Internal Trade Information – East African Community

*Organ / Institution: *The Secretariat
*Duty Station: *Arusha, Tanzania
*Job Grade: *P1
*Job reports to: *Senior Trade Officer – Internal Trade

Job Purpose:
To compile, analyse and disseminate EAC trade data through preparation
of EAC Annual Trade reports plus uploading and managing trade data in
the EAC Trade Help Desk.

Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Compile, analyze and disseminate EAC Trade data through coordination of the preparation of EAC Annual Trade and Investment Reports to
feed into the Trade Help Desk;
2. Analyze trade flows within the region and suggest ways of improving
trade;
3. Manage the EAC Trade Help Desk/Trade Portal and upload trade data into the system for use by Policy Makers and Researchers;
4. Train Partner States’ officials on the use of EAC Trade Help Desk
and uploading of data;
5. Assist in preparation of the Departmental and Directorate annual budget;
6. Facilitate and offer technical guidance on areas of Internal Trade
in meetings including preparation and presentation of reports for
the meetings;
7. Following up on implementation of Council Directives/Decisions and prepare progress and annual reports;
8. Assisting in Resource Mobilization for operationalization of the EAC Trade Help Desk;
9. Helping in the management of the Partner States trade portals and harmonizing them with the EAC Trade Help Desk/Portal.
10. Work closely with the other ICT and Information-related departments in the Secretariat and Partner States to promote trade for the EAC.
11. Undertake any other related official duties assigned by supervisors
from time to time.

Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Economics, Law, Business
Administration, International Trade, or related field.
Masters’ Degree and a Specialized training in the field of trade data
analysis will be an added advantage.
Must have 5 years relevant experience in data collection, analysis and
reporting, preparation of Trade reports.

Skills and Competencies:
Possession of quantitative analytical skills, proficiency in the use of
Computers (Information Technology (IT) skills) and ability to provide
clear and objective advice and recommendations; Strong communication
skills, Knowledge of trade policy issues and regional integration;
Excellent report writing and presentation skills.

Eligibility:
Applicants from all Six Partner States are eligible to apply for this
position under East African Community – Secretariat.

Terms and Conditions of Service:
The above position is tenable for a contract of five (5) years renewable
once .

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

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 positions are advised to send their
applications, detailed curriculum vitae, photocopies of academic
certificates, names and contact details of three referees, and copy of
National Identity Card, or Birth Certificate or Passport showing date of
birth. 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.
Applications should be submitted to the address below not later
than *Friday, 21 July 2017.

Please note:*

1. You may submit your application either electronically or in hard
copy but not both.
2. Applications which do not: indicate nationality and age; 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
*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 mailto:vacancies@eachq.org
Website : www.eac.int

Application Deadline:
Friday, 21 July 2017 – 5:00pm

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