ABUJA, Nigeria, November 18, 2013/African Press Organization (APO)/ — ECOWAS is to deploy twenty (20) members of its Emergency Response Team (EERT) to Mali within the framework of a regional Humanitarian Assistance for the country which exiting political and security crises. Four of the ECOWAS EERT members being deployed will be seconded to the UN refugee agency, UNHCR to support its voluntary repatriation and reintegration programme in Mail. The field deployment for three months beginning from 18th November 2013 would be preceded by a four-day Pre-Deployment Training (PDT) in the Malian capital, Bamako. The PDT is being…
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GENEVA, Switzerland, November 18, 2013/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Azerbaijan, Nicaragua and Nigeria are among the countries the United Nations Subcommittee on Prevention of Torture (SPT) plans to visit in 2014, the rights body has announced. The SPT’s role is to prevent and eliminate torture and cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment and punishment of detainees. It works with national governments that have ratified the Optional Protocol to the UN Convention against Torture (OPCAT). The SPT will also conduct missions next year to Ecuador, Malta, Netherlands and Togo, and plans a follow-up to a previously visited country. Following previous practice, some…
CAPE-TOWN, South-Africa, November 18, 2013/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Two significant multinationals join forces to increase consumer access in Africa DHL Express (http://www.dhl.com), the world’s leading international express services provider and Engen, Africa’s leading multinational fuel retailer and provider of convenience services, have signed a retail partnership, in a bid to provide customers with better access to global express services. A consumer looking to send documents or parcels overseas can simply walk into an Engen service station to send their shipment, ensuring greater convenience and accessibility to the powerful global network which DHL offers. This includes…
ABUJA, Nigeria, November 18, 2013/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The performance in the power sector across the 15 ECOWAS Member States has been consistently unsatisfactory over the years. Despite implementing power sector reforms aimed at stimulating private sector participation and liberalization, national power utilities in the region have not been able to attract a significant level of private investment. In fact, the national power utilities have continued to be under-capitalized in addition to charging rates below cost, hence they have not been able to access financial markets or attract investors for maintenance and expansion projects. It is believed that over…
LAGOS, Nigeria, November 18, 2013/African Press Organization (APO)/ — With interests from hotels, agriculture, and real estate to power generation and oil exploration, Transcorp, the rapidly transforming conglomerate is providing ordinary shareholders a uniquely diversified opportunity to share in Nigeria’s burgeoning economy. Photo Tony Elumelu: Following major acquisitions in power and agribusiness, new initiatives in its hotel and tourism business and the commencement soon of production from its existing oil block, Transcorp shareholders are already reaping rewards, with the stock one of the strongest recent performers on the NSE. The extraordinary turnaround in the Company’s business was highlighted in…
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, November 18, 2013/African Press Organization (APO)/ — The Chairperson of the Commission of the African Union (AU), Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma, is shocked and saddened by the acts of violence which occurred in Tripoli, on 15 and 16 November 2013, resulting in the death of dozens of people, while many more were wounded. The Chairperson of the Commission is deeply concerned at the increasing violence and lawlessness in the country, including a series of similar incidents in Benghazi and other cities in recent weeks. She strongly condemns the resort to violence by armed militias, in general, and…
WASHINGTON, November 18, 2013/African Press Organization (APO)/ — Testimony Linda Thomas-Greenfield Assistant Secretary, Bureau of African Affairs House Foreign Affairs Subcommittees on Africa, Global Health, Human Rights, and International Organizations and Terrorism, Nonproliferation, and Trade Washington, DC November 13, 2013 Chairman Smith, Chairman Poe, Ranking Member Bass, Ranking Member Deutch, and Members of the Committee, thank you for this opportunity to update you about U.S. policy on Nigeria and specifically our efforts to help Nigeria counter the threat posed by Boko Haram and associated violent extremist groups. Chairman Smith and Chairman Poe, instability in Nigeria is of direct concern to…
Hartland Specialist Hospitals located in Abuja, Nigeria invites application for the following positions. DOCTORS/ MEDICAL STAFFS/ NON-MEDICAL STAFFS • Staff Nurses – Pediatrics Trained • Certified Nurse Midwife • Critical care nursing• A Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) • clinical nurse leader (CNL) • Certified Dialysis Nurse • Certified Legal Nurse Consultant (CLNC) • Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) • Nurse Anesthetist • Nurse Case Manager • Nurse Educator • Nurse Practitioner (NP) • Nurse Researcher • Nursing Informatics Analyst • Pediatric Endocrinology Nurse • Ward In-Charge Nurses • Nursing Supervisors • Nursing Quality Assessors & Nursing Procedures Trainers • Staff Nurse…
Job Title: Project Coordinator, HIV Programmes Location: Abuja, Nigeria Employer: Association for Reproductive and Family Health (ARFH) Association for Reproductive and Family Health (ARFH) is one of the leading Nigerian Non-Governmental Organizations implementing programs for improving Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH), Care and Treatment of HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis (TB) and Malaria, etc. We offer professionals, opportunities for career advancement, good working environment and competitive remuneration. We seek applications from qualified persons for the following positions on different projects in our organization. Reporting to the Director of Programs Specific Job/Responsibilities: • Lead the implementation of Global Fund and other HIV/AIDs, OVC and…
Job Title: Trainee Civil Engineer Location: Port Harcourt, Nigeria Employer: Specialist Foundation Firm We require the services of intelligent, honest, resourceful and self-driven people. The person: Applicants for the position must possess the following qualifications and experience: • WASC/GCE ‘0′ Level with a minimum of 5 credits (including English Language and Mathematics at one sitting) • B.Sc in Civil Engineering (minimum qualifications) • Computer Literacy is a must • Not more than 27 years old • Good communication skills • Good critical and analytical skills How to Apply: Interested candidates should send in applications in their-own handwriting with detailed CV…
Job Title: Regional Manager Location: Port Harcourt, Nigeria Employer: Health Maintenance Organisation (HMO) Key Responsibilities: • Be responsible for general administration • Oversee healthcare provider network development and management • Oversee care coordination, provider relations, claims administration, and wellness programmes • Oversee member services activities and client relationship management • Coordinate marketing of health plans to private and public organisations Requirements: • A Medical Doctor with MBBS OR MBCHB degree • Possession of an MBA or MPH will be an advantage • Minimum of 5 years experience as a Medical Doctor, 2 of which must preferably be with an accredited…
Job Title: Regional Manager Location: Abuja, Nigeria Employer: Health Maintenance Organisation (HMO) Key Responsibilities: • Be responsible for general administration • Oversee healthcare provider network development and management • Oversee care coordination, provider relations, claims administration, and wellness programmes • Oversee member services activities and client relationship management • Coordinate marketing of health plans to private and public organisations Requirements: • A Medical Doctor with MBBS OR MBCHB degree • Possession of an MBA or MPH will be an advantage • Minimum of 5 years experience as a Medical Doctor, 2 of which must preferably be with an accredited Health…
Job Title: Care Coordinator Location: Lagos, Nigeria Employer: Health Maintenance Organisation (HMO) Key Responsibilities: • Oversee healthcare provider network development and management • Oversee care coordination, provider relations, claims administration, and wellness programmes • Assist in the marketing of health plans to private and public organisations Requirements: • A Medical Doctor with MBBS OR MBCHB degree • Possession of an MBA or MPH will be an advantage • Minimum of 2 years experience as a Medical Doctor Deadline: 26.11.2013Apply to this job
Job Title: Captain Location: Warri, Nigeria Employer: Marine Training Institute Recruiter: George Davidson and Associates (GDA Consulting) Requirements: • Minimum requirement: Certificate of competency as master onboard a sea going vessel of 3,000 gross tonnages. • Should also possess appropriate mandatory certificate. • Have completed approved training and meet the standard of competency specified in section A- 11/2. • A retired Captain with strong communication and presentation skills will be appointed. • Ability to teach and impart knowledge in a world class Maritime Training Institute. How to Apply: Interested and qualified applicants should apply online or send their Cover Letter…
Job Title: Chief Mate Location: Warri, Nigeria Employer: Marine Training Institute Recruiter: George Davidson and Associates (GDA Consulting) Requirements: • B.Sc/HND Degree in Nautical Science. • Should also possess appropriate mandatory certificate. • Certificate of competency as chief mate officer. • Have completed approved training and meet the standard of competency specified in section A- 11/3. • Licensed mariners in charge of the engineering department on a merchant vessel who are willing to share their knowledge and experience in a classroom setting • Ability to teach and impart knowledge in a world class Maritime Training Institute. How to Apply: Interested…
Job Title: Chief Engineer Location: Warri, Nigeria Employer: Marine Training Institute Recruiter: George Davidson and Associates (GDA Consulting) Requirements • Certificate of competency as Chief Engineer on ship powered by mam propulsion machinery of between 750kW and 3,000 kW propulsion power. • B.Sc. Marine Engineering, B. Engr. or B. Tech. with sea going experience. • Ability to teach and impart knowledge in a world class Maritime Training Institute. How to Apply: Interested and qualified applicants should apply online or send their Cover Letter and CV to the following: Dr Bola Onasanya, George Davidson & Associates 1 Ogundare Street, NEPA Bus…
Job Title: 2nd Engineer Location: Warri, Nigeria Employer: Marine Training Institute Recruiter: George Davidson and Associates (GDA Consulting) Requirements: • Certificate of competency as Chief Engineer on ship powered by main propulsion machinery of between 750kW and 3,000 kW propulsion power. • B.Sc. Marine Engineering, B. Engr. or B. Tech. with sea going experience. • Ability to teach and impart knowledge in a world class Maritime Training Institute. How to Apply: Interested and qualified applicants should apply online or send their Cover Letter and CV to the following: Dr Bola Onasanya, George Davidson & Associates 1 Ogundare Street, NEPA Bus…
Job Title: Experienced GMDSS / Radio Operating Officer Location: Warri, Nigeria Employer: Marine Training Institute Recruiter: George Davidson and Associates (GDA Consulting) Requirements: • B.Sc. Electrical/Electronics Engineer. • Must possess a GMDSS Radio operator license with sea going experience. • Ability to teach and impart knowledge in a world class Maritime Training Institute. How to Apply: Interested and qualified applicants should apply online or send their Cover Letter and CV to the following: Dr Bola Onasanya, George Davidson & Associates 1 Ogundare Street, NEPA Bus Stop, Aguda – Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria. Or email bola@gdanigeria.com or/and bolaonasanya2@gmail.com. Deadline: 26.11.2013 Only shortlisted…
Job Title: Fighting Instructor Location: Warri, Nigeria Employer: Marine Training Institute Recruiter: George Davidson and Associates (GDA Consulting) Requirements: • Certificate of competency as a fire fighter. • Proven experience on fire fighting skills with sound knowledge of both theory and practical • Ability to impart knowledge on fire fighting in a world class Maritime Training Institute. • Experienced firefighters with offshore and classroom experience will be preferred. How to Apply: Interested and qualified applicants should apply online or send their Cover Letter and CV to the following: Dr Bola Onasanya, George Davidson & Associates 1 Ogundare Street, NEPA Bus…
Job Title: Closing Accountant Location: Nigeria Employer: SIAT Nigeria Ltd (part of SIAT Group) Requirements: • HND or B.Sc in Accounting, or any related discipline. • Must be computer literate. General job Scope: • Knowledge and experience of general ledger accounts with linked cost centres and expense codes. • Knowledge and experience of modular accounts system. • Following up during month and ensuring that all Current postings, invoices, accruals, provisions have been made to accounts. • Closing of accounts modules and finalization of the monthly accounts • Checking & reconciliation of payroll module. How to Apply: Interested and qualified applicants…