CONTRACTS AND COMPLIANCE OFFICER Job at Precision Air Services Plc

Precision Air Services Plc is a fast growing private Tanzanian airline which operates in Partnership with Kenya Airways, with its strategies to expand wings beyond East Africa and Africa.

In order to keep our services at a higher level and meet our customers’ maximum satisfaction

We wish to invite applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill in this challenging position.

Position: CONTRACTS AND COMPLIANCE OFFICER
Reporting to: CHIEF LEGAL COUNSEL
Duration: THREE (3) YEARS


ROLE:

• Provides accurate and comprehensive legal advice, legal representation and legal services to the Company;

• Implements, assists, and supports the work functions of the department in meeting company targets, securing and preserving company interests;

• Perform duties assigned by the Department head.


QUALIFICATION AND COMPETENCE REQUIREMENTS:
• Bachelor of Laws degree (LL.B)

• Knowledgeable and experienced Corporate Legal practice in tanzania (legal aspects of: Banking, Company, Finance, Insurance, international contracts, tax and international taxation)

• Background with an international or regional financial institution or auditing firm [for added advantage]

• Advocate of the High Court of Tanzania [for added advantage]

• Knowledgeable and experienced in corporate litigation in the High Court Commercial Division, Tax Tribunals, Fair Competition Commission [for added advantage]

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• A high level of concentration and organisation

• Ability to multi task, prioritise and manage competing demands;

• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team

• Computer literate and experienced in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)

• Excellent communication skills in Kiswahili and English (written and verbal)


• Friendly, professional, enthusiastic and keen to understand about company operations and funtions

• Pays attention to details and keen eye for quality management of work
• Responsible and accountable for own actions

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Prepares, reviews, and finalises contracts for and on behalf of the company
• Prepares and processes compliance documentation accurately in a timely manner

• Performs due diligence on regulatory compliance for the company

• Providing timely advice and performs specific requests for review, merging or update on contracts

• Assist the department head in contract management and regulatory compliance issues
• Develop and Maintain register and database of company contracts

• Develop and Maintain register and database of company licenses
• Observant of professional etiquette, ethics and conduct
• Performs other duties as and when assigned by department head

CLOSING DATE:

Not later than 21st July, 2014

MODE OF APPLICATION:

If you feel you meet the above requirements please send your application and CV to the address below with name of 3 referees (2 of which must be persons with direct knowledge of your practicing experience). Only short‐listed applicants will be contacted.

Director of Human Resources and Administration

Precision Air Services Plc

Mail Box 70770

Dar es Salaam

Tanzania

E‐mail:pwrecruit@precisionairtz.com