EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The East African Community is a regional intergovernmental organization comprising the Republic of Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, the Republic of Kenya, the Republic of Rwanda, Republic of South Sudan, Republic of Uganda and the United Republic of Tanzania 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 (Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Uganda and Tanzania) to apply for the following position tenable at East African Community-Secretariat.
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.
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.
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 the specific professional bodies will be expected to do so in compliance with the requirements of their respective Partner States.
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
Candidates who have already applied for this position are required to re-apply
Please note:
1. You may submit your application either electronically or in hard copy but not both.
2. All Applications MUST STRICTLY:
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- have EAC application form, CV, application letter, ID ;
- indicate nationality and age;
- have the job reference number;
- have certified copies of their academic degrees and other professional Certificates;
- provide referees.
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 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
E-mail: vacancies@eachq.org
Website : www.eac.int
