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Wednesday, January 14, 2015

SADC VACANCIES - 1/14/2015

by Unknown  |  in Zimbabwe at  9:53 AM

SADC VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
[VACANCY CIRCULAR NUMBER 3 of 2015]
BACKGROUND
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) currently has fifteen Member States with a population of approximately 250 million people and a combined GDP of USD 467.3 billion (2006).
The overall objective of SADC is to achieve development and economic growth, which is to be attained through increased regional integration, built on democratic principles and equitable and sustainable development.
It is following this background that Southern Africa Development Community Secretariat SADC Secretariat wishes to invite suitably qualified, experienced citizens of SADC Member State to apply for the following positions tenable at its Headquarters in Gaborone, Botswana:
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1. SENIOR PROGRAM OFFICER – GENDER - JOB GRADE 4
Average package per annum: US$ 102,677
Main purpose of the position: To supervise, coordinate, facilitate and monitor Gender mainstreaming and women’s empowerment initiatives with an overall goal to achieve gender equality and equity in SADC.
KEY RESULT AREAS
• Ensure harmonization and alignment of gender policies within SADC;
• Facilitate and coordinate gender and women’s empowerment with a view to attain gender equality within SADC;
• Develop and coordinate programmes that mainstream gender issues in all Sectors;
• Develop and coordinate programmes to reduce violence against women & children within SADC;
• Develop and coordinate programmes that increase participation and control of economic resources by women within SADC;
• Develop and coordinate programmes that increase women participation in politics and decision making positions;
• Strengthen networking, communication, and information sharing by
reaching at least 50% of all stakeholders;
• Conduct research to monitor progress of implementation of gender
commitments.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATIONS
Masters Degree in Social Sciences/ Development / Gender Studies
EXPERIENCE
10 years working experience in Gender and Development
8 years managerial work experience Working knowledge of regional and international Structures Project Management
COMPETENCIES
• Strong leadership
• Communication and Negotiation skills
• Presentation skills
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2. SENIOR OFFICER – DEFENCE AFFAIRS AND PLANNING - JOB GRADE 5
Average package per annum: US$ 97,200
Main Purpose of the Job: To coordinate and implement Programmes on defence and security and to advice on regional and international security and defence developments.
KEY RESULT AREAS
• Coordinate and propose defence and security programmes.
• Propose programmes and activities for confidence building.
• Scan the regional defence and security environment, consolidate and prepare regular reports.
• Liaise with relevant authorized co-operating partners and civil society stakeholders.
• Supervise Contractors and monitor financial accountability
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATION
MSc Political Science
EXPERIENCE
8 years work experience with background in defence and security
COMPETENCIES
• Planning and coordinating skills
• Negotiation skills.
• Analytical, forecasting and organisational skills
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3. OPERATIONS AND TRAINING OFFICER (RPTC) - JOB GRADE 5
Average package per annum: US$ 97,200
Main Purpose of the Job: To Be responsible of all aspects relating to training at SADC Regional Peacekeeping Training Centre (RPTC)
KEY RESULT AREAS
• Plan, design, prepare and support the implementation of SADC RPTC training courses, seminars and workshops;
• Conduct long term planning of training courses, seminars and workshops and distribution of information to all relevant stakeholders;
• Develop and organize quality assurance and monitoring and evaluation measures such as course evaluations and accordingly suggests potential improvements;
• Develop and organize quality assurance and monitoring and evaluation measures such as course evaluations and accordingly suggests potential improvements;
• Support the Commandant of SADC RPTC in organizational development and implementation of SADC RPTC strategic plan;
• Establish and manage a regional and continental pool of excellent
peacekeeping instructors for common use upon request by SADC Member
States;
• Continuous identification of new regional requirements such as input to
updating of peacekeeping courses and materials;
• Ensure mainstreaming of cross cutting issues such as gender, HIV and
AIDS, poverty, ICT, science and technology, private sector and environment
into RPTC activities;
• Liaise with regional stakeholders, SADC National Committees and ICPs
• Prepare documentation for official SADC meetings ( Technical Meetings, ISDC, MCO , Council and Summit) and technical papers for discussion, dissemination and or publication;
• Perform other duties delegated by the Commandant from time to time.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATION
A master degree in international relations, political science ideally focus on thematic areas such as conflict prevention and resolution, peace studies or anynother alternative equivalent qualifications as accepted by SADC Secretariat.
EXPERIENCE
At least 5 years experience in the field of peace and security in Africa ideally with a national or regional peacekeeping training centre
COMPETENCIES
• Knowledge of ICT and software applications
• Knowledge of French and Portuguese Communication skills
• Managerial, organisational and administrative competence.
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4. OFFICER – STATISTICS AND RESEARCH - JOB GRADE 7
Average package per annum: US$ 87,148
Main Purpose of the Job: To ensure timely availability of comparable & reliable
trade statistics to monitor regional social and economic development.
KEY RESULT AREAS
• Relevant and timely information availability to the Secretariat
• Harmonized International Merchandise Trade Statistics
• Harmonized standards and procedures for statistical analysis
• Existence and implementation of strategy for information dissemination
• Develop capacity within Member States for the production of regional statistics
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATION
BSc. (Hons) Sciences
EXPERIENCE
5 years
COMPETENCIES
• Analytical skill
• Thinking techniques
• Communication skills
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5. OFFICER- RESOURCE MOBILIZATION - JOB GRADE 8
Average package per annum: US$ 78,923
Main purpose of the job: To mobilize funds for SADC programs through the
coordination of dialogue and fostering of partnerships with International
Cooperating Partners (ICPs) and other stakeholders.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
• Coordinated and productive dialogue between SADC and ICPs
• Coordinated mobilization of SADC resources.
• Coordinated aid management within SADC.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATION
BSc. in Economics
EXPERIENCE
5 Years experience in the field of knowledge management including archiving,
documentation, dissemination and data management.
COMPETENCIES
• Excellent communications skills
• Presentation skills
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6. PROGRAMME OFFICER – INDUSTRIAL POLICY – JOB GRADE 8 (READVERTISEMENT)
Average package per annum: US$ 87,148
Main purpose of the job: To assist in regional industrial policy formulation and
implementation.
KEY RESULT AREAS:
• Development and implementation of regional industrial policy,
programmes and strategies
• Diversification of the SADC productive sector and exports
• Development of the SADC small medium enterprise sector (SME)
• Development of a comprehensive regional industrial information system
Strategic Planning and Budget for the Industry Productive Competitiveness Unit
• Monitoring and Evaluation Mechanism on Industry Productive
• Competitiveness projects and programmes
• Provision of Technical advice to SADC structures on areas of competence
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
QUALIFICATION
A minimum of Bachelors Degree in Economics, Industrial Economics or Business Administration
EXPERIENCE
Minimum of 5 years experience in Industrial Policy Environment at a senior
management level Knowledge of the SADC Industrial sector
COMPETENCIES
• Project Management
• Excellent communications skills
• Presentation skills
• Organizations skills
APPLICATIONS: Applicants should quote the number of the vacancy circular and provide the following details:
a) a short covering letter stating the position that you want to be considered for and describe how your qualifications, experience and competencies are relevant to the position;
b) a detailed and updated curriculum vitae;
c) certified copies of your degree(s), Diploma(s) and Certificate(s); and
d) duly completed SADC Application Form .
Should you be shortlisted, you will be required to produce evidence of any educational and professional qualifications supporting your application, on the day of your interview.
GENDER MAINSTREAMING
SADC is an equal opportunity employer and particularly encourages applications from female candidates.
If you are results oriented, you have a passion for the transformation and development of Southern Africa, and possess the required competencies, please submit your application.
N.B: Only applicants, who meet the requirements of the SADC Secretariat and being considered for interview, will be contacted.
Should you not hear from the SADC Secretariat within four weeks after the closing date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.
For further details on the position that you want to apply for, SADC Application Form, refer to the SADC Website: www.sadc.int
Details can also be obtained from the National Contact Point (NCP) in your respective country. For Botswana NCP is the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning.
For more information contact the following officers: S. Rabuti at 3950257 and Ms. L. Dinale at 3950693
Closing Date: 23rd January 2015
The applications should be addressed to
Permanent Secretary,
Ministry of Finance and Development Planning,
Private Bag 008,
Gaborone
or
hand deliver to office No: 3-12 Second Floor, Link Block.

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