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Contents About TradeMark East Africa
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Qualification, skills and experience
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The Role
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How to Apply
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Roles and Responsibilities
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About Oxford HR
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About TradeMark East Africa TradeMark East Africa (TMEA) is an aid-for-trade organisation that was established with the aim of growing prosperity in East Africa through increased trade. TMEA operates on a not-for-profit basis and is funded by the development agencies of the following countries: Belgium, Canada, Denmark, European Union, Finland, Ireland, the Netherlands, Norway, United Kingdom, and United States of America. TMEA works closely with East African Community (EAC) institutions, national governments, the private sector and civil society organisations. TMEA, with an annual expenditure of around US$100 million, is now the leading aid-for-trade facility in the world. TMEA has its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya with vibrant and successful operations in EAC (Arusha), Burundi (Bujumbura),Democratic Republic of Congo (Bukavu),
Ethiopia and the Horn (Addis Ababa & Hargeisa), Rwanda (Kigali), South Sudan (Juba), Tanzania (Dar es salaam) and Uganda (Kampala). The first phase of TMEA delivered exceptional results which directly contributed to substantial gains in East Africa’s trade and regional integration environment in terms of reduced transit times, improved border efficiency, and reduced barriers to trade. We are now in the second phase and we aim to deliver even more large-scale impact to maximise the potential benefits of aid-for-trade interventions which lead to sustainable and inclusive prosperity through job creation, poverty reduction and enhanced economic welfare. To find out more, please visit our website.
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The Role TMEA is seeking to recruit a dynamic and visionary individual with previous Board and strategic leadership experience, professional networks and regional influence to join TMEA’s Board as a Non-Executive Director. Members of the Board will oversee the strategy, policy, and direction of TMEA, and so assist with the achievement of the organisation’s mission and objectives. This will include active participation in the Board and its committees, performing non-executive duties, and exercising the powers and functions which the Board may assign to the Board Member. Board meetings are held quarterly, and committee meetings will be held in conjunction with full Board meetings as required.
TMEA aims to have a diverse board and is therefore seeking an individual with expertise in audit, finance and/or risk. This appointment will be for three years from 1 June 2020 until 30 May 2023. Appointments are renewable once for a further 3 years, subject to satisfactorily completing annual performance reviews.
Time Commitment:
Not likely to be less than 20 days a year on Board and Committee meetings, plus additional time spent on representational duties.
Remuneration:
US$20,000 per annum
Location:
Flexible with occasional travel for Board meetings and occasional visits to countries in which TMEA operates.
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Roles and Responsibilities Specific roles and responsibilities include: • Understand and demonstrate a commitment to TMEA’s vision, mission, objectives, and operations, and keep up to date with issues and trends that may affect the organisation. • Through regular engagement with TMEA’s donors, understand the context in which TMEA and its donors operate, in particular, appreciate the strategic role of the TMEA Council and the public interest in the effective use of development assistance. • Undertake representational duties as necessary including participating in key strategic events and engaging with senior donor officials and key regional stakeholders. • Actively participate in Board and designated Board committee meetings including preparing for these meetings by studying documents, agreements and other papers provided. • Review TMEA Strategy, TMEA Business Plan and policies and ensure that TMEA operates in a manner that is consistent with the TMEA Constitution, and applicable legal and regulatory requirements. • Ensure the effective management of TMEA’s risk profile. • Accept fiduciary and other responsibilities as required by companies’ legislation. • Understand and monitor the organisation’s financial affairs, including adoption and oversight of annual budgets. • Work with TMEA’s CEO and management to identify new investment opportunities in support of TMEA’s strategy.
• Establish and maintain an effective, independent and respected presence and a collegial relationship with other Board Members. • Maintain objectivity and independence, be aware of and avoid any potential conflict of interest and maintain confidentiality of information. • Support the Chair of the Board in fulfilling his/her responsibilities, including closely collaborating with the TMEA Council, the various National Oversight Committees (NOCs) and the Programme Coordinating Committee of EAC (PCC). • Monitor the performance of the TMEA management team, their execution of strategy, policies and plans and management of resources. Direct line management responsibilities will be as follows: • In the case of the Chair of the Board of Directors, overall management of the Chief Executive Officer. • In the case of the Chair of the Audit, Finance & Risk Committee, line management of the Director of Audit & Assurance. • In the case of the Chair of the Human Resources & Remuneration Committee, acting as the Countersigning Quality Assuror for the performance management of members of the TMEA Senior Leadership Team.
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Qualification, skills and experience Academic and professional qualifications • Academic and/or professional qualification in finance, audit, and accountancy is required and qualifications in any of the following areas would be an added advantage: • Trade and regional integration • Transport and infrastructure development • Private sector development • Human resource management Work experience • A minimum of 10 years’ management experience including five at a Senior Director level • 10 years’ experience in a senior finance and/or audit role (preferably in Eastern Africa) • Either a senior role in a reputable firm of accountants and auditors or experience as finance director of a reputable company • High-level experience of preparing and/or auditing published financial statements under companies’ legislation in one of the EAC Partner States • Significant work experience with Regional Economic Communities and Donor Governments in an international multicultural environment.
• Professional experience and geographic expertise acquired in one or more of the countries in which TMEA operates. Additional skills • Ability to establish and maintain strong collaborative partnerships/relationships with development partners, high ranking government officials, civil society and private sector organisations. • Adept at working with diverse teams, delivering change and demonstrating value for money. • Ability to influence others to achieve objectives and gain consensus and collaboration. • Sound decision-making and judgment capabilities. • Strong problem solving and analytical skills. • Excellent presentation, communication and personal effectiveness skills. • Good understanding of the role of internal audit and the importance of internal controls • Proven intellectual and strategic thinking skills. • Strong strategy formulation and implementation skills including the ability to communicate strategy and results concisely and simply. • Excellent leadership and management skills.
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How to Apply All correspondence, at this stage, should be via Oxford HR. To apply for this post, click on the “Apply� button in the job advert page and complete our online application form. Please provide a CV and cover letter in ONE single document, which should be prepared before applying as they will be requested in the application process.
Equality statement Equality and diversity are at the core of TradeMark East Africa values. Staff are expected to work collectively and individually to promote a constructive and sensitive approach to others from a variety of backgrounds, where the work of others is valued and respected.
The cover letter should be no more than two pages long and explain why you are interested in this post and how your skills and experience make you a good fit.
Selection process All candidates will be notified about the status of their applications. Shortlisted candidates may be required to undertake an additional assessment prior to the final interview.
The document should be saved in MS Word in the following format: Your First Name-Your Last Name-Document Name-Date (yymm) e.g.: Janet-Mbugua-CVandStatement-2002. Timeline Closing date: Preliminary interviews: Final panel interviews:
16th March 2020 26 -27th March 2020 23rd April 2020
Queries If you have any queries on any aspect of the appointment process, need additional information, or would like to have an informal discussion, please email trademark-ea@oxfordhr.co.uk in the first instance.
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About Oxford HR Oxford HR operates globally - mainly within the international development and charity sectors. We carry out retained executive search mandates at board and senior management levels. We also offer human resource and organisational development consultancy. Oxford HR has many years of experience in search as well as an extensive network of international development, social sector, corporate, public sector, and academic contacts from
across the world. We carry out comprehensive and often international searches designed to meet the specific needs of our clients. Oxford HR’s team members have significant personal experience of working in international development and the social sector as well as the corporate and governmental sectors. We are in a unique position to find and assess talented individuals from a variety of backgrounds.
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