Recruitment in Crescent University

Crescent University, Abeokuta Recruiting

PREAMBLE
In consonance with Crescent University Law, the Governing Council wishes to appoint a Vice-Chancellor and Deputy Vice-Chancellor effective from 3rd January. 2011


Crescent University, Abeokuta was established in 2005 by the enabling.Law of Federal Republic of Nigeria for the advancement of learning AND establishment of academic excellence. The University caters for students enrolled in full-time levels.

A summation of CUA objectives, is given, as to create opportunities for deserving candidates to further their education by providing programmes of studies that will give them skills, which will enable them develop their full potentials. AND make them well-rounded scholars imbued with the fear of God, AND useful members of the Society. Crescent University Abeokuta is also poised to, meet the specific manpower needs of Ogun State, as well as, undertake any other activities, appropriate for a University of the highest standard.

Crescent University Abeokuta is reputed for high standards, which it has maintained over the years. The University Abeokuta has accreditation ofthe National Universities Commission.

The University has also over the years maintained a consistent level of excellence in various disciplines in Natural and Applied Sciences, Information and Communication Technology as well as Social and Management Science.

THE JOB
The Enabling Law of Crescent University Abeolmta provides that the Vice-Chancellor shall:
- Exercise general supervision over the University;
- Have a general responsibility to the Council, for maintaining AND promoting the efficiency AND good order of the University;
- Ensure that the provision of thestatutes AND Reglations are observed;
- Be the chairman of University Senate, which is the hioghest decision marking body for all Academic matters (i.e students’ admissions, examinations AND graduation, estabilishment of new Acadmic programmes etc in the University: AND.
- Have responibility for maintaining discipline in the University.

The Job demands a person who can harness limited financial, resources to full effect, in running the University AND who is able to attract grants from financing bodies, especially International Donor Agencies. The Candidate should be able to cope adequately with varying needs of staff AND students AND emerging contemporary problems, especially those that are related to social life of students, in an increasingly dynamic AND Urban University.

THE POST OF VICE-CHANCELLOR, CRESCENT UNIVERSITY, ABEOKUTA

The Vice-Chancellor is a Principal Officer, as well as the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Academic Officer AND Chief Image Maker of the University.
The Vice-Chancellor will, therefore, be expected to have a deep understanding of the terrain AND operations of the University. AND provide Strategic Vision AND Leadership, to proper Crescent University, Abeokuta, Ogun State as a foremost University in Nigeria, with worldwide recognition. The Vice-Chancellor will have to play a pivotal role, in taking Crescent University to higher pedestal.

THE CANDIDATE
It will be the duty of the Vice-Chancellor, to ensure that standard does NOT fall in ALL Academic programmes especially in pwgrammes in which the University is highly reputed, AND also that relatively new programmes attain enviable standards, such that ACCREDITATION granted toAcademic programmes are sustained.

The criteria to be met by candidate for the post of Vice-Chancellor of Crescent University. Abeokuta are that the candidate:
- Should hold a Doctomte Degree AND should be an experienced Professor with several years of Teaching AND Research in a University,or Institution of comparable status;
- Must have a proven track record of University Administration AND Management, as well as proven evidence of Leadership qualities;
- Must be a Visionary Leader, capable of leading and inspiring a spiritually upright University community and moving the University into prominence;
-Must have National AND International exposure beyond Academics AND be a distinguished world-elass personality;
-Must be a. go – getter AND Must see fund-raising as a major strategy, for sustaining the autonomy of the University.

TENURE
The appointment is for a TERM of four (4) Years, AND RENEWABLE for a second. Term of four (4)
Remuneration for the Vice-Chancellor includes a consolidated salary, hOllsing facility AND other benefits AND allowances, that apply to Vice- Chancellors in Nigerian Universities.

CONDITION OF SERVICE
The appointment is for a TERM of four [4] Years, AND RENEWABLE for a second term of four [4] Years ONLY

THE POST OF THE DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (DVe) is to assist the Vice-Chancellor (VC) in the day-to-day management of the University. The DVC shall act in place ofthe VC when the office of the VC is vacant or if the VC is, for any reason (including ill-health and other matters occasioning absence from the precincts orthe University) unable to perform his functions as the Vice-Chancellor.

THE PERSON
The criteria to be met by candidate for the post of Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Crescent University, Abcokutaare that the candidate:
[i] Should hold a Doctorate Degree AND should be an experienced Professor with seven’ll years of Tea ching AND Research in a University, or Institution of comparable status;
[ii] Should command high intellectual respect of his colleagues;
[iii] Must have a proven track record ofUnivcrsity Administration AND Management, as well as proven evidence of Leadership qualities;
[iv] Must be a Visionary Leader, capable of leading and inspiring a spiritually upright University community and moving the University into prominence;
[vJ Must have National AND International exposure beyond Academics AND be a distinguished worId-class personality;
[vi] Must be a go – getter AND.’ Must see fund-raising as a major strategy, for sustaining the autonomy ofthe University.

THE POSITION: UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN
The University Librarian shall be responsible to the Vice-Chancellor for the administration ofthe University Library and co-ordination of management of the Library Services in the University

THE PERSON
The suitable applicant should be highly knowledgeable and experienced in the management of library systems ofhigher institutions especially the University. Such person should be visionary, innovative, have capacity for their work and be ready to expeditiously deliver results. The University Librarian should possess require skills to manage and furthcr develop an ICT oriented Library.

QUALIFICATION
The appointment should possess a good doctorate degree and at least 10 years post qualification experience in a university library or related or relevant instituion 5 of which must in a higher management positions.

The appointment is for a TERM of four [4] Years. AND RENEWABLE for a second. term of four Years ONLY

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Candidates should apply with fifteen [15] copies, of their detailed Curriculum Vitae [CV], providing information on the following:
[A]Full Name.
[B]place AND Date of Birth.
[C] Marital Status: Number AND Ages of children. [D] Academic qualifications [degrees with classes: copies of certificates to be enclosed). [E]Teaching, Research, Administrative AND Managerial experience
[F) Academic Distinctions.
[G] Membership of Academic AND Professional Bodies
[H] Scholarly Publications [well referenced].
[I] Vision for the University in the .next four [4] Years. [NOT more than 1000 words OR a minimum of 600 words). (Applicable only to the VC)
[J] Names AND Addresses of three (3) Referees, who should be able to attest to the candidate’s standing AND abilities academically, AND managerially, as well as morals, character AND integrity.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION
ALL applications are to-be submitted under Confidential COVER, AND addressed to: The Registrar AND Secretary to Council, Registrar’s Office, Administration Wock II, Crescent University, Abeokuta Ogun State NOT later than 20th December 2010

SHORT LISTED CANDIDATES
Short listed candidates will be required to make themselves available for interview, with the Joint Council AND Senate Selection Committee, at a DATE that will be duly AND formally conveyed to such candidates in writing.

OANDO Graduate Training Programme (GTP) 2010/2011

Oando Graduate Trainee Programme (GTP)
Developing tomorrow's leaders...today

The Graduate Training Programme is designed to develop tomorrow’s leader and equip them with the right professional and soft skills required to survive in the dynamic business world.

Subsequent to a highly competitive selection process: shortlisted candidates will undergo a structured, broad-based training programme involving both formal and on the job learning. At the end of the programme, successful candidates will be considered for permanent positions within the company

Requirements:

Prospective candidates will be professional, passionate, ambitious and able to demonstrate a high level of integrity. They will be team players, who exhibit a high level of respect and must possess the following:

    * Bachelor or Master Degree with minimum of Second Class Upper Division (2:1) in any discipline
    * NYSC Discharge Certificate
    * Minimum of 5 B’s and 2 C’s in WASC, SSCE or GCE ‘O’ in one sitting, which must include Mathematics and English.

Age:

Not more than 25 years as of the 31st December 2010

The programme is open only to graduates who obtained their Bachelor’s degree in the last four years.

to apply, use this link:
http://www.findajobinafrica.com/findajobinafrica/OANDOGTPRegistration.jsp

Applied Engineering Technology Initiative Recruits Workshop Technicians in Nigeria

Applied Engineering Technology Initiative, AETI (a subsidiary of the Michael Stevens Consulting) is established to meet the present day technical capacity development requirements of companies in the manufacturing, engineering services and telecommunication industries.


AETI is recruiting for Workshop Technicians

Job Title: Workshop Technicians

Location: Lagos

Job Description/Requirements:
- OND in Mechanical Engineering or the equivalent
- Minimum of 2 years hands on experience

Skills Required:
- Perform repair, maintenance and related service work ON HEAVY DUTY EQUIPMENT E.G Truck,forklift,cranes etc
- Install bearings & sprockets on transmission shafts etc
- Ability to Dismantle heavy duty equipment and identify faulty parts for replacement
- Comply with safety standards at all times
- Able to read technical drawings in order to assemble machine parts
- Assist the Workshop supervisor to accomplish scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, and performs intermediate maintenance inspections, services, and repairs on all ground equipment directly supporting aircraft maintenance.

Application Deadline: 29th November, 2010

Method of Application
Send your application and CV to aetinigeria@gmail.com

KMLG Recruits: Help Desk Supervisor

KPMG Nigeria: Recruits Help Desk Supervisor
Friday, November 19, 2010 10:33 AM Posted by Admin
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KPMG operates as an international network of member firms offering Audit, Tax and Advisory services. We provide multidisciplinary professional services to both local and international organizations within the Nigerian business community.


We are recruiting for a Help Desk Supervisor, who will deliver excellent and value-added services to our clients.

Job summary:

* The position of the Help Desk Supervisor coordinates the daily work of the Help Desk Team and provides technical and business leadership, guidance and support to the team
* Take ownership of all software deployment projects including patch management and management of KPMG IT assets inventory.

Skills required

* Functional competencies:

* Experience in people management
* Decision making abilities
* Issue resolution abilities
* Service management skills (ITIL certification would be an advantage)
* Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) or similar certifications will be of significant advantage.
* Project management skills
* Ability to understand and work in a complex technical processing environment through use of sophisticated and leading edge tools
* Proficiency in use of Operating system deployment tools (Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager)
* Results driven
* Strong analytical skills
* Ability to meet deadlines and targets
* Clear communication in English, both verbal and written
* Superior customer service skills
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Ability to lead a team
* Continuous improvement mentality
* Adaptable to change
* Ability to work in a fast pace, high pressure work environment

* Technical competencies:

* Professional competencies:

Others:

* At least 5 years working experience in helpdesk environment
* At least 2 years supervisory experience
* Ability to write documentation to describe program development, logic, coding and corrections.
* Enthusiasm, can-do attitude
* Good relationship building skills.
* Good customer service/relationship skills
* Excellent communication skills; written and verbal.
* Patience in resolving problems and supervising subordinates.
* Ability to carry out duties in a well-organised and proactive manner.
* Ability to perform effectively under pressure.
* Detailed knowledge of Standard IT Service delivery methodology

Detailed duties and responsibilities

1. Helpdesk Supervision

* Direct the activities of a 5- person helpdesk team ensuring proper distribution of workload and monitoring escalations till resolution.
* Provide project management coordination/assistance to the helpdesk team for all deployment projects, ensuring projects are completed within agreed business timelines.
* High priority incidents and ensure resolution or upward escalations and incident management within agreed business SLA’s.
* Provide on-the-job training to team members.
* Develop technical user documentation.

1. Asset Management

* Ensure all IT assets are accounted for and records entered into central asset database.
* Monitor spares availability.
* Monitor maintenance availability for defective or damaged IT equipment.
* Mange external vendors.

1. Reporting

* Analyze helpdesk tickets to ensure SLA metrics are been met
* Provide reports for problem detection and management.
* Ensure maintenance of Helpdesk incident logging database
* Create report templates as required by the business.

1. Second Line Support

* Assist with incidents that have been escalated by first line support.
* Use tools available in order to solve escalated problems.
* Keep first line support function informed of delays and completion in the problem resolution process so that they can provide the client with status updates and feedback.
* Manage the Helpdesk database and liaise with clients on a regular basis, as the need requires.

How to Apply:

If you fit the above description, then take hold of your future and send your CV to careers@ng.kpmg.com . Please use the job title you are applying for as the subject when sending your CV.

Please note that deadline for all applications is 30th November 2010.