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Job Objectives

• To carry out an independent appraisal of the effectiveness of the policies, processes and standards by which the PNL’s Bfinancial, physical and information resources are managed and utilized
• To ensure strict adherence to internal policies and procedures, controls, regulations and maintenance of quality service delivery within PNL

Roles and Responsibilities

• Design, implement and continuously review internal control and audit procedures to cover all functional areas/unit relationship and/or transactions/staff audit etc within PNL
• Continually communicate key controls, policies, approval limits within PNL;
• Document evidence arising from audit and provide internal audit recommendations to the BOD, CEO; CFO and COO and for review and approval;
• Conduct thorough and objective examination of financial and non-financial transactions and records;
• Prepare and present periodic audit reports identifying weaknesses and suggesting new procedures, controls and policies to the BOD and top management
• Work with the CFO during audit exercises to meet the requirements of external auditors and to resolve any issues identified
• Develop risk management strategies to mitigate identified risks for PNL;
• Ensure implementation of risk management policies across PNL;
• Monitor quality of internal and external procurement processes for PNL;
• Conduct periodic market surveys to ascertain the competitiveness of vendors’ prices and make recommendations where necessary
• Ensure process compliance, financial revenue assurance and supply chain compliance
• Conduct orientation of relevant parties on new processes, policies and controls across PNL.
• Any other duties as assigned by the CEO and the Board of Directors

Key Performance Indicators

• Bi-annual review of Internal Control Process to ensure conformity with industry and market trends and standards
• Reduce losses due to policy and control violations – below 10%
• Eradication of diesel pilferage/wastage and energy consumption
• Eradication pilferages in farms and warehouses
• Reduction of raw material wastage
• 100% company-wide adherence to SOPs and processes
• Accuracy and timeliness of monthly audit reports
• 100% reduction of frauds/fraudulent practices
• Ensuring 100% employee adherence to internal controls and policies

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in any Management Science / Social Science related discipline preferably in Accounting
• Minimum of five (5) years post-graduation experience with a minimum of three (3) years in a similar position in a same industry
• Professional qualification e.g. ICAN, ACA, ACCA, CISA is an added advantage.
• Preferably, professional experience should be with a reputable audit firm

Working Knowledge, Skills, Competencies and Attributes:

• Risk Management
• Audit
• Financial management
• Policies and processes development and follow-up for implementation
• Time management
• Effective communication
• Problem-solving skills
• Advisory skills.

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Roles and Responsibilities

• Liaising with existing staff to clarify job descriptions and related expectations.
• Drafting instructional manuals, onboarding materials, and other relevant documentation.
• Administer regular, detailed needs assessments to identify skills deficits.
• Orienting new hires to their function within the grand scheme, as well as established company norms.
• Addressing skills deficits through tailored in-house training.
• Coordinating external training as the need arises.
• Monitoring staff’s performance by liaising with line managers and department heads.
• Availing yourself as a sounding board for all employees with the explicit aim of improving their orientation and training.
• Upholding confidentiality, unless legally mandated to do otherwise.
• Perform any duties as assigned by the Training Manager.

Key Performance Indicators

• 100% training completion rate
• 100% departmental job and Job role competence rate
• 100% compliance rate
• 100% achievement of all assigned targets within the allotted time.
• Accuracy, speed, and efficiency of transitional processing and reporting

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree with an appropriate Business Science major is preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Training Officer (essential).
• Relevant professional qualifications of regulatory bodies like CIPMN, SHRM, CIPD, etc. are added advantages.

Working Knowledge, Skills, Competencies and Attributes:

• Qualification in Instruction and/or learning design is advantageous.
• Demonstrable experience as a training officer.
• Proven track record of boosting company growth through training.
• Knowledge of all relevant performance tracking software and indices.
• Good understanding of contemporary HR and business procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to conduct thorough needs assessments to gauge training needs.
• Strong desktop and in-person research, presentation, and reporting skills.
• Energetic, determined, and highly capable disposition.
• Ability to organize skills assessment centers (in tray activities, work samples, psychometric and IQ/EQ tests, etc.)
• Familiarity with HR databases, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), and Candidate Management Systems (CMS)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong decision-making skills.

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Job Objective

• To collaborate with department managers regularly and proactively identify future hiring needs.
• Should also be able to attract candidates using various sources, like social media networks and employee referrals.
• And to ensure our company attracts, hires, and retains the best employees while growing a strong talent pipeline to the workforce of Pandagric Novum Limited (PNL).

Roles and Responsibilities

• Design and implement overall recruiting strategy
• Develop and update job descriptions and job specifications
• Perform job and task analysis to document job requirements and objectives
• Prepare recruitment materials and post jobs to appropriate job boards/newspapers/colleges etc.
• Source and recruit candidates by using databases, social media, etc.
• Screen candidate’s resumes and job applications
• Conduct interviews using various reliable recruiting and selection tools/methods to filter candidates within schedule
• Assess applicants’ relevant knowledge, skills, soft skills, experience, and aptitudes
• Onboard new employees to become fully integrated
• Monitor and apply HR recruiting best practices
• Provide analytical and well documented recruiting reports to the rest of the team
• Act as a point of contact and build influential candidate relationships during the selection process
• Promote company’s reputation as “best place to work”
• Collaborate with colleagues in the human resources department to develop policies, programs, and solution
• Perform any duties as assigned by the Head of HR.

Key Performance Indicators

• 100% compliance with all HR policies, procedures, and processes.
• 100% achievement of all assigned targets within the allotted time:
• Working knowledge, skills and competencies, and attributes
• Experience working as a Human Resource Personnel
• Records keeping and high reporting skills
• Should be conversant with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) and Hands-on experience with recruiting software, as well as Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) or Human Resource Management Systems (HRMS)
• Ability to multi-task efficiently and to work with little or no supervision
• Ability to receive and manage confidential information daily
• Proven work experience as a Recruiter (either an in-house recruiter or a staffing agency recruiter)
• Solid ability to conduct different types of interviews (structured, competency-based, stress, etc.)
• Hands-on experience with various selection processes (video interviewing, phone interviewing, reference check, etc.)
• Ability to organize skills assessment centers (in tray activities, work samples, psychometric and IQ/EQ tests, etc.)
• Familiarity with HR databases, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), and Candidate Management Systems (CMS)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong decision making skills

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or a related field (essential).
• A minimum of 7 years’ experience as a Recruiter (either an in-house recruiter or a staffing agency recruiter) - Essential.
• Relevant professional qualifications of regulatory bodies like CIPMN, SHRM, CIPD, etc. are added advantages.

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Job Objective

• To ensure that performance of Pandagric Novum Ltd.’s (PNL’s) employees are in line with strategic company objectives and are assessed periodically as spelt out in the performance management policy and procedure
• To oversee the implementation of PNL’s reward package in line with the guidelines of the compensation and benefits policy and procedure.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Notify line managers and their direct reports of yearly objective setting that must be in line with corporate objectives.
• Notify line managers of biannual performance appraisal exercises and collate all appraisal reports accordingly.
• Present all appraisal reports to the Head, Human Resources for a comprehensive review
• Work with line managers to identify training needs courtesy of performance appraisal outcomes
• Prepare and monitor yearly training plans as directed by the Head, Human Resources
• Prepare and administer monthly payroll for PNL with promptness and accuracy
• Ensure compliance with monthly statutory and non-statutory deductions before salary payments are made.
• Ensure total deployment of all approved PNL reward packages
• Make recommendations on improvement of the performance management, and rewards management systems.
• Ensure total compliance with policies and procedures on performance management as well as compensation and benefits.
• Supervise the tasks of the Human Resource Officer
• Any other duties as assigned by the Head, Human Resource.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or Statistics or any other related discipline
• Minimum of 3 years experience in payroll computation and administration, performance management et cetera
• Relevant professional certifications professional bodies like CIPM or CIPD or SHRM
• A Master’s Degree in any relevant area is an added advantage.

Working Knowledge, Skills and Ccompetencies and Attributes:

• Excellent of performance management, and rewards management systems for manufacturing firms
• Experience using HR software
• Target-driven and result-oriented
• Good numerical skills
• Attention to details.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Time management.
• Must have a hands-on and strong work ethic.

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Job Objective

• To prepare & assess new and current drivers for our specific needs and operations.
• The driver trainer is responsible for planning and delivering lessons that promote new drivers and current drivers theoretical and applied driving skills.
• Driving instructors also communicate with, as well as assess, new drivers and current drivers to ascertain which of their abilities require further development.
• To be successful as a driving instructor, you should maintain excellent communication with drivers or potential drivers at all times.
• Ultimately, a top-notch driving instructor will tailor their instruction to meet the needs of potential or current drivers, while still meeting targets set by the organization.

Job Responsibilities
Summarised below are the areas of responsibility:

• Preparing lessons that are tailored to drivers' and company requirements and needs.
• Providing instruction on the parts and functions of a vehicle, and on-road regulations.
• Teaching practical skills related to all aspects of driving.
• Ensuring all driving training is inclusive of defensive driving techniques
• Helping drivers to develop confidence in their driving skills and abilities.
• Gaining control and secure handling of the vehicle during emergency situations.
• Calming drivers who are in distress during training.
• Documenting and reporting on drivers' training progress as well as on the job progress.
• Informing potential drivers when they are ready to take the driver's test.
• Developing and plan training written assessments.
• Conducting driving Competency Assessments on driver after completion of practical training.
• Conducting Competency Assessments of driver while they are on the job.
• Ensure all Driver & Students adhere to Safety requirements while operating vehicles.
• Ensuring Vehicle Inspection & Safety Checks are completed as required – if not, assess for additional training.
• Ensure that Drivers use the 4 Steps to Safety Principles to ensure they operate in a safe manner.
• Conduct & Assists with Vehicle Accident & Driver Non-Conformance Investigations and reporting
• Align all training requirements and materials to suit the Pandagric Novum’s operations.

Key Result Areas
The main characteristics of accountabilities are:

• Minimum of 90% achievement of all assigned targets within allotted time
• 95% minimum functionality of tractor

Operating Environment, Framework & Boundaries:

• Must be aware and always implement Corporate Governance and procedures.
• Ensure all work is carried out to the company standard at all times.
• Ensure all letters, emails, reports, or other documentation are of a high standard and promote the image of the company.
• Must be aware of the importance of Health and Safety and Security issues and to be an effective role model in this area by working safely and securely at all times.
• Must abide by the company Health, Safety and Security policies at all times.
• Must ensure within the scope of your responsibilities that Health, Safety and Security is considered and taken into account.
• Must be alert to Security, Health and Safety issues and report any information, observations, or concerns to the identified stakeholders within your operational areas promptly.

Communications and Working Relationships:

• Communicate with all customers/contacts and stakeholders in an effective and professional manner.
• Ensure all communications whether verbal or written are clear, concise, and accurate.
• Ensure all communications are appropriate to the situation and instil trust and confidence in the customer, colleague, or external agency.
• Project a professional image at all times and act as a good ambassador for the company.
• Ensure that internal documentation or systems are completed in such a way that it may be easily interpreted or accessed by other colleagues.
• Establish and maintain relationships with external providers/agencies to facilitate the provision of an effective and efficient service to the customer.
• Be an active member of the team ensuring that support and co-operation is given to other members to assist in the achievement of company objectives.
• Work proactively with colleagues to give a professional and speedy support to every arm of the Company.
• Participate in the creation of a stable and cohesive team within the company and assist all employees to maximise their contribution to the business.
• Be adaptable and flexible in respect of work undertaken as the needs of the business dictate.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum of a Senior Secondary School Certificate or Certificate in Technical Education
• Valid driving instructor's license or certification.
• Minimum of 3 years and above cognate experience
• Valid driving license for the level at which you will be teaching.
• Proven experience as a driving instructor.
• Clear driving record.
• Clear criminal record.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Patience and enthusiasm.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to work during evenings and on weekends, as required.
• Good Understanding of driver safety operations, safety principle & practises.
• Good Understanding of Occupational Health & Safety in and industrial and farming environment.
• Organisation Skills & ability to multitask
• Average written and oral communication skills
• Problem-solving skills.
• Time management skills
• Excellent safety skills
• Good technical skills
• Ability to work with little or no supervision.

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Roles and Responsibilities

• Keep track of manpower needs within the assigned business unit and assist in preparing recruitment requisitions, job descriptions, and other recruitment documentation.
• Act as the key HR contact person for staff seconded to various company business units and bring issues to the attention of the Head of HR.
• Maintain an up-to-date database of staff in the different business units; tracking daily attendance, deployments, and leave applications.
• Prepare and submit a report on staff data, payroll, and other information requested by the Management.
• Ensure that employee files are updated with the relevant documents.
• Assist in the implementation of performance management, training activities, and other HR initiatives within the assigned business area.
• Under the guidance of HHR, resolve complex employee relations issues and address grievances.
• Analyse trends and metrics with the HR department.
• Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale and increase productivity and retention.
• Identify training needs and create a development plan curriculum & evaluate training programs to ensure that training objectives are met.
• Maintain awareness of the culture, plans, financial position, and competition of the business units
• Collaborate with colleagues in the human resources department to develop policies, programs, and solution
• Perform any duties as assigned by the Head of HR.

Key Performance Indicators:

• 100% compliance with all HR policies, procedures, and processes.
• 100% achievement of all assigned targets within the allotted time.
• Accuracy, speed, and efficiency of transitional processing and reporting

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or a related field (essential).
• A minimum of 4 years’ experience in an HR role (essential).
• Relevant professional qualifications of regulatory bodies like CIPMN, SHRM, CIPD, etc. are added advantages.

Working knowledge, skills and competencies, and attributes

• Experience working as a Human Resource Personnel
• Good Communication skills
• Numerical and Analytical skills
• Records keeping and high reporting skills
• Excellent people management and interpersonal skills
• Good appearance with a confident demeanour
• Should be conversant with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) and at least a relevant HR software package
• Ability to multi-task in an efficient manner
• Ability to work with little or no supervision
• Ability to receive and manage confidential information on a daily basis.

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Job Objective

• To ensure that the best talents are attracted, motivated and engaged as well as retained in line with the human resource management strategy of Pandagric Novum Limited (PNL)

Roles and Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment and training programmes in line HR objectives for each given year
• Develop, maintain and supervise key talent programmes to support the set HR objective
• Initiate and supervise HR programmes that promote retention of top talents
• Design and manage employee career management programmes
• Recommend to Head, Human Resources and Enterprise Development talent management policies and processes that are in line with globally acceptable standards
• Comply with health and safety rules while carrying out assigned tasks
• Provide monthly and quarterly reports of work activities to the Head, Human Resources and Enterprise Development
• Any other duties as assigned by the Head, Human Resources and Enterprise Development.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management, Psychology or any other Social discipline
• Relevant professional qualifications of regulatory bodies like CIPMN, SHRM, CIPD etc. are added advantages
• 3-5 years cognate experience.

Working Knowledge, Skills, Competencies and Attributes:

• Experience working as a Talent Development Professional in a company of similar size
• Excellent Communication skills
• Numerate and Analytical skills
• Excellent people management skills.
• Recruitment and selection skills
• Counselling skills
• Training skills
• Should be conversant with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint and Word) and at least a relevant HR software package.

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Roles and Responsibilities

• Identify and assess the training needs of the organization through job analysis, career paths and consultation with managers.
• Develop individualized and group training programs that address specific business needs.
• Develop training manuals that target tangible results.
• Implement effective and purposeful training methods.
• Effectively manage the training budget.
• Evaluate organizational performance to ensure that training is meeting business needs and improving performance.
• Assess employees’ skills, performance, and productivity to identify areas of improvement.
• Drive brand values and philosophy through all training and development activities.
• Effectively communicate with team members, trainers and management.
• Create a curriculum to facilitate strategic training based on the organizations goals.
• Select and manage resources, including working with both internal employees and training vendors to develop and deliver training.
• Manage the technologies and technical personnel required to develop, manage and deliver training.
• Keep abreast of training trends, developments and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or a related field (essential)
• A minimum of 4 years’ experience in training and development management (essential).
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Superb track record in developing and executing successful training programs.
• Critical thinker with innovative problem-solving skills.
• Highly computer literate with proficiency in MS Office and related business and communication tools.
• Familiar with traditional and modern training processes.
• Fantastic organizational and time management skills.
• Strategic and creative mindset.
• Meticulous attention to detail.

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Reference Number: Panda/SCHAIN/2022/00002
Loaction: Panda, Nassarawa
Supervises (Direct/ Indirect): Nil
Reports to: Head Supply Chain

Job Objective

• The Demand & Supply Planning Manager is the responsible for creating and maintaining the consensus 18 months rolling demand plan for Finished Goods and VISITS Materials at multiple levels of aggregation, using statistical models within APO, and utilizing insights from Sales, Marketing, and Finance.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Coordinate the forecast consensus meeting and operates the statistical forecasting system Sales and Marketing team in the demand planning phase of each months S&OP cycle to ensure a consensus forecast
• Work closely with the supply and distribution teams to ensure products availability in the right quantity at depots/location/customers in line with the consensus demand or activity plans.
• Identify and advise promptly abnormal demands situations, forecast accuracies and how to address identified issues
• New Product Launch monitoring and reporting
• Generate a supply plan based on demand forecast required to meet customer needs and marketing requirements
• Generate weekly production plans for the factory in line with the supply plans, ensure an agreed production plan with the factories on a weekly basis.
• Monitor production to plan performance and coordinate action for improvement with supply chain colleagues and factory management.
• Monitor finished goods inventory level, taking action on any foreseen shortages and excesses and ensuring stock levels remain within agreed targets.
• Monitor forecast and sales performance weekly and adjust plan accordingly.
• Monitor phase in / phase out planning process to minimize slobs and ensure raw materials product availability.
• Optimising the balance of inventory across the supply chain network in line with target customer service levels, levels of forecast accuracy and safety stock levels, for the allocated SKU's.
• Plan materials for production in line with MRP system requirements.
• Monitor weekly usages, material stock variance, stock levels and advise next delivery.
• Provide input in developing departmental strategies for inventory on existing items, new product introduction and phase outs
• Provide feedback to the supply chain in the area of stock and demand replenishment and associated risks.

Working knowledge, skills and competencies, and attributes

• Ability to maintain a strict rhythm
• Demonstrated Analytical Skills
• Demonstrated ability and understanding of WOS management
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and operations
• Operational Process Mapping, Analysis and Improvement Skills
• Advanced abilities in Microsoft Office particularly Excel
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Understanding of S&OP process and importance to SCM
• Knowledge of Customer Relationship Management
• Ability to influence and deliver proposals to customers.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Head Supply chain or COO.

Qualifications and Experience

• B.Sc / HND in Business Administration, Supply Chain or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years working experience in Demand and Supply planning with 3 years at managerial level.
• Relevant professional qualifications are added advantage
• Experience in a planning environment
• Demonstrable experience in the faculty of Demand Planning
• Demonstrable experience or advanced academic knowledge of supply planning concepts.

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Reference Number: Panda/SCHAIN/2022/00001
Location: Panda, Nasarawa
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: Head Supply chain

Job Objective

• The Internal Logistics Manager is responsible for all warehouse activities including receiving deliveries, coordinating stock, documenting Finished Goods transactions, and distribution of Raw & Pack materials and Finished Goods.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Ensure that all Finished Goods in stock are well organised and correctly stored, well protected, fully identified and easily accessible (cleanliness, security, access, etc.).
• Ensure immediately after receipt of goods or dispatch of goods, update stock cards and/or create stock cards for all Raw & Pack and Finished Goods on company ERP.
• Perform physical stock counts in accordance with the frequency previously defined by way of internal control over wrong issues, pilferage, etc.
• Preparation of stock report
• Ensure Dispatch Finished Goods are as per order received.
• Ensure issuance of materials are in line with Material Requisition.
• Ensure FEFO is followed in issuance/dispatching of goods.
• Reconcile stock movement with production team.
• Have a working knowledge of Warehouse Management?
• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.
• Comply with all HSE policies and standards.
• Maintain and adhere to company’s warehouse management procedures to ensure safe keeping both as to quality and quantity of materials.
• Any other adhoc jobs as requested by line manager(s).
• Imbibe and show the company values at all time.

Working Knowledge, Skills, Competencies and Attributes:

• Record of successful distribution and logistics management
• Demonstrable ability to lead and manage staff
• Proficient in standard logistics software
• Excellent analytical, problem solving and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects
• Any other duties as assigned by the Head Supply chain or COO.

Qualifications and Experience

• B.Sc / HND in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years working experience as a Logistics Manager
• Relevant professional qualifications is an added advantage.

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Reference Number: Panda/SCHAIN/2022/00003
Location: Panda, Nasarawa
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: Head Supply chain

Job Objective

• The Production Planner is responsible for scheduling the usage of production materials to ensure optimal levels and also evaluate suppliers or quality timeliness and match according to goals.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Coordinating production workflow for one or multiple products
• Planning and prioritizing operations to ensure maximum performance and minimum delay
• Determining manpower, equipment and raw materials needed to cover production demand
• Assign workers and other staff to particular production operations
• Schedule shift according to production needs
• Monitor jobs to ensure they will finish on time and within budget
• Address issues when they arise aiming for minimum disruption
• Obtain output information (number of finished products, percentage of defectives etc.)
• Prepare and submit status and performance reports
• Keep paperwork organized
• Collaborate with quality control, warehouse and other staff

Qualifications and Experience

• B.Sc / HND in Business Administration, Supply Chain or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years working experience in Demand and Supply planning with 3 years at managerial level.
• Relevant professional qualifications are added advantage
• Experience in a planning environment
• Demonstrable experience in the faculty of Demand Planning
• Demonstrable experience or advanced academic knowledge of supply planning concepts
• Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) accreditation or other relevant certification is advantageous.

Working Knowledge, Skills, Competencies and Attributes:

• Proven experience as production planner
• Excellent knowledge of production planning and quality control principles
• Experience in MRP II (Manufacturing resource planning)
• Working knowledge of MS Office and ERP systems
• Good at math and statistics
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication abilities
• Excellent time management skills.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Head Supply chain or COO.