Job Opportunty at International Rescue Committee, Deputy Project Coordinator

 

Requisition ID: req17304

Job Title: Deputy Project Coordinator

Sector: Education

Employment Category: Fixed Term

Employment Type: Full-Time

Open to Expatriates: No

Location: Kasulu, Tanzania

Job Description

Background Summary:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 28 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

Project Background

PlayMatters (2020-2025) is an education initiative funded through a $100 million grant from the LEGO Foundation. The program reimagines childhood for 800,000+ refugee and host-community children across Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Uganda – children whose education and social development has been affected by displacement and trauma. Building on children’s amazing resilience and a growing evidence base supporting Learning through Play methodologies, PlayMatters cultivates holistic learning for children ages 3-12+. PlayMatters is led by the International Rescue Committee and includes Plan International, War Child Holland, Innovations for Poverty Action, the Behavioral Insights Team in partnership with the LEGO Foundation.

Scope of work

The Deputy Project Coordinator will be responsible to assist with overall project coordination in country, ensuring the project achieves the expected results in Tanzania and is implemented in accordance with the donor agreement, donor regulations, and internationally recognized quality of assistance standards. S/he will assist in ensuring effective design and implementation of technical and operational project activities throughout all stages of the project. S/he will provide oversight support to project implementing staff to ensure that delivery is to the desired standards, on time and compliant to donor and in-country guidelines. S/he will also support engagements with other key stakeholders required to achieve results including the government the UN and other humanitarian coordination actors, the PlayMatters Consortium and other implementing agencies outside of the consortium. S/he will be expected to work collaboratively with the IRC’s Sector technical coordinators, operations team, and the finance team to support coordination, integration, and coherence of the project with other IRC Tanzania sectors

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Support the PlayMatters Project Coordinator to provide day to day guidance, follow up and oversight support to ensure long-term and short-term priorities are on track.
• Co-lead and coordinate key project staff during the development of project annual work plans, annual budgets, and performance plans.
• Monitor project progress and compliance to set results, planned schedules, priorities, and performance standards   reporting and communications priorities.
• Regular update and utilize project tools, including IRC’s work, procurement, spending, and monitoring plans.
• Guide, monitor and maintain high levels of support for supervisees and other project staff development, accountability, and overall performance.
• Contribute to day-to-day project related communications and follow up with in-country senior management, staff, and partners.
• Work closely with supervisees and relevant in country departments to guide, plan, monitor, and verify appropriate use of the project resources.
• Ensure that program documentation and donor reports are of high quality, timely and comply with internal IRC requirements and project donor requirements.
• Ensure inter-departmental and inter-sectoral collaboration within IRC Tanzania with other sectors.
• Delegated representation of the PlayMatters Project Coordinator as required.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree from an accredited university in education, international development, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing education programs in humanitarian or development context, preferably with an INGO.
• Experience in project and budget management in large-scale, multi-million-dollar, complex, and multi-partner projects.
• Demonstrated success in staff capacity-building and in participatory, flexible, and gender-sensitive programming and implementation.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili required.

Warning :

Please be warned of various schemes, being circulated via e-mails, from the Internet web sites, and via regular mail or fax, falsely being issued by or associated with the IRC . Beware that The IRC do not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training or any other fees). If asked of any payment please contact TZ-Recruitement@Rescue.Org

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Job Opportunity at International Rescue Committee, Deputy Project Coordinator of Research – PlayMatters

 

 

Requisition ID: req17306

Job Title: Deputy Project Coordinator of Research – PlayMatters

Sector: Education

Employment Category: Fixed Term

Employment Type: Full-Time

Open to Expatriates: No

Location: Kasulu, Tanzania

Job Description

 IRC Background:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC works with people forced to flee from war, conflict and disaster and the host communities which support them, as well as those who remain within their homes and communities. At work today in over 40 countries and 25 U.S. cities, we improve outcomes in the areas of health, safety, economic wellbeing, education, and power.

Project Background

PlayMatters (2020-2025) is an education initiative funded through a $100 million grant from the LEGO Foundation. The program reimagines childhood for 800,000+ refugee and host-community children across Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Uganda – children whose education and social development has been affected by displacement and trauma. Building on children’s amazing resilience and a growing evidence base supporting Learning through Play methodologies, PlayMatters cultivates holistic learning for children ages 3-12+. PlayMatters is led by the International Rescue Committee and includes Plan International, War Child Holland, Innovations for Poverty Action, the Behavioral Insights Team in partnership with the LEGO Foundation.

The PlayMatters consortium has committed to building the evidence base through rigorous research across the program cycle. The Research Agenda is structured around a single overarching research question focuses on children’s holistic learning outcomes and resilience and under this question are four LtP topics that mirror the four thematic pillars of the Play Matters project: Educators, Parents and other Caregivers, Communities, and Education Systems.  In addition, the cross-cutting themes of gender, inclusion and protection will be integrated into the majority of studies. The four topics will be studied in different refugee and host community settings in the three countries in which the PlayMatters project is being implemented: Uganda, Tanzania and Ethiopia. Not all studies will take place in every country, although some studies will be cross-national.

Scope of Work:

The Deputy Project Coordinator of Research forms the backbone of the PlayMatters country-based research team. She/he will be responsible for coordinating the implementation of multiple IRC-led research projects in Tanzania within the PlayMatters consortium and collaborating with other PlayMatters research staff from Consortium Partners (War Child Holland, IPA, and Behavioral Insights Team). With technical guidance from the PlayMatters Deputy Project Director of Research (based in Kampala) and the Principal Investigators for each study, the Deputy Project Coordinator of Research will coordinate in-country activities related to research design, IRB clearance, stakeholder engagement, enumerator training, data collection, and data analysis processes. He/she will be responsible for assuring the quality and ethical implementation of in-country PlayMatters research studies and will also serve as the main point of contact in-country on matters relating to PlayMatters research, including liaising with the Program Management Committee, Content Development Committee, MEAL and policy/advocacy teams as needed.

The Deputy Project Coordinator of Research is part of the PlayMatters project team in Tanzania. He/she will report to the Research & Innovation Hub Coordinator with a dotted reporting line to the PlayMatters Project Coordinator.

Roles and Responsibilities

• With the close collaboration and supervision of the Principal Investigators (for IRC-led studies), coordinate all aspects of the implementation of designated research project/s, including:
• Country-level development and submission of research applications, ethics submissions, and protocols for research projects.
• Conduct or supervise country and community-level participatory consultation with stakeholders and participants at all stages of research planning, preparation, implementation, and dissemination.
• Coordinate with colleagues from the PlayMatters MEAL team and, as appropriate, align research and MEAL data collection and analysis activities.
• Country level work-planning, budgeting, and reporting on PlayMatters research projects
• Selecting and hiring local research assistants and enumerators.
• Undertake travel to field locations where required and if possible, to consult with colleagues and stakeholders, provide training and technical support, and oversee quality assurance.
• Managing and reporting on adverse events and serious adverse events related to implementing the research project according to data management protocols.
• Competency and capacity-building of local research team in research methods, research ethics, the research protocol, data management, and child safeguarding with PlayMatters regional team.
• Supervision and coordination of the tasks of the local research team including:
• Regular supervision meetings and performance appraisals
• Scheduling and coordination of data collection including managing logistics such as transport, work schedules, resources required.
• Support and coordination for data management
• Monitoring of quality of data collection, adherence to participatory and ethical practices, and intervention fidelity
• Overseeing data entry and data set cleaning if needed.
• Participating in regular research supervision and coordination meetings with PlayMatters regional research team and IRC’s Research & Innovation department.
• Supporting or leading write-up and submission of academic manuscripts, book chapters, conference presentations, or other publications related to designated research projects.
• Communicating key information from the research in a simple, clear, effective way to stakeholders that are non-researchers including community members and participants.
• Serving as the main point of contact in-country on matters relating to PlayMatters research, including liaising with the Program Management Committee, Content Development Committee, MEAL, and policy/advocacy teams as needed.

 Qualifications

• A Masters or doctoral degree in Education, Psychology, Social Sciences, International Development, or Social Sciences-Related discipline.
• At least five years’ experience leading and coordinating field-based/community-based research with human subjects in a relevant field (i.e. psychosocial support, education, and/or child protection).
• Excellent communication skills in English (oral and written).
• Proven track record in implementing research activities for human subjects research projects.
• Proven track record in qualitative and quantitative data management for human subjects research projects.
• Proven track record in implementing mixed methods research design.
• Experience in capacity building and supervising research assistants.
• Ability to communicate the principles of research to others in a simple, clear, effective way.
• Ability to critically reflect on research implementation progress and collaborate with stakeholders to keep research on track and of high quality.
• Proactivity and ability to operate independently.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and analyze data using SPSS or similar data analysis software.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct presentations and facilitate workshops.

Skills:

• Strong (creative/interactive) training skills.
• Strong supervision, coaching and communication skills.
• Strong planning skills
• Able to quickly and with attention to detail identify needs / gaps and work towards solutions.
• Cultural sensitivity.
• Results-oriented.
• Willing and able to travel regularly.

 Warning :

Please be warned of various schemes, being circulated via e-mails, from the Internet web sites, and via regular mail or fax, falsely being issued by or associated with the IRC . Beware that The IRC do not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training or any other fees). If asked of any payment please contact TZ-Recruitement@Rescue.Org

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Job Opportunity at International Rescue Committee, Grants and Partnership Manager- PlayMatters

 

Requisition ID: req17307

Job Title: Grants and Partnership Manager- PlayMatters (One Position)

Sector: Education

Employment Category: Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time

Open to Expatriates: No

Location: Kasulu, Tanzania

Job Description

Key Working Relationships:

 Position Reports to: Grants Coordinator

 Indirect Reporting: Deputy Project Coordinator –  PlayMatters

 Position supervises: N/A

IRC Summary

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC works with people forced to flee from war, conflict and disaster and the host communities which support them, as well as those who remain within their homes and communities. At work today in over 40 countries and 25 U.S. cities, we improve outcomes in the areas of health, safety, economic wellbeing, education, and power.

 Project Background

PlayMatters (2020-2025) is an education initiative funded through a $100 million grant from the LEGO Foundation. The program reimagines childhood for 800,000+ refugee and host-community children across Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Uganda – children whose education and social development has been affected by displacement and trauma. Building on children’s amazing resilience and a growing evidence base supporting Learning through Play methodologies, PlayMatters cultivates holistic learning for children ages 3-12+. PlayMatters is led by the International Rescue Committee and includes Plan International, War Child Holland, Innovations for Poverty Action, the Behavioral Insights Team in partnership with the LEGO Foundation.

Position Overview

Reporting directly to the IRC Tanzania Grants Coordinator with an indirect reporting line into the PlayMatters Deputy Project Coordinator, the Grants and Partnership Manager- PlayMatters will be an important member of the PlayMatters Tanzania project team, based in Kasulu supporting the project, grant, and partnership management for PlayMatters in Tanzania. S/he will  serve as the primary liaison to in-country consortium partners, ensuring compliance to donor rules and regulations while maintaining  active and cooperative relationships with all the IRC Regional Project Team (RPT), based in Kampala, and the Tanzania PlayMatters project staff and partners on grant administration and partnership related matters.

 Roles and Responsibilities

Grants Management

• Provide overall oversight of the grant administration of the PlayMatters project in Tanzania, including conducting internal and consortium-wide project cycle meetings (Project Opening, Review, Closing, and monthly Budget vs. Actual (BvA) meetings) to enable regular and structured review of project performance;
•  Support the PlayMatters team to ensure that the project is well-administered and implemented in compliance with relevant donor regulations and IRC procedures.
• Monitor and support the IRC project team to properly utilize grant management tools such as: BvAs; work plans; spending plans; and procurement plans, to ensure accurate tracking of implementation and timely alerts of potential challenges/obstacle to in-country and regional project management teams;
• Maintain a broad and deep understanding of donor policies, regulations, and procedures and build this knowledge among appropriate IRC and consortium team members;
• Lead internal and external reporting with program, M&E, research and finance teams, ensuring high-quality, well-written and timely reports meeting donor and IRC requirements;
• Manage in-country reporting timelines, providing reporting support/follow-up when needed, and coordinating internal reviews;
• Work closely with the Finance Officer – PlayMatters and the wider Finance department to monitor budget expenditure rates and provide feedback to project coordination team on key issues related to budget management;
• Maintain project files and grant records, in accordance to IRC Tanzania records maintenance policies;
• Support and maintain project institutional knowledge with relevant staff members;
• Respond to ad-hoc HQ/regional project team, donor and IRC Tanzania staff requests and questions related to compliance and grants management;

Partnerships

• Guide, mentor and support project staff and partners on IRC’s partnership management system (PEERs);
•  Monitor the partners’ annual work and performance plans, in line with the wider project work plan, and ensure that long-term and short-term priorities are on track;
• Work closely with the Regional Project Team (RPT) to support with in-country partners’ monitoring, report review, and other grant-related issues;
• Undertake and organize regular project review meetings with partners to discuss programmatic, operational, and financial progress across the consortium
• Conduct monitoring visits to field locations and provide capacity building and training for field staff on reporting and donor compliance issues as necessary.
•  Coordinate grant related information sharing, meetings, periodical check ins and reviews with project staff and partners
• Support the Tanzania project team and regional project team on all
• Liaise with the RPT regarding all in-country PlayMatters grant management and partnership issues

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline, master’s degree preferred.
•  At least five years’ experience working in humanitarian or development programs; regional experience preferred.
• Previous experience working with international non-governmental organizations in the area of grant management, proposal development (program narratives and budgets) and donor reporting required.
•  Budget development, management and monitoring skills required, must be able to review and provide feedback on budgets (both internal budget and donor budget templates)
• Superb organization skills; the post holder will need to multi-task and independently manage high risk and high-pressure priorities affecting program sustainability
• Ability to prioritize high volumes of work to meet tight deadlines, while producing high-quality outcomes and attention to detail is a must.
• Consortium management experience is a plus.
• High degree of flexibility, including a willingness to work beyond core hours at times to meet deadlines or in emergency situations.
• Very strong written communication skills; including in reports, proposals and formal and informal correspondence.
• High-level of knowledge and practice with Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. required.
•  Excellent English and Kiswahili: written and verbal communications

Standards for Professional Conduct

The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way – Standards for Professional Conduct.  These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability.  In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation

Gender Equality

IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances.

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Warning :

Please be warned of various schemes, being circulated via e-mails, from the Internet web sites, and via regular mail or fax, falsely being issued by or associated with the IRC . Beware that The IRC do not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training or any other fees). If asked of any payment please contact TZ-Recruitement@Rescue.Org

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Job Opportunity at International Rescue Committee, Grants and Partnership Manager- PlayMatters

 

Requisition ID: req17307

Job Title: Grants and Partnership Manager- PlayMatters (One Position)

Sector: Education

Employment Category: Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time

Open to Expatriates: No

Location: Kasulu, Tanzania

Job Description

Key Working Relationships:

 Position Reports to: Grants Coordinator

 Indirect Reporting: Deputy Project Coordinator –  PlayMatters

 Position supervises: N/A

IRC Summary

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC works with people forced to flee from war, conflict and disaster and the host communities which support them, as well as those who remain within their homes and communities. At work today in over 40 countries and 25 U.S. cities, we improve outcomes in the areas of health, safety, economic wellbeing, education, and power.

 Project Background

PlayMatters (2020-2025) is an education initiative funded through a $100 million grant from the LEGO Foundation. The program reimagines childhood for 800,000+ refugee and host-community children across Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Uganda – children whose education and social development has been affected by displacement and trauma. Building on children’s amazing resilience and a growing evidence base supporting Learning through Play methodologies, PlayMatters cultivates holistic learning for children ages 3-12+. PlayMatters is led by the International Rescue Committee and includes Plan International, War Child Holland, Innovations for Poverty Action, the Behavioral Insights Team in partnership with the LEGO Foundation.

Position Overview

Reporting directly to the IRC Tanzania Grants Coordinator with an indirect reporting line into the PlayMatters Deputy Project Coordinator, the Grants and Partnership Manager- PlayMatters will be an important member of the PlayMatters Tanzania project team, based in Kasulu supporting the project, grant, and partnership management for PlayMatters in Tanzania. S/he will  serve as the primary liaison to in-country consortium partners, ensuring compliance to donor rules and regulations while maintaining  active and cooperative relationships with all the IRC Regional Project Team (RPT), based in Kampala, and the Tanzania PlayMatters project staff and partners on grant administration and partnership related matters.

 Roles and Responsibilities

Grants Management

• Provide overall oversight of the grant administration of the PlayMatters project in Tanzania, including conducting internal and consortium-wide project cycle meetings (Project Opening, Review, Closing, and monthly Budget vs. Actual (BvA) meetings) to enable regular and structured review of project performance;
•  Support the PlayMatters team to ensure that the project is well-administered and implemented in compliance with relevant donor regulations and IRC procedures.
• Monitor and support the IRC project team to properly utilize grant management tools such as: BvAs; work plans; spending plans; and procurement plans, to ensure accurate tracking of implementation and timely alerts of potential challenges/obstacle to in-country and regional project management teams;
• Maintain a broad and deep understanding of donor policies, regulations, and procedures and build this knowledge among appropriate IRC and consortium team members;
• Lead internal and external reporting with program, M&E, research and finance teams, ensuring high-quality, well-written and timely reports meeting donor and IRC requirements;
• Manage in-country reporting timelines, providing reporting support/follow-up when needed, and coordinating internal reviews;
• Work closely with the Finance Officer – PlayMatters and the wider Finance department to monitor budget expenditure rates and provide feedback to project coordination team on key issues related to budget management;
• Maintain project files and grant records, in accordance to IRC Tanzania records maintenance policies;
• Support and maintain project institutional knowledge with relevant staff members;
• Respond to ad-hoc HQ/regional project team, donor and IRC Tanzania staff requests and questions related to compliance and grants management;

Partnerships

• Guide, mentor and support project staff and partners on IRC’s partnership management system (PEERs);
•  Monitor the partners’ annual work and performance plans, in line with the wider project work plan, and ensure that long-term and short-term priorities are on track;
• Work closely with the Regional Project Team (RPT) to support with in-country partners’ monitoring, report review, and other grant-related issues;
• Undertake and organize regular project review meetings with partners to discuss programmatic, operational, and financial progress across the consortium
• Conduct monitoring visits to field locations and provide capacity building and training for field staff on reporting and donor compliance issues as necessary.
•  Coordinate grant related information sharing, meetings, periodical check ins and reviews with project staff and partners
• Support the Tanzania project team and regional project team on all
• Liaise with the RPT regarding all in-country PlayMatters grant management and partnership issues;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline, master’s degree preferred.
•  At least five years’ experience working in humanitarian or development programs; regional experience preferred.
• Previous experience working with international non-governmental organizations in the area of grant management, proposal development (program narratives and budgets) and donor reporting required.
•  Budget development, management and monitoring skills required, must be able to review and provide feedback on budgets (both internal budget and donor budget templates)
• Superb organization skills; the post holder will need to multi-task and independently manage high risk and high-pressure priorities affecting program sustainability
• Ability to prioritize high volumes of work to meet tight deadlines, while producing high-quality outcomes and attention to detail is a must.
• Consortium management experience is a plus.
• High degree of flexibility, including a willingness to work beyond core hours at times to meet deadlines or in emergency situations.
• Very strong written communication skills; including in reports, proposals and formal and informal correspondence.
• High-level of knowledge and practice with Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. required.
•  Excellent English and Kiswahili: written and verbal communications

 

Standards for Professional Conduct

The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way – Standards for Professional Conduct.  These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability.  In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.

Gender Equality

IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances.

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Warning :

Please be warned of various schemes, being circulated via e-mails, from the Internet web sites, and via regular mail or fax, falsely being issued by or associated with the IRC . Beware that The IRC do not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training or any other fees). If asked of any payment please contact TZ-Recruitement@Rescue.Org

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Job Opportunity at International Rescue Committee, Content and Curriculum Development Manager – PlayMatters

 

Requisition ID: req17310

Job Title: Content and Curriculum Development Manager – PlayMatters (One Position)

Sector: Education

Employment Category: Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time

Open to Expatriates: No

Location: Kasulu, Tanzania

Job Description

Key Working Relationships:

Position Reports to: Deputy Project Coordinator – PlayMatters

Indirect Reporting: N/A

Position supervises: 2 Content and Development Officers, 1 Illustrator

 

IRC Summary

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC works with people forced to flee from war, conflict and disaster and the host communities which support them, as well as those who remain within their homes and communities. At work today in over 40 countries and 25 U.S. cities, we improve outcomes in the areas of health, safety, economic wellbeing, education, and power.

 Project Background

PlayMatters (2020-2025) is an education initiative funded through a $100 million grant from the LEGO Foundation. The program reimagines childhood for 800,000+ refugee and host-community children across Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Uganda – children whose education and social development has been affected by displacement and trauma. Building on children’s amazing resilience and a growing evidence base supporting Learning through Play methodologies, PlayMatters cultivates holistic learning for children ages 3-12+. PlayMatters is led by the International Rescue Committee and includes Plan International, War Child Holland, Innovations for Poverty Action, the Behavioral Insights Team in partnership with the LEGO Foundation. 

Position Overview

The Content and Curriculum Development Manager will report to the country Deputy Project Coordinator and work closely with the regional content development/adaptation team and other PlayMatters Project staffs to develop/adapt content and test developed content and approaches for teachers, parents and children.  S/he will also support to map existing teaching and learning materials for preschool and primary school children in Tanzania and establish a framework for Learning through Play (LtP) competencies and quality LtP standards. In doing so, the Content and Curriculum Development Manager will ensure the type of engagement in design and implementation necessary to achieve joint priorities and objectives of providing play-based learning opportunities for all children.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Contribute to PlayMatters collection of existing teaching and learning materials being used in the country, region and globally with a framework for continuous collaboration and integration of best practices;
•  Based on behavioral insights mapping and human centered design research, co-lead in the development of and lead localization of content for educators, caregivers, community leaders and system actors;
• Lead in conducting needs assessments for educators, caregivers, community leaders and system actors, to ensure that scope and sequence of the training is relevant and responsive to  needs;
•  Report and pilot samples of different content areas and delivery mechanisms for educators, caregivers, community leaders and system actors;
• Develop and lead implementation of rapid and iterative testing for developed content and approaches;
•  Lead in the piloting and testing process of the Learning through Play guides, content, and curriculum in coordination with other consortium members in the refugee camps and host community;
• Engage government and humanitarian coordination leads, implementing partners, teachers, parents, and children through structured adaptation processes;
•  Develop/adapt training content for educators, caregivers, community leaders and system actors in refugee and refugee host communities through participatory and consultative process involving local teacher education colleges and other education stakeholders;
• Deliver ToTs to prepare trainers from PlayMatters, other education service providers and the government to conduct trainings with educators, caregivers, community leaders, and system actors;
• Support the monitoring of quality/fidelity of these trainings in collaboration with the MEAL staff at local level;
• Ensure that educators, caregivers, community leaders and system actors have ongoing technical support and opportunities to practice what they have learnt;
• Update key messages and communications materials on play-based learning to reflect the Tanzanian context targeting refugees and host communities and update as the context evolves;
• Lead in training teachers, parents/caregivers, education personnel on Learning through Play approaches.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to educators and education personnel to integrate and mainstream Learning through Play in their teachings;
• Support ways for caregivers to integrate Learning through Play to day-to-day children activities;
• Perform other duties as may be assigned by your supervisor.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree from an accredited university in education, curriculum development, education management or related field.
•  Minimum of 5 years of experience in content/curriculum development/adaptation, testing, and training. Experience of working NGO setting and in education emergency responses programs is an added advantage.
• Demonstratable strong background in developing contents, modules and guidelines for teachers, parents, and caregivers. Experience with Learning through Play approaches will be considered a strong asset.
• Experience teaching in ECD, Primary, secondary School and teacher education preferred.
• Proven track record of and knowledge of engaging with government priorities, systems, and structure.
• Demonstrated success in developing educational/training content and delivery.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili is required.

Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including presentation and public speaking.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask while working on projects with varying activities, objectives, and deliverables.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Creates a strong sense of purpose within the portfolio and with stakeholders.
• Willingness and capacity to be flexible and accommodating in difficult working conditions.

Abilities

• Communicate effectively in a multi-cultural environment and diplomatically manage collegial relationships.
• Work productively in a team environment and the ability to meet unexpected demands.
• Pay attention to details and set priorities.

Standards for Professional Conduct

The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way – Standards for Professional Conduct.  These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability.  In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.

Gender Equality

IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances.

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Warning :

 Please be warned of various schemes, being circulated via e-mails, from the Internet web sites, and via regular mail or fax, falsely being issued by or associated with the IRC . Beware that The IRC do not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training or any other fees). If asked of any payment please contact TZ-Recruitement@Rescue.Org

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

 

Job Opportunity at International Rescue Committee, Finance Officer – PlayMatters

Requisition ID: req17311

Job Title: Finance Officer – PlayMatters

Sector: Education

Employment Category: Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time

Open to Expatriates: No

Location: Kasulu, Tanzania

Job Description

Key Working Relationships:

Position Reports to: Senior Finance Manager

Indirect Reporting: Deputy Project Coordinator –  PlayMatters

Position supervises: N/A

 

IRC Summary

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC works with people forced to flee from war, conflict and disaster and the host communities which support them, as well as those who remain within their homes and communities. At work today in over 40 countries and 25 U.S. cities, we improve outcomes in the areas of health, safety, economic wellbeing, education, and power.

 Project Background

PlayMatters (2020-2025) is an education initiative funded through a $100 million grant from the LEGO Foundation. The program reimagines childhood for 800,000+ refugee and host-community children across Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Uganda – children whose education and social development has been affected by displacement and trauma. Building on children’s amazing resilience and a growing evidence base supporting Learning through Play methodologies, PlayMatters cultivates holistic learning for children ages 3-12+. PlayMatters is led by the International Rescue Committee and includes Plan International, War Child Holland, Innovations for Poverty Action, the Behavioral Insights Team in partnership with the LEGO Foundation. 

Position Overview

Reporting directly to the IRC Tanzania Senior Finance Manager with an indirect reporting line into the PlayMatters Deputy Project Coordinator, the Finance Officer – PlayMatters will be an important member of the PlayMatters Tanzania project team, based in Kasulu, supporting the financial management for PlayMatters in Tanzania. S/he will  be responsible for ensuring that day-to-day accounting operations and financial management functions are performed in accordance with IRC’s policies and procedures, and in accordance with he Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Roles and Responsibilities

 Financial Management

•  Actively engage and support the project team in various financial management tasks, including preparation and monitoring of Budget vs. Actuals (BvAs) reports on a monthly basis;
•  Support in the preparation of project spending plans, and ensure spending plans are updated on a timely basis.
• Support in the development and revision of annual project budgets with inputs from the project team and various IRC departments.
• Work in close liaison with logistics and program departments, to ensure that financial expenditures and commitment are accurately reflected in financial reports and BvA reports;
• Check and analyze expenditure transactions for accuracy and make adjusting entries with proper supporting documentation and approval when applicable;
• Prepare quarterly donor financial reports, ensuring reported information is accurate and compliant with donor rules, regulations and reporting requirements;
• Assist in the implementation of Finance policies, procedures and systems;Provide support and training to program staff on financial management issues, finance tools and processes specific to project financial management.

 

Project Accounting and Compliance Oversight

• Review Purchase Orders and Purchase Requests for proper coding and budget adequacy;
• Participate in tenders and review tender documents;
• Review all payment documents for proper and adequate back up;
• Verify completeness and accuracy for all accounting documents;
• Support in processing payments to vendors, and for other activities such as trainings, per diems, transports and other payments;
• Support with filing and proper arrangements of all finance documents;
• Assist program staff on filing finance documents, such as PRs, payment vouchers, etc

 

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting from accredited college / institutes in Tanzania.
• At least three years of work experience in accounting / finance, and experience working in humanitarian or development NGO programs a plus.
• Computer literate with significant experience in Excel, accounting package knowledge (SUN system will be an added advantage.
• Budget development, management and monitoring skills are an added advantage.
• Ability to prioritize high volumes of work to meet tight deadlines, while producing high-quality outcomes and attention to detail is a must.
• High degree of flexibility, including a willingness to work beyond core hours at times to meet deadlines or in emergency situations.

Standards for Professional Conduct

The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way – Standards for Professional Conduct.  These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability.  In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.

Gender Equality

IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances.

IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Warning :

Please be warned of various schemes, being circulated via e-mails, from the Internet web sites, and via regular mail or fax, falsely being issued by or associated with the IRC . Beware that The IRC do not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training or any other fees). If asked of any payment please contact TZ-Recruitement@Rescue.Org

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Job Opportunity at North Mara Gold Mine Limited, Supply and Commercial Manager

 

Supply and Commercial Manager 

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Reporting to: General Manager   

North Mara Gold Mine Limited is seeking to recruit Supply and Commercial Manager to join our team. The successful candidate for this position will effectively manage all the activities specified within the position profile at North Mara Gold Mine and the role holder will be accountable to management of the Mine Supply Chain functions and related commercial aspects to ensure continuity of Supply and that all regulations have been complied, provide leadership and optimize inventory holdings and reduce logistics (freight) costs, and to meet company business targets in accordance with Barrick – North Mara Gold Mine, Health and Safety standards and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure safe work practices by attending compulsory safety courses and meetings, use of required PPE, incident/accident reporting and ensuring total adherence to all Safety, Occupational Health and Environmental Policies, as well as other policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Reduce TRIFR and ensure that critical risks controls are implemented.
• Local Content reporting and strategy
• Reduce stock holding/ inventory, whilst ensuring zero stock outs.
• Implement cost control system and an effective supervision of capital spending and in sale of obsolete and scraps within Supply Chain.
• Reduce freight costs.
• Coordinate the sale of redundant / obsolete stock, scrap & fixed assets.
• Ensure the integration of Supply Chain into maintenance, processing and mine planning.
• Develop  and  maintain  stakeholder  engagement  plan  with  key  stakeholders,  including;  local  and international suppliers, contractors, site operational staff, local government agencies.
• Timely and accurate completion of daily, weekly and monthly reports, with appropriate content.
• Ensure that objectives are met by team members.
• Conduct team member reviews and performance monitoring and appraisal meetings.
• Existence of Development Plans for team members, with milestones achieved.
• Ensure compliance with all Company legal ethics and compliance programs.
• Actively participate in and occasionally lead safety meetings and discussions.
• Identify potential savings opportunities and take appropriate action. Explore these ideas and complete CI initiatives for the potential cost savings.
• Continually review every aspect of the areas’ activities to ensure that opportunities to add value and enhance shareholder wealth are identified and brought forward for review.
• Monitor employee performance to ensure optimum performance and initiate appropriate action to remedy any substandard employee performance or behavior.
• Ensure auditing of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with statutory, BGML and Group requirements to do with Supply Chain.
• Provide training, supervision and direction to subordinates in the application and execution of acceptable inventory control, purchasing and cataloguing practices.
• Deliver the UG results by ensuring service level of 98% through efficient stock and logistics management
• Executes the Supply Chain strategy which drives optimal quality, lead time and cost.
• Custodian of all contracts
• Management of relationships with HODs, Supply Chain partners and with regulatory authorities
• Management of the Collaborative Demand planning in conjunction with Group Demand and Inventory Manager and Line Management at the mine.
• Chair and drive the specific outcomes required from the monthly change and demand review meeting.
• Drive Supply Chain Best Practice through collaboration with HODs, demand planning, inventory control and, Stock Keeping Unit(SKU)optimization
• Management of technical sourcing, pricing and procurement
• Managing the implementation of initiatives to optimize stock holding
• Ensure that warehouse management is effective and efficient

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:                                                              

• Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management or equivalent
• MBA will be an added advantage.
• Supply Chain Board Registration added advantage

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous Supply Chain experience of not less than 10 years.
• Mining Industry experience will be an added advantage.
• 5 years’ experience in leadership role.
• 5 years’ experience in a remote site environment will be an advantage.

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• Leadership skills
• Clear and effective communication skills in written and spoken English
• Knowledge in Inventory cum systems and procedures
• Strong organizational, analytical and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Computer literate in MS Office Suite and Pronto.
• Strong desire to coach, train and develop people.
• Time management, scheduling and planning.
• Analysis and interpretation of data and troubleshooting

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

• A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses, benefits, and where applicable.
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team.
• Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry colleagues are endless.

Applicants are invited to submit their CV’s/Resume’s (indicating the role title in the subject) via e-mail to: nmrecruitment@barrick.com

If you are not contacted by Barrick- North Mara Gold Mine LTD within thirty (30) days after the closing date, you should consider your application as unsuccessful.  Short listed candidates may be subjected to any of the following: security clearance; competency assessment; physical capability assessment, reference checking.

Please forward applications before 25th June 2021

Job Opportunity at PATH, Senior Program Officer, Non-Communicable Diseases

 

Senior Program Officer, Non-Communicable Diseases  

Job Description

PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity. With more than 40 years of experience forging multisector partnerships, and with expertise in science, economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops and scales up innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing health challenges.

PATH is seeking a Senior Program Officer to provide strategic technical leadership and oversight of the implementation of the Healthy Heart Africa (HHA) project. The project focuses on detection, management, quality of care and demand creation for care of hypertension. Key activities in this project include awareness raising, screening, capacity building, data collection and dissemination of results.

The Senior Program Officer will report to the PATH Tanzania Country Program Leader with dotted line reporting to the Global Program Director, Non-Communicable Diseases.  The individual will work closely with the PATH Global NCD team, the PATH Tanzania team, the funder, Tanzania Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children (MoHCDGEC) and district leadership, and other NCD local partners to ensure technical quality of the HHA interventions and implementation. S/he may also serve as a technical adviser for other PATH NCD related programs and projects in the country.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure a strong two-way link between the national policies, standards and guidelines and actual trainings and community education and screening activities are within the context defined by the Non-Communicable Diseases (NCD) national strategy.
• Provide technical guidance to all field activities of the HHA project including project design, implementation, social mobilization and communication and project documentation.
• Facilitate and support training of health workers and community health workers to support project objectives.
• Develop and maintain relationships with the health facilities selected for the project and coordinate activities such as conducting site assessments; activating selected sites; and conducting supportive supervision visits and facility performance improvement plans.
• Provide technical guidance on the development of M&E framework, data collection tool and process to ensure utility of user interface.
• Build and maintain relationships with NCD Partners, Districts, MoH and other related public health programs and ensure regular communication between partners and PATH.
• Develop and coordinate a data collection, storage plan and reporting plan.
• Prepare monthly updates on deliverables, quarterly reporting and timely submission of annual narrative reports and documentation to donor and key stakeholders and partners.
• Provide technical guidance for the development of communication materials on hypertension for public awareness raising and other advocacy materials such as newsletters, fact sheets, policy brief and documentation of success stories.
• Manage awareness-raising campaigns in targeted districts and lead screening efforts through outreach activities at District and community level.
• Provide regular technical feedback on progress of activities and lessons learned to funder and PATH Project Director.
• Represent PATH project at national NCD meetings, conferences, workshops and coordinate with the NCD’s division of MoH, and other local partners for project implementation.
• Represent PATH project at regular donor monthly and quarterly meetings and other donor requested meetings.
• Maintain updated technical knowledge in hypertension prevention and related public health topics, in order to provide technical assistance to project partners.
• Perform any other relevant tasks as requested by Project Director/ Project Manager.

Required Experience

• A Master’s degree in Public Health, Health Promotion, Project management or related social science discipline.
• At least seven (7) years’ experience and demonstrated skills in coordination or management of health and related programs.
• A minimum of 4 years working experience in NCDs and/or infectious disease control and prevention, health system strengthening or other relevant public health topics.
• At least 3 to 5 years’ experience with donor-funded projects.
• Clear understanding of non-communicable diseases, especially hypertension diagnosis, prevention and management.
• Strong stakeholder mobilization, problem-spotting and problem-solving skills.
• Proven experience collaborating and coordinating with the GOT, local partners, various donors, and other stakeholders
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including presentation of technical data and medical information to both technical and non-technical audiences in English.
• Experience in conducting monitoring/evaluation/research for NCDs is a plus.
• Ability to pool data together, analyze and produce relevant reports.
• Ability to facilitate results-oriented discussions with stakeholders and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent people-management and social interaction skills.
• Ability to work across countries is a plus
• Must have legal authorization to work in Tanzania.
• PATH is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued.

PATH is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. PATH does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Job Opportunity at Right To Play, Finance Assistant

 

Position: Finance Assistant

Organization: Right To Play Tanzania

Department/Division: Finance

Work location: Dar Es Salaam

Authorized to work in: Tanzania

BACKGROUND:

Right To Play (RTP) is a global organisation that protects, educates and empowers children to rise above adversity using play. By harnessing play, one of the most powerful and fundamental forces in a child’s life, we help 2.3 million children to stay in school and out of work, to prevent life-threatening diseases like HIV and malaria and to stay safe from exploitation and abuse. We are the only global development organization focused exclusively on using play to transform the lives of children and youth impacted by poverty, war, disease and inequality.

Established in 2000, Right To Play is headquartered in Toronto, Canada and has operations in 22 countries across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.

With a shared passion for our mission, our Culture Code guides how we act and interact based on five core pillars:

Accept Everyone – Be intentional about inclusion

Make Things Happen – Seek opportunities to lead and innovate

Display Courage – Act with integrity

Demonstrate Care – Look after yourself and one another

Be Playful – Have fun at work

Please visit our website www.righttoplay.com to learn more about who we are and what we do, and watch this video to find out about the five pillars of our Culture Code.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Finance Assistant reports directly to the Finance Manager. The incumbent is responsible for data entry, processing transactions in Accounts Payable, General Ledger and Accounts Receivable, reconciling Bank Accounts entries and official receipts booklet, compiling vendors’ tax files or payment and ensuring that all transactions and supporting documents are complete and properly filed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Job Responsibility #1: Financial Accounting, and Reporting (85%of Time)

• Supports timely and accurate month-end closing financial report
• Ensures the smooth implementation of accounting activities, including (but not limited to): timely and accurate bank reconciliations, invoicing, monitoring of expenditure levels against Country Office budget.
• Ensures all documents are complete, with the appropriate supporting documents, reviewed and approved before processing for payment.
• Provides assistance with internal or external audit requirements.
• Ensures that all payments are made on time.
• Promotes compliance with relevant donor’s regulations and Right To Play’s policies/procedures Oversees the management of petty cash in the country including bookkeeping
• Accounts for all petty cash expenditures.
• Supervises the collection and recoverability of contractual, project partner activity advances, staff activity and travel advances and other receivables.
• Entering all financial transaction (Voucher) into RTP accounting package on daily bases, scanning all supporting document on daily bases and generation of general ledger upon required
• Performs three-way match in comparing invoice with purchase order and goods received note before processing any payment.

Job Responsibility #2: Administration (10% of Time):

• Ensures proper travel related templates are used, travel related data are properly reviewed and analysed and adequate supporting documents are well maintained as per the Policies.
• Ensures all expenses are authorized and approved in line with In Field Authorization Policy.
• Maintains control over the Country Office filing systems to ensure complete and organized accounting files
• Ensure statutory deduction to government are paid and filled on time Ensure monthly timesheet are filled on financial files for audit purpose
• Responsible for maintaining the Finance filing systems.
• Supports the FM in managing finance files by ensuring that all necessary documents are included and updated.
• Provides administrative support to the project team in the project location.
• Ensures and follows up on bank matters.
• Follows up on inventory control and assets management and ensure are up to date
• Assist review of fuel analysis sheet on monthly bases and provide necessary support

Job Responsibility #3: Performs other duties as assigned (5% of Time):

WHO YOU ARE:

You are passionate about our commitment to help children and youth rise above life’s challenges through the power of play. You are highly collaborative and a relationship builder with a passion for humanitarian work, human rights and social change. You have been involved in Accounting, Administration Support and financial control. Your attention to detail is great and you have a positive, follow-through mindset. You are focused accurate act with integrity.

QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Must have)

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related discipline.

3 years’ experience in accounting or directly related areas.

SKILLS / ATTRIBUTES:

Ability to work independently with little Good knowledge of accounting practice, supervision policies and procedures

Ability to work well under pressure and meet Previous work experience with an deadlines international NGO

Good analytical skill and Knowledge of ERP Accounting System

Proficiency in use of Microsoft applications,including Excel and Word

Skilled in maintaining documentation

Good written and oral communication skills

LANGUAGES:

Fluency in written and spoken English and the Swahili language(s).

WHAT YOU’LL GET:

The opportunity to work with a passionate, innovative and collaborative team where you have the ability to make things happen. You will gain experience working for a globally recognized organization with a healthy culture premised on our Culture Code (accept everyone, make things happen, display courage, demonstrate care and be playful). In addition, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Target Start Date: 1st July 2021

Contract Duration: Long-term position – starts with a one-year contract to be extended based on performance

Closing Date: Friday 18th June 2021

If you are interested in applying this role, click here to upload your resume and cover letter.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Right To Play provides equal employment opportunities to employees regardless of their gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status and in compliance with local legislative requirements. Female candidates are encouraged to apply for this position. We are a child-centered organization. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children in our programs. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory police record check as a condition of employment.

Closing Date: Friday 18th June 2021

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Job Opportunity at Right To Play, Finance Assistant

 

Position: Finance Assistant

Organization: Right To Play Tanzania

Department/Division: Finance

Work location: Dar Es Salaam

Authorized to work in: Tanzania

BACKGROUND:

Right To Play (RTP) is a global organisation that protects, educates and empowers children to rise above adversity using play. By harnessing play, one of the most powerful and fundamental forces in a child’s life, we help 2.3 million children to stay in school and out of work, to prevent life-threatening diseases like HIV and malaria and to stay safe from exploitation and abuse. We are the only global development organization focused exclusively on using play to transform the lives of children and youth impacted by poverty, war, disease and inequality.

Established in 2000, Right To Play is headquartered in Toronto, Canada and has operations in 22 countries across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.

With a shared passion for our mission, our Culture Code guides how we act and interact based on five core pillars:

Accept Everyone – Be intentional about inclusion

Make Things Happen – Seek opportunities to lead and innovate

Display Courage – Act with integrity

Demonstrate Care – Look after yourself and one another

Be Playful – Have fun at work

Please visit our website www.righttoplay.com to learn more about who we are and what we do, and watch this video to find out about the five pillars of our Culture Code.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Finance Assistant reports directly to the Finance Manager. The incumbent is responsible for data entry, processing transactions in Accounts Payable, General Ledger and Accounts Receivable, reconciling Bank Accounts entries and official receipts booklet, compiling vendors’ tax files or payment and ensuring that all transactions and supporting documents are complete and properly filed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Job Responsibility #1: Financial Accounting, and Reporting (85%of Time)

• Supports timely and accurate month-end closing financial report
• Ensures the smooth implementation of accounting activities, including (but not limited to): timely and accurate bank reconciliations, invoicing, monitoring of expenditure levels against Country Office budget.
• Ensures all documents are complete, with the appropriate supporting documents, reviewed and approved before processing for payment.
• Provides assistance with internal or external audit requirements.
• Ensures that all payments are made on time.
• Promotes compliance with relevant donor’s regulations and Right To Play’s policies/procedures Oversees the management of petty cash in the country including bookkeeping
• Accounts for all petty cash expenditures.
• Supervises the collection and recoverability of contractual, project partner activity advances, staff activity and travel advances and other receivables.
• Entering all financial transaction (Voucher) into RTP accounting package on daily bases, scanning all supporting document on daily bases and generation of general ledger upon required
• Performs three-way match in comparing invoice with purchase order and goods received note before processing any payment.

Job Responsibility #2: Administration (10% of Time):

• Ensures proper travel related templates are used, travel related data are properly reviewed and analysed and adequate supporting documents are well maintained as per the Policies.
• Ensures all expenses are authorized and approved in line with In Field Authorization Policy.
• Maintains control over the Country Office filing systems to ensure complete and organized accounting files
• Ensure statutory deduction to government are paid and filled on time Ensure monthly timesheet are filled on financial files for audit purpose
• Responsible for maintaining the Finance filing systems.
• Supports the FM in managing finance files by ensuring that all necessary documents are included and updated.
• Provides administrative support to the project team in the project location.
• Ensures and follows up on bank matters.
• Follows up on inventory control and assets management and ensure are up to date
• Assist review of fuel analysis sheet on monthly bases and provide necessary support

Job Responsibility #3: Performs other duties as assigned (5% of Time):

WHO YOU ARE:

You are passionate about our commitment to help children and youth rise above life’s challenges through the power of play. You are highly collaborative and a relationship builder with a passion for humanitarian work, human rights and social change. You have been involved in Accounting, Administration Support and financial control. Your attention to detail is great and you have a positive, follow-through mindset. You are focused accurate act with integrity.

QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Must have)

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration or related discipline.

3 years’ experience in accounting or directly related areas.

SKILLS / ATTRIBUTES:

Ability to work independently with little Good knowledge of accounting practice, supervision policies and procedures

Ability to work well under pressure and meet Previous work experience with an deadlines international NGO

Good analytical skill and Knowledge of ERP Accounting System

Proficiency in use of Microsoft applications,including Excel and Word

Skilled in maintaining documentation

Good written and oral communication skills

LANGUAGES:

Fluency in written and spoken English and the Swahili language(s).

WHAT YOU’LL GET:

The opportunity to work with a passionate, innovative and collaborative team where you have the ability to make things happen. You will gain experience working for a globally recognized organization with a healthy culture premised on our Culture Code (accept everyone, make things happen, display courage, demonstrate care and be playful). In addition, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Target Start Date: 1st July 2021

Contract Duration: Long-term position – starts with a one-year contract to be extended based on performance

Closing Date: Friday 18th June 2021

If you are interested in applying this role, click here to upload your resume and cover letter.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Right To Play provides equal employment opportunities to employees regardless of their gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status and in compliance with local legislative requirements. Female candidates are encouraged to apply for this position. We are a child-centered organization. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children in our programs. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory police record check as a condition of employment.

Closing Date: Friday 18th June 2021

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

10 Job Opportunities at M/S Meru Agro-Tours & Consultants Co. Ltd (MATCC), Store Keepers

 

Store Keepers (10 Posts)  

M/S Meru Agro-Tours & Consultants Co. Ltd (MATCC) is a local private company based in Arusha that specializes in Agricultural inputs business. The company deals with multiplication and distribution of agro seeds; importation and distribution of agrochemicals and provision of technical advisory services on farm input use and management. In addition, the company conducts agricultural research in collaboration with national, regional and international research institutes. In its bid to implements its business development strategies the company is looking for self-driving candidates to  fill the following vacancies.

Job Title: Store Keepers (10 Posts) – Biharamuro, Tabora, Bariadi, Sumbawanga, Songea, Iringa, Masasi, Ifakara, Morogoro, Babati.

Report to Zonal Managers

Duties and responsibilities

1. Comply with procedures and protocols as per the company stock management and control policy

2. Controls inventory levels by conducting physical counts and reconciling with stock Bin cards

3. Setup store layout to ensure efficient space utilization

4. Plans and performs work that involves ordering, receiving, inspecting, returning, loading and off-loading.

5. Participate in physical inventory counts in his/her warehouse and/ or stores

6. Updating inventory records at the end of working day; the GRNs, Bin/Stack Cards, Stock Cards should be updated daily and produce reports and statistics regularly (IN/OUT status report)

Qualifications/education

1. Must be form IV of VI leaver plus Certificate in Store Keeping or Material and Logistics Management or Procurement and Supply Chain or Logistics Management

2. Should have basic knowledge of computer uses and applications such as Ms Office.

3. Good commanding in Swahili and English languages (Oral and Written)

Experience The candidates should have a minimum of one year working experience in managing store/warehouse

Remuneration A lucrative package will be offered for the successful candidate commensurate with MATCC scheme of service.

Mode of application

Interested candidates should indicate their duty station of interest and send their application letters, CV and scanned copy of academic certificates by email with the subject line of the job tittle to meruagrotz@gmail.com Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

To apply submit your hand written application letter, CV and copies of your certificates  to;

The Managing Director,

Meru Agro-Tours & Consultant Co. Ltd.

Esso road, Ground & 1st Floor, Meru Plaza Building,

P.0 Box 13867, Arusha

Email: meruagrotz@gmail.com

The deadline for submitting the application is 27 June 2021

 

7 Job Opportunities at M/S Meru Agro-Tours & Consultants Co. Ltd (MATCC), Sales Officers

 

Sales Officers (7 Posts) 

M/S Meru Agro-Tours & Consultants Co. Ltd (MATCC) is a local private company based in Arusha that specializes in Agricultural inputs business. The company deals with multiplication and distribution of agro seeds; importation and distribution of agrochemicals and provision of technical advisory services on farm input use and management. In addition, the company conducts agricultural research in collaboration with national, regional and international research institutes. In its bid to implements its business development strategies the company is looking for self-driving candidates to  fill the following vacancies.

Job Title: Sales Officers (7 Posts) Arusha, Babati, Bariadi, Biharamulo, Mbeya, Morogoro, Masasi.

Report to Zonal Managers.

Duties and responsibilities

1. Organizing and conducting sales visits/trips, demonstrating and presenting products to the current and potential customers.

2. Sells products by establishing contact and developing relationships with prospects and recommending solutions

3. Maintain positive business and customer relationships in the effort to extend customer lifetime value

4. Schedule and follow through on calls and emails with leads and current customers

5. Maintains quality service by following and enforcing organization standards, proper handling of customer complaints and providing the best customer services.

6. Inform leads and customers of current promotions and discounts

7. Record and maintaining accurate records, prepares reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information

8. Maintains relationships with clients by providing support, information, and guidance; researching and recommending new opportunities; recommending profit and service improvements.

Qualifications/education

1. Should hold at least form four Certificate.

2. Must have a valid driving license of at least E class with at least three years’ experience in driving light trucks.

3. Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written English and Swahili

4. Sales-driven, results-driven, and target-driven attitude

5. Aptitude for persuasion, negotiation and expert in time management

6. Possession of certificate in Agriculture and relevant experience will be an added advantage.

Experience The candidates should have a minimum of two-year working experience in sales environment

Remuneration A lucrative package will be offered for the successful candidate commensurate with MATCC scheme of service.

Mode of application

Interested candidates should indicate their duty station of interest and send their application letters, CV and scanned copy of academic certificates by email with the subject line of the job tittle to meruagrotz@gmail.com Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

To apply submit your hand written application letter, CV and copies of your certificates  to;

The Managing Director,

Meru Agro-Tours & Consultant Co. Ltd.

Esso road, Ground & 1st Floor, Meru Plaza Building,

P.0 Box 13867, Arusha

Email: meruagrotz@gmail.com

The deadline for submitting the application is 27 June 2021

 

Job Oppoortunity at M/S Meru Agro-Tours & Consultants Co. Ltd (MATCC), Accounts Clerk

 

M/S Meru Agro-Tours & Consultants Co. Ltd (MATCC) is a local private company based in Arusha that specializes in Agricultural inputs business. The company deals with multiplication and distribution of agro seeds; importation and distribution of agrochemicals and provision of technical advisory services on farm input use and management. In addition, the company conducts agricultural research in collaboration with national, regional and international research institutes. In its bid to implements its business development strategies the company is looking for self-driving candidates to  fill the following vacancies.

Job Title Accounts Clerk (1 Post): Mbeya

Report to Zonal Manager.

Duties and responsibilities

1. Conduct daily accounting system data entry operations.

2. Responsible for account receivables follow ups, stock management and audit.

3. Provide assistance and support to company personnel

4. Research, track and restore accounting or documentation problems and discrepancies

5. Record business transactions and key daily worksheets to the general ledger system

6. Perform all necessary account, bank and other reconciliations

 Qualifications/education

1. Holder of Diploma and or Advanced Diploma in Accounts or related fields.

2. MS Office and knowledge of accounting software-QuickBooks

3. Knowledge of generally accepted accounting and bookkeeping principles and procedures

Experience : The candidates should have a minimum of one year working experience in related field

Remuneration : A lucrative package will be offered for the successful candidate commensurate with MATCC scheme of service.

Mode of application

Interested candidates should indicate their duty station of interest and send their application letters, CV and scanned copy of academic certificates by email with the subject line of the job tittle to meruagrotz@gmail.com Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

To apply submit your hand written application letter, CV and copies of your certificates  to;

 

The Managing Director,

Meru Agro-Tours & Consultant Co. Ltd.

Esso road, Ground & 1st Floor, Meru Plaza Building,

P.0 Box 13867, Arusha

Email: meruagrotz@gmail.com

The deadline for submitting the application is 27 June 2021

 

Job Opportunity at M/S Meru Agro-Tours & Consultants Co. Ltd (MATCC), Internal Audit Officer

 

M/S Meru Agro-Tours & Consultants Co. Ltd (MATCC) is a local private company based in Arusha that specializes in Agricultural inputs business. The company deals with multiplication and distribution of agro seeds; importation and distribution of agrochemicals and provision of technical advisory services on farm input use and management. In addition, the company conducts agricultural research in collaboration with national, regional and international research institutes. In its bid to implements its business development strategies the company is looking for self-driving candidates to  fill the following vacancies.

Job Title Internal Audit Officer (1 Post): Mbeya

Report to Managing Director.

Duties and responsibilities

1. Performing and maintaining control of the full audit cycle which includes financial reliability, compliance with applicable regulations and directives; risk management and informing management of any issues that need addressing

2. Examine and reconciles documentation with actual reports, statements, records, memos, inventory, assets and accounts to ascertain accuracy and reporting on risk management issues to be addressed.

3. Prepare and present reports regarding findings, including recommendations and formulating methods for increasing profits and cost saving actions.

4. Assesses best financial practices for the company and makes relevant, informed suggestions

5. Provide ad hoc advice to management and employees regarding issues found and how to remediate them.

6. Providing continued education and advice to different business units and teams regarding compliance and risk assessment.

7. Conduct follow up audits to see whether the recommendations have been followed.

 Qualifications/education

1. Holder of Advanced Diploma or Bachelor degree in Accounts or related fields.

2. MS Office and knowledge of QuickBooks accounting software.

3. Excellent analysis and presentation skills. Should also have excellent report-writing skills. Must be able to work with little supervision.

4. Willing to undertake frequent travels.

Experience The candidates should have a minimum of three years working experience in related field

Remuneration A lucrative package will be offered for the successful candidate commensurate with MATCC scheme of service.

Mode of application

Interested candidates should indicate their duty station of interest and send their application letters, CV and scanned copy of academic certificates by email with the subject line of the job tittle to meruagrotz@gmail.com Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

To apply submit your hand written application letter, CV and copies of your certificates  to;

The Managing Director,

Meru Agro-Tours & Consultant Co. Ltd.

Esso road, Ground & 1st Floor, Meru Plaza Building,

P.0 Box 13867, Arusha

Email: meruagrotz@gmail.com

The deadline for submitting the application is 27 June 2021.

 

Job Opportunity at International Rescue Committee, Communication Skills Consultant

 

Requisition ID: req17345

Job Title: Communication Skills Consultant

Sector: Communications

Employment Category: Consultant

Employment Type: Part-Time

Open to Expatriates: No

Location: Kasulu, Tanzania

Job Description

Background:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is an International Non-governmental Organization that responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. In Tanzania, IRC is supporting refugee program in Kigoma Region. IRC is providing services in Nyarugusu, Nduta and Mtendeli refugee camps in Kasulu, Kibondo and Kakonko Districts and at the Transit Centre. Currently, IRC is supporting refugees and asylum seekers with health care management and treatment, education, child protection, Youth and Development, community-based rehabilitation and care for people with special needs, Gender-Based Violence prevention and support.

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) seeks to recruit qualified consultant (company or individual consultant) to facilitate communication skills training to IRC staff on the following topics:

•  Essential keys for effective communication
•  Communication with diplomacy and tact
• Dynamic communication including complex dynamic (cultural, age, gender, emotions etc)
•  Interpersonal communication
•  Listening skills
• Negotiating skills
• Conflict resolution
•  Mastering conversation skills
• Report writing
• Any other three relevant topics

Requirements: As part of application process, the service provider should;

•  Provide training content for each topic to illustrate what will be covered
•  Include what will be covered on daily basis (i.e daily agenda)

Note: The service provider has to administer pre and post test to measure the output of the training (or on line survey)

Other information

•  Training duration – Maximum-  2 days training (preferably  in August a week of 9th, 2021)
•  Participants – 30-35 (all are IRC staff from different sites: Kasulu and Kibondo)
• Venue: Either Kasulu or Kibondo, Kigoma region
• Course facilitation fee: to cover daily consultancy cost (training fee), dinner, training materials (handouts) and certificates
• IRC will take care of training stationery (list to be provided by trainer), transport including flight cost/return/road transport, facilitate travel booking and hotel cost/booking (room only) at IRC designated hotels
• Mode of payment: by cheque after completion of service and certified by IRC representative as completed (withholding tax to be deducted as per authority’s guidance)
• Submission of report, before payment is processed
• Certificates: to be issued to all participants signed by both IRC and the Consultant/representative of the consultant firm.

Qualifications

• Submit application cover page to illustrate suitability and experience
•  Business records: company profile, registration, license, TIN, etc
• At least three reference of past/recent service to INGOs regarding more or less the same training.

 Warning :

 Please be warned of various schemes, being circulated via e-mails, from the Internet web sites, and via regular mail or fax, falsely being issued by or associated with the IRC . Beware that The IRC do not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing, training or any other fees). If asked of any payment please contact TZ-Recruitement@Rescue.Org

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