Bincom Job Vacancies: Graduate Trainee (for PHP/ MySQL Developer + ICT First Level Support, etc ) (January 2011)

Bincom is a fast growing ICT solutions and consulting firm focused on the best use of technology (old, new, emerging, future) to solve client issues. We are focused on a global market but are headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria.

Location of Job: Onikan, Lagos, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full Time – Permanent


Key role

• To assist the team in the design, development, programming, deployment, project documentations, and other tasks during various client projects.
• To work in teams to develop web applications including but not limited to HTML, PHP/MYSQL, Ruby
• To provide first level support for basic client ICT issues including desktop maintenance, troubleshooting on various IT service infrastructure management and basic software troubleshooting.
• To research, learn and use technology including Open source solutions and Online communities (including Joomla, drupal, wordpress),
• To work with the development team on various mobile application products.
• And much more.

Key Requirements

• Basic Web Programming knowledge is required (PHP / MySQL preferably)
• A passion for IT
• Ability to learn new skills fast
• Must be very “Tech-Savvy” and know a little bit about anything IT
• Must have basic knowledge of Adobe Suite including Dreamweaver, Firework or other web development tools.
• Previous Web Development Experience using HTML (& PHP) is a big advantage.
• Previous knowledge of Microsoft Visual Studio would be an added advantage.
• Basic knowledge of Design tools (Corel Draw, Photoshop, Fireworks) or Adobe Flash would be an added advantage.
• Previous “amateur” development or related IT project to showcase at the interview is an added advantage.

Education Qualification

• Minimum of an OND, HND, B.Sc. or their equivalent from any reputable higher Institution.
• Minimum of 1 year (maximum of 4 years) of experience in a “computo-centric”. (‘Informal’ experience or Related NYSC experience will suffice)
• Applicants should not be more than 30 years of age as at December 2010.

Other personal competencies

• Applicants must have a passion for IT
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• A “can do” attitude
• Innovative & creative
• Self-motivated.
• Team Player
• Integrity and honesty
• Passionate about service
• Strong analytical skills

To apply for the above role, visit http://www.bincom.net/aboutus/careers--bincom to read more about careers at Bincom and click on the ‘apply now’ for the specific job role.

Your cover letter (cover note) will be used to pre-qualify candidates before assessment of CVs . Your cover letter (cover note) should briefly highlight:

• your specific skill set.
• your career goal (short term goals will suffice)
• how this position / joining Bincom relate to your goal
• if you have a passion for ICT Expatiate
• If you have previous web development experience, provide links to some of your previous works. (if not online, you may upload screen shots to a photo sharing service)
• A valid mobile phone number (we may call to request further information)

Also attach a copy of your Curriculum Vitae highlighting Skills and Past Experience.

Note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.