Job Vacancies at ARM Life


ARM Life is the Insurance subsidiary of Asset & Resource Management Company Ltd (ARM). Its parent company, ARM is one of the largest non-bank financial services firms in Nigeria with a focus on asset management. Established in 1994, ARM started operations as a traditional asset management company specialising in the management of quoted equities and fixed income securities. We are recruiting to fill the vacant positions below:  
Job Title: Quality Assurance and Quality Control Associate  Location: Nigeria Job Summary
  • Ensures that the quality of all site installations is consistent with the company’s quality requirements as well as national and international standards and specifications, meeting customers’ satisfaction.
  • Key interactions: Agents and Representatives of Governmental agencies, Contractors, Senior Design Associate, Senior Procurement and Contracting Associate, Project Associates, Construction Associates.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities Managerial Responsibilities:
  • Implement the QA/QC management system at site
  • Coordinate with quality inspections with all the site sub contractors and vendors coordinate all non destructive testing on site.
  • Coordinate with the customers representative on all quality matters
  • Coordinate all receipt inspections
  • Distribute relevant QA/QC documentation to site subcontractors
  • Verify that the quality related site activities are in accordance with the applicable codes and standards
  • Participate in the site internal and external site audits
  • Coordinate all the quality site inspections through the site QC inspectors
  • Ensure all quality control documentation is complied with and completed for as-built hand over.
  • Control all non-conformance reports and undertake remedial action
  • Compete site quality control instructions and action remedial responses
  • Review the customers specification and undertake relevant training to Contractors or Subcontractors QC personnel.
  • Monitor the implementation of the approved site QC Plan
  • Complete and coordinate the approval of the sites QC technical submittals to the customer
  • Coordinate with the site construction manager on all quality issues, Coordinate and chair the QA/QC site weekly meetings with the projects subcontractors QC personnel
  • Elaborating inspection and test programs
  • Ensure that safety is strictly adhered to on site
  • Assure all technical documents relative to site quality control are current status
Technical / Other responsibilities:
  • Ensures the quality records, acceptance certificates, mechanical completion certificates and the documentation for specific systems and buildings/areas are prepared and collated in accordance with project requirements
  • Coordinate with the planning and scheduling department to ensure QA/QC milestone dates are understood.
  • Resolve any discrepancies between the completed milestone and quality documentation
  • Review suppliers inspection and test plans against the milestone scope of work
  • Coordinate with the commissioning team to define the scope of work
  • Assist the site subcontractors to compile QA/QC turnover dossiers
  • Provide QA/QC progress information for incorporation into project reports.
  • Consider the implications of delays in QC as-built turnover documentation and bring to the attention of the site Project manager
  • Monitor and control the status of punch list and exception lists relevant to quality dossiers
  • Coordinate any inconsistencies with test packages with the contractor or subcontractor field QC site inspectors.
Responsible for Completion and Handover for Operation:
  • Test-run each item before use, perform acceptance and hand over to end user;
  • Prepare equipment portfolio and user manual; co-ordinate with supplying contractors to organize operation training for the management and operation teams (if required)
Deliverables:
  • Progress Reports (Weekly, Monthly)
  • Contractor QA/QC performance evaluation Reports
  • Equipment portfolio and user manual
  • HSE administration and report
  • Store and material Receipt Quality Management reports
Time Allocation:
  • Time on Field/Technical -95%
  • Administrative-5%
KPI's Operations:
  • Violations to construction quality-a.) No. of quality Non Conformance Reports issued by the design team b) No. of issues raised by operations/sales team during the handover process (35%)
  • Violations to safety- No. of safety incidents which occurred on site during the year including a.) near misses b.) accidents c.) fatal accidents. (20%)
Reports:
  • Timeliness of reports-% submitted after set deadline (20%)
  • Quality of report-% reports that conform to the pre-assigned template (10%)
Management:
  • Co-ordinate relevant departments- Measured by an annual survey administered to the various team the employee regularly works with (5%)
  • Feedback - The annual average rating from 360-degree surveys launched (10%)
Requirements Skills:
  • Sounds understanding and interpretation of drawings. Quality control inspectors must understand blueprints, technical documents, and manuals which help ensure that products and parts meet quality standards.
  • Quality control inspectors must be able to use specialized tools and machinery when testing products.
  • Knowledge of basic math and computer skills are important because measuring, calibrating, and calculating specifications are major parts of quality control testing.
  • Because workers sometimes lift heavy objects, inspectors should be in good physical condition.
  • Knowledge of key processes and phases in construction (Structure, M&E, Finishing)
  • Proficient in creating and understanding a planning schedule and work break down structure
  • Very detailed knowledge of material, equipment, logistics, storage and security
  • Ability to make quick and tough decisions
  • Good communication skills
  • Strong ability to motivate, influence, negotiate and manage contractors
  • People management skills, to be able to instruct staff, deal with difficult staffing situations and maintain a productive, happy but disciplined working environment
  • Pro-active good at planning ahead as far as possible as the project progresses, checking back to plans/programmes regularly
  • Strong sense of achievement; able to drive projects forward, expects good standards of work, tenacious, and able to overcome barriers/ solve problems.
  • Organized, good at time management and prioritization of work
  • Good eye for detail, e.g. for seeing small points in drawings, checking work quality
  • Reliable, punctual and responsible
Experience and Education:
  • A good Engineering Degree or HND from reputable institution  plus Relevant professional QHSE Qualification.
  • 5+ years’ experience in Quality Control and Assurance Management  with a real-estate company
Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply for this Position
Application Deadline  30th December, 2017.
   
Job Title: Team Member, Brand Development & Management Location: Nigeria Job Summary
  • The ideal candidate will oversee the development and execution of the marketing strategy for Mixta;
  • He/she will also improve brand recognition and positive image for Mixta with target audiences;
  • Generate leads for the sales force through integrated marketing campaigns;
  • Help maximize customer profitability through best-in-class customer acquisition, retention and cross-selling strategies executed in conjunction with the sales teams.
  • Track and report the brand and marketing performance for designated business areas.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities Strategy and Planning:
  • Development and implementation of the Brand strategy.
  • Develop the marketing strategy for new and existing products
  • Develop and execute marketing strategies for new and existing customer segments
  • Prepare new product marketing plans for product introductions in cooperation with senior management colleagues in Finance, Real estate, Sales and Marketing.
  • Develop short- and long-term plans and budgets for the unit’s activities, monitor progress, assure adherence and evaluate delivery.
Brand and Campaign Management: Work with the team lead, brand development and management to:
  • Assist division unit head to develop brand management and marketing strategies and process suited to the needs of sales and real estate team, ensuring adherence to brand guidelines and brand regulatory compliance.
  • Assist the sales and real estate team in creating content documents according to brand guidelines. Edit commentary/interpretations of content experts and internal submissions.
  • Assist with monitoring and updating content submitted to the Mixta website for compliance with brand guidelines.
  • Ensure promotional activities are geared towards unlocking value and managing the performance of the business / brand in the marketplace.
  • Coordinate the development of marketing communications materials such as sales leaflets, annual reports, brochures, multimedia, etc.
  • Drive and coordinate media campaigns and other initiatives aimed at generating desired publicity/visibility for the business and its products.
  • Launch programs and provide relevant professional advice and support as appropriate.
  • Ensure brand management activities (e.g. events and sponsorships) are tailored towards specific target markets/products in line with the business overall strategic objectives.
  • Create and manage relationships with relevant parties aimed at projecting and creating the desired awareness for the Mixta business e.g. media houses.
  • Manage vendor relationships and ensure adherence to Service Level Agreements/NDAs, Image Proprietary Rights, Copyrights and Warranties.
  • Prepare and submit periodic reports on ongoing activity to the Unit Head.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by Head of Brand Management within the MCC
External Relationships:
  • Participate on relevant industry committees ensuring that the company has a high level of professional standing.
  • Establish a system of reports and communications for all information from the marketing team to the sales team and for feedback and request from the sales team to the marketing team.
  • Manage all partner agencies and other service providers.
Other Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree, preferably but not necessarily in Marketing
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in Marketing, CSR and corporate relations leadership roles, preferably in a Real Estate and Hospitality, Financial Services, FMCG, and Utility Payments
  • Membership of a relevant professional organization would be an advantage
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to spot original branding opportunities
  • Must possess an exceptional attention to detail.
  • Strong ability to make sound decisions and work independently to meet team objectives.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to clearly and confidently present strategies to cross-functional teams, senior management and vendors
  • Demonstrated skills, knowledge and experience in the design and execution of marketing, communications and public relations activities
  • Experience in the management of complex, multi-stakeholder projects and achieving goals on time and to budget
  • Able to act on and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills
  • Collaborative team player who feeds off goal setting and achievement
  • Ideal candidate will have retail channel, financial services experience.
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize, plan, and organize sales and partner activity.
  • Self-starter, self-motivated, and metrics-driven.
Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply for this Position
Application Deadline  4th December, 2017.
   
Job Title: Financial Advisor Location: Lagos Job Description
  • The financial adviser will be responsible for selling of insurance plans of ARM LIFE to customer around Lagos and its environs.
  • The financial adviser should be able to generate new clients with the existing clients the company is going to support him with.
 
How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's to: [email protected]