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The Economist September 22nd 2018
TradeMark East Africa (TMEA) is an aid-for-trade organisation that was established
with the aim of growing prosperity in East Africa through increased trade. TMEA
operates on a not-for-profit basis and is funded by the development agencies of
the following countries: Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, the Netherlands,
Norway, United Kingdom, and United States of America. TMEA works closely with
East African Community (EAC) institutions, national governments, the private sector
and civil society organisations.
TMEA, with an annual expenditure of around US$100 million, is now the leading
aid-for-trade facility in the world. TMEA has its headquarters in Nairobi with vibrant
and successful operations in EAC-Arusha, Burundi, Tanzania, Democratic Republic of
Congo, Ethiopia, South Sudan, Uganda and Rwanda. The first phase of TMEA has
delivered exceptional results which have directly contributed to substantial gains in
East Africa’s trade and regional integration environment in terms of reduced transit
times, improved border efficiency, and reduced barriers to trade.
We are now in the second phase and we aim to deliver even more large-scale
impact to maximise the potential benefits of aid-for-trade interventions which lead
to sustainable and inclusive prosperity through job creation, poverty reduction and
enhanced economic welfare.
We are looking for high calibre, results-oriented and experienced professionals to
join our team in the positions below.
CHIEF TECHNICAL OFFICER
The Chief Technical Officer (CTO) will oversee the successful delivery of TMEA’s
strategic objectives (and therefore results) through the Technical Services Teams and
will lead programme delivery at regional and EAC levels. S/he will be responsible for
formulating the right technical solutions and projects for TMEA’s entire portfolio to
achieve TMEA’s impact targets. This will include working in close collaboration with
external partners and stakeholders, other major programmes of key development
partners, EAC Partner States and key development partners, particularly DfID,
USAID, World Bank, African Development Bank, European Union etc.
The ideal candidate will possess an undergraduate degree with at least 15 years
relevant work experience OR a Master’s degree with at least 13 years relevant work
experience. A minimum of seven years of leadership and management experience
is essential. The position is open to national, regional and international candidates.
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
The Chief Operating Officer (COO) will oversee TMEA’s programme delivery at
country level through working with a team of experienced Country Directors to
develop and implement TMEA’s in-country strategies and programmes to generate
the required results. S/he will be responsible for liaising with external partners and
stakeholders and other major programmes of key development partners, to solidify
TMEA’s reputation as a significant and respected organisation and programme, in
response to the challenges of regional trade and integration in East Africa. The role
involves strategic quality assurance, management and oversight of TMEA’s matrix
management delivery system to deliver agreed organisational impact objectives and
related Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
The ideal candidate will possess an undergraduate degree with at least 15 years
relevant work experience OR a Master’s degree with at least 13 years relevant work
experience. A minimum of seven years of leadership and management experience
is essential. The position is open to national, regional and international candidates.
APPLICATION DETAILS
The detailed job profiles for these posts can be accessed on our website:
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These positions are available on contract to 30 June 2020 with the possibility of
renewal. Please apply online through
by Friday, 5 October, 5.00pm Kenyan time. Attach your cover letter and detailed
CV, including details of your qualifications, experience, and present position. Your
application should also include a working e-mail address, daytime telephone
contacts, and names and contact details of three referees.
Interviews will be conducted in November and December 2018.
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.
TMEA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to open and
transparent recruitment processes. Qualified women and persons living
with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply.
EXCITING OPPORTUNITIES
IN TRADE & REGIONAL
DEVELOPMENT IN EAST &
CENTRAL AFRICA Growing Prosperity Through Trade
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