– (REF: EAC/HR/2012/30)
Grade: Professional Staff P2 equivalent
Department: Agriculture and Food Security
Reports to: Principal Agricultural Economist
Duration of Contract: One (1) year
Station: East African Community (EAC) Headquarters, Arusha, Tanzania
Main purpose of the job
To provide technical support to the implementation of EAC Food Security activities/initiatives in
accordance with the EAC Food Security Action Plan.
Duties and responsibilities
1.1 Oversee the implementation of the EAC/USAID Agricultural Support Program (2011-2014) to
improve food security in the region;
1.2 Analyze the current policies and regulations limiting cross border trade in agricultural sector;
1.3 Prepare policy briefs related to the improvement of security in the EAC region.
1.4 Assist in the organization and facilitation of relevant technical meetings workshops; and
1.5 Prepare Project progress report and submission through agreed reporting format.
Qualifications and experience:
Post-graduate university degree, in economics, agricultural economics other related disciplines
with focus on the areas of policy analysis, trade and marketing. Working experience of 5 to 7
years of progressively responsible post-graduate experience in implementing policy, trade and
markets projects in EAC member countries, analyzing agricultural policy, trade and market related
issues; conducting independent research on economic and policy issues related to the
agricultural sector.
Skills and Competencies:
Excellent drafting ability, particularly in preparing reports that are clear and concise and
intelligible on technical issues; communication skills, both oral and written. Proficiency in
Microsoft office tools and statistical software. Fluency in oral and written English.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
This is a non-established position supported by donor funds whose contract terms and conditions
are limited to the availability of funds.
The above position will be subjected to the EAC quota system.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should submit their applications by registered mail, courier service, e-mail
or dispatch together with Curriculum Vitae, copies of both academic and professional certificates
and testimonials, names and addresses of three referees, and day time telephone contact to:
The Secretary General
East African Community
P.o Box 1096
Arusha – Tanzania.
Fax No: 007 27 2502455/2504481
E-mail: vacancies@eachq.org
To be received not later than 27 April 2012.
Female Candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.