Ekiti State Tourism Development Massive Recruitment

Ekiti State Government in Nigeria recently partnered with the Mantis Collection group to manage a cold and warm spring Resort, this is a landmark that leverages the unique position the state enjoy in the tourism and hospitality industry and enables a diversified economic base. The Resort project is envisioned to deliver a 3 and 5 star hotel environment  complete with cobnferere3ncing facilities, a heliport, golf course and business resort, and is located around a famous Warm Spring in the south-western part of Nigeria.

As part of its start up initiatives, the State Government intends to recruit competent and suitably qualified professionals to fill various positions in the warm spring Resort.

OPERATIONS MANAGER (NIGERIAN OR EXPATRIATE) WSR0001

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCED

·         A good degree in any Social Science or Management discipline from a reputable institution. Higher degree or an MBA will be an advantage 

       Good understanding of key regulatory issues and knowledge of health, safety and environment management

·         Proven track record in achieving results in an environment that is challenging and sometimes unpredictable

·         Good negotiation, interpersonal and communicating skills

·         Minimum of 10years post qualification experience, five of which must have been spent in senior management position an international or multinational organization within the tourism or hospitality industry

·         Previous experience in management resort centre will be advantage

·         Proven ability of establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range  of groups and individuals

·         Good leadership and people management skills to motivate and coordinate terms    

·         Excellent understanding of 6the local and global hospitality industry

FINANCE AND ADMIN MANAGER – WSR0002

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCED

·         A good first degree or its equivalent in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or a related discipline from a reputable institution

·         Experience in writing, editing and producing job descriptions or manuals 

·         Good knowledge of financial planning and familiarity with accounting packages

·         Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities against time-lines

·         Proven track record in financial management, employee mentoring and performance management

·          Good negotiation, interpersonal and communicating skills 

       Minimum of 10years relevant experience, 5 of which have been spent in senior management position in a hotel or resort       

·Must be chartered, possessing either ICAN or ACCA qualification. Membership of nay professionally HR body will be an advantage

FOOD AND BEVERAGES MANAGER – WSR0003

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCED

·         A good first degree, preferably in catering, home economics or any related discipline  from a  reputable institution

·         Minimum of 8years relevant experience in the Food and Beverages division within the hospitality industry

·         Membership of relevant professional bodies will be an advantage

·         Knowledge of Food and Beverages processes/procedures and regulatory requirement

·         Excellent communication, interpersonal and multi-tasking skills  

·         Experience in managing food and Beverages Division in a fast paced environment

Prior experience in writing, reviewing, indexing menus and producing manuals  

ROOMS MANAGER – WSR004

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCED

·         A good first degree, preferably in tourism and hospitality or any related discipline from a reputable institution

·         8years of experience in rooms division within the hospitality industry at the 3 and 5 star levels 

·         Demonstrate creative ability in housekeeping and interior decoration

·         Proven experience in the management of facilities

·         Ability to work collaboratively with other departments within a Hotel or Resort

·         Knowledge of regulatory issues and HSE requirements

EXECUTIVE CHEF (NIGERIAN OR EXPATRIATE) – WSR005

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCED

·         A good first degree, preferably in Catering , Home Economics or any related discipline from a reputable institution

·         Knowledge of kitchen processes/procedures and regulatory requirement

·         Excellent communication, interpersonal and multi-tasking skills  

·         Minimum of seven years relevant experience in the Kitchen division within the hospitality industry 

Prior experience in writing, reviewing, indexing menus and producing manuals  

HOD, RECEPTION- WSR0006

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCED

·         A good first degree in any discipline from a reputable institution

·         Minimum of 6years relevant experience in a similar role at a hotel

·         Excellent communication and IT skills

·         Experience in motivating and managing reception staff

·         Excellent customer service orientation    

·         Strong  negotiation, interpersonal, problem solving and decision making skills  

·         Presentable and courteous, with good personal appearance and grooming

·         Proven track record in building, leveraging, networking and managing relatio0onships with high  net-worth and institutional clients

HOD, HOUSING AND LAUNDRY – WSR0007

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCED

·         A good first degree in any discipline from a reputable institution

·         In-depth knowledge of housekeeping/laundry  processes and procedures

·         Familiarity with global trends and best practices in housekeeping operations

·         Ability o work under pressure 

·         Minimum of 6years relevant experience in a similar role at a hotel

·         Demonstrate ability to coordinate and monitor the activities of junior  staff

HOD, FOOD & BEVERAGES – WSR0008

 QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCED

·         A good first degree, preferably in catering, home Economics or nay related discipline from a reputable institution

·         Minimum of 6yers relevant experience in the Food and Beverages division within the hospitality industry

·         Strong communication and interpersonal skills

·         Demonstrate ability to collect information and generate schedules

·         Experience  in conducting market research

·         Ability to deal effectively with departmental staff

HOD, GROUNDS – WSR009

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCED

·         A good first degree in any discipline from a reputable institution  

·         Minimum of 6yers relevant experience in a similar function

·         Strong creative and multi-tasking abilities

·         Good knowledge of aesthetics, gardening, agriculture and horticulture

·         Proven ability to give directions to subordinates

HOD, MAINTENANCE – WSR0010

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCED

·         A good first degree in any Engineering discipline from a reputable institution   

·          Minimum of 6years hands on experience in a similar role in the hospitality industry

·         Knowledge of basic work tools and technical plans, maps, blueprints, drawings and models   

·         Good understanding of regulatory and HSE requirements

·         Demonstrable ability to delegate and multi-task

 

COMMUNITY RELATIONS OFFICER – WSR0011

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCED

·         A good first degree, preferably in any social science discipline from a reputable institution  

·         Experience in managing the government, external or community relations of any reputable

·         Proven ability in liaising with community groups/interests, handling communications, setting disputes, etc

·         Knowledge of HSE and regulatory requirements

·         Good communication problem-solving, interpersonal an people skills 

·         Minimum of 4years relevant experience in a similar role within the hospitality industry

·         Native of the warm spring Resort Community

·         Good communication, problem-solving, interpersonal and people skills 

MANAGEMENT TRAINEES – WSR00012

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCED

·         A good first degree in any discipline from a reputable institution

·         Minimum of 1years hands on experience in any role in the hospitality industry

·         Excellent communication skills and proper use of language

·         Courteous manners, decant and presentable personal appearance with good grooming 

·         Experience in guest relations and customer service 

Good attitude, work ethics, discipline, comportment and above all, integrity

GENERAL STAFF – WSR0013

These includes but are not limited to Reception] staff, conference/Event staff, Porters, Drivers, Cleaners, Housekeepers, laundrymen, Store Officers, Waiters, Waitresses, Barmen, Chef, COOKS, Gardeners, Grounds staff, maintenance staff, security officers, Life guards, first Aiders, etc. reporting to their respective HODs, the ideal candidates will have the following general requirements:

       

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCED

·         Minimum of SSCE qualification

·         Minimum of 3years hands on experience in similar roles in the hospitality industry

·         Demonstrate knowledge of technical aspects of their different roles

·         Experience in guest relations and customer service

·         Good attitude, work ethics, discipline, comportment and above all, integrity

·         Excellent communication skills and proper use of language

·         Courteous manners, decant and presentable personal appearance with good grooming 

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please quote the desired position and job code as the subject of your e-mail or application and send your current CV with state of origin and local government areas, (prepared as a Microsoft Word document, and saved with your full names) as an attachment, a statement of how you meet our selection criteria, and the names and contact details including telephone and e-mail addresses) of two referees who are  knowledgeable      about your professional achievement and abilities to us at wsrecruitment@ekititourism.com or submit hard copies at

Fajuyi Memorial park, 

Ado-Ekiti,

Application closes  not later than 18^th of September, 2012.