SECRETARY, PUBLIC PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP

The Botswana Institute for Development Policy Analysis (BIDPA) is a non-governmental research institute concentrating mainly on development policy analysis and capacity building. It provides a challenging and dynamic working environment. The Institute conducts contract research and consultancies for Government, the private sector and international organizations

BIDPA seeks to recruit qualified people for the following position:

SECRETARY, PUBLIC PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP

Education and Experience

To be considered for appointment to this position, candidates must have at least a Degree in Accounting or Economics or Finance or law or any other related field complemented by sixteen (16) years experience in economic planning, financial management or public private sector transactions. A track record of providing PPP transaction advisory services or experience in negotiating and closing PPP deals will be an added advantage.

Applicants must have also served for at least two (2) years at senior management level in Government or equivalent in the Private Sector.

Main Purpose of the Job

To coordinate the implementation of the Public Private Partnership (PPP) Policy

in order to facilitate optimum and efficient private sector participation and financing of

public projects and services to attain value – for-money to the Government of Botswana.

Key Performance Areas

a)      Provides technical advice to Ministries, Local Authorities and parastatals on implementation of PPP Policy.

b)      Advises the Minister of Finance and Development Planning on PPP projects and assessment and execution.

c)      Assesses, selects and recommends approval or otherwise of potential PPP projects.

d)     Keeps abreast with national development trends in PPP and provides advice on planning, advocacy, partnership building and resource mobilization.

e)      Advises on the review of relevant legislation and regulations such as, among others Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Board (PPADB) regulations and Township Act to identify potential constraints on the implementation of the PPP policy.

f)       Interacts with both International and local organisations on areas that can be pursued through PPPs.

g)      Develops PPP procurement manual.

h)      Monitors and conducts periodic evaluation of projects compliance with agreed milestones and performance levels.

i)        Provides information and guidance in areas such as standard contracts, concession agreement and procedures for identifying, evaluating and procuring PPPs.

j)        Formulates and reviews Public Private Partnership Processes and procedures.

k)      Coordinates investigation of malpractice or misconduct cases related to PPP initiatives.

l)        Facilitates capacity building in PPP and its regulatory framework.

Knowledge, Attributes and Skills

a) Good understanding of theoretical public policy/public administration concepts, research methodology and statistical methods; b) Ability to write and present research reports clearly and concisely for both technical and non-technical audiences; c) Good communication and report writing skills; d) Computer literacy; e) Ability to work within a team; and f) Good knowledge of BIDPA services.

Benefits

BIDPA offers a competitive remuneration package consistent with the candidate\'s academic qualifications and occupational experience.

How To Apply

If you meet the above requirements, send your applications to the following address; specifying the post applied for, and containing the names and addresses of three referees, as well as certified copies of your qualifications. Applications should be addressed to:

The Executive Director

Botswana Institute for Development Policy Analysis

Private Bag BR 29

GABORONE

Electronic applications may be sent by e-mail to: mgokatweng@bidpa.bw on or before Friday 6thMarch 2015.

BIDPA will only enter into correspondence with shortlisted candidates.