EPZA EXPORT PROCESSING ZONES AUTHORITY

THE EXPORT PROCESSING ZONES AUTHORITY (EPZA)

The Export Processing Zones Authority Programme in Tanzania was established in 2002 following the enactment of the Export Processing Zones Act, 2002. The scheme promotes export oriented investment within designated zones aimed at creating international competitiveness for export-led economic growth. The programme offers a range of attractive fiscal, physical and procedural incentives to ensure lower cost operations, faster set up and smoother operations.

5.1 DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT - 1 POST - RE-ADVERTISED

5.1.1   REPORTING: Reports to the Director General of EPZA.

The Director of Planning and Development will head the Technical and Planning and Research units and will be responsible for coordinating development and maintenance of

EPZ and SEZ sites. She/he will also be responsible for preparation of EPZA’s long and short term plans, periodic reporting of the Authority’s performance and for coordinating researches relevant to improving the Authority’s performance.

5.1.2   DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Head of the Planning and Development directorate;

• Chief advisor of the Director General in all matters related to Infrastructure Development, Research, Planning and Reporting;

• Coordinating the acquisition of the EPZ/SEZ earmarked land across the Country.

• Coordinating physical planning and development of EPZ/SEZ infrastructure and utility services.

• Coordinating the management and efficient functioning of EPZA’s owned Industrial parks

• Maintaining effective working linkages with relevant Ministries and other institutions to facilitate implementation of EPZ/SEZ projects.

• Keeping abreast of trends in the fields of research, planning and marketing and recommending policies and programs to meet changing circumstances in EPZs and SEZs.

• Coordinating  preparation  of  strategic  plans,  annual  work  plans, budgeting  and
preparation of quarterly and annual reports.
• Planning,    developing    and    implementing    strategies    and    monitoring    tools    for
performance management of the Authority
5.1.3 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Masters   of   Business   Administration   in   Project   Management   or   Finance   from   a
recognized Institute.


• A degree in Civil Engineering or Urban Planning will be an added advantage.

• At least (8) years proven experience in a reputable organization, three (3) of which in a Senior Management position.

5.1.4 AGE LIMIT: Applicant should be between 35 and 45 years of age

5.1.5 REMUNERATION

Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution’s salary scale EPSS


NB: GENERAL CONDITIONS

i. All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania and not above 45 years old, however, should also observe the age limit for each position where indicated.

ii. Applicants must attach an up-to-date current Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable contact postal address, e-mail address and telephone numbers.

iii. Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this advertisement.

iv. The title of the position and institution applied for should be written in the subject of the application letter and marked on the envelope; short of which will make the application invalid.

v. Applicants must attach their detailed relevant certified copies of Academic certificates:

- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma/Certificates.

- Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma transcripts.

- Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates.
- Computer Certificate

- Professional certificates from respective boards

- One recent passport size picture and birth certificate.

vii. FORM IV AND FORM VI RESULTS SLIPS ARE STRICTLY NOT ACCEPTED

viii. Testimonials, Partial transcripts and results slips will not be accepted.

ix. Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the CV will necessitate to legal action

x. Applicants for senior positions currently employed in the public service should route their application letters through their respective employers.

xi. Applicants  for  entry  levels  currently  employed  in  the  Public  Service  should

not apply, they have to adhere to Government Circular Na. CAC. 45/257/01/D/140 dated 30th November 2010.

xii. Applicants who have/were retired from the Public Service for whatever reason should not apply.

xiii. Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable contacts.

xiv. Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)

xv. Dead line for application is 31th October, 2012 at 3:30 p.m
xvi. Applicants with special needs/case (disability) are supposed to indicate

xvii. Women are highly encouraged to apply

xviii. Only short listed candidates will be informed on a date for interview

xix. Application letters should be written in Swahili or English

xx. APPLICATION LETTERS SHOULD BE POSTED TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS. HAND DELIVERY IS NOT ACCEPTABLE:

Secretary OR Katibu
Public Service Recruitment Sekretarieti ya Ajira katika
Secretariat, Utumishi wa Umma
P. O. Box 63100 S. L. P 63100,
DAR ES SALAAM. DAR ES SALAAM.