Vacancies at Mecs Africa October 2017
Finance and Accounting ManagerRequired Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience in financial analysis for at least 3 large scale projects or organizations of a similar nature and complexity during the last 10 years.
- Proven ability to provide sound financial analysis and review financial data.
- Previous experience analyzing and reporting variances for project financial performance.
- Strong computer skills and ability to utilize word-processing and database applications including MS Office, Familiar with utilizing advanced computerized financial applications.
- Excellent knowledge of and be fully familiar with the relevant norms, standards and procedures, as well as local legislation, circumstances and practices.
- Strong communication, prioritization, and organizational skills.
- Strong presentation skills (document-based and verbal).
- Ability to work with others in a positive and collaborative manner.
- Ability to work as part of a high-performing and multi-disciplinary team, often operating under tight deadlines and timetables.
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Procurement - Contracts Manager
Required Qualifications:
- Extensive work experience of at least six (6) years in procurement and implementation in the public sector and donor related/funded projects with at least three of them at senior level
- Demonstrated advanced knowledge and understanding of Tanzanian procurement procedures is a strong preference - emphasis shall be on the practical application of the Tanzanian laws and regulations
- At least two (2) years’ experience in dealing with or managing procurement's for donor funded projects, and specific experience with World Bank funded projects is an added advantage
- Conversant with modern project and construction management techniques, work programming, cost estimation, measurement/payment certification, and dealing with claims/dispute resolution, utilizing advanced computerized applications associated therewith
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Program Manager
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 10 years’ experience working in the developing world, at least 5 in Africa with a strong preference for Tanzania experience and minimum of 5 years’ management experience.
- Minimum 3 assignments working in the developing world, at least 1 in Africa with a strong preference for Tanzania experience.
- Experience with capacity building of third world nationals on at least 2 assignments with a strong preference for Africa experience.
- Construction supervision/oversight experience on at least 4 projects, 2 of which must be in the developing world. Preference for water infrastructure.
- Proven cultural sensitivity and adaptability.
- Strong project scheduling skills.
- Proven project financial management skills with one or more projects sized greater than USD $50 M.
- Excellent writing skills and use of the full suite of Microsoft software such as Word, Excel and Project, Outlook.
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Project Controls Manager
Required Qualifications:
- At least 10 years’ demonstrable experience with program controls for multi contract projects involving both consultants and contractors involved with large infrastructure projects
- Managed project controls on at least one (1) project with a value of over $50 million and containing multiple project components
- Experience with program and project management software
- Excellent oral and written communications skills in English, and the ability to prepare reports.
- Ability to work as part of a high-performing, multi-disciplinary team, under tight deadlines
- Ability to function independently
- A commitment to the company’s mission and Core Values
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, MS Project, and Oracle Primavera Scheduling (or similar software) and Contract management tools
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Deputy Program Manager
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 10 years’ experience working in engineering construction supervision with extensive experience with water infrastructure projects.
- Minimum of 5 years’ management experience.
- Construction supervision/oversight and contract management experience on at least 4 projects in Tanzania. Preference for water infrastructure.
- Strong project scheduling skills.
- Excellent writing skills and use of the full suite of Microsoft software such as Word, Excel and Project, Outlook.
- Fluency in Swahili and English required.
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