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British American Tobacco currently is recruiting for the position of an  Internal Communications Manager. We are a market leading, global organisation with a long, established history and a bright and dynamic future. Thanks to our people we have continued to deliver growth and exceed expectations in an increasingly complex and challenging marketplace.

Our aim is to become the leading tobacco company in each of our markets by providing excellent products with confidence and responsibility expected of global consumer brands.

If you have the talent and motivation to help us succeed you'll find we are equally committed to helping you reach your full potential too.

Job Title: Internal Communications Manager

Location/City: Lagos

Job Number: 2929BR

Job purpose and key deliverables

As a key member of the Corporate and Regulatory Affairs (CORA) team, the ICM will manage the company's internal communications programme, provide strategic communication support to the business and assist employees and managers understand their role in making business goals a reality.

Will also ensure two-way communication by continuously obtaining employee feedback and keep all levels of employees informed about key issues and events impacting the company. Provide strategic communication and support for - business objectives, by reinforcing alignment to global, regional, area and local goals and strategy.

Operational/Professional/Business:

Internal Communications:

• Set strategy to manage employee communications that ensure employees understand and support company strategies, principles and initiatives, and the impact on the employees day-to-day activities.
• Develops, manages and produces effective communications tools & platforms, such as company magazines, corporate literature and internal campaigns, that ensure staff are aware of and supporting business initiatives, and success
• Develops and manages the development of annual communications cycle plans that incorporates functional and company requirements and supports the company plan and focus.
• Ensure and support free and accurate flow of communication/dialogue and feedback from the bottom –up (communication from the top – down is assured)

Corporate Brand Development & Management:

• Drive the implementation of a corporate brand strategy and co-ordinate with all functions on programmes and campaigns which help communicate the corporate brand, with the ultimate objective of creating the desired brand image and culture internally.

Management:

• Develop and manage the internal communication strategy and ensure adherence and value across the company
• Supervises the activities and deliveries of relevant communications agencies ensuring BAT is obtaining value for money and that all communications initiatives and activities are being delivered on time and in full.
• Manages and supervises the production, e.g. publishing, of communication initiatives and activities, such as company communication, magazines and corporate literature, branded items, to ensure they are delivered on-time and are of a high-standard.
• Ensures communications initiatives and activities are in-line with company standards and beliefs, and are actively promoting these standards and beliefs.
• Manage communication budget and other resources to ensure alignment with budget and to take company exigencies into consideration
• Assist the head of CORA to develop functional and company plans and initiatives so helping to ensure their success

Leadership:

• Contributes to the effective operation of CORA, by acting as an ambassador, seek to continuously improve the way it is viewed within company and region
• Actively manage career within BAT, taking responsibility for seeking opportunities for development and growth within the company.
• Mentor, coach formally and informally (actively manage career of CORA executives, Management trainees etc.)
• Actively seek opportunities to promote BAT Nigeria within the BAT Group, ensuring CORA and company successes are helping BAT Nigeria attain its vision and goals.

Relationships:

Develop and manage individual relationships with management team – in order to:

• Re-enforce personal credibility with them as their communications advisor and support resource
• Ensure up to date and timely flow of information and communication around the company and within teams
• Collaborate closely with the Organisational Effectiveness team to provide effective communication support within the change plan and motivate change agents
• Participate in cross-functional project teams for effective communication of project relevance to the business and to provide opportunity for the business to engage more with CORA
• Develop relationships with individuals and teams to reinforce credibility in communication received and conveyed
• Through support to other functions, become known as the point-of-contact for all internal communications and the corporate brand.
• Build and maintain trust of employees to serve as a conduit for bottom-up communication and feedback to management

Innovation:

• Drive a culture of innovation within CORA and internal communication that encourages networking and transfer of best practise locally and globally both within the CORA team and the company in general
• Enhance the reach of internal communication through the use of emerging technology to disseminate information to various offices and field-based employees.
• Continually explore, within reason, new ideas on Communication that will maintain dynamism in the communication approach and hold the interest of the audience groups

Essential requirements Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Graduate calibre, ideally with professional or higher qualification in PR, Internal Communication or Corporate Communication
• 5 years+ broad internal communications experience, ideally in a corporate environment
• Understanding of the wider communications disciplines; experience of change management
• Understanding of research tools and methodologies; can conduct small scale qual. and quant. research
• Can communicate factual and conceptual information clearly, concisely and in an appropriate style for the audience
• Superior planning, project management skills and problem resolution skills; able to successfully manage several projects simultaneously
• Strong influencing skills; must inspire trust and confidence of employees, CORA colleagues and business managers, must have – good people
• leadership qualities Confidence and ability to challenge the status quo and maintain the trust of employees which are the key constituents of the internal communications manager
• A strong perceptiveness/emotional intelligence/6 th sense for reading and understanding the 'pulse' of employees i.e.,
• knowing how to manage communications to support this pulse/diffuse tension or anxiety Superior skills in sourcing, briefing and managing external suppliers, and in controlling large budgets and challenging work schedules

Desirable requirements

• The job-holder should demonstrate an aptitude for policy-making and stakeholder engagement processes.
• The job-holder should have a demonstrable ability to develop and maintain networks with key stakeholders.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills are essential, as is understanding of design, print, and production and the news-making process.
• Research and analytical skills are essential, as is the knowledge of French, due to the bi-lingual nature of West Africa Area.
• A dynamic and adaptable person, with the ability to advice on/influence decisions that impact on Regulatory issues and Reputation Management.
• The job holder will ensure the principles of Corporate Social Responsibility are embedded in every communication and driven with integrity;
• The job holder will understand the complex political and regulatory framework in which we operate and to engage with governments and key bodies in support of our desire for a regulatory environment in which the business can compete and prosper.

Application Closing Date

27 March, 2014

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should:

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MTN Nigeria , a leading telecommunications giant in Nigeria, currently recruits for the position of a project Manager. And as 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.

MTN Nigeria is recruiting to fill the below position:

Job Title: Product Manager

Location: Lagos

Job Description:

• Review market and internal conditions and contribute to the development of strategies for ES Product and Service Development, demonstrating an understanding of MTNN business strategies and needs of the customer.
• Develop detailed plans in support of approved strategies in respect of ES Propositions and Marketing Relations, organizing required resources, monitoring and periodically reporting progress of plans.
• Lead the product development team and give professional propositions to meet targets for profitability and revenues, as agreed with the GM ES Propositions and Marketing Relations.
• Use market gap analysis and segmentation data on the Nigerian enterprise solutions market to identify opportunities for additional products and services.
• Present compelling business cases for new propositions and products, and demonstrate return on investment.
• Develop new propositions, products and services within the distinct Enterprise Solutions brand and within the wider product and services "master brand" managed by MTN Nigeria Marketing Group.
• Manage the development of new propositions, products and services, to meet agreed cost and quality targets.
• Work with the ES Communications Planning Manager to develop effective product launch communications and process for enterprise solutions propositions, products and services, compatible with MTN Nigeria processes.
• Organise product launch of all new propositions, products and services, and ensure effective implementation and hand-over to the in-life propositions and product management team.
• Work with the Product and Value Pricing Manager, ES Marketing and MTN Finance groups to develop a competitive price to generate agreed margins for all new products and services.
• Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external suppliers to enhance solutions and provide long-term and sustainable service and competitive advantage.
• Routinely track and monitor progress against targets and take appropriate managerial action to ensure targets are met or exceeded.
• Maintain integration of quality management processes within all activities of Propositions and Product Development Group for the allocated strategic accounts.
• Provide sales data, monitor sales performance and trends and generate assessment reports and analysis for management reviews
• Identify training and development needs for product development team members and manage related skills enhancement programmes to ensure enterprise targets are fully met.
• Review performance of individual team members and complete appraisals in accordance with the employee performance appraisal procedures and time schedules.
• Job Conditions: Normal MTNN working conditions May be required to work extended hours
• Reporting To: Senior Manager,ES Product Management

Required Skills/Qualification:

• First degree in a numerate qualification; Economics, Finance, Statistics, Accounting, Engineering or related discipline
• Minimum of 8 years' work experience
• 2 years' experience in a supervisory/ managerial capacity
• Experience in a similar a similar role would be preferable
• Employment Status :
• Permanent

Qualification:

First degree in a numerate qualification; Economics, Finance, Statistics, Accounting, Engineering or related discipline

Application Closing Date

27th March, 2014

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should:

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The U.S. Embassy in Abuja is seeking to employ a suitable and qualified candidate for the Multilateral Liaison Officer position in the PEPFAR Office.

Position Title: Multilateral Liaison Officer, FSN-11/FP-04

Location: Abuja

Basic function of the position:

The incumbent serves as an integral member of the U.S. government PEPFAR team and the PEPFAR Coordination Office and will receive day to day direction from the PEPFAR Coordinator. S/he will work with the other bilateral representatives on the Country Coordinating Mechanism (CCM) and interfacing with the Country Coordinating Secretariat and the Global Fund Principle Recipient, the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA), as well as with the World Bank, Joint United Nations Program on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) and other development partners. In addition, incumbent will also provide technical and programmatic support at the governance level of the CCM and the CCM Secretariat.

To obtain a copy of this announcement please visit our Mission websites at:

http://nigeria.usembassy.gov/hr_office.html

Position Requirements:

NOTE: All applicants MUST address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each criterion or the application will not be considered.

• Graduate degree (Masters) in Public Health, Epidemiology, Social/Behavioral Sciences, or related field is required.
• Minimum of five (5) years work experience managing public health or other social sector programs is required. This includes three (3) years managing an HIV/AIDs program.
• Level IV (fluent) Speaking/Reading/Writing in English is required.
• Expert knowledge of principles, concepts, methods and techniques of public health to analyze, evaluate and provide expert advice and consultation is required.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate both orally and in writing is required.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office, especially Excel is required.

Selection Process

When fully qualified, U.S. Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and U.S. Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.

Additional Selection Criteria

• Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.
• Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
• Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible to apply.
• Currently employed U.S. Citizen EFMs who hold a Family Member Appointment (FMA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment.
• Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment unless currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.

Remuneration 
Salary: Or – Ordinarily Resident–N5,959,341 p.a.(Starting basic salary) Position Grade: FSN-11

In addition to the basic salary, all allowances will be paid in accordance with the Mission Local Compensation Plan.

NOR - Not Ordinarily Resident – AEFM - US$62,378.00, EFM/MOH – US$53,534, (Starting Salary) p.a. Position Grade: FP-04

Application Closing Date:

19th March, 2014

How To Apply

Interested applicants for this position MUST submit the following, or the application will not be considered:

• Application for US Federal Employment (DS-174); or a current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as a DS-174; plus.
• Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application.
• Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
• A type-written and signed application letter specifically applying for this position, and addressing the minimum requirements as advertised. Please reference the job title and announcement number on the application letter.

Submit Application To:

Embassy of the United States of America
Human Resources Office
Plot 1075 Diplomatic Drive
Central District Area
Abuja.
Or submit to: HRNigeria@state.gov

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Oando Plc is currently recruitinf for suitable and qualified individuals for the positions of Systems / Business Risk and Process Audit. We are one of Africa's largest integrated energy solutions providers with a proud heritage. It has a primary listing on the Nigerian Stock Exchange and a secondary listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.With shared values of Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Passion and Professionalism (TRIPP), the Oando Group comprises six companies who are leaders in their market. At Oando, we always on the look out for highly skilled, enthusiastic and dedicated people who can contribute to our continuing success.

Oando Nigeria Limited is recruiting for the position of:

Position Title: Systems / Business Risk and Process Audit Officer

Vacancy Code: SBRAPAO///37638

Department: Finance

Job Summary

The Systems'/Business Risk & Process Officer's primary responsibility is to facilitate the achievement of the Audit function's objectives by participating in the execution of Information Technology (IT), business processes and operations audit projects.

This job incumbent has responsibility for implementing the day-to-day functions of the Systems / Business Risk & Process Audit unit, to achieve objectives consistent with the group's corporate strategy and business goals. This is achieved by conducting periodic and continuous independent assessments of the Information Technology environment, systems and supported business processes.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Execute developed test plans for each engagement to address risk exposures within the company
• Ensure proper documentation of audit work papers, findings and recommendations
• Participate in the execution of audits and ensure efficient and effective execution of annual audit plan.
• Ensure audit reports are timely, accurate, objective and constructive
• Perform detailed systems review and complex analysis using CAATs tools.
• Ensure compliance with audit methodology and provide input to the overall audit methodology.
• Monitor compliance with the laid down policies, processes and procedures.
• Review systems and procedures across all business areas and recommends improvements to existing processes and procedures, where appropriate.
• Attend to day-to-day (unit based) operational issues.
• Conduct confidential investigations on control breaches, as may be necessary from time to time
• Perform other activities as may be assigned by Superiors

Key Performance Indicators

• Quality of audit documentation and work papers
• Timeliness of audit review and investigations
• Quality and timeliness of audit reports and updates
• Number of queries from the regulatory authorities and external audit reports

Qualifications & Experience

• First degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other related area.
• 3 - 5 years audit experience in review of business processes, risks, controls and Information systems.
• Certified Information Systems Auditor will be added advantage
• ACA/ACCA qualification (or equivalent) will be added advantage.

Knowledge & Skills Required

• Knowledge of the Oil & Gas Industry
• Knowledge of business process, risks and Controls
• Knowledge of Oracle ERP applications
• Knowledge of Risk Management and Internal Control Framework
• Proficient in the use of ACL, Microsoft Excel, Access and Word
• Focused and initiative driven
• Passion for delivering an exceptional client service
• Good analytical and organisational abilities
• Proven track record of establishing and maintaining strong relationships with clients
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to take responsibility, work autonomously and use initiative, especially when working to tight deadlines

Application Closing Date

26th March, 2014

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should:

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The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has officially released the Test Centres and Venues of the NIS Recruitment Examination holding in few days.

The federal ministry of interior on Thursday announced that aptitude test for recruitment into the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) will hold Saturday, March 15, 2014 nationwide.

In a statement released in Abuja by the chief press secretary to the minister of interior, Sir Edwin Opara, said recruitment examination for applicants who submitted online applications had been scheduled to hold on Saturday, March 15, 2014 at 7am in all the state capitals and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

LIST OF NIGERIA IMMIGRATION EXAM / TEST / INTERVIEW CENTRES & VENUES NATIONWIDE 

The statement further noted that due to the state of emergency in Adamawa, Borno and Yobe states, alternative arrangements have been made for candidates from those states to take their examination in the following centres:

• Borno applicants should go to Gombe state
• Yobe applicants should go to Bauchi
• Adamawa candidates will write their exams in Jalingo, Taraba

Candidates are expected to take the examination in their preferred states as earlier indicated using the application number as their examination number.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE NIS APTITUDE TEST / EXAM

Candidates are required to come along with their:

1. Acknowledgement Slip
2. ID Card
3. Writing Materials and
4. Clothing suitable for physical exercise.

To confirm the examination venue in your state, please contact the State Command of Nigeria Immigration Service.

LIST OF NIGERIA IMMIGRATION EXAM / TEST / INTERVIEW VENUES  & CENTRES NATIONWIDE 

1.)  Abia - Ibeku High School, Umuahia

2.)  Adamawa - Trade Fair Complex, Jalingo

3.)  Akwa Ibom - Community Commercial School, Uyo

4.)  Anambra - Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka

5.)  Bauchi - Tafawa Balewa Stadium, Bauchi

6.)  Bayelsa - Samson Siasia Stadium, Yenagoa

7.)  Benue - IBB Square, Makurdi

8.)  Borno - Abubakar Umar Stadium, Gombe

9.)  Cross River - Federal Government Girls' College, Calabar

10.)  Delta - Event Centre, Asaba

11.)  Ebonyi - Abakiliki Stadium, Abakiliki

12.)  Edo - Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin City

13.)  Ekiti - Olukayode Stadium, Ado-Ekiti

14.)  Enugu - Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, Enugu

15.)  FCT - National Stadium, Abuja

16.)  Gombe - Abubakar Umar Stadium, Gombe

17.)  Imo - Ahia Ajoku Centre, Owerri

18.)  Jigawa - Government Commercial Secondary School, Dutse

19.)  Kaduna - Murtala Square, Kaduna

20.)  Kano - Sani Abacha Indoor Stadium, Kano

21.)  Katsina - Federal College of Education, Katsina

22.)  Kebbi - Haliru Abdu Stadium, Birnin Kebbi

23.)  Kogi - Township Stadium, Lokoja

24.)  Kwara - University of Illorin Sports Stadium, Illorin

25.)  Lagos - National Stadium, Surulere

26.)  Nasarawa - College of Agriculture, Lafia

27.)  Niger - Government Day Secondary School, Minna

28.)  Ogun - Muda Lawal Stadium, Abeokuta

29.)  Ondo - Nigerian Army Barracks, Akure

30.)  Osun - St. Charles Technical College, Osogbo

31.)  Oyo - Liberty Stadium, Ibadan

32.)  Plateau - Command College, Zaria Road, Jos

33.)  Rivers - Liberation Stadium, Port Harcourt

34.)  Sokoto - Immigration Command and Staff College, Sokoto

35.)  Taraba - Township Stadium, Jalingo

36.)  Yobe - Tafawa Balewa Stadium, Bauchi

37.)  Zamfara - Sambo Gov't Sec. School, Tudun Wada, Gusau

Good luck to all who is going to take it.

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Nigerdock Nigeria Plc currently seeks the services of a suitable and qualified Project Manager. We are a West Africa's leading Oil and Gas construction corporation and has an additional focus on major marine services including offshore and pressure vessels fabrication, ship building and repair, industrial training and specialized Oil & Gas and maritime support. It is strategically located on Snake Island Integrated Free Zone, an impressive industrial free zone facility and port development on an island in the coastal waterway of Lagos, with immediate access to open seas.

Nigerdock has an aggressive investment programme into new plant, equipment and technologies. It is also committed to the training of its workforce and the constant improvement of its systems and procedures

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Project Engineer

Location: Lagos

Job Description

• Candidate would be accountable for the successful completion of Projects, must possess good Knowledge of Planning, Scheduling, Conducting and Coordinating Projects.
• Also, should be able to interface with Project Stakeholders including Client and Contract Technical and Project Teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, review and check all technical specifications and work scopes of Contract documents on the project.
• Identify and process variation orders
• Develop Project execution plan, method statements, fabrication procedures and fabrication sequence.
• Generation of Project Technical Query Request(TQR) and Work method statements.
• Review GA drawings, shop drawings and weld maps.
• Monitor work progress on the fab. shop
• Identify Change orders for deviation.
• Manage internal and external interfaces on the project.
• Review and update work progress with planning team.

Qualification, Experience and Skill

• B.Eng. in any Engineering discipline.
• 5 years minimum, 3 of which must be in Oil & Gas Projects.
• Software: Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office.

Application Closing Date

25th March, 2014

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV's to: projects@nigerdock.com

Note: Please indicate the position for which you are applying.

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