Extractives Advisor at The Canadian Cooperation in Dar es Salaam

Job Title:Extractives Advisor

Canadian Cooperation Office,

Area: Dar Es Salaam
Application Deadline: Aug 07, 2013


Position Description:
The Canadian Cooperation office is seeking an Extractives Advisor to work as part of Canada's Sustainable Economic Development team. The Advisor will provide technical support and advice to Canada in the development and implementation of a portfolio of projects in the extractives sector. This could include advice in policy and legal/regulatory framework, governance, resource management (particularly in the areas of mining, oil and gas), public private partnerships, institutional and capacity development, technical and vocational development, environmental management and corporate social responsibility. The position requires demonstrated competency and skills in the areas of critical analysis, oral and written communication, interpersonal and public relations, planning and organization, project management, problem solving and time management.
A minimum of a bachelors' degree from a recognized university is required. Preference will be given to candidates with previous working experience in the Extractive Sector and experience working with government agencies.
Applicants must have full written and oral fluency in English; fluency in Kiswahili will also be considered an asset. Competency with Microsoft and other commonly used computer software applications is also required.
This position is being offered as a short term employment contract to Sept. 30, 2014.
How to Apply:
Please refer to the CCO to the Website Link below for the full job description. Applications with cover letter and CV should be delivered or forwarded by regular post to the;
Manager Finance and Administration,
Canadian Cooperation Office,
38 Mirambo Street/Garden Avenue,
P.O Box 80490
Dar es Salaam.
Deadline for the receipt of applications will be Wednesday August 7th, 2013 at 1600hrs.