Job Openings at Dangote Group

Job Summary

• Manage and coordinate budgeting and management reporting procedures at the plant and ensure availability of up-to-date and accurate information on budgeted and actual financial activities, to support informed decision-making by management.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Circulate the annual business planning guidelines/ assumptions and provide guidance to budget holders during the planning process the plant.
• Oversee collation of budget inputs across the plant and prepare consolidated annual budget for the plant.
• Monitor approved budget allocations by obtaining information on revenue and expenditure, and reporting variances on a monthly basis.
• Drive periodic budget forecasting and recommend budget review as required.
• Develop periodic and other ad hoc budget reports, forecasts and analysis.
• Generate monthly business performance statements, noting major deviations from planned budget and risk areas and prepare variance analysis for Head, Plant Finance.
• Manage journal entries on SAP (or other system) and check with relevant documents (e.g. GRN/ SRN, invoices, etc.) to ensure uniformity of details and accuracy of postings/ reconciliations for month-end or periodic management reporting.
• Approve vouchers and journals for posting and manage reconciliation to various ledgers.
• Allocate costs for central or joint expenditure to relevant cost centres in line with DCP’s cost allocation policies.
• Proffer relevant recommendations to the Head, Plant Finance on the financial implications and consequences of business decisions at the plant.
• Provide Plant Management with complete, valid, accurate and timely reports for effective decision making.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Head, Plant Finance.

Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other related discipline.
• Relevant professional certification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA).
• Minimum of ten (10) years progressive HR work experience.

Skills and Competencies:

• Good understanding of trends, challenges, opportunities, regulations and legislations relating to the cement manufacturing industry.
• Proven experience in planning, budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Very sound business acumen – financial and commercial knowledge.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Good leadership and people management skills.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Working knowledge/ experience in the use of financial systems including SAP.
• Good understanding of micro and macroeconomic indices and their impact on the cement business.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of IFRS, finance best practices and other applicable reporting and accounting standards.

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Job Summary

Ensure the implementation of effective controls across all business processes, operations, and systems to promote transparency and good corporate governance.

Job Objectives

• Support the Team Lead, IT Audit - ICFR, to ensure compliance with ICFR, including certification by Directors and External Auditors.
• To provide leadership to the IT Audit analyst to ensure effective monitoring of internal controls across business units.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the team lead in planning and executing IT ICOFR testing efficiently and effectively throughout the year.
• Analyse risks associated with IT processes, assess the effectiveness of the internal control systems, and develop/ update the Risk and Control matrix.
• Demonstrable experience in implementing Internal Control over Financial Reporting is mandatory.
• Demonstrable experience in testing COBIT, GITC, and SAP Automated Controls is mandatory.
• Support the team lead to develop an audit programme for continuous monitoring and evaluation of IT ICFR.
• Support ICFR awareness in DCP, including training and liaising with the IT departments to ensure that all periodic controls are complied with.
• Conduct testing of information technology infrastructure and data controls, perform integrity checks, and assess audit trails of operational information systems.
• Coordinate with external auditors for the purpose of certification in the company’s accounts.
• Maintain a dashboard for all IT ICFR controls that fail internal testing for Director’s certification/ External Auditors certification, and follow up with responsible departments to ensure swift remediation.
• Implement tools to analyse data to improve audit efficiency and effectiveness, (including for risk assessments.
• Support the evaluation of controls on IT infrastructure and data protection as well as the effectiveness of information security.

Requirements

Educational Qualification

• A first degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or any related discipline
• Should possess a master’s degree in computer science or any related discipline 

Professional Qualification

• Possession of at least one of the following certifications is required: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified IT Professional (CITP)

Desired Experience and Competencies

• Minimum of 7 years’ IT Audit work experience.
• Experience across multiple industries/markets, e.g., Manufacturing, Energy, Utilities, etcetera.
• International work experience is an added advantage.
• Understanding of Networking systems and computer databases.
• Good knowledge of accounting principles and standards.
• Knowledge of Internal control principles and frameworks (COSO, COBIT).
• Knowledge of internal auditing standards, responsibilities, code of ethics, and certification.
• Knowledge of audit tools.
• Excellent communication skills.

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Job Summary

• Responsible for ensuring that plant heavy equipment are in safe operating condition by conducting routine maintenance and scheduling needed repairs.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• To carry out all types of repairs (emergency/running) and daily/periodic preventive maintenance of various make & types of heavy duty equipment , utilities, plants/vehicles in accordance with manufacturer’s guidance/recommendation and safe operating procedures to ensure optimum utilization and availability.
• To ensure proper housekeeping during and after completion of jobs.
• To give adequate on- the- job training to junior technician/helpers in order to develop them professionally.
• To always ensure safety in using material handling equipment, tools etc.
• Carry out performance appraisal and practical assessment of junior technicians/helpers/intending staff for promotion and employment respectively.
• To use all the PPE as recommended by the Safety Policy of the company and report to the authorities concerned regarding the accidents and near miss incident.
• To suggest to the management methods of improvements of maintenance practices.
• To ensure consistent availability of HEMM for operation without interruption.
• To diagnose the problem on diesel engine, hydraulic & transmission system and to initiate remedial actions appropriately.
• To assist the supervisor/engineer for the spare parts planning.
• Proper handling of tools provided them and to ensure right usage. Also responsible for getting the right tools for jobs at hand.
• Should have a valid DRIVING LICENCE.
• Compliance with ISO regulations.

Requirements

Education and Work Experience

• SSCE, National Diploma, Trade test-1, 2 & 3 in mechanical fitting/mechanical equipment maintenance.
• Minimum of (3 - 10) years experience in HEMM and LMV

Skills and Competencies

• Knowledge of repair and maintenance of plant heavy equipment.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good teaming skills.
• Baseline problem analysis and solving skills.
• Creativity and an ability to think out of the box.
• Proficiency in the use of office productivity tools.

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The IT Risk Specialist at Dangote Cement Plc will lead the identification, assessment, and mitigation of technology and cybersecurity risks across cement production plants and corporate operations. This role ensures that IT systems supporting manufacturing, logistics, and enterprise functions are secure, resilient, and aligned with the Group’s risk appetite and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct objective, fact-based risk assessments on new and existing systems and share findings with all stakeholders within the information system.
• Managing the IT Risk environment, including related policies, standards, and processes.
• Manage the risk portfolio to include linking risk to controls, coordinating control owners to conduct RSCAs, and appropriately documenting control statements.
• Understand and provide advice on managing cybersecurity risks; collaborate with other IT professionals as needed to address new emerging threats.
• Manage the self-identified issue process; acceptance of issues; tracking SIIs and audit issues to closure.
• Develop and implement a cybersecurity defence strategy, including business continuity and disaster recovery procedures.
• Identify threats and conduct risk assessments to address cybersecurity risks.
• Work with the team to improve the security posture of the business and reduce its risk profile.
• Conduct on-site security assessments to measure the effectiveness of the third party's current control environment.
• Knowledge and experience in information security standards. (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, OWASP Top 10, Security Essentials)
• Maintain close working relationships with appropriate teams across and outside of IT.
• Work closely with all areas to ensure clear risk visibility with all IT staff.
• Provide Continuous Control Monitoring through Key Risk Indicators, providing challenges to KRIs.
• Establish and monitor key risk indicators and implement corrective action plans to mitigate risks.
• Work closely with Group Risk Management, ensuring that IT Risks are reported as required to the Group Risk Board Committee and aligned with Risk appetite and Risk tolerance levels
• Maintain an awareness of potential Emerging Risks and ensure these are recorded, visible, and considered in all new technology initiatives and financial planning activities
• Provide oversight of all Risk Events, ensuring they are recorded, investigated, closed off, or escalated as necessary

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong technical background with 5 + years of experience in risk management with proven IT risk and/or IT governance skills.
• Certified CRISC/CISA/CISM/CISSP or other relevant qualifications.
• An Information Security GRC position with strong knowledge of ISO27001, NIST, OWASP, and PSI-DSS
• Knowledge of risk management/cyber security controls and tooling is desirable.
• Has strong policy writing experience
• Can communicate with Senior Stakeholders about Information risk.
• Can build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to communicate complex information to a variety of audiences.
• Can work in a fast-paced environment
• Knowledge and understanding of Privileged Access Management, Patch Management, SOC Visibility, and Business Continuity
• Knowledge of Control/Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing methodologies
• Experience using and configuring information security and risk management tools like Nessus, Tenable, Acunetix, BULP suite, Nipper tool, and more to generate and report IT risks.
• Able to work in a cross-cultural and cross-functional environment.

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We are looking for a competent Sales Administration Officer who will provide the regional/area sales team with effective administrative support and ensure the achievement of assigned sales targets. 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure all necessary sales administration tasks associated with selling the company's products are carried out in an efficient, expedient, and professional manner in accordance with the company policies.
• Provide the sales team with a full range of administrative support to assist with the sales success of the company, including managing schedules, creating sales proposals and pitch documents, and generating reports related to sales activities and revenue data.
• Plan meetings and ensure that sales staff in the field are in contact with head office staff.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Area Sales Manager.
• Coordinate communication of all customer-related issues to the Area Sales Manager to ensure a seamless flow of information.
• Track customer sales and provide analysis for forecasting, trending, presentations, accruals, rebates, and internal reporting.
• Ensure all regional/area sales records are kept up-to-date and accurate.
• Ensure customer enquiries, feedback, and complaints are handled appropriately.

Education and Work Experience 

• Bachelor's degree or its equivalent in business or a related discipline.
• 3-6 years post-NYSC work experience in sales, preferably in FMCG.
• Good understanding of B2B sales. trends, challenges, opportunities, regulations, and legislation relating to the cement manufacturing industry.
• Good knowledge of DCP's product and service offerings.
• Strong administration skills - organization, thoroughness, and the ability to effectively leverage technology with good attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work well within a team.
• Proficiency in the use of MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).