The East African Community is a regional intergovernmental organization
comprising the Republic of Burundi, the Republic of Kenya, the Republic
of Rwanda, , Republic of South Sudan, the United Republic of Tanzania
and the Republic of Uganda with its Headquarters in Arusha, Tanzania.
The EAC mission is to widen and deepen economic, political, social and
cultural integration to improve the quality of life of the people of
East Africa through increased competitiveness, value added production,
trade and investments.
This is an exciting opportunity for highly motivated and result-driven
professionals who are citizens of East African Community Partner States
(Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania, and Uganda) to apply for
the following position tenable at East African Community-Secretariat.

*Organ / Institution: *The Secretariat
*Duty Station: *Arusha, Tanzania
*Job Grade: *P5
*Job reports to: *Director General (Customs and Trade)

Job Purpose:
To coordinate and manage the development, implementation and monitoring
of regional customs programmes and projects in the EAC for the effective
realization of a functioning Customs Union

Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Initiate, coordinate and manage the development of EAC customs
policies and strategies under the strategic leadership of the
Director General(Customs and Trade);
2. Lead and guide the development and monitor implementation of EAC
Customs laws, procedure manuals and guidelines including providing
technical interpretations of such instruments ;
3. Provide direction and in the implementation and consolidation of
the Single Customs Territory (SCT) in liaison with Customs
administrations of Partner States including but not limited to
strengthening interconnectivity of systems, sensitization and
training and full roll out of SCT;
4. Coordinate the development and implementation of consolidated annual
work/operations plans and ensure complimentarily of synergies and
cooperation within the sectors under supervision;
5. Manage and guide the undertaking of research and studies in priority
programme areas for the sectors under the directorate’s supervision;
6. Establish and maintain close working relationship with public and
private sector agencies and government bodies of Partner States in
the implementation of the Single Customs Territory;
7. Liaise with relevant bodies such as WCO, WTO, UNCTAD on matters
pertaining to customs and trade in the region and ensure
dissemination and implementation of international standards and
practices;
8. Provide technical direction and input on customs matters in trade
negotiations where EAC may be engaged;
9. Provide managerial support and technical advice related to the
sectors and staff under the directorate’s supervision;
10. Coordinate the convening of technical meetings and present reports
to the Policy organs for consideration including providing technical
guidance during the meetings.
11. Manage the development of the budget for the Directorate and in
liaison with Director Trade discuss the same with the Director
General(Customs and Trade) for consolidation, rationalization and
finalization prior to presentation to the next level;
12. Liaise with Staff under supervision of the directorate to develop
specific, measureable, accurate, realistic and time bond (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
under the directorate’s supervision;
13. Coordinate implementation of Council decisions and consolidate
progress and annual reports on status of implementation of the
Council decisions/directives assigned to directorate;
14. Make periodic reports and accountability on the performance of the
directorate to the Director General (Customs and Trade) and agree on
the areas to be prioritized;
15. Ensure close working relationship with the Directorate of Trade to
promote team work, enhance optimal utilization of resources,
efficiency and build synergies;
16. Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Secretary General
or Director General (Customs and Trade) from time to time.

Qualifications and Experience:
At least a Masters Degree in Economics, Customs, International Trade,
Law, Commerce, Business Administration or a related field. Must have
undertaken specialised training in Customs;
Minimum fifteen (15) years’ experience in a customs work, 8 years of
which should be at senior management level in customs related
environment. International exposure in customs matters will be an advantage

Skills and Competencies:
Must be able to provide technical and team leadership to the Directorate
of Customs, create a conducive and empowering work environment which
promotes creativity and innovation among staff, coach, mentor and
motivate staff, manage diversity, conflict and change; write proposals
and conduct Research, effectively communicate, have presentation,
conceptual, analytical, Planning, Negotiation, Networking, Judgement and
decision making skills. S/He must able to think and interact
strategically and innovatively while exercising sound judgment. Capable
of dealing with others appropriately and effectively.
Computer skills are a must while research, networking, planning,
teambuilding, management, leadership, analytical and negotiation skills
are desirable.

Eligibility:
EAC Staff Rules and Regulations preclude considerations of applicants
above 55 years of age

Terms and Conditions of Service:
The above position is tenable for a contract of five (5) years renewable
once .

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

Equal Opportunity:
The EAC is an equal opportunity employer; therefore, female candidates
are particularly encouraged to apply. EAC will only respond to those
candidates who strictly meet the set requirements.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates who meet the qualification and experience
requirements for the above mentioned positions are advised to send their
applications, detailed curriculum vitae, photocopies of academic
certificates, names and contact details of three referees, and copy of
National Identity Card, or Birth Certificate or Passport showing date of
birth. Please quote the respective reference number on both the
application letter and envelope. For electronic submission, please quote
the respective reference number on the subject of the email and send to
the address given below.
Applications should be submitted to the address below not later
than *Friday, 21 July 2017.

Please note:*

1. You may submit your application either electronically or in hard
copy but not both.
2. Applications which do not: indicate nationality and age; the
reference number; or have an application letter attached; have
certified copies of their academic degrees and other professional
Certificates; or fail to provide three referees will be disqualified.
3. Only qualified candidates will be contacted
4. EAC Staff Rules and Regulations preclude considerations of
applicants above 55 years of age.

Please note that EAC does not require candidates to pay money for the
recruitment process. All invitations for interviews will be done in writing
*The Secretary General
East African Community
P. o Box 1096
Arusha – Tanzania.
Tel: +255 27 2162100
Fax: +255 27 2162190
E-mail: vacancies@eachq.org mailto:vacancies@eachq.org
Website : www.eac.int

Application Deadline:
Friday, 21 July 2017 – 5:00pm