THE UNITED REPUBLIC OF TANZANIA
PRESIDENT’S OFFICE
PUBLIC SERVICE MANAGEMENT AND GOOD GOVERNANCE

10th December, 2024
REF. No.CDC.331/580/011E
VACANCIES ANNOUNCEMENT

On behalf of the Secretariat International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR), the President’s Office — Public Service Management and Good Governance (PO-PSMGG), invites dynamic and suitably qualified Tanzanians to fill three (3) vacancies:

• • Program Director, Peace and Security
  • Program Director, Economic Development and Regional Integration
  • Legal Advisor

As follows:

1. Program Director, Peace and Security

Job type: Full-time

• Post: Program Director, Peace and Security
• 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 is an added advantage
• 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 regarding security:
The Conference Follow-up Mechanism (RFM) and the States of the Great Lakes Region have an important vested interest in the maintenance of peace and security. The Program Director, Peace and Security, is tasked with ensuring the region’s governments work towards fulfilling the peace and security objectives of the ICGLR.

Job Summary:
The Program Director’s role involves managing peace and security programs within the Secretariat, working with ICGLR member states to promote security and stability across the region.

Specific Tasks & Duties:

• • Act as the primary contact for all peace and security-related programs.
  • Facilitate and promote peace and security projects, assisting in the initiation and implementation of peace and security protocols.
  • Monitor and report on the progress of projects in the peace and security cluster.
  • Organize and oversee meetings and seminars related to peace and security.
  • Work closely with international and regional partners such as the AU, UN, and the World Bank.
  • Maintain a database related to peace and security matters.
  • Prepare and present reports on the progress of peace and security programs.

Candidate Profile:

• At least a Master’s degree from a recognized institution in law, economics, peace studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 15 years of relevant experience in peace and security project management.
• Strong leadership skills, professionalism, and reliability.
• The candidate should not have worked for more than three years in the ICGLR member states.
• Familiarity with international peace-keeping projects and negotiations is an advantage.

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