Job Title : IT Assistant
Source : Sao Hill Industries Ltd
Requirements : The successful candidate must meet the following minimum qualifications: 1. Possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; 2. Have 2-3 years of relevant experience providing all-round technical support to users; 3. Have knowledge and experience with LAN/WAN, Windows Servers Environment, Microsoft Sal Server and IT Security; 4. Have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; 5. Be a self-starter who can work well with all levels of the company's team. The candidate must possess strong analytical, interpersonal, communication and coaching skills and have the ability to work with minimal supervision in a team environment; 6. Have thorough knowledge of Windows/MS Office; and 7. Knowledge base of an Accounting Package will be an added advantage.
Job Description :1. Support and assist the daily operations of the company's IT operations to maximize asset utilization; 2. Provide timely support and training to company's staff; 3. Troubleshoot end user hardware and software issues; 4. Perform installations, repairs and preventive maintenance on staff computers; 5. Monitor backup procedures and perform occasional recoveries to ensure backup integrity; 6. Perform light administrative duties on network servers, mail servers and applications servers as instructed by the IT Manager; 7. Diagnose network and system problems as well as react to failures and errors to maintain system integrity and performance; and 8. Any other duties as may be assigned by the Managing Director, General Manager or IT Manager
Apply To : The Human Resources Office
Full Address : The Human Resources Office Sao Hill Industries Ltd P.O. Box 55 Mafinga, Tanzania
Closing Date : 23/Mar/2012
Job Title : Senior Legal Officer II
Source : Mkwawa University College of Education
Requirements : Holder of L.L.M degree with not less than 4 yrs relevant working experience in similar position
Job Description :
Apply To : Deputy Principal (Administration)
Full Address : Deputy Principal (Administration) Mkwawa University College of Education P O BOX 2513 Iringa, Tanzania
Closing Date : 30/Mar/2012
Job Title : Finance cum Administration Officer
Source : Daily News, March 16, 2012
Requirements : University Degree in Accountancy will be an added advantage
Job Description :Ensure that financial management at HAFOTA is in accordance with the legal requirements, highest ethical standards, internationally regognized accounting practices and the Administration Policies and the Regulation
Apply To : The Chairperson
Full Address : Habitat Forum Tanzania, P.O. Box 79648, Dar es Salaam
Email Applications: hafota@yahoo.com
Closing Date : 30/Mar/2012
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Call Centre Agents Precision Air
Precision Air is a fast growing private Tanzanian airline which operates in partnership with
Kenya Airways with plans to expand wings beyond East Africa.
In order to keep our services at a higher level and meet our customers’ maximum satisfaction,
Suitably qualified candidates are invited to fill the vacant positions available in our
organization as follows:
Report To: Call Centre Supervisor
Responsibilities
You will be reporting to call centre supervisor. Precision Air Services PLC Please take note of
Your Responsibilities
Role Purpose
To provide efficient and effective customer focused Passenger Ticket Sales & Reservation
Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities
· Make ticket reservations, confirmations, reconfirmations and seat selection for clients on
PW flights in compliance with the carrier policies, procedures and customer expectations.
· To give fare quotes to all PW clients including group quotations and bookings.
· To ensure daily sales reports and sales dispatches are submitted in accordance to company procedures
· Give clients flight details and information and details.
· Handle and issue E- tickets on behalf of the company and accordance to company procedures.
· Handle flight disruptions, advising clients, reissue and revalidate electronic tickets
· Handle telephone & email enquiries as regards travel information.
· To protect and enhance revenue collection to meet carriers expectations and customer expectations
· Any other duties as may be assigned by your supervisor
Key Performance Indicators
· Meets the set passenger ticket sales targets
· 100% accuracy in fare quotation and collection of monies.
· Telephone answered within 3 rings
· Response to emails within working
Competencies
· Integrity
· Team player
· Proactive/ result oriented
· Pleasant & presentable
· Communication / interpersonal skills
· Resilient
· Self motivated
· Customer Service in Airline environment
Knowledge, Skills, Experience
· IATA/UFTAA Foundation/consultants diploma
· Certification in relevant computer application
· Experience in delivering service in demanding consumer environment
· Fluency in appropriate foreign languages an added advantage
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit their expression of interest including curriculum vitae and supporting statement to
The Director of Human Resource and Administration,
Precision Air Services Limited,
Mail Box 70770
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania.
Director of Human Resource and Administration
Our client, the Trustees of Tanzania National Parks (TANAPA) established under the National Parks Act, Cap. 282 of the 2002 Revised Edition of the Laws of Tanzania is responsible for managing and regulating the use of areas designated as National Parks so as to preserve the country’s heritage, encompassing natural and cultural resources. Currently TANAPA manages fifteen (15) national Parks which are scattered all over the country.
TANAPA is seeking to recruit a dynamic, strategic, experienced and qualified Tanzanian with strong credentials to fill the position of Director of Human Resource and Administration. The incumbent will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and ensuring that Human Resources and Administration strategies, policies, processes and procedures are in line with the TANAPA vision and are being implemented effectively.
TANAPA is inviting all interested and qualifying individuals who are transparent with outstanding work ethics and integrity to apply for the position.
Position Summary
To manage the development and implementation of effective human capital strategies, policies and practices to ensure that TANAPA has motivated, committed, engaged and highly competent employees to achieve its set objectives.
Reporting to the Director General Key responsibilities will include;
• Coordinating and advising the Director General on all administrative and human resources management matters;
• Reviewing and implementing human resources administrative policies, procedures, systems and practices;
• Providing leadership in developing and implementing strategic human resource and administrative plans;
• Developing appropriate employee disciplinary grievances procedures to encourage harmonious industrial relations in the workplace;
• Conducting performance appraisals and ensuring effective implementation of performance appraisal of all staff in the organization;
• Managing all human resources services including; staff welfare, estates, logistics and support services;
• Overseeing the preparation of the directorate’s budget and action plans;
• Formulating, implementing, and evaluating training and development programmes of all staff in the organization; and
• Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the management from time to time.
Key Qualifications and Experience;
• Master’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business I Public Administration (Human Resources Management Option) or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business / Public Administration (Human Resources Management Option) or equivalent qualifications from a recognised institution
• Ten (10) years of working experience with large organizations, five (5) of which should be at managerial position in Human Resources Management or Administration;
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills with ability to develop team work;
• Must be computer literate.
How to Apply
If you believe you are the right candidate for this position, kindly submit your application with a detailed CV, photocopies of academic certificates and testimonials, names of three referees with their contacts, and state your current position, remuneration, email and telephone contacts, quoting reference numberTNP-DHRA/03/12 on both the application letter and envelope. For electronic applications please quote the job reference number on the subject of your email and send to esd-tanapa@deloitte.co.tz or by post to
The Director
Executive Selection Division
Deloitte & Touche
10th Floor, PPF Towers
Corner of Ohio & Garden Avenue
P. O. Box 1559
Dar Es Salaam
Superintendent Geology
Tanzania-Shinyanga Region-Buzwagi Gold Mine
Job Posting:Mar 6, 2012-Requisition ID 068567
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Production Manager
Tanzania-Mara Region-North Mara Gold Mine
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Process Plant Mechanical Foreman
Tanzania-Shinyanga Region-Bulyanhulu Gold Mine
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Mining Superintendent
Tanzania-Shinyanga Region-Bulyanhulu Gold Mine
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Engineering Training Superintendent
Tanzania-Shinyanga Region-Bulyanhulu Gold Mine
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Chief Mining Engineer
Tanzania-Mara Region-North Mara Gold Mine
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Drill & Blast Engineer
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Mechanical Foreman
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Senior Production Engineer
Tanzania-Shinyanga Region-Bulyanhulu Gold Mine
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Senior Underground Project Engineer
Tanzania-Shinyanga Region-Bulyanhulu Gold Mine
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Underground Mobile Maintenance Superintendent
Tanzania-Shinyanga Region-Bulyanhulu Gold Mine
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Senior Training Officer- Underground Mining
Tanzania-Shinyanga Region-Bulyanhulu Gold Mine
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Project Manager - Processing Plant
Tanzania-Mara Region-North Mara Gold Mine
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PLC / SCADA Programmer
Tanzania-Shinyanga Region-Bulyanhulu Gold Mine
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Engineering Services Manager
Tanzania-Mara Region-North Mara Gold Mine
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Senior Resource Geologist
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Business Improvement Manager
Tanzania
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Gold Plant Engineering Superintendent
Tanzania-Mara Region-North Mara Gold Mine
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Heavy Equipment Mechanic
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HME Superintendent
Tanzania-Mara Region-North Mara Gold Mine
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Organizational Effectiveness Manager
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CHIEF MINING ENGINEER
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The Tanzania Forest Conservation Group in partnership with the Tanzanian Community Forestry Network (MJUMITA) is planning to implement the 'Sustainable Charcoal Project' with the goal that: 'Commercially viable value chains are established for legal, sustainably sourced charcoal'. The project is financed by the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation as part of a broader programme 'Transforming Tanzania's Charcoal Sector'. As part of this project, TFCG and MJUMITA are seeking applications from qualified Tanzanian women and men for the following positions, all of which are based in Kilosa and are for 24 months with the possibility to renew for a further 48 months subject to a positive mid-term evaluation. The position of Technical Advisor is also open to women and men who are not Tanzanian nationals.
Project Manager, TFCG
Qualifications and experience
• An MSc or higher degree in a subject related to natural resources management or community development.
• At least 5 years experience in project management.
• Demonstrable success on natural resources management issues preferably with experience in working on sustainable charcoal, participatory forest management, community development and advocacy.
Responsibilities
• Overall leadership, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of the project;
• Research on sustainable charcoal technologies
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Technical Advisor, TFCG
Qualifications and experience
• MSc or higher degree and at least 8 years experience in a related field including work in East Africa.
Responsibilities
•Responsible for supporting the Project Manager to successfully achieve the outcome and outputs of the Sustainable Charcoal Project with specific responsibilities on overseeing the development of a marketing strategy;
• providing input on the development of sustainable charcoal certification; and developing guidelines to link sustainable charcoal with participatory forest management.
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Advocacy Officer, MJUMITA
Qualifications and experience
• BSc or higher degree in a related subject.
• At least 5 years experience in working with rural communities, preferably in relation to advocacy.
Responsibilities
• Development and implementation of an advocacy strategy to remove supply-side barriers to a sustainable and equitable charcoal sector.
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Project Officer, TFCG
Qualifications and experience
• BSc or higher degree in a subject related to natural resources management and / or agriculture.
• At least 5 years experience in working with rural communities, preferably in relation to participatory forest management, sustainable charcoal production or community development.
Responsibilities
• Implementation of field based activities to build community capacity in relation to participatory forest management, sustainable charcoal production, sustainable agriculture and sustainable wood harvesting.
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How you can apply
Qualified candidates should send applications including a detailed CV, covering letter, contact details (including an e-mail address and phone number) and contacts of three professional referees to: Personnel Officer, Tanzania Forest Conservation Group, P.O. Box 23410, Dar es Salaam. Email: personnel@tfcg.or.tz
Please indicate clearly which job you are applying for. TFCG is committed to conserving the environment, if you are able please submit your application electronically. The deadline for applications is 19th March 2012.
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the position of Systems Agronomist.
IITA is an international non-profit research-for-development (R4D) organization created in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and supported primarily by the Consultative Group of International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). Our R4D is anchored on the development needs of sub-Saharan Africa. We develop agricultural solutions with our partners to tackle hunger and poverty by reducing producer and consumer risks, enhancing crop quality and productivity, and generating wealth from agriculture. We have more than 100 internationally recruited scientists from about 35 countries and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa. Please visit http://www.iita.org/ for more information on IITA
As part of the U.S. government’s Feed the Future initiative to address global hunger and food security issues (www.feedthefuture.gov), the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is supporting multi-stakeholder agricultural research projects to sustainably intensify key African farming systems in the Sudano Sahelian zone of West Africa, the Ethiopian Highlands, and Eastern/Southern Africa. The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is the lead institute for developing and implementing the project in Eastern/Southern Africa together with a wide range of partners. This research project focuses primarily on cereal-based farming systems in Dodoma and Manyara region of Tanzania but is intended to result in spill-over effects in other similar agro-ecological zones in neighbouring countries.
IITA is seeking an experienced consultant in systems agronomy to start the implementation of this project. This may develop into a longer term position.
The consultant will report to the Project Coordinator and Director for East Africa.
Responsibilities
· Design, plan and recommend integrated natural resource, crop and livestock management strategies that the project will be implementing to address farmers’ needs in different intensification gradients in the target regions of Tanzania, Malawi and Zambia.
· Identify and select partners who will participate in strategic and adaptive research on the agronomy of cereal and legume crops.
· Set up the establishment of demonstration plots focusing on participatory dissemination of improved crop, integrated soil fertility, integrated pest management, and crop-livestock management technologies with relevant stakeholders.
· Make an inventory and identify tools (e.g., simulation models, databases, information systems, or GIS) for matching improved technologies to different farmer-targeted niches for food and cash crop production.
· Work with other scientists in activities designed to start the implementation of the project.
· Develop plans for strengthening NARS partners’ capacity in natural resource, crop and livestock management strategies.
· Provide guidance and direction to technical staff of the project.
Educational Qualifications
The candidate should have a PhD degree in agronomy from a recognized university.
Core Competencies:
· At least 4 years of post PhD experience in agronomy research.
· Excellent knowledge of English
· Good knowledge of farming systems in the Eastern and Southern Africa is of advantage.
Duty station: Tanzania, most likely Arusha
General information: Estimated consultancy duration: 1 April 2012 to 30 September 2012
Applications: Applications including curriculum vitae, names and addresses of three referees should be addressed to the Human Resources Manager. Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/irs-online-application
Closing Date: 15 March 2012
Interim Country Project Coordinator/Administrator (Consultancy)
Background: The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the position of Interim Country Project Coordinator/Administrator.
IITA is an international non-profit research-for-development (R4D) organization created in 1967, governed by a Board of Trustees, and supported primarily by the Consultative Group of International Agricultural Research (CGIAR). Our R4D is anchored on the development needs of sub-Saharan Africa. We develop agricultural solutions with our partners to tackle hunger and poverty by reducing producer and consumer risks, enhancing crop quality and productivity, and generating wealth from agriculture. We have more than 100 internationally recruited scientists from about 35 countries and 900 nationally recruited staff based in various stations across Africa. Please visit http://www.iita.org/ for more information on IITA.
As part of the U.S. government’s Feed the Future initiative to address global hunger and food security issues (www.feedthefuture.gov), the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is supporting multi-stakeholder agricultural research projects to sustainably intensify key African farming systems in the Sudano Sahelian zone of West Africa, the Ethiopian Highlands, and Eastern/Southern Africa. The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is the lead institute for developing and implementing the project in Eastern/Southern Africa together with a wide range of partners. This research project focuses primarily on cereal-based farming systems in Dodoma and Manyara region of Tanzania but is intended to result in spill-over effects in other similar agro-ecological zones in neighbouring countries.
IITA is seeking an experienced consultant in project coordination and administration to set up the project office and facilitate the implementation of the research activities.
The consultant will report to the Project Coordinator and Director for East Africa.
Responsibilities
· Set up the project office in Arusha, including supervision of renovation if needed
· Manage project office in Arusha until Administrator is hired.
· Assist in procurement of project vehicles, office equipment, and other assets.
· Assist in recruiting project support staff for Arusha office
· Supervise IITA project staff based in Arusha
· Support the financial management of the project
· Assist in preparation of project documents needed for implementation
· Contribute to the biannual reports to the donor
· Contribute to the development of a project communication strategy
· Act as main liaison officer amongst IITA, USAID country mission, national and international project partners, and other R&D initiatives
· Facilitate visits to project sites by USAID, project coordinator, and any other official visitors
· Facilitate program meetings and organize annual planning and review meetings
· Carry out any other duties assigned by the Project Coordinator or Regional Director
Educational Qualifications
The candidate should have a MBA, MSc in Planning and Management, or in a related field.
Core Competencies:
· Proven skills in coordination and management of large multi-stakeholder projects.
· Proven skills in supervision and leading staff.
· Demonstrated success in working with multi-disciplinary teams and partnerships in a cross-cultural environment.
· Excellent social skills, a collaborative style , proactive and innovative attitudes.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
· Knowledge of CGIAR administrative procedures is an advantage.
Duty station: Tanzania, most likely Arusha
General information: Estimated consultancy duration: 1 April 2012 to 30 September 2012
Applications: Applications including curriculum vitae, names and addresses of three referees should be addressed to the Human Resources Manager.
Please complete our online application form using this link: http://www.iita.org/irs-online-application
Closing Date: 20 March 2012
PDF Weed Science
Ref: IRS/09/RD/FEBRUARY/2012
The Africa Rice Center (AfricaRice) wishes to employ a highly qualified PDF Weed Science who will be based at AfricaRice's East and Southern Africa research station in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Authority
The PDF will focus on elucidating parasite virulence, biology and ecology of important parasitic weeds in rain-fed rice and identifying resistant and tolerant varieties and mechanisms of effective host-plant resistance, leading to the development of acceptable and effective control strategies. She/he will report to the Weed Scientist, working in the Sustainable Productivity Enhancement program. The PDF will be part of a multi-disciplinary research team working to sustain and improve the productivity of rice-based systems in Africa in line with AfricaRice’s mission and mandate.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
Lead the Center’s work on parasitic weeds in collaboration with partners from national and international universities and research systems;
Investigate parasitic weed biology and ecology and the development of parasite virulence in order to find clues for generating durable control options for resource-poor farmers;
Set up, supervise and evaluate multi-locational and multi-seasonal field experiments to screen rice varieties for resistance and tolerance against Striga, to study the development of parasite virulence and the durability of defense mechanisms;
Set up and supervise multi-locational and multi-seasonal farmer-participatory trials to test control technologies (including resistant/tolerant rice varieties) and collect farmer assessments of these;
Set up an in vitro screening facility (micro rhizotron system) for studies on parasitic weeds on rice;
Undertake scientific analysis of qualitative and quantitative data, and other processes essential for publishing and reporting results or findings;
Publish and communicate research results in peer-reviewed journals, policy briefs, general interest outlets, and the media;
Supervise MSc and PhD students and AfricaRice support staff;
Perform any other duties as required by the Center.
Qualifications
A Ph.D. degree in Agronomy, Plant Science or a related field;
Fluency in English;
Scientific publication record is considered an asset;
Knowledge of rice production systems in Africa is considered as an asset.
Terms and Conditions
o This is an internationally recruited position.
o AfricaRice provides an attractive international salary and benefits package and a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment.
o The initial appointment is for two years with the possibility for renewal.
Application procedure
Candidates should send an application (including a cover letter and a detailed CV with the following information: Name, surname, gender, date of birth, family status, nationality, certificates obtained, professional experience, language skills (French/English), and the names and addresses (including telephone / fax / email) of three referees.
To apply online for this position, please click on the following web link:
http://ict.africarice.org/apply/Positions/IRS09RD201202/
Applications will be considered up to 30 March, 2012.
TNRF is looking for a driven Pastoralist Training and Learning Coordinator who will lead this important and challenging program. The Pastoralist Program Training and Learning Coordinator will be member of the pastoralist program management team composed of both CARE and TNRF staff, while reporting to the TNRF Head of Programs. As a Pastoralist Program Training and Learning Coordinator it will be your responsibility to coordinate and training for pastoral Civil Society Organizations to enable them to address, advocate and lobby on their communities’ needs. Not only will you coordinate the training of the pastoralists, you will also facilitate advocacy of pastoralists in order to influence policy and implementation. More information on the position: http://www.tnrf.org/node/22747
Job Email id: dar(at)mdf.nl
Country Director, Tanzania
Reports to: Regional Director for East Africa
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Travel: Moderate travel within Tanzania and internationally
I. TechnoServe Background
TechnoServe is an international, non-profit economic development organization founded in 1968 out of a conviction that a vibrant private sector is an essential foundation for economic growth and poverty reduction. TechnoServe undertakes targeted, catalytic technical assistance and other programming to increase the competitiveness of entrepreneurs, businesses and industries that in-turn provide sustainable employment, inclusion of the poor and increased incomes. TechnoServe operates in 25 developing countries with over 900 employees. A substantial portion of our work is in agriculture, enhancing farm productivity and commodity quality and addressing gaps in processing and other agribusiness capacities. Our programs increase smallholder access to new technologies, aggregation and storage mechanisms, markets, critical information and finance. TechnoServe also undertakes structured programs to identify and support high potential entrepreneurs in various sectors through leadership mentoring networks, formalization support, access to capital and development of sustainable business services such as accounting, finance, marketing and human resource management.
II. Program Description:
TechnoServe Tanzania is an emerging flagship platform working with more than 100,000 direct beneficiaries to help them improve their incomes and livelihoods. Our 150+ staff work across multiple value chains - including staple crops such as maize, rice and cassava, and cash crops including coffee, cocoa, cotton and tomatoes, among others - to help farmers shift from subsistence to commercial enterprise by improving productivity, establishing farmer-owned enterprises and creating market linkages with reliable buyers in local, regional and international markets. In addition, our teams work with many of Tanzania’s agro-processors to increase the growth of their businesses and strengthen the agro-processing sector overall with technical assistance and business advisory services.
III. PRIMARY PURPOSE & FUNCTION:
Lead all aspects of TechnoServe’s operations in Tanzania to achieve sustainable economic development in a cost-effective manner.
Impact: Strategically select areas of work, partnerships and methodologies that most effectively contribute to poverty reduction, and assure excellence of implementation through total quality management and evidence-based decision-making.
Leadership: Develop, inspire and enable a team of Tanzanian and international professionals to deliver high quality results, and effectively manage human resources, finance and back office functions to optimize cost-effectiveness.
Fundraising: Secure funding to sustain and grow TechnoServe’s contribution to the economic development of Tanzania.
IV. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
The duties and responsibilities of this position fall into four broad categories: Fundraising, Operations, Leadership (people and strategy) and Administration.
Leadership
Regularly develop and adapt the country strategic vision and direction and execute it in keeping with TechnoServe’s overall strategic plan;
Establish and foster relationships with a broad network of donors, practitioners, government representatives and business leaders in the Tanzanian economic development field, assimilating and contributing to new developments in the sector;
Recruit, orient and provide for the professional development of highly effective staff in all functions;
Motivate, inspire and enable a team of Tanzanian and international professionals to deliver high quality results
Identify and pursue innovative solutions to poverty reduction
Fundraising
Identify opportunities where TechnoServe can play a role in catalyzing more competitive, inclusive industries and entrepreneurship;
Undertake industry assessments, market research and other analytical exercises that generate insight into opportunities for TechnoServe to achieve its mission
Secure funding for the country program by developing concepts, leading sound project design and writing winning proposals;
Cultivate and maintain TechnoServe in-country partner and donor relationships with USAID and other US government agencies; local government, bilateral and multilateral development/donor organizations; foundations and relevant local NGOs; private sector associations and corporations.
Operations
Oversee the design, planning and high quality, timely execution of TNS programs in the field;
Plan for and execute robust monitoring and evaluation of program outputs and outcomes;
Ensure cost-effective delivery of donor and client commitments
Contribute to the documentation and sharing of knowledge within the broader TechnoServe community
Administration
Ensure high quality and timely donor reporting;
Oversee all TechnoServe Tanzania financial affairs, including budgets, adherence to effective internal financial controls and review of monthly financial reporting;
Act as legal representative of TechnoServe in Tanzania, conducting all affairs with the government, the media and partners in keeping with TNS policies and procedures;
Maintain good governance practices for all TechnoServe related entities in Tanzania in accordance with Tanzanian law;
Responsible for participation and compliance with all TNS corporate processes such as the annual planning process, attendance at the annual CD meeting, preparation of Program Status and pipeline reports and overseeing the correct and complete updating of the core indicator database.
V. KNOWLEDGE & EXPERTISE:
Advanced degree in business, economics, agriculture or related field with 10-15 years solid professional experience with progressively higher levels of responsibility
A minimum of 2 years experience leading a business unit or large-scale project with responsibility for all aspects of operations
A minimum of 5 years experience working in a developing country, preferably in east or southern Africa.
Demonstrated ability to form, motivate and lead a diverse team to achieve results
Proven capacity to represent your organization among a diverse range of stakeholders and to fundraise effectively
Clear evidence of operations management and administration skills
Strong diplomatic skills to support effective work with government, implementing partners and donors
Prefer private sector experience and entrepreneurial skills
Strong analytical as well as oral and written communications skills a must
Fluent reading, writing, speaking and computer literacy skills in English
Good working knowledge of economic development, agricultural value chains and entrepreneurship promotion
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TechnoServe is an equal opportunity employer. Women are encouraged to apply.
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