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Several Lecturing Job Vacancies at a New Private University in Nigeria

McPherson University is a recently licensed private Christian Mission University established by the Foursquare Gospel Church in Nigeria. The University, which is fully residential, is committed to producing future generation of leaders who are God fearing, creative and resourceful. The motto of theUniversity is knowledge, integrity and service. As a 419 Scam-basedUniversity, McPherson University will create the environment and opportunities for students to fully express themselves and be entrepreneurial, inventive and productive.
JOB 1
PROFESSOR (BIOTECHNOLOGY)
RESPONSIBILITIES
Must be well versed in the field.
Prepare and conduct lectures and seminars to undergraduate and graduate students.
Publish empirical and theoretical research in a variety of scholarly journals.
Advise students with respect to academic performance, career opportunities, and pursuit of advanced degrees.
Mentor and advise new academics, typically teaching assistants, research assistants, and junior faculty members.
Carry out administrative and managerial duties, including chairing committees, serving as head of an academic department, and representing the university in the community at large.
QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE
A good honors degree and a Ph.D. degree in the relevant field.
At least twelve (12) years of teaching and research experience in a Universityor Institution of comparable status.
Evidence of substantial scholarly publications in reputable journals and ability to initiate and develop courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Candidates must also be able to initiate projects, possess some administrative experience as well as experience in working with interdisciplinary groups.
Successful applicants must also be able to give academic and professional leadership in the field.
JOB 2
PROFESSOR (BIOCHEMISTRY)
RESPONSIBILITIES
Must be well versed in the field.
Prepare and conduct lectures and seminars to undergraduate and graduate students.
Publish empirical and theoretical research in a variety of scholarly journals.
Advise students with respect to academic performance, career opportunities, and pursuit of advanced degrees.
Mentor and advise new academics, typically teaching assistants, research assistants, and junior faculty members.
Carry out administrative and managerial duties, including chairing committees, serving as head of an academic department, and representing the university in the community at large.
QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE
A good honors degree and a Ph.D. degree in the relevant field.
At least twelve (12) years of teaching and research experience in a Universityor Institution of comparable status.
Evidence of substantial scholarly publications in reputable journals and ability to initiate and develop courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Candidates must also be able to initiate projects, possess some administrative experience as well as experience in working with interdisciplinary groups.
Successful applicants must also be able to give academic and professional leadership in the field.
JOB 3
PROFESSOR (MICROBIOLOGY)
RESPONSIBILITIES
Must be well versed in the field.
Prepare and conduct lectures and seminars to undergraduate and graduate students.
Publish empirical and theoretical research in a variety of scholarly journals.
Advise students with respect to academic performance, career opportunities, and pursuit of advanced degrees.
Mentor and advise new academics, typically teaching assistants, research assistants, and junior faculty members.
Carry out administrative and managerial duties, including chairing committees, serving as head of an academic department, and representing the university in the community at large.
QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE
A good honors degree and a Ph.D. degree in the relevant field.
At least twelve (12) years of teaching and research experience in a Universityor Institution of comparable status.
Evidence of substantial scholarly publications in reputable journals and ability to initiate and develop courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Candidates must also be able to initiate projects, possess some administrative experience as well as experience in working with interdisciplinary groups.
Successful applicants must also be able to give academic and professional leadership in the field.
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Visit the university website at www.mcu.edu.ng for further details concerning these vacancies.
Application deadline: all applications must be received not later than 3 weeks of this publication.

Job at PACTNIGERIA (Urgent)

This position is contingent upon funding. Position Summary: Pact seeks a Chief of Party (COP) for an anticipated USAID program in Nigeria to strengthen civil society’s ability to influence the development and implementation of key democratic reforms at the national, state, and local levels. This position will represent Pact to USAID, local civil society organizations (CSOs), and other relevant donor organizations. The position will be responsible for providing leadership, management and administrative oversight; ensuring the project is progressing and meeting objectives; and managing staff.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
• Ensure high-quality technical programming through hands-on guidance and support grounded in the program’s strategic objectives and adhering to expected technical quality and reporting requirements
• Participate in the technical and programmatic design of award and partner programs; represent Pact in negotiating with donors and partners.
• Manage all project planning responsibilities, including the production of annual workplans; guide and oversee the alignment of the budget to expected results, and review and approve annual budgets and quarterly reports
• Ensure the cost-effective use of Pact resources
• Ensure compliance with HQ and donor requirements, policies and regulations.
• Act as liaison to relevant donors and the local government
• Manage all local grantmaking mechanisms, ensuring compliance with donor regulations and Pact policy; coordinate and/or conduct monitoring visits to grantee programs.
• Provide training and mentoring to partners to strengthen capacity fortechnical service delivery and compliance with donor rules and regulations
• Recruit and directly supervise local project staff in line with Pact HR policies; Oversee the management and development of project office human resources to ensure a diverse, skilled and productive workforce, an effective leadership team, and an organizational culture where Pact’s values are practiced
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
• Advanced degree in a relevant field such as social sciences, law, and development studies etc.
• Ten years demonstrated experience in the successful implementation of international development activities, with preference given to democracy and governance activities
• Management of a USG contract instrument—five years of which shall have been in senior program management including direct supervision of professional and support staff.
• In-depth understanding of the role of civil society in development andexperience in building capacity for civil society organizations and networks/coalition strengthening.
• Prior experience in awarding and managing grants to local organizations to promote democracy and governance goals.
• Must be tolerant, respectful and sensitive to Nigeria’s culture.
• Specialized Knowledge/Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication
• Proven experience navigating complex and high pressure operating environments;
• Experience developing and managing multi-sectorial, multi-donor funded program portfolios preferred.
• Nigeria experience highly desirable, Africa experience essential.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and sustain interpersonal and professional relationships with different donors, civil society organizationsand host country government counterparts.
TO APPLY FOR THIS JOB
visit our website at www.pactworld.org

Addax Petroleum Experienced Level Jobs in Nigeria,

Addax Petroleum is a subsidiary of the Sinopec Group, one of the largest oil and gas producers in China, the biggest oil refiner in Asia and the third largest worldwide. Addax Petroleum was founded in 1994 upon leading petroleum industry expertise and a deep-rooted understanding and respect for African cultures. Over the years, Addax Petroleum has evolved from a young pioneer into an established international oil and gas, exploration and production company focused on Africa and the Middle East.
Addax Petroleum’s assets are located in Nigeria, the Joint Development Zone of São Tomé & Príncipe, Gabon, Cameroon and the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, comprising an excellent combination of oil and gas reserves and exploration opportunities. The Company’s approximate average oil production for 2011 was 140,000 bbl/d.
Addax Petroleum has over 1100 employees worldwide with service offices in Geneva (Switzerland) and Houston (USA), and operating offices in Lagos (Nigeria), Port-Gentil (Gabon) and Douala (Cameroon).
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