Latest Job Opportunity at Co-Creation Hub (CcHUB) - iConcepts

Co Creation Hub (CcHUB) is Nigeria's first open living lab and pre-incubation space designed to be a multi-functional, multi-purpose space where work to catalyze creative social tech ventures take place.

The HUB is a place for technologists, social entrepreneurs, government, tech companies, impact investors and hackers in and around Lagos to co-create new solutions to the many social problems in Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Product Specialist

• Job TypeFull Time  
• QualificationMBA/MSc/MA  
• Experience2 years
• LocationLagos
• Job FieldProject Management   Sales / Marketing  

 

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos

Summary

• Under the supervision of the Head of Products, the Innovation Specialist will be required to work with a wide range of staff across the iConcepts business.
• He will also work with network operators and with technical service providers, open-source development communities, and local developers to test new and innovative ideas aiming at addressing real life problems using mobile technology.

Duties

• Coordinate and provide support on overall innovation strategy and product roadmap, including formulation, design, planning and implementation in close collaboration with the Content Unit, IT and Business Development where applicable
• Proactively scout for new innovative ideas and opportunities in mobile technology
• Promote and incubate products contained in the roadmap to support the attainment of the business’ growth targets
• Identify opportunities for new partnerships and lead proposal development efforts with mobile network operators in collaboration with the Business Development Unit where applicable.
• Develop partnerships and network with local innovators, youth organizations, NGOs, cultural and religious organizations, the private sector, local media and academia to build and provide a space to nurture and test new and innovative ideas and build capacity.
• Coordinate and support development and testing of innovation products to strengthen and improve efficiency and effectiveness of iConcepts service delivery. More specifically, provide technical support for deployment of data-driven products and services –including negotiations with mobile network companies and other service providers.
• Train iConcepts staff and other end users, where applicable in the use of innovation products and processes.
• Document tested products and ensure effective sharing and generation of knowledge on mobile technology innovations in the entire business.
• Support iConcepts efforts to showcase successful product innovations at mobile technology forums
• Set up clear monitoring mechanisms for effectively launched products to ensure their continued performance throughout the product lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree in Economics, Marketing or the Social Sciences, or other relevant disciplines, with training or requisite experience in Product Development in the Telecommunications or ICT industry
• At least 2 years of experience with demonstrated results in Project/Program Management

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Familiar with the concept of growth hacking
• Demonstrated communication and relationship building skills
• Excellent oral and written presentation skills
• Excellent team player able to participate and coordinate team activities as required
• Proven capacity to work with collaborative teams across different locations and with different technical skills.
• Experience in budgeting and coordinating projects
• Clear upward communication and management skills. Results oriented individual.

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Frontend Developer

• Job TypeFull Time  
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND  
• Experience3 years
• LocationLagos
• Job FieldICT / Computer  

 

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos

Summary

• The Frontend developer will be required to work with the different people to gather the requirements and develop the frontend for websites and mobile apps.

Duties

• Develop functional and appealing web and mobile-based applications based on usability
• Provide website maintenance and enhancements
• Use a combination of markup languages to write web pages
• Write functional requirement documents and specifications
• Create quality mockups and prototypes on tight timelines
• Assist back-end developers with coding and troubleshooting
• Create cascading style sheets (CSS) that are consistent across all browsers and platforms
• Maintain graphic standards and branding throughout the product’s interface
• Stay up-to-date on emerging technologies
• Promote usability best practices
• Work with client services, sales, and the design team, and manage time across multiple projects and tasks in a deadline-driven,team environment.
• Participate in discussions with clients and team members about technical best practices and help teams identify optimal technical solutions.

Qualifications
At least 3 years’ experience in:

• CSS systems such as LESS and SASS to compile style files
• Subversion or other version control system
• Analytics solutions, such as Google Analytics
• Developing for search engine optimization
• Standards-compliant code
• Integrating HTML/CSS into ASP.NET environment using Visual Studio
• Minimum education required should be HND/BSc

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Agile methodology and instill best practices into the process
• Deliver best-in-class HTML5/CSS3/JQuery front-end code across a broad array of interactive web and mobile projects.
• Possess an advanced knowledge of web and mobile UX/UI; adhere to and extrapolate complex design systems and apply to coded pages, screens, and states.
• Ability to develop and test across multiple browsers, platforms, and devices, including smartphones and tablets.
• Understand when mobile web apps are appropriate as opposed to native applications.

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Software Developer

• Job TypeFull Time  
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND  
• Experience3 years
• LocationLagos
• Job FieldICT / Computer  

 

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos

Summary

• The candidate is responsible for designing, coding and modifying websites/web applications and desktop applications, from layout to function and according to the specifications.
• Strive to create visually appealing applications that feature user-friendly design and clear navigation.

Duties

• Write well designed, testable, efficient code by using best software development practices
• Integrate data from various back-end services and databases
• Integrate the services with telecom operators.
• Develop and test mobile VAS products.
• Candidate must have a strong understanding of UI, cross-browser compatibility, general web functions, and standards.
• The position requires constant communication with colleagues.
• Create and maintain software documentation
• Be responsible for maintaining, expanding, and scaling websites/Applications
• Stay plugged into emerging technologies/industry trends and apply them into operations and activities
• Cooperate with web designers to match visual design intent
• Positive attitude: get fun out of finding elegant solutions and team spirit
• Willingness to take responsibility for your work and deliver great results

Qualifications

• Understanding of HTML, CSS, JQuery and JavaScript
• 3+ years’ experience with C# and the .NET Framework
• Solid knowledge of ASP.NET MVC 5
• Experience with SQL Databases and Entity Framework
• Windows service knowledge with integration with OWIN
• Minimum education required should be HND/BSc
• Knowledge of other programming languages especially PHP, Visual Basic is an added advantage

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Experience in planning and delivering software platforms used across multiple products and organizational units
• Deep expertise and hands on experience with Web Applications and programming languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery and API’s.
• Deep functional knowledge or hands on design experience with Web Services (REST, SOAP, etc.) is needed to be successful in this position.
• Knowledge of telecommunication technologies like IVR, SMPP, USSD etc.
• Basic knowledge of the Mobile VAS industry
• Experience with source control (we use Git)
• Good English skills

Method of Application

Use the link(s) below to apply on company website.

• Product Specialist
• Frontend Developer
• Software Developer

Applicants should kindly send their Resume/CV's to: jobs@iconcepts.com.ng