PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION
The Manager Finance and Administration shall ensure the operation of effective system of control of the Company’s assets and liabilities. He/She shall provide financial and management accounting services for the Company including budgeting and budgetary control.
Also shall develop effective policies, procedures and systems for the recruitment, development and retention of personnel with requisite skills required by the Company. Develop and maintain good public and industrial relations and provides competent advice to management in personnel training and welfare.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage the full range of the Company’s finance and administration functions in accordance with the approved rules and regulations;
Ensures sound financial management practices are developed and maintained;
Plan a sound capital structure so that a balance is maintained between debt and equity capital;
Provides effective financial control systems on all capital projects by liaising fully with other managers;
Prepares and controls Company plans and budgets related to provision of accommodation, capital equipment’s, house-hold and office supplies and services;
Keep proper books of accounts including preparation of periodic/annual reports, management reports and statements;
Prepare annual human resources budget and plans for effective utilization of staff;
Develop human resources policies and guidelines for effective management of staff;
Develop comprehensive succession plan for enhancement of company’s plan;
Develop appropriate staff training plan;
Arranges for insurance and security of Company’s properties and assets in liaison with other heads of departments / units and in particular the Legal unit;
Coordinates and arranges for outsourced services for the Company;
Ensures staff requirements for various positions are reflected in the company strategic plan;
Ensures the development and maintenance of staff pension and retirement benefit schemes, smooth and adequate provision of Medicare;
Develops and manage company’s incentive schemes include salary administration
Administers and coordinate Human Resources (HR) in accordance with company’s procedures; and
Performs any other related duties as may be assigned by Superiors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Holder of a Master Degree in Business / Public Administration and CPA (T) or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution. Specialization in international finance shall be an added advantage

WORKING EXPERIENCE
At least 10 years working experience in which 3 years must be at senior level in relevant field. Proven high administrative and managerial ability in the oil and gas industry is essential.
DESIRED ATIRIBUTES AND COMPETENCES
Must be visionary, proactive and foward looking;
Must be innovative and results oriented;
Must have the ability to maintain a multi- task focus;
Must be consumer oriented and focused on strategic stakeholders;
Must demonstrate integrity and professionalism;
Must demonstrate ability to handle community relationships, disputes and conflicts arising from investments in different locations;
Must be able to deal effectively with demanding situation and to respond with speed;
Must be able to work independently and under tight time schedules;
Must be able to manage continuity, change and transition
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
MODE OF APPLICATION
Interested and suitable candidates should submit their application letters along with their curriculum vitae, indicating current e-mail and telephone contacts
Certified copies of relevant certificates and one recent passport size photograph should be attached to their application letters
Each applicant must provide names and contact details of two reputable referees
Applications without relevant documents will not be considered
Only short listed candidates will be contacted’ .
Applications must reach the undersigned by REGISTERED MAIL on or before 5th of June 2015: –

The Managing Director
Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation
Benjamin William Mkapa Towers
Jamhuri/Azikiwe Road

P.O. Box 2774
Dar esSalaam
Tanzania