Job Openings at Lumos Nigeria

Lumos offers clean and affordable solar power to a market of 1.3 billion potential customers who live off the electricity grid. Lumos enables people to replace hazardous and expensive kerosene generators and lanterns with modern solar electricity that can power lights, cellphones, fans, computers, TVs and other small electronic devices (all at once, every day). By offering Solar Power as a service, Lumos offers homes and small businesses a simple and affordable way to pay for electricity in small installments using their mobile phones.

We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:

1.)Business Analyst

Job Location: Sanya, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Business Analyst will collaborate with various departments and stakeholders to gather, document, and analyze business requirements, processes, and workflows.
• They will translate these requirements into functional specifications for third-party solution/technology providers and work closely with the providers while carrying out tests to ensure the successful delivery of workable solutions that address the needs of the business stakeholders.
• The Business Analyst will also be involved in identifying areas for process improvement and recommending solutions to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business/process stakeholders to understand organizational/operational needs, objectives, and challenges.
• Elicit, document, and analyze business requirements, processes, and workflows i.e. process flows, use cases and user stories.
• Translate business requirements into clear and concise functional specifications for technical teams.
• Collaborate with technology teams to design solutions that meet business needs.
• Present findings, recommendations, and project updates to various audiences.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and third-party solution providers to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress and identify potential risks or deviations from the plan.
• Propose innovative and practical solutions to address business challenges.
• Ensure that proposed solutions align with the organization's strategic goals and technological capabilities.
• Serve as a liaison between business stakeholders and technology teams.
• Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Participate in system testing, user acceptance testing, and validation of implemented solutions.
• Ensure that delivered solutions meet the specified requirements and are of high quality.
• Train internal stakeholders and users on delivered solutions by third-party vendors.
• Identify areas for process optimization and efficiency enhancement.
• Recommend process improvements and document requirements/implementation plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field (Master's degree is a plus).
• At least 5 years of working experience in a similar capacity or role.
• Proven experience as a Business Analyst or in a related role.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in requirement-gathering techniques, process modelling, and documentation.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and software development lifecycle.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Certification in Business Analysis (e.g., CBAP, CCBA) is advantageous.

Application Closing Date 30th May, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@lumos.com.ng using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted

2.) Program Manager (IT Solutions)

Job Location: Sanya, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• A leader who will develop and coordinate the overall strategies (i.e. provide strategic guidance) on software for operation with the sole aim of enhancing productivity, efficiency and business continuity within the organization.
• Responsible for the successful design, implementation and operation of all the company’s IT (software) programs and projects with the desired outcome being the main driver.

Responsibilities

• Define, develop and implement the required strategies, policies, procedures, rules and standards that guide the team and its activities based on business objectives, deliverables and outcomes.
• Supervise planning, tracking and execution of all IT solution (software) related activities within the organization.
• Tracking and reporting on program/project performance to the executive team and other stakeholders.
• Responsible for the management of budget, resources and their appropriate allocations etc. as it relates to IT (software) projects.
• Identification and management of risks, threats, issues etc. in collaboration with relevant stakeholders i.e. senior management, third-party solution providers etc.
• Lead the IT (software) team/projects to ensure delivery within the agreed timeline and budget and that it meets business needs.
• Engage third-party solution providers on solutions, cost and implementations.
• Engage in technical conversations with third-party solution providers on the best approach to address business needs.
• Champion innovative and practical solutions to address business challenges. Could be an improvement on existing systems or new solutions.
• Ensure that proposed solutions align with the organization's strategic goals and technological capabilities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Administration, Computer / Information Technology, or a related field (Master's degree or project managementis a plus).
• At least 3 years of working experience in a similar capacity or role.
• Oustanding leadership and organizational skills.
• Proven work experience in project/program management (methodologies/techniques) and strategic planning.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent knowledge of relevant tools such as Microsoft Office, Asana, Smartsheet, Clickup, etc.
• Proven work experience in database development/management using MySql and MongoDB.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in budgeting, requirement-gathering techniques, process modelling, and documentation.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and software development lifecycle.
• Proven experience in API development/integration.
• Knowledgeable in cloud computing platform deployment and management e.g. AWS, DigitalOcean.

Application Closing Date: 10th May, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@lumos.com.ng using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

3.) Accountant

Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• Preparing financial analyses and reports
• Conduct in-depth analysis of the company’s financial performance using relevant KPIs
• Review and reconcile general ledger entries on the accounting system.
• Reconcile intercompany accounts with affiliates.
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls accountant.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and internal guidelines and regulations.
• Efficient management of the vendor payment process
• Support Financial Controller with coordinating month-end/year-end close process.
• Prepare and coordinate tasks for audit activities, including statutory audit and tax audit
• Supervise and coach junior accountants
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
• Assist in annual budget preparation and monitoring process

Requirements
Education:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in related disciplines - Accounting or Finance.
• Chartered accounting qualification (ICAN, ACCA) is an advantage

Experience:

• Minimum of 4 years of work experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS requirements and accounting principles.
• Experience with preparing financial statements

Competency and skills requirements:

• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft excel
• Ability to work with little or no supervision

Other requirements (Behavioral etc.):

• Strong financial analysis skills
• Strong communication skills.

Application Closing Date: 30th April, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@lumos.com.ng using the Job Position as the subject of the mail