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Weatherford is one of the largest multinational oilfield services companies. Our product and service portfolio spans the life cycle of the well, and includes capability in drilling and
formation evaluation, well construction, and completion. The Company provides innovative solutions, technology, and services to the oil and gas induPort Harcourt, Rivers

Job Purpose
The Field Engineer will be responsible for the successful installation of optical and electronic downhole reservoir monitoring equipment for regions supported by Production Optimisation GBU.
The installations will be performed directly by the job holder or indirectly through the supervision of 3rd parties.
The work performed on/offsite will be under customer supervision to the contracted specification.
These are to be achieved within the framework of the job scope and subject to our client contractual obligations and both regulatory and Weatherford policies and procedure requirements.
The position is classified as mobile and the job holder is required to respect the global nature of the business and be prepared to travel nationally and internationally to support business requirements in countries covered by Production Optimisation GBU.
Periods of travel and duration of work are project specific and variable.

Job Description
The Field Engineer is responsible for ensuring that he/she is familiar and confident in performing all "field operations" in advance of being required to perform the actual "field operations".
Any deficiencies identified are to be reported in a timely manner to ensure all "field operations" are performed successfully to the contracted specification.
The Field Engineer is responsible for identifying and documenting any Risk Assessment, associated with performing "field operations" in a timely manner ahead or performing the said "field operation".
The Field Engineer is responsible for ensuring he/she participates in Projects to Operations handover, evaluating the content of any Rig Book and or Procedures and Work Instructions and ensuring any deficiencies are noted and highlighted.
The Field Engineer is responsible for the Safety, Integrity and Security of all equipment used or delivered for "field operations", he/she is also responsible for ensuring all equipment is returned and any damages or shortages reported to the Company Man and PE prior to back-loading and shipment.
Work Closely with the business unit leaders to establish requirements, processes and procedures for the relevant Product Line's.
Work closely with the operations group to gian workshop and field experience.
Utilise the Weatherford competency programme to obtain the correct level of competency for the role.
Must be able to demonstrate leadership in Internal and External forums.
Setting up key standards/procedures in the Production Optimization/Reservoir Monitoring Product lines.
Conduct Market Research within the Regions to develop and maintain the GBU strategy in order to maximize our market share/ new penetration in this market to improve operating income.
The Field Engineer is responsible for all "field operations" equipment.
When arriving onsite the Field Engineer is responsible for ensuring that all equipment for installation in the Well is bench checked and where practical all Weatherford and /or 3rd party interfaces are rechecked in a timely manner ahead of Rig Floor operations.
The Field Engineer is responsible for all "field operation" reporting, including daily reports and end of job reporting. This includes accurate completion of the company's WPTS.
Any other delegated responsibilities as instructed by Line Management within the timeframe specified in a safe and efficient manner to meet business requirements, provided the instruction is reasonable and you are capable and deemed competent to fulfil these.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/ Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering or equivalent.

• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Minimum of 3-5 Years experience in relevant field.
• experienced in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point, Visio, etc…)
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to problem solve using thorough analytical skills.
• Should be able to work closely with internal and external customers.
• Self-motivated and committed to service quality a must.
• The physical ability to immediately respond to emergency situations.

You never thought the semester would the end! But now that it is, you’re not sure you’re ready.

Final exam time is stressful whether you’re prepared are not. Often, stress is our worst enemy, but by making some smart, conscious choices, you will be on your way to a less stressful final’s week and a report card that won’t make you (or your parents) cringe.

Make a plan/schedule your time Being prepared for each of your finals is going to take time. And as final’s week approaches, every minute counts. Dust off your planner or open one of the many, free online scheduling tools available and make a plan. Just getting it all laid out on paper can really reduce your stress level. This can help you to see that you really do have enough time to get everything done. And even though you have to be flexible, if you follow your plan you will be more in control of your time and of your final grades.
Prioritize the work load Not all finals are created equal. There’s no doubt that you have a class or two that’s going to take more study time. This could be because the subject matter is just more difficult for you or it could be that you slacked off in the past and now have to buckle down to make the grade. Make conscience choices about what classes you’re going to need more study time for. This may be a tough decision, but making sure that you plan more study time for the classes that are going to be the toughest can lower your stress and help you be more successful with all of your finals.
Start small, start now We’ve all heard of the quintessential college student who waits until the last minute and then crams for his finals. How successful are these types of students? The best way to attack studying for finals is by doing a little bit each day, for each class. Try reading through your notes after class each day, making notes and highlighting to ensure that you stay engaged with the material. Go through the sections of the textbook that you will be tested on and read the headings, bolded words and highlighted sections, starting a couple of weeks before your finals. This repetition may seem boring, but you are actually studying when you do this, so you won’t have to stress out later as you cram.
Be Honest with Yourself We all have our own natural rhythm and working with that, instead of against it, is one of the ways to study smart, not hard. If you’re easily distracted, avoid going to busy coffee shops to study. On the other hand, if you need some background noise, the local coffee shop might actually be a helpful place to go. Often students claim that they studied all day for an exam and still didn’t pass it. But if they are honest with themselves, most of the time they didn’t choose a good time or place in which to study, or they allowed themselves to be distracted by social media, text, etc. So be honest with yourself. If you’re a morning person, get up a little earlier and study in the mornings. If you’re at your most alert in the evenings, study them. Turn off your cell phone and log out of all social media so that you aren’t tempted to use them to avoid studying. Remember, just because your book and notes are open, doesn’t mean you are actively studying!
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I also found out today that Koller and Friedman have just released their much anticipated book Probabilistic Graphical Models from MIT press. At a lengthy 1208 pages, this should provide enough reading for a few nights!

Though it would be great if there were a one-size-fits-all study method for whatever types of exams you may have to take during your college career, there isn’t. But there are practical tips that you can put into action to make studying for each type of exam easier. Make your study time more effective by putting these six strategies in place for each of your multiple choice exams.

Start early The best way to study for any test is early. Starting the studying process early allows you to attend group study sessions, ask your professor questions and give your brain time to “digest” all of the material so that you truly know the material. A deep knowledge will help you feel confident, which will reduce test anxiety.
Study in chunks Since you are going to start your studying early, you will be able to schedule your study time in chunks of time, rather than trying to cram. Set an alarm to go off in 20, 30 or 45 minute increments and take a short break when the alarm sounds. Studying this way will assistance you in staying focused and alert while better retaining the material.
Use a free app We all know that college students love to use technology for everything, so why not use it for studying? There are several free, quality apps available now that can help you to organize material and make your own virtual notecards to study from. Using technology also allows you to use time that is normally wasted, like short breaks in between classes, to study, since you will always have your study materials with you.
Get organized Beforeyou begin studying for a multiple choice test, go through all of your class notes and get them organized. Organizing by date is often the best way, but depending on the class, you may want to organize your notes according to how concepts are related to one another. Decide what works for you so that when you sit down to “crack the books” you can save time and eliminate frustration by avoiding having to shift through your notes trying to find what you need.
Study past quizzes/exams Of course you will want to study from lecture notes and textbooks also, but reviewing past quizzes and exams from the class can provide you with a great deal of insight about what to expect this time. Look at the mistakes you made, find the patterns and then use that information to study. Did you misread questions? Did you miss multiple questions on one topic? You can also learn a lot about how this professor writes exams. Do they most often have “C” as the correct answer? Do they like to write questions in the negative? All of these pieces of the puzzle can help you study effectively and plan a strategy for taking the next multiple choice exam in the class.
Understand a wide overview of the material Multiple choice tests usually cover a large body of material. Therefore, you will need to know details about concepts, but also will need to know about most, if not all, of the material covered in the class. Starting early and staying organized will make reviewing all of this information less stressful and more manageable.

Essay questions are the story problems of exams…very few people like them, but there is no
way to avoid them. Many professors add essay questions to exams that include a mixture of types of questions, while midterm and final exams often come with a Blue Book to be filled by students with profound thoughts. But even if you are one of the many who detests essay exams, these tips will help you successfully complete them with confidence.

Take a good look

Before you start, look at each of the sections of the exam. Many professors will tell students ahead of time what types of questions to expect, but skimming through to get an idea of the number of each type and the topics covered can alleviate stress and help you better plan your time.

Gauge your time
Once you have looked at the whole exam you will have a better idea of how much time you will have to devote to each section or prompt. Many students don’t do well on essay exams because they run out of time to complete each question. By estimating how long you have to work on each individual essay question, you will be better able to keep track of time and finish each one.

NOTE: Take a watch with you to sit on the desk so that you can see the time. Even if your classroom has a clock, having a watch right in front of you will remind you to budget your time. Don’t use your cell phone for this. The examiner might see you messing with your phone and think you are cheating.

Jot down notes
When you read an essay prompt, write down a few quick key words and phrases that will help you remember points that you want to mention. When another question on the exam jolts your memory about something else you could include in one of your essay answers, take the time to add those ideas to your notes too. This will ensure that you don’t forget an important point.

Re-read the directions
By this time in your educational career, you may think you have seen it all, and therefore, don’t need to read the instructions. Wrong answer! Before you begin writing, read and then reread the directions so that you give the instructor exactly what they are asking for. By carefully reading the directions you are less likely to misinterpret a question. For example, you want to avoid comparing when you really should contrast. You may also be pleasantly surprised to find that you only need to choose one of the prompts listed instead of answering all of them.

Be specific
Since professors create essay questions to make sure that students understand the course material well enough to explain the concepts in their own words, they are looking for specifics in these types of answers. Providing examples, illustrations and details from the reading and lectures will show the instructor that you were engaged in the class.

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Established in 1978, NES Global Talent provides a complete range of contract and permanent talent solutions to the oil and gas, power, infrastructure, construction, life sciences, manufacturing and transportation sectors
worldwide. With more than 40 offices in 28 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. Offering
far more than a traditional recruitment service, we fully support our contractors while they are on assignment with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.

Job Tittle; Contract Administrator

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 3 years

Job Field; Engineering / Technical Real Estate

Job Description
Our client is a major player in the Oil and gas downstream sector and is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the position of a Contract Administrator.

Job Summary
Responsible for the management and administration of construction & property-related activities, re: below responsibilities.
Management of Properties and capital investment plan of Marketing Support. Participates and provides leadership on strategic network optimization and planning activities. Directs all property management functions, including property purchases, new leases, lease renewals and other property and facility related actions including divestment, abandonment, and government-related takings and easements. Directs all retail related construction for major and minor projects and ensures high quality, timely performance and smooth turn-over of facilities to operational group. Manages retail and commercial network maintenance in compliance with client's requirements, in a safe, competitive, and cost effective manner.

Responsibilities
Maintenance - Reliability Enters Purchase Orders (PO's) and Service Order's (SO's) including ordering materials, writing service orders, and handling invoice inquiries Processes invoices against orders, checking payment against current contracts

Capital Stewardship
Administer Capital Projects and Property, Plant & Equipment (PP&E) matters in SAP Project Setup, Maintenance, & Closure for capital improvement and network replacement projects Obtains appropriate details (i.e., budget codes, project codes, capital details, etc.) in alignment with the Marketing Support guidelines for Capital and Project Management:Project setup and budget creation Enters Purchase Orders (PO's) and Service Order's (SO's) including ordering materials, writing service orders, and handling invoice inquiries Processes invoices against orders, checking payment against current contracts Prepares and monitors asset write-offs and transfers Monitors assets under construction (AUC's) and seeking closure as appropriate Monitoring of suspense account balances and transferring to projects as appropriate Capitalizing new assets to ensure compliance with book and tax guidelines.
Project closure Health, Safety & Environment Manages all HSE initiatives and ensures compliance. Ensures that Safe Work Practices are understood and implemented, by both internal and external maintenance providers, as appropriate. Provides assistance to disseminate HSE awareness and ensures compliance of HSE policy. Coordinates with other business units as appropriate, on risk assessment, closure, and management change of sites. Implement site remedy and closure in accordance to HSE policy.

Change Leadership
Maintains SAP IT and physical filing systems for contracts and related files- in line with Company standards and guidelines - to facilitate easy access for contract generation, review, and update.Updates key variables in IT database to allow for effective management reporting and accurate payment/receipt in line with agreements, including contract terms, start, end dates, contacts, property-related information, etc.Conducts file audits as required to establish MON Plc tenure position. Updates tenure listings whenever new agreements are entered into or existing agreements are changed.Provide leadership to contractors and other service providers to ensure all understand and fulfill their roles and responsibilities in discharging their duties. Determine where competency and capacity gaps exisit and report accordinglly for It to be addressed.

Business Planning & Management Reporting
Collaborates with other team members in preparation of reports, gathering and analysis of data from SAP to ensure Marketing Support activities meet with policies and appropriate budgetary controls. Provides coaching and mentoring of outside resources as business requirement dictate.Assists in the development of capital and expense budgets, generating actual from SAP, compiling inputs from respective Specialists, reporting compiled results.Using SAP and other tools, generates management reports for:Capital and Maintenance spend and forecast, by Specialist, Project, type of project / expense, area, etc., using SAP and other reporting tools.Contract status, by Vendor, Facility, Specialist Tenure listings on retail properties Capital & Expense Forecasting.

Compliance & General Administration
Ensures all SAP activities are in compliance with corporate and accounting policies and internal controls. Local subject matter expert for accounting policies, such as expense versus capital, recognized versus non-recognized retirements, etc. Serves as liaison on all asset and project inquiries and resolutions. Serves as liaison to Accounts Payable to resolve all PO/SO inquiries.As required and identified by the Marketing Support Manager, handles the administration (IT and otherwise) of any Marketing Support-related key documentation and reporting.Answers basic inquiries regarding status of individual project expenditures and runs monthly reports. Participates in special projects as necessary, including internal and external audit inquiries

Knowledge Sharing
Feeds into the Maintenance, Construction, and Property Analyst on the effectiveness of processes and tools, with required needs for improvement

Job Requirements
First Degree/ HND in any of Engineering, Estate Management, Business Management, Architecture and Quantity Surveying

Knowledge, skills and competencies
Good working knowledge of general maintenance and repairs in retail outlets.

Experience
Minimum of 3 years in a similar role

Personal Attributes
Organized, good time management skills and of high integrity

Physical & Other Requirements
Traveling from one location to another

Method of Application
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should click here to apply online.

Deep Blue Energy Services Limited (DBESL) is a resource and solution management company that specializes in assisting international/Local companies in identifying Potential market opportunities, assisting with permits, sourcing highly skilled
employees, bidding on and negotiating contracts and navigating the often complex political and policy environment of many sub Saharan US countries. The senior management and staff of DBESL have more than twenty years (20 years) experience in successfully operating in the Sub-Saharan US market, during which we have created innovative, user friendly solutions that have opened up new markets and increased the profitability of our clients.

Job Tittle; ASSISTANT DRILLING COST CONTROLLER

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification

Location; Lagos

Job Field; Oil and Gas / Energy

ACTIVITIES
Assisting preparation of well cost estimates for Budget and PDCs
Follow up stock reconciliation between quantities issued to wells and quantities actually consumed and the consequent stock reintegration
Participate in the monthly closure activities such as the SKF,Accruals and Rig Activity reports.
Ensure quick invoice processing in the IMP-SCAN workflow
Review of Drilling PR/PO before release by hierarchy
Participate in sub-committee meetings with Partners for budget and performance review
Prepare cost control booklet for assigned rigs
Periodic review of wells cost against closure forecast for assigned rigs with credible comments for variations identified
Prepare monthly wells performance and life of project reports for assigned rigs
Ensure SOX compliance, purchase order reviews, accrual back-up etc
Provide information on drilling cash calls to aid billings to partners
Follow-up in STAR the creation of drilling RFS.
Provide necessar yinformation to Auditors and partners in Well Audits.. Contracts, POs, Invoices etc

RESPONSIBILITIES

• To fully comply with office security,health and safety instructions.
• To stay vigilant and maintain continuous awareness of hazards and surroundings.
• To report to Management on any issue they may face or observe and propose way of improvement.
• To also take careof colleagues safety and behaviour without hesitating to intervene as much as necessary.
• To give his own input and making sure the workplace is safe(obviously clean and tidy).
• To fully comply with Security rules about travelling in USA.

Qualifications

• Bsc/HND or its equivalent in SocialScience/Engineering with minimum of 5years post qual. experience
• Good analytical skill and knowledge of cost control tools such as UNISUP(SAP),Business Warehouse, Microsoft Office Suites etc.
• Good knowledge of the Oil&Gas business and good knowledge of drilling operation
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Good Accounting knowledge (Cost allocations, accruals etc)

Saipem is a large and international turnkey contractors in the oil & gas industry.
The Company enjoys a superior competitive position for the provision of EPC/EPCI services to the oil industry both onshore and offshore with a particular focus on the toughest and most technologically challenging projects and activities in remote areas. Saipem is a global contractor, with strong local presence in strategic and emerging areas such as West Africa, North Africa, Central Asia, Middle East, and South East Asia and it employs over 48,000 people, comprising more than 125 nationalities.

Job Tittle; Planning Engineer

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 5 years

Location; Lagos

Job Field; Engineering / Technical Oil and Gas / Energy

MISSION
Establish and manage effectively a planning and progress control system in order to support the Project Manager decision making process and allow him to complete the project according to the internal baselines and in compliance with the contractual dates and requirements.
Ensure any deviation from plan is promptly spotted and analyzed, final time impact is estimated and the effect of corrective actions taken is monitored.
Create a schedule awareness atmosphere among all project participants.

TASKS
During the commercial phase:
? Ensure the development of the project schedule according to the commercial needs. Verify feasibility and criticality.
? Participate to the commercial risk management activities.

At project start up:
?Ensure the implementation of the Planning and Progress Control System required by the contract complexity, riskyness and duration, in compliance with the Project Breakdown Structure, Company Standards and Contract specifications.
? Interface and coordinate with other Company Functions or Discipline Leaders/Supervisors and Managers to build up activities, assign milestones and constraints by issuing the logic network.
? Prepare all the reference baseline documents, and ensure that the projects planning and scheduling requirements are properly and clearly communicated to those functionally responsible for executing the work.
? Issue all the relevant reporting.
? Issue the Planning & Scheduling Procedure, Progress Measurement Procedure and Risk Management Plan for the Project Control Manager verification.
? Coordinate the risk management activities startup organizing the first brainstorming and the qualitative / quantitative assessment of the identified risks & opportunities.
? Perform the schedule risk analysis for highly critical projects.
During the project execution phase:
? Ensure the effectiveness of the Planning and Progress Control System, monitoring the progress measurement system and ensuring the proper information flow, progress status and completion forecast are assessed and reported for Engineering, Procurement, Fabrication, Construction and Commissioning phases.
? Update all Project Schedules, collecting actual data, evaluating forecast dates and monitoring any progress and productivity deviation compared with the baseline schedule, including the corrective actions taken by the PM.
? Maintain the risk management process organizing periodic meetings and verifying the risk owners feedbacks.
? Maintain records for all significant events, like contractual claims/obligations, productivity, deliverables, materials status, with extensive use of Company/Partner/Client IT systems and reports.
? Create and maintain the 90 days look-ahead schedule, weekly, monthly. Isolate any adverse trend and warn the PM on time to take corrective actions, issue weekly and monthly project reports (internal and for the Client).
? Assist the Project Control Manager in the Project Status Report preparation.
? Participate in the coordination meetings (internal or with the Client whenever opportune).
? Support the Project during the contract changes/claims process providing the time impact analysis.

At project closure:
? Support the Project Control Manager in the preparation of the Project close-out Report and the schedule and productivity feed-back data to Project Control and Commercial Department.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Engineering or Technical degree
• A minimum of 5 years in planning and scheduling experience in a reputable Construction Company
• Experience in the Oil & Gas sector, especially in EPC Projects (Onshore and/or Offshore)
• Good working knowledge of the Microsoft package, as well as good experience in Primavera P6.7.

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 2 years

Location; Lagos

Job Field; Oil and Gas / Energy

Job description
Obtain and acquire knowledge of project documentation and specification requirements, standards and codes as required by the scope of the contract.
Ensure that material receiving inspections are carried out.
Ensure that all personnel performing inspection and testing requiring experience and qualifications are identified and that their qualifications are kept updated and recorded.
Ensure that all testing and measuring equipment are identified, calibrated and suitable for testing and that instructions for their use and setting are available.
Ensure implementation of Inspection and Test Plans for structural steel, vessels, column, tanks, spheres, heat exchangers and air coolers, skid mounted packages, piping, pipe supports, pipe ways, pipelines etc., and perform, with a minimal external support from his Supervisor, all pertinent quality control and on site surveillance.
Witness inspection and testing and ensure that they are performed as scheduled in order to meet project objectives.
Evaluate inspection and testing results in accordance with requirements defined in the Contract.
Provide support for any identified potential non-conformance or any work defects occurring systematically.
Ensure that non-conformance reports have been closed out satisfactorily and that pertinent documentation have been completed.
Ensure the timely issuing of inspection and testing quality records and check their adequacy to demonstrate the conformity of construction works to the Quality Control Plans.
Collect and maintain inspection and test records and status.
Review quality records summaries and their traceability by system, part or area of plant as required for mechanical completion and for documentation to be handed over to client.

Desired Skills and Experience

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or any other related field of study.
• A minimum of 2 years work experience in Piping/Mechanical Quality Control position.
• Proven skills in Piping/Mechanical operation activities, pipe insulation, Coating / painting methods, construction activities, control of instrument calibration; industry standards, quality control activities, quality inspection activities, quality reporting and site material control.
• Proven computer skills (Microsoft Excel & Word)
• Resident in/willing to reside in Warri area.

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 4 years

Location; Lagos

Job Field; Building and Construction Oil and Gas / Energy

Mission
Manage the Mechanical Systems and the Project Quantities both for accounting purposes and progress measures ensuring correctness and accuracy of data and in compliance with company procedures and project requirements
Tasks
Create and update the project bill of quantities in the form of a quantity record booklet according to active and passive invoicing procedures
Update the project management database with actual data
Verify the actual quantities in order to assess both the active and the passive progress measurement according with the contracts in place
Supply quantitative data for the preparation of Extra Works and Dayworks
Ensure the monitoring of daily man hours/equipment spent by construction contractors or in direct hiring

At the multidisciplinary level:
Monitor the actual quantities in order to assess both the active and the passive progress measurement according with the contracts in place
Verify the correct implementation and use of the project management information systems for the project (also for subcontractors)
Verify the correct implementation of quantities data for extra works and dayworks and provides assistance to carry on the new prices analysis
Verify data consistency in respect to company procedures and project agreements
Assist the Mgmt Syst.and Quantity Manager for the creation of the necessary reports
Verify the monitoring of daily man hours/equipment spent by construction contractors or in direct hiring
Assist in the technical-administrative settling of claims presented by sub-contractors
Ensure the set-up, the training and the implementation for the Project of the Mechanical Information Systems for the piping spooling, for the complete management of the welding data production till the hydro test completion phase and the proper traceability of spools/fabricated material during Construction Works

Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Quantity Surveying.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in an Engineering/Construction firm (preferably in the Oil & Gas industry).
• Good working knowledge of the MS Office (particularly MS Excel) and AutoDesk AutoCAD (not mandatory but highly recommended).
• Foreign education or work experience preferable.

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 3 years

Location; Lagos

Job Field; Oil and Gas / Energy Procurement / Store-Keeping

Job description
? Verify the completeness of contract documents (consistency check) and distribute them to project team members
? Track client, subcontractors, vendors obligations
? Administer the contract ensuring that project is performed in line with contractual obligations
? Liaise with project team, coordinate Project Contract Review, participate to meetings, manage and file all correspondence
having a contractual relevance exchanged during project execution with clients, partners, subcontractors, vendors and authorities
? Monitor contract risks of critical work packages (subcontractors, vendors) and propose remedial actions
? Manage the change process on the project, including change orders, claims, back charges, penalties, new prices, dispute
handling and resolution (except for litigation and arbitration) towards clients, main subcontractors and key vendors, ensuring
that notices and notifications are issued as per contractual requirements, and participate in the generation of additional
revenue as entitled by the contracts.
? Check consistency between records, reports and correspondence, verify supporting documentation for invoicing and
monitor that payments received are in line with the contractual terms
? Prepare reporting for project, company and corporate
? Ensure that Golden Rules and Silver Guidelines are implemented
? Maintain necessary liaison with other competent Saipem functions, in particular with Financial Administration, Insurance,
Procurement and Risk referents
? Ensure all Project Certificates are duly issued by clients (e.g. Milestone Completion Certificates, Mechanical Completion,
Handover Certificate, Provisional Acceptance Certificate)
? Provide collection and sharing of lessons learned, feedback and returns of experience on issues/criticalities encountered
during project execution.

Desired Skills and Experience
Civil Engineering, Law, Quantity Surveyor or Business Administration Degrees;
Relevant experience, minimum of 3 years, in Oil and Gas sector
Contract law specialized knowledge, strong negotiation skills, target oriented, excellent interpersonal skills, planning and analysis capabilities, knowledge of Oil & Gas projects, engaged in professional growth and continuous improvement.
Job Tittle; Civil QC Inspector

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 3 years

Location; Lagos

Job Field; Oil and Gas / Energy

Job description
Execute the specific inspections on materials, equipment and construction/installation activities on site.
Issue the relevant Quality Records and, when necessary, write and send to Quality Control Supervisor non-conformances reports.
Check the preparation of foundations.
Check the correct preparation of reinforcements.
Check the certifications regarding element mixes, LASTM test, chemical analysis, grain size analysis.
Monitor atmospheric conditions during pouring operations.
Monitor correct curing operations.
Check the sampling operations (when required).
Review the laboratory examination results.
Check sub-grade dry density.
Check moisture content.
Check compression strength test.
Check after execution of casting.
Check materials quality (wire, fitting, etc.)
Verify special processes and the relevant workers qualifications.
Orderly collect, check and manage documents certifying tests, controls and inspections carried out witnessing the tests, controls and inspections carried out.
Check the conformity with the Quality Control Plan and obtain the relevant documentation.
Ensure the correct implementation of the approved Quality Control Plans/Inspection Test Plans.

Desired Skills and Experience

• A degree in Civil Engineering or any other related field of study.
• A minimum of 3 years work experience in Civil Engineering and Civil Quality Control position.
• Proven skills civil works activities, construction activities, control of instrument calibration; industry standards, quality control activities, quality inspection activities, quality reporting and site material control.
• Proven computer skills.

Culminate Consulting is a professional service firm specializing in recruiting, training and consulting. We currently requesting for the service of a Business Development Officer with keen focus of Human Resources

Job Tittle; Business Development Officer

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Location; Lagos

Job Field; Sales / Marketing

Job Requirement

• Develop strategies to sell the company products and services
• Must be goal driven and able to meet marketing target
• Update the company’s job portal and oversee the general activities of the site
• Strategies on various means of projecting the company services to the outside world

• HND/ B.Sc. in Mass comm. Bus Admin, Computer or any other relevant social science course
• Excellent use of computer and social media tools including Facebook, Twitter, Instogram compulsory
• Experience in marketing in the HR field preferred but not necessary
• Good communication and written skills in English
• Highly Motivated

Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package including: medical and dental plans; paid vacation, holidays
and sick leave; personal accident insurance; 403(b) retirement plan; life and disability insurance; travel insurance;
education assistance plan and more.
Note: The successful candidate selected for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.

Job Tittle; Sr. Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; MBA/MSc/MA PhD/Fellowship

Experience; 7 years

Location; Abuja

Job Field; Administration / Secretarial NGO/Non-Profit

Overview:
Sr. Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor needed to lead monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities for a new USAID-funded project in USA which will contribute to state-level reduction in under-five child and maternal mortality, and to increased capacity of health systems (public and private) to sustainably support access to primary health care. Advisor will design, implement and supervise project M&E activities, frameworks, plans and indicators to capture project performance results and provide effective, accurate and timely monitoring, evaluation and reporting of all project activities. Advisor will also be responsible for documenting and disseminating program successes and challenges to USAID, as well as designing and conducting operations research. This position is contingent upon an award from USAID.

Responsibilities:
Oversee the development and implementation of the Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP) to capture project performance and results, including routine service delivery data reporting, baseline and endline assessments if needed, and all monitoring for process and outcome evaluations
Work with Technical Advisors to ensure that program activities are implemented and directed to meeting desired goal and objectives
Lead results reporting to USAID by providing written documentation on M&E activities and indicator results for progress and annual reports, as appropriate.
Provide leadership and direction on M&E to ensure the project’s technical and financial integrity to achieve project goals and corresponding objectives and targets
Ensure high-quality implementation, consistent with USA’s national health guidelines, protocols, information and reporting systems
Conduct targeted evaluations and operations research, including design, data collection, management and analysis
Develop and oversee data flow pattern for the project, to ensure timely data collection and reporting
Lead efforts to monitor and evaluate project interventions, document results and provide feedback to stakeholders to guide decision-making
Lead efforts to utilize training monitoring systems to track and monitor trainers and participants at training events to facilitate follow-up and recordkeeping. Utilize the training data collected to inform strategic decision-making and project planning
Ensure quality of data through data verification procedures, including routine data quality audits
Cultivate strategic M&E relationships and alliances with other USAID projects and represent M&E activities in public and professional circles through meetings, conferences, and presentations
Ensure relevant data is entered into J-RISE, Jhpiego’s organization-wide performance management system designed to capture, analyze, and disseminate project data
Plan and implement M&E related capacity-building activities for relevant stakeholders in order to improve state-wide M&E related practices
Promote and support the dissemination of project information among the project team
Ensure that resources for project implementation are available
Work with project and financial staff to prepare and track progress of project and activity budgets
Supervise a team of M&E professionals
Coordinate all M&E capacity-building activities with project staff, implementing partners and facility staff

Required Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in public health, demography, statistics, social sciences or related field
• 7 years senior iM&E experience in the international health sector
• Proven expertise in quantitative and qualitative methodologies, operations research, health management information systems, reporting, data quality assessments, data analysis and presentation
• Demonstrated expertise working in a leadership capacity with international donors, senior government officials and policymakers
• Demonstrated strong management, coordination, teamwork and planning skills with proven ability to function effectively with multiple host-country counterparts in both the public and NGO sectors
• M&E experience in reproductive, maternal, newborn and child health
• Familiarity with USA’s health management information system and other national M&E systems including the use of DHIS2
• Experience and understanding of USAID frameworks and eporting systems
• Excellent writing and communications skills, including demonstrated technical writing skills for publication
• Ability to work effectively with diverse international teams
• Ability to work in a complex environment with multiple tasks, short deadlines and intense pressure to perform
• Strong technical skills, including ability to process and analyze data using one or more statistical software packages, including at least one of the following: SPSS, Epi-Info, Stata, MS Access
• Fluent in written and spoken English
• Excellent facilitation, oral and written communications skills
• Ability to travel up to 30 % nationally and internationally
• USA nationals strongly encouraged to apply

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; MBA/MSc/MA PhD/Fellowship

Experience; 10 years

Location; Abuja

Job Field; Administration / Secretarial Finance / Accounting / Audit

Overview:
Finance and Administration Manager will be responsible for providing the financial and administrative management for a new USAID-funded project in USA which will contribute to state-level reduction in under-five child and maternal mortality, and to increased capacity of health systems (public and private) to sustainably support access to primary health care. This includes oversight of all financial and contractual aspects of the project and work closely with project staff to ensure accurate financial, contractual and administrative reporting of the project. The Director will ensure that the financial reports are compatible with standard accounting practices and follow Jhpiego and USAID rules and regulations. Manager will also be responsible for ensuring cost consciousness, efficient spending and for implementing and maintaining an on-site financial accounting and bookkeeping system required to assure the integrity and effective performance of project financial operations

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all financial planning, budgeting and reporting for the project
• Provide guidance to Chief of Party regarding the financial requirements of the project and office operations
• Prepare accurate budgets, track expenses, ensure that required financial controls and cost-performance monitoring mechanisms are in place and adhered to, prevent over or under expenditure of budgets, ensure proper safeguards of funds and ensure compliance with established USG and headquarters’ financial, accounting and administrative procedures
• Review, reconcile and monitor all project accounts, including major program operating accounts and petty cash operations involving cash advances
• Determine updated monthly project accruals and projections to support forecasting accuracy and program completion, as required
• Provide guidance, monitoring and support to project team, including procurement for goods and services, logistical support for local and international travel for staff and consultants, financial oversight of local sub-grantees (as needed) and maintenance of office inventory
• Provide guidance and support for contracts development and management
• Provide financial capacity-building for local grantees
• Maintain and administer project financial accounting system
• Prepare the monthly financial report by using adapted finance software (Quick Books)
• Use various software applications such as spreadsheets, relational databases, statistical packages, and graphic packages to assemble, manipulate, and format data and/or reports
• Implement and oversee a detailed financial reporting and reimbursement process in accordance with Jhpiego's established financial system
• Make in-country budget adjustments and other cost improvement measures, as required
• Direct and oversee the monitoring and annual auditing of cost-share requirements, tracking and reporting
• Work collaboratively with the project team and headquarters staff to ensure proper project and financial reporting, spending and compliance with project terms and conditions
• Provide financial reports, including pipeline analysis, quarterly project reports, or as requested by the donor
• Ensure that USAID resources are appropriately directed to program priorities and are in line with program work plans
• Contribute to program team in developing work plans and annual budgets for program activities and local office costs
• Manage all sub-grants to local grantees ensuring awardees’ compliance and reporting
• Ensure that Jhpiego personal files for project staff have all the relevant records including employment agreement and job description
• Work loosely with auditors during audit of the program
• Serve as a resource person for non-finance staff on USAID, JHU and Jhpiego rules and policy
• Provide financial oversight to finance officers
• Ensure that proper human resources administration procedures are in place for project staff, including tracking of leave, sick days, absence and other human resources actions
• Ensure compliance by all assigned staff to the JHU and Jhpiego timekeeping requirements, as well as, the staff’s timely approval of timesheets

• Advanced degree in finance, accounting, business or relevant field
• 10 years' financial and cost management experinee in international development program operations, preferably in Sub-Saharan Africa
• 5 years' senior-level finance and administrative experience for international health programs with annual budget over $5 million
• Knowledge of USG cooperative agreements and grant/contract management regulations
• In depth knowledge of USG cost principles, including USAID regulations, GAAP accounting rules and grants contract management
• Knowledge of global operations and ability to determine and assign priorities with respect to field office support requirements and issues
• Experience must include financial analysis and reporting, cash flow analysis, budget development and forecasting
• In-country field experience, including supporting implementation of national/provincial/district-level programs
• Ability to develop and implement new procedures and work processes to more effectively support the coordinated implementation of global programs and offices
• Strong time management skills and ability to work in an unstructured environment
• Results-oriented but with the ability to understand the need for flexible processes
• Strong knowledge of federal cost principles, administrative requirements, and other applicable rules and regulations regarding implementation of federal awards
• Excellent oral and written communications skills in English
• Proficiency in QuickBooks and MS Office (Word, Excel, Access and Power Point)
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally up to 30% of time

White Soul Motors Limited, incorporated in 1996 is a leading importer, distributor and marketer of various brands of brand new and very clean foreign used vehicles. We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Tittle; Receptionist/Secretary

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 2 years

Location; Lagos

Job Field; Administration / Secretarial

Job Description
Welcomes visitors through warm greetings either in person or on the telephone.
Directs visitors by maintaining employee and department directories, passing down instructions to all appropriate channels as instructed.
create, engage and manage all online conversations and social media account.
You subtly engage customer not in unnecessary conversations but in ensuring that their mission and needs are understood and catered for.
Maintain security by following procedures, monitoring logbook and issuing visitor badges.

Requirements

• Candidate must possess B.Sc/HND in Secretariat Studies, Mass Communication or Business Administrative.
• Minimum off 2-3 years cognate experience.
• Good communication skills.
• Smart with I can attitude.
• Female only.

Created in 1833, Lafarge group, headquartered in France, is the world leader in building materials, with top-ranking positions in three of its activities: No 1 worldwide in Cement, No 2 worldwide in Aggregates & Concrete, and No 3 worldwide in Gypsum.
Located in 62 countries with 64,000 employees, Lafarge is a world leader in building materials, with top-ranking positions in its Cement, Aggregates & Concrete businesses. In 2013, Lafarge posted sales of 15.1 billion euros.

Job Tittle; Legal Officer
Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Location; Lagos

Job Field; Law / Legal

Business Unit: WAPCO Operations

Job Type: Permanent

Job Description
Provides assistance in preparing, drafting and vetting all agreements.
Conduct legal research to assist legal manager in rendering accurate legal opinion and high standard of commercial practice
Render returns at CAC.
Organise the Legal Library, update and keep record of books.
Update the filing system and properly serialize all documents. Assist legal manager in proper documentation/ record keeping of all matters.
Make data entries required for updating Group legal reporting tool – Blue print in line with laid down procedure and after clarification from legal manager.
Update list of contracts, guarantees, indemnities and security documents, titles, leases, licenses etc. and ensure proper records are obtained and kept.
Update list of litigation- cases database regularly and provide monthly reports on cases and law firm handling it. Assist in general litigation administration.
Assist in collation and binding of Board Papers. Dispatch and issuance of notices for meetings. Raise all allowances and requisitions for Directors.
Maintain list and addresses of Directors, Audit Committee, Shareholders’ Association and prepare allowances and entitlements due to same.
Monitor and attend cases at court pre-trial and trial stages and provide report on suitability of law firm handling the matter.
Conduct investigations internal and external to outline legal issues affecting the Company and proffer solutions.
Assist head office, Sagamu works and Ewekoro works in handling accident and criminal matters, including actual court appearances.
Maintain House Ownership scheme records.
Receive claims from Plants and Head office and report to the Legal Manager.
Collate and prepare shareholder queries for onward transmission to the registrars.
Obtain information from departments for briefing external lawyers, where necessary and assist in collating Legal Reports, Documents/Correspondence on Litigations.
Conduct investigations on competition and new legislations affecting the Manufacturing sector and provide report.
Ensure that Company Quarry lease approvals are renewed and provide monthly report on status of mining leases.
Monitor Company property matters provide monthly reports on Company land and property matters, including status of title.
Conduct legal research to enhance company compliance with international regulations and collate quarterly reports.
Monitor environmental and commercial legislation affecting the Company. Conduct regular visits to the Plants and other company locations such as the depots to identify areas of legal risk.
Update licences/permits

Duties & Responsibilities
Assist in managing and coordinating the affairs of Legal Department within the BU to enhance quick and efficient Litigation management, contracts administration, prompt legal/returns reporting and proper record keeping.

Essential & Desirable Skills
Handle as many legal issues as possible internally to reduce cost of paying external lawyers.
Keep accurate files and ensure all issues are properly documented.
Maintain a Law library that is up to date and aid legal research effectively
Ensure up to date blue print reporting.
Monitor litigation adequately to avoid unnecessary lacunae to save cost.
Make prompt returns to regulatory Bodies e.g C.A.C, N.S.E, S.E.C, N.OT.A.P e.t.c.

Method of Application
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It is estimated that up to 1/3 of all college students transfer before they complete their initial degree. While some students transfer from a 2-year to a 4-year college, many who begin at 4-year colleges decide they desire a change by the end of their freshman year. There are many reasons why you may consider moving schools, but this is a big decision that shouldn’t be made in haste. Complete these action steps before making the final decision regarding where you will finish your degree program.
Question your motivation
Don’t assume that a new college will make everything all better. If you are transferring, for example, because of academic probation, the habits and behaviors that got you in that situation will follow you. Or, if you didn’t make any close friends that first year, moving to another college will give you more of the same unless you challenge yourself to join in more. Make sure that you aren’t buying into the idea that the grass is always greener on the other side.
Question your major
If you are finding your original degree a disappointment, you may be able to change majors instead of transferring colleges. You have a better chance of keeping all of the credits you have already accrued if you stay where you are, but change your major. If your current university doesn’t have the program you are considering, start doing your research on what schools do.
Visit other campuses
Take the time to visit some other campuses before you make your final decision about where you want to transfer to. Even if you visited at the end of your senior year of high school, you are wiser now about what aspects of college life are important to you. Revisit potential colleges that you already visited and new ones that you haven’t seen before. Look at each campus with fresh eyes to make the best possible choice.
Ensure your credits will transfer
Whether or not you plan to stay in the same degree program once you change schools, you need to meet with a transfer counselor at the schools you are considering to see how many of your completed credits will transfer to your new school. This may be one of the deciding factors on if and where you move. If many of the credits won’t transfer, you may end up needing to stay in school a few additional semesters. Make sure this is acceptable before making your final decision.
Check into extracurricular activities, groups and clubs
Some students feel they are at a disadvantage being a new student who isn’t a freshman. It can feel lonely when other upper-classmen already have their social place, but you don’t since you are new to the college. Once you have narrowed down your top choices of transfer schools, look carefully at what opportunities they have to meet new people within your range of interests. You may be able to contact the groups before attending in the fall, so that you already feel connected. Look for group social media pages, such as Facebook, Tumblr and Twitter. You may even find a transfer student group page for your college there too.
Final Thoughts
Some colleges “do” transfer better than others. But you should expect to do some of the legwork yourself to seek out opportunities and resources. Universities usually roll out the red carpet for incoming freshman, but that isn’t the case for transfer students. I guess they figure you’ve already done the “new student thing,” so you should be able to figure things out on your own. Make sure to take the initiative to get the most that your new university has to offer.
Lastly, remember that there are genuinely sound reasons for transferring colleges, but no college will be perfect. My daughter transferred after her first year, and though she is much happier at her new university, she can honestly say that there are some things that her original college does better than her new one does. But she knows she still made the right decision for her, even though it isn’t all perfect. Decide what aspects of your current university aren’t working for you and what ones are. Then you can use those insights to learn about possibilities that might be a better fit for you in a new school.

While it was his frenetic visual style that made Fight Club one of the definitive pictures of the nineteen-nineties, recent years have seen David Fincher take on an increasingly controlled and reflective approach to movie-making. His latest undertaking – a follow-up to the Academy Award nominated The Curious Case of Benjamin Button – is The Social Network, an enthralling tale of betrayal and intellectual property theft based loosely on the real life founding of the massively popular internet website, Facebook. Adapted from perhaps one of the best scripts in living memory by West Wing scribe Aaron Sorkin, the movie is a stunningly absorbing and superbly acted drama with a flawless pace and mesmerizing aesthetic. It is a film that offers a brutal critique of one of its most influential figures of the internet age, and one that sees Fincher’s evolution as both a storyteller and an artist come magnificently to a head.

Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading public health NGOs in USA, implementing programmes in reproductive health, HIV & AIDS prevention, and maternal and child health. SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of USA, the British Department for International Development (DFID) and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), as well as the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria among other international donors. We seek to recruit qualified persons due to new programme initiatives and growth. We offer professionals opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration. We require competent candidates for the following positions:

Assistant Procurement Manager (Non-Health) Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 5 years

Location; Abuja

Job Field; NGO/Non-Profit Procurement / Store-Keeping

Job Reference code: ASSTPROCMGR-ext Job Profile:

This is an Assistant Manager position reporting to the
Manager, Non-Health Procurement. This position supports the Manager to ensure efficient procurement of services for SFH’s various projects and units. S/He will support in the key procurement processes leading up to vendor selection with special emphasis on generating solicitation documents for high value and complex procurements and managing the open-tender processes in compliance with SFH’s policies.

Qualifications/Experience:
• Must possess first degree in a relevant field
• Must be CIPSN/CIPS certified
• Must possess a minimum of five (5) years post NYSC of demonstrated experience in purchasing and supply/procurement function
• Hands on experience in the use of SAP ERP for procurement business solutions will be of added advantage.
• Must be literate and versatile in Microsoft, Excel and Access packages
• Must possess good analytical and interpersonal skills

Research, Measurement and Results Assistant Manager Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 5 years

Location; Abuja

Job Field; NGO/Non-Profit

Job Profile:
This is an assistant manager position reporting to the
Manager, Research, Measurement and Results. This position will provide back-up support for all the M&E personnel in the project states while working with the Head of Research to meet all reporting obligations for the ESMPIN programme. S/He will assist in the generation of data for the project’s performance monitoring plan and will monitor project indicators as well as provide the project measurement specialist and project team with information. Will also assist in the development of reports based on key project initiatives.

Qualifications/Experience:
• Must possess a first degree in Sciences/Medical/Behavioural/Social Sciences or its equivalent in a relevant field
• Must have a minimum of five (5) years post NYSC experience in implementing monitoring and evaluation activities for health and related programmes
• Must have considerable expertise in mix methods (qualitative and quantitative) M&E and research
• Must possess ability to analyse and interprete both qualitative and quantitative data to inform programming
• Must be proficient in the use of SPSS, STATA, Epi-Info or CS Pro
• Knowledge of DHIS data base software will be of added advantage
• Experience in conducting monitoring visits, utilising check list and other tools, including ability to develop M&E protocols tools as needed
• Must have excellent interpersonal, communication (oral and written) and presentation skills

WHP MCH/RH Health Communication Coordinator (HCC) Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 3 years

Location; Kaduna, Enugu, Abuja

Job Field; Medical / Health / Safety NGO/Non-Profit

Locations: FCT, Kaduna and Enugu States

Reference Codes: FCT- WHPHCCfct-ext

Kaduna- WHPHCCKad-ext

Enugu- WHPHCCEnugu-ext

Job Profile:
This is a Senior Officer position reporting to the Territorial Manager with a dotted reporting line to the Women’s Health Project (WHP) Programme Manager. The successful candidate(s) will lead the implementation of MCH/RH activities and/or interventions at the regional level. With the support of the Territorial Manager, the staff member will coordinate and ensure successful implementation of all MCH/RH activities within the designated region.

Qualifications/Experience:
• A first degree in health/biological sciences, social sciences, pharmacy or communication arts.
• Must have at least 3 years post NYSC work experience on similar job.
• Possess basic knowledge of MCH/RH services
• Candidates should be able to communicate proficiently in the dominant language of the region.
• S/He must be attuned to and be comfortable with the culture/traditions of the people.
• Excellent communication, presentation, report writing and mentoring skills
• Supervisory relationship management/advocacy skills
• High level of integrity

Senior Media Officer Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 3 years

Location; Abuja

Job Field; Media / Advertising / Branding NGO/Non-Profit

Job Reference Code: SOFFMEDIA-ext

Job Profile:
This is a Senior Officer position reporting to the Director of Marketing Communications. The Gates funded MNH project utilises behavioural change communication through the media to promote uptake of proven MNH innovations and life saving interventions in Gombe State. The Media Officer is tasked with documenting activities, producing reader friendly reports for donors, internal/external partners and media consumption, creating and maintaining social media presence for the project, promoting and creating awareness for the project through publicity campaigns and providing administrative support.

Qualifications/Experience:
• A first degree in mass communication, theater arts or any of the humanities.
• Minimum of 3 years work experience in the media or strategic communications department in a Non Governmental Organisation
• Highly developed inter-personal and organisational skills
• Creativity and initiative are important for this position and must be demonstrable
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Collaborative and relationship management skills
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Publisher or Corel draw, Power Point
• Demonstrable experience in actual execution of social media activities including evidence of personal Blogs/tweets, and management of third party social media platforms, including, but not limited to Facebook, Foursquare, Pinterest, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Google+ and Path

Demand Creation Representatives (DCR) Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 2 years

Location; Rivers, Ogun, Delta, Adamawa

Job Field; NGO/Non-Profit Pharmaceutical Sales / Marketing

Job Reference Code: Delta-DCRDELTA-ext

Rivers-DCRRIVERS-ext

Ogun-DCROgun-ext

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Job Profile:
This is an Officer position reporting to the Area Sales Manager. The successful candidate(s) will be responsible for promoting and increasing access to SFH ethical products, in addition to non-ethical products across the states of the territory. The person will be responsible for demand creation among providers and caregivers, identification and engagement of new service delivery points and effective engagement/management of trade channel members and professional bodies.

Qualifications/Experience:
• First Degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences (B.Pharm).
• Minimum of 2 year post NYSC experience working in a reputable pharmaceutical establishment (preferably under marketing)
• In-depth product knowledge, good selling and medical detailing skills
• Passion for the job and readiness to go the extra mile
• Good analytical and critical thinking skills
• Accountability and ownership of tasks & results
• Excellent people management and motivation skills
• High level of integrity

Global Fund Malaria State Focal Person

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 3 years

Location; Zamfara, Osun, Ogun

Job Field; NGO/Non-Profit

Job Reference Code: Ogun-GFMALOgun-ext

Osun-GFMALOsun-ext

Zamfara-GFMALZAM-ext

Job Profile:
This is a Senior Officer position reporting to the Territorial Manager with a dotted reporting line to GF Malaria Programme Manager. The successful candidate will lead on the implementation of Global Fund Malaria activities and/or interventions at the regional level. With the support of the Territorial Manager, the staff member will coordinate and ensure successful implementation of all GF Malaria activities within the designated region.

Qualifications/Experience: The desired candidate:
• A First Degree in Social/ Medical/ Behavioural Sciences with a minimum of 3 years post NYSC experience in social development work
• Experience in health commodities supply chain management
• Experience in community level intervention
• Ability to develop and write activity, monthly and quarterly reports
• Experience in donor funded project management will be an advantage
• Excellent knowledge of Excel, Microsoft Word and Power point required

Call Center Agent (Gates Project) x3 Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 3 years

Location; Gombe

Job Field; Customer Care Medical / Health / Safety NGO/Non-Profit

Job Reference code: Callcentreagent-ext Job Profile:

This is a Senior Officer position reporting to the Assistant
Director – Gates Project, Gombe. The MNH Call Center was established to increase the availability of MNH information to pregnant women; their families and their community-based care providers as well as strengthen referral systems for MNH in Gombe State and beyond. The Call Center agents respond to emergency calls using standard protocols, counsel the callers and facilitate emergency referrals.

Qualifications/Experience:
• A first degree in Nursing/any other related field or Registered Midwife
• Must possess minimum three (3) years work experience in maternal, newborn and child health care services from public or private health facilities. Experience working in an NGO is an added advantage.
• Ability to speak and write fluently in Hausa and English is very critical to this position
• Must be knowledgeable in maternal and child health interventions and innovations
• Must have cognate computer skills and experience, excellent planning and organisational skills
• Must have good communication and excellent interpersonal communication
• Must have good customer relationship management skills

ESMPIN Health Communication Coordinator (HCC) Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND MBA/MSc/MA

Experience; 3 years

Location; Ogun, Lagos, Kaduna, Enugu, Cross River

Job Field; NGO/Non-Profit Locations: Lagos, Ogun, Enugu, Cross River and Kaduna States

Job Reference codes: Lagos- ESMPINHCCLag-ext

Ogun: ESMPINHCCOgun-ext

Enugu: ESMPINHCCEnu-ext

Cross River: ESMPINhcc CrossRiver-ext

Kaduna: ESMPINHCCkad-ext

Job Profile:
This is a senior officer position reporting to the Territorial Manager with a dotted reporting line to ESMPIN BCC Advisor. S/He will lead in the implementation of reproductive health, family planning and maternal and child health strategies in the region. With the support of the Territorial Manager, the staff member will coordinate and ensure successful implementation of ESMPIN community activities and contribute to increasing demand for FP/RH/MCH services in the region

Qualifications/Experience:
• First degree in Sciences/Medical/Behavioural/Social Sciences or its equivalent in a relevant field is required.
• Masters degree in Public Health or any related discipline will be an added advantage.
• Must possess a minimum of 3 years post NYSC experience in a hospital environment or related area is required.
• S/He must possess basic understanding of the recent advances in Reproductive Health and Maternal Child Health (RH/MCH).
• Must have excellent communication and report writing skills.
• Must also be conversant with the culture and behaviours of the host community
• Must be computer literate with high proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word packages

Emergency Transport Scheme (ETS) Coordinator (Gates Project) Job Type; Full Time

Qualification BA/BSc/HND MBA/MSc/MA

Experience 3 years

Location; Gombe

Job Field; NGO/Non-Profit

Job Reference Code: ETSGOMBE-ext

Job Profile:
This is a Senior Officer position reporting to the Assistant Director – Gates Project, Gombe. The Emergency Transport Scheme (ETS) is one of the innovations that the MNH project in Gombe is implementing to enhance interaction of pregnant women, new mothers and newborns with health facilities to increase uptake of life saving interventions using volunteer drivers to provide free and timely transport for women in maternal emergencies. The ETS coordinator will plan the implementation and monitoring of the scheme while working with relevant stakeholders to promote and sustain the innovation in the State and ensure alignment with other components of the project.

Qualifications/Experience:
• Must be first-degree holder in social and health sciences; a postgraduate degree is an added advantage with a minimum of three (3) years work experience from an NGO or Government sector.
• Experience in project management, community and government engagement is required.
• Relationship management and networking skills
• Must possess excellent planning and organisational skills, and experience in managing a civil society organisation will be an added advantage
• Must have cognate skills in computer appreciation, and knowledge of community mobilisation techniques will be essential to this position
• Must have good communication and excellent interpersonal communication
• Must have basic knowledge of maternal and child health programmes and initiatives in the State
• Ability to speak and write fluently in Hausa and English is very relevant to this position

Senior Emergency Transport Scheme Programme Officer (Comic Relief) Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND MBA/MSc/MA

Experience; 3 years

Location; Adamawa

Job Field; NGO/Non-Profit

Job Reference Code: SETSYOLA-ext

Job Profile:
This is a Senior Officer position reporting to the SFH Territorial Manager in Yola. The Comic Relief ETS project has built capacity and deployed 520 volunteer drivers to render free and timely emergency transport for women in maternal emergencies in Adamawa state. This position will provide support to the programme and focus on promoting utilisation and sustainability of the scheme in Adamawa State. He/She will engage in advocacy and sensitisation activities among the community, transport and government stakeholders as well as collaborative efforts with health facilities and other MNCH partners in the State.

Qualifications/Experience:
• Must have a first degree in social and health sciences; a postgraduate degree is an added advantage.
• Must possess a minimum of three (3) years work experience from an NGO or Government sector. Experience in project management, community and government engagement is required.
• Relationship management, good communication and interpersonal communication and networking skills
• Must possess excellent planning and organisational skills, and experience in managing a civil society organisation will be an added advantage
• Must have cognate skills in computer appreciation, and knowledge of community mobilisation techniques will be essential to this position
• Must have basic knowledge of maternal and child health programmes and initiatives in the State
• Ability to speak and write fluently in Hausa and English is very relevant to this position

Social Franchise Field Office Programme Coordinator (FOPC) Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 3 years

Location; Kano, Cross River

Job Field; Medical / Health / Safety NGO/Non-Profit

Locations: WHP FOPC – Kano, AHME FOPC - Calabar

Job Reference codes: Kano-WHPFOPCkano-ext

Calabar-WHPAMHEcal-ext Job Profile:
This is a Senior Officer position reporting to the SFH Territorial Manager with a dotted line to the Programme Manager WHP/AHME. S/He will lead all franchise activities and/or interventions at the regional level. With the support of the Territorial Managers and other franchise team members, the FOPC coordinates and ensures successful implementation of all WHP/AHME/CCS&PT activities within the designated region. These include maternal and child health, HIV & STIs, cervical cancer screening and treatment to communities and targets populations in the regions. S/He will maintain a complete database for the social franchise projects and health areas, coordinate capacity building of providers and ensure strict adherence to the quality assurance plan of the franchise.

Qualifications/Experience:
• Staff Nurse/Midwife, BSC Nursing, Public Health Nurse and registered/licensed with NMCN, MBBS and registered with USA Medical and Dental Council.
• Experience in managing maternal and child health programmes will be an added advantage.
• Must have at least three (3) years post NYSC work experience on similar job

State Programme Officer (SPO) SHiPS for MARPS Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND MBA/MSc/MA

Experience; 3 years

Location; Lagos

Job Field; NGO/Non-Profit

Job Reference Code: SPOMARPS-ext

Job Profile:
This is a Senior Officer position reporting to the Territorial Manager in the region. This position will coordinate the implementation of HIV Prevention among female sex workers (brothel and non-brothel based) and their clients, will increase access to a comprehensive package of HIV sexual prevention activities at sufficient intensity and quality for FSW and their clients. The project also aims to improve continuum of community and facility based prevention, care and treatment for FSWs and their clients through HCT services, STI services and referrals.

Qualifications/Experience:
• A University degree or its equivalent in Social/Behavioural/Medical Sciences or related field of study; possession of Masters Degree in Public Health would be an added advantage
• Minimum of 3 years experience in managing HIV programmes, much of which should be in Behaviour
Change Communication and management of Health related programmes
• Leadership/mentoring skills and good Interpersonal skills
• High level of integrity
• Relationship management/ Advocacy skills
• Report writing and data interpretation skills
• Presentation skills

Senior Procurement Officer (Non-Health) Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 3 years

Location; Abuja

Job Field; NGO/Non-Profit Procurement / Store-Keeping

Job Reference Code: SOFFPROC-ext Job Profiles

This is a Senior Officer position reporting to the Assistant
Procurement Manager. The position will complement the assistant procurement manager’s role while focusing on despatching tender documents, bid opening, bid maintenance on SAP ERP system, vendor/supplier management and process documentation.

Qualifications/Experience:
• Must possess a first degree in a relevant field
• Must be CIPSN/CIPS certified
• Must possess a minimum of three (3) years of demonstrated experience in purchasing and supply/procurement function
• Hands on experience in the use of SAP ERP for procurement business solutions will be of added advantage
• Must be literate and versatile in Microsoft, Excel and/or Access packages
• Must possess excellent analytical and interpersonal skills.

Senior Accounts Officer, ESMPIN Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND MBA/MSc/MA

Experience; 3 years

Location; Abuja

Job Field; Finance / Accounting / Audit NGO/Non-Profit

Job Reference Code: SOAESMPIN-ext Job Profile:
This is a senior officer position reporting to the ESMPIN Assistant Accounts Director. This position will assist the Senior Manager, Accounts (ESMPIN) to manage project accounting, provide finance schedules to auditors, produce monthly and other periodic financial and management accounts, produce donor budget monitoring reports, review vendors invoices in SAP, review common cost journals in SAP, prepare accrual reports, send liquidation reports to the donor and reconcile project bank accounts.

Qualifications/Experience:
• Must possess a first degree (BSc/HND) in accounting or any related field. ACA and/or Masters degree is of added advantage
• Must possess minimum of three (3) years post NYSC working experience
• Must possess a broad knowledge of accounting software packages especially SAP.
• Must possess excellent planning and organizational skills
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision
• Must possess a high level of integrity and responsibility

Senior Research, Measurement and Results Officer Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 3 years

Location; Abuja

Job Field; NGO/Non-Profit

Job Reference Code: SoffResearh-ext

Job Profile:
This is a senior officer position reporting to the Manager, Research, Measurement and Results. This position will provide back-up support for all the M&E personnel in the project states while working with the Head of Research to meet all reporting obligations for the ESMPIN programme. S/He will assist in generating data for the project performance monitoring plan and will monitor project indicators as well as provide the project measurement specialist and project team with information. The successful candidate will also assist in the development of reports based on key project initiatives.

Qualifications/Experience:
• Must possess a first degree in Sciences/Medical/Behavioural/Social Sciences or its equivalent in a relevant field
• Must have a minimum of three (3) years post NYSC experience in implementing monitoring and evaluation of health and related programmes
• Must have demonstrable expertise in mixed methods (qualitative and quantitative) M&E and research
• Must possess the ability to analyse and interprete both qualitative and quantitative data to inform programming
• Proficiency in the use of SPSS, STATA, Epi-Info or CS Pro will be an added advantage
• Knowledge of DHIS database software will be an added advantage
• Experience in conducting monitoring visits, utilising check lists and other tools, including ability to develop M&E protocols tools as needed
• Must have excellent interpersonal, communication (oral and written) and presentation skills

Method of Application
Interested applicants should visit our career page on this website – (www.sfhUSA.org/careers) to apply for any of these positions. Please note that applicants will be required to register on the SAP recruitment portal, providing their detailed information. Subsequently, a registration confirmation will be received at the registered email address. On receipt of the registration confirmation, return to the SFH website, log-in to the recruitment portal and apply for the vacant position of choice. Do note that all applicants will need to carefully follow the instructions provided on the website and should be ready to upload a CV. Please note that attempts to apply for a position not qualified for will result in automatic disqualification by the system. These vacancies will be available for two (2) weeks from the date of this publication. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Society for Family Health (SFH) is one of the leading public health NGOs in USA, implementing programmes in reproductive health, HIV & AIDS prevention, and maternal and child health. SFH works in partnership with the Federal and State Governments of USA, the British Department for International Development (DFID) and the United States Agency for International
Development (USAID), as well as the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria among other international donors. We seek to recruit qualified persons due to new programme initiatives and growth. We offer professionals opportunities for career advancement, a good working environment and competitive remuneration. We require competent candidates for the following positions:

Deputy Marketing Director (Expanded Enterprise Project)

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; MBA/MSc/MA

Experience; 12 years

Location; Abuja

Job Field; NGO/Non-Profit Sales / Marketing

Job Reference code: DepMktgEEPext

Job Profile:
This is a senior management position reporting to the Chief of Party of the Expanded Enterprise Project (EEP). The position is to provide strategic programmatic and technical leadership for the emerging Society for Family Health Expanded Enterprise Project (EEP) including overseeing all marketing, advertising and promotional activities. S/He will be responsible for developing and driving the implementation of strategies to meet the EEP project vertical and horizontal objectives.

Qualifications/Experience:
• A Master’s degree in a business related field with a minimum of 12 years post NYSC hands-on experience of developing brands and bringing them to market in the fast moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry. The desired applicant should have spent at least 2 years at a managerial level.
• Proven ability to demonstrate strong analytic skills and understanding of the products category in terms of Habits/Attitudes/Drivers and use such information to decide the current and potential size of the market,
• Ability to analyze current players in the market in a well defined strategic framework to assess the gaps and opportunities
• Proven ability to understand role of brands – and all the elements of brand delivery in driving behaviour change.
• Proven experience in designing a brand position/proposition and ability to guide / develop a marketing delivery plan and in developing / assessing and deploying 360 degree brand communications.
• Proven experience in in-market activation and tracking.
• The ability and experience to read / understand and navigate a P&L account sheet with good levels of commercial /analytical skills.
• Experience and skills in leading and deploying innovation.
• Excellent communication, advocacy, human resource, organisational, networking and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of ongoing and emerging issues in USA FMCG markets and changing retail scenarios including emergence of large chains and major mall based retailers.

Consumer Marketing & Social Media Specialist (Expanded Enterprise Project)
Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND MBA/MSc/MA

Experience; 4 - 6 years

Location; Abuja

Job Field; Media / Advertising / Branding NGO/Non-Profit

Job Reference code: ConMktg&SocMedia-ext

Job Profile:
This is a Deputy Manager position. This role is responsible for providing technical leadership for the design, deployment, ongoing management and growth of Society for Family Health Expanded Enterprise Project (EEP) social media presence including advertising (on-line and off-line) and web based marketing of the products and services of the EEP. S/He reports directly to the Deputy Marketing Director - EEP.

Qualifications/Experience:
• A first degree in social sciences/management/humanities or languages with a minimum of 6 years post NYSC experience (or 4 years with a Master’s degree) developing, deploying and managing social media, advertising and or marketing strategy in a corporate environment. Hands- on knowledge and experience in developing, executing and tracking social media strategy in a reputable company as part of an overall communication strategy
• Demonstrable experience in actual execution of social media activities including evidence of personal Blogs/tweets, and management of third party social media platforms, including, but not limited to Facebook, Foursquare, Pinterest, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, Google+ and Path
• Understanding of, and proven ability to lead in the production of digital marketing contents and exposure of such content on select sites including current global best practices and understanding of the USA digital market environment.
• Strong brand management skills and experience in 360 degree "Integrated Communication Planning" including experience in writing, editing and crafting content for the social media space
• Knowledge of media strategy and planning options, and the role of media in integrated communications.
• Strong negotiation skills as both a strategic advisor and direct negotiator for procurement of third party services

Trade Marketing Specialist (Expanded Enterprise Project)
Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; MBA/MSc/MA

Experience; 8 years

Location; Abuja

Job Field; NGO/Non-Profit Sales / Marketing

Job Reference Code: TradeMktgSpec-ext

Job Profile:
The is a senior management position tasked with providing technical leadership for the design, deployment, ongoing management and growth of SFH Expanded Enterprise Project (EEP)’s demand at wholesaler, retailer or distributor level for the products and services of the EEP. H/she will be required to facilitate alignment between sales/distribution and marketing/communications for the implementation of marketing strategies and plans. This position will lead on brand positioning strategies and guide the embedment and execution of marketing strategies, corporate brand building activities and product development.

Qualifications/Experience:
• A Master’s degree in a business related field with a minimum of 8 years post NYSC hands-on experience developing, deploying and managing trade marketing strategy and with at least 2 years at a managerial level.
• Hands on knowledge and experience in developing, executing and growing products’ presence at the trade level, including managing old and developing new trade channels.
• Demonstrable experience in actual execution of point of sale presence
• Understanding of, and proven ability to lead in the production of promotional materials for the trade, strong brand management skills and experience with 360 degree "Integrated Communication Planning"
• Knowledge of media strategy and planning options and the media role in integrated communication.
• Advanced skills and experience in organisational development and aligning organisational vision, mission, goal to strategy, structure and systems
• Excellent communication, advocacy, organisational, networking and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of ongoing and emerging issues in USA FMCG market and changing retail scenarios including emergence of large chains and major mall based retailers.

Senior Procurement and Supply Chain Manager, Global Fund Malaria

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND MBA/MSc/MA

Experience; 8 years

Location; Abuja

Job Field; NGO/Non-Profit Procurement / Store-Keeping

Job Reference code: Snrproc&SupMgr-ext

Job Profile:
This is a senior management position reporting to the National Sales Director with a dotted line to the Global Fund Malaria Programme Director. This position is responsible for ensuring timely delivery of commodities to all programme states by conducting stock analyses and reconciliation and preparing proper forecasts and distribution plans. The position will also liaise with NAFDAC to ensure compliance with all pharmaco-vigilance requirements and ADR reporting, and will be responsible for ensuring the project implements WHO approved quality assurance programmes.

Qualifications/Experience:
• First Degree in Pharmacy or Marketing,
• Minimum of 8 years post NYSC; three of which must be in logistics & supply chain management in a reputable organisation and at managerial level.
• A Post Graduate degree will be an added advantage
• Relevant experience in Procurement and Supply Chain Management
• Valid experience in coordinating, tracking and quantification of Global Fund Malaria products
• Ability to develop and write proposals and strong report writing skills
• Experience in donor funded project management will be an advantage
• Excellent knowledge of Excel, Microsoft Word and Power point required

Assistant Accounts Director, Global Fund Malaria
Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; MBA/MSc/MA

Experience; 10 years

Location; Abuja

Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit NGO/Non-Profit

Job Reference code: AsstDirAcct-ext

Job Profile:
This is a senior management position reporting to the Director, Finance and Accounts with a dotted line to the Global Fund Malaria Programme Director. This position will manage and supervise the GF Malaria Project Accountants, provide finance schedules to auditors, produce monthly and other periodic financial and management accounts, PUDRs and donor budget monitoring reports. S/He will also be responsible for communications on financial matters with the GF team and LFA.

Qualifications/Experience:
• Must possess first degree (B.Sc/HND) in Accounting or its equivalent in a related field. ACA/ACCA certification is a key requirement for this position
• Must possess a Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance or relevant field
• Should have a minimum of ten (10) years post NYSC experience in full accounting or finance practice in a non-governmental or other relevant organisation, with at least 2 years at managerial level
• Previous experience managing Global Fund grants or knowledge of Global Fund rules will be an added advantage
• S/He must possess the ability to use relevant accounting software and ERP software such as SAP
• Must possess excellent planning and organisational
skills and creativity and strong analytical skills are important for this position
• Must possess strong leadership skills; be self- motivated and able to provide leadership and direction to his/her functional team.
• Must possess a high level of integrity and responsibility

Assistant Accounts Director, Global Fund HIV
Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; MBA/MSc/MA

Experience 10 years

Location; Abuja

Job Field; Finance / Accounting / Audit NGO/Non-Profit

Job Reference Code: AsstDirGFHIV-ext

Job Profile:
This is a senior management position reporting to the Director, Finance and Accounts with a dotted line to the Global Fund HIV Programme Director. This position will manage and supervise the GF HIV Project Accountants, provide finance schedules to auditors, produce monthly and other periodic financial and management accounts, PUDRs, donor budget monitoring reports. S/He will also be responsible for communications on financial matters with the GF team and LFA.

Qualifications/Experience:
• Must possess first degree (B.Sc/HND) in Accounting or its equivalent in a related field. ACA/ACCA certification is a key requirement for this position
• Must possess a Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance or relevant field
• Should have a minimum of ten (10) years post NYSC experience in full accounting or finance practice in a non-governmental or other relevant organisation, with at least 2 years at managerial level
• Previous experience managing Global Fund grants or knowledge of Global Fund rules will be an added advantage
• S/He must possess the ability to use relevant accounting software and ERP software such as SAP
• Must possess excellent planning and organisational skills
• Creativity and strong analytical skills are important for this position
• Must possess strong leadership skills; be self- motivated and able to provide leadership and direction to his/her functional team.
• Must possess a high level of integrity and responsibility

Assistant Accounts Director, ESMPIN
Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; MBA/MSc/MA

Experience; 10 years

Location; Abuja

Job Field; Finance / Accounting / Audit NGO/Non-Profit

Job Reference code: AsstDirAcctESMPIN-ext

Job Profile:
This is a senior management position reporting to the Director, Finance and Accounts with a dotted line to the Chief of Party ESMPIN Project. This position will manage and supervise all USAID Project Accountants, provide finance schedules to auditors, produce monthly and other periodic financial and management accounts, donor budget monitoring reports. S/He will also be responsible for communications on financial matters with the USAID team and other relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications/Experience:
• Must possess first degree (B.Sc/HND) in Accounting or its equivalent in a related field. ACA/ACCA certification is a key requirement for this position
• Must possess a Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance or relevant field
• Must possess a minimum of ten (10) years post NYSC experience in full accounting or finance practice in a non-governmental or other relevant organisation with at least 2 years at a managerial level.
• S/He must possess ability to use relevant accounting software and ERP software such as SAP
• Must possess excellent planning and organisational skills
• Creativity and strong analytical skills are important for this position
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and must possess a high level of integrity and responsibility

Accounts Manager, Global Fund HIV
Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; MBA/MSc/MA

Experience; 7 years

Location; Abuja

Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit NGO/Non-Profit

Job reference code: AcctmgrGFHIV-ext

Job Profile:
This is a manager position reporting to the Assistant Accounts Director, GF HIV Accounts. This position will provide constant reporting and budgeting required of a manager level position to assist the Assistant Accounts Director, GF HIV. This position will be responsible for account deliverables and quarterly reports, PUDR preparation, LFA reviews, vouchers approvals, payment approvals, advances monitoring, monthly SFH financial reporting, preparation of grants budgets, sub-recipients reviews and follow-up, donor invoicing and other audit requests.

Qualifications/Experience:
• Must possess first degree (B.Sc/HND) in Accounting or its equivalent in a related field. ACA/ACCA certification is a key requirement for this position
• Must possess a Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance or relevant field
• Must possess a minimum of seven (7) years post NYSC experience in full accounting or finance practice in a non-governmental or other relevant organisation with at least 1 year at a managerial level.
• S/He must possess ability to use relevant accounting software and ERP software such as SAP
• Must possess excellent planning and organisational skills
• Creativity and strong analytical skills are important for this position
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and must possess a high level of integrity and responsibility

Internal Control Manager
Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; MBA/MSc/MA

Experience; 7 years

Location; Abuja

Job Field; Finance / Accounting / Audit NGO/Non-Profit

Job Reference Code: IntContrMgr-ext

Job Profile:
This is a manager position reporting to the Assistant Director, Internal Control. This position will ensure adequate monitoring of all Global Fund (GF) sub recipients and ensure efficient, effective and compliant grant management of the Global Fund Malaria grant. S/He will conduct audits of GF sub-recipients/sub-contractors’ financial reports, assessment of internal control systems, verification of assets, and ensure compliance with contract terms and donor rules and regulations. S/He will also review GF transactions at the SFH head office and field offices to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

Qualifications/Experience:
• Must possess first degree (B.Sc/HND) in Accounting or its equivalent in related field. ACA/ACCA certification is a key requirement for this position
• Must possess a Master’s degree in Accounting/Finance or relevant field
• Must possess a minimum of seven (7) years post NYSC experience in full control/compliance function in a non-governmental or other relevant organisation with at least 1 year at a managerial level
• S/He must possess ability to use relevant accounting
software and ERP software such as SAP
• Must possess excellent planning and organisational skills
• Creativity and strong analytical skills are important for this position
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and must possess a high level of integrity and responsibility

Assistant SAP Support Manager
Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 5 years

Location; Abuja

Job Field; ICT NGO/Non-Profit

Job reference code: SAPsupport-ext

Job Profile:
This is an Assistant Manager position reporting to the Assistant Director, Financial Reporting. S/He will be required to manage internal business processes in the areas of finance, procurement, sales and distribution and human resources modules of the SAP ERP. This role will lead on the deployment of SAP to automate SFH processes and ensure continuous business process improvement to enable more efficient utilisation of SAP. This position will manage the daily functionality of SAP and support SAP super users as well as end-users. This role will perform analysis of SAP reviews and track quality assurance issues.

Qualification/Experience:
• Must possess a minimum of five (5) years IT consulting experience and management of IT implementation and support project
• Must have good experience in SAP financial, funds and grants management implementation
• Must show evidence of SAP implementation experience
• Creativity and strong analytical skills are important for this position.
• Must possess excellent planning and organisational skills
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and must possess a high level of integrity and responsibility.

Job Title; Production Manager
Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND MBA/MSc/MA

Experience; 7 years

Location; Ogun

Job Field; Manufacturing NGO/Non-Profit

Job Reference Code: ProdMgrOtta-ext

Job Profile:
This is a manager position reporting to the Deputy Director, Warehouse Operations. SFH commodities are re-packaged in the warehouse to break their bulk, make them more attractive and increase their shelf presence as well as provide tailored, easy to understand client /consumer information. The successful candidate will coordinate production management, recruitment, training and deployment of packaging workers, inventory recording, in process and end of process continuous quality checks for all products packaged in the warehouse. S/He reports directly to the Deputy Director, Warehouse Operations.

Qualifications/Experience:
• Must possess a first degree in Micro biology/Bio- chemistry/Pharmacy while a Master’s degree in management will be an advantage
• Must possess seven (7) years post NYSC experience in production management, good warehouse practices, quality control and supply chain management
• Must possess knowledge and experience in SAP ERP
• Creativity and strong analytical skills are important for this position.
• Must possess excellent planning and organisational skills
• Must be able to work under minimal supervision and must possess a high level of integrity and responsibility.

Quality Assurance and Shipping Manager
Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND MBA/MSc/MA

Experience; 7 years

Location; Ogun

Job Field; Manufacturing NGO/Non-Profit

Job reference code: QA&ShippingMgr-ext

Job Profile:
This is a manager position reporting to the Deputy Director,
Warehouse Operations. The quality assurance and shipping manager (QASM) will ensure that all packaged commodities meet the minimum quality standards. S/He must ensure that imported commodities undergo an in-country quality assurance screening and with documented results. S/He will liaise with Admin and Procurement divisions in Abuja Head Office to ensure that all import documents are duly prepared and will follow up with SFH appointed clearing agents to ensure speedy clearance of all SFH commodities at the Port.

Qualifications/Experience:
• Must possess first degree in Micro biology/Bio- chemistry/Pharmacy while a Master’s degree in management will be an advantage
• Must possess seven (7) years post NYSC experience in quality control, logistics, shipping and supply chain management
• Must possess knowledge and experience in SAP ERP
• Creativity and strong analytical skills are important for this position.
• Must possess excellent planning and organisational skills
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and MUST possess a high level of integrity and responsibility.

Deputy SAP Manager Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience 6 years

Location; Abuja

Job Field; ICT NGO/Non-Profit

Job reference code: DepMgrSAP-ext

Job Profile:
This is an Assistant Manager position reporting to the Senior Manager, IT. This position will be responsible for resolving SAP issues and supporting SAP activities. This role will develop review reference/criteria of SAP vendors’ deliverables and measure it against agreed criteria. S/He will coordinate the delivery of Centre of Excellence project objectives and enhance the functionality of the Solution manager. This position will provide role mapping and training of newly resumed staff or staff changing job roles and facilitate successful implementation SAP related initiatives e.g. Rapid Mart.

Qualification/Experience:
• Must possess a minimum of six (6) years IT consulting experience and management of IT implementation and support project
• Must have good experience in SAP financial, funds and grants management implementation
• Must show evidence of SAP implementation experience
• Creativity and strong analytical skills are important for this position.
• Must possess excellent planning and organisational skills
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and MUST possess a high level of integrity and responsibility

Assistant Human Resources Manager

Job Type Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND MBA/MSc/MA

Experience; 5 years

Location; Abuja

Job Field; Human Resources / HR NGO/Non-Profit

Job Reference Code: ASSTHRmgr-ext

Job Profile:
This is an Assistant Manager position reporting to the HR Manager. This position will complement the functions of the HR Manager at sustaining a human resource department to effectively serve the people and HR needs of SFH. S/He will help in streamlining HR processes such as recruitment, leave administration, organising new staff orientation programmes, preparing job description. S/He will be responsible for managing SAP e-recruitment module, deploying annual Employee Satisfaction Survey and manage staff welfare matters.

Qualifications/Experience:
• Must possess first degree (B.sc/HND) in Human Resources/Social Sciences/Management or related field
• Must possess a minimum of five (5) years post NYSC experience in core HR generalist functions in an NGO or blue chip company
• Must have good experience working with an HR MIS or ERP
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must possess ability to build good working relationships with and between personnel
• A good knowledge of employment law and contemporary HR policies and best practice
• Must be registered with CIPM
• Must have a high level of integrity

Method of Application
Interested applicants should visit our career page on this website – (www.sfhUSA.org/careers) to apply for any of these positions. Please note that applicants will be required to register on the SAP recruitment portal, providing their detailed information. Subsequently, a registration confirmation will be received at the registered email address. On receipt of the registration confirmation, return to the SFH website, log-in to the recruitment portal and apply for the vacant position of choice. Do note that all applicants will need to carefully follow the instructions provided on the website and should be ready to upload a CV. Please note that attempts to apply for a position not qualified for will result in automatic disqualification by the system. These vacancies will be available for two (2) weeks from the date of this publication. Only shortlisted candidates will be

‘Tis the season to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FASFA) for the next school year. And considering that the price of a 4-year college education has increased more than 15% since 2008, students and their families are looking for every available source for funding. As you begin the process, use these tips to get the most financial aid coming to you.
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Ask Gramps to open a 529 —Since savings plans for parents and students will usually be included as assets on the FASFA, ask your grandparents to open a 529 College Savings Plan for you. Then, when holidays and birthdays come around, ask that family and friends donate the bucks they would normally spend on a present to the 529. There is no better gift than getting an education without a mountain of debt at the end of it.
Take advantage of Federal Work Study (FWS) —Many college students find that their grades are higher when they work part-time as well as go to school. This is because they must manage their time better and there is less down time to spend money. It’s also harder to spend cash frivolously when you have worked hard for it. Check out the choices of jobs you can apply for if FWS is an option for you. You may be able to find one that is related to the degree program that you are in, which is another plus.

Comparison shop —If you must take out a private loan to fill in the financial gaps to pay for tuition, books and housing, keep in mind that not all private loans are the same. There are always a few companies targeting the college market by offering lower interest rates and varying repayment options. Look at many different banks and other lending institutions before deciding on which to apply for. If you have a student account with a bank, check with them to see if they have offers for long-time customers. Many colleges have comparison charts on their financial aid website to assist students and parents find the best deal for them.

Working a part-time job while in college can be a challenge. Students need work that allows them the flexibility necessary to study and attend classes, and although university jobs are available, there are only so many to go around. Micro-jobs are great options for students because they are usually totally flexible. Need to pad your bank account to get ready for a trip over spring break? Work more. Want to take off midterm week so that you have plenty of time to study? Schedule more work in the weeks before and after to make up that cash.
There are several good reasons to consider a micro-job while in college. First, as already mentioned, is the flexibility. Some jobs might require a minimum weekly time commitment, but most you can do when it is convenient for you. Another awesome benefit of micro-jobs is that you often get paid frequently. Many micro-job companies pay up to twice a week. It’s a great way to get pizza money fast. You can also gain some experience in your field of study. It may not be something that leads to a great resume stuffer, but it might help you gain some skills others don’t have at your level of education. Or it may help you decide if you really enjoy the actual work you are training for. Finally, depending on the skills you are using, you may end up landing a longer-term gig. There are entrepreneurs and small businesses out there using micro-job sites who are thrilled to find a solid employee who has the skills they need, so they hire them directly to do freelance work. There truly are micro-jobs out there for all types of interests and skills.
Of course, there are scams out there, so you must be diligent in reading reviews of the micro-job companies you are considering. Common sense is a must so that you don’t get taken. But there is money to be made. And since college students usually don’t need to earn a huge income, micro-jobs may give you cash plus the additional flexibility that can be hard to come by in a traditional job. Sound good, but not sure where to start? Here are some micro-jobs that you may not have even known existed!
Sell your skills—Can you set up a Wordpress theme with your eyes closed? Create awesome graphics or format Excel spread sheets? You can find all types of work using your skills, because not everyone has them. These types of jobs can allow for creativity too.
Mystery shop—For this job you will actually have to put on pants since you have to visit stores and restaurants, but it is worth it. You can get “free” meals and items, along with getting a check.
Sit on a mock jury—You may hope to never be called to attend jury duty, but this micro-job can be fun and educational. It may be of particular interest to law students.
Complete surveys—College students have opinions for sure. You can give yours and make cash.
Comment on websites and forums—This micro-job is great for those students who do this anyway.
Buy stuff—We all know we can sell stuff to make extra cash, but there are valid sites out there that give you points that you can trade in for cash or gift cards for buying the stuff you would buy anyway.
Reviewstuff—Many sites out there are looking for reviewers for all types of things, like websites, ads, music, apps, books and products. You can give your opinions and get paid for it.
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Preparing for the Graduate Record Exam (GRE)

How to prepare for the GRE

The General GRE (Graduate Record Examinations) exam is similar to the SAT and ACT. It measures verbal and quantitative reasoning, critical thinking and analytical writing skills. (Or, in basic terms, it looks at vocabulary and reading, math skills and essays.) Some colleges use the General GRE as a base line for college acceptance, especially grad schools. Schools that favor the arts and humanities will look for higher scores in the verbal section (usually scores between 500-600) while schools that favor the sciences, math and engineering fields look more at the quantitative section (usually scores between 700-800). It is not a difficult exam to take or pass provided you prepare for it.

The first thing to do is to register to take the test (you can do this online at https://www.ets.org/gre/revised_general/register?WT.ac=grehome_reg_c_121008 – be sure to register for the General exam, not the Single Subject. That is a whole different monster). This is important not only so that you know your time frame and how long you have to prep for the exam, but you also need to know where the exam will be held and in what format. Certain testing centers only offer the test electronically on a computer while other centers offer the test on paper with a scantron sheet.

The second thing to do is take at least one of the practice exams for the GRE. Your prep packet from ETS GRE will probably have a small practice test in the booklet they send, or you can find practice tests free online (like the ones found here http://www.princetonreview.com/grad/free-gre-practice-test.aspx). Taking practice exams at the start of your prep (and occasionally during your studying) will help you to figure out where you stand. Practice tests will also familiarize you with the structure of the exam. The computerized GRE, especially, has a habit of changing up directions and what the questions ask you to identify, so being prepared for that will keep you from making simple mistakes.

After the practice exam has been graded, you can establish what areas you need to spend the most time studying and reviewing. From there, you can work with your regular study habits and mix in various tools offered by ETS GRE or other free online sites, such as http://www.ets.org/gre/revised_general/prepare or http://www.mygretutor.com/. These sites can offer generic study plans, examples of questions in the various test sections and general prep hints.

The most important thing to do is to not take the General GRE lightly. This exam costs upwards of $150 to take. You want to do your best to make sure you don’t have to take it again to get the score you desire. Using the practice exams and familiarizing yourself with the style of questions and grading expectations will help you be better prepared and help quell some of the anxiety of the exam.