Job Opportunity at EAC, Executive Secretary

Job Opportunity at EAC, Executive Secretary

 Exciting job opportunities

The East African Community (EAC) is a regional intergovernmental organization of the Republic of Kenya, the Republic of Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, the Republic of Rwanda, the Republic of Burundi, and the Republic of South Sudan, headquartered in Arusha, Tanzania.

EAC's mission is to expand and deepen economic, political, social, and cultural integration to improve the quality of life for the people of East Africa through increased competitiveness, value-added production, trade, and investment.

This is an exciting opportunity for highly motivated and results-oriented professionals who are citizens of EAC partner countries (Burundi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, and South Sudan) to apply for the next position in the East Africa Swahili Commission.

Executive Secretary (one position)

(REF: EAC/HR/2020-21/30)

Grade: D1

Reports to: The Council of Ministers through the Authority

Body/institution: East Africa Swahili Committee

Duty Station: Zanzibar, United Republic of Tanzania

The main purpose of the work:

The Executive Secretary is the executive director and accountant of the Swahili Commission. The main objective of the work is to promote and coordinate the development and use of the Swahili language for regional unity and sustainable socio-economic development in the EAC partner countries.

Duties and responsibilities:

1. Responsible for the general management of the Commission in the fulfillment of its mandate established in the Protocol;
2. Coordination of policy formulation on sustainable development and management of the Swahili language;
3. Coordination of the mobilization of resources for the various programs and projects of the Authority
4. Initiate and monitor the implementation of the strategic framework;
5. Coordination and implementation of partnership agreements between UNHCR and development partners;
6. Preparation and harmonization of EAC positions in Swahili;
7. Develop work plans, budgets and monitor programs for the work of the authority.
8. Strengthen operational links with other similar regional and international agencies and institutions;
9. Initiate studies and investigations related to the execution of the Authority's programs.
10. Together with the Deputy Executive Secretary for Financial and Administrative Affairs, provide guidance and technical support to the Sector Council of Ministers and take the corresponding follow-up actions as decided or instructed by the Sector Council;
11. Promote a positive institutional image of the East African Community in general and the Swahili Commission in particular;
12. Perform other related functions that are established in the protocol assigned by the Directory.

Key qualifications and experience:

Master of Arts (Linguistics) or equivalent degree from a recognized university.

At least 15 years of experience in linguistic research or academic areas, eight (8) of which must be at a senior management level.

Skills and competencies:

• Excellent leadership and people management skills;
• Very strong conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Demonstrated ability to research and publish;
• Excellent communication skills (oral, written, and presentation) in both Swahili and English;
• Experience in networking and creating and maintaining strategic partnerships has demonstrated high-level negotiation skills.
• Mastery of Microsoft Office applications.
• Fluency in Swahili at a high level.

Eligibility to apply:

Only applicants from the Republics of Burundi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, and South Sudan are eligible to apply for the above position.

Terms and Conditions of Service:

The above position is valid for a five-year, non-renewable contract.

This position is subject to the application of the quota system.

Additional benefits

The jobs created offer attractive fringe benefits including housing allowance, transportation allowance, education allowance, medical plan, and insurance coverage.

Educational Qualifications:

All applicants must have qualifications recognized by the relevant national accreditation body in their partner country. This requirement applies to qualifications obtained nationally and internationally.

All professions requiring registration with designated professional bodies are expected to do so in accordance with the requirements of their partner countries.

Related work experience:

Education, training, and apprenticeships will not be considered relevant work experience.

Equal opportunities:

EAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer; Therefore, female candidates are especially encouraged to apply. EAC will only respond to those candidates who strictly meet the specified requirements.

How to apply:

Interested candidates who meet the qualifications and experience requirements for the above position are encouraged to:

Fill in the attached application form (download  here);

Please attach the letter of application, detailed CV, copies of approved academic transcripts, and a copy of your national identity card or passport in scanned PDF format in one (1) file.

Include the reference number on both the request letter and the envelope.

For electronic submission, please indicate the reference number in the subject of the email and send it to the address provided below.

This is a reformulated position; However, candidates selected after the June 11, 2021 announcement are not required to reapply.

Applications must be submitted to the address below no later than Friday, February 11, 2022.

keep in mind:

1. You can submit your application electronically or on paper, but not both.

2. Applications that do not:

You have an EAC application form;

indicate nationality and age;

you have the reference number;

attach a letter of request;

have certified copies of their academic and other professional certificates;

or fails to provide three referees who will be disqualified.

3. Only qualified candidates will be contacted

4. The East African Community (EAC) Staff Rules and Regulations exclude consideration of applicants over 55 years of age.

Please note that EAC does not require candidates to pay money for the recruitment process. All invitations for interviews will be made in writing.

Due diligence will be carried out for all successful candidates regarding their academic qualifications (certificate from a recognized higher education body in the respective partner countries) and employment records.

Secretary-General

East African Community

P. or Box 1096

Arusha-Tanzania.

Phone: +255 27 2162100

Fax: +255 27 2162190

Email: vacancies@eachq.org

Website: www.eac.int