Vacancy in Nigeria: Head, Human Resources

We are West Africa’s leading Aluminum Can manufacturing company with intended output of 550million cans per year. We will commence commercial production in the last quarter of 2009 with a focus on the beverage industry in West Africa. We aspire to be a major manufacturer in the West African sub-region and have laid the groundwork for success in conjunction with a world-class team of international technical, financial, and management consultants in pre-rollout planning. We are owned by a team of seasoned entrepreneurs and an institutional investor who seek to establish a truly different, professional manufacturing company that will be known for outstanding quality of products, an unparalleled customer value proposition, and that will contribute strongly to the nation’s development.

We are currently seeking top local and international talent across all major positions from executive officers downwards to join our corporate offices and plant operations in Agbara, Ogun State, Nigeria.

We intend to develop a culture that promotes talent from within. Compensation will be at above-market rates with a strong incentive-base for certain positions to reflect the caliber of personnel we seek. Ideal candidates will have the requisite prior experience and the passion and energy to build a new enterprise from the ground-up in conjunction with our technical and other partners.

Job Title Head, Human Resources and Admin
Reference Number CAN003
Closing Date 31st July, 2009

Job Description:
THE ROLE
• Oversee all elements of human resource management from HR strategy to operations as the most senior HR executive for the Manufacturing company
• Play the pivotal leadership role in organization design, recruitment, training/development, assessment/grading, compensation, HR information systems management and Expatriate Management
• Design, develop and implement a human resources strategy that will result in a strong performance culture and ensure that the company becomes an employer of choice.
• Advise the executive management team about human resources issues including recruitment, Succession planning and ongoing development of a superior workforce
• Implement services, policies, and programs through the Human Resources department.
• Oversee the general administration function including general office administration, SHE (Safety, Health and Environment) and Logistics.

QUALIFICATION
• Experience in Strategic human resources planning, organizational development, project management, reward management, HR Information Systems, employee and labour relations.
• Advanced Degree in Business, Social Sciences, Organizational Behavior or other relevant field. Fluency in English is essential.
• A minimum of seven years leadership experience with 3 years executive experience preferably in a manufacturing company or multinational; international experience is a plus.
• Truly exceptional candidates who fail to meet one of the above criteria may be considered.

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Job Title: Internal Controller
Reference Number CAN004
Closing Date 31st July, 2009
Job Description:
THE ROLE
• The internal control manager will be responsible for creating the framework for internal control processes and ensure reliability of financial reporting in conjunction with other business units.
• Create audit engagements, on-site risk assessments and in-depth testing of ERP functions and controls,
• Ensure harmonization and uniformity of internal controls through the Internal Control Standards
• Establish and maintain the Control and Procedures manual
• Ensure consistency of assessment and monitoring approach through various internal control processes

QUALIFICATIONS
• First Degree in Accounting, Finance or relevant area.
• Must have ACCA CFA, CISA or other certifications or be willing to obtain within one year of joining the audit department. • Must possess strong experience as an internal control auditor.
• Strong financial modeling/valuation and analytical skills Excellent report writing skills
• Ability to lead a performance driven organisation and deliver results unfailingly
• Excellent planning, decision-making and presentation skills. Excellent management and leadership skills. Sets high personal standards and is goal oriented,
• Outstanding coaching and people development capabilities; strong team player
• A minimum of ten years leadership experience with 3 years executive experience preferably in a manufacturing company or a multinational.
• Truly exceptional candidates who fail to meet one of the above criteria may be considered.

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