SOUTHERN AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY
EUROPEAN DEVELOPMENT FUND
REGIONAL POLITICAL COOPERATION PROGRAMME
Background
The Southern African Development Community currently has fifteen Member States 1
with a population of approximately 250 million people and a combined GDP of USD
467.3 billion (2006). The overall objective of SADC is to achieve development and
economic growth, which is to be attained through increased regional integration, built
on democratic principles and equitable and sustainable development wishes to
recruit suitably qualified candidates within the SADC Region to fill the following
positions:
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
 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.
2. Position: Senior Programme Officer, Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) -– Job
Grade 5
Main purpose of the job: To provide leadership in strengthening of coordination
capacity of the DRR Unit and the implementation of the SADC Disaster Risk
Reduction Strategy and Programme
Key result areas:
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To strengthen coordination capacity of DRR Unit
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To facilitate implementation of programme multi-annual and annual work plans
consistent with the SADC Planning Monitoring and Evaluation (SPME) policy
requirements
To ensure use of administration and financial systems and procedures to aid the
effective implementation of the programme
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To produce timely technical and management reports
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To promote programme awareness and visibility
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To promote effective and efficient management of the programme, including timely
mobilization of adequate financial, material and human resources.
Position Requirements
Certification
A minimum of Masters degree in Natural, Environmental or Social Sciences, with
emphasis on development and risk management issues or a related field, or
equivalent
Experience
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A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible professional and
practical experience; a documented track record of senior management
experience and leadership in disaster risk management or humanitarian
programmes in the SADC region.
At least 5 years of experience in a management position in the public, private
or non-State sectors or equivalent
Experience in project management, monitoring and/or evaluation
Skills
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Excellent report writing skills
Computer proficiency with commonly used packages like MS Word, Excel,
and Power Point and familiarity with data base management programmes.
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Fluent in spoken and written English
Knowledge of French or Portuguese would be an added advantage
Knowledge of Remote Sensing/GIS will be an added advantage
3. Position: Programme Officer, Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Information
Management -– Job Grade 6
Main purpose of the job: To develop and maintain a regional disaster risk
reduction (DRR) information management system to support the implementation of
the SADC DRR Strategy and Programme
Key result areas:
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To ensure DRR information systems support implementation of regional
programme
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To complete information systems projects on time, within budget and to
specifications
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To identify DRR needs & requirements in Member States
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To enhance early warning systems for DRR
Position Requirements
Certification
Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology,
Management Information Systems, Geography, Meteorology, Remote Sensing & GIS
or any related field
Experience
5 years post-graduate experience in disaster risk management, systems analysis,
design, development, implementation and maintenance of information management
systems. Proven experience in GIS, remote sensing, database development and
mapping
Skills
Excellent report writing skills
Computer proficiency with commonly used packages like MS Word, Excel, and
Power Point and familiarity with data base management programmes.
Fluent in spoken and written English
Knowledge of French or Portuguese would be an added advantage
4. Position: Programme Officer: Research, Information and Documentation -–
Job Grade 7
Main purpose of the job: To facilitate the collection; documentation and
dissemination of information on human Trafficking in Southern Africa in comparison
with other regions as needed for effective implementation of the project activities
outlined in the SADC Fifteen Year Strategic Plan of Action on Trafficking in Persons
especially Women and Children specifically in Key Result Area 4 of the Regional
Peace Cooperation Programme: Raised Awareness, Cooperation and Action Against
Trafficking in Persons.
Key result areas:
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To conduct research and facilitate the documentation of information/data on
human trafficking in the SADC region.
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To facilitate the dissemination and sharing of information on human trafficking in
the SADC region with other relevant stakeholders.
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To facilitate monitoring and reporting on the progress of implementation of
planned activities
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Conduct holistic and comprehensive research on any topic related to Human
Trafficking in the Southern African region as required.
Position Requirements
Certification
Advanced (Masters) university degree in criminal, comparative or international
human rights law, Gender Studies, political or social sciences, international relations
or policy and development related disciplines.
Experience
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Minimum of 5 to 10 years of progressively responsible programme
implementation
experience, of which at least five years would preferably be in a civil service
environment.
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At least 5 years experience on gender issues, particularly violence against
women with specific focuses on human trafficking.
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Extensive experience in conducting both qualitative and quantitative
research/data collection and analysis.
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Extensive knowledge of international legal instruments against trafficking in
persons and international organized crime, notably the United Nations
Convention against Transnational Organized Crime and the additional
Protocol to Prevent, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons, especially
Women and Children as well as the SADC Protocol on Gender and
Development.
Knowledge of multi-dimensions of gender based violence, and the social and
political environment in Southern Africa;
Proficiency in English including the ability to draft at a professional level.
Experience/knowledge of EU programmes/funding systems
Experience in EU contribution agreements (and/or budget support) is
desirable.
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Skills
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Knowledge of French and Portuguese will be an advantage.
Knowledge of word-processing, proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and
PowerPoint and familiarity with data base management programmes and data
analysis software e.g. SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences) will
be an added advantage.
Excellent report writing; analytical; interpretation and presentation skills.
5. Position: Programme Officer, Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Liaison
Expert -– Job Grade 6
Main purpose of the job: To establish, facilitate and strengthen strong links and
collaboration with international, regional, national and sub-national programmes and
institutions working in disaster risk reduction/management and humanitarian
assistance
Key result areas:
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To ensure collaboration with DRR partners in the implementation of the SADC
DRR strategy and programme
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To ensure SADC and DRR partner programmes complement each other
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To convene regular consultation meetings and workshops with Member States
and partners to review implementation of programme.
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To do an inventory of training and capacity needs in Member States and facilitate
training
To ensure programme visible and information widely circulated
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Position Requirements
Certification
A degree in Natural, Environmental or Social Sciences, Political Science,
Development Studies, International Relations, Geography, or a suitably related
Social Science or Management discipline
Experience
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Minimum of 5 years of professional and practical experience in fields
associated with the management and coordination of issues such as disaster
risk management, early warning systems, sustainable development,
humanitarian programmes or a related field, in the SADC region.
Familiarity with the operation of inter-governmental and international
organisations and development partners
Skills
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Excellent report writing skills
Fluent in spoken and written English
Effective communication skills
Knowledge of French or Portuguese would be an added advantage
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Computer proficiency with commonly used packages like MS Word, Excel,
and Power Point
6. Position: Programme Officer: Human Trafficking -– Job Grade 7
Main purpose of the job: To provide ongoing technical expertise, guidance,
coordination and implementation of all activities related to the 15 Year SADC
Strategic Plan of Action on Combating Trafficking in Persons, especially women and
Children specifically in Key Result Area number 4 on the RPC Programme: Raised
awareness, cooperation and action against trafficking in persons.
Key result areas:
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Design and revise (costed) annual work plans for the timely achievement of the
set outputs and objectives in adhere to SADC Financial Rules and Regulations.
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Develop Capacity building programme curriculum on Human Trafficking
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Timely production and submission of periodic reports
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Raise awareness and conduct sensitization campaigns on combating human
trafficking.
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Enhance the capacities of the different stakeholders in their respective roles in
combating Human Trafficking in persons.
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Network and build coalitions with relevant partners.
Position Requirements
Certification
Advanced (Masters) university degree in Criminal, Comparative or International
Human Rights Law, Gender Studies, Political or Social Sciences, International
Relations or Policy and Development related disciplines
Experience
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Minimum of 5 to 10 years of progressively responsible programme
management and implementation experience, of which at least five years
would preferably be in a civil service environment
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At least 5 years experience on gender issues, particularly violence against
women with specific focuses on human trafficking.
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Extensive knowledge of international legal instruments against trafficking in
persons and international organized crime, notably the United Nations
Convention against Transnational Organized Crime and the additional
Protocol to Prevent, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons, Especially
Women and Children; and the SADC Protocol on Gender and Development.
Knowledge of multi-dimensions of gender based violence, and the social and
political environment in Southern Africa;
Proficiency in English including the ability to draft at a professional level.
Experience/knowledge of EU programmes/funding systems
Experience in EU contribution agreements (and/or budget support) is
desirable.
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Skills
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Excellent report writing; interpretation and presentation skills
Fluent in spoken and written English is required while knowledge of French
and Portuguese will be an added advantage.
Knowledge of word-processing, proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
internet browsing and familiarity with data base development and management
programmes are required.
7. Position: Senior Finance Officer -– Job Grade 4
Main purpose of the job: The purpose of this position is to facilitate an efficient and
effective management accounting and budgeting RPC Programme. The position will
achieve its objectives through overseeing management accounting and budgeting
activities at the RPC Programme.
Key result areas:
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Issue annual budget guidelines, supports and coordinate the budgeting
process and consolidates the annual budget with the objective of controlling
the budgeting process
Issue medium term expenditure guidelines, supports and coordinates the
medium term expenditure planning process and consolidates the medium
term expenditure statement with the objective of controlling the process.
Produce RPC Programme annual financial statements meeting statutory
reporting objectives and standards and approve audited financial statements.
Review and propose changes to financial regulations and procedures,
budgeting systems, process manuals with the objective of enhancing
corporate governance, accountability and transparency.
Review extra-budgetary submissions with the objective of enhancing
budgetary control
Review general ledger accounts and subsidiary ledgers to supporting
schedules, enforce compliance with monthly accounting timetable and
reviews monthly trial balance and produce management accounts
Coordinate the audit of the RPC Programme with the objective of ensuring
efficient and effective audit process and oversee implementation of
improvements on accounting and budgeting as stipulated in management
reports
Coordinate budgetary control and ensure that adequate budgetary processes
are adhered to.
Manage the payroll process in accordance with contractual obligations and
RPC Programme Administration rules and procedures.
Manage RPC Programme receivables from both ICPs and Member States
contributions
Undertake corporate creditors management activities with the objective of
minimizing risk of exposure.
Supervise and review performance of Finance Officers and recommend
training and development plans to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Approve project audited financial statements prior to their submission to
donors
Position Requirements
Certification
 Masters Degree in Management, Business Administration or equivalent
Professional Accounting qualification with an internationally recognised accounting
body such as ACCA, CIMA, ICAEW, ICAS, ACPA or equivalent
 Member of an internationally recognised accounting body such as ACCA, CIMA,
ICAEW, ICAS, ACPA or equivalent
 Membership of an internationally recognized body such as ACCMA, CIMA,
ICAEW, ICAS, ACPA.
Experience
8 years relevant experience in finance, 5 years in a similar position in a donor funded
project, public sector finance and regional organization.