We are an independent, professional non-profit company established in 2008 that supports innovation in order to create better access to formal financial services and a more inclusive financial sector in Nigeria. We focus on three key areas:
Creating and disseminating credible market information on the Nigerian financial sector
Supporting projects which will augment the development of Innovative Inclusive Financial Services for the unbanked and under-banked through our Innovation Fund
Engaging in policy related advocacy and catalyzing the banking industry to promote financial inclusion
To complement our existing team of professionals, we are seeking to fill the following vacancies:
OPERATIONS MANAGER
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
A minimum of seven years experience in Admin, Finance and HR (operations) within a structured corporate organisation. Experience of donor funded operations in an international environment is an advantage.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The main focus of the job is to manage all administrative related functions for the company and ensure maximum efficiency across the company’s operations. Reporting to the CEO, the Operations Manager will be responsible for:
Operations and Office Management
Planning, analysing and organising office operations to ensure maximum efficiency enabling EFlnA to meet its deadlines, within budget and to our high quality standards
Reviewing and implementing new operational systems and processes, including reporting and filing systems
Developing and implementing an efficient project monitoring and reporting system for all projects to ensure compliance with overall objectives and deadlines
Managing our human resource supervision, including staff training, recruitment and facilitating team building session
Admin and Finance
Compiling quarterly work plans for all employees.
Supervising the EFlnA finance and admin team to ensure maximum operational effectiveness
Managing procurement and renewing contracts with suppliers and contractors for specialized operational services (office and equipment maintenance, ICT, insurance, utility companies, etc.)
Managing financial systems, including implementing a standardized expense claims process, ensuring that EFInA’s financial policies, procedures and controls are aligned with the donors requirements and providing assistance during annual audits, in conjunction with the Finance Department
KEY QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIRED
A degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, Economics or related field is required
A Masters degree or similar professional certification will be an added advantage
At least seven years working experience in finance, procurement and administration, preferably in an international environment
Fully conversant with policies, procedures and regulations of donor-funded programmes
Proficient in Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, Power point, Access, Project)
Familiarity with the accounting reporting software Tally 9 will be an advantage
Excellent communication (verbal and written)
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to multitask and work independently towards meeting tight deadlines within a multi-cultural team
Self starter with an enterprising attitude who is able to motivate a team
High ethical standards
COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER:
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
A minimum of five years experience in communication and information management, journalism/publishing, marketing and/or PR, preferably in a corporate environment. Prior experience in the financial sector will be an advantage.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The main focus of this job is to provide assistance in developing EFInA’s PR strategy, to increase brand and product awareness and creatively design and disseminate our research and other information on EFInA’s activities to key stakeholders in the financial sector. The Communications Officer will also act as EFInA’s internal editor for all research, publications, and reports. Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the Programme Manager and Policy Specialist, the Communications Officer will:
Liaise with EFInA’s appointed PR agency to ensure the successful implementation of the EFInA’s branding and communications strategy
Plan, design, implement and follow-up on PR• and communications campaigns on EFInA’s Innovation For a and workshops
Maintain and further develop EFInA’s databank of industry contacts, associations and partners
Develop and manage the directory of consultants for specialised financial sector innovation
Regularly update EFInA’s website
Prepare and regularly update a presentation pack for dissemination at external workshops and conferences
Analyse and interpret complex research data generated by EFInA for industry specialists as well as for the general public
Occasionally participate in EFInA research activities, surveys, etc.
Act as the EFInA internal editor and quality controller, reviewing layout and proof-reading all reports, publications and documents to meet our high quality standards .
Provide support to colleagues on all PR related activities
KEY QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIRED
A degree in English, Finance, Journalism, Social sciences or related field and impeccable mastery of the English language (reading and summarising, creative writing, formulation, interpretation) is required
A Master’s degree or relevant professional certification will be an added advantage
At least five years of working experience in communication, information management, journalism/publishing, marketing and/or PR; preferably in a corporate environment
Proven ability to skillfully develop and manage relationships with a diverse audience
Good knowledge of media tools and basic research concepts
Excellent inter-personal and organizational skills, able to work independently and error-free towards short deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Self-driven, creative and very organised individual who is able to prioritise tasks to ensure high-quality deliverables for different stakeholders
Excellent planning, organisational and time- management skills
Good decision making capacity and interpersonal skills
High ethical standards
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Qualified candidates should email a cover letter explaining their suitability for the relevant position, a CV and three references to: cvs@senceworld.com Kindly state the title of the job you are applying for in the subject line of your email.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
CLOSING DATE: 29th October, 2010. (5pm)
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