Financial Analyst Job at Paradise Earth Ventures 2020

Paradise Earth Ventures is currently recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:
Job Position: Financial Analyst
Job Location: Lagos
Job Description

• A Financial Analyst is needed for proper accountability and evaluation of company's financial expenditure.

Requirement

• Candidates should possess relevant qualifications.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume to: earthparadise006@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Human Resource Officer at Paradise Earth Ventures

Paradise Earth Ventures is currently recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Human Resource Officer
Location: Lagos

Job Description

• The company is in need of a human resource staff to carry out properly all relative functions.

Requirement

• Candidates should possess relevant qualifications.

Application Closing Date
5th June, 2020.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume to: earthparadise006@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.

Internal Audit and Control Officer at VFD Group 2020

• VFD Group is an alternative financial services holding company that creates value by working within Nigeria’s informal financial sector to create innovative products and solutions that are accessible to the everyday Nigerian. VFD Group was founded by highly skilled professionals with diverse experiences, qualifications and professional backgrounds, ...
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  Internal Audit and Control Officer

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
  • Experience 5 years
  • Location Lagos
  • Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  Job Summary
  

  • The candidate will assist the Head of Internal Audit / Control in planning, executing and reporting on all audits / reviews involving the various departments, strategic business units and entities within the Group.
  • The candidate will act as a support to the steward of all audit strategies, structures and processes within the Group.
  • The role will formulate and execute company control processes, and complete daily, weekly, and monthly accounts reconciliations by identifying and reconciling differences, escalating issues, and communicating results to executive management and colleagues.
  • The role will provide reasonable assurance to Executive Management and the Board of Directors that audit, control, and governance systems are functioning as intended and will enable the organization’s objectives and goals to be met.
  • The role reports directly to the Head of Internal Audit / Control and must provide heads up about important issues and operational violations

  Key Tasks
  

  • Budget & Budgetary control
  • Daily call-over reviews and accounts reconciliation
  • Revenue and cost assurance
  • Special investigations and audit reviews.

  Responsibilities
  

  • Determine internal audit scope and develop annual internal audit plans
  • Perform and control the full audit cycle
  • Obtain, analyse and evaluate accounting documentation, previous reports, data, flowcharts etc.
  • Prepare and present reports that reflect audit’s results and document process
  • Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality and goal achievement
  • Plan financial, regulatory, operational and other reviews/audits
  • Conduct risk assessments and identifies controls in place to mitigate identified risks
  • Analyse the effectiveness and efficiency of control environment and identify loopholes/control gaps as well as recommend risk aversion measures and opportunities for improvement
  • Document the results of audit work in accordance with audit department and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards
  • Maintain open communication with management and audit committee
  • Document process and prepare audit findings report for executive management, the audit committee and the Board
  • Provide advice on internal control and participates in enhancing internal audit standards and practices
  • Contributes, as appropriate, in the year-end financial audit with the external auditor
  • Conduct special audits as required by management and issue results
  • Conduct follow up audits to monitor management’s interventions
  • Prepare and manage the internal audit budget
  • Review audit work performed by staff for completion and accuracy
  • Recommend revisions and/or additions to policies and procedures in order to improve operations as well as internal controls.
  • Engage to continuous knowledge development regarding sector’s rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards.

  Qualifications
  

  • Graduate Degree in Accounting / Finance or a related field. MBA or Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
  • ACA/ACCA/CIA or other relevant certification is required.
  • Minimum of five (5) years experiences in internal audit performing risk-based auditing preferably in the financial servicing industry.

  Competencies:
  

  • Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules and regulations
  • Contributes to high performing teams - Supervision of staff to follow sound internal control practices
  • Acts as a team player - Collaborate and supporting colleagues and peers across the organization, while still being able to work independently when needed
  • Results oriented - Meet deadlines on assignments and juggle multiple demands
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills that foster a strong team environment and create a high-trust culture
  • Sound independent judgement
  • Tenacity and Ethics
  • High attention to detail and excellent analytical skills
  • Inspire trust and confidence in the business’s leadership and management
  • Proven track record on interacting with Executive Management and Board of Directors
  • Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules and regulations
  • Demonstrated track record as a relationship builder, team player, collaborator, coach and facilitator
  • Knowledge of corporate governance practices
  • Ability to analyze data
  • Ability to read large volumes of documents effectively and extract necessary information
  • In-depth understanding of the organization’s business issues
  • Proficient at Excel, MS Word, and Power point
  • Excellent reporting, written and oral communication skills
  • Excellent proof-reading and strong skills in negotiation.
  • Developed ability to produce reports and presentations to a professional standard.

  Method of Application

  Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@vfdgroup.com using "Internal Audit and Control Officer" as the subject of the email.

Latest Internal Audit and Control Officer Job at Anchoria Asset Management (AAM)

Anchoria Asset Management (AAM)

Lagos

• The candidate will assist the Head of Internal Audit / Control in planning, executing and reporting on all audits / reviews involving the various departments, strategic business units and entities within the Group.
• The candidate will act as a support to the steward of all audit strategies, structures and processes within the Group.
• The role will formulate and execute company control processes, and complete daily, weekly, and monthly accounts reconciliations by identifying and reconciling differences, escalating issues, and communicating results to executive management and colleagues.
• The role will provide reasonable assurance to Executive Management and the Board of Directors that audit, control, and governance systems are functioning as intended and will enable the organization’s objectives and goals to be met.
• The role reports directly to the Head of Internal Audit / Control and must provide heads up about important issues and operational violations

Key Tasks

• Budget & Budgetary control
• Daily call-over reviews and accounts reconciliation
• Revenue and cost assurance
• Special investigations and audit reviews.

Responsibilities

• Determine internal audit scope and develop annual internal audit plans
• Perform and control the full audit cycle
• Obtain, analyse and evaluate accounting documentation, previous reports, data, flowcharts etc.
• Prepare and present reports that reflect audit’s results and document process
• Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality and goal achievement
• Plan financial, regulatory, operational and other reviews/audits
• Conduct risk assessments and identifies controls in place to mitigate identified risks
• Analyse the effectiveness and efficiency of control environment and identify loopholes/control gaps as well as recommend risk aversion measures and opportunities for improvement
• Document the results of audit work in accordance with audit department and the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards
• Maintain open communication with management and audit committee
• Document process and prepare audit findings report for executive management, the audit committee and the Board
• Provide advice on internal control and participates in enhancing internal audit standards and practices
• Contributes, as appropriate, in the year-end financial audit with the external auditor
• Conduct special audits as required by management and issue results
• Conduct follow up audits to monitor management’s interventions
• Prepare and manage the internal audit budget
• Review audit work performed by staff for completion and accuracy
• Recommend revisions and/or additions to policies and procedures in order to improve operations as well as internal controls.
• Engage to continuous knowledge development regarding sector’s rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate Degree in Accounting / Finance or a related field. MBA or Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• ACA/ACCA/CIA or other relevant certification is required.
• Minimum of five (5) years experiences in internal audit performing risk-based auditing preferably in the financial servicing industry.

Competencies:

• Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules and regulations
• Contributes to high performing teams - Supervision of staff to follow sound internal control practices
• Acts as a team player - Collaborate and supporting colleagues and peers across the organization, while still being able to work independently when needed
• Results oriented - Meet deadlines on assignments and juggle multiple demands
• Excellent communication and leadership skills that foster a strong team environment and create a high-trust culture
• Sound independent judgement
• Tenacity and Ethics
• High attention to detail and excellent analytical skills
• Inspire trust and confidence in the business’s leadership and management
• Proven track record on interacting with Executive Management and Board of Directors
• Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules and regulations
• Demonstrated track record as a relationship builder, team player, collaborator, coach and facilitator
• Knowledge of corporate governance practices
• Ability to analyze data
• Ability to read large volumes of documents effectively and extract necessary information
• In-depth understanding of the organization’s business issues
• Proficient at Excel, MS Word, and Power point
• Excellent reporting, written and oral communication skills
• Excellent proof-reading and strong skills in negotiation.
• Developed ability to produce reports and presentations to a professional standard.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@vfdgroup.com using "Internal Audit and Control Officer" as the subject of the email.

LATEST Fully-Funded Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program for Africans, 2020

The Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program (CADFP) is a scholar fellowship program for educational projects at African higher education institutions.
Offered by IIE in collaboration with the United States International University-Africa (USIU-Africa), the program is funded by a grant from Carnegie Corporation of New York (CCNY). A total of 471 African Diaspora Fellowships have been awarded for scholars to travel to Africa since the program’s inception in 2013. CADFP exemplifies CCNY’s enduring commitment to higher education in Africa. IIE manages and administers the program, including applications, project requests and fellowships. USIU-Africa provides strategic direction through the Advisory Council.
Eligibility Criteria

• Hold a terminal degree; and
• Be employed at an accredited college or university.
• Scholars may hold any academic rank, but postdocs are not eligible.
• Applicants must have been born in any African country, as evidenced by the biographical data in the scholar’s passport;
• Live in the United States or Canada;

Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program Benefits.
African Diaspora Fellows receive the following:

• Supplemental health insurance coverage
• Round-trip international air travel and ground transportation costs to and from the scholar’s home to the North American airport
• A $150/day stipend
• Visa costs (if required)
• Potential opportunities to apply for supplemental funding to cover knowledge production activities and workshop attendance.

Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program Selection Criteria.

• Fit and quality of proposed scholar match
• Potential for impact
• Host institution cost share
• Quality of proposed project
• Evidence of mutual benefit for host institution and scholar in proposed project
• Appropriateness of time proposed for project visit

Method of Application
As part of the application, scholars submit personal statements and information about their academic qualifications, disciplinary expertise and administrative experience. A letter of recommendation from a Dean (or from an administrator of equal or higher level) from the scholar’s current institution is required.
APPLY HERE OFFICIAL LINK
Scholar applications must be submitted and matched to a project request on or before 30th June, 2020.

2020 Liberty Writing Fellowship Program for Africans

The African Liberty Writing Fellowship program is designed to identify promising freedom-minded African writers and provide them with the skills required to be successful in op-ed writing.
Do you strongly agree with the ideas of limited government, free markets, individual liberty, the rule of law? Apply for the African Liberty Writing Fellowship, a 12-month fellowship with monthly compensation for the top performers. It is an opportunity to learn op-ed writing in 5 weeks, 100% online and free, get published in major media outlets and gain access to top level instructors.
Accepted applicants will complete a 5-week mandatory online course after which all candidates will be evaluated. The top twenty candidates will be recommended for admission as writing fellows.
Eligibility Criteria

• Top 50 applicants will be admitted into the program for an intensive online 5 weeks training.
• The top 20 candidates will complete a year long fellowship with African Liberty.
• The fellowship is open to all aspiring and current writers in Africa.
• Candidates are required to complete the application form.

African Liberty Writing Fellowship Program Benefits.
Successful candidates will receive:

• Bylines in local and international media
• Monthly stipends for articles published
• Training by international editors
• Opportunity to work with think-tanks in the USA

Method of Application
There are no application costs attached to this fellowship. Interested writers are encouraged to complete an application below.
APPLY HERE OFFICIAL LINK
Applications should be submitted on or before April 30, 2020.

LATEST School of Environment Science and Engineering International Scholarship At Tianjin University in China 2020

The Tianjin University – China is offering the School of Environment Science and Engineering International Student Scholarship to International students who are seeking to pursue a degree program at the Institution.
The university will provide all the following study benefits:

• The fully-funded position provides: Tuition fees for four years plus an annual living allowance (25,000RMB each year) for four years.
• The partial award provides: Tuition fees for four years

Eligible Countries: International
Type: Bachelor’s program
Value of Award: Full Tuition fees
Number of Awards: 3 full and 7 partial award
Eligibility:

• Applicants must be proficient in English Language
• Applicants must be Less than 25 years old at application
• Applicants are required to enroll in Tianjin University as ‘international students’ and must maintain this status for the duration of their enrolment in the University
• Applicants should have good conduct, good physical and mental health, and be willing to abide by the laws and regulations of China and Tianjin University.
• Applicants must be International Students

How To Apply: To be considered for this award, applicants need to take admission to the university. Applicants should complete an online application on the website according to the application schedule.
Visit The Official Website For More Information
Application Deadline: May 15^th, 2020

LATEST 2020 Distinction in Education Award for International Students at University of Iowa, USA

The University of Iowa attracts the brightest students from across the world. International students entering in the fall (August) 2020 term will be considered for a limited number of merit scholarships.
The university education experience can help students progress onto a relevant four-year Bachelor’s Degree program. It provides a safe learning and living environment and employs strict codes of conduct for their students.
Eligible Countries: International
Type: Undergraduate
Value of Award: $500 – $10,000 per year
Number of Awards: Not Known
Eligibility:

• Applicants must be International Students
• Applicants must be fluent in English Language
• Applicants must be in good academic standing. They must have a minimum 3.33 UI cumulative GPA as reported on the unofficial UI grade report

How To Apply: To apply for the award, applicants must take admission at the university. After then apply for this online application process.
Visit The Official Website For More Information
Application Deadline: May 1

LATEST Graduate Research International Grant at University of Melbourne, 2020

The Arts Graduate Research International Grant (AGRIG) is initiated by the University of Melbourne to attract excellent students for the academic year 2020-2021. The program is open for both domestic and international students.
The funding program supports the Faculty of Arts Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Masters by Research (MA) graduate researchers to travel overseas for at least two weeks to conduct research.
Course Level: PhD & Masters by Research
Award: $2,500 – $5,000
Access Mode: Online
Number of Awards: Approximately 30 per year
Nationality: International
The award can be taken in Australia

• Eligible Countries: Applicants of all nationalities are eligible to apply for the grant.
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: The bursaries are awarded for Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Masters by Research (MA) graduate researchers.
• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must have to meet the following criteria:
• Be a graduate researcher enrolled in the Faculty of Arts,
• Be post-confirmation or within three months of your expected confirmation date,
• Be able to demonstrate that the intended travel and research activity are essential to the timely completion of your research thesis with strong support from your supervisor.
• Be able to present a reasonable and justifiable budget,
• Be making satisfactory progress and have a credible plan for timely completion,
• Have school support for 25% of the total budget requested. Your School Funding will be the source of this contribution, and
• Be able to demonstrate that you have met all relevant University policy requirements relating to your research (such as compliance with the University’s code of conduct for research and student travel policy): Principles and Policy of Research Integrity, Student Travel and Transport Policy (MPF1209) and Graduate Research Training Policy (MPF1321).

How to Apply: In order to apply for the opportunity, candidates first have to take admission in the graduate research After that, they must complete and submit the online application form.

• Supporting Documents: Applicants must submit a CV, academic certificates and transcripts with their applications.
• Admission Requirements: For taking admission, candidates must meet the entry requirement of their chosen program.
• Language Requirement: If your education has not been conducted in the English language, you will be expected to demonstrate evidence of an adequate level of English proficiency. For more information go through the English language requirements page.

Benefits

The maximum allowance over the duration of the candidature (whether in one long trip, or several repeat trips) is Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) – $5,000 and Master by Research (MA) – $2,500.

Apply Now

Application Deadline: October 31, 2020

LATEST ISMER Excellence Scholarships for International Students At University of Quebec in Canada 2020

The University of Quebec – Canada is offering the ISMER Excellence Scholarships to Outstanding applicants who are interested in studying for a degree program at the Institution.
This scholarship program aims to recruit up to 10 new full-time students with diverse backgrounds who will begin their doctoral studies at ISMER in the fall 2020 or winter 2021 semester.

Eligible Countries: Canada & International
Type: PhD
Number of Awards: 10
Value and Duration of Award: The scholarships, amounting to 20,000$ per year, will be for three years.
Eligibility: To be eligible, applicants must;

• Have a grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.7 / 4.3 or the equivalent (ex. ≥ 14/20).
• Be in the position to register (full time) in the doctoral program in oceanography at ISMER at the time of obtaining the scholarship.
• Be able to start the doctoral thesis in the fall 2020 or winter 2021 semester.
• Meet the basic requirements for admission to the doctoral program in oceanography at ISMER.

How To Apply: Interested applicants must submit a complete CV (curriculum vitae; including scientific communications, scholarships, awards, expeditions, and so on), a motivation letter explaining the candidate’s path and how this path is in line with the proposed project and the Ph.D. program in oceanography at ISMER, all university grade transcripts, a letter of support from the professor responsible for the project, and three (3) letters of recommendation (including one from a research supervisor) in electronic format to the Program committee of graduate studies in oceanography at ISMER.
Visit The Official Website For More Information
Application Deadline: 1st June 2020, 4:30 PM (EST)

LATEST Performance Sport Scholarships for International Students At University of Strathclyde in UK, 2020

Applications are currently invited for the International Performance Sport Funding to Individuals willing to pursue a degree program at the Institution.
The University of Strathclyde Performance Sport Scholarship Programme aims to enable talented student-athletes to follow a dual career, achieving their degree whilst simultaneously reaching their sporting potential. The programme aims to provide academic flexibility, World-Class sports science and medical support, and financial assistance towards training and competition costs.
Eligible Countries: UK, EU and International
Type: Undergraduate/Postgraduate Taught/Postgraduate Research
Value of Award: £1,000 + support package worth £3,750
Number of Awards: Two
Eligibility: 

• Applicants must be International Students
• Applicants must be fluent in English Language
• Applicants must be competing in a Sportscotland-recognized sport, and priority will be given to students competing in a BUCS-sport who can demonstrate the potential to contribute toward the University’s objective of being ranked in the top 20 in the UK by 2022-23.

Application Process: Candidates must use this online form to send their application for this Performance Sport Scholarship.
Visit The Scholarship Webpage For More Information
Application Deadline: June 14, 2020

LATEST David Tebbutt Scholarships for MSc Students at City University of London, 2020

The City, University of London is delighted to offer its David Tebbutt funding for UK and EU Students. The grant is funded by the David Tebbutt Trust, and is administered jointly by Faber & Faber and the Tebbutt family.
The goal of The grant is to support students seeking to start a career in the publishing industry by furthering their education at the university.
Course Level: Masters
Award: Cover full fees
Access Mode: Online
Number of Awards: Not Known
Nationality: UK and EU Students
The award can be taken in the UK

• Eligible Countries: Applicants from the UK and EU countries are eligible to apply for the opportunity .
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: award is awarded to pursue a master’s degree program in the field of publishing, international publishing, Creative Writing & Publishing.
• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible for the opportunity , applicants must have a previous year’s degree.

How to Apply: In order to apply for the opportunity , candidates must take admission in the Master’s Degree program. After that, they please email the following documents to Dr Patrick Brindle on patrick.brindle.2@city.ac.uk.

• Supporting Documents: Candidates must submit a copy of your CV, a covering letter explaining why you would be a good and deserving candidate for the award, and a 500-word review of a Faber book.
• Admission Requirements: For taking admission, candidates must check the entry requirement of their chosen program.
• Language Requirement: Applicants from outside the home country will often need to meet specific English language requirements in order to be able to study at the university.

Benefits

The sponsorship will be awarded to one student annually to cover the full fees for full-time study on one of the MA programs as mentioned above.

Apply Now

Application Deadline: May 7, 2020

LATEST MSc in Digital Health Scholarships at University of Bristol, UK 2020

The MSc Award is designed to attract the brightest students from across the world who are going to pursue a postgraduate degree at the university in the UK.
Applicants are invited to apply for the MSc in Digital Health Studentship funded by the University of Bristol. The grant is open for the academic year 2020/21.
Course Level: Masters
Award: Cover 50% tuition fee
Access Mode: Online
Number of Awards: NA
Nationality: UK & international
The award can be taken in the UK

• Eligible Countries: Applications are open to all nationalities.
• Acceptable Course or Subjects: MSc in Digital Health.
• Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, the applicants must hold/achieve a minimum of an upper-second class honours degree (or international equivalent) in a relevant discipline. This can be either a STEM-related discipline (e.g. computer science, engineering) or a health-related discipline (e.g. life sciences, medicine, health sciences, psychology, neuroscience, nursing or an allied health profession).

How to Apply: To apply for the grant, candidates must take admission in a postgraduate degree at the university. Thereafter, they should complete the online application form to receive the

• Supporting Documents: You need to upload two academic references, colour scans of university degree certificate(s) and final transcripts confirming completion, personal statements, and English language certificate.
• Admission Requirements: To entry in MSc program, candidates must meet all the entry requirements of the university.
• Language Requirement: You need to achieve required levels of English to qualify for a place on your chosen course/programme. If your first language is not English, meet the English language requirements.

Benefits: The University of Bristol covers 50% tuition fee of the programme for both UK and Overseas students.

Apply Now

Application Deadline: August 1, 2020

LATEST 100% Schwarzman Scholarships for MSc Scholars at Tsinghua University in China 2020

The Tsinghua University, Beijing, China invites applications from suitable qualified individuals who wants to pursue a degree program at the Institution.
This scholarship program will cover Tuition and fees, Room and board, Travel to and from Beijing at the beginning and end of the academic year, An in-country study tour, Required course books and supplies, Lenovo laptop and smartphone, Health insurance, and A modest personal stipend.
Eligible Countries: All (except Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Macao)
Type: Masters
Number of Awardees: Up to 200
Eligible Fields of Study:  

• Economics and Business
• International Studies
• Public Policy

Eligibility: To be eligible for this scholarship program, applicants must:

• demonstrate strong English Language skills
• have good academic records.
• be at least 18 but not yet 29 years of age as of 1 August 2021.
• have completed their bachelors degree program in any recognized Institution.

How To Apply: The mode of application is online. Click here to apply.
Visit The Official Website For More Information
Application Deadlines: 22nd September 2020 at 11:59 PM, Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)

LATEST AUM Scholarships for International Students At Auburn University at Montgomery in USA, 2020

The Auburn University at Montgomery – USA is offering the International AUM Scholarship to Individuals who are interested in pursuing a degree program at the Institution.
While studying at AUM, students will get financial support and also ensures university placement in their intended program. With its world-class education, students can achieve successful career opportunities.
Eligible Countries: International
Type: Undergraduate
Value of Award: $2,000 per year
Number of Awards: Not Known
Eligibility:

• Applicants must be fluent in English Language
• Applicants must be International students
• Applicants must meet all the entry requirements of the university.
• Applicants must have a High school GPA of 2.75 on a 4.00 scale or one of the following language test scores: 68 or higher on TOEFL IBT, 520 or higher on TOEFL ITP OR PBT and 6.0 on IELTS

How To Apply: Applicants need to apply for admission in an undergraduate degree program at the university. After being enrolled, they should complete the online application form.
Visit The Official Website For More Information
Application Deadline: July 15

LATEST Ben Williams Student Support Grants At ANU in Australia 2020

The Australian National University – Australia is inviting applications for the Ben Williams Student Support Grants which will be awarded to International students who are looking at pursuing a degree program at the Institution.
The scholarship program is aimed to support motivated students who are experiencing special difficulties and require financial assistance to complete their studies in Australia.
Eligible Countries: International
Type: Undergraduate & Postgraduate
Value of Awards: $14,000
Number of Awards: Not Known
Eligible Field of Studies: Undergraduate or postgraduate program offered by the Research School of Physics and Engineering, such as the Honours program in Physics, Bachelor of Philosophy (majoring in Physics), Bachelor of Science (majoring in Physics), Master of Nuclear Science, Master of Photonics, Master of Philosophy (specializing in Physics) and Doctor of Philosophy (specializing in Physics).
Eligibility:

• Applicants from outside the home country will often need to meet specific English language requirements in order to be able to study at the university.
• Applicants must have a previous year degree.
• Applicants must be experiencing special difficulties and require financial assistance to continue and/or to complete their studies. Such cases as, but not exclusively related to, mental illness, disability, extended sickness or family issues are examples of those that may qualify for assistance.

How To Apply: Applicants must have to take admission in either an undergraduate or postgraduate program at the university. After that, applicants must submit an application form to the RSPE Student Office via rspe.hdr.sa@anu.edu.au.
Visit The Scholarship Webpage For More Information
Application Deadline:

• May 6, 2020
• November 16, 2020

LATEST Global Korea Summer Program Scholarship for African and Latin American Students 2020

This program is designed to provide students from Africa and Latin America with an in-depth academic training as well as an opportunity to experience Korean culture in order to nurture future leaders who will contribute to the development of global society.
A total of 80 undergraduate students (40 from Africa, 40 from Latin America) will be selected for the scholarship. They will spend five weeks between July and August.
Eligibility Criteria

• Be fluent in English. Priority will be given to the applicants with Korean fluency;
• Be mentally and physically healthy;
• Have the ability and willingness to adapt to Korean culture and life in Korea.
• Applicants should be a citizen of African or Latin American countries;
• Be enrolled in the second to fourth year as an undergraduate student in the university/college in Africa and Latin America;

Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) Summer Program Benefits.

• NIIED and/or the training institutions will be responsible for round trip air ticket, room and board during the duration of the program, and traveler’s insurance.
• Participants will be responsible for transportation fare in his/her country, visa fee, etc.
• Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) Summer Program Selection Criteria.

The scholarship recipients will be selected based on grades (GPA), proficiency in English or Korean, personal statement, recommendation letters, and etc.
Method of Application
NIIED nominates universities for program management. The designated universities recommend selected candidates to NIIED and NIIED selects the scholarship recipients. The program applicants must apply directly to the designated universities.
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LATEST Audi Fully Funded Environmental Foundation Scholarship to to Attend One Young World Summit in Germany 2020

Do you wish to attend the One Young World Summit 2020? Apply now for the Audi Environmental Foundation Scholarship. Audi is collaborating with One Young World to offer scholarships to 16 inspiring young leaders to attend this year’s One Young World Summit 2020 in Munich, Germany.
This scholarship is intended to support young innovators (aged 18 – 30) who are working with cutting-edge technology to protect and restore the environment.

Background
The Audi Environmental Foundation actively supports research into new technologies and scientific methods for a livable future. Its stated goal is to make a contribution to environmental protection and to create and promote ways of behaving sustainably.
The Foundation focuses in particular on promoting and developing environmentally compatible technologies, measures for environmental education and protecting the natural necessities of life for humans, animals and plants. It was established in 2009 by AUDI AG as a 100-percent subsidiary and is part of the company’s social and environmental commitment.
Scarce resources, environmental destruction, climate change and population growth – these are just a few aspects that are influencing society, politics and business. With the advancing change in social values, for more and more people, sustainability is becoming part of their outlook on life. The challenges that confront us are increasingly complex. Only by working with partners can we develop good concepts and sound solutions to successfully cope with these challenges.

Eligibility Criteria
This scholarship is intended to support young innovators (aged 18 – 30) who are working with cutting-edge technology to protect and restore the environment.
Nationals of all countries are eligible to apply for this scholarship.
One Young World will assess candidates based on their:

• Evidenced commitment to delivering positive change.
• Demonstrated capacity for leadership
• Track record of generating impactful that and innovative solutions.

Audi Environmental Foundation Scholarship Benefits

• Participation in an exclusive pre-Summit event held in in Munich by Audi AG and Audi Environmental Foundation on 14 October.
• Catering which includes breakfast, lunch and dinner on the nights of 14, 15, 16 and 17 October
• Ground transport between Summit venues
• Return air or rail travel for scholars living outside of Germany
• Delegate access to the One Young World Summit 2020 in Munich which takes place from 14 – 17 October.
• Hotel accomodation in Munich on a shared basis between 13 and 17 October, 2020.

Audi Environmental Foundation Scholarship Selection Criteria

• Most delegates are between the age of 18 and 30. The One Young World team will consider applications from those who are older than 30, pending demonstration of appropriate personal impact, initiative, and willingness to engage. We are not able to accept applications from those who will be aged under 18 at the time of the Summit.
• Candidates must demonstrate:
  • A passion for environmental issues
  • Impact and capacity for innovation in this field
  • Leadership

Method of Application

• You would be required to provide a short description of yourself, your current role, achievements and aspirations.
• You would tell about the environmental issues you are working to solve and why you are passionate about these issues.

Interested candidates who meet the criteria listed above should apply by clicking on the “Apply” button below:
APPLY HERE OFFICIAL LINK
Scholarship Application Deadline: 30th April, 2020.

Academic Excellence International Awards at University Canada West, Canada 2020

The University Canada West, Canada is offering the International Awards to International students who are willing to undergo a degree program at the Institution. The program aims to support domestic and international students who want to apply for the bachelors or masters degree program at the university in Canada.
Eligible Countries: International
Type:  Bachelors or masters
Value of Awards: up to $10, 000
Number of Awards: Not known
Eligible Field of Study: MBA, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication, Associate of Arts.
Eligibility:

• Applicants must have a previous degree certificate with excellent academic achievements.
• Applicants have to provide the standardized test scores of TOEFL or IELTS.
• Applicants must be International Students

How To Apply: To apply for the award, students are advised to take admission in the bachelors or masters degree program at the university. After that, you can complete the grant application form.
Visit The Official Website For More Information
Application Deadline: June 30.

LATEST 2020 Academic Achievement Scholarships for Undergraduates at British University in Egypt

The British University in Egypt is giving applicants an opportunity to expand the career in the right direction through its Academic Achievement Scholarships for the year 2020.
The BEU’s mission is to promote cultural, economic, social and technological development through the creation and dissemination of new knowledge via research and capable graduates.
Eligible Countries: Egypt
Type: Undergraduate
Value of Awards: Up to 35% tuition fee
Number of Awards: Not Known
Eligibility:

• All Egyptian male students must attend and pass (Military Education) subject during the period of study at the BUE to meet the graduation requirements.
• Applicants must complete Arabic & Religion exams as per the level of Thanwaya Amma either in Egypt or at the level of the national & official reviews of the concerned countries of high school certificate.
• Applicants must have a minimum percentage of 80% in their previous degree.
• Applicants have to enrol in the bachelor’s degree program at the university.
• Applicants must either sit for the BUE English Test (Aptis), administered by the British Council in Cairo or submit a valid academic IELTS certificate with a minimum score of 6.0.

How To Apply: Applicants are required to register in the undergraduate degree program at the university.
Visit The Official Website For More Information
Application Deadline: Open for 2020-21

LATEST 2020 Sports Programme for International Students At University of Stirling in UK

The University of Stirling provides the ideal environment for talented athletes to develop and flourish in their chosen sport, providing expert support and a comprehensive collection of world-class facilities set on our scenic campus.
The successful students will receive funding support for academic flexibility, national standard coaching, essential equipment and opportunity to stay on campus.
Eligible Countries: International
Type: Undergraduate, Postgraduate (taught)
Value of Award: Varies
Number of Awards: Not Known
Eligible Field Of Studies: Undergraduate, or postgraduate degree in core sports such as football, golf, swimming, tennis and triathlon
Eligibility:

• Applicants must have a previous year degree or high school certificates before applying this award.
• Applicants must hold or be in the process of applying for a place on an undergraduate or postgraduate degree programme.

How To Apply: Applicants are advised to Download and complete an application form and return before the start of the semester in September
Visit The Official Website For More Information
Application Deadline: 30 June

LATEST Fully-Funded NUTM Scholars Program (NSP) For Young Nigerian 2020

The NUTM Scholars Program (NSP) is a 1year interdisciplinary Program in Technology, Entrepreneurship and Design. Through this initiative, NUTM will nurture leaders in technology and business, solving for the growing need in the region for transformative leadership education. NUTM is dedicated to driving excellence in fields critical to Nigeria and Africa’s development and envisions a future, where promising African youth are equipped with world-class education.
Eligible Countries: Nigeria
Type: Postgraduate
Duration of Award: 1-year Postgraduate Program
Number of Awards: 60
Value of Award: Full scholarships will be awarded to all Scholars for the Founding Class.
Eligibility: To be eligible, applicants must;

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in Africa and awareness of emerging global trends
• Maximum of 32 years of age as on 31 August, 2020
• A recognised undergraduate or postgraduate degree in any discipline
• High level of intellectual curiosity and leadership potential

Application Process: Click Here To Apply
Visit The Scholarship Webpage For More Information
Application Deadlines:

Round 2 Application deadline	15 May, 2020
Round 3 Application deadline	20 June, 2020

Fully-Funded EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program (OFP) for Young Nigerian, 2020

The EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program is available to Nigerians who only require financial resources and access to information to better their educational future. The OFP’s mission is to assist talented and determined, low-income students who are good candidates for financial assistance from U.S. colleges and universities but lack the financial resources to cover the up-front cost of obtaining admission.
Eligible Countries: Nigeria
To be taken at (country): United States
Type: Undergraduate, Graduate
Number of Awards: Not specified
Value of Program: OFP finances the cost of the application process, including registration fees for required standardized examinations and provides free membership to the U.S. EducationUSA Advising Center for its participants.
Eligibility:

• Applicants must be able to demostrate financial needs
• Applicants must be fluent in English.
• Applicants must be Nigerians
• Applicants must have Strong academic record/ transcript

Application Process: 

• Undergraduate applicants apply here 
• Graduate applicants apply here

For inquiries send an email to AbujaEducationusa@state.gov or  LagoseducationUSA@state.gov
Visit The Official Website For More Information
Application Deadline: 31st May 2020

Massive Job Vacancies At Job Openings at MacTay Consulting 2020.

  MacTay Consulting has been in existence for over 28 years in Nigeria. We are a member of TACK and TMI, international consulting companies operating in over 60 countries and with a combined experience of over 80years. Our global network of partners and experience means that our clients enjoy all the benefits of a local office, while drawing upon our multi...
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    Open Jobs
        Shift Manager
        Change Manager
        Associate Engineer
        Incident Manager
        Value Added Service Operation Manager
    Method of Application

Shift Manager

    Job Type Full Time
    Qualification BA/BSc/HND
    Experience 7 - 9 years
    Location Lagos
    Job Field Engineering / Technical

Job Responsibilities

    Responsible for day to day operational performance
    Managing a team 25-30 staff
    Planning for and ensuring team members competence enhancement
    Ensuring KPI / SLA Fulfillment related to Network Surveillance & 1st Level troubleshooting of the events taking place on the network
    Review of Performance Metrics for the shift resources and implementation of Corrective & Preventive actions if required
    Ensuring high motivation level of team resources
    Attrition Management
    Providing Technical guidance and Leadership to the team members
    Conducting Performance Appraisals
    Fulfillment of Balanced Scorecard
    Act as a planned work coordinator for emergency requests beyond normal office hours

Job Requirements

    Qualification: Degree within Electronics Engineering / Telecommunication Engineering / Computer Science / Computer Engineering or equivalent.
    Industry experience: Telecom / Customer Management
    Years of experience: 7-9 Years
    Certifications: ITIL / CCNA / JNCIA/CCIP.

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Change Manager

    Job Type Full Time
    Qualification BA/BSc/HND
    Experience 7 - 10 years
    Location Lagos
    Job Field Engineering / Technical

Job Responsibilites

    To ensure process documentation for all changes in customer's network are in line with Global directive.
    Ensure adequate levels of process awareness
    Ensure that all change requests are logged on RFC / OneTM forms.
    Responsible to ensure that impact analysis is validated in CAB for all configuration/network changes within customer network.
    Overall responsible for ensuring all configuration changes are approved by Change Advisory Board (CAB) before implementation of change.
    To be member of CAB in ensuring all the critical/major changes has undergone thorough impact analysis before approval.
    Ensure that decisions taken by the CAB are documented and communicated.
    Ensure successful execution of CRТs.
    Consolidate a Daily OneTM / RFC Report and send it to the concerned stakeholders.
    To ensure delivery of agreed / ad-hoc reports towards customer as per WLA requirements.
    To facilitate customer requirements for new and revision in existing change request and their delivery.
    Ensure that concerned stake holders are adhering as per SLAs definitions.
    Ensure that all opened RFCs / CRs are resolved/ closed in timely manner.
    Leads the development, deployment, awareness, implementation and compliance of Change Management process for allocated accounts
    Participates in internal and external Governance meetings and present Change Management performance.
    Drives initiatives and automations to improve process performance.

Job Requirements

    First Degree in any Engineering course
    Must have at 7 - 10 years experience in Telecom or ICT
    Must have Certification in ITILV3 or ITIL Service Transition & Six Sigma
    Excellent communication skill
    Good in Process / People Management
    Ability to develop / automate strong reporting mechanisms and presentations
    Pro-active and able to work under pressure

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Associate Engineer

    Job Type Full Time
    Qualification BA/BSc/HND
    Experience 1 - 2 years
    Location Lagos
    Job Field Engineering / Technical

Job Summary

    Alarm Monitoring Asst-Engineer will take the ownership of alarm monitoring for charging & billing system and creation of trouble tickets within the agreed response time.

Job Responsibilities

    Primary responsibility is to Monitor the Alarms for charging and Billing system through Alarm Monitoring tools
    Creation of TT through tools within the agreed Response time.

Job Requirements

    Candidate should have good communication skills
    Candidate should have good mail etiquette skills.
    Basis knowledge of Telco Network operations and IN platform.
    Must be aware of the Alarm Monitoring/Trouble Ticket creation process through Tools.
    B.Sc. / B-Tech in Electronics and Telecommunication
    Minimum years of relevant experience: Min 1-2 years of work experience within NOC environment.

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Incident Manager
    Job Type Full Time
    Qualification BA/BSc/HND
    Experience 3 - 6 years
    Location Lagos
    Job Field Engineering / Technical

Job Responsibilities

    Lead and facilitate the engaged team toward restoration of service in shortest possible lead times.
    Engage relevant stakeholders & escalate when necessary to expedite resolution.
    Ensure RT adopts optimal mindset which balances best path to resolution and protection of customer interests.
    Initiate management and technical escalations when required.
    Log all Incident details, allocating approved categorization and prioritization.
    Keep users informed about their IncidentsТ status at agreed intervals.
    Associate Incidents with other records (i.e. Changes, Problems, repetitive incidents).
    Provide first-line investigation and diagnosis of all Incidents via major incident report.
    Ensure recovery team remains sensitive to collection and correlation of data for potential RCA post event.
    Escalate critical outages to Problem Manager after restoration for RCA.
    Remain available at all times during the designated shift and/or roster period.
    End to end incident owner.

Job Requirements

    Leadership skills: Good in People and Process Management
    Language skills: Fluent spoken English & excellent English written communication skills
    Values and behaviors: Pro-active and able to work under pressure
    First Degree from any institution
    Years of experience: 3-6.

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Value Added Service Operation Manager

    Job Type Full Time
    Qualification BA/BSc/HND
    Experience 3 years
    Location Lagos
    Job Field ICT / Computer

Job Responsibilities

    Establish operation methodology based on deep understanding of mobile internet and telecom VAS (Value-added Services) operation.
    Support service business development and service operation solution, business case development, commercial negotiation and communication.
    Dedication to service operation work, provide operation plan and implement routine operation flow.
    Monitor and analyze service operation data, provide promotion suggestion, communicate with respective team or department to coordinate operation flow.
    Support projects in terms of delivery plan, key milestone assessment as well as project governance.
    Focus on usersТ experience, provide service UI and logical flow improvement suggestion, support content operation and promotion,
    Implement pacification scheme when platform operation issues arise.
    Organize market promotion activities, provide and implement promotion plans, and manage promotion channels.
    Support financial and settlement workflow
    Effective communication with executive customers.

Job Requirements

    First Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer/ Software / Electrical / Electronic Engineering and any related discipline
    3+ years in the digital services department of Telecom industry, Internet Company or VAS service provider.
    Experienced in VAS operation or promotion, good understanding of software product and industry
    End-to-end service operation process understanding
    Result-orientated, passionate and a team player. Global business management experience is preferred.
    Good communication skills.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: bayonle.oduola@mactayconsulting.com using the "Job title" as subject of the email.

Latest Job Vacancy For Program Director at Freedom Foundation 2020

• We were moved to take action, because we have had the privilege of viewing society from two spectrums; an awareness of the abysmal poverty and the acute need that exists at a stratum. It is the general notion that people in poverty do not want to work, go back to school, better themselves or be integrated into society. The reality is that most of them lack t...
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  Program Director

  • Job Type Full Time
  • Qualification MBA/MSc/MA
  • Experience 5 - 10 years
  • Location Lagos
  • Job Field NGO/Non-Profit 
  We are recruiting to fill the position of: Program Director at House of Refuge, Lagos, Nigeria
  
  About House of Refuge:
  House of Refuge is the drug rehabilitation program of Freedom Foundation. House of Refuge is an integrated drug program that seeks to address the entire spectrum of substance dependence from prevention to treatment. We provide a comprehensive and holistic approach to responding to issues of substance dependence through education, policy, advocacy and treatment. The Program Director is responsible for executing the successful leadership and management of House of Refuge, according to the strategic direction set by the Executive Board. The Program Director as a senior Management position, is charged with the responsibility to manage staff, programs and see to the delivery and overall success of the program.
  Key Responsibilities
  Program Planning and Management:
  

  • Engage in the iterative process of program design and improvement in order to deliver efficient and effective services to clients.
  • Oversee the implementation of the health promotion and treatment program of House of Refuge.
  • Oversee the planning and implementation of special projects as may be approved by the Board from time to time.
  • Structure his/her team to ensure that all program aspects meet the highest programmatic standards and adhere to international standards of practice.
  • Track program objectives and deadlines.
  • Ensure that Standard Operating Procedures for all program activities are in place, staff are trained and strictly adhere to them.
  • Ensure the program is in alignment with Freedom Foundation’s principles, values and the program's strategic plan.
  • Ensure all program management minimum standards are met (including risk management, issues management).
  • Ensure program implementation is on time, target and budget, using effective M&E systems to achieve the desired impact.

  Team Management
  

  • Ensure program staff receive necessary inductions and training; hire, orient and supervise new team members as necessary in consultation with the Executive Board.
  • Create a work atmosphere of mutual respect conducive to professional growth and development of excellent personnel at all levels.
  • Implement, and ensure all staff members are effectively using, the performance planning and management system, establishing performance expectations and regularly providing constructive feedback.

  Executive Management:
  

  • Directs the clinical, managerial, and administrative aspects of the organization, ensure smooth running of day-to-day operations.
  • Develops and implements budget, administer the funds according to the approved budget and monitor the monthly cash flow of the program.
  • Ensure periodic development of accurate management reports (accounting reports, staff performance, monitoring and evaluation reports, etc.).
  • Ensure compliance with all legal and regulatory authorities
  • Identify, build and manage partnerships on state and local levels with different stakeholders such as state and local government, civil society, UN agencies and partners.
  • Communicate effectively to ensure overall program targets and partner/donor obligations are met.
  • Recognize and bring forward opportunities for innovative action and create an environment of empowerment, inclusion and participation.

  Research, Policy and Advocacy:
  

  • Initiate research studies and promote findings from prevention and treatment activities of House of Refuge.
  • Develop policy papers, dialogues and initiate thought leadership sessions to drive conversations to improve policy and practice.
  • Plan annual conference on substance misuse and addiction.

  Public Relations, Marketing, and Fundraising:
  

  • Establish good working relationships and collaborative arrangements with community groups, sponsors, governmental organizations and NGO organizations to help achieve the goals of the House of Refuge.
  • Conduct official correspondence for and on behalf of the Foundation on matters related to House of Refuge.
  • Act as chief spokesperson for the program represent House of Refuge at events to enhance the organization’s profile
  • Provide support for efforts to write concept notes and new programs to address emerging issues and programming challenges.
  • Assist with New Business and Strategic Planning Development; develop and implement a   comprehensive strategy for the growth of House of Refuge.

  Qualifications/Experience
  
  A post-graduate degree in relevant field (medicine or medical sciences, public health, social work, psychiatry, psychology, public policy etc.).
  

  • 5-10 years’ experience in senior management in a nonprofit/development organisation.
  • Fundraising, grant-seeking skills, and excellent marketing skills
  • Proven experience as a program director or other managerial position
  • Previous experience in a substance treatment program is strongly desired.
  • Thorough understanding of project/program management techniques and methods
  • Excellent knowledge of performance evaluation techniques and key metrics.
  • Outstanding knowledge of data analysis, reporting, and budgeting
  • Excellent organizational and leadership skills
  • Strong organizational abilities including planning, delegating, program development.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to interface and engage diverse volunteer and donor groups
  • Strong presentation and public speaking ability

  Method of Application

  Interested and qualified candidate should submit a copy of their CV/Resume and a cover letter to: jobs@freedomfoundationng.org with "Application for HOR Program Director" in the subject of the email.

Massive Job Vacancies at FHI360 2020

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research and technology - creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's in...
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• Open Jobs
  1. Deputy Chief of Party / Head of Programs
  2. Director of Finance and Administration
  3. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Advisor
  4. Grants Manager
• Method of Application

Deputy Chief of Party / Head of Programs

• Job Type Full Time
• Qualification BA/BSc/HND
• Experience 5 - 8 years
• Location Abuja
• Job Field NGO/Non-Profit 

Requisition: 2020200662
Project Description

• The objective of the SCALE Activity is to support CSOs and BMOs across all of USAID/Nigeria’s programmatic sectors with a basket of managerial, business strengthening, and advocacy capacity-building interventions aimed at advancing Nigerian CSO sustainability combined with targeted grants to advance mutually agreed upon priorities.
• The activity is designed to enhance local civil society organizations’ ability to be positive and responsible change agents in Nigeria

Position Description

• The Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) will serve as the Head of programs, acts as second in command to the Chief of Party (COP) and serves as the principal point of contact on the SCALE project for procedural and substantive matters in the absence of the COP.

Major Duties / Responsibilities
The DCOP will:

• Be responsible for the day-to-day technical activities and implementation of the activity.
• Coordinates project plans, budgets, training and resources with management to achieve strategic goals
• Set up and adjust as needed all field-based administrative, financial, procurement, HR and other operational systems and processes, and organize appropriate training and orientation on policies and systems for all field staff at the time of hire and on-going through the life of project.
• Oversee all administrative and logistical staff in the main and field offices.
• Cooperate closely with the (COP) on all administrative matters.
• Work closely with regional and/or headquarters administrative (including financial, contracts, HR, etc.), program, and operational teams to ensure timely and quality reporting, and lead the field team in office/program set-up and close-out processes.
• Assure that the project is in compliance with USAID and FHI 360 regulations and procedures.
• Provide direction and guidance to local staff and subcontractor staff on compliance issues, procurement standards/requirements, and other administrative, financial, HR and logistical questions.
• Coordinate the development and implementation of the project operational procedures, adapting global and regional technical resources and tools as needed for the Nigerian context.
• Develop and facilitate supportive partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in strategic planning.

Required Experience / Skills

• Bachelor's degree in relevant fields such as Social Sciences, Law, Development Studies, etc.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of progressively responsible experience in the successful implementation of international development activities managing sectors and/or subsectors of civil society/advocacy/research/gender sensitive interventions;
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills and experienced in managing teams;
• Experience relevant to accomplishment of the cross-cutting objectives including gender, youth and marginalized populations.
• Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English
• Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO).
• Demonstrated track record of working in teams and fostering partnerships.
• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relations with host country government personnel, stakeholders, NGO partners, and international donor agencies.
• Experience with a USG cooperative agreement preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage a high-volume workflow.
• Relevant computer software skills, including at a minimum, MS Word and Excel.

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• Contents
• Open Jobs
  1. Deputy Chief of Party / Head of Programs
  2. Director of Finance and Administration
  3. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Advisor
  4. Grants Manager
• Method of Application

Deputy Chief of Party / Head of Programs

• Job Type Full Time
• Qualification BA/BSc/HND
• Experience 5 - 8 years
• Location Abuja
• Job Field NGO/Non-Profit 

Requisition: 2020200662
Project Description

• The objective of the SCALE Activity is to support CSOs and BMOs across all of USAID/Nigeria’s programmatic sectors with a basket of managerial, business strengthening, and advocacy capacity-building interventions aimed at advancing Nigerian CSO sustainability combined with targeted grants to advance mutually agreed upon priorities.
• The activity is designed to enhance local civil society organizations’ ability to be positive and responsible change agents in Nigeria

Position Description

• The Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) will serve as the Head of programs, acts as second in command to the Chief of Party (COP) and serves as the principal point of contact on the SCALE project for procedural and substantive matters in the absence of the COP.

Major Duties / Responsibilities
The DCOP will:

• Be responsible for the day-to-day technical activities and implementation of the activity.
• Coordinates project plans, budgets, training and resources with management to achieve strategic goals
• Set up and adjust as needed all field-based administrative, financial, procurement, HR and other operational systems and processes, and organize appropriate training and orientation on policies and systems for all field staff at the time of hire and on-going through the life of project.
• Oversee all administrative and logistical staff in the main and field offices.
• Cooperate closely with the (COP) on all administrative matters.
• Work closely with regional and/or headquarters administrative (including financial, contracts, HR, etc.), program, and operational teams to ensure timely and quality reporting, and lead the field team in office/program set-up and close-out processes.
• Assure that the project is in compliance with USAID and FHI 360 regulations and procedures.
• Provide direction and guidance to local staff and subcontractor staff on compliance issues, procurement standards/requirements, and other administrative, financial, HR and logistical questions.
• Coordinate the development and implementation of the project operational procedures, adapting global and regional technical resources and tools as needed for the Nigerian context.
• Develop and facilitate supportive partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in strategic planning.

Required Experience / Skills

• Bachelor's degree in relevant fields such as Social Sciences, Law, Development Studies, etc.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of progressively responsible experience in the successful implementation of international development activities managing sectors and/or subsectors of civil society/advocacy/research/gender sensitive interventions;
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills and experienced in managing teams;
• Experience relevant to accomplishment of the cross-cutting objectives including gender, youth and marginalized populations.
• Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff.
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English
• Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization (NGO).
• Demonstrated track record of working in teams and fostering partnerships.
• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relations with host country government personnel, stakeholders, NGO partners, and international donor agencies.
• Experience with a USG cooperative agreement preferred.
• Ability to work independently and manage a high-volume workflow.
• Relevant computer software skills, including at a minimum, MS Word and Excel.

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Director of Finance and Administration

• Job Type Full Time
• Qualification BA/BSc/HND
• Experience 8 years
• Location Abuja
• Job Field Administration / Secretarial  , Finance / Accounting / Audit 

Requisition: 2020200663
Project Description

• The objective of the SCALE Activity is to support CSOs and BMOs across all of USAID/Nigeria’s programmatic sectors with a basket of managerial, business strengthening, and advocacy capacity-building interventions aimed at advancing Nigerian CSO sustainability combined with targeted grants to advance mutually agreed upon priorities.
• The activity is designed to enhance local civil society organizations’ ability to be positive and responsible change agents in Nigeria

Position Description

• The Director of Finance and Administration oversees program operations, including but not limited to human resources, logistics, procurement, sub-contracts or sub-awards, and accounting/finance.

Major Duties / Responsibilities
The Director of Finance and Administration shall:

• Coordinates logistics for project
• Works with HR and other country office and platform functions to abide actions to FHI 360 processes and procedures
• Liaises with senior management on the development of administrative plans, projects, performance and initiatives to ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of all administration departments
• Translates the organization’s business and strategic goals and objectives into priorities for administration’s departments, introducing new directions, innovations and methods to achieve results
• Strategically partners with internal and external stakeholders and contributes to sharing and implementing best practices
• Builds credibility with other internal organizations and constructively dissenting, when appropriate, to push organization to pursue maximum value from negotiated agreements
• Guides organizational leadership on the regulations that apply to administration’s departments and work
• Drives leading edge efficient operations, processes and technologies to improve safety, quality, delivery, and reduce costs
• Oversees the establishment of applicable performance metrics and monitors performance against those metrics. Manages and evaluates department leadership to ensure efficient operation of these functions
• Demonstrates competency in setting negotiation strategies and planning for execution
• Oversees each of these departments to identify opportunities to improve and refine services
• Provides direction in accomplishing the organization objectives and guides the development of related policies and procedures
• Develop internal control measures
• Conduct internal financial audits
• Coordinate external financial audits
• Prepares budgets for annual work plans and financial reports for USAID
• Develop the financial management capacity of all relevant staff and sub-awardees
• Assign and audit the work of the finance department, while providing day-to-day guidance to staff
• Design, document and implement the strategic operational systems, functions, and internal control mechanisms to ensure efficiency and compliance with USAID regulations and FHI 360 policies and procedures
• Design, document and implement process improvement plans to ensure financial controls are streamlined and in compliance with FHI 360 and USAID requirements
• Monitor the Program’s pipeline; develop and implement corrective actions as required to ensure burn-rate and cost-share figures are on target
• Provide recommendations and consult with management on financial performance and risk management
• Develop policies and systems and conduct special financial studies, as required

Required Experience / Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance or a related field in International Business Management, Finance, Accounting and/or auditing experience.
• An ACA/ACCA/CPA or other recognized professional accounting qualification.
• Minimum eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, auditing, finance, or business management with a recognized organization.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and manage large budgets, and in-depth knowledge of accounting principles.
• Progressively responsible experience supervising project operations, including human resources, procurement, and sub-contracts or sub-awards.
• Experience working with online banking systems.
• Demonstrated experience and good working knowledge of USAID and other US Government organizations’ rules and regulations is required.
• Excellent project management and technical skills.
• Ability to motivate, negotiate, influence and collaborate with functional managers and other leaders.
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access.

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Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Advisor

• Job Type Full Time
• Qualification BA/BSc/HND
• Experience 8 years
• Location Abuja
• Job Field NGO/Non-Profit 

Requisition: 2020200664
Project  Description

• The objective of the SCALE Activity is to support CSOs and BMOs across all of USAID/Nigeria’s programmatic sectors with a basket of managerial, business strengthening, and advocacy capacity-building interventions aimed at advancing Nigerian CSO sustainability combined with targeted grants to advance mutually agreed upon priorities.
• The activity is designed to enhance local civil society organizations’ ability to be positive and responsible change agents in Nigeria

Position Description

• The MEL Officer provides strategic guidance, vision and management for successful monitoring and evaluation of the activity

Major Duties / Responsibilities
The MEL shall:

• Supervise all MEL staff
• Ensure the strategic and functional integration of all MEL activities as well as active collaboration with sub-awardees and USAID.
• Oversees all MEL activities
• Provides technical direction and support
• Ensures the accurate reporting of results for program activities.  
• Develop and directly contribute to the development and implementation of M&E tools and systems to improve ability to collect, interpret and aggregate data that demonstrate impact and program accountability and progress.
• Develop and support the design and implementation of baseline, mid-term and end of project evaluations, surveys and other components of the programs M&E system.
• Provide M&E technical advice to programs, projects, including staffing and resource allocation to M&E.
• Develop high quality quantitative and qualitative methods and participatory methodologies to monitor program quality for performance and results.
• Provide technical support for M&E in one or more technical sectors.
• Build upon industry and experiences to improve consistency, quality and practicality of M&E strategies; promote dissemination and use of lessons learned within international partner organizations.
• Review M&E plans and PMPs for quality and adherence to donor requirements.
• Collect lessons learned from programs and collaborate with senior management to assure M&E components are of high quality and improve processes and practices in data analysis.
• Provide training to staff, primary stakeholders, and implementing partners on M&E components in project design; such as monitoring plan, assessments, reviews, surveys and evaluations.
• Identify best practices for documentation as success stories, technical reports, or peer review publications and reviews surveillance, research and evaluation publications prior to release to stakeholders.
• Provide quality and timely submission of all required project reports.

Required Experience / Skills

• Bachelor's degree in any the following or related fields: Social Science, International Development, Evaluation Research, Statistics, or Economics;
• At least eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in designing, managing and implementing results-based MEL activities,
• Demonstrated relevant technical skills in analyzing quantitative and qualitative data, with excellent organizational as well as English oral and written communication skills; and
• Extensive knowledge of reporting procedures, best practices, guidelines, and tools for monitoring, evaluation and learning.  
• Years of work experience that demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of technical issues.
• Ability to manage projects, set realistic priorities, and plan for the successful implementation of activities.
• Experience working in USAID projects preferred.

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Grants Manager

• Job Type Full Time
• Qualification BA/BSc/HND
• Experience 5 - 8 years
• Location Abuja
• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 

Requisition: 2020200665
Project  Description

• The objective of the SCALE Activity is to support CSOs and BMOs across all of USAID/Nigeria’s programmatic sectors with a basket of managerial, business strengthening, and advocacy capacity-building interventions aimed at advancing Nigerian CSO sustainability combined with targeted grants to advance mutually agreed upon priorities.
• The activity is designed to enhance local civil society organizations’ ability to be positive and responsible change agents in Nigeria

Position Description

• The grants manager oversees the grants administration in conformity with USAID policies and procedures throughout the duration of the activity while backstopping routine grantee financial reporting processes and all grantees’ funding obligations.

Major Duties / Responsibilities
The Grants Manager shall:

• Be responsible for carrying out a full range of tasks, including, grant review and selection for approval, work plans, grantee budgets and budget narratives, preparation and compliance review of grant modifications and memoranda of negotiation; grant obligation ceilings, processing of monthly grantee advance/reconciliation/reimbursement requests, design a grant manual, review awards, types of grants, target recipient groups and activities, selection criteria, roles and responsibilities, etc..
• Maintain financial systems for field office and project accounting and grants finance management, including payroll, transfers, reporting to local authorities, FHI360, and USAID;
• Review project invoices for accuracy and allocate expenditures according to accounting systems;
• Prepare/review payments of monthly expenditures within signature authority guidelines;
• Advises senior management on matters of concern and elements of risk that can be detrimental to successful contract performance. Recommend alternative approaches to overcome any negative impact.
• Prepare, update and submit financial reports to HQ according to financial procedures;
• Review and reconcile monthly expenditures of the bank accounts;
• Maintain, disburse, and reconcile the petty cash account;
• Review, track, and reconcile staff and consultant cash advances according to policies;
• Liaise with Finance/Business Managers in HQ regarding budget realignments, specific budget issues, and status of wire transfers;
• Assist with procurement solicitations and recommendations for potential providers of needed goods and services in accordance with USAID and FHI 360 rules and regulations;
• Assist with financial monitoring of the grants program including pre-award financial/management surveys, requests for advances, funds disbursements and expenditure reconciliation, financial reporting, audits, and close-out;
• Provide training and technical assistance on financial and grants management as needed to project staff, grantees and other implementing partners;
• Support the management of sub-grants that will be awarded under the activity
• Work directly with the grant recipients to ensure that such awards conform to United States Government (USG) procurement and competition requirements
• Responsible for monitoring and reporting on the implementation of the grants.

Required Experience / Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance or a related field;
•  Minimum 5-8 years of progressively responsible experience in grant management including at least three (3) years of post-qualification experience as a grant manager with a reputable organization administering grants and sub-awards; and
• Previous experience in building or enhancing CSOs financial management capacity through grant administration.
• Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with client and staff.
• Past experience working with community-based organizations and CSOs is preferred
• Advanced knowledge of donor (USG and non- USG) rule and regulations including but not limited to USAID, DHHS, DOE, etc
• Solid experience using computer accounting software
• Knowledge of accounting principles and USAID rules and regulations is preferred
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
• Prior experience in a non-governmental organization (CSO).

Method of Application

Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.

• Deputy Chief of Party / Head of Programs
• Director of Finance and Administration
• Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Advisor
• Grants Manager

Note

• The above job description summarizes the main duties of the job. It neither prescribes nor restricts the exact tasks that may be assigned to carry out these duties.
• This document should not be construed in any way to represent a contract of employment. Management reserves the right to review and revise this document at any time.