Equal Opportunity and Diversity
The British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and is keen to reflect the diversity of UK society at every level within the organisation.
We welcome applications from all sections of the community.We also offer application packs in the following formats: large print, Braille, computer disk or audio tape.
We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.We are the UK's international organisation for educational opportunities and cultural relations. We are registered in England as a charity.
Nigeria - Job Vacancies
The British Council has the following range of posts that are available in Lagos and Abuja.
1.Director Diversity, Performance and Evaluation - Abuja
Job Aim
To lead, develop and implement BC Nigeria's reponse to diversity, performance and evaluation.
To work as one of the strategic leaders of BC Nigeria in helping to determine strategy and direction of our overall operations.
To contribute to regional working and to ensure that BC Nigeria is a high performing operation.
To model the leadership and principles of this post.
2.Professional Development Portfolio Manager - Lagos
Job Aim
To contribute to the achievement of British Council objectives through effective and efficient development, planning, management, delivery and evaluation of professional development portfolio.
To contribute to the the development of BC Nigeria as an innvoative and high performing country operation.
To model the values and principles of an integrated operation and to ensure that we are aligned with the BC regional and global priorities.
To actively engage with and support regional developments.
3.Finance Support Officer - Lagos
Job Aim
To support the delivery of the financial and business processes, systems and procedures before during and after the implementation of FABS(SAP) in July 2008.
How to apply
Please download and read through the job descriptions:
Job Description for Director Diversity, Performance and Evaluation - Abuja
Job Description for Professional Development Portfolio Manager - Lagos
Job Description for Finance Support Officer - Lagos
Fill in the application form . Use the links on the left colunm of this page to access the competency dictionary and other relevant documents that will guide you in filling the form.
Completed application forms must be submitted via e-mail to the following addresses:
Director Diversity, Performance and Evaluation - amir.ramzan@ng.britishcouncil.org and Eposts@ng.britishcouncil.org
Professional Development Portfolio Manager - Fposts@ng.britishcouncil.org
Finance Support Officer - Hposts@ng.britishcouncil.org
Deadline for all applications
10am, 16 June 2009.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered. Telephone applications and enquiries will also not be accepted. Please apply using the materials on the website. We are unable to process applications that do not conform to the required format, and we will not accept curricula vitae or handwritten applications
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TECHNICAL DEPARTMENT VACANCIES
- Technical Director 
- Team Leader Oil and Gas 
- Team Leader Solid Minerals 
- Team Leader Audit 
- Remediation Officer
- Financial Analyst
- Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
- Petroleum Analyst
- Policy Analyst
- Solid Minerals Analyst
- Remediation Analyst   
  COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT VACANCIES
- Director Communications 
- Outreach Team Leader
- Brand Team Leader
- Public Information Officer
- Media Relations Officer
- Government Relations Officer
- Civil Society Liason Officer
- Publication Officer   
  EXECUTIVE SECRETARY DEPARTMENT VACANCIES
- Secretariat Secretary and Legal Officer
- Legal Officer
- Executive Assistant
- Internal Auditor
- Resourse Disbursement Team Leader
- Resourse Disbursement Officer   
FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT VACANCIES
- Director Finance and Administration 
- Human Resourses and Admin Team Leader 
- Accounts Team Leader 
- Procurement Officer 
- ICT Admin Officer
- HR Officer
- Accounts Officer
- Logistics Officer
- Budget Officer
- Clerical Officer
- Office Assistant   
Method of Application: Interested candidates should access the secretariat's website at www.neiti.org.ng to read through positions'detailed job descriptions and forward their detailed resume using the title of the position they are applying for as the subject of the mail on or before Friday, 10th July 2009, to the relevant email address as indicated below;
Technical Department Vacancies, send your email to;technicalvacancies@neiti.org.ng
Communication Department Vacancies, send your email to; communicationvacancies@neiti.org.ng
Executive Secretary Department Vacancies, send your email to; executivesecretaryvacancies@neiti.org.ng
Finance and Admin Department Vacancies, send your email to; financeandadminvacancies@neiti.org.ng
Please note that only application submitted in this format will be accepted and treated
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Nigeria Vacancies: SERVICE DELIVERY MANAGER (SDM) – NIGERIA

Oracle NG Vacancy
SERVICE DELIVERY MANAGER (SDM) – NIGERIA
Business Area Support
Country Nigeria
Job Reference RI/201061/W
Role Purpose:
To develop and manage the Oracle Support relationship with designated account(s) throughout the engagement in order to maximise the customers' use of Support Services, drive high degree of satisfaction and referenceability, and to protect and enhance Support revenue streams. Customers based in Nigeria.SCOPE:
· Manages designated account(s) in Nigeria, and works to objectives, as directed by OSS line manager
· Manage the overall service delivery from OSS into the account and, in some circumstances, from other lines of business and/or partners
· Collaborates with Oracle teams across lines of business such as Licence Sales, Consulting and Education
· Works closely with senior customer management
· Works with partner organisations and other third parties as required
· Involved in practice development activities either within country, region or worldwide.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
· Represent the customer as a single point of contact within Oracle, acting as their advocate and act as the primary point of contact on the account(s) for Oracle staff
· Manage the contract or delivery engagement as defined by OSS line management, including creating and maintaining accurate service documentation
· Maintain and develop the account plan and service delivery plan
· Act as an ambassador and primary contact for OSS
· Develop and maintain relationships with senior management across lines of business within the designated account(s) and relevant third parties
· Establish a relationship with the account(s) in order to encourage participation in development activities
· Drive the change of Oracle Support engagement practices in the account, such as systems, tools and interfaces
· Plan and deploy Support activities to ensure effective delivery within agreed budgetary constraints
· Establish and communicate the Service spectrum within the account(s) and identify potential sales opportunities
· Ensure the support strategy complements and enhances the overall account strategy
· Advise the account on the most effective and efficient way to use Oracle support services and products, as well as customer-facing tools, systems, interfaces and procedures
· Establish and maintain the referenceability of the account(s)
· Assure and improve the quality of the service and maintain accurate account information
· Assist in renewal of Support contracts and contribute to pre-sales activities
· Identify additional opportunities for customers to engage with Oracle, such as technical events and business seminars.
ACCOUNTABILITIES :
· Work with other Oracle lines of business to create and maintain the Account Plan for each relevant account(s)
· Proactively monitor the account and report on any potential risks
· Manage any account escalation that may arise
· Support and work closely with the customer's Oracle executive sponsor, where one is assigned
· Provide regular progress reviews and share information, methodologies and good practice to the account(s) and the relevant Oracle lines of business
· Ensure all account(s) have up-to-date information and knowledge in all relevant Oracle products and services
· Ensure all service-related systems and documentation required, either contractually or as part of a programme, are up to date and accurate
· Monitor Support service effort and report against agreed budget(s)
· Monitor and report revenue and margin for account contracts
· Create and maintain accurate customer information using Customer Intelligence tools
· Work in line with customer working practices and procedures, if contractually agreed
· Operate in line with Oracle's business processes and procedures.
Personal Competencies:
1. Credibility (*)
2. Decision Making
3. Results orientation (*)
4. Planning and Organising (*)
5. Problem Solving
6. Change Orientation (*)Professional Competencies:1. Knowledge of sales cycle and process
2. Market knowledge
3. Technical awareness (high-level)*
4. Project Management
5. Industry knowledge
6. Knowledge of Support procedures / service enablers (systems, tools, processes)*
Inter-Personal Competencies:
1. Influencing and negotiating
2. Customer Focus (*)
3. Building effective relationships (*)
Managerial Competencies:
1. Business Acumen (*)
2. Organisational sensitivity and awareness
3. Leadership
(*) = Key Competence
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As part of Oracle's employment process candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment screening process, prior to an offer being made. This will involve identity and employment verification, salary verification, professional references, education verification and professional qualifications and memberships (if applicable).

Sunday, june 21, 2009
Guaranty Trust Assurance PLC Career Opportunities/Vacancies into Various Graduate Positions

Technology Audit Officer
Ref no: TAD/SYS
Job details
Group: Agency Group.
Reporting to: Group Head, Systems & Control Group
Location: Victoria Island, Lagos.
Closing date for applications: Not Announced
Role Purpose
To ensure that management is advised in conjunction with the IT group on technology platform needs, after careful scrutiny of the capabilities and flexibility of the technology support required
for unique processes, systems and objectives of the organization.
Responsibilities
· To evaluate existing strategies, policies, standards, procedures and related practices for the management, planning and organization of IS.
· To make sound assessments and present risk-oriented advice to management on Information technology such as adequate information security; efficient use of IT resources; IT related
frauds, etc.
· To design programs and supervise execution of audit in such areas as systems and applications; information processing facilities; systems development, company-wide enterprise
architecture; telecommunications, intranet and extranets, etc.
· To be conversant with various IT risks such as access, business disruption, customer service, data integrity, physical harm, fraud, financial report, etc.
· To assist the unit and group heads in establishing policies and procedures for the IT audit unit.
· To develop programs for auditing new information systems and projects adopted by the company.
· To work with the unit and group heads to develop the IS audit charter.
Requirement
· A good first degree with ACA/ACCA (or its equivalent), CISA shall be an added advantage or equivalent experience.
· A minimum of 4 years financial or technology audit experience, preferably in the financial services industry.
· A high level of interpersonal skills.
· Excellent written and oral communication skills.
· Experience in Oracle database environment, managing Windows operating systems environments, networking and in MS SQL Server.
· Should be able to use data analysis tools such as ACL or IDEA.
· Skills in collecting and analyzing complex data, evaluating information and systems and drawing logical conclusions.
· The ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with co-workers, staff and external contacts.
· The ability to work effectively in a professional environment
· Exposure to CAAT (Computer Assisted Applications Testing)
Direct Sales Managers
Ref no: DSM/AGY001
Job details
Group: Agency Group.
Reporting to: Group Head.
Location: Lagos State.
Closing date for applications: Not Announced
Role Purpose
To be responsible for the management, administration and development of Direct Sales Associates. They will also be responsible for the marketing of GTA's products and will be expected to
sign up, manage and maintain a number of these DSAs at any given time.
Responsibilities
· Recruitment, training and managing retail direct sales associates
· Identifying and appointing corporate partners
· Negotiating with prospective customers and other parties
· Activity management
· Retention of customers and direct sales associates acquired
· Facilitating and training on sales processes and effective selling techniques
· Meeting sales targets/goals as per agreed terms
· Back office and operation support
· Overseeing reconciliation of transactions.
· Any other responsibilities assigned by the company.
Requirements
· Proven history of generating revenue
· A 1st degree or H.N.D in any discipline
· Excellent Marketing skills
· Excellent sales and negotiation skills
· Good business acumen
· The ability to motivate and lead a team
· Initiative and enthusiasm
· Excellent communication and people skills
· Good planning and organizational skills
· The ability to work calmly under pressure
Business Partner Managers
Ref no: BPM/AGY 001
Job details
Group: Agency Group
Reporting to: Group Head, Agency Group
Location: Lagos State.
Closing date for applications: Not Announced
Role Purpose
To develop the business by appointing Business Partners to market GTA products for business partnership. They will Support and manage the business through business partners.
Responsibilities
· Identify and appoint Business Partners
· Guiding business partners in the engagement of associates
· Training of business partners and their associates in sales processes and effective selling techniques
· Ensuring that processes and service standards are being adhered to
· Ensuring that BPs and their associates maintain activity levels and are meeting KPI and vital statistics targets
· Negotiating with prospective customers and other parties
· Activity Management
· Meeting sales targets/goals as per agreed terms
Requirements
· A 1st degree in HND in any discipline
· Excellent sales and negotiation skills
· At least 4 years work experience of which 2 must have been spent in a sales leadership role
· Proven history of generating revenue
· A good track record of managing teams
· Ability to understand and analyze figures
· Good IT, budget and report writing skills
· Good Communication and people skills
· The ability to motivate and lead a team
· Initiative and enthusiasm
· Good planning and organizational skills
· The ability to work calmly under pressure
Business Development Officer
Ref no: BUD/AML
Job details
Group: Assur Asset Management Limited
Reporting to: Head of Business Development
Location: Victoria Island, Lagos.
Closing date for applications:
Role Purpose
To ensure that management is advised in conjunction with the IT group on technology platform needs after careful scrutiny of the capabilities and flexibility of the technology support required
for unique processes, systems and objectives of the organization.
Responsibilities
• Growing new business volumes and revenue through team and individual sales. Pro-actively hunt for target individuals and organizations and establish communication.
• Prospecting companies and individuals, creating and following up on new leads. Building referral and lead generation network.
• Managing sales activity levels whilst actively developing the team's capabilities and capacity.
• Championing new products and product modifications to meet the needs of clients.
• Ability to develop relationships and win over high profile corporate clients.
• Increase the company's involvement with existing clients i.e. grow business volume.
• Manage client relationships to ensure all customer service goals are achieved.
Requirement
• University degree (minimum Second class upper) with at least 4 years of financial industry experience in marketing to HNIs
• The ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with co-workers, staff and external contacts.
• The ability to work effectively in a professional environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Excellent organizing, planning and presentation skills
• Effective interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Superior written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products(Word, PowerPoint, Publisher)
How to Apply
Email CV to hr@gtaplc.com or forward covering letter with an up to date CV, to:
Human Resources
Guaranty Trust Assurance plc
Plot 928, Bishop Aboyade Cole street
Victoria Island, Lagos.
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