The Tanzania international Arbitration Centre (TIAC) was established by the Tanganyika Law
Society (TLS) in 2019 to provide administrative services in dispute resolution (ADR) services,
which include international and domestic commercial arbitration, adjudication, mediation and
conciliation and is operationally independent from the Government by maintaining a high quality
panel of arbitrators and mediators, who are known for their integrity, impartiality and expertise
for effective resolution of disputes outside court.
TIAC operates with the support of an Advisory Board, a Board of Directors, and a Secretariat,
and draws on the established legal framework for international arbitration in Tanzania.
The TIAC shall establish an Advisory Committee consisting of independent nominees, from time
to time. The i Board of Director’s of the Centre shall appoint from among the members of the
law society, business community as well as eminent international personalities specialized in the
fields of international arbitration, ADR mechanisms and international investment law and trade
to the following positions: Chairperson; Vice Chairperson} 8 Members and 2 ex-officio
members.
Scope of responsibilities
The Advisory Board provides advice to the TIAC Secretariat and TIAC Board of Directors,
supporting the institution’s adherence to accepted international standards including policy
advice.
Term
The terms of the Advisory Committee shall be four (4) years, which may be renewed once for a
similar term, unless otherwise determined due to special circumstances.
Required Skills and Experience
The applicants shall meet the following criteria in order to qualify:
A degree in law or other relevant social sciences. A master’s degree in alternative dispute
resolution (ADR) would be an asset;
Formal accreditations or training in arbitration, mediation or any other ADR mechanism;
Proven international arbitration or domestic commercial arbitration experience
Proven adjudication or mediation experience (at least seven years); and
Proficiency in English (both oral and written).
Mode of Application
Please send an expression of interest with the following:
Curriculum Vitae
Recommendation Letter from a reputable arbitration or ADR institution, center or equivalent;
and
A cover letter of not more than one page explaining your interest in joining the Advisory
Board to info@tiac.co.tz with the subject line “TIAC Advisory Board” by 23rd October
2020 (early applications are encouraged).
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