Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) Recruits

Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) is a foundation established to provide support for socio-economic development programmes in the Niger Delta. The foundation will be funding programmes in partnership with other donors from the public and private sector, seeking to create dynamic, multi-stakeholder partnerships that take full advantage of the synergies of involving diverse organisations and interests. The Economic Development Center (EDC) will generate opportunities for sustainable and equitable economic development in the Niger Delta. Applicants from any of the 9 states in the Niger Delta will be given a priority over other applicants
We particularly encourage application from women who are normally under-represented in the area. All applicants should indicate their state of origin on their CV.


JOB TITLE: IT ADMINISTRATOR
EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

A degree in Computer Science or a related field of study

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND EXPERIENCE
Excellent communications skills
Good knowledge of IT operating systems
Hands on experience of installing IT hardware and software
Good organizational skills
Good time management sk


RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure successful implementation of IT training programmes in the center
Support and maintain in-house computer systems. desktops and peripherals, this includes installing, diagnosing,
repairing, and upgrading all hardware and equipment while ensuring optimum workstation performance
Ensure excellent and quality service delivery in the cyber cafe,
Ensuring data is backed up on a regular basis
Overseeing computer security and anti-virus updates etc.
First port of call and initial troubleshooting of IT problems and resolving if possible
Overseeing file management on centralized resource (e,g, server) or on individual workstations
Keeping website updated (or liaising with whoever does this)
Keeping inventory of hardware and maintenance records
Achieve income target set for IT department

METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Please forward application and CV latest 25th October 2011 to: it@rhizomeng.com

JOB TITLE: FINANCIAL & ADMIN OFFICER

RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee all finance and accounting functions including, General Ledger, Fixed Assets, Accounts Payable. Accounts Receivable. Petty Cash, Bank Reconciliations, Budgeting. Asset Management( Variance and Accounts analysis; in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. financial policies and procedures. and all other applicable laws, rules and guidelines.
Prepare monthly financial statements, management accounts and cash flows
Prepare annual budgets and quarterly forecasts
Review and track performance by monitoring variance from plan, highlighting potential issues
Prepare year end statutory accounts

EDUCATION QUALIFICATION
A degree in Accounting

SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Excellent communications skills
Good organizational skills
Good time management skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Good computer skills (especially with database and accounting software)
Minimum of 5 years in Financial field

METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Please forward application and CV latest 25th October 2011 to: fa@rhizomeng.com

JOB TITLE: MARKET DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Research and analyze specific value chains and identify opportunities for catalyzing systemic change in the market system.
Develop, manage and execute market development projects that support growth for business initiatives
Identify major barriers for market development growth and layout strategies to overcome the issues
Analyse market opportunities and risks on a continuous basis
Facilitate the implementation of pilot projects to strengthen market systems through an ongoing engagement
with implementing partners and key market players
Sell the center's products and services by interacting with established clients and developing new prospects

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION:
A bachelors degree in Agriculture, Social Sciences Business Administration or a relevant field of study.
A Masters degree in a relevant field is an added advantage.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND EXPERIENCE
Good knowledge of market development with an in-depth understanding of the private sector
Ability to communicate with diverse levels of associates internally and externally in an articulate and professional manner
Excellent decision making and analytical skills I Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong negotiation skills
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Please forward application and CV latest 25th October 2011 to: md@rhizomeng.com

JOB TITLE: MONITORING & EVALUATION OFFICER

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinate monitoring and evaluation (M&E} activities of the Economic Development Centers (EDC) programmes
Work with implementing partners to develop and maintain performance for each project
Work with EDC partners to align M&E systems. procedures and reporting requirements
Coordinate collection. storage and consolidation of programme data
Plan and facilitate project and programme evaluations
Manage the numerous activities that will be required by PIND's pilot projects, and programmes it will support
Implement a series of monitoring and evaluation tools to help PIND and its beneficiaries gauge progress, and to communicate results to a broad range of stakeholders.


EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION:
A bachelors degree in Social Science or Business Administration.
A postgraduate degree in a relevant field is an added advantage

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND EXPERIENCE
A minimum of 5 years experience in coordinating monitoring & evaluation systems for development projects If Familiarity with M&E systems and practices
Familiarity with participatory methodologies for monitoring and evaluation preferred I Training in database development and maintenance preferred
Strong computer skills and familiarity with spreadsheet and database software

METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Please forward application and CV latest 25th October 2011 to: me@rhizomeng.com

JOB TITLE: BOOK KEEPER

RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain petty cash records and provide bookkeeping support to Finance Officer
Perform clerical/administrative functions
Entering all transactions in the center's accounting software
Banking of all cheques and cash as required
Processing monthly petty cash record and preparing cheque fortop-upofimprest
Filing of all accounting documentation
Maintaining all financial records and data accurately and within agreed systems,

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION:
A degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Social Sciences,


KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting techniques and procedures
Knowledge of computer-based accounting systems
Excellent numeracy and financial awareness
Attention to detail and accuracy
Good computer skills (especially with database and accounting software)
Minimum of 3 years experience in book keeping

METHOD OF APPLICATION:
Please forward application and CV latest 25th October 2011 to: bk@rhizomeng.com