JOBS AT RTI INTERNATIONAL-Tuesday Guardian Job Vacancies - 16th November

JOBS AT RTI INTERNATIONAL
RTI is an independent organization dedicated to conduct innovative, multidisciplinary research that improves the human condition. With a worldwide staff of more than 4, 000 people, RTI offers innovative research and development and a full spectrum of multidisciplinary services. Universities in North Carolina founded RTI in 1958 as a centerpiece of the research triangle parkRTI international is recruiting for the following job positions for an upcoming education projectSENIOR EDUCATION ADVISORYWill provide technical leadership in carrying out activities related to improving teacher pre-servicing training and professional development programming. He/she will work collaboratively with responsible Nigerian institutions to support on-ongoing education reform in the pre-servicing training sector. He/she will serve on the Senior Management Team and report directly to the Project Director.QUALIFICATIONSPh.D. in education with at least ten years of relevant experience in teacher training. In particular at the pre-service level, and working with Colleges of education, responsible government departments and parastatal institution ; prior experience analyzing and developing teacher training curriculum, methodology and practices, and option for teacher education, reservist teacher training and professional development; fully versed in Nigeria’s education systemTRAINING COORDINATORWill be responsible for coordinating all training activities under this program, focused on colleges of education, teacher trainers, and student-teacher. He/she will work in close cooperation with government and parastatal institution and education officials, with a minimum of 8 years experience coordinating teacher activities and inputs; fully versed in Nigeria’s education system; proven ability as a facilitator/trainer and manager; strong communication skills English, with a track record of producing well written reports to deadlines; ability to effectively manage and monitor budgets; USAID experience preferredFINANCE MANAGERWill oversee and manage financial management and reporting functions to ensure compliance with terms of the contract, including supervising, coordinating and training finance staff across central and state-based officers. He/she will ensure appropriate systems and procedures (payroll, cash management, vendor payments, budgeting and others related to financial management) are in place to properly disburse, account, budget and report project funds in a cost effective and timely manner, and with proper internal controls. Specific responsibilities include: preparing and submitting monthly financial statements (including expenses, receivable and payable, funds requests, reconciliations) and other reporting requirements to RTI’s head office within the designated time period; implementing =, consolidating and monitoring cost effective and efficient systems (including accounting software) and procedures with strong internal controls; coordinating the tracking of the finances related to grant and/or scholarship; and preparing other financial and cost accounting reports, operations and analysis as required by management and RTI head office.QUALIFICATIONChartered accountant /Certified Public Accountant and/or MBA required; minimum 10 years working experience in the accounting/finance field; 5 years managerial experience; and proficiency in MS excel. Knowledge of QuickBooks is desirable =. Experienced with managing USAID funds and knowledge of USAID regulations preferredADMINISTRATIVE MANAGERWill provide directs supports to the projects by carrying out and /or supervising support and implementing tasks, including relating routine administration, travel, personnel, translation, and materials development. He/she will coordinating office communication, reports and information management and ensure that vehicle and office lease, utilities, deliveries, security, maintenance, office supplies and equipment are properly handled; supervise, coordinate and prioritize the daily work schedules of support staff consisting of office assistants, receptionist, drivers, etc. across central and state-based offices; other duties assigned.QUALIFICATIONDegree in Business Administration or related field; at least 5 years experience performing similar duties, preferably on USAID or other donor-funded projects; familiarity with Nigerian labour polices and HR regulations; demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applicationsHOW TO APPLYAll position are expected to be based in Abuja, Nigeria and required fluency in English. Please email your Cover letter and CV to Nigeria@rti.org by November 19th 2010 or sooner. Applicants must include the POSITION TITLE in the subject line of their email. To learn more about RTI and our work in international development, please visit www.rti.org/idg only shortlisted candidates will e contacted; RTI is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V
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