NDDC Post-Graduate Application for Foreign Scholarship Program 2016 (Masters)

Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) invites Applications for suitable and Qualified Niger Delta Indigents for its 2016/2017 Masters Program.

As part of our Human Resource Development initiatives, Niger Delta Development Commission NDDC, is commencing the 2016 Post-Graduate Foreign Scholarship Programme, to equip Niger Deltans with relevant training and skills for effective participation in the Local Content programme of the Federal Government, as well as compete globally in various professional fields.

2016 Post-Graduate Foreign Scholarship Programme (Masters)

Description

The Scheme is for suitably qualified applicants with relevant Bachelor's/Master's Degree from recognized Universities in the following professional disciplines:

• Engineering
• Medical Sciences (M.Sc. Public Health excluded)
• Computer Science/Technology
• Geology
• Geosciences
• Environmental Sciences
• Agriculture
• Environmental or Gas/Oil Law
• Project Management

Application Requirements

• First Degree with minimum of 2nd Class Lower Division for those wishing to undertake a Master's Degree programme and a good Master's Degree for PhD candidates from a recognized University.
• Applicants must have gained admission for a Post Graduate Programme in any of the listed disciplines above, in a foreign University.
• Applicants who have already enrolled in overseas' universities are NOT eligible to apply.
• Guarantor's written consent of good conduct of the applicant from any of the following persons from the applicant's community/clan:
  • Member of National Assembly
  • Chairman of the LGA.
  • First class traditional ruler.
  • High Court Judge
• Persons with evidence of cult membership or criminal record shall not be considered for the award.
• Applicants must have completed the mandatory National Youth Service (NYSC).
• Applicants must have a valid Admission Letter from a Foreign University.

Application Closing Date

22nd April, 2016.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should:

Click here to apply online

Application must be made on-line with the following attachments:

• Recent passport photograph
• Local Government identification letter.
• Post Graduate (PG) admission letter from Overseas University.
• Relevant Degrees from recognized University.
• N.Y.S.C Discharge Certificate

Note:

• Successfully completed application form will be assigned a registration number automatically.
• Print the hard copy of the on-line generated acknowledgement for ease of reference.
• All shortlisted applicants will be posted HERE

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Nigeria LNG Limited Post Graduate Scholarship Scheme 2016

Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) seeks the applications from qualified candidates for the NLNG Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme for entry into Masters Programmes in the United Kingdom in September 2016.

Nigeria LNG Limited Post-Graduate Scholarship Scheme 2016

Criteria For Award

Prospective beneficiaries must:

• Have a provisional admission from select UK institutions to study any of the following disciplines:
  • Engineering,
  • Geosciences,
  • Environmental Sciences,
  • Management Sciences,
  • Information Technology,
  • Law
  • Medicine
• Possess a minimum of 2nd Class Upper degree in a relevant field of study
• Have completed the NYSC programme
• Be no more than 30 years of age
• Be Nigerian nationals resident in Nigeria
• Provide identification documents from their LGAs
• Possess an international passport valid for travel at least one year from September 2016
• Provide evidence that they are available to travel in September 201 6 if selected
• Not be a spouse, child nor ward of staff of Nigeria LNG Limited

Application Closing Date

19th June, 2016.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:

Click here to apply online

Note: All requested documents must be attached. Only shortlisted applicants shall be invited for the selection interview. Applicants are therefore advised to be on the lookout for the short list on the NLNG website.

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British Council Nigeria Vacancy : Graduate Customer Service Officers

The British Council is set to recruit for the position of a suitable and qualified graduate for the positions of Customer Service Officers. We are the world's leading cultural relations organization and creates opportunities for people in the UK and worldwide to understand each other, to work together and learn from one another. We see this as crucial to building secure, more prosperous and sustainable futures for us all. We build trust and understanding between different countries and cultures and develop strong international links that are of benefit to people in Britain and the rest of the world.

We are recruiting to fill the below position of:

Job Title: Customer Service Officer

Location: Abuja

Region: Sub Saharan Africa

Department: Exams, Nigeria

Job Category: Customer Services

Pay Band: 4

Purpose of Job

• To support the achievement of country plan objectives in Abuja and all Nigeria by delivering customer services.
• To maintain them at the highest professional standards as set out in the British Council's EQS (Examination Quality Standards) and by the IELTS Partners.

Context and Environment

• Customers and enquirers engage with the British Council Nigeria for a number of purposes with the majority being for examinations. Nigeria is the largest British Council exams business in the Sub Saharan Africa region. It administers exams in four subject areas: Schools, Professional/Vocational, and Educational on behalf of UK institutions and IELTS. In 2013-14 we will deliver roughly 75,000 exams to 25,000 candidates. The Nigerian team comprises 23 people; 15 are based in Lagos with 6 in Abuja and 5 in Port Harcourt.
• The SSA region delivers exams in over 20 countries from its offices in 16 of these countries. In 2010, we delivered a quarter of a million exams to over 120k candidates. Growth in the region is robust, but our challenges are many. Nevertheless, Exams teams are making solid gains in our 4 strategic priority areas, namely: improving business performance, improving quality, improving financial compliance and increasing impact.
• The post holder will be part of the team of 6 who administer the growing Exams business in Abuja ensuring quality and compliance as well as control of income and expenditure to deliver on target.

Accountabilities and Responsibilities(including people management and finance):

• As Customer Services Officer the post holder will be line managed by the Exams Services Manager in Abuja
• Quality: to deliver a high standard of customer service to our customers, schools and exams candidates. Performance is measured by our own Exams Quality Standards
• All administrative procedures are in full compliance with examination board regulations and EQS standards.
• Finance: all British Council standards for managing finances are met with relation to managing Purchase Orders, managing contracts and procurement.

Main Duties

To provide services that support all British Council customers and implement action points in the Nigeria Customer Service improvement strategy. This involves ensuring that:

• Front desk is always manned during operational hours
• Visitors are attended to immediately and appropriately
• Phone enquiries answered within 45 seconds of first ring
• Email enquiries are attended to promptly and escalated from regional email centre as per agreed service level agreement
• Daily / weekly balanced reconciliations are completed and "parked" on the financial system and spreadsheet.
• Complaints, comments and feedback are dealt with in accordance with corporate policy and the Exams Quality Standards.
• Provide support/assistance to the Exams Team on all aspects of Customer Service
• Use the E-Africa website as the single authoritative source of information for all enquiry handling
• To provide administrative support in the delivery of workshops, seminars and any other project related services in line with Exams Quality Standards (EQS)
• All service registration procedures (e.g. Exams, Certification and other programme registration) are fully understood and implemented to agreed standards.
• Information about the full range of British Council products and services is clearly and confidently articulated to customers, encouraging customer engagement and cross-selling
• To regularly attend staff meetings to both gain and impart knowledge about our customers, products and services
• Regular communication and working is maintained with back-of-house teams

Equal opportunity and Diversity:

• To ensure that planning, delivery and implementation of managed projects are executed in line with the standards of EO&D

Information Knowledge Management:

• Manage information created and received in compliance with British Council's information management standards, policies, the UK data protection principles and local legislation

Stock keeping of materials:

• Maintaining logs of preparation materials

Venue Staff and Clerical Markers Management:

• Assist in recruitment, training, monitoring of venue staff to board and EQS standards.

Exams Marketing:

• To assist Centre Manager in collecting qualitative and quantitative marketing data.

Finance:

• Ensure that payments are collected, receipts issued and accurately posted on the system

Deputising/sickness or holiday cover:

• To deputise, by agreement, for other examination colleagues in Abuja office.

Other Duties

• To discharge other centre-related duties and activities as directed by the Centre Manager

Key Relationships

• Internal: Abuja Exams team, Lagos team, Port Harcourt team, Country Exams Manager, Deputy Country Exams Manager
• External: Venue Staff, IELTS Examiners, Enquirers, Candidates, Customer Service staff

Person Specification

Behaviours

Essential:

• Connecting with others (essential): Making regular opportunities to understand others better.
• Working together (essential): Establishing a genuinely common goal with others.
• Being Accountable (more demanding)
• Shaping the future (essential):
• Look for ways in which we can do things better.
• Creating Shared Purpose (essential)
• Making it happen (essential):

Assessment Stage:

These behaviours will be needed to successfully carry out the role, but will not be assessed for recruitment purposes.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential:

• Marketing and Customer Service - Level 1
• Computer Skills - Level 1
• English Language proficiency to IELTS band 7.5 in all areas (or equivalent).

Desirable:

• Knowledge of the education and qualification systems in the UK and Nigeria

Assessment Stage

Short listing & Interview:

Experience

Essential:

• Dealing with customers and enquiries in a service environment.
• Providing and monitoring service within quality standards.
• Working quickly and accurately to tight deadlines.
• Experience of handling and reporting on payments from customers.

Desirable:

• Experience of delivering examinations in a timely and secure manner.
• Managing and training casual staff

Qualifications 

Essential:

• Education to degree level or equivalent

Application Closing Date

5th February, 2016.

Start Date

As Soon As Possible (ASAP).

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should:

Click here to apply online

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SPDC Internship / Research Programme for Postgraduate Students for 2015 / 2016

The Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC)  currently accept a[pplications for its Internship / Research Programme for Postgraduate Students for 2015 / 2016 . We are Nigeria's oldest energy company, and has a long term and continuing commitment to the country, its people and the economy. As one of the world's leading energy companies Shell plays a key role in helping to meet the world's growing energy demand in economically, environmentally and socially responsible ways.

The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited - We hereby announce the commencement of the 2015/2016 Postgraduate Internship / Research Programmes

Internship / Research Attachment for Postgraduate University Students

Duration:12 months (non-renewable).

Job Description

• The Postgraduate Research Internship programme (which is different from the Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) is aimed at providing opportunities for talented Nigerians to gain work experience and carry out topical research within Shell Exploration and Production Companies in Nigeria (SEPCiN).

Discipline Areas

• Specialist Geology/Geoscience. (Biostratigraphy, Sequence Stratigraphy, Sedimentology, and Sedimentary Petrography),
• Environment (Environmental Monitoring, Remediation, and Impact assessment, Carbon / Energy Management),
• Occupational Health (Industrial Hygiene)

Requirements

• Open primarily to talented Nigerian postgraduate students currently enrolled in Nigerian universities, but in exceptional cases, Nigerians studying abroad could be considered.
• Master's degree students must be under 30 years by January 2nd, 2016 and PhD students should be under 35 years by January 2nd, 2016 to qualify.

Application Closing Date

30th April, 2015

Method of Application

Applications from candidates should consist of:

• An application letter,
• A curriculum vitae including applicant’s contact phone number, email address, as well as contact information of three referees and
• A titled, 3-page summary of candidate’s postgraduate research programme including study background, technical objectives, /methodology/data required, and expected outcome /Selection will be based on postgraduate programmes/ proposals that are pertinent to SEPCiN business objectives and only students with the highest potential will pass screening.

All documents should be mailed to: shellnigeria@shell.com (and copy SPDC-University-Liaision-Portfolio@shell.com

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PTDF List of LSS Successful Candidates for 2014/2015 Scholarship Award

The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) wishes to inform the general public and Nigerian Universities that the following candidates are adjudged successful in the combined 2013/14 and 2014/15 Local Scholarship Scheme aptitude test.

PTDF LIST OF LSS SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES FOR THE YEAR 2014/2015 SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

This is the outcome of the combined 2013/2014 and 2014/2015 local scholarship scheme aptitude test. The PTDF award therefore takes effect from 2014/15 academic session.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW LIST

Successful Candidates are advised to:

Scan and send a copy of their university letter of admission to LSS email address as indicated below:

lss_msc@ptdf.gov.ng

lss_ug@ptdf.gov.ng

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NDDC Post-Graduate Foreign Scholarship Program 2015

Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) is currently accepting applications for its 2015  Post-Graduate Foreign Scholarship Program. It was established in 2000 with the mission of facilitating the rapid, even and sustainable development of the Niger Delta into a region that is economically prosperous, socially stable, ecologically regenerative and politically peaceful.

As part of our Human Resource Development initiatives, NDDC is embarking on a Post-Graduate Foreign Scholarship Programme to equip Niger Deltans with relevant training and skills for effective participation in the Local Content programme of the current Administration as well as compete globally in various professional fields.

2015 Post-Graduate Foreign Scholarship Programme

Description
The Scheme is for suitably qualified applicants with relevant Bachelor's/Master's Degree from recognized Universities in the following professional disciplines:

• Engineering
• Medical Sciences (M.Sc. Public Health excluded)
• Computer Science/Technology
• Geology
• Geosciences
• Environmental Sciences
• Agriculture
• Environmental or Gas/Oil Law
• Project Management

Application Requirements

• First Degree with minimum of 2nd Class Lower Division for those wishing to undertake a Master's Degree programme and a good Master's Degree for PhD candidates from a recognized University.
• Applicants must have gained admission for a Post Graduate Programme in any of the listed disciplines above, in a foreign University.
• Applicants who have already enrolled in overseas' universities are NOT eligible to apply.
• Guarantor's written consent of good conduct of the applicant from any of the following persons from the applicant's community/clan:

1. Member of National Assembly
2. Chairman of the LGA. (First class traditional ruler)
3. High Court Judge

• Persons with evidence of cult membership or criminal record shall not be considered for the award.
• Applicants must have completed the mandatory National Youth Service (NYSC).
• Applicants must have a valid Admission Letter from a Foreign University.

Application Closing Date
28th February, 2014 .

Method of Application
Qualified and interested candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Application must be made on-line with the following attachments:

• Recent passport photograph
• Local Government identification letter.
• Post Graduate (PG) admission letter from Overseas University.
• Relevant Degrees from recognized University.
• N.Y.S.C Discharge Certificate

NOTE:

• Successfully completed application form will be assigned a registration number automatically.
• Print the hard copy of the on-line generated acknowledgement for ease of reference.
• All shortlisted applicants will be posted HERE

For further enquiries please contact
Director, Education Health and Social Services (NDDC)
Mobile: 08063280649; e-mail: solookpa@yahoo.com

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Nigeria LNG 2014 Scholarship Scheme Award List

The Nigeria LNG Scholarship Schemes are part of the company's Corporate Social Responsibility efforts to support human capital development and encourage high performance while ultimately growing a pool of high potential graduates and professionals with competitive advantage.

Nigeria LNG List of Successful Candidates for 2014 Scholarship Scheme Award

Abia State

Name/ Exam No.

• Ikondu Chukwubueze S - 551856Cl
• Abuka Victor C - 532249GH
• Elendu Joshua O. O - 500069JC

Akwa Ibom State

Name/ Exam No.

• Archibong Udeme - 546603HD
• Udo-Umo Uyaiobasi Daniella - 559089FH
• Udoh Victory Edem - 574346HA

Anambra State

Name/ Exam No.

• Ezeofor Ujunwa Mary-Doris - 570935CB
• Chine Chimomanda U - 51 2828DD
• Moduka Ebubechukwu F - 510044ED

Bayelsa State

Name/ Exam No.

• Stow Woyenginadoie - 514436FJ
• Onuma Treasure - 532595JG
• Abdulwahab Charles - 553624FJ

Cross River State

Name/ Exam No.

• Ogbiji Elizabeth I: 513788GD
• Nwuli Blessing A: 532977BH
• Oje Osuwoke Gift: 53003 1CI

Delta State

Name/ Exam No.

• Onoghofor Churchill O - 527887F1
• Ifeode Wisdom M - 51 0657EH
• Onyejose Victor - 546905EA

Edo State

Name/ Exam No.

• Mesh-Masade Divine - 524656FB
• Obaseki Oreoluwo P - 51 3430K
• Obeakemhe Omoh R - 554607CA

Imo State

Name/ Exam No.

• Akubukwe Chimeremeze J - 525271EJ
• Onyejekwe Chimo Henry - 504234BD
• Ogowuihe Henry Ikechukwu - 585863FB

Ondo State

Name/ Exam No.

• Ayodele Kehinde Demi - 508012C1
• Sanni Yesirat Adesola - 546881BF
• Telewa Aderinsola Amy - 546218GE

Rivers State

Name/ Exam No.

• Kpabari Donubari R - 532716CE
• Ejiogu Tobenna - 532600IB
• Nwadialor Chiemerie R - 530795GE
• Wonodi Favour Chigozilem - 025
• Goddy-Oti Shalom - 053
• Chris Ugari Baron Noble - 092
• Samuel Simeon Chinedu C - 137
• Oti Maureen - 052
• Solomon Whitney lringe - 186
• Solomon lringe Koko Vera - 205
• Owhor Emmanuel Ovunda -117
• Inengiye Emmanuel Miebaka - 163
• Dumo Enoch Tamunomiebaka - 211
• Ransome Miebaka Dorcas - 213
• Gillis Harry Mieyefa-A - 058
• Poloamina Adaye Bella - 068
• Shadrack Roseth Oriala -160
• Stowe Opuada Tamunoijuimim - 149
• Richard-Ojo Tomi Sotonye - 199
• Brown Sonny Victoria - 170
• Hart Tamunolanyeofori W. - 180
• Pepple Precious Lionel - 192
• Green Ezekiel Bomo Sunny - 262
• Nungo Tamunotonye Lilian - 155
• Brown Ezeobodo Ugochi P - 177
• Jumbo Chapp Precious - 027
• Alagomo Candy T. - 248
• Bonigo Tamunoimiebam E. -125
• Banigo Janet Edward -123
• Hart Tamunomiebi Samuel - 039
• Banigo Stephanie lbinye -185
• Daopuye Paula Stanley - 129
• PrincewilI Treasure - 089

Parents of the awardees who are yet to pick up their Children’s Award Letters should kindly write to: scholarships.schemes@nlng.com

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University of Benin Vacancy : Registrar

University of Benin currently seeks the applications of qualified individuals for the position of a Registrar as the five year term of the incumbent Registrar of the University of Benin will expire on 7th May, 2015. The Governing Council of the University at its meeting of 13th November, 2014 therefore approved that the position of Registrar, University of Benin be advertised. Consequently, applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates for appointment to the post of Registrar in the University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria:

Job Title: Registrar

Location: Benin City, Edo

Duties of the Registrar

• The Registrar is the Chief Administrative Officer of the University, responsible to the Vice Chancellor for the day to day administration of the University except for financial matters which fall within the purview of the Bursar. By virtue of the position, the Registrar is the statutory Secretary to Council, Senate, Congregation Convocation and the Committees of these bodies.

Qualities of the candidate

• The candidate must be a person of impeccable integrity with the ability to command the respect and trust of both staff and students.
• The candidate must possess drive, initiative and foresight and must understand the intricacies and complexities of the 21st Century higher educational institution.
• The candidate must in addition be capable of articulating the vision of the University generally and be able to drive a vibrant Registry.
• The candidate must be ot pleasant disposition with sound leadership qualities and must be of good physical and mental health.
• The candidate shall submit a statement on his/her vision/mission for the University which should not be more than five hundred (500) words.

Qualifications

• The Candidate should be a graduate from a recognized University with good honours degree in a relevant discipline preferably with additional qualification of at least, a Masters degree and not less than 15 years post-graduation experience, part of which must have been in the position of a Deputy Registrar in a Federal University.
• Candidates must in addition be Information and Communication Technology (ICT) complaint, and should be under 60 years on appointment.

Conditions of Service:

• As stipulated by the Universities (Miscellaneous Provisions) Amendment Act 2012, the Registrar shall hold office for a Single Term of five (5) years only, Notwithstanding this provision, Council may, upon satisfactory performance, extend the tenure of the Registrar for a further period of one (1) year only and thereafter the Registrar shall relinquish the post and be assigned to other duties in the University.

Application Closing Date

13th January, 2015.

Method of Application

Applicants are required to submit twenty (20) copies each of their applications, credentials and detailed Curriculum Vitae highlighting, among others, the following:

(a) Full Names

(b) Place and Date of Birth

(c) Home Address

(d) Contact Address

(e) Nationality

(f) Marital Status

(g) Number and Ages of Children (if any)

(h) Institutions attended with dates

(i) Academic Qualifications obtained with dates .

(j) Working Experience

(k) Present Employment, indicating present status and salary

(l) Extra Curriculum Activities

(m) Referees (3)

Each applicant must have three (3) referees who should be requested by the applicant to forward their referees report under confidential cover by Courier Service directly to the Vice Chancellor. Applications should be submitted by Courier Service under confidential cover in sealed envelopes marked "Post of Registrar, UNIBEN" and addressed to:

The Vice Chancellor,
University of Benin,
P.M.B. 1154, Benin City,
Nigeria.

Note: Only the applications of short-listed candidates will be acknowledged.

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