Administrative & Finance Officer at AfDB

• Position title: Administrative & Finance Officer (EGFO)
• Grade: LP6
• Position N°: NA
• Reference: ADB/14/046
• Publication date: 01/09/2014
• Closing date: 21/09/2014

Objectives

The African Development Bank Egypt Field Office (EGFO) based in Cairo, Egypt has been established to strengthen cooperation between the Bank and the Republic of Egypt.

The Bank invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the vacant position of Administrative & Finance Officer. Posting will be in the Egypt Field Office of the African Development Bank Group based in Cairo. This is a local position which does not attract international terms and conditions.

ONLY APPLICANTS WHO ALREADY HAVE THE RIGHT TO LIVE AND WORK IN EGYPT WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION. AfDB WILL NOT SUPPORT APPLICATIONS FOR WORK PERMITS AND RELOCATION.

Duties and responsibilities

Under the administrative authority of the Resident Representative, the Administrative & Finance Officer will ensure the effective management of Bank resources. Other specific duties and responsibilities include:

• Budget preparation and implementation: Draw up administrative budget of the Field Office following the schedule set by the Budget Department
• Financial management and reporting: Establish procedures and controls to improve efficiency of service and identify cost savings and promote efficient use of Bank resources
• Human Resources Management: Submit reports on personnel management; Manage office staff benefits in accordance with the Human Resources policy.
• General Administration & Procurement: Oversee institutional procurement of goods and services and management of property and equipment; Supervise procurement of goods and services in keeping with the Bank’s rules and procedures; Prepare and monitor service providers’ contracts; Ascertain sound stock keeping for office supplies and inventory of Bank property and equipment.
• Undertake any other official duties that may be assigned by the Resident Representative.  

Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

• At least a Master’s degree in Accountancy, Finance or Administration. Membership to an internationally recognized professional accounting body (CA, CPA, ACCA or Expert Comptable) would be an advantage.
• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience including 3 years of experience in an accounting firm or in an international/multinational financial organization, plus 2 years in a public or private sector organization. 
• Capacity to work effectively in a team.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing, in English or French.
• Competency in the use of Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. 
• Knowledge of SAP S/R would be an advantage.  

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To apply for this position, you need to be national of one of AfDB member countries.

Only applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online application, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). The AfDB President reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level. The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply: www.afdb.org/jobs

Economist, Mergers and Acquisitions - P3 (2 posts)

The COMESA Competition Commission ("the Commission") is a regional body corporate established under Article 6 of the COMESA Competition Regulations (“the Regulations”) promulgated under Article 55 of the COMESA Treaty. The commission is responsible for promoting competition and enhancing the welfare of consumers in the common market. The main functions of the commission are to prohibit, monitor and investigate anti-competitive business practices, control mergers and other forms of acquisitions in the common market and mediate disputes between the member states concerning ant-competitive conduct. The Commission commenced its operations on 14th January, 2013 and is located in Lilongwe, Malawi.

The Commission is looking for the services of suitably qualified nationals of the COMESA Member States to fill the position of Economist, Mergers and Acquisitions (P3) tenable at the COMESA Competition Commission in Lilongwe, Malawi

Responsibilities

Under the immediate supervision of the Manager, Mergers and Acquisitions the Economist shall- :

1. Investigate, assess and monitor mergers and concentrations in the Common Market and ensure compliance by enforcing the Merger Control provisions in the COMESA Competition Regulations and Rules;
2. Assess notified and identified mergers as provided for under the COMESA Treaty, COMESA Regulations and Rules, and giving due regard to best international practices;
3. Assist the Member States in establishing effective merger control regimes at domestic level;
4. Compile and submit investigation reports and case recommendations to the Manager- Mergers and Acquisitions;
5. Educate the public on the merger provisions of the COMESA Regulations and Rules as well as draft relevant publications for public dissemination and advise Manager, Mergers and Acquisitions Commission on possible courses of action after a market study is concluded;
6. Foster multilateral cooperation in cross-border merger review among Member States;
7. Network with regional and international merger enforcement officials and keep an update on latest developments and facilitate the Commission’s participation in key merger market analysis regional and international conferences;
8. Submit performance reports to the Manager, Mergers and Acquisitions as required; and
9. Perform all such things as are incidental to the foregoing and/or as may be lawfully delegated by the Manager, Mergers and Acquisitions.

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Economist, Enforcement and Exemptions - P3 (2 Posts)

The COMESA Competition Commission ("the Commission") is a regional body corporate established under Article 6 of the COMESA Competition Regulations (“the Regulations”) promulgated under Article 55 of the COMESA Treaty. The commission is responsible for promoting competition and enhancing the welfare of consumers in the common market. The main functions of the commission are to prohibit, monitor and investigate anti-competitive business practices, control mergers and other forms of acquisitions in the common market and mediate disputes between the member states concerning ant-competitive conduct. The Commission commenced its operations on 14th January, 2013 and is located in Lilongwe, Malawi.

The Commission is looking for the services of suitably qualified nationals of the COMESA Member States to fill the position of Economist, Enforcement and Exemptions (P3) tenable at the COMESA Competition Commission in Lilongwe, Malawi

Responsibilities

Under the immediate supervision of the Manager, Enforcement and Exemptions, the Economist shall- :

1. Investigate, assess and monitor anticompetitive business practices in the Common Market and ensure compliance by enforcing the Regulations and Rules pertaining to the prevention of anticompetitive business practices;
2. Assess complaints regarding anticompetitive business practices and identify anticompetitive conduct on the market in line with the provisions of the COMESA Treaty, Regulations and Rules, with due regard to international best practices;
3. Conduct market studies aimed at enhancing the understanding of the Commission as regards the market structure and conduct of market players in the relevant industry;
4. Compile and submit investigation reports and case recommendations to the Manager, Enforcement and Exemptions;
5. Undertake consumer advocacy and outreach programmes in the Member States with the view to enhance the competition culture;
6. Conduct capacity building initiatives in the Member States aimed at enhancing the enforcement of the regional and the national competition laws;
7. Conduct rigorous economic analysis of competition cases and prepare audible reports on the findings;
8. Assist with the development of COMESA specific methodological frameworks for case analyses;
9. Assist in the development of departmental strategic plan to feed into the Commission’s Corporate Strategic Plan;
10. Prepare and submit performance reports to the Manager, Enforcement and Exemptions; and
11. Perform all such things as are incidental to the foregoing and/or as may be lawfully delegated by the Manager, Enforcement and Exemptions.

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Senior Power Engineer Job at AfDB

• Position title: Senior Power Engineer
• Grade: PL-5
• Position N°: NA
• Reference: N°ADB/14/043
• Publication date: 28/08/2014
• Closing date: 15/09/2014

Objectives

The Energy, Environment and Climate Change Department (ONEC) assists Country Programme Departments to manage Bank Group energy operations in regional member countries (RMCs). It addresses climate change and environmental issues by incorporating them into Bank Group supported operations and giving them the visibility required. ONEC includes two energy divisions and a third division which will be responsible for climate change and environment issues. The main objective of the Eastern and Southern Africa Energy Division (ONEC.2) is to build on the Bank’s sector skills and strengthen its capacity to become the leader in strategy, development, financing and implementation of energy projects and programs in Eastern and Southern Africa.

Duties and responsibilities

The Senior Power Engineer will work under the general supervision and guidance of the Manager, Eastern and Southern Africa Energy Sector. His/her core duties/responsibilities will include the following:

Policies, strategy, and frameworks

• Contribute in the preparation or review of policies and strategies for Bank Group intervention in energy;
• contribute to country and regional strategy papers; undertake relevant studies and analyses; etc;

Project management:

• Contribute to solve issues related to energy sector development including advice to RMCs  for  promoting policies conducive to strong growth/development of the energy sector  as well as other areas of activity of the Division (creation of an enabling environment for private sector investments in energy projects, corporate governance);
• Lead, coordinate and/or oversee the identification, appraisal, negotiations, supervision and ex-post reviews of Bank operations focusing on  the energy sector, involving RMCs’ governments, private sponsor –if relevant- and other development partners or concerned parties;
• Oversee and carry out an active and effective management of the assigned portfolio, including Sector Policy-Based Operations and Institutional Support  Projects;
• provide the required technical skills to design national and multinational projects that respond to the needs of the RMCs and RECs based on their priorities and selectivity;

Knowledge Development:

• Contribute to the preparation of Energy sector Assessment and other upstream analytical and diagnostic work to inform Country Strategy papers (CSP) ; provide support to Country/Regional departments on policy dialogue with RMCs relating to Energy sector and related issues; and provide back-up to country offices to ensure provision of quality advisory service to RMCs  ;
• Contribute to the preparation of policy statements, papers, briefs and various reports on energy sector issues and other areas relevant to the Energy, Environment & Climate Change Department;
• Represent the Bank in national and regional partnerships, networks, conferences, workshops, and training seminars on issues related to Energy sector development and related issues;
• Undertake any other task as the Manager ONEC.2 may assign.

Selection Criteria

Including desirable skills, knowledge and experience

• At least a Master’s degree in engineering,
• Minimum five (5) years of relevant professional experience in project origination and sector analysis;
• Full understanding of the principles of project cycle and project implementation;
• Proven ability to interact competently with the staff of government and donor agencies on issues relating to aid coordination, as well as with the private sector;
• Proven ability to build and lead a team of professional staff, and utilize talent and expertise of team members in a productive way;
• Good listener with demonstrated ability to present and win support for ideas as well as make effective and timely decisions;
• Capacity to initiate and manage innovations and change.
• Competence in the use of Bank standard software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, MS Projects);
• The incumbent should also have competence in (or ability/willingness to become quickly familiar with) the use of various tools available and applied by the Bank such as SAP
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, with preference for capabilities in both languages.
• Knowledge of IT tools; knowledge of SAP is desirable.

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To apply for this position, you need to be national of one of AfDB member countries.

• Submitted by: Division Manager, CHRM 1
• Approved by: Director, CHRM

Only applicants who fully meet the Bank's requirements and are being considered for interview will be contacted. Applicants will only be considered if they submit an online application, and attach a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV). The AfDB President reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level. The African Development Bank is an equal opportunities employer and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply: www.afdb.org/jobs