The East African Community (EAC) is the regional intergovernmental
organization of the Republic of Kenya, the Republic of Uganda, the United
Republic of Tanzania, the Republic of Rwanda and the Republic of Burundi
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.
This is an exciti
ng opportunity for highly motivated and result-driven
professionals who are citizens of East African Community Partner States
(Burundi, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda) to apply for the following
position:
SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCE OFFICER– (REF: EAC/HR/2014-2015/008)
Grade: P2
Reports to: Principal Administrative Officer
Organ/Institution: East African Kiswahili Commission
Station: Zanzibar, United Republic of Tanzania
Position Summary
To implement the Commission’s Human Resource strategies, policies and
procedures in line with the EAC Staff Rules and Regulations
Duties and Responsibilities
• Advise on understanding, interpreting and implementing the Commission’s
Human Resource Policies and procedures in line with the EAC Staff Rules and
Regulations;
• Coordinate the recruitment and separation processes and facilitate the
process of staff discipline;
• Ensure the existence of and coordinating welfare programs;
• Maintain and updating the Commission’s Human Resource database;
• Coordinate staff development programs;
• Manage the Commission’s payroll;
• Manage the Commission’s staff leave roster; and
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Principal Administrative Officer.
Key Qualifications and Experience
• Master’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration,
Public Administration, Social Sciences or equivalent qualifications from a
recognized University
• Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in similar position with three
(3) years at middle level management
Skills and Competencies
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (listening and
questioning, written and presentation);
• Excellent planning and coordination skills;
• Very strong skills in effectively, guiding and counselling diverse staff;
• Knowledge of computerized Human Resource Management Systems.(Inspiro
People)
Duration of Contract: Five (5) years, renewable once.
Terms and Conditions of Service
All positions are subject to the application of the Quota System while the
Drivers positions under the General Support Staff category are subject to
recruitment under local terms and from the host country only.
Fringe Benefits
All posts offer attractive fringe benefits including housing allowance,
transport allowance, education allowance, a medical scheme, and insurance
cover. These benefits are only for established positions.
Education Qualifications
All candidates applying must have qualifications that are recognised 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 countries. Examples include: Accountants, Auditors, Engineers,
Procurement Specialists, and Medical Personnel.
Relevant Working Experience
Relevant working experience in this regard refers to post highest required
education work experience. Internship, training, apprenticeship and
clerkship will not be considered as relevant work experience. The same will
apply for any experience attained before professional certification where
relevant.
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
If you believe you are the right candidate for the above positions, send
your application, detailed curriculum vitae, photocopies of academic
certificates, and names and contact details of three referees.
Please quote the respective reference number on both on 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 no later than Monday,
10th November 2014.
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
academic certificates; or fail to provide three referees will be
disqualified.
The Director,
Executive Selection Division
Deloitte Consulting Limited 10th Floor PPF Tower
Cnr of Ohio Street & Garden Avenue:
P O Box 1559 Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania Fax +255(22) 2116379
E-mail: esd@deloitte.co.tz www.deloitte.com