New Job Opportunity at East African Health Research Commission (EAHRC) – Deputy Executive Secretary

East African Community (EAC)

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Overview
The East African Community (EAC) is the 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 Republic of South Sudan with its headquarters in
Arusha, Tanzania.

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EAC mission is to widen and deepen economic, political, social and
cultural integration to improve the quality of life of the people of
East Africa through increased competitiveness, value added production,
trade and investments.

This is an exciting opportunity for highly
motivated and result-driven professionals who are citizens of East
African Community Partner States (Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and South Sudan) to apply for the following position below tenable at East African Science and Technology Commission (EASTECO): 
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DEPUTY EXECUTIVE SECRETARY (PROGRAMMES AND PROJECTS) (1 post)
(REF: EAC/HR/2020-21/41)

Office: Office of Deputy Executive Secretary (Projects and Programmes)

Reports to: Executive Secretary

Duty Station: Kigali, Rwanda

Main Purpose of the Job:

To develop and coordinate projects and
programmes to ensure effective and efficient development, management and
application of science, technology and innovation in the EAC. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of the Deputy Executive Secretary, Projects and Programmes are as follows:

1. Provide effective deputisation for the Executive Secretary;
2. Initiate and coordinate the process of harmonization of policies,
   laws, regulations and standards with specific relevance to the
   development of Science, Technology and innovation (STI);
3. Guide identification and development of new STI projects and programmes as strategic initiatives within the EASTECO mandate;
4. Coordinate the development and implementation of systems for
   monitoring, evaluation and compliance with agreed policies and actions
   by Partner States and other stakeholders;
5. Analyse reports from Partner States’ institutions on their
   activities relating to the management of STI as specified in the
   Protocol establishing the Commission;
6. Coordinate the involvement of the Commission in Multilateral science
   and technology Agreements and projects thereof in liaison with the
   Executive Secretary
7. Promote the coordinated engagement and participation of the civil
   society organizations, the Private Sector and other relevant
   stakeholders in the development and application of science, technology
   and innovation in the region;
8. Promote capacity building, institutional development, scientific research and innovation in the Community;
9. Liaise with the National Commissions/Councils of Science and
   Technology (NCSTs), Ministries/institutions responsible for Science and
   Technology, Research and Innovation in the Partner States for
   coordinated implementation of projects and programmes;
10. Develop strategies and plans for mobilizing national and international financial resources for the Programmes of the Commission;
11. Lead the process of formulation and implementation of annual work plans and budget;
12. Ensure overall consistencies, synergies and quality in Projects and Programmes implementation and high performance level;
13. Provide guidance and technical support to the Sectoral Council of
    Ministers and take appropriate follow-up actions as decided/directed by
    the Sectoral Council;
14. Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Executive Secretary.

Qualifications and Experience:

1. A Master’s Degree in a relevant field of Science and Technology from
   a recognised university and relevant qualification related to
   projects/program development and management.
2. At least 15 years of relevant experience, of which 8 years should be at Senior Level;

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Skills and Competencies:

1. Ability in managing Programmes and Projects;
2. Knowledge in Resource Mobilisation, financing agreement negotiation and management;
3. Strong administrative and organizational skills;
4. Excellent writing and communication skills;
5. Ability to work in a multi-cultural/diverse environment; and
6. Ability to work under pressure.

Eligibility for applications:

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

Terms and Conditions of Service:

The successful candidate shall hold office for a term of 3 years renewable once.

This position is subject to the application of the Quota System. 

Fringe Benefits:

The established posts offer attractive
fringe benefits including housing allowance, transport allowance,
education allowance, a medical scheme, and insurance cover. 

Education Qualifications:

All candidates applying must have
qualifications that are recognized by the relevant national
accreditation body in their respective Partner State. This condition is
applicable for locally and internationally attained qualifications.

All professions that require
registration with the specific professional bodies will be expected to
do so in compliance with the requirements of their respective Partner
States. 

Relevant Working Experience:

Internship, training and apprenticeship will not be considered as relevant work experience. 

Equal Opportunity:

The EAC is an equal opportunity
employer; therefore, female candidates are particularly encouraged to
apply. EAC will only respond to those candidates who strictly meet the
set requirements.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates who meet the qualification and experience requirements for the above mentioned position are advised to :

• Fill in the application form attached (download from here);
• attach their application letter, a detailed CV, Copies of certified
  academic certificates, and a copy of National Identity Card or Passport
  in PDF format scanned in one (1) file.
• Please quote the respective reference number on both the application letter and envelope.
• For electronic submission, please quote the respective reference
  number on the subject of the email and send to the address given below.

1. You may submit your application either electronically or in hard copy but not both.

2. Applications which do not :

• have EAC application form;
• indicate nationality and age;
• have the reference number;
• or have an application letter attached;
• have certified copies of their academic degrees and other professional Certificates;
• or fail to provide three referees will be disqualified.

3.  Only qualified candidates will be contacted

4.  EAC Staff Rules and Regulations preclude considerations of applicants above 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 done in writing.

A due diligence will be conducted for
all successful candidates in respect of their academic certificates
(certification by a recognized higher education body in the respective
Partner States) and employment records.

The Secretary General

East African Community,

P. o Box 1096,

Arusha – Tanzania.

Tel: +255 27 2162100

Fax: +255 27 2162190

E-mail: vacancies@eachq.org
Website : www.eac.int

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