🇳🇬 Job Vacancies @ West Africa Vocational Education (WAVE) – 4 Positions
WAVE is solving what is arguably the biggest challenge on the continent: youth unemployment. In West Africa, 40-85% of youth, more than 50 million, are either unemployed or underemployed. Meanwhile, job creation in the region is on the rise. The disconnect between work-ready youth and the employment market must be bridged.
We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:
1.) Inventory / Packaging Officer
2.) Juicer / Fruit Salad & Parfait Specialist
3.) Baker / Cake Decorator
4.) Senior Sales Representative
5.) Administrative Officer (Charity Organization Experience)
See job details and how to apply below.
1.) Inventory / Packaging Officer
Job Title: Inventory / Packaging Officer
Location: Ikota - Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Working Days & Hours: 8 AM - 6 PM, Monday to Sunday (1 Day Off)
Description
- The ideal candidate will be responsible for processing orders, managing inventory levels, and ensuring that products are properly packaged for delivery.
- You will work closely with the team to maintain accurate records and ensure that products are delivered in perfect condition.
- The role requires strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Responsibilities
- Preparing fresh fruit juices, fruit salads, and yogurt parfaits
- Ensuring the freshness and quality of ingredients used
- Maintaining a clean and organized workspace
- Creating new fruit juice blends and parfait combinations
- Adhering to food safety and sanitation standards at all times
Requirements
- Candidates must have relevant experience in inventory management and packaging
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and coordination skills
- Knowledge of proper packaging techniques and inventory systems
Salary
N80,000 per month.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitments@waveacademies.org using the job title as the subject of the mail.
2.) Juicer / Fruit Salad & Parfait Specialist
Job Title: Juicer / Fruit Salad & Parfait Specialist
Location: Ikota - Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Working Days & Hours: 8 AM - 6 PM, Monday to Sunday (1 Day Off)
Description
- The ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing fresh fruit juices, fruit salads, yogurt parfaits, and other related items to a high standard.
- You will work with the team to create healthy and delicious offerings, ensuring quality, freshness, and consistency.
- The role also involves maintaining a clean workspace and adhering to food safety standards.
Responsibilities
- Preparing fresh fruit juices, fruit salads, and yogurt parfaits
- Ensuring the freshness and quality of ingredients used
- Maintaining a clean and organized workspace
- Creating new fruit juice blends and parfait combinations
- Adhering to food safety and sanitation standards at all times
Requirements
- Candidates must have relevant experience in making fresh juices, fruit salads, and parfaits
- Knowledge of various fruit and yogurt combinations and presentation techniques
- The ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail and creativity in preparing food items
- A passion for creating healthy and delicious food options.
Salary
N100,000 - N120,000 per month.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitments@waveacademies.org using the job title as the subject of the mail.
3.) Baker / Cake Decorator
Job Title: Baker / Cake Decorator
Location: Ikota - Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Working Days & Hours: 8 AM - 6 PM, Monday to Sunday (1 Day Off)
Description
- The ideal candidate will be responsible for baking a variety of pastries and cakes, as well as decorating cakes to a high standard.
- You will work with the team to create visually appealing and delicious baked goods, ensuring quality and consistency.
- The role also involves managing baking schedules and maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.
Responsibilities
- Baking a variety of cakes, pastries, and other baked goods
- Decorating cakes according to customer specifications and design standards
- Maintaining a clean and organized workspace
- Managing baking schedules to meet demand
- Ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards at all times
Requirements
- Candidates must have relevant experience in baking and cake decorating
- Excellent knowledge of baking techniques, decorating tools, and ingredients
- The ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail and creativity in cake design
- A passion for creating high-quality baked goods
Salary
N100,000 - N120,000 per month.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitments@waveacademies.org using the job title as the subject of the mail.
4.) Senior Sales Representative
Job Title: Senior Sales Representative
Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Hours: Monday - Saturday (One day Off)
Job Summary
- Our client is looking for a Senior Sales Representative to join their team.
- This role is pivotal in ensuring an exceptional shopping experience for customers by providing personalized styling advice, fostering long-term relationships, and assisting with store operations.
- The ideal candidate will have a passion for fashion, a keen understanding of customer needs, and the ability to lead by example in a sales-driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Welcome customers warmly, creating a positive and inviting atmosphere in the store.
- Provide personalized styling advice and product recommendations tailored to individual customer needs.
- Respond to client inquiries within 15 minutes of receipt, ensuring prompt and professional communication.
- Assist customers with purchases, including processing transactions at the pos system.
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of product details, including fabrics, designs, and brand heritage.
- Support merchandising efforts by replenishing stock, arranging displays, and maintaining the visual appeal of the store.
- Assist junior sales associates in achieving sales targets and individual performance goals.
- Process transactions efficiently, including handling cash, credit card payments, and issuing refunds as authorized.
- Open and close the store following standard operating procedures.
- Provide support to the store manager and collaborate on operational tasks.
- Recommend refunds to the retail operations manager and authorize discounts of up to 10% for customer purchases.
- Participate in buying meetings to contribute insights on product selection.
- Build lasting relationships with clients through exceptional service and personalized follow-up.
- Capture and maintain customer information to ensure effective follow-up and personalized communication.
Requirements
- A minimum of 3 years' experience in a retail sales role, preferably in the fashion industry.
- A passion for fashion and a strong understanding of customer preferences and trends.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships.
- Proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets.
- Experience with pos systems and handling cash/credit card transactions.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Ability to lead and mentor junior sales associates.
- A customer-first mindset and dedication to providing exceptional service.
- A high school diploma or equivalent; a degree in fashion, business, or related field is a plus.
Salary
N300,000 - N400,000 Monthly.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitments@waveacademies.org using the job title as the subject of the mail.
5.) Administrative Officer (Charity Organization Experience)
Job Title: Administrative Officer (Charity Organization Experience)
Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Job Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- Our client is seeking an Administrative Officer to provide comprehensive administrative support.
- The ideal candidate will assist in the smooth running of the organization’s services and contribute to the implementation of its objectives.
- This position is integral to the organization’s day-to-day operations.
Responsibilities
- Sorting, acknowledging, responding to, or redirecting incoming mail as appropriate.
- Answering telephone calls and transferring to the appropriate member of the executive council, ensuring inquiries are dealt with promptly.
- Organizing periodic Executive Council and Trustee meetings, preparing agendas, compiling and taking minutes, and ensuring reports are distributed in advance.
- Maintaining a record of all non-members’ donations and ensuring proper acknowledgment letters are sent out.
- Keeping a record of members' monthly donations and liaising with those with outstanding payments in collaboration with the treasurer.
- Maintaining up-to-date records of regular monthly donations to other organizations and ensuring timely deliveries.
- Assisting in planning and executing events as directed by the Executive Council.
- Collaborating with the secretary to develop and distribute the monthly newsletter to all members.
- Managing and updating accounts across social media platforms: Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Google+, Pinterest, WhatsApp Group, and any other platforms directed by the Director of Public and Government Relations.
- Administering the creation and publishing of high-quality content across platforms.
- Supporting the Director of Public and Government Relations in monitoring and posting updates on online forums.
- Assisting the Director of Public and Government Relations in developing a social media strategy and ensuring consistent messaging.
- Maintaining proactive communication on all allocated social media accounts.
- Staying updated on trends and developments within the social media field, relevant to the organization's goals.
- Promptly escalating issues or problems to the chairperson or relevant Executive Council members as they arise.
- Performing any other duties deemed necessary by the Executive Council.
Requirements
- A Degree in any subject.
- Experience in charity organizations and social media management is preferred.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
- Strong computer literacy, particularly in email, internet, and basic website maintenance.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to write clear reports.
- Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills.
- Detail-oriented with a proactive approach.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
- Passion for the mission and objectives of the organization.
Salary
N140,000 Monthly.
Application Closing Date
11th April, 2025.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitments@waveacademies.org using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.
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