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MAXCOM AFRIKA EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES - SEP 2014

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Maxcom Africa Limited is an ICT Integration Company owned by native Tanzanians based in Dar es Salaam. Maxcom is among companies vetted by the Commission of Science and Technology (COSTECH) and operates under the commissions ICT incubator (Dar Teknohama Business Incubator -
DTBI). Maxcom Africa Ltd vision is to facilitate the transformation of African economy from cash based to electronic wallet based economy and increasing access and use of financial transactions over wireless networks. Maxcom Africa Limited provides and equal opportunity and fair treatment in employment regardless their race, colour, gender, religion, age or disability. The company seeks to appoint dedicated, self motivated and highly organized and qualified candidates for
different positions within Tanzania.

1. HEAD OF QUALITY ASSURANCE AND CUSTOMER SERVICE ( 1 POST)
Job Purpose: Assures quality products and processes by establishing and enforcing quality standards
of Maxcom Africa Ltd products are consistent and meets both external and internal requirements.
Responsibilities:
• Establishes quality and reliability standards by studying product and consumer requirements with
other members of management and with production operators, technicians, and engineers.
• Establishes in-process product inspection standards by studying manufacturing methods; devising
testing methods and procedures.
• Establishes standards for the disposition of finished product by devising evaluation tests,
methods, and procedures.
• Establishes rework standards by devising inspection and physical testing methods and procedures.
• Establishes product quality documentation system by writing and updating quality assurance
procedures.
• Maintains product quality by enforcing quality assurance policies and procedures and government
requirements; collaborating with other members of management to develop new product and
engineering designs and manufacturing and training methods.
• Prepares product and process quality reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing
information and trends.
• Completes quality assurance operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees;
following up on work results.
• Maintains quality assurance staff job results by coaching, training, counseling, and disciplining
employees; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing
professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Achieves financial objectives by preparing the quality assurance budget; scheduling expenditures;
analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed and monitoring
performance.
Skills: People Management, Analyzing Information , Reporting Research Results, Technical
Understanding, Promoting Process Improvement, Developing Standards, Managing Processes,
Manufacturing Methods and Procedures, Dealing with Complexity, Problem Solving, Process
Improvement
Requirement:
• Bachelor Degree in ICT or relevant qualification
• Quality professional with 5+ years of experience with related experience
• Experience in Quality Control.
• Extensive knowledge of quality compliance regulations and industry practices.
• Ability to critically evaluate and troubleshoot complex problems is essential.
• Strong hands on leadership and management skills.
• Ability to absorb, digest and relate detailed scientific, quality, and regulatory information.
• Well-organized and detailed oriented professional, with strong verbal and written communication
skills.
• Need to be ready to live and embrace the values of the company.

HOW TO APPLY:
Interest candidates must attach the following:
(1) Application letter (Specify the position or/and Region and advert code number MA/2014)
(2) Current Curriculum Vitae with three referees include from your previous employer.
Uncompleted application will not be considered. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Applicants are invited to submit their application letters and resumes via email only to:recruitment@elitecareers.co.tz
CLOSING DATE FOR THESE APPLICATIONS IS: October 4th, 2014.

Source: Daily news of 22 September 2014

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2. HEAD OF RISK MANAGEMENT AND INTERNAL AUDITS (1 POST)
Job Purpose: Identification and elimination of any risks that may result in property loss, injury, or
legal liability that may expose a company to litigation or insurance claims.
Responsibilities:
• Planning, designing and implementing an overall risk management process for the organization;
• Risk assessment, which involves analyzing risks as well as identifying, describing and estimating
the risks affecting the business;
• Risk evaluation, which involves comparing estimated risks with criteria established by the
organization such as costs, legal requirements and environmental factors, and evaluating the
organization's previous handling of risks;
• Establishing and quantifying the organization's 'risk appetite', i.e. the level of risk they are
prepared to accept;
• Risk reporting in an appropriate way for different audiences, for example, to the board of
directors so they understand the most significant risks, to business heads to ensure they are aware
of risks relevant to their parts of the business and to individuals to understand their accountability
for individual risks;
• Corporate governance involving external risk reporting to stakeholders;
• Carrying out processes such as purchasing insurance, implementing health and safety measures
and making business continuity plans to limit risks and prepare for if things go wrong;
• Conducting audits of policy and compliance to standards, including liaison with internal and
external auditors
• Providing support, education and training to staff to build risk awareness within the organization
• Conduct audits and ensures that staff members are working as per work policies and procedures.
Requirement
• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration
• Quality professional with 3+ years of experience with related experience
• Internationally recognized accounting or auditing certification, such as CPA, CIA etc. (desirable)
• Internal audit, COSO, internal controls, compliance and risk management
• Audit techniques (work programs, tests, sampling. documentation, reports)
• IT MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, advanced Excel)
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills, Behavioral competencies
• Excellent Analytical & Problem resolution Skills
• Good communication skills, both orally and in writing

Source: Daily news of 22 September 2014

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3. HEAD OF LEGAL SERVICES (1POST)
Job purpose: Provide legal and commercial advice and direction in relation to all aspects of the
business direction of the company and to liaise closely with the Chief Operational Officer and to
advice on the strategy and development of the business.
Responsibilities
• To contribute to the business' objectives through providing first class legal and commercial
advice on the contractual relationships underpinning the company's business.
• To implement, commercial, legal and contractual strategies for the business which are consistent
with the long term interests of the company.
• To highlight risk issues where relevant, and to seek ways to mitigate risk through innovative
solutions.
• To take overall responsibility for the effective management including drafting and negotiation of
a large volume of contracts across the range of the company's activities.
• Acting as the first contact point for the sales teams in obtaining commercial instructions on
specific deals and working with the Head of to ensure the deals are compliant;
• Ensuring the sales teams are aware of the company's commercial, legal and governance policies;
• Working with the Director to formulate the best deal terms for key sales agreements;
• Evaluating, advising and executing agreements to an agreed level
• Deputizing for the Controller Legal and Rights when requested;
• To take overall responsibility for the negotiation and drafting of service level agreements with
other subsidiaries/divisions
• To ensure that legal documents comply with all current legislation, regulations and best practice
within the legal profession.
• To identify and deliver business process improvement initiatives related to the legal and business
affairs effort.
Requirements
• Bachelor Degree in LAW from recognized institution.
• A minimum of 3 years working experience in legal affairs department.
• Excellent knowledge of the Tanzania law, intellectual property and competition law and a
working knowledge of regulations
• strong contract drafting skills
• excellent negotiations skills

Source: Daily news of 22 September 2014

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4. PUBLIC AND INTERNATIONAL RELATION MANAGER (1 POST)
Job purpose: Establish and maintain good-natured, cooperative relationships with consumers, the
Government, local communities, media and other public-interest groups.
Responsibilities
• Planning, developing and implementing Public Relation strategies;
• liaising with and answering enquiries from media, individuals and other organizations
• Organizing events including press conferences, exhibitions, open days and press tours;
• Maintaining and updating information on the organization's website;
• Sourcing and managing speaking and sponsorship opportunities;
• Commissioning market research;
• Fostering community relations through events such as open days and through involvement in
community initiatives;
• Managing the PR aspect of a potential crisis situation.
Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in a PR-related professional, like journalism, marketing or mass
communication.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills in English
• Strong Organization, Planning and Decision Making skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills, Behavioral competencies

Source: Daily news of 22 September 2014

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5. ZONAL MANAGERS - CENTRAL, SOUTH, NORTH AND COASTAL - (1 POST EACH ZONE)
Job purpose: Accountable for achieving the Regional sales and profitability goals by providing
direction and leadership to the Regional Staff while responsible for the customer satisfaction and
market share within the Region.
Responsibilities
• Directs the selling activities within the Region, inclusive of resource deployment and customer
interactions.
• Provides quality leadership for internal and external customers in all assigned tasks in the Region
inclusive of constructive problem solving, facilitating creative and improvement.
• Achieves the Region's revenue and profitability for Maxcom products in accordance with
corporate objectives.
• Establishes an environment and foundation for future sales growth and train Regional Sales
Representatives on how to sell products and services to Maxcom customers.
• Managing performance, coaching, mentoring, and career development Regional Sales
Representatives.
• Responsible for the Region's forecasting and sales tracking.
• Sets the vision for the Region and develops and adheres to a business plan to attain this vision.
• Evaluate market trends and gather competitive information, identify trends that effect current and
future growth of regional sales and profitability.
• Communicate and Feedback the Regional sales information, corporate marketing and sales
operations to the Head of Department and Management team.
Requirement
• Bachelor Degree in Marketing and/or Business Administration
• At least four years experience in the same position or duties.
• Proven leadership skills and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated record of achievement in a prior sales position.
• Strong Ability to learn and retain product specific information and utilize to position the features
and benefits to customers.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills in English
• Computer literate with knowledge of all Microsoft Office Applications, and report writing.

Source: Daily news of 22 September 2014

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6. ACCOUNTANT ( 2 POST)
Job purpose: Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records, financial statements, and other
financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural
standards.
Responsibilities
• Compute taxes owed and prepare tax returns, ensuring compliance with payment, reporting and
other tax requirements.
• Compiles and analyzes financial information to prepare entries to book of accounts, such as
general ledger accounts, documenting business transactions
• Analyze daily banking transactions and journal entries
• Reconcile sub-ledger accounts (such as inventory).
• Payroll reconciliation.
• Prepare monthly sales reports into excel spread sheet for analysis
• Verify and reconcile contracts, orders, and vouchers, and prepares reports to substantiate
individual transactions prior to settlement.
• Monitor compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and company procedures.
• Reviews, investigates, and corrects errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents, and
reports.
Requirements
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• At least two years experience in accounting Department.
• Other relevant trainings and certification
• Strong analytical skills with attention to details
• Excellent computer skill
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Source: Daily news of 22 September 2014

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7. BUSINESS ANALYST ( 1 POST)
Job purpose: Plans, organizes and conducts business process improvement which requires strategic
analysis of an entire process or operating area where specific issues or items to be corrected,
examined or recommended have not been identified. Recommended solutions should be developed in
consultation with impacted internal and external stakeholders.
Responsibilities
• Defines and documents customer business functions and processes.
• Consults with functional unit management and personnel to identify, define and document
business needs and objectives, current operational procedures, problems, input and output
requirements, and levels of systems access.
• Acts as a link between departmental end-users, technical analysts, information technology
analysts, consultants and other governmental organizations in the analysis, design, configuration,
testing and maintenance of case management systems to ensure optimal operational performance.
• Analyzes the feasibility of, and develops requirements for, new systems and enhancements to
existing systems; ensures the system design fits the needs of the users.
• Identifies opportunities for improving business processes through information systems and/or
non-system driver changes; assists in the preparation of proposals to develop new systems and/or
operational changes.
• Researches and prepares statistical reports using data from computer systems and internal
surveys.
• Consolidates information into cohesive and understandable correspondence or other written form
for use in management decision-making.
• Participates in user acceptance testing and testing of new system functionality.
• Provides technical assistance in training, mentoring, and coaching professional and technical
staff.
• Develops training curriculum and conducts formal training sessions covering assigned systems
module.
Requirements
• Bachelor Degree in IT or Business Management or any other related field.
• At least two years of experience in business process analysis
• Written and verbal communication including technical skills
• The ability to conduct cost and benefits analysis
• Modeling techniques and methods like Software Design, Software Documentation and Software
Development Process.

Source: Daily news of 22 September 2014

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8. STORE KEEPER ( 2 POST)
Job Purpose: Manage day to day movement of the materials and from receipt, issuing and inventory
control.
Responsibilities
• To ensure safe keeping both as to quality and quantity of materials in Store .
• To maintain proper stores records.
• To initiate purchase requisitions for the replacement of stock of all regular stores items whenever
the stock level of any item of store approaches the minimum limit fixed in respect thereof.
• To check and receive purchased materials forwarded by the receiving department and to arrange
for the storage in appropriate places.
• To reserve a particular material for a specific job when so required.
• To issue materials only in required quantities against authorized requisition notes/material lists.
• To check the book balances, with the actual physical stock at frequent intervals by way of internal
control over wrong issues, pilferage, etc.
Requirements
• Diploma in procurement and Supply Management or Business Administration
• At least two years experience working in warehouse and storage operations.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills in English and Kiswahili.
• Computer literate with knowledge of all Microsoft Office Applications and report writing.

Source: Daily news of 22 September 2014

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9. REGIONAL SALES REPRESENTATIVES- Arusha, Shinganya, Mtwara, Tanga,
Singida,Manyara, Mara, Arusha, Lindi. ( 1 Post each region)
Job Purpose: Serves as Maxcom representatives by selling Maxcom products and services and
meeting customer needs.
Responsibilities
• Focuses sales efforts by studying existing and potential volume of dealers.
• Submits orders by referring to price lists and product literature.
• Keeps management informed by submitting activity and results reports, such as daily reports,
weekly work plans, and monthly and annual Regional analyses.
• Monitors competition by gathering current marketplace information on pricing, products, new
products, delivery schedules, merchandising techniques, etc.
• Recommends changes in products, service, and policy by evaluating results and competitive
developments.
• Resolves customer complaints by investigating problems; developing solutions; preparing reports;
making recommendations to management.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing
professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Provides historical records by maintaining records on area and customer sales.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Requirements
• Bachelor Degree in Marketing or Business administration.
• At least two years experience in marketing and distribution in recognized companies.
• Customer Service knowledge, Regional Sales Management, Product Knowledge, Presentation
Skills
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills in English and Kiswahili.
• Computer literate with knowledge of all Microsoft Office Applications and report writing.

Source: Daily news of 22 September 2014

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10. PREPAID CARD BUSINESS MANAGER ( 1 POST)
Job Scope:
The Corporate Prepaid Card Product Management team has ownership and responsibility for product
management and strategy for several products including payroll cards, incentive cards, and commercial
prepaid cards and works closely with Sales and Marketing teams to support the card portfolios.
Position Summary:
The Prepaid card Business Manager role is a recognized thought leader and subject matter expert in
managing existing product initiatives and capabilities. This position will be responsible for building out
Maxmalipo Prepaid card both local and Multinational Prepaid Service and related capabilities. The
position will also have responsibility for ongoing product management issues for both prepaid incentive
and prepaid commercial products. This is an individual contributor role responsible for working on highly
complex issues with broad product and business implications.
Responsibilities:
• Overall coordination of both internal and external resources related to the development, launch, and
ongoing management of the prepaid card product.
• Shape and implement strategies that will capitalize on market opportunities and partner requirements.
• Identify partnerships across corporate prepaid card verticals to support growth and development.
• Develop roadmap for penetration of the card and related strategies.
• Manage all outsourced technology vendors for site maintenance, system permissions and on boarding,
scheduled releases, off-cycle enhancements, and customer service related to the prepaid card
Business.
• Lead a cross-functional team to manage existing portfolios and develop strategies to grow
penetration/ activation/ usage of the Prepaid Incentive and Commercial Prepaid Card portfolios
• Conduct complex analysis, including business metrics analysis, portfolio level performance, segment
penetration and customer behavioral profiles to identify gaps and opportunities.
• Use research findings and analytical data to drive the development of new enhancements, tools and
services
• Be an expert with respect to the competition
• Support Prepaid Sales team in efforts to win new deals and renew existing business
• Own and manage the product requirements and associated documentation including product guides
and relevant components of the Prepaid card Operating Regulations
• Continuously review partner landscape and recommend, develop, and implement new and creative
approaches to growing the Visa prepaid business.
Qualifications
• Strong contributor with 3+ years of experience in product management/product development
disciplines with proven leadership capabilities particularly in the prepaid card program,
• Demonstrated track record of developing product strategies based on business objectives and leading
implementation that delivers measurable business results.
• Drive and sense of urgency: a passion to proactively own and grow the business
• Ability to translate product complexities into practical business solutions appropriate
• Strong analytical skills and business case development experience

Source: Daily news of 22 September 2014