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, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda) to apply for the following position:Ref: EAC/HR//2014-2015/016
Professional Staff Category: P1
Reports to: Principal Resource Mobilization Officer
Organ/Institution: EAC Secretariat
Station: EAC Secretariat, Arusha, Tanzania
Position Summary: The EDF Project Officer will serve as the focal point for coordinating the entire process of developing the EAC 11th EDF sub-Envelope. He/she will report to the EAC Principal Resource Mobilization Officer and will work collaboratively with the all Sectors, all Technical Division Chiefs and the EAC Monitoring and Evaluation Unit.Coordinate the process of developing the projects in the EAC 11th EDF sub regional envelop;Organize and facilitate the regional and national stakeholder consultation workshops to identify and develop project pipelines and AFs;Manage and supervise/backstop consultants and short term experts recruited to support the EAC to develop the outputs for the EAC sub envelope (PIFs, AFs and TAPs);Be one-stop desk for all information needs for the development of the EAC sub envelope and to respond to queries related to the process of developing the 11th EDF EAC sub envelope;Prepare progress reports and update on the process of developing the EAC 11th EDF projects;Responsible for managing and coordinating all EDF programmes at EAC.Key Qualifications and ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Social Sciences or equivalent qualification from a recognised university;Master’s Degree in any of the following fields: Project Management, Economics, Sociology, Planning, Business Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognised universityFive (5) years’ experience in programme/project management, funds management, fundraising proposal development and reports writing at regional and/or international level.Sound experience in all aspects of project management cycle (design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation);Strong skills in: proposal and reports writing; budget preparation and management; and monitoring and evaluation;Proven experience in teamwork, networking, building sustainable business partnershipsWorking knowledge of procedures and regulations of the European Union Donors / Developmental Partners;Excellent communication skills (speaking, report writing and presenting in English).Proficiency in Microsoft Office applicationsHigh organizational and planning; analytical and problem solving skills;Work experience in European Development Fund (EDF) programmes and procedures.Strong experience in resources mobilizationDuration of Contract: One year renewable, based on performance and availability of funds
Terms and Conditions of Service: All positions are subject to the application of the Quota System while the Drivers positions under the General Support Staff category are subject to recruitment under local terms and from the host country only.
Fringe Benefits: All posts offer attractive fringe benefits including housing allowance, transport allowance, education allowance, a medical scheme, and insurance cover. These benefits are only for established positions.All candidates applying must have qualifications that are recognised by the relevant national accreditation body in their respective countries. 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 countries. Examples include: Accountants, Auditors, Engineers, Procurement Specialists, and Medical Personnel.
Relevant working experience in this regard refers to post highest required education work experience.
Internship, training, apprenticeship and clerkship will not be considered as relevant work experience. The same will apply for any experience attained before professional certification where relevant.
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.If you believe you are the right candidate for the above positions, send your application, detailed curriculum vitae, photocopies of academic certificates, and names and contact details of three referees.
CLICK HERE to download the EAC Job Application Format
Please quote the respective reference number on both on 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 no later than Monday, 10th November 2014.
1. You may submit your application either electronically or in hard copy but not both.
2. Applications which do not: indicate nationality and age; the reference number; or have an application letter attached; have certified copies of academic certificates; or fail to provide three referees will be disqualified.
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