EAST AFRICAN COMMUNITY
JOB ADVERTISMENT
The East African Community is a regional intergovernmental organization comprising theRepublic of Burundi, the Republic of Kenya, the Republic of Rwanda, the United
Republic of Tanzania, Republic of Uganda and the Republic of South Sudan with its
Headquarters in Arusha, Tanzania.
The EAC mission is to widen and deepen economic, political, social and cultural
integration to improve the quality of life of the people of East Africa through increased
competitiveness, value added production, trade and investments.
The Article 71 (1)(i) of the treaty mandates the Secretariat to be responsible for the
mobilization of funds from Development Partners (DPs) and other sources for
implementation of the projects of the community. Consequently, the Partnership Fund
(PF) was established in 2006 to coordinate and channel contributions by DPs to support
projects and programs geared towards regional integration and socio-economic
development as well as facilitate harmonization and alignment of their support to the
EAC.
This is an exciting opportunity for highly motivated and result-driven professionals
preferably citizens of East African Community Partner States (Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda,
United Republic of Tanzania, Uganda and South Sudan) to apply for the following
positions tenable at East African Community-Secretariat.
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT OFFICER - PARTNERSHIP FUND
(REF: EAC/HR/2016-17/17)
GRADE: Professional Staff Category (P1 Equivalent)
REPORTS: Partnership Fund Manager
FUNDING: Partnership Fund
MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
Under the direct supervision of the Partnership Fund Manager, the Programme Officer
will support and facilitate the management and implementation of Partnership Fund
activities and delivery of its services in line with EAC Rules and Regulations, in close
collaboration with the Officers implementing the activities and within the timeframe,
work plans, and budget of the project.
Support EAC Secretariat in the day-to-day functioning of the Partnership Fund;
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Assist in the preparation of Annual Work Plan based on approval of the priorities by
steering committee;
2. Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual progress reports and organize,
correspondingly, monthly, quarterly and annual progress reviews of Partnership fund;
3. Organize Partnership Fund Steering Committee meetings (Preparation, facilitation
and documentation);
4. Assist in implementation of the Resource Mobilisation strategy and specifically
recruiting more donors to the fund;
5. Perform other duties as required by the Partnership Fund Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in Management possibly specialized in project/strategic management
or equivalent degree from a recognized Univesity/Institution. A Master’s degree will be
an added advantage.
A minimum 5 years of relevant work experience in programme/project management,
Funds management, fundraising proposal development and reports writing;
SKILLS AND COMPETENCES
Sound knowledge and experience in all aspects of project cycle Management (design,
implementation, monitoring & evaluation); Proven experience in partnership building and
networking- That’s is prior experience dealing with diversified Donors/Developmental
Partners; Advanced computer skills and strong knowledge of various software including
Excel, PowerPoint and Word; Demonstrated skills in report writing. Ability to
communicate clearly in written and spoken English.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE FOR ALL THE ABOVE
MENTIONED POSITIONS:
The assignment will be on a performance-based contract for initial period of one year
which may be renewed subject to performance and availability of funds. The above
positions offer attractive salary.
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS:
All candidates applying must have qualifications that are recognized by the relevant
national accreditation body in their respective Countries. This condition is applicable for
locally and internationally attained qualifications.
All professions that require registration with the specific professional bodies will be
expected to do so in compliance with the requirements of their respective Partner States.
RELEVANT WORKING EXPERIENCE:
Internship, training and apprenticeship will not be considered as relevant work
experience.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:
The EAC is an equal opportunity employer; therefore, female candidates are particularly
encouraged to apply. EAC will only respond to those candidates who strictly meet the set
requirements.
HOW TO APPLY:
Interested candidates who meet the qualification and experience requirements for the
above mentioned positions are advised to send their applications, detailed curriculum
vitae, photocopies of academic certificates, names and contact details of three referees,
and copy of National Identity Card, or Birth Certificate or Passport showing date of birth.
Please quote the respective reference number on both the application letter and envelope.
For electronic submission, please quote the respective reference number on the subject of
the email and send to the address given below.
Applications should be submitted to the address below not later than 23rd December
2016 at 1700Hrs.
Please note:
1. You may submit your application either electronically or in hard copy but not
both.
2. Applications which do not: indicate nationality and age; the reference number; or
have an application letter attached; have certified copies of their academic degrees
and other professional Certificates; or fail to provide three referees will be
disqualified.
3. Only qualified candidates will be contacted
4. EAC Staff Rules and Regulations preclude considerations of applicants above 55
years of age.
EAC does not require candidates to pay money for the recruitment process. The only
source of information for the above positions is on the link www.eac.int . The EAC
declines the responsibility for the information gotten from other websites. All invitations
for interviews will be done in writing.
The Secretary General,
East African Community,
P. o Box 1096,
Arusha - Tanzania.
Tel: +255 27 2162100
Fax: +255 27 2162190
E-mail: vacancies@eachq.org
Website : www.eac.int