TCRA JOBS AUGUST 2013

The Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA), a quasi independent Government Body established under the Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority Act No.12 of 2003 to regulate communications and broadcasting sectors in Tanzania, hereby invites applications from suitably qualified Tanzanians to fill the following vacant post in its establishment:-

Internal Auditor, Information Systems

Job Purpose

To conduct audits of the Authority’s information systems III! to ascertain the adequacy of internal controls

Person Specifications

A: Essential

Qualifications

A Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent in Accounting/ Auditing AND Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor. (CIA),  Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or  equivalent

Experience

A minimum of three years post qualification relevant  experience in Auditing and Information Technology in a reputable organization.

Skills and abilities

Strong decision making skills.

 Problem Solving Skills.

Negotiation skills.

Strong analytical skills.

Strong experience with internal auditing principles and practices, including Control Objectives for Information and related Technology (COBIT)

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interface with multiple groups and levels of personnel

Strong planning, project management and organizational sk'ills with an ability to balance multiple priorities.

Ability to work independently as well as operate and contribute in a team environment

Ability to maintain sensitive and proprietary information in a confidential manner

Ability to prioritize and execute on various projects.

Desirable

Postgraduate qualifications in Accounting Information System, Management Information Systems or business related fields

Duties and Responsibilities

Reports to theSenior Internal Auditor

Evaluates Information Systems reliability, security and integrity including Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Plans.

Evaluates the adequacy of internal controls in Information Systems

Provides advice on IT controls and Security at all stages of systems development, from design to post implementation or as required by Management.        

Prepares audit findings data sheets and time reports.

Observes actual practices and evaluate operating techniques to identify existing and potential problem areas.

Identifies causes or contributing factors relating to findings and recommend possible solutions or improvements.

Reviews and appraises soundness, adequacy and application of operating controls as well as promoting effective controls at reasonable cost in computerized systems.

Evaluates data compiled during information systems audits and prepare report opinion of findings and recommend corrective action.

Assists in providing IT related assistance to other Internal Auditors and training on effective use ofCAATS.

Asses risk for multiple IT functions: mainframe, database, in-house applications, ERP applications and network infrastructure.

Participates in general IT and application control reviews - identify potential risks and ways to mitigate risk.

Performs any other duties as may be assigned by Supervisor.

General Terms and Conditions of Service

Term of Office: The post carries a competitive remuneration package as per the approved salary structure of the TCRA;

Other terms and conditions of service are as will be promulgated in Staff Circulars; and the Staff and Financial Regulations of the Authority.

Legal Requirement:All officers of the Authority are required to observe the Code of Conduct made under Section 10. - (1) of the TCRA Act 2003; observe provisions of Sections 11 of the Act relating to Conflict of interest; and Section 12. - (2) Of the Act relating to employment and/ or financi~1 interest with any of the regulated service providers.

Senior Risk Management Officer I 

Job Purpose

To implement corporate policies and procedures that help ensure that effective safety, security, regulatory compliance, and risk management programs and practices are in place.

Person Specifications

Essential

Qualifications

A Bachelors Degree or Equivalent (preferably in business, economics, risk management, science, engineering, or mathematics) and professional certification in Risk Management and;

A Masters Degree in Information and Communication Technologies; Telecommunications Economics, Industrial economics, Statistics, Natural sciences, Business Administration or related fields.

Experience

A minimum of six years post qualification experience in risk management in a reputable organization ;

Experience in risk and control function, e.g. Enterprise Risk Management, Operational Risk / Compliance, Quality Assurance, Internal Audit or Control and ;

Experience in strategic management, organizational change management, Company reorganization/restructuring etc.

Skills/Abilities

Ability to think strategically

Excellent analytical, communication and facilitation skills Ability to organize and motivate staff

Ability to work with all levels of management

Capability to accumulate, summarize and interpret risk reports from business units

Previous experience in auditing' and risk management Ability to work as part of a team

IT literate

Team player and demonstrated leadership ability and creativity

B: Desirable

Active membership in Auditing, IT and/or risk management professional bodies

Certification in CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, CISM, CPA etc. added advantage

Demonstrated experience in risk management in a reputable organization

Experience working in utility regulation industry

Experience in communications industry

Duties and Responsibilities:

Reports to the Manager, Planning, Research and Risk Management Unit

Assists the manager to develop processes and procedures which provide a framework for the assessment and evaluation of the Authority's risk exposure related to safety, physical security, data security, regulatory compliance, operations, accounting, finance, and other risks as may be determine

Follows up, analyzes and reports communications regulatory, market, economic, technological and financial trends and provide early warning reports on potential emerging threats.

Performs risk analysis for new projects supervisory methodologies, products, processes and systems;

Undertake periodic reviews on compliance issues;

Ensure that risk-management is integrated in all aspects of risk across the Authority

Identifies risk management skills gap among stakeholders and advise on how to address the deficiency

Monitors the implementation of risk response strategies;

Works with risk owners to ensure that the risk management ~ processes are implemented in accordance with agreed risk I management policy and framework t

Follows up on regular risk reports and implementation of risk management plans

Collates, aggregates, interprets and analyzes risk reports from the whole Authority and compiles required reports

Consults with risk champions to ensure that risk management function is understood and implemented according to the Authority's , mandate .

Carries-out an assessment of the Authority risk culture;

Advises the Manager Planning, Research and Risk Management on the Authority's risk management related issues.

Principal Research Officer II

Job Purpose

To provide support to the Manager, Planning, Research and Risk Management in coordinating, developing, conducting and managing high- quality and innovative research in Information and Communications Technologies and related fields.

Person Specifications A: Essential

Qualifications

A Masters Degree in Information and Communication Technologies; Telecommunications Economics, Statistics, Natural Sciences, Business Administration or equivalent.

Experience

A minimum of five years post qualification experience in research work demonstrated by possession of at least three public publications in peer reviewed Journals

Skills/ Abilities

Excellent analytical skills;

Excellent command of English and Kiswahili languages;

Advanced knowledge of data analytic techniques using various soft ware’s such as SPSS, MaxDa, Stataand SAP as well as micro l computer applications (Microsoft word, excel, PowerPoint etc.) and the internet;

Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a team player;

Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and manage delicate tasks;

Results and performance-driven with commitment to realization of the Authority’s Strategic objectives;

Proactive, attention to detail, ability to work under pressure

B: Desirable

A PhD in ICT related field or postgraduate qualifications in ICTs Policy and Regulation

Duties and Responsibilities

Reports to the Manager, Planning, Research and Risk Management Unit

Assists the Manager in implementation of the research function in the Authority and sector at large; liaises with universities and research institutions and solicit their collaboration in research aimed at promotion of information and communication technologies; conducts studies with the objective of identifying the impact of sectoral policies and legislation on private sector participation in investment and service provision in the sector; conducts economic studies and industrial surveys on emerging technologies collects, analyzes and evaluates statistical data and information on economic and social factors which affect the communications sector; performs other related duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor.

Application Instructions:

All applications including copies of relevant certificates and latest O/s should be addressed to the undersigned so as to reach him not later than 16th August 2013. The 0/ should include addresses of two referees one of them being the current or latest employer. The post applied for should be clearly marked on top of the envelope. TCRA is an equal opportunity employer.

Director General,

Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority,

 P.O. Box 474,

Dar Es Salaam