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• In charge of the supervision of staff and
  planning of activities of the Standards, Quality, Metrology and Testing
  Department
• Develop indicators that allow an
  impact-oriented monitoring;
• Strengthen the coordination mechanism for
  SQMT activities at the EAC Secretariat and contribute to an increased
  awareness about SQMT issues;
• Actively promote the implementation of the
  EAC SQMT Act, 2006, the Strategic Plan and the EAC SQMT regional projects
  and monitor progress;
• Organise meetings of the East African
  Standards Committee and the Sub-Committees on Standardisation, Quality
  Assurance, Metrology and Testing, and East African  Accreditation Board;
• Actively contribute to the Development of
  annual work plans for the Technical Sub-Committees, approved by East
  African Standards committee ;
• Facilitate publishing of the EAC Standards
  and establishment of an EAC Standards Catalogue;
• Maintain and update the EAC Standards
  Catalogue;
• Maintain a harmonious relationship with the
  heads and technical officers in the National Bureaus of Standards (NSBs)
  and National Accreditation Bodies/Focal Points;
• Work closely with stakeholders concerning
  awareness / networking on SQMT activities and together continuously
  conduct searches to ensure that all agreed standards are up to date;
• Coordinate Peer Assessment of National  Standards Institutions;
• Act as a focal point with regional and
  international SQMT organisations like SADC, SQAM, ARSO, ISO;
• Offer support in the mobilization of funding
  of SQMT activities at the Community;
• Develop and disseminate information materials
  to stakeholders and target groups;
• Implement Council decisions and prepare
  progress and annual reports.

• The ideal candidate for the East African
  Community Principal Standards Officer career opportunity must hold a Master’s
  degree in Science   or equivalent
  degree from a recognised University/Institution. MBA or Postgraduate Qualification
  in Management will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of ten years of relevant experience
  within an EAC Partner State Quality Institutions or a relevant  organisation related with   SQMT field, five (5) years of which  at a Senior level.
• Skills and Competencies: Strong technical and analytical
  capabilities and skills for developing mechanisms for data collection;
  Excellent drafting and report writing skills; Excellent organizational
  skills; ability to handle multiple tasks without compromising quality and
  team spirit building skills; Excellent Computer skills; strong
  interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work independently
  in a diverse environment.
• Age: Below 55 years

• Please submit your application either
  electronically or in hard copy but not both.
• Applications which do not: indicate
  nationality and age; the reference number; an application letter attached;
  have certified copies of their academic degrees and other professional certificates;
  or fail to provide three referees shall be disqualified.

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