Research, Innovations and Policy Analysis (RIPA) Manager X 1 at HakiElimu

Application deadline 2017-08-16

Location

Other Dar es Salaam District Dar Es Salaam

Description

Daily News 7/8/2017
HakiElimu works to realize equity, quality, human rights and democracy in education by facilitating communities to transform schools and influence policy making; stimulating imaginative public dialogue and organizing for change; conducting critical research; policy analysis and advocacy and collaborating with partners to advance common interests and social justice. The overall goal of HakiElimu is: An open, just and democratic society with quality education for all.
HakiElimu is looking for enthusiastic, motivated and result oriented candidates to fill in the following positions:
Research, Innovations and Policy Analysis (RIPA) Manager (1 post)

Job Purpose:
The Research, Innovations and Policy Analysis (RIPA) Manager will be responsible for implementation and monitoring of RIPA departmental plans and budget. He/she will be responsible to organize, supervise and support RIP A staff, volunteers and interns to implement plans to achieve objectives and results. In collaboration with the Head of Programme the candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing research projects that generates evidence for advocacy aiming to promote accessibility, equity and inclusive quality education in a friendly and protective environment.

Person Specification
i. Bachelor degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies or closely related relevant field. Possession of a Master Degree is ail added advantage.
ii. At least five years of relevant work experience of which three years should be in managerial position.
iii. Excellent research skills, conceptual and analytical skills, creativity, ability to see the big picture', to synthesize and understand complex issues quickly.
iv. Knowledge of Tanzania education sector, policy, programs and strategies.
v. Strong organizational and management skills, ability to multi-task, and manage and motivate staff to deliver quality results on time.
vi. Excellent writing and communication skills, ability to quickly summarize complex issues and communicate in an effective, clear and accessible manner

APPLICATION
Full Job Descriptions and the Applications forms can be downloaded from: www.hakielimu.org Application Closing Date: 16 August 2017.
NOTE: HakiElimu is committed to keeping children safe from abuse and harm; therefore candidates applying for this post will be subject to child safeguarding recruitment procedures and checks. We promote equal opportunities and strive to be fully representational to all groups. HakiElimu actively encourages diversity -qualified women and minority are encouraged to apply. Only short listed candidates will be contacted