Deputy Executive Secretary (Projects and Program) at The East African Kiswahili Commission (EAKC)

Application Deadline: 16 Sep 2016

Deputy Executive Secretary (Projects and Program) POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Deputy Executive Secretary (Projects and Programs)
(EAKC/DES/PP/1/2016)

The East African Kiswahili Commission (EAKC) is an institution of the East African Community (EAC) responsible for the coordination and promotion of the development and use of Kiswahili in the region and beyond. The Commission is charged with the responsibility of ensuring the development of Kiswahili as a lingua franca for regional and international interaction for political, economic, social, cultural, educational, scientific and technical development. The Commission fulfills its mandate through research, teaching, learning and development of Kiswahili through policy formulation, knowledge generation and curriculum review and standardization of terminologies. In order to effectively fulfill that mandate and meet its objectives and planned activities, the Commission seeks applications from qualified persons for the following position:

Organ / Institution: East African Kiswahili Commission (EAKC)

Duty Station: Zanzibar, Tanzania

Job Grade: P5

Job reports to: Executive Secretary

Job Purpose:
Assist and support the Executive Secretary in executing the mandate of the Commission, by providing overall leadership in Projects and Programmatic operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop projects and programs that will ensure the promotion and use of Kiswahili in the East African Community and beyond;
Initiate projects and programmes relevant to the development and use of Kiswahili in the region and beyond;
Assist the Executive Secretary in providing an oversight role in coordinating Kiswahili projects and programs;
Promote projects and programmes geared towards the development and use of Kiswahili;
Monitor the implementation of projects and programs of the Commission;
Evaluate projects and programmes of the Commission;
Liaise with stakeholders in the promotion, development and use of Kiswahili;
Prepare initiatives for resource mobilization for Kiswahili projects and programmes;
Write timely, lucid and accurate Project and Programme reports for the Commission and stakeholders;
Carry out any other lawful functions that may be assigned by the Executive Secretary.

Qualifications and Experience:

QUALIFICATIONS:

At least a Masters Degree in Kiswahili Studies (Linguistics; Literature or Education);
A Ph.D in Kiswahili Studies is an added advantage;
Multi-disciplinary background is necessary;
Knowledge of Arabic is an added advantage.

EXPERIENCE:

At least ten (10) years of which five (5) should be at the level of management and leadership in an academic or research institution;
Competence in Kiswahili research and publications; Developed successful Kiswahili projects and programs; Initiated projects and programmes relevant to the development and use of Kiswahili;
Coordinated Kiswahili projects and programs;
Participated in the promotion of Kiswahili projects and programmes;
Participated in monitoring and implementation of Kiswahili projects and programmes;
Involved in the evaluation of Kiswahili projects and programmes;
Dealt with stakeholders in the promotion, development and use of Kiswahili;
Evidence of ability to mobilize and manage resources;
Establishment of linkages and partnerships;
Capacity to write timely, clear and accurate Project and Programme reports.

Skills and Competencies:

a) Professionalism

Ability to oversee and produce analytical reports on projects and programmes;
A high-level of managerial competence;
Pride in work and achievements;
Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.

b) Skills

Strong administrative and organizational capacity;
Excellent command of spoken and written Kiswahili and English;
Ability to work in a multi-cultural/diverse environment;
Literacy and knowledge of a wide range of computer packages;
Knowledge of Arabic required but not mandatory;
Strong interpersonal skills and integrity, including excellent negotiation skills.
Eligibility:
Candidates are invited from all EAC Partner States except Kenya.

Applicants should not be more than 55 years as retirement age at the EAC is 60 years.

Terms and Conditions of Service:
The successful candidate will serve on contract for a period of three (3) years renewable once upon satisfactory performance for a final term of 3 years.

Fringe Benefits:
A comprehensive remuneration package commensurate with Professional qualifications and Diplomatic status of the post will be offered to the suitable applicant. Additional details of other benefits can be obtained from the Commission Secretariat.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants who meet the above criteria should submit their applications in either hard or soft copies including:

Letter of motivation;
Certified copies of degree awards;
Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae;
Membership Certificates of professional and academic associations;
A photocopy of the biodata page of passport;
A letter of support from the current or previous employer;
Complete names and contacts of three referees.
to:

The Director,
Executive Selection Division
Deloitte Consulting Limited
10th Floor PPF Tower Cnr of Ohio Street & Garden Avenue:
P O Box 1559 Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania
Fax +255(22) 2116379
E-mail: esd@deloitte.co.tz