UNDP PUBLIC ACCOUNTABILITY PROGRAMME

Tues. 19th October, 2010

MID-TERM/OUTCOME EVALUATION OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTABILITY PROGRAMMES
LOCATION: ABUJA, NIGERIA
APPLICATION DEADLINE : 23-OCT-10
ADDITIONAL CATEGORY: MANAGEMENT
TYPE OF CONTRACT: SSA
POST LEVEL: INTERNATIONAL CONSULTANT
LANGUAGES REQUIRED: ENGLISH
STARTING DATE: (DATE WHEN THE SELECTED CANDIDATE IS EXPECTED TO START) 01-NOV-2010
DURATION OF INITIAL CONTRACT: 4 WEEKS
EXPECTED DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT: 4 WEEKS


REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

EDUCATION:
Advanced University degree in one or more of the following areas: political science, demography, economics, social sciences, public health, law

EXPERIENCE
At least 15 years experience in development programming
Expert knowledge of and working familiarity with results-based management, human rights based and gender mainstreaming approaches.
Demonstrated experience in quantitative and qualitative evaluation methodology
All-round understanding of the UN’s mandate and modus operandi

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:
Excellent facilitation, communication and writing skills in English


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

CLIK LINK TO APPLY
http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?job_id=19513

LATEST VACANCY, MARKETING MANAGER

Tues .19th October, 2010
MARKETING MANAGER
The Marketing Manager is responsible for developing and maintaining marketing strategies to meet organizational objectives. He/She evaluates customer research, market conditions, competitor data and implements marketing plans as approved. Oversees all marketing, advertising and promotional staff and activities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design, implement, and facilitate annual marketing plan for the company. Support and facilitate development and implementation of section business/marketing plans.
Plan and administer the company’s Marketing Operations budget; support development of regional marketing budgets.
Develops annual marketing plan in conjunction with sales department, which details activities to follow during the fiscal year, which will focus on meeting organizational objectives.


Organize and implement client relations including:
Client satisfaction surveys

CLIENT DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES
Client skills training
Special events

Supervise company’s RFP protocol process including soliciting RFPs from desirable prospective clients and writing proposals for new business; participate in planning and presentation sessions.

Oversee business development activities including:
Efforts through Business Development Coordinator
Assisting in strategic planning for client presentations, promotional programs, etc.
Offer coaching for prospective client meetings, presentations, etc.
Work with regional/state offices on designing and implementing prospecting and client contact systems.

Oversee corporate communications activities through including:
External communications and systems
Internal communications and systems
Public relations efforts
External vendors and consultants

Develop and administer marketing database which includes client and prospect information, mailing list applications, access to financial reports, etc.

Assist with and support company’s involvement in various networks including coordinating business development and marketing activities via these relationships.

Design and plan quarterly marketing training seminars for staff.
Oversee company’s electronic marketing efforts including supervision of Web site design and maintenance.

Supervise Marketing Officers, Client Services Officers, Communications Officers, Product Development Manager and Regional Marketing Manager(s). Make staffing and hiring decisions within marketing department.
To manage the Marketing Department Budget. Delivery of all marketing activity within agreed budget. Direction of marketing staff where budgets are devolved.
Managing the entire product line life cycle from strategic planning to tactical activities.
Specifying market requirements for current and future products by conducting market research supported by on-going visits to customers and non-customers.
Driving a solution set across development teams (primarily Development/Engineering, and Marketing Communications) through market requirements, product contract, and positioning.
Developing and implementing a company-wide go-to-market plan, working with all departments to execute.
Analyzing potential partner relationships for Intercellular Nigeria PLC product lines.

EDUCATION:
BSc/MSc/MBA degree required. Concentration on Marketing, Business, or Communications preferred. Emphasis is on performance and delivery of targets and stated goals.

EXPERIENCE:
At least five years in a top level functional marketing management role within the telecommunications or FCMG environment. Strong leadership and consensus building skills; Sound Marketing management and strategic planning experience; a proven track record in developing and administering a winning marketing program is a must.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
Good energy level, positive attitude, and pleasant demeanor
Ability to handle a fast-paced environment
Possess a high level of confidentiality, professionalism and integrity
"Hands on" - Extremely detail oriented and organized
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and a team player
Comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities; flexible individual who is focused
Have strong written and oral communication and interpersonal and presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders inside and outside the company, representing the business in a professional and authoritative manner;
Demonstrated acumen, research and public relations skills.
Solid organizational skills: ability to function in a complex institutional environment and manage multiple projects under pressure and within established timeframes and deadlines;
Ability to assess, balance, and prioritize competing demands.
Familiarity with the telecommunications sector, services, governmental and public aspects of the environment within which the company operates and
Experience and skills in group and meeting facilitation.


TO APPLY
Suitably qualified candidates should within two weeks send their CV to

bolaonasanya2@gmail.com

or

Dr Bola Onasanya
13, Ogundare Street
NEPA Bus Stop
Aguda
Surulere
Lagos.

WORLD BANK, CAREER OPORTUNITIES

Tuesday 19th October, 2010
Post by Admin.

ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT

One Year Extended Term Appointment (Renewable for another year) World Bank Country Office Abuja. Nigeria Grade ET2

The World Bank, the leading multilateral institution in global economic development, is seeking applications for the position of an Accounting Assistant. This is a local position based in the Bank's office in Abuja, Nigeria

POSITION
The Accounting Assistant will be a member of the World Bank's Resource Management team recruited locally.
The incumbent in this position works under the guidance of senior team members, on detailed issues, using-accuracy and attention to details in order to meet the country office's need for timely processing and reporting of day-to-day RM work program. Uses working knowledge of daily Bank procedures to ensure day-to-day RM work program is completed effectively and efficiently, working as needed with others in the team or in other Bank unit.

RESPONSIBILITIES
The Accounting Assistant will be responsible for:
Financial Accounting
Processes accurately and promptly all accounting transactions, including payroll, operating expenses, procurement, travel, consultant payments, vendor payments, charge backs and other like running expenses. Processes transactions in the Asset Management module for office and residence inventories;
Maintain account reconciled at any given point in time. Regularly reviews the open item accounts and resolves any outstanding items; keeps relevant documents and invoices systematically to fully support the accounts;
Performs bank account reconciliation and reviews cash flow and replenishment needs.
Interacts with clients both inside and outside the Bank. e.g. staff, consultants, vendors, etc, to effect timely payments and resolve accounting related issues:
Assists in planning and monitoring budget and expenses linked to country office work program;
Provides references to bank's financial ,and administrative policies and procedures in administrative expense related subject areas;

FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING CONTROL AND REPORTING
Maintains consistency in the application of accounting rules and procedures, including safeguarding of cash and checks;
Maintains and administer the petty cash in the Country office
Processes the monthly phone bills and provides advice on reasonableness, including reconciliation.
Reviews general ledger accounts regularly to ensure accurate posting
Monitors operating expenses and highlights potential issues;
Reviews documentation for travel statements of expenses;
Periodically reviews exception reports and takes remedial actions (such as missing time, SOE exceptions, above average consultant and vendor expenses, overtime, open purchase orders and commitments, excessive travel advances etc,
Ensures compliance with institutional and regional policies and guidelines;
Generates a variety of standard and customized financial/accounting reports;
Reviews, follows up and resolves issues noted in accounting scorecard and other quality assurance reports issued by Head Quarter Accounting Department;
Follows up on audit and COSO recommendations which relate to the accounting and Resource Management functions.

QUALIFICATION
Academic Training and Experience: A relevant degree (e.g. Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics),
Minimum of 3 years experience in a relevant field (e.g. Accounting or Finance.) Preference will be given to candidates with 5 or more years of cognate experience

COMMUNICATION AND TEAM SKILLS
High level of personal and professional integrity with strong analytical skills and ability to function well in a multi-cultural environment.
Result-oriented personality with proven problem-solving skills.
Strong communication skills with ability to prepare, present and discuss findings in written and oral form.
Effective skills as an interlocutor in handling and facilitating client and inter-unit business relationships.
Ability to function effectively in multi-disciplinary team, within a matrix management environment.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Proficiency in English is required.


METHOD OF APPLICATION
For the full job description and selection criteria, qualified candidates are required to submit the electronic application by visiting www.worldbank.org/careers and click on >employment opportunities> Consultants and temporary opportunities >current vacancies> job # 102012 to submit your application electronically to the World Bank. Email or paper applications will not be considered.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Qualified male and female candidates of diverse background (gender, religious, ethnic, ,are encouraged to apply.

Not later than 26th October, 2010 from the date of the advertisement.