Fund Manager – Universal Access & Service Fund at ZICTA

ZICTA

ROLE PURPOSE

Responsible for undertaking administering the planning and execution of the Universal Access & Service Fund (UASF)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Leads the identification, prioritization and preparation of rural Universal Access projects, in line with Government policy;
Develops and implements project appraisal criterial and funding mechanism for consistency application;
Develops and executes UASF strategy and operational manual;
Develops and implements UASF Annual Plans and Budget;
Identifies and publishes the Fund’s priority areas or designated areas annually;
Identifies and prepares UASF projects plan;
Disburses funds in accordance with established rules and procedures and maintains proper records of all disbursements;
Identifies investment opportunities to grow the fund and recommends to the Board various low risk investment instruments;
Undertakes periodic performance monitoring of all Universal Service providers in order to ensure that performance of the provider meets levels of required output;
Engages with key stakeholders on UASF and liaises with operators involved in Universal Access and service projects;
Develops mechanisms to ensure smooth Fund management and efficient delivery of service; and
Prepares periodical reports to update on performance of the Fund;

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Zambian national with full grade twelve (12) certificate or its equivalent.
Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Project Management, Telecommunications etc.
A Master’s degree in Telecommunications, Computer Science, Projects Management and/or MBA from a recognised University will be an added advantage.
Relevant Experience in the Communications Sector, in particular, Postal, ICT, and Broadcasting services.
Minimum of 5 years relevant working experience in Projects management and Finance in the ICT sector.
Experience in fund management will be an added advantage.
Member of relevant professional body with current practising certificate.
No criminal record.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Closing date: 21-05-2019