Job for IT specialist/Architect at IBM

IBM is a global technology and innovation company headquartered in Armonk, NY. It is the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, with more than 400,000 employees serving clients in 170 countries. IBM offers a wide range of technology and consulting services; a broad portfolio of middleware for collaboration, predictive analytics, software development and systems management; and the world’s most advanced servers and supercomputers.
Job description
Lab Services IT Specialist /Architect Application Integration Middleware : SWG( Soft ware group)Services specialist with deep skills in one or more of the following areas : SmarCloud Monitoring, SmarCloud APM (Application Performance Monitoring), SmarCloud Transaction monitoring (know as ITCAM) or equivalent product area. Additional skills around End Point LifeCycle management and Storage Management would be an added advantage. The person should have experience performing complex installations, Tuning, troubleshooting, architecture, solutioning, estimation, scoping, implementation, client communication.
The candidates should executed a minimum of one project in any one of the above products or equivalent non IBM Product
Should be willing to travel at short notice, will involve upto 50% travel
Local pay scale
Experience in banking and telco domain will be desirable
Responsible for the solution construction, implementation and systems integration, delivering high quality solutions to clients in response to varying business requirements. Tasks performed include integrating hardware, software, and network solutions. Identify project requirements, developing solution delivery, which may include vendors and subcontractors. Apply their IT Specialist skills in an internal or external customer billable services and implementation environment.
IT Specialist – Technical Solutions Support Specialist
Responsible for the support of solutions, implementation and systems integration, delivering high quality solutions to clients in response to varying business requirements. Tasks performed include integrating hardware, software, and network solutions. Identify project requirements, developing solution delivery, which may include vendors and subcontractors. Apply their IT Specialist skills to support the operation and maintenance of customer solutions.
Responsible for providing IT services in a billable project/engagement or providing technical support in a sales organization.
As an individual contributor or member of a team, performs a technical role in support of the solution construction, implementation, and system integration in a technology/industry specialty or product sales. The IT Specialist assists in delivery of high quality solutions to clients in response to specific business requirements. Develops technical skills and absorbs professional knowledge quickly. Performs assigned technical tasks including study, analysis, programming, product installation. The IT Specialist has specific product, technology, or industry-related specialized skills and works with proposals, requirements, designs, implementations and production projects/engagements. May use tools to analyze and implement portions of a customer solution.
Required

• Bachelor’s Degree
• At least 5 years experience in recognizing problems related to project objectives
• English: Fluent

Preferred

• Master’s Degree

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, s*xual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Mode of Application: Click here to apply

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Jobs at Ojike Okechuckwu Chartered Accountants Limted

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following positions:
1. Accountants 
Location: Lagos
Requirements

• Candidate must possess (ACA) with relevant working experience.
• All candidates must be computer literate.

2. Accounting Officer
Location: Lagos
Requirements

• Candidate must be a newly qualified chartered accountant.
• Candidates must have relevant qualification and experience.
• All candidates must be computer literate.

Mode of Application
Applications and CV should be sent to: careers@ojikeokechukwu.com  within 2 weeks of this publication.

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QN Coordinator at FMC Technologies, Inc.

FMC Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:FTI) is a leading global provider of technology solutions for the energy industry. Named by FORTUNE® Magazine as the World's Most Admired Oil and Gas Equipment, Service Company in 2012, the Company has approximately 18,400 employees and operates 30 production facilities in 16 countries. FMC Technologies designs, manufactures and services technologically sophisticated systems and products such as subsea production and processing systems, surface wellhead systems, high pressure fluid control equipment, measurement solutions, and marine loading systems for the oil and gas industry.
Position: QN Coordinator
Job ID: #50727555
Department:Quality Assurance
Location: Rivers

Responsibilities

• Provides entry level quality assurance/quality control support to the Subsea division related to the implementation and administration of processes including QN’s, SN’s traceability and data analysis (Pareto analysis) in addition to other projects assigned. Communicate with all levels of FMC personnel, as well as external suppliers and organizations. Ability to identify issues and propose solutions through a working knowledge of process improvement and problem solving techniques, some knowledge of root cause analysis process etc. Maintain the ability to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities in a fast paced environment. Becomes proficient in assigned areas and continuously meets or exceeds quality, safety and production targets.

Main Tasks

• Receives request to open QN’s, or SN’s, will determine the cause in contact with Engineering issue and track closing of QN’s; reviews MTR (Material Test Report) and compares to the DBI (Data Base Information) to determine dimension specifications, measurements and tests required to ensure quality and customer satisfaction.
• Reviews materials and reviews MTR (Material Test Report) and compares to the DBI (Data Base Information) to determine dimension specifications, measurements and tests required to ensure quality and customer satisfaction when required to gather for data books. Inspects product in accordance to the requirements of the DBI and sometimes uses micrometers, calipers, indicators, and other measuring devices.
• Verifies inspection results, complete reports and related documentation or data entry in an accurate and timely manner. Reports nonconforming product to the appropriate person.
• Learns to assist in Follow-Up and investigation on CAR’s and Non-Conformance Reports, after training and when required. Records results in an accurate and timely manner.
• Assists MRB (Material Review Board) in resolving problems with non-conformance, after training and when required
• Works in a safe manner and practices good housekeeping in work area and properly disposes of waste according to safety and environmental policies.
• Contributes to team efforts by accomplishing related results in a cooperative and supportive manner
• Keeps abreast of latest trends and technology related to quality functions. Identifies and suggests ways to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the department.

Requirements

• High National diploma or equivalent with 8 years related administrative experience or new graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Science, or a related field with zero to two years professional experience applying fundamental concepts, practices and procedures in quality field.
• Previous internship experience preferred in quality field, but not required. Knowledge/experience in documentation, process flow, and file retrieval and storage systems including hardcopy is a plus.
• Excellent ability to problem solving and handles many diverse tasks simultaneously and works with interruptions and large volume of data and paperwork. Attention to detail required.
• Proficient in relevant software applications, including intermediate program functions in MS
• Office such as word processing, spreadsheets, excel, and other software where applicable such as Micro soft projects. SAP or other related mainframe systems exposure a plus but not required. Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of FMC personnel, as well as external suppliers and organizations.

Mode of Application: Click here to apply
Application Deadline: 14th March, 2014.

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WCS Insulation and Coating Technician at FMC Technologies, Inc.

FMC Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:FTI) is a leading global provider of technology solutions for the energy industry. Named by FORTUNE® Magazine as the World's Most Admired Oil and Gas Equipment, Service Company in 2012, the Company has approximately 18,400 employees and operates 30 production facilities in 16 countries. FMC Technologies designs, manufactures and services technologically sophisticated systems and products such as subsea production and processing systems, surface wellhead systems, high pressure fluid control equipment, measurement solutions, and marine loading systems for the oil and gas industry.
Position: WCS Insulation & Coating Technician
Job ID: #50727496
Location: Rivers
Experience: 1 year(s)
Department: Onne Base Workshop Facility, Onne Port, Nigeria

Responsibilities

• Primary function is to support insulation and touch-up coating activity in the WCS workshop. Under general supervision, performs and assists with activities including but not limited to: preparation of XTs, THDs or FMs for insulation, surface preparation and touch-up coating, coating inspection, application of ‘Novoprime’ adhesive promoter, assembly and prep of fabricated moulds, pouring of insulation, daily operation of insulation pump and daily housekeeping and reporting in the insulation and paint areas.
• Secondary function is to support the Assembly & Test scope in the workshop. During quiet insulation periods, Technician will be expected to assemble and test mechanical assemblies of low complexity, under direct supervision. Continues to train on more advanced/complex assemblies and job scopes as experience level increases.

Main Tasks

• Supports insulation and touch-up coating activity in the WCS workshop
• Completes required test documentation including test reports, failed test reports and Non-Conformance Reports (NCR)
• Ensures work areas in and out of insulation and paint areas are clean and that all tools and equipment are stored away correctly
• Ensures components are cleaned up after assembly according to FMC specifications as well as verbal and written instructions
• Ensures labor details into Labor Tracking System (LTS) for cost tracking purposes
• Ensures material handling equipment are used to move parts and components from one work area to another as required
• Ensures procedures and practices are kept safe for next level
• Assists other Assemblers as assigned in more advanced functions
• Performs all duties in a safe manner and keeps all employees aware of dangers in work area and practices good housekeeping in work area.

Requirements

• Recognised industry standard qualification in paint application or inspection preferred but not required, such as: ICATS/NACE
• Must have at least one year of painting or coating experience.
• HND or OND certificate preferred but not required.
• Must have high school education and a clear understanding of general Mathematics.
• Must have the ability to read, write and comprehend English.
• Must be able to use a personal computer and be familiar with software including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• The ability to interpret engineering drawings as well as a mechanical aptitude are preferred skills.
• Good interpersonal, organizational and problem solving skills are preferred.

Mode of Application: Click here to apply
Application Deadline: 14th March, 2014.

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Jobs for Digital Integration Manager at Philips

Job Title / Department: Digital Integration Manager
Location: West Africa, Ghana
Reports To: Head of Brand and Digital for Africa
Job Description:
Your challenge is to build, protect and promote the Philips Brand in the digital field in West Africa. You will drive the delivery of internal and external online communications.  You will be responsible for supporting the development digital capability and expertise across the business, including cross-sector planning, development and execution. You will also be responsible for executing on all corporate digital properties and assets in Southern Africa, including building the Philips websites.
Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Digital Integration Manager is the central point of contact between global and local stakeholders on digital initiatives.
• The Digital Integration Manager has responsibility for leading the digital cross-discipline coordination and implementation for all counties in Southern Africa.
• Build online competence and awareness in order to expand our online marketing expertise and community engagement, in both B2C and B2B (including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter and other locally relevant online social networking / engagement platforms)
• Connect globally driven online marketing initiatives with local activities and market preferences. Act “Glocal” (global-local). The aim is an experience designed around the local user.
• Lead a local network of marketing professionals in an effective Local DLT (digital leadership team) who develop and execute local digital integrated campaigns and assets.
• Plan and activate local online master brand communications and campaigns
• Supports the development and execution of digital strategy, by translating global corporate/sector strategy into a competitive local organizational blueprint and action plan.
• Implement, interpret and analyze critical online KPIs (NPS, UGCR, WSR, Traffic) and take action in order to meet country/cluster targets for performance improvement.
• Look for efficiencies across core Digital Marketing capabilities, including social media, SEO and advertising, ensuring high levels of ROI
• Deliver an excellent brand experience by improving the quality level of the local integrated online presence and ensure a consistent approach to country websites, campaigns, online sales and external online activities.

Education & practical experience

• Bachelor degree in
• 5-7 years’ work experience in an international digital marketing environment
• High energy, creative and committed to building key relationships to positively influence business results
• Proven success in managing agency partnerships, as well as successfully managing internal and external stakeholders; mobilizing a diverse virtual team

Personal attributes

• Self-starter
• High level of integrity
• Disciplined and conscious of meeting deadlines (month end turnaround times are very tight)
• Team player
• Good communicator
• Assertive
• Leadership skills
• Easily adapt to change
• Hard worker and dedicated

External candidate disclosure

• Preference will be given to candidates with the eligibility and right to work in Ghana

Mode of Application: Click here to apply

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Jobs at Nigeria Institute of Planning

Vacancies exist for the following positions in a professional institute based in Lagos.

1. Secretary/Front Desk Officer
Requirements

• BSc or HND in Secretarial Studies with good speaking/writing skills and must be computer literate.
• 5 years working experience is required.
   

2. Driver
Requirements

• W.A.S.C. or S.S.C.E.
• Applicant must possess a valid driver's license.
• 5 years working experience.

Mode of Application
Qualified candidates should send their application letters and Curriculum Vitae within two weeks of this publication to:

The President,
Institute of Planning, Nigeria
PO Box, 22237,
Ikeja,
Lagos.

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Head of Finance at Cishan Nigeria

Cishan Nigeria is inviting applications from suitably qualified individuals for the following position:

Position: Head of Finance
Experience: 6year(s)
Responsibilities

• Prepare and track budget, liability, and capital accounts and monitor financial status of both CiSHAN and her sub-sub-recipients.
• Effectively control income, cash flow and manage fund disbursements (Payment vouchers, cheques, and other banking transactions).
• Ensure compliance with internal control, risk management measures and adherence to donors' financial policies and procedures.
• Prepare accurate and timely bank reconciliation statements, accounts payable, and account receivables, balance sheet and other reports for submission to donors/prime, management and, internal and external auditors.
• Efficiently manage payroll and monthly local statutory returns such as PAYE/taxes, Pensions, etc.
• Coordinate activities of accounting staff and provide necessary mentoring to subordinates.
• Work closely with program team and support other staff for effective operation of CiSHAN and project activities.
• Coordinate the grant management (disbursement, review of financial reports, monitoring visits and mentoring of the Sub-sub-recipients)
• Ensure proper record keeping and manage data base backups.

Qualifications

• A minimum of HND/B.Sc. degree in Accounting and ICAN, ACA, ACCA, or CPA.
• Must also have at least 6 years working experience with Non-Governmental organizations in a similar position, high skills in QuickBooks, Microsoft excel words and power point, good knowledge of internal control systems, financial audit processes and accounting procedures for Global Fund funded projects.
• Good knowledge of accrual based accounting and International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) is essential.

Mode of Application

Applicants should send a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae and cover letter in a single Microsoft Word attachment to recruitment@cishannigeria.org  explaining their suitability for the job.
Application Deadline: 10th March, 2014.

Note
Please indicate the title of the position applied for in the subject line of the email.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Applicants are advised to provide their functional emails/mobile phone numbers on the application letter as well as three professional referees (i.e. from present and former employers).
For every agency or organization that you have worked for, please indicate the name of your supervisor, his/her functional email adress and functional telephone numbers. 

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Job Vacancy for Architect at AEC Group

We are looking for a self-motivated, organized team player with good communication skills and a positive attitude who will work using own initiative in the creation of Architectural 2D/3D documentation drawings, details and sketches, for construction projects using Revit Architecture and AutoCAD.
Position: Architect
Location: Lagos
Experience: 1 year(s)
JOB DESCRIPTION

• Creating building designs and highly detailed drawings by using specialist BIM (Building Information Modelling) & Computer Aided Design (CAD) applications such as Revit Architecture and AutoCAD.
• Working closely with a team of other professionals such as building service engineers, construction managers, quantity surveyors and contractors.
• Preparation of project proposals, Writing and presenting project reports including site minute reports.
• Determining the materials to be used and specifying the requirements for the projects.
• Adapting new plans according to circumstances and resolving any related problems that may arise during  construction.
• Making sure the project is running according to schedule and budget.
• Playing a part in project and team management.
• Travelling regularly to building sites, proposed locations and client meeting.

KEY SKILLS

• Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
• High levels of creativity, imagination and vision.
• A keen interest in the built environment and the dedication to see projects to their conclusions.
• Willingness to work long hours, under time and budget pressure.
• Strong design skills and an open mind to learn.
• An analytical mind with problem-solving ability.
• Organisation, project management and planning skills including the ability to juggle multiple tasks.

SOFTWARE COMPETENCIES

• Revit  Architecture, AutoCAD,  3D MAX, Microsoft Office Suite- MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Project. Knowledge of CorelDraw will be added advantage.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in Architecture is preferred.
• Please note that emphasis is on acquired skills, competency and work attitude.
• Knowledge of construction detailing with emphasis on end to end delivery.

Mode of Application
Interested candidates should forward their CV to info@aecgroup.org
Application Deadline: 14th March 2014.

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Regional Security Coordinator at 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 recognizable.
 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: Regional Security Coordinator
Division: Finance
Location: Kano
Employment Status : Permanent
Reporting To:     Regional Security Manager
Location: Kano
Experience: 4year(s)

Job Description: 

• Implement security policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) developed by the National Office in the region.
• Ensure that all incidents are investigated and reported to the Regional Security Manager in line with approved procedures.  
• Prepare analytical and statistical reports on operations and activities.
• Conduct security survey of critical facilities to determine level of security threat and exposure.
• Respond to inquiries, investigate and resolve security related problems. 
• Prioritize, assign, supervise, review the work and monitor performance of staff responsible for patrol services.
• Participate in the selection of patrol staff, staff training, coaching and mentoring and work with employees to implement discipline procedures and execute tasks according to approved guidelines and procedures.
• Conduct security briefings and security awareness to security staff and MTNN staff respectively. 

Job Conditions: Normal MTNN working conditions May be required to work extended hours and weekends

Required Skills:

• First degree or equivalent. Candidates with less qualification but with proven track record of achievements in supervising Security personnel in a multinational environment may be considered.
• Formal training in Security Supervision and Coordination
• Supervisory experience in multinational security operations.
• 4 years experience as Security supervisor in corporate security environment
• And Record of accomplishment in security management

Qualification: 

• First degree or equivalent. Candidates with less qualification but with proven track record of achievements in supervising Security personnel in a multinational environment may be considered.

Mode of Application: Click here to apply
Application Deadline: 13 March, 2014

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