Job Vacancies (2 Positions) United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Nigeria March 2011

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), the leading UN organization in Reproductive
Health and Population and Development is recruiting personnel for the following position in its Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria.

Post Title: Programme Associate
TYPE OF CONTRACT: Fixed Term Appointment (FTA)
POST LEVEL: ICS 07
DUTY POST: Abuja
Type of Contract: Fixed Term (For an initial 12 months, renewable upon satisfactory performance)
Under the supervision of the Representative, the l Programme Associate will support the design, planning and management of UNFPA’s country programme by providing and managing data inputs, providing logistical support, monitoring project implementation and following up on recommendations.
The Programme Associate will apply established systems and procedures and assists in the creation of substantive knowledge by compiling, synthesizing and analyzing information relevant to population and development, reproductive health and gender issues. He/she is expected to be instrumental in facilitating programme/project implementation using and developing appropriate mechanisms and systems and ensuring compliance with established procedures.
The l Programme Associate is expected to maintain collaborative relationships with all programme and project staff as well as government counterparts.

World Bank Nigeria Recruitment: Senior Energy Specialist

The Africa Region Energy Unit of the World Bank intends to recruit a Senior Energy Specialist to be based in Abuja, Nigeria to support the in-country activities of the World Bank. The focus of the candidate will be in the area of power and gas sector reform, utility investment programming, rural electrification, renewable energy and energy efficiency.

Job #: 110298
Job Title: Senior Energy Specialist
Job Family: Energy and Mining
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Appointment: Local Hire
Language Requirements: English [Essential]

Note: If the selected candidate is a current Bank Group staff member with a Regular or Open-Ended appointment, s/he will retain his/her Regular or Open-Ended appointment. All others will be offered a renewable term appointment.

International Committee of the Red Cross Recruitment: Logistics Officer in Nigeria

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral and Independent humanitarian organisation.
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Delegation in Port Harcourt is looking for a qualified candidate with the capacity to work independently to fill in the following interesting position:

Job Title: Logistics Officer

Main Responsibilities:

ECOWAS Nigerian Latest Vacancy: Renewable Energy Expert

ECOWAS Nigerian Latest Vacancy: Renewable Energy Expert
ECOWAS with the support of UNDP has elaborated a five step approach for which access to energy service activities and tools could be made available. Moreover, a series of actions that have allowed the elaboration of national action program on Access to Energy Services are emerging in several countries of the region.

Finally, ECOWAS through the technical assistance of UNDP has received the support of the European Union(EU) to develop investment programmes in several ECOWAS member states. With a view to ensure
sustainability and strengthen organizational capacities, ECOWAS intends to create an Access to Energy Services Unit within the Directorate of Energy. The Access Unit shall support member states in elaborating a programme on access to energy services, strengthening capacities, and mobilization of financial resources. The Unit will consist of three consultants directly working under the supervision of the Director of the Energy Directorate. The Director may delegate some of his responsibilities to one of the consultants, who will then serve as the Chief of the Unit. This Team leader will be responsible for coordinating overall outputs of the other consultants. Two of these consultants will be recruited by UNDP (financed by the UNDP Energy and Poverty Eradication team based in Dakar under the Regional Programme for Energy and Poverty -PREP- funding )and the third one by ECOWAS from the Pool Fund.

World Bank Group Nigeria Job: Vacancy for Senior Energy Specialist (Abuja)

World Bank Group Nigeria Job: Vacancy for Senior Energy Specialist (Abuja)
Duties and Accountabilities
The person selected will have the following responsibilities:
(i) support the broader policy and reform program in the energy sector in Nigeria, identifying opportunities and risks for strengthening the Bank’s engagement in the sector and the delivery of results;
(ii) support the design, preparation, appraisal of new energy sector operations;
(iii) Supervise power sector investments and/or capacity building projects or components such as the Nigeria Electricity and Gas Improvement Project (NEGIP) and the National Energy Development Project (NEDP);
(iv) support the development of national and regional Analytic and Advisory Activities (AAA) and extend support to regional investment projects such as the Niger River Basin Development Project involving rehabilitation of Nigeria’s Kainji dam and hydropower plant and the West Africa Gas Pipeline Project involving supply of Nigeria’s gas to neighboring West African countries as necessary;
(v) coordinate with development partners, key government officials, regional institutions and other Bank Group teams as necessary; and
(vi) participate as part of the World Bank’s team at national forums, workshops and conferences focusing on energy issues.

Job Vacancies in Ecowas Nigeria: Director of Conferences and Protocol

Following the restructuring of the ECOWAS Commission from an Executive Secretariat in 2006, the number of Directorates was increased from 16 to 25. A Directorate in ECOWAS Community Institutions is a subset of Departments headed by Commissioners. Directorates are headed by Directors.

Directors are responsible within the Commission for providing the technical expertise in particular technical areas for the design and implementation of technical projects within the region in line with ECOWAS objectives.

Department: Administration and Finance
Directorate: Conferences and Protocol
Grade: D1
Salary: USD 92,866.73
Supervisor: Commissioner, Administration & Finance
Reference: ECW-COMM/REC/CAF-D/001/2011
Duration: Permanent
Closing date: 08-03-2011

Foreman, Mechanical Vacancy at International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) Jobs in Nigeria

IITA is an international non-profit research-for-development (R4D) organization created in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and supported primarily by the Consultative Group of International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). Our R4D is anchored on the development needs of sub-Saharan Africa. We develop agricultural solutions with our partners to tackle hunger and poverty by reducing producer and consumer risks, enhancing crop quality and productivity, and generating wealth from agriculture. We have more than 100 internationally recruited scientists from about 35 countries and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa.

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigerian Nationals for the following position:

Security Superintendent Vacancy at International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) Jobs in Nigeria

IITA is an international non-profit research-for-development (R4D) organization created in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and supported primarily by the Consultative Group of International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). Our R4D is anchored on the development needs of sub-Saharan Africa. We develop agricultural solutions with our partners to tackle hunger and poverty by reducing producer and consumer risks, enhancing crop quality and productivity, and generating wealth from agriculture. We have more than 100 internationally recruited scientists from about 35 countries and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa.

World Bank Nigerian Job: Senior Energy Specialist Vacancy (Job in Nigeria)

World Bank Nigerian Job: Senior Energy Specialist VacancyAFTEG intends to recruit a Senior Energy Specialist for a position based in Abuja, Nigeria to support the in-country activities of the World Bank.  The position reflects the Bank’s growing work program in West Africa, in general, and the increased bank support to the Nigerian Power sector reform, in particular.
The Sustainable Development (SD) Department covers Infrastructure (Transport, Energy, Urban, Water and Sanitation), Rural Development, Environment and Natural Resources Management. This department
accounts for a substantial part of World Bank operations in the Africa region.  The Africa region energy program is rapidly growing with several operations under preparation and supervision, complemented by some sector work supporting country policy dialogue. JOB #: 110298

World Bank Washington Recruit Economist

World Bank Washington Recruitment For Economist

The World Bank is a vital source of financial and technical assistance to developing countries around the world. Our mission is to fight poverty with passion and professionalism for lasting results and to help people help themselves and their environment by providing resources, sharing knowledge, building capacity and forging partnerships in the public and private sectors.

We are not a bank in the common sense; we are made up of two unique development institutions owned by 187 member countries: the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) and the International Development Association (IDA).
Each institution plays a different but collaborative role in advancing the vision of inclusive and sustainable globalization. The IBRD aims to reduce poverty in middle-income and creditworthy poorer countries, while IDA focuses on the world's poorest countries.

IITA Nigeria Vacancy: Associate Professional Officer

IITA Nigeria Vacancy: Associate Professional Officer
ASSOCIATE PROFESSIONAL OFFICER – Plant Pathology
ASSOCIATE PROFESSIONAL OFFICER –Plant Pathology based in Dar es Salaam (Tanzania)
(Ref: DDG-R4D/APO/PP/01/11)I. GENERAL INFORMATION
TITLE OF THE POSTING: Associate Professional Officer – Plant Pathology
SECTOR: Grain legumes
LOCATION: Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
DURATION OF THE ASSIGNMENT: Initially one year with the possibility to extend up to 3 years
GRADE: IITA offers a competitive remuneration package paid in US dollars. Starting salary scale will depend on the level of education and experience.
NOTE: This post is opened in the context of the Junior Professional Officer (JPO) scheme sponsored by the Government of the Netherlands and is addressed exclusively to candidates from developing countries (for criteria refer to the website of the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs:

Project Finance & Administrative Assistant Wanted at UNDP Nigeria

Project Finance & Administrative Assistant at UNDP Nigeria

United Nations Development Programme, UNDP Nigeria is recruiting Project Finance and Administrative Assistant
Background
Under the overall guidance of the UNODC Country Representative, and the day-to-day supervision of the project manager/coordinator, the Finance and Administrative Assistant will provide administrative and financial support services to UNODC and project NGAT97 and support UNODC project implementation in a timely and accurate fashion, fully in line and consistent with UN rules, regulations and standards.
The Project Finance and Administrative Assistant will work in close collaboration with other assistants and team members of the UNODC Country office in Nigeria, and will receive guidance and advice as required from the Finance Officer on the rules and regulations framework related to procurement, administration and finance
Job Title: PROJECT FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT – NGA T97
Location : Yenagoa, NIGERIA
Application Deadline : 22-Feb-11
Additional Category Management
Type of Contract : Service Contract
Post Level : SB-3
Languages Required : English
Starting Date : (date when the selected candidate is expected to start) 04-Apr-2011
Duration of Initial Contract : 1 year
Expected Duration of Assignment : 1 year

Duties and Responsibilities
Summary of Key Functions:
Processes payment requests and documents in a timely manner for execution via ATLAS and ProFi.
Prepares procurement and service arrangement cases related to UNODC projects/work in Nigeria
Drafts letters, correspondence and simple reports as required/requested by the supervisor
Compiles information and provides summary reports/analysis and briefing folders as required
Establishes and maintains a filing and archive system for projects under assignment
Makes travel, mission and meeting arrangements for supervisors using existing ICT systems for such purposes
Supports the project coordinator/officer in the monitoring of project budgets and spending
Provides inputs to monthly and quarterly project progress reviews and periodic reports
Liaises with counterpart agencies (lower working levels) to ensure cooperation/coordination of project activities
Alerts supervisors on problems and opportunities arising during project implementation
Performs other duties as assigned

Competencies
Corporate Competencies:
Demonstrates commitment to UNODC’s mission, vision and values.
Shows respect and adaptability for diversity (cultural, gender, religion, race)

Programme Assistant Wanted at UNDP

UNDP Nigeria Jobs: Country Programme Assistant
United Nations Development Programme, UNDP Nigeria is recruiting Country Programme Assistant
Background
The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), which is a specialized agency of the United Nations and dedicated to eradicating rural poverty in developing countries.

Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the Country Programme Manager (CPM) and the Country Programme Officer (CPO) for Nigeria, the incumbent will:
General Programme Administration
Support the CPO at all phases of the approval process of all IFAD-funded programmes in the country and their implementation for effective management of the programme of work;
Act as focal point for receiving, coordinating and following up on the programme-related activities;
Assist the CPO in the administration and monitoring of all aspects of programme design and implementation, as well as in financial budgetary and administrative areas. This entails maintaining close liaison with IFAD, programme staff and other concerned parties;
Respond to programme-related queries from both internal and external parties;
Assist the CPO in the preparation of progress reporting to IFAD management;
Provide administrative and logistic support to IFAD staff including travel, visa and accommodations;
Monitor Country Office budget and verify availability of funds;
Assist in the identification of consultants, preparation of contracts and processing of payments;
Create and maintain an efficient filing system, as well as assist in creating, updating and managing the electronic office project database;
Draft correspondence and communications related to all aspects of programme administration; and
Perform other duties as assigned.

Regional Medical Medical & Call Center Vacancies at IHMS

IHMS Vacancies For Regional Medical Manager & Call Centre Agent
International Health Management Services Ltd.(IHMS) – A  Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) established to provide social health insurance services under the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) and private health insurance services to individuals, groups and corporate organizations.

Owned by Institutional investors and Entrepreneurs
Accredited by the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) as a National HMO.
Rated among top HMOs in Nigeria by Agusto & Co (foremost business rating firm).
Provider network with over 1,000 hospitals, specialists and diagnostic centres nationwide in both the Public and Private sector.
Fully operational zonal offices in Lagos, Abuja, Port-Harcourt, Ibadan, Benin, Enugu,Ilorin, Kaduna and Miaduguri.

Medical Field Officer wanted at International Committee of the Red Cross Nigeria

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Is an Impartial, neutral and independent organization whose exclusively humanitarian miss/on is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of war and Internal violence and to provide them with assistance. It also endeavours to prevent suff9ring by promoting and strengthening humanitarian law and universal humanitarian principles. Visit http://www.icrc.org/ for more information
The ICRC delegation is looking for suitable candidates, based in Port Harcourt to fill the following vacancy

Job Title: Medical Field Officer
Main Responsibilities: