ATE is seeking for an Officer with substantial experience and knowledge in legal matters especially labour laws and with experience working with the business community preferably in Mwanza. S/he will work to develop and implement ATE’s programme of activities in the Mwanza Zonel Office in order to advance the work of ATE in Mwanza and neighboring regions (Shinyanga, Simiyu, Geita, Mara and Kagera).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Developing and implementing ATEs’ work in the zone including:
• Providing general legal advice with regards to the new labour law and assistance on labour laws and employers rights to ATE members in Arusha and neighboring regions and to potential members;
• Providing legal advice in cases in which the organisation intervenes, assists, or is otherwise involved in the assistance of its members;
• Working in close collaboration with ATE Offices in Dar es Salaam regarding legal matters – referring cases to the Dar es Salaam Office where necessary;
• Facilitating the dissemination of information about recent labour market developments;
• Implementing ATE’s campaign on making ATE more visible;
• Developing and implementing other activities in response to regional needs and in accordance with ATE’s overall mandate. Such activities include the provision of training and information on Labour laws and Human Resources Development and Management;
• Preparing and contributing to ATE’s newly launched newsletter, briefing papers and to the website;
• Undertaking awareness-raising activities of new developments on the labour market.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
• Degree from any recognised University
• Working knowledge of employment and labour matters a must. Knowledge of labour laws an added advantage
• Over 3 years work experience in legal field in Tanzania;
• Knowledge of the Business environment in Mwanza and neighboring regions (Shinyanga, Simiyu, Geita, Mara and Kagera) an added advantage;
• An excellent communicator with excellent negotiation and networking skills;
• Must be computer literate.

REMUNERATION:
Attractive package will be offered to the right candidates.

METHOD OF APPLICATION:
For consideration, please submit your detailed CV, names of three referees (not relatives), copies of certificates, testimonials and a cover letter to reach the undersigned by 8th May 2015.
Executive Director, Association of Tanzania Employers, SSTL Group Building, 1st Floor, Dunga Street, Kinondoni, Block 42, P.O. Box 2971, Dar es Salaam. Or send your application via Email to: info@ate.or.tz