Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About South African Embassy:
The Economic Section of the South African High Commission in Kampala is responsible for promoting economic co-operation between south Africa and Uganda. These activities are both export and investment related.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
The pro-active recruitment of foreign direct investment from south Africa to Uganda through:
The pro-active recruitment of foreign direct investment from south Africa to Uganda through:
· Presentation and seminars on the Ugandan investment environment to business executives
· Matching potential investors with investment opportunities in South Africa and Uganda
· Guiding potential investors through the investment process and assisting them with establishing their operations in Uganda
The Active Promotion of South Africa’s Exports to Uganda through:
· Identifying potential buyers of South African products through market research
· Matching potential Ugandan importers with South African Exporters
· Responding to trade inquiries from both Uganda and South Africa
· Providing support to importers and South African exporters to facilitate export transactions
· Organize and participate in trade exhibitions
· Monitor changes and developments in the Ugandan economic environment and inform the South African authorities
Qualifications, Skills & Experience:
· A relevant qualification in Economics/Marketing, preferably B.Com. with Economics as a major, plus a minimum of 2 years proven experience in marketing or related field
· Sound knowledge of the Uganda economy
· Practical knowledge and experience in market research aimed at the identification of potential investors and importers
· An experienced public speaker with good presentation skills and ability to speak with authority
· A mature person with an excellent command of written and verbal English
· Project Management and Organizational skills
· Fully computer literate
· Ability to work in a multicultural and dynamic environment
· Ability to interact with comfortably with senior government personnel and business persons at CEO level
· South African citizens residing in Uganda are encouraged to apply for this position.
How to apply:
Applications together with a detailed CV and certified copies of all education certificates should be submitted to:
First Secretary (Administration)
South African High Commission
Plot 15 A Nakasero Road
P.O.Box 22667, Kampala
First Secretary (Administration)
South African High Commission
Plot 15 A Nakasero Road
P.O.Box 22667, Kampala
Deadline: 25th March, 2013
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