AFP is the world’s oldest established news agency, founded in 1835 by Charles-Louis Havas, the father of global journalism.

The AFP team is more than 2000 employees worldwide. Agence France-Presse produces each day 400,000 - 600,000 words in text, 1000 photos and 50 news graphics.

AFP is now recruiting for a Commercial Representative for Nigeria.

Requirements

Stationed at AFP bureau in Lagos and reporting to Paris Commercial Director and Lagos Bureau Chief
Basic knowledge of French language a plus;
Strong sales management experience (5 year min) in media sector required and Sales Management diploma preferred;
Experience in working commercially;
Experience in media environment in editorial position and Knowledge of the mobile market a plus;
Good negotiation skill across all levels and firm understanding of all news media types. Must be able to prepare and present commercial budget and sales forecasts.
Responsibilities

Responsible for all AFP sales and sales management functions in Nigeria/Cameroon/Ghana/Sierra leone/Liberia;
Manages client portfolio/Plans actions/ Reports/ Budgets;
Prospects/sells/Represents the Agency/ Present the products/ Gives feedback;
Creation of prospect lists/ Managing key accounts/ Media research;
Requesting, suggesting new media news products;
Controls all client contact/ Administers mission orders and expenses;
Studies markets/defines commercial offer (Products and prices/sales support)
Interface between Technique, Production and Sales Departments
Analyzes results (turnover and products)/ Plans commercial actions;
Validates contract renewals/ Action planning;
Market studies and reports/ Media networking / PR to clients;
Promotion of AFP brand/ finalising regional rates and pricing structure;
Final contract negotiation / Drafting legal contracts.
Only qualified candidates need to apply. Candidates must possess all the skills listed in the job details. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Please send detailed CV (with current salary) to okechukwu.ofoegbu@afp.com


Meridian Technologies Ltd is a mega IT Training Company representing Aptech Computer Education in Lagos.

It is an authorized Oracle University partner, a Cisco Networking Academy, Microsoft partner, CompTIA member and has authorized Prometric and Vue testing centres.

Meridian Technologies has been a pioneer in delivering training on Oracle Technologies and has been training students on the following Oracle courses :

1. Oracle E-Business Suite 11i Financials Certified Professional Consultant
2. Oracle 11g Database Administrator Certified Professional
3. Oracle 10g Database Administrator Certified Professional
4. Oracle Enterprise Linux Administrator Certified Professional

It seeks qualified candidates for key positions for Oracle University courses :

Oracle Trainers

Computer Science / Accounting Graduates with NYSC discharged certificate and OCP certification in the following Oracle technologies should apply:

i) Oracle E-Business Suite 11i Financials : The candidate should have good knowledge of the following modules :
a) 11i e Business Suite Essentials for Implementers
b) 11i Financial Applications Overview
c) 11i General Ledger Management Fundamentals
d) 11i Payables and/or Receivables Fundamentals
The candidate should also hold certifications in 11i General Ledger Management Fundamentals (IZO-211) and 11i Payables and/or Receivables Fundamentals (IZO-212 and/or IZO-213)

ii) Oracle Database 11g : The candidate should be a qualified OCP in Oracle Databse 11g. Candidates who are OCP in Database 10g and upgrading on Database 11g shortly may also apply.

iii) Oracle Enterprise Linux : Candidates should possess the Enterprise Linux Certified Administrator credential and demonstrate a high level of proficiency with Enterprise Linux system administration. Additional certifications in Oracle Database 10g and other IT technologies will be prefered. Experience in linux environment and 1 – 3 years of IT training experience will be an advantage.

Candidates must be dynamic, technically oriented, possess excellent communication skills and be willing to work on weekends.

As position is based in Lagos, so candidates from Lagos would be given preference.

Interested candidates should apply with their CV and passport photograph to oracle@meridian-nigeria.com

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