AMBRA INVESTMENT LTD

AMBRA Investment Ltd is an investment Holding Company with head office in Lagos and with the aim of actualizing the Anambra 2030 Development Programme. The principal objective of AMBRA is to maximally leverage the huge economic base in the state, to create a world class commercial enterprise to facilitate the emergence of modern businesses in the state and in the process make the state a choice residence for professionals and business men and women.?

GROUP MANAGING DIRECTOR / CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
• The Group Managing Director of AMBRA has the primary responsibility of providing corporate leadership to accomplish vision; mission and goals of the company.
• He is primarily responsible for delivering on the Profit, Balance sheet and Cash flow targets of the company.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develop and Implement the strategic goals and objectives of the organization
• Give direction and leadership toward the achievement of the organization's philosophy, mission, strategy, and its annual goals and objectives
• Develop and implement appropriate policies and procedures for the Company
• Work with the Board to achieve the corporate governance role of the Board.
• Run the organization as an "undivided" establishment - holding in balance the sometimes competing and conflicting requirements of stakeholders
• Ensure that the appropriate financial, human, and other resources are allocated equitably and efficiently to the different units
• Manage the service delivery process in line with global best practice and the goals and objectives of AMBRA
• Create a corporate culture through shared vision with the management team to foster a functional and loyal team that are fully committed to the objective of the Company
• Ensure that all the stakeholders are adequately rewarded for their contributions
• Promote passion, confidence and support of the government and relevant public towards the company

REQUIREMENTS
• Very good University first degree and an MBA
• Possession of relevant professional qualifications
• Strong competence and skilled with modern office technologies
• Strong knack for details
• Ability to communicate and relate well at all levels
• Proven leadership and structured corporate management skills
• Strong interpersonal relationship and capacity to relate with relevant public sector bodies to deliver required results
• Proven project management skills
• Matured and between the ages of 40 and 55
• Minimum of 15 years working experience
• At least 5 years experience in senior management responsibility position.
• Self-starter with strong entrepreneurial drive

GENERAL MANAGER LIVESTOCK FARM
The General Manager will be responsible for entire operations of the Farm.
He will be directly responsible for mobilizing the relevant financial, material and human resources to ensure the successful actualization of the objective of the farm.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Responsible for planning, developing & implementing the farm's operational & marketing strategies
• Manages the capital and expenditure budget to deliver the planned revenue and balance sheet structure
• Oversees and co-ordinates the day to day operations and management of the farm
• Directs and supervises the finance and administrative function of the farm
• Ensures implementation and full compliance of the defined policies and procedures of the farm
• Manages the entire production and distribution cycle of the farm to ensure the right quality products are delivered to the pre-defined target market through appropriate channel
• Directing and managing rational systems for staff evaluation and welfare
• Daily analyzing and adjusting short range plans and objectives to ensure that they are intimately consistent and compatible with overall approved corporate strategies and goals
• Daily oversight of core wealth creation and business risk management functions of the farm complex to ensure they meet and comply with international best practices standards at all times
• Effective liaison with external publics in the interest of the farm complex

REQUIREMENTS
• First Degree or equivalent in Agricultural science, Animal Science, Botany and other related courses with a minimum of second class upper or upper credit
• A minimum of 7 years' experience in farm and poultry management.
• MBA will be an added advantage
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both written and verbal
• Exceptional knowledge of Animal and Livestock farming and attendant success factors and risks management know how
• Expert knowledge of modem technologies for managing medium & large scale farm complexes profitably
• Ability to translate strategies into implementable annual and medium term operating plans,
• IT Proficiency

FARM ACCOUNTANT
• Prepare financial management reports and ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met
• Develop and maintain financial data bases and coordinate the audit process
• Ensure accurate and appropriate recording and analysis of revenues and expenses
• Prepare profit and loss statements and monthly closing and cost accounting reports
• Analyze revenue & expenditure trends, recommend appropriate budget levels, and ensure expenditure control
• Monitor and review accounting and related system reports for accuracy and completeness
• Interact with internal and external auditors in completing audits

REQUIREMENTS
• Accounting degree or equivalent and knowledge of auditing practices and principles
• Minimum of 6 years' experience in the management of financial systems and budgets, financial reporting, financial data analysis, auditing, taxation and providing financial advice
• Knowledge of accepted accounting practices and principles
• Good knowledge of financial and accounting software applications

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Qualified and interested candidates should send, electronically, their detailed resume stating the position they are applying for as the subject of the email to: [email protected]

within 7th December, 2010.