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The following job vacancies exists in the under listed African Countries
Uganda - HIV Program Coordinator
American Refugee Committee
HQ DEPARTMENT or COUNTRY PROGRAM: Uganda
RESPONSIBLE TO: Country Director
STATUS:Full Time
DEPARTMENT/COUNTRY PROGRAM DESCRIPTION/MISSION
The American Refugee Committee is implementing a 3-year PEPFAR-funded HIV program in Gulu, Amuru and Pader districts in North Uganda. The HIV team consists of approximately 18 staff operating in several sub-counties in the 3 districts with activities for response and prevention to HIV as well as capacity building with local organisations.
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The HIV Program Co-ordinator is the focal manager of a sizable multi-year program and will oversee and ensure high quality program implementation. She/he will be responsible for overall quality, effectiveness and timeliness of the program outputs and outcomes while ensuring strategic priorities are pursued.
MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise and ensure the timely execution of all HIV program activities: Work with ARCs existing partners and organise the selection of additional partners. Develop and supervise the execution of capacity-building strategies for all partners. Develop and execute, in collaboration with partners, an effective BCC strategy. Monitor quality of services in the mobile VCT services and set up additional sites when needed. Oversee development of a home-based care partners network, and the implementation of common approaches and best practices within that network. Oversee quality training of TBAs and Midwives on PMTCT referral and development of a referral network. Oversee quality training of health workers on STI/OI treatment and referral. Progressively hand over all project activities to partners
Develop and manage a technically sound program work plan, consistent with the goals and objectives of the program
Working with the Deputy HIV Program Coordinator, coordinate with ARCs operational departments (logistics, administration/HR, and finance) to ensure adequate operational support to the project
Working with the Deputy HIV Program Coordinator, collect and analyze relevant data for internal monthly project reports; prepare quarterly and annual donor reports
Working with the Deputy HIV Program Coordinator, develop data collection tools and organise assessments; ensure use of comprehensive M&E tools
With the HQ Health Technical Advisors, provide technical oversight, accountability and ensure timely implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of all relevant HIV activities at the field level
Provide ongoing leadership, training, and guidance to staff and volunteers to ensure HIV programming meets best practice standards
Lead the HIV team through a process for sector strategy planning
Participate in country-wide strategy planning process
Apply technical knowledge to ensure use of appropriate project strategies
Ensure that the project timeline is respected and that output targets are achieved
Prioritize operational security and ensure that program staff observe proper security precautions
Other areas of responsibility as assigned by the Sr. GBV/HIV Program Coordination
Financial Management
Manage multi-grant budgets in order to maintain program expenditure within budget parameters
Develop and utilise financial planning tools such as spending plans, procurement plans, work plans based on activities and budgets
Develop budget estimates and anticipated costs based on programmatic priorities and activities
Provide monitoring to ensure all financial procedures associated with the program adhere to the ARC financial procedures and meet donor requirements
Ensure that all internal and external financial reporting requirements are high quality and met on time
Human Resource Management
Recruit project staff, as needed
Train, monitor, and provide intensive supervision of program managers
Facilitate and lead trainings and discussion groups with staff and community members
Develop staff capacity building plans in coordination with staff
Provide leadership and support to ensure staff well-being
Provide objective feedback to staff during performance evaluations as per staff performance objectives
Coordination & Advocacy
Attend program working group meetings
Liaise with external partners, notably District government officials, donors, community leaders, other NGOs and other stakeholders
Represent ARC in relevant functions at district and national level, attend NGO and donor meetings
Maintain an open dialogue with all relevant sectoral and inter-agency actors operating within the sites of operation; maintaining constructive relationships with key local government officials
Provide internal advocacy to address gaps regarding resources and internal structures, in order to accomplish the planned activities.
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with all stakeholders
Ensure that information from the coordination meetings is shared, as appropriate
EDUCATION, TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
4-5 years experience managing HIV programming including thorough familiarity with the following technical areas: HIV Counseling and Testing. Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission. Behavior Change Communication. Home-based Care
Experience with capacity-building initiatives for national NGOs and CBOs
Experience planning/collaborating with government institutions an advantage
Experience administering a USAID grant an advantage
Ability to build positive relationships with donors, government officials and other stakeholders
Past work experience in developing countries; experience in Uganda or East Africa preferred
Willingness to make a multi-year commitment strongly preferred
Ability to work in a multi-cultural work setting, post-conflict/transitional environment with limited resources and infrastructure
MPH or similar graduate degree or experience
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Strong experience managing staff
Budget management experience
Proven report writing skills
Strong computer skills; word processing and excel spreadsheets
Fluency in English
KEY BEHAVIORS & ABILITIES
Creative
Collaborative
Ability to multi-task and work under pressure
Ability to make good decisions, has good judgment
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Mechanical Technician
Job Title : Mechanical Technician
Source : The Guardian, September 3, 2009
Requirements : Diploma in mechanical engineering or full technician certificate in mechanical engineering
Job Description :Responsible for carrying out preventive maintenance, fault finding and major and minor repairs of equipment
Apply To : Human Resources Manager
Full Address : Tanzania International Container Terminal Services Ltd, P.O. Box 71442, Dar es Salaam
Email Applications: [email protected]
Closing Date : 16/Sep/2009
Transport Officer
Job Title : Transport Officer
Source : The Guardian, September 3, 2009
Requirements : A good Advanced Diploma in Transport Management or equivalent experience plus 6 months to 1 year experience in reputable company
Job Description :To manage and coordinate all transport processes in the region to ensure that company motor vehicles are well maintained
Apply To : Regional Manager
Full Address : TANESCO, P.O. Box 2464, Dar es Salaam
Email Applications: [email protected]
Closing Date : 17/Sep/2009
Our Client a leading Marine Service Company that provide specialist Electronic Technical Support covering a wide range of electronic equipment onboard vessels and offshore facilities are looking to recruit the services of an Instrument Technician to work on a long term contract based offshore Angola. The post will be onboard a drillship, working offshore Angola on a 28/28 day rotation.
Experience Required:
Bridge Radio / Navigation Equipment
Communications Systems / VSat / GMDSS; Internal Comms / PA Systems
Engine Controls / Instrumentation
Subsea Systems
Candidates should have the following;
City Guilds /ONC/HNC in appropriate engineering discipline
Compex Certificate
Offshore Survival and Medical
Experience working on Marine vessels or offshore installations on marine electronic equipment advantageous
Fibre Optic experience would be beneficial
Please note, we prefer to receive your CV as a Microsoft Word document as our system gives priority to applications in this format.
This vacancy is being advertised by Raeburn Group Limited. The services advertised by Raeburn Group Limited are those of an Employment Agency.
Status: Contract
Location: Angola, ANGOLA
Advert Published: 15 Sep 2009
Expiry date: 22 Sep 2009
Raeburn Group Limited Ref. No.:
ARR 2716/1
Oilcareers Ref. No.:
J284380
Work Permit Requirements: EUROPEAN UNION
(Applications will only be considered from people who are authorised to work in this location by being a national of that country or region, or by holding a valid work permit.)
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Health Laboratory Technician - 3 Posts
Job Title : Health Laboratory Technician - 3 Posts
Source : Daily News, September 2, 2009
Requirements : Holder of Advanced Diploma in Health Laboratory Sciences or its equivalent
Job Description :To prepare reagents for routine examinations of patients
Apply To : Executive Director
Full Address : Muhimbili National Hospital, P.O. Box 65000, Dar es Salaam
Closing Date : 18/Sep/2009
Health Laboraroty Technologists - 3 Posts
Job Title : Health Laboraroty Technologists - 3 Posts
Source : Daily News, September 2, 2009
Requirements : Holder of Advanced Diploma in Health Laboratory Sciences or its equivalent
Job Description :To perform specific technical tasks and monitor activities of subordinates
Apply To : Executive Director
Full Address : Muhimbili National Hospital, P.O. Box 65000, Dar es Salaam
Closing Date : 18/Sep/2009
Human Resorces Officer (Labour Relations)
Job Title : Human Resorces Officer (Labour Relations)
Source : Daily News, September 2, 2009
Requirements : Holder of Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognized institution and licensed by the Pharmacy Council, with three years relevant experience
Job Description :To order drugs and other equipments from main store according to recognized procedures and to enter them in Bin Tally Cards
Apply To : Executive Director
Full Address : Muhimbili National Hospital, P.O. Box 65000, Dar es Salaam
Closing Date : 18/Sep/2009
Project Driver
Job Title : Project Driver
Source : The Guardian, September 2, 2009
Requirements : Secondary education certificate plus minimum of three years relevant experience as a driver, Trade Test Certificate Grade III/II
Job Description :Ensure that vehicle assigned is in good running condition
Apply To : Director General
Full Address : Sugar Board of Tanzania, P.O. Box 4355, Dar es Salaam
Closing Date : 28/Sep/2009
Forest Officer/Assistant Forest Officer
Job Title : Forest Officer/Assistant Forest Officer
Source : Daily News, September 15, 2009
Requirements : B Sc degree or diploma with a bias in forestry or equivalent
Job Description :Incharge of cutting and selection of timber
Apply To : The Managing Director
Full Address : Maridadi Timberwork Limited, P.O. Box 70477, Dar es Salaam
Email Applications: [email protected]
Closing Date : 23/Sep/2009
Director General
Job Title : Director General
Source : The Guardian, September 15, 2009
Requirements : Graduate of recognized University in one of the following fields: Management, Aeronautics, Law, Economics, Finance or Engineering
Job Description :To coordinate the implementation of the Authority's mandate
Apply To : Permanent Secretary
Full Address : Ministry of Infrastructure Development, P.O. Box 9144, Dar es Salaam
Closing Date : 2/Oct/2009
Cost Accountant (Land)
Job Title : Cost Accountant (Land)
Source : The Guardian, September 15, 2009
Requirements : Degree in Finance/Accounting or its equivalent
Job Description :Overseeing the land acquisition process
Full Address : Bulyanhulu Gold Mine
Email Applications: [email protected]
Closing Date : 24/Sep/2009
Human Resources Officer - 2 Posts
Job Title : Human Resources Officer - 2 Posts
Source : The Guardian, September 15, 2009
Requirements : Degree in social sciences, prferably in human resources, public administration, business or commerce
Job Description :Employee recruitment, induction and placement, Administration of workmen's compensation, the medical scheme and other benefits
Full Address : Bulyanhulu Gold Mine
Email Applications: [email protected]
Closing Date : 24/Sep/2009
Cost Accountant
Job Title : Cost Accountant
Source : The Guardian, September 15, 2009
Requirements : Degree in Finance/Accounting or its equivalent
Job Description :Ownership of the budget/forecast, tracking of actual against budget and reporting on variances
Full Address : Bulyanhulu Gold Mine
Email Applications: [email protected]
Closing Date : 24/Sep/2009
Project Officer - Dar es Salaam - 2 Posts
Job Title : Project Officer - Dar es Salaam - 2 Posts
Source : The Guardian, September 15, 2009
Requirements : Masters degree in political science, development studies or relevant field coupled with five years of diversified and progressively responsible professional experience related to project implementation and management, civl society, community outreach and/or training
Job Description :Assist with and support the day to day implementation and management of ESP components, activities, events and meeting
Apply To : Development Support Services Unit
Full Address : UNDP, P.O. Box 9182, Dar es Salaam
Email Applications: [email protected]
Closing Date : 30/Sep/2009
Project Officer - Zanzibar
Job Title : Project Officer - Zanzibar
Source : The Guardian, September 15, 2009
Requirements : Masters degree in political science, development studies or relevant field coupled with five years of diversified and progressively responsible professional experience related to project implementation and management, civl society, community outreach and/or training
Job Description :Assist with and support the day to day implementation and management of ESP components, activities, events and meeting
Apply To : Development Support Services Unit
Full Address : UNDP, P.O. Box 9182, Dar es Salaam
Email Applications: [email protected]
Closing Date : 30/Sep/2009
Personal Assistant to the Managing Director
Job Title : Personal Assistant to the Managing Director
Source : Daily News, September 15, 2009
Requirements : Univesity degree prefarably with an bias in public relations or equivalent
Job Description :In charge of external affairs section of the company
Apply To : The Managing Director
Full Address : Maridadi Timberwork Limited, P.O. Box 70477, Dar es Salaam
Email Applications: [email protected]
Closing Date : 23/Sep/2009
Sales and Marketing Manager
Job Title : Sales and Marketing Manager
Source : Daily News, September 15, 2009
Requirements : B Com degree with a bias in marketing or equivalent degree
Job Description :Managing the sales force
Apply To : The Managing Director
Full Address : Maridadi Timberwork Limited, P.O. Box 70477, Dar es Salaam
Email Applications: [email protected]
Closing Date : 23/Sep/2009
Maintenance Engineer
Job Title : Maintenance Engineer
Source : Daily News, September 15, 2009
Requirements : Degree or diploma in mechanical or electrical engineering
Job Description :Incharge of electrical and mechanical matters of the Company
Apply To : The Managing Director
Full Address : Maridadi Timberwork Limited, P.O. Box 70477, Dar es Salaam
Email Applications: [email protected]
Closing Date : 23/Sep/2009
Coffee Agronomy Field Advisor - 2 Posts
Job Title : Coffee Agronomy Field Advisor - 2 Posts
Source : The Guardian, September 15, 2009
Requirements : Degree in Agronomy or Agricultural Science (with 3 years experience) Diploma in Agronomy (with 5 years experience) in similar position
Job Description :To advise and train farmers on best agronomy practices in order to improve coffee yields and quality
Apply To : Tanzania HR Manager
Full Address : Technoserve, P.O. Box 78375, Dar es Salaam
Email Applications: [email protected]
Closing Date : 30/Sep/2009
Senior Field Advisor Coffee/Wet-Mills - 2 Posts
Job Title : Senior Field Advisor Coffee/Wet-Mills - 2 Posts
Source : The Guardian, September 15, 2009
Requirements : Preferably Graduate in Agricultural Economics with minimum of 5 years working experience in similar position or diploma in agriculture with at least 10 years experience preferably in coffee industry
Job Description :Lead weekly reports discussions with each Field Advisors designated as a direct report in order to identify issues and plan for the weeks activities
Apply To : Tanzania HR Manager
Full Address : Technoserve, P.O. Box 78375, Dar es Salaam
Email Applications: [email protected]
Closing Date : 30/Sep/2009
Field Advisor Coffee/Wet-Mills - 5 Posts
Job Title : Field Advisor Coffee/Wet-Mills - 5 Posts
Source : The Guardian, September 15, 2009
Requirements : Preferably graduate in Agricultural Economics or related field (minimum 3 years working experience) or diploma in agriculture with 5 years experience preferably in coffee industry
Job Description :Identify entrepreneurs cooperative formation/strengthening who have the potential to profitably operate a wet mill and who are willing to invest in the purchase cost
Apply To : Tanzania HR Manager
Full Address : Technoserve, P.O. Box 78375, Dar es Salaam
Email Applications: [email protected]
Closing Date : 30/Sep/2009
Archive and Record Keeping Officer
Job Title : Archive and Record Keeping Officer
Source : The Guardian, September 15, 2009
Requirements : A diploma or degree specializing in librarianship or records management from a reputable training institute
Job Description :Responsible for paper records management at the Bank
Apply To : The Managing Director
Full Address : Akiba Commercial Bank Limited, P.O. Box 669, Dar es Salaam
Closing Date : 23/Sep/2009
Company Secretary
Job Title : Company Secretary
Source : The Guardian, September 15, 2009
Requirements : A good University degree in Law (LLB)
Job Description :Head the legal department of the Bank
Apply To : The Managing Director
Full Address : Akiba Commercial Bank Limited, P.O. Box 669, Dar es Salaam
Closing Date : 23/Sep/2009
HIV Program Coordinator
The American Refugee Committee International (ARC) works for the survival, health, and well-being of refugees, displaced persons, and those at risk, and seeks to enable them to rebuild productive lives of dignity and purpose, striving always to respect the values of those served.
ARC is an international nonprofit, nonsectarian organization that has provided multisectoral humanitarian assistance and training to millions of beneficiaries for 30 years.
Closing date: 13 Oct 2009
Location: Uganda - Gulu
DATE: August 13, 2009
HQ DEPARTMENT or COUNTRY PROGRAM: Uganda
RESPONSIBLE TO: Senior GBV/HIV Program Coordinator
STATUS (Full time, Part time, Temporary): Full Time SUPERVISORY CAPACITY: HIV Program Staff – approximately 18 national staff
DEPARTMENT/COUNTRY PROGRAM DESCRIPTION/MISSION
Our Vision
-A Uganda where challenges to living life with dignity and self-sufficiency are overcome and people are enabled to live healthy and productive lives.Our Mission
- We will build individual and collective capacity to overcome the obstacles of displacement and develop sustainable livelihoods while supporting access to services when people can not meet their basic needs.
The American Refugee Committee is implementing a 3-year PEPFAR-funded HIV program in Gulu, Amuru and Pader districts in North Uganda.
The HIV team consists of approximately 18 staff operating in several sub-counties in the 3 districts with activities for response and prevention to HIV as well as capacity building with local organisations.
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The HIV Program Coordinator is the focal manager of a sizable multi-year program and will oversee and ensure high quality program implementation.
She/he will be responsible for overall quality, effectiveness and timeliness of the program outputs and outcomes while ensuring strategic priorities are pursued.
PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Management, Development, Monitoring and Evaluation- Supervise and ensure the timely execution of all HIV program activities:
Work with ARC’s existing partners and organise the selection of additional partners
Develop and supervise the execution of capacity-building strategies for all partners
Develop and execute, in collaboration with partners, an effective BCC strategy
Monitor quality of services in the mobile VCT services and set up additional sites when needed
Oversee development of a home-based care partners network, and the implementation of common approaches and best practices within that network
Oversee quality training of TBAs and Midwives on PMTCT referral and development of a referral network
Oversee quality training of health workers on STI/OI treatment and referral
Progressively hand over all project activities to partners
- Develop and manage a technically sound program work plan, consistent with the goals and objectives of the program
- Working with the Deputy HIV Program Coordinator, coordinate with ARC’s operational departments (logistics, administration/HR, and finance) to ensure adequate operational support to the project
- Working with the Deputy HIV Program Coordinator, collect and analyze relevant data for internal monthly project reports; prepare quarterly and annual donor reports
- Working with the Deputy HIV Program Coordinator, develop data collection tools and organise assessments; ensure use of comprehensive M&E tools
- With the HQ Health Technical Advisors, provide technical oversight, accountability and ensure timely implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of all relevant HIV activities at the field level- Provide ongoing leadership, training, and guidance to staff and volunteers to ensure HIV programming meets best practice standards
- Lead the HIV team through a process for sector strategy planning
- Participate in country-wide strategy planning process
- Apply technical knowledge to ensure use of appropriate project strategies
- Ensure that the project timeline is respected and that output targets are achieved
- Prioritize operational security and ensure that program staff observe proper security precautions- Other areas of responsibility as assigned by the Sr. GBV/HIV Program Coordinator
Financial Management
- Manage multi-grant budgets in order to maintain program expenditure within budget parameters
- Develop and utilise financial planning tools such as spending plans, procurement plans, work plans based on activities and budgets
- Develop budget estimates and anticipated costs based on programmatic priorities and activities
- Provide monitoring to ensure all financial procedures associated with the program adhere to the ARC financial procedures and meet donor requirements
- Ensure that all internal and external financial reporting requirements are high quality and met on time
Human Resource Management
- Recruit project staff, as needed
- Train, monitor, and provide intensive supervision of program managers
- Facilitate and lead trainings and discussion groups with staff and community members
- Develop staff capacity building plans in coordination with staff
- Provide leadership and support to ensure staff well-being
- Provide objective feedback to staff during performance evaluations as per staff performance objectives Coordination & Advocacy
- Attend program working group meetings
- Liaise with external partners, notably District government officials, donors, community leaders, other NGOs and other stakeholders
- Represent ARC in relevant functions at district and national level, attend NGO and donor meetings- Maintain an open dialogue with all relevant sectoral and inter-agency actors operating within the sites of operation; maintaining constructive relationships with key local government officials
- Provide internal advocacy to address gaps regarding resources and internal structures, in order to accomplish the planned activities.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with all stakeholders
- Ensure that information from the coordination meetings is shared, as appropriate 60%
EDUCATION, TECHNICAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED - 4-5 years experience managing HIV programming including thorough familiarity with the following technical areas:
HIV Counseling and Testing
Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission
Behavior Change Communication
Home-based Care- Experience with capacity-building initiatives for national NGOs and CBOs- Experience planning/collaborating with government institutions an advantage
- Experience administering a USAID grant an advantage
- Ability to build positive relationships with donors, government officials and other stakeholders
- Past work experience in developing countries; experience in Uganda or East Africa preferred
- Willingness to make a multi-year commitment strongly preferred
- Ability to work in a multi-cultural work setting, post-conflict/transitional environment with limited resources and infrastructure
- MPH or similar graduate degree or experience
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Strong experience managing staff
- Budget management experience
- Proven report writing skills- Strong computer skills; word processing and excel spreadsheets
- Fluency in English
KEY BEHAVIORS & ABILITIES
- Creative- Collaborative
- Ability to multi-task and work under pressure
- Ability to make good decisions, has good judgment
How to applyPlease apply online at http://www.arcrelief.org
Country Director, Tanzania
International NGO
Closing date: 25 Sep 2009
Location: United Republic of Tanzania - Dar-es-Salaam
Salary – £ 39,230 per annum plus benefits on international terms and conditionsActionAid International is looking for a committed and inspirational leader to strengthen our work with poor and excluded people and communities so as to advance their rights, entitlements, and social justice.
ActionAid International works in partnership with governments, Non-governmental Organisations (NGOs), Community Based Organisations (CBOs), across the world, in Country Programmes aimed at fighting poverty, injustice and exclusion as well as supporting poor and excluded people in the struggle to demand and claim their rights. ActionAid’s work is focused around six core thematic areas:
1) Women’s Rights,
2) The Rights to Education’
3) The Right to Food’
4) The Right to Just and Democratic Governance,
5) The Right to Human Security in Conflict and Emergencies’
6)The candidate must have a proven track record in leading and managing development organisations and development programs and have experience of either being part of social movements or being an active member of the civil society.
S/He will adopt empowering management practices to expand and deepen our partnerships, programmes and accountability in Tanzania.
Actively committed to gender equity, the Country Director will be value driven and a team player possessing high level of people related skills as well as strong financial management and control skills.
S/He will have the perspectives and competencies for rights-based programme and policy advocacy work; fundraising and donor relations; regional and international linkages and a sound basis of organizational development.
Courage of conviction in taking public stands against issues of injustice and an experience of dealing with governance issues would be an asset.
This is a senior position based in Dar-es- Salaam with frequent travel to the field and internationally.
The candidate must have excellent communication skills in the English and Kiswahili languages.
How to apply
To apply submit your curriculum vitae with a motivation letter to [email protected]
Closing date: 25th September 2009. While we value all applications, we can only respond to short listed candidates.
Whilst all applicants will be assessed strictly on their individual merits, qualified women are especially encouraged to apply.
Education Programme Coordinator
Education Programme Coordinator
Amani Children's Home
Amani Children’s Home is a nationally registered NGO based in Moshi, Tanzania.
Amani is committed to reduce the number of children living on the streets in northern Tanzania by providing a safe place for homeless children to heal, grow, and learn, and when possible uniting them with safe and healthy homes. Amani is seeking Tanzanian applicants for the following full-time position:
Closing date: 01 Oct 2009
Location: United Republic of Tanzania - Moshi
Position Description: This role requires a highly motivated, professional individual dedicated to children’s rights and the ongoing development of Amani’s programs and services.
The Education Coordinator will lead a dynamic team of teachers dedicated to the education of vulnerable children.
S/he will continue the development of an innovative curriculum for the children in Amani’s in-house MEMKWA programme as well as monitor the progress of over 200 children in the community whose education is supported by Amani.
S/he will ensure that the education of each child supported by Amani is prioritized in their care and follow-up and that consideration is given to each child’s individual needs, interests, and abilities.
S/he will be responsible for actively catalyzing the professional development of each staff member on the Education team.
The Education Coordinator will put the Strategic Plan into action through creating and monitoring strategic targets and action plans with the Education staff, using participatory leadership.
This person will lead Amani as one of the members of the Management Team, develop and manage the Education Programme budget, and supervise the Education staff team.
Key Responsibilities:
1. To carry out Amani’s vision on child development in its programs through developing and implementing effective policies and stimulating reflection and learning for other staff members.
2. To develop, implement and supervise the Amani MEMKWA Program.
3. To work closely together with Amani’s Social Workers to ensure that high-quality and timely educational support is given to all children in the community supported academically by Amani.
4. To supervise the activities of the Education team staff members, ensuring the professional growth and development of each member as well as the effective and cooperative functioning of the group as a whole. This includes monthly performance report discussions with each staff member, job mentoring, and facilitating team meetings.
5. To continuously monitor the situation on the ground and actively meet the educational needs of all children supported by Amani (Formal School, MEMKWA, VTC and Secondary School).
6. To manage the Education budget and supplies.
The ES Coordinator is ultimately responsible for finances and administration of the ES Department and supervises that colleagues are using funds in line with Amani’s financial policies.
7. To keep complete and accurate records of students’ progress.
To write detailed and thoughtful reports for Trustees and donors.
8. To work alongside of a child’s counselling leader to identify and address developmental issues and to achieve the progress goals created with the child.
9. Work in close collaboration with the others on the management team to ensure that Amani’s programs and activities are being continually developed to advance its mission and vision, and to advocate for the best interests of the individual children in Amani’s care.
Qualifications:- Bachelors degree or higher, preferably in the field of education
-At least three years of management experience working in a professional NGO environment.
- Minimum of four years of classroom experience teaching children and youth.
- Comprehensive understanding of current debates concerning education in Tanzania, the national, regional, and global context and how children’s vulnerability affects their needs and performance academically.
- Demonstrable experience in team management and training.
- Experience in monitoring and evaluation and strategic planning
- Project planning and management experience
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to coordinate and strategise both independently and as part of a collective decision-making process- Observant, creative, and initiative-taking
- Ability to monitor spending strictly and follow a budget
- Excellent writing, editing, presentation, and research skills.
- Open for self-evaluations and to be active in improving own skills
Fluency in English and Swahili (written and spoken)- Tanzanian citizen
How to apply
Position begins in January 2010.
All posts are contractual, starting with a three-month probation period and renewable depending on performance. Salary commensurate with Amani’s salary scale.
Qualified Tanzanians are invited to submit a cover letter, CV, copies of diplomas, professional references as well as salary requirements to: [email protected] or by mail to: Human Resource Coordinator, Amani Children’s Home, P.O. Box 6515, Moshi.
Qualified women are encouraged to apply.
Closing date for the application is 1.10.2009.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
With questions contact: [email protected] or +255 784 277 543. Please visit our website at www.amanikids.org.
Associate Director, ROADS Program
Family Health International (FHI)
Closing date: 09 Oct 2009
Location: United Republic of Tanzania
Family Health International (FHI) is dedicated to improving lives, knowledge, and understanding worldwide through a highly diversified program of research, education, and services in HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment, reproductive health, and infectious diseases.
We are seeking qualified candidates for the following position based in our office in Tanzania: Associate Director, ROADS Program (Tanzania)
Position Description:The Associate Director, ROADS Program, will be responsible for managing HIV/AIDS programming in Tanzania under the international donor-funded ROADS Project.
Acts as liaison with relevant private and public agencies, organizations regarding Tanzania programs and activities.
Manages the development of country plans, periodic review and revision.
Manages the design of subproject activities and ensures appropriate monitoring of subprojects to achieve financial, administrative and programmatic goals.
Minimum Requirements:BS/BA in public health or related field, and 7 - 9 years relevant experience with large international development programs; OR MS/MA in public health or related field, and 5 - 7 years relevant experience with large international development programs. Req. ID: IN0969
How to apply
FHI has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through the Employment at FHI section at www.fhi.org/en/AboutFHI/Employment/index.htm Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements.
Please specify source in your application. AA/EOE/M/F/V/D
Finance and Administration Manager
Finance and Administration Manager
BBC World Service Trust (BBC)
The BBC World Service Trust uses media and communications to reduce poverty and promote human rights in developing countries.
To achieve this, the Trust partners with civil society, local media and governments to:
Closing date: 18 Sep 2009
Location: United Republic of Tanzania - Dar es Salaam
JOB PROFILE
Job Title: Finance and Administration Manager
Place of Work: Dar es Salaam
Contract Length: One year contract with possible extension
Reports to: Country DirectorReporting to position: Finance Assistant
(1)Job Purpose
The Finance and Administration Manager will be responsible for the overall set up and management of finance, procurement, HR and administration systems.
S/he will ensure that cash-management systems, policies and procedures are set up in accordance with BBC World Service and maintain compliance with grants, contracts and cooperative agreements.
Key Accountabilities
- Maintain the financial integrity of the Trust’s operations in Tanzania, and ensuring full compliance with policies and procedures, particularly around cash, advances, banking and assets.
- Safeguarding the assets of the Trusts operations in Tanzania, including the maintenance of the fixed asset register.
- Ensuring a fair selection of quality vendors and service providers, and fairness and transparency in the awarding of all contracts.
- Accurate recording of all income and expenditure.
Responsible for maintaining the in-country financial system.
- Budgeting of the Trust’s projects in Tanzania, with such forecasting and budget revisions as required by the Country Director or the London finance team.
- Ensuring compliance with all financial reporting and forecasting requirements of donors and others, and ensuring the smooth flow of funds from donors.
- Providing financial guidance to senior management and project staff
- Training and developing other finance and project staff in policies, procedures and other finance issues as appropriate.
- Acting as a member of the Country Management Team
- Ensuring full compliance with Tanzanian law and regulations
- Overseeing HR processes and procedures, including contract terms, for all locally recruited staffPerson specification
Essential:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or recognized international accounting designation
- Fluency in English- Minimum of 3 years' experience in working with international donors and a working knowledge of donor compliance for the major donors.
- Good interpersonal skills to establish effective working relationships with financial and non-financial managers within the Trust.
- Able to communicate effectively at all levels within the organisation
- Proven experience in managing HR and administrative functions
- Willingness and ability to take the initiative not only to identify problems but also in suggesting and mplementing solutions.
- Appropriate work permission in place for Tanzania (citizenship or valid work visa).
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS NOT AN INTERNATIONAL POSTING.
Desirable:- Excellent IT skills with experience of operating computer-based financial management systems.
Competent to advanced level in Microsoft Excel.
How to apply
Apply in English.
Send CV and covering letter,
specifying the Job Title,
by 18 September 2009 [email protected] or by mail to:BBC World Service Trust, Attn: Recruitment for Tanzania Finance Manager, Bush House
Room 301Aldwych,
StrandLondon WC2B 4PHby
fax : +44(0) 207 379 1622
Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor/Technical Specialist
Closing date: 30 Sep 2009
Location: United Republic of Tanzania
The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Advisor is an integral part of a team that will strengthen district level local government authorities’ (LGAs) capacity and ability to manage quality health, HIV/AIDS, and OVC programs in Tanzania.
This new PEPFAR funded project will focus on developing a comprehensive approach to supporting the LGAs, which will include expanding the skills at the district (council) level to manage funds, monitor results and prioritize programs.
A large portion of the project is focused on effective program monitoring with regards to capacity-building and improving district-level health outcomes.
The M&E Advisor will examine the use of data for decision-making, evaluate capacity-building project results and identify effective development of financial management systems to improve district-level health outcomes.
The M&E Advisor will be responsible for developing and executing an M&E plan, in consultation with other staff members, the Tanzanian Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (MOHSW), and USAID/Tanzania. *This position is contingent on successful award of a proposal.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
- Oversee collection, analysis, and reporting of baseline M&E data and ongoing M&E data collection, analysis and reporting according to project M&E plan.
- Prepare and ensure timely submission of project performance monitoring plans, including developing and defining program indicators and sources of data, as well as contributing to annual work plans, quarterly and annual reports and other project documents.
- Assist in the selection of pilot districts and districts for future scale-up during the life of the project.
- Provide technical assistance to district teams in the use of existing information systems for decision-making and program improvement.
- Provide technical assistance and capacity building pertaining to M&E as necessary, including to members of the district teams.
- Participate in the plan for dissemination and lessons learned and present results of program achievements and outputs in written reports and at conferences and meetings.
Skills:
- Master’s Degree with 10 years of experience, or PhD with 4-6 years of experience in public health or related field.
- 5 years of relevant professional experience in designing and implementing M&E activities and special studies for complex health systems strengthening and/or service delivery programs.
- Demonstrated expertise in both quantitative and qualitative research methods; firm command of M&E issues with respect to improvements in service delivery.
- Experience supervising monitoring efforts.
- Experience with monitoring progress in financing, accounting, planning, budgeting and auditing is an asset.
- Completing M&E work on the district-level in Tanzania is strongly preferred.
- Demonstrable analytical skills to measure the health impact of the project’s activities.
- Strong writing and organizational skills for monitoring and reporting on program and study results.
- Experience with capacity building.
- Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills, initiative, and good judgment.
- Ability to anticipate and solve problems.
- Ability to independently plan and execute complex tasks while addressing daily management details and remaining organized and focused on long-term deadlines and strategy.
How to applyPlease email CV and cover letter to: [email protected]
Senior Technical Advisor-Planning and Coordination/Technical Specialist
Senior Technical Advisor-Planning and Coordination/Technical Specialist
Abt Associates Inc.
Closing date: 30 Sep 2009
Location: United Republic of Tanzania
The Senior Technical Advisor
- Planning and Coordination will be tasked with increasing and extending the administrative, managerial, and operational capacity of district health systems in Tanzania.
The Senior Technical Advisor will assess current managerial and operational efficiencies at the district level, particularly with regards to Local Government Authorities including District Council Health Management Teams.
The Senior Technical Advisor will consider specific issues concerning health system efficiency and staffing in each district, and tailor exclusive institutional capacity improvements for each district to improve managerial and operational decisions that advance health outcomes.
The Senior Technical Advisor may also work with Local Government Authorities to better their planning, budgeting, and monitoring and evaluation skill-sets, in regards to health programming.
The Senior Technical Advisor will be required to coordinate and work with a diverse group of organizations, including the Tanzanian Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (MOHSW), district health staff, several international and national development partner organizations, and the USAID mission in order to complete their work.
The Senior Technical Advisor will report to project’s Country Director, and may be asked to represent the project when the Country Director is absent. *This position is contingent on successful award of a proposal.
Skills:
- Master Degree (with 10 years of experience) or PhD (4-6 years of experience) in health management, health systems, business administration, public health or a related field.
- Experience with decentralization, performance improvement approaches and performance based financing is an asset.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated project management and leadership capabilities are required, as are the abilities to lead multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams.
- Experience working for the Tanzanian government, with regards to capacity building is a strong advantage.
- Previous work experience in Tanzania is required.
- Familiarity and knowledge of working with USAID and PEPFAR partner organizations (both national and international) is strongly encouraged- Fluency in English is required
-Knowledge of and experience with Swahili is a definite advantage.
How to apply
Please email CV and cover letter to: [email protected]
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Jobs: Principal Programme Assistant
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Jobs: Principal Programme Assistant
The UNDP Kenya Country Office, on behalf of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the position of Principal Programme Assistant.
Vacancy No. 2009-09-002
Post Title: Principal Programme Assistant
Type of Appointment: Service Contract Band 3 Recruitment type: Service Contract Location/Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Duration of Assignment: 1 year with a possibility of extension
Starting Date: October 2009
Direct Supervisor: International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Regional Coordinator for the East and Southern Africa Sub-region and overall direction of the Head, Africa (Anglophone) Section, Technical Co-operation Division
Position SummaryUnder the immediate supervision of the IMO Regional Coordinator for the East and Southern Africa Sub-region and the overall direction of the Head, Africa (Anglophone) Section, Technical Co-operation Division, the incumbent will provide continuing support and backstopping of technical co-operation activities and programmes implemented by the Regional Coordinator, including all relevant monitoring and evaluation activities.
Qualifications and Experience
Academic Qualifications
Relevant University Degree or equivalent, preferably in the field of maritime studies, social sciences or a degree in any other relevant field; but is not a requirement.
Experience
At least five years' experience in the UN system with some experience in project implementation, monitoring and /or support of programme activities.
Terms of Service
Incumbents to these positions shall be entitled to an attractive remuneration package commensurate with their qualifications and experience, which will be negotiated with the successful applicants.
This is a non-staff contract under the Service Contract modality of hiring of the UNDP.
Individuals engaged under a SC serve in their individual capacity and not as representatives of a government institution, corporative body or other authority external to UNDP.
Therefore the incumbents shall not be considered as staff of UNDP, the UN system or the Government and therefore are not entitled to any diplomatic privileges, or to any other special status or conditions.Application procedure
Interested and qualified persons may apply on the new UNDP Kenya eRecruitment website at http://www. ke.undp.org on or before 28th September 2009.
Select "eRecruitment" from the "Operations" menu to access the eRecruitment Portal.Applications received via other means will not be accepted.
Additional Considerations
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
Acknowledgments will be sent only to applicants who strictly meet the requirements of the positions.
British High Commission, Nairobi Jobs: Communications Support Officer
There is an immediate vacancy for a Communications Support Officer grade LE III at the British High Commission.
The successful candidate’s primary role will be to provide smooth administrative and research support to the Communications team, including management of resources and information services and website maintenance, to help ensure the delivery of effective communications, public diplomacy and media work for the British High Commission, including DFID and other key partners.The main elements of the job include:
Monitoring media coverage of key issues of UK interest.
Acting as first point of contact for public enquiries and managing the enquiry system.
Managing production and distribution of public material including adverts and press releases to internal and external customers.
Supporting the Post webmaster in developing and maintaining the website, including the High Commissioner’s blog, through regular updates and website moderation.
Supporting lead officers in daily proactive press work such as organising press events and handling media enquiries.
Provide administrative support on wider public diplomacy material, budgets and maintaining section records and archive material.
The candidate should ideally be a University Graduate and must possess strong administrative, oral and written communication and customer service skills.
S/he should be highly organised, able to take initiative and to work accurately to deadlines.
Given the nature of work, the candidate will be expected to be a good team worker, able to work under pressure and have a flexible approach to working hours and duties.
The candidate must demonstrate an interest in the media and current affairs and will need a good working knowledge of ICT packages, including the internet, and audio/visual equipment. S/he should speak English and Swahili fluently.
The position is graded at LE IIIB for which the current salary scale starts at Ksh 112,382/- per month before deduction of tax.
Where the jobholder is not liable to Kenyan tax the scale will be abated under HM Treasury rules and starts at Ksh 84,795/- per month to take account of the tax they would have paid.The British High Commission is an equal opportunities employer.
Recruitment and staff management is conducted without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability or HIV status provided candidates are able to meet the requirements of the position advertised.
The British High Commission does not appoint any agents to process job applications or arrange interviews and expects no fees to be paid to anyone.
Applications should be made in the applicant’s own handwriting and enclosing a full CV, in a sealed envelope addressed to:
Management Assistant – Personnel“Communications Support Officer”
- VacancyBritish High Commission
PO Box 30465, 00100
Upper Hill Road
Nairobi
Applications should be received on or before 23 September 2009
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for interview.
Project Scale-Up Coordinator/Technical Specialist
Closing date: 30 Sep 2009
Location: United Republic of Tanzania
The District Scale-up Coordinator is an integral part of a team that will strengthen Tanzanian district level local government authorities' (LGAs) to manage quality health, HIV/AIDS, and OVC programs.
This new PEPFAR funded project will focus on developing a comprehensive approach to supporting the LGAs, by expanding district level skills to manage funds, monitor results and prioritize programs.
A large portion of the project is focused on effective program monitoring, the use of data for decision-making, evaluating results and the effective utilization of financial management systems.
The District Scale-up Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating the capacity building efforts in the initial pilot districts during the first year, and will lead the effort to scale-up interventions throughout Tanzania during subsequent years. *This position is contingent on successful award of a proposal.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
- Work directly with Tanzanian LGAs at the district level to assess barriers which undermine district-level performance, and identify interventions to be implemented to improve capacity and achieve quality health results at the district level.
- Provide day to day support to the pilot districts by maintaining relations with the Council Health Management Teams and other LGAs.
- Coordinate with the Tanzanian Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (MOHSW) and the PMORALG to ensure government ownership and leadership in the selected pilot districts.
- Coordinate capacity building efforts of the project in the pilot districts.
- Coordinate with other partners/donors in selected districts.
- Assist the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Advisor in the monitoring of the project, through baseline collection of data, monitoring of results and use of data for decision-making.
- Participate in the plan for dissemination and lessons learned and present results of program achievements and outputs in written reports and at conferences and meetings.
Skills Required:
- Master's Degree with 10 years of experience, or PhD with 4-6 years of experience in public health or related field.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in managing donor-funded projects at national and international levels.
- Experience building capacity at the district level (specifically in Tanzania)with innovative capacity building approaches.
- Ability to liaise with LGAs to coordinate capacity building efforts.
- Willingness to travel (50% of work-time) to districts throughout Tanzania
- Strong writing and organizational skills for monitoring and reporting on program and study results.
- Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills, initiative, and good judgment.
- Ability to anticipate and solve problems.
- Ability to independently plan and execute complex tasks while addressing daily management details and remaining organized and focused on long-term deadlines and strategy.
How to apply
Please email cover letter and CV to: [email protected]
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