Thursday, February 6, 2014

Accenture Nigeria Opprtunity : 2014 Internship Programme

Accenture  currently accept qualified individuals for our internship programme in 2014 session. Bring your talent, passion and aspiration to Accenture. Build an extraordinary career as you work with inspiring leaders and some of the brightest people in the business to help target and deliver tangible value to global businesses and governments. At Accenture, you will turn theory into action, and issues and opportunities into outcomes. This means you will have the opportunity to see your work come to life while honing your strategic and operational skills. Choose Accenture, and make delivering innovative work part of your extraordinary career.

 

2014 Internship at Accenture

 

Location: Lagos

Job Number: 00227167

 

Description

  • Join our Internship Program and gain hands-on experience in a variety of fields as you develop essential core skills in our Business Functions (Consulting, Enterprise & Services).
  • As a member of the Consulting team, you will have the opportunity to work with leading business and government organizations to address some of their most significant challenges.
  • Together with talented and diverse colleagues, you could be involved in the analysis and development of transformational business models, through to helping clients integrate and operate them.
  • In addition to this, you will also get the opportunity to develop strong leadership, problem solving and people management skills.

Program Overview

  • You will be engaged on a 2 to 6-months' placement depending on the period of your internship.
  • You will undergo orientation and will also be given the opportunity to learn on the job thus gaining a thorough understanding and experience of what a career in consulting means and what it is like to work with Accenture.
  • Much of the work we do is at the cutting edge of innovation and thinking; our teams publish and share this knowledge as thought leadership to benefit clients, industry and fellow colleagues.

Application Closing Date

26th February, 2014

 

Method Of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should:

Click here to apply         SEARCH FOR HIGH PAID JOBS HERE

GE Vacancy : Accountant (Financial Reporting)

GE , an advanced technology, services and capital company currently recruits for the position of a Graduate Account Officer. We are, resources and expertise to take on the world's toughest challenges. Dedicated to innovation in the areas of energy, health, transportation and infrastructure, we're committed to leadership, integrity, partnership and human progress.

 

GE businesses ranging from Aviation, Capital, Oil & Gas, Energy Management, Power and Water, Healthcare, Transportation and Home & Business Solutions have operations on the African continent. Major locations include Angola, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria and South Africa. Over 1300 employees are working in the region, creating local partnerships and providing solutions & services that supports Africa's infrastructure and sustainable growth. We are also dedicated to knowledge transfer, whether it is providing technical expertise to customers by hosting customer summits, to developing young local talent through unique programs such as the Early Career Development Program in Nigeria.


Position Title: Accountant (Financial Reporting)

 

Job Number: 1920719

Location: Lagos, Nigeria


Role Summary/Purpose:

As an Accountant with some experience you will be responsible for supporting more senior accountants and performing and reviewing basic accounting entries. At this level you will be expected to explain variations in accounts and work with auditors on process improvements. You will follow an individual work plan and meets day-to-day short term objectives.


Essential Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and review account reconciliations
  • Prepare and review journal entries ensuring compliance with local accounting procedures and US GAAP
  • Drive the timely preparation of assigned journal entries driving increased efficiency
  • Prepare periodic balance sheet analysis
  • Engage with auditors to answer questions in regards to control processes and account reconciliations
  • Prepare analysis and explanations behind variations for DR4 reporting

Qualifications/Requirements:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in accounting or finance (or a high school diploma/GED or equivalent with at least 4 years of experience in an accounting or finance role)


Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

Desired Characteristics:

  • Strong analytical skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Excel, PowerPoint and Word)
  • Strong orientation towards process improvement

Application Closing Date

17th February, 2014


Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should

Click here to apply online            SEARCH FOR HIGH PAID JOBS HERE

Wednesday, February 5, 2014

Nigerian Agip Oil Company Limited (NAOC) 2013/2014 Undergraduate Tertiary Scholarship Scheme - Nationwide

The Nigerian Agip Oil Company Limited (NAOC) Joint Venture in pursuance of its corporate Social Responsibility invites suitable qualified applicants for its 2013/2014 session tertiary scholarship scheme effective 19th February to 10th March 2014

 

2013/2014 NAOC Tertiary Scholarship Scheme

 

Category of Awards

  • Host Communities Merit Award - For applicants strictly from NAOC host communities
  • National Merit Award - For applicants of non-host Communities

Eligibility

 

To qualify for consideration, applicants MUST be:

  • Registered Full TIME undergraduates in Nigerian Tertiary Institutions
  • Certified 100 level students at the time of application

Note: The following category of students should not apply:

  • 200 level and above
  • Current Beneficiaries of similar awards from other companies and agencies
  • Dependents of NAOC
  • Only Indigenes of NAOC host communities in Rivers, Bayelsa, Delta and Imo States SHOULD apply  for the Host Communities Merit Award.
  • Only candidates studying Engineering, Geology and Geosciences are eligible for the National Merit Award.

Application Closing Date

10th March, 2014

 

Method Of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should:

Click here to apply

 

Application Procedures

 

Application is open to fresh candidates.

 

A.) Before you start this application, ensure you have clear scanned copies of the following documents

  • Passport photograph with white background not more than 3 months old (450px by 450px not more than 200kb)
  • School ID card
  • Admission letter
  • Birth certificate
  • Proof of Local Government Area of Origin
  • JAMB Result

B.) Ensure the documents are named according to what they represent to avoid mixing up documents during upload3. Ensure you attach the appropriate documents when asked to upload

To apply, follow the steps below:

1.)  Click on "Apply Now" tab.

2.) Click on "Register Now" to create an account.

3.) Proceed to your email box to activate your account

4.) Click on www.scholastica.ng/schemes/naocscholarships to return to Scholarship site

5.) Enter your registered email and password to upload your information.

6.) Enter your personal information, National Identification Number (if available), educational information, other information and upload required scanned documents.

7.) Ensure the name used in applications matches the names on all documentation in same order. Upload a sworn affidavit or certificate if otherwise.

8.) Ensure you view all documents after uploading, to eliminate errors during uploading.

9.) When asked to upload photo, upload a pass-port photograph with a white background.

10.) Recheck application information to avoid errors

11.) Click "Apply Now" to submit information

12.) You will receive an email and a sms that confirms your application was successful.

13.) Return to www.scholastica.ng, enter your Email and Password to download your profile and proceed to have your Head of Department sign the document.

14.) Upload a scanned copy of the signed profile, this would be used for verification.

15. If National Identification Number (NIN) number was not available in step 6, to obtain your National Identification Number (NIN)

  • Visit http://ninenrol.gov.ng to register and learn more about the National Identity Number
  • Click "Create Account" and fill in the required fields
  • Login with Email and Password to complete the form
  • After completion, schedule a date for photo and finger print capture
  • Visit any of the 37 capture centreswww.nimc.gov.ng/pages/general/enrolmentcentres.htm to complete the registration process and obtain your National Identity Number
  • You can also do your total registration at the NIMC office

16.) Return to www.scholastica.ng/schemes/naocscholarships and update application with National Identification Number (NIN) to ensure completion

 

Note

  • Multiple applications attract a disqualification penalty from the Scholarship board
  • The aptitude test will take place at designated centres to be communicated to candidates at a later date and Candidates are to fully bear the cost of transportation to and from the aptitude test centres.

Tuesday, February 4, 2014

Guinness Nigeria Plc Vacancy : Marketing Manager - Spirits

Guinness Nigeria Plc currently recruits to fill the position of a Marketing Manager Spirit - Diageo Brands Nigeria (DBN) was created in 2010 to drive Diageo's Spirits business in Nigeria. The success of DBN is critical to the success of Diageo's operations in Nigeria and therefore is critical to Diageo Africa's success. The Spirits category in Nigeria is fast-paced with multiple competitors, an emerging route to market structure and evolving competitive set. This represents a major challenge as the role is likely to require a solutions oriented approach that is both proactive where possible and reactive where required.

 

Job Title Marketing Manager – Spirits

AutoReqId:
 40228BR

Function: Marketing

Location: Lagos

Level: L4

 

Responsibilities

  • Reports to the Marketing Director, Guinness Nigeria Plc
  • The Marketing Manager will work closely with the General Manager DBN, Marketing Director and the Customer Marketing team
  • The role will lead the marketing agenda for the Diageo spirits portfolio in Nigeria, developing brand strategies and leading the execution of these strategies to ensure that chosen priority brands are leaders in their categories in Nigeria.
  • The role will continually identify & quantify new growth opportunities for the portfolio based on continuously updated consumer insights, developing new growth drivers if required in partnership with West Africa Spirits Hub Team, whilst developing Spirits Marketing Talent for the future in Nigeria & Africa.

Leadership Responsibilities

  • Work with the DBN General Manager & Marketing Director, Nigeria to set and execute the Nigeria five-year Strategy on Spirits Brands
  • Liaise with the West Africa Spirits Hub Team & fellow African spirits brand teams to ensure 2 way search & spin of growth drivers on the priority brands and lead delivery across the region
  • Develop & Coach the Nigeria Spirits Marketing team on Marketing & Spirits excellence in execution and support the DBN Customer Marketing team

Key Accountabilities

  • Assist and support the General Manager DBN to deliver the AOP growth aspirations plus overlay targets in F14 and beyond
  • Assist DBN General Manager in establishing the evolving route to market assessment for Spirits in Nigeria including a plan for correct COGS & efficient SKU's for long term growth
  • Support and lead Spirits Brand growth with Marketing Director by developing & implementing the code for growth for Spirits
  • Lead the development of the local Game Plan and lead the categories in the Joined up Business Planning (JUBP) process
  • Work with the in-market teams & commercial managers to turn the Spirits annual GAME brand plans into "executable" commercial plans and assist with the development of missing growth drivers.

Requirements

  • University degree in Marketing / Business or other related discipline preferred
  • Postgraduate Qualifications - an advantage
  • Proven and strong Brand and Trade marketing experience (6-10 years)
  • Proven ability in Team Leadership / Strategic thinking (minimum of 3-4 years)
  • Spirits experience / knowledge is essential
  • Proven experience working in emerging markets
  • Proven track record of leading & inspiring Agencies
  • Can demonstrate excellent Commercial acumen & Marketing judgement
  • Can demonstrate excellent cross-functional working skills & thought leadership
  • Extensive experience of ATL and BTL strategy development and implementation
  • Proven experience in Consumer insight generation and strategic penetration
  • Strong identifiable track record of success
  • Is experienced at managing key stakeholders nationally & internationally
  • Budget & cost control management
  • Strong project Management skills and experience

Barriers to Success in Role

  • Inability to manage and influence a cross functional team
  • Inability to engage & work collaboratively with West Africa Spirits Team
  • Inability to learn fast, adaptation to a new, flexible role and manage relationships with varied stakeholders

Work Location

Lagos based with some travels within and outside

 

Application Closing Date

10th February, 2014

 

Method Of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should:

Click here to apply            SEARCH FOR HIGH PAID JOBS HERE