Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank Jobs

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Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank Limited (TADB)
is a Government Institution established under the Companies Act, 2002 and licensed under the provisions of the Banking and Financial Institutions Act No 5 of 2006 and the Banking and Financial Institutions (Development Finance) Regulations, 2012 as a development bank for agriculture. The TADB is bestowed with two main goals, which are:

To facilitate attainment of sustainable food self-sufficiency and food security in Tanzania.
To promote and support transformation of agriculture from subsistence to commercial in order to effectively and sustainably contribute to economic growth and poverty reduction.
The following are key objectives of the bank, among others:

To catalyze credit delivery to the agricultural sector and thereby accelerate agricultural productivity and economic growth;
To lead, as an apex agricultural financing bank, in capacity building strategies and programmes to strengthen the agricultural value chain financing;
To be an important player in the implementation of the Government’s development vision, policies and programmes;
To build on existing agro-financing activities through provision of short, medium and long-term facilities to smallholder farmers’ groups, savings and credit cooperative societies (SACCOS), community banks, commercial banks and microfinance institutions (MFIs) that are active in lending to the agricultural sector;
To act as a policy development finance institution responsible for coordination and monitoring of agricultural financing initiatives in the country;
To assist the Government in implementing its policies on enhancing financial inclusion and economic empowerment in the rural areas.
Accordingly, TADB works closely with the Government through all Ministries, Agencies and Institutions related to the development of Agriculture Sector, including Local Government authorities as well as other active non-state players in this Sector.

JOB TITLE: INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER

Responsibilities:

Plan, develop, implement and manage the integrated IS strategy to facilitate effective information processing and data management.
Co‑ordinate data processing, networking, office automation and external contractors in the provision of efficient computer systems, services and support.
Plan and upgrade systems installations and introduction of new systems to enhance systems performance, integrity and administration.
Ensure information systems security through implementation of relevant security controls.
Develop the company’s information systems training programmes in conjunction with line management and ensure its continuous and effective implementation.
Liaise with external information systems contractors as necessary for provision of relevant services to the company.
Prepare, obtain approval and control IT budget within approved levels.
Carry out any other duties assigned to him/her by the supervisor from time to time.
Educational requirements:

Master’s Degree/Postgraduate qualifications in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field.
Experience requirements:

Minimum 6 years’ experience in system design and implementation of which 3 must be in a senior position in a bank or finance institution.
Desired Skills:

Thorough knowledge of banking, accounting and office automation packages.
Hands on experience on LAN, WAN and other communication facilities.
Excellent and well developed interpersonal and organizational skills;
Strong written and communication skills with ability to write documentation in a concise and focused style;
Must be a team player, very self-motivated and able to manage and prioritize work load with minimum supervision;
Leadership, motivation and people management skills.
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JOB TITLE: PUBLIC RELATIONS AND MARKETING MANAGER

Responsibilities:

Develop and manage implementation of bank’s Communication Strategy;
Develop and manage the bank’s relationship with business associates, Government Ministries/Departments/Agencies, Embassies and the general public;
Monitor local news media, analyze and review news and business events to inform management of significant developments and identify emerging issues that might impact on the bank’s image;
Plan, prepare and produce leaflets, brochures, press releases, business leaflets, and develop/ manage a website aimed at promoting the bank’s products and image.
Liaise with news media including issuance of press releases and responding to media inquiries concerning the bank;
Coordinate advertising, marketing and promotion work for the bank’s products and services including management of branding for the bank;
Organize and arrange news conferences, press/publicity events, exhibitions and trade fairs;
Prepare and conduct bank’s awareness programs to disseminate key information to the public on bank undertakings and developments;
Represent the bank and act as the spokesperson in public events;
Coordinate protocol and other logistics related to handling of bank visitors from within and outside the country;
Coordinate engagement of the bank with internal and external stakeholders and bank responses to quests;
Manage and update the bank’s website.
Educational requirements:

Master’s Degree/Postgraduate qualifications in in Public Relations, International Relations, Business Administration or related discipline from a recognized University/Institution

Experience requirements:

At least five (5) years working experience in a reputable organization

Desired Skills:

Excellent and well developed interpersonal and organizational skills;
Strong written and communication skills with ability to write documentation in a concise and focused style;
Must be a team player, very self-motivated and able to manage and prioritize work load with minimum supervision;

High developed Computer skills
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JOB TITLE: SENIOR PROCUREMENT OFFICER

Responsibilities:

Participate in the preparation of Annual Procurement Plan;
Liaise with suppliers/stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of goods and services and inspect them before being accepted into stores;
Attend to inquiries from bidders and suppliers;
Establish a databank of suppliers for the bank and assist in managing suppliers’ relationships and service level agreements (SLA’s)
Assist the Secretary to the Tender Board in preparing agenda for Tender Board meetings;
Maintain registers of all procurement and supply contracts
Prepare compliance reports for submission to the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority
Prepare contract documents
Provide support in review and evaluate procurement requirements and recommend appropriate method of procurement;
Provide assistance to user departments in the preparation of specifications, when required;
Provide support and coordinate preparation of tender bidding documents;
Provide support to procuring goods and services as approved by the Tender Board;
Provide support in conducting training in procurement and contract management;
Carry out any other related duties as may be assigned to him/her by supervisor from time to time.
Educational requirements:

University Graduate in Materials Management or related discipline from a recognized institution;
Registered by the Procurement and Supplies Professionals and Technicians Board (PSPT);
Possession of a recognized professional qualification such as CPSP;
Master’s degree/Post-graduate qualifications in procurement management will be an added advantage.
Experience requirements:

Minimum of three (3) years practical experience in procurement at Officer level;
Desired Skills:

Strong written and communication skills with ability to write reports in a concise and focused style;
Team player with strong interpersonal skills;

Computer skills.
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JOB TITLE: PROCUREMENT MANAGER

Responsibilities:

Develop, implement and maintain a procurement management framework to support the strategic direction of the bank whilst ensuring it is operating in accordance with the Public Procurement Act and other related legislation and policies.
Provide high level advice and services to Management and departmental officers in relation to procurement and supply contracting activities.
Oversee significant procurement projects by taking responsibility for significant purchase plans, tender development, tender management, evaluation advice, contract negotiations and drafting, development of contract management frameworks and assistance with contract dispute mediation.
Develop and continually strengthen relationships with internal and external key clients/stakeholders.
Monitor marketplace changes and other contemporary issues as they relate to procurement to keep abreast of developments that will affect the Department’s procurement function, including any Significant Purchases.
Develop the Corporate Annual Procurement Plan (APP) and coordinate implementation of the Procurement Plan;
Develop appropriate procurement systems, procedures and guidelines for the procurement entity and Contracts Committee.
Liaise with and advise on the administration of all contractual arrangements and amendments to enable timely forward transition to departments and users.
Provide secretariat services to the Tender Board of the bank, including provision of support to the functional units in the delivery of procurement associated strategies.
Manage tender processes, analyze information, negotiate and make recommendations to the Managing Director regarding the awarding of tenders and contracts.
Coordinate implementation and ensure compliance of the Public Procurement Act and its Regulations thereof;
Carry out any other related duties as may be assigned to him/her by the Managing Director from time to time.
Educational requirements:

Master’s Degree/Postgraduate qualifications in Procurement, Materials Management, Business Administration or related discipline.
Must possess a recognized professional qualification such as CPSP and registered by the Procurement and Supplies Professionals and Technicians Board (PSPT).
Experience requirements:

Minimum of 8 years’ relevant experience of which 4 must be in a senior position in a reputable institution preferably public institution.
Desired Skills:


Strong written and communication skills with ability to write reports in a concise and focused style.
Possession of leadership and people management skills, and a team player with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
Team player with strong interpersonal skills.

Possession of computer skills.

Closing:Application should reach the undersigned not later than 4:00pm on Friday 13th January 2017

Managing Director,
Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank Limited (TADB)
3rd Floor Acacia Estates Building,

Plot 84 Kinondoni Road,

P.O Box 63372, Dar es Salaam.

Apply Online Through
Email:info@tadb-kilimo.co.tz

For further information, visit the banks’s Website: www.tadb-kilimo.co.tz