NNPC Scholarships: Addax Petroleum / NNPC Scholarship in Nigeria 2010 for Undergraduates

Addax Petroleum Development (Nig) Limited invites qualified candidates for its 2009/2010 National Tertiary Institutions Scholarship Awards Scheme in Nigeria.
GENERAL ELIGIBILITY
All Candidates must:
i) be a Nigerian
ii) be a registered, full time 100 level undergraduate in any Nigerian Tertiary Institution
iii) have 5 ‘0′ level credit passes in one sitting including English Language and Mathematics.
NOTE:
Any candidate currently a beneficiary of a scholarship of any kind is not eligible to apply
Dependants of employees of Addax Petroleum are not eligible to apply.
METHOD OF APPLICATION
To qualify for consideration, applicants MUST submit an application with ALL the following information.
A. Surname
B. Other Names
C. Sex
D. Functional Email address and phone number
And attach scanned copies of the original:
i. Admission letter into institution with information on course of study, year of entry and duration.
ii. SSCE/GCE O’level certificate
iii. Evidence of state of origin/local government
iv. School ID card or National ID or Driver’s license or international passport.
APTITUDE TEST
An aptitude test for all applicants will be conducted at the following centres on a later date that shall be communicated to successful applicants through their email addresses.
Applicants should therefore indicate their preferred centre for the test on their applications:
1. ABUJA 2. CALABAR 3. LAGOS 4. PORT HARCOURT 5. OWERRI
SUBMISSION
All applications should be submitted with scanned copies of credentials through the following email addresses not later than Friday, May 28, 2010
Applications from North East geographical zone -
Email address: CRL1@addaxpetroleum.com
Applications from North West geographical zone -
Email address: CRL2@addaxpetroleum.com
Applications from North Central geographical zone -
Email address: CRL3@addaxpetroleum.com
Applications from South West geographical zone -
Email address: CRL4@addaxpetroleum.com
Applications from South East geographical zone -
Email address: CRL5@addaxpetroleum.com
Applications from South South geographical zone -
Email address: CRL6@addaxpetroleum.com

Sales Jobs:Sales Trainees Jobs in Nigeria at Alliance Autos Nigeria Limited

Alliance Autos Nigeria Limited a multinational auto sales and services company operating throughout the country with its headquarters in central Lagos.
As a result of growth and expansion in our operations, we require urgently the services of following individuals who will assist the company achieve its total sales and services delivery objectives in a fast growing autos market.
Job Title: Sales Trainees (four positions)
Requirements and qualifications
- B.Sc/HND in relevant fields.
- 2-4 years of working experience in auto Companies.
- Computer Literacy
- Good Communication Skills
Application
All interested candidates should please send their application letters, including their Curriculum Vitae, day time address and telephone numbers to
The General Manager/HR/Admin
Alliance Autos Nigeria Limited
1090, Adeola Odeku Street
Victoria Island Lagos
OR
P.O. Bok 160, Lagos Nigeria
Application Deadline is 25th May 2010

Telecom Vendor Jobs:Qualcomm Jobs Vacancies: Office Administrator Nigeria

Qualcomm CDMA Technologies (QCT) is the world’s largest fabless semiconductor producer and the largest provider of wireless chipset and software technology, which powers the majority of all 3G devices commercially available today.
Qualcomm has been dedicated to exploration. We have improved the airlink technology that is the foundation of wireless networks. We have enabled a new generation of wireless hardware. We have created powerful mobile applications for consumers and enterprise customers. And our partners, engineers and developers are still innovating, still working to change the face of wireless communication as they build tomorrow’s technologies today.
Qualcomm Nigeria recruits: Office Administrator
Division: Global Development – Asia, Middle East and Africa
Job Function:
This position is responsible for providing administrative support for the Lagos, Nigeria office including finance and accounting activities and reporting, interfacing and negotiating with vendors, hospitality for clients and visitors which may include assistance with travel and visa, handling the day to day administrative operations of the office, and handling various special projects such as office moves and planning and logistics for QUALCOMM sponsored conferences.
- Handle various accounting and financial activities for the Lagos office.
- Prepare fortnightly Cash Flow Worksheets.
- Make travel arrangements (hotel, airfare, etc.) for various people internationally and locally.
- Provide hospitality for office visitors including arranging meetings and purchasing meals and refreshments. With prior approval, may arrange and lead outings for visitors.
- Create and maintains office filing systems.
- Handles special projects which may include drafting reports or other documents, booking venues for QUALCOMM hosted conferences and forums, preparing and purchasing promotional materials for distribution.
- Handle office activities including screening phone calls, opening and distributing of mail, petty cash, purchasing office supplies, arranging for Conference call bridges, and office equipment repairs.
- Dealing with vendors as appropriate and interface with legal counsel on various matters concerning the office such as lease agreements.
- Handle affairs relating to the operation of the office with guidance from management as needed.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by management and responsibilities may vary as the needs of the office change.
Skills/Experience
- Directly relevant experience of working in a similar role.
- Strong reading, writing and mathematics skills required.
- Likely to have a minimum of 5 years prior secretarial experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of departmental/organizational practices, polices and procedures.
Thorough knowledge of Eudora, Microsoft Word & Excel, Meeting Maker and PowerPoint.
Responsibilities
- Directly relevant experience of working in a similar role.
- Strong reading, writing and mathematics skills required.
- Likely to have a minimum of 5 years prior secretarial experience.
- Comprehensive knowledge of departmental/organizational practices, polices and procedures.
- Thorough knowledge of Eudora, Microsoft Word & Excel, Meeting Maker and PowerPoint.
Education Requirements
The applicant should at least hold some formal training certificate for secretarial / administrative training and have completed primary & tertiary education. A higher education qualification will be advantageous.
Apply Here

Hotel Jobs: Hotel Bon Voyage Recruiting for various positions

Hotel Bon Voyage is conveniently located in the heart of Lagos Business District on the edge of Victoria Island. Set on the shores of Kuramo lagoon, the Hotel Bon Voyage is an enchanting and unique paradise.
Hotel Bon Voyage’s signature style of hospitality and value is unmatched. Experience the best of hospitality with us.
We are currently recruiting highly qualified persons for the following positions.
- Waitress
- Female Security Operatives
- Executive Housekeeper/ Supervisor House Keeping
- Sous Chef
- F & B Senior Supervisor
- Maintenance Engineers ( Air-conditioning, Electrician, Plumber)
- Experienced Storekeeper
Requirements
Candidates must show proof of required skills
Computer literacy is a huge advantage
Application
Interested Applicants should please foward handwritten applications and Cvs to the address
HOTEl BONVOYAGE
57A A.J Marinho Drive, Off Ajose Adeogun
Victoria Island, Lagos
Or email: info@hotelbonvoyageng.com

Graduate Trainee jobs: Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc Trainee Milling Technicians Programme [MTP] 2010

Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc Recruits Trainee Milling Technicians
Are you OND holder in science or technology discipline? Then come join our competitive Milling Technicians Programme [MTP] and start off an impressive and rewarding professional career in Milling!!
Trainee Milling Technicians
Our 2010 Milling Technicians Programme [MTP] is scheduled to commence in the second quarter of the year. The MTP is open to Ordinary National Diploma holders in science or technology discipline who aspire to careers in professional Milling.
Successful candidate will undergo a 30 months structured intensive on-the-job training in milling operations in our Mills across the country. Trainees win also be registered for professional examination certification by National Association of British and Irish Milters [NABIM)
APPLICATION
Applicants not above 22, with OND and 5 0′ level credits inclusive of English Languageang Mathematics should visit the link below to complete the application formalities on or before – 4th June 2010.
http://www.dragnetnigeria.com/fmnplc.
Please note that only applications via this link will be considered.
Flour Mills of Nigeria Pic dissociates itself from any other websites that carry this advertorial.
The Human Resources Director
Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc
2, Old Dock Road, Apapa.

Nokia Nigeria Jobs: Logistics Coordinator

Nokia is the world’s leading mobile phone supplier and a leading supplier of mobile and fixed telecom networks including related customer services.
Nokia is recruiting for Logistics Coordinator in Nigeria
Job Description
Logistics Coordinator-OPE0000004C
Description
- Responsible for daily execution of order management and demand fulfillment activities for selected accounts
- Responsible for the communication and co-ordination of corrective activities pertaining to Defect On Arrival (DOA) quality cases
- Ensure that planning systems and databases are updated according to the processes
Collaborative / Demand Planning
- Contact point for customer with regards to delivery status
- Enter / change customer plans into planning tool for Short-Term
- Enter channel inventory data on customer’s behalf into channel inventory database
- Generate planning-related reports
- Provide the following information for sales planning:
Order load
Delivery information (quantity, schedules)
Supply constraints and availability
- Activate / de-activate Product family and Sales Pack code for accounts in product activation tool
Order Management
- Co-ordinate with Local Sales Unit Finance & Control, Local Sales Unit Sales, Sales Unit Demand & Availability or Factory on order changes / cancellation, supply updates and delivery issues
- Inform Factories of order exceptions and specific customer requirements and ensure factories execute accordingly
- Create / maintain product catalogue in ERP system for channel inventory database
- Create / maintain customer data in channel inventory database
- Verify / change Sales Area information in Sold-to Party in ERP system
- Create / change Ship-to Party in ERP system
- Receive, process and confirm customer orders for Device and Gear
- Change / cancel sales order as per Sales, Local Sales Unit Finance & Control or Factory confirmation
- Create and send invoices to customer for Device and Gear
- Create and send invoices to customer for Service
- Inform factory to release shipment upon payment confirmation
- Generate order management related reports
- Responding to customer queries related to orders
- Distribution
Co-ordinate customer’s deliveries with Factory and destination Logistics Service Partner (LSP) in case of issues
Review destination Logistics Service Partner (LSP) performance
Communicate customer delivery requirements to Outbound Lead-time & Transportation (OBLT) team and Factories
Monitor and ensure customer’s Delivery Quality claims are attended to and resolved within the lead-time stated in Service Level Agreement
Does communication related to Defect On Arrival (DOA) quality cases
Co-ordinate corrective actions required with required parties (Factory, CARE, etc) for Defect On Arrival (DOA) quality cases
Coordinate material returns
Provide customer with required documents for importation clearance
Issue letter of credit for shipments
Enter customer’s delivery requirements into shipping information database
Enter customer’s Delivery Quality claims into quality database
Create return order for approved materials returns
Uploads customer Proof of Delivery (POD) confirmation into ERP system on month end for revenue recognition, in the event that Logistics Service Partner (LSP) cannot upload in time
Responding to customer queries related to deliveries
Qualifications
- Able to work independently
- Able to negotiate effectively to sell alternative solutions to customers
- Able to perceive quality issues from customer’s perspective
- Able to understand the business from a market and channel dynamics, product management and segmentation perspective
- Able to multi-task and manage time effectively
- Has understanding of end to end Demand Supply Chain
- Has knowledge of inventory management, replenishment and forecasting concepts
- Has analytical skills
- Has experience in using Microsoft Office applications, ERP systems (SAP R/3), planning tools and databases
- Has knowledge of import/export and trade compliance procedures
- Is customer focused and service oriented
- Is a team player and can work effectively with multiple internal / external interfaces
- Is pro-active
Job Operations & Logistics
Primary Location: NG-Lagos
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree (±16 years)
Application Deadline is 18th June 2010
Apply Online Click Here

Swift Oil and Gas Jobs: Offloading Buoy System Leader

Swift Oil and Gas is the leading supplier of manpower to the global Oil and Gas industry.
We are recruiting for Offloading Buoy System Leader
Job Reference: 1238/42
Location: Lagos
Job type: Contract
Job summary
Our client a major in the oil and gas industry require an Offloading Buoy System Leader to work residentially on their project based in Lagos, Nigeria, long term contract. Candidates wishing to apply for this role will be responsible for assisting the UFR Package Manager in the clear definition of the contract exhibits and in particular the Scope of Work
Main Job Responsibilities:
* During FEED and together with Engineering Managers, ensure design consistency and continuity throughout the Buoy facilities interfaces (with FPSO package offloading system, OOL system, offshore installation, FPSO communications)
* Ensure that the FEED Contractors implement the required specifications and specific requirements to have a comprehensive Basic design studies for the project Offlloading Buoy. At a later stage, the activities will be expanded to the coordination of the EPC Contractors activities regarding the delivery of the Buoy package. The position will be responsible for delivery of the Buoy to the required specification.
* Ensure that HSE requirements are systematically considered all along the design process and in particular that HAZID/HAZOP/PTR project audits results are all well integrated into the buoy design dossier
* Attend major interface meetings, internal and external with FEED Contractors, Packages Contractors, Vendors, client specialists, Partner’s experts, etc. Ensuring all interfaces aspects are well cascaded into the Buoy design dossier.
* Assist the Package Managers at all project phases with reporting, meetings organisation and attendance with tenderers and/or local authorities, project schedule follow-up. Also ensuring of all project technical correspondences are duly answered.
Skills/Qualifications:
* MSc in engineering that relates to the oil & gas industry at large and preferably to Petroleum industry activities (such as Mechanical Engineering, Wells & Drilling Engineering, Civil Engineering, Ocean & Subsea Engineering, preferred) ; certified copy of diploma with grade shall be requested
* Ideally the candidate will be also a chartered Engineer (such as CEng MICE)
* 5 to 10 years experience in the industry (although preferably with practice of Oil & Gas industry for offshore works) as project engineer with responsibilities including small team management and construction / fabrication site experience
* knowledge of international design codes / standards. Excellent English verbal and written skills are requested.
Application Closing date 25th May 2010
Consultant Lilian Jeronymo
Email: lilianj.27087.2290@swiftoilandgas.aplitrak.com
Phone: 01992 704 900
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Oil and Gas Jobs in Nigeria: Swift Oil and Gas Recruits Senior Pipeline Engineer, Port Harcourt

Swift Oil and Gas is the leading supplier of manpower to the global Oil and Gas industry.
We are recruiting for Senior Pipeline Engineer
Job Reference: 1074/92
Location Nigeria
Job type: Contract
Job summary
Senior Pipeline Engineer required by our client to join their project based in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, residential based, 12 month contract. Successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that scope of work is fulfilled within ALL the pipeline engineering design disciplines.
Main Job Responsibilities:
* Ensures that FEED is updated as required by the contractor.
* Reviews and makes comments on, as leader, all contractor’s design deliverables in due time, in particular ensuring that discipline engineers implement pipeline design codes and adhere to pipeline concepts.
* Anticipates problems within the design disciplines and informs OUR Pipeline Engineering Coordinator.
* Ensure in compliance and sustainable responses to contractor’s Technical Queries and Technical Deviation Requests.
* Liaises with other disciplines to ensure consistency of the work. Coordinates with Operations to ensure compliance of the works with other TEPNG stakeholders.
* Makes occasional Site visits to check contractor pipeline routings and follows contractor site surveys.
* Reviews and analyzes planning updates including critical path for discipline related activities; reviews and approves progress for discipline related activities, and coordinates with Project planning engineer.
* Ensures that OUR Pipeline deliverables are in conformity with development on OML58 Upgrade as far as possible and assist interface coordinator in that matter.
Experienced Required:
* 15 years APPLICABLE experience in carrying out Pipeline Engineering & Design activities on basic and detailed engineering projects.
* Previous work with Oil & Gas EPC contractor or operator.
* Fluent in English language.
* Leadership experience.
Application Closing date: 1st June 2010
Consultant Sarra Collins
Email sarrac.77111.2290@swiftoilandgas.aplitrak.com
Phone 01992 704 900
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Nigerian Army Short Service Combatant Commission Recruitment 2010 (SSC)

Nigerian Army Short Service Combatant Recruitment 2010 On!
Nigerian Army Resumes Online Recruitment
The Nigerian Army has commenced the online recruitment into the Forces for this year. The process has been made as easy as possible to enable a wide range of people to apply easily. All You need to do is get a scratch card from the bank which contains your PIN code. You can also use your ATM card to apply.
1. The Nigerian Army invites applications from able bodied and qualified Nigerians for the grant of Short Service Combatant Commission (SSC) as officers into the Nigerian Army. The Short Service Combatant Commission offers an excellent opportunity to young Nigerians who want to have an experience in the Nigerian Army without necessarily having to spend their entire career life in it. The SSC is open to civilians or serving military personnel who must be male by gender.
REQUIREMENT
2. All civilians or serving personnel must satisfy the following conditions:
a. Be a Nigerian as defined in the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
b. Be a male between the age of 24 – 29 years.
c. Possess at least a BA, BSc or HND of not less than 2nd class lower (2.2) or equivalent in the arts, sciences or humanities from any recognized institution.
d. Measure at least 1.66m in height.
e. Be medically and physically fit.
f. Possess NYSC discharge certificate or a valid exemption as the case may be.
g. Possess valid birth certificate endorsed by the National Population Commission, hospital or local government council of birth or valid age declaration.
h. Possess a valid certificate of state of origin.
i. Must not have been convicted by any competent court of law on any criminal grounds.
j. Recommended by at least two recognizable referee who must attest to the applicant’s character and integrity.
Serving military personnel must be recommended by their commanding officers.
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
3. SSC will be granted for 10 years. Six years will be on active list renewable thereafter for a period up to 3 years. No extension is admitted after the ninth year of commission except on conversion to regular combatant where applicable.
a. Officer cadets who successfully complete the military training shall be granted the rank of Second Lieutenant.
b. Conversion to regular commission is not automatic. It is based on availability of vacancy and other criteria that are or will be in force from time to time.
c. All graduating officer cadets must sign an acceptance of the terms and conditions governing the Short Service Combatant Commission before they are granted commission into the Nigerian Army.
d. The reckonable period of service will be based on the date of commencement of cadet training of both civilian and military personnel entrants.
CLOSING DATE
5. Applications close 16 May 2010.
Photo Requirements
1. Candidates must upload and submit a passport photograph with this application form. The submitted image must adhere to the following specifications. Photographs submitted must be a recent photograph, taken within the last 6 months.
Failure to comply with any of the following requirements may cause your application to be rejected
2. Image Acquisition.
a. The image file may be produced by acquiring an image with a digital camera or by digitizing a paper photograph with a scanner.
b. Digital enhancement or other alterations or retouching are not permitted.
c. The original aspect ratio of the image must be preserved. (No image stretching is allowed.)
3. Compositional Specifications.
a. Content.
(1) The image must contain the full face, neck, and shoulders of the applicant in frontal view with a neutral, non-smiling expression and with eyes open and directed at the camera.
(2) The image must not contain any parts of the body below the applicant’s shoulders.
(3) The image must not include other objects or additional people.
(4) Applicant must be vertically oriented in the image.
(5) The image must be from a recent (within 6 months) photo of the applicant.
b. Size.
(1) The image size should be 200 pixels x 200 pixels (4cm x 4cm) and not more than 25 kilobyte..
4. Photo Validation . Before beginning the application process, you should verify that your picture complies with all requirements.
INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO FILL THE APPLICATION FORM
1. Ensure that you have a digital and clear passport photograph.
2. There are three (3) types of payment (BranchCollect Pin, Virtual PIN and ATM card). After you make your payment, you will login with your choice of username and password. This login enables you to enter your application and upload necessary documents. Note that your username and password are case sensitive.
3. Fill all the fields provided in the application form and upload a passport photograph. Click the submit button. Your input data would be displayed. Cross check to ensure there is no mistake in the information you have provided. Click the “Modify” button at the bottom of the page if there is need for correction otherwise click “Next” button to upload your documents.
4. The next page displays the processed form with all the submitted information. You may print this page before proceeding to the next page (Declaration Page).
5. The Declaration Page contains the applicant’s declaration and certification by parent to be signed in a Court of Law, another one to be signed by LG Chairman . You must print this page .
APPLICATION
Using VIRTUAL PIN
( E-Tranzact)
- Obtain a PIN Code from any branch of Oceanic bank in Nigeria after the payment of N2,000 Application Fee to the cashier.
- Login to www.nigerianarmyms.org
- Select Short Service Combatant Commission(SSC) Application link on Top of this page.
- Click on the Register and Make Payment link
- Select Virtual PIN Mode.
- Enter your username, password, Confirmation Order Number and submit.
Using ATM CARD
(InterSwitch)
- Login to http://www.nigerianarmyms.org/

- Select Short Service Combatant Commission(SSC).
- Click on the Register and Make Payment link
- Select Interswitch Payment Gateway or eTranzact Payment Gateway.
- Enter your username, password and submit.
- This will bring you to the Interswitch/eTranzact Gateway page where you type your ATM card parameters
- After successful payment of N2,000, login and begin to fill the forms and upload your passports and documents.
OR
CLICK HERE TO MAKE PAYMENT AND APPLY
For further information:
Please call the following support lines: 01-7339334,07026936166,07092426991 ,07037729780, 07061869927, 09-3140117 or 09-8734009.
For more information on the Nigerian Army, visit http://www.nigerian-army.org/

Army Headquarters
Department of Military Secretary
Mambilla Barracks
Asokoro Abuja

Nigerian Army Direct Short Service Commission 2010 Recruitment (DSSC)

Nigerian Army Direct Short Service Commission Recruitment 2010 On!
Nigerian Army Resumes Online Recruitment
The Nigerian Army has commenced the online recruitment into the Forces for this year. The process has been made as easy as possible to enable a wide range of people to apply easily. All You need to do is get a scratch card from the bank which contains your PIN code. You can also use your ATM card to apply.
DSSC Requirements
DIRECT SHORT SERVICE COMMISSION CORPS AND SERVICES
1. Applications are invited from suitably qualified Nigerians for commission into the Nigerian Army (NA) as Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) officers for the following NA specialties
a. Medical Corps.
(1) Medical Specialists: Applicants must possess MBBS degree or its equivalent and Post Graduate/Special qualifications. Preference will be given to Obstetricians and Gynecologists, ENT Surgeons, Radiologist, Pediatricians, General Surgeons, Psychiatrists and Anesthetists.
(2) Medical Doctors: Candidates must possess degree registrable with Nigerian Medical and Dental Council e.g MMS, CHB.
(3) Dental Surgeons: Candidates must possess degree registrable with Nigerian Medical and Dental Council.
(4) Pharmacists: Applicants must possess at least BSc Pharm and must be a member of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria.
(5) Physiotherapists: Applicants must possess BSc Physiotherapy and must be a member of the Institute of the Nigeria Society of Physiotherapy.
(6) Health Records Officers: Applicants must possess BSc Medical/Biostatistics or HND Medical Records/Biostatistics.
(7) Medical Laboratory Scientists: Applicants must possess BSc, AIMLS or its equivalent qualification, Medical Laboratory Science and must be registered with the Institute of Medical Laboratory Science and Technology of Nigeria.
(8) Medical Image Scientists: Applicants must possess BSc in Radiography and must be registered with the appropriate professional body.
(9) Public Health Technologists: Applicants must possess HND/BSc in Public Health, and be members of West African Health Examination Board (WAHEB).
(10) Clinical Psychologists: Applicants must possess MSc in Psychology and must be a registered Clinical Psychologist.
(11) Dieticians: Applicants must possess BSc Dietetics.
(12) Nursing Officers: Applicants must be registered Nurses. Applicants with BSc Nursing or other specialization will be an added advantage.
(13) Bio-Medical Engineers: Applicants must possess BSc or HND in Bio-Medical Engineering and must be registered with the appropriate professional body.
(14) Environmental Health Officers: Applicants must possess BSc or HND in Environmental Health Technology/Sciences and must be registered with the appropriate professional body.
(15) Optometrists: Applicants must possess BSc or HND in Optometry and must be registered with the appropriate professional body.
(16) Hospital Administrators: Applicants must possess BSc or HND in Hospital Administration and must be registered with the appropriate professional body.
(17) Occupational Therapists: Applicants must possess BSc or HND in Occupational Theraphy and must be registered with the appropriate professional body.
b. Directorates of Chaplain Services/Islamic Affairs:

Christian applicants must be ordained Priests with BA in Theology while Muslim applicants must possess BA in Arabic and Islamic Studies. Each applicant will be required to produce testimony of excellent character by a reputable religious organization in Nigeria.
c. Education Corps:

Applicants must possess BA, BSc or B.Ed degree (Arts, Sciences and Humanities) in any of the following: Mathematics, English, Geography, Home Economics, Guidance and Counseling, Chemistry, Physics, Computer, Christian Religious Knowledge and Islamic Religious Knowledge, Fine Arts, Library Science, Museology and Archival Studies, BSc or HND in Accounts and Intro Tech. Computer Literacy will be an added advantage.
d. Directorate of Legal Services:

Applicants must possess LLB, BL, LLM and must have been called to the Bar. Legal experience/Court Appearance will be an added advantage.
e. Band Corps: Applicants must possess HND, BSc or equivalent in Music with L.R.A.M and A.R.C.M.
f. Electrical and Mechanical Engineers Corps:

Applicants must possess HND, BSc or MSc degree in any of the following areas: Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical, Computer, Chemical, Aeronautical Communication, Avionics, Production Engineering, or equivalent qualifications registrable with Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN).
g. Engineers Corps:

Applicants must possess HND, BSc or MSc degree in Quantity/Estate/Land Surveying, Building/Structural Engineering, Geology, Geographic Information Systems, Cartography, Urban/Regional/Town Planning and must be registered with appropriate professional bodies.
h. Supply and Transport Corps: Applicants must possess HND in catering. A good working experience will be an added advantage.
i. Directorate of Army Public Relations:

Applicants must have HND, BSc or MSc degree in Mass Communication, Public Relations, Journalism, Social Science or BA/HND in Graphic Arts. Membership of the relevant professional bodies would be an added advantage.
j. Directorate of Army Physical Training:

Applicants must possess HND, BSc in Physical and Health Education.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
2. An applicant must fulfill the following:
a. Be a Nigerian as defined in the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
b. Be between the ages of 22 to 35 years for both serving personnel and civilians.
c. Be medically and physically fit.
d. Measure not less than 1.66m (for male) and 1.63m (for female) in height.
e. Must not have been convicted by any court of Law.
f. Possess a minimum of first degree from a recognized University or HND from a recognized Polytechnic.
g. Applicants (less serving soldiers) must have completed the NYSC Scheme or provide proof of exemption as the case may be.
h. Graduates with registrable professional qualifications must be duly registered by relevant bodies recognized by Nigerian Laws at the commencement of cadet training.
i. Possess valid birth certificate endorsed by the National Population Commission, Hospital or Local Government Council of birth or valid age declaration.
j. Possess a valid certificate of state of origin.
k. Recommended by at least one recognizable referee who must attest to the applicant’s character and integrity. Serving military personnel must be recommended by their commanders.
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
3. Direct Short Service commission will be granted for 10 years, for an initial probation period of 3 years service, renewable yearly for another period of 7 years. Direct Regular Commission may be granted on conversion after 3 years as commissioned officer.
4. All selected candidates will be required to undergo an initial military training at the Infantry Corps Centre Jaji or Nigerian Defence Academy Kaduna.
5. Officer cadets who successfully complete the military training shall be granted the rank of Lieutenant with no advantage of seniority except fully registered Medical Doctors, Architects, Lawyers and holders of doctorate degree in fields relevant to individual service who will be commissioned in the same rank but with 3 months seniority.
CLOSING DATE
5. Applications close 16 May 2010.
Photo Requirements
1. Candidates must upload and submit a passport photograph with this application form. The submitted image must adhere to the following specifications. Photographs submitted must be a recent photograph, taken within the last 6 months.
Failure to comply with any of the following requirements may cause your application to be rejected
2. Image Acquisition.
a. The image file may be produced by acquiring an image with a digital camera or by digitizing a paper photograph with a scanner.
b. Digital enhancement or other alterations or retouching are not permitted.
c. The original aspect ratio of the image must be preserved. (No image stretching is allowed.)
3. Compositional Specifications.
a. Content.
(1) The image must contain the full face, neck, and shoulders of the applicant in frontal view with a neutral, non-smiling expression and with eyes open and directed at the camera.
(2) The image must not contain any parts of the body below the applicant’s shoulders.
(3) The image must not include other objects or additional people.
(4) Applicant must be vertically oriented in the image.
(5) The image must be from a recent (within 6 months) photo of the applicant.
b. Size.
(1) The image size should be 200 pixels x 200 pixels (4cm x 4cm) and not more than 25 kilobyte..
4. Photo Validation . Before beginning the application process, you should verify that your picture complies with all requirements.
INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO FILL THE APPLICATION FORM
1. Ensure that you have a digital and clear passport photograph.
2. There are three (3) types of payment (BranchCollect Pin, Virtual PIN and ATM card). After you make your payment, you will login with your choice of username and password. This login enables you to enter your application and upload necessary documents. Note that your username and password are case sensitive.
3. Fill all the fields provided in the application form and upload a passport photograph. Click the submit button. Your input data would be displayed. Cross check to ensure there is no mistake in the information you have provided. Click the “Modify” button at the bottom of the page if there is need for correction otherwise click “Next” button to upload your documents.
4. The next page displays the processed form with all the submitted information. You may print this page before proceeding to the next page (Declaration Page).
5. The Declaration Page contains the applicant’s declaration and certification by parent to be signed in a Court of Law, another one to be signed by LG Chairman . You must print this page .
APPLICATION
Using VIRTUAL PIN
( E-Tranzact)
- Obtain a PIN Code from any branch of Oceanic bank in Nigeria after the payment of N2,000 Application Fee to the cashier.
- Login to www.nigerianarmyms.org
- Select Direct Short Service Commission(SSC) Application link on Top of this page.
- Click on the Register and Make Payment link
- Select Virtual PIN Mode.
- Enter your username, password, Confirmation Order Number and submit.
Using ATM CARD
(InterSwitch)
- Login to www.nigerianarmyms.org
- Select Direct Short Service Commission(SSC).
- Click on the Register and Make Payment link
- Select Interswitch Payment Gateway or eTranzact Payment Gateway.
- Enter your username, password and submit.
- This will bring you to the Interswitch/eTranzact Gateway page where you type your ATM card parameters
- After successful payment of N2,000, login and begin to fill the forms and upload your passports and documents.
OR
CLICK HERE TO MAKE PAYMENT AND APPLY
For further information:
Please call the following support lines: 01-7339334,07026936166,07092426991 ,07037729780, 07061869927, 09-3140117 or 09-8734009.
For more information on the Nigerian Army,

visit http://www.nigerian-army.org/

Army Headquarters
Department of Military Secretary
Mambilla Barracks
Asokoro Abuja