Latest Job Vacancies at Michael Stevens Consulting, December 2018

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Michael Stevens Consulting - We are a long established and well respected multi-disciplinary management and financial consulting firm with offices in several locations across Nigeria. We are currently recruiting to fill the vacant position below:     Job Title: Project Analyst Location: Lagos Job Descriptions What You Will Do:

• Support the production of adhoc analyses, data modeling and information requests
• Ensure that information and data is captured, documented, analyzed and reported in a results-based and timely manner
• With input from the Project Director and Program Managers, help produce high quality quarterly, mid-year and annual program progress reports as per contracting requirements
• Provide thorough progress reporting, continuous analysis of achievements, facilitate project review, evaluation and audits
• Ensure the maintenance of sound filing system and appropriate use and recording of all project experience, activities and results
• Assist all components of the programme in producing and documenting all kinds of programme related reports
• Undertake field visits to gather the information and results related to the programme
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Project Director as per need of the programme

Qualifications & Requirements Education:

• Bachelor's degree in any of the Social Sciences with a Master’s degree will be an advantage

Experience:

• Five years relevant working experience.
• S/he should have an extensive experience in financial analyses, communication, reporting, documentation and material preparation in relation to education and development fields.
• S/he should possess excellent writing, editing, and speaking skills.
• S/he should possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills Computer Skills:
• S/he must be an advanced user of MS Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Programming knowledge is a plus.

Functional Competencies:

• Remain open to change and ability to manage complexity
• Attention to detail and timeliness in delivering on commitments
• Ability to work and act under pressure and with discretion in a politically sensitive environment
• Demonstrate capacity to plan, prioritize and deliver tasks on time to meet goals in a high pressure environment
• Maturity and confidence in dealing with high ranking official of government institutions, international institutions and non- government institutions
• Respect and sensitivity towards cultural, gender, ethnicity and religious diversity

You Are Also

• Proactive - You don’t always need supervision and you are a self-starter. Your personal drive to succeed and deliver keeps you working when you may not have a supervisor with you.
• A detailed doer - You have a track record of getting things done. You’re organized and responsive. You take ownership of every idea you touch and execute it to a fine level of detail, setting targets, engaging others, and doing whatever it takes to get the job done. You can multi-task dozens of such projects at once and never lose sight of the details. Likely, you have some experience in a start-up or other rapid-growth company.
• A networking mastermind- You excel at meeting new people and turning them into advocates. You communicate in a clear, conscientious, and effective way in both written and oral speech. You can influence strangers in the course of a single conversation. Allies and colleagues will go to bat for your ideas.
• A creative problem-solver- Growing any business from scratch comes with massive and constant challenges. On top of that, Bridge works in volatile, low-resource communities and runs on fees averaging around $7 a month per pupil. You need to be flexible and ready to get everything done effectively, quickly, and affordably with the materials at hand.
• A customer advocate- Our customers – these families living on less than $2 a day per person – never leave your mind. You know them, get them, have shared a meal with them (or would be happy to in the future). You would never shrink back from shaking a parent’s hand or picking up a crying child, no matter what the person was wearing or looked like. Every decision you make considers their customer benefit, experience, and value.
• A malleable learner -You believe you can always do better. You welcome constructive criticism and provide it freely to others. You know you only get better tomorrow when others point out where you’ve missed things or failed today.

    Job Title: Chief Accountant Location: Lagos Job Description Finance/Finance:

• The vision of the department is to always be a valued business support providing high quality and timely financial services.

About the Role

• We are seeking a Chief Accountant who will be a critical member of our Finance team.
• This is a management position reporting directly to Finance Director; you will be expected to manage daily financial operations, supervise staff, build systems for solid business controls, and lead cash management and budgeting processes.

What You Will Do

• ERP system financial management and implementation
• Day to day management of ERP accounts and ledger activities
• Company financial reporting and financial analysis
• Supervision of Treasury operations
• Internal audits and external audit preparation
• Budgeting and cost management
• Lead the development, implementation and improvement of accounting and financial systems through design of tools, procedures and manuals that ensure ability of the finance function to cope with scale as the business expands
• Managing the financial aspects of Bridge’s relationship in Nigeria with DFID

What You Should Have

• Degree in Finance and professional Accounting qualifications (CPA/ACCA/CIMA)
• Tech savvy; familiar with Microsoft Office and ERP (specifically Dynamics NAV)
• Experience managing a team
• Worked with sponsors such as USAID, DFID or similar organization
• At least seven years' experience working in Finance
• Detail-oriented and data-driven approach to role
• Available at all hours to attend to work matters.

You’re also

• A detailed doer – You have a track record of getting things done. You’re organized and responsive. You take ownership of every idea you touch and execute it to a fine level of detail, setting targets, engaging others, and doing whatever it takes to get the job done. You can multi- task dozens of such projects at once and never lose sight of the details. Likely, you have some experience in a startup or social enterprise.
• A creative problem-solver – Growing any enterprise from scratch comes with massive and constant challenges. On top of that, Bridge works in often challenging, low-resource communities and runs on fees averaging just $6 a month per pupil. You need to be flexible and ready to get everything done effectively, quickly, and affordably with the materials at hand. Every dollar you spend is a dollar our customers, who live on less than $2 a day, will have to pay for.
• A customer advocate – Our customers – these families living on less than $2 a day per person – never leave your mind. You know them, get them, have shared a meal with them (or would be happy to in the future). Every decision you make considers their customer benefit, experience, and value.
• A life-long learner – You believe you can always do better. You welcome constructive criticism and provide it freely to others. You know you only get better tomorrow when others point out where you’ve missed things or failed today.

    Job Title: Customer Insight Coordinator Location: Lagos Job Description

• Seeking a research coordinator to be in charge of ensuring that all data collection, data syncing and report writing work is done in accordance with the protocols, coordinating with the Research Manager in assignment of field work duties to the Research
• Associates and Assistants among other roles assigned form time to time.

What You Will Do

• Preparation of maps and other data collection materials for PSR, neighborhood and all types of surveys
• Coordinating and managing with various field teams and assist in resolving of any issues that may arise in the field
• Identifying RA training needs and assisting to organize for the same
• In conjunction with research manager review all the protocols to ensure they meet the current research requirements
• Checking through maps and other available data to suggest new research areas
• Be involved in data quality control activities both in the field and in the office
• Provide guidance and direction to the RAs on data collection, data entry and data quality
• Review both the quantitative data and the qualitative reports for various research activities
• Ensure that all research reports are written in an accurate and timely fashion
• Ensure the sharing of the necessary information generated by research with other departments that require it
• In conjunction with research manager address any queries that are raised concerning the research reports
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of research tools, protocols and processes
• Recognizing Bridge is a growing organization and being involved in any other research or related field

What You Should Have

• Bachelor's Degree in Sociology, Demography, Anthropology, Statistics or other related Social Science field
• Over 2 years' experience in conducting field research in a fast paced or rapidly growing commercial organization with multiple departments where the use of technology solutions was a key strategy.
• Experience coordinating or managing a team of staff, preferably remotely or field based
• Experience working in slums, informal settlements and in rural areas
• Proficiency in Advanced Excel modeling
• Experience providing guidance to data collection and data entry teams
• Experience using Excel for data entry, data manipulation and analysis
• Experience using statistical analysis tools (SAS, STATA and SPSS)
• Very good at interpreting and using maps for research work
• Experience in use of PDA, net books or other related device for research
• Automated analysis of data to quickly identify key metrics
• Systematized rating system for new potential plots
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Self driven and able to work with very minimum supervision
• Able to work in fast paced environment and able to prioritize work

You’re also

• A detailed doer - You have a track record of getting things done. You’re organized and responsive. You take ownership of every idea you touch and execute it to a fine level of detail, setting targets, engaging others, and doing whatever it takes to get the job done. You can multi- task dozens of such projects at once and never lose sight of the details. Likely, you have some experience in a startup or social enterprise.
• A creative problem-solver - Growing any enterprise from scratch comes with massive and constant challenges. On top of that, Bridge works in often challenging, low-resource communities and runs on fees averaging just $6 a month per pupil. You need to be flexible and ready to get everything done effectively, quickly, and affordably with the materials at hand. Every dollar you spend is a dollar our customers, who live on less than $2 a day, will have to pay for.
• A customer advocate - Our customers - these families living on less than $2 a day per person – never leave your mind. You know them, get them, have shared a meal with them (or would be happy to in the future). Every decision you make considers their customer benefit, experience, and value.
• A life-long learner - You believe you can always do better. You welcome constructive criticism and provide it freely to others. You know you only get better tomorrow when others point out where you’ve missed things or failed today.

  Application Deadline 12th December, 2018.     Job Title: Van Sales Representative Location: Lagos Job Summary

• The Van Sales Representative is to ensure that the company’s products are visible and properly merchandise in all relevant sales outlets in the assigned route.

Main Responsibilities

• To achieve direct load out and redistribution of stocks from distributors’ warehouse to retail outlets within assigned Routes
• To achieve effective coverage of retail outlets in assigned Routes.
• To establish, maintain and expand sales/outlet base by continually recruiting new outlets weekly.
• To effectively execute Sales drivers/objectives in all covered outlets.
• Sales strictly on Cash basis
• Collect data and cash reconciliation
• Ensure value chain compliance and implementation

Job Requirements

• Minimum Required Experience: 2 -3years
• Minimum Qualification: OND/NCE in any field
• Desired Courses: Not Specified

Other Requirements:

• NCE /OND/HND/B.Sc with 2-3 years Sales Rep experience
• Ideal candidate must be able to drive with a valid driver's license
• Basic Communication Skills (verbal, written)
• Basic arithmetic and cash reconciliation skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to maintain your enthusiasm and energy on the job is essential
• Ideal candidates must be resident in Lagos

Remuneration Basic Salary N25, 000 plus N25, 000 Commission     Job Title: Van Sales Representative Location: Port-Harcourt, Rivers Job Summary

• The Van Sales Representative is to ensure that the company’s products are visible and properly merchandise in all relevant sales outlets in the assigned route.

Main Responsibilities

• To achieve direct load out and redistribution of stocks from distributors’ warehouse to retail outlets within assigned Routes
• To achieve effective coverage of retail outlets in assigned Routes.
• To establish, maintain and expand sales/outlet base by continually recruiting new outlets weekly.
• To effectively execute Sales drivers/objectives in all covered outlets.
• Sales strictly on Cash basis
• Collect data and cash reconciliation
• Ensure value chain compliance and implementation

Job Requirements

• Minimum Required Experience: 2 -3years
• Minimum Qualification: OND/NCE in any field
• Desired Courses: Not Specified

Other Requirements:

• NCE /OND/HND/B.Sc with 2-3 years Sales Rep experience
• Ideal candidate must be able to drive with a valid driver's license
• Basic Communication Skills (verbal, written)
• Basic arithmetic and cash reconciliation skills
• Attention to detail and the ability to maintain your enthusiasm and energy on the job is essential
• Ideal candidates must be resident in Port-Harcourt or willing to relocate.

Remuneration Basic Salary N40, 000 plus Incentives (the incentives is more than the salary)   Application Deadline 14th December, 2018.     How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and Profile Link for the vacant job position to: [email protected]   Note: Your "Profile Link" is important for this role.

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