SOUTHERN AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY
EUROPEAN DEVELOPMENT FUND
REGIONAL POLITICAL COOPERATION PROGRAMME
VACANCIES
The SADC Secretariat invites suitably qualified, experienced, innovative, result
oriented and self-driven individuals who are nationals of SADC Member States to
apply for the following position under the Regional Political Cooperation
Programme tenable at the SADC Secretariat Headquarters.
1. Position: Programme Coordinator, SADC Regional Political Cooperation
Programme (RPC) – Job Grade 4
Main purpose of the job
To provide leadership of the overall management and effective implementation of the
Regional Political Cooperation Programme.
Key result areas
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Development and implementation of multi-annual and annual work plans
consistent with the SADC Planning Monitoring and Evaluation (SPME) policy
requirements
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Development of systems and procedures to aid the effective implementation
of the programme
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Effective and efficient management of the programme, including timely
mobilization of adequate financial, material and human resources.
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Timely production of periodic reports
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Assist and advise the Director OPDSC in the overall management of the
Contribution Agreement
Provide leadership in the overall implementation of the programme,
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Conduct periodic assessments of progress and risks to the achievement of
goals taking appropriate action where
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Ensure functional systems and processes are operational for the proper
financial and procurement management of the project
Position Requirements
Qualifications
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Master’s degree in Political Science, Development Studies/Science,
International Relations, Security Studies, or a suitably related Social Science
or Management discipline
Experience
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Minimum of 10 years of general work experience preferably in developing
countries.
At least 5 years of experience in a management position in the public,
private or non-State sectors
Experience in project monitoring and/or evaluation
Experience in at least one of the programme’s result areas – governance;
disaster risk reduction; conflict management; human trafficking.
Experience/knowledge of EU programmes/funding systems
Experience in EU contribution agreements (and/or budget support) is
desirable
Skills
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Excellent report writing skills
Fluent in spoken and written English
Knowledge of French or Portuguese would be an added advantage
Computer proficiency with commonly used packages like MS Word, Excel,
and Power Point and familiarity with data base management programmes.
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Tenure of Appointment:
The position is on a fixed term contract up to 30th June, 2017
Remuneration
The SADC Secretariat offers competitive package for all the positions as per detailed
below;
Job Grade
Average Package per Annum:
Job Grade 4
US$ 97,812
Submission of Applications
Applications must be submitted to:
The Executive Secretary
SADC Secretariat
P/Bag 0095
Gaborone
Botswana
ATTENTION: Director of Human Resources and Administration or apply to
[email protected]
Your application should accompany the following:
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);
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 applications on the day of
your interview.
Gender Mainstreaming
SADC is an equal opportunity employer and particularly encourage applications from
female candidates.
Closing Date: 30 October 2015:
If you are result oriented, you have passion for the transformation and
development of Southern Africa, and possess the competencies to meet the
new challenges, submit your application now!!!
Only applicants who meet the requirements of the SADC Secretariat and are being
considered for interview will be contacted. Should you not hear SADC Secretariat
within four weeks after closing date, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.
For further details on the position that you want to apply for, job profiles and SADC
Application Form, refer to the SADC Website: www.sadc.int.