Principal Legal Officer - Risk Management, Good governance and Compliance

The Tanzania Electric Supply Company (TANESCO) is focusing on increasing the outreach and service quality of its Energy products for Tanzania people. Next to its current passion as a leading provider of electricity and to be more efficient customer focused utility for Tanzania and beyond. The Company has the largest electricity generation, transmission and distribution network in Tanzania. In order to reach its goals, the Company will, in the coming years invest heavily in its generation, transmission and distribution network, its business systems and human capital. TANESCO now invites applicants from serious, self-motivated, and honest, hardworking and committed individuals to fill the under-mentioned at Tanesco Head Office.





PRINCIPAL LEGAL OFFICER – RISK MANAGEMENT, GOOD GOVERNANCE AND COMPLIANCE

( 1 POST)


POSITION OBJECTIVE

Monitor and check whether the activities of the Company complies with the legal requirements, and institutional principles, to manage risks in the company, and promote Good Governance.


Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Specifically you will be responsible for ensuring that you:

• To identify risks and how to manage them regarding all company activities.

• Ensure all statutory requirements are adequately and timely adhered to,

• Ensure issues of corporate good governance are observed by inducing and monitoring the good governance working ethics within the company.

Key Knowledge, Experience and Skills you must posses

• A good Bachelor degree in Law

• A registered member of the TANGANYIKA Law Society

 At least 3 years of working experience in a recognised legal firm or institution

• Makes realistic, practical, value-based decisions

• Prioritizes work and uses time efficiently

• Plans ahead to ensure that resources are available in time

• Excellent verbal and written communication.

• Must be Computer literate

OTHER ATTRIBUTES FOR ALL POSITIONS

The ability to learn fast and adapt to change easily, and have the ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines.

REMUNERATION

An attractive compensation package base on performance and consummate with the responsibility will apply to the successful candidates. All positions terms of employment are performance based fixed contract.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in the position, apply by sending a brief application letter, clearly stating why you should be considered for the position and how you will add value. With the letter, concise curriculum vitae should be enclosed showing briefly your achievement /accomplishments for you to deserve to be considered for the position. Electronic applications are accepted.


Applications should reach the undersigned not later than 14 days after initial appearance of this advert.


SENIOR MANAGER HUMAN RESOURCES,

TANESCO LTD UMEME PARK,

UBUNGO P. O BOX 9024

DAR ES SALAAM

Att.Email: hrg.humanresources@tanesco.co.tz