National Institute for Legislative Studies (NILS) recruitment December 2011

Recruitment!!!
The National Institute for Legislative Studies (NILS) was established early in 2011 following the enactment of the enabling legislation. NILS is designed to be a centre of excellence providing technical support to the work of the National Assembly through research and publications on democratic governance, and legislative practice and procedures.The following job vacancies exist for recruitment:



JOB TITLE: RESEARCH ASSISTANT-SOCIO-POLITICAL RESEARCH
DEPARTMENT: Research and Public Policy Analysis Department
LOCATION: Abuja
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in carrying out surveys, collection and analysis of data relating to socio-political problems
Any other relevant task as may be directed by superior officers
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
An honors Bachelor’s degree obtained at first class or second class (upper division) and a master’s degree in disciplines such as Economics, Law, Political Science and other approved by Management
Entry into post by appointment.

JOB TITLE: RESEARCH FELLOW I AND II- SOCIO-POLITICAL RESEARCH
DEPARTMENT: Research and Public Policy Analysis Department
LOCATION: Abuja
RESPONSIBILITIES
Conducting research on Macro-economic policies as it affects the Institute and other professional activities.
Undertake Bills/Policy Analysis assignments.
Academic guidance to Subordinates
Participating in Conferences, workshops, seminars and design/delivery of training programmes
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A doctorate degree plus at least 3 years of experience as a research fellow
Or a doctorate degree plus at least 6-10 years post-master’s degree experience
Strong evidence of research and at least 5-8 publications in reputable National and International journals.

JOB TITLE: DEPUTY DIRECTOR: SOCIO-POLITICAL RESEARCH
DEPARTMENT: Research and Public Policy Analysis Department
LOCATION: Abuja
RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare relevant research and policy reports that will be of interest to legislators and other stakeholders in the policy arena.
Collaboration with the training department to implement its training programmes.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A doctorate degree in relevant disciplines, which include but not limited to, Political Science, History, Sociology, Philosophy etc. plus Master’s cognate 15 years of experience and 18 publications in reputable National and international journals

JOB TITLE: RESEARCH ASSISTANT/OFFICER
DEPARTMENT: Research and Public Policy Analysis Department
LOCATION: Abuja
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assisting in research and training activities of the Institute
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
First degree (2nd class upper division) and a Master’s degree in Economics
Evidence of research work.
Candidate must possess requisite qualifications plus 1-3 years post-qualification cognate experience

JOB TITLE: RESEARCH FELLOW II
DEPARTMENT: Research and Public Policy Analysis Department
LOCATION: Abuja
RESPONSIBILITIES
Conducting research on Macro-economic policies as it affects the Institute and other professional activities.
Undertake Bills/Policy Analysis assignments.
Academic guidance to Subordinates
Participating in Conferences, workshops, seminars and design/delivery of training programmes
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A doctorate degree plus at least 3 years of experience as a research fellow
Or a doctorate degree plus at least 8-12 years post-master’s degree experience
Strong evidence of research and at least 6-8 publications in reputable National and International journals.

JOB TITLE: DEPUTY DIRECTOR-PUBLIC FINANCE DIVISION
DEPARTMENT: Public Finance Division
LOCATION: Abuja
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in conduction medium and long-term impact analysis of the budget and other evaluation studies that would improve on budgeting in Nigeria
Conduct Bills and Policy analysis activities in relevant fields
Collaborate with the training department to implement its training programmes.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Minimum academic requirement of a Master’s degree in relevant areas of specialization, which includes but not limited to, Finance, Accounting, Public/business Administration.
A doctorate degree will be accorded preference
Minimum of 15 years post master’s degree research experience and at least 18 publications in reputable national and international Journals.
  JOB TITLE: OFFICER – MONITORING AND EVALUATION
LOCATION: Abuja
RESPONSIBILITIES
Design and implement capacity needs assessment surveys periodically
Tracking of programmes implementation in relation to work plans
Designing and implementing impact assessment surveys.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A good honors degree, not below second class lower division in the social sciences or any other approved discipline, from a recognized University plus a master’s degree in areas of interest to the institute, which includes but not limited to project management/analysis, Business management/Administration
A doctorate degree will be an advantage
Minimum of 3 years cognate experience

JOB TITLE: OFFICER-ICT
LOCATION: Abuja
RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaborating with the training department to implement IT-related training activities
Other ICT related services as may be requested by the manager
Supervise and assign tasks to ICT assistant officers
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Minimum of Master’s degree from recognized universities or equivalent certification(s) in Information Science Technology, Computer science or other related fields
Minimum of 3 years post-degree experience in relevant fields.The National Institute for Legislative Studies (NILS) was established early in 2011 following the enactment of the enabling legislation. NILS is designed to be a centre of excellence providing technical support to the work of the National Assembly through research and publications on democratic governance, and legislative practice and procedures.

JOB TITLE: MANAGER-INTERNAL AUDIT
LOCATION: Abuja
RESPONSIBILITIES
Plan and coordinate internal audit functions of the institute with a focus on accounting/finance, information technology, project management and security operations.
Executing detailed audit procedures, including reviewing transaction, documents, records, reports and policy
Conducting investigations of possible cases of fraud.
Provision of assistance into the accounts division in the planning of external audits and implementation of audit recommendation
Provide pro-active advice and assistance to management with respect to control matters.
Assessing risk and determining the effectiveness of internal controls and the potential impact on internal control deficiencies
Other functions may be assigned by the Director-General
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A good honours degree or HND in accounting from a recognized institute/university plus the professional diploma of the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria
Possess the Final Certificate of Professional Accounting bodies such as ICAN, ACCA, CIPF, ICMA and ICPA
Minimum of 12 years of cognate experience

JOB TITLE: DIRECTOR
DEPARTMENT: Research and Public Policy Analysis Department
LOCATION: Abuja
RESPONSIBILITIES
Coordinate policy and data reports form subordinate officers for onward submission to the Direction General
Advice and supervise development and operationalization of policies among the four units
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Minimum academic qualification of a Master’s degree in relevant areas, which includes but not limited to Economic, Political science and Development Studies.
A doctorate degree is preferred.
In addition, a minimum of 18 years post Master’s degree research experience acquired from a reputable research and/or training institutions
The research experience should be manifested in at least 24 publications in reputable national and international journals and books in relevant fields


JOB TITLE: ASSISTANT MANAGER-INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION
LOCATION: Abuja
RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervising Training and staff development
Assist to promote the visibility of NILS at National and International levels.
Assist the manager in the day-to-day administration of the Unit
Initiate the review of information and public relations policies and programmes
Perform other duties as may be assigned by superior officers
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A good honour degree, not below second class lower division, preferably in Mass communication, Arts and social sciences, from a recognized university
Entry is by direct appointment of a candidate who possesses the specified qualifications
Minimum of 6 years of experience cognate experience.

JOB TITLE: LEGAL OFFICER
LOCATION: Abuja
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist the Legal Adviser with necessary legal briefing and documentation
Ensure that all statutory processes and procedure are followed and complete
Oversee that the process of procurement act is followed
Other responsibilities that may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
LLB with at least 5 years of experience in either public or private sectors
Experience in writing legal briefs will be an added advantage
LLM degree holders will also have an added advantage

JOB TITLE: INFORMATION ASSISTANT
LOCATION: Abuja
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assisting in publicizing the activities of the institute
Assist and participate in media coverage of NILS and preparing materials for advertisement and promotional activities
Report on the reportage of NASS/NILS activities in print and electronic media
Collect data, assist in writing and editing press releases, pamphlets, posters and other publications
Other responsibilities that may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A good honors degree, not below second class lower division, preferably in Mass communication, art and social sciences form a recognized university.
Experience in news reporting will be an added advantage.

JOB TITLE: MANAGER-MONITORING AND EVALUATION
LOCATION: Abuja
RESPONSIBILITIES
Overall management of the division
Ensure that work plans and strategic plan of the institute have monitoring components
Tracking of programmes implementations as defined in work plan and strategic plans of NILS
Monitor and evaluate outcomes of NILS information management activities and training programs
Evaluate usefulness and quality of programs delivery through administration of questionnaires to participants of training programmes and users of other activities of NILS
Advice on more effective capacity development programme regularly.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A good honors degree, not below second class lower division in the social sciences or any other approved discipline, from a recognized University plus a master’s degree in areas of interest to the institute, which includes but not limited to project management/analysis, Business management/Administration
A doctorate degree will be an advantage
Minimum of 5 years post Master’s degree experience

JOB TITLE: RESEARCH ASSISTANT-SOCIO-POLITICAL RESEARCH
DEPARTMENT: Research and Public Policy Analysis Department
LOCATION: Abuja
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist in carrying out surveys, collection and analysis of data relating to socio-political problems
Any other relevant task as may be directed by superior officers
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
An honors Bachelor’s degree obtained at first class or second class (upper division) and a master’s degree in disciplines such as Economics, Law, Political Science and other approved by Management
Entry into post by appointment.

JOB TITLE: INFORMATION OFFICER
LOCATION: Abuja
RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise and provide practical training to subordinates
Develop and organize linkages with national and international media organization.
Media monitoring to determine matters that affect the Institute. Also, required write feature articles and booklets/pamphlets relating to the institute’s activities.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a Master’s degree from a recognized university, preferably in the area of arts, social sciences with at least 3 years cognate experience.
Or direct appointment of candidate possessing any of the qualification for information assistant plus 3 years cognate experience.

JOB TITLE: ASSISTANT MANAGER-INFORMATION
LOCATION: Abuja
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assisting the Manager in the day-to-day administration of the Unit
Organize the circulation of NILS publications
Assist in promoting the visibility of NILS nationally and internationally. Also, advising on corporate and publicity activities.
Performing other duties that may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A master’s degree, from a recognized University, preferably in Mass Communication, Arts and Social Sciences.
Minimum of 6 years experience on the grade or by direct appointment of a candidate who possesses the specified qualifications for an information officer plus 6 years of cognate experience

JOB TITLE: MANAGER-INFORMATION
LOCATION: Abuja
RESPONSIBILITIES
Report to communications Adviser
Overall administration of the information Unit and promoting the visibility of NILS at National and international levels.
Responsible for production of institute’s weekly and monthly news bulletins and magazines
Developing and organizing the National and International Visibility of NILS
Initiating the review of Information and Public relations Policies and programmes
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Minimum academic qualification of a master’s degree
Minimum of 5 years post Master’s cognate experience preferably in administrative or management position
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

JOB TITLE: OFFICER-INTERNAL AUDIT
LOCATION: Abuja
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist the chief Internal Auditor
Supervising the activities of audit assistants engaged in routing audit duties
Assist with investigation duties
Other functions may be assigned by the Director-General
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A good honors degree or HND in accounting from a recognized institute/university plus the professional Diploma of the Association of National accountant of Nigeria.
Possessing the Final Certificate of Professional Accounting bodies such as ICAN, ACCA, CIPF, ICMA and ICPA
A minimum of 3 years post degree experience in relevant fields

JOB TITLE: ASSISTANT-INTERNAL AUDIT
LOCATION: Abuja
RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist with sundry verifications
Assist with posting and examining vouchers
Other functions may be assigned by the Director-General
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
A good honours degree or HND in accounting from a recognized institute/university plus the professional diploma of the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria
A minimum of one year post degree experience



Method of application
All applications should be directed to the
Director General
through nilsvacancies@parp.gov.ng
or
PMB 123,
Garki, Abuja, FCT900001