New Vacancies at The East African Community (EAC)

 Overview

The East African Community (EAC) is the regional intergovernmental organization of the Republic of Kenya, the Republic of Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, the Republic of Rwanda, the Republic of Burundi and Republic of South Sudan with its headquarters in Arusha, Tanzania.

The EAC mission is to widen and deepen economic, political, social and cultural integration to improve the quality of life of the people of East Africa through increased competitiveness, value added production, trade and investments.

This is an exciting opportunity for highly motivated and result-driven professionals who are citizens of East African Community Partner States (Republics of Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Uganda and the United

DIRECTOR INFRASTRUCTURE
(1 post) (REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/09)

Organ : EAC Secretariat
Grade : P5
Directorate : Infrastructure
Reports to : Deputy Secretary General (Infrastructure, Productive, Social and Political Sectors)
Duty Station: Arusha, Tanzania

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Job Purpose of the Job:
To provide Strategic leadership in coordination, development and implementation of projects and programmes for Roads, Railways, Civil Aviation, Maritime, Communication, Information, Telecommunication Infrastructure and Meteorology.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Initiate, coordinate and harmonise the development and implementation of strategies, policies and programs for Roads, Railways, Civil Aviation, Maritime, Information, Telecommunication Infrastructure and Meteorology.
• Coordinate the development and implementation of consolidated annual work/operations plans and ensure complementarity of synergies and cooperation within the sectors under the Directorate of Infrastructure;
• Promote and coordinate implementation of strategies and programs under his/her supervision to promote teamwork, enhance optimal utilization of resources, efficiency; build synergies, internal learning and cooperation; and minimize duplication of efforts between related sectors within and outside the Infrastructure Directorate;
• Provide managerial support and technical advice related to the sectors to staff under the Directorate of Infrastructure;
• Liaise with Directorate Staff to develop specific, measureable, accurate, realistic and time bound (SMART) performance indicators, monitor and evaluate individual Staff performance by ensuring that the EAC performance evaluation/appraisal and feedback process is applied to all staff in the Directorate;
• Identify policy gaps, initiate and facilitate research and studies in priority programme areas for the sectors under the Directorate of Infrastructure;
• Coordinate Implementation of Council decisions and consolidate progress and annual reports on status of implementation of the Council decisions/directives related to the Directorate of Infrastructure;
• Assist the East African Legislative Assembly in its oversight activities for projects and programmes under Infrastructure

Qualifications and Experience:

• Masters Degree in Transport Economics, Civil Aviation, Maritime, Telecommunication, Electronic Engineering or equivalent degree from a recognized University/Institution.
• A Post Graduate Qualification in Management will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 15 years in relevant field, 8 of which should be at Senior Management level.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, analytical skills, Computer skills, Management and leadership skills, team - building skills, planning skills, supervisory skills, research skills, networking skills, project management and implementation skills and monitoring and evaluation skills.

PRINCIPAL RESOURCE MOBILISATION OFFICER
(1 post) (REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/10)

Organ : EAC Secretariat
Grade : P3
Department : Office of the Secretary General
Division : Resource Mobilization
Reports to : Secretary General
Duty Station: Arusha, Tanzania
Main Purpose of the Job:
To efficiently and effectively manage the process of resource mobilization for the Community.

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Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate efforts of all sectors for resource mobilization
• Develop strategies and plans for mobilizing national and international financial resources for the programmes of the Community;
• Assist in preparing project proposals for funding;
• Act as focal point for all fund-raising efforts of the organs of the Community;
• Ensure timely financial reports are prepared and submitted to Development Partners and other stakeholders;
• Establish a databank of potential funding partners and follow upon submitted proposals with relevant Development Partners;
• Coordinate exchange of relevant information and harmonizing process of fund-raising efforts of stakeholders;
• Evaluate and prepare consolidated Annual Reports on implementation of projects and programmes using development partners’ funds;
• Prepare periodic progress reports on resource utilization against plans of Directorates and Departments; and Promote a positive corporate culture and image of the EAC.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Masters Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Business Management or an equivalent degree from a recognized University/Institution.
• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience with five (5) years of which should be at Senior level with specific emphasis on resource mobilization and donor funding procedures.

Skills and Competencies:

• Analytical skills, negotiation skills, networking skills, management skills, project planning and development skills, tactful, computer skills, research skills, report writing skills, mobilization skills and coordination skills.

PRINCIPAL EDUCATION OFFICER
(1 Post) (REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/08)

Organ : EAC Secretariat
Grade : P3
Directorate : Social Sectors
Department : Education, Science and Technology
Reports to : Director, Social Sectors
Duty Station : Arusha, Tanzania
Main Purpose of the Job:
To coordinate the formulation of strategies and policies and implementation of projects and programmes related to training, education, science and technology for the Community.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and monitor projects and programmes in education, training, science and technology;
• Coordinate and harmonise education, training, Science and Technology programmes;
• Assist Partner States in coordinating their human resource policies and programmes;
• Assist Partner States in identifying and establishing EAC Centres of Excellence;
• Co-ordinate the development of harmonized syllabi, certification, training standards and accreditation of training institutions;
• Promote and strengthen collaboration of joint research, training and development of science and technology;
• Promote the activities of Inter-University Council of East Africa;
• Collaborate with Partner States to put in place education and training programmes for people with special needs;
• Encourage and support participation of the private sector in the development of human resource; and
• Prepare progress and Council reports.

Qualifications and experience:

• A Master’s Degree in Education, Education Planning and Management, Development Economics, Human Resource Planning and Development or equivalent degree from a recognised University/Institution.
• 10 years of experience with 5 years at the Senior Level.

Skills and Competencies:

• Analytical, presentation, research, planning, management, supervisory, networking, negotiation, interpersonal, interactive, communication, and computer skills.

 

SENIOR LEGAL OFFICER
(1 post) (REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/19)

Grade: P2
Directorate: Office of the Secretary General
Department: Legal Division
Reports to: The Counsel to the Community
Main purpose of the job:
To provide Secretarial Services to the Council of Ministers, the Sectoral Council of Ministers Responsible for East African Community Affairs and the Sectoral Council on Legal and Judicial Affairs.

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Duties and responsibilities:

• To guide on the convening and facilitation of the meetings of the Council of Ministers, the Sectoral Council of Ministers responsible for East African Community Affairs and the Sectoral Council on Legal and Judicial Affairs;
• To record the deliberations and Minutes of the Meetings of the Council of Ministers and the said Sectoral Councils and to prepare reports thereof in consistent and serialized manner;
• To follow-up implementation on decisions made by the Sectoral Council on Legal and Judicial Affairs matters and Council of Ministers; and
• To prepare briefs for the Chairperson for the Council of Ministers and the Secretary General during policy organs' meetings.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by Management

Qualifications and experience :

• Master’s Degree in Law (LLM) from a reputable University.
• A minimum of 8 years relevant experience.

Skills and competencies:

• Excellent report writing skills; Good communication and interpersonal skills; adequate computer skills. Experience in facilitating Board or Council Meetings.

ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT (PAYROLL)
(1 post) (REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/23)

Grade : G5
Directorate : Finance
Department : Accounts
Job reports to : Senior Accountant
Main purpose of job :
Process staff payroll, pay staff salaries and make payments to suppliers as directed .

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Process staff payroll. This entails updating the payroll by ensuring that all deductions and refunds to staff through the salaries are done.
• Maintain and update staff bank details for salary payments;
• Process monthly payroll by ensuring that that employees are paid salaries by the 24th of each month;
• Prepare journal import for posting salaries to sun system;
• Calculate and deposit gratuity for staff on a monthly basis;
• Make payments to suppliers. This entails receiving invoices from admissions office and process payments, advance payment for life insurance and medical cover, check all lodged documents and respective invoicees to confirm validity and approval before processing payment;
• Initiate payment vouchers and forwarding them for checking by other officers;
• Process payments and allowances to staff Including payment of gratuity to staff upon completion of contract, salary advances and house advances, leave allowance, settlement allowance, Airtime, per diems, imprests and fund for retirement among others;
• Reconcile suppliers accounts, housing and salary advances accounts and current accounts
• Prepare periodic and submit monthly and weekly reports on outstanding suppliers' invoiceses, housing advances outstanding, salary advances outstanding, salaries and gratuity for staff payable to the bank;
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Management from time to time .

Qualifications and Experience:

• Undergraduate Degree in Accounts or finance, Business Administration with CPA II / ACCA II or relevant accounting certification.
• Minimum of 5 years working in an accounting environment.

Skills and competencies:

• Competency in Accounting systems, Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Attention to detail and ability to multi-task. High level of integrity

PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST
(1 post) (REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/24)

Organ: EAC Secretariat
Grade: Equivalent to P2
Directorate: Planning
Reports to: Project Manager
Duty Station: Arusha, Tanzania
Main purpose of the Assignment:
The main objective of this assignment is to provide technical advice and manage all stages of the procurement process for Goods, and Consultancy Services undertaken by the EAC Secretariat with regard to the project implementation of the EAC-PSSIP. The Procurement specialist will report to the Payment Systems Specialist/ Project Manager.

Duties and responsibilities of the Procurement Specialist:
The Procurement Specialist will develop and implement a cost effective procurement management system for the EAC-PSSIP, including procurement plans in accordance with the AfDB Rules and Procedures. The duties and functions of the Procurement Specialist will include, but not limited to:

• Set up systems for procurement planning, implementation, monitoring and documentation for the EAC-PSSIP as per required standards;
• Carrying out tendering processes for procurement of goods and services in accordance with the AfDB Rules and Procedures;
• Initiation, preparation and update procurement plans in consultation with the EAC-PSSIP National Core Project Team;
• Advice the project team at all stages of procurement process to ensure that the EAC-PSSIP procurement activities are carried out in accordance with the provision of the grant agreement and the Project Appraisal Report;
• Guidance and coordination of the collection of inputs for preparing terms of reference (TORs), technical specifications, requests for proposals (RFP) and bidding documents;
• Advising the evaluation committee members in the evaluation of the bidding documents and proposals in accordance with the AfDB Rules and Procedures;
• Preparing evaluation reports and recommendations for contract awards, technical evaluation reports and combined evaluation reports, including obtaining the necessary EAC internal clearances and AfDB’s no-objection;
• Coordination and administration of preparation and issuance of General Procurement Notice (GPN), requests for Expressions of Interest, advertisements of bid opportunities, issuing bid documents to the prospective bidders;
• Provide guidance on public bid opening sessions as well as providing clarifications where necessary;
• Ensure publication of award of contract;
• Handle any complaints relating to the procurement process;
• Drafting minutes of contract and preparing contracts for signature;
• Advise on contract administration;
• Development, compilation and maintaining information on material and service costs, suppliers and products;
• Raising of Local Purchase Orders;
• Maintaining and ensuring safe custody of procurement records;
• Attend to procurement queries, disputes and complaints and report on contract awards and progress in accordance with the EAC- PSSIP; and
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Project Manager.

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Qualification and experience
To be qualified for the position, the candidate must meet the minimum required qualifications and experience:

• Must have a Master’s degree, from a recognized University, in either Procurement, Management, Economics, Business Administration, Engineering or any other related field;
• Must have professional of Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply certification (MCIPS) or other equivalent certification;
• Must have at least 10 years’ experience in executing procurement activities at national, regional or international bodies
• Must have served at Senior Procurement/ Management level
• Demonstrable understanding of the public procurement laws;
• Must be computer literate in the use of word processor, spreadsheets and any other applications used in the procurement function;
• At least 5 years proven working experience with Multilateral Development Bank (MDB) funded projects
• Working experience with AfDB funded projects is added advantage.

Other required skills and competences

• Technology Awareness: Good computer skills, including proficiency in procurement computer systems, spreadsheet, database management and Internet applications.
• Communications: Very good communication skills (spoken and written), including the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences on procurement-related matters, good negotiation skills and to prepare a variety of written documents, contracts, reports, etc. in a clear, concise style.
• Languages: Fluency in spoken and written English is required. Knowledge of other languages spoken in East Africa will be an asset.
• Technical proficiency: Good understanding of and experience in procurement management, especially in Multilateral Development Banks’ projects. Proven ability in managing processes, people and coordination across implementing teams. Substantive understanding and preferably, experience in all phases of international procurement operations and in contracting. Good working knowledge of procurement regulations/contract law and expertise in handling complex contract issues. Good negotiating skills to shape and influence agreements with vendors. Sound judgment in applying technical expertise to resolve a range of issues/problems; ability to train, transfer knowledge and develop the capacity.
• Ethics and Integrity: Must be a person of proven honesty and integrity with no criminal record, and no situation of conflict of interest, result oriented and proactive.
• Teamwork: Very good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with people in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.

CMI IT SPECIALIST (SHORT TERM STAFF)
(1 post) (REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/07)

Organ : EAC Secretariat
Grade : P2
Directorate : Planning
Reports to: Director Planning
Duty Station: Arusha, Tanzania
Job Purpose of the Job:
The CMI IT Specialist will be responsible for the maintenance of the CMI database by planning, implementing, monitoring, and improving performance of the databases and related IT infrastructure. To carry out his/her tasks, the CMI IT Specialist will be required to maintain liaison with relevant stakeholders including IT staff in the central banks, Stock Exchanges and Central Securities Depositories across the EAC Partner States, EAC Secretariat and other relevant EAC organs.

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Duties and responsibilities:

• Managing and providing support for the Capital Markets Infrastructure (CMI) information systems;
• Coordinating and overseeing smooth operations of the CMI information systems;
• Ensuring compliance to the CMI Operational rules and procedures by all participants;
• Training new users on basic CMI network functions, CMI system access and software programs as needed;
• Managing business operations continuity requests for the CMI;
• Installing and when necessary upgrading the database servers and application tools of the CMI as and when necessary;
• Plan database upgrades by maintaining, evaluating, and improving a transaction processing model of the CMI;
• Assess database performance of the CMI by developing a protocol for measurement of results and identification of problem areas;
• Regular improvement of the CMI databases, applications and network performance by monitoring their performance;
• Evaluating and resolving processing and programming problems, and designing database management tools;
• Allocating the CMI system storage and planning future storage requirements for the database systems;
• Ensuring security of the CMI databases by preparing access and control policies and procedures and facilitating implementation of the disaster recovery procedures;
• Supporting the CMI application design by contributing expertise to applications, operations, and technical support teams in the Partner States Capital Markets;
• Ensuring compliance with the CMI database vendor license agreement;
• Ensuring CMI operational safety and resilience;
• Promoting the Capital Markets integration agenda; and
• Manage the resources within the CMI Operations office.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A Master’s degree or its equivalent in Computer Science, IT and/or related fields. A professional qualification in related fields will be an added advantage e.g. Certified UNIX Administrator or Microsoft certified engineer.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience, at middle-level management or above, working in: central banks Central Depository Systems environment, Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) database environment, or Automatic Trading Systems. Experience in implementing Capital Markets Systems will be added advantage.
• Experience and demonstrated knowledge of Oracle relational database systems, database logic knowledge and report writing skills are required.
  

Skills and competencies:

• The person should have strong knowledge and experience in implementing regional Capital Markets Systems. In addition, knowledge in business reengineering and processes will be required.

REGISTRAR, EAST AFRICAN COURT OF JUSTICE

(1 post) (REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/11)

Grade: P5
Organ/Institution: East African Court of Justice
Reports to: Judge President of the East African Court of Justice
Duty Station: East African Court of Justice, Arusha, Tanzania
Main Purpose of the Job:
To provide efficient and effective management of judicial and general administration of the East African Court of Justice.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative and technical support to the Judge President and other judges
• Coordinate and administer the day to day administrative functions of the East Africa Court of Justice, including Financial, Human Resource management, procurement, etc. in accordance with the EAC rules, regulations and procedures;
• Coordinate dissemination of information, public relations activities concerning the Court and its activities and ensure that this information is made accessible to Partner States, the national courts of justice, professional associations, law societies, faculties and schools of law and the media;
• Establish and maintain liaison with other Organs of the Community
• Participate in the recruitment of Staff for the EACJ
• Supervise Court Staff
• Ensure adherence to the law in the interpretation, application and compliance with the Treaty;
• Coordinate implementation of Council decisions relating to the operation of the Court and consolidate progress and annual reports on status of implementation of the Council decisions/directives;
• Sub-Accounting officer for the EACJ by preparing and presenting the Courts budget and approving expenditures among others;
• Custodian of the seal of the Court and maintain Court records, documents and publications of the Court;
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Judge President from time to time.

Minimum Job Requirements:
Academic and Professional Qualifications:

• Applicants should be holders of a Master’s degree in Law (LLM) from a recognized University and must be qualified to hold such a high Judicial Office in their respective EAC Partner States.

Work Experience:

• Must be a qualified Lawyer registered to practice Law with a minimum of 15 years relevant experience, 8 of which should be at Senior level in a busy Court environment.

Key Competencies:

• Must be able to provide Strategic and team leadership to the EACJ team, manage diversity, write proposals and conduct Research, have good communication, presentation, conceptual, analytical, Planning, Negotiation, Networking, Judgment and decision-making skills. S/He must be Computer literate.

PRINCIPAL HEALTH OFFICER (CLINICAL RESEARCH)
(1 post) (REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/14)

Grade: P3
Reports to: Deputy Executive Secretary (Research)
Organ/Institution: East African Health Research Commission (EAHRC)
Duty Station: Bujumbura, Burundi
Main purpose of job:
The Principal Health Officer (Clinical Research) is responsible for developing and managing the clinical research function at the East African Community Health Research Commission (EACHRC). The key function of this position is to coordinate clinical research activities within the EAC Partner States in collaboration with the National Health Research and Academic Institutions in each Country with a view of ensuring that research being conducted answers the key health issues in the EAC and advises on topical areas for clinical research.

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Duties and responsibilities:

• Liaise with the Deputy Executive Secretary (Research) and the Principal Health Officer (Operational and Applied Research) to coordinate the development and implementation of health research activities and work plans in collaboration with the EAC Partner States’ National Health Research and Academic Institutions and other stakeholders and partners;
• Liaise with the Deputy Executive Secretary (Research) to develop and/or solicit for clinical research project proposals and market them to sponsors for funding;
• Provide clinical research-based technical expertise to health policy analysis and development;
• Develop clinical research materials and guidelines for presentation and distribution to health research stakeholders in the EAC Partner States;
• Perform any other relevant duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Deputy Executive Secretary (Research), the Governing Board of the East African Community Health Research Commission (EACHRC), the EAC Sectoral Council of Ministers of Health and/or the EAC Council of Ministers from time to time.

Academic qualifications and experience:

• A Master’s degree in Health Sciences. A post graduate qualification in clinical research will be an added advantage;
• Relevant working experience of at least ten (10) years in clinical research or related fields with five (5) of which must at senior level;
• Must have published at least two (2) articles in international peer review journals, with at least one (1) article as the first or lead author.

Skills and competences:

• Ability to develop integrated results oriented annual work plans and other Organization-wide activities (setting objectives, developing strategies, budgeting, developing policies and procedures, and organizing the functions necessary to accomplish the activities);
• Should have extensive and demonstrable knowledge of clinical research and the translation of results of health research into health policy and practice;
• Demonstrable competency in public health systems development, management and institution building at national, regional and/or international level;
• Demonstrated knowledge of statistical data collection and analysis and ability to systematically review published literature in clinical research and assess the quality and results of relevant published studies.
• Proficiency in computer office applications and automated statistical analytical tools and/or related packages
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Should be fluent in the English language.
• Working knowledge of French and or Kiswahili will be an added advantage.
• Excellent communication and report writing skills;
• Ability to work as a team leader and to motivate others;
• Ability to work under pressure and to deliver on the set deadlines

SENIOR PERSONAL SECRETARY
(1 post) (REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/21)

Grade: G5
Reports to: Executive Secretary
Organ/Institution: East African Community Health Research Commission (EACHRC)
Station: Bujumbura, Burundi
Main purpose of the job :
To provide effective and efficient management and Secretarial services for the smooth running of the East African Community Health Research Commission (EACHRC).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the Executive Secretary’s Office and Diary
• Provide secretarial support services to the staff of the East African Community Health Research Commission (EACHRC)
• Receive and distribute incoming correspondence and download and route electronic mail of the East African Community Health Research Commission (EACHRC).
• Type memos, letters, reports and other documents as may be required
• Arrange meetings, take and prepare meeting minutes, draft letters
• Design and develop administrative systems and policies of the Initiative
• Coordinate provision of adequate and equitable allocation of support services (human resource, logistic and administrative support) to the staff of the East African Community Health Research Commission (EACHRC).
• Maintain and update Human Resources records of the Commission.
• Supervise the provision of administrative services and logistical support to staff i.e. vehicles and office consumables and welfare
• Facilitate maintenance of vehicles, office equipment, plant and installations
• Facilitate timely procurement and delivery of goods, services and works
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Executive Management and Administration of the East African Community Health Research Commission (EACHRC).

Qualifications and Experience:

• Diploma in Secretarial Studies or equivalent. Skills in typing of at least 50wpm, and Shorthand speed of 100 wpm.
• 10 years of experience management a busy office at senior level.

Skills and Competencies:

• Proficiency in secretarial work; computing skills, knowledge of work processing and computer database programmers, administrative skills, basic accounting skills, customer care, public relations, front desk management, ability to take dictations; good command of Business English and Office practices

 

SENIOR PERSONAL SECRETARY
(1 post) (REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/20)

Grade: G5
Reports to: Executive Secretary
Organ/Institution: East African Science and Technology Commission (EASTECO)
Station: Kigali, Rwanda
Main purpose of the job:
To manage, provide and coordinate office and secretarial services in the Executive Office

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Managing the Executive Office, provide secretarial services and securing of office and information
• Providing administrative support for official travel arrangement, including itinerary arrangement, clearance, tickets and other necessary travel documents.
• Arranging for timely requisition of office supplies and stores
• Facilitating information sharing between various directorates, departments and stakeholders
• Preparing briefing materials for meetings and appointments and taking minutes.
• Receiving, attending to and directing clients and ensure good customer relations
• Managing and updating office diary, arranging for appointments and meetings and following up on deadlines, commitments made and action taken.
• Creating and maintaining appropriate record and filing sub systems for the office
• Transcribing and drafting official correspondences and memoranda
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

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Qualifications and Experience:

• Diploma in Secretarial Studies or equivalent. Skills in typing of at least 50wpm, and Shorthand speed of 100 wpm.
• 10 years of experience management a busy office at senior level.

Skills and Competencies:

• Proficiency in secretarial work; computing skills, knowledge of work processing and computer database programmers, administrative skills, basic accounting skills, customer care, public relations, front desk management, ability to take dictations; good command of Business English and Office practices

PRINCIPAL OFFICER, INNOVATION, TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT AND ACQUISITION
(1 post) (REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/16)

Grade: P4
Organ/Institution: East African Science and Technology Commission (EASTECO)
Reports to: Deputy Executive Secretary (Head of Programme Development)
Duty station: Kigali, Rwanda
Main purpose of the job:
To coordinate EASTECO’s work on Innovation, Technology Development and Acquisition to ensure the effective and efficient development, management and application of Science, Technology and Innovation in the East African Community.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Lead the development, coordination & execution of a regional innovation strategy including formulation of mechanisms for the identification, promotion and growth of special talents in Science and Technology with particular emphasis on the youth and gender parity;
• Facilitate and drive innovation outcomes with emphasis on projects that may include patentable and/or game changing solutions to solve regional development challenges as well as coordinating with other innovation groups outside the region;
• Identify opportunities for partnerships & drive development of those relationships (joint ventures, strategic partnerships, innovation accelerators, etc.);
• Identify and leverage opportunities for technological development and acquisition;
• Coordinate the design of programs/projects for the promotion, use and development of indigenous knowledge and leverage the potential of applicable research;
• Evaluate and recommend relevant new/emerging technologies and facilitate their dissemination and adoption;
• Formulate and facilitate the implementation of programs to promote regional science, technology and innovation centres and parks in the Community;
• Ensure that innovative technology solutions are communicated and demonstrated through relevant mechanisms including conferences, exhibitions and other fora;
• Work with relevant partners to develop mechanisms for management of intellectual property in the Community;
• Participate in preparation of Progress reports, work plans and budgets for the Commission.
• Perform other related duties assigned by the Deputy Executive Secretary, Programme Development.

Qualifications and experience:

• Advanced degree (at least Masters Level) in a relevant field of Science and Technology. Other relevant qualifications related to Project management and/or business management will be an advantage.
• 10+ years’ experience in Science and Technology field, science policy and/or scientific research with at least 5 years at a senior level;
• Experience in program/project planning and management and in developing project proposals;
• Knowledge of EAC partner states science, technology and innovation strengths and capabilities is a plus.

Skills and competencies:

• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks with the ability to meet stated deadlines,
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop a wide range of high-level contacts within academia, industry, government and civil society;
• Must possess analytical and problem solving skills,
• Self-starter with excellent organizational skills and a proven ability to work independently with little guidance and oversight in a fast-paced environment;
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills, able to produce clear, concise reports, and to present complex concepts to non-expert audiences;
• Reliable, positive and effective team player with a track record working in multi-disciplinary teams and delivering results through collaboration;
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for science, emerging technologies and the internationalization of science;
• Advanced skills in computer software applications.

PRINCIPAL OFFICER - SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
(1 post) (REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/15)

Grade: P4
Organ/Institution: East African Science and Technology Commission (EASTECO)
Reports to: Deputy Executive Secretary (Head of Programme Development)
Duty station: Kigali, Rwanda
Main purpose of the job:
To lead and coordinate the development and implementation of Programs and Projects in Scientific Research and Development, including monitoring the implementation of regional Science and Technology policies in order to ensure the effective and efficient development and application of Science, Technology and Innovation in the Community.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Lead the formulation of Regional Scientific Research Policies including mechanisms to safeguard the region from hazards that might result from research activities and the application of Science and Technology;
• Formulate mechanisms for promoting the further development of regional Scientific Research Centres of Excellence;
• Coordinate the design and implementation of common ethical guidelines for research and its application in the community;
• Lead and coordinate regional collaborative scientific research for the benefit of the development agenda of the Community including working with relevant partners to guide regional research objectives to target development challenges in the community;
• Identify opportunities for strategic partnerships with academia, industry, government and civil society & drive development of those relationships;
• Formulate and implement mechanisms to support the dissemination, exchange and utilization of scientific research findings, scientific information and products from scientific research in the Community;
• Assist with fundraising efforts for new regional initiatives in scientific research
• Collaborate with relevant actors to synthesize available scientific research into actionable insights and development-focused innovation concepts, and leverage the potential of applicable research;
• Liaise with relevant partners to promote and support skills development for Science, Mathematics, Engineering and Technology, with focus on the regional needs;
• Monitor and evaluate the implementation of regional (EAC) Science and Technology efforts and policies including the further development of regional indicators;
• Participate in preparation of work plans and budget for the Commission;
• Perform other related duties assigned by the Deputy Executive Secretary, Programme Development.

Qualifications and experience:

• PhD in a relevant field of Science, with additional qualifications in Research and Development;
• 10+ years' of experience working in a Scientific Research Organization with 5 years at senior level;
• Proven track record of high quality academic and/or policy publications
• Experience in data/information management and utilization of scientific research findings.
• Knowledge of technical concepts related to program planning and management, research and survey methodology;
• Experience in developing project proposals.

Skills and competencies:

• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks with the ability to meet stated deadlines;
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop a wide range of high-level contacts within academia, industry, government and civil society;
• Must possess analytical and problem solving skills,
• Self-starter with excellent organizational skills and a proven ability to work
• independently with little guidance and oversight in a fast-paced environment ;
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills in English, able to produce clear,
• concise reports, and to present complex concepts to non-expert audiences;
• Reliable, positive and effective team player with a track record working in multidisciplinary teams and delivering results through collaboration;
• Advanced skills in computer software applications.

 

SENIOR TRANSLATION, INTERPRETATION AND ADVOCACY OFFICER
(1 post) (REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/22)

Grade: P2
Reports to: Principal Curriculum Development Officer
Station: Zanzibar, Tanzania
Main Purpose of the Job:
To facilitate, coordinate and harmonize translations and interpretations to and from Kiswahili for the Partner States and other agencies and encourage the development of Kiswahili for information, education and communication functions

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Duties and Responsibilities:

• Facilitating, coordinating and harmonizing translations into and out of Kiswahili.
• Assisting Partner States to set up training centers for Kiswahili interpreters and translators
• Surveying, monitoring, harmonizing and encouraging the development of Kiswahili for information, communication and technological functions and usage
• Providing translation and interpretation services to promote the use of Kiswahili in the various EAC activities in the Partner States to enhance a common identity
• Advocating for the use of Kiswahili as the preferred language of wider communication within the community and beyond
• Promoting the use of Kiswahili in the conduct of official business and public life within the community
• Undertaking relevant studies to facilitate policy development in the specific sectors of the Commission
• Assist in timely preparation of the required departmental work plans and reports
• Enhancing a positive corporate culture and image of the Commission
• Undertaking such other activities meant to further the Commission’s objectives as may be decided from time to time

Qualifications and Experience:

• A Master’s degree in Linguistics specializing in Kiswahili or equivalent qualifications from a recognized university
• At least eight (8) years of experience, of which three (3) should be at Senior Level in a relevant field;
• Proven experience in Translation, Interpretation and Advocacy
• Ability in Program Planning, Implementation, Coordination, Monitoring and Evaluation

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong administrative and organizational skills, excellent writing and communication skills in Kiswahili, English or French and ability to work in a multi- cultural/diverse environment.

PROCUREMENT OFFICER
(1 post) (REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/17)

Grade : P1
Office : Department of Finance and Administration
Job reports to: Senior Administrative Officer
Duty Station : Zanzibar, Tanzania
Main Purpose of the job:
To develop and implement the procurement policies and processes by providing Procurement Services to EAKC.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review procurement policies of the Commission and make appropriate recommendations for consideration.
• Initiate Preparation of Annual procurement Plan for the Commission
• Maintain the Supplies Manual for the supplies staff of the Community
• Receive and review requisitions for clarity and adequacy of specifications/ to ensure that bidders will be able to respond to the quotation appropriately
• Receive and process purchase requisitions from user departments
• Group the requests and into homogeneous categories and identify sources of supply
• Originate tender documents for approval
• Advice user departments on procurement guidelines in areas such as drawing specifications and terms of reference right.
• Prepare minutes and reports of procurement committee meetings
• Initiate draft notification of awards and regret letters
• Prepare procurement transactions and provide a liaison link between suppliers and user departments
• Follow-up and expedite deliveries
• Carry out inspections to assess utilization and control of supplies
• Update and maintain a database of suppliers
• Update and maintain records of all procurement transactions
• Initiate preparation of annual procurement report.
• Forward certified invoices to Finance department for payment
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Management from time to time

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/ Procurement and Supplies or equivalent.
• Minimum of five years of relevant practical experience in the field of Procurement for Goods and Services .

Skills and Competencies:

• The ideal candidate should demonstrate competence in use of standard Computer applications such as Ms Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Good Customer Relations, Negotiation skills, effective Communication and Report writing skills. Excellent written and Verbal communications in English and Kiswahili. Proficiency in the application of IT systems such as SUN systems/ SAP or Oracle Financials will be an added advantage

 

Eligibility for applications:
Applicants from all EAC Partner States are eligible to apply for the above position.

Terms and Conditions of Service:
The above position is tenable for a contract of five (5) years renewable once.
This position is subject to the application of the Quota System.

Fringe Benefits:
The established posts offer attractive fringe benefits including housing allowance, transport allowance, education allowance, a medical scheme, and insurance cover.

Education Qualifications:
All candidates applying must have qualifications that are recognized by the relevant national accreditation body in their respective Partner State. This condition is applicable for locally and internationally attained qualifications.

All professions that require registration with specific professional bodies will be expected to be in compliance with such requirements .

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Relevant Working Experience:

Internship, training, and apprenticeship will not be considered as relevant work experience. 

Equal Opportunity:

The EAC is an equal opportunity employer; therefore, female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. EAC will only respond to those candidates who strictly meet the set requirements.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates who meet the qualification and experience requirements for the above mentioned position are advised to :

• Fill in the application form attached (download from here);
• attach their application letter, a detailed CV, Copies of certified academic certificates, and a copy of National Identity Card or Passport in PDF format scanned in one (1) file.
• Please quote the respective reference number on both the application letter and envelope.
• For electronic submission, please quote the respective reference number on the subject of the email and send to the address given below.

Applications should be submitted to the address below not later than Friday, 18th November, 2022.

Please note:

1. You may submit your application either electronically or in hard copy but not both.

2. Applications which do not :

• have EAC application form;
• indicate nationality and age;
• have the reference number;
• or have an application letter attached;
• have certified copies of their academic degrees and other professional Certificates;
• or fail to provide three referees will be disqualified.

3.  Only qualified candidates will be contacted

4.  EAC Staff Rules and Regulations preclude considerations of applicants above 55 years of age.

Please note that EAC does not require candidates to pay money for the recruitment process. All invitations for interviews will be done in writing.

A due diligence will be conducted for all successful candidates in respect of their academic certificates (certification by a recognized higher education body in the respective Partner States) and employment records.

The Secretary General,
East African Community,
P. o Box 1096,
Arusha - Tanzania.
Tel: +255 27 2162100
Fax: +255 27 2162190