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The Millard Fuller Foundation (Fuller) is an organization that promotes collaborative and innovative partnerships with individuals and organizations in an unrelenting quest to provide, on a sustainable basis, affordable housing for all people in need. We do not just build houses; we build homes and communities.
Fuller was recently recognised by the Centre for Affordable Housing Finance Africa (CAHF), as the builder of the lowest-priced house in Africa. We are also a three-time winner of the Abuja International Housing Show (AIHS) award for the most affordable housing project in Nigeria. Fuller partners with national and international organisations in its quest to provide affordable low-cost houses for Nigerians.
We are currently seeking to employ a suitably qualified candidate to fill the position of HEAD OF FINANCE
Location: Masaka, Nasarawa State (Near Abuja)
Job Description:
Responsible for the overall management of the organisation’s financial system as it relates to accounting, development and implementation of sound financial strategy, financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, cost control, training and providing proactive financial advisory to executive management for effective decision-making
Key Performance Areas:
- Manage entire Accounts & Finance portfolio and oversee the operations of the organisation’s treasury
- Forecast cash flow positions, related borrowing needs, and coverage period for available funds
- Deploy creative financial management strategy to ensure that funds are available to meet ongoing operational and capital investment requirements
- Use hedging to mitigate financial risks related to the interest rates on the company's borrowings
- Responsible for determining the company's proper capital structure with the right mix of debt and equity
- Manage the preparation of the company's budget and maintain an up-to-date book of accounts for all transactions
- Preparation of Management and Financial reports as at when due in line with regulatory provisions and partner requirements
- Periodically provide training for current and new staff
- Act as liaison for all financial related matters with organisation’s partners and government bodies
Educational/Professional Qualification:
- Bachelors’ degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or other relevant disciplines
- Hold any of the following professional certification: ICAN, ACCA or CIMA
- MBA is an added advantage
Knowledge:
- Finance assets portfolio management
- Developmental economics
- International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
- Capital budgeting and capital structuring
- Cash flow forecasting
- Accounting packages
- Familiarity with donor rules and regulations is an advantage (DFID, EU, USAID, CIDA, AfDB)
Skills:
- Minimum of 7 years’ cognate experience in Accounting and Financial Management, 3 of which must be post-professional qualification (e.g. ICAN)
- Excellent financial planning and organizational skills
- Ability to analyse finance data, spot trends and make logical deductions
- Tax and payroll administration
- Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
Application Closing Date:
Wednesday, 17th March 2021
Method of Application:
- Interested and qualified candidates should send their curriculum vitae and copies of their credentials to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Please state the job title in the subject of your mail
For Mr. Aaron Idih, his wife and two beautiful sons, the joy of a new home is that which came at the right time, as it coincides with the Christmas season celebrations.
First-time homeowner, Aaron Idih and his family moved into Reall’s $10k USD house developed by the Millard Fuller Foundation in Masaka, on the outskirts of the FCT, Abuja.
In the words of Aaron Idih, “The joy of moving into my own home cannot be quantified. It feels so good to be in a place where my family feels secure and my children can express themselves.” True to his words, the excitement could be seen on the faces of his young boys who were running around the house.
The CampLuvu 2 Project comprises of 24-units of semi-detached 2-bedroom apartments and 6-units of semi-detached 1-bedroom expandable to 2-bedroom apartment and 2-units of fully detached two-bedroom apartments, the project is situated in a serene environment, and designed to suit the dynamic taste of the organisation’s target market.
With facilities such as solar-powered streetlights, solar-powered overhead water tank, security and a green environment, the project which is fully funded by Reall UK is meant to provide first-time homeowners with a home of their own through convenient payment options.
Fuller Delivers Phase 2 Of Its 32-Units Campluvu 2 Project
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From L-R: Ag. HOD Marketing and communications Dept. John Olugbemi, Assistant Project Officer; Oyedele Sulaiman, The ED Projects; Funmi Odia,
The Project Delivery Unit of the Millard Fuller Foundation has delivered the 2nd phase of its 32-unit housing project to the Marketing & Communications Unit of the organisation.
The brief event which took place on Friday, 18th December 2020 at the project site in Masaka was attended by the project staff and some top management staff of the organisation.
While receiving the keys of the housing units from Funmi Odia, the Executive Director, Projects, the Ag. Head of Marketing and Communications, John Olugbemi thanked the project team for their commitment towards ensuring the houses are delivered on schedule.
Comprising of 24 units of semi-detached 2-bedroom apartments and 6 units of semi-detached 1-bedroom expandable apartments and 2 units of fully detached two-bedroom apartments, the project is situated in a serene environment, and designed to suit the dynamic taste of the organisation’s target market, many of whom are now living on the estate.
With facilities such as solar-powered streetlights, solar-powered overhead water tanks, security and a green environment, the project which is fully funded by Reall UK is meant to provide first-time homeowners with houses through convenient payment options.
Description: Over 240 housing units of semi-detached bungalows available for sale to individuals, cooperatives, groups and organisations.
Location: Luvu Madaki, Masaka, near Abuja.
House Type: 1-BR (Expandable to 2), 2-BR and 2-BR (Expandable to 3)
Price: From N2.9M (Exclusive of 7.5% VAT)
Facilities Include:
- En-suite Toilets and Baths,
- Solar powered streetlights,
- Solar powered water pumps,
- 24-hr Security,
- Recreational spaces and green areas
- Spaces for creche, corner shops, ATM gallery
- Serene environment.
Payment Options:
- Outright purchase
- 50% down-deposit and balance of 50% amortized over a period of 18 months
- One-year rental, with mortgage in view from the FMBN. This is after 10% down deposit has been made.
- 5-year payment plan. Pay 20% down-deposit and amortise balance of 80% over 5 years.
To Proceed:
- Visit site for inspection.
- Once you're interested, purchase an application form for N5,000
- Choose a payment plan
- Pay 37,500 for water and light connection
- Pay 21,000 for plastic waste bin
- Collect keys to the house
Kindly Note:
- Only wet areas (kitchen and bathrooms) are floor tilled
- There are no internal doors
- The internal walls are not painted
Sign up now to own your home(1-min)
For more info and inquiries, please call 08039795456 or 07066259030.
World Habitat Day: Fuller Reiterates Its Commitment to Affordable Housing to Nigerians
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The Millard Fuller Foundation has reiterated its commitment to the provision of truly affordable homes to low income earners in Nigeria.
Speaking at a virtual event organised by the Federal Ministry of Works and Housing to commemorate the World Habitat Day which held on Monday, 5th October, 2020, the Chief Executive Officer of the organisation, Sam Odia said that every human being deserves to have access to simple, decent, and affordable housing.
Odia who stated that Fuller created over 11,600 temporary jobs during its recently concluded 600-unit GrandLuvu housing project noted that young people are also being trained in construction skills development and the use of power tools as a means of making them self-reliant, while providing starter homes for less than 2million Naira per unit as 78% of the population in Nigeria earns less than N40,000.00 a month.
“Despite the high demand for our houses, we are contending with offtake financing which has proven to be a major challenge as far as homeownership in Nigeria is concerned. This has prompted us to design bridging facilities for those who are ready to move into our homes while they wait for the FMBN loan to come through,” Odia said.
With regards to building sustainable estates, Odia said that Fuller is focused on developing green buildings and this has led to the planning of an off-grid project which should kick-start in the coming year.
While urging the government to support ideas that are being implemented on a small scale in the bid to scale them up as against reinventing the wheel, Odia concluded that Fuller is currently carrying out a research to ensure that more persons are able to afford a decent home.
The event which held with the theme, "Housing for All: A Better Urban Future" aimed at providing an opportunity to engage stakeholders in discussions on the transformative impact of COVID-19 on the housing and human settlement sector, and to explore the possibilities of building sustainable societies.
The event had major stakeholders in the housing industry in attendance, notable speakers at the event which was moderated by Mark Eddo Founder, Mark Eddo Media Ltd International Communications and Business Consultant include, Mr. Babatunde Raji Fashola (SAN), Hon. Minister for Works and Housing, Prof. Isaac Megbolugbe, Professor Carey School of Business, Johns Hopkins University(rtd)/ Senior Urban Research Advisor, The African Urban Research Center, Dr. Chii Akpoji, Member Board of Directors, Shelter Afrique President, CEO Alpha Cities Africa Inc, Prof. Olugbenga Nubi, Centre for Housing Studies, University of Lagos, Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa MD/CEO Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria, Andrew Chimphondah, Managing Director, Shelter-Afrique, Dr. Omoh Odunbaku, Human Settlements Officer, Regional Office for Africa (RoAF) UN-Habitat, Dr. P.M Tunde Reis, President, First World Communities Ltd, and Femi Adewole MD, Family Homes Fund.
A housing organisation with international affiliation is currently seeking to employ a suitably qualified candidate to fill the position below:
Job Title: Health, Safety and Environment Officer
Location: Masaka, Nasarawa State (Near Abuja)
Job Description:
To support and advise the organisation on all aspects of Health, Safety & Environment. To co-ordinate and monitor standards, processes, communications, trainings and systems to ensure that all responsibilities associated with Health and Safety & Environment are adhered to.
Key Performance Areas:
- Ensure a safe workplace/construction environment without risk to health
- Ensure that all health, safety and environmental policies, procedures, rules and regulations are adhered to and are regularly reviewed, updated and communicated
- Ensure effective compliance with PPE policies by all workers and visitors to the organisation’s premises & project sites
- Ensure the organisation meets its statutory obligations in all areas pertaining to health, safety and environment at work, including any statutory training and reporting
- Ensure the completion and regular review of risk assessments for all work equipment and operations
- Ensure that all accidents are documented and investigated and that recommended improvements implemented
- Ensure that safety inspections are carried out, fire drills are regularly done and fire alarms are correctly reported; safety inspections, risk assessments and lone working procedures are managed and employees are aware of their responsibilities
- Identify and coordinate the disposal of hazardous waste in the organisation’s workplace and project sites
- Co-ordinate the development/updates of health and safety policies, systems of work and procedures
- Ensure full and accurate health and safety and training records are maintained
- Conduct regular inspection of the organisation’s machines & equipment
- Carrying out periodic site safety inspections
- Establish a full programme of documented health & safety inspections, audits and checks
- Establish a structured programme of health & safety training throughout the organisation
- Keep up to date with all aspects of relevant health, safety and environment legislation and communicate relevant changes to the organisation
- Provide regular reports to Management on relevant health and safety activities
Educational/Professional Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree in any relevant discipline
- NEBOSH qualified or working towards NEBOSH certificate accreditation.
Knowledge:
- Experience in handling of HSE investigations
- Experience of formulating, implementing and revising HSE policies and procedures
- Working knowledge of Microsoft packages
- At least 5 years recent and relevant experience in a similar role
Skills:
- Excellent planning and organizational skills
- Effective communication skill
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Physically fit
- Excellent report writing skills
Application Closing Date:
Friday, 15th October 2020
Method of Application:
- Interested and qualified candidates should send their curriculum vitae and copies of their credentials to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Please state the job title in the subject of your mail
With a vision of seeing a world where everyone has access to simple, decent and affordable homes, the Millard Fuller Foundation has launched its new website.
The Millard Fuller Foundation is changing lives through its diverse projects and programs. Visit the website here
PRODEL Delivers 1st Phase of CampLuvu-2 Housing Project
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The Project Delivery Unit of the Millard Fuller Foundation has delivered the 1st phase of its 32-housing unit project to the Marketing & Communications unit of the organisation.
At a brief ceremony which was held on the project site in Masaka, near Abuja on Monday, 7th September 2020, the Executive Director, Projects, Mrs Funmi Odia handed over the keys of the first phase of the project to the Ag. Head of Marketing and Communications, John Olugbemi.
The first phase which comprises of 12-units of semi-detached 2-bedroom apartments and 2-units of semi-detached 1-bedroom expandable to 2-bedroom apartment is situated in a serene environment, and designed to suit the dynamic taste of the organisation’s target market.
With facilities such as solar-powered street lights, solar-powered overhead water tank, security and a green environment, the project which is fully funded by Reall UK is meant to provide first time homeowners with a home of their own through convenient payment options.
A housing organisation with international affiliation is currently seeking to employ a suitably qualified candidate to fill the position below:
Job Title: Head of Finance
Location: Masaka, Nasarawa State (Near Abuja)
Job Description:
Responsible for the overall management of the organisation’s financial system as it relates to accounting, development and implementation of sound financial strategy, financial analysis, forecasting, budgeting, cost control, training and providing proactive financial advisory to executive management for effective decision-making
Key Performance Areas:
- Manage entire Accounts & Finance portfolio and oversee the operations of the organisation’s treasury
- Forecast cash flow positions, related borrowing needs, and coverage period for available funds
- Deploy creative financial management strategy to ensure that funds are available to meet ongoing operational and capital investment requirements
- Use hedging to mitigate financial risks related to the interest rates on the company's borrowings
- Responsible for determining the company's proper capital structure with the right mix of debt and equity
- Manage the preparation of the company's budget and maintain an up-to-date book of accounts for all transactions
- Preparation of Management and Financial reports as at when due in line with regulatory provisions and partner requirements
- Periodically provide training for current and new staff
- Act as liaison for all financial related matters with organisation’s partners and government bodies
Educational/Professional Qualification:
- Bachelors’ degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or other relevant disciplines
- Hold any of the following professional certification: ICAN, ACCA or CFA
- MBA is an added advantage
Knowledge:
- Finance assets portfolio management
- Developmental economics
- International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
- Capital budgeting and capital structuring
- Cash flow forecasting
- QuickBooks accounting package
- Familiarity with donor rules and regulations is an advantage (DFID, EU, USAID, CIDA, AfDB)
Skills:
- Minimum of 15 years’ cognate experience in Accounting and Financial Management, 5 of which must be post-professional qualification (e.g. ICAN)
- Excellent financial planning and organizational skills
- Ability to analyse finance data, spot trends and make logical deductions
- Tax and payroll administration
- Effective communication skill (written and verbal)
Application Closing Date:
Friday, 11th September 2020
Method of Application:
- Interested and qualified candidates should send their curriculum vitae and copies of their credentials to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Please state the job title in the subject of your mail
A housing organisation with international affiliation and located in Masaka (near Abuja), is currently seeking to employ suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:
Head of Accounts
- Job Type: Full Time
- Qualification: BSc/HND in Accounting or Finance
- Experience: 10 years
- Location: Masaka, Nasarawa State
- Job Field: Head of Accounts
Job Description:
- Manage and oversee the daily operations of the Accounts Department
- Monitor and analyse accounting data and produce financial reports and statements
- Establish and enforce proper accounting methods, policies and principles
- Coordinate periodic and annual audits
- Provide financial recommendations to management
- Improve systems and procedures and initiate corrective actions
- Assign projects and direct staff to ensure compliance and accuracy
- Meet financial accounting objectives
- Establish and maintain fiscal files and records to document transactions
Requirements:
- Bachelors’ degree/HND in Accounting or Finance
- Hold any of the following professional certification: ICAN, ACCA or CFA
- MBA is an added advantage
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, 3 of which must be at managerial level
- Ability to analyse finance data, spot trends and make logical deductions
- Tax and payroll administration
- Knowledge of QuickBooks accounting package
- Extensive Audit experience
- Excellent organizational skills
- Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
Application Closing Date:
15th March 2019
Method of Application:
- Interested and qualified candidates should send their curriculum vitae to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
- Please state the job title in the subject of your mail
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With a vision of seeing a world where everyone has access to simple, decent and affordable homes, the Millard Fuller Foundation has designed its estates such that attention is paid to our children’s upbringing.
A home environment where a child spends his or her early years has long-term effects on their physical, mental and emotional development; therefore, a safe, responsive and nurturing environment plays a vital part in supporting their learning and development.
The rising housing deficit in Nigeria has compelled low-income earners to live in unplanned settlements, which have adverse negative effects on children’s formative years. The hazards associated with living in slums and unplanned settlements for these persons are endless as the children are exposed to unsafe place for games and recreations, lack of potable drinking water, indiscriminate waste disposal and even outright physical, mental and emotional abuse.
The Millard Fuller Foundation is changing this narrative as low-income earners who are residents of the GrandLuvu Estate, developed by Fuller Housing can now raise their children in a befitting environment.
According to Mrs. Josephine, a civil servant, who moved into the estate in 2018, seeing her children play freely without fear of being molested or abused is what gives her so much joy. “I used to live in a rented apartment in Lagos and I supervised my children when they needed to play outside. This, for me, was stressful as I had to put other activities on hold to do so. I was not comfortable in the environment where I lived, but after being transferred to this part of the country and moving into my own home in the GrandLuvu Estate, my children can now play with other children in the children playground, unsupervised by me, but under the watchful eyes of the estate’s trained security guards.”
For Mrs. Damaris Dogara, moving into the GrandLuvu Estate is one of the best decisions she has ever made. “As you can see, the estate is well-planned, neat and appropriate for raising a growing child. What makes me happy always is the fact that my daughter has enough room to play around with other children.”
The Millard Fuller Foundation seeks to ensure that low-income earners have access to simple, decent and affordable housing. In partnership with Family Homes Funds, the organization has delivered over 700 homes to Nigerians thereby creating a healthy community where children can feel safe and secure.
Again! Fuller wins Most Affordable Housing Project of 2018
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For the 3rd consecutive year, the Millard Fuller Foundation has won the award for “The Affordable Housing Project of the Year 2018” at the just concluded Nigeria Housing Award.
The award and dinner event which was part of activities to round off the 12th Abuja International Housing Show held at the International Conference Centre on Thursday, 19th of July 2018 and had in attendance professionals in the housing sector.
In his acceptance speech, the CEO of the Millard Fuller Foundation, Sam Odia, thanked the organisers of the Nigeria Housing Award for the honour. In his words: “This award is an honour done to our organisation because it is the third time we have won. This goes to show that our efforts at providing truly affordable homes for low-income earners are not going unnoticed. We are passionate about what we are doing, and this, we will continue to do. We are truly grateful.”
The awardees, among many others, include Rev. Ugochukwu Chime - Housing Advocacy Person of the Year (National), Dr. Kunle Faleti - Housing Advocacy Person of the Year (Diaspora) and Ahmed Dangiwa, Managing Director of Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria - Housing Finance Person of the Year.
It will be recalled that the Millard Fuller Foundation won the award for the Affordable Housing Project Of The Year 2016 and 2017. A faith-driven organization that promotes collaborative and innovative partnerships with individuals and organizations in an unrelenting quest to provide, on a sustainable basis, affordable housing for all people in need, The Millard Fuller Foundation from its head office in Luvu-Madaki, a community in Masaka, Nasarawa State has touched the lives of hundreds of Nigerians by providing them with basic and affordable homes to live in.
Recently, The Millard Fuller Foundation partnered with the Family Homes Funds to deliver affordable homes to low-income earners in Nigeria. With over 600 fully completed housing units comprising of 1 and 2-bedroom semi-detached bungalows selling for as low as N2.9M, The Millard Fuller Foundation has commenced the construction of an additional 600 units of similar units which will be completed within the next few months.
The Nigeria Housing Award, organised by FESADEB Communication Limited, is an annual event which celebrates the successes of firms, individuals, teams and companies who are setting trends in innovative construction, consistent in high industry standards, enabling market expansion and engaged in the development of the national economy. The award endorses abilities and rewards achievements and is widely regarded as the most credible and prestigious award in Nigeria’s housing industry.
Fuller Housing To Exhibit At The 12th Abuja International Housing Show
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The Millard Fuller Foundation is set to exhibit its products at the 12th Abuja International Housing Show scheduled to take place at the International Conference Centre, Abuja, from Monday, 16th to Thursday, 19th July 2018.
As an annual event which brings together housing sector professionals and stakeholders, the Abuja International Housing Show provides an avenue for organizations and individuals to sell their products and brands to potential clients and investors.
The convener of the Abuja International Housing Show, Festus Adebayo in an interview, has promised that this year’s edition will witness new innovations that have been added to the largest housing show on the continent.
Some of the unique innovations, according to Adebayo, include the introduction of the CEO’s forum, women in the housing sector initiative, international real estate investment forum and the youth in real estate development forum.
According to him, “The CEO’s forum is unique in the sense that leaders in real estate, banking, building materials and technology will be meeting together to address the issue of affordable housing finance holistically”.
He further stated, “We will be launching the women in housing sector initiative. The show will also feature youth in real estate development. As you know, there are a lot of youths who are excelling in real estate and there are some who have not discovered the opportunities in the sector; the idea is to catch them young and teach them by educating them on housing mortgage, among others.”
With the Theme: “Driving Growth & Sustainability In Nigeria Housing & Mortgage Markets - Improving Structures & Policies For Impact”, this year’s event, according to the convener, will feature 30 Speakers and 350 exhibitors from not less than 10 countries.