Interview Expo - Questions and Answers

As stated in our previous articles, we are going to be bringing you interview tips and tricks to make your next interview date a less stressful experience.
In this article we are going to be highlighting some interview questions and likely answers and as well as other tips to make you excel in a job interview.
Mental fear of the unknown is often what produces the physical symptoms of nervousness. In addition to preparing yourself physically, you need to prepare yourself mentally. The best way to prepare mentally is to know what may be coming.
The following are some of the most difficult questions you will face in the course of your job interviews. Some questions may seem rather simple on the surface—such as “Tell me about yourself”—but these questions can have a variety of answers. The more open ended the question, the wider the variation in the answers. Once you have become practiced in your interviewing skills, you will find that you can use almost any question as a launching pad for a particular topic or compelling story.
Others are classic interview questions, such as “What is your greatest weakness?” Questions most people answer improperly. In this case, the standard textbook answer for the “greatest weakness” question is to provide a veiled positive such as: “I work too much. I just work and work and work.” Wrong. Either you are lying or, worse yet, you are telling the truth, in which case you define working too much as a weakness and really do not want to work much at all.
The following answers are provided to give you a new perspective on how to answer tough interview questions. They are not there for you to lift from the page and insert into your next interview. But to act as a guide to format you own answers in you next interview.
Tell me about yourself.
It seems like an easy interview question. It’s open ended. I can talk about whatever I like. Right?
Wrong. What the hiring manager really wants is a quick, two- to three-minute snapshot of who you are and why you’re the best candidate for this position.
So as you answer this question, talk about what you’ve done to prepare yourself to be the very best candidate for the position. Use an example or two to back it up. Then ask if they would like more details. If they do, keep giving them example after example of your background and experience. Always point back to an example when you have the opportunity.
“Tell me about yourself” does not mean tell me everything. Just tell me what makes you the best.
Why should I hire you?
The easy answer is that you are the best person for the job. And don’t be afraid to say so. But then back it up with what specifically differentiates you.
For example: “You should hire me because I’m the best person for the job. I realize that there are likely other candidates who also have the ability to do this job. Yet I bring an additional quality that makes me the best person for the job–my passion for excellence. I am passionately committed to producing truly world class results. For example . . .”
Are you the best person for the job? Show it by your passionate examples.
What is your long-range objective? Make my job easy for me. Make me want to hire you.
The key is to focus on your achievable objectives and what you are doing to reach those objectives.
For example: “Within five years, I would like to become the very best accountant your company has on staff. I want to work toward becoming the expert that others rely upon. And in doing so, I feel I’ll be fully prepared to take on any greater responsibilities which might be presented in the long term. For example, here is what I’m presently doing to prepare myself . . .”
Then go on to show by your examples what you are doing to reach your goals and objectives.
How has your education prepared you for your career?
This is a broad question and you need to focus on the behavioral examples in your educational background which specifically align to the required competencies for the career.
An example: “My education has focused on not only the learning the fundamentals, but also on the practical application of the information learned within those classes. For example, I played a lead role in a class project where we gathered and analyzed best practice data from this industry. Let me tell you more about the results . . .”
Focus on behavioral examples supporting the key competencies for the career. Then ask if they would like to hear more examples.
Are you a team player?
Almost everyone says yes to this question. But it is not just a yes/no question. You need to provide behavioral examples to back up your answer.
A sample answer: “Yes, I’m very much a team player. In fact, I’ve had opportunities in my work, school and athletics to develop my skills as a team player. For example, on a recent project . . .”
Emphasize teamwork behavioral examples and focus on your openness to diversity of backgrounds. Talk about the strength of the team above the individual. And note that this question may be used as a lead in to questions around how you handle conflict within a team, so be prepared.
Have you ever had a conflict with a boss or professor? How was it resolved?
Note that if you say no, most interviewers will keep drilling deeper to find a conflict. The key is how you behaviorally reacted to conflict and what you did to resolve it.
For example: “Yes, I have had conflicts in the past. Never major ones, but there have been disagreements that needed to be resolved. I’ve found that when conflict occurs, it helps to fully understand the other person’s perspective, so I take time to listen to their point of view, then I seek to work out a collaborative solution. For example . . .”
Focus your answer on the behavioral process for resolving the conflict and working collaboratively.
What is your greatest weakness?
Most career books tell you to select a strength and present it as a weakness. Such as: “I work too much. I just work and work and work.” Wrong. First of all, using a strength and presenting it as a weakness is deceiving. Second, it misses the point of the question.
You should select a weakness that you have been actively working to overcome. For example: “I have had trouble in the past with planning and prioritization. However, I’m now taking steps to correct this. I just started using a pocket planner . . .” then show them your planner and how you are using it.
Talk about a true weakness and show what you are doing to overcome it.
If I were to ask your professors to describe you, what would they say?
This is a threat of reference check question. Do not wait for the interview to know the answer. Ask any prior bosses or professors in advance. And if they’re willing to provide a positive reference, ask them for a letter of recommendation.
Then you can answer the question like this:
“I believe she would say I’m a very energetic person, that I’m results oriented and one of the best people she has ever worked with. Actually, I know she would say that, because those are her very words. May I show you her letter of recommendation?”
So be prepared in advance with your letters of recommendation.
What qualities do you feel a successful manager should have?
Focus on two words: leadership and vision.
Here is a sample of how to respond: “The key quality in a successful manager should be leadership–the ability to be the visionary for the people who are working under them. The person who can set the course and direction for subordinates. The highest calling of a true leader is inspiring others to reach the highest of their abilities. I’d like to tell you about a person whom I consider to be a true leader . . .”
Then give an example of someone who has touched your life and how their impact has helped in your personal development.
If you had to live your life over again, what one thing would you change?
Focus on a key turning point in your life or missed opportunity. Yet also tie it forward to what you are doing to still seek to make that change.
For example: “Although I’m overall very happy with where I’m at in my life, the one aspect I likely would have changed would be focusing earlier on my chosen career. I had a great internship this past year and look forward to more experience in the field. I simply wish I would have focused here earlier. For example, I learned on my recent internship…” …then provide examples.
Stay focused on positive direction in your life and back it up with examples.
The aforementioned are only examples and should be used only as a frame work for your next interview date.

Lubes Sales Engineer at Oando Plc

Oando Nigeria PLC is one of Nigeria’s biggest oil and engineering firms. They are currently recruiting for the position of a Lubes Sales Engineer.
VACANCY TITLE: LUBES SALES ENGINEER
DEPARTMENT: Lubes
CLOSING DATE: Jun 30, 2011
VACANCY DESCRIPTION: Oando Marketing is currently seeking a Lubes Sales Engineer to executing plans to meet the sales and marketing target of Oando for Commercial and Retail Lubes through effective marketing strategies. The lubricant Sales Engineer under the Branch structure covers a minimum of 3 branches spanning over a minimum of 3 states of the country. The Lubes Sales Engineer is also responsible for building, maintaining and sustaining good and lasting Customer relationship with our entire Commercial and Retail Customers by ensuring excellent service delivery.(Note: All candidates with less than 3 years post NYSC will be required to pass an aptitude test before they can be considered for interview)
Click here to see full job description and apply
Ensure you register on their website, because you cannot access the job page if you don’t.

Dangote Group of Company - Profile

Today we bring you the brief profile of one of Nigeria’s top employing firm. Dangote group.
Company Overview
The Dangote Group is one of the most diversified business conglomerates in Africa with a hard-earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.
The Group’s activities encompass:
Cement – Manufacturing / Importing
Sugar – Manufacturing & Refining
Salt – Refining
Flour & Semolina – Milling
Pasta – Manufacturing
Noodles – Manufacturing
Poly Products – Manufacturing
Logistics – Port Management and Haulage
Real Estate
Dangote Foundation
Since inception, the Group has experienced phenomenal growth on account of quality of its goods and services, its focus on cost leadership and efficiency of its human capital. Today, Dangote Group is a multi-billion Naira company poised to reach new heights, in every endeavour competing with itself to better the past.
The Group’s core business focus is to provide local, value added products and services that meet the ‘basic needs’ of the populace. Through the construction and operation of large scale manufacturing facilities in Nigeria and across Africa, the Group is focused on building local manufacturing capacity to generate employment and provide goods for the people.
OUR VISION
To be a world class enterprise that is passionate about the quality of life of the general populace and high returns to stakeholders
OUR MISSION
Touch the lives of people by providing their basic needs
Contact
Union Marble House, 1 Alfred Rewane Road,
PMB 40032, Falomo Ikoyi, Lagos, NIGERIA
Telephone : 234 -1- 448 0815, 448 0816
Fax : 234 -1- 270 2893, 271 2231
Email : communications@dangote-group.com
Website
www.dangote-group.com

Vacancy at Exxon Mobil Nigeria

We at www.bestnigerianjobs.com.com are glad to bring you this new job vacancy at Exxon Mobil
AUTOREQID: 12009BR
JOB OR CAMPUS FOLDER: DRILLING SUPERVISOR
JOB DESCRIPTION
•Provide day to day on-site supervision of drilling operations and prepare reports to the Drilling Operations Superintendent
•Serve as the primary contact with the rig contractor and third party personnel at the rig site to ensure that operations are performed safely and cost-effectively in accordance with approved well program
•Logistical planning and coordination of personnel, equipment, supplies and services to ensure that twenty four hour operations are maintained
•Responsible for well control, real time drilling optimization, casing tallies, cementing calculations and completion tallies and spaceout
•Organise and order necessary services and equipment to conduct drilling, completion, workover and testing operations
•Responsible for enforcement of approved Safety, Health, Environment and Security procedures to manage operational risks and prevent harm to personnel, environment and equipment
•Ensure that third party equipment is adequately and properly maintained. •Ensure compliance with all government and other appropriate regulations; including education of all rig personnel on safety and related issues. More details from the link below.
COUNTRY OR REGION: Nigeria
OFFICE LOCATION: Various
AFFILIATE NAME: Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Experienced Professionals, Students/Graduates Seeking Full-Time
TO APPLY
To complete the application process:
- log onto http://www.exxonmobil.com/careers/nigeria/apply
- click on “Search openings”
- in the ‘keyword’ search box, enter 12009BR
- Click ‘Search’
Then Apply as stated.

Manager, Brand Assets & Activation at Airtel Nigeria

Airtel Nigeria Careers: Job Vacancy for Manager, Brand Assets & Activation
Airtel – Ever since Airtel took its first step in the world of telecommunications, there has been no looking back for it… and for its employees. Airtel-ites bring a new meaning to their daily work routine by exploring newer ways of working, taking risks, going on unchartered paths and by just doing things THAT HAVE NEVER BEEN DONE BEFORE.
Here, we encourage our people to explore. We tell them that new lands don’t come with maps. That if they slip and fall on unknown paths, they will get a helping hand. We have built our work culture on this simple philosophy. Get rid of the fear of the unknown and you create the grounds for success.
And it has helped people fly.
It has made our workplace a workshop, where thinking different is the norm. Where fearless innovation results in amazing breakthroughs.
But truly, the most satisfying breakthrough is the workplace itself. It’s a culture that celebrates 17,000 employees as 17,000 entrepreneurs.
We invite applications from suitably qualified candidates for the post of:

Job Title: Manager, Brand Assets & Activation
Job Code: 5022
Job Purpose

• To achieve business goals and brand saliency by championing activation of brand assets for national roll out in line with the overall brand strategy
• To ensure efficient , effective and seamless execution of brand assets end to end for pan Nigeria exposure
• Develop, manage, activate and leverage brand properties, ambassadors, representations.
• To lead the cross functional team to build and maintain the channel universe database

Key Accountabilities
Project Management

• Project Manage, activate and execute all brand assets, properties s and Sponsorships to drive business goals
• Articulate and enable regional execution and roll-out of agreed platforms and strategies to achieve uniformity
• Co-ordinate all outlined projects with the Local HQ & regional team for timely execution
• Monitor and evaluate the implementation of brand assets & properties pan Nigeria
• Manage all cross-functional stakeholders and project teams to implementation

Merchandising Execution

• Training of team on merchandising standards
• Guide and support regional and Zonal teams on building and sustaining superior relationships with Local Council Authorities
• Project manage the execution of strategic merchandising/visibility initiatives pan Nigeria
• Develop innovative ways of ensuring the brand is visible at POS and in market
• Ensure Top of Mind Awareness (TOMA) target is achieved within given timelines.
• Custodian for ROI for all visibility projects.

Sponsorships & Experiential Execution

• Identify any leveraging suitable sponsorships opportunities for national roll out to help project brand visibility / generate ROI
• Seek and own on brand sponsorship opportunities along the strategic platforms of football and music

Product Launch Execution

• Support the team to design appropriate launch plans for all new products at the national level ensuring speed and reach to the regions

Dimension

• Pos Visibility
• Branding Presence
• ROI Sponsorships & Events
• TOMA
• Brand Affinity

Skills & Knowledge
Educational Qualifications & Functional / Technical Skills

• Bachelors in Marketing, business management, or recognized university degree
• Masters in Business Administration or management will be an advantage
• Project Management qualification will be an advantage
• Understanding of the rudiments of brand management and execution
• Use of media, events and sponsorships, channel branding and activation. Good interpersonal and relationship building skills

Relevant Experience (Type of experience and minimum number of years)

• Minimum of 10 years working experience in Brand/Trade Marketing
• Local market knowledge and experience will be a key requirement

Other requirements (Behavioural etc.)

• Achieving Business Success
• Delighting the customers
• Displaying Entrepreneurial Spirit

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Vacancies in Thursday Guardian Newspaper 2011

This are Job vacancies published by Thurday Guardian newspaper yesterday. We just collected them together for you to apply.

A

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Nigerians for appointment to the position below of the Association of Vice-chancellors of Nigerian Universities,

Job Title: Secretary-General
Salary: Very attractive, but those earning below UASS 7 or its equivalent need not apply
Qualifications:
Each applicant must be a distinguished Professor (preferably a former Vice Chancellor of any Nigerian University) with several years of teaching and administrative experience at the University level
Condition of Service:
Similar to the Conditions of Service in Nigerian University system. The appointment shall be for 3 years in the first Instance and renewable for another 3 years subject to the terms of appointment
Method of Application:
Ten copies of application together with Curriculum Vitae giving full details of age, educational background, institutions attended with dates and names of three referees. The application should be forwarded to:
The Chairman,

Association of Vice-Chancellors of Nigerian Universities (AVCNU),

4, Parakou Street,

Wuse II,

PM.B.5286, Wuse GPO,

Abuja.
To reach the above address on or before 7th July 2011 The envelope should be marked at the top “The Post of Secretary General”
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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B

Medium Sized Conglomerate with headquarters in Lagos, and operations pan Nigeria requires the services of suitably qualified, competent and experienced hands to fill the positions below
Job Title: Network Engineers
Interested candidates must have:
First degree or equivalent obtained from a reputable institution at not, lower than Upper Credit grade.
CCNA certification
Good knowledge of managed switch configuration,
Hands on experience in structured cabling
Good understanding of IP structure and must have good knowledge and be able to design the network map diagram.
Preferred candidates should have 5 years relevant IT experience.
Job Title: Branch Accountants
Interested candidates must have:
First degree or equivalent obtained in accounting from a reputable not lower than 2nd Class Upper or Upper Credit and at age limit 25 – 35 years.
With 3 — 5 years experience in Branch Operations of medium to large scale organisation
Successful candidates must be prepared to work anywhere in Nigeria – North, East, South and West. (Other than Lagos)
Job Title: Store Keepers
Interested candidates must have:
First degree or equivalent obtained in Management from a reputable not lower than 2nd Class Upper or Upper Credit and at age limit 25 – 35 years.
With 3 — 5 years experience in Branch Operations of medium to large scale organisation
Social or Applied sciences can also apply. Candidates applying for Store Keeper position must be prepared to work anywhere in Nigeria. (Other than Lagos)
Positions 2 and 3 are not based in Lagos
Only applicants who meet specified qualifications need apply.
Method of Application:
Applications (detailed CVs only) should be sent to: Alliedrecruiters@yahoo.com OR
The Human Resources Manager

P. M.B. 1013

Oshodi Lagos

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C
A Fast Growing Food Services Company requires the services of the below professionals
Job Title: Marketers
Qualification:
Applicants must possess relevant qualification and at least 2 years experience in a similar position
Job Title: Quality Control Officers
Qualification:
Applicants must possess relevant qualification and at least 2 years experience in a similar position
Job Title: Accounts Officers (ATS),
Qualification:
Applicants must possess relevant qualification and at least 2 years experience in a similar position
Job Title: Dispatch Riders (must riders card)
Qualification:
Applicants must possess relevant qualification and at least 2 years experience in a similar position
Method of Application:
Send applications to majesty cuisine@yhaoo.com Or
The Advertiser

10, Olaogun Street

Ebute-Metta (West) Lagos
On or before 9th June, 2011

Secretary General at The Association of Vice-Chancellors of Nigerian Universities

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Nigerians for appointment to the position below of the Association of Vice-chancellors of Nigerian Universities,

Job Title: Secretary-General
Salary: Very attractive, but those earning below UASS 7 or its equivalent need not apply
Qualifications:
Each applicant must be a distinguished Professor (preferably a former Vice Chancellor of any Nigerian University) with several years of teaching and administrative experience at the University level
Condition of Service:
Similar to the Conditions of Service in Nigerian University system. The appointment shall be for 3 years in the first Instance and renewable for another 3 years subject to the terms of appointment
Method of Application:
Ten copies of application together with Curriculum Vitae giving full details of age, educational background, institutions attended with dates and names of three referees. The application should be forwarded to:
The Chairman,

Association of Vice-Chancellors of Nigerian Universities (AVCNU),

4, Parakou Street,

Wuse II,

PM.B.5286, Wuse GPO,

Abuja.
To reach the above address on or before 7th July 2011 The envelope should be marked at the top “The Post of Secretary General”
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

National Bureau of Statistics Recruits: Assistant Lecturer (Mathmatics), Assistant (Computer Science)

Vacancies: Assistant Lecturer (Mathematics), Assistant Lecturer (Computer Science)

As part of efforts to repositioning National Bureau of Statistics for better service delivery, applications are invited from interested and suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacant positions in the Bureau and Federal School of Statistics.

Position: Assistant Lecturer (Mathematics)

Salary Scale: Conraiss 7 – Job Code: LT (MATHS)

Qualification and Experience

• Applicant must possess first degree not less than 2^nd Class Upper in any of the disciplines.

Position: Assistant Lecturer (Computer Science)

Salary Scale: Conraiss 7 – Job Code: LT (COMPS)

Qualification and Experience

• Applicant must possess first degree not less than 2^nd Class Upper in any of the  disciplines.

Method of Application:
Interested and qualified candidates should visit www.recruitment.nbs.gov.ng to complete application form and indicate the job code applicable to the post being applied for. Candidates are not to apply for more than one post, otherwise they will be disqualified.

Closing Date:
Completed application forms must be submitted on-line on or before 15^th July, 2011.  Only shortlisted candidates would be contacted for interview.

Vacancy for Administrative Officer II, Higher Executive Officer, Principal Engineer at Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic, Uwana

Vacancies: Administrative Officer II, Higher Executive Officer, Principal Engineer

Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic, Unwana, intends to recruit qualified candidates to fill some existing vacancies. Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the positions below:

Position:     Administrative Officer II

(ICT UNIT)

Option: CCNA or MCITP or CCNP

Qualification and Experience:

• A good honours degree from a recognized institution of higher learning plus NYSC discharge Certificate

Position:     Higher Executive Officer

Option: CCNA or MCITP or CCNP

Qualification and Experience:

• With option in CCNA or MCITP or CCNP must be ICT compliant.

Position:     Principal Engineer

(Estate and Works Division)
Option: Cooling and Refrigeration

Qualification and Experience:

• A good honours engineering degree in the relevant field from a recognized institution of higher learning plus, at least 9 years post qualification experi­ence; OR a good Master’s degree with, at least, 6 years post qualification experience.

Position:     Administrative Officer II (Estate Management)

(Estate and Works Division)

Qualification and Experience:

• Agood honours degree in Estate Management from a recognized institution of higher learning plus NYSC discharge certificate.

Salary: The salary will be as applicable to all Federal Polytechnics in Nigeria.

NB: All applicants must be computer literate.

Method of Application:
Candidates are required to forward ten copies of their applications with detailed Curriculum Vitae, names and addresses of three referees and one set of photocopies of credentials to the Registrar:
Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic, Unwana
P.M.B 1007, Afikpo, Ebonyi State,
Nigeria

The documents should be received on or before 14^th July 2011.

Candidates are to ensure that their referees forward their confidential reports to the Registrar.

Fresh Recruitment at Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic Uwana

The polytechnic intends to recruit qualified candidates to fill some existing vacancies. Application area invited from suitably qualified candidates for the posts specified below:
A.       ACADEMIC STAFF
a.       SCHOOL BUSINESS STUDIES
Department of office technology and management:
Lecturer I/II/III, computer laboratory technologist
Department of public administration
Lecturer II/III
Option: Public Aministration/Political Science
Department of public administration
Lecturer II/III
Option: Public Administration/Political Science
Assistant lecturer
Option: Co-operative Studies
b.       SCHOOL OF ENGIERRING TECHNOLOGY
Department of electrical/electronic engineering technology
Lecturer III/Assistant Lecturer/Technologies II
Option: Power
Lecturer III/Assistant Lecturer/Technologist II
Option: Telecommunication
Lecturer II
Option: Control/Instrumentation
Department of mechanical engineering technology
Technology: Chief Lecturer/Principal Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Lecturer III/Assistant Lecturer/Technologist II
c.       SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND GENERAL STUDIES
Department of computer sciences
Senior lecturer/lecturer I/III; Higher Institutor
Department of general studies:
Lecturer II either of the following: Psychology, Sociology/Philosophy/Political Science or public Administration
Lecturer III Economics
Department of mathematics/statistics:
Lecturer II
Option: Mathematics
Lecturer I/II/Assistant Lecturer/Technologist II
Option: Statistics
Department of science laboratory technology:
Lecturer II
Option: Chemistry
Plant Technologist
d.       SCHOOL OF ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY
Department of Agricultural Technology:
Senior lecturer/lecturer III/Higher Instructor
Technologist II
Option: Auto CAD
Department of quantity surveying:
SENIOR LECTURER
A.       NON-ACADEMIC STAFF
ICT UNIT:
Administration Officer II/ Higher Executive Officer
Option: CCNA or MCITP or CCNP
ESTATE AND WORKS DIVISION:
Principal engineer
Option: Cooling and Refrigeration
Administrative office II (Estate Management)
INTERNAL AUDIT
Auditor I/II
REGISTRY DIVISION:
Assistant register
Administrative officer II
Confidential secretary I
PHYSICAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT:
Engineer II (Electrical)
Engineer II (Mechanical)
Quantity surveyor II
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
Candidates must possess any of the following:
A.       CHIEF LECTURER/PRINCIPAL LECTURER/SENIOR LECTURER
A doctorate degree in the relevant field(s) from a recognized Higher Institution with at least 12/9/6 years teaching/applied/industrial work experience; OR
A master degree in relevant field(s) from a recognized Higher Institution with at least15/12/9 years teaching/applied/industrial work experience
Registration with relevant professional body
A.       LECTURER I/II/III
A doctorate degree in the relevant field(s) from a recognized Higher  Institution with at least 3 years relevant experience; OR
A master degree in relevant field(s) from a recognized Higher Institution with at least 5 years experience in teaching/research in an institution of higher learning; OR
A good honours degree from a recognized institution of higher learning and professional qualification in relevant field(s) above lecturer III, candidate are required to have published journal articles, books and must have presented seminar papers as required for each rank.
B.       ASSISTANT LECTURER:
A good honours degree from a recognized Institution of higher learning plus NYSC discharge certificate
C.       HIGHER INSTRUCTOR/TECHNOLOGIST II/CONFIDENTIAL SECRETARY
Candidates must possess Higher National Diploma or its equivalent plus NYSC discharge certificate
D.       ASSISTANT REGISTRAR
A good honours degree from a recognized Institution of higher learning plus at least, 5 years cognate work experience; OR a holder of a Master degree from a recognized institution plus, at least 3 years, cognate experience OR a holder of a Doctorate degree.
E.       ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER II
A good honours degree from a recognized Institution of higher learning plus NYSC discharge certificate
F.       ACCOUNTANT I
A good honours degree in Accountancy or Finance from a recognized Institution of higher learning plus, at least 3 years, cognate experience.
G.      ACCOUNTANT II
A good honours degree in Accountancy or Finance from a recognized Institution of higher learning plus NYSC discharge certificate.
H.      AUDITOR I
A good honours degree in Accountancy or Finance from a recognized Institution of higher learning plus, at least 3 years, cognate experience.
I.        AUDITOR II
A good honours degree in Accountancy or Finance from a recognized Institution of higher learning plus NYSC discharge certificate.
J.       PRINCIPAL ENGINEER
A good honours engineering degree I the relevant field from a recognized institution of higher learning plus, at least 9 years post qualification experience OR a good Master’s degree with at least, 6 years post qualification experience
K.       ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER II (Estate Management)
A good honours degree in Estate Management from a recognized Institution of higher learning plus NYSC discharge certificate.
L.       ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER II/HIGHER EXECUTIVE OFFICER (with options in CCNA or MCITP or CCNP) must be ICT compliant.
M.      ENGINEER II
A good honours degree in engineering degree relevant field from a recognized Institution of higher learning plus NYSC discharge certificate.
N.      QUANTITY SYRVEYOR II
A good honours degree in Quantity Surveying from a recognized Institution of higher learning plus NYSC discharge certificate.
SALARY: The salary will be as applicable to all Federal Polytechnic in Nigeria.
NB: All applicants must be computer literate
METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Candidate are requested to forward ten copies of their applications  with detailed CV, names and address of three referees and one set of photocopies of credentials to the Registrar. The documents should be received 6 weeks from the date of publication.
Candidates are to ensure that their referees forward their confidential reports to the Registrar.

Finance and Administrative Officer at University Research Co.

POSITION TITLE: FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
LOCATION: ABUJA
JOB SUMMARY
The Finance and Administration Officer (FAO) will design, implement and supervise adherence to financial policy, budgets and internal control measures for the Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) project in Nigeria. This position will oversee the overall administrative and financial management function, produce timely financial reports, lead the preparation of budgets, and ensure compliance with USAID and URC regulations regarding accounting, auditing and financial management requirements. In addition, the FAO will be responsible for the in-country accounting procedures at all levels of the project: headquarters, provincial/area, and division. He will ensure transparent financial transactions are allocable, allowable, and reasonable.
JOB DESCRIPTION
1.       Financial Duties
-        The FAO will ensure the production of the financial reports such as the field reports, timesheets, expenditures reports and travel expense statements for staff and consultants
-        The FAO will monitor the project budget as well as help with the establishment and running of an accounting system
-        Ensure the accurate and timely submission of monthly projection to URC/Bethesda-Home Office as well as the timely submission of all Financial reports and billings including the Financial field report (project must adhere to USAID/URC regulations)
-        Ensure proper expenditure tracking and work to develop program appropriate expenditure tracking systems in line with budgets and project activities
-        Assist with the development of financial policies including travel and per diem, procurement and commodity management policies that comply with USAID/URC and federal Government of Nigeria regulations
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES
The FAO needs to ensure that the office is organized (e.g, clean officer environment,  respond to all business inquires, handle procurement of goods and services).
Ensure proper staff recruitment and selction
Develop travel processes and procedures that adhere to the overall URC HCI travel policy.
Coordinate all travel, including ensureing proper authorization, bookings, car log and driver logs
Maintain a proper log of all incoming and out going correspondence as well as central filing systems that includes reports, correspondence, contracts etc…
NOTICE: The present job description can be adjusted to meet the needs of URS/HCI (including the possibility of traveling to assist the QI Advisor with OVC activities).
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor level degree in business administration , finance, enconomy or 5 years of related work experience
1-2 years experience with USAID or other government-funded project administration management, supervision activity requires
Excellent financial management, systems development and writing skills
Experience with QuickBooks accounting software highly preferred
Proficiency in spoken and written English
Track record of being able to work successfully in a team environment.
HOW TO APPLY
For immediate consideration, please send your resume and cover letter to our email: hrnigeria@urc-chs.com. Please note: Application are required in English. Deadline is June 17th n2011. Due to the large number of inquiries we receive, only shortlisted candidate will be contacted. URC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

An International Oil and Gas Services Company Recruits: Contract Engineer, Planning Engineer, Logistics Engineer

Vacancies: Contract Engineer, Planning Engineer, Logistics Engineer

International Oil and Gas Services Company is actively looking for motivated experienced oil and gas professionals to work for their client. Jobs are available in Lagos, Port Harcourt and Offshore.

We are hiring the below Oil and Gas experienced PROFESSIONALS:


Position: Contract Engineer Ref: 10

Locations: Onshore / Offshore / PHC/ Lagos

Experience:

• Mini. 5 years in the Oil and Gas Experience is Compulsory

Position: Planning Engineer

Locations: Onshore / Offshore / PHC/ Lagos

Experience:

• Mini. 5 years in the Oil and Gas Experience is Compulsory

Position: Logistics Engineer

Locations: Onshore / Offshore / PHC/ Lagos

Experience:

• Mini. 5 years in the Oil and Gas Experience is Compulsory

How to Apply:
CV in WORD format MUST INCLUDE: DOB, Firstname distinguished from LASTNAME, Qualifications with Year and Place of graduation. CV MUST NOT exceed 4 pages. If you have the right skills and experience, send your CV to: oilandgasrecruitmentnigeria@gmail.com

quoting the Reference followed by Job Title in the subject of your email. Candidatures failing to follow above requirements will not be considered

Closing date: on 30^th June 2011

Job Vacancy in an International Standard Health Management Organisation

Job Title: Health officer
Qualification:
BSc, HND, OND and its equivalent in all Health related disciplines e.g Nursing, food and Nutrition, Health Science etc
Professional qualification will be an added advantage

REQUIREMENTS:
Must be a partner with our company
Must be ready to recruit junior officers in his/her coverage state for greater efficiency in service delivery
Communication and Team spirit,
High level of personal and professional integrity
Strong supervisory skills and ability to function in a multicultural environment

BENEFITS:
Successful applicants will be exposed to 1, international professional training in USA, SOUTH AFRICA OR CANADA

2, International professional certification

Business empowerment in financial terms to the tune of N50,000 - N120,000

CONDITIONS:
Selected candidates will be in the service of the company for a minimum of 6 months after training before they can leave the service of the company

Interested applicants should send their c.v to recruitmentofficer11@yahoo.com

Vacancy for Consultant Neurologist, Consultant at Lagoon Hospital

Vacancies: Consultant Neurologist, Consultant, Family Medicine

Due to expansion in our facilities, Lagoon Hospital, a JCI Accredited Facility is seeking full time Specialists to fill the positions below.


Position: Consultant Neurologist

Requirements

• Applicants must have completed the required training for their disciplines from recognized institutions.
• All applicants must have completed the required training for their disciplines from recognized institutions.
• Full registration and affiliation with relevant bodies with current licenses.
• Ability to multi tasks and work as part of a team is highly essential.

Position: Consultant, Family Medicine

Requirements

• Applicants must have completed the required training for their disciplines from recognized institutions.
• All applicants must have completed the required training for their disciplines from recognized institutions.
• Full registration and affiliation with relevant bodies with current licenses.
• Ability to multi tasks and work as part of a team is highly essential.

Remuneration:
These positions attract good remuneration with opportunities for career development and self-fulfillment through training and continuing professional education.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should forward their applications, copies of credentials and curriculum vitae with contact Telephone numbers on or before 16^th June, 2011to:
Recruitment@lagoonhospitals.com

Opec Nigeria Recruits: Petroleum Industry Analyst

PETROLEUM INDUSTRY ANALYST
DEADLINE: 26 June 2011
OPEC’s mission is to help stabilise the oil market through coordination of national oil production policies and to help oil producers achieve a reasonable investment return. It further helps ensure stable oil supplies for consumers. The advertised post is located at the OPEC Secretariat in Vienna, Austria, headed by the Secretary General, who carries out the executive functions of the Organization.
JOB DIMENSIONS:
Within the Research Division, the Energy Studies Department is responsible for monitoring, analysing and forecasting world energy developments in the medium and long term and reporting thereon, in particular providing in-depth studies and reports on energy issues. It monitors developments and undertakes specific studies on energy demand and production-related technology, assessing implications for OPEC. It identifies and follows up key areas of energy-related emerging technologies and research and development (R&D), facilitates and supports planning and implementation of collaborative energy-related R&D programs of Member Countries, as well as identifies prospects for OPEC participation in major international R&D activities.  It carries out studies and reports on developments in the petroleum industry, providing effective tools for carrying out model-based studies of analyses and projections of energy supply/demand and downstream simulation. It elaborates OPEC Long Term Strategy and monitors, analyses and reports on relevant national or regional policies (fiscal, energy, trade and environmental), assessing their impacts on energy markets.
The Petroleum Industry Analyst studies and analyses medium to long-term strategies, plans, operations and performance of petroleum-related companies and assesses the impact on OPEC and on the medium to long-term oil outlook. In addition, he/she monitors and analyses developments in the petroleum industry structure and assesses their impact on OPEC.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:
University degree (advanced degree preferred) in Economics, Finance or Engineering
A minimum of 8 years (6 years in case of an advanced degree) in the petroleum industry or in oil-related companies or institutions
Training/specialization in economic analysis, analysis of the financial performance of companies, analysis of company strategies, corporate planning and knowledge of oil companies’ operations along the value chain an asset
Analytical, communication and presentation skills.
STATUS AND BENEFITS:
Members of the Secretariat are international employees whose responsibilities are not national but exclusively international. In carrying out their functions they have to demonstrate the personal qualities expected of international employees such as integrity, independence and impartiality.
The post is at grade E reporting to the Head of Energy Studies Department. The compensation package, including expatriate benefits, is commensurate with the level of the post.
APPLICATIONS:
Applicants must be nationals of Member Countries of OPEC and should not be older than 58 years. OPEC has a policy of non-discrimination.
Applicants are requested to fill out the application form which can be received from their Country’s Governor for OPEC.
In order for applications to be considered, they must reach the OPEC Secretariat through the relevant Governor, not later than 26 June 2011.
CLICK LINK TO APPLY:

Partnership for Transforming Health Systems 2 (PATHS 2) Recruits: State Team Leader, Media Producer

 

Vacancies: State Team Leader, Media Producer

The Partnership for Transforming Health Systems 2 (PATHS 2), a DFID funded
programme in Nigeria, aims to improve the planning, financing and delivery of sustainable and replicable pro-poor health services for common health problems, focusing on six states and the federal government. PATHS2 is recruiting qualified professional staff to fill the positions based in Abuja, Lagos and Enugu.

Position: State Team Leader (Enugu)

Responsibilities

• The State Team Leader will be responsible for managing the State Team in Enugu and contributing to the overall performance of the Programme in reaching its objectives.
• S/he will oversee implementation, monitoring and review/reporting of PATHS2 programme outputs by drawing on the advice of the National Programme Technical Advisers, ensuring the implementation of the work of the State Team by drawing up, reviewing, and approving internal programme workplans and action plans and; setting out the funding framework for programme activities.
• S/he will establish and maintain an effective working relationship with officials in the State Ministry of Health and other key individuals in the government and with representatives of other aid agencies, the private sector and civil society groups in their respective state.
• S/he will provide technical support in the area of health service delivery and also be responsible for overall financial management of the project within the State.

Qualification Requirements

• Candidate must have Master’s Degree (minimum), or a PhD or MD (desirable), in Public Health, Management, or other relevant field.
• Six (6) years of relevant professional experience with a Masters Degree, or 4 years with a PHD or MD.
• Two or more years of international project management experience, preferably in Nigeria. Experience with DFID a plus.

Position: Media Producer (Abuja)

Responsibilities:

• Provide support to the Public Health Communication Specialist on the design and production of media products (Radio and Television) aimed at achieving the strategic public health communication objectives of PATHS2.
• Specifically the candidate will demonstrate the capacity to manage a post-production  studio for radio  and Television  production.
• Lead media production of PSA’s, documentaries, interactive magazine programs and other program formats for a variety of media platforms including the web and all social media. Design and implement media production and post-production training for radio and television.
• S/he must have excellent editing and post production skills, using a wide range of software’s. S/he will also take responsibility for archiving all PATHS 2 media products.

Qualification Requirements:

• Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree (B.sc) or its equivalent (minimum) or Master’s (M.sc) Degree (desirable), in Journalism, Communications, or other relevant field.
• Should have four years of experience as a media producer for a development organization relevant to the target area.

How to Apply
To be considered for the listed position, an applicant must submit his/her CV and an application letter that provide details of the applicant’s qualifications for the desired position to: hrjobs@paths2.org

In the subject line of the email, write the specific job title and location of the position you wish to apply for. Deadline for submission will be 20^th June 2011, Only qualified candidates will be contacted for

Partnership for Transforming Health Systems 2 (PATHS 2) Recruits: Contracts Manager, Project Drivers

Vacancies: Contracts Manager, Project Driver

The Partnership for Transforming Health Systems 2 (PATHS 2), a DFID funded
programme in Nigeria, aims to improve the planning, financing and delivery of sustainable and replicable pro-poor health services for common health problems, focusing on six states and the federal government. PATHS2 is recruiting qualified professional staff to fill the positions based in Abuja, Lagos and Enugu.


Position: Contracts Manager (Abuja)

Responsibilities

• S/he will manage the grant making, subcontracting, contracting and procurement process including performing a past performance review, conducting elements of pre-award survey.
• S/he will be responsible for sorting, filing, tracking, logging the applications received in response to Expression of Interest and grant solicitations.
• S/he will process all necessary documentations required under the regulation to awarding a grant or subcontracting to a selected applicant.
• S/he will monitor the status of Subcontract/Contracts procurement and track the status of obligations against each subcontract/Contracts/Procurement.

Qualification Requirements

• Candidate must have Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Management, Finance or other related field, plus at least 4 years of professional experience in, Grants/Subcontracts/Procurement Management.

Position: Project Driver (Abuja)

Responsibilities

• Performs the operations, maintenance and management of project vehicles, including routine maintenance, registration, tagging, as well as providing transportation for project activities for National/Federal Headquarters team.
• Performs project routine business in the specific state office, such as receiving and delivering official project documentation.

Qualification Requirements

• Include valid Nigerian driver’s license, plus at least six months prior experience in commercial driving, completion of Secondary School is highly desirable.
• Excellent driving record and experience in traveling through Abuja, Enugu, Kaduna, Kano, Lagos, Jigawa and other key cities.
• Ability to pass the DFID’s standard Driving test is desirable.

How to Apply
To be considered for the listed position, an applicant must submit his/her CV and an application letter that provide details of the applicant’s qualifications for the desired position to: hrjobs@paths2.org

In the subject line of the email, write the specific job title and location of the position you wish to apply for. Deadline for submission will be 20^th June 2011. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Vacancy for Admin Officer

A private secondary school which provide one of the best quality education in Abuja is currently seeking for Admin Officer and School Patron/ Matron and interested applicant should apply immediately.

POSITION:
ADMINISTRATION OFFICER

QUALIFICATIONs:

Applicants must have a B.A/HND holder in Public Administration and Sociology respectively

Applicant should have Must have good/fluent communication skill and also a computer literate

applicant should the minimum of seven (7) to Ten (10) years of experience in management role

POSITION:

PATRON/MATRON

QUALIFICATIONs:

Both Applicant should have B.Sc and HND in Sociology

Both Applicant should have a least five (5) to Seven (7) years of good experience

Applicantion Method:

send your resume to this address:
P. O. Box 5326,
Garki – Abuja.

closing date: 16-06-2011

Nigerian Chartered Accountant Existing Vacancies

POSITION: Audit Seniors
QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicat should have the certificate of ICAN

applicant should not have less than five (5) years of experience in a good firm.

application method
applicant should send their resume not less than 07-06-2011 to the following address:

THE ADVERTISER
TOLOYE HOUSE
362, IKORODU ROAD
AND
1A OKUPE ESATE,
MARYLAND
LAGOS

OR
TO THIS ADDRESS:
lennap@pkf-ng.com
lennap@pkfnig.com

Airtel Nigeria Current Vacancies

ONE OF THE NIGERIA TELECOMMUNICATION IS RECRUITING A FRESH GRADUATE FOR THE POST OF PROCUREMENT OFFICER.

POSITION: Procurement Officer
candidate is required to have a University Degree.

candidate is required have three(3) years of varied experience in supply chain management.

candidate is required have foundation certification in supply chain

candidate should be understanding the procurement and logistics

application: Click here to apply online