CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN TRADE & REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT - 3/16/2015

TradeMark East Africa (TMEA) is funded by a range of development agencies with the aim of growing prosperity in East Africa through trade.  We believe that enhanced trade contributes to economic growth, a reduction in poverty and subsequently increased prosperity. TMEA works closely with East African Community (EAC) institutions, national governments, business and civil society organisations to increase trade by unlocking economic potential through:

• Increased market access;
• Enhanced trade environment; and
• Increased product competitiveness.

TMEA has its headquarters in Nairobi with branches in Arusha, Bujumbura, Dar es Salaam, Juba, Kampala and Kigali.  We are looking for high calibre, results-oriented and experienced professionals to join our team in the positions detailed below.  

COUNTRY DIRECTOR - BURUNDI 

The Country Director (CD) is responsible for managing the Burundi Programme and delivering quality results of this portfolio in line with TMEA’s Project Cycle Management (PCM) guidelines, as well as managing and maintaining strategic relationships with government, the private sector, civil society and the donor community. In addition, the CD is responsible for managing the country team staff to ensure best practice of programme delivery is followed in line with TMEA corporate guidelines, procedures and systems.

The ideal candidate will possess an undergraduate degree preferably in Economics, Development Studies, International Trade, Planning, Finance or Management. A post-graduate degree in a related field will be an added advantage. S/he should have a minimum of 10 years management experience (3 of which should have been gained in Southern and East African countries) in managing economic development co-operation programmes preferably in regional integration, trade facilitation, trade and investment climate reform, transport sector development, and/or institutional reform for Department for International Development (DFID), the European Commission (EC), the World Bank group and/or other development partners. S/he should have demonstrated strong programme cycle management skills, proven ability in preparing terms of reference and project documents and possess monitoring and evaluation skills. In addition, the role requires practical experience in project financial management, financial modelling and project information system maintenance.

DIRECTOR, AUDIT & ASSURANCE

The Director of Audit & Assurance is responsible for the quality and performance of internal auditing within TMEA. S/he will provide independent and objective assurance to the Audit Committee of the Board and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) on the overall adequacy and effectiveness of TMEA’s arrangements for governance, risk management, and internal control. The Director of Audit & Assurance has free and unfettered access to both the Chair of the Audit Committee and the CEO at all times.

The ideal candidate will possess a relevant undergraduate degree with qualified professional membership of an internal audit or accountancy body. S/he will have at least 10 years’ relevant work experience in a busy work environment; a successful track record in internal audit management and participation in the formulation of audit objectives, policies and strategies. S/he will have a proven track record of influencing, giving professional advice to and building effective and productive working relationships with senior managers and those engaged in managing risks and other assurance providers.      

Detailed job profiles for these posts can be accessed on our websitewww.trademarkea.com. These positions are available on contract to 30 June 2016 with the possibility of renewal. Please apply online throughhttp://www.trademarkea.com/work-with-us/  by Friday, 27 March 2015, 5.00pm East African time and ensure that you attach your cover letter and detailed CV, including your qualifications, experience, and present position. Your application should also include names and addresses of three referees, a working e-mail address and daytime telephone contacts. Interviews will be conducted in May 2015 in Nairobi, Kenya.

Please note that we will only consider applications received on-line through the link provided above. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted. We reserve the right to accept or reject any application. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

TradeMark East Africa is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to open and transparent recruitment processes.