2. Program Director, Economic Development and Regional Integration

Job type: Full-time

• Post: Program Director, Economic Development and Regional Integration
• Reports to: Executive Secretary through the Deputy Executive Secretary
• Organisation: International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR)
• Languages: English, Kiswahili, or French mandatory; Portuguese, Arabic are added advantages
• Eligibility: Citizens of 12 member states of ICGLR
• Opportunity Type: Contract (3-year contract, renewable once based on satisfactory performance)
• Relevant Experience: 15 years minimum
• Expected Start Date: March 2025
• Job Location: ICGLR Conference Secretariat, Bujumbura, Burundi
• Salary Scale: P5

Background:
The role of the Program Director, Economic Development and Regional Integration, involves managing the economic development programs within the region. The Director will be responsible for fostering regional cooperation and integration, facilitating economic growth, and strengthening partnerships.

Job Summary:
This position ensures that the economic development programs and regional integration efforts are implemented successfully, working closely with member states and regional organizations to achieve economic cohesion across the Great Lakes region.

Specific Tasks & Duties:

• Serve as the contact person for all economic development and regional integration programs.
• Initiate and implement economic development projects and programs for the ICGLR.
• Develop project proposals, mobilize resources, and secure funding for projects.
• Supervise staff and coordinate activities across the EDRI department.
• Monitor budgets and ensure effective resource utilization.
• Foster and maintain partnerships with regional and international organizations.
• Prepare reports for management on the progress of programs and projects.

Candidate Profile:

• Master’s degree in Economics, Business Administration, or any related field.
• Minimum 15 years of professional experience in regional development and economic integration.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with a proven track record in coordinating large projects.
• Ability to manage multinational teams and work in a multicultural environment.

General Application Procedures:

• All applicants must have the ability to coach and transfer knowledge to subordinates and colleagues.
• Computer literacy (in data management, word, and spreadsheet applications).
• Applicants must be Tanzanian citizens aged between 35 and 55 years.
• Female candidates are encouraged to apply, as the ICGLR is highly committed to gender balance.
• Applicants must submit a detailed CV (not more than five (5) pages), the names and contact details of three (3) referees, a covering letter indicating the position/title on the subject line, certified copies of relevant academic certificates, and a copy of their national passport showing the date of birth.
• Applications that do not include evidence (passport bio-page showing nationality and age), a covering letter, or certified copies of relevant documents will be disqualified.
• The presentation of forged certificates and other false information will lead to legal action.
• Interested candidates who meet the qualifications and experience requirements for any of the above positions should submit their signed applications via email: dhrd.tc@utumishi.go.tz or send them to:
  The Permanent Secretary,
  President’s Office, Public Service Management and Good Governance,
  Mtumba Government City, Utumishi Street,
  P.O. Box 670, DODOMA.
• The deadline for applications is 20th December, 2024.

Released by:
PERMANENT SECRETARY
PRESIDENT’S OFFICE, PUBLIC SERVICE MANAGEMENT AND GOOD GOVERNANCE