Corporate Sales Agent
Wonder Workshop is a creative and growing social business in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. A team of 30 Tanzanian artisans with a physical disability create unique works of art using recycled materials. Items are sold in the on-site gift shop, in hotels and lodges around Tanzania as well as to corporate clients, mainly in Dar es Salaam. Products are also exported to Europe, Asia, USA and Oceania on a small scale.
To boost and professionalize the corporate sales of our organization we are looking for aCorporate Sales Agent. The agent is responsible for sales of hip recycled art works to the corporate market, mainly in Dar es Salaam (incl. Introduction visits, development of project proposals, contact with the client throughout the process of introduction until installation of the art work).
The agent will work independently and the number of hours and targets are negotiable. We are looking for a professional, self-driven and enthusiastic person who has a passion for our products. Prior experience is highly valued, but we also believe that personality, drive and knowledge play an important role.
Tasks include:
Attract new corporate art projects: to introduce Wonder Workshop to new corporate clients and undertake sales visits to boost income from corporate commissions and corporate gifts.
Co-ordinate corporate art projects: introduction to the client, develop creative art proposals, site visit, delivery, after care.
Profile of candidate
Self starter
Professional
Business mind
Resourceful
Enthusiastic
Enterprising
Confident
Out of the box thinker
Necessary experience:Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
Experience living in Tanzania, specifically in Dar es Salaam.
Added advantage: Experience in sales and corporates
Terms of contract
We offer a commission based service consultancy contract. It is open to local as well as expatriate applicants (if legally allowed to work in Tanzania)Transport and other expenses will be included accordingly.
How to apply
Please e-mail us (info@wonderworkshop.co.tz) your CV of maximum 3 pages including 3 references and explain in one A4 page what steps you would take to sell an abstract recycled metal art work to a large office in Dar es Salaam.
Put 'Corporate Sales Agent' in the title line of the e-mail.
Deadline for applications is 16 March 2015.
Community Manager
The Caucus for Children's Rights (CCR) is a community of people protecting children in Tanzania. We are an organization that is innovative. We use story telling as a way to activate the grassroots to protect children and we undertake research and advocacy to demand an investment from the Government in child protection services.
CCR is seeking applicants for the position of Community Manager.
Purpose:
The Community Manager is responsible for leading CCR's objective to build a community of child protectors.
Person Specification:
We are seeking an individual who above all else has a passion for keeping children safe from harm. Additionally, the Community Manger should have sophisticated facilitation skills, knowledge of human development, writing skills appropriate for different mediums, self-directed and efficient time management, strong communication and networking skills, and a passion and interest for story telling. This is a management position and applicants should be mid-life professionals with significant and applicable experience.
The Community Manager will be expected to undertake the following tasks:
Maintain and improve CCR's digital and mobile platforms as well as our face-to-face community space to encourage the collaboration of community members.
Promote and expand the CCR community
Enable community members to take group action to protect children
Time Frame: Recruited February 2015 to start April, 2015
Reporting to: Katie Bunten-Wren, Programs Director
Contract Duration: Full-time, 2 year contract with 3-month probationary period
Package: Salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.
How to apply
To apply:
·Go to www.ccr-tz.org and register as a community member
Send the following materials to recruitment@ccr-tz.org
Curriculum Vitae
Copies of certificates, degrees, and/or diplomas
Two reference letters with contact details of referees
Brief paragraph describing a recent activity and what you learned that is relevant to CCR.
Finance Adminstrator
The Caucus for Children's Rights (CCR) is a community of people protecting children in Tanzania. We are an organization that is innovative. We use story telling as a way to activate the grassroots to protect children and we undertake research and advocacy to demand an investment from the government in child protection services.
CCR is seeking applicants for the position of Finance Administrator.
Purpose:
The Finance Administrator manages CCR's finances, ensuring that Management and Board have the information to make financial decisions and that donors can be confident in the management and utilization of their resources.
Person Specification:
We are seeking an individual who above all else has a passion for keeping children safe from harm. The Finance Administrator should have an MBA or Bachelor's degree in accounting. Applicants should have experience in an NGO environment with accounting and budgeting. The position demands an understanding of Labor Law and Taxation requirements. It is crucial that applicants feel comfortable analyzing, interpreting, and communicating financial data and its implications to co-workers and superiors unfamiliar with finance. CCR is seeking applicants who are goal oriented, focused, responsible, time conscious, motivated and positive. Written and oral competency in English and Swahili is essential.
The Finance Administrator will be expected to undertake the following tasks:
Provide general office and financial administration
Accurately track CCR transactions in Quick Books
Review essential financial records and transactions
Draft and review annual operational budget
Calculate and process statutory obligations such as NSSF, PAYE, Withholding Tax, salaries, etc.
Work with management team to ensure best organizational financial practices
Time Frame: To be recruited February 2015 to as soon as possible
Reporting to: Katie Bunten-Wren, Programs Director
Package: Salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications
How to apply
In order to express your interest in applying
·Go to www.ccr-tz.org and register as a community member
Send the following materials to recruitment@ccr-tz.org
Curriculum Vitae
Copies of certificates, degrees, and/or diplomas
Two reference letters with contact details of referees
Brief paragraph describing a recent activity and what you learned that is relevant to CCR
Operations Manager
The mission of Haven of Peace Academy (HOPAC) is to provide an excellent, Christ-centred, international education that meets western academic standards and equips students to live out a biblical worldview in all areas of life to the glory of God. Haven of Peace Academy is seeking an Operations Manager to recruit and manage all personnel.
HOPAC, founded in 1994, is an international Christian K-12 school with over 300 students from 33 different countries and a variety of religious backgrounds including Christian, Muslim and Hindu. While the majority of students come from families of missionaries and the non-profit and international business community, one third are Tanzanian. HOPAC adminstrators and teachers must be committed Christian, 55 years of age or younger with Bachelor degree, at least 3 years of experience and fluency in English.
HOPAC expects administrators to be supported spiritually and financially through a mission organization or home church. The school provides volunteer staff assistance in the form of a monthly living allowance that covers a significant portion of monthly in-country expenses.
Please email Cover Letter and CV to personnel@hopac.net Kindly state the job posting in the email subject line Qualifications: - Bachelors Degree - Evangelical Christian - 3+ years experience
Student Affairs Manager - Tanzania
Student Affairs Manager (SAM):
The SFS Centre for Wildlife Management Studies, located in Rhotia, Tanzania, seeks an enthusiastic, team-oriented individual to assist resident staff in the delivery of high quality, field-based academic programs to undergraduate students from American colleges and universities.
Institutional Mission:
SFS creates transformative study abroad experiences through field-based learning and research. Our educational programs explore the human and ecological dimensions of the complex environmental problems faced by our local partners, contributing to sustainable solutions in the places where we live and work. The SFS community is part of a growing network of individuals and institutions committed to environmental stewardship.
Program Focus:
Through classroom and field activities, students will contrast the conservation issues in the Tarangire-Manyara ecosystem of northern Tanzania with those in the Amboseli-Tsavo ecosystem in Kenya, just north of Mount Kilimanjaro. In this two-country program, students will begin their study at one field station, gaining general knowledge about the wildlife in the region, the pastoralist lifestyle, and principles of wildlife management. Just shy of the half-way point in the semester, students will travel overland to the other field station to apply the foundational knowledge of wildlife management to delve into the specific issues in that region. They will conduct the Directed Research in the final month of the program at the second field site. Students will visit multiple protected areas and group ranches at both sites.
Reports to:
Center Director
Start Date:
12 month contract beginning May 18, 2015
Duties & Responsibilities:
Under the oversight of the Centre Director, the SAM, as an individual and as a member of the Centre faculty/staff team, will assist in the following areas:
Student Affairs
Deliver in-country orientation and ongoing training to students in the areas of community building, critical thinking, cross-cultural issues, conflict resolution, self-awareness, communal living, and health and safety
Act as a resource to students on their program-related and personal needs
Facilitate communication within the student group and between staff and students
Preemptively monitor and address individual student and group attitudes and behavior
Keep the Centre Director informed of potential problems
Participate in resolving group management issues and student discipline problems
Facilitate establishment and support of student committees
Safety & Risk Management
Take responsibility for the safety of all program participants
Adhere to, actively model, and enforce all school-wide and Centre rules and polices
Coordinate incident reporting system and on-site safety audits
Ensure that incident information and reports are provided to SFS headquarters
Submit a Risk Management Plan to SFS headquarters prior to field trips
Participate in the review and revision of Centre risk assessment and management plans
Coordinate the Centre's emergency plans, including for evacuation and fire safety
Recommend and review policies and procedures needed to manage risks
Coordinate the safety and health portions of the on-site orientation
Maintain all land-based medical kits and safety supplies
Community Outreach
Work with Centre faculty/staff to develop and implement community outreach activities
Arrange recreational programming for students within the local community
At all times, work to ensure good relations between the Center and local community
Organize and facilitate guest speakers from the community
Program Support
Coordinate and communicate scheduling of program to students as needed
Participate in training activities for new Centre staff prior to and during the program
Provide periodic reports, marketing materials, and student input to SFS headquarters
Participate in preparation of final reports and Center field preparation guide revisions
In cooperation with other Centre staff and as delegated by the Centre Director, provide day-to-day coordination of interns
Participate in planning activities prior to program start and in review post-program
As requested by the Centre Director, assist with other logistical, group management, and administrative tasks
Daily Centre Life
Live on-site for the duration of each program period and take meals with students
On a rotating basis, take responsibility for Centre-specific staff of the day duties
Ensure that all staff understand the responsibilities of the staff of the day role
Take part in, and occasionally lead, Centre upkeep projects, social, and field activities
Serve as Centre caretaker during program breaks as requested by the Centre Director
Drive standard transmission vehicles as needed
Minimum Qualifications:
Ability to obtain Tanzanian work authorization required
Clean driving record and able to operate manual transmission vehicles
B.A./B.S. required
Extensive group and student facilitation experience
Significant experience living, working, or studying internationally
Background in experiential educational programming
High emotional and cross-cultural intelligence
Experience with crisis and risk management
Accustomed to working long hours in remote environments with limited resources
Ease with living communally and using shared facilities
Preferred Qualifications:
College-level study of international education
Experience living, working, or studying in the country or region of Centre
Familiarity with navigating medical resources in developing countries
Background in wilderness, travel, or tropical medicine
Student and residential affairs experience in higher education
Conversational ability in Kiswahili
Other Expectations:
Wilderness First Responder certification required by start date (SFS reimburses up to a cap)
Willingness to work flexible hours and live on site at the field station with a small team of permanent staff, groups of US undergraduate students and visiting researchers or programs
Participate in the residential campus activities and community outreach
Represent SFS at local and international conferences
At all times, work to ensure good relations between the SFS and the local community
Compensation/Benefits
Salary, travel and health insurance reimbursement, room & board, and excellent benefits package included.
Equal Opportunity Employer
How to apply
To Apply:
Please submit your cover letter and resume online athttp://fieldstudies.catsone.com/careers/index.php?m=portal&a=details&jobOrderID=4918347. For questions about the position, please email jobs@fieldstudies.org. No phone calls please. Deadline for applying is March 20th.
Various Jobs in Dar es salaam at Haven of Peace Academy - March 2015
The mission of Haven of Peace Academy (HOPAC) is to provide an excellent, Christ-centred, international education that meets western academic standards and equips students to live out a biblical worldview in all areas of life. Haven of Peace Academy is seeking a Librarian for the 2015/2016 school year. School year: August – June with classes Monday to Friday. HOPAC follows the Cambridge curriculum. HOPAC, founded in 1994, is an international Christian K-12 school with over 300 students from 33 different countries and a variety of religious backgrounds including Christian, Muslim and Hindu. While the majority of students come from families of missionaries and the non-profit and international business community, one third are Tanzanian.
Librarian
ICT Teacher
Art and Design Teacher
Human Resources Manager
Operations Manager
Secondary Art and Design Teacher
HOPAC teachers must be committed Christian, 55 years of age or younger with Bachelor degree, at least 3 years of experience and fluency in English. HOPAC expects teaching staff to be supported spiritually and financially through a mission organization or home church.
The school provides volunteer staff assistance in the form of a monthly living allowance that covers a significant portion of monthly in-country expenses.
Please email Cover Letter and CV to personnel@hopac.net Kindly state the job posting in the email subject line Qualifications: - Bachelors Degree - Evangelical Christian - 3+ years experience
Start dateAugust 1, 2015Application deadlineMay 1, 2015
Manager, Water Security, Mexico, Singapore, or Nairobi
Exciting opportunity for a strategic water management professional with a passion for people and nature. Help WWF build a sustainable future by leading the WWF Network’s water security programme that is focusing on environmental flows, sustainable water allocation, sustainable water infrastructures, and freshwater conservation networks.
Location:
The objective is to have this role in the Global South, in a WWF office such as Mexico, Singapore, and Nairobi or where there is a major WWF Freshwater programme.
Candidates coming from these regions are strongly encouraged to apply.
Main responsibilities:
Develop policy positions, programmatic approaches and water management messages for the WWF network.
Engage key sectors and institutions to ensure that WWF’s approach on water security is leading, respected and influential.
Lead the WWF Water Security Expert Team consisting of colleagues from various WWF Network offices.
Represent WWF at global conferences, fora and on corporate boards.
Develop, manage and lead the implementation of strategic programme actions as agreed with the Freshwater Director.
What you need:
Required Qualifications, Skills and Competencies
At least master degree in a relevant discipline such as hydrology, water management, environmental law/policy, aquatic ecology, geography, civil engineering, development, environmental economics, or natural resource management;
10 years of relevant professional experience in conservation, environment and development, or environmental campaigning, with experience of working in one of these three regions - Africa, Asia, Latin America/Caribbean;
Proven experience in effective communications with multi-stakeholders;
Management experience with regard to projects, finance and/or staff;
Network of water security and business contacts among governments, companies, aid agencies, civil society and other NGOs;
Experience of donor relations, and successful fundraising an advantage.
Strategic thinker with ability to lead and motivate colleagues and external parties towards WWF goals;
Ability to mentor and develop multi-disciplinary, multicultural teams;
Strong oral and written communication skills in English, with other languages a strong advantage;
Adheres to WWF’s values, which are: Knowledgeable, Optimistic, Determined and Engaging.
Please see attached job description for more details.
How to apply?
Upload your covering letter and CV on Linkedin. We will not accept applications without CV and Covering Letter. Please make sure they are saved together as one file.
Deadline for applications: 16th March 2015.
WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.
ELECTRICAL TECHNICIANS : Nyakato Power Plant - Mwanza
Tanzania Electric Supply Company (TANESCO) is focusing on increasing the outreach and service quality of its Energy products for Tanzanians. Next to its current passion as a leading provider of electricity is to be more efficient, customer focused utility for Tanzania and beyond. The Company has the largest electricity generation, transmission and distribution network in Tanzania. In order to reach its goals, the Company is investing heavily in its generation, transmission and distribution network, its business systems and human capital. TANESCO now invites applicants who are self-motivated, honest, hardworking and committed individuals to fill the under-mentioned posts at 60MW Nyakato Power Plant-Mwanza
Specific attributes for the Posts to be filled:
All Candidates must:
Demonstrate good performance track record
Demonstrate highest degree of integrity;
Possess good communication and interpersonal skills;
Be self-driven and capable of working with minimal supervision;
Be capable of delivering good results and can work under pressure with tight deadlines;
Possess knowledge and competency in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) application.
Professional skills in distribution management system.
Problem solving ability
ELECTRICAL TECHNICIANS (1 POST)
Reports To: ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
Reporting Office: Nyakato Power Plant - Mwanza
POSITION OBJECTIVE
To execute planned, preventive and breakdown maintenance. Troubleshooting, installing, servicing and repair of electrical systems and their accessories
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Specifically you will be responsible for ensuring that you:
Assist in inspecting, testing electric and air conditions systems to ascertain their condition and operation status.
To conduct thoroughly daily inspection of generating sets and their accessories and report to Electrical Engineer for any defects and carry out remedies.
To carry out visual inspection of equipment and instruments and to report any faults and defects.
Proper keeping of working tools.
To assist Electrical Engineer in preparing daily, weekly and monthly reports.
To prepare and submit status reports on weekly and monthly basis.
To restore the system in the shortest possible time during the system/plant outages.
To perform any other technical duties this may be assigned by Maintenance Engineer.
Attend monthly safety meetings.
Participate in performing of new installations as per required standards  to ensure proper systems operations.
Key Knowledge, Experience and Skills you must posses
Holder of F.T.C or Diploma in Electrical Engineering from recognized institutions any from recognized Institutions.
At least 1 year of working experience in related field.
Makes realistic, practical, value-based decisions
Prioritizes work and uses time efficiently
Plans ahead to ensure that resources are available in time
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Computer literate
REMUNERATION
An attractive and competitive package shall be offered to all posts commensurate with the skills and experience. Details will be discussed at the interview; only people who fit the above criteria need apply
HOW TO APPLY:
Applicants should send a written application attached with copy of academic certificates, giving full details of previous work life history, include two work references.
Application closing date is two (2) weeks from date of advertisement, i. e. 1st March 2015.Applications should be marked “Private and confidential” and addressed to:
Plant Manager,
60MW Nyakato Power Plant,
TANESCO Ltd,
P. O. Box 2024 Mwanza, Tanzania.
IT and Website Officer - Tanzania Natural Resource Forum (TNRF)
Position: IT and Website Officer
Deadline: 13th March, 2015
Duty Station: Arusha
Reporting To: Communication and Advocacy Coordinator
Overview
The Tanzania Natural Resource Forum (TNRF) is a network organization registered in 2006 as a Non-Governmental Organization. It aims to achieve improved natural resource governance for sustainable rural livelihoods and better conservation outcomes. TNRF bridges the gap between people’s local natural resource management needs and practices, and national natural resource management priorities, policies, laws and programs. As a network organization, it brings together members to change policy and practice in the natural resource sector for the better by:
Building and sharing a knowledge base of practice; and
Strengthening citizen voice and skills for improved natural resource governance.
TNRF supports its members by improving communication, sharing information, promoting collaboration and strengthening collective action. It remains flexible so it can effectively respond to emerging natural resource issues in Tanzania, while at the same time TNRF has identified key strategic areas of engagement where it seeks to bring about positive change. TNRF facilitates platforms to strengthen dialogue and information sharing and to enable advocacy and strengthen citizens’ voices.
Website is one of the most important advocacy tools at TNRF. It is a platform than showcase organisation activities and raise awareness to TNRF members/stakeholder and other target audiences. Therefore, TNRF is looking for a dynamic, self motivated individual with experience and skills in IT and web content management, writing and editing for the web, graphic design and site management. The IT and website officer will be responsible on developing, configuring and support computer applications; designing, editing and proofreading site content. This person will work closely with the communication and advocacy team to maintain website standards. The IT and website officer will also be responsible for designing and email communication and advocacy info briefs and newsletters, maintaining and managing info databases and other online advocacy campaigns. All these tasks require a strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.
Purpose of the position
To maintain the TNRF website and provide in-house technical assistance in design and branding of TNRF publications and to provide internal communications support.
To monitor and maintain computer systems and network.
Core responsibilities
Website:
To lead the development, maintenance and quality control of all TNRF’s website properties and ensure that the site remains user-friendly and valuable to all TNRF stakeholders
To ensure that all materials up-loaded onto the web are approved by the communication and advocacy coordinator
To improve and expand TNRF’s website service through introducing innovative and creative tools that are conducive to the general TNRF audience
To ensure frequent update of website information on ongoing organisation events/activities
To use web content management systems and tools to analyse website usage statistics, provide documentation and reporting
To monitor and provide relevant maintenance to TNRF’s website hosting servers
To provide expertise on newly emerging electronic tools such as online networking forums, video networks, blogs etc.
Publications and design:
To design all communications and advocacy publications
To supervise printing process and quality of printed materials
To develop and maintain TNRF branding through development of graphic guidelines for all (new) publications and communications (e.g. MS PowerPoint templates) and provide assistance and training to staff on usage
Database, network, e-mail:
To oversee and organise TNRF’s membership database and membership relations, list serves, secretariat e-mail accounts and TNRF online library resources
Troubleshooting system and network problems and diagnosing and solving hardware or software faults
To set up and manage staff e-mail accounts and monitor account loads and to develop other internal electronic communications systems to improve internal communication
IT support:
Installing and configure computer hardware operating systems and applications
Monitoring and maintaining computer systems and networks
Testing and evaluating new technology
Outputs
Well maintained user-friendly up-to-date TNRF website
Clear positive recognisable image of TNRF in all external publications and communications
Internal communication systems in place
Required Qualifications and desirable attributes
A degree in IT, Computer science or any other related field
Training in computer graphics packages such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign and Adobe Fireworks
Knowledge of data-driven web applications and programming, HTML5 programming, and other web development languages and technologies.
Experience in website development and maintenance using Content Management Systems with intermediate to advanced level knowledge of Drupal and Wordpress
Experience with a variety of operating systems such as Windows, Macintosh and Linux.
Since computer technology changes rapidly, it is required to constantly stay abreast of new developments in graphics software packages as well as those in the World Wide Web and related technologies.
Fluent in English and preferably Kiswahili (speaking and writing)
A minimum of three years experience in the same field
Job related Competencies
Creativity
Conceiving original and innovative ideas and solutions and adopting points of view outside the box.
Work systematically
Structuring one’s work in an orderly and transparent manner; carrying it out with and eye for detail and accuracy.
Problem analysis
Pointing out problems, recognising important information and establishing connections between various data. Tracing potential causes for problems.
Terms of contract
A full and attractive package commensurate with the nature of the position will be offered, renewable on the basis of performance and availability of funds. Interested Candidates for this job are kindly requested to send their CV accompanied by a cover letter to recruitment@tnrf.org and clearly indicate the post your applying for.
How to Apply:
Interested Candidates for this job are kindly requested to send their CV accompanied by a cover letter to recruitment@tnrf.org and clearly indicate the post your applying for.
Laboratory Assistant - Marie Stopes Tanzania
JOB PURPOSE
Promote delivery of quality Reproductive Health and general health services by performing routine tests and produce accurate and reliable laboratory results.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Perform tests, record and report results on specimens received in the laboratory in accordance with quality standards and regulations.
2. Perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease
3. Keep and maintain equipment secure and in good working condition.
4. Keep the laboratory clean and participate in maintaining cleanliness of the centre.
5. Undertake any other assignments given from time to time for smooth running of the centre Program.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Professional Qualifications:
Laboratory Technician Certificate.
Must be registered with relevant body
Working Experience:
At least 3 years working experience in a similar post
Skills/knowledge:
1. Excellent Interpersonal skills
2. Communication and presentation skills
3. Ability to work as a team
4. Courage, Authenticity and integrity
5. Desire to develop and grow in the area of work
6. Ability to deliver excellence always
7. Flexibility
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
If you feel that you are able to meet the requirements and you are motivated enough to be part of the team, please send your applications including a cover letter detailing your suitability and why you are interested in this post to the address below.
Director of Human Resources and Administration
Marie Stopes Tanzania
P. O. Box 7072, Dar Es Salaam.
Telephone: +255 22 277 4991
Plot No.421/422 Mwenge, Kijitonyama Area. Africasana near Ustawi wa Jamii Institute
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Closing date: All applications should reach the addressee before Monday March 9, 2015
Jobs in Tanzania : Mbeya, Rukwa, Katavi and Ruvuma
SENIOR DISTRICT PROGRAM OFFICERS- COMPREHENSIVE HIV CARE AND TREATMENT -RUKWA,KATAVI, MBEYA, RUVUMA 2. REGIONAL OUTREACH COORDINATOR-KATAVI
Locally known as the Walter Reed Southern Highlands AIDS Program, the Henry Jackson Foundation Medical Research International (HJFMRI) is an international non-governmental organization working in several countries conducting research studies and providing care and treatment to people affected by HIV/AIDS. HJFMRI is funded by the Presidents Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief PEPFAR.
In collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHSW), HJFMRI has been leading a comprehensive HIV/AIDS care and treatment program in the Southern Highlands of Tanzania since 2004 with support from the President’s Emergency Plans for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The program is based within the Mbeya Referral Hospital and has since extended to more than 100 health facilities in Mbeya, Rukwa and Ruvuma regions, which collectively represent a catchment area of about 6 million people. Mbeya region is one of high prevalence regions in Tanzania and expansion of HIV care and treatment programs is critical.
Walter Reed Program is seeking qualified candidate to fill the positions below. Cover letters and resumes should be sent to the Human Resources Manager, P.O. Box 6396, Mbeya or e-mailed to; recruitment@wrp-t.org NOTE: to be considered, applicants must put the TITLE OF THE JOB in the SUBJECT LINE. Deadline for submission of the application is March 13th, 2015. Those who do not meet the minimum requirements as detailed below should not submit applications.
JOB DESCRIPTION
1 Job Title: Regional Outreach Coordinator
Reports to: Outreach Director
Location: Katavi
General Overview:
The Outreach Coordinator is the focal person for the program implementation at the regional level and will coordinate and ensure high quality program service deliveries. S/he will be responsible for Technical Assistance provision by outreach program Partners both prime and sub-partners. In addition, will be required to ensure efficiency, effeteness and timeliness of the program deliverables are achieved.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Coordinate the overall implementation and management of the project activities being implemented by the outreach partners, both umbrella and sub-partners;
• Providing technical assistance (TA) in planning, implementing and evaluating activities undertaken by Outreach partners in the region;
• Provide technical assistance (TA) to umbrella NGO and its member NGO in preparation of scope of works, annual work plans, and implementation of the program activities;
• Promote compliance among implementing partners by strengthening linkage with local government and adherence to MoHSW guidelines;
• Provide ongoing leadership, training and guidance to volunteers to ensure HIV programming meets MoHSW standards;
• To ensure ongoing training and service delivery activities are monitored, evaluated, documented and disseminated to relevant stakeholders;
• Identifying, documenting and disseminating best practices, success story and lessons learned to members of the network;
• To collect and review program and financial reports from partners on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis and submit it to relevant levels;
• To conduct supportive supervision to implementing partners;
• Perform any other duties assigned in the general support of the program.
Qualifications:
• Degree in Social Science or Advanced Diploma in health and/or postgraduate training in Public or Community Development or relevant Discipline.
• Minimum of three years experience in managing HIV programme, particularly community outreach programs including HIV Testing and Counseling, Palliative Care/HBC and IEC/Behavioral Change Communication and OVC support or impact mitigation
• Experience in managing donor funded projects;
• Experience working with NGOs, FBOs/CBOs at the community level;
• Should be able to work under minimum supervision and able to mentor others;
• Knowledge of proposal development, budgeting and reporting with excellent writing skills;
• Computer literate (Word, Excel, Internet, PowerPoint)
2. Job Title : Senior District Program Officers- Comprehensive HIV Care and Treatment
Reports to: Regional Clinical Coordinator
Location : Mbeya, Rukwa, Katavi and Ruvuma
General Overview:
The purpose of this position is to provide field based clinical and programmatic support to the CHMT and RHMT in the implementation of quality comprehensiveHIV prevention, care and treatment services in the respective region. She/he will ensure prevention, care and treatment activities implementation conforms to the national guidelines. She/he will support partners in the development of annual work plans and budgets based on the country strategies and operation plans. The program officer for comprehensive HIV care and treatment will be part of a clinical team at the HJFMRI regional offices ensuring the implementation of comprehensive HIV/AIDS services. She/he will directly report to the RCC. The position is based in Mbeya/Rukwa, /Ruvuma/Katavi with extensive travels to districts within the region.
Duties and Responsibilities
• Provides programmatic and clinical support to health care providers and ensure delivery of quality comprehensive HIV care and treatment services covering various programmatic areas such as care and treatment, PMTCT, TB/HIV, nutrition and CQI.
• Collaborate with medical partners at the district and regional level to identify needs, develop annual work plans and budgets and ensure the implementation is according to the work plan and national service guidelines.
• Work with HJFMRI Regional Clinical Coordinator to collaborate with partners to agree on MoHSW targets, ensure distribution and ownership at the district and facility level.
• Under the supervision of RCC, She/he will coordinate regional forums for Clinical Case Reviews with a view to build capacity of providers to identify treatment failures and initiation of second line therapy.
• Participate in the training of health care providers on all ART related programs.
• Conduct regular supportive supervision, CME’s, mentorship and on-job training to health care providers to improve the quality of services provided.
• Build the capacity of the Ministry of Health staffs at the regional and council level, as well as that of health facility personnel, in the areas of technical planning, management and monitoring and evaluation for antiretroviral therapy programs.
• Effectively collaborate with CHMT, MSD, SCMS and HJFMRI commodity Advisers to build site capacity to forecast and quantify for HIV related commodities to ensure security in laboratory and drug services.
• Collaborate with CHMT inthe process of data collection, analysis and report generationas it relates to HIV/AIDS care and treatment achievements and challenges.
• Ensure site level linkages and synergies between ART, HTC, PMTCT, TB, STI, Reproductive Health and Family Planning and other community based programs.
• Ensures that WRP-supported clinical care activities at multiple delivery sites conform to the Tanzanian national guidelines;
• Work with facilities to institutionalize PITC and make it a routine service to all HJFMRI supported sites.
• Ensure facility based staff use program data for quality improvement.
• Use program quality indicators to track performance, suggest remedies and continuously communicating with RCC and RPM for suggestions on the improvements.
• Undertakes any other relevant duties as may be assigned by his/her seniors.
REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:
• Assistant Medical Officer(AMO) with a strong HIV clinical care experience of at least threeyears. MD with a one year HIV clinical care experience may apply for the post.
• Proven interpersonal skills in working effectively as a member of a team and independently.
• Ability to deal effectively and diplomatically with multiple government agencies, non-governmental organizations, faith-based organizations, and the private sector
• Strong planning and management skills
• Ability to work independently with strong problem-solving skills
• Computer literacy
• Proven verbal and written communication skills including a demonstrated ability to write technical documents and give state-of-the-art presentations
• Willingness to travel over 60% of the time building capacity of facility based HCW, RHMT, CHMT and RHMT.
• Fluency in English and Swahili
• Willingness to work overtime and on few weekends.
Walter Reed Program is an equal opportunity employer; women are highly encouraged to apply
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Cover letters and resumes should be sent to the Human Resources Manager, P.O. Box 6396, Mbeya : to be considered, applicants must put the TITLE OF THE JOB in the SUBJECT LINE. Deadline for submission of the application is March 13th, 2015. Those who do not meet the minimum requirements as detailed below should not submit applications.
Procurement Officers at TradeMark East Africa (TMEA)
TradeMark East Africa (TMEA) is funded ° by a range of development agencies with ° the aim of growing prosperity in East Africa through trade. YVe believe that enhanced trade contributes to economic growth, a reduction in poverty and subsequently increased prosperity. TMEA works closely with East African community (EAC) institutions, national governments, business and civil society organisations to increase trade by unlocking economic potential through:
Increased market access;
Enhanced trade environment; and Increased product competitiveness.
TMEA has its headquarters in Nairobi with branches in Arusha, Bujumbura, Dar es Salaam, Juba, Kampala and Kigali.
We are looking for high calibre, results-oriented and experienced professionals to join our team in the positions detailed below.
Procurement Officers
We are looking to recruit 3 Procurement Officers who will be responsible for managing all aspects of procurement of goods and services, asset management and providing logistical support for all procurement operations.
S/he will ensure that procurement policies and procedures are consistently interpreted and implemented and that the quality of service delivery is consistent, efficient and responsive.
S/he will be expected to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders while ensuring that they' appreciate TMEA procurement policies and guidelines. In addition, the successful candidate will: ensure that the Contract Management System is used at all times and is the repository for all procurement information; maintain risk registers for assigned programme teams and ensure that potential risks are identified and measures implemented to minimise identified risks.
The ideal candidate will possess a first degree in procurement or a related field and CIPS qualification or equivalent. S/he will have at least 3 years' relevant work experience in a busy (and preferably development- oriented) work environment with specific experience in managing the diverse requirements of teams across georaphical boundaries
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Detailed job profiles for these posts can be accessed on our website www.trademarkea.com. These positions are available on contract to 30 June 2016 with the possibility of renewal.
Infrastructure Project Manager, Civil Engineering
TradeMark East Africa (TMEA) is funded ° by a range of development agencies with ° the aim of growing prosperity in East Africa through trade. YVe believe that enhanced trade contributes to economic growth, a reduction in poverty and subsequently increased prosperity. TMEA works closely with East African community (EAC) institutions, national governments, business and civil society organisations to increase trade by unlocking economic potential through:
Increased market access;
Enhanced trade environment; and Increased product competitiveness.
TMEA has its headquarters in Nairobi with branches in Arusha, Bujumbura, Dar es Salaam, Juba, Kampala and Kigali.
We are looking for high calibre, results-oriented and experienced professionals to join our team in
the positions detailed below.
Infrastructure Project Manager, Civil Engineering
The Infrastructure Project Manager, Civil Engineering will act as Project Manager for all TMEA-funded civil works and other infrastructure-related activities at the Dar es Salaam Port. S/he will be responsible for providing programmatic support in the planning, implementation and reporting of project activities, including developing and maintaining strategies, work plans, budgets, monitoring and evaluation plans, and reports.
S/he will build partnerships with external stakeholders including: Tanzania Ports Authority; other relevant government partner agencies; the EAC Secretariat; and other development partners, to ensure consistent and quality delivery of agreed activities.
The ideal candidate will possess an undergraduate degree in civil engineering or a related field. A relevant
Master's degree or professional and qualifications (particularly in project management) would be an added advantage. A minimum of eight (8) years' work experience in civil engineering with one or more of the major surface transport modes (road, rail and port) is essential. In addition, s/he will have significant experience with contract management, project management and procurement
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Detailed job profiles for these posts can be accessed on our website www.trademarkea.com. These positions are available on contract to 30 June 2016 with the possibility of renewal.
Internship: Natural Resources Management
Announcement
One Year Fixed Term internship (re-advertised)
Supporting an integrated systemic resilience approach to natural resource management in the Olifants River Basin
AWARD, Hoedspruit, Limpopo
Overview:
This internship opportunity is offered through the Association for Water & Rural Development (AWARD: www.award.org.za) under the 5-year USAID RESILIM program. AWARD is a research-based NGO with a focus on water resources and biodiversity policy, management and livelihoods. We use systemic and social learning approaches to address water issues at local and catchment-scales at both national and international levels (mainly water-sharing between South Africa and Mozambique). Some examples of key areas of focus include:
• Understanding the relationship between wetlands and livelihoods;
• Understanding factors that enable and constrain water resources management in the Lowveld rivers;
• Guidelines for the Catchment Management Strategies that are to be developed by all Catchment Management Agencies in South Africa;
• Understanding the role of social learning and collective action in water resources management;
• Developing and testing approaches to examining water-related ecosystems services;
• Developing and testing a Wise Use approach for wetlands within the context of Working for Wetlands.
AWARD has recently been awarded a 5-year grant from USAID to implement a project known as RESILIM (Resilience in the Limpopo Basin). Its objective is to improve trans-boundary management of the Limpopo River Basin resulting in enhanced resiliency of people and ecosystems. This will be addressed through:
1. Reducing vulnerability to climate change through improved water resource management;
2. Conserving biodiversity and ecosystems; and
3. Building stakeholder capacity to undertake and sustain (i) and (ii).
We focus specifically on the Olifants Basin which is an international watercourse shared between South Africa and Mozambique.
The internship opportunity: Supporting an integrated systemic resilience approach natural resource management.
In the second year of the research phase, AWARD will continue building an integrated systemic picture of natural resources in the Olifants River Basin to inform natural resource management practices that build resilience. AWARD has commissioned research on drivers of change of the natural resources in the Olifants, ranging from climate change and political economy to mining, agriculture and waste water treatment works, to understand how these drivers affect natural resources, ecosystem services, and human well-being.
The intern will analyze and synthesize some of this commissioned research to be incorporated into an assessment about which natural resources and related livelihoods are vulnerable. AWARD calls this a resilience assessment. The intern will further support the resilience assessment tasks by developing and narrating diagrams showing the casual links between characteristics of the natural resources, ecosystem services and outcomes in the basin and determining the likely impact of various future scenarios.
This support includes desk-top research, scribing for meetings and organizing materials for field visits. The final two aspects of the internship are: reporting regularly on current practices of natural resource management and providing support for organizations governing water resources. This support includes coordinating meetings and workshops, assisting in writing reports, and presenting about the USAID RESILIM-O project at meetings with strategic partners. The successful applicant will work as part of a broader team.
Location and duration: The internship is based at the AWARD offices in Hoedspruit, Limpopo Province, close to the Kruger National Park. The incumbent(s) will be provided with accommodation together with other interns at AWARD and will be provided with transport to and from work. The expected duration is one year or 12 months.
Skills required: Microsoft Office proficiency: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; ability to work in teams; show initiative in terms of understanding and responding to research needs; written skills and report writing; interest in the inter-relationships between multiple factors (e.g. social, economic an biophysical).
Qualifications: A master’s degree in natural resource management or a related field or an honours degree with an exceptional academic record is a minimum requirement. Specializing in water resource management, studying towards a PhD degree and/or work experience will be an added advantage, along with an exceptional academic record.
Tasks for this position may include the following:
• Providing support to the USAID RESILIM-Olifants project team, specifically in Theme 1
• Assisting with the development of research and resilience assessment
• Contributing towards the objectives of enhancing resilience in the Olifants River basin
• Conducting desk-top research
• Collecting field data, through interviews and the VSTEEP process
• Coordinating meetings and workshops
• Organizing materials for field visits
• Scribing or note taking for planning, meetings, workshop activities and various other activities
• Minor support on facilitation activities
• Providing support for the data analysis
• Supporting the report writing process (deliverables) and presentation of reports
• Plus any duties as assigned by the project manager or senior researchers
Key competencies required for this post:
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Interest in water and participatory systemic approaches to natural resource management
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Adaptability
• Ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders and sectors
• Ability to liaise with project partners
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Proven computer literacy and knowledge of office software packages (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Outlook)
• Good planning and project skills
• Fluency in English (read, write and understand), command of other local languages would be an advantage
• Prepared to travel
• Initiative in terms of understanding and responding to research needs
• Valid Driver’s licence (EB) and at least more than two years driving experience would be an advantage
Contract Duration: March 2015 – February 2016.
Closing date for applications: 6th March, 2015
Application guidelines: Candidates who meet the above requirements, should forward their motivation letter, detailed CV’s and educational transcripts, including at least three references to:
E-mail: kelvin@award.org.za
Please clearly indicate in your application the following reference: “Internship: NRM”
Applicants that have not been contacted by the 19th March, 2015 must be considered unsuccessful. Only short listed candidate with be considered.
Temporary Monitoring and Evaluation Position in Tanzania
Temporary Monitoring and Evalauation Position, Tanzania
BACKGROUND:
The International Youth Foundation (IYF) invests in the extraordinary potential of young people. Founded in 1990, IYF builds and maintains a worldwide community of businesses, governments, and civil society organizations committed to empowering youth to be healthy, productive, and engaged citizens. IYF programs are catalysts for change that help young people obtain a quality education, gain employability skills, make healthy choices, and improve their communities. To learn more visit www.iyfnet.org.
The Tanzania Youth Scholars (TYS) program is a five-year initiative implemented by the International Youth Foundation (IYF) and funded by USAID. The program began May 2011 and works in 18 districts of Tanzania in partnership with Camfed and VETA as well as the Government of Tanzania’s Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (MoHSW) to identify most vulnerable children (MVC) and support them during their transition from school to work. The main goal of the TYS program is to increase access to quality vocational and entrepreneurship training and secondary education opportunities for 1,800 OVC ages 14 - 24, along with other support to create economic opportunities for youth. All TYS partners integrate life skills training to improve young people’s ability to lead healthy and productive lives.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION AND PURPOSE:
TYS is seeking a part-time (3 days per week, 8 hours per day) temporary employee from March – June 2015 to assist with the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) work for the TYS program.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
• Ensure TYS partners complete M&E forms and submit data to IYF in a timely manner.
• Provide technical support to partners in collecting, uploading and reviewing data.
• Contact program graduates to gain information on their experience in the program and status post-graduation.
• Survey employers involved in the program to get their feedback on program graduates recruited as interns and/or employees.
• Upload data into TYS Excel Database and STAT database. Update the USAID PROMIS database, if necessary.
• Review data in database for errors or implausible data/results and ensure data accuracy.
• Analyze data and provide results to be included in quarterly reports for IYF, the donor, and partners.
REPORTING AND KEY RELATIONSHIPS:
Supervision and oversight of duties will be provided by the Project Director, TYS based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in M&E and statistical or research works.
• Knowledge of or experience with programs that support youth employment, education/training, and/or social services.
• Excellent oral and written English and Swahili fluency required. Proficiency in local/other language a plus.
• Strong knowledge of Excel is required and experience with STATA and other Microsoft Office products (Word, Outlook, etc.) is desirable.
• Commitment to international development and values-driven work environment.
• Comfortable communicating by phone, e-mail and in person with human resource staff, youth and partner staff.
• Ability to identify problems in a timely manner and make recommendations toward resolving problems.
• Ability to follow-through on tasks and with partners.
• Strong organizational skills and detail oriented.
• Ability to multi-task.
LOCATION:
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (3.5 – 4 month temporary position, 3 days per week, 8 hours per day)
TO APPLY:
Please submit all of the following documents via email to jobs@iyfnet.org with “Tanzania M&E Temp” in the subject line by 20 March 2015:
• Completed IYF Field Office Application for Employment
• Cover letter
• Resume
To be eligible for this position, applicants must have the legal authority to work and reside in Tanzania; this position is a local hire position in Tanzania.
Applications will be reviewed as received. Tanzanian nationals are encouraged to apply.
The International Youth Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
TRAINING OFFICER - Buzwagi Gold Mine
Acacia Mining is a leading gold mining company, listed in the London Stock Exchange, it is the largest gold mining company in Tanzania with a portfolio of three operating gold mines Bulyanhulu, North Mara, and Buzwagi and several exploration and development projects, located Tanzania
Acacia Mining seeks to appoint a dedicated, self motivated and highly organized Training Officers, and Civil Engineer; for its Buzwagi Gold Mine. Below are the details for the openings
JOB TITLE: TRAINING OFFICER (4 Posts)
Reporting Line: Underground Mining Training First Line leader
Rotational Status: 42 days on/21 days off
Location: Bulyanhulu Gold Mine; Kahama District Shinyanga Region
KEY AREAS/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Identify training needs (TNA) for UG Mining crews
• Plan and prepare training (i.e. duration, venue, material, and participants)
• Conduct scheduled training (i.e both theory and practical) evaluate training access for competency
• Conduct safety audits and follow up
• Provide input into the continues enhancement of competency based training session plans, materials, subject matter execution and assessment of training in order to build a consistent supply of competent workers for the Mining Department
• Closely monitor the progress of training participants to ensure satisfactory performance results
• Maintain effective training records, in co-ordination with other training staff, to ensure information is available in a timely and effective manner
• Provide training and support to ensure that employees comply with safety and environmental standards that exceed industry practice and any applicable Tanzanian legislative requirements
• Oversee the Bulyanhulu Driving School. Test drivers who apply for site licenses and issue such licenses once deemed competent
• Plan for refresher training in the above and improve present performance; prepare and inform employees or renewal of government blasting licenses
• Compile monthly training reports, records and have it ready for inspection and record trainees time while training. Record file and maintain a proper database of all employees training records
• In liason with the Training Administrator, issues certificates to successful candidates
• Conduct job task observation to gauge trainees understanding at the job site
• Coordinate and co-facilitate employee general site induction sessions
• Carry out any other relevant duties as assigned by the Training First line leader
PROFESSIONAL AND INTERPERSONAL DETAILS
Education
• Holder of Certificate IV in Training and Workplace Assessment
• Computer Literate, MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook
Experiences and Skills
• Experience in the Mining Industry with at least five years involvement in the continuous operation of a gold mine or similar industry
• Must be able to speak, read and write in English and Swahili
Required Behavioral Attributes
• Lifelong Learner
• A passion for teaching
• Resilience and resourcefulness
• Strong Communication Skills both written and verbal
• Strong coaching and mentoring skills
• Good Listening Skills
• Good Listening Skills
• Strong attention to detail
The positions will attract a competitive salary package, which will include excellent benefits
Applicants are invited to submit their Resumes (indicating the position title in the subject heading) via e-mail to: bulyrecruitment@acaciamining.com
Acacia Mining has a strong commitment to environmental, health and safety management, if you are not contacted by Acacia Mining within Thirty (30) days after the closing date, you should consider your application as unsuccessful Short listed candidates may be subjected to any of the following; security clearance; competency assessment; physical capability assessment, reference checking
Acacia Mining is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is very committed to environmental, health and safety Management
Please forward your applications before the 10th March 2015
Source: Daily News 25th February 2015
INTERN - INFORMATION SYSTEMS & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
Posting Title: INTERN - INFORMATION SYSTEMS & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (DCS), I
Job Code Title: INTERN - INFORMATION SYSTEMS & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY
Department/ Office: United Nations Office at Nairobi
Duty Station: NAIROBI
Posting Period: 23 February 2015-10 March 2015
Job Opening number: 15-IST-UNON-40861-R-NAIROBI (O)
Org. Setting and Reporting
The United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) is the UN headquarters in Africa and the
representative office of the Secretary-General. We support programme implementation of the
United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the UN Human Settlements
Programme (UNHABITAT) globally, as well as other UN offices in Kenya, by providing
Administrative, conference, Security and information services (www.unon.org).
The UNON - Division of Conference Services (DCS) internship is for 3 months with an opportunity for extension, depending on the needs of the department.
The Internship is UNPAID and full-time.
Interns work five days per week (35 hours) under the supervision of a staff member in the department or office to which they are assigned.
Education
Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:
a. Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
b. Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor's level or equivalent);
c. Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.
Be computer literate in standard software applications.
Have demonstrated keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter; and
Have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
Studies in Computer Science, Information Technology Systems required.
Work Experience
Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the internship, fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of a second official UN language preferably French is desirable.
Details and to apply at: careers.un.org
Reference: https://inspira.un.org/…/UN_CUSTOMIZATIONS.UN_JOB_DETAIL.GB…
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