Job Summary
The Project Intern assists in planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing assigned projects while adhering to high quality standards, time limits and budget to meet or exceed client's expectations.

Key Result Areas (KRAs)
The key result areas of this role are:

Project Implementation and Delivery
• Document the project team’s approach, deliverables, schedule and tools to deliver the project within established constraints.
• Help coordinate client signoff documents at key points during project.
• Set up project meetings and document all activities of the project meeting such as schedules, meeting notes, agendas and action plans etc.
• Provide support in coordinating and maintaining project documentation including status reports, invoices, change orders, project schedules, budgets, and post mortem reviews.
• Collaborate with the project manager and client relationship officer on the content and presentation of key client deliverables required to ensure relevancy, strategy, quality and timeliness.
• Follow standard policies and procedures and recommend project process improvements where appropriate.

Client Relationship Management

• Provide project information updates to the Client Relationship Officer for weekly client update and social media communication.

Project Budget and Financial Management

• Work with Project Manager to produce accurate financial reporting on all Blue Mahogany projects.

The Person
• An undergraduate in Architecture, Civil Engineering or any related fields.
• Proficiency with Microsoft office package, Microsoft Project, Auto CAD, Archicad, Revit and other design or project management software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and time management skills.

• Interested applicants should please send their CV and cover letter to careers@bluemahogany.com with the job title as the subject of the email. Application closes on the 18th of February 2016

About us
We are a fully integrated interior design company dedicated to providing bespoke interiors for residential and commercial clients across Nigeria. To further strengthen our capacity to deliver, we require an exceptional candidate in the role mentioned above.

Job Purpose
As the Design Assistant, you will be expected to assist the Interior Designer in the delivery of design projects from start to finish.
Key Result Areas (KRAs)

The key result areas of this role are:

Design
• Documenting client briefs to ensure that the design team has a clear understanding of what the client is looking for.
• Measurement of existing dimensions in design space on individual projects.
• Photo design creation and issuance of technical drawings (3D graphic design drawings)
• Producing accurate CAD drawings including elevations, sections, RCP, layout
• Creating space plans.
• Creating mood boards, sample boards and other presentation material.
• Material sourcing and selection for furniture, lights, decorations and fittings.
• Providing artisans with detailed drawings and descriptions to produce bespoke furniture and fittings

Client Support
• Meeting attendance and briefing of the Client relationship Officer.
• Client support via email and telephone.
• Follow up with client to ensure design specifications have been met.
Project Management
• Supervision of site meetings.
• Follow up on individual design projects.
• Liaising with Project Manager throughout the project life cycle to ensure vision is delivered.
• Reporting on project site progress
• Preparation of work plan for individual projects
• Preparation of regular (weekly) feedback report on individual projects.
• Management of project themes of cost, quality and time.
• Quality control in all areas of delivery to ensure that project vision is met
• Assist with management of project in terms of cost, quality and time.

The Person
• Minimum academic qualification of a Higher National Diploma (HND) or Bachelor’s degree in creative arts or design.
• 2 – 4 years relevant experience, with specialist training in interior design, architecture or a relevant profession.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, time, people and project management skills, as well as knowledge of financial and budgetary management.
• Proficiency in the use of design software such as Auto CAD, Revit, Photoshop Illustrator, and any other relevant 3D Animation or CAD software.


Method of Application
• Interested applicants should please send their CV, cover letter and design portfolio to careers@bluemahogany.com with the job title as the subject of the email within 2 weeks of this advert.

ABOUT US
We are a fully integrated interior design company dedicated to providing bespoke interiors for residential and commercial clients across Nigeria. To further strengthen our capacity to deliver, we require an exceptional candidate in the role mentioned above.

Job Summary
To contribute to the effective and efficient delivery of all technical aspects of the design process by delivering support on all technical design matters such as 3D graphics design and AutoCAD design, 3D modelling, video editing among others. The individual occupying this role will also be responsible for addressing all internal IT functions.
Key Result Areas (KRAs)
The key result areas of this role are:
Project Design Support
• Creation of 3D design mock up and models for individual design projects based on an interpretation of the client’s needs.
• Creation of graphic design images and presenting finalized ideas and concepts to the Interior Designer and Creative Director.
• Video development and editing
Internal ICT
• Installing and configuring computer hardware operating systems and applications.
• Routine maintenance of computer hardware.
• Monitoring computer systems and network.
• Troubleshooting system and network problems and diagnosing and solving hardware or software faults and replacing parts were necessary.
• Supporting the role out of new computer systems across the organisation.
• Setting up new user accounts and profiles and resolving password and electronic signature challenges.
• Provide technical support in the purchase of computer equipment in the organisation.
• Conducting electrical safety checks on all computer equipment.

The Person
• Minimum academic qualification of a Higher National Diploma (HND) or Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic design or any other relevant technical design qualification.
• 0 – 3 years minimum work experience in graphic design, ICT management.
• Proficiency in a wide variety of 3D design software such as
o Blender 3D
o Sketch up
o 3D Max
o Revit
o AutoCAD
o Adobe Premiere
o Adode After Effects
o Photoshop
o Corel Draw.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Method of Application
• Interested applicants should please send their CV to careers@bluemahogany.com with the job title as the subject of the email within 2 weeks of this advert.

Job Summary
This role is responsible for delivering design projects of varying size, scope and complexities. The coordinator is responsible for directing, organizing, coordinating and controlling all project activities on behalf of Blue Mahogany
Key Result Areas (KRAs)
The key result areas of this role are:
Project Planning, Implementation and Delivery
• Project management from initial concept to project delivery
• Preparation of project organization and communication chart.
• Regular site inspection for individual projects
• Coordination of time lines, order deliveries, and installations.
• Prepare project completion documents on behalf of Blue Mahogany.
• Interpretation of Autocad and 3Ddrawings.
• Report writing on status of projects twice a week.
• Managing core project themes of cost, time and quality.
• Responsibility for risk assessment and health and safety on all project sites

Vendor Relationship Management

• Coordinating all vendors and contractors to final delivery of project.
• Dissemination of design information and update to vendors
• Vendor research, communication and relationship management
• On-site quality check and control
• Management of contractor Service Level Agreements (SLAs)


Client Relationship Management

• Client meeting attendance/participation
• Circulation of project information to the Client Relationship Officer for weekly client update and social media distribution

Project Budget and Financial Management

• Management of project budget
• Weekly updates on spending and financial requirements to the finance team
• Negotiation of vendor agreements in conjunction with the Estimation and Billings Officer and Practice Manager



The Person
• Minimum academic qualification of a Higher National Diploma (HND) or Bachelors degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering or any related fields.
• Minimum of 6 years work experience in project management, construction or project site management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft office package, Microsoft Project, Autocad, Archicad, Revit and other design and construction management software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


Method of Application
• Interested applicants should please send their CV to careers@bluemahogany.com with the job title as the subject of the email within 2 weeks of this advert.

ABOUT US
We are a fully integrated interior design company dedicated to providing bespoke interiors for residential and commercial clients across Nigeria. To further strengthen our capacity to deliver, we require an exceptional candidate in the role mentioned above.

Job Purpose
Creative responsibility on client projects as the lead team designer including space design, selection of color schemes, window treatments, hardware and lighting fixtures, carpet, artwork, paint, furniture, etc in conjunction with the design team and the Creative Director. As the Interior Designer, you will be expected to assist the Creative Director in the delivery of design projects from start to finish.
Key Result Areas (KRAs)

The key result areas of this role are:

Design
• Documenting client briefs to ensure that the design team has a clear understanding of what the client is looking for.
• Measurement of existing dimensions in design space on individual projects.
• Photo design creation and issuance of technical drawings (3D graphic design drawings)
• Producing accurate CAD drawings including elevations, sections RCP, layout etc
• Creating space plans.
• Creating mood boards, sample boards and other presentation material.
• Material sourcing and selection for furniture, lights, decorations and fittings.
• Providing artisans with detailed drawings and descriptions to produce bespoke furniture and fittings

Business Management
• Follow up on individual design projects.
• Preparation of regular (weekly) feedback report on individual projects.
• Client communication and relationship management via email and telephone.
• Managing members of the design team.


Client Support
• Meeting attendance and briefing of the Client Relationship Officer
• Client support via email and telephone.
• Follow up with client to ensure design specifications have been met.
Project Management
• Supervision of site meetings.
• Liaising with Project Manager throughout the project life cycle to ensure vision is delivered.
• Monitoring project site progress
• Preparation of work schedule for individual projects
• Management of project themes of cost, quality and time.
• Quality control in all areas of delivery to ensure that project vision is met

The Person
• Minimum academic qualification of a Higher National Diploma (HND) or Bachelor’s degree in creative arts or design.
• 6 - 8 years relevant experience, with specialist training in interior design, architecture or a relevant profession.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, time, people and project management skills, as well as knowledge of financial and budgetary management.
• Proficiency in the use of design software such as Auto CAD, Revit, Photoshop Illustrator, and any other relevant 3D Animation or CAD software.
Method of Application
• Interested applicants should please send their CV to careers@bluemahogany.com with the job title as the subject of the email within 2 weeks of this advert.

VACANCIES AT BLUE MAHOGANY.
About us.

We are a fully integrated interior design company dedicated to providing bespoke interiors for residential and commercial clients across Nigeria. To further strengthen our capacity to deliver, we require an exceptional candidate in the roles mentioned below;


1. INTERIOR DESIGNER – BM/ID/005:

Job Purpose
Creative responsibility on client projects as the lead team designer including space design, selection of color schemes, window treatments, hardware and lighting fixtures, carpet, artwork, paint, furniture, etc in conjunction with the design team and the Creative Director. As the Interior Designer, you will be expected to assist the Creative Director in the delivery of design projects from start to finish.
Key Result Areas (KRAs)

The key result areas of this role are:

Design
• Documenting client briefs to ensure that the design team has a clear understanding of what the client is looking for.
• Measurement of existing dimensions in design space on individual projects.
• Photo design creation and issuance of technical drawings (3D graphic design drawings)
• Producing accurate CAD drawings including elevations, sections RCP, layout etc
• Creating space plans.
• Creating mood boards, sample boards and other presentation material.
• Material sourcing and selection for furniture, lights, decorations and fittings.
• Providing artisans with detailed drawings and descriptions to produce bespoke furniture and fittings

Business Management
• Follow up on individual design projects.
• Preparation of regular (weekly) feedback report on individual projects.
• Client communication and relationship management via email and telephone.
• Managing members of the design team.


Client Support
• Meeting attendance and briefing of the Client Relationship Officer
• Client support via email and telephone.
• Follow up with client to ensure design specifications have been met.


Project Management
• Supervision of site meetings.
• Liaising with Project Manager throughout the project life cycle to ensure vision is delivered.
• Monitoring project site progress
• Preparation of work schedule for individual projects
• Management of project themes of cost, quality and time.
• Quality control in all areas of delivery to ensure that project vision is met

The Person
• Minimum academic qualification of a Higher National Diploma (HND) or Bachelor’s degree in creative arts or design.
• 6 - 8 years relevant experience, with specialist training in interior design, architecture or a relevant profession.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, time, people and project management skills, as well as knowledge of financial and budgetary management.
• Proficiency in the use of design software such as Auto CAD, Revit, Photoshop Illustrator, and any other relevant 3D Animation or CAD software.

Job Application information

• Interested applicants should please send their CV to careers@bluemahogany.com with the job title and corresponding code as the subject of the email.
• Application closes on July 29th 2014.




2. DESIGN ASSISTANT– BM/DA/006

Job Purpose
As the Design Assistant, you will be expected to assist the Interior Designer in the delivery of design projects from start to finish.
Key Result Areas (KRAs)

The key result areas of this role are:

Design
• Documenting client briefs to ensure that the design team has a clear understanding of what the client is looking for.
• Measurement of existing dimensions in design space on individual projects.
• Photo design creation and issuance of technical drawings (3D graphic design drawings)
• Producing accurate CAD drawings including elevations, sections, RCP, layout
• Creating space plans.
• Creating mood boards, sample boards and other presentation material.
• Material sourcing and selection for furniture, lights, decorations and fittings.
• Providing artisans with detailed drawings and descriptions to produce bespoke furniture and fittings

Client Support
• Meeting attendance and briefing of the Client relationship Officer.
• Client support via email and telephone.
• Follow up with client to ensure design specifications have been met.

Project Management
• Supervision of site meetings.
• Follow up on individual design projects.
• Liaising with Project Manager throughout the project life cycle to ensure vision is delivered.
• Reporting on project site progress
• Preparation of work plan for individual projects
• Preparation of regular (weekly) feedback report on individual projects.
• Management of project themes of cost, quality and time.
• Quality control in all areas of delivery to ensure that project vision is met
• Assist with management of project in terms of cost, quality and time.

The Person
• Minimum academic qualification of a Higher National Diploma (HND) or Bachelor’s degree in creative arts or design.
• 2 – 4 years relevant experience, with specialist training in interior design, architecture or a relevant profession.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, time, people and project management skills, as well as knowledge of financial and budgetary management.
• Proficiency in the use of design software such as Auto CAD, Revit, Photoshop Illustrator, and any other relevant 3D Animation or CAD software.

Job Application information
• Interested applicants should please send their CV to careers@bluemahogany.com with the job title and corresponding code as the subject of the email.
• Application closes on July 29th 2014.


3. PRACTICE MANAGER– BM/PM/007:

Job Summary
This role is accountable for provision of expert management services to the organisation in form of full business support in the areas of staff performance, financial performance, business planning and development. The Practice Manager will be responsible for overseeing the day to day running of the organization.

Key Result Areas (KRAs)
The key result areas of this role are:

Staff Performance
• Oversees the recruitment, induction and learning of staff.
• Development and review of staff performance appraisals and training needs as determined by Line Managers and Operation & HR officer.
• Design and deployment of rewards and remuneration policy within parameters provided by the management of Blue Mahogany

Financial Performance
• Oversee the development and maintenance of accounting systems run by the Account & Finance Department.
• Coordinate yearly budget preparation
• Formulate in conjunction with Accounting officer the Financial Risk Management policy of the organisation.
• Provide monthly financial status report to the CEO.

Business Planning and Development
• Formulate goals, SMART Targets and business objectives for the organisation in conjunction with the CEO.
• Partners with the Business Development Manager to ensure growth of the business by identifying new business opportunities and potential clientele.

Operational Management
• Management of all functional units within Blue Mahogany.
• Negotiates changes to scope of work with the Client, Sub Contractors and Project Manager.
• Plans, directs and supervises the execution of all projects, technical financial and administrative functions of the business.
• Daily administration and supervision of all office activities.

The Person
• Minimum academic qualification of an advanced degree in Business Management or other related fields.
• 9 - 12 years professional work experience in design 5 of which must be demonstrable experience spent at a management level managing teams, resources and people.
• Membership of professional associations such as IDAN, CIPM, ICAN, CIPD, and ACCA.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Application information
• Interested applicants should please send their CV to careers@bluemahogany.com with the job title and corresponding code as the subject of the email.
• Application closes on July 29th 2014.


4. ESTIMATION & BILLING OFFICER (QUANTITY SURVEYOR) – BM/EBO/008:
Job Summary
This role is responsible for compiling estimates of how much it would cost Blue Mahogany to provide clients or potential clients with unique and tailor made design services and also to implement client approved projects. The role also involves assessing material Labour and equipment costs required and analyzing different quotations from contractors, sub-contractors and suppliers

Key Result Areas (KRAs)
The key result areas of this role are:

Estimate Generation
• Development of project estimates, proposals and bill of quantities (BOQ)

Project Cost Management and Monitoring

• Generation of contract documents, billing documents and other necessary paperwork for individual projects.
• Monitoring job cost reports for individual projects on a weekly basis.
• Negotiating pricing and bids with contractors, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Market price monitoring to ensure that Blue Mahogany price competitive advantage is maintained

The Person
• Minimum academic qualification of a Higher National Diploma (HND) or Bachelor’s degree in accounting, design construction, quantity surveying.
• 6 - 8 years relevant work experience, in a similar industry or organisation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft office package and other accounting software.

Job Application information
• Interested applicants should please send their CV to careers@bluemahogany.com with the job title and corresponding code as the subject of the email.
• Application closes on July 29th 2014.


5. INTERNS – BM/IN/009:
INTERN- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
The Person
• Minimum academic qualification of an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) or Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering or any related fields.
• Proficiency with Microsoft office package, Microsoft Project, Autocad and any other design and construction management software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

INTERN- GENERAL OFFICE OPERATIONS
The Person
• Minimum academic qualification of an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) or Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or any related fields.
• Proficiency with Microsoft office package.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

INTERN- DESIGN

The Person
• Minimum academic qualification of an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) or Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering or any related fields.
• Proficiency with Microsoft office package, Autocad and any other design and construction management software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Job Application information
• Interested applicants should please send their CV to careers@bluemahogany.com with the job title and corresponding code as the subject of the email.
• Application closes on July 29th 2014.

VACANCIES AT BLUE MAHOGANY

About us.

We are a fully integrated interior design company dedicated to providing bespoke interiors for residential and commercial clients across Nigeria. To further strengthen our capacity to deliver, we require an exceptional candidate in the roles mentioned below;

1. BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER – DSI/BDM/001:

Job Summary

The Business Development Manager seeks and sells new business opportunities, while managing client relationships and developing and executing marketing strategies.

Key Result Areas (KRAs)

The key result area(s) of this role are:

Revenue Growth

• Achieve personal sales targets by developing new business with existing and potential clients
• Take a proactive and consultative approach to ensuring that clients’ needs are accurately met.
• Develop and implement sales strategy
• Design and development of new service packages.
• Design and present effective and professional graphic presentations on Blue Mahogany Limited’s products and services.
• Initiate regular market research to identify new business opportunities and potential clientele.
• Prepare proposals, detailed cost profiles and contract documents for review by Senior Designer and Creative Director prior to negotiation with clients.
• Representing Blue Mahogany at appropriate professional events such as exhibitions and shows.

Client Experience

• Deliver an excellent client experience at all times, ensuring client needs are met or exceeded.
• Proactive and responsive to clients and prospective clients.
• Deliver an outstanding sales process, sales support and after sales support to clients.
• Offer assistance and explanation when difficulties arise and ensure that satisfactory solutions are obtained for both the customer and Blue Mahogany.
• Proactively develop and improve processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness of service provided to clients.
• Identify, build and maintain client, consultant and agent business relationships and network.

The Person

• Minimum academic qualification of a Higher National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in business administration or any related field.
• 6 - 8 years relevant experience in sales and marketing, business development, branding corporate communications.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and business presentation skills.

Job Application information

• Interested applicants should please send their CV to recruitment@cipmnigeria.org with the job title and corresponding code as the subject of the email.
• Application closes on July 29th 2014.

2. CLIENT RELATIONSHIP & SOCIAL MEDIA OFFICER – DSI/CRSM/002:

Job Summary

This role is responsible for improving the overall client experience by acting as the link between the client and the organisation. The role is also responsible for business development in the form of generating repeat business from customers.

Key Result Areas (KRAs)

The key result areas of this role are:

Relationship Management;

• Resolving service or product problems by addressing client complaints
• Manage customer arrivals to maximize relationship building opportunities
• Attract potential clients by answering service / product enquiries.
• Plan and execute client appreciation events, seasonal events and client gift distribution.
• Manage the handover process upon project completion.
Provide post project completion services in form of follow up discussions with clients to measure satisfaction

Administration

• Preparation of weekly service or product reports from analysis of client feedback information.
• Maintaining client records by updating client information database.
Social Media
• Develop and implement Blue Mahogany’s social media strategy, develop online brand awareness, generate traffic to online platform and grow sales of the business through the online space.
• Develop an online content strategy.
• Develop and implement traffic conversion strategy.
• Manage social media marketing campaigns and day-to-day activities.
• Monitor, listen and respond to users in a cordial and positively social manner.
• Create and maintain an online blog and expand community of readers.
• Oversee the design of all Blue Mahogany social media platforms.
• Become an advocate for the organisation in social media spaces, engaging in dialogues and answering questions were necessary.

The Person

• Minimum academic qualification of a Higher National Diploma (HND) or Bachelor’s degree in mass communication, business administration, digital marketing or any relevant or related field.
• A minimum of 3 years related work experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Job Application information
• Interested applicants should please send their CV to recruitment@cipmnigeria.org with the job title and corresponding code as the subject of the email.
• Application closes on July 29th 2014.


3. FINANCE MANAGER– DSI/FM/003

Job Purpose

This role is responsible for providing financial management services in order to ensure effective, efficient and accurate financial and administrative operations through provision of financial advisory services to the management, budget development and implementation and general financial support.
Key Result Areas (KRAs)

The key result areas of this role are:

Financial Advisory Function:
• Provide financial and investment advice to the CEO and stakeholders in the business.
• Financial management through control of expenditure, asset management and risk management.

Budget Preparation and Implementation:
• Budget preparation for a financial year.
• Budget monitoring and quarterly reporting.

Financial Reporting:
• Preparation of profit and loss, financial statements on individual projects.
• Treasury report
• Monthly management report
• Monthly stock valuation report.

Account Management:
• Preparation of monthly bank statements.
• Follow up on debtors and creditors and reconcile company accounts.
• Review bank postings from the assistant Accountant and post transactions.
• Drafting Bill of Quantity (BOQ) to determine profit or loss on a project.
• Issuance of invoices and payment monitoring.

Business Administration:
• Payroll preparation and administration.
• Management of the Assistant Accountant

Organizational Tax Management :
• Calculating and reconciling income tax payments of all employees to ensure adherence with National Taxation Legislation.
• Forecasting, calculating and ensuring payment of corporate tax in adherence to National Taxation Legislation

The Person:
• Minimum academic qualification of an advanced degree in accounting and/or finance.
• 6 - 8 years relevant experience, 3 of which must be demonstrable experience spent at a management level managing teams, resources and people.
• Membership of professional associations such as ICAN, ACCA.
• Knowledge of the Microsoft office package and other accounting software.
• Excellent communication and business presentation skills.


Job Application information
• Interested applicants should please send their CV to recruitment@cipmnigeria.org with the job title and corresponding code as the subject of the email.
• Application closes on July 29th 2014.


4. PROJECT COORDINATOR – DSI/PC/004:

Job Summary

This role is responsible for delivering design projects of varying size, scope and complexities. The coordinator is responsible for directing, organizing, coordinating and controlling all project activities on behalf of Blue Mahogany

Key Result Areas (KRAs)

The key result areas of this role are:

Project Planning, Implementation and Delivery
• Project management from initial concept to project delivery
• Preparation of project organization and communication chart.
• Regular site inspection for individual projects
• Coordination of time lines, order deliveries, and installations.
• Prepare project completion documents on behalf of Blue Mahogany.
• Interpretation of Autocad and 3Ddrawings.
• Report writing on status of projects twice a week.
• Managing core project themes of cost, time and quality.
• Responsibility for risk assessment and health and safety on all project sites

Vendor Relationship Management:

• Coordinating all vendors and contractors to final delivery of project.
• Dissemination of design information and update to vendors
• Vendor research, communication and relationship management
• On-site quality check and control
• Management of contractor Service Level Agreements (SLAs)

Client Relationship Management:

• Client meeting attendance/participation
• Circulation of project information to the Client Relationship Officer for weekly client update and social media distribution

Project Budget and Financial Management

• Management of project budget
• Weekly updates on spending and financial requirements to the finance team
• Negotiation of vendor agreements in conjunction with the Estimation and Billings Officer and Practice Manager

The Person
• Minimum academic qualification of a Higher National Diploma (HND) or Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering or any related fields.
• Minimum of 6 years work experience in project management, construction or project site management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft office package, Microsoft Project, Autocad, Archicad, Revit and other design and construction management software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Job Application information
• Interested applicants should please send their CV to recruitment@cipmnigeria.org with the job title and corresponding code as the subject of the email.
• Application closes on July 29th 2014.

Position: Personal Assistant to the MD
Location: Lekki Phase 1 (First Roundabout)

Job description:
As personal assistant to the MD you will be working closely with the MD on a daily basis, providing administrative support, on a one-to-one basis. Your job will be to help MD make the best use of her time by dealing with secretarial and administrative tasks.
You will need extensive knowledge of the organization, including the company's aims and objectives. You will be expected to know names, numbers and context for all the major clients, suppliers and artisans that MD works with.
MD will be relying heavily on you, trusting that work will be handled efficiently in her absence. Discretion and confidentiality are therefore essential attributes you must display in all your activities.

Typical work activities:
You will often act as MD 's first point of contact with people from both inside and outside the organization. Typical work activities include:
 screening telephone calls, enquiries and requests, and handling them when appropriate;
 meeting and greeting visitors at all levels of seniority;
 organizing and maintaining diaries and making appointments;
 dealing with incoming email, faxes and post, often corresponding on behalf of MD;
 taking dictation and minutes;
 carrying out background research and presenting findings;
 producing documents, briefing papers, reports and presentations;
 organizing and attending meetings and ensuring MD is well-prepared for meetings;
 liaising with clients, suppliers and other staff;
 deputizing for MD, making decisions and delegating work to others in her absence;
 devising and maintaining office systems, including data management, filing, etc.;
 arranging travel and accommodation and, occasionally, traveling with MD to take notes or dictation at meetings or to provide general assistance during business trips.
In addition to supporting MD, her team and departments, you will also have your own personal workload and responsibilities. The scope of the PA's role can be extensive and additional duties may include:
 carrying out specific projects and research;
 responsibility for accounts and budgets;
 taking on some of MD's responsibilities and working more closely with management;
 being involved in decision-making processes

Some of the more practical tasks you will carry out include
• Ensuring the office is cleaned, AC on, candles lit and daily schedule on the desk before the time MD gets to the office
• Ensuring that MD's phone bill is paid on time
• Taking note of birthdays of clients, staff, family, friends and other important contacts (organizing for gifts and cards to be sent out)
• Note of other important dates and events in the calendar
• Finding out important events and functions MD should be aware of and may want to attend including meetings, outings, exhibitions and conferences (both local and international)
• Make sure all air miles are claimed for trips MD makes
• Researching topics for the weekly article
• Checking and topping up MD's stationery supply
• Maintain and update a catalogue of books , magazines and all other source materials for MD
• Keep updated list of suppliers and manufacturers of goods and services that might be relevant to our work and this will involve checking newspapers and relevant magazine adverts regularly. Also you will point out publications or interesting and relevant articles that MD should read and archiving said articles.
• Assisting in other official or personal tasks and errands as they may be assigned
• Going to the market, visiting suppliers to seek out samples, verify materials, etc on behalf of the MD.
You will show good use of the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint and should be able to draft professional quality correspondence.
You will be required to have a very strong command of the English language, both written and spoken and an excellent telephone manner. You will also need to be diligent, efficient, dedicated, have a strong work ethic and pay much attention to detail in everything you do at the company.
You must be polite, professional and your appearance must be smart at all times.
You must comport yourself always, in a manner that speaks highly of MD and the company.
You must be ready to get your hands dirty. A ‘roll up my sleeves and get the job done’ attitude is a must.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENT:
B.SC in any related discipline, 1-3 years work experience. Qualified applicants should send their cv's with cover letters to winnie@bluemahogany.com. Application deadline is February 28th 2014.

ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT

-Assist with the daily accounting activities required to maintain general ledger.
-Carry out cash reconciliations, trust account statement reconciliations, cheque runs, accounts receivable transactions, fixed asset activity, payroll, accounts payable transactions, debt activity, recording of revenue and expenses, etc.
-Compute taxes owed and prepare tax returns, ensuring compliance with payment, reporting and other tax requirements.
-Maintains organized set of detailed records and files to document financial transactions.
-Complies with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions.
-Reviews general ledger on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy of posting.
Coordinates monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities.
-Produces quarterly and annual financial statements and ad hoc financial reports.
-Makes and implements recommendations to improve accounting processes and procedures.
-Prepare, examine, or analyze accounting records, financial statements, or other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
-Prepare invoices and receipts for clients.
-Entering of vendors invoice, petty cash vouchers, payments etc. into the system using Peach-tree.
-Prepare aging reports for accounts receivable.
-Prepare and send income and expenditure reports for all projects to the Managing Director.
-Monthly reconciliation of bank statements, accounts payable and accounts receivable.
-Prepare payment vouchers and ensure all supporting document are attached.
Perform other related works assigned

REQUIREMENT:
OND,HND OR B.SC in Accountancy.
1- 3 years Experience.
Knowledge of Peach tree or Sage Accounting is a must.

Qualified candidates should send their Cv's with cover letter to winnie@bluemahogany.com.

for further enquiries please call 08025119405.

Position – Site Supervisor

Reports to – Managing Director

OVERVIEW
The Site supervisor is responsible for running project sites, co-ordinating team members, co-ordinating sub-contractors, purchasing/co-ordinating the purchase of required materials, tracking where each project is both financially and time wise and liaising with clients.

RESPONSIBILITIES
 Communicate with clients.
 Discuss any questions/concerns clients may have about the project schedule, delivery, installations and fit outs.
 Discuss variations or additional requests from clients and schedule work to begin when variations are approved.
 Responsible for final walk through with client
 Responsible for compiling snag list
 Communicate with team members
 Lead/instruct employees, delegate responsibilities, ensure that tools and materials required are made available
 Track, review and sign employee time sheets
 Schedule artisans, tradesmen and sub-contractors
 Evaluate employees and provide feedback
 Ensure team members are wearing approved clothing to site
 Ensure correct safety gear is being used and regulations followed
 Report any incidents, accidents, hazards or near misses in the work place immediately
 Resolve conflict between employees and/or artisans
 Communicate with subcontractors
 Organise meetings and get quotes
 Supervise and provide direction to trades men and artisans on site
 Schedule and co-ordinate job(s) subcontractors
 Schedule deliveries
 Resolve conflict
 Meet with clients, subcontractors, suppliers as required
 Order/purchase materials for project sites
 On site decision making
 Time management
 Preparing project schedules and working to ensure that schedules are followed and jobs are completed on time.
 Responsible for maintenance of delivery vehicles
 Ensuring that drivers maintain the appropriate levels for Fuel, tyres, oil, etc.
 Ensuring that vehicles are serviced regularly and repairs are carried out as required
 Responsible for the maintenance of tools and informing the owner if major purchases are required
 Ensure quality control
Must present Blue Mahogany in a professional manner at all times.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
The Site Supervisor must possess:
• A minimum of 2years experience in a Site Supervisory or Site Management role
. Previous experience in managing large multi-disciplinary teams
. Ability to read technical drawings and plans
. Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer
. Knowledge of AutoCAD or similar programmes
The Site Supervisor must be able to act responsibly and professionally with clients, employees, (sub) contractors and management and must
Demonstrate the following skills:
. Excellent interpersonal skills
. Excellent communication skills
. Team building skills
. Analytical and problem solving skills
. Decision making skills
. Stress management skills
. Time management skills
The Site Supervisor must maintain strict confidentiality and must also demonstrate the following personal attributes:
. Be honest and trustworthy
. Be respectful
. Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
. Demonstrate sound work ethics

Qualified candidates should send their Cv's with cover letter to winnie@bluemahogany.com.

for further enquiries please call 08025119405.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Position – Assistant Interior Designer

Reports to – Creative Director

OVERVIEW
The Assistant Interior Designer will be required to develop design concepts, source FF&E, research materials, put together presentations produce detailed drawings and develop schemes based on approved budgets and time lines and liaise with clients during the design stage of projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES
-Take detailed briefs from clients
. Carrying out site surveys and taking inventories of clients’ furniture
. Prepare drawings for space planning
. Design custom furniture
. Selecting finishes and coatings
. Research products and materials
. Assessing the costs and materials required in connection with the budgets for each project
. Develop plans, elevations, sections and detailed drawings
. Prepare interior finishing plans
. Review shop drawings
. Coordinate and approve samples
. Coordination with the site supervisor
. Job site visits
. Update data bank of inspirational imagery for mood boards
. Maintain and update sample library
. Manage deficiencies if any

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
The Assistant Interior Designer must possess:
. A minimum of 2years experience in a similar position
. Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Internet Explorer
. Solid working knowledge of Auto Cad or similar programmes
. Photoshop, 3D and other software skills an asset
The Assistant Interior Designer must be able to act responsibly and professionally with clients, team members, (sub) contractors and management and must demonstrate the following skills:
. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
. Excellent interpersonal skills
. Excellent communication skills
. Team working skills
. Analytical and problem solving skills
. Stress management skills
. Time management skills
The Assistant Interior Designer must present the company in a professional manner at all times and must also demonstrate the following personal
Attributes:
. Be honest and trustworthy
. Be respectful
. Pay attention to detail
. Demonstrate sound work ethics

CONDITIONS:
*Permanent position, full time, Monday to Friday
*Available immediately
*Salary based on experience


Qualified candidates should send their Cv's with cover letter to winnie@bluemahogany.com.

for further enquiries please call 08025119405.