Exciting Career Opportunity in Trade & Regional Development

TradeMark East Africa (TMEA) is funded by a range of development agencies with the aim of growing prosperity in East Africa through trade.

We believe that enhanced trade contributes to economic growth, a reduction in poverty and subsequently increased prosperity.

The first phase of TMEA runs to mid-2017 and we expect this to be followed by a second phase from 2017 to 2024.

TMEA has its headquarters in Nairobi with branches in Arusha, Bujumbura, Dar es Salaam, Juba, Kampala and Kigali.

We are looking for a high calibre, results-oriented and experienced professional to join our team in the position detailed below.

Programme Manager, Ports Engineer

 
The Programme Manager, Ports Engineer will be the project manager for all TMEA-funded civil and maritime works activities at the Mombasa Port. S/he will report to the Infrastructure Director, Northern Corridor and consult closely with the Kenya Country Director.

S/he will work closely with the rest of the Mombasa Port team and the Kenya Country Programme team.

The ideal candidate will be a graduate in civil or maritime engineering and a registered engineer in Kenya or recognised by Engineers Registration Board of Kenya.

S/he must possess a minimum of eight (8) years’ experience in civil or maritime engineering or a related field, and proven solid experience with one or more of the major surface transport modes (road, rail and port) as well as in project management and procurement.

Application Details

The detailed job profile for this post can be accessed on our website www.trademarkea.com.

This position will be based in Mombasa, Kenya and is available on a one year contract with the possibility of renewal.

Please apply online through http://www.trademarkea.com/work-with-us/ by Friday, 24 June 2016, 5.00pm East African time and ensure that you attach your detailed CV which should include details of your qualifications, present position and work experience.

Your application should also include a working e-mail address, daytime telephone contacts, and names and contact details of three referees.

Interviews will be conducted early August 2016 in Nairobi, Kenya.

Please note that we will only consider applications received on-line through the link provided above.

Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.

We reserve the right to accept or reject any application.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

TradeMark East Africa is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to open and transparent recruitment processes.