Saturday 15 January 2011

United Nations Population Fund - Nigeria Vacancies ; Procurement Associate


The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), the leading UN organization in Reproductive Health and Population and Development, is recruiting personnel for the following position in Abuja:
JOB TITLE: PROCUREMENT ASSOCIATE
Type of Contract: FIXED TERM APPOINTMENT (FTA)
Post level: ICS 06
Duty Post: Abuja
Duration: One (1) Year (renewable but subject to satisfactory performance)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The incumbent reports to and receives guidance and policy support from the Operations Manager
who leads the Nigeria Office that serves the procurement and contracting needs of their
geographical areas and ensuring that procurement and commercial considerations are fully taken
into account in country programmes. S/he coordinates procurement activities and processes in
accordance with the organization’s mandate, financial rules and regulation and procurement
procedures of the UNPFA. The contracting activities encompass procurement, contracting, and
contract management of institutional goods and services suppliers for UNFPA’s programs and for
external clients, which include, Developing Country Governments, donors, NGOs, and other UN
organizations as well as internal customers.
A. Contract Management
-Assist the Office Manger, contracts in the management of long-term agreements in
accordance with UNFPA rules and regulation, procedures, including:
-Review accuracy and completeness of specifications for good/services to be contracted;
-Undertake market research to include all potential good/services providers;
-Prepare and issue Requests for Quotations and Invitation to Bids;
-Evaluate quotations/offers and recommend suppliers as appropriate;
-Prepare submission/recommendation to the CAP and CRC if applicable;
- Develop and draft contracts for clearance by Programme Specialists / Operations
Manager and obtain approval from the Representative;
-Support in the issuing of contracts;
-Follow up on performance (details below);
-Maintain an accurate and updated list of all UNFPA long-term agreements with dates of
renewals.
Liaise with internal customers and suppliers; Investigate and follow up on any contractual
related problem/inquiry to ensure suppliers’ adequate performance and customers’
satisfaction.
Monitor the performance of LTA suppliers in reference to established Key Performance
Indicators. Provide prompt responses to follow up on any query submitted by other UNFPA
departments and/or clients whether directly involved or not.
B. Supplier Management
Undertake market research in order to evaluate potential new suppliers. Update new
suppliers in the Field Office list of “Approved suppliers”. Advice new suppliers as to
registration requirements and procedures. Register new suppliers in the ERP system.
Keep abreast of market trends and developments in purchasing related field. Maintain an
accurate and active supplier database in support of UNFPA procurement requirements.
Liaise with other United Nations agencies to obtain information of existing Long Term
Agreements and contracts to be able to utilize them in reference to UNFPA requirements.
Coordinate and administer the flow of vendor information in the ERP system and the United
Nations Global Market Place (UNGM), including evaluation of supplier registrations in
accordance with established criteria.
C. Procurement Tools Management
Coordinate and administer the information flow related to products and services available
through Long Term Agreement, including prices, terms and conditions, validity of contracts
and technical as well as logistical information in electronic form that may be available in the
office or for other relevant parties as required.
Monitor and maintain the UNFPA Nigeria internet site, making sure all information is up to
date. Liaise and coordinate with corresponding responsible branches in DMS in reference
to technical developments and enhancements to provide informative and accurate content.
Undertake other tasks and duties as required.
REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Core competencies
ƒ Valuing diversity
ƒ Performance management
ƒ Developing people/fostering innovation and empowerment
ƒ Working in Teams
ƒ Communicating information and ideas/knowledge sharing
ƒ Integrity/commitment to mandate
ƒ Appropriate and transparent decision making
ƒ Results orientation and commitment to excellence
ƒ Self-management/emotional intelligence and conflict management/negotiating and
resolving disagreements
Functional Competencies
ƒ Business Acumen
ƒ Implementing management systems
ƒ Innovation and marketing of new approaches
ƒ Client orientation
ƒ Organizational awareness
ƒ Job knowledge/technical expertise
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
The ideal candidate should
• Be a Nigerian national (Male or Female).
• Possess University degree in Business Administration and/or speciality in Procurement
and logistics or related field preferred.
ƒ Possess a minimum of 8 years of related work experience preferably in an international,
customer focused organization
ƒ Have knowledge of reproductive health related commodities and medical terminology an
asset
ƒ Have knowledge of legal and operational aspects of contract management useful
ƒ Have experience in international procurement and logistics management is desirable
ƒ Have the ability to analyze and utilize complicated data
ƒ Have an excellent organizational and time management skills
ƒ Have the ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with customers,
suppliers and colleagues
ƒ Have the ability to perform well under pressure and flexibility in handling unexpected work
assignments as and when necessary
ƒ Be service minded and have the ability to work in team
ƒ Possess good writing and communication skills.
ƒ Have good working knowledge of MS Office applications
METHOD OF APPLICATION
All applications should include functional e-mail addresses and mobile phone numbers, letter of
application and detailed curriculum vitae (CV), attached as one file in MS WORD format only.
Applications should be addressed to The UNFPA Resident Representative, Abuja and
forwarded to e-mail addresses – vacancypdu.ng@unfpa.org latest by 27 January, 2011 and
clearly marked “Procurement Associate – ICS 06”
Please note that UNFPA will respond only to those applicants in whom it has a further
interest. Kindly also note that ONLY applications sent by e-mail will be accepted. Qualified
women are encouraged to apply.
*UNFPA reserves the right to appoint at the indicated or lower level and prior to the closing
date.
UNFPA – Because everyone counts
KINDLY NOTE THAT ONLY APPLICATIONS SENT BY E-MAIL WILL BE ACCEPTED.

United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) - Recruitment for Drivers (6 positions)

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), the leading UN organization in Reproductive Health and
Population and Development, is recruiting personnel for the following position in 3 UNFPA Sub-Offices in
Umuahia, Kaduna and Lagos.
JOB TITLE: DRIVERS – ICS 02 (6 POSITIONS)
Type of Contract: Fixed Term Appointments (FTA)
Duty Stations: Sub-Office in Umuahia (2 Posts)
Sub-Office in Kaduna (2 Posts)
Sub-Office in Lagos (2 Posts)
Duration: One year, with possible renewal subject to performance
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- The incumbent works under the general supervision of the Head, UNFPA Sub-office and provides
logistics support to the successful implementation of activities in the sub-office.
-ƒ Drives Sub-office vehicle for the transport of authorized personnel and delivery and collection of mail, documents and other items
-ƒ Meets official personnel at the airport and facilitates immigration and customs formalities as required;
-ƒ Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle, checks oil, water, battery, brakes, tyres etc; performs minor repairs and arranges for other repairs and ensures that the vehicle is kept clean;
ƒ- Logs official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc;
ƒ- Ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken in case of involvement in accident;
-ƒ Report to the Head of Sub-Office any fault detected in any of the UNFPA vehicles;
-ƒ Photocopy mails and other official documents as may be required in the office or during workshops/seminars;
-ƒ Distributes mails as appropriate to all staff within the office and to government and NGO
offices directly involved with UNFPA in the implementation of the Country Programme;
ƒ- Maintain records on travel in order to facilitate efficient tracking and monitoring.
-ƒ Performs any other duties as may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
The ideal candidate should:
™ Be a Nigerian national (male or female)
™ Possess at least Primary School Leaving Certificate
™ Possess valid professional driving license and Trade Test Certificate
™ Have the ability to read and write English
™ Have a minimum of 5 years professional driving experience with a reputable organization
™ Have work history of at least 3 years in the UN system is desirable. 2
METHOD OF APPLICATION
All applications should include functional e-mail addresses and mobile phone numbers, letter of
application and detailed curriculum vitae (CV), attached as one file in MS WORD format only.
Applications should be addressed to The UNFPA Resident Representative, Abuja and
forwarded to e-mail addresses – vacancygdr.ng@unfpa.org latest by 27 January, 2011 and
clearly marked as follows:
a. DRIVER, UMUAHIA – ICS – 02
b. DRIVER, KADUNA – ICS – 02
c. DRIVER, LAGOS – ICS – 02
Please note that UNFPA will respond only to those applicants in whom it has a further
interest. Kindly also note that ONLY applications sent by e-mail will be accepted.
Qualified women are encouraged to apply.
*UNFPA reserves the right to appoint at the indicated or lower level and prior to the closing
date.
UNFPA – Because everyone counts
KINDLY NOTE THAT ONLY APPLICATIONS SENT BY E-MAIL WILL BE ACCEPTED.


GOGGLE AND ADECCO: VACANCY FOR SALES EXECUTIVE

TEMPORARY POSITIONS FAQBUSINESS ANALYST (TEMPORARY) – LAGOS
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN LAGOS, NIGERIA
THIS IS A 10 MONTH TEMPORARY ROLE OFFERED THROUGH ADECCO.
THE AREA: SALES
Sales At Google, we believe a salesperson’s success depends on the customer’s success – and we offer our clients technology solutions to help them grow their business and maximise their return on their marketing investment. This ability requires our Sales team to have varied skills and talents, including thorough knowledge of the advertising business, understanding of complex technologies and the ability to sell effectively. We also have a keen eye for new opportunities and a skill for presenting them effectively to our clients. Working with creative, media, strategic planning, digital and search agencies, our Agency Relationships team evangelises the benefits of search marketing and explains how our products can enhance customers’ campaign strategies.
RESPONSIBILITIES:Launch Google products and programs
Conduct post-pilot research
Manage activities related to the external events
Collect and analyze data to determine the effectiveness of the products and programmes
THE ROLE: BUSINESS ANALYST (TEMPORARY)
As a Business Analyst you will launch Google products and programs as well as work on post-launch activities. Also, you will provide support for our Office Lead in Nigeria. As a Business Analyst you will play a significant role in getting african businesses online. If you are an analytical, detail-oriented self-starter who possesses strong project management skills, then this role could be perfect for you.
REQUIREMENTS:University Degree preferred with an excellent academic record
Experience and ability in common business applications (i.e., Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint)
Superior analytical skills and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication and organizational skills
HOW TO APPLYFor immediate consideration, please send a text (ASCII) or HTML version of your resume to temporaryjobs@google.com
Important: The subject field of your email must include Business Analyst (Temporary) – Lagos.
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