Friday, October 23, 2009

Jobs at GIBB

GIBB offers opportunities in multi-disciplinary consulting, design and management services. Arcus GIBB prepared the Development Plan for the Greater Port Harcourt City and has now been engaged to do the engineering designs of the infrastructure in Water, Sanitation, Storm Water, Power & Energy, Roads and Waste management as well as further Town Planning for implementation of Phase 1A of the New City.

Accomplished professionals are now sought to fill contractual positions in the company’s Port Harcourt and South African offices as specified below.

CIVIL ENGINEER (Town Layout Services)
• Nigerian Engineering Professional Registration.
• Expertise should include planning and design of urban township Infrastructure.
• Areas of expertise include road geometrics, storm water, drainage and water and sewerage reticulation design.
• 7 – 10 years proven &, referenced post graduate engineering experience.
• Proficient in CAD and standard engineering design software.
• Excellent management and Communication skills.
• Good report writing skills.
• Construction and Site Monitoring experience will be an advantage.

CIVIL ENGINEER (Sanitation)
• Nigerian Engineering Professional Registration.
• Expertise should include planning and design of bulk and internal sewer infrastructure as well as network planning.
• 7 – 10 years proven & referenced post graduate engineering experience.
• Proficient in CAD and standard engineering design software.
• Excellent management and communication skills.
• Good report writing skills.
• Construction and Site Monitoring experience will be an advantage.

CIVIL ENGINEER (Storm Water Drainage)
• Nigerian Engineering Professional Registration.
• Expertise should include planning and design of Storm Water infrastructure including hydrology, open channel hydraulics, river modeling using HECRAS suit of programmes and PCSWIMM network planning software.
• 7 – 10 years proven 8: referenced post graduate engineering experience.
• Proficient in CAD and standard engineering design software.
• Excellent management and communication skills.
• Good report writing skills.
• Construction and Site Monitoring experience will be an advantage.

ROADS (CIVIL) ENGINEER
• Nigerian Engineering Professional Registration.
• Specializing in Roads Planning and infrastructure design and/or Traffic Engineering.
• 7 – 10 years proven and referenced post graduate engineering experience.
• Proficient in CAD and standard engineering design software.
• Excellent management and communication skills.
• Good report writing skills.
• Construction and Site Monitoring experience will be an advantage.

CIVIL ENGINEER (Water)
• Nigerian Engineering Professional Registration.
• Expertise should include water resource planning, planning and design of bulk water pipelines and reservoirs, pump stations and water reticulation.
• Construction and Site Monitoring experience win be an added advantage.
• 7 – 10 years proven and referenced postgraduate engineering experience.
• Proficient in CAD and standard engineering design software.
• Excellent management and communication skills.
• Good report writing skills.

TOWN & REGIONAL PLANNER
• Degree in Town and Regional Planning.
• 7– 10 years practical experience in the planning field with specific reference to planning control.
• Must have good report writing skills and basic computer skills.

ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
• Nigerian Engineering Professional Registration.
• 7 – 10 years proven and referenced post graduate engineering experience.
• Proficient in CAD and standard engineering software.
• Excellent management and communication skills.
• Site experience.
• Electrical Transmission or distribution or reticulation design experience.
• Good report writing skills.

PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS (Waste)
• Nigerian Engineering Professional Registration.
• 7 – 10 years post graduate engineering experience.
• Proficient in CAD and standard engineering software.
• Site experience.
• Waste management experience.

LAND SURVEYOR
• Nigerian Land Surveying Professional Registration.
• 7 – 10 years post graduate survey experience with Construction Company
• Proficient in standard survey software and technology
• Project Management experience.
• Excellent management and communication skills.
• Good report writing skills.

CIVIL TECHNICIAN (Town Layout Services)
• National Diploma in Civil Engineering; Expertise should include planning and design of urban township infrastructure.
• Areas of expertise include road geometries, storm water drainage and water and sewerage reticulation design.
• 5 – 10 years proven and referenced post diploma experience.
• Proficient in CAD and standard engineering design software.
• On site construction monitoring experience of huge construction sites.
• Excellent communication skills.

CIVIL TECHNICIAN (Sanitation)
• National Diploma in Civil Engineering
• Expertise should include planning and design of bulk and internal sewer infrastructure as well as network planning.
• 5 – 10 years proven and referenced post diploma experience.
• Proficient in CAD and standard engineering design software.
• On site construction monitoring experience of large construction sites.
• Excellent communication skills.

CIVIL TECHNICIAN (Storm water Drainage)
• National Diploma in Civil Engineering
• Expertise should include planning and design of storm water infrastructure including hydrology, open channel hydraulics, river modeling using HECRAS suit of programmes and PCSWIMM network planning software.
• 5 – 10 years proven and referenced post diploma experience.
• Proficient in CAD and standard engineering design software.
• On site construction monitoring experience of large construction sites.
• Excellent communication skills.

ROADS (CIVIL) TECHNICIAN

• National Diploma in Civil Engineering specializing in Roads/Transport Engineering.
• 5 – 10 years proven and referenced post diploma experience.
• Proficient in CAD and standard engineering design software.
• On site construction monitoring experience of large construction sites.
• Excellent communication skills. .

CIVIL TECHNICIAN (Water)
• National Diploma in Civil Engineering.
• Expertise should include planning and design of bulk water pipelines and reservoirs, pump stations and water reticulation,
• Experience in on site construction monitoring of large construction sites,
• 5 – 10 years proven and referenced post diploma engineering experience.
• Proficient in CAD and standard engineering design software as well as Microsoft Office, Excellent management and communication skills.

TOWN & REGIONAL PLANNING TECHNICIAN
• Diploma in Town and Regional Planning
• 5 – 10 years practical experience in the planning field with specific reference to planning control.
• Good report writing skills and basic computer skills.

ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN

• National diploma in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current).
• 5 – 10 years proven and referenced post diploma experience.
• On site construction monitoring experience of large construction sites.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Electrical Transmission or distribution or reticulation design experience.

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
• Post Graduate Degree in Environmental Management or equivalent.
• 5 – 10 years post graduate experience,
• On site Construction environmental monitoring experience of large construction sites
• EIA process and public consultation experience.
• Excellent management and communication skills.

CAD DRAUGHTS PERSON / SENIOR CAD DRAUGHTS PERSON

• 5 – 10 years experience in Civil Engineering drafting in AutoCAD, specializing in municipal services.
• Recognised draughts person qualification

General Requirements
Candidates must:
• Have a valid driver's license and own transport
• Be indigenous Rivers State people
• Be proficient in English
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office

Remuneration:
• GIBB offers a market – related remuneration package and an attractive range company benefits.

Method of Application:
Please apply online at http://jobs.gibb.co.za or contact the local office:
Arcus Gibb Nigeria Limited
Resident Engineer: Johan Moller on 080 3326 6192; Local Project Coordinator: Lintle Maliehe on 08067148479; GIBB is an equal opportunity employer

Closing Date: 30th October, 2009.

Jobs at News Africa Nigeria Limited

News Africa Nigeria Limited, publishers of NewsAfrica, a Pan-African newsmagazine, wish to offer opportunities to suitably qualified candidates for these positions:

MARKETING MANAGER
Qualification:
• A minimum Of B.Sc /HND in Social Sciences or Arts, possession of post – graduate qualification will be an added advantage.
• The candidate should have cognate practical experience.
• The candidate must possess leadership quality, be aggressive but pragmatic, innovative, self-motivated, honest and, more importantly, a team player.
• Age: Not more than 45 years old
Key Responsibilities:
• Co-ordinate the activities Of marketing and advertisement departments with a view to driving sales volume and attract business to the company.
• Develop and execute appropriate sales and advertising strategies to achieve targets in both departments.

ADVERTISEMENT EXECUTIVE
Qualification:
• A minimum of B.Sc/HND in Social Sciences or Arts, with one or two years practical experience.
• The candidate should have cognate practical experience.
• The candidate must be aggressive, innovative, intelligent, honest self – motivated and capable of working with minimum supervision.
• Age: Not more than 30 years old
Key Responsibilities:
• Identify and network with advertisers across the country.
• Work with the Marketing Manager to identify and network with a view to driving adverts volume for the company.

Remuneration:
• Salary is attractive and competitive.

Method of Application:
Interested candidates should please forward their applications to:
The Bureau Editor,
Suite No 3, Military Street,
Onikan, Lagos.

Closing Date: 3rd November, 2009.

Jobs at SimbaNET Nigeria Limited

SimbaNET Nigeria Limited, part of the Simba Group of Companies with a Pan-African presence, invites applications from result-oriented and dynamic professionals having experience in corporate/institutional sales to fill the following positions:

SALES EXECUTIVES (Ref: SNET/SE)
Qualifications/Requirements:
• Minimum of 2 years experience in ICT Industry preferably with an ISP in front line sales
• Knowledge of VSAT technologies and products will be an added advantage

SALES MANAGER (Ref: SNET/SM/AVAYA)

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Minimum 5yrs experience in selling IP PBX, Call Center, VOIP solutions
• Prior experience in selling AVAYA solutions will be an added advantage
• Strong consultative selling skills with ability to draft proposals for submission to potential customers

SALES MANAGERS (Ref: SNET/SM/Fibre)
Qualifications/Requirements:
• Minimum 5yrs experience in selling Hybrid Terrestrial Connectivity solutions, with in depth knowledge of various connectivity media including Fibre
• Strong consultative selling skills with ability to draft proposals for submission to potential customers

HEAD OF SALES, Satellite Business (Ref: SNET/HOS/SB)

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Minimum 8yrs experience at the managerial level in the sales function with an ISP or VSAT Operator
• Proficient with Data/Internet and IP based solutions;
• In depth knowledge of Communications Technology, products and market s
• Ability to lead and motivate a team of sales executives and managers

IP/NETWORK ENGINEERS (Ref: SNET /NE)

Qualifications/Requirements:
• Minimum 5yrs experience in IP/ Networking field
• Basic Knowledge of LAN and OSI
• Installation, configuration and troubleshooting of Routers, Switches and VOIP products,
• Bandwidth Management/ Network Traffic Analysis
• Good knowledge on routing protocols like EIGRP and BGP
• Installation & troubleshooting of Windows and Linux Operating Systems
• Coordination with Bandwidth Vendors I Upstream Providers for issues related to IBW
• Proficient in network connectivity troubleshooting, TCP/IP, Ethernet, LAN IWAN, Sonicwall, VPN configuration and administration
• Must have work experience in VPN, DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP & SNMP
• Ability to Design Fiber and Cabling solutions
• Attend support calls from customers at off site locations.

General Requirements:
• The minimum educational qualification for all positions will be either HND or Degree in Science/ Engineering.
• For managerial positions, candidates with Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in Management will be preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, good track record in previous assignments and exposure to the ICT industry are essential requirements for all the above positions.

Remuneration & Condition of Service:
• Besides a friendly work environment and an attractive compensation package with fixed and variable components, selected candidates will also get ample opportunities for fast track career advancement and up gradation of their skill and knowledge levels.

Method of Application:
Interested candidates should send their CV clearly mentioning the reference code to: hrd@simbaonline.net

Closing Date: 27th October, 2009.

Jobs at Nextzon

A technology company positioned to provide a wide range of services to the financial services sector and it is the largest direct online supplier of niche products ranging from computer products and accessories to consumer electronics. The company requires highly innovated, ambitious and tenacious individuals with strong personalities to further develop her business. Respondents must also be determined and result-oriented and must possess commercial and strategic skills to ensure that P&L target for the business units are achieved and exceeded.

HR & ADMIN MANAGER (NXT/PRAG I)
The position is responsible for all Human Resource management activities including recruitment and selection, performance management, training and development, compensation /benefit administration and management, policy development and enforcement and organization and supervision of all the administrative activities that facilitate smooth operations of an organization.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree in industrial Relations & Personnel Management or any other relevant course.
• At least 4 years of experience in Human Resource and office administration.
• Excellent writing and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to set priorities, delegate work, motivate and develop staff.
• High level of computer literacy.
• Working language of the Nigerian Labour Law.
• Good understanding of Human Resource concepts, theories and methodologies.
• Good documentations know how.
• Ability to work well under deadline pressure and handle multiple jobs and responsibilities simultaneously.
• Good understanding of the Nigerian market and artisans behavioral tendencies.
• Good filing and book keeping know how.

ADMIN OFFICER (NXT/PRAG II)

The position is responsible for providing administrative support to the company.
Skills/Competencies:
• A good first degree.
• At least 2 years of experience in similar position.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work with tight deadlines.
• Organizational skills, particularly in respect to maintaining filing systems and events management.
• Ability to use Word Processing software (e.g. Microsoft Word), email (e.g. Microsoft Outlook), the internet, relational databases (Microsoft Access) and spread sheets (e.g. Microsoft Excel).

HEAD OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (NXT/PRAG III)
The successful candidate will play a key part in the delivery of the Business Plan as well as contributing to the development of IT strategies. He/She will be responsible for formulating IT strategies, monitoring and maintaining all systems, application services and IT infrastructure in the company, working and liaising with information technology vendors and providers.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree in sciences/engineering
• At least 4 years of experience in IT with at least 2 years in a management position
• Demonstrated experience in streaming and automating IT tasks such as networks, monitoring, helpdesk functions or computer development
• Configuration management, network management, performance management, quality management and risk management
• Understanding of systems integration and system security
• Demonstrated competence in the following software environments: Windows 2003 Server, Windows 2000 Server, Windows XP Professional, SQL Server 2005, Backup Execution, Exchange 2003, etc
• Additional IT qualification will be an added advantage
• Project management skills
• Leadership and management skills
• Good Knowledge of technologies and platforms.

NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR (NXT/PRAG IV)

The successful candidate will be responsible for local area network (LAN) set up, installation and monitoring. He/She will perform a variety of maintenance, evaluation, installation and training tasks to ensure LAN performance meets company and user requirements.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree in sciences/engineering
• At least 2 years of experience in IT
• Demonstrated experience in streaming and automating IT tasks such as networks, monitoring, helpdesk functions or computer development
• Configuration management, network management, performance management, quality management and risk management
• Understanding of systems integration and system security
• Ability to troubleshoot networks, systems applications to identify and correct malfunctions and other operational difficulties.

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (NXT/PRAG V)
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing both operational and programmatic support to the organization. He/She will oversee all accounting and financial functions including matters as they relate to budget management, cost benefit analysis, forecasting needs and the securing of new funding.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree in Accounting or Finance related field.
• A recognized professional accounting qualification i.e. ACA, ACCA or an equivalent certification
• At least 5 years of experience in similar position.
• A good knowledge of financial and tax Management
• Computer literacy – appreciation of the use of Microsoft and accounting packages (knowledge of Tally added advantage)
• Good organizational, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Confident, proactive and with high level of self motivation
• Personal qualities of integrity, creditability and commitment
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent communications and relationship management skills.

ACCOUNTS OFFICER (NXT/PRAG VI)
The successful candidate will be responsible for financial and accounting records and assisting in the smooth running of the finance unit.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree in Accounting or any other related field
• Professional qualification will be an added advantage
• At least 2 years of experience in similar position.
• Good Knowledge of booking practices, techniques and terminologies
• Good Knowledge of basic accounting principles and Tax practices
• Experience in maintaining financial records and preparing financial reports accurately
• Experience with accounting software

BRAND & OFFICER (NXT/PRAG VII)
The successful candidate will conceptualize and enforce the visual identity of the organization, increase brand awareness as well as plan, develop and direct the marketing efforts of the organization and its products. The individual would also oversee development and maintenance of the company website.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree in social sciences or art
• At least 2 years of experience in branding and product strategy development
• Ability to develop and interpret marketing plans
• Ability to understand the market trends as well as forecast
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Experience in building and managing a company’s brand

PRODUCT MANAGER (NXT/PRAG VIII)
The position is responsible for planning and developing the marketing strategy for our collection of computer and consumer electronic products.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree
• At least 3 years of experience in marketing with emphasis on product management
• Successful track record of product planning and execution with complex products (including new product launches)
• Accountable for accurate revenue projections

SALES OFFICER (NXT/PRAG IX)

The position is responsible for selling the products and services of that company. The successful candidate will implement business development and sales strategies to enable the organization meet it sales goals.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree in social sciences
• At least 2 years of experience in similar position.
• Ability to make presentation to groups and determine the needs of customers
• Ability to persuade and influence others
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills
• Strong networking, interpersonal and relationship management skills

Method of Application:

If you are interested in any of these positions, please send in your resume stating the reference code of the position applied for as the subject of the application. Applications should be submitted to recruitment@nextzon.com

Closing Date: 27th October, 2009.


Jobs at Promasidor Nigeria

Promasidor Nigeria is one of Nigeria's consumer businesses and a strategically important business unit within the Promasidor Group. The company operates in a number of highly competitive categories, with many well – known and much loved brands in the Nigerian market, including Cowbell Milk, Sweetmilk, Cowbell Chocolate Drink, Onga, Loya, Miksi, Top Tea and Amila, and employ 1,500 people across the country.
Due to portfolio expansion and ambitious business plans, Promasidor Nigeria is looking to fill the following marketing roles:


MANAGERS, BRAND GROUP (Dairy and FE & B)
Job Description:
• Reporting to the General Manager, Marketing, you will be responsible for optimizing volumes and contribution for the brands in your categories (Dairy or Food Enhancement ft Beverages), through the development and execution of category strategy and annual activity plans.
• In addition, you will be expected to lead and develop the capabilities of your brand team.
You must possess the following attributes:
• Self-motivated and articulate
• Strong project and people management skills
• In-depth knowledge of developing:
1. Insight-based marketing plans;
2. Research tools; and
3. Management of third – party suppliers.
Qualifications:
• You will hold a minimum second – class university degree.
• A postgraduate qualification in Marketing or an MBA would be an advantage.
• You should have a minimum of 5 years' work experience in FMCG Marketing, Sales and/or Operations experience would be an advantage.
Method of Application:
To apply send your CV in Microsoft Word to managerbrandsgroup@promasidor-ng.com quoting reference number MBG1009.


BRAND MANAGERS (Dairy and FE & B).
Job Description:
• Reporting to the Manager, Brands Group (Dairy or Food Enhancement & Beverage), you will be responsible for developing, executing and evaluating brand marketing programmes.
You will possess the following attributes:
• "Can do" attitude.
• Able to interpret data and information
• Good experience of developing and implementing brand plans, including budget management.
Qualifications:
• You will hold a minimum second-class university degree.
• You should have 3-5 years work experience, preferably in FMCG.
• Sales and/or Operations experience would be an advantage.
Method of Application:
To apply send your CV in Microsoft Word to brandmanager@promasidor-ng.com quoting reference number BRM1009.


ASSISTANT BRAND MANAGERS (Food Enhancement & Beverages)
Job Description:
• Reporting to the Manager, Brands Group (Food Enhancement & Beverages), you will be responsible for implementing below-the-line activities, including budget management, and for providing regular brand health reports.
You will possess the following attributes:
• Articulate and able to interact with a range of different people and functions.
• Numerate.
• Able to self-manage your workload.
Qualifications:
• You will hold a minimum second-class university degree.
• You should have 1 – 2 years work experience, either in Marketing or Sales or in an advertising or promotions agency with multinational clients.
Method of Application:
To apply send your CV in Microsoft Word to assistantbrandmanager@promasidor-ng.com quoting reference number ABM1009.


MANAGER, MEDIA & SPONSORSHIP (All Brands)
Job Description:
Reporting to the General Manager, Marketing, your core responsibilities will include:
• Media strategy, planning and buying across the brands portfolio.
• Development and execution of promotions and sponsorship programmes •
• Effective execution of brand PR activities
• Management of third-party media and BTL agencies.
You will possess the following attributes:
• A strong communicator
• Good analytical, negotiation and presentation skills
• Pays attention to detail
• Extensive knowledge of the Nigerian media landscape
• Thorough understanding of campaign and copy tactics across a brands portfolio.
Qualifications:
• You will hold a minimum second-class university degree.
• A postgraduate qualification in Marketing would be an advantage.
• You should have 5 – 7 years work experience, either in FMCG Marketing or with a media planning and buying agency handling multinational accounts.
Method of Application:
To apply send your CV in Microsoft Word to managermediasponsorship@promasidor-ng.com quoting reference number MMS1009.


CO-ORDINATOR, MEDIA & SPONSORSHIP (All Brands)
Job Description:
• Reporting to the Manager, Media & Sponsorship, you will assist in the development and implementation of media plans and schedules aligned with brand strategies and in the execution and evaluation of annual promotions and sponsorship programmes.
You will possess:
• Good experience of media planning, analysis and research techniques and tools
• Analytical and negotiation skills; pays attention to detail
• Articulate and able to interact with a wide range of internal and external functions.
Qualifications:
• You will hold a minimum second-class university degree.
• You should have 3-5 years work experience, either in FMCG Marketing or with a media planning & buying agency handling multinational accounts.
Method of Application:
To apply send your CV in Microsoft Word to coordinatormediasponsorship@promasidor-ng.com quoting reference number CMS1009.


General Requirements:
• All positions are expected to have a thorough knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.


Remuneration:
• All positions will command a competitive salary and benefits.


Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.


Closing Date: 2nd November, 2009.

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