United Geophysical: Finance Manager

United Geophysical (Nigeria) Limited is seeking to engage additional Nigeria professional and technical staff to serve and operate anywhere in Nigeria to fill the following position: Experienced Finance Manager

WEMA BANK MANAGEMENT TRAINEE

Wema Bank Plc is currently recruiting for a Management Trainee Programme nationwide.
Prospective candidates who wish to seek employment in the Bank must fulfill the following criteria:
* Must have successfully completed their first degree in a reputable higher institution within or outside Nigeria.
* Candidates must have a minimum of 2nd Class Upper.
* Must be a Nigerian or have the necessary work permits, if not a Nigerian citizen.
To become a member of the Wema Family, a potential employee will have to go through the following procedure:

* Complete and submit a recruitment form
– Download It Here send your resume to jobs@wemabank.com
* Write and pass an aptitude test.
* Attend two or more interviews
Please note that ONLY those who are successful at all levels of our recruitment process will qualify for employment, provided there are suitable openings.

GE Recruit for Business Development Manager

GE Infrastructure, Water & Process Technologies, a unit of General Electric Company, is an industry leader in solving the world's most pressing water reuse, industrial, irrigation, municipal, and drinking water needs. Through desalination, advanced membrane, separation solutions, and water reuse and wastewater management and process technologies, GE delivers added value to its customers.

GE provides value by improving performance and product quality, reducing operating costs, and extending equipment life through a broad range of products and services that are designed to optimize total performance; protect customers' assets; prevent fouling and scaling; and safeguard the environment through
water conservation and energy reduction. GE offers a competitive salary, outstanding benefits package and the professional advantages of an environment that supports your development and recognizes your achievements. For U.S. employment opportunities, GE hires U.S. citizens, permanent residents, asylees, refugees, and temporary residents. Temporary residence does not include those with non-immigrant work authorization (F, J, H or L visas), such as students in practical training status. Exceptions to these requirements will be determined based on shortage of qualified candidates with a particular skill.

GE will require proof of work authorization prior to employment. We would like to thank everyone who submits their resume for this opportunity. Due to the volume of resumes we receive, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. For more information on GE Infrastructure, Water & Process Technologies, visit www.gewater.com . GE is an equal opportunity employer

Essential Responsibilities
1. Growing sales of GEW&PT chemicals to oil companies in Nigeria and/or Angola (Shell, Exxon, Total, BP, …)

Building high level relationships with decision makers
Providing value propositions that meet the operational goals of current customers and prospect
Raise the awareness of the chemicals portfolio of GEW&PT for oil fields within Nigeria (customer calls, papers in conferences, customer seminars)
Identifying prospects and build a pipeline of potential customers
Establishing monthly budgets & forecast
To nurture and develop ‘Sales’ related business through the development of Customer/Prospect relationships, following through upon opportunities and for both new and existing opportunities
Manage, plan and schedule the appropriate resources provided to meet the required objectives of GEW&PT (application engineering, technical support, manufacturing, customer care, commops
Arranging and attending sales calls to potential Customers.
Maintain regular scheduled Customer/Prospect meetings to resolve existing and potential contractual issues and to provide the necessary after sales support and advice both to GEW&PT and the Customer.
To help in the smooth process management of designs from initial contact with the client to full proposal being submitted.
Preparing proposals and draft contracts to ensure at all times the objectives of the Prospect/Customer are met inline with the objectives and needs of GEW&PT.
Researching the market to identify new areas of business growth.
Liaise, support and monitor with the Commercial, Customer Care and Financial departments Customer contracts to ensure Customers pay promptly and any necessary actions are taken, in consultation with senior management, to ensure GEW&PT recovers all and any outstanding debts.
Cold calling of new Prospects/Customers to constantly ensure that the market is aware of the full range of systems, services and products of GEW&PT to meet their needs.
Maintain a current database of potential clients.
Keep the ability to travel widely and at short notice.
Territory sales strategy development and implementation.
External market commercial/contractual agreements negotiations.
Completion of administration duties as required.
Oversee EH&S compliance and take action as required.

Qualifications/Requirements
1. B.Sc in Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical Engineering

More than 5 years of Sales and Technical experience in the area of chemical treatments for oil fields
Technical expertise and excellent Customer problem solving skills are essential
Work must be consistently accurate, timely and complete with emphasis on ensuring that GEW&PT maintains technological leadership
Very good communication skills are required with the ability to express information in a clear and concise manner.
Adequate preparation for meetings as well as skills in listening and understanding other points of view are needed
Strong English communication skills. Well organized
Understand contractual and commercial terms
Posses good negotiation skills
PC literate


Desired Characteristics
1. Experience in oil field chemicals in Nigeria and/or Angol

Passion for Customer satisfaction and strong sales records at GEW&P
Good communication & negotiation skills
Result’s oriented, can do attitud
Ability to frequent traveling to Western Africa
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Senior Finace Officer [IITA Nigeria]

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) with headquarters in Ibadan, Nigeria invites applications for the post of Senior Financial Officer.
IITA is a non-profit organization based in Africa. It works with national entities to increase food production in tropical Africa. We have over 100 international scientists and support staff and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa. More information on IITA is available on http://www.iita.org/

Position:
The candidate will play a critical role in assisting the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in strengthening and overseeing fiscal management systems and achieving strategic goals of IITA Finance Office.


Major Responsibilities
Reporting to the CFO of IITA, the candidate will have responsibility for understanding the strategic direction of the organization and providing high-level, proactive financial expertise and direction for both short-term and long-term financial planning and management as follows:

•Advise the CFO on all matters affecting control and implementation of the Institute’s financial management policies and procedures
•Assist the Finance Office in ensuring the Institute’s financial integrity and accountability
•Assist in ensuring that the financial reporting and accounting requirements of donors are met
•Assist in maintaining effective financial control over the Institute’s assets, Investments, liabilities, income, and disbursements.
•Provide strategic guidance and oversight for the formulation and implementation of Finance policies and procedures
Specific Responsibilities:

Strategy:

•Assist to prepare accurate and timely medium-term financial plan/annual budget
•Monitor financial performance against budget to support the dynamic re-Allocation of resources according to priorities
•Develop tools and systems to provide critical financial and operational Information to the CFO and make actionable recommendations on both strategy and operations
•Work with the CFO to craft a long-term strategy for Finance Office by providing advice on issues, trends, and changes in the operating model(s) and operational delivery
•Assist in establishing yearly objectives and work plans for the various workshops in Finance Office
•Advise the CFO on long-term budgetary planning and costs management in alignment with the Institute’s strategic plan, considering limitations and changes in the funding environment, strategic growth opportunities and collaborations with external organisations
•Remain up to date on non-profit audit best practices
Financial and Operational Management

•Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems, ensuring compliance with appropriate accounting principles and regulatory requirements
•Maintain internal control safeguards and ensure timely audit activities
•Optimize the handling of banking relationships and initiate appropriate strategies to enhance cash positions
•Oversee budgeting and the implementation of budgets so as to monitor progress and present financial metrics both internally and externally
•Provide user friendly management tools that can be used for planning and tracking budgets
Compliance

•Ensure compliance and maintain oversight for all accounting and operating activities
•In conjunction with the CFO, assist in annual financial audits; review audit materials, and prepare management response to the auditor.
Risk Assessment

•Conduct monthly financial reviews of program spending.
•Advise CFO on investment of funds; work with banks and other financial institutions.
Acting Role

•Act as Officer-in-Charge during periods of absence of the CFO.
Team Management

•Mentor and develop finance management teams, providing input on work allocation, training, trouble-shooting, problem and conflict resolution, and the building of an effective team dynamic.

Duty Station: Ibadan, Nigeria

Qualifications and Experience

•Advanced degree in a relevant field—research administration, public administration, and management, preferably an MBA
•Must be a Certified Public Accountant or Chartered Accountant
•Preferably with ten years or more of progressive experience in managing corporate finance, including reporting to senior management
•Experience in a multidisciplinary research organization and cross- cultural environment, preferably in a not-for-profit organization
•Excellent leadership, management, interpersonal, and team building skills
•Ability and proven track record in leadership of small groups; experience as a
•manager of staff, team builder / leader; and ability as a manager of strategic relationships
•Proficiency in at least one major enterprise management system (oracle, sun, platinum SAGE, etc.) and relevant computer applications
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English is essential, including ability to set out coherent presentations and group interactions
General Information: The initial contract is for 2 years. IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars.

Applications: Applications including curriculum vitae, names and addresses of three referees should be addressed to the Human Resources Manager. Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/cms/details/job_application.aspx

Closing date: The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.


IITA is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from women candidates.

Please note that only short listed candidates will be contacted

Finance Services Company Vacancies

A leading financial services company with offices in Nigeria requires qualified candidates for immediate employment. Interested Applicant who meet the requirement below should apply, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.




MANAGERS & DEPUTY MANAGERS - Treasury & Investment

• A good first degree/HND with minimum of 5 years experience in Money Market Operations.

• Wealth Management Investment and Financial Intermediation.


• A strong working relationship with high networth individuals, corporate investors,

banking and finance industry is compulsory and very essential.



BUSINESS EXECUTIVES - Operations/Financial Products

• A good first degree(B.Sc/HND with minimum of 3 years experience in Banking Operations, Treasury, Credit and Marketing of Financial Products in Banks,

Microfinance and Finance Companies.



BANK ASSURANCE EXECUTIVES

• HND/B.Sc/ND

• Highly Intelligent, Sociable with Strong Personality to drive micro insurance, Wealth Management and Investment linked products in a competitive mass market environment.

• Candidates with experience in Insurance, Pension Fund Management, Banking and Microfinance are most qualified.

• Fresh graduates with high level confidence and interpersonal skill may also apply.

Remuneration

The best in the industry but commensurate with verifiable performance and level of experience.



Method of Application

By post to:

The Chief Consultant: Capital Network & Investment Ltd,

Centage Plaza (3,4 floor) 14 Allen Avenue,

Ikeja -Lagos.

Or by e-mail to: capnet95@yahoo.com

Closing Date: 26th January, 2010.