Organizational Development Innovator Job Offer at YCI in Mwanza, Tanzania

Wednesday, 26 November 2014

Job Title:    Organizational Development Innovator
Job Location: Mwanza
Employer:    Youth Challenge International (YCI)
Contract Type:Full Time

Job Overview:
Youth Challenge International (YCI) is recruiting an Innovator between the ages of 21 and 35 with relevant skills, experiences and backgrounds for a 6- to 8-week youth development project in Tanzania in the winter of 2014-2015 (dates flexible).
Deadline: On a rolling basis

This exciting opportunity will include a pre-project distance-learning program, followed by an intensive seven-week placement in Tanzania. While in Tanzania, you will work with YCI’s partner organization, the Mwanza Youth and Children Network (MYCN) in the region of Mwanza to further the reach and relevance of their youth development programs.

Job Duties:
Key Project Activities:
Building the capacity of MYCN staff in the areas of strategic planning and communications.
Specifically, the Innovator will support the MYCN team with the following activities:
• Development of a communication policy, framework, and approach for outreach
• Development of organization strategic plan, including a strategy for increasing networks and partnerships

Job Requirements:
• Background in business, organizational development, strategic development, non-profit management, communications, marketing
• Experience in facilitation and/or community mobilization
• Proven effectiveness in cross-cultural settings
• Prior overseas experience an asset
Fundraising Goal: YCI volunteers are required to fundraise and/or contribute a minimum of $600 for these projects to contribute towards YCI’s global youth development programs.

What’s Covered:
• Preparatory support and pre-project distance learning
• In-country orientation
• Modest homestay accommodation and food
• In-country work-related travel
• Comprehensive emergency travel medical insurance

What’s Not Covered:
• Airfare
• Personal expenses
• Visa fees
• Participants will be expected to obtain the required vaccinations and take anti-malarials at their own expense
Deadline Date: 09/12/2014

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NOTE: In the section “Please share with us your reason for selecting these particular countries, project lengths, range of months and sector focus,” specify that you are applying for the“Tanzania Strategic Planning and Communications – 2014”. Please highlight your skills and experience that make you a suitable candidate for this volunteer opportunity.

Application Deadline: YCI accepts applications on a rolling basis.
About YCI: Youth Challenge International is a leading global youth development organization that promotes youth innovation to drive positive change. Building on 25 years of experience, YCI’s programs are designed to meet the needs of youth affected by poverty through four integrated sectors: livelihoods, health, leadership and the environment. We engage youth in creating solutions to the challenges they face. YCI incorporates youth development, volunteerism, partnership and equity into all that we do.

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Director , Finance Job Opportunity at Family Health Initiative

Job Title: Director, Finance

Job ID: 14805

Job Location: Dar es Salaam-Tanzania

Employer: Family Health Initiative (FHI360)

Contract Type:Full Time

About FHI 360:

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology; creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Director of Finance 

Job Duties:

Oversees, manages, prepares, administers and directs the control of the budget;

• Reviews and approves recommendations for financial planning and control, providing relevant fiscal information to executive management team. Develops and manages internal financial audits;
• Develops formal reporting system to communicate results of audit activities to management and regulatory compliance agencies;
• Provides leadership and technical guidance for compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) legislation;
• Selects, develops and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function;
• Leads corporate or program the finance/accounting function to achieve organizational strategic and operational goals;
• Provides oversight with strategic direction, processes improvement plans, financial reporting, budgetary planning and procedures, audit reviews and financial controls;
• Approves credit and billing terms for contracts and manages financial systems used for reporting revenue and taxes in compliance with regulatory requirements;
• Identifies and provides solutions to executive level management on financial matters to make better business decisions;
• Develops and implements policies and procedures to ensure compliance and efficiency with government regulations; 
• Guides managers and staff to achieve strategic and operational goals for the department and organization; 
• •Approves procurement requests and manages financial tools used for reporting program expenditures in compliance with regulatory requirements;
• Develops and manages internal financial reviews with country offices and implements corrective action plans; 
• Develops tailored training plans applicable to the needs of the organization and communicate results of internal review activities to management and regulatory compliance agencies.
  

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree or its International Equivalent - Accounting, Business Administration, Finance or Related Field;
• Typically requires 10+ years of finance management experience;
• Articulate, professional and able to communicate in a clear, positive manner with clients and staff;
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English;
• Prior work in a non-governmental organization (NGO);
• Work experience in Tanzania preferred;
• Current work authorization in Tanzania preferred;
• CPA Certification preferred.
  

We offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefit package. 

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Jobs in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania; Director, Technical

Job Title: Director, Technical

Job ID: 14806

Job Location: Dar es Salaam-Tanzania

Employer: Family Health Initiative (FHI360)

Contract Type:Full Time

About FHI 360:

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology; creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Technical Director 

Job Overview:

The Technical Director is primarily responsible for overall technical leadership on the design and implementation of the CP2 program and activities and oversees program planning, monitoring, and reporting. This position will be based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.  Availability of this position is contingent upon successful award of the project to FHI 360 and selected candidate is subject to USAID approval.

Job Duties:

Works directly under the Chief of Party (COP) and shares responsibilities for maintaining working relationships with USAID, assuming leadership of the project in the COP’s absence;

• Provides overall technical leadership on the design and implementation of the integrated service package for key and vulnerable populations using a combination prevention approach;
• Coordinates all technical activities for implementing partners to achieve program objectives;
• Oversees program planning, monitoring, and reporting;
• Serves as the principal liaison for all CP2 program areas for partners, USAID, Government of Tanzania (GoT) and all stakeholders;
• Communicates a common vision among diverse partners (i.e. GoT, USAID, CSOs, private sector) and coordinates multi-disciplinary technical assistance teams with the Government;
• Ensures effective integration and coordination of program implementation among partner organizations through effective leadership;
• Maintains a strong and wide network with key partners and stakeholders, and ensure that the project is represented on appropriate technical, steering, and advisory groups.
  

Job Minimum Requirements:

Master’s degree in public health, social/behavioural sciences or related field;

• Minimum of eight years of experience in developing countries managing large-scale health or HIV/AIDS prevention, care, and support activities for key and vulnerable populations;
• At least five years in a technical leadership/oversight role for a project of similar size and complexity, including experience with direct supervision of professional staff;
• Strong leadership, communication, interpersonal skills, including proven ability to develop and communicate a common vision among diverse partners and lead a multi-disciplinary team;
• Five years field experience as a senior management experience in health communication program of equivalent size and scope, preferably in Tanzania or East Africa;
• At least 10 years of progressively increasing responsibility working in public health in the fields of HIV prevention services for key population and other vulnerable population, community development, health communication, promotion and/or education;
• Demonstrated ability to establish and sustain professional relationships and to work collaboratively with host country government counterparts and civil society organizations;
• Prior experience building the technical capacity of local organizations for health-focused social mobilization, knowledge of capacity development and system strengthening methods required to accomplish the program description for comprehensive community HIV prevention for key and vulnerable population;
• Management of a USG cooperative agreement or contract, of which at least five years shall have been in senior program management, including professional and support staff supervision .
  

We offer competitive compensation and an outstanding benefit package. 

Apply Now

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FHI 360 Jobs in Tanzania; Director, Monitoring, Evaluation & Research

Job Title: Director, Monitoring, Evaluation & Research

Job ID: 14825

Job Location: Dar es Salaam-Tanzania

Employer: Family Health Initiative (FHI360)

Contract Type:Full Time

About FHI 360:

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology; creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of: Director of Monitoring, Evaluation and Research 

Job Overview:

The Director of Monitoring, Evaluation and Research will lead the research, learning and adaptation component of the project, testing and evaluating local solutions to health and social welfare systems bottlenecks and community barriers impeding the provision of quality services to key and vulnerable populations.

This position will be based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.  Availability of this position is contingent upon successful award of the project to FHI 360 and selected candidate is subject to USAID approval.

Job Duties:

• Lead the monitoring, evaluation and research component for the CP2 program, designing and implementing mechanisms for continuous learning, collaboration and adaptation;

• Lead efforts to identify key research questions and develop research studies related to addressing health outcome barriers for target populations at the community, regional and national levels, spanning a range of issues such as health financing, quality service provision, demand generation, and policy harmonization;
• Take final accountability for baseline size estimation, mapping and formative research activities; sampling and analysis of service statistics to measure saturation; evaluation of novel pilot interventions for key and vulnerable populations, including girls ages 15-24; and implementation science to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of program interventions;
• Lead development and testing of the integrated core and expanded service package of health and social services tailored to the needs and contexts of KVP and contribute to the identification of successful models for scale-up to achieve saturation;
• Oversee the dissemination of information on successful and promising approaches, lessons learned and other program results to local, regional and national levels, intergovernmental bodies, donors, partners and other stakeholders; promote forums that facilitate collaboration, learning and action as a result of this information;
• Lead learning and adaptation including dissemination of program results through various forums and publications; deliver presentations at professional meetings and conferences;
• Oversee the program monitoring and evaluation component, including data collection, data quality assurance, analysis and reporting;
• Ensure that data from CP2 link with national and regional health management information systems and promote data use among stakeholders for learning, programming and policy development;
• Build capacity of CP2 staff, government and other stakeholder counterparts and implementing partner staff in program monitoring and evaluation, data collection and management, and research and learning methods;
• Ensure all research and evaluation conducted under the project include a gender focus that promotes gender equitable programming;
• Contribute to reports and papers summarizing project results and evidence;
• Ensure research implementation adheres to company policies and standard operating procedures and remains technically and ethically sound;
• Provide leadership and team building at the task level;
• Monitor and maintains relevant protocols, instruments, data sets, manuals, training materials and reports;
• Respond to requests and inquiries from internal and external staff.
  

Job Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s Degree or higher in Public Health, Social Sciences, or other relevant discipline;

• Minimum eight years working on monitoring, evaluation and research in the health communication field, managing data intensive programs and designing monitoring and evaluation (M&E) methodologies and tools, with progressively increasing responsibility;
• Demonstrated expertise in the design and implementation of rigorous quantitative and qualitative research studies, rapid appraisals, etc., and methods for data analysis;
• Hands-on practical experience setting up and managing M&E systems for health programs in developing countries, and the ability to coach and train others in their use;
• Proficiency managing complex sets of quantitative data, including data collection, conducting data quality checks, and analyzing data;
• Expertise with data analysis software for quantitative and qualitative data analysis e.g., Epi Info, Stata, SPSS, NVivo, or similar databases;
• Knowledge of M&E issues and indicator development for system strengthening/capacity building;
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively across a broad range of stakeholders including government representatives, for-profit private sector entities, local community organizations, donors and other stakeholders;
• Strong interpersonal, communication, problem solving and team-work skills with excellent ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing; superior presentation skills, both written and oral; Samples of writing will be required;
• Has sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of the political, contextual, and ethical issues in Tanzania;
• Demonstrated capacity to coordinate and implement evaluations, including experience developing terms of reference, recruiting, training and managing a diverse team;
• Familiarity with PEPFAR indicators and reporting results to USAID;
• Experience in knowledge management and dissemination of research findings;
• Proficiency in SPSS, Excel, Word and other MS Office software;
• Work experience in Tanzania preferred;
• Current work authorization in Tanzania preferred.
  

Deadline Date: 02/12/2014 (YCI accepts applications on a rolling basis.)

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Gender Innovator Job Vacancy at Youth Challenge International, Tanzania

Job Title: Gender Innovator

Job Location: Zanzibar

Employer: Youth Challenge International (YCI)

Contract Type:Full Time

About YCI:

Youth Challenge International is a leading global youth development organization that promotes youth innovation to drive positive change. Building on 25 years of experience, YCI’s programs are designed to meet the needs of youth affected by poverty through four integrated sectors: livelihoods, health, leadership and the environment. We engage youth in creating solutions to the challenges they face. YCI incorporates youth development, volunteerism, partnership and equity into all that we do.

Job Overview:

Youth Challenge International (YCI) is recruiting an Innovator between the ages of 18 and 35 for a six-week focused project in Zanzibar, Tanzania starting September 2014 (dates flexible).

This exciting opportunity will include a pre-project distance-learning program, followed by an intensive six-week placement in Tanzania. While in Tanzania, you will work with YCI’s partner organization Zanzibar NGO Clusters (ZANGOC), to further the reach and relevance of the Gender Equity programs.

Job Duties:

• Conduct workshops based on dissemination of ZANGOC gender policy program among member organizations.
• Support ZANGOC GET team working on issues of gender equality and prevention of gender based violence.
• Design a Radio and TV program on the issues of gender equality.
• Organize forums based on Gender Policy for both public and private officials so as to raise awareness of gender-related issues in Zanzibar.

Job Minimum Requirements:

• Background knowledge of gender equality, women empowerment or the humanities
• Proven experience in facilitation and gender mainstreaming
• Public speaking or facilitation skills
• Proven experience in designing, planning, and implementing project activities that support gender equality and promote equal participation of women and men in public affairs
• Demonstrated experience in project management; good understanding of the local environment in which gender related activities are practiced
• Skilled and experience in producing and airing radio and television programming

Fundraising Goal: YCI volunteers are required to fundraise and/or contribute a minimum of $600 for these projects to contribute towards YCI’s global youth development programs.

What’s Covered:• Preparatory support and pre-project distance learning
• In-country orientation
• Modest homestay accommodation and food
• In-country work-related travel
• Comprehensive emergency travel medical insurance

What’s Not Covered:
• Airfare
• Personal expenses
• Visa fees

• Participants will be expected to obtain the required vaccinations and take anti-malarials at their own expense

Deadline Date: 02/12/2014 (YCI accepts applications on a rolling basis.)

Apply Now

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Jobs at FHI360 in Tanzania; Site Coordinator-LIFT II Project - Iringa

Job Title: Site Coordinator-LIFT II Project - Iringa

Job Location: Dar Es Salaam Tanzania

Employer: Family Health International (FHI360)

Contract Type:Full Time

Job Overview:

The position will be responsible for overall project implementation in Iringa town and other sites in region. Also will oversee and develop referral systems within each community.

Job Duties:

• Supporting project development and design of referral systems at in Iringa town and nearby communities. Project activities include the implementation of a referral system that links hospital clients with existing community services.
• Being responsible for monitoring and arranging support to promote technical quality of the program.
• Leading monthly monitoring meetings with local implementing partners to ensure timely and effective program implementation.
• Conducting regular meetings with stakeholders and target groups and representing the organization in relevant meetings and other forums at the site(s).
• Working closely with local government agencies (hospitals, governmental coordinating bodies) and implementing agencies (NGOs, CBOs, FBOs, business leaders) and public and private health facilities, at the respective site to ensure timely implementation of and participation in project activities.
• Routinely collecting and analyzing information on project implementation and compile and submit monthly and quarterly narrative and program monitoring data reports on time.
• Articulating progress and challenges to Country Coordinator and other project team leaders.
• Conducting ongoing monitoring and evaluation of project activities at the site emphasizing quality programming.
• Developing and/or strengthening strategic partnership forums and alliances for an expanded response to HIV and AIDS at the site level.

Job Minimum Requirements:

• Experience working in a moderately supervised role as part of a larger team.
• Mastery in the following computer programs: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
• Fluent in Swahili and ability to communicate at a basic level in English.
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in social sciences or public health.
• At least three years’ experience in HIV and AIDS programming.
• Experience reporting program progress using basic statistics (mean, frequency, range, etc.).
• Experience working with local government authorities.
• Possess a driving license and be able to drive motorbike.
• Knowledge of existing medical infrastructure referral system and ability to travel to nearby communities outside of Iringa Town via motorbike

Deadline Date: 30/11/2014

How to Apply:

Please forward your applications, CV/Resume to:
Human Resources Department, FHI 360,
P.O Box 78082 Dar es Salaam

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Phlebotomist Lab Technician Career Opportunity at Global Hospital Zanzibar

Wednesday, 18 June 2014

Job Title: Phlebotomist Lab Technician
Job Location: Zanzibar
Employer: Global Hospital Zanzibar
No. of Posts: 02

About Us:
In 1992 Turky's Enterprises ventured in manufacturing with its prime product being aluminium, cooking pots located at Amani. Later the company changed her company name to Aluminium Limited and diversified into other lines of production as below
In 2003 manufacturing was extended to soft drinks company producing mineral water and portello soda.
In 2007 the construction of Portland Cement Company began.
In 2010 Grand Palace Hotel opened doors to serve the tourism clients.
In 2010 the construction of Tasakhtaa (Global Hospital) project commenced and it is expected that the Hospital will start to offer services by August 2014. This Hospital is incorporated with the Global Hospitals of India which is going to serve the all kind of patients from all over the world.
Turky'sgroup are contributing immensely to the socio-economic development of Tanzania as it is currently employing directly 400 people.

Job Requirements:

• Diploma in Laboratory from recognized Institute or University
• At least 3 years of experience
• Computer literacy
• Fluent in both written and speak English and Kiswahili.

Job Duties:

• They label all specimen tubes with the date, time, and initials.
• Complete paperwork for the specimen tubes for proper shipment or analysis. Study and follow all safety rules while working.
• Take inventory and order supplies as needed.
• Clean the laboratory.
• Stock the laboratory full of supplies.
• Ensure all of the trays and tools used are clean and sanitized.
• Perform clerical duties such as filing, aiding technologists and collecting data.
• Complete reports when there are hazardous incidents and consult with the laboratory supervisor for further direction

Deadline Date: 30/06/2014

How to Apply:
All applications enclosed with CV's, Photocopies of certificates, Testimonials, Name and address of 3 referees should be address to;
Human Resources Manager
Global Hospital Zanzibar
P.O. Box 271
Zanzibar

Note: Doctors who finished Internship program are encouraged to apply.

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Electrical and Electronic Engineer Career Opportunity at Sao Hill Industries Ltd, Tanzania

Job Title: Electrical and Electronic Engineer 
Job Location: Mafinga, Tanzania 
Employer: Sao Hill Industries Ltd 
Contract Type: Permanent and pensionable. 
Department: Technical. 
Reports to: Technical Manager 

About Us
Sao Hill Industries Ltd operates one of the largest Sawmills in East Africa, producing high
quality sawn timber as well as pallets, doors and other value-added products. The company is
also the main supplier of transmission poles in Tanzania. Sao Hill Industries Ltd also operates
two state-of-the-art timber treatment plants and several charcoal kilns.

Job Duties:
1. Assisting the Technical Manager for annual preventive maintenance plan and implementation. To keep in mind that the aim of the company is to raise production to the maximum and keep the cost down as possible.
2. To lead the electrical section in collaboration with Electrical foreman and advice the improvement of electrical wiring in all Sao hill industries factories.
3. To check the price and advice Technical manager to order spare parts of electrical section and control the use of those spare parts.
4. To prepare the inputs of the Technical department in collaboration with Fabrication Manager and submit them every Monday and Tuesday before the production meeting
5. To participate in the production planning meeting in absence of Technical manager and give all technical plan to improve production.
6. To inform the management in advance the problem of technical department and propose the solution to improve production.
7. To plan the weekend preventive maintenance and submit to Technical Manager before Friday for approval.
8. To control the extra hours according to the job done and be ready to justify when needed by Technical manager or General Manager.
9. To control the fuel consumption of generators and be answerable when found not relevant.
10. To submit monthly report showing all job done by the department and specify the spares used and needed for the next month.
11. Perform any other related duties as may be assigned by the Technical Manager, and the General Manager.

Job Requirements: 
The successful candidate shall have:
a. A Bachelor degree in electrical engineering with
b. At least one year experience in the same position or similar roles.

A competitive remuneration package will be provided

Sao Hill Industries Ltd 
PO Box 55, Mafinga, Tanzania 
Tel: +255 652 60 69 84/ +255 788 60 69 84, email: shi.reception@greenresources.no 
Subsidiary of Green Resources AS, Norway 

Deadline Date: 25/06/2014

How to apply
All applications should be send to:
Email: hrtanzania@greenresources.no, on the
subject write the name of the position you are applying for, send your curriculum vitae, copies
of academic certificates and cover letter as attachments.
NB: All academic certificates should be combined in one attachment.

Also you can apply using the postal address below
The Human Resources Manager 
Saohill Industries Ltd 
P.o.Box 55 
Mafinga,Tanzania 
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Sao Hill Industries Ltd is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the
basis of race, nationality, religion, gender, class or any other category.
To learn more about the company, visit: www.saohill.com and
http://www.greenresources.no/WoodProducts/SaoHillIndustries .

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Fundraising and Communications Coordinator at Mkombozi in Moshi, Tanzania

Monday, 16 June 2014

Job Title:    Fundraising and Communications Coordinator
Job Location:    Moshi, Tanzania
Employer:    Mkombozi

About Mkombozi:
With every child that walks through our doors, we see the future. Every moment they spend at Mkombozi– we ensure we are giving them the tools they need to see and develop successful futures. We support Tanzania’s most vulnerable children and youth by providing direct services such as housing, health services and education, as well as research and advocacy on children’s rights and protection. We strive to be the first line of defense for the vulnerable children in the Moshi and Arusha communities.

Mkombozi, meaning liberator in Swahili, was initially established in 1997 as a live-in residential center and safe haven for children living on the streets. Mkombozi has since expanded its vision over the years. In addition to working with children already living and working on the streets, Mkombozi works to end the abuse and neglect of children, to ensure that children's rights are recognised, and to identify opportunities for intervention before a child migrates to the street. Today, Mkombozi is one of the leading child-focused agencies in northern Tanzania, working with over 1,000 children and families each year in the Kilimanjaro and Arusha regions.

Mkombozi has an international presence - in Tanzania, the United Kingdom (UK), and the United States (US). Mkombozi Tanzania is the heart of the organisation. Offices coordinating all of Mkombozi's programme interventions exist in the Tanzanian towns of Moshi (Kilimanjaro Region) and Arusha (Arusha Region).

Job Overview:
This is  an  exciting, management  level  role  for  a  highly motivated,   professional individual who is committed  to the rights and  empowerment of children and  young people   and   has  extensive  experience  in  fundraising,  communications,  branding, graphic  design, website  development and  media  for development.   With a  keen eye  for  consistency, brand   identity  and  effective  visual tone,  the  Fundraising  & Communications Coordinator will be based in Moshi and will report to the Executive Director.

Job Duties:

• Manage the website by ensuring it is up-to-date with current stories, images and information. 
• Work with other staff to create news stories which promote Mkombozi’s work and provide insight into our progress and development. 
• Develop an integrated external communications strategy that ensures regular updates about Mkombozi’s work are sent to individual donors and supporters via the website, Facebook and other social media sites. 
• Ensure brand consistency throughout Mkombozi communications (local and international, internal and external) which translates support/donation to direct buy in to the organization's vision and mission. 
• Promote Mkombozi via Facebook and social media sites, systematically capture and document individual supporter information from the Mkombozi website and social media spaces. 
• Use this information to build relationships with individual donors and explore how to expand their support to Mkombozi via Friends of Mkombozi networks. 
• Work with and develop networks of overseas volunteers who promote the Friends of Mkombozi charities in the UK and in the USA. 
• Produce communications materials to be used for fundraising and develop a strategy for building the number of supporters and individual donors that regularly give to Mkombozi via the UK and US.
• Work with the Executive Director to write Fundraising proposals to institutional, corporate and other donors. Supervise staff and / or volunteers working in fundraising and communications. 
• Develop a strategy for increasing the number of individuals, groups and corporate supporters located in Tanzania that regularly give to Mkombozi in Tanzania. 
• Produce communications materials to be used for local fundraising. 
• Work with staff in other teams to assist with the editing, design and production of organisational materials in Kiswahili & English, for example, the community newsletter, the Annual Report, research reports, the annual calendar and business cards. 
• Build a library of photographs that depict all aspects of Mkombozi work, ensuring Mkombozi’s Child Protection and picture use policy is followed and permissions are obtained from all image subjects. Maintain organisational knowledge by taking part in M&E and research activity. 
• Keep abreast of developments in NGO fundraising and communications that could expand Mkombozi’s audience and be a good investment of time and energy for Mkombozi. 
• Perform any other official assignment as requested. 

Please note that your duties may vary or change situationally to meet the strategic needs of the organization.
Job Requirements:
Qualifications and experience:

• Candidates from varied backgrounds will be considered; however individuals applying for this position should have an understanding of fundraising and the ability to recruit individual donors to support charity work. 
• Applicants must also have high proficiency using publishing / print design software, Word and Excel, as well as demonstrated experience in creative design for a range of mediums, including printed publications, web-based communications and complementary media such as cards and t-shirts. 
• The ability to appreciate / articulate the distinctive ethos of Mkombozi and to work independently and with Tanzanian / foreign staff will be critical to your success.

Minimum qualifications:

• A  Masters Degree in any of the following or related   areas:  Journalism, Art & Design, Communications, Marketing, Fundraising. 
• Evidence of post-graduate and on-going professional development to improve skills and knowledge of design technologies, communications methods and fundraising techniques is highly desirable.

Skills and experience:

• Proven   track   record in design for printed and  electronic publications  and  promotional materials.
• Demonstrable   experience of designing and maintaining web hosted information. 
• Successful track record of running fundraising campaigns for charity and recruiting individual and corporate donors.
• Successful use of websites  and  online  social media spaces to build regular fundraising support from individuals. 
• Demonstrable  experience writing and  editing articles, reports and  news stories for electronic and  printed  media  aimed  at  a  wide  range of audiences  and  stakeholders, locally in Tanzania and abroad. 
• Use of photography and film equipment and editing software to produce electronic and printed materials with strong visual impact. 
• A flair for design and a keen  eye for detail; particularly when editing and finishing. 
• Ability to strategise independently   and   as part of a  collective decision-making  process.
• Adaptability   and   sensitivity to the cultural environment. 
• Fluency in English and proficiency in Kiswahili (written and spoken).

Terms and conditions:
Salary and benefits will correspond to Mkombozi's salary structure and employment policy / procedures.     Beginning as soon as possible, positions are full-time offered for a period of 24 months with the first 3 months as a probationary period. Applicants that qualify will be required to undergo   a recruitment process that includes a series of interviews and opportunities to apply and demonstrate skills.

Deadline Date: 27/06/2014

How to Apply:
Please send your application to the Address below.
P.O. Box 9601,
Moshi, Tanzania
Moshi Office Tel:  (255) 27 2754793 
Email:: info@mkombozi.org
website:: www.mkombozi.org

Note: Please include a resume and cover letter, clearly demonstrating   how you meet the qualifications of this position. Only those who are short-listed will be contacted.
Tanzanian applicants will be prioritised.

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Aga Khan Hospital Job Vacancy in Dares Salaam; Assistant Manager, Software Development & Support

Wednesday, 11 June 2014

Job Title:    Assistant Manager, Software Development & Support
Job Location:    Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Employer:    Aga Khan Hospital
Job Type:    Full Time

About AKHD:
Established in 1964, the Aga Khan Hospital, Dar es Salaam is a multispecialty hospital offering quality health care for the people of Tanzania. In 2000, construction of a new building was complete, expanding the Hospital to its current 74-beds. The Hospital provides general medical services, specialist clinics and state of the art diagnostic services. It is also part of the Aga Khan Health Services international referral system, with links to the Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi and the Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi.

In 2003, the Hospital was awarded the ISO 9001: 2000 (International Standardisation Organisation) certificate. This certification is awarded only when a hospital’s clinical, diagnostic, administrative, and support services conform to the ISO standards.

Job Requirements:

• 6 or above years experience in Software management and development. Expertise in writing Sal statements
• A strong technical background, testing or developing using the programming languages methodologies: ASP dot Net, VB dot Net, VB,ASP, HTML, XML etc
• Knowledge of ODBC would be preferred.

Job Duties:

• To plan and execute projects, ensure appropriate product and technical specifications, direction, and resources are effectively and meet deadlines.
• Responsible for development and systems analysis tasks. Code new systems, design new components, perform unit testing, and create documentation following SDlC. Writing programs in multiple languages and databases (Oracle, Access, Sal server, VB, ASP .Net). Perform data analysis and business analysis task.
• Track and report the status of projects, acting as a gateway through which work should be assigned to appropriate team member while ensuring that project scope is adequately defined
• Demonstrate a software plan that meets the future needs of our organization on technical challenges of industry demands.

Deadline Date:    24/06/2014

How to Apply:
Please forward yourCV to:
Aga Khan Hospital
PO Box 2289
Dar es salaam

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General Dentist Job Opportunity in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Job Title:    General Dentist.
Job Location:    Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Employer:    Aga Khan Hospital, Dar es Salaam
Job Type:    Full Time

About AKHD:
Established in 1964, the Aga Khan Hospital, Dar es Salaam is a multispecialty hospital offering quality health care for the people of Tanzania. In 2000, construction of a new building was complete, expanding the Hospital to its current 74-beds. The Hospital provides general medical services, specialist clinics and state of the art diagnostic services. It is also part of the Aga Khan Health Services international referral system, with links to the Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi and the Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi.

In 2003, the Hospital was awarded the ISO 9001: 2000 (International Standardisation Organisation) certificate. This certification is awarded only when a hospital’s clinical, diagnostic, administrative, and support services conform to the ISO standards.

Job Requirements:
B.D.SI D.D.S with 2-3 years of experience

Job Duties:
1, Minor Surgical procedures
3. Prosthetic procedures (crown & bridge)
4. Restorative procedures.
5. Rotary Root Canals procedures

Deadline Date:    24/06/2014

How to Apply:
Please forward yourCV to:
Aga Khan Hospital
PO Box 2289
Dar es salaam

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Aga Khan Hospital JobOpportunity in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania; Medical Oncologist

Job Title:    Medical Oncologist
Job Location:    Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Employer:    Aga Khan Hospital
Job Type:    Full Time

About AKH:
Established in 1964, the Aga Khan Hospital, Dar es Salaam is a multispecialty hospital offering quality health care for the people of Tanzania. In 2000, construction of a new building was complete, expanding the Hospital to its current 74-beds. The Hospital provides general medical services, specialist clinics and state of the art diagnostic services. It is also part of the Aga Khan Health Services international referral system, with links to the Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi and the Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi.

In 2003, the Hospital was awarded the ISO 9001: 2000 (International Standardisation Organisation) certificate. This certification is awarded only when a hospital’s clinical, diagnostic, administrative, and support services conform to the ISO standards.

Job Overview:
Oncology Program, at the Aga Khan Hospital, Dar es Salaam, offers Prevention, Screening, Diagnostics, Chemotherapy infusion Program, Breast Centre, Cancer Surgery, Pain and Symptoms management. Our Support services offer dietary and counseling to patients and families, through individual and group sessions. We are seeking a medical oncologist to join our team.

Job Requirements:
Academic Qualifications:
Masters in Medicine or qualification such as M.D, M.S, M. Med, Msc. Oncology or equivalent in relevant field of specialization 1 super - specialization with active clinical role and ongoing academic engagement within the hospital setup.

Experience:
• At least 1-year of experience post successful completion of the residency program (including medical clearance through relevant exam).
• 3 years or more of relevant post Masters experience
• Teaching experience in a recognized Medical College or Teaching hospital would be a definite asset.
• Candidate must be committed to patient and family-centered care, and be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures.

Job Duties:
The selected candidate will give medical oncology care with consultation and chemotherapy infusion.
Work towards human resource development and training needed within the division of oncology.
Collaborate with ORCI, AKUH,N and oncology surgeon in giving state of the art oncology care.
Work in team with nursing, pharmacy, cancer registrar, palliative care, and hospital staff.
The selected candidate will also be '1 responsible for participating in teaching junior staff, institutional initiatives by taking an active role in the hospital's' Y academic, administrative, and quality agendas.

Deadline Date:    24/06/2014

How to Apply:
Please forward your CV to:
Aga Khan Hospital
PO Box 2289
Dar es salaam

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Office Manager Job Vacancy at The Walter Reed Program in Mbeya, Tanzania

Job Title:    Office Manager
Employer:    Walter Reed Program
Job Location:    Mbeya, Tanzania
Reports to:     Regional Program Manager/ HR & Admin Director

Job Overview:
The office Manager is responsible for organizing and coordinating office operations and procedures in order to ensure organizational effectiveness and efficiency.

Scope:
The Office Manager report to the HR and Admin Director and is responsible for providing office management services to HJFMRI-Tanzania office. This includes maintaining office services and efficiency, supervising administration staff such as Office Attendants and Travel Assistant; as well as maintaining office records.

Job Duties:
1. Maintain Office Services
• Designs and implements office policies; J
• Establishes standards and organizes office procedures and operations;
• Monitors and records long distance phone calls;
• Reviews and approves supply requisitions;
• Maintains the condition of the office and arranges necessary repairs;


2. Supervise Office Staff
• Completes operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees, as well as follow up on work results; Orients and trains new employees on administrative and office matters;
• Supervises and monitors, and appraises the work Office attendants, Travel Assistant and other junior office/ administrative staff;
• Coaching and disciplining staff under her/his supervision

3. Maintain office records
• Designs and maintains filing system;
• Ensures filing systems are maintained and up to date; Defines procedures for record retention;
• Ensures protection and security of files and records;
• Ensures effective transfer of files and records;
• Transfers and dispose records according to retention schedule and policies.

4. Maintain office efficiency
• Plans and implements office systems, layout and initiate the process of procurement of needed equipment and furniture by liaising with the Procurement and Logistics Department;
• Designs and implements office policies by establishing standards and procedures, measuring results against standards and making necessary adjustments;
• Keeps the management informed by reviewing and analyzing special reports, summarizing information and indentifying trends;
• Reviews and updates office health and safety policies and ensuring they are observed;
• Maintains supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders for supply and verify receipts for supplies;
• Records and monitors expenses and raises monthly invoices for utilities and other administrative/office services; Keeps an online calendar of events for all staff, documents travel days and organizes meetings and appointments; Books transport and accommodation for local and international travels as may be needed;
• Supervises customer services and responds to customer enquiries and complaints.

5. Performs any other duties as may be assigned by the HR and Admin Director

Job Requirements:
Education Qualifications:

• Bachelor or Master's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management or any other related fields; At least four (4) years of experience in related functions;
• Computer skills and demonstrate excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Skills
• Analytical and problem solving skills; Decision making skills;
• Effective verbal listening communication skills; Attention to detail and high level of accuracy Very effective organizational skills;
• Effective written communication skills;
• Computer skills including spreadsheet and word-processing programs, email at highly proficient level;
• Stress management skills;
• Time management skills

Personal Attributes
• The incumbent must maintain strict confidential in performing the duties of office administration. The incumbent must demonstrate the following personal attributes:
• Be honest and trustworthy be respectful
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Be flexible
• Demonstrate sound work ethics

Deadline Date: 19/06/2014

How to Apply:
Human resources manager
PO Box6396
Mbeya

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GBV Advisor Job Opportunity for an NGO in Mbeya, Tanzania

Job Title:    GBV Advisor
Job Location:    Mbeya
Employer:    Walter Reed Program
Job Type:    Full Time
Reports to:     Outreach Director

About WRP:
The Walter Reed Program (HJFMRI) is an international Non-Governmental Organization working in several countries conducting research studies and providing care and treatment to people affected by HIV and AIDS. WRPIHJFMRI is funded by the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) through the U.S. Department of Defense. In collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (MOHSW), the Walter Reed Program (WRP/HJFMRI) has been leading a comprehensive HIV and AIDS care and support program in the Southern Highlands of Tanzania since 2004. The program extends to more than 15 regional and district hospitals in Mbeya, Rukwa, Ruvuma and Katavi regions. This region has one of the highest HIV prevalence rate in Tanzania which is fuelled by among other factors gender issues such as the insubordination of girls and women, gender violence, and women's low socio-cultural status affecting their decision making ability specifically on their sexuality and safe sex.

Job Overview:
WRP/HJFMRI has received funding for the expansion of GBV program activities with a focus on
addressing Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and gender norms in the Mbeya Region of the Southern Highlands of Tanzania. In order to promote a comprehensive GBV approach and effective linkages, a GBV Advisor is sort to provide strategic and technical leadership to a team of staff and enhance linkages within and without the department to ensure that GBV efforts are effectively mainstreamed across the program areas. H/She is expected to travel to the field and other related places of WRP GBV's implementation sites.
This position is located in Mbeya, Tanzania with travel throughout the Rukwa, Ruvuma and Katavi regions. Only those with current legal authority to work in the United Republic of Tanzania will be considered. The GBV Advisor will work closely with the medical and outreach partners to design strategies and coordinate all GBV activities in the four regio of the Southern Highlands (Mbeya, Rukwa, Ruvuma and Katavi). The position reports to the Outreach Director in Mbeya.

Job Requirements:

• Master's degree in gender, public health, behavioral sciences, human rights or related field
• At least 5 years experience implementing GBV related initiatives which can include a combination of community-based awareness-raising and prevention and/or facility based work developing capacity of service providers to respond meaningfully to GBV. 
• Demonstrated understanding of the link betweengender norms, GBV and HIV vulnerability.
• Demonstrated understanding of the Tanzanian and Southern Highlands contexts Experience with monitoring and evaluation of gender and GBV focused interventions, preferably under PEPFAR.
• Experience in mentoring and supervising a diverse technical team of staff
• Proficiency in English required; proficiency in Kiswahili preferred Ability to travel in country up to 50% of the time.

Job Duties:

• Provide Strategic and Technical leadership in the management and implementation of the
• GBV program
• Serve as the Technical lead in working with all WRP departments and Partners to mainstream GBV activities
• Provide overall leadership in the design and roll out of the PEPFAR funded Gender and GBV strategies and program.
• Identifying and work closely with the GBV team to develop the implementing partners' knowledge and understanding of Gender and GBV as contributors to the HIV/AIDs epidemic, as well as ensuring the development of tools and skill sets that promote effective implementation in these programming areas on the part of those partners.
• Overseeing implementation of WRP activities addressing GBV and gender norms including interactive, skill-building workshops for service providers, awareness-raising campaigns and other community-level interventions to address the norms and behaviors that underlie GBV. Work closely with the monitoring and evaluation department to develop monitoring and reporting on indicators related to the GBV and gender activities
• Provide leadership with GBV clinical interventions being implemented under the Medical department to ensure effective linkages are maintained
• Provide leadership in working with other key stakeholders (e.g. police, judiciary, etc) to ensure that GBV activities and services are well coordinated
• Work closely with other implementing organizations to ensure that technical support is well coordinated and managed
• Identify and document best practices and share internally and externally
• Supervise a core team of Communi!y and Clinical Managers

Deadline Date:    19/06/2014

How to Apply:
Please forward yourCV to:
Human resources manager
Walter Reed Program
PO Box 6396
Mbeya

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IT Help Desk Officer Job Opportunity at Walter Reed Program in Mbeya, Tanzania

Job Title:    IT Help Desk Officer
Job Location:    Mbeya, Tanzania
Employer:    Walter Reed Program
Reports to:     IT Manager

Job Overview:
The Information Technology Officer reports to the IT Manager and manages and provides hardware and software maintenance, training and consultation, and recommendations about future planning and development of resources. Providing these services in an effective and efficient manner will ensure maximum access to and implementation of technology services and resources.

Job Duties:
• Maintains a thorough knowledge of the organization and adheres to all WRP organizational standards Assist to Complete Knowledge on Designing and documenting databases with Data Modeling.
• Assist to keep track and IT hardware and software for the organization.
• Serve as liaison between department staff and the ICT unit to resolve issues rose from Zendesk ticket system assisting in Implementing, administrates and maintaining databases.
• Assist in Troubleshoot computer problems.
• Determine and document source of computer problems (hardware, software, user access, etc.). Performs routine preventive maintenance on hardware and software.
• Work one-on-one with staff on applications assistance.
• Provide recommendations on department applications best use.
• Answer staff questions in person and via phone on all departments supported applications. Perform hardware and software installations.
• Provide on-the-job assistance to new department staff members. Provide computer orientation to new department staff.
• Asset management to keep a register of all IT equipments using asset tags number.
• Support regular and reliable backups and ensure that the Data backup and system are functioning.
• Respects confidentiality in discussing staff and partner organizational matters, also maintains confidentiality of WRP and its project, fiscal and personnel related information.
• Reports to work regularly and on time.
• Assists in other duties as needed and directed.

Job Requirements:

• Education and/or Experience
• Bachelor's degree from four-year College or university and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of technical education and experience.

Computer Skills
The following computer proficiency is (are) required: Internet Explorer; Microsoft Access; Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Outlook;
Microsoft PowerPoint; Microsoft Publisher; Microsoft Word; lotus Notes.

Other Skills and Qualifications:

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Fluent in English and Kiswahili.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts (basic math).
• Knowledge of and experience with: LANS/WANS; Windows Server Environment; Microsoft Sal Server; Microsoft Exchange; Internet Information Services; backup systems; network/workstation peripherals; print servers; firewalls, spam & antivirus hardware/software; Javascript, HTMl, Cascading Style Sheets; computer hardware (replacing hard drives, hardware drivers, etc.).

Walter Reed Program is an equal opportunity employer; women are highly encouraged to apply.

Deadline Date: 19/06/2014

How to Apply:
Please forward your resume to:
Human resources manager
PO Box6396
Mbeya
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Credit Officers Urgently Needed at EFC Tanzania M.F.C Limited

Job Title:    Credit Officers
Job Location:    Dar Es Salaam,Tanzania
Employer:    EFC Tanzania M.F.C Limited
No. of Posts:    15

About Us
EFC Tanzania M.F.C Limited is the first deposit taking microfinance institution (MFI) to be licensed and regulated under Bank of Tanzania's Microfinance Company Charter. Having officially opened for business in July 2011, its purpose is to contribute to the development of Tanzania's private sector by providing increased access to financial services by the underserved micro and small entrepreneurs' (MSEs) market segment.

Job Description:
Operating since July 2011, EFC TANZANIA M.F.C LIMITED provides financial services to micro, small and medium size enterprises (MSMEs) and is the first deposit taking microfinance institution to be licenced and regulated under the Bank of Tanzania’s Microfinance Company Charter.

The purpose of the Entrepreneurs Financial Centre (EFC) is to provide increased access to specialized financial services for entrepreneurs while contributing to wealth creation, improvement of living conditions and development of the Tanzanian private sector. Owned by international and local investors, EFC Tanzania is distinctive in its emphasis on local development through a collective ownership scheme.

Positions:
EFC Tanzania through its expansion program and in an effort to serve its clientele better, is looking to fill the following position in Dar es Salaam:

Job Requirements:
• Applicants should have financial services experience with the following general profile:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Banking, Commerce, Finance, or Marketing.
• 1 - 3 years’ experience in Housing/SME’s Loans will be an added Advantage.
• Strong people/relationship skills with a customer service and teamwork orientation.
• Action and results oriented with good time management and analytical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili.


EFC Tanzania seeks to hire qualified and experienced candidates who are strongly oriented towards personal and professional development for career advancement and can actively participate in a fast paced and constantly changing environment.

Interested candidates are requested to submit a letter of interest explaining their motivation for the position applied for together with their Curriculum Vitae.

Deadline Date: 20/06/2014

How to Apply:
EFC Tanzania seeks to hire qualified and experienced candidates who are strongly oriented towards personal and professional development for career advancement and can actively participate in a fast paced and constantly changing environment.

Interested candidates are requested to submit a letter of interest explaining their motivation for the position applied for together with their Curriculum Vitae.
Applications will be addressed to:
The Human Resource Department
EFC Tanzania M.F.C Limited
1st Floor, Letsya Towers
59 New Bagamoyo Road
P.O. Box 11735
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania


We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those short listed for an interview will be contacted directly.
No telephone calls or office visits please.

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FHI 360 Job Opportunity in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania; Director, Finance and Administration

Monday, 2 June 2014

Job Title:    Director, Finance and Administration
Job Ref:    14024
Job Location:    Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Employer:    FHI 360

Job Overview/Responsibilities:
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology– creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories.   FHI 360 is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Director, Finance & Administration in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

Additional Responsibilities:
The individual shall be responsible for overall financial management and administration of an USAID-funded, 5-year, multi-million dollar HSS project in Tanzania. Availability of position is contingent upon funder approval.

Accountabilities:   
Grants responsibilities:

•     Provide lead administration for the management of contracts, grants and cooperative agreements and in the monitoring and development of systems to provide sound management control
•     Ensure that contract and sub-agreement documents and procedures are completed in a timely and correct manner and comply with FHI and donor policies.
•     Ensure that implementing partners (IPs) comply with terms and conditions, and procedures established in the contracting and granting documents.
•     Oversee the pre-award review of new implementation agencies and other new partners and guide subproject development with country office staff responsible for sub-agreement development.
•     Develop the award documents (sub-agreements or contracts) in coordination with the technical programmatic and budgetary elements of the documents to ensure compliance with FHI 360 regulations.

Finance responsibilities:

•     Review annual budgets and track expenditures against budgetary line items;
•     Review project invoices for accuracy and allocate expenditures according to accounting systems;
•     Approve payment of monthly expenditures within signature authority guidelines;
•     Prepare and update reports on a daily basis and submit month-end reports to HQ according to financial procedures;
•     Review and reconcile monthly expenditures of the bank accounts;
•     Assist  in the preparation of financial reports;
•     Liaise with Finance/Business Managers in HQ regarding budget realignments, specific budget issues, and status of wire transfers;
•     Develop procurement solicitations and recommendations for potential providers of needed goods and services in accordance with USAID and FHI 360 rules and regulations;
•     Maintain liability, workman’s compensations, and other insurance policies on behalf of the office;

Job Requirements:   

•     Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or other relevant field, or a Bachelor’s or certified accounting degree with 10 years’ experience.
•     Eight years’ experience in accounting, operations and financial management of large-scale, complex, international development assistance programs.
•     Demonstrated supervisory experience, interpersonal skills and team building experience.
•     Familiarity with USG financial reporting and compliance requirements.
•     Demonstrated experience and skills in developing and managing large budgets.
•     Three to five years of relevant grants and contract management experience.
•     Prior experience building or enhancing financial management capacity of civil society organizations.
•     Relevant experience working in or with the Tanzanian civil society sector;
•     Experience with QuickBooks or other accounting software strongly preferred;
•     Excellent communication and organizational skills;
•     Fluency in English required, proficiency in Swahili preferred; and
•     Tanzanian nationals are strongly encouraged to apply

FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at http://www.fhi360.org/careers or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.  

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.

Deadline Date: 14/06/2014

Apply Now

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FHI 360 Jobs in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania; Senior Technical Advisor, OVC

Job Title:    Senior Technical Advisor, OVC
Job Ref:    14025
Job Location:    Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Employer:    FHI 360

Job Overview/Responsibilities:
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology– creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories.   FHI 360 is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Senior Technical Advisor, OVC in Dar es Salaam.

Additional Responsibilities:
This individual will provide technical guidance on MVC programs of FHI 360 Tanzania in partnership with OVC technical team for the USAID-funded, 5-year, multi-million dollar HSS project in Tanzania. Availability of position is contingent upon funder approval.

Accountabilities:    

• Provide support to strengthen OVC programs implemented by the Department of Social Welfare (DSW) and selected development partners with technical assistance from FHI 360.
•     Operationalize effectively the implementation of the National Plan of Action and share lessons learnt with government and other OVC stakeholders.
•     Provide technical support and coordinate the development of relevant tools; share tools with other stakeholders and the DSW to strengthen community systems.
•     Develop training materials, capacity building for OVC staff and data management system.
•     Provide technical assistance to implementing civil society organizations.
•     Provide technical guidance and coordinate the integration of OVC support into other care and support programs, especially counseling and testing, home based palliative care, pediatric care.
•      Provide technical assistance in documenting and scaling up best practices.
•     Assist civil society organizations to support MVCC establishment and strengthening and contribute to the DMS in line with national standards.
•     Supervise all Regional Technical Officers.
•     Guide the technical team to ensure provision of high quality plans, supportive supervision and quality reports

Job Requirements:

•     MS/MA in Social science with 5-7 years’ experience or BS/BA in Social science with 9-11 years’ experience.
•     At least 5 years’ experience in OVC programs in planning report writing and presenting lessons findings to public health and policy specialists, the media and the general public.
•     Demonstrated leadership, strategic planning, and technical skills in programming for orphans and vulnerable children with a focus on improving children’s health, nutrition, education, protection, psychosocial well-being, and care as well as addressing household economic and food security;
•     Demonstrated experience in OVC programme quality improvement working in partnership with CSOs and Government entities at all levels;
•     Demonstrated experience in the design and use of training curricula;
•     Knowledgeable about adult learning methodologies and principles;
•     Demonstrated experience in cultivating and sustaining working relationships with local partners and the government of Tanzania;
•     Strong written and oral communication and interpersonal skills;
•     Tanzanian national preferred.
•     Proficient in English required
•     Proficient in Kiswahili preferred

FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at http://www.fhi360.org/careers or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.  

FHI 360 is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.

Deadline Date: 14/06/2014

Apply Now

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Tanzania Post Bank Job Vacancy; Credit Officer Group Lending (13 Positions)

Thursday, 29 May 2014

Job Title:    Credit Officer Group Lending
Job Location:    Dar es salaam, Mbeya, Songea, Mwanza, Musoma, Morogoro, Iringa, Tanga, Tabora, Dodoma, Kigoma, Mtwara and Arusha
Employer:    Tanzania Post Bank (TPB)
Reporting Line: Chief Manager Procurement
Work Schedule:     As per TPB Staff regulations
Division:     Procurement
Salary:     Commensurate to the Job Advertised

About Us
As part of the financial sector reform, Tanzania Postal Bank was established by the Tanzania Postal Bank Act No.11 of 1991 as amended by Act No.11 of 1992. The bank became operational as a separate entity from the then Tanzania Posts and Telecommunications Corporation (TP&TC) from 1st March 1992 with its own Board of Directors and Management. It was established as a successor to the Tanganyika Post office Savings which was established by the Post Office Savings Bank Ordinance of 1925 and became operational in 1927.

The creation of the bank took the Government’s cognition of the bank’s strengths and particularly the advantage of canvassing the masses both in rural and urban areas.

Tanzania Postal Bank (TPB) seeks to appoint dedicated, self-motivated and highly organized Senior Manager Procurement (1 position) to join the Procurement Management team based in Dar es Salaam.

Job Duties:

•     Prepares and updates procurement plans in respect of procurement of goods, no-consultancy services, consultancy services and works.
•     Guides user departments on the preparation of corporate procurement plan to ensure its implementation is in line with the approved corporate Annual budget.
•     Prepares bid documents for procurement of goods, works, non-consultant
•     services and disposal of Assets as per format issued by PPRA.
•     Ensures that respectively monthly information on implementation of procurement plan are prepared for the Tender Board, management, user functions and other stakeholders
•     Ensures that minutes of Tender Board meetings are timely prepared.
•     Raises purchase orders when relevant approval has been granted
•     Maintains list of approved Suppliers; Service providers and contractors.
•     Maintains proper records and reports pertaining to purchases.
•     Follows-ups on purchases goods and services to ensure their timely delivery is in accordance with the terms of contracts
•     Provides inputs to tender evaluation and review of tender evaluation reports.
•     Liaise with Directorate of Finance to ensure all issued LPOs issued are paid timely and at the end of the year there are no pending LPOs as per financial regulations
•     Performs any other duties as may be assigned by your superior from time to time.

Key Relationships
. Internal: All TPB Staff, all Departments
. External: Regulators, PPRA

Authority Levels
As set down in TPB’s policy and procedures for a position at a Senior Manager
Procurement

Job Requirements:

•     A Bachelor Degree/ Advanced Diploma in Materials Management
•     from a recognized Institution or CPSP or related field who has a past
•     reputable practical experience of Procurement duties for a minimum period of
•     5 years. Computer literacy is a must.

Experience:

•     Experience of at least 5 years in the Banking sector and in a
•     Procurement management role and Public Procurement experience is highly desirable.
•     Registration to the PSPTB: Must be registered by the Procurement and
•     Supplies Professionals and Technician Board
•     Skills / Attributes: Decisiveness
•     Resilience and resourcefulness
•     Strong influencing skills
•     Performance orientation
•     Hold employees accountable
•     High level of interpersonal skills
•     Strong commercial acumen
•     Knowledge of Public Procurement Act and its Regulations

Deadline date: 06/06/2014.

How to Apply:
The position will attract a competitive salary package, which include benefits.
Applicants are invited to submit their resume (indicating the position title in the subject heading ) to:
Email: recruitment@postalbank.co.tz .
Applications via other methods will not be considered

Applicants need to submit only the Curriculum Vitae (CV) and the Letter of Applications indicating the Job advertised. Other credentials will have to be submitted during the interview for authentic check and other administrative measures and should not in any way be attached during application .


Tanzania Postal Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is very
committed to environmental, health and safety Management.

Tanzania Postal Bank has a strong commitment to environmental, health and safety management. If you are not contacted by Tanzania Postal Bank, you should consider your application as unsuccessful. Late applications will not be considered.

Short listed candidates may be subjected to any of the following: a security
clearance; a competency assessment; physical capability assessment and reference checking.

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