RESTRAL NIGERIA NEEDS HEAD OPERATIONS AND ADMINISTRATION

HEAD OPERATIONS AND ADMINISTRATION

DESCRIPTION
The successful candidate will be responsible for successfully managing several business units in the organizations. Areas of focus will include:
Strategy formulation & Implementation
Operational Management
People management


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
Excellent people management track record – ample evidence of people development, coaching, mentoring and diversity management capabilities
Understanding & Experience of Insurance claims management

QUALIFICATIONS
Member of a recognized body / institute of insurers
Bachelors Degree from a reputable university
MBA would be added advantage
Proven track record in managing multi disciplinary teams

EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 8 years of work experience, particularly in an operations related field
Minimum of 5 years of prior work experience should be in an insurance company
Minimum of 3 years of work experience in a senior management role


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CRESCENT UNIVERSITY RECRUITING

CRESCENT UNIVERSITY, ABEOKUTA
www.crescentversity.edu.ng/cicot/cicot.html

Internal and External Advertisement for the Post of:
VICE-CHANCELLOR
DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR AND
UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN

PREAMBLE
In consonance with Crescent University Law the Governing Council wishes to appoint a Vice-Chancellor and Deputy Vice-Chancellor effective from 3rd January, 2011.


THE INSTITUTION
Crescent University, Abeokuta was established in 2005 by the enabling, Law of Fe de rat Republic of Nigeria for the advancement of learning AND establishment of academic excellence. The University caters for students enrolled in full-time levels.

A summation of CUA objectives, is given, as to create opportunities for deserving candidates to further their education by providing programmes of studies that will give them skills, which will enable them develop their full potentials, AND make them well-rounded scholars imbued with the fear of God, AND useful members of the Society. Crescent University Abeokuta is also poised to, meet the specific manpower needs of Ogun State, as well as, undertake any other activities, appropriate for a University of the highest standard.

Crescent University Abeokuta is reputed far high standards, which it has maintained o.ver the years. The University Abeokuta has accreditation of the National Universities Commission.

The University has also over the years, maintained a consistent level of excellence in various disciplines in Natural and Applied Sciences, Information and Communication Technology as well as Social and Management Sciences.

THE JOB
The Enabling Law of Crescent University Abeokuta provides that the Vice-Chancellor shall:
Exercise general supervision over the University;
Have a general responsibility to the Council, for maintaining AND promoting the efficiency AND good order of the University;
Ensure that the provision of the Statutes AND Regulations are observed;
Be a member of Council;
Be the Chairman of the University Senate which is the highest decision making body for all Academic matters (i.e. students’ admissions, examinations AND graduation, establishment of new Academic programmes etc] in the University; AND.
Have responsibility for maintaining discipline in the University.
The Job demands a person who can harness limited financial resources to full effect, in running the University AND who is able to attract grants from financing bodies, especially International Donor Agencies. The Candidate should be able to cope adequately with varying needs of staff AND students AND emerging contemporary problems, especially those that are related to social life of students, in an increasingly dynamic AND Urban University.

THE POST OF VICE-CHANCELLOR
The Vice-Chancellor is a Principal Officer, as well as the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Academic Officer AND Chief image Maker of the University.
The Vice-Chancellor will, therefore, be expected to have a deep understanding of the terrain AND operations of tile University, AND provide Strategic Vision AND Leadership, to propel Crescent University, Abeokuta, Ogun State as a foremost University in Nigeria, with worldwide recognition. The Vice-Chancellor will have to play a pivotal role, in taking Crescent University to higher pedestal.

THE CANDIDATE
It will be the duty of the Vice-Chancellor to ensure that standard does NOT fall in ALL Academic programmes especially in programmes in which the University is highly reputed.
AND also that relatively new programmes attain enviable standards, such that ACCREDITATION granted to Academic programmes are sustained
The criteria to be met by candidate for the post of Vice-Chancellor of Crescent University, Abeokuta are that the candidate:
Should hold a Doctorate Degree AND should be an experienced Professor with several years of Teaching AND Research in a University or Institution of comparable status;
Should command high intellectual respect of his colleagues;
Must have a proven track record of University Administration AND Management, as well as proven evidence of Leadership qualities;
Must be a Visionary Leader, capable of leading and inspiring a spiritually upright University community and moving the University into prominence;
Must have National AND International exposure beyond Academics AND be a distinguished world-class personality;
Must be a go – getter AND Must see fund-raising as a major strategy, for sustaining the autonomy of the University.

TENURE
The appointment is for a TERM Of four [4] Years AND RENEWABLE for a second term of four [4] Years ONLY.

REMUNERATION
Remuneration for the Vice-Chancellor includes a consolidated salary, housing facility AND other benefits AND allowances, that apply to Vice- Chancellors in Nigerian Universities.

THE POST OF THE DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (DVC) is to assist the Vice-Chancellor (VC) in the day-to-day management of the University. The DVC shall act in place of the VC when the office of the VC is vacant or if the VC is, for any reason (including ill-health and other matters occasioning absence from the precincts of the University) unable to perform his functions as the Vice-Chancellor.

THE PERSON
The criteria to be met by candidate for the post of Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Crescent University, Abeokuta are that the candidate:
Should hold a Doctorate Degree AND should be an experienced Professor with several years of Teaching AND Research in a University, or Institution of comparable status;
Should command high intellectual respect of his colleagues;
Must have It proven track record of University Administration AND Management, as well as proven evidence, of Leadership qualities;
Must be a Visionary Leader, capable of leading and inspiring a spiritually upright University community and moving the University into prominence;
Must have National AND International exposure beyond Academics AND be a distinguished world-class personality;
Must be a go – getter AND Must see fund-raising as a major strategy, for sustaining the autonomy of the University.

THE POSITION UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN
The University Librarian shall be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the administration of the University Library and co-ordination of management of the Library Services in the University

THE PERSON
The suitable applicant should be highly knowledgeable and experienced in the management of library systems of higher institutions especially the University. Such person should be visionary, innovative, have capacity for their work and be ready to expeditiously deliver results. The University Librarian should possess require skills to manage and further develop an ICT oriented Library,

QUALIFICATION
Applicants should possess a good doctorate degree and at least 10 years post qualification experience in a university Library or related or relevant institution 5 of which must be in a higher management positions.

CONDITION OF SERVICE
Appointment is for a TERM of four [4] Years, AND RENEWABLE for a second term of four [4] Years ONLY

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Candidates should apply with fifteen [15] copies, of their detailed Curriculum Vitae [CV], providing information on the following:
Full Name
Place AND Date of Birth.
MARITAL STATUS: Number AND Ages of Children.
Academic qualifications [degrees with classes: copies of certificates to be enclosed].
Teaching, Research, Administrative AND Managerial experience
Academic Distinctions.
Membership of Academic AND Professional Bodies
Scholarly Publications [well referenced].
Vision for the University in the next four [4J Years. [NOT more than 1000 words OR a minimum of 600 words]. (Applicable only to the VC)
Names AND Addresses of three [3] Referees, who should be able to attest to the candidate’s standing and abilities academically, AND managerially, as well as morals, character AND integrity.

Submission of Application
ALL applications are to be submitted under Confidential COVER, AND addressed to:

The Registrar AND Secretary to Council
Registrar’s Office, Administration Block II
Crescent University
Abeokuta Ogun State

SHORT LISTED CANDIDATES
Short listed candidates will be required to make themselves available for interview, with the Joint Council AND Senate Selection Committee, at a DATE that will be duly AND formally conveyed to such candidates in writing.

SIGNED:
BARRISTER A. Z.AJIROLA
Registrar and Secretary To Council Crescent University, Abeokuta

Application closes 20th December, 2010.

JOB VACANCY WITH GOLDEN CONSULT

Golden Consults is recruiting FREELY for a multinational company A company into Business Development, Branding & Packaging, Human Resources and Intellectual Development e.t.c.

The company is in need of BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT OFFICERS. (This is not a marketing job). Therefore, if you have the following qualities
:

1. Effective Communication Skills
2. Result and Ideas Oriented
3. Ability to create leverage
4. Team work

Benefits include: salary, huge profit on turnover, international travel opportunity, personal development and opportunity for advancement.

TO APPLY
Interested applicants should send name, qualification, location and phone number to:
Recruitment Officer: 08134557586 FOR interview venue and briefing

LAGOS RESIDENTS ONLY

Kimberley Ryan Nigeria Needs Office Administrator

Kimberley Ryan Nigeria Recruiting for Office Administrator

REF: OA1
JOB TITLE: OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
REPORTS TO: N/A

ACCOUNTABILITY
Contract Management – IT, Courier, Telecommunications, Insurance, etc
HR Management – Liaising with the CM to draw up training plans , leave schedules etc
Bank Liaison Officer – Collection of bank statements , etc
Inventory management: Merchandise and promotional material from HQ and within Office, Stationery / office supplies etc.
Logistics Management – Procurement of travel tickets , booking of accommodation,
Events management – Assisting office in the panning of events.
Invoice settlements
Handle routine student queries
Offer direct support to the Student Support, Members Services Coordinator in the discharge of their duties
Office procurement and supplies

WORK EXPERIENCE
At least 3 years experience in an administrative role
Experienced in working within an education, administration or marketing environment (minimum 3 years)

REQUIREMENTS: Degree level education. Please send resume to mfon.essien@kimberly-ryan.net (use job title as subject)

COMPETENCIES
Customer focused and self-motivated
Able to multitask and remain calm under pressure
PC literate with excellent skills in MS word, Project and excel
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Willing to travel throughout Nigeria

CLOSING DATE: December 31, 2010

SystemSpecs Job: Vacancy for Project Managers

Project Managers Job Vacancies at SystemSpecs Limited.

SystemSpecs Nigeria Limited is one of the most exciting places to work in Nigeria. In 19 years of our existence, we have become a reference point in the Nigerian IT industry as Nigeria’s leading software house.
We are on our way to becoming Africa’s software institution of reference and are seeking the right people to ride with us.

Career High Drive, Like to Ride with us?

If you…

* Have a very positive outlook to life
* Listen quite well and positively relate with colleagues
* Have a good analytical mind
* Are familiar with current IT trends and can make use of IT.

Current Available Position:
Job Title: Project Managers

Responsibilities
To lead project planning sessions with our clients with a view to agreeing on project scope, resource allocation and meeting set deliverables within agreed timelines,
quality and cost estimation.
Qualification:
Minimum of Bachelor degree / HND in Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Statistics or other related disciplines. Professional qualifications in service
management and project management.

Experience
A minimum of 7 years in consulting and customer-facing project and/or service management roles. Experience in leading technical teams in business and financial software implementation environments.

Specific Requirements
Ability to effectively manage assigned resources, including providing leadership and timely feedback on their varied activities
Track record of delivering projects within agreed timescales, to a high quality, and expending the least cost
Good knowledge of business software implementation e.g. SunSystems, SAP, CRM or HCM applications will be an advantage
Good working knowledge of project management methodology and tools
Ability to build and sustain mutually beneficial relationships at all levels of customer organization

Application Deadline: 15th December, 2010

Method of Application
Click here to apply online

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INEC Adhoc Staff Recruitment

INEC Adhoc Staff Recruitment 2010

INEC is currently accepting applications from qualified NYSC members, final year university students and those previously engaged by the commission (as adhoc staff) that will be engaged to help ensure a successful voter registration and election exercise.

A web-based databank has been created to accept applications. All interested applicants are requested to first register and then follow instructions to fill out the application form.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Access the INEC Adhoc Staff Databank

2. Click on REGISTER

3. Follow instructions

Please note that you will be required to provide your bank account sort code in order to successfully complete your registration.

Click HERE to access the INEC Adhoc Staff Databank.

Should you encounter any issues, please click here to receive support.

Thank you.

ICPC Recruitment 2010 List of Shortlisted Candidates List is out!

ICPC Recruitment List of Shortlisted Candidates List is out!

The list of shortlisted candidates for the ICPC Recruitment Test has been released. The tests will be held in various batches between the 18th and 19th of December 2010 in Abuja. Shortlisted candidates were sent an SMS alert.

Test Center Details:

The Auditorium,
Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission (ICPC)
Headquarters
Plot 802, Zone A9
Constitution Avenue,
Abuja.

* Applicants must be at the test center one (1) hour before their scheduled time for registration.
* All applicants are required to bring the following items with them to the test center:
1. Photo Identification (Driver’s License, National ID card, International Passport)
2. Copy of NYSC Discharge certificate or proof of exemption.
3. All Credientials; CV, Statement of Result or Certificates of Degrees obtained.
4. Blue pen.

Click here for the complete list of Shortlisted Candidates for ICPC Recruitment 2010

(Hint: Note that there are 43 pages in all and the names are arranged in alphabetical order. Use the links at the bottom to go from page to page. Good luck!

OAU (Obafemi Awolowo University) Vacancy for Vice Chancellor

OAU (Obafemi Awolowo University) Vacancy for Vice Chancellor

THE POST
The VICE-CHANCELLOR of the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria will become vacant by June 24, 2011. In accordance with the Universities (Miscellaneous Provisions) Amendment Act, 2003 which amended the Universities Miscellaneous Provisions Act (Decree No.11 of 1993 (as amended by Decree No 25 of 1996), the Governing Council of the Obafemi Awolowo University, lIe-lfe wishes to commence the process for the appointment of a new Vice-Chancellor for the University. Consequently, applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates for the position. Interested applicants are requested to note the following information:

THE UNIVERSITY
The Obafemi Awolowo University, lIe-lfe, is a comprehensive public institution established in 1962 as the University of Ife by the government of the then Western Region-of Nigeria. In August 1975, the Federal Government of Nigeria took over the University and in 1987 renamed it after Chief Obafemi Awolowo, a frontline Nigerian Statesman and one of the University’s founding fathers. The University is situated on a vast expanse of land totaling 11,350 hectares of land in lIe-lfe, Osun State, Southwest of Nigeria.
The Vision of the founders of the University was to establish an institution dedicated to the promotion of learning and culture. The aim was to create an institution for developing a cadre of high level manpower, qualified in various fields. The focus was on the development of teaching and research facilities that can be used to provide solutions to problems of national development.
In the 19708 and early 19805, the University attained a foremost position among Universities in Africa, with a vibrant academic and social atmosphere and a high international reputation. It made significant advances in research resulting in a number of appreciable achievements such as:

Documenting the chemotherapeutic effect of fagara xanthozyloides on sickle cell anaemia
Invention of locally useful machines such as yam pounding machine, cowpea sheller, palm oil digester and mechanical cassava pulverizes/sifter and fryer.
Development of appropriate post-harvest agro-processing technologies.
Development of early planting and high yielding hybrid, insect and crack resistant varieties of maize, cowpea (Ife Brown) and tomatoes Ife Plum series).
Development of software for university administration and records.
Resurrection and modernization of traditional bronze-casting technology.

In Nigeria the Obafomi Awolowo University is a leading tertiary institution. It has produced, among its staff, a Nobel Laureate, five Nigerian National Merit Award Winners and it has also pioneered kidney transplant in Nigeria. The Students of Obafemi Awolowo University, lIe-lfe, have also excelled in national and international competitions. From an enrolment figure of 244 at inception in 1962. OAU, as at 2009/2010 session, had a total student enrolment (undergraduate and postgraduate) of 31,945. The University which took off with 94 members of staff now has a staff profile of 1,372 full-time academic staff, 1,662 Senior Administrative and Technical Staff and 1,072 Junior Staff.

The University has strong undergraduate and postgraduate programmes organized in 13 Faculties of Administration, Agriculture, Arts, Education, Environmental Design and Management, Law, Pharmacy, Social Sciences, Technology, Basic Medical Sciences, Clinical Sciences, and Dentistry. There are, in addition, 2 Colleges; these are the College of Health Sciences and Postgraduate College. There are 103 academic Departments and Units as well as 7 specialized Centres and Institutes. The University also plays host to a number of national and United Nations Agencies including the following;
Centre for Energy Research and Development (CERD)
Cooperative Information Network (COPINE)
National Centre for Technology Management (NACETEIV1) Regional Centre for Training in Aerospace Surveys (RECTAS)
African Regional Centre for Space Science and Technology Education English (ARCSSTE-E)
The Centre for Distance Learning (CDL) and the Information Technology and Communications Unit (INTECU) provide, through emerging network technologies, quality distance learning opportunities that make it possible for remote learners to enroll in on-line part-time professional and academic programmes.
The University has one of the most beautiful campuses, which is a delight to visiting students and scholars. The campus comprises the central core comprising the University Hall, Faculties and Lecture Theatres: a student residential area comprising 10 Halls of Residence; the staff quarters on a large estate and a Teaching and Research Farm. The University is largely e-compliant with an Internet and e-mail facility. All the academic departments, the University Library and key units of the Registry and Bursary are fully computerized. The University also has a nationally acclaimed Central Science Laboratory that provides the state-of-the-art equipment for research.

The Obafemi Awolowo University is, therefore, a truly complex organization which is administered through the committee system; where all committees report either to Council, the Senate or the Vice-Chancellor. In order to carry out its core functions of Teaching, Research and Community Service, the University provides to a large extent municipal facilities of water supply through its Opa Dam and electricity through the national grid and some electricity generating sets. It also provides health facilities and security services to its staff and students and the estate at large. Staff salaries and other emoluments are above six (6) billion ‘naira annually, The University has a virile Alumni Association with branches across Nigeria and in the Diaspora and they are passionate for the growth and development of the University, The activities of the Great Ife Alumni Association are coordinated through the University’s Advancement Office. The University has, in its close to fifty years of existence, been contributing to the socio-political, economic and cultural development of Nigeria.

THE POSITION
The Vice-Chancellor is the Principal Academic and Executive Officer of the University and ex-officio Chairman of the Senate and Member of Council. He shall exercise general supervision over the University and shall have general responsibility to Council for maintaining and promoting the efficiency and good order of the University, and it shall be the duty of the Vice-Chancellor to see that the provisions of the Law and Statute, Ordinances and Regulations of the University are observed, and he may exercise such powers as may be necessary or expedient of that purpose.

THE CANDIDATE
The person for the post of Vice-Chancellor of Obafemi Awolowo University, lIe-lfe, is required to possess a good University education of a recognized University and should be a proven manager of human and material resources. Specifically, the candidate shall be expected to be a highly distinguished scholar of the rank of Professor of not less than ten (10) years experience on that rank, with ability to provide academic and administrative leadership for the University Community; .
Be able to command the respect of the national and international academic communities through his/her track records;
Possess a clear vision for the development of the University and the realization of its mission;
Demonstrate interpersonal and team building skills and possess the ability to strengthen the bridges between staff, students, other members of the University community and the University’s stake holders:
Exhibit entrepreneurial drive and ability to attract much needed funds and mobilize other resources for the development of the University;
Enjoy excellent physical and mental health; and
Have demonstrable ability to establish and maintain partnerships with local and international governmental and non-governmental agencies.
Terms and Conditions of Service Applicable To the Post
The Vice-Chancellor shall hold office for a single term of five (5) years only on such terms and conditions as may be specified in the letter of appointment. The remuneration and other conditions of service as are-applicable to the post of Vice-Chancellor in all Nigerian Federal, Universities and as may be determined by the Government/Governing Council of the University as appropriate.

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Each application should be made in thirty (30) copies and be accompanied by thirty (30) copies of the candidate’s curriculum vitae duly signed and dated. The curriculum vitae must contain details of the candidate’s names in full, age, marital status, educational attainment, nationality, professional and academic achievements.
Each application should include the names and addresses of three (3) referees. Each Referee must be contacted by the applicant to forward, direct to the Registrar, a confidential report on the candidate’s character, academic and managerial competences in a properly sealed envelope marked Post of Vice-Chancellor:
Referee’s Report at the top left hand corner of the envelope.
Each application must be accompanied by thirty (30) copies of statement of the candidate’s Vision for the University in the twenty first century.
In the case of candidates identified by the Search Team, the application shall conform to the requirements in (i) to (iii) above, and in addition, the candidate shall present a letter of consent duly signed by him/her along with the application.

TO APPLY
All applications shall be submitted under confidential cover and addressed to:
The Registrar and Secretary to Council, Obafemi Awolowo University, lIe.lfe.
The sealed envelope(s) containing the applications or nominations should be marked Post of Vice-Chancellor at the top left hand corner and forwarded to reach the Registrar and Secretary to Council.

candidates should please note that only those who are shortlisted will be contacted further.

Signed:

Ayorinde O. Ogunruku
Registrar and Secretary to Council

Not later than 31st December, 2010.