EAST AFRICAN COMMUNITY

Applications are invited from suitably qualified citizens of East Africa for the following position tenable at the East Af frican Court of Justice (EACJ):

RESEARCH OFFICER
(REF: EAC/HR/2013-2014/003)

Grade: Reports to: Organ/Institution: Station :

P1 1 Registrar East African Court of Justice (EACJ) EAC Headquarters Headquarters-Arusha, Tanzania

Main Purpose of the Job: Facilitate research and information services to the Judges and staff of the East African Court of Justice and provide technical support in research, documentation and dissemination of information. Duties and Responsibilities: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Establish research, documentation and information dissemination systems for the Court. Facilitate Research and dissemination of findin findings to the Judges. Document and maintain research findings findings. Ensure documentation and dissemination of research findings. Research and d document information on various subjects for use by the Judges. Judges Organize and catalogue the work and output of the Court Court. Develop evelop research linkages with the Judiciaries in the Partner States, Courts with similar jurisdiction and other relevant institutions and organizations.
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Qualifications and Experience: i) ii) A Bachelors degree in Law from a recognized University and post graduate qualification in Law. 5 years experience in legal research.

Skills and Competencies: The ideal candidate should have good interpersonal, and communication skills as well as excellent research and report writing skills. S/he must be proficient in the use of Computer office applications.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE This post is tenable on a five (5) year contract term renewable once upon satisfactory performance and is subject to the application of the EAC Quota System. In line with the provisions of the EAC Staff Rules and Regulations, Candidates whose age will be 55 years at the time of appointment will not be eligible.

FRINGE BENEFITS The post offers attractive fringe benefits including housing allowance, transport allowance, education allowance, a medical scheme, and a group life insurance cover. For more information, visit our website: www.eac.int

HOW TO APPLY Interested candidates should submit their applications by registered mail, courier service, e-mail or dispatch together with Curriculum Vitae, copies of both academic and professional certificates and testimonials, names and addresses of three referees, and day time telephone contact to:
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The Secretary General East African Community P. o Box 1096 Arusha - Tanzania. Fax No: +255 27 2504255/ +255 27 2050281 E-mail: vacancies@eachq.org

To be received not later than 30th October 2013 at 5:00pm local time Female Candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. The East African Community will only respond to those candidates who meet the specified job requirements.

The East African Community will only respond to those candidates who meet its requirements.