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Universal Careers is a Human Resource agency founded to help exceptional candidates and international clients who are interested in living and working in the biggest economy in Africa - Nigeria.

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At Universal Careers we are a small team of industry spe...ts, who are servicing our clients with bespoke HR solutions. No two clients are the same, so our approach to each Client is unique. We have a large network of consultants all-over the world with whom we build teams depending on the client and the specific task at hand.

INFORMATION & COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY (ICT) MANAGER
Organizational Context
Immediate Supervisor:   Director

 Our Client is a Key player in the Health Care Sector

JOB PURPOSE
The ICT Manager is a key member of the executive team whose primary role is to be accountable and further develop, manage and provide strategic direction to the Facility’s ICT Department. He/she must ensure that the ICT Department provides a high level of support and services and delivers according to the Facility’s requirements, expectations and are aligned with the overall strategy.

Roles Reporting to this Role
All ICT staff within the Facility

CORE FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Plans, organizes and directs the overall operation and function of the ICT Department.
Provides leadership, and evaluation of the activities of the IT Department,
Participates in the development of strategic goals, objectives and plans for the Facility and IT. Provides leadership in executing these plans.
Provides leadership in defining the process and service levels to be delivered. Ensures that service levels are adequate and meets the Facility and end-user needs. To this end, systematically gathers and registers end-user satisfaction at every service encounter, constantly setting quality of service targets and implementing service improvement measures.
Participates in capital operating budget preparation and demand management related to all ICT requests received.
Ensures that the ICT Department maintains the infrastructure, network, key applications, desktop support, business continuity and proper disaster recovery procedures.
Manages and monitors the installation of new software and hardware.
Manages and monitors the computer and peripheral preventative maintenance program.
Drive and monitor performance management process for the ICT Staff.
Ensures the maintenance of standards in Quality and Safety in the Department.
Participates in applicable education and meetings in order to support end users need.
Participates in the assessment of learning needs and provides opportunities for development of IT Staff
Implements organizational structure which promotes shared accountability, high achievement and compliance with applicable laws and regulations; this to include electronic linkages and care delivery tools.

Attributes Sought:
A philosophy of collaboration and teamwork.
A service way of thinking, one who puts end-user first in terms of respect, support, adequate solution delivery and follow up
Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills.
A mission-driven individual who can embrace and commit to Mission and Core Values; articulate about stewardship.
A self-starter, results-oriented personality. With the ability to effectively lead and motivate.
Critical thinking, a decision maker with problem-solving skills. Understanding of how to create change through influence and not through direct authority.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:         
Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology or related field (Master’s degree preferred)

Experience:
Minimum 5 years’ experience, to include experience in a leadership role.
Healthcare industry experience strongly preferred,
Demonstrated knowledge in delivering quality results, client satisfaction and operational efficiencies and excellence

PROCUREMENT ASSISTANT CLERK

Our Client is a key player in the Manufacturing Sector.

CORE FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Market Survey and Market errands
Receive of incoming mails and dispatch of outgoing mails from and to banks and    clearing agents
Maintenance of files in line with ISO standard.
Dispatch of various supply chain documents to store, finance, warehouse and other sections of the organization.
Management of procurement tender board.
To provide Cover during vacation.
Organize all procurement activities relating to development of bid lists, request for     proposals, and collection of bids and distribution of bid documents
Oversee/process day-to-day administrative items: mail, courier packages.
Receive, open, screen, log and date stamp bid responses and forward on as required
Perform several clerical duties such as maintaining files, data entry, complete and process purchase requisition forms and Sispro Requisition.
Coordinate and schedule meetings and appointments as requested.
Perform related tasks as assigned
Follow up on open orders as appropriate; expedites late delivery to achieve on time delivery. Run DIFOT reports and present to vendors
Correspond with suppliers for quotation, maintain contact with vendors regarding current status of PO.
Attribute Sought
Candidate must be honest, hardworking, and able to demonstrate strong personal qualities of responsibility and self-discipline.

REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE
Be between the ages of 25 and 38 years old.
Have at least an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) in Economics, Accounting, Financial   Studies, Statistics or any other related numeric fields.
Have working experience in Supply Chain Management.
Have good communication skills and must be fluent in English Language.
Must be comfortable with number, gathering of procurement data, analysis and good in record keeping.
Must be Computer Literate.
Should be able to work with minimum supervision.

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INFORMATION & COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY (ICT) MANAGER
PROCUREMENT ASSISTANT CLERK