Seadrill (Oil & Gas) Recruits : Storekeeper & Supply Chain Coordinator

A major player in the Oil & gas Drilling Industry with a robust and competitive remuneration package invites suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacancies in her reputable organisation.
Storekeeper: T003
• Candidate must possess minimum of HND/BSc Accounting/Business Administration
• Must possess a minimum of 3 years experience in the Oil/Gas Drilling Industry especially in supply chain management
Supply Chain Coordinator S010
• Candidate must possess first degree or its equivalent Accounting/Business Administration or related fields
• Must have at least a minimum of 6 years in Oil Field Procurement and Logistics
All interested should upload their detail curriculum vitae on our website:
www.seadrill.com/careers/vacancies

Seadrill (Oil & Gas) Recruits : Driller & Assistant Driller

A major player in the Oil & gas Drilling Industry with a robust and competitive remuneration package invites suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacancies in her reputable organisation.
Driller D001

• Candidate must possess minimum of Diploma
• Must possess a minimum of 3 years Cyber Drilling Experience
• Must possess a minimum of HND, one year technical drilling course or similar qualifications. Valid pressure control certificate according to IWCF standards

Assistant Driller D002

• Must possess a minimum of HND, one year technical drilling course or similar qualifications. Valid pressure control certificate according to IWCF standards
• Must possess a minimum of 2 years Cyber Drilling Experience in the Oil/Gas Drilling Industry

All interested should upload their detail curriculum vitae on our website:
www.seadrill.com/careers/vacancies

Senior Quality Assurance Analyst: SQA/01-2011

We are one of the largest players in the upstream food processing industry, supplying quality input for the downstream Nigerian food/beverage and brewery industries. We require for immediate employment, professionals and self motivated individuals to fill the following position
Senior Quality Assurance Analyst: Ref: SQA/01-2011
Will assist in the carry out in process parameter monitoring, analysis on production processes all through its cycle as well as chemical analysis of raw material, goods in process and finished goods.
Ideal candidate must not be more than 32 years old. Must be a graduate of Biochemistry or Chemistry with good knowledge and usage of laboratory equipment. Understanding control of micro organism is an advantage. Must have at least 4 years relevant experience.
Interested candidates should forward their resume to: hr@lcvltd.com not later than 8 February 2011
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Crown Agents Nigeria Limited Recruits : Procurement Officer

Crown Agents is an international development company providing capacity building and institutional development services to public sector clients. We specialize in procurement and supply chain services, with particular strength in the health sector, revenue enhancement and debt management, banking and training. We work in more than 100 countries, as well as for international development agencies and institutions and operate at all times to the highest standards of integrity and transparency.

DUTIES
You will be responsible to provide a professional procurement and logistics service to meet the requirements of clients in the public and private sector in a timely, qualitative and cost effective manner.
Other responsibilities/job functions expected to be carried out by you are: tender preparation, tender evaluation, and contract placement, managing of suppliers’ database, procurement planning, procurement advisory and other functions that may be assigned by your Line Manager.
You will hold a degree in any related social sciences, with extensive Purchasing/Procurement experience and working knowledge of International & Local Procurement Standards.
Be computer literate and ability to use MS Office and Excel. CIPS qualification and having worked in donor funded agencies will be advantageous.

Note:
Health sector/project experience would be desirable.
To apply for this role, please email your CV with a covering letter highlighting in detail your suitability for the post and indicating your current salary to procurementjob_2011@yahoo.com.
Applications to be received not later than 8^th February 2011.
Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

Seadrill (Oil & Gas) Recruits : Engineers

A major player in the Oil & gas Drilling Industry with a robust and competitive remuneration package invites suitably qualified candidates to fill the following vacancies in her reputable organisation.
Mechanical Engineers  T004

• Candidate must possess First degree or its equivalent in Mechanical Engineering
• Must have at least a minimum of 6 years hands on experience in Cat and EMD Engines in a related industry

Electrical Engineers  T005

• Candidate must possess First degree or its equivalent in Electrical Engineering
• Must have at least a minimum of 6 years hands on experience in Cat and EMD Engines in a related industry

Safety Officer  M006

• Candidate must possess First degree or its equivalent in Electrical Engineering
• Must have at least a minimum of 4 years hands on offshore experience preferably educated in safety related matters/certifications

Dynamic Positioning Operation M007

• Must possess IMO STCW Chapter II Master and Deck department, Regulation II/3 Mandatory requirements for certification of officers in charge of a navigational watch and of master of ships of less than 500 gross tonnage, GMDSS certificate, DP certificate (class3). Tankerman Certificate lowest grade (Crude Oil). (Ref: IMO STCW, Chapter V, Section A-V/1)
• Must have at least a minimum of 3 years hands on experience in oil and gas industry

Engine Room Operator/2nd Engineer M008

• Ref. IMO STCW Chapter III Engine department, Regulation III/1 Tankerman Certificate lowest(Crude Oil). (Ref: IMO STCW, Chapter V, Section A-V/1)

• Must have at least a minimum of 4 years hands on experience in a related industry

Subsea Engineer T009

• candidate must possess First degree or its equivalent in Mechanical Engineering

• Must have at least a minimum of 6 years hands on experience in  Subsea Drilling Operations

All interested should upload their detail curriculum vitae on our website:
www.seadrill.com/careers/vacancies

Unusual Jobs That Pay Well

Going on with the latest trends you will find that some long forgotten skills are now back in demand. Also some new opportunities emerge in outdoors, entertainment and sport.
The great outdoors.
Being passionate about your field of expertise will land you a job to match. Think about all the environment issues and see how local, state and federal governments want to be seen as doing the right thing for the planet. Being a nature park ranger is now very much sought after but don't stop there. Think of all the new rules and regulations about water consumption, monitoring water quality, surveying natural resources, etc... Don't forget how to measure your carbon footprint on your resume.
Animal husbandry
A dog is man's best friend or so the saying goes. If you are keen and knowledgeable with animals there are scores of opportunities to uncover. Don't stop at being a worker in a theme park, think about working as a scientist for a museum or a government department monitoring endangered species and natural habitats. In agriculture there are lost skills in farming unusual beasts like camels, lamas, crocodiles, kangaroos, etc... What about collecting poison from venomous snakes to produce antidotes. Even the RSPCA is hiring to enforce laws against cruelty to animals.
Parra medical industry
With the burgeoning of body part replacements there is a need for technicians to produce all those knee and hip prosthesis. Quality control is paramount and this is an industry flowing with money.
Entertainment
There are scores of unusual jobs out there from entertainers in shopping malls to stunt men in movies. Being a stand-up comic in a cabaret or bar will get you to travel and see places. Musicians are still in demand for live performances. Applying in a classical orchestra might teach you how to handle rejection but think about jingles at your local radio.
Sport
You don't have to be an Olympic champion to get a job in sports. You may not qualify to coach the brightest stars but you can be an expert in a local sport store or a consultant in sponsorship schemes. Local councils have lots of venues to maintain. Competitions need lots of volunteers to organise and this is your ground floor opportunity to mingle with the crowd and make yourself useful. You will find your enthusiasm and your cheerful disposition will open doors at a later stage - not always in sport but in other fields too because outgoing people are always in demand.

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Where To Turn To If You Need To Get A Job

Everyone has experienced the economic hardships. Most of us are just interested in finding whatever job opportunities that we are able to in an effort to make some income. One area that experts claim you can start looking are job websites. These are generally great places to begin looking for careers which are will be suitable for you personally.
Think about it, people use the web for almost everything that they do. Is there any reason why we shouldn't use it to help us get jobs? There is something called job website which is very useful in helping you to easily locate what you are searching for.
A job website works in much the same way like a typical search engine. You are simply going to enter the type of job which you are searching for on the search engine, then it will do the rest for you. You can enter whatever you want into the job search engine to get the results you are searching for. This is certainly much better than trying to search in a local newspaper for work. Imagine that there is nothing in your local newspaper that is relevant to you, then what are you going to do. If you make use of a job web site, then you have option to locate jobs which are outside of your immediate location.
Possibly the best thing about a job web site is the details which they're able to go into. Using a classifieds advertising, the company is restricted to a certain quantity of words that they can buy, however with job website, they can publish just about as much as they want. They can also list contact details which will enable you to get in touch with them if you have any questions relating to the job position.
In the today's world, there's really no good reason why you should have to settle for looking for employment the old-fashioned way. You will find lots of other things that you could use today as resources to find a job in this economy. Ensure that in this hard time you are using things like job websites to help you find the important information that you're searching for.

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UN Jobs : International Media Consultant, Abuja

Closing Date: Tuesday, 01 February 2011

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UNDP
Samora Machel Street
Abuja, Nigeria

Background
Democratic governance is a concept that emerged from the principles that are based on the understanding that an effective system of democratic governance is one which is based on representative, equitable (across gender and other categories), transparent, accountable and inclusive institutions; a vibrant, responsible and capable media; and a dynamic civil society which is engaged in the political process. The overall goal of the Democratic Governance for Development (DGD) Project in Nigeria is to help develop the capacity of national and sub-national institutions, networks and processes, whether governmental or non-governmental, as a contribution to the further entrenchment of democratic governance in Nigeria.
Nigeria's next general elections are due in April 2011. With support made available by the European Commission, the UK Department for International Development, the Canadian International Development Agency and the United Nations Development Programme, the Democratic Governance for Development Project seeks to ensure that the media plays a key role in the electoral process and that its outcomes are credible and acceptable to the generality of the populace. As part of the efforts to strengthen the effectiveness of mass media in promoting a well informed citizenry, citizen engagement and accountability of public representatives and institutions of citizens, the DGD plans to work with stakeholders on the establishment and operations of Community Radio Stations for Democracy and Development in Nigeria. Preparatory to the implementation of this initiative, and in collaboration with the National Community Radio Coalition, the DGD plans to organize a national workshop on the Community Radio Stations for democracy and Development in Nigeria.
The primary objectives of the National Workshop on Building Community Radio Stations for Democracy and Development are as follows:

• To sensitise government, stakeholders and donor partners on the immense benefits of community radio stations can make towards the strengthening of the democratic process and ensure that the citizens participate in the electoral process;
• To provide a strong advocacy platform and impetus for appropriate legal reforms and regulatory frameworks that will facilitate the establishment and effective operations of community radio stations in Nigeria and;
• To improve the capacity and boost the skills of potential operators in the technical operations and sound management of community radio stations in Nigeria.

Towards this end, the DGD requires the services of an International consultant to facilitate the conduct of the National Workshop on Community Radio for Democracy and Development in Nigeria;.
Duties and Responsibilities
Functions / Key Results Expected
Summary of key functions:
To present well researched papers on thematic issues at the National Workshop on Building Community Radio for Democracy and Development in Nigeria drawing from international best practices
Functions/ Expected Results

• Carry out research on thematic issues on the feasibility and viability of community radio stations as a tool for strengthening democracy in Nigeria focusing, in particular, on international best practices;
• Make presentations at the national workshop on thematic issues related to the feasibility and viability of community radio stations as a tool for the strengthening of democracy in Nigeria focusing also on international best practices and;
• Facilitate discussions and deliberations at the technical sessions of the National Workshop on Community Radio Stations in Nigeria;

Deliverables
The consultants are expected to deliver the following outputs:

• High quality and well researched papers on specific issues related to building community radio stations for democracy and development in Nigeria;
• Presentation of well researched paper(s) at the National Workshop on Community radio Stations in Nigeria and
• Submission of recommendations on improved policy, legislative and regulatory environment for the establishment and operations of community radio stations in Nigeria;

Supervision
The Project Director of DGD will provide strategic guidance for the consultants in the discharge of the assignment while monitoring and supervision will be carried out by relevant progamme staff members.
Competencies
Corporate Competencies:

• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN's values and ethical standards
• Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
• Treats all people fairly without favoritism

Election Administration and Assistance:

• Good work experience in media support in relation to elections;

Development and Operational Effectiveness:

• Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to facilitate meetings and guide discussions towards set goals and objectives
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
• Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills

Payment Modality
The selected Consultants will be paid 15% of the engagement fee upon the assumption of duties while the balance of 85% is payable upon satisfactory performance on the deliverables in paragraph IV.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:

• A Ph.D University degree in the field of Communication, Media studies or other social science related subject.

Experience:

• At least 15 years progressive professional experience in work with Media in Nigeria
• Experience in Community radio practice in Nigeria and West Africa sub region desirable

Language Requirements:

• Strong skills in written communications in English;
• Excellent spoken English is also required.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

UN Jobs : National Consultants - Media Consultants (Two Positions), Abuja

Closing Date: Wednesday, 02 February 2011

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UNDP
Samora Machel Street
Abuja, Nigeria

Background
Democratic governance is a concept that emerged from the principles that are based on the understanding that an effective system of democratic governance is one which is based on representative, equitable (across gender and other categories), transparent, accountable and inclusive institutions; a vibrant, responsible and capable media; and a dynamic civil society which is engaged in the political process. The overall goal of the Democratic Governance for Development (DGD) Project in Nigeria is to help develop the capacity of national and sub-national institutions, networks and processes, whether governmental or non-governmental, as a contribution to the further entrenchment of democratic governance in Nigeria.
Nigerias next general elections are due in April 2011. With support made available by the European Commission, the UK Department for International Development, the Canadian International Development Agency and the United Nations Development Programme, the Democratic Governance for Development Project seeks to ensure that the media plays a key role in the electoral process and that its outcomes are credible and acceptable to the generality of the populace. As part of the efforts to strengthen the effectiveness of mass media in promoting a well informed citizenry, citizen engagement and accountability of public representatives and institutions of citizens, the DGD plans to work with stakeholders on the establishment and operations of Community Radio Stations for Democracy and Development in Nigeria. Preparatory to the implementation of this initiative, and in collaboration with the National Community Radio Coalition, the DGD plans to organize a national workshop on the Community Radio Stations for democracy and Development in Nigeria.
The primary objectives of the National Workshop on Building Community Radio Stations for Democracy and Development are as follows:

• To sensitise government, stakeholders and donor partners on the immense benefits of community radio stations can make towards the strengthening of the democratic process and ensure that the citizens participate in the electoral process;
• To provide a strong advocacy platform and impetus for appropriate legal reforms and regulatory frameworks that will facilitate the establishment and effective operations of community radio stations in Nigeria and;
• To improve the capacity and boost the skills of potential operators in the technical operations and sound management of community radio stations in Nigeria.

Towards this end, the DGD requires the services of a team of consultants (2 persons) to facilitate the conduct of the National Workshop on Community Radio for Democracy and Development.
Duties and Responsibilities
Functions/Key Results Expected
Summary of key functions:
To present well researched papers on thematic issues at the National Workshop on Building Community Radio for Democracy and Development in Nigeria
Functions/Expected Results

• Carry out research on thematic issues on the feasibility and viability of community radio stations as a tool for strengthening democracy in Nigeria focusing, in particular, on international best practices;
• Make presentations at the national workshop on thematic issues related to the feasibility and viability of community radio stations as a tool for the strengthening of democracy in Nigeria focusing also on international best practices;
• Facilitate discussions and deliberations at the technical sessions of the National Workshop on Building Community Radio Stations for Democracy and Development in Nigeria and;
• Comprehensively examine issues related to improved legislative and regulatory environment for the establishment and operations of community radio in Nigeria

The consultants are expected to deliver the following outputs:

• High quality and well researched papers on specific issues related to building community radio stations for democracy and development in Nigeria;
• Recommendations on improved policy, legislative and regulatory environment for the establishment and operations of community radio stations in Nigeria;
• Submission of blueprint (roadmap) for the establishment and operations of six community radio stations in each of the geo political zones of the country.

Supervision
The Project Director of DGD will provide strategic guidance for the consultants in the discharge of the assignment while monitoring and supervision will be carried out by relevant programme staff members.
Competencies
Corporate Competencies:

• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UNs values and ethical standards
• Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
• Treats all people fairly without favoritism

Election Administration and Assistance:

• Good work experience in media support in relation to elections;

Development and Operational Effectiveness:

• Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to facilitate meetings and guide discussions towards set goals and objectives
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
• Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills

Payment Modality
The selected Consultants will be paid 15% of the engagement fee upon the assumption of duties while the balance of 85% is payable upon satisfactory performance on the deliverables in paragraph V.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:

• A minimum of Masters degree in the field of Communication, Media studies or other social science related subject.

Experience:

• At least 10 years progressive professional experience in work with Media in Nigeria
• Experience in Community radio practice n Nigeria an added advantage.

Language Requirements:

• Strong skills in written communications in English;
• Excellent spoken English is also required.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

United Nations (UN) Jobs : Media Consultant, Abuja

Closing Date: Wednesday, 02 February 2011

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UNDP
Samora Machel Street
Abuja, Nigeria

Background
Democratic governance is a concept that emerged from the principles that are based on the understanding that an effective system of democratic governance is one which is based on representative, equitable (across gender and other categories), transparent, accountable and inclusive institutions; a vibrant, responsible and capable media; and a dynamic civil society which is engaged in the political process. The overall goal of the Democratic Governance for Development (DGD) Project in Nigeria is to help develop the capacity of national and sub-national institutions, networks and processes, whether governmental or non-governmental, as a contribution to the further entrenchment of democratic governance in Nigeria.
Nigeria's next general elections are due in April 2011. With support made available by the European Commission, the UK Department for International Development, the Canadian International Development Agency and the United Nations Development Programme, the Democratic Governance for Development Project seeks to ensure that the media plays a key role in the electoral process and that its outcomes are credible and acceptable to the generality of the populace. As part of the efforts to strengthen the effectiveness of mass media in promoting a well informed citizenry, citizen engagement and accountability of public representatives and institutions of citizens, the DGD plans to work with stakeholders on the establishment and operations of Community Radio Stations for Democracy and Development in Nigeria. Preparatory to the implementation of this initiative, and in collaboration with the National Community Radio Coalition, the DGD plans to organize a national workshop on the Community Radio Stations for democracy and Development in Nigeria.
The primary objectives of the National Workshop on Building Community Radio Stations for Democracy and Development are as follows:

• To sensitise government, stakeholders and donor partners on the immense benefits of community radio stations can make towards the strengthening of the democratic process and ensure that the citizens participate in the electoral process;
• To provide a strong advocacy platform and impetus for appropriate legal reforms and regulatory frameworks that will facilitate the establishment and effective operations of community radio stations in Nigeria and;
• To improve the capacity and boost the skills of potential operators in the technical operations and sound management of community radio stations in Nigeria.

Towards this end, the DGD requires the services of a consultant to assist the DGD in the conduct of the National Workshop on Community Radio for Democracy and Development in Nigeria.
Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of key functions:
To assist the DGD in the planning and execution of the national workshop on Building Community Radio for Democracy and Development in Nigeria
Functions/ Expected Results

• Assist the DGD in identifying relevant stakeholders for participation at the National Workshop on Building Community Radio Stations for Democracy in Nigeria;
• Assist the DGD in the contact and invitation of participants for the National Workshop on the Building of Community Radio Stations in Nigeria
• To maximize participants comprehension of key media issues in relation to January 2011 elections and coordinate active engagement of the group in discussing, raising issues, drawing conclusions, etc.
• To solicit feedback from meeting participants through informal and formal means to gauge reactions of participants and;.
• Prepare and present to the DGD a comprehensive report of the National Workshop on Building Community Radio for Democracy in Nigeria.

Deliverables
The consultants are expected to deliver the following outputs:

• Smooth conduct of the National Workshop on Community Radio in Nigeria
• Submission of comprehensive report on the national workshop and;
• Submission of blueprint (roadmap) for the establishment and operations of six community radio stations in each of the geo political zones of the country.

Supervision
The Project Director of DGD will provide strategic guidance for the consultant in the discharge of the assignment while monitoring and supervision will be carried out by relevant progamme staff members.
Competencies
Competencies
Corporate Competencies:

• Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN's values and ethical standards
• Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
• Treats all people fairly without favoritism

Election Administration and Assistance:

• Good work experience in media support in relation to elections;

Development and Operational Effectiveness:

• Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to facilitate meetings and guide discussions towards set goals and objectives
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
• Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills

Payment Modality
The selected Consultant will be paid 15% of the engagement fee upon the assumption of duties while the balance of 85% is payable upon satisfactory performance on the deliverables in paragraph V.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:

• A minimum of a Master degree in the field of Communication, Media studies or other social science related subject.

Experience:

• At least 10 years progressive professional experience in work with Media in Nigeria
• Experience in Community Radio practice an advantage;
• Previous experience in facilitating media workshops and meetings required

Language Requirements:

• Strong skills in written communications in English;
• Excellent spoken English is also required.

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.