Regional Manager (X 5 )

The Small Industries Development Organization is a Parastatal Organisation established by an act of Parliament No. 28 in 1973 to plan, Co-ordinate, Promote and Offer a variety of services to Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). As part of implementing its Organizational Structure it is hereby inviting applications from Suitably qualified, competent, committed and experienced Tanzanians to immediately fill the following vacancies;

Regional Manager (X 5 )

Reporting to Director of Training and Extension Services, the Manager is responsible for planning and implementing of regional activities monitoring and coordinating the Regional activities of the Organization within the region.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

A Holder of Masters degree in Business Administration or related field.

Five (5) years working experience in the SME sector and development in a senior positions.

Knowledge of issues concerning SME sector.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

A business like attitudes.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Annual Work Plans and Budget : The Regional Manager will develop annual work plans and budgets for the implementation of the organization's programme in the region, which are based on regional strategies and policies.

Programme Implementation: The Regional Manager will direct, supervise and Support the staff of the Regional Office in the implementation of the planned activities.

Credit Management With specific references to the micro finance services, the Regional Manager will ensure that the approval of loans, their disbursement, repayment and management of defaults is carried out in accordance with policies and procedures approved by the Regional Advisory Committee.

Programme monitoring and reporting : The Regional Manager will ensure that an appropriate monitoring and reporting system for the management of the office's programme is in place, and that information on the programme's performance is recorded and it is up-to-date and of a satisfactory quality.

Demand and impact monitoring assessment The Regional Manager will ensure that market demand for the organization's services is monitored and that the impact on the clients is assessed

Programme  development  :The Regional Manager is responsible for ensuring the development of the office's program is in responsible to market demand and changing needs of the clients.

Financial management and reporting; The Regional Manager will ensure that the office's financial resources are managed and accounted for in accordance with the financial procedures and standards of the organization; and that they are used in accordance with the approved annual work plan and budget.

Human Resources Management; The Regional Manager will identify, select and recruit the staff of the Regional Office, and set their remuneration levels as per approved procedures.

Regional Advisory Committee; The Regional Manager will organize and prepare meetings of the Regional Committee, represent the office at such meeting and write the Committee reports.

Relations and Marketing; The Regional Manager will develop and maintain relations with the local business community, Community leaders and authorities, and with institutions which provide similar services.

Acquisition; The Regional Manager will develop and maintain relations with potential donors and sponsors.

Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Director General or the Director of Training and Extension Services.

REMUNERATION

According to  SIDO Salary Scale SDEMSS 1.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

GENERAL CONDITIONS AND MODE OF APPLICATION:
All applicants must be Citizens of Tanzania and not above 45 years old, however, applicants for senior Positions Who are above 45 years old and are currently employed in the public service should route their application letters through their respective employers.
Applicants must attach an Up-to-date current Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable contact, postal address, e-mail and telephone numbers and at least three reputable referees (preferably work related for those Who are employed).
Applicants must attach their detailed relevant certified copies of all academic certificates With two recent passport size picture and birth certificate. (Form IV and Form VI results slips, testimonials, partial transcripts will strictly not be accepted).
Presentation of forged academic certificates and other information in the cv will necessitate to legal action.
Applicants for entry levels currently employed in the Public Service should not apply, they have to adhere to Government Circular Na. CAe. 45/25710110/140 dated 30th November, 201 O.
Certificates from foreign examination bodies for ordinary or advanced level education should be certified by The National Examination Council of Tanzania (NECTA).
ii) Certificates from foreign Universities should be verified by The Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU).

All applications should be addressed as shown below, to be received three weeks from the first appearance of this advertisement. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
The Director General. SIDO,
P.O. Box 2476, Dar es Salaam. Tanzania
E-mail: da@sido.go.tz Website: www.sido.go.tz
SIDO is an equal opportunity employer, Women are highly encouraged to apply