Ministry of Foreign Affairs Nigeria: Vacancy for Director-General of the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs (Lagos)

What is known today as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs started in 1957, as the External Division of the office of the Prime Minister. The establishment of that office was part of the preparation for Nigeria’s independence.

In the beginning 12 officers were selected after rigorous interview to constitute the pioneer staff of the Nigerian Foreign Service designed to be in the words of the then Chairman Federal Civil Service Commission, “an elite service of the brightest and the best.

In addition to courses at reputable institutions abroad such as Oxford University, as part of their training, the officers were also sent abroad to British Embassies and Consular Posts to function as Third Secretaries, vice Consuls etc. On 1st October 1960, the government subsequently established a separate Ministry known as Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Commonwealth Relations to deal with external affairs of the government.



Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the post of Director-General of the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs, Lagos.

In line with its enabling Act of 1971 (CAP.311), the Institute is charged, amongst others, with the following key mandates:
To encourage and facilitate the understanding of international affairs and of circumstances, conditions and attitudes of foreign countries and their peoples;
To provide and maintain means of information upon international questions and promote the study and investigation of such questions by means of conferences, lectures and discussions, and by the preparation and publication of books, reports or otherwise as may seem desirable so as to development, a body of informed opinions on world affairs; and To establish contacts with other organizations with similar objectives.

To achieve these mandates, the Institute is also charged with promoting the scientific study of international politics, economics and jurisprudence with a view to:
Providing relevant information to the Government of the Federation and members of the public on matters concerning international relations;
Providing facilities for the training of Nigerian diplomats and personnel of other countries;
Promoting and encouraging the study of and research into all aspects of international affairs;
Arranging international seminars and conferences on any matter relating to its objectives; and
Carrying out such other activities as may be necessary for the attainment of the objectives of the Institute.

In line with the Act establishing the NIIA, applicants for the post of Director-General, must possess the following minimum qualifications:

Hold a Professorial Chair in international relations or other related areas of the Social Sciences with a minimum of 15 years post-professional qualification and experience in international relations or related areas;
Show demonstrable track record in similar position(s) within or outside Nigeria, complete with evidence of ability to lead a high profile team of world-class academics in international studies and related areas;
Be a competent administrator with matured disposition and exposure, easily able to contribute positively to charting the countrys international relations direction in the emerging world-order.
In addition, applicants must also be computer literate.

METHOD OF APPLICATION
All applications accompanied with Curricular Vitae/resumes and photocopies of necessary credentials should reach the: Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Further information on the NIIA is available at the Institutes Website:http://www.niianet.org/
Signed:
Amb. (Dr.) Martin I. Uhomoibhi
(Permanent Secretary)

MTN Nigeria: Vacancy for Facilities & Support Services Project Analyst (Lagos)

MTN Nigeria is part of the MTN Group, Africa’s leading cellular telecommunications company. On May 16, 2001, MTN became the first GSM network to make a call following the globally lauded Nigerian GSM auction conducted by the Nigerian Communications Commission earlier in the year. Thereafter the company launched full commercial operations beginning with Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt.

MTN paid $285m for one of four GSM licenses in Nigeria in January 2001. To date, in excess of US$1.8 billion has been invested building mobile telecommunications infrastructure in Nigeria. We are currently looking for focused and determined individuals to feel up the following position.


Job Title: Facilities & Support Services Project Analyst
Department: Finance
Location: Lagos

Job Description:
•Develop project plans for every project in consultation with operational unit heads
•Provide project management support to operational units where required.
•Provide project management /support for upgrades to existing facilities
•Collate weekly project data from operational units and present report to management in prescribed format for approval
•Advise operational units within the Facilities department of changes to requirements for projects within the business.
•Provide support for regional project activities and act as interface between head office and regions for project requirements and management.
•Flag potential resource constraints and analyze likely impact on project implementation/deliverables
•Transform the departmental budget/high level plans into activity schedules and project plans and make available to operational units
•Monitor and report progress/constraints on projects undergoing implementation
Job Conditions: Normal MTNN Standard working conditions
Reporting To: Senior Manager-Facilities Services
Required Skills:
•4 years experience
•Experience in project management will be an added advantage
Employment Status : Permanent
Qualification:
A good first degree from a reputable institution A post graduate degree or project management certification would be an added advantage
This vacancy expires on 2/17/2011
Apply now

Nigerian College of Aviation Technology: Fresh Graduate Trainees Program (Zaria)

The Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (formerly known as the Nigerian Civil Aviation Training Centre) Zaria was established in 1964. It is a unique civil aviation training institution due to its four schools being co-located. These are The Flying School, The Aircraft Maintenance Engineering School, The Air Traffic Services/Communications School and The Aeronautical Telecommunications Engineering School. The College is situated at the Zaria Aerodrome 75Km. from Kaduna city in Kaduna State which is in the North Central part of Nigeria. Zaria is a University town which also accommodates several educational institutions. We currently have vacancies for interested persons to join a team of professionals as Cadets/Trainees in the following disciplines:



* Aircraft Engineering,
* Piloting,
* Air Traffic Control and
* other Aviation related fields.
Interested candidates should possess a good University degree in any of the following disciplines:
* Civil Engineering
* Chemical Engineering
* Mechanical/ Aeronautical Engineering
* Electrical/Electronics
* Piloting
* Meteorology Air Traffic Control
* Psychology
* Physics
* Applied Chemistry

Area of Specialisation
1. SPF 001 Flying
2. SPAM 001 Aircraft Maintenance
3. SPATC 001 Air Traffic Control
4. SPMET 001 Meteorology
5. SPGOP 001 Ground Operations
Age: 23-27 years and medically fit

Qualifications
* BSc in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Meteorology, Physics, Applied Chemistry with at least second class division
* Experience in the relevant field would be added advantage

Application Deadline
28th of February 2011

How to Apply
1. Application letters should indicate area of specialization
2. Comprehensive CV showing candidate’s experience, place and date of birth
3. Attach photocopies of credentials
4. Two recent passport photographs not older than six (6) months
5. Applications with current curriculum vitae and supporting documents must be received at the address stated below not later than 28th of February 2011

The Advertiser
P. O. Box 53494
Falomo, Ikoyi

Selection and Training Process Only short-listed candidates will be invited for aptitude test.
Selected candidates would undergo relevant training in Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT) as Cadets in different Aviation fields.

Microfinance Bank: Vacancy for Marketing Executives and Officers (Abuja)

Our Client is a leading Microfinance Bank situated in the Federal Capital Territory Abuja with a record of achievements. Poised to expand its market reach, the Bank seeks to employ focused and determined personnel for the under listed positions. Applicants are required to be matured, sincere, self-motivated and must be ready to deliver. Above all, applicants must be residents of FCT or the neighbouring towns.


1.) MARKETING OFFICERS
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Candidate must possess a B.Sc/HND degree, with a minimum stay period of (3-4) years in Abuja.
He/she must be a team player with proven track record of achievements.
Minimum work experience should be between 3-5 years.
Applicants must not be below 30 years of age.

2.) MARKETING EXECUTIVES
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must possess either an OND/HND/B.Sc degree with full marketing potentials, and willing to climb up the corporate ladder of growth through performance driven and smart working skills.
He/She must have a minimum stay period of (2-3) years in Abuja.
Familiarity with banking products and market environment are added advantage. Applicants must not be below 30 years of age.

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Interested candidate(s) should submit hand written application(s) accompanied by updated Curriculum Vitae with current telephone numbers and e-mail address to:

The Advertiser
P.O. Box 4289
Garki-Abuja.
Closing date of the positions is Friday 26th February 2011.