Executive Director at Zanzibar National Chamber of Commerce Industry and Agriculture

Application Deadline: 06 Feb 2015

JOB OPPORTUNITY
The Zanzibar National Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (ZNCCIA) is
an apex organization for private sector development in Zanzibar. ZNCCIA is currently
undergoing changes, which aim at addressing institutional capacity needs. The objective
is to build sufficient capacity of the ZNCCIA to be an effective representative of the
private sector in dialoguing with the Government to implement reforms for a better and
enabling business environment in accordance with the Zanzibar Growth Strategy. To
meet the institutional capacity needs, the ZNCCIA has been receiving grants from the
Business Environment Strengthening for Tanzania-Dialogue Component (BEST-Dialogue).
BEST-Dialogue is a programme that aims to improve the business environment in Tanzania
by implementing needed reforms in the legal and regulatory frameworks through advocacy.
Apart from managing the BEST-Dialogue project, the Executive Director shall be the Chief
Executive Officer of the ZNCCIA; and in that role she/he is expected to provide requisite
leadership to the ZNCCIA and all projects under the said organisation.
The Zanzibar National Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (ZNCCIA)
therefore invites qualified Tanzanians to apply for the undermentioned post based in
Zanzibar.
Position: Executive Director
Reports to: President of the ZNCCIA
 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. General Strategy

• Provide the ZNCCIA with institutional leadership by steering the Vision and Mission of the organisation towards achievable goals.
• Participation in the development of ZNCCIA’s Strategic Plan and be responsible for its review whenever necessary.
• Shall be the Chief Executive Officer of the ZNCCIA and be responsible to supervise all staff in the day to day administration of the organisation.
• Offer secretarial services to the Board and Sectoral Committees as and when required

2. Operational

• Guarantee operational results through promotion of team spirit among staff and ZNCCIA members.
• Identify primary needs of the business sector at the national level and endeavour, to eliminate various constraints which hinder the development of commerce, industry and agriculture, through advocacy and lobbying.
•  Endeavour to provide support services to the business community such as business information, consultancy, advisory services, training, secretarial and internet services, and develop linkages with local and international business organisations.
• Guide and support the activities of the ZNCCIA so as to bring the services of the Chamber closer to the business community.
• Shall initiate and plan seminars, workshops and training programmes to enhance the capacity and knowledge of the business community.
• Maintain a closer relationship with government departments and any other organization for the promotion of development initiatives in the private sector.
• Develop advocacy initiatives with the government for and on behalf of the Zanzibar business community.
• Attend and participate at meetings, seminars and workshops as and when required by the President or Board.

3. Finance

• Conceive, plan and upon approval by the Board of Directors supervise implementation on income generating activities which will steer the Chamber sustainability.
• Support and advice on dynamic and sustainable membership recruitment campaigns and fund raising activities to ensure the financial viability of the ZNCCIA.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
1. Minimum Bachelor Degree in Economics/Business Administration or related field.
A Post Graduate degree will be an added advantage.
2. Strong leadership qualities, including abilities to motivate staff and high level of
personal integrity.
3. Self-motivated performance with the ability to influence opinion cross-functionally
and at senior level.
4. Credibility and have a balanced approach, strong analytical, interpersonal and
facilitation skills.
5. Innovative, dynamic and proactive management approaches.
6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili.
7. Expected to have at least 3 years of proven experience in management of various
institutions of which 2 years be a hands-on background of managing business
and/or institutions/organisations in a rapid changing environment, including field
based experience of providing policy advice to the government, or private sector and
civil society groups.
8. Basic computer literacy, operational familiarity with MS Word, Power Point, Excel,
Internet use and willingness to learn other software packages.
9. Ability to keep deadlines and produce quality results on time.
 

TERMS & CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
The post is tenable on two years contract renewable upon satisfactory performance.
 

REMUNERATION
The post offers very attractive salary inclusive of statutory obligations.
For further information please call on ZNCCIA office at Livingstone House, Kinazini, 1st
Floor.
 

DEADLINE
Interested candidates should submit their applications to the address below with detailed
Curriculum Vitae (CV), copies of academic and professional certificates with testimonials,
and recommendation from two referees with their addresses and day time telephone
contacts, before or on 06th February 2015. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
 

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE ADDRESSED TO:
The President,
ZNCCIA,
P.O.BOX 1407.
ZANZIBAR, TANZANIA.
E-mail: info@znccia.or.tz
Applications by e mails should be sent to the email above mentioned.TION DESCRIPTION: