TradeMark East Africa (TMEA) is funded by a range of development agencies with the aim of growing prosperity in East Africa through trade. We believe that enhanced trade contributes to economic growth, a reduction in poverty and subsequently increased prosperity. TMEA works closely with East African Community (EAC) institutions, national governments, business and civil society organisations to increase trade by unlocking economic potential through:
• Increased market access;
• Enhanced trade environment; and
• Increased product competitiveness.
TMEA has its headquarters in Nairobi with branches in Arusha, Bujumbura, Dar es Salaam, Juba, Kampala and Kigali. We are looking for high calibre, results-oriented and experienced professionals to join our team in the positions detailed below.
Re- advertisement - Procurement Director
The Procurement Director will be responsible for leading the strategic identification, development and execution of procurement, grants and financial aid operations across the organisation, while ensuring quality and value for money. S/he will provide specialist advice, guidance and service on best practice procurement across the organisation and lead in the identification, assessment and management of potential risks associated with differing sourcing strategies. This will include providing insight through the analysis of spend, supply markets and savings.
The ideal candidate will possess an undergraduate degree, a Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) qualification or equivalent, and at least 10 years' of work experience in a similar role, in a busy and demanding environment.
Senior Director, Trade Environment
The Senior Director, Trade Environment will be responsible for aligning trade policy and international trade practices and goals to TMEA's strategy. S/he will ensure that the linkages between trade policy, trade facilitation and trade in services are streamlined in all aspects of TMEA's work streams and clearly linked to organisational objectives at both the national and regional levels. S/he will oversee the development and delivery of a large, complex portfolio across the region to increase market access in East Africa. This will include projects focused on improved EAC Trade policy and enhancing the regional investment climate and governance e.g. support to the EAC organs, supporting Ministries of EAC in each Partner State, standards harmonisation, providing institutional and advocacy support to regional bodies, among others.
The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 10 years' management experience (including 5 at a senior level) in leading the development and delivery of trade and trade-related capacity development programmes to enhance the capacities of developing countries in trade policy development, formulation and implementation trade reforms, regional integration, and support to national governments. Significant work experience with Regional Economic Communities in East or Southern Africa, in an international multicultural environment is a desirable.
Application details
Detailed job profiles for these posts, which are all based in Nairobi, Kenya, can be accessed on our website www.trademarkea.com. These positions are available on contract to 30 June 2016 with the possibility of renewal. Please apply online throughhttp://www.trademarkea.com/work-with-us/ by Friday, 5 December 2014, 5.00pm East African time. Ensure that you attach your cover letter and detailed CV, including your qualifications, experience, present position and current remuneration. Your application should also include names and addresses of three referees, a working e-mail address and daytime telephone contacts. Interviews will be conducted in December 2014 in Nairobi, Kenya.
Please note that we will only consider applications received on-line through the link provided above. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted. We reserve the right to accept or reject any application. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
TradeMark East Africa is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to open and transparent recruitment processes.
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