Job Opportunities at VTN Nigeria
Job Opportunities at VTN
Are you interested in working for one of the most innovative International company?
LFR Communications, Inc. founded Graphcard, which is among the first 10
payment systems for the entire web and one of the first to finally break the barriers preventing the underserved from participating in e-commerce. We have users in over 100 countries and still growing.
We are interested in hiring the smartest people to join our growing team
Integration Specialist
Product Marketing Manager
Sales Manager
Legal Counsel
Public Relations Specialists
Finance Officer
Job Title: Integration Specialist
Requisition Number: 001
Work Location: VTN Nigeria
Description:
Develop a working plan and design reusable models to be used in connecting merchants to VTN remotely or otherwise
Work with web merchants to connect their web site to VTN
Study and understand different web platform and scripting languages such as ASP, JavaScript, PHP, ASP.NET, Ajax, CSS, and HTML
Deliver solutions to merchants in line with the companies policy and agreement with merchants.
Analyze, plan and design, the implementation procedure for each web site to be connected to VTN
Prioritize tasks and ensure that solutions are appropriately delivered on time.
Requirements:
Good working knowledge of payment system connectivity on the web
Very Strong in Business Applications and technologies to support the main business processes.
Knowledge of ASP, PHP, HTML, JavaScript, XML and EDI
Experience with various web platforms/servers such as Windows servers
Ability to travel to customer’s location to train or connect their business to VTN
Other information:
Benefits:
VTN offers attractive compensation package and relaxed work environment
To apply for this position, please send us your resume plus salary requirements and at least 2 references to:
Job Title: Product Marketing Manager
Requisition No. 002
Category Marketing / Sales
Work Location: VTN Nigeria
VTN is looking for a Product Marketing Manager to focus on marketing our payment solution to businesses in all its aspects… positioning,
financials, markets, technology, competition, customers, etc. This individual will support, and recommend, our solutions and provide a roadmap
to attaining our goals on a nationwide basis. This individual will collaborate with the Vice President Product development on continuation efforts
with our existing product line and new product development efforts. In addition, this position will recommend the business development effort in
targeted vertical markets.
Our mission is to be the world’s leading payment solution provider for the emerging markets of Africa. We are the first company to offer a truly
working Web/Mobile payment solution for the Nigeria market. VTN’s brand is based on innovation: innovation in the products and services we develop.
Primary Job Responsibilities:
VTN is a mobile and Web payment system developed for the African market to power real-time settlement of funds for ecommerce
The Product Marketing Manager will define a a goal to make VTN a house hold name among businesses, utility companies and individuals by translating our vision into reality in Nigeria
Key responsibilities include:
Defining product strategies by evaluating product opportunities and associated financial benefits and building business cases to evangelize and
prioritize products across the company
Marketing VTN’s value to businesses, government establishments, schools and documenting and presenting business requirements with
quantified business case / ROI justifications to these potential merchants
Developing business and product requirements documents for the various product strategies and collaborating with other product managers and
business owners to define the business goals and metrics
Meeting with the VTN community to further identify how various buyer and seller segments use VTN to make purchase decisions, list their items,
fulfill orders and reduce potential fraud to improve the overall Seller experience
Identifying and justifying creative product solutions to enhance the VTN buying, selling and transaction experience across the national marketplaces
Working with third party partners to build relationships and identify opportunities to build comprehensive product solutions
Education:
Bachelors Degree Required plus at least 5 years Marketing and branding experience
To apply for this position, please send us your resume plus salary requirements and at least 2 references to:
Job Title: Sales Manager
Requisition Number: 003
Work Location: VTN Nigeria
The Sales Manager is responsible for generating, qualifying and closing sales opportunities for VTN using email, media and any other methods
to reach out to existing or new prospects.
Key responsibilities include but not limited to:
Plan, priotize and conduct outbound and accept inbound calls.
Educate and assist customer in the decision making process when considering signing up for VTN merchant account
Actively solicit potential customers into paying customers
Response and follow-up on all inbound email inquiries
Communicate VTN Value clearly to new prospects
Job Requirements ·
Understanding real-time payment solution, the scalability and the net effect on ROI
Good grasp of electronic commerce applications in online payment space
Minimum 18 months sales experience.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Proven organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to effectively communicate complex messaging in e-mail and over the phone.
Manage sales pipeline, leads and activity reports.
Ability to provide constructive feedback.
Ability to adapt in a fast paced environment and willingness to learn new things
Good working knowledge of word processing, excel spreadsheets and email. (Outlook)
Education:
Bachelors Degree plus at least 3 years experience in sales or marketing
To apply for this position, please send us your resume plus salary requirements and at least 2 references to:
[email protected]
Job Title: Legal Counsel
Requisition Number: 004
Work Location: VTN Nigeria
Responsibilities:
Ensure that VTN is in compliance with Nigeria law as it applies to fair trade practices, electronic payment and ecommerce
Ability to draft and negotiate commercial contracts
Provide legal advice on products and services, and working closely with the management to comply with applicable regulations.
Job Requirements:
Understanding of the Internet technology as it relates to financial services
Candidate should be a strong advocate on behalf of the consumer, the merchant and the company, with ability to recognize risk and think
creatively of ways to reduce risk and ensure compliance regionally.
Should be a team player with flexibility, excitement over new opportunities, and enjoyment of working in teams.
Education:
Bachelors Degree plus at least 5 years of legal experience preferably in financial services and electronic payments regulations, commercial contracting experience, and corporate law
To apply for this position, please send us your resume plus salary requirements and at least 2 references to:
Job Title: Public Relations Specialists
Requisition Number: 005
Work Location: VTN Nigeria
Responsibilities:
Prepare or edit organizational publications for internal and external audiences, including employee newsletters and stockholders’ reports.
Respond to requests for information from the media or designate another appropriate spokesperson or information source.
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with representatives of community, consumer, employee, and public interest groups.
Plan and direct development and communication of informational programs to maintain favorable public and stockholder perceptions of an
organization’s accomplishments and agenda.
Confer with production and support personnel to produce or coordinate production of advertisements and promotions.
Arrange public appearances, lectures, contests, or exhibits for clients to increase product and service awareness and to promote goodwill.
Study the objectives, promotional policies and needs of organizations to develop public relations strategies that will influence public opinion or
promote ideas, products and services.
Confer with other managers to identify trends and key group interests and concerns or to provide advice on business decisions.
Consult with advertising agencies or staff to arrange promotional campaigns in all types of media for products, organizations, or individuals.
Coach client representatives in effective communication with the public and with employees.
Prepare and deliver speeches to further public relations objectives.
Purchase advertising space and time as required to promote client’s product or agenda.
Plan and conduct market and public opinion research to test products or determine potential for product success, communicating results to client
or management.
Education:
Bachelors Degree plus at least 5 years experience as a Public Relations Specialists
To apply for this position, please send us your resume plus salary requirements and at least 2 references to:
Job Title: Finance Officer
Requisition Number: 006
Work Location: VTN Nigeria
Responsibilities:
The Finance Officer is responsible for maintaining financial, accounting, administrative and personnel services in order to meet VTN budget requirements and operations.
The primary function of the finance officer is to ensure that all pending VTN withdrawals are paid in a timely manner as directed
The Finance Officer reports to the regional head and is responsible for preparing financial statements, maintaining cash controls, preparing the payroll and personnel administration, purchasing, maintaining accounts payable and managing office operations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Administer and monitor the financial system in order to ensure that the VTN finances are maintained in an accurate and timely manner
Assist with preparation of the budget and Implement financial policies and procedures
Establish and maintain cash controls
Establish, maintain and reconcile the general ledger
Monitor cash reserves and investments
Prepare and reconcile bank statements
Establish and maintain supplier accounts
Processes supplier invoices
Maintain the purchase order system
Ensure data is entered into the system
Issue cheques for all accounts due
Ensure security for all transactions and monitor withdrawals on VTN accounts
Ensure transactions are properly recorded and entered into the computerized accounting system
Prepare income statements
Prepare balance sheets
Qualifications:
HDN/BSC. in Accounting, a minimum of 5 years working experience. Professional qualification in ICAN, ACCA a plus
To apply for this position, please send us your resume plus salary requirements and at least 2 references to:
