Jobs at After school Graduate Development Center :Accountant

After school Graduate Development Center (AGDC) a social enterprise for career development programs is recruiting for an Accountant who would Report to the  Executive Director.
Reference Code: AC/AGDC/HR/10/10
Department: Operations
Location: Lagos
Qualification & Skill sets

• B.Sc. or HND in Accounting, Finance and other related discipline
• Minimum of 3 years working experience in (administrative role )People Management/ HR functions
• Professional qualification (ICAN, ACCA, ANAN, etc) is a major advantage
• Experience in managing multiple tasks and projects
• Strong analytical skills
• Good knowledge of MS Office, Advanced Excel and accounting packages (Peachtree, etc.)
• 3 to 4 years experience in any industry (NGO-related experience is a major advantage)

Duties & Responsibilities

• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger & trial balance accounts, receivables & payables management, inventory management, fixed assets management, and document business transactions
• Establish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures which should involve the development of world class, computerized accounting systems
• Ensure statutory compliances (Income Tax, PAYE, Companies Act, etc.) and organizational accounting standards, systems and procedures are adhered to by filing required tax returns on behalf of the organization.
• Ensure adequate availability of funds for programs in line with approved budgets and organizational requirements
• Responsible for the preparation of budgets, financial projections, monthly management accounts (i.e. income & expenditure statement, balance sheet and cashflow statement) and final accounts for annual audit.
• Monitoring and evaluating the organization’s performance relative to set targets and the industry in which it operates and making practical suggestions for improvement.
• Internal audit and preparation of Year end financial reports

How to Apply:

Stating the appropriate reference code, interested candidates should send hard copies of their CVs with a cover letter to:
AGDC Employability & Enterprise Devt Ltd/GTE,
7 Maitama Sule Street
Off Awolowo Road
SW Ikoyi, Lagos.
Application Deadline:  4^th November 2010
Expected latest date of resumption for these Roles:  1st December 2010.
*Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

Jobs at After school Graduate Development Center :Head of Operations/Business Manager

After school Graduate Development Center (AGDC) a social enterprise for career development programs. They are recruiting for Head of Operations/Business Manager who would report to Executive Director.
Reference Code: HOBM/AGDC/HR/10/10
Department: Operations
Location: Lagos
Qualification & Skill sets

• B.Sc. Business Administration, Finance and other related disciplines.
• Minimum of 4 years working experience in Business/Operations Management
• A Masters Degree in Business Administration is an advantage
• Experience in managing the start up phase of a business and an entrepreneurial mindset is key
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to lead and manage a diverse & young workforce.
• Good knowledge of MS Office suite applications, accounting packages (Peachtree, etc.)
• Proven ability to work with Management in setting and achieving organizational targets

Duties & Responsibilities

• Core delivery of this role is the overall operations management & meeting enterprise targets which will position AGDC as a sustainable social enterprise.
• Overall People, Process & Project Management: Proven experience in a Consulting, Training, and Finance, Sales or Enterprise management role is therefore a MUST.
• Provide overall strategic operational advice and guidance on resource and management matters.
• Work with the ED to drive overall strategy and execution of AGDC business plan ;also  work with program directors to help manage and track their matrixes for measuring program success
  • Partner with HR on recruitment, organizational structure and professional and leadership development
  • Work with the Finance department in the management of  cash flow and preparation of  cash flow forecasts in accordance with policy
  • Enterprise Management: Working alongside head of projects to ensure maximization of funding drives whilst leveraging on business models of AGDC to ensure sustainability and lasting impact.
  • Alongside the head of projects, provide professional inputs of the highest quality across all AGDC project cycles.

• Oversee building and sustenance of AGDC training/services function with a view to holding a prime position in the career- development industry

How to Apply:

Stating the appropriate reference code, interested candidates should send hard copies of their CVs with a cover letter to:
AGDC Employability & Enterprise Devt Ltd/GTE,
7 Maitama Sule Street
Off Awolowo Road
SW Ikoyi, Lagos.
Application Deadline:  4^th November 2010
Expected latest date of resumption for these Roles:  1st December 2010.
*Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

Jobs at After school Graduate Development Center :Research & Sponsorship Officer

After school Graduate Development Center (AGDC) a social enterprise for career development programs. They are recruiting for Research & Sponsorship Officer who would report to Head of Projects.
Reference Code: RSE/AGDC/HR/10/10
Department: Projects
Location: Lagos
Qualification & Skill sets

• B.SC or HND in any discipline.
• Proven ability to research, write proposals & source for funding opportunities.
• Strong interpersonal & networking skills
• Strong oral and written communication, previous experience with writing articles and business literature is a plus.
• Ability to manage simultaneous tasks & a good team player
• Ability to keep abreast with current trends in the Industry
• A commercially  aware and driven individual with the ability to  meet and exceed targets
• Prior experience of this role with an NGO would be an added advantage
• Excellent ICT skills: Microsoft office suite applications and the Internet

Duties & Responsibilities

• Deliberate and purposeful online research of indigenous and international Organisations dedicated to NGO funding and sponsorship focused on youth employability & income generation.
• Compile and develop database of prospective sponsors both local & international (foundations, Organizations, Individuals)
• Regular monitoring of donor websites to identify sponsorship opportunities matching AGDC activities.
• Explore networks and non traditional platforms such as social media to source for funding opportunities.
• Manage all advocacy outreaches of the organization.
• Sustainability management, work with management to  institutionalize multiple streams of income for the long term sustainability of the organization
• Participate in the development of business proposals / projects that would generate program and institutional development funding.
• Relationship management with new and existing sponsors
• Social Reporting. Work with I.T personnel to provide real-time information to stakeholders by regularly updating AGDC website and social media.
• Participate in the design of communication materials for AGDC e.g. brochures, flyers.

Benefit packages for all roles are competitive, based on relevant hands on experience and performance driven. AGDC provides an opportunity for passionate, change focused individuals to contribute to a pioneering organization.
How to Apply:
Stating the appropriate reference code, interested candidates should send hard copies of their CVs with a cover letter to:
AGDC Employability & Enterprise Devt Ltd/GTE,
7 Maitama Sule Street
Off Awolowo Road
SW Ikoyi, Lagos.
Application Deadline:  4^th November 2010
Expected latest date of resumption for these Roles:  1st December 2010.
*Only short-listed candidates will be contacted

Jobs at WorleyParsons: Graduates Trainees

WorleyParsons Fresh Graduate Vacancy: Recruitment for Trainee Engineer – Project Management

Trainee Engineer – Project Management
Job Code: NG-LAG-2010-22966
Division: DeltaAfrik Engineering Ltd
Location: Lagos, NG
Job Type: Full Time
Education: Bachelors Degree or Equivalent

Position Summary:

Performs simple to routine engineering and design assignments requiring the application of basic principles and elementary theories studied in a four-year university engineering program, and available data in the engineering field

Size PSV for complex cases like multiphase: supercritical case etc.
Prepares or assists in preparing fundamental engineering computations, material quantity takeoffs, estimates, surveys, and designs.
Assists in the preparation of detailed requisitions for material purchase, services, and subcontracts.
Assists in reviewing supplier drawing submittals and in technical bid analyses working under a more senior engineer.
Assists in the preparation and issuance of specifications, data sheets, and other construction documents.
Performs CAD and provides input to CAD designers and drafters working on the same project.
Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.
Other task as assigned by supervisor

Requirements
Job Specific Knowledge:
Basic engineering knowledge in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, or Chemical

Industry Specific Experience:
0-3 years of related work experience

Bachelor degree in Engineering.

HSE Capability:
Commitment to safe working practices and ability to promote safety consciousness within the department

IT Skills:
Basic computer skills including, but not limited to, MS Windows, MS Word, and MS Excel. Basic CAD knowledge is required.

People Skills:
Requires communication skills to be able to successfully work in a team environment and communicate effectively with other disciplines

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Jobs at Computer Warehouse Group: Service Desk Manager

Computer Warehouse Group is a major player in the ICT in Nigeria. They are  recruiting for Service Desk Manager (Service Delivery Manager) who will  report to Enterprise Infrastructure Manager and local CWL Management.
Service Desk Manager
Role description:
The SDM is responsible for the functional execution and delivery of the Service Desk processes throughout business hours. That includes in the integrated operations model all delivery processed defined for 1^st through to 3^rd level support. The SDM trains, manages and overseas the Service Desk staff (functionally) to ensure that the team members across the tiers deliver the highest level of Customer service possible.Enterprise Infrastructure Manager for overarching service delivery engagement strategy alignment. The Service Desk Manager integrated and collaborates with the Primary Support Engineer as the Service Desk functionally requires the PSE’s 3^rd level support engineers support to operate successfully.The SDM is also responsible for the performance of the Service Desk functions delivery against Service and Operational Level Agreements across all functional processes.
Responsibilities
General responsibilities

• Integrate and communicate with the Enterprise Infrastructure Manager on a daily basis for service delivery engagement strategic alignment and execution.
• Integrate and communicate with the appropriate client stakeholders on a daily basis.

Process Management
Manage and lead by the PSE. Functional responsibility for the day to day execution and delivery processes that govern the Service Desk,  which is 1^st through to a team of Service Desk professionals; excluding the 3^rd level support engineering team as they are managed by the PSE. Functional responsibility for the day to day execution and delivery processes that govern the Service Desk,  which is 1^st through to 3^rd level support.
-          Specific emphasis towards the following processes:

• Event Management : Ensure that the Event Management process is followed and executed; primarily within the 1^st level support team.
• Incident Management : Ensure that the Service Desk tiers adheres to the defined Incident Management process.

Change Management : Where applicable, ensure that the Service Desk staff utilize the ChM process. Examples could be to ensure that throughout an Incident tickets process, Change Management is performed

• Problem Management
• Service Request Management : Ensure that the SRM process is followed and executed.
• Act as the Incident Manager as and when required by escalations throughout the Incident Management process during business hours. Out of hours Incident Manager support should be handled through defined out of hours business support processes.
• Drive functional ticket escalation management; ensure that tickets in process are managed towards resolution. This includes being a functional escalation point for tickets that are not managed appropriately
  within each tier

-          Develops, implements and improves delivery processes and procedures as and when required.
-          To ensure that systems, processes and methodologies as specified are followed to sure effective monitoring, control and support of service delivery.
Reporting and meetings
-          Develop a performance measurements framework and facilitate feedback system to team members on issues such as customer service, communication, and technical skills, in order to enhance the quality of support delivered. This is done in alignment with and under the direction of the Enterprise Infrastructure Manager who is the Managed Services engagement lead.
-          Responsible for ongoing reporting on the performance of the Service Desk overall, which includes 1^st through to 3^rd level support.
-          To provide reports to an agreed schedule (or on request).
-          Conducts departmental meetings as and when required.
Develops and facilitate workshops and training courses for the Service
-          the Service Desk (and associated) resources.
-          Attend and conduct client service review meetings; areas covered will include performance reports, service improvements, quality and processes.
Customer and Client Management
-          Serves as the primary Customer service contact for the Service Desk.
-          Acts as a liaison between the Service Desk and other departments and teams.
Integrated Operations Model deployment
-          Responsible for supporting the deployment of the Integrated Operations Model across the three support tiers; 1^st through to 3^rd level support.
-          Responsible to stay informed on and support the deployment of changes into the Remedy system which is the primary management system for the Service Desk.
Other duties:
-          Drive continued operational improvements for the Service Desk with an emphasis on the Patrol based monitoring environment and the Remedy ticketing system.
Participate and assist in driving the knowledge management process which will be crucial
-          continuous improvement of the Service Desk performance.
-          Performs other duties as assigned.
-          Performance analysis of resources; conduct ongoing resource performance and skills analysis to support operation of the functional Service Desk.
-          Perform interviews for new professionals and provide feedback for promoting professionals.
-          Develop and demonstrate an understanding of customer and business needs.
Resolve escalated customer
-          escalated customer and vendor issues.
-          Resolve daily issues of a complex scope that impact the team and overall business objectives.
-          Prepare staffing plans as required and in alignment with the Enterprise Infrastructure Manager.
-          Manage Service Desk resources for optimal performance.
-          Maintain a high level of employee morale within the team.
-          Obtain equipment, tools, and space needed to allow team members to adequately support the customers.
-          new product/service releases.
-          Prepare the support team for new product/service releases.
-          Assist in the professional and technical development of team leaders enabling them to set technical goals, monitor, mentor, coach and assist team members to deliver quality support.
-          Assist the Enterprise Infrastructure Manager with the preparation and administration of plans and metrics.
Note: The SDM does not have people management responsibilities for the 3^rd level support resources.
Skills and capabilities
The following skills and capabilities are sought after in this role:

• Past experience of managing a team within a Service Desk environment.
• Thorough knowledge of Windows operating systems (Windows 2000 and 2003).
• Good understanding of Service Management ticketing systems; preferably Remedy.
• Good understanding of Event Management systems like BMC Patrol.
• ITIL Managers certification is desirable

Demonstrable evidence of influencing positive change within a Service Desk environment

• Ability to lead teams effectively both through structured coaching and delivering by example.
• Thorough knowledge of Service Desk operations to include a good knowledge of IT best practices, industry trends and customer service.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent management and leadership skills.

Good organizational skills.
Role background and training
The candidate should possess the following accreditation (or its equivalent):

• 5 years experience in IT field, with minimum 3 years working in a Data Center environment within the last 5 years of employment
• Preferably experience gained in both an internal IT Operations Division within a large corporate e.g. Telco, Finance; and experience within a similar role for a Management Services, Outsourced Managed Services and/or large-scale Shared Services organization that serviced a similar profiled organization.

• 2-3 years people management experience

ITIL certification; minimum ITIL Foundation. ITIL Managers certification preferred.
All applications should be sent to CWG_hr@cwlgroup.com on or before 8^th November, 2010.