GE Africa Early Career Development Program 2014 in Abuja

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GE is recruiting to fill the position of:

Position Title: GE Africa Early Career Development Program - Nigeria

Job Number: 1997220
Location: Abuja
Business: GE Global Growth Organization

Role Summary/Purpose:

• The Early Career Development Program is a 12- month program designed to develop entry-level talent for GE businesses across Africa.
• The program purpose is to build expertise and leadership skills in specific areas of finance.
• The program includes classroom and online training. Candidates will undertake challenging assignments and benefit of exposure to GE senior leaders.

• As a key pipeline for future GE talent, the candidate will be required to provide support to the business in area of business intelligence support in developing opportunities in the Nigeria market.
• The candidate will conduct research activities from both published reports and the internet; and extract valuable information to develop the proposed library/repository.
• The candidate will be responsible for providing status updates on a project-by-project basis for both upcoming and ongoing projects, and providing relevant feedback to key stakeholders.
• Finally the candidate will assist in Supporting the Office of the CEO in providing thought leadership within the Nigeria Infrastructure space and coordinating GE Senior Leadership visits to Nigeria.
• This will involve market research, customer visits, data gathering and analysis; and presenting to stakeholders.
• The candidate will also help develop a team knowledge library and market intelligence repository.
• This will involve developing profiles for key market participants and competitors for both existing and new GE Nigeria businesses.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Marketing, Business Administration, Accounting sciences or related field ; GPA greater than or equal 3.0/4.0 overall;
• Authorized to work in one's country full time without restrictions; A valid NYSC discharge or exemption certificate will be required.
• Must have advanced to fluent level of English; ability to work in fast paced changing environment,
• Demonstrated team player;
• Confident self starter who has demonstrated drive; ability to independently prioritize multiple tasks and work to meet deadlines.

• Strong attention to detail ensuring timely follow-up and closure.
• Clear, concise and articulate communication skills - verbal, written and listening.
• Able to take on ad-hoc assignments and work flexible hours as required.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• High performer with a passion to achieve positive business results.
• Curiosity and desire to learn and expand skill set.
• Flexible, adaptable, and open to change.
• Ability to handle business sensitive information with the highest degree of integrity.
• Good organizational and efficiency skills;
• Experience working within a very busy environment where deadlines are clearly defined and must be met.
• Ability to prepare and deliver effective presentations.