Applications are invited from suitably qualified nationals of member states to fill the following positions at the MEFMI Secretariat in Harare, Zimbabwe. :
1) Programme officer - Public Debt Institutional Development and CS-DRMS
2) Programme Officer – Public Debt Management Strategies and Policies
3) Programme Officer - Payments, Clearing and Settlement Systems and Monetary Policy Implementation.
4) Accounts Assistant
5) Secretary/ Receptionist
6) Driver/ Messenger
1. Programme Officer - Public Debt Institutional Development and CS-DRMS
2. Programme Officer - Public Debt Management Strategies and Policies
Reporting to the Director Debt Management Programme, the incumbents will be responsible for:
• Planning, designing, implementing and monitoring debt management capacity building activities in the MEFMI region.
• Assessing and updating member states’ capacity building needs in Debt Management.
• Contributing to MEFMI’s Strategic Planning processes.
• Planning and reviewing member states’ project documents and plans for Debt Management.
• Conducting regional and in country capacity building programmes.
• Preparing the Departments annual work plans and related budgets for capacity building activities.
• Participating in joint country missions with partner institutions.
• Contributing to MEFMI’s publications (e.g. MEFMI Forum) and writing and contributing to reports (quarterly, annual, back to office and Fellows).
• Developing, contributing and reviewing debt management manuals and policy documents for member countries.
• Networking with peers, member states, debt management officials and cooperating partners.
• Participating in the selection, assessment and accreditation of Fellows and development of regional trainers in Debt Management.
• Monitor inputs into MEFMI database of programme activities.
• Planning, monitoring and implementing capacity building activities in debt management including legal and Institutional reforms and CS-DRMS for the MEFMI region (For the Programme Officer on Public Debt Institutional Development and CS-DRMS).
• Advising member states on the strengthening of legal and institutional arrangements and adoption of best practice in sovereign debt management.
• Developing material on and implementing the Distance/ E-Learning Programme.
Requirements
Applicants for the above two positions are expected to have:
• At least a Masters degree in Economics or Finance.
• Five years experience in broad Sovereign Debt Management and in the macroeconomic or financial management field.
• Practical experience in computer based debt management systems.
• Practical experience in public debt analysis.
• Proven teaching/training/capacity building and consultancy and presentation skills.
• A sound understanding of Debt Sustainability Analysis Methodologies and Medium Term Debt Strategy Formulation Tools would be essential for the Programme Officer, Public Debt Strategies and Policies.
3. Programme Officer – Payments, Clearing and Settlement Systems and Monetary Policy Implementation
Reporting to the Director Financial Sector Management Programme, the Programme Officer will carry out the following duties:
• Planning, developing, preparing and coordinating capacity building activities in payment, clearing and settlement systems and monetary policy implementation.
• Planning and preparing annual departmental work programmes, budgets and reports and other related materials;
• Identifying and updating training and capacity building needs in the area of expertise;
• Designing and structuring courses, workshops, seminars and country missions, conducting regional and in-country capacity building programmes.
• Contributing to MEFMI’s publications (e.g. MEFMI Forum) and writing and contributing to reports (quarterly, annual, back to office and Fellows).
• Monitor inputs into MEFMI database of programme activities.
• Participating in the selection, assessment and accreditation of Fellows and development of regional trainers in Debt Management.
• Review operational documents ( manuals, policies and guidelines) in the area of expertise for member countries to ensure that they are in line with best practices
• Liaising with central bank officials, technical cooperating and networking partners;
• Coordinating Financial Sector Programme activities with multilateral and development institutions such as IMF, World Bank, BIS, UNDP and regional institutions.
• Disseminating recent technical knowledge and practical tools in the field of expertise and customizing best practices from international organizations for the benefit of member states;
• Providing advice and suggestions on problems identified in the area of payment, clearing and settlement systems and monetary policy implementation.
Requirements
• At least a Masters degree in either Finance and Banking, IT & Communications, Commerce, Economics, Business Administration, or any other relevant equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. A professional qualification in finance/payment systems will be an added advantage.
• At least five (5) years of relevant experience in a functional area with emphasis on payment systems
• Experience in policy formulation and in developing, implementing and monitoring activities within the payment, clearing and settlement area.
• Hands on experience and deep technical knowledge of large value and retail payment systems and their oversight;
• Knowledge of electronic payment systems and their oversight;.
• Good knowledge of monetary policy implementation (open market operations – OMOs) and
conversant with indirect tools of monetary policy and how they work;
• Not less than five (5) years experience in at least one of the other key specialty areas of foreign exchange reserves management, domestic financial markets development and/or financial institutions supervision tools.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Strong written communication skills in English.
4. Accounts Assistant
Reporting to the Accountant, the Accounts Assistant will be responsible for:
• Preparing vouchers for payments daily.
• Initiating payments for approval.
• Receipting and depositing all money received.
• Requesting transfer confirmations from the bank.
• Posting all receipts and payments in the computerized cashbook daily.
• Carrying out monthly Bank reconciliations.
• Assisting auditors to retrieve documents and explain transactions where necessary.
• Filing all invoices and payment vouchers daily.
• Attend to payment queries from suppliers of goods and services.
• Stores maintenance and issuing of stock items to members of staff.
• Monthly stock reconciliations.
Requirements
• ‘O’ level passes including English Language and Mathematics or Accounts.
• Diploma in Accounting or equivalent.
• Knowledge and practical experience of computerized accounting systems.
• Knowledge of the Pastel Accounting system will be an added advantage.
• Practical experience in the use of Microsoft Office.
• At least 3 years proven practical accounting and book-keeping experience.
• Experience in a regional or international organization will also be an added advantage.
5. Secretary/ Receptionist
Reporting to the Human Resources Officer, the Secretary/Receptionist will be responsible for:
• Receiving and directing MEFMI visitors.
• Receiving and directing incoming mail and dispatching outgoing mail.
• Recording all incoming mail including faxes received and outgoing calls.
• Word processing of documents including reports, faxes, memos,
• Editing and proof reading typed documents.
• Procuring goods and services for departmental staff.
• Travel and logistical arrangements for staff.
• Preparing event budgets and making payments to staff and resource persons and participants.
• Undertaking reconciliation of costs on completion of events.
• Inputting information into the MEFMI activity database.
• Drafting routine correspondence.
• Checking outgoing correspondence signed by superiors to ensure accuracy and completeness of attachments.
Requirements
• 5 ‘O’ level passes including English, Mathematics/Accounts/Commerce
• Full Secretarial Diploma and Receptionist qualification.
• 3 years experience in secretarial and receptionist work.
• Proven experience in the use of computers using Windows, Word, Excel, Power Point, Email and Internet.
• Good command of written and spoken English. Knowledge of Portuguese will be an added advantage.
Benefits
The successful candidates for positions 1-5 above will be appointed on fixed term contracts at an attractive remuneration package which includes a tax free salary paid in US dollars and which is competitive with other similar international organizations.
6. Driver
Reporting to the Human Resources Officer, the incumbent will be responsible for providing safe and reliable driving services to MEFMI staff and clients. His/her duties will involve;
• Driving MEFMI staff and clients as required.
• Ensuring security of the passengers and valuables including the vehicle.
• Ensuring proper maintenance of the vehicle through timely changes of oil, checks on tyre pressure, water and cleanliness of vehicle etc.
• Arranging for minor and major service repairs of the vehicle.
• Reporting any incidents, accidents or defects on the vehicle.
• Maintaining an up to date vehicle log book, recording accurate details of mileage, trips and purchases of fuel and oils.
• Undertaking messenger duties (such as mail collection and delivery, payment of bills etc) and general office duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
• Courteous and safe driving.
• Good English communication skills, both oral and written.
• Knowledge of protocol.
• Ability to work weekends and overtime as required.
• Sober character.
Qualifications and Experience
• 5 Ordinary Level passes including English Language and Mathematics.
• Valid and clean class 2 and 4 driver’s licence.
• Valid Defensive Driving Certificate.
• Ten (10) years driving experience including Executive driving.
• At least 40 years old
• Experience in working for Embassies and/ or International Organizations would be an added advantage.
Benefits
The successful candidate for the Driver post will be appointed on fixed term contract at an attractive remuneration package which includes a salary paid in US dollars and which is competitive with other similar international organizations. The salary will be liable to the Zimbabwe Government income tax and NSSA.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Applicants for the above vacancies should submit written applications, clearly stating the position applied for, accompanied by a detailed CV with names and addresses (including telephone, fax and e-mail) of three referees to be received by 31 August, 2011.
MEFMI is an equal opportunity employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applications should be sent to:
The Executive Director
MEFMI
9 Earls Road
Alexandra Park
P.O Box A1419
Avondale
Harare
ZIMBABWE
Email: capacity@mefmi.org
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
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