Job Opportunities at NetPro International Limited

NetPro International Limited RC375889 was incorporated in Nigeria in the year 2000 and has since evolved to become a truly innovative, customer-focused and international technology solutions company for Higher education Hospitality and healthcare. With Corporate Head Office in Abuja, NetPro has established presence and strategic partnerships in Ireland, United Kingdom and the United States of America.

OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

JOB DESCRIPTION
Our office has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and well-organized individual to join our team in an administrative capacity.
This full time position is accountable for creating office systems and implementing the day-to-day administrative operations of a busy, dynamic team.
You will perform detailed work involving the coordination and communication of information and implementation of administrative resources and processes that support the team in providing quality client service.
You will be a critical point of contact for inquiries, and liaise with and schedule volunteers for the accomplishment of office functions.

Office Administrator Duties:
Maintains office services by designing filing systems; organizes office operations and procedures; assigns and monitors clerical functions.
Maintains historical reference documents, in part by defining procedures for retention, protection, retrieval, transfer, and disposal of records.
Monitors office supplies, contracts and creates supply requisitions for approval
Collects referrals for office volunteers, scheduling and supervising as needed
Contributes to team effort by performing other tasks as needed
Supervise bulk mailings
Minutes and distribution at meetings
Files documents

Reception:
Receives visitors and provides 'hospitality'; answers telephone/voicemail (messages to include date,time,name,number,message); provides information as required
Receive, sort, process Canada Post mail, special parcels
Respond to office email or re-direct to appropriate staff
Photocopying
Act as the ED’s personal assistant

Data Integrity:
Ensure that all data entry protocols are followed
Enter initial registration information for Churches, Exhibitors, Volunteers and Donors
Copy video and audio recordings as needed

Board and Committee Administration:
Liaise with Senior Management and Board Members of NetPro in relation to the coordination of board meeting, business development endeavors or other meetings as appropriate.

Seminars/Conferences:
Liaise with leaders of the Seminar committee
Process seminar proposals for Committee's reading and selection
Collect Seminar committee's selection and prepare for publication
Provide final draft for committee proof reading
Confirm results with all applicants, including non-approved applicants
Assist in the duplication and sales process of recordings
Coordinate audio/video needs for presenters (ie. Screens)

Board of Directors:
Registration at AGM
Coordinate (attendance, food) Board meetings
Keep Board schedule of governance obligations and notify Board members

Magazine and Newsletter:
Collect articles and endorsements for magazine
Liaise with ED, regarding magazine layout
Collate all publication components for hand-off to lay-out person
Liaise the contracts and production schedule with printer
Forward editorials to proof readers and store for publication

QUALIFICATIONS
Education: minimum College Diploma
Two years of experience in an administrative capacity
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Familiar with a database/CRM and willing to learn new programs
Comfortable with Social Media
Comfortable speaking in public
Positive attitude and personable in high pressure situations
Able to work flexible hours for the conference and key meetings
Ability and open to take up other responsibilities

PROGRAMME MANAGER - TECHNOLOGY-ENHANCED LEARNING (TEL)

Institution/Department: Imo State Polytechnic, Umuagwo/Technology-enhanced Learning Centre
Reporting: Executive Director, Technology-enhanced Learning

JOB PURPOSE
To provide vision, operational, academic and strategic leadership in the management and further development of e-learning services, projects and activities for NetPro International Limited through the work of the Technology-enhanced Learning Centre at Imo State Polytechnic, Umuagwo.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and manage the TeL Centre, including all aspects of staff management, recruitment, appraisal, staff development, scheduling of work and discipline.
Devise, design and build or commission innovative, aligned and effective technological solutions to emerging problems and needs in the Polytechnic and beyond.
Financial management of the Unit and income generation (by writing grant proposals and building strategic partnerships) to ensure smooth running and continued funding for the Unit’s staff and the services it provides.
Undertake research and pursue networking opportunities including substantial travel to create partnerships, stay a--- of developments, and promote the work of the centre, including supporting and developing research and publishing.
Undertake training, teaching or course moderation as required, including setting and assessing coursework, theme leadership, curriculum design, administration and other academic duties, to provide a high quality integrated student learning experience.
Chair or contribute to strategic and operational committees on issues pertaining to e-learning and the use of technology in support of teaching and learning.
Liaise with key stakeholder in relation to the strategic goals and activities, to ensure the smooth working of the Centre.
Deputise for the Director as required
Planning and Organising:

Devise and implement financial plans for the centre including income generation.
Plan TeL service provision for the Polytechnic and the means by which it is implemented both within the centre and beyond, including planning service architecture and strategic developments in learning technology services for the centre, the Polytechnic and beyond.
Plan and prioritise personal workload and that of TeL staff. Organise team meetings appraisals, staff development sessions to ensure smooth and efficient running of the centre.
Problem Solving:

Find solutions to potential and actual disruptions in the centre’s service provision due to staff holidays, sickness, maternity leave, resignations, technical disruptions, etc.
Work with academic staff to develop their work plans and academic content of high quality.
Rework and adjust strategic and operational plans and priorities in the light of emerging issues and problems
Decision Making:

Decide on budgetary, staffing and support issues for centre.
Ensure and carry out suitable quality assurance measures on the output of the centre and the services offered
Contribute to decisions and plans regarding the long-term strategic goals of the centre.

Key Contacts/Relationships:
Represent the Centre in meetings, events, seminars, etc. as appropriate.
Write and present reports and briefing papers as appropriate.
Work closely with the senior management of the Polytechnic to ensure the Centre’s alignment to the wider strategic context.
Work closely with senior academics and administrators to provide for their TeL implementation and support needs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED
A good Degree in a relevant area along with a minimum of five years’ experience
In depth understanding of current and emerging issues and trends in e-learning and Technology-enhanced Learning theory, research and practice and a recognised national profile in these areas. This to include excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and excellent presentation skills including teaching experience
Ability to shape and inform critical strategic discussions at institutional level, and beyond, and to act as a senior institutional representative as required
In depth understanding of information system design, instructional design, pedagogy, academic systems, implementation and management
Excellent project, people and financial management skills

INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER

JOB BRIEF
We are looking for a professional Instructional Designer to design and develop learning and practicing experiences.
The goal is to facilitate learners in acquiring knowledge, skills and competencies in an effective and appealing manner.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Instructional Designer Core Responsibilities:
Creating engaging learning activities and compelling course content
Working with subject matter experts and identifying target audience’s training needs
Applying tested instructional design theories, practice and methods
Create engaging learning activities and compelling course content that enhances retention and transfer
Work with subject matter experts and identify target audience’s training needs
State instructional end goals and create content that matches them
Visualize instructional graphics, the user interface and the finished product
Conduct instructional research and analysis on learners and contexts
Apply tested instructional design theories, practice and methods
Provide exercises and activities that enhance the learning process
Create supporting material/media (audio, video, simulations, role plays, games etc)
Decide on the criteria used to judge learner’s performance and develop assessment instruments
Maintain project documentation and course folders

REQUIREMENTS
Proven working experience in instructional design and with instructional technology
Excellent knowledge of learning theories and instructional design models
Lesson and curriculum planning skills
Basic HTML and Flash programming knowledge
Solid knowledge of course development software and at least one Learning Management System
Visual Design skills (Camtasia, Articulate Storyline, Photoshop, Illustrator etc.) and ability to storyboard
Ability to write effective copy, instructional text, audio scripts/video scripts
BS or MA degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology or similar

TO APPLY
Applicants should send their CV's to: jobs@netpro.com.ng

DUE DATE: 10 July, 2017