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Population Council Jobs and Career
opportunities in Nigeria
The Population
Council is an international, non-profit, non-governmental
institution that seeks to improve the well-being and reproductive health
of current and future generations around the world and help achieve a
humane, equitable and sustainable balance between people and resources.
Due to expansion of its activities, the council is seeking qualified
individuals to fill the following positions in its Abuja and Lagos
offices:
1. Data Systems- Web Database/Application
developer:
Qualifications: The ideal candidate must have:
* Bachelors degree in communications or other relevant discipline
* 3-5 years of experience in web design, advanced knowledge of XHTML,
CSS, and of digital imaging and illustration with Adobe Photoshop
* Knowledge of Javascript, CSS, PHP and dynamic HTML; experience with
Macromedia Flash
* Knowledge and demonstrated experience with cross-browser and
cross-platform issues (IE, Firefox, Safari, etc)
* Formal training in desktop publishing applications, and photography
definite assets.
* Superior knowledge of current web-design trends and techniques, a
strong online portfolio displaying user-centred design, and experience
with web database solution definite assets,
* IT Expertise-excellent quantitative and computational skills
* Willingness to travel within the country and across the region on a
regular basis
* High degree of independence, creativity and commitment
* Ability to work in a team and to communicate in a clear way to provide
training to staff.
2. Program Officer
Qualifications: The ideal candidate must have:
* Bachelor's degree in relevant field. Masters in Health policy, Public
Administration, Public Health or Medical Sociology is an added
advantage.
* Minimum 5 years of relevant experience working in health related
development programs.
* Computer skills-knowledge of MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint required.
Strong analytical and communication skills, ability to write clearly and
succinctly under time pressure and to make well organized verbal
presentations.
* General knowledge of state and local governments and their respective
agencies.
* Willingness to travel within the country and across the region on a
regular basis.
3. Data Analyst (GIS):
Qualifications: the ideal candidate must have:
* Relevant degree (s) with a strong statistical principles, and
proficiency in data analysis
* Knowledge of database (GIS) is usually required
* Experience in statistical software application, database management,
Epidata, SPSS, STATA, spreadsheet development and automation, word
processing, graphic design,
* Level of IT expertise required with excellent quantitative and
computational skills
* Good reporting and presentation skills. Firm written expression
(scientific and commercial)
4. Regional Coordinator Commodity/Logistics:
Qualifications: The ideal candidate must have:
* B.Sc in a related field, Masters degree in management is an added
advantage
* Minimum 5 years previous experience with social marketing background
or in a similar field, with 3 or more years managing subordinate staff
* Previous NGO/public/private sector experience with international donor
regulations knowledge- on Logistics, central store supervision, supply
chain management and monitoring- an added advantage.
* Good communication & Interpersonal skills
* Ability to work with others and to develop and maintain compatibility
among project staff
* Computer skills- Use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
* Ability to work under high pressure of work
* Ability to travel within and outside Nigeria
MODE OF APPLICATION
1. Send an application letter (stating your current salary and salary
expectations) and resume (2 pages max) to
nigeria@popcouncil.org
by April 16, 2009.
2. Clearly state the position title for which you are applying and your
full names- starting with the surname first, then other names (e.g. Data
Analyst (GIS) - BEN, Joshua Ekong) - in the subject area of the email.
3. All attachments must be in pdf files.
Candidates who do not follow the above instructions will be
automatically disqualified. Multiple submissions will disqualify the
applicant.
Population council reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process
at any time. Only short listed candidates will be contacted. No phone
calls, please.
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