News, Jobs, Scholarship and Business Tips: Apr 4, 2018

Wednesday, April 4, 2018

Trump vows to deploy military to Mexican border

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Trump vows to deploy military to Mexican border

AFP / Olivier Douliery US President Donald Trump has raged at Mexico for allowing around 1,500 migrants from Central America to walk toward the US border

President Donald Trump on Tuesday vowed to deploy the military to secure America's southern border, as a caravan of Central American migrants headed north through Mexico toward the United States.

The US leader has spent three days attacking the Mexican government for failing to block the estimated 1,500 people from El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras from walking north toward the border.

"Until we can have a wall and proper security, we're going to be guarding our border with the military," Trump told journalists.

In an evening statement, the White House clarified that Trump's plan involved mobilizing the National Guard -- not active duty military troops, which would be barred by US law.

Senior officials including Defense Secretary James Mattis, Homeland Security Secretary Kirsten Nielsen, Attorney General Jeff Sessions, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Joseph Dunford and Chief of Staff John Kelly briefed Trump last week and follow-up discussions Tuesday, it added.

"President Trump and senior officials present also agreed on the need to pressure Congress to urgently pass legislation to close legal loopholes exploited by criminal trafficking, narco-terrorist and smuggling organizations," the statement added.

Trump accused Mexico of abetting and profiting from illegal immigration, which he pledged in his 2016 election campaign to halt.

- Laws are 'weak' and 'pathetic' -

"The caravan makes me very sad that this could happen to the United States, where you have thousands of people that just decide to walk into our country and we don't have any laws that could protect it," he said.

"If it reaches our border, our laws are so weak and so pathetic... it's like we have no border," added the president -- who lashed out at his predecessor Barack Obama for allegedly weakening border security, without elaborating on his claims.

AFP / VICTORIA RAZO Central American migrants taking part in a caravan headed towards the United States queue for food at a sports field in Matias Romero, Oaxaca State, Mexico, on April 3, 2018

He also railed against the US Congress for not tightening laws on immigrants, and against Democrats for stalling the border wall he promised to build during his campaign.

Trump had previously suggested the military could help fund and build the wall, but it was the first time he proposed US troops to patrol the 2,000-mile (3,200-kilometer) frontier.

The Pentagon had no immediate comment on Trump's remarks. In the past 12 years, National Guard troops have been deployed twice to bolster border security, but none have been there since 2010.

Mexican Foreign Minister Luis Videgaray said he was seeking further information about the announcement.

"Mexico has asked the United States, via official channels, to clarify the announcement by @POTUS on the use of the military on the border," Videgaray said on Twitter.

"The Mexican government will decide its response based on said clarification, and always in defense of our sovereignty and national interest."

- 'People flowing in' -

AFP / VICTORIA RAZO A Central American woman taking part in a migrant caravan headed for the United States rests at a sports field in Matias Romero, Oaxaca State, Mexico, on April 3, 2018

The Trump administration has sharply bolstered spending on patrolling the border, and intensified crackdowns on undocumented immigrants inside the country.

But the president remains frustrated that other initiatives by his administration to slow both legal and illegal immigration have been stalled or blocked.

After a year's delay, Congress budgeted $1.6 billion last month to begin construction of the wall, a small portion of the $25 billion Trump asked.

The initial funding might only pay for 100 miles of wall, and Trump last week proposed that the Pentagon's budget be tapped to build the rest.

"We need to have a wall that's about 700-800 miles," he said Tuesday.

The US president's rekindled anger over immigration was apparently sparked over the weekend by media reports on the migrants heading across Mexico.

Like each of the last five years, the so-called caravan set off recently from the southern Mexican state of Chiapas, partly in protest at conditions faced by migrants, and partly to help migrants safely reach the US border.

Trump says the phenomenon is proof of the need for a wall.

"The caravan which is over 1,000 people coming in from Honduras thought they were just going to walk through Mexico and right through the border," Trump said.

"We cannot have people flowing in our country illegally, disappearing and, by the way, never showing up to court."

French student protests add to Macron's rail strike woes

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French student protests add to Macron's rail strike woes

AFP / Philippe HUGUEN Students demonstrate with striking SNCF staff at Lille Flandres station

Growing protests at French universities on Wednesday added to pressure on President Emmanuel Macron over his sweeping reform agenda, as rail workers pressed on with rolling strikes that are causing havoc for millions of travellers.

Train drivers and other railway staff waged a second day of strikes set to continue two days out of every five until June 28, unless Macron backs down on his plans to overhaul the heavily-indebted state rail operator SNCF.

In the meantime, students at two universities in Paris and Lyon blocked campuses in anger at Macron's plans to make university entry more selective, joining a slew of nationwide sit-ins that have disrupted classes for weeks.

French unions and left-wingers have consistently called for students and workers to come together to resist Macron in a re-run 50 years later of the famed May 1968 anti-government demonstrations which saw them join forces.

"I'm working for a May 2018," radical leftist and former presidential candidate Olivier Besancenot told France Inter radio on Wednesday.

AFP / ludovic MARIN Weeks of disruption lie ahead for France's 4.5 million daily train passengers

Macron, a 40-year-old ex-investment banker, has vowed to reshape France with far-reaching reforms designed to increase economic growth and cut mounting public debt.

After storming to power last May at the head of a new centrist party, he insists he has a mandate for change.

He managed to push through controversial labour reforms in October, but a series of protests against his various shake-ups have drawn tens of thousands onto the streets.

On Tuesday, Air France staff, garbage collectors and some energy workers staged separate walkouts along with train drivers, adding to a growing atmosphere of industrial discontent.

"This is the start of a social power struggle almost unknown in France," firebrand leftist leader Jean-Luc Melenchon told a rail workers' protest in Paris.

- Battle of wills -

AFP / BERTRAND LANGLOIS The SNCF has warned the strike could last at least until late June unless President Emmanuel Macron drops his reform plans

Only one in seven high-speed trains and a fifth of regional trains were running Wednesday, with a third of Eurostar crossings to London called off -- similar to the level of cancellations a day earlier.

And the SNCF warned the walkouts would continue to have knock-on effects Thursday for France's 4.5 million daily rail users as staff struggle to get regional services running again as normal.

Prime Minister Edouard Philippe has told travellers to brace for "difficult days ahead".

But he insisted the government will press on with reforms which it says are needed to make the SNCF cheaper to operate as EU countries prepare to open passenger rail to competition by 2020.

SNCF management said only a 29.7 percent of staff were taking part in the strike Wednesday compared to 33.9 a day earlier, but unions have given much higher figures of 60 percent or more on the first day.

AFP / BERTRAND LANGLOIS Unions fear Macron's planned reforms are a first step towards privatising the national rail operator

Unions oppose plans to strip new hires of guaranteed jobs for life and early retirement, and fear a looming restructuring of the SNCF as a publicly-owned company could ultimately see it privatised -- something ministers deny.

The battle of wills between Macron and rail unions has already earned comparisons with late British premier Margaret Thatcher's standoff with coal miners in the 1980s.

- Students revolt -

Students are protesting against planned changes to entrance procedures at public universities that will see them set stricter requirements to tackle massive overcrowding and high dropout rates.

AFP / GEORGES GOBET Students in Bordeaux hold a banner reading "Rubber baton hits are free of charge, so should be university"

Students at universities from Paris to Toulouse, Bordeaux and Nantes have been shutting down or severely disrupting classes for weeks arguing the changes are an elitist attack on France's egalitarian principles.

Protesters at a second Parisian faculty, the Lettres de Sorbonne-Universite, blocked the campus on Wednesday, following students at the Lumiere Lyon 2 university in eastern France who joined the fray on Tuesday evening.

"The objective is that only knowledge compatible with the dominant ideology -- compatible with a market economy -- will get taught," read a statement from the Lyon students, who have occupied the main lecture hall.

In the Paris region, the second day of train strikes prompted more morning gridlock as commuters took to the roads instead, with traffic website Sytadin reporting 350 kilometres (220 miles) of tailbacks -- double the usual amount.

AFP / Paul DEFOSSEUX French work transportation

Commuters have been forced to set off hours early, work from home or find other solutions such as carpools due to disruption that is set to cause months of problems for French businesses.

At Lille station in northeastern France, 56-year-old Marc Cornille was worried the disruption could cost him his temporary job contract.

"I understand their demands, just not the way they're going about it," he said of the rail workers.

China plans to hit US soybeans, planes as trade war looms

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China plans to hit US soybeans, planes as trade war looms

AFP/File / STR The US says it could impose tariffs on a range of Chinese imports, including electronics

China Wednesday unveiled plans to hit major US exports such as soybeans, cars and small aircraft with retaliatory tariffs worth $50 billion in an escalating trade duel between the world's two top economies.

The move came hours after President Donald Trump's administration published its own $50 billion list of Chinese products facing US tariffs because of Beijing's alleged theft of intellectual property and technology.

The two powers have engaged in heated rhetoric and tit-for-tat actions that have raised the prospect of a trade war and rattled global markets.

Markets in Japan and Australia clung on to marginal gains wednesday but China, Hong Kong and South Korea dipped into the red ahead of Beijing's announcement.

Trump took to Twitter following Beijing's action, blaming previous US administrations for the US trade deficit and intellectual property "theft" by China.

"We are not in a trade war with China, that war was lost many years ago by the foolish, or incompetent, people who represented the US," Trump tweeted. "We cannot let this continue!"

Foreign ministry spokesman Geng Shuang said China remains open to talks, "but the opportunity for consultation and negotiation has been missed by the US side time and again".

"The US side should not try to threaten China in a condescending way. We should have give and take, instead of threatening the others senselessly," Geng told reporters before Beijing announced the tariff plan.

"Any attempt to bring China to its knees through threats and intimidation will never succeed. It will not succeed this time either."

The Chinese commerce ministry unveiled a list of 106 products, including chemical goods, frozen beef and whiskey, that will be hit by duties of 25 percent, though it did not announce a date for their implementation.

A third of all US soybean exports go to China in sales worth $14 billion last year, and the crop is grown in rural states that voted for Trump in the 2016 election.

The tariffs also target planes that weigh no more than 45,000 kg -- smaller than the major commercial jets made by Boeing.

The targeted planes would include private jets like the Gulfstream V and others that have been snapped up by China's elite.

AFP / WANG ZHAO China this week hit back at earlier tariffs, imposing its own levies on US wine, nuts and fruit

Taken together the $100 billion worth of targeted goods represents a good portion of the $580 billion in two-way trade recorded last year.

When asked about Trump's demand for China to lower its trade surplus with the US by $100 billion, vice commerce minister Wang Shouwen told reporters China "can't accept this, foremost because it's impossible to do".

Beijing also launched a dispute settlement procedure at the World Trade Organization on Wednesday, the commerce ministry said in a separate statement, adding that Washington had committed a "flagrant violation of WTO rules".

China's newly unveiled tariffs come after Beijing imposed duties on about $3 billion on US exports such as pork, wine and fruit on Monday in response to earlier US tariffs on steel and aluminium.

The US followed on Tuesday with its $50 billion list, which includes imports like electronics, aircraft parts, satellites, medicine, machinery and other goods.

The proposed list targets "products that benefit from China's industrial plans while minimising the impact on the US economy", the office of US Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer said in a statement.

It identifies roughly 1,300 goods that could face duties of 25 percent but remains subject to a review process that will last until at least May before it can take effect.

- Mixed feelings -

Over the last month, Trump has shaken markets and disregarded warnings from industry groups and members of his own Republican party in announcing punishing new tariffs on exports from major trading partners.

The move toward trade sanctions on China, however, had received a mixed response, with some support among lawmakers and industry bodies.

The US-China Business Council said it agreed that US companies suffer forced technology transfer in China -- but warned against tariffs.

"The American business community wants to see solutions to these problems, not just sanctions," John Frisbie, the council's president, said in a statement.

AFP/File / ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS US President Donald Trump has repeatedly railed against Chinese imports, insisting the US gets a bad deal from its trade relationship with the world's number two economy

"China needs to substantially improve market access and competitive conditions for American companies selling to and investing in China in certain sectors, but unilateral tariffs may do more harm than good."

General trade tensions had calmed in recent days, with investors taking some solace from news that Washington had begun talks to resolve differences with the European Union and China.

But in a series of irate tweets this week, Trump renewed threats to scrap the North American Free Trade Agreement -- another trade bugbear which he has denounced as a killer of US jobs.

Brazil's Supreme Court to rule on prison for Lula

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Brazil's Supreme Court to rule on prison for Lula

AFP/File / Miguel SCHINCARIOL Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva is seeking a third term as Brazil's president and leads easily in opinion polls

Brazil's supreme court is to rule Wednesday on whether former president Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva should start a 12 year prison sentence for corruption, potentially upending this year's presidential election.

The court showdown in the capital Brasilia is a key battle for Brazil's deeply polarized electorate ahead of the October polls, in which Lula is currently the heavy favorite, despite his legal problems.

Late Tuesday, up to 20,000 people demonstrated in Brazil's biggest city, Sao Paulo, to demand Lula go to prison and be barred from the election.

More protests -- for and against Lula -- were planned in Brasilia on Wednesday, with demonstrators separated by a metal barrier and heavy police presence.

The head of the army, General Eduardo Villas Boas, tweeted that the military shared Brazilians' "desire for the repudiation of impunity."

The comment, likely to be seen as backing prison for Lula, was a rare foray into politics by a general in a country that was under military dictatorship for two decades until 1985.

AFP / Mauro Pimentel Demonstrators attend a rally demanding Lula's imprisonment at Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro

Villas Boas also asked "who is really thinking about the good of the country and future generations and who is only worried about personal interests?"

The court was due to start deliberations at 2:00 pm (1700 GMT), but with 11 justices casting votes, the session was likely to be lengthy.

Lula, 72, was sentenced to 12 years and one month prison after being convicted last year of accepting a seaside apartment as a bribe from a major construction company seeking government contracts. He appealed in a lower court but lost.

Under current law, that means he should go immediately to prison, even while conducting further appeals. However, Lula has asked the Supreme Court to grant him habeas corpus, allowing him to remain free while pursuing those appeals.

The court is believed to be evenly split on the issue, so that if only one judge changed position it would secure Lula's temporary freedom -- and boost his uphill bid for a third term in office.

If the court turns him down, he could face jail this week.

- Hot rhetoric -

AFP / Miguel SCHINCARIOL Demonstrators against former Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva hold a rally demanding his imprisonment, in Sao Paulo

Lula left office after two terms between 2003-2010 as Brazil's most popular president on record, but he has since turned into a hugely divisive figure, inspiring adoration on the left and hatred on the right.

"We want Brazil to be freed of this shameful corruption. Imprison Lula and let Brazil turn the page," said Mara Massa, 67, at the protest in Sao Paulo, where the crowd chanted "No more Lula!"

Lula portrays himself as framed by a right-wing judiciary bent on preventing him from returning to power.

He won cheers from a large crowd in Rio de Janeiro late Monday when he portrayed his legal struggle as continuation of his long fight against dictatorship as a young union leader, then founder of the Workers' Party.

"I did not accept the military dictatorship and I will not accept this dictatorship of the prosecutors," he said, insisting on his right to run for office.

AFP / Gustavo IZUS Lula's judicial saga

Ahead of Villas Boas' unusual comments, an army reservist general lashed out in Estadao newspaper that a Supreme Court ruling that freed Lula would "induce" violence and "fratricidal conflict."

General Luiz Gonzaga Schroeder Lessa, who has a history of making provocative remarks, even appeared to threaten a coup, saying an eventual Lula election victory would "leave no recourse but an armed reaction. The armed forces would have to restore order."

The top court is also under huge pressure from prosecutors like Deltan Dallagnol, who spearhead Brazil's mammoth "Car Wash" anti-graft probe, which has netted scores of high-ranking politicians beyond Lula over the last four years.

On Monday, more than 5,000 judges and prosecutors signed a petition against granting Lula his habeas corpus request.

And on Wednesday, Prosecutor General Raquel Dodge said that allowing convicted criminals to stay free pending several appeals would "annihilate" the justice system.

However, one of the Supreme Court justices, Gilmar Mendes, tried to reassure the nation, saying the court's ruling -- whichever way it went -- would lead to "a calming down, not an increase in conflict."

Latest World News: Turkey, Russia and Iran urge 'lasting ceasefire' in Syria

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Turkey, Russia and Iran urge 'lasting ceasefire' in Syria

POOL/AFP / TOLGA BOZOGLU (l to r) President of Iran Hassan Rouhani, Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Russia's Vladimir Putin voiced their commitment to achieving lasting peace in Syria

Turkey, Russia and Iran on Wednesday said they were committed to achieving a "lasting ceasefire" in Syria, in a joint statement issued following a summit in Ankara hosted by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Erdogan, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and Russia's Vladimir Putin reaffirmed their commitment to cooperating for "the achievement of a lasting ceasefire between the conflicting parties", a joint communique said.

The three powers have been working together to speed up the process of finding a political solution in Syria as part of the Astana peace process which began last year.

The Ankara summit at Erdogan's presidential palace was the second such tripartite summit following one in November 2017 in the Black Sea resort of Sochi hosted by Putin.

Erdogan insisted their meetings and the Astana talks were not an "alternative" to the UN-backed Geneva process to find peace in Syria.

But the three leaders said "the Astana format had been the only effective international initiative that had helped reduce violence across Syria and had contributed to peace and stability in" the country.

They added that it had given "impetus to the Geneva process in order to find a lasting political solution to the Syrian conflict" in the statement.

"What is foremost for us is getting results. We must get results. We have no tolerance for delays. People are dying here," Erdogan told reporters after the summit.

The three countries have been working together despite being on opposing sides of the civil war.

Russia and Iran have provided military and political support to the regime of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad while Turkey has repeatedly called for his removal and helped Syrian opposition fighters.

Turkey last month drove out Kurdish militia from Afrin city after launching a cross-border offensive in the Syrian region in January, thanks to a reported green light from Moscow which controls airspace in northern Syria.

The next three way summit will take place in Tehran, Erdogan said, but he did not indicate when that would be.

Some 350,000 people have been killed since the start of the conflict following anti-government protests in March 2011. Millions more have been forced to flee their homes.

Turkey hosts over 3.5 million Syrian refugees, most of whom live in Turkish cities.

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Russia and Britain trade barbs at chemical arms watchdog

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Russia and Britain trade barbs at chemical arms watchdog

AFP / Alexander NEMENOV Foreign Intelligence Service head Sergei Naryshkin warned against escalating tensions to Cold War levels

Russia and Britain faced off Wednesday trading accusations at a tense meeting of the world's chemical weapons watchdog, as Moscow accused British and US secret services of being behind the poisoning of a Russian former double agent.

London slammed as "perverse" a Russian proposal for a joint probe into the poisoning of ex-spy Sergei Skripal and his daughter Yulia with a nerve agent, dismissing it as a "diversionary tactic".

But Russian officials hit back that accusations of Moscow engineering the attack were a "grotesque provocation ... crudely concocted by the British and American security services".

British authorities say the Skripals were poisoned with the Soviet-designed nerve agent Novichok in the town of Salisbury on March 4, and said it was "highly likely" Moscow was behind it.

The crisis has sent the long-difficult relations between Russia and the West plummeting to new lows. Both sides have already expelled scores of diplomats.

Britain has also suspended high-level diplomatic contact with Moscow.

Russian foreign intelligence chief Sergei Naryshkin warned Wednesday in a speech in Moscow that both sides must avoid tensions escalating to the dangerous levels seen at the height of the Cold War.

At a closed-door meeting of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) in The Hague, convened at the request of Moscow, Russia insisted it was ready to cooperate.

"We consider this is necessary to ensure that this problem is solved within the (international) legal framework," the Russian embassy to the Netherlands said in a Tweet.

It added that it had won backing from 14 other countries on the OPCW's governing executive council and its statement was "supported by solid facts by experts in this field".

But the British delegation to the OPCW said "Russia's proposal for a joint, UK/Russian investigation into the Salisbury incident is perverse. It is a diversionary tactic."

Moscow was seeking to "evade the questions the Russian authorities must answer," it added in a tweet."

- 'Independent' OPCW -

The British defence laboratory analysing the nerve agent revealed Tuesday that it could not say whether the substance came from Russia. Moscow hailed that as a vindication of its repeated denials of involvement.

Russia's ambassador to the Netherlands and deputy minister for industry and trade Georgy Kalamanov attended the OPCW meeting, along with British chemical weapons expert and acting permanent representative to OPCW John Foggo.

A diplomatic source, who asked not to be named, told AFP that Russia had tabled a motion asking the OPCW to "involve Russia in some way or another in the investigation".

He described the atmosphere inside the meeting as "heavy" but said the talks were set to continue after a break for lunch.

AFP/File / Chris J Ratcliffe Experts have taken samples from the site of the poisoning in Salisbury

The OPCW's experts have taken samples from the site in Salisbury and sent them to certified laboratories for analysis, but are still awaiting the results.

"But today the Russians have called a meeting of the executive council even before anything has been published," the source said.

Under the rules of the Chemical Weapons Convention it is up to Britain to lead the inquiry, with technical assistance from the OPCW which is acting in a "totally independent manner," the source said.

- 'New Iron Curtain' -

Russia has accused the West of wanting to put up a new Iron Curtain and warned of a return to the mutual isolation of the Cold War.

For Washington, "fighting the non-existent so-called Russian threat has become a real fixation," foreign intelligence chief Naryshkin said.

"It has reached such proportions and developed such ludicrous characteristics, that it's time to talk about the return of the grim times of the Cold War."

He urged the need "to stop the use of force in relations between states, not to bring matters to a new Cuban Missile Crisis".

That was a reference to the 1962 standoff between the Soviet Union and the United States that brought the world to the brink of nuclear war.The Kremlin has also demanded an apology from British Prime Minister Theresa May and her government for implicating Russian President Vladimir Putin in the attack, saying this "idiocy has gone too far"

Turkey hosts critical summit on Syria with Russia, Iran

POOL/AFP / TOLGA BOZOGLU Rouhani and Putin were in Ankara for the summit with Erdogan

The presidents of Iran, Turkey and Russia met on Wednesday for their second tripartite summit in under six months, aiming to speed the peace process for Syria and bolster their influence in the country.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan hosted his Russian and Iranian counterparts Vladimir Putin and Hassan Rouhani in Ankara at his presidential palace for a meeting that could have a critical bearing on developments in Syria.

The meeting is the second such tripartite summit after the first hosted by Putin in November in the Black Sea city of Sochi and will be a new symbol of the increasingly deep cooperation.

The three powers have backed peace talks in the Kazakh capital Astana which they argue are a parallel process to support UN-supported discussions in Geneva.

Experts say that Ankara, Moscow and Tehran have quite different interests but have for now decided to team up to take advantage of the waning Western influence in Syria.

The Kremlin's special envoy on the Syria peace process Alexander Lavrentiev said the summit would allow the chance to assess the current situation and set out future prospects.

AFP / Olivier Douliery US President Donald Trump wants to 'bring our troops back home' from Syria

Hours before the summit, US President Donald Trump said he wanted to "bring our troops back home" from Syria after indicating last week the US would withdraw from the country "very soon".

Jana Jabbour, professor of political science at Sciences Po university in Paris, said the aim of the summit was to "reorganise and renegotiate the zones of influence in Syria as well as to reflect on the future of Syria's north after US withdrawal".

- 'Key player' -

Turkey drove out Kurdish militia from Afrin city on March 18, two months after it launched an offensive in northern Syria supporting Syrian rebels.

Erdogan has indicated Turkey could extend its operation to the YPG-held town of Manbij as well as Ayn al-Arab (Kobane) and Qamishli, all east of Afrin.

AFP / Nazeer al-Khatib Turkish-backed policemen man a checkpoint in the northwestern Syrian city of Afrin

"Erdogan likely wants to use the summit to secure Russian and Iranian support for expanded operations in northern Syria or Iraq," said Elizabeth Teoman, Turkey analyst at the Institute for the Study of War (ISW).

After bilateral talks with Putin on Tuesday, Erdogan said Turkey and Russia would continue their cooperation "focusing on our common interests" in Syria.

Jabbour said Iran and Russia would give free rein to Turkey in the north against the YPG in exchange for bringing the groups it controls to the negotiating table.

"Turkey remains a key player in the Syrian crisis especially because of the opposition groups it controls. A solution to the crisis is unimaginable without Ankara's contribution," she added.

- 'Tensions to flare again' -

While Moscow and Tehran support the regime of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad politically and militarily, Turkey has repeatedly called for his removal and supported Syrian opposition fighters.

Last year, the powers agreed to set up "de-escalation areas" in western Idlib province, north of Homs province, parts of Deraa and Quneitra provinces in southern Syria and Eastern Ghouta near Damascus, which has come under heavy bombardment.

Lavrentiev said Ghouta would be retaken completely by the regime in "7-10 days".

Syrian Presidency Facebook page/AFP / HO Syrian President Assad, seen here talking to government troops in Eastern Ghouta last month, enjoys the support of Russia and Iran

Cooperation between the three in Syria "may break down at some point" and disputes between Moscow and Ankara could come to the fore when the regime turns its attention to Idlib province, Teoman said.

Idlib's civilian infrastructure is largely controlled by the jihadist alliance Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), led by Syria's former Al-Qaeda affiliate.

Turkey is keen to prevent a Russia-backed regime assault on the province home to around 2.5 million people who analysts say would have few places to flee after having already fled areas like Ghouta and Aleppo.

Turkish armed forces have now set up eight observation posts to keep the ceasefire intact but Moscow wants Ankara to also exert influence over the jihadists in control of Idlib.

Tensions may also be emerging behind the scene between Russia and Iran, with Moscow much more concerned to press for reform under Assad than Tehran.

More than 350,000 people have been killed since the war began following anti-government protests in 2011, while millions have been internally displaced or forced to flee.

Latest World News:China to hit US soybeans, cars, planes with retaliatory tariffs

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China to hit US soybeans, cars, planes with retaliatory tariffs

AFP/File / YASUYOSHI CHIBA China announced plans to hit the United States with new tariffs of 25 percent on soybeans, aircraft, cars and other imports worth $50 billion, hours after Washington unveiled its own target list

China Wednesday announced plans to hit the United States with new tariffs of 25 percent on soybeans, aircraft, cars and other imports worth $50 billion, hours after Washington unveiled its own target list.

China's commerce ministry listed 106 products to be targeted and said a date for the implementation of the tariffs would be announced separately.

The new tariffs mark a significant escalation of the brewing trade war between the world's two largest economies -- with the $100 billion worth of goods cumulatively targeted representing about 17 percent of the $580 billion in two-way trade last year.

A third of US soybean exports go to China, totalling $14 billion last year, and the product comes from rural states that voted for President Donald Trump in the 2016 election.

As the Trump administration has ramped up trade actions against China, policymakers in Beijing have emphasised they do not want a trade war but will not back down in the face of US pressure.

"Any attempt to bring China to its knees through threats and intimidation will never succeed. It will not succeed this time either," foreign ministry spokesman Geng Shuang said at a regular news briefing on Wednesday.

"There is no winner in a trade war, and an initiator will harm itself as well as others," Geng said, noting China had referred the latest US action to the World Trade Organization.

In recent weeks, both sides have said they are continuing to negotiate -- something which could avert the eventual implementation of the tariffs.

Extreme Brexit: England joins Africa in Commonwealth Games guide

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Extreme Brexit: England joins Africa in Commonwealth Games guide

AFP / ADRIAN DENNIS A young boy runs around a statue of "Borobi", the official mascot of the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games

Brexit appears to have come early for England at the Commonwealth Games as it was listed as an African country with a population of two million in the official programme.

Australian organisers sought to make light of the embarrassing gaffe after England were somehow confused with Gambia, a West African nation which rejoined the Commonwealth in February after leaving in 2013.

"There was an overprint," said Mark Peters, chief executive of the Gold Coast Games.

"We found out about it maybe 10 days ago.

"We went and spoke to England and said, 'Congratulations, the Commonwealth's changing and it has since Brexit, and you are now a part of Africa'.

"Sometimes you make mistakes and we copped it."

The official guide to the Games, which profiles the 71 participating nations and territories and was published ahead of Wednesday's opening ceremony, claims England's capital is Banjul.

It does correctly list England's "magical moment" as the "miracle mile" of 1954 when Roger Bannister beat Australian John Landy with both men running a mile in under four minutes -- the first time two athletes had done so in the same race.

But it also says that England joined the Games in 1970, which was the year Gambia became a republic within the Commonwealth.

English officials apparently saw the funny side and declined an offer from organisers to tear up the guides and undergo a reprint, due to cost.

"They implored us not to do that," said Peters. "We are actually doing a special reprint of 500 to give to the English and the Commonwealth Games Federation to make sure that in terms of records, that's done correctly."

He added: "They're going to be so valuable after the Games because of that mistake."

African athletes were quick to poke fun.

Asked if she would welcome England to become part of Africa, Ghana hockey international Nafisatu Umaru replied: "Yes, we humbly do. England will be part of us and they're part of the reason we're in the Commonwealth Games."

Latest 2018 Job Vacancy For Materials Manager at Reactor Beverages Limited

Reactor Beverages Limited is a Nigerian company that manufactures natural healthy non-alcoholic functional beverages. We produce quality beverages using the finest natural ingredients to meet high quality standards. We are committed to excellence and quality service delivery to our customers and consumers.

We wish to build and sustain a reputation of excellence in manufacturing, distribution, marketing, and sales processes. We intend to be a reference point in the beverage industry in Nigeria, through innovative products.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Materials Manager

Location: Lagos

Job Brief

Reactor Beverages Limited is a Nigerian company that manufactures natural healthy non-alcoholic functional beverages. We produce quality beverages using the finest natural ingredients to meet high quality standards. We are committed to excellence and quality service delivery to our customers and consumers.
We are looking for an experienced Materials manager to manage inventory and purchasing procedures of raw materials and other supplies used in our company.
The goal is to ensure our operations have always an adequate flow of the material they need.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with other managers to determine supply needs
Purchase supplies and materials according to specifications
Coordinate and supervise receiving and warehousing procedures
Oversee distribution of supplies in the organization
Control inventory levels and ensure availability of material during emergencies
Supervise, evaluate and coach subordinates
Maintain relationships and negotiate with suppliers
Keep detailed records on procurement activity, materials quantity, specifications etc.
Assist in forecasting to plan future orders

Requirements

Proven experience as materials manager
Experience in shipping and receiving
Familiarity with supply chain and inventory management systems
Understanding of forecasting and budgeting
Working knowledge of SAP MM
Proficient in MS Office
Excellent organizational and leadership skills
A problem-solver
BSc/BA in logistics or relevant field

Remuneration
Very attractive

Application Closing Date
4th May, 2018.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should their CV's and Cover letter to: hiring@reactorbeveragesltd.com.ng

Latest 2018 Job Vcancy For Production Supervisor at Reactor Beverages Limited

We are looking for an experienced Production Supervisor to oversee our production operations.
You’ll guarantee that manufacturing remains a smooth and efficient process by monitoring employees and organizing workflows.
The goal is to ensure that production processes deliver products of maximum quality in a profitable manner.

Responsibilities

Set daily/weekly/monthly objectives and communicate them to employees
Organize workflow by assigning responsibilities and preparing schedules
Oversee and coach employees
Ensure the safe use of equipment and schedule regular maintenance
Check production output according to specifications
Submit reports on performance and progress
Identify issues in efficiency and suggest improvements
Train new employees on how to safely use machinery and follow procedures
Enforce strict safety guidelines and company standards.

Requirements

Proven experience as Production Supervisor or similar role
Experience in using various types of manufacturing machinery and tools
Advanced skills in MS Office
Organizational and leadership abilities
Communication and interpersonal skills
Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
Problem-solving skills
HND in Business Administration, Engineering or any relevant field.

Remuneration
Very attractive.

Application Closing Date
4th May, 2018.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's and Cover Letter to: hiring@reactorbeveragesltd.com.ng

Latest Job Vacancy For Customer Service Manager at Reactor Beverages Limited

We are looking for an experienced Customer Service Manager to provide excellent customer service and to promote this idea throughout the organisation
The goal is to keep the department running in an efficient and profitable manner, to increase customer satisfaction, loyalty and retention and to meet their expectations.

Responsibilities

Improve customer service experience, create engaged customers and facilitate organic growth
Take ownership of customers issues and follow problems through to resolution
Set a clear mission and deploy strategies focused towards that mission
Develop service procedures, policies and standards
Keep accurate records and document customer service actions and discussions
Analyse statistics and compile accurate reports
Recruit, mentor and develop customer service agents and nurture an environment where they can excel through encouragement and empowerment
Keep ahead of industry’s developments and apply best practices to areas of improvement
Control resources and utilise assets to achieve qualitative and quantitative targets
Adhere to and manage the approved budget
Maintain an orderly workflow according to priorities

Requirements

B.S Degree in Business Administration or related field
Proven working experience as a customer service manager, retail manager or assistant manager
Experience in providing customer service support
Excellent knowledge of management methods and techniques
Proficiency in English
Working knowledge of customer service software, databases and tools
Awareness of industry’s latest technology trends and applications
Ability to think strategically and to lead
Strong client-facing and communication skills
Advanced troubleshooting and multi-tasking skills
Customer service orientation

Remuneration

Very attractive

Application Closing Date
5th April, 2018.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's and Cover Letters to: hiring@reactorbeveragesltd.com.ng

Latest Job Vacancy For Branch Manager at Reactor Beverages Limited

We are looking for a talented Branch manager to assign and direct all work performed in the branch and to supervise all areas of operation.
You will manage staff, foster a positive environment and ensure customer satisfaction and proper branch operation.
The successful candidate will have a hands-on approach and will be committed to the expansion and success of the business by implementing strategies that increase productivity and enable sales targets achievement.

Responsibilities

Direct all operational aspects including distribution operations, customer service, human resources, administration and sales
Assess local market conditions and identify current and prospective sales opportunities
Develop forecasts, financial objectives and business plans
Meet goals and metrics
Manage budget and allocate funds appropriately
Bring out the best of branch’s personnel by providing training, coaching, development and motivation
Locate areas of improvement and propose corrective actions that meet challenges and leverage growth opportunities
Share knowledge with other branches and headquarters on effective practices, competitive intelligence, business opportunities and needs
Address customer and employee satisfaction issues promptly
Adhere to high ethical standards, and comply with all regulations/applicable laws
Network to improve the presence and reputation of the branch and company
Stay abreast of competing markets and provide reports on market movement and penetration

Requirements

Proven branch management experience, as a manager or similar role
Sufficient knowledge of modern management techniques and best practises
Ability to meet sales targets and production goals
Familiarity with industry’s rules and regulations
Excellent organizational skills
Results driven and customer focused
Leadership and human resources management skills
BS in Business Administration or related field

Remuneration
Very attractive

Application Closing Date
4th May, 2018.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV’s and Cover letter to: hiring@reactorbeveragesltd.com.ng

Latest 2018 Job Vacancy For Executive Assistant at Reactor Beverages Limited

We are looking for a responsible Executive Assistant to perform clerical tasks in a well-organised and timely way.
You will need to act proactively and without guidance while understanding the needs and characteristics of people with whom you work with.

Responsibilities

Be the point of contact between the executives and company employees/clients and manage information flow
Manage executives’ diaries and arrange their daily schedule (set up meetings, travel, speaking engagements)
Oversee the performance of other clerical and administrative staff
Act as an office manager by keeping up with office supply inventory
Format information for internal and external communication – memos, emails, presentations, reports
Screen and direct phone calls and distribute correspondence
Devise and maintain office filing system

Requirements

Proven working experience as a executive assistant or senior executive assistant
Excellent MS Office knowledge and English proficiency
Outstanding organisational and time management skills
Aware of the latest office gadgets and applications
Acquainted with office management systems and procedures
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Discretion and confidentiality
B.Sc in Public Admin or any related field
PA diploma or certification would be considered a plus

Remuneration
Very attractive

Application Closing Date
4th May, 2018.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's and Cover Letter to: hiring@reactorbeveragesltd.com.ng

Latest 2018 Recruitment For Machine Operator at Reactor Beverages Limited

We are looking for a skilled Machine Operator to set up, maintain and operate machinery. You’ll ensure the interminable and efficient running of production.

Responsibilities

Set up machines (calibration, cleaning etc.) to start a production cycle
Control and adjust machine settings (e.g. speed)
Feed raw material or parts to semi-automated machines
Inspect parts with precision and measuring tools
Test operation of machines periodically
Fix issues that might occur during the shift
Check output to spot any machine-related mistakes or flaws
Keep records of approved and defective units or final products
Maintain activity logs.

Requirements

Proven experience as a machine operator
Working knowledge of diverse high-speed machinery and measurement tools (caliper, micrometer etc.)
Understanding of production procedures
Adherence to health and safety regulations (e.g. constant use of protective gear)
Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals
Analytical skills
Attention to detail
Teamwork and communication skills
Physical stamina and strength
HND or its equivalent in engineering or related field.

Remuneration
Very attractive

Application Closing Date
4th May, 2018.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Cover letter's and CV's to: hiring@reactorbeveragesltd.com.ng

Latest Job Vacancy For Executive Director, Marketing at PricewaterhouseCooper (PwC)

PricewaterhouseCooper (PwC) - Our client is one of Nigeria’s leading financial institutions providing insurance and financial services. They offer a range of business and personal insurance services including group life assurance, business travel insurance, mortgage protection, savings plan and credit life.

As part of our client’s mission to creating value and ensuring peace of mind in an uncertain world, it currently seeks a dynamic and competent individual to fill the position below:

Job Title: Executive Director, Marketing

Reference Number: 130-PEO00851
Location: Lagos

Roles & Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the marketing efforts across all business units.
This individual will be reporting to the MD/CEO and would work closely with the Board of directors and stakeholders.

Other responsibilities include:

Provides oversight for the day to day operations of marketing operations functions
Development and implementation of the brand and marketing strategy for new and existing products
Ensuring that the marketing team implements the marketing objectives.
Directs the efforts of the marketing, communications and public relations staff and coordinates at the strategic and tactical levels with the other functions of the Organization.
Undertake continuous analysis of competitive environment and consumer trends
Ensures the implementation and adherence to policies and strategies on marketing, business acquisition and claims administration
Coordinate the appearance of all Organization print and electronic materials such as letterhead, use of logo, brochures, etc
Map out potential customers and generate leads for the Organization
Other duties as assigned by the MD/CEO

Requirements
Skills & Competencies:

Communication and presentation skills.
Limited insider relationships and links with competitors.
Confident, driven and dynamic leader.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to spot branding opportunities
Record of diligence, integrity, willingness and ability to be independent and objective as well as to serve actively as a director
A track record of success in business with familiarity and experience in performing the role of a board Member

Qualification:

Minimum of Second class Upper Bachelor's degree and Master’s degree in Marketing or a related field
Must be a fellow of the Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria or any equivalent

Experience:

Experience in performing the role of a board Member
Over 15 years’ marketing experience in the insurance industry
Expertise in marketing of insurance products
Track record of success in business development, Marketing and Sales Management

Application Closing Date
30th April, 2018.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online now >>>

Latest Job Vacancy for Finance Manager at PricewaterhouseCooper (PwC)

PricewaterhouseCooper (PwC) - Our client is a holding company involved with manufacturing products for the Agriculture and Homecare industries. The organisation has different subsidiaries focused on Crop-Protection, Export, Healthcare and Personal & Home-Care.

They are currently recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Manager

Reference Number: 130-PEO00862
Location: Lagos
Department: People & Change Nigeria
Job type: Permanent

Roles & Responsibilities

Coordinates the establishment/development of strategic priorities, yearly objectives and yearly budgets for our client and its subsidiaries.
Assesses the company's overall performance against both the annual budget (in line with the levers of control) and the company's approved 5-year Plan.
Develops tools and systems to provide critical financial and operational information to the Group MD and provides actionable recommendations on both strategy and operations.
Carries out periodic Macro-Economic Analysis to help review the company's strategic assumptions and advise on redress measures where necessary
Collates the financial business plans and forecasts of the subsidiaries, and presents same to management as necessary
Promotes adherence to approved guidelines and policies across all subsidiaries
Oversees Financial and Risk Management activities and processes across our client’s subsidiaries
Ensures the right mechanisms are in place across the organisation, to ensure all Suppliers obligations are paid when due
Coordinates the Cash Flow Planning Process for all subsidiaries. Identifies possible funding gaps and advises on funding sources.
Supports the company’s credit policy by ensuring the controls in place are adequate, and infractions are reported promptly
Ensures efficient use of financial resources, leading to a shorter cash conversion cycle and high productivity
Coordinates the timely execution of financial reporting processes for both the organisation and its holding companies
Ensures full compliance with all tax regimes and reporting requirements in all locations within which our client and its subsidiaries operates. Ensures remittances are made on time and returns are filed within the stipulated time frames

Requirements

Minimum of a B.Sc in Accounting, Economics, Finance, or related disciplines
Must be a Chartered Accountant (ACCA or ACA).
An MBA or equivalent postgraduate management degree is an added advantage
Minimum of 10 years relevant experience, with at least 4 years’ experience in a leadership position
Work experience within FMCG, Manufacturing or Trading organisations is required

Application Closing Date
8th May, 2018.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online now >>>

Latest 2018 Job Vacancy For Head of Sales at PricewaterhouseCooper (PwC)

PricewaterhouseCooper (PwC) - Our client is one of Nigeria’s leading financial institutions providing insurance and financial services. They offer a range of business and personal insurance services including group life assurance, business travel insurance, mortgage protection, savings plan and credit life. As part of our client’s mission to creating value and ensuring peace of mind in an uncertain world, it currently seeks a dynamic and competent individual to fill the position below:

Job Title: Head of Sales

Reference Number: 130-PEO00852
Location: Lagos
Department: People & Change Nigeria
Job type: Permanent

Roles & Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be reporting to the Executive Director - Marketing and will be responsible for overseeing all sales activities of the company and meeting sales target. Other responsibilities include:

Devise strategies and techniques necessary for achieving the sales targets
Development and implementation of the brand and marketing strategy for new and existing products
Ensures that the marketing team implements the marketing objectives.
Coordinates the efforts of the marketing, communications and public relations staff and coordinates at the strategic and tactical levels with the other functions of the Organization.
Setting activity and revenue targets for members of the sales team
Coordinate the appearance of all Organization print and electronic materials such as letterhead, use of logo, brochures, etc
Map out potential customers and generate leads for the Organization
Ensures continual training and development of all members of the sales department.

Requirements
Skills & Competencies:

Communication and presentation skills
Limited insider relationships and links with competitors
Confident, driven and dynamic leader
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to spot branding opportunities

Qualification & Experience
Qualification:

Minimum of Second class Upper Bachelor's Degree in Marketing or a related field.
Must be a member of the Chartered Insurance Institute of Nigeria or any equivalent.
A Master's Degree will be an added advantage.

Experience:

Over 10 years' marketing experience in the insurance industry
Expertise in marketing of insurance products
Previous experience successfully managing sales teams from a similar industry
Proven track record of achieving targets and driving sales growth in a business.

Application Closing Date
30th April, 2018.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online now >>>

Recrutiment For Digital Communications and Media Intern at Amnesty International Nigeria

Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 7 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. We reach almost every country in the world and have: more than 2 million members and supporters who drive forward our fight for rights, more than 5 million activists who strengthen our calls for justice.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Digital Communications and Media Intern

Location: Abuja
Directorate: Amnesty International National Office
Type: Fixed Term Contract
Duration: 1 year
Working Hours: 35

Job Summary

To support the development and implementation of communication strategies, media plans, social media and digital engagements by shaping and developing the brand and profile of Amnesty International Nigeria while engaging with a variety of audiences and stakeholders.

Amnesty Nigeria Purpose

Amnesty International Nigeria mission is to build an inclusive and constructive constituency in Nigeria for Nigeria on Nigeria that has a significant impact on the key human rights issues of contemporary Nigeria; and to build a culture of respect for human rights in Nigeria.

Amnesty International Purpose

Amnesty International operates from a number of sites around the world and gathers and communicates accurate and action-oriented human rights information globally.
We campaign for meaningful human rights change; enable effective human rights activism and work to persuade governments and other actors to uphold universal human rights standards.
We campaign for meaningful human rights change; enable effective human rights activism and work to persuade governments and other actors to uphold universal rights standards.

Working Relationships:

Reporting to: Amnesty International Nigeria Media Manager
Other key relationships: Programmes staff, researchers, campaigners, research and campaigns assistant and interns. Media, youth groups, social media hubs outside Amnesty International.

Responsibilities

Work with the media manager to develop and implement media plans and activities.
Provide support to media aspect of campaigns and human rights projects including creating calendar for the implementation of media actions and commemorative dates.
Contribute to the human rights messaging and communications plans of the organisation, enhancing the online presence and overall image and awareness in order to advance organisation’s goals and mission.
Manage and generate content for social media platforms e.g. Facebook, Twitter, YouTube.
Support the team with developing, storing and curating photographs, audio-visual materials including videos, podcasts for reports, media engagement, external communications and branding.
Assist with the analysis and collection of analytical data for websites and social media to provide analytical insights to trends, audience behaviour in order to increase engagement and drive growth.
Prepare and design newsletters and ensure content are checked by respective teams and that they meet the organizational standards.
Provide website assistance: routinely updating website content and photos.
Other communications support as needed, including administrative assistance.
This is not an exhaustive list of duties. The need for flexibility is required and the post holder is expected to carry out any other related duties, that are within the employee’s skills and capabilities whenever reasonably instructed.
Amnesty International offers a competitive Internship scheme that offers an opportunity to contribute to important human rights work while developing knowledge and professional skills in the role. A great emphasis is placed on research and developing this capability.
The scheme is designed to support the career development of future leaders in the human rights field. Internships are fixed for a certain contracted period and cannot exceed 1 year.
There are no guarantees of employment at the end of the internship.

Skills, Attributes and Experience

A degree or higher national diploma in a relevant discipline e.g. Mass communication, IT, Arts, Social sciences or equivalent professional qualification and experience
Strong commitment to and knowledge of human rights
Good familiarity with monitoring and developing social media content (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram etc)
Ability to use media content creation tools.
Good working knowledge of standard Office software e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Experience working with websites, WordPress and is desirable
Experience working with graphic design tools and software e.g. Photoshop, is an advantage
Experience developing material for a variety of audiences, together with an understanding of the importance of tailoring materials for various target audiences including through digital channels
Good interpersonal skills, a helpful and personable attitude;
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English; other relevant local languages or additional foreign languages desirable;
Ability to work under pressure, manage conflicting demands, multi task and work to deadlines to achieve results;
Willingness to learn and work in a diverse team.

Equality Statement:

Equality and diversity is at the core of our values and staff are expected to work collectively and individually to promote a constructive and sensitive approach to others from a variety of backgrounds, where the work of others is valued and respected.

Conflict of Interest:

Public or other activity, affiliation to or support for any group or organization, personal association or other factor which may generate a real or perceived conflict of interest with Amnesty International’s principles (specifically independence and impartiality), or raise a security concern, or otherwise prevent the candidate from carrying out key functions of the specific post and would therefore disqualify the candidate from being appointed.

Application Closing Date
9th April, 2018.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
apply online here >>>

Latest Job For Economic, Social & Cultural Rights (ESCR) Research Intern at Amnesty International Nigeria

Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 7 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. We reach almost every country in the world and have: more than 2 million members and supporters who drive forward our fight for rights, more than 5 million activists who strengthen our calls for justice.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Economic, Social & Cultural Rights (ESCR) Research Intern

Location: Abuja
Directorate: Amnesty International National Office
Type: Fixed Term Contract
Duration: 6 months
Working Hours: 35

Job Summary

To support specifically ongoing work on Economic, Social & Cultural Rights (ESCR) and contribute to developing new areas of engagement and campaigns on ESCR.
Generally, to assist in monitoring human rights developments and carrying out research on the organisation’s priorities.

Amnesty Nigeria Purpose

Amnesty International Nigeria mission is to build an inclusive and constructive constituency in Nigeria for Nigeria on Nigeria that has a significant impact on the key human rights issues of contemporary Nigeria; and to build a culture of respect for human rights in Nigeria.

Amnesty International Purpose

Amnesty International operates from a number of sites around the world and gathers and communicates accurate and action-oriented human rights information globally.
We campaign for meaningful human rights change; enable effective human rights activism and work to persuade governments and other actors to uphold universal human rights standards. We campaign for meaningful human rights change; enable effective human rights activism and work to persuade governments and other actors to uphold universal rights standards.

Working Relationships

Reporting to: Programmes Director - Amnesty International Nigeria
Posts that this job manages: None
Other key relationships: Amnesty International Nigeria staff particularly the researchers, campaigners and the Finance and Office Manager; International Secretariat (IS) particularly the thematic teams.

Main Responsibilities

Organise, curate and document Amnesty International Nigeria’s work on ESCR.
Support the Researcher – ESCR and Campaigner in drafting briefs, statements, letters, campaigning and other materials for promoting the housing research and forced evictions work with various stakeholders.
Under the direction of the Programmes Director or designated researcher or campaigner, assist with research and investigations on ESCR implementation in Nigeria.
Monitor human rights developments including decisions by national, regional and international human rights bodies on Nigeria.
Support the Campaigner in implementing campaigning activities under the Business and Human Rights (BHR) thematic focus including corporate accountability and emerging issues.
Contribute to human rights education and growth activities through research and information gathering.
Perform all necessary administrative tasks including logistics support as directed.
Contribute to the team’s response during a crisis or unexpected work.
This is not an exhaustive list of duties. The need for flexibility is required and the post holder is expected to carry out any other related duties, that are within the employee’s skills and capabilities whenever reasonably instructed.
Amnesty International offers a competitive Internship scheme that offers an opportunity to contribute to important human rights work while developing knowledge and professional skills in the role. A great emphasis is placed on research and developing this capability. The scheme is designed to support the career development of future leaders in the human rights field. Internships are fixed for a certain contracted period and cannot exceed 1 year. There are no guarantees of employment at the end of the internship.

Skills, Attributes and Experience

A Bachelor's degree or higher national diploma (HND) in a relevant field or relevant professional qualifications. Degrees in social sciences or international relations, law would be an advantage.
A master’s degree is a plus;
Demonstrated interest in human rights, e.g. through previous work, membership of an organization, involvement in advocacy of human rights, etc
Good interpersonal skills, a helpful and personable attitude;
Good oral and written communication skills in English; other relevant local languages or additional foreign languages desirable;
Ability to work under pressure, manage conflicting demands, multi task and work to deadlines to achieve results;
Able to work in a manner that is consistent with the organisation’s core behaviours and competencies.
Good working knowledge of standard Office software e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Good understanding and use of social media e.g. Facebook, Twitter

Equality Statement:

Equality and diversity is at the core of our values and staff are expected to work collectively and individually to promote a constructive and sensitive approach to others from a variety of backgrounds, where the work of others is valued and respected.

Conflict of Interest:

Public or other activity, affiliation to or support for any group or organization, personal association or other factor which may generate a real or perceived conflict of interest with Amnesty International’s principles (specifically independence and impartiality), or raise a security concern, or otherwise prevent the candidate from carrying out key functions of the specific post and would therefore disqualify the candidate from being appointed.

Application Closing Date
9th April, 2018.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online now >>>

Latets 2018 Job Recruitment For Research Intern at Amnesty International Nigeria

Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 7 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. We reach almost every country in the world and have: more than 2 million members and supporters who drive forward our fight for rights, more than 5 million activists who strengthen our calls for justice.

We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:

Job Title: Research Intern

Location: Abuja
Job No.: 2269
Amnesty International Entity: Nigeria National Office

Amnesty Nigeria Purpose

Amnesty International Nigeria mission is to build an inclusive and constructive constituency in Nigeria for Nigeria on Nigeria that has a significant impact on the key human rights issues of contemporary Nigeria; and to build a culture of respect for human rights in Nigeria.

Amnesty International Purpose

Amnesty International operates from a number of sites around the world and gathers and communicates accurate and action-oriented human rights information globally.
We campaign for meaningful human rights change; enable effective human rights activism and work to persuade governments and other actors to uphold universal human rights standards.
We campaign for meaningful human rights change; enable effective human rights activism and work to persuade governments and other actors to uphold universal rights standards.

Job Summary

To assist in monitoring human rights developments; supporting campaigns and growth activities; and carrying out research in various areas of focus including but not limited to arbitrary arrests, unlawful detentions, unlawful killings, women’s rights, media freedom, civil society space, freedom of expression, forced evictions, torture and cruel inhuman and degrading treatment, discrimination and access to justice.

Working Relationships

Reporting to: Programmes Director – Amnesty International Nigeria
Posts that this job manages: None
Other key relationships: Amnesty International Nigeria staff particularly the researchers, campaigners and the Finance and Office Manager; International Secretariat (IS) particularly the thematic teams.

Main Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Programmes Director or designated researcher or campaigner, assist with research and investigations on the human rights situation in Nigeria.
Monitor human rights developments including decisions by national, regional and international human rights bodies on Nigeria.
Support in the development, organisation and implementation of campaigning, communication, human rights education and growth activities by searching for and collating relevant information, developing short notes or briefings and documenting materials in a systematic manner for easy retrieval.
Monitor and document Amnesty International Nigeria’s supporters’ engagements and growth including contributing to acquisition and retention activities aimed at increasing youth activism and participation.
Assist in planning of meetings, seminars and workshops including logistical support as necessary.
Support the research and campaigns assistant with processing incoming inquiries, petitions and letters.
Contribute to the team’s response during a crisis or unexpected work.

This is not an exhaustive list of duties. The need for flexibility is required and the post holder is expected to carry out any other related duties, that are within the employee’s skills and capabilities whenever reasonably instructed.

Amnesty International offers a competitive Internship scheme that offers an opportunity to contribute to important human rights work while developing knowledge and professional skills in the role. A great emphasis is placed on research and developing this capability.
The scheme is designed to support the career development of future leaders in the human rights field. Internships are fixed for a certain contracted period and cannot exceed 1 year. There are no guarantees of employment at the end of the internship.

Skills, Attributes and Experience

A bachelor’s degree or higher national diploma (HND) in a relevant field or relevant professional qualifications. Degrees in social sciences or international relations, law would be an advantage.
A master’s degree is a plus;
Demonstrated interest in human rights, e.g. through previous work, membership of an organization, involvement in advocacy of human rights, etc
Good interpersonal skills, a helpful and personable attitude;
Good oral and written communication skills in English; other relevant local languages or additional foreign languages desirable;
Ability to work under pressure, manage conflicting demands, multi task and work to deadlines to achieve results;
Able to work in a manner that is consistent with the organisation’s core behaviours and competencies.
Good working knowledge of standard Office software e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Good understanding and use of social media e.g. Facebook, Twitter.

Equality Statement

Equality and diversity is at the core of our values and staff are expected to work collectively and individually to promote a constructive and sensitive approach to others from a variety of backgrounds, where the work of others is valued and respected.

Conflict of Interest

Public or other activity, affiliation to or support for any group or organization, personal association or other factor which may generate a real or perceived conflict of interest with Amnesty International’s principles (specifically independence and impartiality), or raise a security concern, or otherwise prevent the candidate from carrying out key functions of the specific post and would therefore disqualify the candidate from being appointed.

Application Closing Date
9th April, 2018.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online now >>>>

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Latest 2018 Recruitment For Systems Integration Engineer at Sunvait Network Limited

Sunvait Network Limited (SNL) is an innovative digital solutions and retail company. The company is focused on retailing, marketplace, cloud hosting and digital products to the masses through an agent network and a customized web portal.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Systems Integration Engineer

Location: Nigeria

Job Description

As a Systems Integration Engineer, you are responsible for the success of our partnerships with hardware manufacturers and vendors.
You work with partners to define hardware specifications and enable new platforms.
This role will work with Assistant Engineering team to build scaled solutions that will be deployed with Partners.
You will work with partners to evaluate needs of Partners, identify solutions, and helping deliver/launch the product/experience with partners.

Responsibilities

Apply deep technical expertise in one or more areas of embedded systems to partner-specific opportunities.
Work with cross-functional teams in audio tuning and optimization.
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Work with partners to enable the Assistant on their platform (either as part of a full-stack or standalone solution), or with Original Equipment Manufacturers who have in-house development capabilities.

Qualifications
Minimum qualifications:

Relevant working experience with device hardware and/or software development.
Experience in coding using C and/or C++, and experience with Linux kernel, driver, system and debugging processes.

Preferred qualifications:

Experience in customer interaction in an Engineering environment.
Experience with Hardware Peripherals (e.g HDMI, USB, SDIO, NAND, etc).
Experience in hardware debugging of ARM based embedded devices.
Effective partner engagement skills, with the ability to influence and lead cross functional stakeholders.

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Latest 2018 Recruitment For Security Engineer, Forensics at Sunvait Network Limited

Sunvait Network Limited (SNL) is an innovative digital solutions and retail company. The company is focused on retailing, marketplace, cloud hosting and digital products to the masses through an agent network and a customized web portal.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Security Engineer, Forensics

Location: Nigeria

Job Description

Sunvait Security team works to create and maintain the safest operating environment for Sunvait Network Ltd's users and developers.
As a Security Engineer, you help protect network boundaries, keep computer systems and network devices hardened against attacks and provide security services to protect highly sensitive data like passwords and customer information.
Security Engineers work hands-on with network equipment and actively monitor our systems for attacks and intrusions. You also work with software engineers to proactively identify and fix security flaws and vulnerabilities.
You use your industry experience to own and drive the resolution of complex security incidents, policy questions and technical security issues.
The Forensics team’s core responsibility is to investigate potential information security intrusions and breaches on our corporate, production, and acquisition environments. Members of the team are involved in analyzing root causes and trends of incidents and work closely with engineers to get flaws and systemic issues fixed.
Scale is a key factor within Sunvait Network Ltd, this means you will be pushing limitations of existing tooling.
As part of the Forensics team, you will actively participate in building advanced, large scale, and sometimes highly custom, digital forensic tooling to analyze malicious activity on Sunvait Network Ltd's networks.
The focus of our tooling is both internal and open source.

Responsibilities

Perform investigations on a wide variety of security and privacy events from various sources to determine whether they pose a threat to Sunvait Network Ltd.
Participate in large-scale security and privacy incidents, write incident reports, and participate in post-mortems.
Participate in internal training to make sure forensic best practices are followed.
Work with teams from around Sunvait Network Ltd to discover new investigative and forensics capabilities.
Develop internal and open source tools used to respond to incidents (e.g. digital forensic toolkits) to support Sunvait Network Ltd’s unique environment.

Qualifications

BS degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.
5 years of experience with digital forensic analysis. Experience with the threat landscape including attack types and malware capabilities.
Experience with security of two or more operating systems (e.g. Android, Linux, Mac OS X, Windows).
Coding/scripting experience in one or more general purpose languages.

Preferred qualifications:

MS in Computer Science.
5 years of experience with digital forensic analysis.
Experience with, and detailed understanding of, digital forensics and incident response tools such as GRR, Rekall, plaso (log2timeline), The Sleuth Kit (TSK), libyal, or alternatives like Guidance Encase, AccessData FTK, X-Ways Forensics, Cellebrite, Volatility, Mandiant MIR, etc.
Experience with reverse engineering or firmware analysis.
Coding proficiency in Python, Go, C/C++ and/or Java.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

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