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POSITION DESCRIPTION:




From the DAILY NEWS Friday, May 2, 2014
Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation (TPDC)
Directorate Of Finance Purpose And Scope Of Position
The Director of Finance shall ensures effective system control of the Corporation's assets and liabilities; , provides financial and costs information of the operations which will enable the control exercise and achieve budget in line with the financial objectives of the Corporation, monitor the financial aspects of contracts of third parties to ensure that the Corporation's interest have been adequately considered, provide financial and management accounting services for the Corporation including budgeting and budgetary control. Responsible for origination and execution of project finance advisory and financing transactions in the corporation.
'PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(i) Assists and supports the Managing Director in carrying out the financial policies of the Corporation as specified by the Board of Directors;
(ii) Ensures the proper control of Corporation assets, liabilities, financing and cost of operations so as to achieve budget in line with financial objective of the Corporation;
(iii) Monitors financial aspects of contracts with third parties;
(iv) Saves the Corporation's interest regarding the financial matters particularly financing decision and raising funds for corporation activities;
(v) Oversees preparation of financial statements;
(vi) Works closely with heads of other Directorates in planning of sound capital structure;
(vii) Forecasts on cash flow and financial resources of the Corporation;
(viii) Designs financial policies and regulations of the corporation;
(ix) Conducts planning of resources and manages them so that future requirements of the corporation are met;
(x) Supervises financial performance of the Corporation;
(xi) Oversees staff development in the Directorate;
(xii) Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the Managing Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Holder of a Master's Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting and CPA (T)-or equivalent qualifications from
a recognized institution. A holder of PhD degree in the relevant academic field will be an added advantage.

WORKING EXPERIENCE
At least 13 years experience of which 5 years must be at senior level in the relevant field. Specialization in international finance in Oil and Gas will be an added advantage.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(i) provides legal services to the Corporation
(ii) Handles matters relating to the Board of Directors
(iii) provides legal advice and assistance to all Departments, Units and Subsidiaries;
(iv) Ensures proper management of contracts with user departments and units;
(v) Represents the Corporation in the Courts of law
(vi) Ensures compliance of the legislation relating to energy sector;
(vii) Prepares minutes, agenda, notices, and subsequent correspondence in connection with meetings of the

Management Committees and Board of Directors. (viii) Acts as custodian of the seal of the Corporation;
(ix) Provides efficient and effective insurance cover to the Corporation's property;
(x) Oversees staff development in the Department.
(xi) Performs any other related duties as may be assigned by the Managing Director.

ASPECTS COMMON TO ALL POSITIONS.
REPORTS TO:
Managing Director
DESIRED ATTRIBUTES AND COMPETENCES

Applicants for all positions are required to demonstrate the following attributes and competences:-Must be visionary, proactive and forward looking
Must be innovative and results- oriented

Must have the ability to maintain a multi-task focus Must demonstrate integrity and professionalism; Must possess good interpersonal relationships;
Must possess excellent communication skills both written and verbal;
Must demonstrate ability to handle community relationships, disputes and conflicts arising from operations in different locations;

Must be able to deal effectively and timely with demanding situations; Must be able to work independently and under tight time schedules;
Must be able to manage continuity, change and transition




APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:




(i) Interested and suitable Tanzanian nationals should submit their application letters along with their curriculum vitae, indicating current email and telephone contacts;
(ii) Public Service applicants must channel their applications through their employers.
(iii) Certified copies of relevant certificates and one recent passport size photograph should be attached to the application letters;
(iv) Each applicant must provide names and contact details of two reputable referees;
(v) Applications without relevant documents will not be considered;
(vi) Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

The Managing Director
Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation
Benjamin William Mkapa Towers Jamhuri/Azikiwe Road
P.O. Box 2774
Dar es Salaam
Tanzania




IF YOU ARE QUALIFIED FOR THIS POSITION
PLEASE FOLLOW THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS