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Vacancy: Programmes Manager
The CLEEN Foundation is recruiting a young and proven professional to lead programmes work in its
Lagos office. The successful candidate will have at least four years relevant experience in the areas of
project development/management, public policy advocacy, fundraising and relationship management with
government agencies, donor partners, media and civil society organizations. Fluency (written and spoken)
in English is required.
Position Profile
Position: Programmes Manager
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Reporting to: Executive Director
Key Areas of Responsibility:
! Lead the implementation of programmes from the Lagos office.
! Lead development of and fundraising for new programmes in pursuance of mission of CLEEN.
! Coordinate public policy advocacy work of the Lagos office
! Build and manage existing relationships between CLEEN Foundation and government agencies,
development partners, media and civil society organizations.
! Work in close partnership with program teams in the Abuja (Northern Nigeria) and Owerri
(Eastern Nigeria) offices.
Candidate Profile
Key Experiences:
! Minimum of four years of relevant professional activity in the development field
! Demonstrable experience in project development, management and fundraising
! Strong understanding of key concepts, issues and thinking in public safety, security and criminal
justice reform in West Africa
! Experience in building and managing relationships with government agencies, donor partner’s
media and civil society organizations.
! Proven record of team building and cross-group collaboration.
Qualifications
! Graduate degree in social sciences, humanities, law or equivalent is strongly preferred.
! Excellent written and spoken English.
This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by
employees within this position. The actual duties and responsibilities may vary based on strategic plan or
assignment.
Mode of Application
If you think you are the candidate we are looking for, please send a substantive application letter and your
resume to cleen@cleen.org within two weeks of publication of this announcement.
Organization Description
CLEEN Foundation is a non-profit organization founded in 1998 and registered in Nigeria, Ghana and
Cameroon to promote public safety, security and access to justice. The organization is renowned for its
work in policing and criminal justice reform in West Africa and has received several awards including the
MacArthur Foundation’s Effective and Creative Institutions’ Award in 2006.
CLEEN Foundation is equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity

Find attached document letter of the EU on the pending execution warrant issued by the Edo State governor

The full list has been pasted at civil service club Abuja.

I have just been reliably informed that the date for the interview has been moved forward till 22nd September 2012.
Please if you are not in your state, ask your relatives or friends over there to check your state civil service commission.

rich fellow: Please, can anyone who has attended a foriegn affairs interview at the Nigerian Civil Service Commission, Abuja in the past kindly post us some likely past interview questions, dearly appreciated, thanks.

Interview comes up Saturday 15th Sept 2012. Please check your name on the shortlist at your state civil service commission. Please note that the interview has been scheduled to hold simultaneously in six states across the six geopolitical zone. South-South (PH), North Central Abuja and just like that. You ha[color=#770077][/color]ve now till Thursday to know if you have been shortlist, to enable you travel and be at the venue by Saturday.

I have been in touch with a staff of the Civil Service Commission and as at Sunday 22nd June 2012 , he confirmed that names of those short listed for interview has been entered into their database and that they will call on them as soon as other programmatic arrangements are concluded.

Please, if you have a more recent info, let the house know.

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This people have been robbing me of so much money on regular basis. They charge me some times twice or more times in one month and yet the messages often say it is for the month. Thanks for the info, I have had it more than I can take.

I am currently in Sokoto for the purpose of the election. The problem with security is not a question of adequate or inadequate personnel, it is a question of even and proper deployment of personnel. Particularly in Kebbe Local Government area, BAICIN RABA polling unit 003, Kilgori 004 and Mizzami Yekilgori 01, there are not even a single security personnel, not from any paramilitary or military agencies.

Award for criminals and traitors

I would appreciate the assistant of any nairalander with christian aid interview questions, this is urgent

Please I need to know the interview questions for christian Aid Nigeria

shames nollywood.

Clearance Peter, atall atall na yin bad, he sure have some edge over others like sesan and others who goes about with their very immature videos and concept.

thanks for your unconditional interest. I am interested, please forward it to [idanapleon@yahoo.com]

I am a graduate of history and international studies but since I graduated, I have taken time to development myself in the area of data analysis and research, Just the first quarter of this year, I was the zonal quality supervisor for a research on crime survey and I have just finished another, I have the contact to mobilize as many people as possible nationwide for any kind of research and I also design research kirts. I am a good programme person and have the necessary contact with the press. For all these and many more experience that I have, there are evidence to show for them at request. My contact; smartomorodion@yahoo.com 08052963562
N.B.
I am base in Abuja but ready to work any where.

I am a graduate of history and international studies but since I graduated, I have taken time to development myself in the area of data analysis and research, Just the first quarter of this year, I was the zonal quality supervisor for a research on crime survey and I have just finished another, I have the contact to mobilize as many people as possible nationwide for any kind of research and I also design research kirts. I am a good programme person and have the necessary contact with the press. For all these and many more experience that I have, there are evidence to show for them at request. My contact; smartomorodion@yahoo.com 08052963562
N.B.
I am base in Abuja but ready to work any where.

I am highly experience in the use of excel for the purpose of data analysis and I have help an NGO base in Abuja to conduct a research they did on crime survey in collaboration with another NGO in which I supervised as their north central zonal quality officer, If you think you need my expertise, I am all for you, just call me up on 08052963562 or smartomorodion@yahoo.com, I have contact with the press and my past record with organising programmes for the organisation I have worked before will interest you.

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he was only trying to be a good Nigeria but it seems to me that he has not tasted poverty enough, he might probably never come any where near a million naira till he die, he just foolishly gave up life time opportunity, only politicians could have done this,

A new word Added To Oxford English Dictionary

KAITA (Kai-ta)
v. Kai*ta, Kai*tas, kai*ta'ed, kai*ta'ing

1. To single-handedly dash the hopes and aspirations of one's nation in the full glare of other nations
2. To karate-kick your way out of the greatest stage/spotlight ever known to man
3. To destroy/zap/siphon the energies of teammates plus 140 million people through unexplainable stupidity
4. To act foolishly, unintelligently or irrationally and IMMEDIATELY regret the action by falling on your knees

(Etymology: Derived from the dreadful match between Nigeria and lowly Greece at the 2010 Soccer World Cup)

Usage:

"Please, please, do not KAITA what we have been building for 50 years o! Oloshi!"

"I don't care what people say, I will KAITA the multi-billion dollar plan!"

"That man, you know, the hopeless, useless, visionless, KAITAing guy!"

"I was KAITAing until I met Jesus!"


Synonyms:

1. Sabotage
2. Incapacitate
3. Destroy/Demobilize
4. Jeopardize
5. Impair
6. Implode
7. Shege Banza!

OTHER MEANINGS AND DERIVATIVES

KAITA (Kai-ta)
n. Kai*ta

A term that describes a temporary but kaitastrophic loss of mental competency and faculty.
See also Instant Amnesia.
(Source: davidylan)


KAITAISIS (Kai-ta-i-sis)
n. Kai*ta*i*sis

1. A new mental sickness recently discovered by Neurosurgeons. It affects the victim's ability to think right or make right judgement especially when it matters most.

2. Victims often confuse the game of soccer for a karate session. Its derived from the new word KAITA
(Source: tlops)


KAITARIZATION (Kai-ta-ri-za-tion)
n. Kai*ta*ri*za*shen

Kaitarization is the act of being turned into a useless mongol OR a Shaolin Temple soccer player.
(Source: chichi234 & colomb)


KAITA-KAITA (Kai-ta-kai-ta)
n. Kai*ta*kai*ta

Kaita-Kaita means unprecedented confusion and unimaginable pandemonium
Usage: "Kaita-kaita don burst!"
(Source: lizzybabe1)


KAITA (Kai-ta)
n. Kai*ta

A highly explosive bomb needed more in Iraq than in Nigeria
Usage: "Allied Forces just dropped the K-Bomb! Yes! The Kaita! Ladies and gentlemen, the war is over!!!"
(Source: ActiveMan)


KAITARACT (Kai-ta-ra-ct)
n. Kai*ta*ra*kt

A one-of-a-kind eye defect that makes a soccer player see another player as a Jabulani Ball to be kicked
Usage: "Pity, he suffered from a sudden chronic case of Kaitaract"
(Source: we_lycans)


FROM ALL THAT I HAVE SEEN, TILL WE QUALIFY, IN THE FIRST PLACE, WHAT IS HE DOING IN THE TEAM ?

i give up on this bunch of disappointments called team. out side Eyeama, they can all go to hell. certainly they are losing, the miracle that qualify us will not be there against South Korea.

i give up on this bunch of disappointments called team. out side Eyeama, they can all go to hell. certainly they are losing, the miracle that qualify us will not be there against South Korea.

for any body at this point of our frustration to admit that lagerback is better than Amodu, is a clear manifestation of their out dated mentality that the worst of white is better than the best of black, old school
Nigerians need to tender open apology to Amodu for this disgrace, here is my own, Amodu, on behalf of myself and my family, we are sorry for the way you have been ill treated by Nigeria especially those confuse NFF officials,  peace out!

avnt't got much time to go through every body's comments. first, when next you refer to servants of God,i insist for your own good to be conscious of ur words. until the present evidence is proven otherwise, it remain valid that man comes from africa. our color is nothing other than a product of our climate. like you can see, blacks who were some decades ago smuggled to America are gradually becoming lite skinned.

frank esam:
Being prepared is half the battle.
If you are one of those executive types unhappy at your present post and embarking on a New Year's resolution to find a new one, here's a helping hand. The job interview is considered to be the most critical aspect of every expedition that brings you face-to- face with the future boss. One must prepare for it with the same tenacity and quickness as one does for a fencing tournament or a chess match.
This article has been excerpted from "PARTING COMPANY: How to Survive the Loss of a Job and Find Another Successfully" by William J. Morin and James C. Cabrera. Copyright by Drake Beam Morin, inc. Publised by Harcourt Brace Jovanovich.
Morin is chairman and Cabrera is president of New York-based Drake Beam Morin, nation's major outplacement firm, which has opened offices in Philadelphia.

1. Tell me about yourself.
Since this is often the opening question in an interview, be extracareful that you don't run off at the mouth. Keep your answer to a minute or two at most. Cover four topics: early years, education, work history, and recent career experience. Emphasize this last subject. Remember that this is likely to be a warm-up question. Don't waste your best points on it.

2. What do you know about our organization?
You should be able to discuss products or services, revenues, reputation, image, goals, problems, management style, people, history and philosophy. But don't act as if you know everything about the place. Let your answer show that you have taken the time to do some research, but don't overwhelm the interviewer, and make it clear that you wish to learn more.

You might start your answer in this manner: "In my job search, I've investigated a number of companies.

Yours is one of the few that interests me, for these reasons, "

Give your answer a positive tone. Don't say, "Well, everyone tells me that you're in all sorts of trouble, and that's why I'm here", even if that is why you're there.

3. Why do you want to work for us?
The deadliest answer you can give is "Because I like people." What else would you like-animals?

Here, and throughout the interview, a good answer comes from having done your homework so that you can speak in terms of the company's needs. You might say that your research has shown that the company is doing things you would like to be involved with, and that it's doing them in ways that greatly interest you. For example, if the organization is known for strong management, your answer should mention that fact and show that you would like to be a part of that team. If the company places a great deal of emphasis on research and development, emphasize the fact that you want to create new things and that you know this is a place in which such activity is encouraged. If the organization stresses financial controls, your answer should mention a reverence for numbers.

If you feel that you have to concoct an answer to this question - if, for example, the company stresses research, and you feel that you should mention it even though it really doesn't interest you- then you probably should not be taking that interview, because you probably shouldn't be considering a job with that organization.

Your homework should include learning enough about the company to avoid approaching places where you wouldn't be able -or wouldn't want- to function. Since most of us are poor liars, it's difficult to con anyone in an interview. But even if you should succeed at it, your prize is a job you don't really want.

4. What can you do for us that someone else can't?
Here you have every right, and perhaps an obligation, to toot your own horn and be a bit egotistical. Talk about your record of getting things done, and mention specifics from your resume or list of career accomplishments. Say that your skills and interests, combined with this history of getting results, make you valuable. Mention your ability to set priorities, identify problems, and use your experience and energy to solve them.

5. What do you find most attractive about this position? What seems least attractive about it?
List three or four attractive factors of the job, and mention a single, minor, unattractive item.

6. Why should we hire you?
Create your answer by thinking in terms of your ability, your experience, and your energy. (See question 4.)

7. What do you look for in a job?
Keep your answer oriented to opportunities at this organization. Talk about your desire to perform and be recognized for your contributions. Make your answer oriented toward opportunity rather than personal security.

8. Please give me your defintion of [the position for which you are being interviewed].
Keep your answer brief and task oriented. Think in in terms of responsibilities and accountability. Make sure that you really do understand what the position involves before you attempt an answer. If you are not certain. ask the interviewer; he or she may answer the question for you.

9. How long would it take you to make a meaningful contribution to our firm?
Be realistic. Say that, while you would expect to meet pressing demands and pull your own weight from the first day, it might take six months to a year before you could expect to know the organization and its needs well enough to make a major contribution.

10. How long would you stay with us?
Say that you are interested in a career with the organization, but admit that you would have to continue to feel challenged to remain with any organization. Think in terms of, "As long as we both feel achievement-oriented."

11. Your resume suggests that you may be over-qualified or too experienced for this position. What's Your opinion?
Emphasize your interest in establishing a long-term association with the organization, and say that you assume that if you perform well in his job, new opportunities will open up for you. Mention that a strong company needs a strong staff. Observe that experienced executives are always at a premium. Suggest that since you are so wellqualified, the employer will get a fast return on his investment. Say that a growing, energetic company can never have too much talent.

12. What is your management style?
You should know enough about the company's style to know that your management style will complement it. Possible styles include: task oriented (I'll enjoy problem-solving identifying what's wrong, choosing a solution and implementing it", results-oriented ("Every management decision I make is determined by how it will affect the bottom line", or even paternalistic ("I'm committed to taking care of my subordinates and pointing them in the right direction".

A participative style is currently quite popular: an open-door method of managing in which you get things done by motivating people and delegating responsibility.

As you consider this question, think about whether your style will let you work hatppily and effectively within the organization.

13. Are you a good manager? Can you give me some examples? Do you feel that you have top managerial potential?
Keep your answer achievementand ask-oriented. Rely on examples from your career to buttress your argument. Stress your experience and your energy.

14. What do you look for when You hire people?
Think in terms of skills. initiative, and the adaptability to be able to work comfortably and effectively with others. Mention that you like to hire people who appear capable of moving up in the organization.

15. Have you ever had to fire people? What were the reasons, and how did you handle the situation?
Admit that the situation was not easy, but say that it worked out well, both for the company and, you think, for the individual. Show that, like anyone else, you don't enjoy unpleasant tasks but that you can resolve them efficiently and -in the case of firing someone- humanely.

16. What do you think is the most difficult thing about being a manager or executive?
Mention planning, execution, and cost-control. The most difficult task is to motivate and manage employess to get something planned and completed on time and within the budget.

17. What important trends do you see in our industry?
Be prepared with two or three trends that illustrate how well you understand your industry. You might consider technological challenges or opportunities, economic conditions, or even regulatory demands as you collect your thoughts about the direction in which your business is heading.

18. Why are you leaving (did you leave) your present (last) job?
Be brief, to the point, and as honest as you can without hurting yourself. Refer back to the planning phase of your job search. where you considered this topic as you set your reference statements. If you were laid off in an across-the-board cutback, say so; otherwise, indicate that the move was your decision, the result of your action. Do not mention personality conflicts.

The interviewer may spend some time probing you on this issue, particularly if it is clear that you were terminated. The "We agreed to disagree" approach may be useful. Remember hat your references are likely to be checked, so don't concoct a story for an interview.

19. How do you feel about leaving all your benefits to find a new job?
Mention that you are concerned, naturally, but not panicked. You are willing to accept some risk to find the right job for yourself. Don't suggest that security might interest you more than getting the job done successfully.

20. In your current (last) position, what features do (did) you like the most? The least?
Be careful and be positive. Describe more features that you liked than disliked. Don't cite personality problems. If you make your last job sound terrible, an interviewer may wonder why you remained there until now.

21. What do you think of your boss?
Be as positive as you can. A potential boss is likely to wonder if you might talk about him in similar terms at some point in the future.

22. Why aren't you earning more at your age?
Say that this is one reason that you are conducting this job search. Don't be defensive.

23. What do you feel this position should pay?
Salary is a delicate topic. We suggest that you defer tying yourself to a precise figure for as long as you can do so politely. You might say, "I understand that the range for this job is between N______ and N______. That seems appropriate for the job as I understand it." You might answer the question with a question: "Perhaps you can help me on this one. Can you tell me if there is a range for similar jobs in the organization?"

If you are asked the question during an initial screening interview, you might say that you feel you need to know more about the position's responsibilities before you could give a meaningful answer to that question. Here, too, either by asking the interviewer or search executive (if one is involved), or in research done as part of your homework, you can try to find out whether there is a salary grade attached to the job. If there is, and if you can live with it, say that the range seems right to you.

If the interviewer continues to probe, you might say, "You know that I'm making N______ now. Like everyone else, I'd like to improve on that figure, but my major interest is with the job itself." Remember that the act of taking a new job does not, in and of itself, make you worth more money.

If a search firm is involved, your contact there may be able to help with the salary question. He or she may even be able to run interference for you. If, for instance, he tells you what the position pays, and you tell him that you are earning that amount now and would Like to do a bit better, he might go back to the employer and propose that you be offered an additional 10%.

If no price range is attached to the job, and the interviewer continues to press the subject, then you will have to restpond with a number. You cannot leave the impression that it does not really matter, that you'll accept whatever is offered. If you've been making $80,000 a year, you can't say that a $35,000 figure would be fine without sounding as if you've given up on yourself. (If you are making a radical career change, however, this kind of disparity may be more reasonable and understandable.)

Don't sell yourself short, but continue to stress the fact that the job itself is the most important thing in your mind. The interviewer may be trying to determine just how much you want the job. Don't leave the impression that money is the only thing that is important to you. Link questions of salary to the work itself.

But whenever possible, say as little as you can about salary until you reach the "final" stage of the interview process. At that point, you know that the company is genuinely interested in you and that it is likely to be flexible in salary negotiations.

24. What are your long-range goals?
Refer back to the planning phase of your job search. Don't answer, "I want the job you've advertised." Relate your goals to the company you are interviewing: 'in a firm like yours, I would like to, "

25. How successful do you you've been so far?
Say that, all-in-all, you're happy with the way your career has progressed so far. Given the normal ups and downs of life, you feel that you've done quite well and have no complaints.

Present a positive and confident picture of yourself, but don't overstate your case. An answer like, "Everything's wonderful! I can't think of a time when things were going better! I'm overjoyed!" is likely to make an interviewer wonder whether you're trying to fool him . . . or yourself. The most convincing confidence is usually quiet confidence.

I wish u all the best during your interview

If you've gained from this post pls drop a line.

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olaeli:
A friend confirms that she was also invited for the test in Abuja. Does anyone in the house have an idea of the test format?

THIS SOUNDS VERY INTERESTING. I LOOK FORWARD TO THIS INVITATION TOO BY THE GRACE OF GOD ALMIGHTY