British Council Africa Job Vacancies

April 15, 2011 | Posted by admin | 1,403 views

The British Council is committed to a policy of equal opportunity and is keen to reflect the diversity of UK society at every level within the organisation. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.

Please read the attachments in the vacancy advert to ensure that you submit a valid application.

Nigeria – Deputy Exams Manager

The British Council in Nigeria is looking for a qualified individual to fill the post of an ‘Deputy Country Exams Manager‘ based in Lagos.

The post holder will be responsible for the setting up and maintenance of quality systems/processes to support the Nigeria examinations team.
This will include:
Implementing UK examinations board and BC standards in all 4 BC centres
Leading on all customer facing systems and processes
Leading on a specific exam product area
Leading on marcomms for the Nigeria exams team

The selected candidate should have:
Management level experience in Business Development
Experience in implementing and monitoring quality standards
A background in marketing and customer service
Knowledge and experience of working in education with UK qualifications will be an added advantage

How to apply
Read through the job description document. Download and complete the application form. To help you understand and complete the application form, read through the ‘How to complete the application’ and ‘Guidance for applicants’ documents to the left of this page. Listed within the job description document, you will find a number of listed ‘competencies’. Evidence against those competencies will need to be provided in your application form under the ‘Evidence in support of your application’ area. To help you understand the competencies, we have provided a ‘Behavioural Competency’ and ‘Generic Skills’ dictionary to the left of this page.

Please read all the documents carefully before you fill in the job application form. Telephone applications or enquiries will not be considered. Completed applications should be sent via email to: [email protected] Deadline: Tuesday 03 May 2011.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted. We do not accept CV’s, handwritten applications or expressions of interest.

Sudan- IELTS examiners
The British Council in Sudan is looking for suitably qualified and experienced individuals to join their team of IELTS Examiners in Khartoum.
Requirements:
An undergraduate degree or a qualification which can be demonstrated to be equivalent to an undergraduate degree.
A CELTA / TRINITY CERT TESOL.
At least 3 years full time (or the equivalent part time) relevant TESOL teaching experience (minimum one year post certificate level qualification).
The required professional attributes and interpersonal skills.

How to apply
Fill in the application form and send, preferably by email, to: [email protected] or deliver to the address: British Council, 14 Abu Sinn street, and Khartoum, Sudan. Deadline: 30 April 2011.

Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted. We do not accept CV’s, handwritten applications or expressions of interest.

South Africa – AKTP Associate

Africa Knowledge Transfer Partnerships, is a technology transfer programme between a university and an industrial partner which offers graduates an opportunity to fast track their career. So, if you want to launch your career, gain a further professional qualification, apply your degree to your job, be mentored in your job, gain ownership of your project, get noticed by senior management and improve your long term career prospects, then apply now!

University of Cape Town, Faculty of Science, Department of Chemistry / Premier Fishing SA (Pty) Ltd

Company info:
Premier Fishing and its subsidiaries hold medium-term fishing rights in West Coast Rock Lobster, South Coast Rock Lobster, Small Pelagics (anchovy and sardine), Hake Deep Sea Trawl and Long Line, Squid, Tuna and Swordish. In addition Premier Fishing owns a number of brands and invests in organic agriculture through the Seagro range of products. The market potential for the utility of marine biopolymers in agriculture, healthcare and cosmetics created opportunities for increasing its product portfolio.

Project:
We are looking for a graduate to undertake a career development path as part of a R&D team at UCT and Premier Fishing. The associate will develop competence in business and product development of biopolymers for the cosmetic, medical and food sector.

The associate will be jointly sponsored by the British Council and Premier Fishing SA Pty Ltd and be employed through the University of Cape Town. This project will provide the associate with an opportunity to work with business specialists in industry as well as academic experts. The associate will build on skills in chemical analysis for the purpose of product QA/QC. This is an invaluable combination for a graduate interested in the biotechnology industry as a career.

Duration:
A 2 year fixed term contract. The possibility of continuing employment with the company for the right person will be dependent on project success. You will work under the supervision of Premier Fishing staff and experts from the University of Cape Town, Department of Chemistry.

Applicant profile:
Applicant must be a South African Citizen, Key competencies for both positions include: the ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, interpersonal skills, strength in technical writing. You will have graduated within the last 3 years with at least a BSc or B.Tech degree in chemistry / applied chemistry or Engineering-related discipline. Proven practical experience in a research and development or testing capacity within the chemical industry or engineering would be a plus. A good understanding of general chemical analysis methods important in structure identification is essential. The associate must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, excellent investigative, analytical and report writing skills. You will have excellent communication, interpersonal, negotiation and influencing skills. The associate will have to commute between the company and the University of Cape Town and preferably should have his/her own transport.

Salary scale:
R100 000 – R120 000, plus R17 000 training/development budget and a travel allowance.

How to apply?
To apply, please e-mail a covering letter indicating how you meet the essential and desirable requirements of the post, and your CV to : [email protected]

Closing date:25 April 2011.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Nigeria – Project Manager
The British Council in Nigeria is looking for a qualified individual to fill the post of a ‘Project Manager’ based in Kano.
Job type – Full Time.

Candidates with special needs should please ask us for this information in alternative formats. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted. We do not accept CV’s, handwritten applications or expressions of interest.

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