African Development Bank (AfDB) Vacancy : Research Economist

 African Development Bank (AfDB) is currently recruiting to fill the position of a Research Economist.

Grade: PL-6

Position N°: 50065152

Reference: ADB/13/162

Objectives

The African Development Bank places research and knowledge sharing at the center of its activities, as sound economic analysis has the potential to play an important role in the transformation of African economies towards sustainable development and poverty reduction. In 2007, the AfDB established a Development Research Department as part of the Bank's reform process. The Department's activities focus on devising and undertaking a program of research and analysis on priority social and economic development issues that support the Bank's policy and operations agenda.

 

The Department comprises about 25 researchers in two Divisions. The Research Partnerships Division is seeking to strengthen its team of researchers by recruiting a Research Economist with expertise in economic and development research and strong quantitative background, good analytical and writing skills.

Duties and responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Director and direct supervision of the Division Manager the incumbent's Duties and Responsibilities will be as follows:

• Contribute to the production of Bank's flagship publications (African Development Report, African Economic Outlook), Bank Group Annual Report and research studies.
• Provide economic intelligence (through statements, speeches, policy briefs) to the President and Senior Management on economic development issues.
• Undertake research and write publications in the Bank's Working Papers Series, policy briefs, journal  articles and other publications.
• Participate in and contribute to Country Strategic Papers (CSP), Economic Sector Work (ESW), and other activities related to improving the Bank's operational effectiveness.
• Review operations documents and participate in review meetings.
• Provide support to Division Manager on any other tasks upon request.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Division Manager.

Requirements

Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

• At least a Master's degree in Economics, or related social sciences. Preference will be given to candidates with a PhD in these subject areas.
• At least 4 years of relevant professional experience in development policy research or University teaching.
• Strong econometrics background and knowledge in the use of standard statistical packages including stata and Eviews.
• Knowledge to develop and implement research programs; ability to design and manage research projects from conceptualization to publication.
• Ability to undertake research projects with limited supervision; clear written and oral communication skills as well as mature interpersonal and professional relationships.
• Ability to communicate and write effectively in English and/or French, with a good working knowledge of the other language.
• Proven skills in drafting and preparation of policy memoranda; Competence in the use of Bank standard software (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint).
• For this position, team work skills are critical: ability to work in interdisciplinary environment, contribute constructive comments and receive positively the views of the team members on own work.

Application Closing Date

31st December, 2013

 

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:

 

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Schneider Electric Vacancy : Field Sales Representatives

Schneider Electric, From 1836 to today,  has transformed itself into the global specialist in energy management and currently recruit for the position of a Field Sales Representative.  Starting from its roots in the iron and steel industry, heavy machinery, and ship building in the 19th century, it moved into electricity and automation management in the 20th century. After 170 years of history, Schneider Electric has become today the solution provider that will help you make the most of your energy. Discover its transformation below.

 

Schneider Electric Nigeria is recruiting to fill the position of:

 

Job Title: Field Sales Rep (Dealers)

Location: Lagos

Responsibilities

• To ensure growth and profitability of the business via the dealers.
• Responsible for sales activities in assigned accounts or regions.
• Manage quality and consistency of product and service delivery.
• Manage a pipeline of incoming dealers.
• Regularly visit accredited dealers and oversee partnership applications.
• Follow up accredited dealers performance and rewards.
• Provide training support to accredited dealers sales force
• Launch accredited dealers activity in new clusters.
• Control accredited dealers compliance with SEN price policy.
• Give commercial training support to dealers.
• Control compliance with price policy.
• Perform activities such as lobbying to promote advantage of SEN standards.
• Work closely with other service engineers and customers as required.
• As required formulate limited on site reports.
• Complete all necessary documentation in a timely fashion as directed (job sheets, time
• sheets, expense sheets, reports and commissioning / maintenance sheets etc).
• Maintain a neat and tidy appearance and ensure necessary conduct in accordance with
• that of an ambassador of the company.
• Maintain all company property issued and bring to the company's attention at the earliest
• convenience any item/s that are not of a serviceable nature.
• Promote at all times products and services that the company provides.
• Attend appropriate training courses to enhance skills.
• Maintain a professional and flexible attitude towards the company and its customers ensuring customer satisfaction levels are continually improved.

Requirements

• Hold a minimum of an HND or equivalent with approximately 3 years of related experience.
• Compatible with technical field.
• Preferably a degree in Electrical Engineering
• Must have prior field service experience.
• Preferably with some building industry experience
• the core of the offering used by the electrician : panel board up to 400 A, WD, CMS
• The installation standards
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written – fluent English).
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Demonstrate good self control whilst working under pressure.
• Good self organizational and motivational skills.
• Commercial awareness.
• Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheets, graphics.
• Good reporting skills
• Numerate
• Analytical

Applications Closing Date

24th December, 2013

 

Method Of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: sumbo.fagbemi@schneider-electric.com

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Stresert Services Limited Vacancy : Customer Care Executive

Stresert Services Limited is recruiting to fill the vacant position of a Customer Care Executive (Female).

Job Title: Customer Care Executive (Female)

 

Location: Lagos

Salary: N35, 000 / month

Location: Surulere, Lagos

Working days: Monday - Saturday

 

Summary of Responsibilities:

The customer service representative interacts with a company's customers to provide them with information to address inquiries regarding products and services. In addition, they deal with and help resolve any customer complaints.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the first point of contact on behalf of the organization
• Make and receive calls on behalf of the organization
• Attend to customers enquiries/queries on company's product
• Carry out telemarketing sales for the organization
• In charge of the companies social media (facebook, twitter account etc)
• Attracts potential customers by answering product and service questions; suggesting information about other products and services.
• Opens customer accounts by recording account information; Maintains customer records by constant update account information.
• Resolves product or service problems by clarifying the customer's complaint; determining the cause of the problem; selecting and explaining the best solution to solve the problem; expediting correction or adjustment; following up to ensure resolution.
• Any other job assigned of related task.

Education:

OND holder.

Skills

Must have a good working knowledge of customer service & customer retention, must be presentable, must have good communication skills, must be able to handle pressure, must have the ability to work as a team, must be able to learn fast & be proactive, must have good record keeping abilities, must be attentive to details, must have sufficient computer & telephone etiquette.

Candidate must live within Surulere, yaba and its environs;

 

Application Closing Date:

15th December, 2013

 

Method of Application

Qualified candidates should please forward CVs to: recruitment@stresertservices.com using "OND/CUSTOMER CARE" as subject of mail.

Only experienced and qualified candidates will be shortlisted and invited for an interview.

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Nestle Nigeria Plc Vacancy : Field Sales Manager

Nestle Nigeria Plc currently is recruiting for the position of a Field Sales Manager.  As the Leading Nutrition Health and Wellness Company, we are committed to enhancing People's lives, everywhere, every day. Infact  enhancing lives will influence everything we do together.

 

A presence in more than 130 countries and factories in more than 80 research centres brings many global benefits. We believe in long term career development and appreciate how challenges and motivation will help you reach your potential.

 

Nestle Nigeria Plc. upholds the principle of Non- Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities in its recruitment processes. Application are hereby invited from suitably Internal qualified candidates to fill the vacant position of

Position: Field Sales Manager

Job Reference: FSM 2014

Department: Sales

Job Details:

As the Leading Nutrition Health and Wellness Company, we are committed to enhancing People's lives, everywhere, everyday. This same commitment is what is expected of our Field Sales Manager who will ensure Availability, Visibility and Accessibility of all Nestlé products in all relevant outlets through effective management Sales force. To succeed in this role you must be an effective team leader, with excellent interpersonal skills , strong drive and passion for business results.

 

Other Responsibilities

• Manage Sell Out activities in assigned territory.
• Establish coverage plan for Distributor in assigned territory.
• Develop and implement route plan for Sales Force.
• Manage relationships between retailers, wholesalers, distributors and Nestlé.
• Manage deployment of POS Materials

Requirement

• B.Sc degree or HND in any discipline (Minimum of Second Class Lower or HND Upper Credit).
• Must have 2 -3 years experience in Field Sales Management in a Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) environment.
• Great communications and negotiation skills.
• Good Computer skills- Ms. Word, Ms. Excel, Ms. Power Point.
• Candidate must have a valid drivers license and must be willing to work in any part of Nigeria.

Application Closing Date

15th December 2013

How To Apply

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GE Nigeria Jobs : Supplier Development Engineer

GE - (Global Growth and Operations) is currently recruiting for the position of a Supplier Development Engineer - is a diversified technology; media and financial services company dedicated to creating products that make life better. From aircraft engines and power generation to financial services, medical imaging, television programming and plastics, GE operates in more than 100 countries and employs more than 300 000 people worldwide.

 

We are recruiting to fill the vacant position of:

 

Job Title: Supplier Development Engineer 

Location: Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Job Number: 1892213

Business: GE Global Growth & Operations

Business Segment: Global Growth & Operations - Africa

 

Responsibilities

• The Supplier Development Engineer drives strategic and tactical supplier development plans for the needs of multiple GE businesses in the Sub Sahara Africa region. In this role, you will expand supplier capabilities in key markets to meet the needs of multiple GE businesses.
• This role requires a strong interaction with the GE Global Supply Chain and Engineering teams.
• Develop and execute strategy to expand manufacturing and services capabilities of Sub Sahara Africa suppliers
• Work closely with Sourcing Quality Engineers and other resources to identify supplier capabilities and gaps and drive strategies to ensure capabilities available to meet GE business growth plans.
• Drive culture of safety, compliance and execution to meet GE commitments.
• Provide technical guidance in manufacturing and repair processes (e.g., welding, machining and assembly) to a global supplier base to assure product & process compliance with engineering drawings and specifications.
• Leverage GE global resources to accelerate supplier capability growth to meet local content requirements and expand supplier flexibility for needs of multiple GE businesses in the region.
• Work closely with global commodity leaders identify strategic suppliers and implement capability improvements to meet business needs.
• Drive continuous process improvements to meet cost savings and quality metrics.
• Proactively support GPB, SII, Session T and other strategic business planning.
• Coordinate identification and standardization of process, equipment, training and skill requirements
• Drive process and operational optimization at suppliers to meet fulfillment targets.
• Communicate at all levels of a matrix organization on implementation status
• All other tasks as directed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited college university
• Minimum of 10 years in Global Supply Chain and or Engineering roles
• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience
• Minimum of 4 years of working in emerging markets in a Global Supply Chain or Engineering project management role
• Working knowledge of GE or other OEM Oil & Gas, Power & Water products and services
• Demonstrated ability to work with internal and external customers.
• Strong project management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Willingness and ability to travel globally
• Minimum: Green Belt Certified
• Bachelor degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university
• Knowledge of manufacturing and repair processes and practices of multiple GE products
• Expertise of preparing engineering specifications and procedures for product manufacturing and repair
• Experience in supplier development, qualification practices and tools
• Knowledge of Sourcing processes & practices
• Experience in supplier development and practical manufacturing and repair (shop floor) exposure
• Engineering experience is desired, advanced technical degree preferred
• Technical understanding of the GE Infrastructure or other major OEM manufacturing and repair processes.
• Recognized domain expert.
• Technical understanding of the GE Sourcing processes and practices
• Demonstrated technical training experience
• Six Sigma Green Belt Certification (GE Employees Only)
• Work experience in oil & gas equipment, power generation equipment, locomotives is highly valued
• Demonstrated customer skills
• Energetic and able to energize others
• Change agent; high energy, self-starter
• Ability to work in matrix organization
• Excellent communication / presentation skills, both written and oral Demonstrated leadership skills
• Key understanding of optimal facilitation and lean process layout Proven leader with significant global component team management experience
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills
• Demonstrated success in working in a multifunctional / matrix team as part of a solution based service process
• Proven ability to interpret internal and external customer requirements and identify business needs
• Ability to communicate clearly to all levels of the organization

Application Closing Date

21st December, 2013

 

Method Of Application

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Nigerian Aviation Handling Company(NAHCO) Plc Jobs : Mechanical Engineer

Nigerian Aviation Handling Company Plc. (nahco aviance) currently is recruiting for the position of a graduate Mechanical Engineer. We are Nigeria's diversified enterprise with interests in aviation cargo, aircraft handling, passenger facilitation, crew transportation and aviation training.

 

The company currently serves more than 35 airlines at seven airports across Nigeria, with plans to expand operations to other African countries. It handles about 70% of domestic and foreign airlines operating in Nigeria.

Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified Candidates to fill the Position of Mechanical Engineer.

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

Key Responsibilities

This position is responsible for maintenance of ground handling equipment, supervision of mechanical works and ensuring all equipment are in a state of preparedness to meet the need of our customers.

Qualification and Experience

• A minimum of BSC/ HND Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• A minimum of 4 years' experience in a related job.
• Experience in troubleshooting faults on Mechanical, Hydraulic and Auto Mechanics.
• Good Sense of Innovation
• Mental Alertness attention to detail, ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Age Limit: 20-35.

Application Closing Date

Wednesday, December 11, 2013

 

Method of Application

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GlaxoSmithKline Vacancy : District Development Manager

GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), a world's leading research based Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Companies is currently seeking the services of a District Development Manager. We are committed to improving the quality of human life by enabling people to do more, feel better and live longer.

GSK employs over 97,000 employees in over 100 countries worldwide.

 

GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Nigeria Plc is one of Africa's largest consumer healthcare companies, producing leading brands such as Lucozade, Ribena and Panadol.

 

GSK is recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: District Development Manager

 

Ref No: 031213-4

Location: Gombe

Reporting To: Regional Sales Manager

 

Job Purpose/Scope

• This job exists to achieve GSK Sales (volume and value) and point of sale visibility objectives in assigned territory and to expand GSK business frontier in catchment areas within the assigned territory.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Territory Sales team to achieve sales targets (volume and value) and customer relationship expectations
• Work closely with the Regional Sales Manager to adapt trade programmes to the territory's reality
• Manage, train, inform and motivate Account Executives/Sales Officers/Partners Reps in order to deliver sales and distribution activities that are superior to the competition in respect of both core and added value services
• Develop and implement sales coverage plan for the territory to optimise reach across channels
• Responsible for new business development /expansion drive in territory.
• Drive the team's adherence to company process & procedures.
• Propose goals and set ASMART KPIs for direct reports and track performance.
• Identifying business opportunity and prospecting new Accounts based on commercial viability in designated areas within territory.
• Create and manage the territory wholesaler network.
• Champion Point of Purchase visibility activations in the territory.
• Manage engagement with local authorities, transport/ traffic agencies and other stakeholders to avoid disruption of GSK operations in the territory.
• Actively involved in anti-counterfeit surveillance.

Qualifications, Experience

• A good first degree.
• At least 4 years Field Sales experience in a FMCG or related company.

Competencies

• Key Account management.
• Territory management.
• Commercial acumen.
• Negotiation skills.
• People management.
• Presentation skills.

Application Closing Date

16th December, 2013

 

How to Apply

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