Job Vacancy for Mental Health Advisor at a Non - Governmental Organisation (NGO)

CBM an international NGO which works to improve the welfare of persons with disabilities. We have an extensive network of mental health programmes in Nigeria and internationally, and are looking for an enthusiastic, hard-working mental health specialist with an interest in public and community mental health to further develop this work.

Position:     Mental Health Advisor

The position is based in Makurdi, Benue State but with national responsibilities. It will include training, project supervision and evaluation, and supporting research. CBM takes staff development seriously and will invest in professional development.

A successful applicant will require the following skills:

• Experience of training, managing and supervising others.
• Ability to manage finances and to support others in doing so.
• Ability to liaise with external agencies including government.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; includes ability to make presentations, write letters, produce financial and other reports and training materials.
• Confident in use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Qualifications:

• Psychiatrist (Medical Doctor with further training in psychiatry) or
• Public Health Doctor with significant experience in mental health work

How to Apply:
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity please apply with your CV by
E-mail to: Dr Julian Eaton, Mental Health Advisor, West Africa E-mail: julian.eaton@cbm-westafrica.org

Please ensure you give evidence in your CV and covering letter on how you meet the skills and qualifications for the job.

Closing date: on 14^th May 2011.

Job Vacancy for University Librarian at University of Ibadan

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below at University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria


Position: University Librarian


The University Librarian, who is a Principal Officer in the University, is the Chief Library Officer of the University and is responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the administration of the University’s Central Library (Kenneth Dike Library) which:

• houses a rich repository of publications ordinance (P.O.) materials;
• has a digitalization chamber’ where rare collections, manuscripts are processed for preservation and optimum accessibility;
• has Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) that is web-based and can be remotely accessed anywhere anytime as long as there is internet connectivity;
• coordinates the activities of mini-libraries based in thirteen (1 3) Faculties and seventy-eight departments;
• plays a critical role in the implementation of the Vision and Mission of the University of Ibadan, the foremost citadel of learning in Nigeria.

He is also responsible for the coordination of Library services in the University generally as well as its College of Medicine, Faculties/Institutes and the Postgraduate School

The Candidate

• Candidate for the post of University Librarian must possess good honours degree plus professional qualification in librarianship.
• Ph. D and membership of a relevant professional body will be an advantage.

• Candidate must also show evidence of considerable scholarship and thorough understanding of the application of new technologies to library operations and services. Computer literacy and application of ICT in library services is an essential requirement.

• In addition candidate must show sufficient evidence of contribution to knowledge through research and scholarly publications in reputable, peer-reviewed and refereed journals within and outside Nigeria; competence in job planning, organization and highly visionary and strategic thinking; strong team building ability; and good leadership and interpersonal skills.

• Candidate must have a minimum of fifteen (15) years experience. At least ten (10) of the fifteen years must have been at top leadership position in a recognized University and must have served as Deputy Librarian for at least five (5) years.

Salary: CONUASS7 (N2, 485,099-N3, 209,140)


Condition of Service

• The appointment shall be for a period of five years. The candidate may, however, be re-appointed for a further period of five years and no more. Fringe benefits include Pension Scheme as may, from time to time, be approved by the University Council, furnished accommodation, official vehicle and driver, and other benefits as applicable to similar positions

Method of Application
Candidates should forward applications and detailed Curriculum vitae (35 copies) stating Date of Birth, Marital Status, full Qualifications, Experience, Names and addresses of three (3) Referees and two Photostat copies of their certificates as well as a two-page statement of their Vision and Mission for the University to reach the Registrar, University of Ibadan, not later than 26^th May, 2011. Applicants are also requested to inform their Referees to send confidential reports on their Character, Academic and Managerial abilities in sealed envelopes marked “Post of University Librarian: Referee’s Report” direct to the Registrar, University of Ibadan, from whom further details may be obtained. This advertisement is also available on http://www.ui.edu.ng/jobs

Only applications of shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged.

Vacancy HOD (Automobile Technology), HOD (Electrical Electronics) at the FCT Agency for Science and Technology

Vacancies: HOD (Automobile Technology), HOD (Electrical Electronics)

The FCT Agency for Science and Technology seeks to engage the services of suitably qualified candidates to fill the positions below in its international Technical and Vocational Institute, Utako, Abuja.

Position: HOD (Automobile Technology)

Code: HAT/007

Qualifications

• Applicant must possess a minimum of Masters Degree  (M.sc) in relevant fields and must have at least 2^nd Class Lower.
• Must show evidence of competence in one practical area.
• Must attach a synopsis of their competencies.

Position: HOD (Electrical Electronics)

Code: HEE/008

Qualifications

• Minimum of Masters Degree in relevant fields and must have at least 2^nd Class Lower,
• Must show evidence of competence in one practical area.
• Must attach a synopsis of their competencies.

Remuneration:
The Salaries and benefits are as obtained in the consolidated Polytechnics and Colleges of Education Academic Staff salary Structure (CONPCASS) for Academic Staff of Federal Polytechnic and Colleges of Education.

Method of Application:
Interested qualified applicants should forward their applications with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and photocopies of their credentials to:
The Director,
FCT Agency for Science and Technology,
3^rd Floor, Rivers State liaison Office,
Plot 83, Ralph Shodeinde Street,
Phase II, Central Business District-Abuja,


Note:
The code for the post applied for should be indicated at the top left corner of the envelope.
Applications that are not in compliance with the requested information shall automatically be disqualified.  Application must be submitted on or before 25^th April 2011.

African Development Bank Group Recruits: Director - Operations Evaluation Department (OPEV)

• Position title: Director - Operations Evaluation Department (OPEV)
• Grade: EL4
• Position N°: NA
• Reference: ADB/11/034
• Publication date: 05/04/2011
• Closing date: 04/05/2011

Objectives

The mission of the Operations Evaluation Department (OPEV) of the African Development Bank (AfDB) is to help the Bank, through independent and influential evaluation, to foster sustainable growth and poverty reduction in Africa. OPEV contributes to the Bank’s corporate goals and overall development effectiveness by promoting accountability and learning through evaluation. The department conducts independent, systematic assessments of the relevance, efficiency, effectiveness, impact and sustainability of the Bank’s policies, strategies and operations. OPEV’s key objectives are: 

• To deliver high quality project and programme level evaluations;
• To deliver high quality thematic evaluations;
• To ensure knowledge management and dissemination;
• To support evaluation capacity development and training.

Duties and responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of the OPEV Director are as follows:

• Provide overall leadership of the department, in particular supervising and guiding the department’s management team;
• Determine the department’s work objectives and lead preparation of OPEV’s work program, staffing plan and budget,ensuring a high level of relevance to the Bank’s business ;
• Present the departmental work program and budget to CODE for consideration;
• Ensure sound human resource management in the department, including timely planning, recruitment, performance appraisal and staff development; and directly supervise OPEV Division Managers and other staff reporting to the Director;
• Ensure sound financial management in the department, including systematic budget preparation, execution and reporting;
• Monitor implementation of the Department’s work program, particularly adherence to agreed Key Performance Indicators and the timely production of the various evaluation reports;
• Provide leadership in ensuring evaluations are executed efficiently and to high standards;
• Provide leadership in disseminating evaluation results through appropriate ways and means within the Bank and within regional member countries; in ensuring development and use of effective systems for managing evaluation results and knowledge; and ensuring that evaluation results are used effectively to promote accountability and to provide useful lessons for improving future operations;
• Coordinate effective input of evaluation evidence in preparation and review of policies and operations, and participate as an observer in senior management meetings as appropriate;  
• Oversee the analysis, updating and improvement of the post-evaluation system and methodology, including systematic selection of operations and topics for independent evaluation; and ensure coherence with the Bank’s systems of supervision, self-evaluation and results reporting;
• Monitor, compare and exchange evaluation results and methodologies particularly in the context of the DAC Evaluation Network Group and the Evaluation Cooperation Group of the Multilateral Development Banks;
• Report to CODE on delivery of the OPEV work programme, and in particular on the extent to which OPEV recommendations have been accepted and implemented.

Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

• •    At least Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• •    At least 10 years of highly relevant experience, 5 of which should be at a managerial level.
• A solid knowledge of social, economic and development issues in Africa.
• Strong analytical skills and knowledge of analytical methods.
• Strategic mindset and capacity to translate strategic thinking into a compelling plan of action.
• Demonstrated ability to take prudent business risks and make effective, timely and well-determined decisions, taking due account of stakeholder interests and perceptions.
• Commitment to a high level of integrity and ethical standards, with an ability to inspire trust.
• Evidence of ability to build and lead motivated and committed teams across functional boundaries, and utilize the talent and expertise of team members in a productive way.
• Demonstrated ability to present and win support for ideas, drawing on relevant evidence.
• Excellent listening skills and cultural sensitivity, a clear commitment to diversity and capacity to initiate and manage innovation and change.
• Ability to build partnerships with a broad range of clients and deliver results that meet the needs and long term interests of clients within and outside the institution.
• Competence in the use of Bank standard software (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English or French with a working knowledge of the other.

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To apply for this position, you need to be national of one of AfDB member countries.

• Submitted by: Mohamed Mahdi YOUSSOUF, Division Manager, CHRM.1
• Approved by: Gemina ARCHER-DAVIES, Director, CHRM

Only applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online application, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). The AfDB President reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level. The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply: www.afdb.org/jobs

African Bank Development Group Recruits; Senior Secretary (GS 6) / Secretary (GS 5) - Several Departments and Divisions

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• Position title: Senior Secretary (GS 6) / Secretary (GS 5) - Several Departments and Divisions
• Grade: GS-5 / GS-6
• Position N°: NA
• Reference: ADB/11/039
• Publication date: 08/04/2011
• Closing date: 09/05/2011

Objectives

The African Development Bank is recruiting Secretaries who will report to Division Managers and Directors, and provide assistance for a wide range of administrative and operational tasks.  He/She will oversee the smooth operation of the offices’ support work and related systems by assuming responsibility for the organization and coordination of work flow as well as reviewing, processing and executing a variety of resource management transactions.  He/She will liaise with the Bank Group offices across Africa as well as with various services within the Bank’s headquarters and assure efficient communication and coordination of activities.

Duties and responsibilities

Under the overall supervision of the Division Manager and Directors, the incumbent will provide administrative support and secretarial services, and carry out the following duties:

• Devise and maintain efficient office systems;
• Organize and attend to multiple meetings, appointments, luncheons and events to ensure that responsible management is well prepared;
• Organize meetings on the basis of the Division Manager’s/Director’s schedule while preparing relevant documents and the necessary logistics and facilities;
• Track and follow up on documents, deal with faxes and general correspondence and briefs;
• Manage the flow of information by receiving, examining, sorting and monitoring the Division’s incoming and outgoing mail, taking into account the priority and urgency of the documents concerned; organize logical filing of this correspondence.;
• Handle incoming and outgoing telephone-calls;
• Establish and update the agenda and electronic mail address book; Drafting of mail and documents, in conformity with administrative instructions;
• Draft memoranda and acknowledgement letters to be submitted, along with their background documents, for the Division Manager’s/Director’s signature;
• Prepare minutes of meetings and briefs;
• Ensure the translation of documents;
• Prepare and administratively follow-up on the missions of the Division Manager/Director and staff of the Division (airline tickets, visas, hotel reservations, follow-up of per diem payments, transport reservation);
• Make necessary arrangements for visiting delegations;
• Provide general administrative support for the Department by liaising with the General Services and Procurement Department (CGSP) in respect of office accommodation, allocation of office furniture, equipment and supplies as allocated in the Department;
• Request for repair and maintenance works and follow-up to ensure that such works have been satisfactorily carried out;
• Initiate and prepare various administrative documents and forms, such as staff lists, staff absences (annual leave, home, leave, excused absence and maternity leave) as well as statistical data on staff, as required;
• Create and process expense reports in SAP;
• Be conversant with DACON application and procurement rules in regards to the hiring of consultants;
• Monitor and review expenses and bring issues related to administrative budget to the attention of management;
• Assist where applicable with the programming of operational activities by using the appropriate software.
• All other secretarial and administrative duties as required.

This Position Does Not Attract International Terms and Conditions

(Incumbents of the post will be considered as local staff and will therefore not have international status)

Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

• A minimum of a Bachelors degree in Business Management, Commerce, Administration or related discipline, preferably supplemented with courses in secretarial training/administration/office management, e.g. Pitmans, ‘Brevet de Technicien Supérieur’ in secretarial studies (BTS), “DUT”, etc.
• Preferably a minimum of four (4) years of progressively relevant and practical experience, in an executive office (preferably gained with an international organisation).
• Strong customer service skills, good organisational and planning skills, ability to multitask, attention to detail and ability to work with a diverse workforce.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and French, with a good working knowledge of the other language.
• Excellent use of Bank standard software (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, SAP).
• Strong typing skills.
• Excellent sense of initiative, enthusiasm, team spirit, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• High sense of confidentiality; in-depth knowledge of the Institution.

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• Submitted by: Mohamed YOUSSOUF, Division Manager CHRM.1
• Approved by: Gemina O. ARCHER-DAVIES, Director, CHRM

Only applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online application, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). The AfDB President reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level. The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply: www.afdb.org/jobs