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Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development Bank (PTA Bank) Jobs

The Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development Bank commonly known as the PTA Bank, is the financial arm of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA).

PTA Bank is looking for individuals who are self motivated and results oriented to join a team committed to building a world class financial institution. The Bank offers competitive tax free salaries and benefits commensurate with the standards of excellence that it expects.

Interested and qualified candidates are therefore invited from nationals of member states to apply for the following positions.

1. Director, Project and Infrastructure Finance Department

Job Summary:

Reporting to the President, the Director of Project and Infrastructure Finance Department is responsible for the overall financial performance of the department.

The role entails the identification, preparation and appraisal of projects; structuring financing and loan recovery programs; undertaking sector review and other investment related intelligence studies; drawing the Department’s project financing strategies; developing credit policies and guidelines and ensuring implementation and managing the work of the department, including the economic research function.

Job Specifications:

* Post graduate degree in Banking, Commerce, Finance, Business or Economics
* A minimum of 10 years experience in project management, at management level, in Commercial / Development Banking, Finance or similar institution
* Project appraisal skills, including project cash flows, risk analysis and hedging techniques
* Proven leadership skills and an innovative approach to work with the ability to motivate staff in a demanding environment
* Excellent communication, analytical and interpersonal skills with ability to work in a multicultural setting

Location: The position is based in Bujumbura, Burundi.

2. Director, Trade Finance Department

Job Summary:

Reporting to the President, the Director of Trade Finance Department is responsible for the overall financial performance of the department.

The duties include identification, preparation and appraisal of trade finance transactions; structuring financing and loan recovery programs; undertaking sector review and other investment related intelligence studies; drawing the Department’s trade financing strategies; developing and implementing credit guidelines and ensuring implementation and managing the work of the department, including the economic
research function.

Job Specifications:

* Post graduate degree in Banking, Commerce, Finance, Business or Economics
* A minimum of 10 years experience in structured trade and commodity finance including at least 3 years at management/supervisory level, in a Commercial/ Development Finance environment or related institution
* Demonstrated track record of solid performance in previous positions
* Proven leadership skills and an innovative approach to work with ability to motivate staff in a demanding environment
* Excellent communication, analytical and interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a multicultural setting

Location: The position alternates between Nairobi, Kenya and Bujumbura, Burundi.

3. Director, Legal and Corporate Affairs Department

Job Summary:

Reporting directly to the President, the Director of Legal and Corporate Affairs Department, advises the Bank on legal matters and assists management in the formulation and development of Bank policies and practices and participates in their evaluation in view of continuous adaptation to prevailing circumstances.

The position holder is responsible for ensuring that that the Bank’s rights are protected and that the Bank operates within its Charter, regulations and other legal requirements.

Job Specifications:

* Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) and a Master’s Degree in Law (LLM), preferably Corporate, Finance or Trade Law and a license to practice law in any of the Bank’s member countries. Additional qualification in Banking, Finance or French law will have a significant advantage
* A minimum of 10 years supervisory/managerial level experience in progressively responsible legal positions in Commercial/Development Banking environment or related institutions
* The candidate should demonstrate a strong legal background either as a corporate lawyer or as an Advocate of the High Court
* Excellent communication, analytical and interpersonal skills with ability to work in a multicultural setting

Location: The position is based in Bujumbura, Burundi.

Applications should include a resume, recent passport size photo, full contact address and the names and addresses of three referees. Candidates must have a good knowledge of the operating environment and must be below the age of 45 years.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

All inquiries should be sent to kifle.hamza@ptabank.org

Applications should be sent to the following address by July 10, 2010:

Director, Human Resources and Administration
The Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development (PTA Bank)
Bishop’s Road, NSSF Complex 22nd Floor
P. O. Box 48596 00-100, Nairobi, Kenya

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Managing Editor Job Vacancy: BBC East African Bureau - African Services

Managing Editor, East African Bureau, African Services
Nairobi, Kenya
Ref. 315489

East Africa is a key market for the BBC World Service and as the Managing Editor you’ll drive the editorial agenda in the bureau, inspiring the very best journalism about East Africa and helping the BBC explain the region to the rest of the world.

You’ll be responsible for managing a team of producers and reporters based in Kenya and working for various BBC World Service sections.

You’ll need to be able to demonstrate excellent team building and interpersonal skills.

This is a key role within the BBC World Service; it requires relevant experience as a journalist at a senior level, fantastic contacts and comprehensive understanding of the East Africa & Great Lakes Region.

As well as leading the bureau’s innovative output, you’ll work with marketing and business development teams to advise the BBC on broadcasting and marketing opportunities in the region.

You’ll have a strategic approach to running a newsroom and working knowledge of Kiswahili or Kisomali is highly desirable.

Applications to be received by 25 June.

Visit bbc.co.uk/jobs
Call +44 (0)370 333 1330
Textphone 02890 328 478

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De Rossi admits ‘his mistake’

Italy midfielder Daniele De Rossi has admitted that he made a mistake which led to Paraguay’s goal in Cape Town.

The defending champions had to battle back to a 1-1 draw in their opening game in Group F as De Rossi scored the leveller in the second period.

But the Azzurri’s were given a fright when Paraguay went ahead on 39 minutes as Antolin Alcaraz headed in from a free-kick.

De Rossi has now conceded that he let his side down by losing his marker, but was relieved his team-mates upped their game to secure what could be a vital point.

“We played well, were tough and allowed Paraguay very little. My mistake led to the goal, so everyone was angry,” he said.

“We were going too deep defending the free-kicks, but he was my man and I was meant to be marking him. I definitely take the blame for that goal.

“It was important to get back on track at the start of the second half and we felt the path was there for the victory.

“I don’t think it was a tactical issue, as Paraguay were more aggressive in the first half and lost that intensity a little as time wore on.

“We passed the ball around, but were a little sterile in the final third and you pay for that at this level. We need to improve in the final third, to be more clinical and to get the final pass into the box. That’s what counts in a World Cup.”

Source: http://www.footballcupleague.com

Hot-shot Dzeko and Grafite keep Wolfsburg on top

Berlin - Wolfsburg’s strikers Edin Dzeko and Grafite both netted in the German league leader’s 3-0 win over Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday while title rivals Hertha Berlin and Bayern Munich also picked up wins.

With Hertha winning 2-0 at Cologne and Bayern enjoying a 3-0 victory over Bavaria neighbours Bayer Leverkusen, Wolfsburg stay top of the Bundesliga only by virtue of a better goal difference.

Bayern’s win also puts them on 63 points and they are two behind Wolfsburg on goal difference, while Hertha are third on 62 points with two games left.

Fourth-placed Stuttgart now need to win at Schalke on Wednesday if they want to stay in the title race.

Wolfsburg’s Dzeko hit his 21st goal of the season when he latched onto a through ball in Dortmund’s penalty area after only 14 minutes.

And Grafite moved one clear of Stuttgart’s Mario Gomez as the league’s top scorer with his 24th goal in 23 league games when he accepted Dzeko’s simple tap in on 47 minutes.

To add insult to injury, Dortmund had Kevin-Prince Boateng sent off for a dangerous tackle before Dzeko added his second with five minutes remaining as Dortmund finally had their seven-game winning streak broken.

Defending champions Bayern Munich ran riot against Leverkusen as Luca Toni opened the scoring just after the half-time break.

Then French midfielder Franck Ribery added a second on 59 minutes with a clever flick over Bayer goalkeeper Rene Adler.

And Bayern striker Lukas Podolski – who is heading back to his former club Cologen at the end of the season – was set up by his Germany team-mate Bastian Schweinsteiger to hit Munich’s third on 71 minutes.

Hertha Berlin are still in the title race after their 2-1 win at Cologne thanks to Brazilian Cicero and midfielder Patrick Ebert while the home side pulled back a late consolation goal.

Bottom side Karlsruhe look almost certain to be relegated as they squandered a 2-0 lead to slump to a 3-2 defeat at home to Hanover and the league’s last team are four points from safety with two games left.

On Wednesday night, UEFA Cup finalists Werder Bremen are at Eintracht Frankfurt, while Stuttgart must win at Schalke to keep their title dreams alive.

Hamburg are at home to Bochum while relegation candidates Energie Cottbus are at home to Borussia Moenchengladbach and Arminia Bielefeld are at home to Hoffenheim.

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Goal-scorer Gomez pulls out of training

Berlin - Striker Mario Gomez pulled out of training with a knee injury on Sunday having scored the first goal in Germany’s 2-0 win over South Africa in a friendly on Saturday.

With Germany facing minnows Azerbaijan on Wednesday in Hanover with World Cup qualifier points at stake, Bayern Munich’s Gomez pulled out of training in Cologne on Sunday complaining of pain in his right knee and received treatment.

The rest of the squad trained without problems and Germany coach Joachim Loew said he was happy with Saturday night’s performance, having played a 4-3-3 system rather than the traditional 4-4-2 formation.

Loew used the speed of 20-year-old wingers Mesut Oezil and Marko Marin to exploit space down the flanks for lone striker Gomez, while Werder Bremen’s Oezil scored Germany’s second goal.

“My team did well both in terms of result and performance,” said Loew who criticised his team last month when they struggled to a 2-0 win over Azerbaijan in Baku in a World Cup qualifier.

“That was a clear improvement in relation to our last few games, we were more fluid on the ball.

“We have been together for a week now and you could see the benefits of the extra training.

“There are still a few things which don’t fit into the way we play.

“There is still some room for improvement in defence, Arne Friedrich and Heiko Westermann put in good claims for their centre-back places.

“Our structure has improved greatly.”

Oezil put in the most eye-catching performance of the night having been handed his first start for Germany and Loew singled him out.

“Mesut Oezil brought a lot of creativity and was technically excellent, he has a good eye and can produce some dangerous situations for us.

“He played very well in attack, but he still has things to learn on tracking back, but I am very happy with his performance.”

In front of his home crowd, Leverkusen goalkeeper Rene Adler gave a good account of himself, but his rival Robert Enke will be in Germany’s Number One shirt for Wednesday’s qualifier.

Loew kept his cards close to his chest when asked if he will use the 4-3-3 formation again on Wednesday.

Germany lead Group Four by a single point and face their most important game of the qualification campaign so far when they take on Russia in Moscow on October 10. (AFP)

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Loew recalls Enke and Gomez back for Germany

Berlin - Germany coach Joachim Loew said Thursday he is set to recall goalkeeper Robert Enke and striker Mario Gomez for Saturday’s World Cup qualifier against Liechtenstein in Leipzig.

Germany top Group 4 with nearest rivals Russia four points behind, but Loew knows his side can ill-afford to drop points either on Saturday or on April 1 against Wales in Cardiff before they travel to Moscow in October.

Back-to-back home defeats at the hands of England and Norway recently mean Germany need a convincing win at Leipzig’s Zentralstadion to stay on course for South Africa next year.

Having recovered from a broken hand, Hanover’s Robert, 31, is back in goal while an ankle injury to Bayern Munich’s Miroslav Klose means Stuttgart’s Mario Gomez will partner Bayern’s Lukas Podolski up front.

"Robert has showed good form in recent weeks and we trust him," said Loew in Wednesday’s press conference.

With Leverkusen goalkeeper Rene Adler nursing an elbow injury, Enke will keep his place to face the Welsh in Cardiff four days later unless he picks up an injury.

And Leverkusen striker Stefan Kiessling passed a fitness test on Thursday and looks set to be included on the bench.

Hamburg winger Piotr Trochowski is out with a knee injury, so Gomez is expected to start having scored seven goals in his last eight league games, despite a poor performance at Euro 2008 last June.

"Independent of our personnel problems, we want to pick up six points," said Loew on Wednesday.

And with the friendly 2-1 defeat against England last November and the 1-0 reversal to Norway in February still fresh in the memory here, captain Michael Ballack is urging an immediate response from Germany.

"We are determined to compensate for those defeats and we want two unconditional victories," said Ballack.

Written by: AFP

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Ballack´s charm offensive on Germany team-mates

Berlin - Germany captain Michael Ballack has been working hard to build bridges with his team-mates following last autumn’s spat with national coach Joachim Loew, senior players have revealed.

Chelsea midfielder Ballack caused a storm here last autumn when he accused Loew of failing to show senior players enough respect and loyalty after veteran midfielder Torsten Frings was kept on the bench for two World Cup qualifiers.

Ballack was later forced to issue an apology and backed down, but it became clear things were not entirely harmonious in the Germany camp.

And senior players defender Philipp Lahm and striker Miroslav Klose have revealed Ballack is now working hard to improve his image within the national team.

"He approaches players far more now than he used to," Bayern Munich’s Lahm told Stern magazine.

And Klose, who misses both Germany’s qualifiers against Leichtenstein, in Leipzig on March 28, and Wales, on April 1 in Cardiff, with an ankle injury, says Ballack must lead by example on and off the field.

"You notice that Michael tries to integrate himself more," said Klose, who has captained Germany in Ballack’s absence.

"But he must also do that on the field, that will not happen today or tomorrow, but is something he must learn and create for himself."

After Germany lost the Euro 2008 final 1-0 to Spain in Vienna last June, several senior players criticised Ballack for using strong language, especially in his on-field row with team manager Oliver Bierhoff.

Ballack later justified his words by saying when he started his career, a football dressing room was the place where problems within the team were thrashed out.

"Things are different to how they were," said Ballack, who made his debut in 1999.

"My challenge is to conduct myself as the captain of the national team and to be approachable for the younger players."

And Loew himself says he has seen a change in attitude from his captain, who has won 90 caps.

"During the last game, I had the feeling that Michael was communicating more and that is good," said the national coach.

Germany have lost their last two games at home – the first time that has happened since 1956 – when they went down 2-1 to England at Berlin’s Olympic Stadium last November and were then humbled 1-0 by Norway in February.

Minnows Leichtenstein – ranked 151 in the world – take on Germany on March 28 in a World Cup qualifier and Germany need a convincing win to underline their place as group leaders ahead of Russia.

Written by: AFP

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