1.0 MINISTRY OF FINANCE (PFMRP - PHASE IV)
1.1 BACKGROUND
The
Government has been undertaking public finance management reforms since 1998
through phases. This has evolved through PFMRP PHASE I: 1998 – 2004, PFMRP
PHASE II: 2004- 2008 and PFMRP PHASE III: 2008- 2011
1.1.1 OBJECTIVE AND FOCUS OF THE PFMRP PHASE IV
The
primary objectives of PFMRP IV is to focus on promoting public service delivery
through strengthening cross-cutting PFM functions, enforcing good financial
governance, accountability and sound professional practices, and enforcing
compliance with the legal and regulatory framework related to PFM. The PFMRP IV
is also addressing
administrative and organizational gaps identified in previous Phases and
embarking on implementation of a prioritized and sequence activities in achievement
of milestones developed in line with the M&E Results Framework.
Phase
IV is designed to attain a more effective and efficient budget formulation,
implementation and control in order to contribute to broad-based economic
growth in a sequenced manner. The PFMRP IV aims at strengthening and improving
public finance management, focus will be in the five key result areas namely:
Revenue Management; Planning and Budget Management; Budget Execution,
Transparency and Accountability; Budgetary Control and Oversight and; Change
Management and Programme Monitoring and Communication.
The
implementation cycle of phase IV starts from July, 2012 up to June, 2016. This
phase is intended to achieve both short term and medium term results while
ensuring that synergies and sequencing are maintained to attain realistic
results in the medium and long term.
1.3 PUBLIC
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ADVISOR – 1 POST- RE-ADVERTISED
1.3.1
REPORT
TO: Programme Manager
1.3.2
OBJECTIVE
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The
PFM Adviser is to provide technical advice and support to the Permanent
Secretary Treasury and at operational level the DSPFM at the MoF, in leading and coordinating the implementation of
the PFMRP in accordance with the vision, goals and strategy set out in the
Strategy.
1.3.3
PURPOSE
AND SCOPE OF THE JOB
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The
PFM advisor will mainly be responsible for capacity building and providing
technical support for delivery of PFMRP outputs.
1.3.4
RESPONSIBILITIES
AND DUTIES
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Provide
the Programme with technical advice on strategy, organization, management,
inputs and implementation of the PFMRP and ensure informed and agreed
adjustments are carried out as necessary
· To analyze, advise and monitor planned
outcome of PFM interventions
· Supporting
Component Managers in
implementing activities by
providing
technical
advice to develop
TORs, RFP and
BOQs - i.e.
performing a quality
assurance role at both the formulation and contact
management stages. This will
relate especially to the timing and initiation of entire
procurement processes.
· Ensure
planned PFM interventions are
accurately technically prioritized
and
sequenced
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Maintain
regular liaison with the Components Implementing the various KRAs and provide
appropriate technical advice to ensure milestones are being achieved in line
with the laid down action plan and implementation of M&E framework
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Developing
the technical capacity of Commissioners, Directors and Component Managers,
through mentoring and coaching as they focus on implementing PFMRP activities
and identifying capacity gaps and recommending interventions including training
requirement for staff to ensure effective management of the programme
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Guide
and assist the development of papers, periodic reports and documents needed to
support Joint Steering Committee decisions on PFMRP implementation
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To
provide technical advice on financial management issues and accountability
related to PFM reforms
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Be
the main interface on all the external assessment with the main stakeholders
(PEFA, CPAR, Fiduciary risk assessments)
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Perform
any other duties which are relevant for the Program successful implementation
as may be directed by the Programme Coordinator.
1.3.5
QUALIFICATIONS
AND EXPERIENCE
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Masters
degree /Post-graduate diploma in either Finance, Business Administration or
Management
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Should
have at least ten (10) years experience in major PFM reforms of which at least
seven (7) should be international experience in PFM programmes and projects.
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Knowledge
of contemporary developments in public sector financial management reforms from
a comparative perspective; an awareness of issues and complexities involved in
the financial management of the reform process, including design, monitoring
and co-ordination of the same
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Proven
track record and knowledge of current developments in management techniques
particularly as they relate to the design and delivery of PFM reform programmes
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Substantive
experience in undertaking capacity building activities in PFM including
leadership activities on strategic management on revenue mobilization, policy
analysis, planning and budget management
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Familiarity
with, and an understanding of financial management and development problems of
least developed countries, gained through having worked in such situations
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Excellent
analytical, communication skills and a clear ability to draft reports in a
lucid and succinct style appropriate for the readership
·
Proven
knowledge and skills in Management Information System (MIS).
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Excellent
skills with good working experience in Financial Management.
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Sound
knowledge and skills in Public Expenditure and Financial Accountability (PEFA)
procedures and scoring process and Public Expenditure Review (PER).
·
Sound
experience in using Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) as tool for
Government planning, budgeting and reporting
1.3.6
KEY
ATTRIBUTES
·
Substantive
knowledge in Public Financial Management;
·
Ability
to work independently with minimum supervision;
·
Fluent
spoken and written English and Kiswahili languages;
·
Good
interpersonal skills;
·
Be
result oriented and self motivated; and
·
Ability
to work as a team
1.3.7
TENURE:
Contract (2 years
renewable)
REMUNERATION: Attractive salary (Negotiable)
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.
vi. FORM IV AND FORM VI RESULTS SLIPS ARE
STRICTLY NOT ACCEPTED
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vii. Testimonials, Partial transcripts and
results slips will not be accepted.
viii. Presentation of forged academic
certificates and other information in the CV will necessitate to legal action
ix. Applicants for senior positions
currently employed in the public service should route their application letters
through their respective employers.
x. 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.
xi. Applicants who have/were retired from
the Public Service for whatever reason should not apply.
xii. Applicants should indicate three
reputable referees with their reliable contacts.
xiii. Certificates from foreign Universities
should be verified by Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)
xiv. Dead line for application is 02nd
May, 2013 at 3:30 p.m
xv. Applicants with special needs/case
(disability) are supposed to indicate
xvi. Women are highly encouraged to apply
xvii. Only short listed candidates will be
informed on a date for interview
xviii. Application letters should be written
in Swahili or English
xix. APPLICATION LETTERS SHOULD BE POSTED
TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS. HAND DELIVERY IS NOT ACCEPTABLE:
Secretary
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