Latest Openings at East African Community

REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/09

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Initiate, coordinate and harmonise the development and implementation of strategies, policies and programs for Roads, Railways, Civil Aviation, Maritime, Information, Telecommunication Infrastructure and Meteorology.
• Coordinate the development and implementation of consolidated annual work/operations plans and ensure complementarity of synergies and cooperation within the sectors under the Directorate of Infrastructure;
• Promote and coordinate implementation of strategies and programs under his/her supervision to promote teamwork, enhance optimal utilization of resources, efficiency; build synergies, internal learning and cooperation; and minimize duplication of efforts between related sectors within and outside the Infrastructure Directorate;
• Provide managerial support and technical advice related to the sectors to staff under the Directorate of Infrastructure;
• Liaise with Directorate Staff to develop specific, measureable, accurate, realistic and time bound (SMART) performance indicators, monitor and evaluate individual Staff performance by ensuring that the EAC performance evaluation/appraisal and feedback process is applied to all staff in the Directorate;
• Identify policy gaps, initiate and facilitate research and studies in priority programme areas for the sectors under the Directorate of Infrastructure;
• Coordinate Implementation of Council decisions and consolidate progress and annual reports on status of implementation of the Council decisions/directives related to the Directorate of Infrastructure;
• Assist the East African Legislative Assembly in its oversight activities for projects and programmes under Infrastructure

Qualifications and Experience:

• Masters Degree in Transport Economics, Civil Aviation, Maritime, Telecommunication, Electronic Engineering or equivalent degree from a recognized University/Institution.
• A Post Graduate Qualification in Management will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 15 years in relevant field, 8 of which should be at Senior Management level.

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REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/10

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate efforts of all sectors for resource mobilization
• Develop strategies and plans for mobilizing national and international financial resources for the programmes of the Community;
• Assist in preparing project proposals for funding;
• Act as focal point for all fund-raising efforts of the organs of the Community;
• Ensure timely financial reports are prepared and submitted to Development Partners and other stakeholders;
• Establish a databank of potential funding partners and follow upon submitted proposals with relevant Development Partners;
• Coordinate exchange of relevant information and harmonizing process of fund-raising efforts of stakeholders;
• Evaluate and prepare consolidated Annual Reports on implementation of projects and programmes using development partners’ funds;
• Prepare periodic progress reports on resource utilization against plans of Directorates and Departments; and
• Promote a positive corporate culture and image of the EAC.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Masters Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Business Management or an equivalent degree from a recognized University/Institution.
• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience with five (5) years of which should be at Senior level with specific emphasis on resource mobilization and donor funding procedures.

Skills and Competencies:

• Analytical skills, negotiation skills, networking skills, management skills, project planning and development skills, tactful, computer skills, research skills, report writing skills, mobilization skills and coordination skills.

Eligibility for applications:

• Applicants from all EAC Partner States are eligible to apply for the above position

Terms and Conditions of Service :

• The above position is tenable for a contract of five (5) years renewable once.
• This position is subject to the application of the Quota System.

Fringe Benefits:

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

Education Qualifications: 

• All candidates applying must have qualifications that are recognized by the relevant national accreditation body in their respective Partner State. This condition is applicable for locally and internationally attained qualifications.
• All professions that require registration with the specific professional bodies will be expected to do so in compliance with the requirements of their respective Partner States. 

Relevant Working Experience: 

• Internship, training and apprenticeship will not be considered as relevant work experience. 

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REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/08

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and monitor projects and programmes in education, training, science and technology;
• Coordinate and harmonise education, training, Science and Technology programmes;
• Assist Partner States in coordinating their human resource policies and programmes;
• Assist Partner States in identifying and establishing EAC Centres of Excellence;
• Co-ordinate the development of harmonized syllabi, certification, training standards and accreditation of training institutions;
• Promote and strengthen collaboration of joint research, training and development of   science and technology;
• Promote the activities of Inter-University Council of East Africa;
• Collaborate with Partner States to put in place education and training programmes for people with special needs;
• Encourage and support participation of the private sector in the development of human resource; and
• Prepare progress and Council reports.

Qualifications and experience:

• A Master’s Degree in Education, Education Planning and Management, Development Economics, Human Resource Planning and Development or equivalent degree from a recognised University/Institution.
• 10 years of experience with 5 years at the Senior Level.

Skills and Competencies:

• Analytical, presentation, research, planning, management, supervisory, networking, negotiation, interpersonal, interactive, communication, and computer skills.

Eligibility for applications:

• Applicants from all EAC Partner States are eligible to apply for the above position.

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REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/19

Duties and responsibilities:

1. To guide on the convening and facilitation of the meetings of the Council of Ministers, the Sectoral Council of Ministers responsible for East African Community Affairs and the Sectoral Council on Legal and Judicial Affairs;
2. To record the deliberations and Minutes of the Meetings of the Council of Ministers and the said Sectoral Councils and to prepare reports thereof in consistent and serialized manner;
3. To follow-up implementation on decisions made by the Sectoral Council on Legal and Judicial Affairs matters and Council of Ministers; and
4. To prepare briefs for the Chairperson for the Council of Ministers and the Secretary General during policy organs' meetings.
5. Perform any other duties as may be assigned by Management

Qualifications and experience :

• Master’s Degree in Law (LLM) from a reputable University.
• A minimum of 8 years relevant experience.

Skills and competencies:

• Excellent report writing skills; Good communication and interpersonal skills;
• adequate computer skills. Experience in facilitating Board or Council Meetings.

Eligibility for applications:

Applicants from all EAC Partner States are eligible to apply for the above position.

Terms and Conditions of Service:

• The above position is tenable for a contract of five (5) years renewable once.
• This position is subject to the application of the Quota System.

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REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/24

Duties and responsibilities of the Procurement Specialist:

The Procurement Specialist will develop and implement a cost effective procurement management system for the EAC-PSSIP, including procurement plans in accordance with the AfDB Rules and Procedures. The duties and functions of the Procurement Specialist will include, but not limited to:

1. Set up systems for procurement planning, implementation, monitoring and documentation for the EAC-PSSIP as per required standards;
2. Carrying out tendering processes for procurement of goods and services in accordance with the AfDB Rules and Procedures;
3. Initiation, preparation and update procurement plans in consultation with the EAC-PSSIP National Core Project Team;
4. Advice the project team at all stages of procurement process to ensure that the EAC-PSSIP procurement activities are carried out in accordance with the provision of the grant agreement and the Project Appraisal Report;
5. Guidance and coordination of the collection of inputs for preparing terms of reference (TORs), technical specifications, requests for proposals (RFP) and bidding documents;
6. Advising the evaluation committee members in the evaluation of the bidding documents and proposals in accordance with the AfDB Rules and Procedures;
7. Preparing evaluation reports and recommendations for contract awards, technical evaluation reports and combined evaluation reports, including obtaining the necessary EAC internal clearances and AfDB’s no-objection;
8. Coordination and administration of preparation and issuance of General Procurement Notice (GPN), requests for Expressions of Interest,   advertisements of bid opportunities, issuing bid documents to the prospective bidders;
9. Provide guidance on public bid opening sessions as well as providing clarifications where necessary;
10. Ensure publication of award of contract;
11. Handle any complaints relating to the procurement process;
12. Drafting minutes of contract and preparing contracts for signature;
13. Advise on contract administration;
14. Development, compilation and maintaining information on material and service costs, suppliers and products;
15. Raising of Local Purchase Orders;
16. Maintaining and ensuring safe custody of procurement records;
17. Attend to procurement queries, disputes and complaints and report on contract awards and progress in accordance with the EAC- PSSIP; and
18. Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Project Manager.

Qualification and experience  

To be qualified for the position, the candidate must meet the minimum required qualifications and experience:

1. Must have a Master’s degree, from a recognized University, in either Procurement, Management, Economics, Business Administration, Engineering or any other related field;
2. Must have professional of Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply certification (MCIPS) or other equivalent certification;
3. Must have at least 10 years’ experience in executing procurement activities at national, regional or international bodies
4. Must have served at Senior Procurement/ Management level
5. Demonstrable understanding of the public procurement laws;
6. Must be computer literate in the use of word processor, spreadsheets and any other applications used in the procurement function;
7. At least 5 years proven working experience with Multilateral Development Bank (MDB) funded projects
8. Working experience with AfDB funded projects is added advantage.

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REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/07

Duties and responsibilities:

1. Managing and providing support for the Capital Markets Infrastructure (CMI) information systems;
2. Coordinating and overseeing smooth operations of the CMI information systems;
3. Ensuring compliance to the CMI Operational rules and procedures by all participants;
4. Training new users on basic CMI network functions, CMI system access and software programs as needed;
5. Managing business operations continuity requests for the CMI;
6. Installing and when necessary upgrading the database servers and application tools of the CMI as and when necessary;
7. Plan database upgrades by maintaining, evaluating, and improving a transaction processing model of the CMI;
8. Assess database performance of the CMI by developing a protocol for measurement of results and identification of problem areas;
9. Regular improvement of the CMI databases, applications and network performance by monitoring their performance;
10. Evaluating and resolving processing and programming problems, and designing database management tools;
11. Allocating the CMI system storage and planning future storage requirements for the database systems;
12. Ensuring security of the CMI databases by preparing access and control policies and procedures and facilitating implementation of the disaster recovery procedures;
13. Supporting the CMI application design by contributing expertise to applications, operations, and technical support teams in the Partner States Capital Markets;
14. Ensuring compliance with the CMI database vendor license agreement;
15. Ensuring CMI operational safety and resilience;
16. Promoting the Capital Markets integration agenda; and
17. Manage the resources within the CMI Operations office.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A Master’s degree or its equivalent in Computer Science, IT and/or related fields. A professional qualification in related fields will be an added advantage e.g. Certified UNIX Administrator or Microsoft certified engineer.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience, at middle-level management or above, working in: central banks Central Depository Systems environment, Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) database environment, or Automatic Trading Systems. Experience in implementing Capital Markets Systems will be added advantage.
• Experience and demonstrated knowledge of Oracle relational database systems, database logic knowledge and report writing skills are required.

Skills and competencies:

The person should have strong knowledge and experience in implementing regional Capital Markets Systems. In addition, knowledge in business reengineering and processes will be required.

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Duties and Responsibilities :

1. Process staff payroll. This entails updating the payroll by ensuring that all deductions and refunds to staff through the salaries are done.
2. Maintain and update staff bank details for salary payments;
3. Process monthly payroll by ensuring that that employees are paid salaries by the 24th of each month;
4. Prepare journal import for posting salaries to sun system;
5. Calculate and deposit gratuity for staff on a monthly basis;
6. Make payments to suppliers. This entails receiving invoices from admissions office and process payments, advance payment for life insurance and medical cover, check all lodged documents and respective invoicees to confirm validity and approval before processing payment;
7. Initiate payment vouchers and forwarding them for checking by other officers;
8. Process payments and allowances to staff Including payment of gratuity to staff upon completion of contract, salary advances and house advances, leave allowance, settlement allowance, Airtime, per diems, imprests and fund for retirement among others;
9. Reconcile suppliers accounts, housing and salary advances accounts and current accounts
10. Prepare periodic and submit monthly and weekly reports on outstanding suppliers' invoiceses, housing advances outstanding, salary advances outstanding, salaries and gratuity for staff payable to the bank;
11. Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Management from time to time .

Qualifications and Experience:

• Undergraduate Degree in Accounts or finance, Business Administration with CPA II / ACCA II or relevant accounting certification.
• Minimum of 5 years working in an accounting environment.

Skills and competencies:

Competency in Accounting systems, Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Attention to detail and ability to multi-task. High level of integrity

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REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/11

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provide administrative and technical support to the Judge President and other judges
2. Coordinate and administer the day to day administrative functions of the East Africa Court of Justice, including Financial, Human Resource management, procurement, etc. in accordance with the EAC rules, regulations and procedures; 
3. Coordinate dissemination of information, public relations activities concerning the  Court and its activities  and ensure  that this information is  made accessible to Partner States, the national courts of justice, professional associations, law societies, faculties and schools of law and  the media; 
4. Establish and maintain liaison with other Organs of the Community 
5. Participate in the recruitment of Staff for the EACJ
6. Supervise Court Staff
7. Ensure adherence to the law in the interpretation, application and compliance with the Treaty; 
8. Coordinate implementation of Council decisions relating to the operation of the Court and consolidate progress and annual reports on status of implementation of the Council decisions/directives;
9. Sub-Accounting officer for the EACJ by preparing and presenting the Courts budget and approving expenditures among others; 
10. Custodian of the seal of the Court and maintain Court records, documents and publications of the Court; 
11. Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Judge President from time to time. 

Minimum Job Requirements: 

Academic and Professional Qualifications:

• Applicants should be holders of a Master’s degree in Law (LLM) from a recognized University and must be qualified to hold such a high Judicial Office in their respective EAC Partner States.

Work Experience:

• Must be a qualified  Lawyer registered to practice Law with a minimum of 15 years relevant experience, 8 of which should be at Senior level in a busy Court environment. 

Key Competencies:

• Must be able to provide Strategic and team leadership to the EACJ team, manage diversity, write proposals and conduct Research,  have good communication, presentation, conceptual, analytical, Planning, Negotiation, Networking, Judgment and decision-making skills. S/He must be Computer literate.  

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REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/13

Duties and responsibilities:

1. Analyze, design, develop, implement and maintain software applications in accordance with established EAC IT standards.
2. Analyze user needs in order to develop or modify website software systems.
3. Develop and maintain EACJ website and coordinate with other players to ensure the website’s smooth operations.
4. Prepare and maintain up to date user manuals.
5. Evaluate existing information systems and procedures and recommend solutions for improvement.
6. Test and implement new and revised application software systems to ensure that they meet user requirements.
7. Provide software maintenance and technical support.
8. Develop and implement proper backup procedures for data files stored on EAC servers and maintain up to date electronic backup copies at an offsite location;
9. Provide computer training and user support to ensure that existing technology is best utilized.

Qualifications and experience:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecommunications, Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized University plus relevant professional qualifications.
• 5 years of experience in designing, developing and maintaining ICT systems.

Skills and competencies:

• Team building skills, networking skills, public relations, customer care, training skills,
• Computer skills, supervisory skills.

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REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/18

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Support the Assembly to establish effective research, documentation and information dissemination systems.
2. Document and disseminate on-going research findings
3. Provide support to staff and Members of the Assembly in building in-house research
4. Conduct research and write papers on varied subjects for the use of the Committees of the Assembly.
5. Organize and catalogue the work and output of the Assembly.
6. Provide service to Standing Committees as and when necessary.
7. Perform any other duties as may be assigned by Management.

Qualifications and Experience:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Social sciences or related fields.
2. Minimum five (5) years relevant work experience in the field of research in a busy and reputable organization.
3. Postgraduate qualifications in research methods and knowledge of computer-based statistical packages will be an added advantage.

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REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/21

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provide secretarial and administrative assistance to the Speaker.
2. Receive, refer and direct visitors appropriately.
3. Maintain office diary and draft responses to some correspondences as agreed with Speaker.
4. Maintain an effective work relationship with internal workers/employees, professionals and the general public.
5. Maintain an up to date diary.
6. Arrange appointments and meetings as appropriate.
7. Create and maintain appropriate records and filing sub-system.
8. In liaison with the Registry, handle incoming and outgoing correspondence.
9. Arrange for Agendas and programmes for meetings
10. Take and transcribe dictation.
11. Draft correspondence, memoranda etc.
12. Promote a positive corporate culture and image of the EAC.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Diploma in Secretarial Studies or equivalent. Skills in typing of at least 50wpm, and Shorthand speed of 100 wpm.
• 10 years of experience management a busy office at senior level.

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REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/14

Duties and responsibilities:

1. Liaise with the Deputy Executive Secretary (Research) and the Principal Health Officer (Operational and Applied Research) to coordinate the development and implementation of health research activities and work plans in collaboration with the EAC Partner States’ National Health Research and Academic Institutions and other stakeholders and partners;
2. Liaise with the Deputy Executive Secretary (Research) to develop and/or solicit for clinical research project proposals and market them to sponsors for funding;
3. Provide clinical research-based technical expertise to health policy analysis and development;
4. Develop clinical research materials and guidelines for presentation and distribution to health research stakeholders in the EAC Partner States;
5. Perform any other relevant duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Deputy Executive Secretary (Research), the Governing Board of the East African Community Health Research Commission (EACHRC), the EAC Sectoral Council of Ministers of Health and/or the EAC Council of Ministers from time to time.

Academic qualifications and experience:

• A Master’s degree in Health Sciences. A post graduate qualification in clinical research will be an added advantage;
• Relevant working experience of at least ten (10) years in clinical research or related fields with five (5) of which must at senior level;
• Must have published at least two (2) articles in international peer review journals, with at least one (1) article as the first or lead author.

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REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/21

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Manage the Executive Secretary’s Office and Diary
2. Provide secretarial support services to the staff of the East African Community Health Research Commission (EACHRC)
3. Receive and distribute incoming correspondence and download and route electronic mail of the East African Community Health Research Commission (EACHRC).
4. Type memos, letters, reports and other documents as may be required
5. Arrange meetings, take and prepare meeting minutes, draft letters
6. Design and develop administrative systems and policies of the Initiative
7. Coordinate provision of adequate and equitable allocation of support services (human resource, logistic and administrative support) to the staff of the East African Community Health Research Commission (EACHRC).
8. Maintain and update Human Resources records of the Commission.
9. Supervise the provision of administrative services and logistical support to staff i.e. vehicles and office consumables and welfare
10. Facilitate maintenance of vehicles, office equipment, plant and installations
11. Facilitate timely procurement and delivery of goods, services and works
12. Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Executive Management and Administration of the East African Community Health Research Commission (EACHRC).

Qualifications and Experience:

• Diploma in Secretarial Studies or equivalent. Skills in typing of at least 50wpm, and Shorthand speed of 100 wpm.
• 10 years of experience management a busy office at senior level.

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REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/16

Duties and responsibilities:

1. Lead the development, coordination & execution of a regional innovation strategy including formulation of mechanisms for the identification, promotion and growth of special talents in Science and Technology with particular emphasis on the youth and gender parity;
2. Facilitate and drive innovation outcomes with emphasis on projects that may include patentable and/or game changing solutions to solve regional development challenges as well as coordinating with other innovation groups outside the region;
3. Identify opportunities for partnerships & drive development of those relationships (joint ventures, strategic partnerships, innovation accelerators, etc.);
4. Identify and leverage opportunities for technological development and acquisition;
5. Coordinate the design of programs/projects for the promotion, use and development of indigenous knowledge and leverage the potential of applicable research;
6. Evaluate and recommend relevant new/emerging technologies and facilitate their dissemination and adoption;
7. Formulate and facilitate the implementation of programs to promote regional science, technology and innovation centres and parks in the Community;
8. Ensure that innovative technology solutions are communicated and demonstrated through relevant mechanisms including conferences, exhibitions and other fora;
9. Work with relevant partners to develop mechanisms for management of intellectual property in the Community;
10. Participate in preparation of Progress reports, work plans and budgets for the Commission.
11. Perform other related duties assigned by the Deputy Executive Secretary, Programme Development.

Qualifications and experience:

• Advanced degree (at least Masters Level) in a relevant field of Science and Technology. Other relevant qualifications related to Project management and/or business management will be an advantage.
• 10+ years’ experience in Science and Technology field, science policy and/or scientific research with at least 5 years at a senior level;
• Experience in program/project planning and management and in developing project proposals;
• Knowledge of EAC partner states science, technology and innovation strengths and capabilities is a plus.

Skills and competencies:

1. Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks with the ability to meet stated deadlines,
2. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop a wide range of high-level contacts within academia, industry, government and civil society;
3. Must possess analytical and problem solving skills,
4. Self-starter with excellent organizational skills and a proven ability to work independently with little guidance and oversight in a fast-paced environment;
5. Excellent writing and oral communication skills, able to produce clear, concise reports, and to present complex concepts to non-expert audiences;
6. Reliable, positive and effective team player with a track record working in multi-disciplinary teams and delivering results through collaboration;
7. Demonstrated enthusiasm for science, emerging technologies and the internationalization of science;
8. Advanced skills in computer software applications.

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REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/15

Duties and responsibilities:

1. Lead the formulation of Regional Scientific Research Policies including mechanisms to safeguard the region from hazards that might result from research activities and the application of Science and Technology;
2. Formulate mechanisms for promoting the further development of regional Scientific Research Centres of Excellence;
3. Coordinate the design and implementation of common ethical guidelines for research and its application in the community;
4. Lead and coordinate regional collaborative scientific research for the benefit of the development agenda of the Community including working with relevant partners to guide regional research objectives to target development challenges in the community;
5. Identify opportunities for strategic partnerships with academia, industry, government and civil society & drive development of those relationships;
6. Formulate and implement mechanisms to support the dissemination, exchange and utilization of scientific research findings, scientific information and products from scientific research in the Community;
7. Assist with fundraising efforts for new regional initiatives in scientific research
8. Collaborate with relevant actors to synthesize available scientific research into actionable insights and development-focused innovation concepts, and leverage the potential of applicable research;
9. Liaise with relevant partners to promote and support skills development for Science, Mathematics, Engineering and Technology, with focus on the regional needs;
10. Monitor and evaluate the implementation of regional (EAC) Science and Technology efforts and policies including the further development of regional indicators;
11. Participate in preparation of work plans and budget for the Commission;
12. Perform other related duties assigned by the Deputy Executive Secretary, Programme Development.

Qualifications and experience:

• PhD in a relevant field of Science, with additional qualifications in Research and Development;
• 10+ years' of experience working in a Scientific Research Organization with 5 years at senior level;
• Proven track record of high quality academic and/or policy publications
• Experience in data/information management and utilization of scientific research findings.
• Knowledge of technical concepts related to program planning and management, research and survey methodology;
• Experience in developing project proposals.

Skills and competencies:

• Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks with the ability to meet stated deadlines;
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to develop a wide range of high-level contacts within academia, industry, government and civil society;
• Must possess analytical and problem solving skills,
• Self-starter with excellent organizational skills and a proven ability to work
• independently with little guidance and oversight in a fast-paced environment ;
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills in English, able to produce clear,
• concise reports, and to present complex concepts to non-expert audiences;
• Reliable, positive and effective team player with a track record working in multidisciplinary teams and delivering results through collaboration;
• Advanced skills in computer software applications.

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REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/12

Main Purpose of the Job:

To coordinate efficient financial resource utilization and ensure that all payments are made in compliance with rules and regulations

Duties and responsibilities:

1. Interpret and render advice on all the policies and regulations of the Community pertaining to financial management;
2. Undertake management accounting and preparation of final accounts and statements;
3. Authorize payment and maintaining financial contribution records;
4. Prepare and submit annual budgets, work plans and demand notes;
5. Implement recommendations arising out of audit reports;
6. Ensure accuracy of the monthly payroll;
7. Negotiate bank commission rates and fixed deposit interest rates;
8. Monitor financial utilization of funds on bank accounts;
9. Reconcile and maintain of General ledger accounts;
10. Provide accurate, timely, reliable financial information as well as timely submission of annual financial statements of accounts; and
11. Perform other related duties assigned by the Deputy Executive Secretary.

Key Qualifications and Experience:

• A Masters’ degree in Finance or Accounting or equivalent qualification from a recognised university with certification in any of the following: Chartered Accountant (ACCA/ACA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Minimum ten (10) years relevant experience, with five (5) years at a senior level,

Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to operate modern accounting software,
• Proficiency in computerized accounting packages
• Very good communication skills (verbal, written and presentation);
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills;
• In-depth experience of accounting principles and international accounting standards (IPSA); Proficiency in Computerized accounting packages (Sunsystems)

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REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/20

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Managing the Executive Office, provide secretarial services and securing of office and information
2. Providing administrative support for official travel arrangement, including itinerary arrangement, clearance, tickets and other necessary travel documents.
3. Arranging for timely requisition of office supplies and stores
4. Facilitating information sharing between various directorates, departments and stakeholders
5. Preparing briefing materials for meetings and appointments and taking minutes.
6. Receiving, attending to and directing clients and ensure good customer relations
7. Managing and updating office diary, arranging for appointments and meetings and following up on deadlines, commitments made and action taken.
8. Creating and maintaining appropriate record and filing sub systems for the office
9. Transcribing and drafting official correspondences and memoranda
10. Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Diploma in Secretarial Studies or equivalent. Skills in typing of at least 50wpm, and Shorthand speed of 100 wpm.
• 10 years of experience management a busy office at senior level.

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REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/22

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Facilitating, coordinating and harmonizing translations into and out of Kiswahili.
2. Assisting Partner States to set up training centers for Kiswahili interpreters and translators
3. Surveying, monitoring, harmonizing and encouraging the development of Kiswahili for information, communication and technological functions and usage
4. Providing translation and interpretation services to promote the use of Kiswahili in the various EAC activities in the Partner States to enhance a common identity
5. Advocating for the use of Kiswahili as the preferred language of wider communication within the community and beyond
6. Promoting the use of Kiswahili in the conduct of official business and public life within the community
7. Undertaking relevant studies to facilitate policy development in the specific sectors of the Commission
8. Assist in timely preparation of the required departmental work plans and reports
9. Enhancing a positive corporate culture and image of the Commission
10. Undertaking such other activities meant to further the Commission’s objectives as may be decided from time to time

Qualifications and Experience:

• A Master’s degree in Linguistics specializing in Kiswahili or equivalent qualifications from a recognized university
• At least eight (8) years of experience, of which three (3) should be at Senior Level in a relevant field;
• Proven experience in Translation, Interpretation and Advocacy  
• Ability in Program Planning, Implementation, Coordination, Monitoring and Evaluation

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REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/17

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Review procurement policies of the Commission and make appropriate recommendations for consideration.
2. Initiate Preparation of Annual procurement Plan for the Commission
3. Maintain the Supplies Manual for the supplies staff of the Community
4. Receive and review requisitions for clarity and adequacy of specifications/ to ensure that bidders will be able to respond to the quotation appropriately
5. Receive and process purchase requisitions from user departments
6. Group the requests and into homogeneous categories and identify sources of supply
7. Originate tender documents for approval
8. Advice user departments on procurement guidelines in areas such as drawing specifications and terms of reference right.
9. Prepare minutes and reports of procurement committee meetings
10. Initiate draft notification of awards and regret letters
11. Prepare procurement transactions and provide a liaison link between suppliers and user departments
12. Follow-up and expedite deliveries
13. Carry out inspections to assess utilization and control of supplies
14. Update and maintain a database of suppliers
15. Update and maintain records of all procurement transactions
16. Initiate preparation of annual procurement report.
17. Forward certified invoices to Finance department for payment
18. Perform any other duties as assigned by the Management from time to time

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/ Procurement and Supplies or equivalent.
• Minimum of five years of relevant practical experience in the field of Procurement for Goods and Services .

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REF: EAC/HR/2022-23/06

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Develop internal audit policies and strategies for the Commission.
2. Carry out systematic reviews of all systems and internal controls as per the established policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
3. Vouch payment and other documents before processes are completed.
4. Prepare annual stock taking instructions.
5. Participate in the annual stock taking exercise to ensure the Commission's assets are safeguarded.
6. Carry out management audits and participate in physical inspection and verification of assets during Board of Survey.
7. Carry out spot checks on stock records and physical stores.
8. Arrange for annual audit exercises and investigations as may be required.
9. Participate in Investments Committee, Board of Survey and Procurement Committee meetings.
10. Prepare periodic internal audit reports and the Annual Audit Reports.
11. Liaise with the Principal Internal Auditor at the EAC Secretariat and Audit Commission on all audit matters relating to the Commission; and
12. Promote a positive corporate culture and image of the EAC.

Qualifications and experience:

• A Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or MBA with a bias in Auditing plus Professional Qualifications in Accounting, Auditing, Chartered Accounting Chartered Certified Accounting, Certified Accountant CPA (T), CPA (K), or CPA (U) or other related professional qualification.
• 10 years of experience in auditing with five (5) years at senior level.