Ongoing Recruitment at Alan & Grant, 29th January, 2020

Alan & Grant – Our work is focused on creating innovative HR and Organizational Development Solutions aimed at Performance Improvement & Business Growth. We currently serve clients across various sectors of the Economy in from locations in Jos, Port Harcourt and Lagos.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Finance Manager

Location: Lagos
Industry: NGO/Social Services
Job Type: Full Time

Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct the operation of the accounting and financial systems of the association.
• Analyze the accounting procedures at periodic intervals to determine efficiency and adherence to the financial controls in effect, proposing changes or improvements in operations when necessary.
• Provide the required financial information to the General Manager, Board of Directors, auditors, and A/OPR/CR correctly and on time.
• Supervise other financial personnel and review work to ensure proper posting and control of accounting records.
• Ensure association compliance with both U.S. federal and Nigerian federal and local employment tax requirements.
• Direct and assist in the preparation, review for accuracy, submission, and distribution of monthly financial statements and reports.
• Audit the association’s bills and prepare documen­tation for payment.
• Maintain the General Ledger, with the various departments classified.
• Review the perpetual inventory records for accuracy.  Assist General Manager with the monthly inventories, and review the inventory taken by others.  Maintain and control fixed assets and inventories.  Make proper deprecia­tion deductions.
• Oversee all banking procedures, which include petty cash and fund accounts, maintain the check register, prepare the checks for payment of all association obligations, and verify accuracy in the payment of wages to employees.
• Ensure that proper accounting and financial internal controls are implemented when and if any accounting and financial procedures are automated.
• Attend weekly Management team meetings and provide input on financial matters.
• Attend meetings of the Board of Directors and submit monthly financial reports.
• Provide input to the Board on the financial stability and health of the association.
• Work with the Treasurer of the Board of Directors on financial issues and report anything outside of the monthly reports to him/her.
• Direct the finances of the association and initiate the methods and procedures that will result in the financial position desired by the Board of Directors.
• Work with the General Manager to ensure nonscheduled or unannounced cash counts of all petty cash and fund accounts are being conducted at least once per month by the Board Treasurer or other Board member and irregularities and variances are noted.  There should also be a periodic updating of the signatures of the fund holders.
• Work with the General Manager to ensure that all financial statements and reports are prepared and submitted on time and the information contained therein has been verified as correct.
• Work with the General Manager to prepare and submit a budget to the Board of Directors for approval and ensure all efforts are being made to operate within its limits, all variances are noted and verified.
• Work with the General Manager to schedule and make sure that an independent audit is being performed at least once per year, and that attempts to comply with the recommendations are being instituted and a copy of the report and compliance measures are forwarded to A/OPR/CR.
• Develop a sound internal control system to deter employee and customer theft, track inventory and funds, and to provide overall safeguards of all of the association assets.
• Work with the Management team to inventory all non‑expendable equipment at least annually.  Create a schedule for physical inventories and ensure that it is adhered to for all expendable equipment, supplies, and merchandise.  In addition, install an inventory control system and make sure that is operating in the proper manner, with periodic spot checks being conducted for accuracy and compliance.
• Work with the Management team to create a register to maintain on the sale of luxury items (such as tobacco, perfume, liquor products, or other goods subject to black marketing/pilferage) and these same items are monitored for unusually large or frequent purchases.
• Ensure that the association is in compliance with its own procurement policy and good standard procurement procedures.
• Do other tasks as directed by the General manager and/or Board of Directors for the wellbeing and effective operation of the Associations.

Requirements
Education, Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics
• A Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Minimum of 5-7 years relevant work experience with reporting/forecasting /data analysis/financial modelling
• High level of proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, and financial software
• Deliverable-focused with a strong work ethic and able to prioritize/work independently
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively and build relationships with various business partners across all levels of management
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify and resolve issues
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and be flexible to handle multiple priorities

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: AgricBusiness Manager

Location: Jos, Plateau
Industry: FMCG/Foods/Beverage
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description

• Candidate will oversees the whole business from the planning, to carrying out duties and responsibilities that are needed, analyse, supervise and figure out marketing strategies. Apply principles of global Agricbusiness on soil, cultivation and harvesting farm product and management.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures integrated soil management techniques to improve soil fertility and function for crop production
• Maintain Pre-production techniques for site selection and land preparation related to the soil, water, chemicals, nutrients, air, waste disposal etc.
• Control production processes related to fertigation and pesticide spray schedules, water and nutrient management (irrigation schedule), planting material, storage and handling of agro- and non-agro chemicals etc.; germination test, plant spacing, weed control, fertilizer application
• Examine and evaluate options for appropriate harvesting, handling, storage and transportation techniques covering timely harvest, containers and materials, buildings and structures, cleaning and sanitation, animal and pest control, personal hygiene, produce treatment, storage and transport safety and quality
• Develop extension tools and systems that will raise awareness amongst farmers of consumers’ expectations and safety concerns
• Develop extension tools and systems that will improve access to practical, farmer-friendly information and resources
• Provide recommendation for risk reduction with monoculture activities and crop divarication linking to nutrition improvement, value addition and efficient utilisation of farm utilisation
• Prepare and submit period progress reports as required

Requirements

• Minimum 4-5years relevant experience in agricBusiness in the context of mechanisation, farming systems or related field
• Minimum of BSc/HND in Agriculture or relevant field
• Solid understanding of interconnectivity of crop production and livestock
• Experience in farming system approach and communication systems to farmers
• Good knowledge on climatology for agriculture and water resources, soil physics, agricultural environment and forest sciences
• Proven track record in planning, implementing, and promoting farm projects
• Hands on approach to work, with the ability to deliver on deadlines in a fast-paced and fast-changing environment, with minimal or no supervision
• Good oral and written communication and interpersonal skill
• Strong analytical and management skills, including sound knowledge of strategic planning and project management tools;
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office products Word, Excel and other relevant software and tools
• Drive, motivation and ability to consistently achieve results in a fast-paced environment.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Lead

Location: Abuja
Industry: NGO/Social Services

Job Description

• The Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Advisor will be assigned to work with the Office of the Vice President to develop a monitoring, evaluation and learning system for the Project for Agriculture Coordination and Execution (PACE) secretariat, the NLTP and the GI and ensure that indicators capture the desired outcomes across the three areas.
• In line with advisory MEL practices and approaches, the Advisor is expected to monitor the overall implementation of the programme as articulated in the Partnership Agreement/final proposal.
• The role will require travel across Nigeria, and potentially to a few international locations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop a suitable, adaptive monitoring, evaluation and learning system for the PACE secretariat, the NLTP and the GI and ensure that indicators capture the desired outcomes across the three areas
• Develop baseline survey / incorporate existing available data to ascertain a baseline from which to measure change in indicators
• Work with the Programme Manager to ensure all internal and external reporting requirements are met with timely, relevant, triangulated and well analysed data
• Work with key implementing states to monitor their progress, evaluate their performance and learn
• Ensure that data collection methodologies used at field level are adapted for each local environment / state, enabling the site-specific data to be captured and analysed
• Ensure that verifiable, quantitative and qualitative data is routinely collected and analysed by the state teams for NLTP and the private center service operators and shared shared with relevant stakeholders
• Ensure that all assessment/evaluation reports promote the integration of recommendations and lessons learnt in project planning
• Seek opportunities for information sharing and learning exchanges with local actors/INGOs to promote coordination at local and national level
• Provide technical supervision of the field-based activities through regular contact, field visits and meetings.
• Work with key funding partners to share and manage learning experiences
• Work with the organization’s Advisory MEL team to manage evaluation process to ensure programmatic and strategic relevance. Flag risks, bottlenecks and issues to relevant decision makers
• On a quarterly basis review the theory of change with related results frameworks of the programme for use as a management tool

Requirements
Experience, Qualification and Skills:

• A relevant University degree
• At least 8 years of MEL experience on a programme, complex project or institution
• Ability to develop clear MEL frameworks that result in delivery of outcomes
• Demonstrated strong monitoring and evaluation skills, including data monitoring and planning/participating in evaluations
• An understanding of the agricultural sector and market systems
• Ability to write clear and effective assessment and project reports
• Ability to work both in an advisory and a hands-on implementation capacity
• Ability to facilitate/conduct technical trainings for staff
• Experience contributing to successful funding proposals for donors would be an asset
• Politically and culturally sensitive with qualities of patience, tact and diplomacy
• Ability to manage shifting priorities with flexibility and accuracy
• Hands on approach to work, with the ability to deliver on deadlines in a fast-paced and fast-changing environment, with minimal or no supervision
• Exceptional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective inter-personal and leadership skills with an ability to develop and foster relationships across a wide range of diverse and senior stakeholders
• Ability to operate and succeed in a highly political environment;
• Strong analytical and management skills, including sound knowledge of strategic planning and project management tools;
• Ability to use own initiative and actively look for opportunities to have an impact rather than simply be reactive
• A decent understanding of how governments, businesses and international development organisations operate and how to succeed in them
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office products Word, Excel and PPT and other relevant  software and tools
• Drive, motivation and ability to consistently achieve results in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience of living and working in developing countries is desirable but not essential.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Delivery Advisor

Location: Abuja

Job Description

• The Delivery Advisor will be assigned to work with the Office of the Vice President to support it to establish the secretariat and to ensure it becomes fully functional and effective
• The role will work with and report to the Lead Delivery Advisor as well as working closely with the rest of the team particularly the experts to implement the two flagships at the state level.
• The role will ensure that at the state level, there are strong management systems and practices in the state teams, identifying any capacity gaps to ensure a highly effective team focused on the implementation and coordination of the two flagship programmes.
• The role will require travel across Nigeria, and potentially to a few international locations such as Brazil.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provision of flexible, adaptive management support to the state teams and to key officials in the Office of the Vice President and State Governments, including through coaching and on-the-job mentoring. This requires building a strong trusted working relationship with the Programme leads at the state level to allow for constructive challenge in a suitable manner, particularly on issues of state team management and effectiveness.
• Support the state programme leads to develop and implement a politically smart strategy to oversee and coordinate the implementation of the flagships.
• Support the state programme leads to build or manage an existing, cohesive and effective team that can become a highly effective implementation and coordination mechanism for these flagships at a state level.
• Ensure operational functioning of the state teams, as well as the clarity of roles, responsibilities, internal coordination and learning so that its staff are fully empowered to deliver.
• Ensure the state offices have the systems needed for effective monitoring and evaluation of the two flagship programmes.
• Help the state programme led to ensure that key decision makers and politicians in the state government have timely information and the structures to collaborate in order to unblock the key bottlenecks to implementation.
• Help state teams to mobilise and align additional resources as needed, including from development partners, for example to provide suitable support for State Governments and other Federal Ministries and agencies to implement as needed.​

Experience, Qualification and Skills

• At least 7 years’ experience in roles that require strong management skills, political smartness strong relationship management, business acumen pro-activeness, going the extra mile and strong team work
• Experience developing competitive proposals and reports that unlock project funding
• A University Degree at a minimum of a Master’s level
• In-depth knowledge and experience of Nigeria’s political and government system, ideally both at Federal and State levels.
• Nigerian language skills will be an added advantage
• A strategic mindset and experience in adaptive management, PDIA, etc.
• Strong understanding of and experience implementing and managing complex programmes and projects
• Ability to operate and succeed in a highly political environment
• Strong analytical and management skills, including sound knowledge of strategic planning and project management tools.
• Effective inter-personal and leadership skills with an ability to develop and foster relationships across a wide range of diverse and senior stakeholders
• Relevant experience in the agriculture and/or private sector development space, with in particular an ability to be able to understand investment and agriculture value chain facilitation issues.
• A decent understanding of how governments and businesses operate and how to succeed in them
• Drive, motivation and ability to consistently achieve results in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience of living and working in developing countries is desirable but not essential.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Facility and Administration Manager

Location: Jos, Plateau
Industry: FMCG/Foods/Beverage
Job Type: Full Time

Job Description

• The Facility Manager is responsible for the overall supervision of the facility and manages the maintenance of buildings and the staff who perform this function.
• Responsible for inspecting buildings to identify maintenance issues, such as clogged drains, leaky ceilings and faulty electrical switches.
• They report them and create work assignments for the staff.
• Administrative duties include creating periodic reports, such as work schedules. Also maintain inventory, such as cleaning supplies, tools and office supplies. The supervisor keeps the facility running efficiently by overseeing both personnel and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the proper use and care of equipment.
• Ensuring that all employees follow operating and usage policies.
• Maintaining a clean facility by regular fumigation and proper cleaning.
• Ensure all company facilities are adequately provided with the necessary items needed for their day to day function.
• Ensure employees are credited with monthly airtime and data for office use and trackers for company vehicles.
• Ensure all pool vehicles papers are always up to date.
•  Liaison with printers and printing press for Staff Identity cards, business cards, and printing of any other company document.
• Confirmation of newly employed staff by getting necessary feedback from personal referees submitted by the employees.
• Being able to complete tasks efficiently and without very close supervision.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of contract terms and practices used in administering contracts for services; inventory methods used to track materials used and on hand.
• Minimum of BSc / HND discipline in related field
• Professional qualification, certification in project management or MBA will be added advantage.
• Minimum 5-7years relevant experience in related field

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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Job Title: Logistics Driver

Location: Jos, Plateau
Industry: FMCG/Foods/Beverage
Job Type: Full Time

Duties and Responsibilities

• The safe and timely carriage of consumers’ goods and other staff
• Safe operation of trucks and company vehicles as directed
• The daily cleaning and minor maintenance of company truck
• Act in accordance with departmental policies
• Act as an ambassador for the facility

Requirements
Experience, Qualification and Required Skills:

• Previous experience in driving truck.
• Ability to drive safely and defensively putting the safety of their perishable goods first at all times.
• Good interpersonal and verbal communication skills able to converse and understand the needs of their consumers
• Must act and drive in a professional manner
• Must be reliable especially in their punctuality
• Must be of helpful nature anticipating the needs of keeping goods in adequate form and keeping the manager informed at all times of any problems.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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