SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria Current Jobs in Nigeria: Recruitment for 14 Job Positions

THE ORGANIZATION:

Established in 1949, SOS Children’s Villages is a dynamic social development organisation working globally to meet the needs and protect the interests and rights of children without parental care and those who are at risk of losing parental care. SOS Children’s Villages International is the umbrella organisation that provides support and guidance to SOS member associations in 133 countries and territories worldwide. Since 1973, working throughout the country, SOS Children’s Villages Nigeria is in the process of recruiting dynamic individuals to guide and support the work with individual families participating in our programme in various locations.

JOB TITLE:   Information Communication Technology (ICT) Officer

JOB LOCATION: Lagos

PROFILE:

• The Ideal candidate should possess a good degree in Computer Science/Engineering and Information Technology or any related field,
• Possession of any relevant ICT Certification will be an added advantage,
• A minimum of 1-3 years cognate experience is required,
• knowledgeable in designing website, newsletters, logos and server management
• Proficiency in Microsoft business applications,
• Experience with a multi-site network (at least 3 sites) with a minimum of 300 users is highly desirable
• in depth knowledge of Windows 2003/2008 Server, Active Directory,
• Good understanding of SQL 2000/2005/2008,
• Experience in the use and administration of Windows systems,
• Understanding how database works from an end user perspective, e.g. ability to create or modify simple report.

JOB TITLE:   Human Resource Officer 

JOB LOCATION: Lagos

PROFILE:

• A degree (or equivalent) in humanities or social sciences or other relevant subject,
• At least 3 years’ experience,
• Good verbal and written communication skills,
• Excellent ICT skill (windows, word, excel, payroll software etc),
• Organised and able to work independently.

JOB TITLE:   Senior Accountant

JOB LOCATION: Lagos

PROFILE:

• A degree in Management, Finance or Accounting,
• At least five (5) years’ experience in Finance and Accounting,
• Knowledge of MS office Word. Excel PowerPoint,
• Knowledge of “Dynamics Navision is a plus.

JOB TITLE:   Assistant to the National Director 

JOB LOCATION: Lagos

PROFILE:

• A degree (or equivalent) in development studies, social work, public administration, social sciences or other relevant subject,
• At least 3 years’ experience in community development or social services,
• An understanding of relevant social development issues,
• Excellent command of the English language and good verbal and written communication skills,
• Basic computer skins (windows, word, excel).

JOB TITLE:   Programme Director 

JOB LOCATIONS: Jos & Abuja

PROFILE:

• A degree (or equivalent) in development studies, social work, public administration, social sciences or other relevant subject,
• At least 5 years’ experience in community development or social services,
• Experience in project management, monitoring & evaluation,
• An understanding of relevant social development issues,
• Excellent command of the English language and good verbal and written communication skills,
• Fluency in one or more of the languages of the target community(s),
• Basic financial management skills,
• Basic computer skills (windows, word, excel),
• Highly organised and able to work independently.

JOB TITLE:   Secretary cashier 

JOB LOCATION: Lagos

PROFILE:

• Minimum of National Diploma (ND) in Accountancy or Secretarial Administration,
• Minimum of 2 years cognate experience as secretary or cashier,
• Basic financial management skills,
• Basic computer skills (windows, word, excel).

JOB TITLE:   Assistant KG Educator 

JOB LOCATIONS: Abuja, Owu-ijebu & Jos

PROFILE:

• Minimum of NCE in Early Childhood Education,
• Adequate knowledge and use of Montessori and Froebel methods and materials,
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience.

JOB TITLE:   Family Based Care Coordinator 

JOB LOCATION: Lagos & Abuja

PROFILE:

• A degree (or equivalent) in development studies, social work, public administration, social sciences or other relevant subject,
• At least 3 years’ experience in community development or social,
• services,
• Experience in project management, monitoring & evaluation,
• An understanding of relevant social development issues,
• Fluency in one or more of the languages of the target commurHty(s),
• Basic financial management skills,
• Basic computer skills (windows, word, excel).

JOB TITLE:   Front Desk Officer 

JOB LOCATION: Lagos

PROFILE:

• A minimum of OND in Secretarial Administration or related field,
• At least 2 years’ experience in the same role,
• Working knowledge of MS office suite (word, excel, power point),
• Good typing skill.

JOB TITLE:   Nurses 

JOB LOCATIONS: Lagos and Owu-ijebu

PROFILE:

• Must be a registered Nurse/Midwife (SRN/SCM),
• Must have public health experience,
• Possess a minimum of 3 years cognate working experience.

JOB TITLE:   Teachers 

JOB LOCATIONS: Abuja, Lagos & Owu-ijebu

Vacancies exist in these areas: Fine/Creative Art, Music and Special Education.

PROFILE:

• Minimum of NCE In Early Childhood Education,
• Adequate Knowledge of modern teaching tools,
• Minimum of 2 years’experience.

JOB TITLE:   Youth Counsellors 

JOB LOCATION: Lagos

PROFILE:

• Degree in Education. Psychology or Social Work,
• Minimum of 5 years work experience in social work teaching or related field with youths,
• Computer literate.

JOB TITLE:   Head, Vocational Training Centre 

JOB LOCATION: Lagos

PROFILE:

• Degree qualified in development studies, technical education social or management sciences,
• At least 5 years’ experience in related position,
• An understanding of relevant social development issues,
• Basic financial management skills,
• Must be Computer literate.

JOB TITLE:   Store Assistant 

JOB LOCATION: Lagos

PROFILE:

• Minimum of OND in Business Admin or Accountancy. Degree would be an added advantage,
• Computer Literate,
• Honest and organized.

WE OFFER:

A competitive salary & benefits package. in accordance with the organisation’s child protection policy, all employment is subject to applicable background checks, including criminal record checks.

METHOD OF APPLICATION & APPLICATION DEADLINE:

If you are interested in any of these positions, please send your application (detailed CV and motivation letter) along with three traceable references to:

The National Director,

SOS Children’s Villages, Nigeria,

35 Ogunmefun Street, Pedro-Palmgrove, Lagos

P.O. Box 660 Shomolu Lagos-Nigeria.

E-mail address: recruitment@sosvillages-nigeria.org

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE: 22^nd November, 2011.

NOTE: Please state the position and preferred location as the subject of your mail.