Jobs at Oando: Supervisor, Tax Strategy & Planning

Oando Plc, Africa’s leading integrated energy solutions provider; is currently seeking experienced professionals for the role: Supervisor, Tax Strategy & Planning
SUPERVISOR, TAX STRATEGY & PLANNING
The Supervisor, Tax Strategy & Planning has the primary responsibility
of developing and monitoring tax planning strategies for Oando
operating entities (in all the subsectors of the Oil & Gas industry).
The job incumbent has responsibility of ensuring the implementation of
the strategies across the company. The objective is to ensure that the
tax liability of the operating entities across board is at the minimal
level within the confines of the applicable tax legislations in each
jurisdiction where Oando operates. This is achieved by conducting
periodic research on tax planning ideas applicable to Oando businesses
(both within and outside Nigeria) and providing strategy documents on
implementation requirements.
SPECIFIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Participates in the formulation of Oando’s Tax Policy and
implementation strategy. Conduct tax research and develop an
understanding of international tax laws in relation to the Group’s
operations. Identifies tax planning opportunities for Oando operations
within the applicable legislations and ensures there is a clear
understanding of the strategies for their implementation. Develops
models for analyzing the Group’s tax structure and tax risks.
Maintains open lines of communication with all relevant decision
makers and stakeholders on strategic tax planning issues. Develops tax
compliance processes for all taxes related to Oando’s business (both
within and outside Nigeria). Monitors compliance of Oando entities
outside Nigeria with the legislations in their jurisdictions.
Identifies changes in International tax conventions (e.g. OECD) and
provides report on the implication for Oando businesses. Operational
Ensures that within the Oando Group’s Corporate Responsibilities, the
contractual obligations and transactions are strategically planned for
tax purposes. Keeps the Operating Companies informed of changes in tax
and regulatory legislations and/or enactment of new legislations.
Identifies tax risks in contracts to be executed by Operating
companies and recommend necessary amendments to mitigate the risks.
Participates in project planning for operating entities with a view of
identifying and advising on the pertinent tax issues. Reviews and
ensures timely publication of monthly tax bulletin on tax issues
within Oando and quarterly tax news letters on recent happenings
within the Nigerian tax environment, prepared by the Tax Analyst.
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
Regular reports on tax planning ideas for strategic and operational
activities. Effective implementation and monitoring of tax compliance
processes. Quality and timeliness of tax models, risk analysis and
reports. Timely notification and provision of appropriate guidance on
the application of new Tax laws, guidelines and rules. Quality and
timeliness of Oando’s tax publications.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
1st Degree in Accounting, Finance, Law or other related area. 3 – 5
years cognate work experience from a reputable organization or Tax
Consulting firm with specialist skill in Tax research and advisory as
added advantage. ACCA, ACA, ACTI are added advantage.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED
Strong financial and analytical skills Excellent report writing skills
Computer literacy Strong sense of commercial awareness Strategy
Development, Articulation and Execution Oral & Written Communication
skills Analytical Thinking & Conceptualisation Leadership/ Supervisory
Skills Financial and Illustrative Modeling skills. Oil & Gas Industry
Dynamics
Deadline: July 12, 2010
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Jobs at Oando: Supervisor, Tax Strategy & Planning

Crusher Operator wanted at Lafarge Cement WAPCO Nigeria

Lafarge Cement WAPCO Nigeria Vacancies
Lafarge Cement Wapco Plc is a multinational and leading player in the building industry. We are looking for experienced, intelligent and highly motivated individuals to fill the following positions:
CRUSHER OPERATOR
Objective:
• To run the field belt conveyor, and operate the limestone and shale crushers in order to produce limestone and shale feed of required size/quantity for the mills
Responsibilities
• To operate the crushers and field belt conveyors in strict compliance with safety precautions and operating procedures
• To control push feeder, dust screws etcto convey and filterincoming/outgoing feed to appropriate conveyor belt
• To constantly monitor incoming feed by. checking for foreign materials along the conveyor, e.g. metals, paper, none tubes, wood etc and clear build up feed on the conveyor/chute or blockages in the crushers
• To keep records of crusher operations, running and stoppage time, delays and reasons and any faults detected for the supervisor
Candidate’s Profile
• Technical College Diploma, City & Guild or OND in Geology, Mechanical or Mining Engineering
• Minimum of 2 years’ graduate experience in a quarry or process industry
• Good team player; self-motivated
• Ablility to take initiatives based on sound problem solving skills
• Demonstration of good work ethics and must be hands-on
• Very good written and verbal communications skills
• Commitment to the highest standards of safe work habits
Method of Application
To apply, please follow this procedure:
• Go to www.lafargewapco.com
• Click on ‘Career Centre’
• Read the Instructions on the home page thoroughly and follow the steps below:
- Register to obtain an ID
- Update your CV using the ID obtained
- Click on ‘Apply now’
- Click on ‘View details’ and apply for your job of interest
All online applications must be made on/ before 24th June 2010.
Please note that paper applications will not be accepted.

Crusher Operator wanted at Lafarge Cement WAPCO Nigeria

IITA Recruit for Senior Human Resource Assistant

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) with Headquarters at Ibadan, is an International Agricultural Research Centre in the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), which is an association of about 50 countries, international and regional organizations, and private foundations. IITA seeks to increase agricultural production in a sustainable way in order to improve the nutritional status and well-being of people in tropical Sub-Saharan Africa. The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable candidates for the following positions at the Institute’s Headquarters, Ibadan.
Position
SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES (HR) ASSISTANT
(2-year renewable contract)
DUTIES
Successful candidate will among other things:

• Assist to coordinate Internationally Recruited Staff (IRS) recruitment process;
• Issue contract letter/contract extension/relocation/termination letters for all IRS;
• Keep IRS records and maintain effective filing system;
• Prepare monthly payroll advice;
• Assist HRM to induct new IRS;
• Liaise with Travels Unit for visa for the new IRS;
• Assist HRM to handle IRS disengagement process;
• Provide administrative support to the HRM;
• Assist HRM to coordinate IRS Performance Appraisal exercise;
• Prepare announcements in the IITA weekly bulletin about new staff;
• Advise HRM quarterly on termination dates of IRS contracts and the arrival dates of new IRS.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
BSc/HND in Humanities, Management and Social Sciences with 8 years relevant working experience. Familiarity with administrative, secretarial skills and International NGOs is essential.
He/She must have sound analytical mind, high integrity, good inter- personal and communication skills (oral and written); strong knowledge of computer softwares and be willing to work beyond normal hours.
REMUNERATION:
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Interested qualified national applicants should forward their applications with a detailed curriculum vitae, the names and addresses of three professional referees (including telephone, fax and e-mail addresses, if available) and scanned copies of credentials not later than two weeks from the date of this publication. Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/cms/details/nrs_job_application.aspx
Please note that application letters not accompanied with evidence of current remuneration and age will not be treated. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

IITA Recruit for Senior Human Resource Assistant

SOWSCO Well Services: Laboratory Supervisor

SOWSCO Well Services (Nig) Ltd an indigenous Oil Servicing Company based in Port Harcourt requires urgently the following: Laboratory Supervisor (Trainee)

Job Title: LABORATORY SUPERVISOR (TRAINEE)

Function
Will be trained to plan, manage and supervise the activities of a cement laboratory, to conduct a standard cementing test, assure their delivery in an accurate and timely fashion using proper safety precautions.
Qualification
• B.Sc Industrial Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with a minimum of second class upper degree
Responsibilities
• Perform test to provide data for use in cementing oil wells
• Obtain specimen directly from site and make quantitative and qualitative chemical analysis
• Evaluate quality control and quality assurance statistics and modification of manuals as needed
• Develop a budget/or the laboratory and maintain control of laboratory costs • Operate laboratory instruments and equipment
• Keep records attests performed, record results and assist in report writing
Must be:
• Computer literate
• Analytical
• Not more than 25 years old
• Have good spoken and communication skills.
• Should be able to work under pressure and odd hours
• A licensed driver
• Proactive, focused and tenacious
Method of Application
Interested applicants should send their letter of application and CV to: sowsco@rclmail.com Curriculum Vitae submitted must be in either MS Word or PDF format. Multiple applications will be disqualified.
Deadline: 8th June, 2010.

SOWSCO Well Services: Laboratory Supervisor

John Snow Nigeria: Office / Admin Assistant

John Snow Inc (JSI) is a US based international public health firm. They are hiring for: Project Accountant
OFFICE/ ADMIN ASSISTANT
Responsibilities
• JSI is recruiting for a office Assistant position, to be based in Abuja. The office assistant will be responsible for the following:
• Assumes the receptionist duties when the receptionist is not available Answer, screen and direct incoming calls, visitors, and correspondence.
• Photocopies monthly financial vouchers in preparation for sending to JSI HQ.
• Prepare courier shipments, submits shipments to courier services.
• Maintains the Petty cash float and ensures that petty cash expenses are properly documented.
• Maintains the office store and procures office materials, coffee, tea, sugar and milk when required.
• Engages in bank related activities, cashes checks, deposits money, etc.
• Assists with clerical and administrative activities, such as organizing meetings, workshops, and trainings.
• Oversees the cleaning of the office, supervises the office cleaners and ensures that the office and its environs are well kept.
• Oversees the drivers and maintenance and service of the project vehicles.
• Engage in other administrative tasks as required by the Director of Finance.
Supervision and Reporting
• The Office/ Admin Assistant will work under the guidance of the Director Finance and Administration, who is his/her supervisor.
Qualifications
• Completed secondary school education.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience. Experience in an international organization or NGO will be an added advantage.
• Good verbal and written communications skills; good organizational skills.
• Ability to take initiative and work in groups.
• Serves as a team player and exhibits traits of courtesy, cooperation, respect, and customer service.
Remuneration
• These are full-time position based in Abuja; Salary will be commensurate with experience and salary history. JSI offers excellent benefits.

How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit cover letter and resume by e-mail to: recruitment@ng.jsi.com
Salary requirement should be included with application. Be sure to write position applied for in the subject line of your e-mail.
Deadline: 3rd June, 2010.

John Snow Nigeria: Office / Admin Assistant

JSI VACANCY

JOB TITLE: DEPUTY CHIEF OF PARTY SCMS NIGERIA

DESCRIPTION:

JSI’s integrated field office in Nigeria manages operations for the SCMS, USAID | DELIVER PROJECT, and a number of bilateral projects under JSI Logistics Services. These include Global Fund grants under Round 5 (PSM coordination) and Round 8 (Health Systems Strengthening of PSM for AIDS, TB, and malaria), and as a subcontract under PATHS2, funded by DFID. The accelerated growth of JSI s PSM-related work in Nigeria requires adequate management oversight to ensure quality technical work. Therefore, two Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) positions were created in 2009 to provide additional senior management oversight, especially in supporting the Chief of Party in strategic direction, representational duties, and client management. One DCOP is dedicated to the USAID | DELIVER PROJECT, while the second DCOP supports SCMS. Both DCOPs support the JSI Logistics Services projects.
This is a full-time position based in Abuja, Nigeria. The DCOP works under the guidance of the Chief of Party (COP), who is his/her supervisor.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Represent SCMS and JSI at various technical meetings, with other cooperating agencies, senior government officials and donor agencies.
Provide direct technical interventions to improve the various supply chain management systems with which the various projects are working.
Assist the COP in providing the overall management and strategic vision for the projects, developing and updating annual work plans, promoting synergies where possible, and ensuring that project-specific deliverables and contract-specific terms are met.
Ensure that the SCMS project works in close collaboration with other in-country supply chain programs, specifically under JSI Logistics Services, as appropriate.
Update strategies, work plans and budgets as requested by the USAID Mission and Project Headquarters.
Identify capacity gaps and arrange for appropriate training of field office staff to adequately equip them with the skills and knowledge required to accomplish their responsibilities at the day to day operational level.
In collaboration with the Project Headquarters, oversee the implementation of an indicator-based performance monitoring plan that encompasses both commodity security and logistics management indicators and that to HQ-defined project-wide performance measures. Ensure that M&E is included in the work plans
Responsible for the development of short-term operational plans to ensure that the finances and cash flow are adequate to complete required work, working with the Project Management Team and the financial administrators.
Provide Leadership, mentoring, and motivation of the in-country team by identifying opportunities and providing for these to ensure continuous technical development of project staff.
Serve as a member of the Senior Management Teams.
Serve as Acting Chief of Party in the absence of the Chief of Party when required.
Work closely with the Director for System Strengthening to design and implement technical assistance activities that strengthen in-country procurement and supply management systems.
Work closely with the Director for Finance and Administration to develop and monitor appropriate budgets to support technical activities.
Stay abreast of global SCMS and DELIVER initiatives that could support the projects objectives in Nigeria.
Support the Chief of Party to ensure that all technical areas of the project are integrated and maximize the use of available resources of the project.
Work closely with the Director for Monitoring and Evaluation to prepare quarterly, annual and other periodic reports for PEPFAR, USAID, project PMOs, NACA, and others.
Develop scopes of work and request mission approval for short term technical assistance.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief of Party.
QUALIFICATIONS
International health logistics or other public health professional with at least ten years relevant development experience.
Experience working with senior government officials.
Strong representational and interpersonal skills.
Excellent written and verbal English.
Ability to prepare and present information related to HIV/AIDS, family planning, malaria, TB, and other public health commodities.
Ability to participate in strategy development, manage implementation of projects and work independently.
Proficiency in common computer packages (i.e. Word, PowerPoint, Excel) relevant to the work.
Team player.
Able to travel up to 25% in country to support technical activities.
Willingness and ability to travel internationally, including to the US.
Experience in logistics/supply chain management and or public health commodities management desirable.
Supervisory experience required.
Previous attendance at a logistics management training required.
Previous work experience with USAID-funded projects desirable.
Previous work experience with John Snow, Inc., desirable.
Salary commensurate with experience.
CLICK LINK TO APPLY
http://www.jsi.com/JSIInternet/Jobs/jobdescription.cfm?JobID=37227
Interested candidates should submit their resumes and cover letters online by 05/31/2010.

JSI VACANCY

Intecil Products Limited Jobs: Factory Supervisor, Soap Boilers, Operator

Intecil Products Limited is growing Soap Manufacturing Industry based in Enugu and we have vacant positions for the following posts:
4. Factory Supervisor
Qualifications and Requirements
The person should possess a minumum qualification of B.Sc or HND as a Chemist with 5-10 years experience in a reputable Soap Industry.
5. Soap Boilers
Qualifications and Requirements
The person should possess a minumum qualification of School Certificate or Trade Test Certificate with 5 years experience in a reputable Soap Industry.
6. Soap Spray Drier Operator
Qualifications and Requirements
The person should possess a minumum qualification ofB.Sc or HND as a Chemist with 3-5 years working experience as a Soap Spray Drier Operator in a reputable Soap Industry.
Application
Application should be directed to the
Personnel Manager,
Intecil Products Limited
3 Isuochi Street, Uwani, Enugu
Nigeria
OR
inteciling2@yahoo.com
not later than 18th May 2010

Intecil Products Limited Jobs: Factory Supervisor, Soap Boilers, Operator

RESEARCH SUPERVISOR needed at IITA

RESEARCH SUPERVISOR (2-YEAR RENEWABLE CONTRACT) – KANO
IITA, with Headquarters at Ibadan, is an International Agricultural Research Centre in the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR), which is an association of about 50 countries, international and regional organizations, and private foundations. IITA seeks to increase agricultural production in a sustainable way in order to improve the nutritional status and well-being of people in tropical Sub-Saharan Africa.
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable candidates for the following positions at the Institute’s Headquarters, Ibadan.
POSITION: RESEARCH SUPERVISOR
2-year renewable contract (KANO STATION)
DUTIES
Successful candidate will among other things:
Conduct field survey
Manage data and carry out preliminary analysis;
Prepare preliminary reports;
Browse on internet and make library searches to collect information;
Supervise subordinates and
Perform any other assigned duties.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
BSc Agricultural-Economics plus at least three (3) years post-qualification relevant working experience in Northern part of Nigeria.
He/She must have sound analytical mind and good knowledge of computer softwares like: SPSS, STATA, SAS, LIMPEP etc.
Ability to communicate fluently in Hausa language and also good driving skills plus possession of valid Drivers’ Licence are required
REMUNERATION:
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive fringe benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Interested qualified national applicants should forward their applications with a detailed curriculum vitae, the names and addresses of three professional referees (including telephone, fax and e-mail addresses, if available) and scanned copies of credentials not later than two weeks from the date of this publication. Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/cms/details/nrs_job_application.aspx
Please note that application letters not accompanied with evidence of current remuneration and age will not be treated. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

RESEARCH SUPERVISOR needed at IITA

Baker Hughes: Customer Service Supervisor

Baker Hughes provides the worldwide oil and natural gas industry products and services for drilling, formation evaluation, completion and production.
Baker Hughes is recruiting for Customer Service Supervisor to join their operations in Port Harcourt.
Requirement / Duties

• Supervises small staff responsible for supporting key customer accounts.
• Writes procedures and assists in establishment of department policies.
• Assists with problem resolution.
• Participates in training of customer service personnel.
• Handles special projects, as assigned.
• Ability to resolve most complex problems with minimal assistance or supervision.
• Proficient in order entry software.
• Thorough knowledge of principles, concepts, theories and practices of field.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent.
• 7+ years related experience with 2 years demonstrated leadership experience.

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Baker Hughes: Customer Service Supervisor