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Job Title: Controller

Location
Lagos

Job Field
Finance, Accounting, Audit

Job Purpose
This position is responsible for the Finance and Admin functions of USA. The position is responsible for financial integrity of the subsidiary, compliance with statutory law and regulations as well as internal policies, controls, planning, forecasting and reporting requirements. Further, this position supports the management by providing value add analysis and being actively involved in decision making process around topics such as revenue, headcount, marketing and other resources deployments etc.

Core Job Responsibilities

1. Be an effective partner of the Country Manager and the subsidiary Leadership Team, providing insightful analysis and finance perspective to the decision making process in the subsidiary with focus on the long term financial objectives.
2. Planning & Operational Excellence: Deliver timely and accurate information to the CM & WCA leadership team. Provide meaningful analysis for Revenue and P&L in both forward looking as well as in actual results. Operational excellence and execution of monthly forecast, Mid Year Review and Planning, providing solid financial services (e.g. AR, AP, Tax etc).
3. Accounting and reporting
4. Ensure financial statements are presented accurately, timely and in line with corporate policies and statutory requirements.
5. Internal Controls & Compliance: Ensure internal controls are in place and in compliance with corporate policies, procedures and statutory requirements. Improve education and awareness within the subsidiary.
6. Cost Efficacy
7. Lead the cost efficacy efforts in the subsidiary, by improving processes, increasing efficiency, identifying opportunities to do more with less, leveraging technology and making cost efficacy a company wide effort. Manage procurement and RE&F activities.
8. People Development
9. Effectively lead employees by providing the necessary training, development opportunities and ensuring we have the right resources in place.
10. Contacts:
11. This position has frequent interaction with the Country Manager, subsidiary controller, HR and MEA HQ.

• Chartered Accountant or equivalent
• Minimum four years of demonstrated work experience in finance and business management
• A demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively, oral and written, establish trust quickly, and create win-win situations.
• MBA, Added advantage
• Experience in working in multiple organizations with emphasis on communicating and decision making with demonstrated ability to work under pressure
• Experience with business processes and systems should include systems development, planning, forecasting, order processing, invoicing, credit, collection and sales credit tracking.
• Experience in the design, implementation and monitoring of internal controls and compliance.
• Strong understanding and experience in multinational financial operations with good understanding of US GAAP and local statutory requirements.
• Strong management skills and demonstrated ability to drive the effective implementation of procedures and policies to support operational business requirements across regional and organizational boundaries.
• Team player with ability to manage cross group and cross country boundaries.
• Highly developed analytical and organizational skills
• Strong knowledge of MS Office

What drives a man to change the name of his blog? A trademark dispute? A mid-life crisis? None of those actually!

After three amazing years, I am exchanging the amazing machine learning group for an exciting new adventure with Microsoft FUSE Labs. As I am writing this, my laptop is crunching away at the last few experiments to be included in my thesis while a printed version of my thesis text is awaiting final editing.

It has been an interesting few months as I was debating moving into a post doc or evaluating all the amazing opportunities that were available in industry: in the end I decided to join FUSE Labs as an applied researcher. FUSE Labs is an incubation lab at Microsoft that sits in between Microsoft Research and the product groups. My new job allows me to collaborate with people (in or outside of Microsoft) on research while giving me the freedom to also spend time building working prototypes and demo’s. As far as I am concerned: the perfect mix of science and engineering.

Although I will soon be a graduate student no more, I don’t want this blog to die but rather take it to the next level. The foreseeable future will involve more experiments on machine learning, data mining and information processing and I should be able to report much of this to everyone who cares to listen!

welcome to www.informaniac.net and stay tuned …

A new round of Microsoft Research PhD scholarships is being organized. I’ve enjoyed being on the scholarship for the past two years: it’s been a great opportunity to meet new researchers at Microsoft and other students at the PhD event organized by MSR Cambridge.

For all you upcoming machine learning rock-stars out there: talk to your advisors, they will have to apply for you but you can probably help them a bit!

AB Micro-finance Bank USA is a foreign-owned financial institution, based in Lagos state, which offers a broad range of financial services to micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs)
and other clients in the lower income strata. We are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Tittle; IT Application Administrator

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Location; Lagos

Job Field; Engineering / Technical ICT

Ref Code: IT Application Administrator
Main Responsibilities
Banking Application (CBS) Administration:

• Full CBS Support in all branches and Head Office (Frontend users And Backend).
• Execution Of CBS Day end and Month End Run.
• Run relevant scripts for Support and routine software backups.
• Daily, weekly & monthly reporting of CBS (Core Banking System).
• Administration of Test PCs and Test Server for CBS and all other software.
• Co-ordination of User Acceptance testing of CBS new release and updates.
• Support in software testing and migration to new Banking Application.
• Compliance to processes and framework in place within the department.

• Key team player in the local Application development by leveraging on technology.
• Develop tactical tool in order to streamline or bring more efficiency within processes.
• Give support to other Software vendors on CBS interface or 3rd parties.
• Run relevant scripts on other databases.
• Key team player in supporting the IT assets management and upgrades.

• Ensure system integrity, availability and confidentiality of all Enterprise solutions.
• Ensure a proper segregation of duties/rights of users on CBS.
• Ensure integrity of daily CBS backups.
• Ensure availability of test servers (Core banking system, MIS, middleware).
• Ensure business continuity of bank Operations at any time.

Person Specification
Necessary experience and knowledge:

• Minimum B.Sc / HND in Computer Science or related discipline with cognate experience.
• In-depth knowledge of Programming languages And database.
• Good Knowledge of Windows Server 2003, 2008 & 2012.
• Knowledge of Web Interfaces and PHP, JavaScript, HTML5, ASP.NET.
• Windows Server Certification will be an added advantage.
• Efficient use of Win SQL 2005 & 2008.
• Active Directory Experience.
• Experience in web development, mobile development and object-oriented programming.
• Release/change management Experience.
• Analytical and problem solving skills and process-oriented approach to work.
• Self-starter, self-managed, and able to work under stress to meet deadlines.
• Collaborative, consultative and customer-oriented approach.
• Reliable team player with excellent communication skills.
• Fluent English, both in writing and orally.

Job Tittle; IT Operations Supervisor

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 8 years

Location; Lagos

Job Field; Engineering / Technical

Job Description
This role will involve overseeing external (client) and internal (production software and hardware) environments, coordinating systems analysis, and maintenance.
Specifically, the candidate will be responsible for software implementations and day to day system operations to ensure up-time and availability for divisional systems.
The candidate will exercise management over leaders of hardware, operating systems, network, phone systems, database administration, performance monitoring, backups, power supply and security.
S/he will lead teams in the areas of scheduling, technical direction, future planning and standard practices. Additionally the candidate will participate in budgeting and capital equipment processes and quality improvement activities for the organization and will work with the Business Unit and Corporate IT leads on establishing policy and procedures.

Qualification

• At least a Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field is required.
• Minimum of 8 years experience with 5+ years experience managing staff in a similar role, preferably in a multi-site or Banking environment.
• Sound understanding of Microsoft System Center suite.
• Proficient management of work schedules and shift management to ensure maximum staff coverage for a 24/7/365 operation.
• Ability to manage pressure situations and provide excellent customer service to competing priorities for requests, inquiries, and complaints.
• Ability to take responsibility and work on own initiative

Knowledge of System Environments:

• Experience with Windows Server 2003/08/12, SQL Server 2005/08, Windows 7, Microsoft Office 2007/2010/2013
• Working knowledge of remote connectivity software such as RDP
• Experience with Microsoft Active Directory administration
• Experience with virtualization technologies including Hyper-V
• Experience with networking equipment including Cisco, DLink and others
• Experience supporting SharePoint infrastructure
• Knowledge of current ITSM frameworks and practices including ITIL
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Knowledge of core managerial functions such as budgeting, procurement, personnel management, and finance.
• Experience in IT operations of E-Banking or Online services
• Knowledge of methods and techniques involved in the completion of information system planning including security administration, operational capacity planning, and cost benefit analysis of alternative technologies
• Knowledge of quality principles and tools, particularly root cause analysis and problem solving
• Experience in creating an environment for improving customer satisfaction and promotes an atmosphere that establishes customer satisfaction as a key value in the organization.
• Ability to clearly communicate goals and priorities of the organization as they relates to technical issues.
• Ability to demonstrate a solid understanding of project management tools.
• Plan development, Metrics, Cost and effort estimation.
• Schedule development, Risk analysis, Monitoring of production and compliance.

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

Adamawa-e4115be7-9796-1ee4- ade8-e2bafac5b712

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.

The guys at Microsoft Research announced a very exciting competition: the silicon minds challenge. The goal of the competition is to foster novel ideas in the area of game AI.

Many years ago I wrote a computer game called De Profundis where I was in charge (among other things) of the game AI. Moving on to become an AI researcher it is interesting to reminisce and draw some connections.

On one hand, the game AI field is the perfect arena to try out new ideas for AI researchers. For AI researchers working on agents, planning and human interaction (speech, NLP) I could imagine it would be extremely valueable to interact with MMORPG's (Massive Multiplayer Online Role Playing Games). I don't know whether anyone in the research community has ever done this before, but having an unlimited source of humans to interact with seems like quite the experimental setup. This also applies to virtual worlds like second life ofcourse. AI Research has contributed to the game AI field ofcourse, so let me highlight two recent projects:

1. The university of Alberta games group: these guys do some amazing work on several kinds of games. As far as I understand it, most of their efforst are focussed on games where the mathematics are in some sense understood: chess, poker,... What I mean by the mathematics are understood is that with infinite computational capabilities, we would be able to solve these games. The U of A group also do some work on AI for real time strategy games (e.g. Age of Empires). A mathematical analysis of these games is much harder (if possible at all). The AI necessary for these games is much closer to what I would think of as strong AI.
2. The Applied Games Group at Microsoft research: the organizers of the silicon minds challenge have developed a few innovations for game AI themselves. Their machine learning approach to inferring gamer skills (know as TrueSkill) is used by the XBox Live service. They have also enhanced Forza Motorsport with a reinforcement learning agent that learns to drive from observing human drivers.
   

One could say, who cares what technique to use: rules and search work incredibly well! Very true. In my humble opinion, the AI/machine learning community has sometimes over-focussed on new algorithms and models and too little on building intelligent solutions. Although in fields like robotics, biology and vision, our machine learning tools have had a huge impact, I think there are many fields where the AI community does not have a good understanding on how to integrate all our tools to make a large working system. Hence, silicon minds looks like a promising challenge and I am very excited to see what people come up with.

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Job Title: Systems Engineer - Internal Frim Services

Location
Lagos

Job Field
Engineering, Technical, ICT, Computer

Job Description
Take periodic inventory of all PCs/Laptops/Servers within the firm
Escalate service issues that cannot be completed within agreed service levels
Support in minor troubleshooting process e.g. hard disk recovery and repairs.
Communicate with customers: keeping them informed of progress, notifying them of impending changes or agreed outages, etc.
Enter all work tickets into service ticketing or helpdesk system
Support services for Microsoft related technologies such as windows desktop operating systems
Ensure system hardware and software meet specified recommendation & performance metrics.
Monitoring console alerts for errors, failures, or problems; creating new users, resetting passwords, building new workstations; record logs of Windows Servers and monitor availability of all servers.
Support the backup for all servers

Core Skills

• Must have over 3 years IT experience

• Must have an in-depth knowledge of established computer-industry security procedures for multiple computer platforms

• In-depth experience with operating systems platforms such as Linux, Windows 2000/2003/2008/WinXP/Win7

• Good written and oral communication ability

• Action planning, Motivating, Analytical mind and strong problem-solving capabilities

• Ability to work independently in a highly dynamic environment and work under intense pressure.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to solve problems quickly and completely

• First degree or HND in Computer Science and computer related disciplines (Computer Science, Computer with Economics, Computer with Mathematics,

• Microsoft certification

Since its creation in 1863, the ICRC's sole objective has been to ensure protection and assistance for victims of armed conflict and strife. It does so through its direct action around the world, as well as by encouraging the development of international humanitarian law (IHL) and promoting respect for it by governments and all weapon bearers. Its story is about the development of humanitarian action, the Geneva Conventions and the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

Job Title: ICT Help-desk Technician

Location
Lagos

Job Field; ICT, Computer

Main Responsibilities

• Provide helpdesk IT support to internal customers, assisting them with hardware, software, network end communications problems by phone, email and/or desk-side support
• Monitor and respond quickly and effectively to requests received through the IT helpdesk
• Install, test and configure new workstations, peripheral equipment and software
• Assist with creating and updating of all documentation relating lCT Service and procedures
• Contribute to team meetings and play an active role in the development of the service delivered by the team
• Comply with all the organization's policies end procedures, In particular those relating to the delivery of ICT services and information security
• Responsible for the IT stock: ensure stock is in order, organize and control movements of goods IN & OUT maintaining accurate records.
• Responsible of the Supply Chain of the IT Department: ensure correct entering of IT Requisition Orders into ICRC databases and process of validation with the different responsible departments
• Provide reasonable availability for any out-of-hours activities as required.

• University Degree in ICT domains Electronics, Telecommunications, Computer Systems
• 3 years' work experience
• Excellent command of written and spoken English
• Ability to interpret any situation with accuracy and to present a synthesis of a problem to a collaborator
• Capable of assessing situation in the field office and remotely initiate necessary actions
• Knowledge of basics of ITIL incident management
• Additional vocational training in administration, logistics or similar field
• General technical skills including knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office suite
• Good planning and organizational skills
• Strong team player able to work effectively with diverse users

• Strongly motivated by humanitarian work
• Ability to work independently, capacity to take initiatives, ability to Integrate changes In a fast paced environment
• Good communication skills
• Organized, punctual and reliable
• Sound ability to apply ICRC rules and working procedures.

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Job Tittle; Senior Manager, Data Analytics

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 5 years Location; Lagos

Job Field; ICT

Job requirements
Well organised with experience of project management. Strong demonstrated ability to lead teams of skilled analysts
Fast learner with a willing attitude, strong analytical skills and a passion for data
Proven experience in data management field; e.g. Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft SSIS or other BI/ETL package (e.g. Warehouse Builder, Business Objects)
Some programming experience (e.g. C# or VB.Net, Python, Java )
Proven experience in at least one advanced data analysis discipline: e.g., SAS, R, TIBCO S+, Polyanalyst, Matlab, SPSS
Experience with big data analytics platforms such as Palantir or Splunk would be an advantage
Willingness to travel Supporting client engagement work in a variety of industries, areas and specialisms
Assisting in the scoping and delivery of analytical projects
Leading the design and delivery of innovative solutions using latest open source and proprietary technologies to meet client needs
Skill sets, including the following:

• Data ETL, modelling and analysis
• Data mining
• Segmentation
• Descriptive and predictive modelling
• Business analytics & dashboard development
• Custom software solutions (Javascript, Python etc.)
• Experience with R, Python, SQL, SAS, Hadoop (or similar)
• Programming experience in Java, C/C++,Javascript
• Candidates must demonstrate high intellectual ability, strong analytical skills, high energy and professional integrity. A flexible, team oriented individual with exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills will excel.

• Minimum of a 2.1 Bachelor's degree
• Minimum of 5+ years consulting/and or industry experience or an MBA with 3+ years relevant work experience.
• Ability to travel 100% required.

International Medical Corps (IMC) is a global humanitarian non-profit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and medical relief programs. Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, International Medical Corps is a private, voluntary,
non-political, non-sectarian organization. Its mission is to improve the quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in undeserved communities worldwide, IMC started operations in USA with a focus on building the capacity of local health system and communities and ensure the provision of quality, accessible health and nutrition care for children under five years.
We are recruiting to fill the following vacant positions below:

Job Tittle; Procurement Assistant

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; NCE OND BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 1 year

Location; Borno

Job Field; Procurement / Store-Keeping

Summary
The candidate will be based in Maiduguri and will provide all necessary Logistics and Procurement assistance to project by supporting the Logistics Officer in the delivery of Logistics and Operations objectives of lMC in USA.

Background and Experience

• HND, OND, NCE in Business Administration or related field
• 1 -3 years' work experience
• Preferably NGO experience
• Fluency in English and Hausa
• Willingness to work in hardship area
• Team Player and ability to work with people of multicultural and diverse interests

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Location; Borno

Job Field; Finance / Accounting / Audit

Summary
The Cashier is to assist the Finance and Admin Officer and Finance Admin Director in ensuring that financial records comply with donor regulations and IMC policies and procedures by accurately processing and reviewing journal entries and vouchers, proper management and control are maintained for all cash transactions and providing support to achieve all Finance Department and audit requirements.

Background and Experience

• B.Sc/HND in Accounting or related fields
• Demonstrated capacity and willingness to learn and further an accounting career.
• Subscribe to high moral code of ethic.
• Fluency in English and Hausa.
• Willingness to work in hardship areas.
• Team player and ability to work with people of multicultural and diverse interests.

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 2 years

Location; Borno

Job Field; Administration / Secretarial Finance / Accounting / Audit

Summary
Finance and Admin Officer provides day-to-day financial and administrative support on one or more pmgramslgranis, including the processing transactions, adhere to donor regulations and IMC policies and procedures, reporting, and assisting in financial analysis. Finance and Admin Officer reports directly to Finance arid Admin Director

Background and Experience

• Minimum 2 years of relevant financial and admin experience in a non-profit organizations
• Extensive experience in working with computerized accounting systems.
• Experience in working with a large national staff team
• Must be able to carry out responsibilities independently with minimal technical support from within the organization
• Knowledge of varied donor financial regulations is advantage.
• Experience in managing procurement and logistical procedures and policies
• Strong negotiation, interpersonal and organization skills
• Can function effectively in a loosely structured work environment and to set appropriate priorities and deal effectively with numerous simultaneous requirements
• ICAN or any other related professional Certificate.
• Ability to speak in clear English and Hausa language is an additional advantage

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 2 years

Location; Borno

Job Field; Logistics

Summary
The Logistics Officer will be responsible to, and accountable for assisting with the delivery of all logistics related activities in accordance with International Medical Corps Logistics policies and procedures.

Background and Experience

• Evidence of practical experience in logistics within the field of supply chain management (basic procurement, clearance of cargo, transport, warehousing, asset management, etc.)
• 2-3 years' experience in humanitarian emergency logistics experience with an International organization V Provide some record of experience of donor specific procedures, where possible.
• Certification in Humanitarian Logistics, B.A in Business Admin, Supply Chain Management or any other relevant field.
• Show some experience of the provision of support to supervisors for the management of budgets and the ability to provide input to timely, complete and accurate reporting.
• It is desirable to show some training skills to build national staff capacity, in the areas of supply chain management.
• Problem-solving skills, with an analytical approach.
• Ability to integrate and work well within multie-thnic and multicultural teams.
• Ability to work in harsh conditions,often in remote areas.
• Negotiation, interpersonal and organization skills.
• Valid driving license.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel (minimum requirement)
• Ability to speak English and Hausa

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 5 years

Location; Borno

Job Field; Logistics

Summary
The Logistics Manager will be responsible for the management and delivery of all Logistics related activities, in accordance with International Medical Corps Logistics policies and procedures.
Fundamental to this role is the ability to manage and motivate assigned logistics team and engage with other mission or response staff, external contractors and organizations therefore you are required to have the skills to communicate dearly verbally and in writing, plan for and deliver quality presentations and training, and produce timely written reports.

Background and Experience

• 5 years practical experience in logistics within the field of supply chain management (procurement, tendering, contracting, clearance, transport, warehousing, asset management, etc.)
• Evidence of management of logistics systems.
• 3-4 field deployments; 2 to 3 humanitarian emergency deployments and 3 to 4 international deployments; minimum 6 weeks in length desirable but not mandatory.
• 3-4 years logistics humanitarian emergency logistics management with an International organization ( INGO, UN agency, etc... )
• Ability to plan for, and conduct training in all areas of logistics for national and international staff (suitable to staff knowledge level).
• Some record of experience with donor specific procedures.
• Certification in Humanitarian Logistics, Masters in Business Admin or any related field
• Experience of the provision of support to the management of budgets and the ability to provide input to the timely, complete and accurate reports.
• The commitment and some demonstrated training skills to build national staff capacity, in the areas of supply chain management.
• Good organizational and problem-solving skills, with an analytical approach
• Good interpersonal, management and leadership skills Evidence of ability to work in a participatory manner with staff to assess needs, implement and monitor activities
• Ability to integrate and work well within multie-thnic and multicultural teams
• Ability to work in harsh conditions, often in remote areas.
• Negotiation, interpersonal and organization skills
• Valid driving license
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel (minimum requirement)
• Ability to speak fluently Hausa and knowledge of any other local language is strong advantage.
• Must be able to travel.
• Must be able to work in hardship environments.

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; OND BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 1 year

Location; Borno

Job Field; Engineering / Technical

Summary
Under the supervision of the Wash officer, he/she will primarily be responsible for supervision of rehabilitation and construction of Water and Sanitation works in the field.
He/she manages the day-to-day water and sanitation activities, in collaboration with hygiene promotion assistants working in a signed location in Maiduguri.

Background and Experience

• Diploma in Civil Engineering with a minimum of 2 years experience
• Degree with 1 year relevant work experience
• Must be well knowledgeable in Water and Sanitation implementation
• Must be fluent in English and Hausa language
• Experience and skills in supervising contractual work is an added advantage.

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; OND BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 1 year

Location; Borno

Job Field; Medical / Health / Safety

Summary
Under the supervision of the hygiene promotion officer, he/she will primarily be responsible for Hygiene Promotion activities in the community.
He(she manages the day-today Hygiene Promotion activities, with a group of hygiene promotion volunteers working in a signed location in Maiduguri.

Background and Experience

• Diploma in Public Health with 2 years experience
• Degree in Public health with 1 year experience
• Candidate should be experienced and conversant in Hygiene promotion at field
• Fluent in Hausa and English Language.
• Experience & skills in community mobilization is an added advantage

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; Secondary School (SSCE)

Experience; 2 years

Location; Borno

Job Field; Medical / Health / Safety

Summary
Under the supervision of Team Leader, the Hygiene Promotion Officer will be responsible to plan, implement and participate in hygiene campaigns, to participate in the implementation of house to house Hygiene promotion, and to prepare written material for the field, elaborate clear and adapted messages for beneficiaries in the assigned area of responsibility.

Background and Experience

• Strong communication skills, used to speaking in public and work with people from different backgrounds.
• Experience in hygiene promotion, work with local communities, children and vulnerable people.
• Experience in community mobilization and participation
• Computer skills (Microsoft Office), Fluent English language (written, reading and writing), knowledge of Hausa will be a strong advantage
• 2 to 3 years of experience working with an NGO.

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 3 years

Location; Borno

Job Field; Engineering / Technical

Summary
The WASH Officer will be responsible for designing, planning and providing Technical guidance in the implementation of the WASH activities in Maidugun, Borno State.
He/She will closely work with partners, lDPs and all stakeholders to ensure efficient delivery of safe WASH services in the assigned area.

Background and Experience

• Strong technical back ground in assessing the water supply systems.
• Technical knowledge on water quality control and management
• Experience in dealing with local contractors, Computer skills (Microsoft Office, Excel and power point),
• Excellent report writing, communication and analytical skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Technical design skills using AutCAD or ArchCAD, and WaterCAD or any other hydraulic modeling software
• 3 years' experience in Water, Hygiene and Sanitation with an NGO

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 2 years

Location; Borno

Job Field; Administration / Secretarial NGO/Non-Profit

Summary
In close collaboration with the GBV Program Manager and GBV Program Officer, the GBV Deputy Program Officer will lead the design and delivery of targeted trainings for IMC staff; local partners and community members based on assessment of gaps and needs within the teams.
The GBV Deputy Program Officer will also lead the assessment and development of targeted capacity building plans for a community-based organization (CBO). partner in Maiduguri, Borno State.
He/She would be working closely with GBV Focal Point/Team Leader, Community Mobilizers, community Outreach Workers, GBV Program Manager and reporting to the Program Officer

Background and Experience

• Bachelor of Arts or Science in Social Science, Social Work, Business, Public Health. Gender Studies, or other related field
• 2-3 years professional experience in social services sector; experience working with international non- government organizations in sectors focusing on gender, women's empowerment, and/or violence prevention
• Minimum 1-2 years program management level experience and/or professional experience
• Strong understanding of gender, human rights, and issues surrounding violence against women and girls
• Demonstrated experience in developing and facilitating trainings and workshops tailored for individuals from a variety of professional and educational backgrounds; understanding of appropriate evaluation approaches, metrics, and tools to determine the effectiveness of the training in meeting target objectives essential
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Demonstrated experience in resources/needs assessment design and facilitation, and/or development coaching for middle management and field level staff are strongly preferred
• Demonstrated understanding of project management and monitoring and evaluation tools; experience building capacity of local organization in technical and organizational development areas strongly preferred
• Experience in working in partnership with or as part of a network of local organizations, preferably women's rights organizations

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 3 years

Location; Borno

Job Field; Administration / Secretarial NGO/Non-Profit

Summary
Under the technical supervision of the GBV Program Manager and day to day supervision of the Maiduguri team leader, the GBV program Officer will lead on direct GBV program implementation in close coordination with the local implementing partner and community volunteers.
The program Officer will directly liaise with the support services in Maiduguri (Finance/logistics) to ensure GBV program supplies are delivered in a timely manner to meet beneficiary needs.
The program officer will also line- manage the deputy program Officer, also based in Maiduguri.
The Program Officer is also expected to lead on coordination with relevant key actors in Maiduguri including INGO, ministry of health, and other community based organizations involved in GBV/human rights work within his/her area of responsibility.

Background and Experience

• Bachelor of Arts or Science in Social Science, Social Work, Business, Public Health, Gender Studies, or other related field
• 3-5 years professional experience in social services sector experience working with international non- government organizations in sectors focusing on gender, women's empowerment, and/or violence prevention
• Minimum 1-2 years program management level experience and/or professional experience
• Demonstrated experience in partnerships coordination and management of local sub granted organizations
• Demonstrated experience in capacity building for local organizations
• Strong understanding of gender, human rights, and issues surrounding violence against women arid girls
• Demonstrated experience in developing and facilitating trainings and workshops tailored for individuals from a variety of professional and educational backgrounds; understanding of appropriate evaluation approaches, metrics, and tools to determine the effectiveness of the training in meeting target objectives essential
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email
• Ability to work with minimal supervision

Job Type; Full Time

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

Experience; 2 years

Location; Borno

Job Field; Administration / Secretarial NGO/Non-Profit

Summary
The GBV Program Manager will lead the recruitment and training of a new GBV staff Provide technical support to GBV staff and lead close coordination with a community- based organization (CBO) partner to ensure program quality and the achievement of program targets.
The Manager reports to the Emergency Program Coordinator works closely with GBV Technical advisor CBO Partner and supervises the Deputy Program Officer and the Program Officer.

Background and Experience
Bachelor of Arts and M.Sc in Social Science, Public Health, Human Rights or other related field
2-3 years professional management experience in community-based Protection or GBV programming, preferably in an emergency context
At least one year of experience supervising a large team providing direct services and/or working at the community level.
Clear understanding of gender, human rights, and issues surrounding violence against women and girls.
Demonstrated experience facilitating trainings and workshops on Gender/GBV issues
Familiarity with M&E system design and implementation.
Experience writing reports for donors, governments, and the general public.
Excellent drafting and oral communication skills in English.
Positive and professional attitude, including ability to lead and work well in a team setting.
Strong ability to organize work, meet deadlines, maintain composure, prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail.
Fluency in English and Hausa.
Excellent computer skills including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Familiarity with program design, including log frames, budgeting and grants/report-writing.
Successful advocacy experience and strong presentation skills.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications and CV's with 3 referees that include current or former employers to: asalawe@internationalmedicalcorps.org copy to: pc-USA@internationalmedicalcorps.org
Or
A hard copy address to:
Admin/Human Resources Officer
International Medical Corps,
Plot 3 Tsafe Road,
Off Sama Road,
Sokoto State,
USA.
State position clearly in the subject field as applications without appropriate subject will be disqualified. Also, applications received after the above stated closing date will not be considered.
Note: This Position is Subject to Funding. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted; female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Job Tittle; Sales Manager

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 5 years

Location; Lagos

Job Field; Administration / Secretarial Sales / Marketing

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prospect new clients and follow up aggressively on contacts
• Make presentations/demos to make a sale
• Cold calls to arrange meetings with potential customers and prospect for new business
• Gather market and customer information
• Negotiate on price, costs, delivery and specifications with buyers and managers
• Gain a clear understanding of customers' businesses and requirements;
• Project a positive organizational image to clients and the public at large.
• Determine annual unit and gross-profit plans by implementing marketing strategies; analyse trends and results.
• Establish sales objectives by forecasting and developing annual sales quotas; project expected sales volume and profit for existing and new products
• Implement sales programs by developing sales team action plans
• Complete sales operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees; follow up on work results.
• Maintain national sales staff job results by counselling and disciplining employees; plan, monitor and appraise job results.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge of company procedures and products

1. Good communication skills
2. Sales Experience
3. Business Management
4. Marketing Management
5. Relationship management
6. Creative thinking
7. Analytical and logical thinking
8. Strategic perspectives and business acumen would also be crucial to enable accelerated growth plans
9. Strong ability to identify effective marketing campaigns to recruit new partners
10. Manage programs from concept to execution and driven stronger sales execution to target

1. A graduate of a reputable university with a minimum of a Second Class Lower Division in Business Administration or any related discipline
2. Applicant should not be more than 35 years of age
3. Applicant should possess a minimum of 5 years Sales working experience
4. Strategic selling is an added advantage
5. An experience in selling technology solutions is an added advantage
6. Good knowledge of HR tools and practices is an added advantage
7. Proficient in the use of personal computers and Microsoft office packages (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 2 years

Location; Lagos

Job Field; Sales / Marketing

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain and develop relationships with existing customers in person and via telephone calls and emails
• Listen to customer requirements and present appropriately to make a sale
• Cold calls to arrange meetings with potential customers to prospect for new business
• Respond to incoming emails and phone inquiries
• Act as a contact between a company and its existing potential markets
• Negotiate the terms of an agreement and close sales
• Create detailed proposal documents
• Review your own sales performance, aiming to meet or exceed targets
• Gain a clear understanding of customers' businesses and requirements
• Attend team meeting and share best practice with colleagues
• Keep management informed by submitting activity and results reports, such as daily call and presentation reports, weekly work plans, and monthly analyses
• Gain a clear understanding of customers' businesses and requirements
• Project a positive organizational image to clients and the public at large

1. Excellent Communication skills
2. Manage target acquisition with little or no supervision
3. Presentation skills
4. Time Management
5. Creative thinking
6. Good Customer Service
7. Relationship management
8. A confident and determined approach
9. A high degree of self-motivation and drive
10. Business and entrepreneurial spirit
11. Results and performance oriented

1. A graduate of a reputable university with a minimum of a Second Class Upper Division in Business Administration or any related discipline
2. Applicant should not be more than 30 years of age
3. Applicant should possess a minimum of 2 years sales working experience
4. Experience in selling technology solutions is an added advantage
5. Applicants must have concluded NYSC
6. Proficient in the use of personal computers and Microsoft office packages (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)

Job Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Location; Lagos

Job Field; Engineering / Technical Manufacturing

Job Decscription
Beauty fair Laboratories is looking for an experienced Chemist in the field of cosmetics particularly ordinary and complexion lotions. Interested candidates must be familiar with current formulations, cost cutting approaches and should have an idea of quality control. The candidate will be responsible for research and development of new products, prepare samples, maintain good laboratory practices and lab notebook.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
EDUCATION:
B.Sc Chemistry/Biochemistry/Industrial Chemistry

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:

1. Interpersonal Skills,
2. Good Communication Skills,
3. Endearing Behaviour,
4. Ability of management with Superiors, Subordinates, peers and external agencies
5. Ability to work under stress
6. Safety Management Skills

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Critically, we evaluate issues as they impact your business, and consequently deploy the appropriate skills and competencies to proffer the needed solutions.

Job Title: Marketer

Location
Lagos

Job Field
Sales, Marketing

Overview

• Accountable for Sales & Marketing with regards to;
• Profitable sales, Aggressive targets at handsome incentive scheme
• Indirect marketing and brand awareness
• Public relationship.

• Sales
• Set, agree and achieve budgets with managers
• Client – cold call larger clients
• New business
• Sales negotiations
• Costing & Pricing
• Public relationship
• Relationship management with client
• Promotional items and gifts
• Marketing
• Pricing
• Service offering
• Competition
• New services, product, opportunities
• International trends

• Bachelor degree in Marketing and Sales Management
• Minimum of 4-6 years marketing/sales experience

• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Good project management skills
• Sound understanding of the principles of marketing
• Strong understanding of new technologies and how they can be applied to marketing
• Ability to manage a campaign budget
• Team player – works to ensure team goals are met or exceeded
• Good communications skills
• Strong organization skills

• Energetic and goal driven
• Be able to operate under pressure and meet deadlines
• Creative and innovative.
• Good attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Self-driven and interdependent
• Strong and friendly personality
• Maintain a self-development program
• Presentable

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more than 70 countries and all U.S. states and territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of:

Job Tittle; Finance & Administrative Assistant

Job Type; Full Time

Location; Rivers

Description:
The Strengthening Integrated Delivery of HIV/AIDS Services (SIDHAS) project is a five-year PEPFAR program to provide high quality HIV/AIDS services, and to build the capacity of the public and private sectors in USA in order to provide these services in a sustainable manner. The SIDHAS project is funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID)

Job Summary / Responsibilities:
Basic Role:

• Under the direction of the SFAO, the Finance and Administrative Assistant will be responsible for the provision of accounting, administrative, and logistical support services to the state office.
• Duties and responsibilities;
• Prepare monthly financial report forms which accompany executed sub project documents.
• Prepare monthly reporting/ budgets data entry into excel spreadsheets and automated MIS reports and disseminate information to country office
• Assists the SFAO in arranging travel logistics for state office staff, consultants and training participants including hotel reservations and where required, arranging airport and hotel pick-ups.
• Handles all photocopying assignments, development and printing of photographs including reproduction of recorded videotapes for the zonal office.
• Assist the SFAO in the provision of logistic support for workshops and training.
• Assists the SFAO in the maintenance of an efficient records/storage of all office supplies.
• Serves as point of contact for logistical and administrative needs in the office.
• Coordinates all administrative and secretarial support services for the state office (as relevant).
• Records minutes of staff meetings and circulates same amongst the staff of the state.
• Assists with production of presentation materials for staff members.
• Act as a receptionist: answers the telephones in an appropriate, clear and friendly manner, takes and relays messages or forwards calls, greets and directs office visitors, receives/sends correspondence, keeps fax log and any correspondence.
• Perform office equipment tasks such as making needed arrangement for services for telephone and e-mail, obtaining quotations for required services, arranging for repairs of office equipment.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

• University degree in Accounting, Finance or Business administration
• Minimum of 1-3 years experience in accounting related to NGOs and community level programs, with increasing responsibility.
• Experience with administrative and secretarial skills
• Sound accounting skills
• Experience with large complex organization is required, familiarity with international NGOs preferred

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Experience; 1 year

Location; Abuja

Job Field; Administration / Secretarial Human Resources / HR

Description:
The Strengthening Integrated Delivery of HIV/AIDS Services (SIDHAS) project is a five-year PEPFAR program to provide high quality HIV/AIDS services, and to build the capacity of the public and private sectors in USA in order to provide these services in a sustainable manner. The SIDHAS project is funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).

Job Summary / Responsibilities:
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the supervision of the Snr HRO, provide operational support to implement an effective functional Human Resources (HR) processes for the SIDHAS project in team functional areas, including recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, compensation, HRIS, and training

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• File all documents appropriately into personnel files and subject files daily
• Assist in the scheduling of interviews.
• Print and package new hire orientation manuals.
• Print and package employee policy manuals.
• Maintain the position open files.
• Do reference letters to referees and collate reports for candidate’s personnel files.
• Pass I D card forms completed by new hires to Vendors for identification cards and to I T for email addresses
• Assist in preparing staff introductory letters
• Assist in filing and tracking of purchase requisitions, travel documents.
• Invite selected candidates for interviews and ensure proper documentation during interviews.
• Follow up with processing of accommodation, per diem and transportation advances with finance.
• Set-up and coordinate meetings; prepare meeting minutes
• Prepare budget for interviews and new hire orientation
• Perform other duties as they are identified and assigned by the HR team.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business/Public Administration or related field with at least 1 -3 years experience in the areas outlined. Must be Computer literate and able to use Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Must have a good interpersonal relationship and able to use internet and emails.
• Experience with large complex organization is required, familiarity with international NGOs preferred

Job Type; Full Time

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

Experience; 1 year

Location; Cross River

Job Field; Medical / Health / Safety

Description:
The Strengthening Integrated Delivery of HIV/AIDS Services (SIDHAS) project is a five-year PEPFAR program to provide high quality HIV/AIDS services, and to build the capacity of the public and private sectors in USA in order to provide these services in a sustainable manner. The SIDHAS project is funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).

Job Summary / Responsibilities:
Basic Function:
With the Senior Technical Officer, the State Technical Officer (Clinical Services) will provide technical and programmatic support to implement high quality care and support activities with primary focus on clinical management of HIV/AIDS, Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission of HIV/AIDS, Reproductive Health/Family Planning (RH/FP), TB and integrated medical services at the state level.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Provide day to day technical and programmatic support related to Clinical Management of HIV/ AIDS, PMTCT, TB, RH/FP and integrated medical services at the facility level guided by strategies and approaches related to the implementation programs.
• With the Senior State Technical Officer, coordinate the implementation of components related to clinical management of HIV/AIDS, prevention of mother to child transmission (PMTCT), RH/FP, TB and integrated medical services at the facility level.
• Provide technical assistance in HIV/AIDS clinical management capacity building, PMTCT, RH/FP, TB and integrated medical services at the facility level.
• Contribute to the development of lessons learned from programs and projects related to clinical management of HIV/AIDS, PMTCT, RH/FP, TB and integrated medical services and apply these lessons to modify existing programs and improve the design of new programs.
• Assist in strengthening a system of reporting on program progress against stated objectives and monitoring and evaluation frameworks.
• Contribute to the development of program strategies, subproject documents, work plans and budgets.
• Assist in the provision of programmatic assistance to local partners in programming HIV/AIDS/STI/TB, RH/FP and integrated medical services activities.
• Remain informed on current programs in the field of Clinical Management of HIV/AIDS and related developments by reviewing current literature and staying alert to any implication of such experience and research to the project implementation especially the Clinical Management of HIV/AIDS, PMTCT, TB and integrated medical services at the facility level.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Qualifications:
• MB.BS/MD/PHD or similar degree with 1 to 3 years relevant experience in clinical care with a sound understanding of HIV/AIDS with provision of PMTCT and anti-retroviral therapy (ART) in resource constrained settings.
• Possession of an MPH or post graduate degree in a related field is required.
• Familiarity with USA public sector health systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

Job Type; Full Time

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

Location; Nassarawa

Job Field; Medical / Health / Safety

Description:
Malaria Action Program for States (MAPS) is one of the projects under FHI 360. MAPS focuses on supporting the development of infrastructure, resources, systems, and the technical and management capacities necessary for effective malaria control. The project is implemented by three partners and FHI 360 is the lead implementing partner. MAPS project is a five year project which took effect from October 1, 2010; the project recently secured a one year no-cost extension and would be rounding up by September 30, 2016

Job Summary / Responsibilities:

• Stimulate the demand for data from various health department and support development of a credible system of access to data from the DPRS to other department within the SMOH
• Institute regular data analysis, presentation to stakeholders and feedback to the states.
• Periodically provide concrete evidence that can be used for decision making.
• Build capacity of SMOH to perform these functions after the TA tenure ship.
• The Technical Assistant will work full time at the SMOH/DPRS, reports to the Director in the DPRS while receiving support from the MAPS office (State Coordinator & M&E Advisor).
• Supports collection, process and disseminate relevant and necessary information required both for state health planning and for monitoring the utilization of resources in accordance with state priorities, objectives and health indicators.
• Reviews existing database of data and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Ensures timely forwarding/sharing of data to relevant agencies, departments and programs operating at the State level; and quality of data improved where applicable.
• Supports the utilization of specific disease control data by collaborating with M&E of disease control programs.
• Regularly support analysis of state data to provide trend of indicators used for monitoring of service data.
• Supports regular conduct of data quality audit in the state
• Any other duty assigned

• 1st degree in Medicine or other relevant fields with Masters in Public Health. A PhD experience in Public Health, Mathematics, Statistics, or related fields will be an added advantage;
• At least 5 years’ experience in assessment design & implementation, and monitoring and evaluation of donor funded programs;
• Proficiency in Excel, Word and database management especially DHIS;
• Demonstrable experience with statistical software packages (Stata, SPSS, Epi Info)
• Familiarity with USAID policies
• Familiarity with USA public sector health systems and NGOs and CBOs is highly desirable.

Our client is a multinational textile company that produces and distributes fashion fabrics for the US market and US consumers globally. The company’s brands have become an essential
part of US culture. Due to expansion, they now have an opening for Wholesale Executive - Jos

Job Title: Wholesale Executive

Location
Plateau

Job Field
Customer Care, Sales, Marketing

Job Profile
The Wholesales Executive manages brand and customer portfolio in a defined sales territory to maximize sales revenue and growth according to the country’s business plan and functional strategy of the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Customer prospecting and recruitment
• Maintenance and growth of existing customers
• Achieve sales targets of own territory per brand and product group
• Prepare prescribed reports and statistical data
• Channel landscape development, ownership and maintenance.
• Deliver CVP per customer channel, segment and individual accounts

• Identify growth opportunities per brand and product group, in line with consumer and channel trends Provide input into country key account plan to seize opportunities.
• Segment and maintain customer base according to channel segmentation model for the sales territory.
• Develop call plans according to channel segmentation model (call frequencies per account).
• Provide input into customized CVP per customer channel, segment and individual accounts.
• Plan account call activities and customize within the prescribed CVP model per customer channel per account.
• Plan & agree key account plan, customized to sales territory dynamics (brand, product group and channel mix), for the sales territory with Wholesale Manager.
• Agree sales territory resources (budget, and standard POSM) with Wholesale Manager and review on quarterly basis.

• Deliver the CVP per customer account, according to call plans and account activity plans.
• Execute the key account plan for the sales territory, within the budget and resources provided.
• Offering marketing support by managing and distributing standard POSM and trade marketing materials including logistics and distribution within sales territory budget.

Sales planning function

• Develop an expert knowledge of competitor’s and their brand, product, channel activity
• Controls, compliance and governance via audit reviews

• Graduate with 1-3 years minimum commercial expertise gained across Sales/ B2B Trade Marketing or Sales Management.
• Good people management skills.
• Good track record in sales and marketing.
• Presentation, negotiation and influential skills.
• Good communication skills –written and verbal
• Good skills in Microsoft office package
• Have a strong knowledge in the industry
• Be able to work with financial reports and statistics
• Strong planning and management skills

• Wholesales volumes per brand, product group and account.
• Customer satisfaction on each CVP dimension and total CVP index
• Price and assortment compliance of each channel, tier and account
• POSM compliance with PCES guidelines per brand/channel
• Quality of implementation of research and reporting activities
• Customer recruitment rates
• Customer retention rates

Qatar Airways-Welcome to a world where ambitions fly high From experienced pilots to dynamic professionals embarking on new careers, Qatar Airways is searching for talented individuals to join our award-winning team.

Job Title: Finance Assistant

Location
Lagos

Job Field
Finance, Accounting, Audit

Job Summary
As the Finance Assistant, you will be responsible for ensuring the correct and timely processing of sales reports, collections, and BSP/CASS reports in line with QR policies and Internal Accounting Procedures.

Specific Accountability Include;

• Correct monthly closing as per Head quarter’s target dates
• Ensure routine activities are processed in line with QR finance policies and IAP
• Ensuring Proper ADM, ACM and refund handling
• Ensuring receivables are collected in a timely manner
• Preparing monthly schedules and reconciliations for balance sheet ledgers
• Timely checking and posting of sales reports

• To be successful in this role, you will need a relevant Bachelor’s degree combined with a minimum of 2 years of job related accounting experience. 1 year of your experience should have been gained in a similar finance role with exposure to aviation expenditure and revenue accounting. You will need user level experience of an ERP system and a good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Knowledge of financial accounting, contracts and local laws and regulations such as VAT, Tax and Payroll are required.

Finance Assistant

The following article caught my eye a few weeks ago: Subway Set to Overtake McD's in Omnipresence. As I am trying to learn a little bit of ggplot2 (and loving it so far!) I thought it would be fun to try and create some visuals to go with this claim.

I used one of Microsoft’s restaurant datasets and do a simple substring match on “subway”, returning the latitude and longitude. Using the following lines of ggplot and R code

states <- data.frame(map("state", plot=FALSE)[c("x","y")])
colnames(states) <- c("Lon","Lat")
ggplot(states, aes(x=Lon, y=Lat)) + geom_path() 
 + geom_point(alpha=0.6,size=0.3,data=subway)

we get a cool picture showing all of the metropolitan areas of the United States.

If you click on the image to zoom in you will be able to discern major highways as well. Subway is literally everywhere.

The British Council is the world's leading cultural relations organization and creates opportunities for people in the UK and worldwide to understand each other, to work together and learn from one another. We see this as crucial to building secure, more prosperous and sustainable futures for us all. We build trust and understanding between different countries and cultures and develop strong international links that are of benefit to people in Britain and the
rest of the world.

Job Title; Customer Service/Examinations Assistant

Job Type; Full Time

Qualification; BA/BSc/HND

Location; Lagos

Job Field; Education / Teaching

Location; Lagos

Duration; Contract: Fixed Term for 4 months

Job Field; Line Manager: Customer Services Manager

Purpose of Job
To support the achievement of country plan objectives in USA by delivering customer services and examinations administration support.
To maintain them at the highest professional standards as set out in the British Council's EQS (Examination Quality Standards) and by the Examination Board Partners.
Context and Environment
Customers and enquirers engage with the British Council USA for a number of purposes with the majority being for examinations. USA is the largest British Council exams business in the Sub Saharan Africa region. It administers exams in four areas: Schools, Professional/Vocational, and Tertiary on behalf of UK institutions and IELTS. In 2012-13 we delivered 70,000 exams to 25,000 candidates. The USA team comprises 31 people, 18 are based mainly in Lagos with 7 in Abuja and 5 in Port Harcourt.
The SSA region delivers exams in over 20 countries from its offices in 16 of these countries. In 2012, we delivered a quarter of a million exams to over 100k candidates. Growth in the region is robust, but our challenges are many. Nevertheless, Exams teams are making solid gains in our 4 strategic priority areas, namely: improving business performance, improving quality, improving financial compliance and increasing impact.
The post holder will be part of a team of 18 in Lagos who deliver customer service and administer the growing exams business ensuring quality and compliance as well as control of income and expenditure to deliver on target. This role will assist the delivery of exams in Lagos in addition to being a key member of the customer services team.

Accountabilities and Responsibilities
(including people management and finance)
As Examinations/Customer Service Assistant the post holder will be line managed by the Customer Services Manager.
This post requires the post holder to work a Tuesday to Saturday week.
Quality: to deliver a high standard of customer service to our customers, schools and exams candidates. Performance is measured by our own Exams Quality Standards and the inspection visits from Cambridge International Exams and other examination boards.
Finance: all British Council standards for managing finances are met with relation to managing Purchase Orders, reconciling income, managing contracts and procurement.
Reliability: to ensure examinations are delivered securely according to board requirements

Main Duties

Customer services:

• To provide services that support British Council examination candidates.
• Front desk is always manned during operational hours
• Visitors are attended to immediately and appropriately
• Phone enquiries answered within 45 seconds of first ring
• Email enquiries are attended to promptly and escalated from regional email centre as per agreed service level agreement
• Payments are collected, receipts issued and accurately posted on the system
• Daily / weekly balanced reconciliations are completed and "parked" on the financial system and spreadsheet.
• Complaints, comments and feedback are dealt with in accordance with corporate policy and the Exams Quality Standards.
• Provide support/assistance to the Exams Team on all aspects of Customer Service and Exams administration
• Use the E-Africa website as the single authoritative source of information for all enquiry handling
• To provide administrative support in the delivery of exams, workshops, seminars and any other project related services in line with Exams Quality Standards (EQS)
• All service registration procedures (e.g. Exams, Certification and other programme registration) are fully understood and implemented to agreed standards.
• Information about the full range of British Council products and services is clearly and confidently articulated to customers, encouraging customer engagement and cross-selling
• To regularly attend staff meetings to both gain and impart knowledge about our customers, products and services
• Regular communication and working is maintained with back-of-house teams

• Providing administrative support in the delivery of examinations.
• This involves supporting colleagues in pre and post test/examination administration duties. This includes exams data entry, post despatch, assisting with session planning/implementation and examination invigilation.
• Supporting Exams Officers in venue staff monitoring and training.
• Conducting venue and school inspections.
• Supporting the wider British Council activities such as workshops, seminars and any other project related services in line with Exams Quality Standards (EQS)

Other Duties

• To assist with market testing of venues and other suppliers.
• Assisting with data collection for marketing purposes.
• To regularly attend staff meetings to both gain and impart knowledge about our customers, products and services
• To assist with any other duty examinations management deem necessary.

• Internal: Customer services team, Lagos Exams Team, Country Exams Manager, Deputy Country Exams Manager
• External: Venue Staff, IELTS Examiners, enquirers, examinations candidates, venue suppliers.
• Other important features or requirements of the job
• (e.g. travel, unsocial/evening hours, restrictions on employment etc)
• IELTS tests are usually held on Saturdays and Sundays and some early evenings. Professional and vocational examinations are also occasionally held on Saturdays. Rostered working on Sundays and some evenings is required. Travel to administer/monitor IELTS tests in centres outside of Lagos is required.
• Test deadlines are absolute; therefore, out of office hours working may be required to meet these deadlines. Travel to administer/monitor examinations in centres outside of Lagos may be required. Overnight stays and weekend working may be required. Flexible working hours during peak periods (May/June & November/December) for CIE, ACCA, University of London etc is required

Behaviour:

• Working together (essential):
• Making it happen (essential):
• Being Accountable (essential)
• Creating shared purpose (essential)
• Connecting with others (essential)
• Shaping the future (essential)

Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to use Microsoft Office Word and Excel (Essential)
• Ability to read and write in English at C1/IELTS 7.0/CAE level (Essential)
• Customer service level 1 (Essential)
• Knowledge of the education and qualification systems in the UK and USA (Desirable).

• Dealing with customers and enquiries in a service environment and providing service within quality standards (Essential)
• Working quickly and accurately to tight deadlines (Essential)
• Experience of administering examinations (Desirable).
• Experience of managing/supervising a group of people to achieve a specific purpose (Desirable).
• Qualifications
• Completed secondary education to 'A' level standard or equivalent (Essential)
• University Degree in any subject (Desirable)
• BTEC Examinations Administration Level (Desirable).

Method of Application
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Walcoss Consulting offers a product of inspired professional management consulting services to a focused clientele who desire to distinguish themselves from the teaming competitors in their industries.

Job Title: Associate Lawyer

Location
Lagos

Job Field
Law, Legal

Job Description

• Rendering Legal opinion, original drilling opinions, supplemental opinions, acquisition opinions, division order title opinions, leasehold title opinions and banking title opinions.
• Regular review and interpretation of title abstracts, certified title opinions, related title documents and with the Oil and Gas Industrial in USA.
• Gather and organize title curative information and compile documentation into comprehensive title packets.
• Communicate title findings to various parties while consistently working in a team setting.
• Utilize available software and basic plotting skills in comparing title documents.
• Maintain responsibility for multiple on-going assignments and adhere to continual deadlines.
• Knowledge of Arbitration and Litigation Procedure with reference to Oil and Gas Industry.

• Familiarity with the oil and gas industry.
• Effective communication skills in writing, business presentations and interpersonal communication.
• Supervisory and team-building skills.
• Ability to maintain high level of work-related confidentiality.
• Ability to utilize title "tools of the trade" software products and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to utilize appropriate surveying methodologies.
• The ideal candidate will have experience advising clients on oil, gas, and mineral title issues, pooling and unitization, community leases, and matters related to undivided mineral ownership and leasehold estates.
• He or she must be skilled in the preparation of oil and gas leases, amendments, assignments, ratifications, mineral and royalty deeds, operating agreements and Litigation.
• Candidate should possess 4 - 6 years' experience with oil and gas title issues.
• Experience in negotiating and drafting of transactional documents such as leases, assignments and participation agreements, as well as curative material is a plus. Litigation experience, knowledge and LLM Degree would be an added advantage.

At MSR and Bing, when we do machine learning on smaller datasets (say anything below 100GB) we often use relational databases and SQL. Throw in a little bit of Excel and R and you’ve got yourself a very powerful platform for exploratory data analysis.

After the exploratory phase, we often build statistical models (adPredictor, TrueSkill, Matchbox, …) to discover more complex structures in the data. Infer.Net helps us prototype these graphical models, but unfortunately it forces you to work in a mode where you first create a binary that performs inference, suck out all data to your machine, run inference locally and then write all inference results back to the DB. My local machine is way slower than the machines which run our DB or our local compute cluster so ideally I’d like to have a platform which computes “close” to the data.

The Probabilistic Query Language (or PQL) is a language/tool which I designed two years ago, during an internship with Ralf Herbrich and Thore Graepel, where we had the following goals in mind:

• Allow for rapid prototyping of graphical models in a relational environment
• The focus should be on specifying models, not algorithms
• It should enable large scale execution and bring the computation to the data, rather than the data to the computation

Using SQL Server, DryadLinq (Map-Reduce for.NET) and Infer.Net I built a prototype of PQL and tested it on some frequently used models at Microsoft. In this post I want to introduce the PQL language and give a few examples of graphical models in PQL.

Let’s start with a very simple example where we have a DB with a table containing people’s info and a table with records describing doctor visits for those people. Assume the following relational schema

We assume that people have an unknown weight and when they go to the doctor, she measures this weight. Depending on the time of day (after a heavy lunch), this estimate could be off a bit. A statistical model to capture these assumption is to introduce a random variable for the weight for each person in the People table, put a prior on this variable and connect it with the observations in the DrVisits table. So how do we write such a model in PQL?

PQL is very much like SQL but with two extra keywords: AUGMENT and FACTOR. AUGMENT allows us to add random variables to the DB schema. In the example above we would write

People = AUGMENT DB.People ADD weight FLOAT

This essentially defines a “plate” in graphical model speak: for each row in the People table, a random variable over the real numbers called weight is defined.

The FACTOR keyword in PQL allows to introduce factors between random variables as well as any other variables in the DB schema. FACTOR follows the relational SQL syntax to specify exactly how to connect variables. To specify a normal prior on the weight variable we could write

FACTOR Normal(p.weight | 75.0,25.0) FROM People p

This introduces a normal factor for each row in the People table (the FROM People p part). The final component of our program connects the random variable with observations. In this case, we use the familiar SQL JOIN syntax to specify how to connect rows from the People table to the rows in the DrVisits table. In PQL we write

FACTOR Normal(v.weight | p.weight, 1.0)
FROM People p
JOIN DrVisit v ON p.id = v.personid

Except for the first line this is exactly SQL; instead of doing a query, the FACTOR statement describes the “probabilistic augmentation” of the DB schema”.

For the example above, this is it, the PQL program contains five lines of code and can be sent to the DB. It will run inference by performing EP or variational Bayesian inference. The inference itself can be run either within the database (this was implemented by Tina Palla who was an intern with us) or on the DryadLinq cluster.

Another example of PQL is the program to describe the TrueSkill ranking system. In this example we assume two-player games stored using a table of players (called Players) and a table of game outcomes (called PlayerGames). Each game played generates two rows in the PlayerGames table: one for the winner and the loser (with a score) column specifying who is the winner and who is the loser. The PQL program for TrueSkill is written below

FACTOR Normal(p.skill | 25.0, 20.0) FROM Players p;

FACTOR Normal(pg.performance | p.skill, 0.1)
FROM PlayerGames pg
JOIN Players p ON pg.player_id = p.player_id;

FACTOR IsGreater(pgb.performance, pga.performance)
FROM PlayerGames pga
JOIN PlayerGames pgb ON pga.game_id = pgb.game_id
WHERE pga.player_id < pgb.player_id AND pga.score = 0;

FACTOR IsGreater(pga.performance, pgb.performance)
FROM PlayerGames pga
JOIN PlayerGames pgb ON pga.game_id = pgb.game_id
WHERE pga.player_id < pgb.player_id AND pga.score = 2;

There are a lot of features in PQL I haven’t covered in this blog post (like using random variables in a WHERE clause to create mixture models) but I wanted to give you a flavour of what we’ve been working on so far.

While working on PQL I learned a lot about the state of the art in probabilistic databases and statistical relational learning. I think compared to this academic work, PQL does not add many theoretical contributions; our goal is to design a tool which takes statistical relational learning out of the laboratory into the hands of data mining practicioners.

Management Sciences for Health-MSH saves lives and improves health, especially among the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people, by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health. Our mission is to save lives and improve the health of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people by closing the gap between knowledge and action in public health.

Job Title: Grants Officer

Location
Abuja

Job Field
Finance, Accounting, Audit

Overall Responsibilities
The objective of Grants Officer position is to collaborate with the Finance Manager in order to manage and coordinate MSH USA’s complex grants portfolio lending to a variety of Non-governmental organizations, faith based organizations, and community based organizations in order to strengthen health systems and improve health service delivery throughout USA. Grants Officer will work closely with Finance Manager to establish and follow a transparent process, and develop tools to implement the process, assuring that sound grant practices are applied at every stage of the grant process from guidelines to closeout. Grants Officer must be available to travel up to 50% of the time, including the Niger Delta Region.

Specific Responsibilities

• In collaboration with the Senior Technical Staff, Senior Contracts Officer and the Finance Manager, develop RFPs, draft solicitations, conduct and document source selection, negotiate costs and other conditions, prepare awards and modifications, seek required approvals, monitor implementation, and close-out.
• Assist Finance Manager in setting up and administering a grants management system MSH USA
• Help to issue grants to NGOs, FBOs, and CBOs ensuring that all necessary guidelines and regulations are followed
• Help Finance Manager establish a grants application evaluation of grants recipients to guarantee best use of project funds
• As directed by the Finance Manager, manage grants at all phases and ensure compliance with donor and MSH regulations
• Organize and maintain files and databases for grantees.
• Prepare training sessions and conduct workshops in financial management for contractors/grantees as necessary.
• Keep abreast of USAID regulations to assist staff in adhering to the terms of the USAID agreements. Provide on-going training for project staff on regulations
• With the Finance Manager, monitor and support grant recipients’ financial and operations systems ensuring best practices are being implemented in the institutions or organizations
• Other tasks as requested by supervisor

• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, business management or related fields.
• Relevant working experience with an international non-governmental organization.
• Significant experience in grants management and financial/operational systems strongly preferred.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to work with complex financial information.
• Ability to establish and sustain interpersonal and professional relationships with multiple donors, international PVOs and local CBOs.
• Ability to determine the responsibility and grant-worthiness of organizations through financial statements, audits and other documentation presented in a proposal.
• Substantial experience working with PEPFAR/USAID-supported projects and knowledge of USG regulations and procedures strongly preferred.
• Fluency in the English language is required
• Ability to work well in a collaborative manner, including robust communications capabilities
• Mastered the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and QuickBooks. Past experience with grants management software preferred.