Head of Marketing and Corporate Affairs , TIB Development Bank Limited

TIB Development Bank Limited (formerly Tanzania Investment Bank Limited) was established by an Act of Parliament in 1970 as a Development Finance Institution (DFI) to provide development financing through the provision of short, medium and long term financing. Following implementation of the first phase of the Government Financial Sector Reforms and the enactment of the Banking and Financial Institutions Act of 1991, TIB was licensed to operate as a non-bank financial institution. In August 2005 the government undertook to transform the bank back into a profitable and sustainable Development Finance Institution offering both long-term finance and equity, providing technical assistance and support services, while also acting as a conduit for official development assistance and special development government funds.

In this regard, activities of TIB Development Bank have specifically expanded and the bank now invites applications from suitable, qualified and skilled persons to fill the following available vacancies:

Nature and scope

The successful candidate shall report to the Director of Strategic Planning and Corporate Affairs. He/she will be responsible for marketing, protocol issues, coordinating bank's publicity, corporate communication including overseeing the maintenance of good relations between the bank and its clients as well as the general public and media houses.

Duties and Responsibilities

Market existing bank products & services and carry out market surveys in order to identify new business opportunities/areas.

Formulate and implement appropriate marketing plans in order to attain set objectives.

Formulate and implement corporate communication plan both internally and externally.

Oversee all protocol issues relating to handling of visitors including VIPs from within and outside the country ensuring all necessary logistics are in place including hotel reservations and preparation of information bulletin on hotel accommodation.

Prepare and service the bank's high level meetings and conferences and ensure venues, timetables, meeting/conference badges and name plates are properly coordinated and prepared.

Organize functions including, dinners and cocktail parties, arrange photographs and coordinate procurement of gifts and souvenirs for the visitors.

Design, publish and distribute various service promotion aids such as brochures, leaflets, calendars, press releases, business leaflets and website aimed at promoting the bank's products and image.

Take part in formulating bank strategy policies and procedures to match with customer's taste and behavior.

Establish and maintain a contact with individuals and organizations that have been identified as key business influences by developing and managing the bank's relationship with business associates, government ministries/departments/agencies, embassies and the public observing all protocol matters.

Monitor local media, analyze and review news and business events to inform management of significant developments and identify emerging future issues that might impact on bank's image.

Liaise with news media including issuance of press release and responding to media inquiries concerning the bank, organize and arrange news conference, press launches, exhibitions and trade fairs, present the bank, and act as the first line bank's spokesperson at a community and other public events.

Lodge and closely follow up applications for residence/work permits for guests and consultants employees of the bank, and ensure smooth receipt and dispatch of the bank guests and consultants on their travel to and out of Tanzania.

Carry out any other related duties as may be assigned by the Director of Strategic Planning and Corporate Affairs.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

Bachelor Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Public Relations or related discipline from a recognized University/Institution.

At least five (5) years working experience in a bank or financial institution with at least two (2) in a senior position.

Knowledge of bank products, services and delivery channels applicable to the market served.

Excellent and well developed interpersonal and organizational skills.

Strong written and communication skills with ability to write documentation in a concise and focused style.

Must be a team player, very self motivated and able to manage and prioritize work load with minimum supervision.

Should have computer skills.

Possession of a Master's degree will be an added advantage.

Application Instructions:

Qualifying candidates should apply in writing to or lodge their applications at the address below, enclosing:

An application letter showing how they meet the post's requirements.

Comprehensive curriculum Vitae.

Copies of relevant certificates and awards.

Contact address including telephone number(s) and/or email address(s) if available.

Names and full addresses of three referees.

Managing Director

TIB Development Bank Limited

Mlimani City Office. Park Building No.3 Sam Nujoma Road

P.O. Box 9373

Dar es Salaam

Fax: +255222411122

Area: Dar Es Salaam
Application Deadline: Apr 24, 2013