Exciting Career Opportunity in Trade & Regional Development
TradeMark East Africa (TMEA) is funded by a range of development agencies with the aim of growing prosperity in East Africa through trade.
We believe that enhanced trade contributes to economic growth, a reduction in poverty and subsequently increased prosperity.
TMEA works closely with East African Community (EAC) institutions, national governments, business and civil society organisations to increase trade by unlocking economic potential through:
- Increased market access;
- Enhanced trade environment; and
- Increased product competitiveness.
TMEA has its headquarters in Nairobi with branches in Arusha, Bujumbura, Dar es Salaam, Juba, Kampala and Kigali.
We are looking for high calibre, results-oriented and experienced professional to join our team in the position detailed below.
Programme Manager, Export Capability
The Programme Manager (PM) will be responsible for the effective establishment and delivery of
market development programming under the key outcome of Improved Export Capability in line
with TMEA project documents and the overall TMEA Theory of Change (TOC).
The ideal candidate will possess an undergraduate degree in Economics, Political Science, International Development, International Trade, Finance, Business Administration, Enterprise Management or other relevant field. A post-graduate degree in a related field will be an added advantage.
S/he should have a minimum of 8 years’ experience in implementing or supporting the implementation of projects, strong technical track record in developing and managing private sector development programmes and ability to apply those principles with MSMEs, good familiarity with market development and value chain programming.
Strong stakeholder coordination and communications skills are essential.
The Programme Manager will be responsible for the effective establishment and delivery of market development programming under the key outcome of improved export capability in line with TMEA project documents and the overall TMEA Theory of Change (TOC).
The ideal candidate will possess an undergraduate degree in Economics, Political Science, International Development, International Trade, Finance, Business Administration, Enterprise Management or other relevant field. A post graduate degree will be an added advantage.
S/he should have a minimum eight (8) years’ experience in implementing or supporting the implementation of projects, strong technical track record in developing and managing private sector programmes and ability to those principles with MSMEs, good familiarity with market development and value chain programming. Strong stakeholder coordination and communication skills are essential.
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Strategic Objective Leader for Improved Business Competitiveness, the Programme Manager (PM) will be responsible for the effective establishment and delivery of market development programming under the key outcome of Improved Export Capability in line with TMEA project documents and the overall TMEA Theory of Change (TOC).
The work will contribute directly to TMEA’s third Strategic Objective (SO3) of Improved Business Competitiveness It will be developed within a framework of key market systems of logistics and infrastructure, standards, services and technology and will link with supplementary work being done on enhancing the efficiency of trade logistics under SO3.
Development of the programming will be phased, initially addressing the potential of landlocked national value chains for significant scaling up to a regional level and supporting export capacity development for SMEs and women-led businesses.
The PM will play a central part in managing the programme’s technical and financial performance and will serve as primary liaison between partners, stakeholders and TMEA.
Programming will focus on improving the ability of firms to produce goods of sufficient quality and quantity; the availability and quality of services that support trade and technology that facilitates the production of goods and services.
A specific focus will be required to address the key needs of the landlocked countries of the EAC that experience disproportionately significant costs and times of transportation.ck record in developing and managing private sector development programmes and ability to apply those principles with MSMEs, good familiarity with market development and value chain programming. Strong stakeholder coordination and communications skills are essential.
How to Apply
The position is available on contract to 30 June 2016 with the possibility of renewal.
Please CLICK HERE to apply online by Friday, 25 September 2015, 5.00pm East African time and ensure that you attach your cover letter and detailed CV, including your qualifications, experience, and present position.
Your application should also include names and addresses of three referees, a working e-mail address and daytime telephone contacts.
Interviews will be conducted in October 2015 in Nairobi, Kenya.
Please note that we will only consider applications received on-line through the link provided above.
Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.
We reserve the right to accept or reject any application.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
TradeMark East Africa is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to open and transparent recruitment processes.
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