Virtual City Product Manager

Ref: VCL/PM/2010

Our client is a leading solutions provider in the communications industry and has over 10 years experience. They have been able to curve a position for themselves as the market leader in the development, customization and implementation of innovative mobility solutions.

They have done this by being able to constantly recognize and adapt to the changing needs and growing demands of our clients by continuously developing and introducing new technological innovations into the market.

The Position:

• To ensure that products developed by Virtual City are packaged to high quality standard and it offers differentiation in the market for Virtual City Products.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the chief marketing officer of the company to understand existing business processes and marketing strategies for our products
• Successfully guiding internal software products from conception through deployment
• Defining new products, new product features and helping prioritize product roadmap in conjunction with sales, technical and marketing.
• Writing project plans and managing product schedules
• Writing product requirements documents, designing workflows and user interfaces and writing functional specifications.
• Working closely with software engineers, quality assurance and end users to ensure that new products are implemented, tested and rolled out successfully and meet the needs of the business
• Ensure there is product documentation and develop end user training for new products

Academic Qualifications

• A degree in a marketing from a recognized university, or social and business related degree with a postgraduate qualification in marketing management.
• 2 years experience working in an FMCG
• A thorough understanding of marketing functions and good understanding of the Kenyan market
• Previous experience in brand management in a communications industry will be an added advantage

If you are qualified and up to the challenge, please send your resume and day time contact to the address below clearly stating the job title.

Deadline for Application: 5 January 2010.

Contact: careers@altimaafrica.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Chief Technology Officer

Ref: VCL/cto/2010

Our client is a leading solutions provider in the communications industry and has over 10 years experience. They have been able to curve a position for themselves as the market leader in the development, customization and implementation of innovative mobility solutions.

They have done this by being able to constantly recognize and adapt to the changing needs and growing demands of our clients by continuously developing and introducing new technological innovations into the market.

They need a Chief Technology Officer to give strategic direction for their technical department.

The chief technology officer (CTO) reports to the CEO and is responsible for establishing the company’s technical vision and leading all aspects of the company’s technology development.

The CTO is the company top technology executive, playing an integral role in the company’s strategic direction, development, and future growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of technology strategy for development of technology platforms, partnerships, and external relationships.
• Build and manage a top-flight technology team and oversee research and development, as well as project management.
• Provide visible leadership for the company within the technology community.
• Anticipate and react to major technology changes to ensure the maintenance of company leadership in the competitive landscape.
• Establish technical standards and ensure adherence to them for product development and company operations.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to interpret technology and market trends as a foundation for technology and product roadmaps.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrable project management skills
• At least 5 years in mobile telephone industry with 2 in an executive-level position.
• BS in Telecommunications Engineering or Computer Science required

If you are qualified and up to the challenge, please send your resume and day time contact to the address below clearly stating the job title.

Deadline for application: 5 January 2010.

Contact: careers@altimaafrica.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Tour Guides

Eos Visions is Africa's leading group of educational travel and destination management companies.

Our members are social enterprises that offer enlightening, life-enriching and potentially life-changing travel experiences that bridge cultural and political borders through education and exchange, and contribute to sustainable development.

We have a presence in all member countries of the East African Community (Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda) and can also service areas of eastern DR Congo. Our main offices are located in Nairobi/Kenya, Kigali/Rwanda and Emstek/Germany.

For our offices in Nairobi/Kenya and Kigali/Rwanda, we are looking for Tour Guides for one or more of the following countries: Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Uganda, Burundi and DR Congo

Position information

Job title: Tour Guide

Company: Eos Visions Kenya or Eos Visions Rwanda, subdivisions of Eos Visions

Location: Nairobi, Kenya - Kigali, Rwanda

Career level: Officer

Industry: Tourism

Job status: Full time

About the company

Our mission is to be Africa's leader in providing the most educational, innovative and professional services in tourism and related areas, and, in the process, creating meaningful
opportunities for local partners and community development.

With this in mind, our vision is that tourism in Africa is responsible and life-enriching for both the valued visitors and their local hosts.

Our clients range from leading international organizations, associations, universities, government institutions, incentive houses and tourism operators to philanthropists, educational travelers, professional volunteers and celebrities. Tailored to the specific needs of our clients, we excel at facilitating direct interpersonal and mutually beneficial contact, and, at the same time, taking care of all logistical and support services in a professional and seamless way.

About the job

As one of several Tour Guides you will be responsible for preparing uniquely tailored tours, for guiding clients on the tours designed for them and for evaluating and developing tours further.

In more detail, it is your responsibility to prepare each tour thoroughly and diligently, including extensive research, making appointments and booking locations and/or equipment. Once the client arrives, you are with the client each day and you serve as the client’s first contact person.

During the stay of the client, you make sure the client has an exceptional experience according to his/her desires. Towards the end of each tour and also immediately afterwards, you ensure a proper evaluation.

Depending on your knowledge of the countries mentioned above, on your language skills and on where you want to be located, you will guide tours either in Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Uganda, Burundi or eastern parts of the DR Congo. Please indicate your preferences.

About you

Educational background: You are the right person if you have a university degree, preferably in or with an emphasis on history, communications, African politics, development studies, tourism or any other applicable field of studies.

Experience: You are experienced in serving and/or working with people from different countries and cultural backgrounds.

Ideally you have served tourists already, preferably in an African context or in other developing countries. Furthermore it is a must that you can prove experience in and cultural sensitivity for both the Western and the African ways of living.

Skills and competencies: You are highly reliable and flexible. You like planning and organizing and you are experienced in using a computer, MS Office and the internet to do so.

Your strong creativity serves you well in generating new ideas and developing existing ones further. You enjoy working directly with clients and your strong charisma serves you well in making friends quickly.

Your exceptional communication skills serve you well in these interactions and in representing an organization to clients and partners. You know the country you want to serve in very well and you are fluent in English as well as in the local language.

Additional language skills are an advantage.

Contact information and how to apply:

We only accept applications by email. Please include a cover letter, your resume/CV and applicable certificates of studies as well as letters of recommendation.

Please email your application to recruitment@eosvisions.com

Closing date: January 07, 2011

Poverty Economist - World Bank Tanzania

The World Bank seeks to locally recruit a dynamic professional as a Poverty Economist to be based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

This is a one (1) year Co-Terminous Appointment (subject to renewal depending on funding, performance and business need)

The key roles for the Poverty Economist include:

Economic analysis of growth and poverty reduction: The candidates will perform or supervise high quality analytical work using household and firm surveys in order to analyze household behavior and choices as they relate to poverty and the Millennium Development Goals.

The work will include the analysis of the impact of interventions and policy reforms on Poverty and Social Impact Analysis, the impact of public expenditures on poverty reduction as well as the design of improved data systems for poverty monitoring.

Implementation of Poverty Reduction Strategy Papers (PRSPs): All partner countries have a completed PRSP, and some are in the process of preparing a new poverty and growth strategy.

Due to the fact that the poverty reduction has been uneven and is threatened by the global economic crisis; evaluating the approach taken and the obstacles to effective implementation becomes even more essential.

The successful candidate will be expected to advise on ways to advocate for and facilitate the implementation poverty reducing policies, and ensure a better interaction between academia, civil society and implementing agencies such as ministries.

The successful candidate should hold a minimum of a Masters Degree or preferably PhD in Economics, with at least 5 years of relevant professional experience with a personal commitment to fight poverty. Extensive experience in household survey-based analysis of poverty.

Experience in the analysis of the macroeconomic aspects of poverty reduction, especially the link between PRSPs and the budget through Medium Term Expenditure Frameworks. Experience with related social and gender issues, design of household surveys, fiscal and debt sustainability and in the costing of Poverty Reduction, micro-macro simulation techniques, and/or in the analysis of the sources of growth is a plus.

For the full job description and full selection criteria, qualified candidates are requested to visit and submit an electronic application through the World Bank Careers website: www.worldbank.org/careers and click on >employment opportunities >professional/technical staff opportunities >current vacancies > job# 102526.

Email or paper/postal applications will not be considered. The World Bank Group is committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, nationality, culture and educational background.

Individuals with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.

The closing date is January 13, 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

TECHNICAL OFFICER STANDARDS & CONFORMANCE

THE ASEAN SECRETARIAT

INVITES INDONESIAN CITIZENS OR ASEAN NATIONALS

WITH PERMANENT RESIDENT STATUS IN INDONESIA

TO APPLY FOR THE FOLLOWING VACANCY

TECHNICAL OFFICER

STANDARDS & CONFORMANCE

Background:

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Secretariat is the nerve centre of ASEAN, a regional inter‐governmental organisation founded in 1967, to promote peace and stability, sustained economic growth, shared prosperity and social progress. It comprises the ten countries of Southeast Asia.

The entry into force of the ASEAN Charter on 15 December 2008 had provided new impetus to ASEAN’s integration efforts by establishing a legal and institutional framework required to achieve the ASEAN Community by 2015. This includes the newly approved organisational structure of the ASEAN Secretariat that is aligned to the requirements of the Charter and the three Blueprints of the ASEAN Political‐Security Community (APSC), the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC), and the ASEAN Socio‐Cultural Community (ASCC). The ASEAN Secretariat is therefore well positioned to provide the necessary functions required to effectively support the community building process under the Charter and the Blueprints.

Currently, the ASEAN Secretariat is looking for a suitable candidate to fill the vacancy of Technical Officer Standards & Conformance who will work under the Trade & Facilitation Division, Market Integration Directorate, ASEAN Economic Community Department. This Division manages issues associated with liberalisation and facilitation of trade in goods. Manage liberalisation of trade in goods among ASEAN Member States by addressing tariff barriers, non‐ tariff barriers, and rules of origin. Manage trade facilitation across a range of areas including cooperation in customs and the development of the ASEAN Single Window, development and harmonisation of technical barriers to trade in goods.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties will cover, but not limited to, the following:

1. Provide technical and administrative support to the ASEAN Bodies with respect to relevant meetings.

• Provide the relevant documents for the meetings.

• Assist in the rapporteuring works in the meetings.

• Coordinate the follow‐up actions and decisions.

• Coordination on schedules of meetings.

2. Provide administrative support with respect to implementation of programmes and projects in the area of standards.

• Assist in the formulating, appraising and implementing programmes/projects.

• Maintain an information system on the overall financial status of projects, including budgets and expenditures forecast.

• Coordinate implementation of projects at the ASEAN Consultative Committee for Standards and Quality (ACCSQ) and Product Working Group (PWG) level.

3. Manage ASEAN Fund for Projects.

• Coordinate with Finance Division for allocation and disbursement of Fund.

• Prepare financial report for Donors.

4. Facilitate among Member States on FTA Negotiations.

• Compile data for Negotiation.

• Service meetings for FTA Negotiations.

Requirements:

Bachelor degree in Economics or an appropriate related field or discipline with a minimum five (5) years relevant work experience in technical role.

Basic understanding of standards and conformity assessments or WTO‐TBT agreement.

Demonstrated knowledge and policy, research and technical skills in the relevant area and ability to acquire them.

Proven skills in problem solving in a complex organisational environment and in work planning.

Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, monitor and review policy and procedures.

Demonstrated ability to plan and organise tasks and work flows, with proven ability for accuracy under pressure and adherence to deadlines.

Very good oral and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills, including experience in cross‐cultural environment and international settings.

Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain sound working relationships with stakeholders.

Demonstrated commitment to collaborative work practices.

Competency in computer skills with adequate knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook where relevant to the position.

Sound command of English, written and spoken.

General qualifications:

Computer literacy and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office tools; ability to multi‐task, work long and irregular hours, and perform tasks outside the usual job scope; ability to function effectively, independently and as part of a team; and a willingness to travel frequently on short notice.

Remuneration and Benefits:

Successful candidate will be offered the post with a probation period of six months and monthly salary commensurate with his/her personal qualifications starting from IDR 5,000,000. There are other applicable benefits which include monthly transportation allowance, outpatient medical reimbursement, hospitalisation insurance, and an annual bonus of a month’s basic salary. Upon completion of the probationary period, the candidate will be confirmed on an initial up to three‐year contract, inclusive of the six‐month probationary period.

How to apply:

Send your application to hr‐asean@asean.org highlighting your suitability and potential contribution to the position together with a detailed CV, including a recent passport‐sized photograph and certified true copies of educational certificates obtained, and completed Employment Application Form, which can be downloaded at www.asean.org/opportunities.

Please indicate on the subject heading: Application for TO STANDARDS & CONFORMANCE.

Application papers should reach the ASEAN Secretariat by 9 January 2011.

The Selection Committee’s decision is final and only short‐listed candidates will be notified.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR MACROECONOMIC AND FINANCE SURVEILLANCE OFFICE

THE ASEAN SECRETARIAT

INVITES ASEAN NATIONALS TO APPLY

FOR THE FOLLOWING VACANCY

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

MACROECONOMIC AND FINANCE SURVEILLANCE OFFICE

Background:

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Secretariat is the nerve centre of ASEAN, a regional inter-governmental organisation founded in 1967, to promote peace and stability, sustained economic growth, shared prosperity and social progress. It comprises the ten countries of Southeast Asia.

The entry into force of the ASEAN Charter on 15 December 2008 had provided new impetus to ASEAN’s integration efforts by establishing a legal and institutional framework required to achieve the ASEAN Community by 2015. This includes the newly approved organisational structure of the ASEAN Secretariat that is aligned to the requirements of the Charter and the three Blueprints of the ASEAN Political-Security Community (APSC), the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC), and the ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community (ASCC). The ASEAN Secretariat is therefore well positioned to provide the necessary functions required to effectively support the community building process under the Charter and the Blueprints.

Currently the ASEC is looking for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Assistant Director of the new Macroeconomic and Finance Surveillance Office (MFSO) who will work under the Office of the Deputy Secretary-General for the ASEAN Economic Community Department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Assistant Director will be a key member of the Macroeconomic and Surveillance Office, assisting the MFSO Director in the conduct of economic surveillance, economic monitoring and regional economic integration. In particular, the Assistant Director should assist the MFSO Director in the following:

1. Implement regional surveillance and economic monitoring in ASEAN

Monitor global and regional developments in the areas of finance and economic integration.

Undertake initiatives and specific activities (e.g., development of surveillance tools) to strengthen regional surveillance work in ASEAN and in each individual Member economy.

Assess and report on implications of global and regional developments with respect to prioritizing finance, trade and economic policy for the AEC Blueprint.

Prepare and develop economic reports and policy papers, including the ASEAN Surveillance Report, ASEAN Economic Outlook, and ASEAN Investment Surveillance Report.

Prepare, review and update strategic and operational work plans relevant to the implementation of the AEC Blueprint, particularly in the areas of finance, trade and economic policy work.

2. Provide high level policy and technical advice and recommendations to support regional surveillance and ASEAN economic integration initiatives

Provide high level policy and technical advice on macroeconomics, finance and economic integration.

Develop, coordinate and produce economic and financial analysis to assist with execution of various strategic initiatives and reviews in the AEC Blue Print.

Assist the Secretary-General and Deputy Secretary General – ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) manage cooperation through research, analysis and briefing for relevant bodies on issues related to the AEC Blue Print finance, trade and economic policy work.

3. Contribute to the development of economic research and policy analysis program of ASEC

Plan and coordinate economic research and policy analysis relevant to the finance, trade and economic policy work under the AEC.

Assist in providing direction of the overall development strategy and economic research agenda at regional and country levels

Provide advice to staff in the AEC Department to identify research topics relevant to AEC Blue Print finance, trade and economic policy work.

4. Ensure effective information dissemination, communication and reporting

Maintain and manage macroeconomic database and all appropriate electronic and hard copy records of economic policy and research work.

Participate in high-level economic discussions and meetings to disseminate key ASEAN economic reports and articulate issues related to economic integration.

Prepare and provide summary reports of key findings for ASEAN economic bodies.

Requirements:

• Graduate degree in finance or economics (macroeconomics, international trade, international finance and development economics); PhD or equivalent preferred;

• Substantive senior-level experience (minimum eight years) in international and/or regional development work in Asia; including high-level experience in international/regional development institutions, development consulting and research, and public policy development;

• Solid experience in conducting economic research and formulating economic strategies and policy advice;

• Excellent knowledge of international and regional issues, particularly in the field of macroeconomics, international trade and finance or development economics;

• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate staff in a complex work environment;

• High-level interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills, including experience in cross-cultural environment and international settings;

• Proven ability to develop and maintain sound working relationships with public and private sector organisations and other stakeholders, and highly respected by clients, staff and peers;

• Commitment to teamwork and collaborative work practices; and

• Competency in econometric modelling and computer skills including use of Microsoft Office tools, power point and database management and other applications;

• Excellent command of English, written and spoken.

Remuneration and Benefits:

Successful candidate will be offered the post with a probation period of six months and monthly salary starting from USD 4,000. There are other applicable benefits which include housing, medical, education of dependent children, and gratuity. Upon completion of the probationary period, the candidate will be confirmed for up to three-year contract, inclusive of the six-month probationary period, in the first instance.

How to apply:

Send your application to hr-asean@asean.org highlighting your suitability and potential contribution to the position together with a detailed CV, certified true copies of educational certificates obtained, and completed Employment

Application Form with recent photograph, which can be downloaded at www.asean.org/opportunities.

Please indicate on the subject heading: Application for Assistant Director,

Macroeconomic and Finance Surveillance Office.

Application papers should be received at the ASEAN Secretariat by 31

December 2010.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified, and the decision of the Secretary-General of ASEAN on the appointment shall be final.

Request for Proposals for the Setting up of Tier 3 Data Centre

The COMESA Secretariat invites proposals for the for the full assessment, design and implementation of a data centre located at the Headquarters, and done with respect to Tier III level Data Center standards.

SPECIFIC TASKS

1. Carrying out a complete detailed assessment of the data center location
2. Submission of a detailed system specifications report
3. Providing a detailed design of the proposed new data center
4. Setting up a data center with respect to Tier III level standards
5. Migration of all equipment from current server room to the new setup
6. Provide the necessary documentation for the new setup
7. Provide the necessary training for the new setup

Click on the attachment below for more details.

Attachments:

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Proposals for Food Security and Renewable Energy Projects in Mozambique - Regional Development

The Government of Mozambique has offered to lease to the Government of Mauritius (represented by Regional Development Co. Ltd) some 23,500 hectares of land (18,500 hectares in the Province of Maputo and 5,000 in the Province of Manica), subject to the Government of Mauritius (represented by Regional Development Co. Ltd) coming up with viable and sustainable projects related to the land. For this purpose, the Regional Development Co. Ltd (RDC) has been incorporated as a private company with the Government of Mauritius as shareholder. Its objects include the promotion of regional food security and other regional development projects.

Attachments:

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Consultancy Services to Prepare Full Design Drawings and Tender Documents for the New COMESA Headquarters in Lusaka, Zambia

COMESA intends to construct its new administrative headquarters in Lusaka, Zambia through an international consultancy firm. The COMESA Secretariat now invites eligible and qualified consultants to indicate their interest in providing consultancy services for the preparation of detailed design and tender documents for the new COMESA Headquarters building and all related works.

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Attachments:

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR/HEAD TRADE & FACILITATION

Background:

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Secretariat is the nerve centre of ASEAN, a regional inter‐governmental organisation founded in 1967, to promote peace and stability, sustained economic growth, shared prosperity and social progress. It comprises the ten countries of Southeast Asia.

The entry into force of the ASEAN Charter on 15 December 2008 had provided new impetus to ASEAN’s integration efforts by establishing a legal and institutional framework required to achieve the ASEAN Community by 2015. This includes the newly approved organisational structure of the ASEAN Secretariat that is aligned to the requirements of the Charter and the three Blueprints of the ASEAN Political‐Security Community (APSC), the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC), and the ASEAN Socio‐ Cultural Community (ASCC). The ASEAN Secretariat is therefore well positioned to provide the necessary functions required to effectively support the community building process under the Charter and the Blueprints.

Currently the ASEAN Secretariat is looking for a qualified candidate to urgently fill the position of Assistant Director, who will work under the Market Integration Directorate, ASEAN Economic Community Department. This Division manages issues associated with liberalisation and facilitation of trade in goods. Manage liberalisation of trade in goods among ASEAN Member States by addressing tariff barriers, non‐tariff barriers, and rules of origin including the implementation of the provisions under the ASEAN Trade in Goods (ATIGA). Manage trade facilitation across a range of areas including cooperation in customs and the development of the ASEAN Single Window; Standards and Conformance including development and harmonisation of technical barriers to trade in goods.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Manage the operational activities of the Division.

• Responsible for the running and management of three areas, Trade in Goods, Standards and Conformance and Customs.

• Manage, plan and approve tasks and activities of staff.

• Provide guidance/direction for staff on operational matters.

• Foster teamwork and collaboration within the Division.

• Conduct annual performance appraisals for staff, identify specialised training and professional development activities for individual staff.

• Manage effectively all financial, physical and human resources of the Division.

• Participate in and contribute to Divisional or Directorate management meetings.

2. Provide policy and technical advice and recommendations.

• Manage issues associated with liberalisation and facilitation of trade in goods,

by:

o providing over‐all coordination of standards matters, providing the ASEAN Consultative Committee for Standards and Quality (ACCSQ) with technical advice and recommendations on standards matters, including providing information on international developments;

o providing technical advice to sector‐specific working groups on the development of sector reports outlining progress to ACCSQ with implementation of agreed standards;

o providing wide range of services to Member States on the development, interpretation, negotiations and implementation of agreements as requested.

• Manage cooperation and facilitate negotiations among Member States with regards to customs harmonisation and standards through research, analysis and briefing for relevant bodies on issues including customs techniques, indirect taxation, trade facilitation and liberalisation, international supply chain issues, trends in trade harmonisation issues.

• Monitor progress against AEC Blueprint and sectoral workplans (and similar documents) and provide inputs to the Strategic Planning and Coordination Division where necessary, by liaising regularly with Divisions managing cooperation in sectors that have a trade element (e.g. Agriculture Industries and Natural Resources Division, Infrastructure Division, etc.) in order to ensure policy coherence.

3. Managing the development, implementation and evaluation of programs and/or projects in support of the ASEAN Economic Community, particularly in the liberalisation and facilitation of trade in goods.

• Initiate programmes and/or projects and manage project approvals and project implementation (including coordinating with international organisations and donors where necessary).

• Assist with implementation by providing technical input into projects (for example as technical resource persons for workshops).

4. Servicing the relevant bodies of the ASEAN Economic Community.

• Ensure that ASEAN Bodies are provided with appropriate substantive and administrative support as required.

• Serve as the focal point and effectively engage with ASEAN Member States, Dialogue Partners and other stakeholders, drawing on input from other Divisions as necessary.

• Represent the ASEAN Secretariat at ASEAN and international forums as required.

• Nominate ASEAN Secretariat Delegation of the Trade and Facilitation Division to ASEAN Meetings and Events under the purview of the Division.

• Prepare and/or review report of meetings, Press Releases, Joint Statements, speeches and mission reports as necessary.

• Facilitate FTA negotiations as part of the multi‐Division teams.

Requirements:

• Postgraduate degree, preferably in the area of Economics.

• Sound corporate, strategic and business planning skills.

• Proven experience in research, public policy development and negotiation, and in working closely with government officials.

• A sound understanding of international and regional issues, and knowledge of and commitment to ASEAN ideals.

• Extensive supervisory experience, within a senior management position with a minimum eight (8) years high‐level experience in a recognised specialised field.

• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate staff in a complex work environment.

• Sound financial, physical and human resource management skills.

• High‐level interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills, including experience in cross‐cultural environment and international settings.

• Proven ability to develop and maintain sound working relationships with public and private sector organisations and other stakeholders.

• Commitment to teamwork and collaborative work practices.

• Competency in computer skills with adequate knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook where relevant to the position.

• Proven ability for accuracy under pressure and adherence to deadlines.

• Excellent command of English, written and spoken.

General qualifications:

Familiarity with diplomatic practices and protocol. Other required qualities are: computer literacy and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office tools; ability to multi‐ task, work long and irregular hours, and perform outside the usual job scope; and ability to function effectively independently and as part of a team.

Remuneration and Benefits:

Successful candidate will be offered the post with a probation period of six months and monthly salary starting from USD 4,000. There are other applicable benefits which include housing, medical, education of dependent children, and gratuity. Upon completion of the probationary period, the candidate will be confirmed for up to three‐ year contract, inclusive of the six‐month probationary period, in the first instance.

How to apply:

Send your application to hr‐asean@asean.org highlighting your suitability and potential contribution to the position together with a detailed CV, certified true copies of educational certificates obtained, and completed Employment Application Form with recent photograph, which can be downloaded at www.asean.org/opportunities.

Please indicate on the subject heading: Application for Assistant Director/Head, Trade

& Facilitation Division.

Application papers should be received at the ASEAN Secretariat by 7 January 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified, and the decision of the Secretary‐General of ASEAN on the appointment shall be final. Previous applicants need not apply.

DIRECTOR CORPORATE AFFAIRS

Background:

The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Secretariat is the nerve centre of ASEAN, a regional inter‐governmental organisation founded in 1967, to promote peace and stability, sustained economic growth, shared prosperity and social progress. It comprises the ten countries of Southeast Asia.

The entry into force of the ASEAN Charter on 15 December 2008 had provided new impetus to ASEAN’s integration efforts by establishing a legal and institutional framework required to achieve the ASEAN Community by 2015. This includes the newly approved organisational structure of the ASEAN Secretariat that is aligned to the requirements of the Charter and the three Blueprints of the ASEAN Political‐Security Community (APSC), the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC), and the ASEAN Socio‐Cultural Community (ASCC). The ASEAN Secretariat is therefore well positioned to provide the necessary functions required to effectively support the community building process under the Charter and the Blueprints.

Currently the ASEAN Secretariat is looking for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Director for Corporate Affairs, who will work under the Corporate Affairs Directorate, ASEAN Community & Corporate Affairs Department.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Director for Corporate Affairs will report to the Deputy Secretary‐General of ASEAN for Community and Corporate Affairs and will be responsible for providing high‐level secretariat services including:

1. To ensure proper regulations are in place to govern ASEAN Secretariat (ASEC) operations, in particular in relation to staffing and financial matters, as well as matters associated with the hosting of ASEC in Jakarta.

2. To ensure that the functions of Divisions under the ASEC are with clear operating protocols, priorities, and working relations.

3. To develop, maintain and implement Human Resource Development Strategy in line with Human Resource Management/ASEC Staff Rules that enable the ASEC to effectively fulfil its mission by recruiting the right type of staff, and deploying and developing them effectively.

4. To manage the operational budget of the ASEC and the Trust Funds to ensure compliance with ASEC’s Financial Rules and Procedures.

5. To develop and manage an ASEC’s internal administration such as procurement of goods and services, travel, security, diplomatic assistance, and facility maintenance.

6. To develop and manage the strategic and operational framework for the delivery of information and communication systems that meet the ASEC needs including strong use of integrated IT systems.

7. To manage the legal service includes support to all aspects of ASEAN and ASEC operations including drafting and scrubbing ASEAN documents, agreements, and contracts.

8. To develop and maintain protocol policy procedures and advise functional units on implementation of the procedures.

Requirements:

• Postgraduate degree, preferably in relevant policy area, management or economics.

• Solid experience in public policy development and negotiation, and experience in briefing government Ministers and senior officials.

• Strong corporate, strategic and business planning skills.

• Strong leadership and administrative capabilities.

• A solid understanding of international and regional issues, and knowledge of and commitment to ASEAN ideals.

• Extensive management experience, with a minimum of ten (10) years in a senior management position.

• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate staff in a dynamic and demanding environment.

• High‐level financial, physical and human resource management skills.

• High‐level interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills, including experience in cross‐cultural environment and international settings.

• Proven ability to develop and maintain sound working relationships with government representatives, public and private sector organisations and other stakeholders.

• Commitment to consultative and collaborative approaches and work practices.

• Excellent command of English, written and spoken.

General qualifications:

Familiarity with diplomatic practices and protocol. Other required qualities are: computer literacy and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office tools; ability to multi‐task, work long and irregular hours, and perform outside the usual job scope; ability to function effectively independently and as part of a team; and a willingness to travel on short notice.

Remuneration and Benefits:

Successful candidate will be offered the post with a probation period of six months and monthly salary starting from USD 6,000. There are other applicable benefits which include housing, medical, education of dependent children, gratuity, and annual performance bonus. Upon completion of the probationary period, the candidate will be confirmed for up to three‐year contract, inclusive of the six‐month probationary period, in the first instance.

How to apply:

Send your application to hr‐asean@asean.org highlighting your suitability and potential contribution to the position together with a detailed CV, certified true copies of educational certificates obtained, and completed Employment Application Form with recent photograph, which can be downloaded at www.asean.org/opportunities.

Please indicate on the subject heading: Application for Director, Corporate

Affairs.

Application papers should reach the ASEAN Secretariat by 17 January 2011.

The Selection Committee’s decision is final and only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Previous applicants need not apply.