Reserve Bank Of India (RBI) Chief Archivist Vacancy 2011

Bank Name: Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
Job Opening: Chief Archivist in Grade ‘D’
No. Of Vacancy: 01
Qualification: Post Graduate
Job Location: Mumbai
Salary Offered: Rs. 39,850/-p.m.
Age: 45 Years
Last Date: 25 July 2011
Vacancy Details:-
Applications are invited for the post mentioned below in the Department of Economic and Policy Research (DEPR) – for RBI Archives, Pune in Reserve Bank of India (RBI/Bank)from Indian citizens, citizens of Nepal and subjects of Bhutan, Tibetan refugees (who came over to India before 1st January 1962) and persons of Indian origin who have migrated from Myanmar and Sri Lanka with the intention of permanently settling in India and in whose favour Eligibility Certificates have been issued by Government of India.
Qualification:-  Candidates pass with Post Graduate in modern Indian History with minimum 50% marks from a recognized university or equivalent and Diploma or certificate course in Archival studies or Records Management. Experience is required.
Experience (as on 01.06.2011): – Minimum 10 years as archival professional in Central/State Government/Corporate/ Industrial Houses/Banks and Financial Institutional Archives, of which 5 years should be in supervisory level.
Age Limit (as on 01.06.2011):- Not exceeding 45 years, (i.e. candidates must have been born not earlier than 02.06.1966). Refer item 2 below for relaxation in upper age limit for specified categories.
No. of Vacancies:- 1
Scheme of Selection:- Selection will be through Interview only. The Board will make a preliminary screening of the applications for making, if necessary, a short­ list of eligible candidates to be called for interview. Hence, merely fulfilling the requirements laid down for the post, would not automatically entitle any candidate for interview. The place and date of interview will be advised to the short listed candidates in due course.
Pay Scale:-
The selected candidate will draw a starting basic pay of Rs. 39,850/-p.m. in the scale of Rs. 39850-1200(2)-42250-1300(3)-46150 (6 years) applicable to Officers in Grade ‘D’ and they will also be eligible for Dearness Allowance, Local Allowance, House Allowance, Family Allowance, Grade Allowance as per rules in force from time to time. At present, initial monthly gross emoluments for Grade ‘D’ officer are Rs.- 77,990/-(approx) at the minimum of the scale.
Application Fee:-
Rs.100/- (Rupees one hundred only). No fee is payable by SC/ST/PWD candidates. Fee is payable by Demand Draft favouring Reserve Bank of India and payable at Mumbai only. However, candidates from un-banked areas may pay fee by crossed Indian Postal Orders in favour of Reserve Bank of India payable at GPO, Mumbai. Candidates should write their Name and Address on the reverse of the Demand Draft and in the space provided for the purpose on the Postal Orders (if fee is payable) and enclose them to the application with a pin. Fees sent separately not accompanied with proper application or payment in any other manner will not be accepted. Fees once paid will not be refunded under any.
How to Apply:-
The eligible candidates have to apply through online from the http://onlinedr.rbi.org.inwebsite on or before 18-07-2011, till 11.59 PM. At the time of online apply candidates should read the instructions carefully and the click on apply link. After successfully submission of online application candidates need take a print out of online application and send it along with copies of necessary certificates, with a recent passport size photograph must be pasted in the application form and sign across and Demand draft or Indian Postal Order of Rs 100/-, to the following address by ordinary post, on or before 25-07-2011, (For remote areas 01-08-2011), till 6.00 PM, The General Manager, Reserve Bank of India Services Board, Post Bag No. 4618, Mumbai Central Post Office, Mumbai-400008.
Important Dates:- Closing date for online registration: 18-07-2011, till 11.59 PM.
Last date for online print out or offline application receipt: 25-07-2011 (For remote areas 01-08-2011), till 6.00 PM.
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Company Secretary (CS)

An important link between the company and its shareholders, Company Secretary is becoming an increasingly vital and good career option.

Every listed company, at the stock market, employs a company secretary to deal with the formalities involved in stock and trading.

The vital role of a Company Secretary further extends to all the legal matters that goes into company’s new investments, project deals, mergers, acquisitions etc.,

A degree in this field would equip you with the knowledge of company laws, taxes and accounting etc.

What would you do in this profession?
A Company Secretary performs the following functions:-
 

	handling legal aspects involved in - formation, amalgamation, winding up, merger, take-over, acquisitions etc.,
	getting approvals for new investments and projects
	administering the issue of shares, dividends, bonus and handling shareholder grievances
	updating company’s information at the stock market
	liaison with government and other departments for
	central / sales tax, excise laws, corporate and labour laws
	organising and recording board meetings and annual general meetings
	keeping up to date with company laws and amendments

Career prospects
With industries venturing into new areas - mergers,  takeovers,  collaboration, getting listed in foreign stock exchanges etc.,. are becoming common, that brings along all the complex legal issues that are associated with it.

A company secretary with his statutory powers and knowledge of accounting and legal matters plays a vital role in every large and growing organisations to settle such issues, quickly and smoothly.

Thus, Company Secretary, as a career choice, is a positive one. The demand for which will see a continuous rise in the coming years.

What skills should you posses?
 

Students aspiring to become Company Secretary should have / develop the following skill-sets that would help them achieve a better success rate and growth:-

	effective and clear communication
	analytical mind to interpret facts and figures
	good understanding of business law and finance
	attention to detail
	time management
	sound judgement
	problem solving skills

Eligibility, Entrance Exams and Institutes
The minimum qualification to pursue a Company Secretary degree is a pass in XII or graduation (preferably - Law / Commerce)

ICSI (The Institute of Company Secretaries of India) conducts the company secretary course in India.

for course details, years of study, exam pattern, eligibility, training etc., visit -http://www.icsi.edu/

Advice
You would be dealing with legal and finance related matters in your job. Hence a strong background of law and finance during college years will build a strong foundation for you to handle these matters.
 

Cost Accountancy (ICWA)

Cost Accountancy (ICWA)

Cost management has become one of the most important life-line for any organisation’s survival.

Organisations require efficient cost management to increase profitability and avoid unwanted expenses.

With the global competitive nature and economic demands, a company’s success totally depends on the quality of service it provides with minimum cost input.

A cost accounting degree thus equips you with the knowledge on how to manage finance efficiently and ensure managerial decisions are well within the available resources.

What would you do in this profession?
A cost accountant is generally involved in the following functions:-
 

	Collection, compilation and analysis of financial information / reports
	assessing the feasibility of projects vis-à-vis funds available
	designing and implementing effective cost control and cost management system
	carrying out audit work
	guiding the management on risks involved and suggesting effective cost cutting measures

Career prospects
A cost accounting degree has tremendous scope in the country. Having a cost accountant is the need of the hour for every organisation, whether government or private.

The fact that every organisation needs a control on its finance, for its own survival, throws open to you the tremendous career prospects this field holds.

Alternatively, you may also take up consultancy work with small and big firms.

The opportunity is huge, while the need of the hour is to grab this opportunity by getting a professional degree in cost accounting.

What skills should you posses?
The basic skills an aspiring cost accountant should develop / possess are:-
 

	good numerical ability
	analytical mind to interpret facts and figures
	logical and methodical approach in work
	attention to detail, as any misses would mean financial loss
	ability to interact and express clearly

Eligibility, Entrance Exams and Institutes
The minimum qualification to pursue cost accountancy is a pass in XII or graduation(preferably in Commerce).

The Institute of Costs and Works Accountants of India (ICWA) conducts the cost accounting course in India.
 

for course details, years of study, exam pattern, eligibility, training etc., visit the official site -http://www.icwai.org/

Further studies
Students who have completed their cost accounting program can opt for MBA degree, which will further enhance their career prospective for management role in organisations (see MBA Finance)