Cisco Nigeria: Wireless Solutions Architect

Cisco Nigeria: Wireless Solutions Architect

Cisco enables people to make powerful connections-whether in business, education, philanthropy, or creativity. Cisco hardware, software, and service offerings are used to create the Internet solutions that make networks possible-providing easy access to information anywhere, at any time.

Cisco seeks a Network Consulting Engineer to help customers maximize network availability and functionality to achieve their business goals. The NCE delivers the technologies, solutions and services customers need to expertly manage their networks. In this role, you will be “Cisco’s face to the customer,” working in a fast-paced, high-impact environment as a visible contributor delivering on our commtments.

The ideal candidate is a creative problem solver, comfortable with challenging the status quo and rapidly responding to escalated issues. With a seasoned mix of broad networking knowledge and specific area expertise, as well as excellent Customer Relationship Management (CRM) skills, you’re well positioned to become a trusted advisor capable of building solid, long-term relationships with customers.

Wireless Network Consulting Engineer to support Enterprise WLAN and/or Outdoor Wireless Mesh accounts in the Cisco Services Wireless Consulting Practice.

Responsible for the delivery of Wireless Planning, Design, Implementation & Optimization Services to Cisco’s major accounts. Performs architectural planning and design along with configuration and integration support. Also provides operational support for complex, wireless network deployments. Identify & document design/architecture best practices for global Cisco Services adoption.

EDUCATION: Typically requires BSEE/CS or equivalent plus 5-10 years experience in a network engineering or telecommunications support environment. MS strongly preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS:-In depth knowledge of Wireless technology
-RF Design, RF Survey/Engineering and RF troubleshooting skills
-IP Network Design skills
-Thorough understanding of WLAN security and network management
-Experience designing and deploying key WLAN applications including Secure Mobility, Voice over WLAN, Location Based Services, and Wireless Guest Access
-Expert level Inter-networking troubleshooting in a large scale network environment.
-Strong Technical Account management skills.
-Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

PREFERED SKILLS:
-CCIE
-CCIE-Wireless, CCNA-Wireless
-CWNA, CWSP, CWAP, CWNE
-CCNP, CCDP
-Project Management, leadership and mentoring skills.
-IP networking, LAN Switching, VoIP, etc.
-In-depth knowledge of network management, network availability, QOS & capacity planning.

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Standard Chartered Bank: Project Manager

Standard Chartered Bank is leading the way in Asia, Africa and the Middle East. This unique global focus enables our people to make a difference in the world’s most exciting emerging markets. Standard Chartered Bank is now recruiting for a Project Manager. The job holder is responsibility is to assist in the delivery of CRES fit-out and construction projects.

Key Roles & ResponsibilitiesAssist in obtaining necessary Authority approvals.
Assist in the tracking of the project plans.
Develop sub-programmes to ensure all key activities are formulated and communicated through various consultants and SCB user groups.
To attend and minute various project meetings, ensuring quality and accurate notes are distributed.
To maintain version control of project documentation and correspondence.
To provide general administration duties for the Project Manger.
Assist in managing integrated project plans.
To ensure that each new sub-project is supported by the appropriate project approval documentation.
To assist in the drafting of all necessary project documentation.
To assist on all matters relating to site Health and Safety
Other duties as directed.

Qualifications & SkillsHave attained undergraduate degree level in a construction related subject.
Ideally to have worked for a Real Estate Service provider, Real estate consultant (Architect, M&E etc) and/or contractor and/or have been site based.
PC literate including Microsoft Project.
To apply visit the link below, and select location as ‘Nigeria’





Lufthansa Nigeria: Sales Representative

Lufthansa German Airlines is one of the world’s leading Airlines. As an international-operating aviation group, Lufthansa is active in five business fields: passenger Transportation, Logistics, MRO, Catering and IT Services. Lufthansa Nigeria is now seeking exceptional station professionals. We are recruiting for a key position which is available immediately as well as for our trainee program: Outside Sales Representative.

Outside Sales Representative (m/f) is responsible for reaching defined sales targets and maximising the revenue in the existing business segment. He/she is in charge of developing and steering customer portfolios through office-based and personal sales activities. He/she is also responsible for contract negotiations and completion of sales agreements.

Dependent on the assignment-focus the tasks include the following:

office-based/personal visits sales coverage of appointed customer
preparing contract negotiations for travel agencies and corporate clients
initiating, organising and carrying out sales promotion activities based on continuous monitoring and evaluation of customer portfolio
increasing business with existing accounts by capitalising on and building strong relationships
documentation of sales calls and subsequent feedback to Sales Support
constantly informing customer portfolio about new products and product improvements
traveling on behalf of Lufthansa
participation in projects and tasks beyond own job responsibilities
Your profile

independent, analytical and structured mindset and approach to work
excellent negotiation and sales skills
good presentation and negotiation skills
creativity
organizational skills
team player, good communication and social skills
discretion
confident manner and well groomed appearance
ability to work under pressure and Assertiveness
excellent service skills
readiness to work irregular hours
poss. Psychological Aptitude TestTechnical Competencies:
A-level standard/High School Diploma or similar
knowledge of the local travel market and the local economy
excellent command of English written and spoken; native according to country; German desirable
excellent knowledge of MS-Office Products, Internet
knowledge of CRS is of advantage
valid driving licenseEnvironmental influences or other encumbrances:
intensive travel
weather factors on customer visits
irregular hours of work
How to Apply

For further information and online application are available, please click the link below. Select Jobs > Jobs Offered > Africa.

Please refrain from applying via email or handing in application documents-only online applications will be accepted.

Click here to apply online





Meridian Technologies: Oracle Trainers

Meridian Technologies Ltd is a mega IT Training and Education Company representing Aptech Computer Education in Lagos. It is an authorized Oracle University partner, a Cisco Networking Academy, Microsoft partner, CompTIA member and has authorized Prometric and Vue Testing Centres. Meridian Technologies has been a pioneer in delivering training on Oracle technologies and has been training students on the following Oracle courses:

1. Oracle E-Business Suite 11i Financials Certified Professional Consultant
2. Oracle 11g Database Administrator Certified Professional
3. Oracle 10g Database Administrator Certified Professional
4. Oracle Enterprise Linux Administrator Certified Professional
It seeks qualified candidates for key positions for Oracle University courses :
Trainers
Computer Science / Accounting Graduates with NYSC discharged certificate and OCP certification in the following Oracle technologies should apply:

i) Oracle E-Business Suite 11i Financials :
( Working professionals who can take Weekend classes are welcome )

Candidate should be experienced on Oracle 11i Financials modules and should have very good exposure and experience with Oracle 11i Financials with strong background in accounting. This position requires taking lectures of senior professionals which requires strong experience & confidence in 11i E-Business Suite financials modules.

The candidate should have good knowledge of the following modules :
a) Linux Fundamentals – An Overview
b) 11i e Business Suite Essentials for Implementers
c) 11i Financial Applications Overview
d) 11i General Ledger Management Fundamentals
e) 11i Payables and/or Receivables Fundamentals

The candidate should also hold certifications in 11i e Business Suite Fundamentals (IZO-200), 11i General Ledger Management Fundamentals (IZO-211) and 11i Payables and/or Receivables Fundamentals (IZO-212 and/or IZO-213)

ii) Oracle Database 11g : The candidate should be a qualified OCP in Oracle Database 11g. Candidates who are OCP in Database 10g and upgrading on Database 11g shortly may also apply.

iii) Cisco Certified Networking Professionals : The candidate should be a qualified CCNP and should have experience of handling CCNP classes in well reputed institute.

Experience in Linux environment and 1 – 3 years of IT training experience will be an advantage. Candidates must be dynamic, technically oriented, possess excellent communication skills and be willing to work on weekends.

Interested candidates should apply with their CV and passport photograph to oracle@meridian-nigeria.com
Deadline is 31st August 2009.






British Council: Project Manager, Lagos

The British Council connects people worldwide with learning opportunities and creative ideas from the UK and builds lasting relationships between the UK and other countries. The British council is recruting for a Project Manager (Arts Projects) in Lagos. The aims of the job are:

To contribute to the achievement of British Council objectives through the planning, management, delivery and evaluation of country, regional and global products and services
To lead and manage arts and other projects of global, region and local products and services concerned with Connected Africa .
To contribute to the the development of BC Nigeria as an innvoative and high performing country operation.
To model the values and principles of an integrated operation and to ensure that we are aligned with the BC regional and global priorities.
To actively engage with and support regional developments.

Duties And Responsibilities
To deliver core products and servces that enhance the scale and impact of our work in this area.
To manage a portfolio of country, regional and global products as defined in the Regional and Country delivery plans in sectors of the British Council programme.
To ensure effective monitoring and evaluation of all products including the compilation of Scorecard data and other evaluation tools required by corporate standards of external clients.
To work across teams and with outreach staff to ensure maximum impact for activity.
To develop new approaches to engagements using web and other broadcast channels.
To apply for this post, you will need to read through the Specification for applicants, and complete the application form.

Please note, no CV applications will be processed, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.










Guinness: Procurement Category Manager

As Guinness Nigeria undertakes the journey towards D2011, the Procurement Function within Guinness is clearly recognised as being a key enabler for our Company. To successfully deliver the requisite step-change level of Functional performance expected by the wider business, Procurement now requires significant up-skilling using best local (both internal and externally-recruited) talent and expertise, with a targeted-objective to be benchmarked on a par with peers across Diageo Europe/North America within the next two years (currently ranked best in Africa Region).

Guiness Nigeria is recruiting for a Procurement Category Manager.
Leadership Responsibilities:

Create, develop and recommend strategic options, across geographical and business cultural boundaries, and working with dispersed teams (both Nigeria and London-based) to finalise, agree, and implement category strategies.
Brilliant execution of the Category Management and Supplier Performance Management process using the LOOP, leading and securing stakeholder approvals at GATE meetings using presentations of a very high standard and capable of withstanding considerable scrutiny from senior Exec-level stakeholders to make very important decisions regarding the routes our business will take to create value and achieve our Mission.
Purpose of Role:

Responsible for the development of stretching category strategies that clearly deliver our Procurement Functional Value agenda of Assure, Protect and Create for all areas of the business.
To embed E-procurement in Guinness Nigeria.
Responsible for coaching and development of Supplier Performance managers to achieve required supplier capability to achieve D2011 objectives.
There will be occasional requirements for national, regional-hub (Cameroun/Ghana) and international (UK) travel.

Accountabilities:
This role will closely support the Portfolio Managers and Head of Procurement in driving the Procurement Function to Destination 2011, acting as a key member of the team by leading the team’s robust application of key category management tools such as the LOOP, supply chain analysis and business needs analysis.
Implementation of HoP-designated key projects through effective project management, utilising appropriate e-procurement tools to maximise speed, efficiency and drive of benefits e.g. e-RFI’s e-RFP’s, e-auctions, spend analysis.

Qualifications and Experience:
ESSENTIAL
University Degree in any commercially biased-discipline, with proven relevant 7+ years post-qualification – including some quality procurement-functional experience within a forward thinking, fast-paced and value-adding blue-chip FMCG environment.
Professional procurement qualification desirable (CIPS/ISM/MBA), and capable of rapidly developing full understanding of world-class Procurement systems and practices, including all Diageo Category Management processes and associated tools.
Strong IT skills base, including intermediate proficiency in Office applications.

DESIRABLE
Previous experience of working within or closely with an FMCG Procurement Function (prior SAP experience an advantage) for an extended period.
Strong communication skills evident in the ability to work in a team environment and build great relationships with stakeholders, suppliers and end users.
Please note the following: Only shortlisted candidates would be contacted.


To apply online click on the link below. Click on ‘Search & Apply’; Select ‘Search Openings’ and enter the reference number








Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Job Vacancy at Nigeria LNG Company: Senior Laboratory Analyst


August 11th, 2009 by admin

NLNG Limited is jointly owned by NNPC (49%), Shell (25.6%), Total LNG (15%) and Eni (10.4%).

It was incorporated to harness vast natural gas resources and produce Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and Natural Gas Liquids (NGLs) for export.

NLNG Limited seeks to engage personnel for immediate employment in the following positions: Senior Laboratory Analyst ref: cmo/2009/001

The appointee shall be required to fulfill all duties associated with management, coordination and oversight of the medical laboratory diagnostic services to support patient care and occupational health monitoring in a cost effective, safe and reliable way.

The right candidate should:
Possess a bachelor of science (b.sc.) In medical laboratory science or a bachelor of medical laboratory science (bmls) or its equivalent biological science degree obtained at a minimum of second class (upper division)
Must also be an associate or fellow of the medical laboratory science council of nigeria (aimls or fimls)
Have a minimum of 7 years post-graduation experience, of which 3 years would have been spent in a supervisory position in a reputable company.
Not be more than 45 years old.

Only suitable candidates need to apply for these roles. Details for

METHOD OF APPLYING
Interested applicants should apply to:
The Manager, Manpower Planning & Resourcing, through ANY
of the following addresses:

NIGERIA LNG LIMITED
C & C TOWERS
PLOT 1684,
SANUSI FAFUNWA ST
VICTORIA ISLAND
PMB 12774
LAGOS

NIGERIA LNG LIMITED
AMADI CREEK
INTEGRATED SERVICE BASE
OFF EASTERN BYE-PASS
PORT HARCOURT
RIVERS STATE

NIGERIA LNG LIMITED
PLANT COMPLEX
BONNY ISLAND
RIVERS STATE

NIGERIA LNG LIMITED
ABUJA LIAISON OFFICE
8TH FLOOR
CHURCHGATE TOWERS
CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT
ABUJA

Forwarding their handwritten applications, photocopies of their credentials and
detailed curriculum vitae with full details of contact address (not P. O. Box)
indicating a well-known street or bus stop and possibly telephone numbers. The
reference number of the position applied for should be clearly indicated at the top
left-hand corner of the envelope.

The curriculum vitae should be formatted in the order listed below:
* SURNAME
* FIRST NAME/INITIALS
* DATE OF BIRTH
* AGE
* STATE OF ORIGIN
* SEX
* MARITAL STATUS
* CONTACT ADDRESS (NOT P.O.BOX)
* TELEPHONE NUMBER
* E-MAIL ADDRESS
* INSTITUTION (S) ATTENDED WITH-DATES
* DEGREE (S) OBTAINED WITH DATES
* CLASS OF DEGREE
* PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE
* REFEREES