Ministry Of Finance Public Financial Management Advisor Job Vacancy in Tanzania

Job Title: Public Financial Management Advisor – 1
Post- Re-Advertised

Place: Ministry Of Finance (PFMRP – PHASE IV)

REPORT TO: Programme Manager

Objective
· The PFM Adviser is to provide technical advice and support to the Permanent
Secretary Treasury and at operational level the DSPFM at the MoF, in leading
and coordinating the implementation of the PFMRP in accordance with the vision,
goals and strategy set out in the Strategy.

Purpose And Scope Of The Job
· The PFM advisor will mainly be responsible for capacity building and
providing technical support for delivery of PFMRP outputs.

Responsibilities And Duties
Provide the Programme with technical advice on strategy, organization,
management, inputs and implementation of the PFMRP and ensure informed and
agreed adjustments are carried out as necessary
To analyze, advise and monitor planned outcome of PFM interventions
Supporting Component Managers in implementing activities by providing technical
advice to develop TORs, RFP and BOQs – i.e. performing a quality assurance role
at both the formulation and contact management stages. This will relate
especially to the timing and initiation of entire procurement processes.
Ensure planned PFM interventions are accurately technically prioritized and
sequenced
Maintain regular liaison with the Components Implementing the various KRAs and
provide appropriate technical advice to ensure milestones are being achieved in
line with the laid down action plan and implementation of M&E framework
Developing the technical capacity of Commissioners, Directors and Component
Managers, through mentoring and coaching as they focus on implementing PFMRP
activities and identifying capacity gaps and recommending interventions
including training requirement for staff to ensure effective management of the
programme
Guide and assist the development of papers, periodic reports and documents
needed to support Joint Steering Committee decisions on PFMRP implementation
To provide technical advice on financial management issues and accountability
related to PFM reforms
Be the main interface on all the external assessment with the main stakeholders
(PEFA, CPAR, Fiduciary risk assessments)
Perform any other duties which are relevant for the Program successful
implementation as may be directed by the Programme Coordinator.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Masters degree /Post-graduate diploma in either Finance, Business
Administration or Management
Should have at least ten (10) years experience in major PFM reforms of which at
least seven (7) should be international experience in PFM programmes and
projects.
Knowledge of contemporary developments in public sector financial management
reforms from a comparative perspective; an awareness of issues and complexities
involved in the financial management of the reform process, including design,
monitoring and co-ordination of the same
Proven track record and knowledge of current developments in management
techniques particularly as they relate to the design and delivery of PFM reform
programmes
Substantive experience in undertaking capacity building activities in PFM
including leadership activities on strategic management on revenue
mobilization, policy analysis, planning and budget management
Familiarity with, and an understanding of financial management and development
problems of least developed countries, gained through having worked in such
situations
Excellent analytical, communication skills and a clear ability to draft reports
in a lucid and succinct style appropriate for the readership
Proven knowledge and skills in Management Information System (MIS).
Excellent skills with good working experience in Financial Management.
Sound knowledge and skills in Public Expenditure and Financial Accountability
(PEFA) procedures and scoring process and Public Expenditure Review (PER).
Sound experience in using Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) as tool for
Government planning, budgeting and reporting

KEY ATTRIBUTES
· Substantive knowledge in Public Financial Management;
· Ability to work independently with minimum supervision;
· Fluent spoken and written English and Kiswahili languages;
· Good interpersonal skills;
· Be result oriented and self motivated; and
· Ability to work as a team

TENURE: Contract (2 years renewable)

REMUNERATION: Attractive salary (Negotiable)

NB: GENERAL CONDITIONS
i. All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania and not above 45 years old,
however, should also observe the age limit for each position where indicated.
ii. Applicants must attach an up-to-date current Curriculum Vitae (CV) having
reliable contact postal address, e-mail address and telephone numbers.
iii. Applicants should apply on the strength of the information given in this
advertisement.
iv. The title of the position and institution applied for should be written in
the subject of the application letter and marked on the envelope; short of
which will make the application invalid.
v. Applicants must attach their detailed relevant certified copies of Academic
certificates:
– Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma/Certificates.
– Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced Diploma/Diploma transcripts.
– Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates.
– Computer Certificate
– Professional certificates from respective boards
– One recent passport size picture and birth certificate.
vi. FORM IV AND FORM VI RESULTS SLIPS ARE STRICTLY NOT ACCEPTED
vii. Testimonials, Partial transcripts and results slips will not be accepted.
viii. Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the
CV will necessitate to legal action
ix. Applicants for senior positions currently employed in the public service
should route their application letters through their respective employers.
x. Applicants for entry levels currently employed in the Public Service should
not apply, they have to adhere to Government Circular Na. CAC. 45/257/01/D/140
dated 30th November 2010.
xi. Applicants who have/were retired from the Public Service for whatever
reason should not apply.
xii. Applicants should indicate three reputable referees with their reliable
contacts.
xiii. Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by Tanzania
Commission for Universities (TCU)
xiv. Dead line for application is 2nd May, 2013 at 3:30 p.m
xv. Applicants with special needs/case (disability) are supposed to indicate
xvi. Women are highly encouraged to apply
xvii. Only short listed candidates will be informed on a date for interview
xviii. Application letters should be written in Swahili or English
xix. APPLICATION LETTERS SHOULD BE POSTED TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS. HAND
DELIVERY IS NOT ACCEPTABLE: