Jobs at the Independent Electoral Commission - Jan 2016

VACANCY: PRINCIPAL ELECTIONS OFFICER I – D2 (5 POSTS)

Suitable candidates are invited to submit their applications for the above mentioned position tenable at various Outstations in the Independent Electoral Commission.

SALARY: D2 (P231,708 – P255,828) per annum
VACANCY CIRCULAR NO. 1 OF 2016

KEY COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• Integrity and Trust
• Organising
• Drive for Results
• Resource Management
• Functional/Technical Skills
• Presentation Skills
• Customer Focus

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To coordinate the implementation of electoral processes throughout the Electoral Cycle in accordance with the Electoral Act.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

1. Interpret the Electoral Act to the public;
2. Interpret and manages Outreach Programmes;
3. Supervise the planning and implementation of the voter registration exercise;
4. Supervise planning and implementation of activities for voting process;
5. Produce regular reports;
6. Deputise the Chief Elections Officer in executing administrative and technical responsibilities of the Elections Unit;
7. Manage the Outstation’s Recurrent Budget and Procurement Processes; and
8. Manage the Outstation’s Resources.
9. Undertake any other related duties as assigned by the Secretary and the Commission

QUALIFICATIONS:

Degree in Social Sciences (Political Science/Public Administration/International Relations).

EXPERIENCE:

At least 10 years of experience of which 2 years should have been served at D3 salary scale. Managerial experience will be an added advantage.

LEAVE: 30 working days per annum.

BENEFITS:

Optional contributory Medical Aid Scheme (Government pays 50% and Employee pays 50%).

Contributory Pension Fund Scheme (Government pays 15% and Employee pays 5%).

APPLICATIONS:

Please quote the number of the vacancy circular and give the following details:
• Full names, postal address, date and place of birth.
• Brief summary of career with duties (Curriculum vitae) and competencies.
• Certified copies of certificates and Omang.
• At least three (3) certified copies of references.
• Date of first appointment, date of appointment to present post and basic salary/scale

IMPORTANT:

All applications from serving public officers should be routed through their Heads of Department and Permanent Secretaries (Accounting Officers). Applications not so routed will not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be responded to. Faxed applications will not be accepted.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Secretary
Independent Electoral Commission
Private Bag 00284
Gaborone
Tel: 3612400

Or

Physical Address
Plot 63726, Acumen Park, Fairground
Between Grant Thornton and Twin Towers Offices

CLOSING DATE: 29th January, 2016 at 16:30 hours.

For further information required please contact: Human Resources Office at 3612400

VACANCY: PRINCIPAL INFORMATION EDUCATION OFFICER II – D3 (2 POSTS)

Suitable candidates are invited to submit their applications for the above mentioned position tenable in IEC Headquarters.

VACANCY CIRCULAR NO. 2 OF 2016
SALARY: D3 (P201,516 – P222,468) per annum

KEY COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• Integrity and Trust
• Research Skills
• Analytical Skills
• Use of relevant Information and Communication Technology softwares
• Communication Skills
• Report Writing and Presentation Skills

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To develop and review Civic and Voter Education programmes for effective delivery of electoral processes.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

1. Monitor and evaluate of IEC programmes, projects and processes;
2. Designing of monitoring evaluation tools;
3. Conduct research for the development and upgrading of the IEC programmes;
4. Oversee the implementation of civic and voter education programmes;
5. Coordinate the distribution of educational material; and
6. Undertake any other related duties as assigned by the Secretary and the Commission.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Degree in Social Sciences (Political Science/Public Administration/Statistics/ Demography/International Relations). Short courses in research will be an added advantage.

EXPERIENCE:

At least 8 years of experience of which 2 years should have been served at D4 salary scale or equivalent.

LEAVE: 30 working days per annum.
BENEFITS: Optional contributory Medical Aid Scheme (Government pays 50% and Employee pays 50%).

Contributory Pension Fund Scheme (Government pays 15% and Employee pays 5%).

APPLICATIONS:

Please quote the number of the vacancy circular and give the following details:
• Full names, postal address, date and place of birth.
• Brief summary of career with duties (Curriculum vitae) and competencies.
• Certified copies of certificates and Omang.
• At least three (3) certified copies of references.
• Date of first appointment, date of appointment to present post and basic salary/scale

IMPORTANT:

All applications from serving public officers should be routed through their Heads of Department and Permanent Secretaries (Accounting Officers). Applications not so routed will not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be responded to. Faxed applications will not be accepted.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Secretary
Independent Electoral Commission
Private Bag 00284
Gaborone
Tel: 3612400

Or

Physical Address
Plot 63726, Acumen Park, Fairground
Between Grant Thornton and Twin Towers Offices

CLOSING DATE: 29th January, 2016 at 16:30 hours.

For further information required please contact: Human Resources Office at 3612400