University Of Sheffield Online Course On Writing Applications

The University of Sheffield is offering this open online course, ‘How to Succeed at: Writing Applications’ to showcase just a small fraction of the great offerings at the University. This beginner’s course is aimed to anyone applying for jobs or courses.

The overall objective of this course is to help applicants to produce a perfect CV, application and online profile when applying for a job or course. The course starts on July 16, 2018.

Course At A Glance

Length: 3 weeks
Effort:  3 hours/week
Subject: How to Succeed at: Writing Applications
Institution: The University Of Sheffield and FutureLearn
Languages: English
Price:  Free
Certificate Available: Yes
Session: Starts on July 16, 2018

Providers Details

The University of Sheffield is one of the world’s top 100 universities with a reputation for teaching and research excellence. Experts teach on the University’s courses and its students rated their learning experience as the best in the UK in the Times Higher Education Student Experience Awards, 2014-15.

FutureLearn offers diverse selection of courses from leading universities and cultural institutions from around the world. These are delivered one step at a time, and are accessible on mobile, tablet and desktop, so you can fit learning around your life.

About This Course

This course is open to anyone and is part of FutureLearn Choices – a collection of courses to bridge the gap between school and higher education, and help young adults choose the right degree or career.
This course will help you to write successful applications, whether you are applying for jobs or planning to study at university or college.
Over the three weeks, the course will look at different parts of the application process. It willll help you to understand the skills you have gained through work experience and your studies and show you how you can match them to job advertisements or course requirements.
This MOOC will share top tips with you to help you write exceptional applications, CVs (or résumés), covering letters and personal statements and provide insight from employers and admissions tutors on what they look for in candidates. We’ll go on to help you examine your digital footprint and develop a professional profile online.
The course is highly participative and includes articles for you to read, videos to watch and interactive material to help you master the art of application and CV writing. There will also be discussions where you can learn from and support each other, self-reflective exercises and quizzes. Throughout the course you’ll be encouraged to collect a portfolio of your work which will help you with future applications.

Why Take This Course?

This is a free online course. Applicants can buy a Statement of Participation for this course — a personalised certificate in both digital and printed formats — to show that you’ve taken part.

By the end of the three weeks we hope you will have the confidence to apply for your dream job or course. Throughout the course you’ll be encouraged to collect a portfolio of your work which will help you with future applications. On the course, you’ll be in great company.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course applicants will have the confidence to apply for your dream job or course. Applicants will have top tips and techniques for writing applications, CVs (or résumés) and covering letters, to help them make it through to the shortlist. They will also be able to collect a portfolio of their work to use in future applications.

Instructors

Pamela Hafekost and Hilary Jones
Pamela Hafekost is the Information Systems Manager and Hilary Jones is the PGT / PGR Placements Officer at the Careers Service
University of Sheffield
Alison Clay
(Educator)
Careers Adviser
University of Sheffield
Marcus Zientek
(Educator)
areers Adviser
University of Sheffield
-Steve McCarthy
(Educator)
Media Information Officer
University of Sheffield Careers Service

Requirements

This course is designed for anyone applying for jobs or courses. It will be of particular interest to those in the early stages of their career, or those who are out of practice and need to update their skills. No prior knowledge or expertise are needed.
Detailed Information

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Online Course for Creating Job Applications, CVs and Cover Letters

This summer the Hong Kong Polytechnic University is offering an open online course, ‘English at Work in Asia: Job Applications, CVs and Cover Letters’. This 5-week course is aimed at both native and non-native speakers of English that helps them to create a compelling CV / résumé and job application.

In this free online course applicants will learn from industry professionals and recruiters about how to design effective CVs, résumés and cover letters and how to create a compelling online presence. The course starts on September 13, 2017.

Course At A Glance

Length: 5 weeks
Effort:  2-4 hours/week
Subject: Job Applications, CVs and Cover Letters
Institution: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and edX
Languages: English
Price:  Free
Certificate Available: Yes.  Add a Verified Certificate for $50
Session: Course starts on September 13, 2017

Providers’ Details

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University is offering the course via renowned online platform edX. The Hong Kong Polytechnic University is committed to education and preparing students to becoming global citizens through quality learning and teaching.  It is internationally known for our excellence in professional education and innovative research.

This online platform edX provides online courses from the world’s best universities.  EdX courses are open to everyone. All you need is access to a computer with a current browser, an Internet connection, and, of course, a desire to learn.

About This Course

This two-part job search course guides applicants on the path to career success. Based on interviews with industry professionals and experienced recruiters, Part 1 helps applicants create a compelling CV / résumé and job application. Part 2 helps applicants interview successfully.
This job search course is for both native and non-native speakers of English. Native speakers will learn from industry professionals and recruiters about how to design effective CVs, résumés and cover letters and how to create a compelling online presence. Non-native speakers will also benefit from the English language input that is provided in each week of the course.
Part 1 is followed by Part 2, English at Work in Asia: Preparing for a Job Interview, which covers how to succeed in job interviews so applicants trump the other candidates.

Why Take This Course?

This is a free online course. Once applicants have their professional knowledge and gained experience, how applicants persuade others to believe that they are as good as they say other are is the challenge. Our instructors have had a 100% success rate in getting interviews and landing a job in Asia and we hope to share that experience with applicants. The course materials are designed based on university’s expertise as well as advice from accomplished professionals in the business, HR and academic field. Taking this course will bring applicants closer to getting that job. The ocurse also provides Video Transcripts in English.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of Part 1 of the course, you‘ll have learned how to:

• Design an effective CV / résumé that stands out from other candidates
• Excel at leadership and creativity throughout your job search
• Write cover letters that will land a job interview
• Construct a compelling online presence with LinkedIn and other online tools

Course Format

Week 1: Excelling at Leadership and Creativity
Week 2: Getting your CV / Résumé  Noticed
Week 3: Selling Yourself in the Cover Letter
Week 4: Creating a Compelling Online Presence
Week 5: Completion of Peer Assessment

Instructors

Jessica Xia
English Language Instructor at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Bee Dy
English Language Instructor at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Requirements

• This course is for both native and non-native speakers of English.
• Prerequisites are None

How To Join This Course

1.Go to the course website link
2.Create an edX account to SignUp
3.Choose “Register Now” to get started.
4.EdX offers honor code certificates of achievement, verified certificates of achievement, and XSeries certificates of achievement. Currently, verified certificates are only available in some courses.
5.Once you sign up for a course and activate your account, click on the Log In button on the edx.org home page and type in your email address and edX password. This will take you to your dashboard, with access to each of your active courses. (Before a course begins, it will be listed on your dashboard but will not yet have a “view course” option.)
Apply Now 

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Dangote Group: Nationwide Recruitment For Truck Drivers 2017: Apply Here

The Dangote Group is a diversified and fully integrated conglomerate with interests across a range of sectors in Nigeria and Africa. Current interests include Cement, Sugar, Flour, Salt, Pasta, Beverages, Noodles, Poly Products, Transportation and real estate with new initiatives in the Oil and Gas, Telecommunication, Fertilizer and Steel sector of the economy.

The cement business operates an exclusive haulage business to meet the transportation requirement with a fleet of over 5,000 trucks. its activities include facilitating transportation of raw materials from the ports to the factories and the distribution of finished goods to warehouse, deports and customers across the country.

Applications are invited for the position below:

Job Position: Truck Driver

Job Location: Any City, Nigeria

Job Requirements
Interested candidates should meet the following requirements:

- Age must be between 30-45 years.
- No physical / eye disabilities.
- Valid National Driver’s License (Class G). Drivers with Class ‘D’ Licence may also apply.
- 5 years truck driving experience.
- No police record.
- Nigerian Nationality.
- 2 guaranytors needed

Deadline
2nd June, 2017.

How to Apply

All qualified candidates should send their applications, which should be done personally with Photocopies and original copies (for sighting) of the following:

CV/Resume.
Birth Certificate.
Driver’s License.
Medical Certificate from FRSC authorised Doctor/Clinic.
Experience Certificate.
Certificate of good character from Nigerian police office.
Letter of Indigenization.
Two (2) recent passport photographs.

Completed applications may be sent by post or submitted personally to:

The Human Resource Department,
Dangote Cement Plc,
Head Officer,
Union Marble House,
1 Alfred Rewane Road,
Falomo,
Ikoyi Lagos State.

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Nigerian Air Force DSSC Enlistment 2017

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7 Reference Mistakes That Can Cost You The Job

In the course of job hunting, many of us stress over every detail like interview questions,
handshakes, outfits but we forget to pay an equal amount of attention to people who will
vouch for our professional accomplishments. However, there are several reference mistakes
that could easily be avoided.

Not telling your references to expect a call/email:

It's professional courtesy to ask for permission before using people as references.
If professional references are not informed to expect a call, they might react with confusion
and surprise when the hiring managers contact them for a recommendation.
This could be taken to mean that the candidate is an unprofessional and disorganised individual.

Making it hard to contact your references:

It is important to make it easy for employers to contact your references.
You have to list different contact details, email addresses, personal phone numbers (with the reference's permission of course).

Give a reference who might not have nice things to say about you:

This goes without saying, only give references you are sure will have
nothing but glowing recommendations for you. You don't want to list a former employer
with whom you didn't part ways on good terms.

Giving references that have little or no relevance:

While it was mentioned above that you should only give references
who will highlight your skill set and strengths. However, this does
not mean that you should list your family and friends.
What questions do you want a potential employer to ask your mother?
Your potential employer does not want biased feedback from a reference who appears to be a close friend.

Not giving your references enough information:

Update your references on new skills you have acquired.
Basically, give your references your resume to study before your potential employer contacts them.
It is important to have your references know a little about the position you've applied
for so they can discuss your most relevant skills and provide you with the strongest possible recommendation.

Your references can't speak about your job experience:

If you are a fresh graduate, please resist the urge to list your parents and
family friends as references. Instead, get university professors, supervisors,
mentors to give you a favourable recommendation. Your best bet for references
should always be your most recent employers or colleagues.

You didn't bring your references to the interview:

It's better to be safe than sorry, it's just paper it's not heavy,
take several copies of your references with you to every interview.
Hiring managers might not request for it right away but if they do,
you score extra points for adequate preparation.

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Top 6 Employability Skills In Shortage Among Nigerian Graduates

Our educational system is tailored to produce more certificate holders than solution providers. As a student in Nigeria, you spend over 70% of your schooling years learning theories, this may be a hypothesis but it’s not far from the truth. Quite a number of courses offered in our higher institutions are focused on solving abstract problems and not real life problems. As a result we have too many people with certificates but jobless or underemployed.

Certificate don’t make people outstanding, skill does. The more skills you have, the better your options in the labour market. The level of skills you have will greatly affect your career pace and your earning potential.

So many graduates know a lot about the courses they studied but only a handful know how to create value with the knowledge and make money off it. This is because our schools don’t teach us how to apply our knowledge to real life situations. We can only learn this crucial lesson through self education.

Most powerful economies are run by people with skills (with or without certificates). To make significant contributions to our country and enjoy the dividends of Nigerian economy you need to level up your skills level. Make skills acquisition a lifetime goal.


Here’s six necessary skills every graduate should learn:

1. Digital Literacy

Digital literacy is the set of competencies required for full participation in a knowledge society. It includes knowledge, skills, and behaviors involving the effective use of digital devices such as smartphones ,
tablets , laptops and desktop PCs for purposes of communication, expression, collaboration and advocacy. While digital literacy initially focused on digital skills and stand-alone computers, the focus has shifted from stand-alone to network devices including the Internet and social media.

This is number one on the list simply because the acquisition of other skills is significantly dependent on it. We are in a digital age, and for most organizations – computer literacy is not optional but necessary. Without this skills your chances of getting a good job is limited.

2. Research Skills

Your ability to assess a situation, seek multiple perspectives, gather more information if necessary, and identify key issues that need to be addressed are critically important.

Since every potential employer, regardless of the profession, is seeking employees who can help them to solve problems the more that you can showcase your abilities in this area will certainly catch their attention.

3. Leadership Skills
Leadership skills are not only required at executive levels, they are critical for success at all levels. Leadership skills include strategic thinking, ability to make thoughtful decisions about organization’s objectives, effective communication, etc.

According to MindTools Leaders help themselves and others to do the right things. They set direction, build an inspiring vision, and create something new. Leadership is about mapping out where you need to go to “win” as a team or an organization; and it is dynamic, exciting, and inspiring.

4. Communication Skills

Communication is an inevitable skill required for success in all walks of life. This is the ability to effectively and efficiently express your ideas or views to another person. With clear communication you can get your message to a prospective employer impressively. Here’s an article on
Improving Communication Skills in Your Work and Personal Relationships (link is click able on the article). See full article link below.

5. Salesmanship

Salesmanship is defined as the level of skill you have in convincing people to buy or in persuading people to do something. Starting from your resume down to interview, this skill is important. You have to sell yourself well at each stage of the recruitment exercise to get any prominent job.

You need to do all you can to improve on your salesmanship, you can read these tips on how to improve your salesmanship.

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Vacancies: MTN Nigeria - Various Positions Available

The leader in telecommunications in Nigeria, and a part of a diverse community in Africa and the Middle East, our brand is instantly recognisable. It is through our compelling brand that we are able to attract the right talents who we carefully nurture by continuously improving our employment offerings even beyond reward and recognition.

Financial Operations Manager
Job Description

• To manage and control company-wide Financial Operations activities (Fixed Assets, Revenue Management, Expenditure Operations, Business Support and General Ledger), support various divisions on financial issues and maintain commercial relationships with external stakeholders
• Liaise with Network Group, CPG, IS and Business Solution departments in ensuring accurate reporting of CAPEX related information.
• Manage relations with Network Group, Marketing, IS, Sales & Distribution and Business Solution departments on Revenue related issues.
• Manage relations with all divisions on expenditure related issues.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and staff on payments.
• Manage staff advances, retirement, follow-up and reconciliation.
• Assist senior management in performing administrative, control and monitoring functions. Ensure cost control and cost reduction measures are implemented.
• Manage cross-functional intra and inter-department interface for business and enterprise systems process development.
• Manage enterprise solutions required for automating financial data capture and reconciliation.
• Develop and monitor implementation of finance policies, processes and procedures and ensure compliance with MTNN, MTN Group PPP’s, IFRS, IAS and GAAP.
• Manage and reconcile all General Ledger/Sub- ledger Accounts (Income statement and Balance Sheet), all schedules and reports (including age analysis, assets movement, etc).
• Manage all month end and year end reporting deadlines in compliance with the Group’s directives and guidelines.
• Make informed decisions from analysed data to facilitate operational efficiency and manage all escalated issues.
• Develop and monitor internal controls as well as review reports on key performance metrics. Provide support for periodic internal /external audits, and other statutory /regulatory requirements.
• Manage inter-departmental/divisional relationships and safeguard company assets.
• Manage relationships with customer/vendor, ensure efficient optimisation of relevant databases and systems and other MTN OPCOs.
• Ensure the automation of financial operations data, ensuring appropriate procedure for capture, verification and reconciliation are complied with.
• Review and monitor departmental budgets and other relevant management board papers. Review the performance of individual team members and complete appraisals in accordance with the employee performance appraisal procedures and time schedules.
• Identify training requirements of team members, develop program to address knowledge gaps and to enrich knowledge repository within the department.
• Review business and accounting rules for new products and services in line with the set accounting standards.
• Manage debt position in conjunction with commercial legal department, doubtful debt provision and ensure correct remittance of quarterly NCC levy.
• Suggest overall revenue budgeting, modeling, long range plans and forecasting to management.
• Review weekly revenue forecast and identify associated risks/opportunities. Ensure accurate billing of wholesale call records for the optimisation of MTN’s carrier revenue elements and provide adequate support for Revenue Assurance leakage management function.
• Review agreements, contracts and deal structures in respect of Co-location, Interconnect, Roaming and Value added services.
• Manage Interconnect disputes and negotiate rates (peak and off peak) with local and international operators.
• Conduct relevant carrier revenue verification and assurance
• Plan and monitor periodic spot checks of company’s cash floats and approve operational cash flow projection/utilisation.
• Manage trends and benchmarks for cash transactions per account and region as well as operation of cash transactions.
• Supervise/review operational cash flow projection and utilization as well as processing of account payable.
• Analyse/prepare relevant information for annual budget and financial forecasting; and assist in managing inter-company relationships.
• Manage company-wide Opex and identify /rectify error in the entry and remittance of Withholding Tax deductions.
• Maintain a strict control environment and ensure strict compliance with all MTNN policies and procedures.
• Manage the domiciliation of supplier payment process as well as customer Helpdesk services.
• Review and approve departmental accrual submissions as well as provide detailed investigation and analysis of all accounts.

Job Condition

• Normal MTNN working conditions
• May be required to work extended hours
• Deal with a lot of paper work.
• Move around MTN locations to have a firsthand view of what is on site.

Experience & Training

• A first degree in any discipline, but a finance and management related degree is desirable.
• A recognised professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA).
• Minimum 6 years’ experience which includes: Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an area of specialisation; with experience in supervising/managing others
• Experience working in a medium to large organization
• Experience in using an ERP system.
• Managerial experience in finance functions.
• Knowledge of internal control systems.
• Knowledge of applicable International Accounting Standards, IFRS, GAAP, etc.
• Experience in Finance functions in the telecommunications industry would be an added advantage.

Training:

• International Financial Reporting Standard.
• Telecommunication Basics.
• Application of accounting standards and best practices.
• Knowledge of financial ratios, Interconnect Billing System (ICT), language of network quality issues (OPTIMA Lite) and Audit Command Language (ACL), asset management, general ledger accounts mapping, etc.

Financial Planning Accountant (Budget)
Job Description

• To prepare, analyse, oversee and manage the annual business plan (consolidated) for MTNN by applying fundamental budgetary concepts, practices, and procedures and ensuring it complies with International Financial Reporting Standards
• Extract value from what we already have by focusing on optimizing processes within the Unit/Department in line with the value creation philosophy. This includes individual contributions and recommendations to improve existing business project/initiative.
• Drive Innovation by identifying and taking advantage of new business opportunities, e.g., by stimulating and encouraging new business opportunities, launch of products, product/process innovation, business model innovation etc.
• Maintain leadership in the ICT/Digital industry by partnering with MTNN’s Partners to improve their processes which in turn will improve the efficiency of MTNN’s operations.
• Enhance/expand MTN’s role in the larger national macro environment by participating in CSR projects and/or NGO’s, involvement in recognized professional institutions, participating in think-tank activities etc.
• Sustain the right organizational culture and behaviors by demonstrating the vital behaviours every time.
• Review and analyse departmental budget requests, make recommendations for approval or modifications as required.
• Coordinate the uploading of the MTNN financial and non-financial budget on the Group’s consolidation software (Hyperion Financial Management).
• Verify accuracy of data received from departments such as Assumptions, Headcount, Organogram and Opex, ensuring alignment with company strategy.
• Assist in the development of strategy documents and the preparation and automation of MTNN business plan in the Business Planning Software, ensuring that sub projects are incorporated and business plan calculations are accurate and realistic.
• Assist in integrating other systems such as Magic, IFS with the Business Planning Software.
• Facilitate effective budgetary control systems by providing the budget assumptions in explaining monthly OPEX variances, liaising with budget coordinators to facilitate timely submission of inputs.
• Monitor adherence to standard budgetary working policies, processes and procedures.

Job Condition:

• Normal MTNN working conditions
• May be required to work extended hours
• Open plan office

Experience & Training

• First degree in any numerate discipline
• Fluent in English
• A professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA etc)
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an area of specialisation; with experience working with others
• Experience working in a medium organization
• Finance, budget or management reporting in a multinational environment
• Experience in a Financial Reporting function is desirable
• Experience in Data mining and analysis
• Experience in Enterprise Financial Systems
• Experience in telecommunications industry will be an added advantage Training:
• Best practices in budget preparation.
• Financial Analysis.
• Advanced Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Business Modelling
• Basic leadership skills
• International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)

Minimum Qualification

• BEd, BEng, BSc, BTech or HND

Planner, Material Resource (Technology)
Job Description

• Planner, Material Resource is part of the Planning & Forecasting team at the Opco and will support the demand fulfillment and planning process. Planner, Material Resource will use Material Requirements Planning (MRP) techniques with demand and inventory data to calculate requirements for materials.
• The role collaborates with the demand planning team in creating purchase requisitions, make stock re-order recommendations and reschedule open orders aligned to delivery dates.
• Planner, Material Resource would support the Manager, Planning & Forecasting and would be involved in the demand fulfillment process. These processes would involve interactions with Opco and Centers of Excellence (CoE).
• Update Bill of Material (BOM) based on the requirements
• Prepare schedule of purchase for the required material and share with Buyer
• Participate and provide inputs in operational meetings
• Set up and manage ad hoc meetings for day to day operational requirements
• Timely notification of escalations to the Manager
• Resolve escalations as per defined escalation/resolution procedures
• Participate and provide inputs on project status meetings
• Propose operational changes and provide associated user impact assessment
• Ensure effective execution of day to day operations and at the Opco and resolve operational issues
• Improve productivity and quality through leading practice initiatives
• Initiate request for creation of BOM in case it is not available
• Identify the components of product to be updated in BOM
• Perform material requirement planning on a periodic basis considering the demand and inventory level • Assist Manager, Planning & Forecasting in defining minimum-maximum stock replenishment
• Calculate the reorder point, min-max levels, safety stock and bin level
• Monitor stock level and calculate the requirements
• Supervise individual team members performance
• Allocate daily work to team members and ensure appropriate planning for back-up and leave/absenteeism
• Ensure cohesive working
• Accountable for meeting and prioritising own targets/ deadlines and those of direct reportees
• Provide information to the Manager on work accomplishments and individual / team challenges
• Lead team meetings and contribute on specialist/ technical areas
• Review performance metric dashboards on various performance metrics and provide inputs to the Manager

Job Condition

• Normal MTNN working conditions
• May be required to work extended hours
• Open plan office.

Experience & Training

• First degree in Supply Chain Management or any related discipline.
• Fluent in English
• CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional)
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an area of specialisation; with experience working with others
• Experience working in a medium organization Training: Any training specific to Supply Chain Management will be an added advantage.

Minimum Qualification

• BA, BEd, BEng, BSc, BTech or HND.

Planner, Material Resource (Commercial)
Department: Supply Chain Management (SCM)
Job Type: Permanent

Job Description

• Planner, Material Resource is part of the Planning & Forecasting team at the Opco and will support the demand fulfillment and planning process. Planner, Material Resource will use Material Requirements Planning (MRP) techniques with demand and inventory data to calculate requirements for materials. The role collaborates with the demand planning team in creating purchase requisitions, make stock re-order recommendations and reschedule open orders aligned to delivery dates.
• Planner, Material Resource would support the Manager, Planning & Forecasting and would be involved in the demand fulfillment process. These processes would involve interactions with Opco and Centers of Excellence (CoE).
• Update Bill of Material (BOM) based on the requirements
• Prepare schedule of purchase for the required material and share with Buyer
• Participate and provide inputs in operational meetings
• Set up and manage ad hoc meetings for day to day operational requirements
• Timely notification of escalations to the Manager
• Resolve escalations as per defined escalation/resolution procedures
• Participate and provide inputs on project status meetings
• Propose operational changes and provide associated user impact assessment
• Ensure effective execution of day to day operations and at the Opco and resolve operational issues
• Improve productivity and quality through leading practice initiatives
• Initiate request for creation of BOM in case it is not available
• Identify the components of product to be updated in BOM
• Perform material requirement planning on a periodic basis considering the demand and inventory level
• Assist Manager, Planning & Forecasting in defining minimum-maximum stock replenishment
• Calculate the reorder point, min-max levels, safety stock and bin level
• Monitor stock level and calculate the requirements
• Supervise individual team members performance
• Allocate daily work to team members and ensure appropriate planning for back-up and leave/absenteeism
• Ensure cohesive working
• Accountable for meeting and prioritising own targets/ deadlines and those of direct reportees
• Provide information to the Manager on work accomplishments and individual / team challenges
• Lead team meetings and contribute on specialist/ technical areas
• Review performance metric dashboards on various performance metrics and provide inputs to the Manager

Job Condition

• Normal MTNN working conditions
• May be required to work extended hours
• Open plan office

Experience & Training

• HND/First Degree in Supply Chain Management or any related discipline
• Fluent in English
• CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional)
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an area of specialisation; with experience working with others
• Experience working in a medium organization Training: Any training specific to Supply Chain Management will be an added advantage

Manager, Planning and Forecasting
Job Description

• Manager, Planning & Forecasting is part of the Planning & Fulfillment team at the Opco and would lead the Demand planning and forecasting process. Demand planning and forecasting management covers demand forecasting, demand planning and sales and operational planning processes for trading stocks and assets. These processes would involve interactions with Opco BP and Centers of Excellence (CoE).
• Manager, Planning & Forecasting would support the Senior Manager, Planning & Fulfillment and supervise the Planner, Demand and Planner, Material Resource.
• Support the Shareholder return strategy by developing and implementing Sales & Distribution Processes that are aligned to achieving all elements on the business score card. (I.e. Grow Market Share, Grow ICT & Data Revenue, Increase EBITDA margins, Assure Revenue, CAPEX Returns Management and Net Subscriber Additions).
• Participate in the review of Business Processes (headcount, process optimisation, etc.), to drive efficiency gains to ensure at least 5% reduction in Divisional budget year-on-year.
• Monitor changes to SCM related statutory, regulatory, legal compliances and update MTN checklist. This includes compliance with Safety Health and Environment (SHE) regulation, imports, Foreign Exchange Control Documentations (FECDs), input and output taxes and managing landed costs.
• Develop policies and procedures for implementing distribution strategy (customise to physical local conditions)
• Ad hoc and Operational Meetings
• Set up /participate in ad hoc and operational meetings
• Report at process and functional level
• Manage and resolve escalations that have impact on critical path of service delivery
• Escalate issues that will result in significant time, scope, employee/client or cost impact if not resolved
• Manage and provide solutions to issues that require formal resolution
• Set up and manage project status meetings
• Review and identify key risks, issues and dependencies and set mitigation actions
• Sign-off / make decisions regarding operational changes
• Review performance of CoE against agreed KPIs and their compliance to SLAs and reverse SLAs
• Create and monitor plan for continuous improvement
• Review performance of CoE Reporting
• Review reports on a monthly basis from CoE relating to progress made within the sub-division and in accordance with the measurement metrics set by the organisation
• Review reports on specific projects as per the defined timelines
• Source, induct, and manage talent in accordance with legislative guidelines
• Ensure open communication channels with staff and implement change management interventions where necessary
• Provide definition of roles, responsibilities, individual goals and performance objectives for the team
• Set KPIs and provide regular performance feedback through a well-defined and implementable performance review program
• Develop and implement a training plan in order to build and develop skills within the team
• Performance manage resources in accordance with HR policy and legislation where necessary
• Actively participate in leadership team and develop skills of own team
• Promote an ‘MTN centric’ and a ‘partnership approach’ to develop strong relationships with other working groups and ensure adherence to Group governance
• Serve the Division’s internal customers and provide solutions to improve the customer experience.
• Strategic Partnerships with MTNN leadership team to drive awareness on expected behaviours and impact on non-compliance on bottom line results and company image/reputation.
• Drive planned strategy for the successful delivery of MTN Group and MTNN transformation initiatives focusing on Customer centricity, including Perfect 10 Project.
• Drive an increase in MTNN’s Net Promoter Score.
• Plan and manage supplier relationship with Distribution Company and customer relationships.
• Guide and direct vendors and third parties in achieving MTN Opco objectives
• Network and build solid relationships with internal units and relevant third parties (e.g. strategic investors, technical and finance partners, business consultants etc.) and develop a close working relationship with relevant information sources to provide an integrated service.
• Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external suppliers.
• Coordinate, coach and influence external partners and essential support departments across MTNN’s business units to deliver a seamless pre-sales and post-sales service experience.
• Participate in contract reviews; manage customer service issues with service providers and review the operations of the service providers, at intervals
• Make certain service providers adhere to standard procedures as well as properly executes the agreed terms and conditions.
• Coordinate with relevant authorities (internal / external) to obtain approval and ruling within the due date
• Escalate sensitive issues in a timely manner
• Collaborate with CoE to develop and implement demand planning and management strategies Review and approve demand forecast
• Prepare demand plan for trading stock and assets
• Review forecasting errors and prepare resolution plan for refining errors
• Monitor forecasting performance
• Review variance analysis reports and identify corrective actions to resolve variance
• Liaison with relevant stakeholders and conduct sales and operational planning review meetings
• Prepare sales and operational plan in collaboration with internal stakeholders, stakeholders at Opcos and aggregate the procurement requirement
• Assist in identifying potential supply constraints, risks and issues
• Monitor sales and operational planning

Job Condition

• Normal MTNN working conditions
• May be required to work extended hours

Experience & Training

• First Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management or related discipline
• Fluent in English
• CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional)
• CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management)
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience which includes:
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an area of specialisation; with experience in supervising/managing others
• Experience working in a medium to large organization
• Supply Chain Management experience
• Vendor management Experience
• Working experience in Oracle Training:
• CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management)
• CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional)
• CBAP(Certified Business Analysis Professional)
• SCOR-P (Supply Chain Operations Reference Model – Professional)

Minimum Qualification

• BA, BEd, BEng, BSc, BTech or HND.

Manager, Order Management
Job Type: permanent
Department: Supply Chain Management (SCM)

Job Description / Responsibilities

• Manager Order Management is part of the Planning & Fulfillment team at the Opco supporting the Customer Order Management processes.
• The Customer Order Management process covers sales to MTN Dealers/Distributors, MTN Owned Stores, and Direct Shipment to Customers (Bulk Orders). It also covers management of customer master data including customer catalogue and order prices.
• These processes would involve interactions as well as direct interaction with MTN customers i.e. dealers and distributors.
• Manager, Order Management is supported by Supervisor and Clerk to perform order management activities at the Opco.
• Support the Shareholder return strategy by developing and implementing Sales & Distribution Processes that are aligned to achieving all elements on the business score card. (I.e. Grow Market Share, Grow ICT & Data Revenue, Increase EBITDA margins, Assure Revenue, CAPEX Returns Management and Net Subscriber Additions).
• Participate in the review of Business Processes (headcount, process optimisation, etc.), to drive efficiency gains to ensure at least 5% reduction in Divisional budget year-on-year.
• Assist department in conducting demand planning, develop budgets for the upcoming year and implement plans to achieve the desired targets.
• Serve the Division’s internal customers and provide solutions to improve the customer experience.
• Strategic Partnerships with MTNN leadership team to drive awareness on expected behaviours and impact on non-compliance on bottom line results and company image/reputation.
• Drive planned strategy for the successful delivery of MTN Group and MTNN transformation initiatives focusing on Customer centricity, including Perfect 10 Project.
• Drive an increase in MTNN’s Net Promoter Score.
• Approve request for creation of customer data
• Approve all price updates prior to submission to Master data team
• Liaise with master data team for any updates/amendments to data regarding customer master data updates
• Ensure all customer records are up to date and ensure all customers have valid agreements- review annually
• Ensure customers receive correct promotions/ pricing/ discounts
• Validate customer creation or master updates including updates to price masters
• Oversee liaison with Master Data Management Team and CoE for Customer Master Data related information / queries
• Focus on improving and maintaining customer relationship
• Support Senior Manager, Planning & Fulfillment in development of corrective actions or improvement initiatives based on customer order report reviews
• Network and build solid relationships with internal units and relevant third parties (e.g. strategic investors, technical and finance partners, business consultants etc.) and develop a close working relationship with relevant information sources to provide an integrated service.
• Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external suppliers.
• Coordinate, coach and influence external partners and essential support departments across MTNN’s business units to deliver a seamless pre-sales and post-sales service experience.
• Build and maintain productive relationship with key regional stakeholders to ensure effective and efficient regional stock availability and distribution and deal with related issues and problems.
• Review and release customer orders based on assigned delegation of authority
• Validate applicable restrictions or promotions on items to customers at the time of release of customer order
• Manage credit limits assigned to the customers and ensure orders are within credit limit
• Review credit limits to ensure credit worthiness- consider insurance cover for customers if applicable
• Monitor SLAs for customer order processing and take corrective action, where required to ensure compliance with SLAs
• Cancel orders - ensure reasons provided for cancelled orders are reasonable
• Review the status of order on a periodic basis and analyse the reason for delay/open orders
• Authorize any amendments to orders where Delegation of Authority is applicable
• Hold discussions/escalations with relevant departments to ensure orders are processed/ dispatched in a timely manner
• Take corrective measures in case orders are not processed within defined SLA
• Liaise with customers to resolve any query/issues with related to customer order

Job Condition

• Normal MTNN working conditions
• May be required to work extended hours

Requirements, Experience & Training

• First Degree in Engineering or Supply Chain Management or Finance or any related discipline
• Fluent in English
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience which includes; minimum of 3 years’ experience in an area of specialisation; with experience in supervising/managing others
• Experience working in a medium to large organization
• Experience in warehouse/ order management / inventory management
• Experience dealing with customers (service industry)
• Working knowledge of Oracle
• Knowledge of customer database management principles
• Knowledge of customer order fulfillment, customer delivery, determining availability, etc.
• Understanding of process for booking, tracking and monitoring of orders Training
• Enterprise system knowledge
• Financial management skills
• Transport Management systems

Minimum Qualification:

• BA, BEd, BEng, BSc, BTech or HND

Manager, Inventory Management
Job description

• Responsible for accuracy and completeness of the ERP Inventory/WIP General ledger and Inventory sub-ledger system as well as providing information and support regarding inventory
• Provide financial/ budget related support to Logistics.
• Reconciliation of all Inventory accounts.
• Ensure Inventory financial process comply with IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standard) Support the Shareholder return strategy by developing and implementing Sales & Distribution Processes that are aligned to achieving all elements on the business score card. (I.e. Grow Market Share, Grow ICT & Data Revenue, Increase EBITDA margins, Assure Revenue, CAPEX Returns Management and Net Subscriber Additions).
• Participate in the review of Business Processes (headcount, process optimisation, etc.), to drive efficiency gains to ensure at least 5% reduction in Divisional budget year-on-year.
• Ensure accuracy and general ledger reconciliation of all Inventory and WIP accounts Conduct Oracle closing process for month-end and maintain efficient operation for all inventory accounts and transactions.
• Ensure all balance sheet reconciling items are resolved on a timely basis.
• Ensures proper valuation of Inventory in accordance to relevant accounting standards
• Review WIP status at month-end and ensure agreement to information on Promasys prior to submitting assets for movement to final fixed assets register and subsequent depreciation.
• Provide age analysis information to finance fixed assets for calculation of impairment provision
• Manage logistics unit statutory external audit process
• Re-allocate expenses wrongly charged within and between cost centres.
• Prepare OPEX budget forecast for logistics and Network CAPEX inventory forecast for company
• Ensure appropriate and accurate inventory information in the IFS system. That includes the managing of IFS in terms of setup, user utilization and flow of information into the general ledger for reconciliation purposes.
• Ensure maintenance of oracle perpetual inventory system and periodic analysis of sub ledger information.
• Monitor stock counts at primary warehouses and regional warehouses to ensure that stock quantities are accurate, stock count procedures are complied with and assist in processing claims/recovery for stock losses.
• Implement the company inventory policies and procedure in accordance with MTN accounting policy and IFRS
• Oversee and ensure that all receiving paperwork is in order and match the quantity, type, size and style loaded
• Supervise correctness of cycle counts ensure physical inventory of all goods and materials is reconciled to Oracle
• Prepare monthly consolidated stock count reports, analyse variances and provide solution to variances identified.
• Ensure prompt processing of authorised Material requisition form received from internal /external clients
• Provide Logistics support to project managers and Site Build Contractors on achieving roll out target.
• Manage equipment warranty claim process
• Manage the utilisation of OPEX budget for logistics department
• Oversee monthly logistics management report
• Ensure improved control through implementation of EAM/Fixed Assets/ Logistics agreed PPP
• Ensure accuracy and correctness of inventory Database

Job Condition

• Normal MTNN working conditions May be required to work extended hours

Experience & Training

• First degree in Accounting or a Finance related discipline
• Fluent in English
• Relevant qualification in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience which includes, minimum of 3 years’ experience in an area of specialisation, with experience in supervising/managing others
• Experience working in a medium to large organization
• Supply Chain Management experience
• Vendor management Experience
• Working experience in Oracle Training
• Certified in Production and Inventory Management CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional)
• Logistics and Supply chain management
• Project Management.

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Management Jobs In Nigeria: MTN Nigeria - 4 Positions Available

MTN Nigeria - The leader in telecommunications in Nigeria, and a part of a diverse community in Africa and the Middle East, our brand is instantly recognisable. It is through our compelling brand that we are able to attract the right talents who we carefully nurture by continuously improving our
employment offerings even beyond reward and recognition.

Job Title: Senior Manager, Sponsorship & Promotions

Job Description

• To provide overall strategic direction and ownership in conceptualizing, executing and management of all sponsorship, promotions and events in the Brand & Communications department in line with the overall marketing strategy
• Lead research and implement industry best practices with regard to sponsorships, promotions, and events
• Lead cross-functional initiatives to proactively ensure smooth implementation of all sponsorships, promotions, and events
• Create and ensure synergies through the buy-in of the various internal stake holders in MTNN on all sponsorships, promotions, and events
• Review the telecommunications market and develop Sponsorships and Events strategies across all segments to support the achievement against set business objectives for affinity, profitability, revenue, and value and market share.
• Liaise with the legal division in ensuring proper negotiation and compliance to all relevant contractual agreements (MOU’s, & SLA’s)
• Monitor & evaluate metrics to measure impact of current processes and strategy related to sponsorship, promotions, and events for the various customer segments
• Manage inter-functional relations between the unit and various departmental functions to ensure seamless synergies
• Initiate and facilitate all sponsorship, promotions and events related to brand and communications unit.
• Identify training and development needs for team members and manage related skills enhancement programmes to ensure business targets are fully met.
• Review performance of individual team members and complete appraisals in accordance with the employee performance appraisal procedures and time schedules.
• Coordinate and supervise MTNN’s sponsorship activities in the brand & communications across all segments and evaluate sponsorship proposals.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with agencies and partners, as well as develop and culture organic owned sponsorship properties thus eliminating royalty costs
• Monitor external vendors, & agencies to ensure that targeted activations are cost effective and agreed deliverables.

Job Condition

• Open plan office normal MTN working conditions

Experience & Training Education

• HND/First Degree in Social Sciences or any other relevant discipline
• An ongoing managerial experience of 5years and above in the telecoms space will be an advantage
• Experience: 12 years’ work experience which includes:
  • Minimum of 5 years in a supervisory/managerial role in a telecoms sector or 10years in an FMCG
  • 8 years proven experience in developing and executing leveraging plans in a telecom/FMCG corporation
  • 5 years proven expertise & end to end development/execution of sponsorship using the ROI/ROO matrix to achieve set objectives Training
• Project Management for Events
• Various Telecom & sponsorship conferences

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Job Title: Manager Enterprise Risk Management


Job Description

• To manage the Business Risk Management initiatives and to ensure implementation of risk management best practices by analyzing current and potential risks and reporting on risk exposures and prevention strategies for the business
• Support the Shareholder return strategy by developing and implementing Business Risk Management Processes that are aligned to achieving all elements on the business score card. (I.e. Grow Market Share, Grow ICT & Data Revenue, Increase EBITDA margins, Assure Revenue, CAPEX Returns Management and Net Subscriber Additions).
• Participate in the review of Business Processes (headcount, process optimization, etc.), to drive efficiency gains to ensure at least 5% reduction in Divisional budget year-on-year.
• Manage and optimize the budget, ensuring all expenditure is in line with the agreed budgets.
• Monitor costs and determine initiatives to optimize resources as well as provide input into forecasting, planning, and development of the budget for the unit.
• Serve the Division,s internal customers and provide solutions to improve the customer experience.
• Strategic Partnerships with MTNN leadership team to drive awareness on expected behaviours and impact on non-compliance on bottom line results and company image/reputation.
• Drive planned strategy for the successful delivery of MTN Group and MTNN transformation initiatives focusing on Customer centricity, including Perfect 10 Project. Drive an increase in MTNN's Net Promoter Score.
• Ensure ongoing risk identification, assessment and reporting to the stakeholders; and CURA (the risks management system/ tool) is implemented and fully utilized to automate the risk management process within MTN Nigeria.
• Generate and submit report to Audit and Risk Committee on a quarterly basis ; and ensure preparation of ERM reports to stakeholders when required.
• Liaise constantly with Senior Management and Executives on various risk matters especially tracking ownership and mitigation of risk items identified as well as train relevant stakeholders and staff on risk matters; champions on the use of CURA software, on an on-going basis regarding ERM projects.
• Network and build solid relationships with internal units and relevant third parties (e.g. strategic investors, technical and finance partners, business consultants etc.) and develop a close working relationship with relevant information sources to provide an integrated service.
• Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external suppliers.
• Coordinate, coach and influence external partners and essential support departments across MTNN's business units to deliver a seamless pre-sales and post-sales service experience.
• Analyze long term implications of actions on the viability of the business from a broad perspective and the impact of solutions on other areas of the business, as well as the inter-dependency of units.
• Drive best practice, continuous improvement and innovation at process and procedure level within Business Risk Management unit as well as utilize appropriate models for analyzing potential risks to the business, taking a 360 degree view of the organizations risk profile.
• Construct, implement and fine-tune methods, processes and systems to enhance effectiveness and meet organizational goals , and ensure implementation and maintenance of BRM policies and procedures.
• Facilitate on-going enterprise-wide risk assessments and mitigation of risks and ownership in all Business Units across MTNN, in line with the Group ERM framework (including interviews and workshops with Senior Management) and support the ERM environment in aligning to other disciplines within Business Risk Management unit.
• Provide input into the development of procedures and processes for crisis prevention and management.
• Ensure the implementation of defined project risk management framework as well as Insurance risk management in terms of group framework.
• Analyze and advise on costs associated with risk non-compliance maintenance and prevention and carry out in-depth evaluations on key risks within the organization.
• Monitor/report exposures and assess current and potential risks and assist the business in developing prevention strategies and its continuity plans.
• Continuously seek self-professional development to sharpen skills and capabilities in a versatile and evolving digital landscape.
• Coach and train the team to ensure understanding of the objectives and goals of the department, awareness of set targets/requirements and regularly review their training needs.
• Review performance of individual team members and complete appraisals in accordance with the employee performance appraisal procedures and time schedules.
• Provide input into the development of risk management policies and procedures , in bench-marking local and international risk management best practices and strategies ; and analyse local conditions, as well as competitor activity to create competitive advantage.
• Provide input into the development of plans for the roll-out of Risk Management in conjunction with the Business Units across MTNN, in alignment with the Group Risk Management Framework , and the implementation of improvements to Risk Management capabilities within Business Units in MTNN.
• Align operational targets to business strategy and assist the General Manager, Business Risk Management in establishing and implementing structures to comply with the Group Risk Management Framework in conjunction with the Business Units across MTNN.

Job Condition

• Normal MTNN working conditions
• May be required to work extended hours
• Willingness to travel at any time

Experience & Training
Education:

• First Degree in related discipline
• Fluent in English
• Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACCA or ACA) would be an added advantage
• Risk Management qualification would be an added advantage Experience: Minimum 6 years’ experience which includes:
  • Minimum of 3 years experience in an area of specialization; with experience in supervising/managing others
  • Experience working in a medium to large organization
  • financial experience in Business Risk or Auditing
• A strong background in managing business risk in a fast moving industries (i.e. Telecommunication) Training:
  • Training on controls,
  • Assurance and information systems
  • Strategic Planning

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Job Title: Security Operation Engineer

Job Description

• Provide support to the coordination of operational capacity to manage information security operations within MTN Nigeria by maintaining appropriate security solutions and ensuring conformance to security policy.
• Business growth, value created & cost-effectiveness achieved by process optimization
• Conduct all aspects of information security Policy Administration • Diagnose and resolve common information security problems
• Periodic review of Security Operations procedures
• Log, track, and monitor security issues/incidents to ensure resolution in a timely manner with the least impact on operations.
• Interface with Support Teams to resolve security vulnerabilities within Enterprise systems and Applications
• Investigate and resolve security incidents
• Manage security toolsets in operation, including Qualys, Vontu DLP, Audit vault, Arcsight, Cisco NAC and Novell IAM.
• Security system server management on development, QA and production servers.
• Perform Problem, Change, and Release & Configuration Management as it pertains to information security.
• Perform day-to-day activities like periodic reconciliations, task management etc.
• Advising management on emerging vulnerabilities.
• Vulnerability scan policies review on Qualys, N-stalker, DBProtect, nessus, MBSA, Oracle enterprise
• Security alert policies review on Arcsight
• Administration of Cisco WLAN platform
• Oracle database vault policy review
• Database log and audit trail management policy review on Oracle audit vault and Imperva • Forensic/fraud investigations and monitoring
• Security Operations Dashboard Management & Reporting
• Log, track, and monitor security issues/incidents to ensure resolution in a timely manner with the least impact on operations
• Interface with Support Teams to resolve security vulnerabilities within Enterprise systems and Applications
• Continuously seek self-professional development to sharpen skills and capabilities in a versatile and evolving digital landscape.
• Foster active collaboration and relationships with employees across all levels and divisions in line with MTN’s VB and values.
• Drive Knowledge Management and Best Practice Sharing within own Unit/Department/Division/Enterprise-wide as required.

Job Condition

• Normal MTN N working conditions.
• Stand-by 24/7 through out the year
• Overtime for after-hours system changes.

Experience & Training
Education:

• HND/First Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology/Systems or related discipline
• Possession of a professional IT certification (Certified Information Security Systems Professional or Certified Information Systems Auditor) is desirable.
• Fluent in English

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an area of specialisation; with experience working with others
• Experience working in a medium organization
• Experience with Microsoft, Solaris, Oracle and SQL and scripting Experience working in telecommunication industry
• Managing network and/or network security
• Security enforcement on systems level, security audit and vulnerability management
• Knowledge should be current with information security best practices and global trends
• User account identity, authorization and authentication management.
• Security management for incident and event management Training
• Identity Management technology.
• Vulnerability assessment and treatment
• Systems Auditing, , Database Security, Firewall Design, Intrusion detection system administration Implementation
• Telecommunications, Network, wireless & Internet Security

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Job Title: Senior Manager, Media Management

Job Description

• To lead the tasks of optimizing media and marketing communications across all brands and channels to contribute to meeting key marketing and business objectives
• To lead and drive global “best practice” in media planning and integrated marketing communications strategies and to deliver strategic advisory for the business with a through-the-line modern day communication ideas and media channel deployment to constantly drive awareness and lead generation.
• To drive MTN’s Digital strategy and execution in terms of all deployment in the digital space. This will include but is not limited to digital media, digital advertising, corporate identity and advertising, social media and Group digital properties.
• Manage the Media/Digital and other communication Agencies to provide best in class strategic thinking and thought leadership that will drive business results
• Ensure Industry leadership through cutting edge communications, customer engagement strategies and implementations.
• Establish dynamic and consistent positioning, image and presence within the consumer & business markets
• Budget management
• Capture and discern target market mind and media share trend / opportunities.
• Constant liaison with relevant departments and units to ensure seamless use of digital media. Review market and internal conditions and provide Media support to the MTNN Marketing teams and other media needs of the MTNN business.
• Lead the shaping of Media strategies and plans that capitalize on modern trends & opportunities.
• Determine budgets and resource allocation, Monitor projects and ensure they are delivered on time and within budget.
• Support & direct brand teams as they develop media briefs and allocate resources across channels
• Set strategic direction for media campaigns. Strong strategic & thought leadership
• Develop new capabilities within the media team on the Agency side and particularly in new/digital media
• Develop, review and ensure that Media Processes are in line with global best practice
• Identify and deploy unconventional media opportunities and big bets that rapidly grow brand equity
• Develop and execute MTN Nigeria’s strategic digital marketing initiatives to improve the operating efficiencies of the business across all digital media platforms.
• Management of all MTNN web environments as it relates to marketing as well as the functional development of digital platforms including branding, designs, usability, contents, , monetization, conversion points and performance of all MTNN digital assets [specifically around the www.mtn.com and related mobile sites].
• Manage relationship with Finance and ensure funds appropriation and payments.
• Monitor and evaluate relevant media agencies, incorporating revenue generation schemes in owned digital assets.
• Initiate & lead media projects resulting in cost efficiencies & effectiveness to achieve set Media Productivity targets across customer segments
• Manage media relations and maximize media opportunities.
• Identify trainings, development needs and skills enhancement programmes for individual team members.

Job Condition

• Normal MTNN working conditions
• May be required to work extended hours
• Regional, national and international travel

Experience, Skills & Training

• Experience in media, web & mobile analytics Training
• Leadership Training
• Marketing Management and decision making courses
• Presentation skills
• Management development programmes
• Marketing Research Knowledge & Forecasting
• knowledge and ability to apply research information and procedures used to forecast consumer behaviors
• Drive Media Cost efficiencies across market segments
• Numeracy and good understanding of statistics/Data
• Understanding Media Management/Development Processes
• Digital & New Media knowledge

Education:

• B.Sc in any Social Science disciplines (MSC /MBA added advantage)
• Relevant certification in New Media Management
• APCON Certification
• NIMN Certification (Chartered)

Experience:

• 8-10 years working experience comprising:
• 5 years experience in marketing, strategy development and implementation.
• 3-4 years marketing/media communication experience.
• Understanding of media trends and insights driving change in media consumption habits/behaviors

Minimum Qualification:
BA, BEd, BSc or HND

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Graduate Jobs In Nigeria: Olam Nigeria - Product Line Trainee 2017

Olam International is a global leader in supply chain management of agricultural products and food ingredients. The company has grown from a single product in a single country to a globally integrated supply chain manager across 16 platforms in 70 countries supporting 14,000 customers.
We have a dominant presence in Africa, with cotton ginning operations in 6 countries as well as long-standing relationships with cotton marketing boards and ginners across all cotton producing countries.

Product Line Trainee

Position Code: 953
Functional Area: Sales
Major: Finance, Marketing, Business Administration, Food Science, Engineering, Economics, Math, Agriculture, Agribusiness, or related field


Job Summary

• Olam’s Trainee Program is a leadership development program. Upon completion of the program, Trainees will have gained a strong knowledge of products and process and have fostered a network of relationships that will help them serve Olam’s clients and build their own future!
• The Program is a reflection of Olam’s innovative corporate culture, where each employee is encouraged to grow via on-the-job experience, classroom education, and through relationships with employees company-wide.

Primary Purpose of the Role

• The Product Line Management (PLM) function is responsible primarily for overall business and marketing strategy of the product line and interfaces with the other functions such as Operations, Technical and Sales to maximize the profitability of the product line. The PLM Trainee role will involve a range of activities including business & competitive analysis, market research and segmentation and aiding in formulation and execution of the product line strategy.

Primary Responsibilities

• The primary responsibilities of the PLM Trainee role will involve competition & market analysis, supply & demand analysis, market research, and development of business and marketing strategy.
• The role will require independent management of projects around customers or products and interfacing with the various functions as well as external agencies to drive projects to completion.
• The role requires an ability to develop a strong techno-commercial understanding of Olam’s product & service capabilities, an understanding of customer business models and hence their product & service level needs.

Candidate Profile
Minimum Requirements:

• Analytical ability - Ability to analyze data / information and generate market and customer insight
• Self-driven & seeking professional growth - Strong drive to learn, build techno commercial skill set and invest in a long term career in the product line & industry
• Employment as a Trainee does not commence until the Trainee has completed his/her bachelor's (or greater) degree
• Adaptability: for up to 6 months, Trainees may pursue hands-on, on-the-job training on our manufacturing floors.
• Communication & Collaboration Skills - Ability to communicate & work effectively with technical and commercial teams both internally and at the customer end
• Problem solving skills - Ability to identify issues, drill down to root cause, and suggest alternate and holistic solutions

Preferred:

• A Master’s Degree in Business
• Study abroad experience or the ability to speak multiple languages
• A GPA at or above 3.0 (on a 4-point scale)
• A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Food Science, Natural Sciences, Business Administrations, Economics, Math, Agriculture, Agribusiness, or related field
• Previous work experience in Industrial B2B sales / marketing
• Previous work experience in processed fruits & vegetable industry
• Involvement and leadership in extra-curricular campus activities or non-profit organizations

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Audit Jobs In Nigeria: KPMG Nigeria - Internal Audit Manager

KPMG Nigeria - Our client, a top-tier full-service Law firm that provides world-class legal services to local and international clients, is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Internal Audit Manager

Job Summary

• This role is responsible for evaluating the effectiveness and adequacy of internal controls.
• Also responsible for planning audits and supervises/manages audit teams in the performance of regulatory, financial, operational and special audits.

Detailed Job Description

• Works with Department Heads to ensure that the relevant internal audit strategies, standard operating procedures, policies and manuals for the practice are implemented and updated where required.
• Plans and implements the Internal Audit programmes in conjunction with Department Heads to ascertain and report on degree of compliance with the firm’s approved policies and operating procedures, laws, regulations and code of good business practices.
• Leads and executes audits independently and efficiently, including audit planning, testing, control evaluation, report drafting and follow-up and verification of issue closure.
• Coordinates the execution of special duties/investigations of any significant breach of the Firm’s code of business conduct and suspected fraud cases as requested by the Board.
• Promotes a culture of transparency and accountability in the firm’s operations.
• Plans the scope of work as well as the deadlines of each internal audit exercise.
• Executes audits efficiently, including audit sample testing, controls testing and evaluation, report drafting and follow-up and verification of issue closure.



• Develops a risk based test plan by selecting appropriate audit approach, test procedures and sampling criteria based on professional judgement and departmentally defined internal audit methodology.
• Proposes practical and value adding recommendations to address control weaknesses and/or process inefficiencies identified during internal audit.
• Coordinates year-end inventory count and periodic fixed asset verification exercises carried out by the internal audit supervisors.
• Engages with the external auditors and supports engagement with other areas of the firm.
• Conducts follow-up reviews of and resolves control issues arising from internal and external audit exercises.
• Key Performance Indicators
• Audit Planning and Execution
• People Management
• Reporting

Required Qualifications and Experience

• A First Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management or any Business discipline
• Membership of Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) or Association of Certified and Chartered Accountants (ACCA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or equivalent
• Minimum of 14 years relevant post-qualification experience, with at least 4 in a management role in a reputable organisation

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HR Jobs In Nigeria: BCX Nigeria Limited - Human Resource Manager

BCX Nigeria - We pride ourselves in being Africa’s premier end-to-end digital solutions partner, providing the world’s most advanced Information and Communications Technology to companies of all sizes. Together with Telkom, South Africa’s leading telecommunications provider, we have over 100 years’ experience working with JSE-listed enterprises, public sector organisations, state owned entities and medium-sized businesses around the globe. Ultimately, our passion is to make a difference and enrich communities by making the impossible possible, through technology.

Human Resources Manager

Ref No.: 70000109 - INT
Position Category/Job Type: Permanent (Full-time)
Job Category: Human Resources

Job Description

• BCX, Africa's leading ICT Solutions provider,seeks the expertise of an experienced HR Manager ( Generalist - HR Business Patterning) to support their Nigeria staff.
• To coordinate and implement HR processes policies and procedures within the region according to clearly defined corporate controls and regulations. ( Essential - strong experience and knowledge of Nigeria's HR Labour Laws and basic conditions of employment act)

Context

• The increased need be customer focused in order to ensure that HR is viewed as a strategic business partner
• The need to keep up-to-date with changes in relevant legislation and to understand the impact thereof on the business
• The need to be aware of new developments in respect of information technology e.g. implementation of SAP HR
• The need to have an all encompassing skills portfolio in order to deliver effective HR support
• The need to be aware of the impact of organisational restructuring and change management
• The increased need to be prepared and understand the impact of HIV/Aids on HR related processes
• The need to comply with the Information, Communication and Technology charter at all times

Customers:

• HR Executive
• Team Corporate
• HR Team Regional HR Team Regional / Cluster
• EXCO: Team Line Managers Employees Clients Payroll

Roles

• Implement Staffing Policies And Procedures
• Advise And Apply Termination Procedures
• Implement Employee Relations
• Policies And Procedures Implement
• Training & Development Policies And Procedures
• Implement Change Management Processes
• Facilitate Performance Management And Career Development
• Implement Remuneration According
• To Set Policy Advise And Assist Line Management In Implementing Best Practice In HR
• Contribute To Improving Organisational Culture And Climate
• Contribute To Designing And Developing Human Resource Strategies And Policies
• Review Plans And Processes
• To Ensure A Safe And Healthy Work Environment

Job Requirements
Education:

• Grade 12
• NQF Level 4 plus National Diploma or Degree in HR / Industrial Psychology.
• NQF level 5 or 6

Experience:

• Honours in HR / Industrial Psychology preferable 5 yrs relevant HR experience

Competencies
Knowledge and Skills:

• Dispute Resolution Mechanisms Facilitation Skills
• OD And Learning & Development Theories And Methodologies
• SAP System Capabilities
• Staffing Processes And Procedures
• Understand BCX's Business Ethics And Values

Core Competencies:

• Applied Strategic Planning And Thinking Comparisons Conceptualisation Customer Excellence Orientation Evaluating Organising People Development Tact.

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Marketing Officer Needed At Fleet Management

Marketing Officer Needed At Fleet Management

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PZ Cussons 2017 Graduate Trainee Scheme

Graduate Trainee - Finance, Marketing, Sales and Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical and Electrical)
Department - Finance
Location - Nigeria
POSTED 09/02/2017 CLOSING DATE 21/02/2017 REFERENCE NO.
Job Description
PZ Cussons is an Entrepreneurial, International Company that is focused on enhancing the lives of consumers in selected markets through quality, value and innovation.

Our Graduate Trainee Scheme seeks to provide a thorough induction into various aspects of our business, equipping our prospective employees with the requisite skills needed to advance their career and development. Over the course of several months, successful candidates will be provided with the required professional, analytical and social skills to assume a position in the organization.

Location: Nationwide

Qualification

B.A/B.Sc/B.Ed/M.Sc/M.A (2.2 minimum)

Candidate must not be more than 28 years as at the time of applying

Must have completed NYSC by March 2017

Competencies

A self-starter with the ability to work in a dynamic environment

Ability to work with basic computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)

Geographical mobility within Nigeria

Strong Initiative and drive

Strong analytical skill

The scheme offers good career opportunities and competitive remuneration and benefits.

A CANDO attitude, exhibiting our core values COURAGE, ACCOUNTABILITY, NETWORKING, DRIVE and ONENESS

How to Apply:

Send your CV (MS Word format) to recruitmentNG@pzcussons.com

Subject: Graduate Trainee Scheme and applicants’ current location (e.g Graduate Trainee Scheme Finance/Yobe)

Note:

Only successful candidates would be contacted.

Closing date: 21st February 2017

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