BONGOTODAYS - NAFASI ZA KAZI: August 2016

Wednesday, August 31, 2016

Assistant Lecturer-Computer Engineering at Zanzibar University

Application Deadline: 31 Aug 2016

Assistant Lecturer-Computer Engineering POSITION DESCRIPTION:

From Daily News, 17th August 2016

Zanzibar University invites job applications for the posts of Senior lecturers, lecturers and
Assistant lecturers to teach in the following courses:

Information Technology
International Relations
Procurement
Information Sciences
Law and Shariah
Biology
Arabic language
Mathematics
English language
Geography
Economics
Computer Engineering
Islamic Banking
Nursing
Social Work

Qualifications:

An applicant must have at least First Degree of not less than 3.5 CGPA and a good Master
Degree to be considered for employment.

Salaries and Other Benefits:

The Zanzibar University will offer good and competitive salaries and other benefits for all
successful applicants.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

An applicant is required to submit typed application letter with detailed Curriculum Vitae and copies of relevant academic certificates and transcripts. He/she should also indicate 'his current
postal address, telephone number and e-mail.

Applications should be addressed to:
Vice Chancellor
Zanzibar University
P.O. Box 2440

Applications can also be submitted to Our offices atthe University Main Campus at Tunguu,
during office hours.

Zanzibar,

Orica Africa Graduate Program - seeking Engineering Graduates at Orica Africa

Application Deadline: 15 Sep 2016

Orica Africa Graduate Program - seeking Engineering Graduates POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Position Description Document (download)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

To apply please click the link below. Applications close 15 September 2016.

https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/582/gateway/Default.aspx?c=apply&sJobIDs=829131&SourceTypeID=1166&sLanguage=en&lApplicationSubSourceID=16692

Dash 8-Q400 Mechanical and Avionics Certifying Engineers (x 6) at Air Tanzania Company

Application Deadline: 05 Sep 2016

Dash 8-Q400 Mechanical and Avionics Certifying Engineers (x 6) POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Air Tanzania Company Limited (ATCL) is in the process of revamping its operations and has introduced new equipment to its fleet. The Company is therefore inviting applications from qualified personnel to fill various positions.

1. POSITIONS:
Dash 8-Q400 Mechanical and Avionics Certifying Engineers (6 POSTS)

a) Qualifications
Must possess a valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineers License (ICAO TYPE II).
Must possess a valid Dash 8 - Q400 Approval/License.
Must have successfully completed Dash 8 - Q400 type course from an
Approved Training Organization.
Must have Aircraft Maintenance working experience, as a certifying engineer, of not less than 5 years; 2 of which being on Dash 8 - Q400. Experience must include release to service certification after "A" Check and above.
Computer literacy
Fluency in English
Possession of Dash 8-Q300 Approval/License will be an added advantage.

b) Duties and responsibilities
Perform both scheduled and non-scheduled Line and Base Maintenance checks
Carry out Airframe, Engines and Avionics systems maintenance on aircraft as per work package prepared and assigned b7 the Planning Section of the
Technical Department
Ensure safe and economical operation/maintenance and on time performance.
Do all the required appropriate/relevant certification

SALARY: Attractive remuneration package in accordance with the Institution's salary scale

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
i. ENGINEERS - 1 YEAR CONTRACT (RENEWABLE)
ii. PILOTS- 5 YEARS CONTRACT (RENEWABLE)
iii. CABIN CREWS - 3 YEARS CONTRACT (RENEWABLE)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Application letters accompanied by Detailed CV and certified copies of certificates, testimonials and names of three referees should reach the Human Resources Manager, AIR TANZANIA COMPANY LIMITED, P.O BOX 543, DAR ES SALAAM, before 5th September 2016

Sunday, August 28, 2016

Community Organizers at BRAC Zanzibar

Application Deadline: 31 Aug 2016

Community Organizers POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Position Description Document (download)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

At this Level Send only your CV via APPLY NOW below. Apply only if you are interested to work in Zanzibar
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Board Directorship-Female Candidate at DCB Commercial Bank Plc

Application Deadline: 31 Aug 2016

Board Directorship-Female Candidate POSITION DESCRIPTION:

From The Guardian, 12th August 2016

DCB Commercial Bank Pie is a commercial bank established in 2001 and the first bank to be listed in the Dar es Salaam Stock
Exchange in 2008. Its mission is to contribute to the economic and social development in Tanzania for Individual, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, and Corporate by developing specialized financial products and services and marketing these through an efficient and sustainable branch network where the customer is treated with promptness and responsiveness.
The bank is looking for a female candidate with extensive experience in banking and a clean track record to serve in the Board of Directors as a representative of the Individual Cluster.

Duties and Responsibilities
To determine the Bank's vision, mission and values.
To formulate, monitor and evaluate bank's policies and strategies.
To review on a regular basis the adequacy and integrity of the Bank's internal control, financial reporting, risk management
and management information systems including compliance with applicable laws, regulations, rules and guidelines
To appoint and regularly review and evaluate the performance of the Managing Director, Internal Auditor and direct
reports to the Managing Director.
To assess and evaluate the effectiveness of the Board performance, collectively and of individual directors.
To regularly attend and effectively participate in Board, Committee and other important meetings.
To meet the obligation of accountability to Shareholders
Any other duties stipulated under the law.

Requirements
• A holder of Master Degree with extensive professional experience of not less than five years in managerial level and a
proven track recording banking.
• Highest moral and ethical character. Must exhibit independence, objectivity and be capable of serving as a representative
of the shareholders.
• A committed person with personal qualities to make substantial active contributions to Board deliberations.
Not a member of a National Assembly or House of Representative or Local Authority.
No criminal record or history of bankruptcy.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Interested candidates are requested to apply as follows:
An application letter detailing their suitability for the position.
A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Certified copies of relevant certificates and awards.
Certified copies of the last two pages of your current Passport.
Four recent passport size photographs.
Three referee letters (including 1 personal referee).

Interested candidates should send their application to:
The Managing Director
P. o. Box 19798,
DCB House, Magomeni Mwembechai,
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
E-mail: info@dcb.co.tz.

Deadline for applications is on 31st August, 2016 at 4.00pm. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Up country
candidates will meet their own travel and accommodation costs for any interviews

Accountant II- Disbursement at World Vision

Application Deadline: 30 Aug 2016

Accountant II- Disbursement POSITION DESCRIPTION:

JOB DESCRIPTION

Purpose of the position:
Providing customer focused professional services for enhanced quality ministry in improving organizational culture and capacity for effectiveness and efficiency in achieving child wellbeing outcomes, by coordinating implementation of accounting activities in the area of cash disbursement and financial management.
Communicate World Vision's Christian ethos and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that is an example to others.

Key Roles and responsibilities:

Payment Processing:
Pre-audit of financial transaction before Payment is made (authenticity, source accuracy, and completeness of accounting data):
Payment vouchers should have all relevant backups ( such as original invoices, PR, LPO, contracts, full procumbent process, etc) before payment is made and invoices have to be approved before processing.
The payment amount should be added up correctly and supported by attaching the print out calculator.
Payments vouchers should be correctly coded per WVI Chart of Account of before posting.
Review staff travel and business Advances requests in GEMS, ensure they have all relevant backups/ clear trip details and approved in accordance with WVT Chart of Authority and Per diem are requested in alignment with WVT Per diem Policy, before payment is made.
Payments made to suppliers and staff advances are within the internal control system and approved budgets:
Prepare payments for all services rendered at the Head Office.
Staff advance payment should be within the internal control system and approved budgets.
Vendor’s payments are made in accordance with the internal control system and approved budgets.
Credit advice notes / payment confirmation are sent to vendors timely once the payment cycle is completed.
All vouchers in the systems are physically available, approved, stamped “PAID&POSTED” & well filed, and Audit Trail is conducted in a monthly basis (checking physical vouchers against system posted).
Cash and Banking Management:
Prepare Deposit Vouchers and Journal Voucher for bank charges send them for approval and file accordingly.
Prepare cash movement and Cash position Analysis to make sure the office is operating with real time balances and have sufficient cash balances at all time.
Ensure internet banking is up and running and all signatories are well facilitated.
SA & PA Management:
Prepare a journal entry for all received SA , ensure it is properly coded and booked, follow up is made on the implementation to the respective deportment / project for timely clearance and accounting for.
All received pre-approvals (PA) are followed to the implementing projects/department, the cost incurred paid for and booked accordingly.
All the PA expenses are SA’d timely and sent to the respective offices with correct and accurate back ups for timely approval and clearance.
Prepare General ledger and a/c 300 reconciliation with GC in timely manner and ensure any outstanding item is timely followed up and cleared.
Balance Sheet Management:
Ensure Balance sheet items are well managed, timely cleared and no hanging balances and should be monitored and validated on a monthly FFR:
Perform Allocation for account 200 and ensure the accounts are being monitored and validated monthly.
Manage Accrual accounts, ensure they are cleared within the first quarter of the financial year, reconcile and validated by end of the quarter.
Manage and monitor Accounts Payables (AP), validate and clear them monthly and ensure all balances crossing the month are well analyzed and communicated to your supervisor.
General Financial Management:
Ensure you model customer service and promptly respond to all customers inquiries.
Timely sorting of all customers reconciliation issue ( eg. Air travel & Hotel bills etc).
Exercise professional ethics and code of conduct in doing your work ( ie right attitude towards your assignments, high rate of integrity, confidentiality etc).
Maintain a high level of accuracy and quality product whenever doing your work Exercise timely response to all inquiries/task assigned.

Qualifications:

Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience
The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:
Minimum Qualification required: ACCA, CPA.
MBA & other related Master’s Degree – Added advantage.
Experience: 2 years.
Technical Skills & Abilities:
Excellent computer skills in Excel, Word & Sun-systems software.
Demonstrated ability in supervision.
Good planning and organizational skills.
Tact and diplomacy in dealing with staff-related to work environment needs.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff.
Other Competencies/Attributes:
Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.
Perform other duties as required.

Working Environment / Conditions:
Work environment: Office-based.
Travel: 5% Domestic/international travel is required.
On call: 10%

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Online application, click APPLY NOW below

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Internal Auditors-x 2 at EA Jobs

Application Deadline: 31 Aug 2016

Internal Auditors-x 2 POSITION DESCRIPTION:

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

1. Hospital Operations Manager (1)
A candidate is responsible on managing and supervising all operations in a hospital and must posses at least 3 years working experience in a reputable hospital

2. Doctors (5)
Candidates should be either freshers or possessing a maximum of 5 years working experience in reputable health center

3. Personal Secretary to Chairman (1)
Must have a minimum of 10 years working experience from a reputable financial institution and/or telecom company

4. Administration Manager (1)
Must have experience of dealing with a big number of security guards and drivers

5. Social Media Manager (1)
Is needed for and advertising agency and must have at least 3 years working experience in a reputable agency

6. Content writer (1)
Is needed for an advertising agency and must have at least 2 years experience on a similar position in a reputable institution

7. Key Account Manager (1)
For an advertising agency and must have at least 3 years experience on a similar position

8. Web Developer (1)
A candidate is needed for an advertising agency and online platform to assist on developing web contents for client. A candidate must have at least 3 years working experience in a similar position

9. Assistant manager of promotion (1)
A candidate will be dealing with management of marketing and promotional activities. Must have at least 3 years experience on experiential marketing environment

10 Graphic Designer
Should have at least 3 years experience on digital and motion graphic design in a reputable company

11. Project Coordinator (1)
A candidate will be in charge of supervision of properties, repairs and maintenance of shopping malls. A preferred candidate should have the ability to speak Swahili, English and Hindu.

12. Assistant Estate Manager
A candidate should have a minimum of 3 years working experience on supervising repairs and maintenance of properties

13. Internal Auditors (2)
Candidates must posses CPA with at least 3 years working experience in a reputable auditing firm or manufacturing company.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Send your CV only through application through APPLY NOW below

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Credit Manager-SME at EFC Tanzania Microfinance Bank Limited

Application Deadline: 02 Sep 2016

Credit Manager-SME POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Operating since July 2011, EFC TANZANIA MICROFINANCE BANK 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.

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

Credit Manager-SME (1 Post)

The Credit Manager-SME is primarily responsible to effectively identify, mitigate, and monitor risks in the EFC credit operations. In addition, s/he leads and supports the marketing and sales of EFC products and services to micro and small business entrepreneurs and contributes to the development and achievement of business plan objectives.

The main responsibilities will include:
• Provide a strong day-to-day leadership and management presence to all staff that encourages an ‘open door’ team environment;
• Collaborate with and support the Human Resources Manager in matters pertaining to departmental recruitment, training, development, employee relations, supervision and performance evaluation;
• Support departmental staff skill development with a focus on strong customer relationship and service quality orientation to facilitate the consultative sale of EFC products and services and the identification and exploitation of business opportunities (existing customers and prospects);
• Support the development and implementation of effective business development, portfolio quality and loan recovery strategies including identification of geographic and sectoral growth opportunities and priorities;
• Implement strategies and operational plans to ensure EFC growth, profitability and achievement of all related performance indicators and employment of necessary corrective actions as required;
• Regularly review and ensure application of policies, procedures and internal controls relevant to the scope of authority and accountability of the position and submit appropriate improvement plans and strategies for consideration and approval as required;
• Provide departmental status reports as required.
• Monitoring and controlling the performance of all loans and overdrafts including staff loans;
• Monitoring and controlling the performance appraisal of all Credit and Recovery Officers and Analysts and making recommendations to the Human Resources Officer;
• Analysing loan arrears rates on monthly basis and trends on a weekly basis;
• Devising, and keeping a regular branch visitation roster in order to assess lending activities and performance;
• Crosschecking and confirming the accuracy of all data, facts and figures to be presented to the Credit Committee;
• Submitting monthly credit statistics and reports to the MD;
• Submitting quarterly summary reports to the MD on overall lending performance;
• Performance of any other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the MD.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Qualifications & Requirements (i.e. education, skills and experience)

The Credit Manager-SME should absolutely have good practical knowledge of credit portfolio management in the financial services sector and the foresight to see how the intricate day-to-day credit related activities link with and support the achievement of the mission and vision of the EFC. In this regard, specific qualifications and requirements include:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or Finance/Economics;
• A minimum of three-five years’ experience lending to entrepreneurs in the micro and small enterprises sector;
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines;
• Excellent planning, organising and problem solving skills;
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong customer service orientation;
• Good leadership, conflict management, negotiation and team building skills;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

Interested candidates are requested to submit a letter of interest explaining their motivation for the position applied for together with their Curriculum Vitae, three professional references and copies of academic certificates/diplomas.

Applications will be received until 2nd September 2016 addressed to:

The Human Resource Department
EFC Tanzania Microfinance Bank Limited
2nd Floor, Letsya Towers
59 New Bagamoyo Road
P.O. Box 11735
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
OR Click APPLY NOW

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only short listed for an interview will be contacted directly
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Bank Agent at EFC Tanzania Microfinance Bank Limited

Application Deadline: 02 Sep 2016

Bank Agent POSITION DESCRIPTION:

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Qualifications & Requirements (i.e. education, skills and experience)
The Bank Agent requires good practical knowledge of product and service sales in the financial services sector and the foresight to see how the related intricate day-to-day activities link with and support the achievement of the vision and mission of the EFC. In this regard, specific qualifications and requirements include:

• College Diploma in Business related studies;
• A minimum of one years of relevant experience, preferably in the financial services sector;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build rapport with customers;
• Ability to meet sales targets and deadlines.

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, three professional references and copies of academic certificates/diplomas.

Applications will be received until 2nd September 2016 addressed to:

The Human Resource Department
EFC Tanzania Microfinance Bank Limited
2nd Floor, Letsya Towers
59 New Bagamoyo Road
P.O. Box 11735
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Email through APPLY NOW

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only short listed for an interview will be contacted directly.
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Central Archive Officer at Tanzania Postal Bank

Application Deadline: 08 Sep 2016

Website > http://www.tanzaniapostalbank.co.tz

Central Archive Officer POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Position Description Document (download)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants should sent only their CV and motivational letter via APPLY NOW below.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
APPLY NOW

Central Archive Officer at Tanzania Postal Bank

Application Deadline: 08 Sep 2016

Website > http://www.tanzaniapostalbank.co.tz

Central Archive Officer POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Position Description Document (download)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Candidates are required to send only their CV and motivational letter via the email provided in the job advert. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Project Officer at Uhifadhi Mazingira Kazamoyo (UMIKA)

Application Deadline: 30 Aug 2016

Project Officer POSITION DESCRIPTION:

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Uhifadhi Mazingira Kazamoyo (UMIKA)

Background
Uhifadhi Mazingira Kazamoyo (UMIKA) means “Organization for Environmental Conservation in Kazamoyo”. It is a non-profit and non-government organization registered in July 2008 with registration number 13NGO/00002316. The organization is based in Mangaka, Nanyumbu district. The organization operates within 18 villages in 3 wards.

UMIKA is currently implementing the project on ‘Support to livelihood initiatives of smallholder farmers in Nanyumbu District’ funded by SWISSAID Tanzania. In order to meet the planned project objectives the organization seeks to fill the following post:

Post: Project Officer

Reporting to: Executive committee/Executive Secretary

Supervising: Animators

Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities
1. Facilitate Implementation of Project on “‘Support to livelihood initiatives of smallholder farmer”
2. Supervise and accompany animators on project implementation
3. Coordinate all FFS activities and reports
4. manage project budget and resource allocation
5. plan and schedule project timelines
6. Monitor and track project Deliverables using Appropriate Tools
7. Coordinate and Motivate Project Team Such as Animators and Executive Committee
8. Prepare reports defining project progress, challenges and recommendations
9. Provide direction and support to project team
10. Facilitate/supervise project evaluations and assessment of results
11. Make sure that audit is done and reported on time
12. Prepare Project proposal as required by donor
13. Constantly monitor and report on progress of the project to all stakeholders
14. Implement and manage project changes and interventions to achieve project outputs/outcome
15. Perform any other Duties as Directed by Superiors

Qualifications
1. Bachelor degree in Agriculture, Agronomy or other related qualifications with at least one year work experience in a related position
2. Diploma in Agriculture, Agronomy or other related qualifications with at least three years’ work experience in a related position
3. Computer literate
4. Be able to speak and write English and Swahili

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

If you believe you are the ideal person we are looking for, submit your application letter describing why you are the right candidate for this position, Certificates and Curriculum Vitae detailing your experience with three (03) referees.

Apply to:

Chairperson,
Uhifadhi Mazingira Kazamoyo (UMIKA),bonyeza APPLY NOW hapo chini

OR you may physically deliver applications to UMIKA office at Nanyumbu street

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Local Governance Advisor (Volunteer) at International City/County Management Association (ICMA)

Application Deadline: 30 Sep 2016

Local Governance Advisor (Volunteer) POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The International City/County Management Association seeks a Volunteer Local Governance Advisor for the USAID-funded Feed the Future Tanzania Enabling Growth through Investment and Enterprise (ENGINE) Program. By promoting the implementation of enabling policies for investment, improving the business skills of the private sector and broadening access to finance, ENGINE will increase private sector investment leading to inclusive, broad-based economic growth in the Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania and Zanzibar. ENGINE will be a four-year, up to $20 million activity.

The Local Governance Advisor will be working within ENGINE Component 1 - Implementing Policies for Growth to ensure that predictable coherent policies promoting private sector investment are implemented. The driving principle supporting this purpose is that the public and private sectors must engage constructively to identify and implement the policies needed to effect growth and investment goals.

Note: Travel expenses into the country and accommodation will be covered as well as a monthly stipend for meals and incidental expenses will be provided by the project.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Local Governance Advisor will be responsible for implementing a series of interventions which will strengthen the ability of local governments to translate engagement with the private sector into effectively implemented policies that respond to their concerns, while also assisting private sector actors to organize and advocate more effectively as they engage with government and comply with the reformed policy. Given the current business environment and investment climate in Tanzania, the program will reduce constraints to private sector growth and investment by concurrently operationalizing the following three objectives:

Predictability, coherency and transparency of policies impacting private sector investment increased;
Pro-economic growth and investment policies fully and effectively implemented; and
Effective policy reform frameworks sustained.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Degree in International Development, International Relations/Affairs, Public Administration, Business, Economics, Agriculture, or a related field.
Experience facilitating local government business enabling environments with a strong background in agricultural development.
Demonstrated success in implementing programs aimed at Feed the Future/agro-business initiatives, driving policy reform, and/or involving women and youth.
Past experience with national and local government law and local context.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Online application, click APPLY NOW below

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BDS Delivery Support Consultant-Mtwara at VSO Tanzania

Application Deadline: 10 Sep 2016

BDS Delivery Support Consultant-Mtwara POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Lindi, Mwanza, Mtwara, Iringa and Mbeya, Tanzania
Competitive
Consultant Agreement, 3 months with possible extension
Full Time, 40 hours per week

About VSO
VSO is the world’s leading independent international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty in developing countries. Our high-impact approach brings people together to share skills, build capabilities, promote international understanding and action to change lives and make the world a fairer place.

Role overview
The BDS Delivery Support Consultant will support the Tanzania Local Economic Development project (T-LED), which aims to increase the benefit to local communities in Tanzania of investment in the extractives and agriculture sectors.
The BDS Delivery Support Consultant, will support the T-LED regional team and also the national T-LED project. The BDS Delivery Support Consultant will:
Support the international advisors in the delivery of trainings to SMEs, by adding value through translation support and local context.
Contribute to the development of and improvements of training content, materials and delivery methods.
Lead and/or co-facilitate delivery of training and coaching sessions with SME owners/staff
Participate in capacity building activities associated with partner organisations (SIDO, TCCIA & TWCC).

Skills, qualifications and experience required
Essential

Knowledge/qualifications:
• Bachelor’s or Post Graduate degree in a related field (e.g. Business Management, Financial Management, Education, Health, Safety and Environment, Economics,
Agri-business, Marketing)

Experience:
• 1 – 3 years working in related industry or field of expertise.
• Highly desirable, demonstrated experience in delivery training, mentoring or coaching.
• Demonstrated ability to develop quality documentation

Skills/Abilities:

• Must have excellent Ki-Swahili and English language skills, oral and written
• Ability to work in a team and carry out tasks assigned
• Able to demonstrate leadership qualities when required
• Ability to work independently and prioritise own work load
• Able to be flexible and travel significantly

The consultant must be a team player with good social and interpersonal skills and networking abilities. S/he should be able to handle conflicts in a constructive consultative way.
S/he should have a flexible personality, adapting easily to new situations.
Practicality
Travel around project region will be required.

Desirable:
Those that falls under ICS Alumni, will have an added advantage

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Online application, click APPLY NOW below
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BDS Delivery Support Consultant-Mbeya at VSO Tanzania

Application Deadline: 10 Sep 2016

BDS Delivery Support Consultant-Mbeya POSITION DESCRIPTION:

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Online application, click APPLY NOW below

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BDS Delivery Support Consultant-Lindi at VSO Tanzania

Application Deadline: 10 Sep 2016

BDS Delivery Support Consultant-Lindi POSITION DESCRIPTION:

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Online application, click APPLY NOW below

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Tanzania Policy Coordination Manager at USAID

Application Deadline: 16 Sep 2016

Tanzania Policy Coordination Manager POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Position Description Document (download)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Please see position description

Seed Systems Consultant at International Potato Center

Application Deadline: 31 Aug 2016

Seed Systems Consultant POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Position Description Document (download)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Please see position description

Agricultural Research and Development Officer at The international Institute of Tropical Agriculture

Application Deadline: 09 Sep 2016

Agricultural Research and Development Officer POSITION DESCRIPTION:

NAFASI YA KAZI AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICER THE INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TROPICAL AGRICULTURE

The international institute of tropical agriculture is seeking to recruit an agricultural research and development officer on behalf of the international Rice Research Institute in Tanzania

BACKGROUND IRRI is a nonprofit independent research and training organization. IRRI is a member of the CGRIA Consortium. We develop new rice verities and rice management techniques that help rice farmers to improve the yield and quality of their rice in an environment sustainable way. We work with our public private sector partners in a national agricultural research and extensions system in major rice- grow countries, to do research, training and knowledge transfer

DUTY STATION DAR ES SALAAM TANZANIA

ASSIST KNOWLEDGE AND MANAGEMENT AND TRAINNING

· Assist in the identification of training needs and trainee for international (IRRI//PHIRICE) and in country training on rice seed system and crop management

· Assist in the preparation send invitation letters other pertinent documents related to international and in-country training to partner institutions and nominees

· Assist with maintenance of training participate records for IRRI/JICA PROJRCT STAFF IN ESA to be submitted to JICA

· provide technical inputs and knowledge to NGO’S farmers and other benefit

· conduct practical demonstrations training for partners communities in collaborations with other actors

Provide research support ( data collection and collection and maintenance)

· conduct at facilities trials including data gathering and field validation related to rice seed system and crop management

· assist the development and pre- testing of questionnaire for survey and experiments

· Carry out of training research and outreach needs assessment on rice production and postal harvest practice

· Collect and clean date from on farm

· Maintains data base and record o capacity building

· Review and verify data and statistical to ensure validity of results and analysis

KEYS REQUIREMENT

· Experience related to agricultural training management

· Experience with monitoring and documentation of fields

· proven skills in data analysis using statistical software package

· knowledge in computer literate in ms office and statistical software package and reporting

· working with experience with national and international organization

· bachelor degree in agriculture science with minimum 3 years or masters degree in similar field with minimum of 1 year

GENERAL INFORMATION

The initial contract for the position is two years with possibility renewal. This is national recruited position and IITA offers competitive remuneration package

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Application including CV certificate telephone number, email address and names of 2 referees should be sent to the

COUNTRY REPRESENTANTIVE,

IITA – TANZANIA,

PLOT NO. 25 MWENGE – COCA COLA ROAD,

MIKOCHEN INDUSTRIAL AREA;

P.O. BOX 34441’

DAR ES SALAAM OR BY email via APPLY NOW below

Applicants are requested to take the reference number for the position as indicated ,any applications without the reference number will automatically be disqualified.

REFERENCE NO.IITA-IRRI-TZ/16/R4D-010-NRS-DSM

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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Mratibu Wa Mtandao, Mtandao wa Vikundi vya Wakulima Wilaya ya Mbinga (MVIWAMBI)

Application Deadline: 31 Aug 2016

Mratibu Wa Mtandao POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Position Description Document (download)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

MAOMBI YOTE YATUMWE KUPITIA KITUFE CHA APPLY NOW APO CHINI
AU YAWASILISHWE KWA MKONO KWENYE OFISI ZA MTANDAO WA VIKUNDI VYA WAKULIMA WILAYA YA MBINGA (MVIWAMBI)
S.L.P 36 MBINGA

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Accounts Assistant/Cashier at The East African Kiswahili Commission (EAKC)

Application Deadline: 16 Sep 2016

Accounts Assistant/Cashier POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Accounts Assistant/Cashier
(EAKC/AS/ACC/1/2016)
The East African Kiswahili Commission (EAKC) is an institution of the East African Community (EAC) responsible for the coordination and promotion of the development and use of Kiswahili in the region and beyond. The Commission is charged with the responsibility of ensuring the development of Kiswahili as a lingua franca for regional and international interaction for political, economic, social, cultural, educational, scientific and technical development. The Commission fulfills its mandate through research, teaching, learning and development of Kiswahili through policy formulation, knowledge generation and curriculum review and standardization of terminologies. In order to effectively fulfill that mandate and meet its objectives and planned activities, the Commission seeks applications from qualified persons for the following position

Organ / Institution: East African Kiswahili Commission (EAKC)

Duty Station: Zanzibar, Tanzania

Job Grade: G5

Job reports to: Principal Accountant

Job Purpose:
Facilitate efficient and effective operation of the accounting processes of the Commission.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Initiate preparation of payment vouchers;
Originate basic Accounting documents and post to the ledger;
Maintain proper filing of all accounting documents;
Conduct daily reconciliation of accounts;
Update ledger cards on a daily basis to ensure compliance with international accounting standards;
Receive cash and check payments and have them banked in designated accounts;
Dispatch signed cheques;
Manage petty cash;
Perform any other related duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance Option) or equivalent;
Must possess Part II of Professional Accounting qualification (e.g. CPA, ACCA);
Relevant working experience of not less than 5 years in accounting/finance environment;

Skills and Competencies:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Self-motivated with ability to work with minimum supervision.
Proficiency in application of spreadsheet and database accounting, including the use of Sun Accounting Software

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

The Executive Secretary
East African Kiswahili Commission,
Maisara Street, Opposite Zanzibar Central Library
P.O. Box 600, ZANZIBAR,
The United Republic of Tanzania.
Tel: +255-242232704.
Email: isimala@eachq.org

Application Deadline:
Friday, 16 September 2016 - 4:00pm

Finance Officer at EAST, CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN AFRICA HEALTH COMMUNITY

Application Deadline: 16 Sep 2016

Finance Officer POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Position Description Document (download)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

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Branch Manager Trainee at Soma Biblia

Application Deadline: 07 Sep 2016

Branch Manager Trainee POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Soma Biblia is an Evangelical Lutheran Literature Ministry registered in Tanzania. Our main functions are Publication, selling and distribution of; - Bibles, Christian literature and other Church Supplies to churches and society at large through our book centers in Oar es Salaam, Iringa, Mwanza, Arusha, Mbeya and mobile distribution network:

We are looking for a dynamic, focused and Born-again Christian Tanzanian to fill the post of Branch Manager Trainee to be stationed at Dar es Salaam. .

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES.
Planning; coordinating. directing and controlling sales and distribution in the lines of; - sales trips, church sales, town sales, bookshop sales, etc.
Carrying out sales to the existing customers and looking for new'custorners
Ensure a professional presentation and decoration of our products
Develop dedicated partnerships with shopkeepers and sales staff
Draw up a list of all customers and track down their performance
Carry out market research and draw up strategies for, developing business connections
Exercise appropriate customer care and timely provision of services
Maintain good relationship with churches and other Christian organizations.
Carry out operations of the brand; in accordance with set procedures and guidelines
Prepare product promotions and advertisement
Prepare weekly and monthly marketing
sales and distribution reports
Ensure that all stocks movements are properly documented and signed.
Ensure that all bookshop, town, trip and church sales are properly documented and accounted for.
Ensure stocks at the store, bookshop, sales vehicles and church boxes are periodically counted, reconciled and differences investigated and made good.
Perform other duties as may be assigned by Sales Manager.

QUALIFICATION and EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor degree in Marketing or Business Administration or Commerce.
Completed Studies 2015 or a period of less than two years back.
Excellent computer skills in all Microsoft Applications.
Innovative, creative and solution oriented
Good at time management, flexible and honest. -
Born-again Christian with unquestionable ethics and integrity.
Excellent communication and negotiating skills both-in English and Swahili
Ability to work in a team
Flexible to travel

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

- Interested applicants who meet the above qualifications are invited to submit a CV and a cover letter to the address set out below electronically or by post or physically:-
Finance and Administrative Manager,
Soma Biblia - Dar es Salaam,
P.O. BOX 12772,

Phone: +255 754 292995
Email: finance.somabiblia@gmail.com
Mwai Kibakl Road-Mikocheni B (Opposite Baraka Plaza)

Note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted

Programme Associate at UNDP

Application Deadline: 04 Sep 2016

Programme Associate POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Background
As one of the original eight pilot countries for the UN Reform Initiative Delivering as One, Tanzania is a global leader in advancing reforms of the UN system, with a view to support accelerated harmonization in implementation practices, coherence in programming, and alignment with national systems, intended to produce a reduction in transaction costs and enhanced development impact. Deepening reform will require new and even more innovative ways for the UN agencies to work together in formulating and implementing UNDAP II. Programme planning, resource mobilization, evaluation, and review activities will be done collaboratively. There will be increased harmonization of UN policies, procedures and tools, possibly leading towards the establishment of a One UN Operations Team.

The Programme Team works in three focus areas namely

Inclusive Growth,
Sustainable Development and
Democratic Governance.
The Sustainable Development focus area covers two divisions namely the Environment and Natural Resources Management and Energy, Climate Change and Extractives sector. Within the Sustainable Development focus area, the Programme Associate works under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Programme Specialists to provide support with the daily operations of projects, including project management in Atlas e.g. budget revisions, review of FACE reports, direct payments and non-PO vouchers, and also support the bidding and contracting processes under NIM when UNDP is a responsible party, e.g. review/advise on term of reference, technical specifications and bid documents, offers/proposals evaluation, and contract administration for development projects, ensuring transparency and capacity building in key processes. The Programme Associate ensures effective delivery of the CO programme by entering and managing data and supporting programme implementation throughout project cycle while remaining consistent with UNDP rules and regulations guided by the POPP. The functions are embedded with a virtual team across the thematic areas but also working closely with the Programme Finance and Procurement teams in order to fast-track processes and ensure that there are sufficient capacities to manage the workload at peak times.

The Programme Associate works in close collaboration with the operations, programme and projects’ staff in the CO and UNDP HQs as required for resolving complex finance-related issues and exchange of information.

Duties and Responsibilities
Description of tasks:
Under the direct supervision of Programme Specialists, where the National UN Volunteer will undertake the following functions:

Summary of Key Functions:

Support to the formulation of programme strategies and implementation of the Common Country Programme and UNDAP
Support to the management of the CO programme, administration of budgets and optimal cost-recovery
Finance and administrative support to the Programme Unit
Support to project-related communication with partners
Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing
1. Supports formulation of programme strategies and implementation of the Common Country Programme and UNDAP focusing on achievement of the following results:

Collection, analysis and presentation of background information for preparation and updating of the UN Development Assistance Plan (replaces CCA, UNDAF, CPD, CPAP), effective application of RBM tools and establishment of management targets (BSC).
Presentation of background information for formulation of country programme, draft project documents, work plans, budgets, proposals on implementation arrangements.
Contribution to the interagency process of harmonization of programme and project management practices as a key instrument of further deepening UN Reform
2. Provides effective support to management of the CO programme focusing on the achievement of the following results:

Presentation of information for formulation of country programme work plans, budgets, proposals on implementation arrangements and execution modalities. Entry of data of new grants into Atlas in the form of Annual Work Plans (AWPs), monitoring of their status
Creation of projects in Atlas, preparation of required budget revisions, revision of project awards and project status, determination of unutilized funds, operational and financial close of projects.
Provision of guidance to the executing agencies on routine implementation of projects, tracking use of financial resources.
Presentation of information for audit of NIM projects and supports implementation of audit recommendations.
Preparation of reports
3. Provides administrative support to the Programme Unit focusing on achievement of the following results:

Proper control of the supporting documents for timely payments and financial reports for NIM/MIMprojects; preparation of PO and non-PO vouchers for development projects.
Review of NIM projects Financial Reports; preparation of non-PO vouchers for development projects.
Maintenance of the internal expenditures control system which ensures that vouchers processed are matched and completed; transactions are correctly recorded and posted in Atlas.
Timely corrective actions on unposted vouchers, including the vouchers with budget check errors, match exceptions, unapproved vouchers.
Creation of requisitions in Atlas for development projects, register of goods receipt in Atlas.
Making budget check for requisitions, POs and vouchers.
Documentation and maintenance of filing system in compliance with audit requirements and CO e-document management policy.
4. Support to project-related communication with partners focusing on achievement of the following results:

Drafting of timely, high quality official correspondence and meeting minutes
Planning and preparation of high quality conferences, meetings, and events to support the project initiation, running and closure processes
Effective liaison with partners regarding the implementation of the programme
Participate in missions, workshops and project activities as applicable
5. Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the CO focusing on achievement of the following results:

Strengthened project management practices and application of UNDP’s rules, regulations, and policies as well as UN interagency agreements
Organization of trainings for the operations/ projects staff and national counterparts on programme.
Contribution to inter-agency knowledge management activities under Delivering as One, particularly as relating to projects and programme.
Synthesis of lessons learnt and best practices in programme and participation in knowledge dissemination activities as applicable.
Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice, particularly in the area of project management.
Furthermore, UN Volunteers are required to:

Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark IVD);
Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country;
Reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they are undertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities;
Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.;
Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers;
Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering, or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.
Competencies
Competencies and Critical Success Factors

Functional Competencies:

1. Advocacy/Advancing A Policy-Oriented Agenda

Level 1.1: Support the preparation of information for advocacy

Identifies relevant information for advocacy for a variety of audiences
2. Results-Based Programme Development and Management

Level 1.1: Contributing to results through provision of information

Provides information and documentation on specific stages of projects/programme implementation
Provides background information to identify opportunities for project development and helps drafting proposals
3.Building Strategic Partnerships

Level 1.1: Maintaining information and databases

Analyzes general information and selects materials in support of partnership building initiatives
Maintains databases of donor information
Tracks and reports on mobilized resources
4.Innovation and Marketing New Approaches

Level 1.1: Implementing processes and uses products

Documents and tracks innovative strategies/best practices/new approaches
Responds positively to new approaches
5.Resource Mobilization (Field Duty Stations)

Level 1.1: Providing information for resource mobilization strategies

Maintains information/databases on potential and actual donors
Maintains database of project files
Provides data and information needed for preparation of project documents
6.Promoting Organizational Learning and Knowledge Sharing

Level 1.1: Basic research and analysis

Researches best practices and poses new, more effective ways of doing things
7.Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise

Level 1.1: Fundamental knowledge of processes, methods and procedures

Understands the main processes and methods of work regarding to the position
Possesses basic knowledge of organizational policies and procedures relating to the position and applies them consistently in work tasks
Strives to keep job knowledge up-to-date through self-directed study and other means of learning
Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments
Demonstrates in-depth understanding and knowledge of the current guidelines and project management tools, and utilizes these regularly in work assignments
8.Global Leadership and Advocacy for UNDP’s Goals

Level 1.1: Research and analysis

Identifies relevant information for advocacy for UNDP’s goals for a variety of audiences
9.Client Orientation

Level 1.1: Maintains effective client relationships

Reports to internal and external clients in a timely and appropriate fashion
Organizes and prioritizes work schedule to meet client needs and deadlines
Responds to client needs promptly
Core Competencies:

Demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity
Demonstrate corporate knowledge and sound judgment
Self-development, initiative-taking
Acting as a team player and facilitating team work
Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively
Creating synergies through self-control
Managing conflict
Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of others. Promoting learning and knowledge management/sharing is the responsibility of each staff member.
Informed and transparent decision making

Required Skills and Experience

Qualifications/Requirements:

Secondary Education preferably with specialized certification in Project Management, Accounting and Finance. University Degree in Business or Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences and Social Sciences would be desirable, but it is not a requirement.
6 years of progressively responsible administrative or programme experience is required at the national or international level. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.Motivated to contribute towards peace and development and to serve others;
Good interpersonal, networking and communication skills;
Willingness to contribute and work as part of a team;
Flexible and open to learning and new experiences;
Respect for diversity and adaptability to other cultures, environments and living conditions;
Fluency in spoken and written English and Swahiliis required
Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded;
Computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, social media, and others);

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ACCA Tutors at Emerson Education

Application Deadline: 30 Sep 2016

ACCA Tutors POSITION DESCRIPTION:

ACCA TUTORS (FULL TIME and PART TIME OPTIONS AVAILABLE)

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Looking for suitably qualified and experienced tutors to teach the following modules:

ACCA Curriculum:
* Foundations In Accountancy (FIA)
* Certified Accounting Technician (CAT)
• Knowledge Papers (F1 to F3)
• Skills Papers (F4 to F9)
• Professional Papers (P1 to P7)

The preferred person must:
* Be an ACCA holder
* Have at least 2 year hands-on teaching experience
* Be a proficient computer user
* Be able to work under pressure and with strict deadlines

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

* Send your application with all certificates & transcripts as One PDF File only via APPLY NOW button below

* Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for further recruitment processes
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Swahilihub Coordinator at Mwananchi Communications Limited

Application Deadline: 09 Sep 2016

Swahilihub Coordinator POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Mwananchi Communications Limited, publishers of the leading Tanzania newspapers, Mwananchi, The Citizen and Mwanaspoti is looking for motivated and highly experienced individuals to fill the position of:

Swahilihub Coordinator
Job Purpose:
The purpose of this job position is to spearhead and drive operations of Swahili hub portal and make it the premier Swahili portal on the worldwide web by providing leadership, exhibiting innovation and creativity and collaborating with internal and external players and stakeholders.

Main Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key result areas:
Plan the delivery of Swahilihub activities in accordance with the mission and
the goals of the group.
Develop and implement short term and long-term goals and objectives to achieve the successful outcome of the project.
Develop an annual budget and operating plan to support the project.
Develop a Swahilihub evaluation framework to ass areas or improvement.
Develop, implement and monitor Swahili hub commercialization plan to make the project sustainable.
Establish and implement a performance management process for all Swahili hub staff
Communicate with clients and other stakeholders to gain support for the
project and to solicit input to improve the project
Liaise with other managers to ensure the effective and efficient project delivery
Ensure that the project operates within the approved budget and write reports on the project for management
• Deadlines control - Zero tolerance
• Customer service: 24 hour turnaround for resolution of complaints

Qualifications and Attributes Required:
• Academic: Basic University Degree in Kiswahili from Reputable Institution

Experience:
5 years' working experience in Kiswahili editing Digital media knowledge will be an added advantage
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Must demonstrate a thorough understanding and knowledge of the dynamics of the Education systems and markets in East Africa.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Interested and suitably qualified individuals should forward their applications enclosing a detailed CV and copies of professional certificates, and a day time telephone contact by September 9, 2016 to;
Human Resources Manager,
Mwananchi Communications Ltd,
P. 0. Box 19754, Dar es Salaam.
Email via APPLY NOW below
NB:
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
MCL is an equal opportunity employer

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Secondary Teachers /School Leader at International School of Tanganyika

Application Deadline: 16 Sep 2016

Secondary Teachers /School Leader POSITION DESCRIPTION:

If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities at IST, please complete the following form.

We welcome qualified and experienced teachers who will support, challenge and inspire our students, with their varied learning needs and styles, to achieve their very best. We seek candidates who have experience in teaching the International Baccalaureate (IB) or other world-class, enquiry-based, child-centred curricula and who have worked successfully in a culturally diverse environment.

Interested applicants will be expected to:

Be fluent in English, oral and written
Have relevant and internationally-recognised teacher certification
Hold a minimum of a Bachelor Degree from an internationally-recognised university or college
Show whole-hearted commitment to child protection
Have experience of teaching the IB or similar internationally-recognised curriculum programmes
Plan and deliver lessons in accordance with the goals and objectives of a clearly defined and documented curriculum
Deliver an active, child-centred and enquiry-based programme to promote learning
Respond appropriately to the range of individual needs and capabilities within the classroom
Use ICT effectively in their teaching
Work collaboratively with colleagues in planning and delivering curriculum across traditional subject boundaries

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Project Officer – ICS at VSO Tanzania

Application Deadline: 11 Sep 2016

Project Officer – ICS POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Mtwara, Tanzania
Competitive
Fixed Term, 27 Month
Full Time, 40 hours per week

About VSO
VSO is the world’s leading independent international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty in developing countries. Our high-impact approach brings people together to share skills, build capabilities, promote international understanding and action to change lives and make the world a fairer place.

Role overview
You will ensure successful delivery of the ICS project project in Mtwara. You will manage a team of 2 volunteer team leaders and 24 youth volunteers. You will be promoting and encouraging appropriate behavior and ensuring safety and security standards procedures are met and understood by the team. You will ensure good partner relationship between VSO and partners we work with and other stake holders. You will represent VSO in meetings at the community.

Skills, qualifications and experience required
We are looking for dynamic and influential person to join the VSO ICS Tanzanian team. This person will lead and manage the VSO ICS Tanzania project in Mtwara

Your principal responsibility will be to ensure high quality project outcome delivery within the project budget and scope.

You will have excellent management skills, sound judgment, strong analysis and planning skills and the capacity to manage a substantial workload with responsibility for financial accountability and delivery of this project.

The person we are looking for will, be:
1. Qualified to degree level, have at least 2 year experience in project delivery and managing people.
2. Able to develop clear and realistic plans and deliver agreed objectives within deadlines
3. Experience working with youth in employ-ability is an added advantage.

VSO values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community and aim to be an equal opportunities employer. However VSO will not be providing working permit for candidates selected for this role hence those that have right to work in Tanzania are strongly encouraged to apply.

Due to anticipated interest in this post, only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

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Monday, August 22, 2016

Community Organizers at BRAC Zanzibar

Application Deadline: 31 Aug 2016

Community Organizers POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Position Description Document (download)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

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Credit Officers- Small Enterprise Program. at BRAC Zanzibar

Application Deadline: 31 Aug 2016

Website > http://www.brac.net/Tanzania

Credit Officers- Small Enterprise Program. POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Position Description Document (download)

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

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Finance & Admistrative Assistant at World Vision

Application Deadline: 01 Sep 2016

Finance & Admistrative Assistant POSITION DESCRIPTION:

JOB DESCRIPTION

Purpose of the position:
The purpose of the position is to provide Administrative and Logistical support to the Finance Division Director and staff.
Key roles and responsibilities:

Administrative Roles:

Managing the day to day operational and administrative activities of Finance Division by organizing flow of documents, prioritizing incoming requests, maintaining Finance Director’s Calendar, paperwork and control system and following up to ensure timely responses;
Handling of correspondence i.e. incoming and outgoing letters, scanning of financial documents for external correspondence to Auditors, Regional office, Partnership office, Banks and support offices like monthly Funding Requests, Funding confirmations;
Handling any Changes to bank account signatories and all Bank Accounts should have updated signatories and Signature control list is in place; and ensure banking correspondences are done in a timely manner;
Maintaining an in depth knowledge of Finance Division operations, responding and/or re-routing general request for information, electronic communication and facilitation, liaison with Finance staff form ADPs/Zones and guests from other organization;
Making necessary arrangements for Finance Division meetings, workshops and conferences, collating agenda items from team, booking appropriate venues and distributing background, organizing meetings, Coordinating monthly virtual or Skype meetings with Field Finance teams at Zonal/cluster level;
Making necessary arrangements for Finance Division meetings, workshops and conferences, collating agenda items from team, booking appropriate venues and distributing background, organizing meetings, Coordinating monthly virtual or Skype meetings with Field Finance teams at Zonal/cluster level;
Organizing documents and Reports for Approval by other departments/ND eg Monthly FFR and Cheques;
Following up on actions required by the Finance Division, Filling of documents and maintaining relevant files for audit, ease of access and future reference;
Coordinating administrative and logistical arrangements for Finance Division Director and staff visitors by providing timely information for hotel accommodations, airport pick-ups, local field travels and international travel in liaison with travel agents or support services division;
Demonstrating flexibility in understanding special assignments eg External and Internal Audits, obtaining , compiling and extracting from files, reports, vouchers and other sources as directed by Finance Director/managers;
Financial Management Roles:
Handling the petty cash for the office and ensure the petty cash requests are within approval ceiling limit; the amount requested are in agreement with supporting documents and ensure replenishment is done timely;
Ensure petty cash vouchers and other payments are properly and accurately coded per WVI CoA before posting;
Ensure all received cash/funds are receipted and deposited;
Receive and monitor/track the movements of invoices for payment;
Occasionally: Support the disbursement desk with payment for distribution invoices ( such as Air tell bills, fuel bills etc), monthly Project Funding disbursement and forex management whenever need arise and ensure the organization receives a desired foreign exchange rate;
General Financial Management:
Ensure you model customer service and promptly respond to all customers inquiries;
Exercise professional ethics and code of conduct in doing your work ( ie right attitude towards your assignments, high rate of integrity, confidentiality etc);
Maintain a high level of accuracy and quality product whenever doing your work;
Exercise timeliness in responding to all inquiries/task assigned;

Qualifications:

Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience
The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on the job training;
Education level required: Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration;
Strong Organization skills and ability to work under pressure;
Formal secretarial training and /or proficiency in computer software like Ms excel, power point etc. will be an added advantage;
Commitment to accuracy and attention to detail and a good command of English;
Experience: 3 -5 years of experience in providing support to a busy Finance , Administrative Division with many staff including virtual teams and executive assistant to senior staff;
Excellent typing skills, written and verbal communication, proven interpersonal and customer service skills.

Other competencies/Attributes:
Computer literate (Ms Word and excel).
Working Environment/Conditions:
Work environment – Office based with occasional travel to the field.

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Senior Personal Secretary at The East African Kiswahili Commission (EAKC)

Application Deadline: 16 Sep 2016

Senior Personal Secretary POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Senior Personal Secretary
(EAKC/SPS/HR/1/2016)
The East African Kiswahili Commission (EAKC) is an institution of the East African Community (EAC) responsible for the coordination and promotion of the development and use of Kiswahili in the region and beyond. The Commission is charged with the responsibility of ensuring the development of Kiswahili as a lingua franca for regional and international interaction for political, economic, social, cultural, educational, scientific and technical development. The Commission fulfills its mandate through research, teaching, learning and development of Kiswahili through policy formulation, knowledge generation and curriculum review and standardization of terminologies. In order to effectively fulfill that mandate and meet its objectives and planned activities, the Commission seeks applications from qualified persons for the following position

Organ / Institution: East African Kiswahili Commission (EAKC)

Duty Station: Zanzibar, Tanzania

Job Grade: G5

Job reports to: Senior Human Resource Officer

Job Purpose:

Senior Personal Secretary will work closely with the Executive Secretary to provide secretarial and administrative support to the Commission.

The applicant will often act as the Executive Secretary’s first point of contact with people from both inside and outside the Commission. They will often be relied upon heavily by the Executive Secretary, trusting that work will be handled efficiently in their absence. Discretion and confidentiality are therefore essential attributes for a successful candidate.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Manage the Executive Secretary’s office and coordinate secretarial services in the Commission;
Devise and maintain office systems, including data management and filing;
Provide administrative support for official travel arrangements, including itinerary, clearance, tickets, transfer and other necessary travel arrangements;
Organise and maintain Executive Secretary’s diary and make appointments;
Produce documents, briefing papers, reports and presentations;
Organise and attend meetings and ensure the Executive Secretary is well prepared for meetings;
Liaise with clients, suppliers and other Commission and Community staff;
Facilitate information sharing between various Directorates, Departments and stakeholders;
Prepare for meetings and appointments and take minutes;
Follow up on deadlines, commitments made and action taken;
Transcribe and draft official correspondences and memoranda;
Perform any other lawful duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Qualifications and Experience:
Higher National Diploma in Secretarial training or equivalent qualification plus ten (10) years relevant experience, five (5) of which should have been served in a senior office;
A degree in Secretarial training or Business or Administration or Management will be an added advantage;
Must have studied and passed well in Kiswahili.

Skills and Competencies:

Good command of spoken and written Kiswahili and English;
Excellent word processing and IT knowledge and skills in a range of software packages;
Good organizational and time management skills;
Flexibility, adaptability and ability to multi-task and work extra hours;
Ability to research, digest, analyse and present material clearly and concisely;
Attention to detail;
Excellent customer care;
Excellent interpersonal relations;
Self-motivated and able to work on own initiative with limited supervision;
Honesty and reliability;
Discretion and understanding of confidentiality issues.

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Accounts Assistant/Cashier at The East African Kiswahili Commission (EAKC)

Application Deadline: 16 Sep 2016

Accounts Assistant/Cashier POSITION DESCRIPTION:

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Deputy Executive Secretary (Projects and Program) at The East African Kiswahili Commission (EAKC)

Application Deadline: 16 Sep 2016

Deputy Executive Secretary (Projects and Program) POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Deputy Executive Secretary (Projects and Programs)
(EAKC/DES/PP/1/2016)

The East African Kiswahili Commission (EAKC) is an institution of the East African Community (EAC) responsible for the coordination and promotion of the development and use of Kiswahili in the region and beyond. The Commission is charged with the responsibility of ensuring the development of Kiswahili as a lingua franca for regional and international interaction for political, economic, social, cultural, educational, scientific and technical development. The Commission fulfills its mandate through research, teaching, learning and development of Kiswahili through policy formulation, knowledge generation and curriculum review and standardization of terminologies. In order to effectively fulfill that mandate and meet its objectives and planned activities, the Commission seeks applications from qualified persons for the following position:

Organ / Institution: East African Kiswahili Commission (EAKC)

Duty Station: Zanzibar, Tanzania

Job Grade: P5

Job reports to: Executive Secretary

Job Purpose:
Assist and support the Executive Secretary in executing the mandate of the Commission, by providing overall leadership in Projects and Programmatic operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop projects and programs that will ensure the promotion and use of Kiswahili in the East African Community and beyond;
Initiate projects and programmes relevant to the development and use of Kiswahili in the region and beyond;
Assist the Executive Secretary in providing an oversight role in coordinating Kiswahili projects and programs;
Promote projects and programmes geared towards the development and use of Kiswahili;
Monitor the implementation of projects and programs of the Commission;
Evaluate projects and programmes of the Commission;
Liaise with stakeholders in the promotion, development and use of Kiswahili;
Prepare initiatives for resource mobilization for Kiswahili projects and programmes;
Write timely, lucid and accurate Project and Programme reports for the Commission and stakeholders;
Carry out any other lawful functions that may be assigned by the Executive Secretary.

Qualifications and Experience:

QUALIFICATIONS:

At least a Masters Degree in Kiswahili Studies (Linguistics; Literature or Education);
A Ph.D in Kiswahili Studies is an added advantage;
Multi-disciplinary background is necessary;
Knowledge of Arabic is an added advantage.

EXPERIENCE:

At least ten (10) years of which five (5) should be at the level of management and leadership in an academic or research institution;
Competence in Kiswahili research and publications; Developed successful Kiswahili projects and programs; Initiated projects and programmes relevant to the development and use of Kiswahili;
Coordinated Kiswahili projects and programs;
Participated in the promotion of Kiswahili projects and programmes;
Participated in monitoring and implementation of Kiswahili projects and programmes;
Involved in the evaluation of Kiswahili projects and programmes;
Dealt with stakeholders in the promotion, development and use of Kiswahili;
Evidence of ability to mobilize and manage resources;
Establishment of linkages and partnerships;
Capacity to write timely, clear and accurate Project and Programme reports.

Skills and Competencies:

a) Professionalism

Ability to oversee and produce analytical reports on projects and programmes;
A high-level of managerial competence;
Pride in work and achievements;
Conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results.

b) Skills

Strong administrative and organizational capacity;
Excellent command of spoken and written Kiswahili and English;
Ability to work in a multi-cultural/diverse environment;
Literacy and knowledge of a wide range of computer packages;
Knowledge of Arabic required but not mandatory;
Strong interpersonal skills and integrity, including excellent negotiation skills.
Eligibility:
Candidates are invited from all EAC Partner States except Kenya.

Applicants should not be more than 55 years as retirement age at the EAC is 60 years.

Terms and Conditions of Service:
The successful candidate will serve on contract for a period of three (3) years renewable once upon satisfactory performance for a final term of 3 years.

Fringe Benefits:
A comprehensive remuneration package commensurate with Professional qualifications and Diplomatic status of the post will be offered to the suitable applicant. Additional details of other benefits can be obtained from the Commission Secretariat.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants who meet the above criteria should submit their applications in either hard or soft copies including:

Letter of motivation;
Certified copies of degree awards;
Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae;
Membership Certificates of professional and academic associations;
A photocopy of the biodata page of passport;
A letter of support from the current or previous employer;
Complete names and contacts of three referees.
to:

The Director,
Executive Selection Division
Deloitte Consulting Limited
10th Floor PPF Tower Cnr of Ohio Street & Garden Avenue:
P O Box 1559 Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania
Fax +255(22) 2116379
E-mail: esd@deloitte.co.tz