The EABC, the body for private sector in the East African Community, was founded in 1997 and now has 147 members. EABC’s vision is to be an effective change agent fostering an enabling business environment leading to competitive, export-led, integrated and sustainable economies in East Africa. EABC has positioned itself as a privileged policy dialogue partner and now aims to build on its achievements.
To this end, from March 2011 EABC begun implementing a 4 year Project supported by African Capacity Building Foundation (ACBF); under the project “Deepening private sector participation in East African’s Economic Integration Process”. The overall objective of the project is to support EABC to promote and influence creation of competitive business environment in the region. To achieve the objectives, EABC would like to fill the following two vacant positions to be based at EABC Offices in Arusha, Tanzania.
(1)Policy Analyst:- Role and Responsibilities Under the overall guidance of the Executive Director and reporting to the Program Manager, the Policy Analyst will have the overall responsibility of analysing EAC and other relevant policies as well as preparing position papers for presentation to policy makers during policy dialogue.
Requirements:
A Master Degree or a PhD in Economics; Policy Analysis; Social Sciences; International Trade Law or any other relevant field. A first degree in combination with five years and above qualifying experience will be considered in lieu of the advanced degree.
A minimum of three years of progressive experience in policy research and analysis working with member based organization; civil society and other advocacy group. .Knowledge of the EAC regional integration process and private sector priorities are key assets.
Policy analysis is a key competence compounded with policy research and strong analytical skills. Preparation of analytical papers and policy position papers is a must. Good English written and spoken communication skills.
Position is open to all East Africans from(Burundi, Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania).
(2) Administrative Assistant Role and Responsibilities. Under the overall guidance of the Executive Director and reporting to the Program Manager, the Administrative Assistant will have the overall responsibility of providing administrative and secretarial support to the Project and the Secretariat. Requirements:
A diploma in business administration or any other relevant field is acceptable
A minimum of two years of progressive experience in office administrative work is essential Good English written and spoken communication skills.
This position is open to Tanzania nationals only.
Please note, detailed Terms of Reference (ToRs) for the two positions can be downloaded from the attachments below.
How to Apply:
1. Your application must include a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the requirements outlined in the ToRs and a detailed CV.
2. The application should be emailed to recruitment@eabc-online.com Hard copy applications shall not be accepted 3. EABC is an equal opportunity employer.
4. Closing date for applications is Mid-Night; Sunday, 30th April 2011. Under no circumstances will applications be accepted after this date and time.
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| Policy Analyst-Detailed TORs.doc | 90 KB |
| Administrative Assistant-Detailed TORs.doc | 119 KB |
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