Nigeria: Utility Finance Specialist (REF: UFS, Bauchi)

<P>Sustainable Water and Sanitation in Africa (SUWASA) – with funding from USAID is supporting the State Government of Bauchi, in Nigeria to implement an ambitious water and sanitation sector reform project. The aim of the project is to assist the Bauchi State Water Board (BSWB) achieve commercial viability providing services in a sustainable manner and operate with financial and management autonomy.</P><P>Tetra Tech, implementing the SUWASA project, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in regards to applicant gender, creed or religious beliefs.</P><P>SUWASA now seeks to employ a Nigerian national with the following qualifications and background. This position is full-time and will be based in Bauchi town, Bauchi State.</P><P>UTILITY FINANCE SPECIALIST (REF: UFS, Bauchi)</P><P>Key Responsibilities a) Develop the tariff policy and based on this, design a tariff structure for water services in Bauchi; b) Recommend an appropriate billing system that is robust and easy to use; c) Support the project implementation team in designing of innovative financing approaches to water and sanitation investments in Bauchi State. This may include exploring potential investments from the private sector; d) Assist in knowledge development and management in terms of utility financing; e) Coordinate with and establish useful links with partners and financial institutions involved in water and sanitation reform and finance.</P><P>Qualifications and Experience a) At least a Masters degree in Finance, Economics or Business Administration, or any other relevant academic degree; b) A minimum of six years of professional experience in utility finance related activities; c) Knowledge in financing of infrastructure is an advantage; d) Experience in tariff designs and tariff policies is essential; e) Experience in designing, structuring the financing of infrastructure projects for water supply and waste management; f) Experience in working with USAID would be an advantage; g) A demonstrable understanding of the financial challenges faced by the water and sanitation sector in Nigeria and specifically in Bauchi State; h) Strong analytical and communication skills, with ability to interpret difficult financial information related to utility operations.</P><P>Interested candidates should email an updated, current CV with three references and a cover letter to: <a href="mailto:recruit@ard-suwasa.org">recruit@ard-suwasa.org</A>, with the relevant job reference you are applying for as the subject line (e.g UFS, Bauchi). Only shortlisted candidates meeting the listed minimum qualifications will be contacted for interview. The selected candidate offered the position will be engaged by SUWASA in consideration of candidate availability and receipt of required hiring approval from USAID Contracting Officer. Salary and benefits offered will be in conformance with project local compensation plan.</P><P>For a detailed job responsibility and qualification requirements visit (on <a href="http://www.usaid-suwasa.org/">http://www.usaid-suwasa.org/</A>)</P><P>The closing date for receipt of applications is: Friday, 22 February 2013</P>

Nigeria: Utility Finance Specialist (REF: UFS, Bauchi)

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Utility Worker (Office Assistant) Jobs at AED Nigeria (Intl NGO)

<BR><P>Posted on Mon 29th Nov, 2010 - hotnigerianjobs.com --- <a href="http://www.hotnigerianjobs.com/hotjobs/1987/utility-workers-jobs-aed-nigeria.html">(1 comments)</A></P><P><a class="a2a_dd" href="http://www.addtoany.com/share_save?linkurl=http://www.hotnigerianjobs.com/hotjobs/1987/utility-workers-jobs-aed-nigeria.html&linkname=Utility Worker (Office Assistant) Jobs at AED Nigeria (Intl NGO)"><img alt="Share/Bookmark" border="0" height="24" src="/sharesave25624.png" width="256"></A> </P><P><img alt="Utility Worker (Office Assistant) Jobs at AED Nigeria (Intl NGO)" border="1" height="39" src="/aed.jpg" width="80"> <a href="about:../../company/aed/"><STRONG>AED</STRONG></A> is a non-profit organization working globally to improve education, health, civil society, and economic development - the foundation of thriving societies. In collaboration with local and national partners, AED fosters sustainable results through practical, comprehensive approaches to social and economic challenges. AED implements more than 250 programs serving people in all 50 US State and more than 150 countries. Visit us on the web at: <a href="http://www.aed.org/" target="_blank"><STRONG>www.aed.org</STRONG></A><a href="about:../../company/aed/" readability="8"></P><P><STRONG>AED</STRONG></A> has been awarded the USAID-funded Malaria Action Program for States (MAPS) project designed to support the Nigeria National Malaria Strategic Plan and National MAlaria Control Program (NMCP). The project will increase the quality, access, and uptake of specific malaria control interventions, including insecticide-treated nets (ITNs), artemisinin-based combination therapies (ACTs), expanded use of rapid diagnostic tests (RDs), and delivery of intermittent preventive treatment (IPTp) to pregnant women.</P><P><a href="about:../../company/aed/"><STRONG>AED Nigeria</STRONG></A>  is currently recruiting candidates to fill a number of exciting positions with the Malaria Action Program for States (MAPS) Project in <STRONG>Abuja </STRONG>as well as state offices in <STRONG>Zamfara, Cross River,</STRONG> and <STRONG>Nassarawa</STRONG>. Available positions include:<BR></P>The Utility Worker will perform cleaning, organizing, and upkeep tasks related to maintaining the MAPS office. The Utility Worker will also perform additional tasks as needed. <P><STRONG>Essential Job Functions</STRONG></P>Maintain the premises of the AED /MAPS office, to include cleaning and organizing the offices, hallway, kitchenette, and bathrooms.Prepare food and beverages as requested.Perform administrative tasks (e.g., filing, photocopying, answering telephones).Ensure the office is adequately stocked with supplies.Monitor the safety and security of the office, reporting any suspicious persons or behavior to supervisor immediately.Provide Program Assistant with routine updates on the status of office supplies and office conditions.Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor.<P><STRONG>Experience</STRONG></P>OND or its equivalent will be required.Minimum of one year of similar experience and duties.<P><STRONG>Specific Knowledge Requirements</STRONG></P>Sufficient familiarity with standard office equipment (ie, phone, fax, photocopier, scanner, copier) so as to perform basic administrative tasks.Cleaning and food preparation skills.Good interpersonal skills.Good planning and organization skills.<BR><STRONG>Application Deadline</STRONG><BR>16th December, 2010 <P><STRONG>How To Apply</STRONG><BR>To be considered for this position, please submit a resume and contact information to <a href="mailto:nigeriarecruitment@aed.org">nigeriarecruitment@aed.org</A> and specify the position and location in which you are interested. Please write <STRONG>"Nigeria MAPS Hire"</STRONG> in the subject line. </P><P>Submissions may also be delivered/mailed in hard copy to: <P><STRONG>Attn: Dr. Olufemi Oke/C-CHANGE Office<BR>7th Floor, Labour House<BR>Plot 820/821, Off Ralph Shodeinde Street<BR>Central Business District, Abuja</STRONG></P></p><p>Tags: Utility Worker Jobs, Office Assistant jobs,

Utility Worker (Office Assistant) Jobs at AED Nigeria (Intl NGO)

Posted on Mon 29th Nov, 2010 - hotnigerianjobs.com --- (1 comments) AED is a non-profit organization working globally to improve educat...

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