Jobs at Nextzon

Jobs at Nextzon
Friday, October 23, 2009
A technology company positioned to provide a wide range of services to the financial services sector and it is the largest direct online supplier of niche products ranging from computer products and accessories to consumer electronics. The company requires highly innovated, ambitious and tenacious individuals with strong personalities to further develop her business. Respondents must also be determined and result-oriented and must possess commercial and strategic skills to ensure that P&L target for the business units are achieved and exceeded.

HR & ADMIN MANAGER (NXT/PRAG I)
The position is responsible for all Human Resource management activities including recruitment and selection, performance management, training and development, compensation /benefit administration and management, policy development and enforcement and organization and supervision of all the administrative activities that facilitate smooth operations of an organization.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree in industrial Relations & Personnel Management or any other relevant course.
• At least 4 years of experience in Human Resource and office administration.
• Excellent writing and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to set priorities, delegate work, motivate and develop staff.
• High level of computer literacy.
• Working language of the Nigerian Labour Law.
• Good understanding of Human Resource concepts, theories and methodologies.
• Good documentations know how.
• Ability to work well under deadline pressure and handle multiple jobs and responsibilities simultaneously.
• Good understanding of the Nigerian market and artisans behavioral tendencies.
• Good filing and book keeping know how.

ADMIN OFFICER (NXT/PRAG II)
The position is responsible for providing administrative support to the company.
Skills/Competencies:
• A good first degree.
• At least 2 years of experience in similar position.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work with tight deadlines.
• Organizational skills, particularly in respect to maintaining filing systems and events management.
• Ability to use Word Processing software (e.g. Microsoft Word), email (e.g. Microsoft Outlook), the internet, relational databases (Microsoft Access) and spread sheets (e.g. Microsoft Excel).

HEAD OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (NXT/PRAG III)
The successful candidate will play a key part in the delivery of the Business Plan as well as contributing to the development of IT strategies. He/She will be responsible for formulating IT strategies, monitoring and maintaining all systems, application services and IT infrastructure in the company, working and liaising with information technology vendors and providers.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree in sciences/engineering
• At least 4 years of experience in IT with at least 2 years in a management position
• Demonstrated experience in streaming and automating IT tasks such as networks, monitoring, helpdesk functions or computer development
• Configuration management, network management, performance management, quality management and risk management
• Understanding of systems integration and system security
• Demonstrated competence in the following software environments: Windows 2003 Server, Windows 2000 Server, Windows XP Professional, SQL Server 2005, Backup Execution, Exchange 2003, etc
• Additional IT qualification will be an added advantage
• Project management skills
• Leadership and management skills
• Good Knowledge of technologies and platforms.

NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR (NXT/PRAG IV)
The successful candidate will be responsible for local area network (LAN) set up, installation and monitoring. He/She will perform a variety of maintenance, evaluation, installation and training tasks to ensure LAN performance meets company and user requirements.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree in sciences/engineering
• At least 2 years of experience in IT
• Demonstrated experience in streaming and automating IT tasks such as networks, monitoring, helpdesk functions or computer development
• Configuration management, network management, performance management, quality management and risk management
• Understanding of systems integration and system security
• Ability to troubleshoot networks, systems applications to identify and correct malfunctions and other operational difficulties.

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (NXT/PRAG V)
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing both operational and programmatic support to the organization. He/She will oversee all accounting and financial functions including matters as they relate to budget management, cost benefit analysis, forecasting needs and the securing of new funding.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree in Accounting or Finance related field.
• A recognized professional accounting qualification i.e. ACA, ACCA or an equivalent certification
• At least 5 years of experience in similar position.
• A good knowledge of financial and tax Management
• Computer literacy – appreciation of the use of Microsoft and accounting packages (knowledge of Tally added advantage)
• Good organizational, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Confident, proactive and with high level of self motivation
• Personal qualities of integrity, creditability and commitment
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent communications and relationship management skills.

ACCOUNTS OFFICER (NXT/PRAG VI)
The successful candidate will be responsible for financial and accounting records and assisting in the smooth running of the finance unit.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree in Accounting or any other related field
• Professional qualification will be an added advantage
• At least 2 years of experience in similar position.
• Good Knowledge of booking practices, techniques and terminologies
• Good Knowledge of basic accounting principles and Tax practices
• Experience in maintaining financial records and preparing financial reports accurately
• Experience with accounting software

BRAND & OFFICER (NXT/PRAG VII)
The successful candidate will conceptualize and enforce the visual identity of the organization, increase brand awareness as well as plan, develop and direct the marketing efforts of the organization and its products. The individual would also oversee development and maintenance of the company website.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree in social sciences or art
• At least 2 years of experience in branding and product strategy development
• Ability to develop and interpret marketing plans
• Ability to understand the market trends as well as forecast
• Good communication and presentation skills
• Experience in building and managing a company’s brand

PRODUCT MANAGER (NXT/PRAG VIII)
The position is responsible for planning and developing the marketing strategy for our collection of computer and consumer electronic products.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree
• At least 3 years of experience in marketing with emphasis on product management
• Successful track record of product planning and execution with complex products (including new product launches)
• Accountable for accurate revenue projections

SALES OFFICER (NXT/PRAG IX)
The position is responsible for selling the products and services of that company. The successful candidate will implement business development and sales strategies to enable the organization meet it sales goals.
Skills and Competencies:
• A good first degree in social sciences
• At least 2 years of experience in similar position.
• Ability to make presentation to groups and determine the needs of customers
• Ability to persuade and influence others
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills
• Strong networking, interpersonal and relationship management skills

Method of Application:
If you are interested in any of these positions, please send in your resume stating the reference code of the position applied for as the subject of the application. Applications should be submitted to [email protected]

Closing Date: 27th October, 2009.