Mobil/ESSO/NNPC Postgraduate Scholarship for 2014 Awards

Since 1974, ExxonMobil upstream
affiliates in Nigeria – Esso Exploration
and production Nigeria Limited (EEPNL)
and Mobil Producing Nigeria (MPN)
have supported the education of
thousands of Nigerian students through
the Companies’ various scholarship
schemes. These schemes include:
Undergraduate Scholarship Awards
This program is funded by Mobil
Producing Nigeria, operator of the
Nigerian National Petroleum
Corporation (NNPC)/MPN Joint
Venture. Since 1998, a total of 500
undergraduate scholarships are
awarded annually. This is a significant
increase on the 13 awards offered at
inception of the scheme in 1974. The
awards are made to suitably qualified
students from every state of the
federation, including the Federal Capital
Territory (FCT). However, about 62 per
cent of the total NNPC/MPN
Undergraduate scholarship awards are
allocated to students who are
indigenes of the operational
communities/ States - Akwa Ibom
(50%) and Rivers States (12%). There
is also a merit award (10%) to the best
50 candidates in the selection tests.
The remaining places go to students
from other states including the Federal
Capital territory (FCT), based on merit
and fair geographical spread. The
current scholarship awards are for
disciplines in Engineering (Petroleum,
Chemical Mechanical, Electrical/
Electronics and Civil,) Geology/
Geophysics, Medicine, Agricultural
Science (and related fields) as well as
Computer Science.
International and National Post
Graduate Scholarship Awards
These programs are sponsored by
Esso Exploration and Production
Nigeria Limited (EEPNL) in production
sharing contract with the Nigerian
National Petroleum Corporation
(NNPC), with Shell Nigeria Exploration
and Production Company (SNEPCO) as
co-venturer The awards, which focus
on Geosciences and Engineering
disciplines are part of efforts at
developing people for rewarding and
productive careers in the petroleum
industry. To qualify for these
scholarship awards, the candidates
must have a first degree (First Class or
Second Class Upper Division in
Geosciences or Engineering disciplines
obtained from a Nigerian university,
provisional admission for a Master’s
degree program in any of the above
stated disciplines in a recognized
University either in Nigeria or the USA,
Canada, United Kingdom or any EU
country, for the national or
international post graduate award
respectively. The candidates must also
be among the top performers in the
selection tests and interviews
conducted.
As at 2012, a total of 100 young
Nigerians have been sponsored for
international post graduate studies
since 1994, while another 109 persons
have gone through similar programs in
Nigerian universities since 2007 These
scholarship programs are amongst
several initiatives by the ExxonMobil
upstream subsidiary companies EEPNL
and MPN), along with the respective
partners and co-venturer, to help build
capacities of young and brilliant
Nigerians and further boost pool of
qualified manpower for career
opportunities in Nigeria and abroad.
In continuation of efforts to provide
opportunities for developing careers in
the petroleum industry, Esso
Exploration and Production Nigeria
Limited (EEPNL) is offering
Scholarships to outstanding Nigerian
graduates wishing to pursue
International post-graduate studies in
the under listed disciplines:
Geosciences
Engineering (Petroleum,
Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical,
Electronics, Civil/Structural,
Marine and Subsea)
Eligibility:
To qualify, applicants MUST:
1. Must be a graduate from a Nigerian
University
2. Must possess a Bachelor's degree
with a minimum of second class upper
division in any of the listed Engineering
and Geosciences disciplines.
3. Must have provisional admission to
undertake full-time postgraduate study
at an accredited Nigerian
University (MSc or MEng) in the
2014/2015 academic session.
4. Specialization in Geophysics would
be an advantage.
The NNPC/ESSO scholarship award
applies to tuition, books,
accommodation and living expenses
for the duration of the selected course
of study.
Please note:
Application closes Midnight,
Tuesday 24th October, 2014.
Shortlisted Candidates will be
contacted with details of the
qualifying test via SMS text and
Email.
Employees of ExxonMobil
Subsidiary companies in Nigeria
and their dependents are not
eligible for this Scholarship.
Before you start this application
1. Ensure you have clear scanned
copies of the following documents:
Passport photograph (with white
background not more than 3
months old)
Valid ID card
Proof of provisional admission for
Postgraduate Study into any
reputable university
First Degree Certificate
Birth Certificate
2. Ensure you label these scanned
documents accordingly, to avoid
mixing up documents during upload.
3. Ensure you attach the
appropriate documents when asked to
upload.
To apply, Follow the steps below:
a)    Click on "apply now" tab.
b) Click on "Register Now" to create
an account.
c) Click on http://scholastica.ng/
schemes/2014nnpceepnl to return to
Scholarship site.
d) Enter your registered email and
password to upload your information.
e) Enter your personal information,
educational information, National
Identity Number (if available), other
information and upload required
scanned documents.
f) Ensure the name used used in
applications matches the names on all
documentation in same order. Upload
a sworn affidavit or certificate
otherwise.
g) Ensure you view all documents
after uploading, to eliminate errors
during uploading.
h) Recheck application information to
avoid errors.
i) Click "apply now" to submit
information.
j) You will receive an email and
sms that confirms your application
was successful.
NOTE:
1. Multiple applications shall lead to
disqualification
2. You must apply before you begin
verification of your application
details.
Q1. Why E-Applications?
A1. In the past, you travel kilometers
to submit application forms. You
spend thousands of Naira you do not
have to mail them. Your applications
get lost in the mail. Even when you
make it through your Invitations get
lost in the mail. Today, Because we are
very interested in making this process
as seamless and stress-free for you as
possible and it is very important we
get your application. To ensure a faster
and transparent process, we have
upgraded this process to
accommodate progressive
technology. Now you can apply from
anywhere, no need to travel long
distances. Applications can be
monitored via your emails and sms,
update your application profiles from
any where and be more confident that
your application will get to us.
Q2. How will I know if I am eligible?
A2. The Awarding body will contact
you
Q3. Do I need to pay to facilitate the
application?
A3. You are strongly advised not to
patronize anyone by cash or kind.
This award is strictly based on merit
and meeting the award criteria.Note:
Please ensure you understand the
Instructions carefully before you start
this application to avoid errors and
disqualification.
To apply visit:
http://scholastica.ng/schemes/2014nnpceepnl

For further enquiries
call: 07088609791, 07011962033 (Call
lines are open from 9am to 5pm
Mondays to Fridays)
Email: scholastica@dragnet-
solutions.com

Port Harcourt Oil & Gas Job Opening Positions at Baker Hughes-October, 2014

Baker Hughes is a leading supplier of
oilfield services, products, technology
and systems to the worldwide oil and
natural gas industry. By being the
service company that best anticipates,
understands and exceeds our customers’
expectations, Baker Hughes Advances
Reservoir Performance. The company’s
57,000-plus employees work in more
than 80 countries in geomarket teams
that help customers find, evaluate, drill,
produce, transport and process
hydrocarbon resources. Baker Hughes’
technology centers in the world’s leading
energy markets are pushing the
boundaries to overcome progressively
more complex challenges.
Baker Hughes develops solutions
designed to help manage operating
expenses, maximize reserve recovery
and boost overall return on investment
through the entire life cycle of an oil or
gas asset. Collaboration is the foundation
upon which Baker Hughes builds our
business and develops next-generation
products and services for drilling and
evaluation, completions and production
and fluids and chemicals.
Coiled Tubing Field
Specialists
Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
Experience: 5 years
Job Field: Engineering / Technical
Oil and Gas / Energy

ABOUT THIS JOB
Baker Hughes Incorporated is looking for
Coiled Tubing Field Specialists. We are
looking for specialists with great field
experience.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES /
ACCOUNTABILITIES
Provides leadership and
supervision to assigned
equipment operators in the use of
equipment, controls the use of
materials, and monitors and
records the progression of service
and use of materials at the job
site.
Works closely with the
customer.
Effectively conducts self and
crew in such a manner as to
assure customer satisfaction.
Execute other related duties as
assigned.
Conduct all business activities
in accordance with Baker Hughes
HSE policies, Legal Compliance
requirements and Baker Hughes
Core Values.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS /
REQUIREMENTS
5+ years previous experience
in Coiled Tubing
Coiled Tubing experience
pertaining to product knowledge,
equipment operations knowledge,
calculations and hands on
training and expertise in specific
discipline.
Excellent English written and
spoken communications skills.
Offshore Survival certificate
required

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
Off-shore experience is
beneficial
Degree- qualified would be
advantageous but not essential
Drilling Coordinator
Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
Experience:10 years
Job Field: Engineering / Technical
Oil and Gas / Energy

ABOUT THIS JOB
Baker Hughes has an exciting
opportunity for a Drilling Coordinator to join our team in Nigeria.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/
ACCOUNTABILITIES
Plan for Asset Inventory
Headcount
Monitor Contract performance
Monitor Job Quality & Failure
Investigation Analysis
Develop personnel & evaluate
their performance
Develop up sell strategies
Ensure Compliance with Baker
Hughes HSE and Clients HSE
Standards
Take all necessary actions to
ensure the success of the project
Responsible for ensuring sales
(revenue) and profitability (net) is
in line with or exceeded company
standards
Review and appraise the
performance of subordinates,
consistent with performance
objectives, and determines the
need for additional training in a
fair and consistent manner
Responsible for training,
coaching and mentoring less
experienced Directional Drillers
Fully responsible for pre-job
planning (equipment and
personnel) and mobilization
Knowledge of Directional
Drilling /Measurement While
Drilling and all surveying methods
Expert knowledge on advanced
well planning
Assist clients by providing
solutions for drilling issues
Be the client’s focal point for
drilling operations at the rig site
Effectively manage inventory
and supplies required at the well
site
Actively participated in
knowledge sharing
Ensured all Rig reports
reporting requirements were
fulfilled accurately and on a timely
basis
Follow up failures with the
maintenance team and ensure
failure reports are closed with
clients
Prepare invoices on time

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS/
REQUIREMENTS
High School diploma.
Bachelor’s degree is preferred
10+ years’ experience in an
oilfield operations environment.
Thorough understanding of
customer requirements
Thorough understanding of
processes and procedures
relating to the operating area
Proficient in the use of PC’s
Ability to use highly
specialized and advanced skills,
knowledge and techniques in
problem recognition and solution
development
Excellent communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS/
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Knowledge of SAP
Senior Deepwater
Cementing Field
Specialists
Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND
Experience: 8 years
Job Field: Engineering / Technical
Oil and Gas / Energy

ABOUT THIS JOB
Baker Hughes Incorporated is looking for
Senior Deepwater Cementing Field
Specialists with solid Cementing
experience for its Nigerian Operations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES /
ACCOUNTABILITIES
Provides leadership and
supervision to assigned
equipment operators in the use of
equipment, controls the use of
materials, and monitors and
records the progression of service
and use of materials at the job
site.
Works closely with the
customer.
Effectively conducts self and
crew in such a manner as to
assure customer satisfaction.
Execute other related duties as
assigned.
Conduct all business activities
in accordance with Baker Hughes
HSE policies, Legal Compliance
requirements and Baker Hughes
Core Values.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS /
REQUIREMENTS
8+ years previous experience
in Cementing.
Deepwater experience is
essential
Cementing experience
pertaining to product knowledge,
equipment operations knowledge,
calculations and hands on
training and expertise in specific
discipline.
Excellent English written and
spoken communications skills.
Offshore Survival certificate
required

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
Degree – qualified would be
advantageous but not essential
Method of Application
Interested and suitably qualified
candidates should visit:

www.nga.jobs/baker-hughes/careers/?location=portharcourt

Jobs in Nigeria at IBM for the Position of Pre-Sales Architect

International Business Machines Corporation (IBM), is an American multinational technology and consulting corporation, with headquarters in Armonk, New York, United States. IBM manufactures and sells computer hardware and software, and offers infrastructure, hosting and consulting services in areas ranging from mainframe computers to nanotechnology.

we are recruiting for the following position:

Job Title: Pre-Sales Architect

Location: Lagos

Responsibilities

• Participates in translation of the client's business requirements to define the structures of solutions and architectures and can include systems, applications, and process components. The Architect understands client needs, works in levels of abstraction, applies industry knowledge, and leverages appropriate business elements and information technology to address those needs. This includes working as a team member with client personnel to identify functional and non-functional requirements and subsequently working with or in some instances leading others in the identification, justification and design of the client's solution.
• Participates in a wide range of design activities, from requirements analysis through systems, application and/or process design specification. This position requires knowledge across multiple platforms, processes or architectures.
• Knowledge Management: Global knowledge sharing and management is key to IBM's success. Will participate in, and/or be responsible for the creation, harvesting, protection, and reuse of IBM's intellectual capital. They will participate actively in knowledge sharing activities like communities of practice, forums, conferences and/or other knowledge exchanges.
• Communication/Negotiation:
• Advises other professionals (Project Managers, Architects and IT Specialists) in team on tools, technology and methodology related to the design and development of architectural solutions, and participates in evaluation and selection. May be asked to research special topics as part of team responsibilities.Works effectively with other team members to understand customer needs and to design, evaluate and develop architectural solutions which meet those needs. Guides and influences team members, including customer, vendor and subcontractor personnel, and IBMers to accomplish the team's technical and schedule goals.
• Negotiates effectively with team members (vendors, subcontractors, customers and IBMers) to identify each member's role in solution design and development, agree on specific problem-solving, requirements analysis and design tasks and associated work products, and to define approaches for producing them.
• Recognizes and articulates complex problems related to the solution being developed.
• Applies creativity and judgment in development of multiple architectural solutions related to project objectives.
• Analyses problems and creates solutions involving business, I/T technology, methodology, process, tools and solution components.
• Regularly participates in overall functional planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• At least 2 years experience in Applying creativity and judgment in development of multiple architectural solutions related to project objectives.
• At least 2 years experience in Analysing problems and creating solutions involving business, I/T technology, methodology, process, tools and solution components
• At least 2 years experience in Excellent written and verbal communications skills and Demonstrated track record as a team player
• Fluent in English:

Preferred

• Master's Degree
• At least 3 years experience in Applying creativity and judgment in development of multiple architectural solutions related to project objectives.
• At least 3 years experience in Analysing problems and creating solutions involving business, I/T technology, methodology, process, tools and solution components
• At least 3 years experience in Excellent written and verbal communications skills and Demonstrated track record as a team player

Application Closing Date
May 14, 2013

Method Of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
click here to apply

Job Vacancies at Reddington Hospital in Nigeria - Massive Employment in Reddington Hospital for Positions of Nurses, Medical Officers, etc.

The Reddington Hospital has been newly built on nine floors, on the same site as the Cardiac Centre, next to Mega Plaza, and provides care in all fields of Internal Medicine, including its special expertise in Cardiology, with its own Coronary and Intensive Care Unit.
It now also provides Renal Dialysis, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, Surgery (including Endoscopy and Day-case Surgery), Ophthalmology, ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) Surgery, Radiology and Psychiatry.
These are all supported by the latest technology, provided by giants in the various fields – the MRI is from GE, the CT scanner from Toshiba, the endoscopes from Olympus and Storz, and there is much more from Huntleigh, Datex, Bronelon, Penlon, Newport, Air-Shield and so on.
Applications are invited from qualified and skillful candidates for the following positions at Reddington Hospital, an internationally quality accredited facility:
Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist

Consultant Pediatrician

Consultant Radiologist
Consultant Anaesthetist and Critical care
Senior Medical Officers
Doctors and Nurses for Quality Assurance Duties
Staff Nurses and Midwives
Neonatal ICU Nurses
Radiographers
Marketing Executives
Remuneration
Very attractive with opportunities for further career development.
General Requirements/Qualifications:
All applicants must have completed the required professional training and qualifications for their disciplines from recognized institutions. Full registration and affiliation with relevant bodies.
Application Closing Date
23rd April, 2013
Method of Application:
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their applications, copies of credentials and CV’s to:
The Human Resource Manager,
The Reddington  Multi-Specialist Hospital,
12, Idowu Martins Street, Victoria Island,
Lagos.
or
to: recruitment@reddingtonhospital.com
Note:
(Only short listed candidates will be contacted).

World Bank Recruitment in Nigeria, April 2013/World Bank Job Opening in Abuja, Nigeria for Different Positions

The World Bank is an international financial institution that provides loans[3] to developing countries for capital programs. The World Bank’s official goal is the reduction of poverty.
The body is currently recruiting as seen below:
Job #:130874
Job Title:Procurement Specialist
Job: FamilyProcurement
Job Type:Professional & Technical
Grade:GF
Location:Abuja, Nigeria
Recruitment Type:Local Hire
Language Requirement:English [Essential]
Closing Date:21-Apr-2013
Background / General description:
The World Bank, Country Office in Nigeria is looking for a highly organized, energized and experienced professional, capable of operating effectively in a very demanding fast-paced environment to serve as a local Procurement Specialist.

The procurement services, in Africa Region of the World Bank, are provided by a Procurement – West (AFTPW) and Procurement – East (AFTPE) that is part of the Africa Core Operations Services Sector. (AFTOS). AFTOS also includes, Development Effectiveness (AFTDE), Financial Management – East (AFTME), Financial Management – West (AFTMW) and Safeguards (AFTSG) .
The Procurement Specialist will be located in the World Bank Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria to support Bank’s operations in Nigeria and in other countries assigned from time to time. S/he will also work on country procurement system improvements. The work implies frequent interaction with Managers and Technical Specialists in the sector and country management units and staff from other agencies, donors, consultants and borrowers. More specifically, working together with other procurement specialists in the same country office, and under the guidance and supervision of the Lead Procurement Specialist (Procurement Hub Coordinator) based in the Nigeria country office, and under the management of Regional Procurement Manager – West (RPM) based in Washington.
Note: If the selected candidate is a current Bank Group staff member with a Regular or Open-Ended appointment, s/he will retain his/her Regular or Open-Ended appointment. All others will be offered a 5 year term appointment.
Duties
Specifically, the incumbent will be responsible for the following:
• Provide procurement support during project preparation; and project implementation (including prior and post reviews of all procurement documents and decisions for selected projects in Nigeria, and other countries as required from time to time, of the projects portfolio financed by the Bank;
• Assist the Borrower in procurement capacity building activities including support during country procurement assessment and the procurement reform process;
• Work on procurement matters across sectors in the performance of the Bank’s fiduciary and service functions, seeking guidance on complex projects/issues from senior procurement staff;
• Review and handle the technical, commercial and legal aspects of procurement (in consultation with Legal and Policy departments as necessary) at all stages of the project cycle;
• Provide operational advice to clients and Bank staff on concepts, policies and procedures for international and local procurement;
• Participate in missions as procurement expert on projects; assess procurement implications of project design, evaluate institutional capacity of borrowers and develop suitable procurement plans; conduct prior and post reviews of Bank-financed contracts;
• Participate in country procurement assessments; prepare background analysis; collaborate on developing appropriate public procurement legislation and practices;
• Negotiate and resolve difficult procurement issues with Borrower agencies and handle questions/ complaints from senior officials and contractors on bidding and award issues;
• Prepare a range of procurement-related documents and reports; and providing guidance and training to junior procurement staff.
• Under the guidance of the Procurement Hub Coordinator, review and handle procurement-related complaints and misprocurement cases, and liaise with the Department of Institutional Integrity (INT) on cases relating to fraud and corruption in procurement and contracting process.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with Bank’s procurement fiduciary policies and performance against Bank service standards for procurement under projects in the Nigeria portfolio.
Selection Criteria
A Masters degree with a major in a relevant discipline (e.g. Engineering, Law, Procurement, Finance, Business or Commerce) and relevant training in procurement work.
• At least five (5) years of direct relevant work experience as Procurement Specialist or alternatively, having had responsibilities with a substantial content of his/her position in the procurement area in or outside the World Bank;
• Good knowledge of all concepts and principles of and approaches to international procurement, and of public procurement systems;
• Knowledge and understanding of technical, commercial and legal aspects of procurement at all phases of Bank lending operations;
• Demonstrated analytical clarity, problem-solving skills and negotiating skills with ability to balance project objectives and procurement requirements with client needs;
• Task/ Project management skills;
• Strong communication skills in presenting, discussing and resolving difficult issues, both orally and in writing, and excellent listening skills;
• Ability to deal sensitively with a multi-cultural environment and build effective business relationships with clients and colleagues within a matrix management environment;
• Ability to function effectively in multi-disciplinary teams with a matrix management environment;
• Exceptional degree of integrity, judgment and tact in handling the most sensitive, diverse and confidential material.
• Understanding of Bank business objectives, policies and practices related to project/sector and critical links to procurement is desirable.
• experience in public procurement reforms will be an advantage;
COMPETENCIES
Procurement Principles – Possesses solid knowledge of public procurement principles, regulations and approaches to international procurement with proven ability to independently provide well researched analyses of complex procurement issues and problems.
Bank Procurement Policies – Possesses solid knowledge of Bank procurement policies and procedures and their application to Bank operations.
Procurement Transactions – Possesses broad experience in procurement process and planning, including bidding documents, evaluation reports and contracts.
Procurement Under Bank Financed Operations – Has solid knowledge of technical, commercial and legal aspects of procurement in Bank lending operations with ability to carry out capacity assessment, risk mitigation design plan and procurement arrangements for relatively non-complex operations.
Public Procurement Systems & Reform – Has knowledge and experience in the contribution to procurement AAA; familiar with main public procurement systems and PFM assessment tools used by the Bank.
Operational Project Management – Demonstrates broad knowledge of project management tools & methodologies; identifies key risks and mitigation measures; interprets background analysis and proposed solutions.
Client Orientation – Takes personal responsibility and accountability for timely response to client queries, requests or needs, working to remove obstacles that may impede execution or overall success.
Drive for Results – Takes personal ownership and accountability to meet deadlines and achieve agreed-upon results, and has the personal organization to do so.
Teamwork (Collaboration) and Inclusion – Collaborates with other team members and contributes productively to the team’s work and output, demonstrating respect for different points of view.
Knowledge, Learning and Communication – Actively seeks knowledge needed to complete assignments and shares knowledge with others, communicating and presenting information in a clear and organized manner.
Business Judgment and Analytical Decision Making – Analyzes facts and data to support sound, logical decisions regarding own and others’ work.
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