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Job Opportunity at AICC, Driver II (Transfer Vacancies)

 Driver II (Transfer Vacancies) 

Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC) was established under the Public Corporations Act No. 17 of 1969 by Presidential Order through Government Notice number 115, published on 25th August, 1978. The Centre is wholly owned by the Government of United Republic of Tanzania and operates under the purview of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Co-operation.

AICC was established to manage and control the Headquarters’ complex of the defunct East African Community in Arusha which belonged to the defunct East African Community.  It also owns Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre as per Arusha International Conference Centre (Amendment) Order of 2014, dated 19th March, 2014; and provide facilities and services on the complex for purposes of conferences, meetings, seminars etc.

The Centre invites applications from suitably qualified Public Servants who wish to be transferred to Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC)

DRIVER II (ONE POST)

(a) Direct Entry Qualifications

Holder of a Secondary School Education Certificate/Advanced Secondary School Education Certificate having a valid Driving License Class C or E and one-year Basic Driving Course plus driving experience of at least one year without causing accidents.  Possession of Trade Test Grade II/Level II in Motor Vehicle Maintenance/Mechanics is an added advantage.

(a) Duties and Responsibilities

Drives AICC’s vehicles

Maintains and records vehicle logbooks

Responsible for safe-keeping of the vehicle and tools entrusted to him/her

Maintains cleanliness of the vehicle tools

Reports promptly any defect or problems detected in the vehicle

Dispatches or collects documents/letters

Makes some minor repairs of vehicles

Perform any other duties as may be assigned by Supervisor.

MODE OF APPLICATION

Interested candidates should apply in confidence enclosing:

Detailed CV

Certified copies of certificates, transcripts and valid licenses

NOTE:

Applicants must be Public Servants and channel their application letters through their respective employers, failure of which will lead to automatic disqualification

All applicants should indicate the positions they apply on top of the envelope

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Applicants should indicate their willingness and commitment to cover the transfer cost as the transfer is considered to be self-initiated.

Application

Letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates, testimonials, names and email addresses of three referees should be uploaded via httpss://recruitment.aicc.co.tz, so as to be received not later than 30th  September, 2020.

The Managing Director

Arusha International Conference Centre

P.O. Box 3081, Arusha

Fax: +255 27 250 2050201

E-mail:  [email protected], Website:  www.aicc.co.tz

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

 

Job Opportunity at AICC, Legal Officer I (Transfer Vacancies)

Legal Officer I (Transfer Vacancies)

 

Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC) was established under the Public Corporations Act No. 17 of 1969 by Presidential Order through Government Notice number 115, published on 25th August, 1978. The Centre is wholly owned by the Government of United Republic of Tanzania and operates under the purview of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Co-operation.

AICC was established to manage and control the Headquarters’ complex of the defunct East African Community in Arusha which belonged to the defunct East African Community.  It also owns Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre as per Arusha International Conference Centre (Amendment) Order of 2014, dated 19th March, 2014; and provide facilities and services on the complex for purposes of conferences, meetings, seminars etc.

The Centre invites applications from suitably qualified Public Servants who wish to be transferred to Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC)

LEGAL OFFICER I (ONE POST)

(a) Direct Entry Qualifications

Holder of Bachelor Degree in Law (LLB) from recognized institutions and must have attended and passed Internship or Law School of Tanzania with working experience of at least four (4) years in related field.

(b) Duties and Responsibilities

Interpreting, reviewing and updating various legal documents such as regulations, order, powers, etc. issued by the Centre under its Establishment Order.

Keeping abreast with any new changes in Law that apply to the Centre’s operations

Ensuring that on-going, litigation and arbitration are duly attended to without undue delay and in a cost effective manner;

Preparing all legal drafts/documents, regulations, orders, or directions required to be issued by the Centre in accordance with its Establishment Order.

Providing legal interpretations or legal opinions/advice on any  matter that require to be so interpreted

To perform any duties relevant to the scope of work that may be assigned by the supervisor.

MODE OF APPLICATION

Interested candidates should apply in confidence enclosing:

Detailed CV

Certified copies of certificates, transcripts and valid licenses

NOTE:

Applicants must be Public Servants and channel their application letters through their respective employers, failure of which will lead to automatic disqualification

All applicants should indicate the positions they apply on top of the envelope

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Applicants should indicate their willingness and commitment to cover the transfer cost as the transfer is considered to be self-initiated.

Application

Letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates, testimonials, names and email addresses of three referees should be uploaded via httpss://recruitment.aicc.co.tz, so as to be received not later than 30th  September, 2020.

The Managing Director

Arusha International Conference Centre

P.O. Box 3081, Arusha

Fax: +255 27 250 2050201

E-mail:  [email protected], Website:  www.aicc.co.tz

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

 

Job Opportunity at AICC, Medical Officer II (Transfer Vacancies)

Medical Officer II (Transfer Vacancies)

 

Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC) was established under the Public Corporations Act No. 17 of 1969 by Presidential Order through Government Notice number 115, published on 25th August, 1978. The Centre is wholly owned by the Government of United Republic of Tanzania and operates under the purview of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Co-operation.

AICC was established to manage and control the Headquarters’ complex of the defunct East African Community in Arusha which belonged to the defunct East African Community.  It also owns Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre as per Arusha International Conference Centre (Amendment) Order of 2014, dated 19th March, 2014; and provide facilities and services on the complex for purposes of conferences, meetings, seminars etc.

The Centre invites applications from suitably qualified Public Servants who wish to be transferred to Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC)

 MEDICAL OFFICER II ( ONE POST)

(a) Direct Entry Qualifications

Holders of Bachelor Degree in Medicine from a recognised University/institution must have undergone internship period of one year with provisional registration as Medical Officer with the Tanganyika Medical Council

(b) Duties and Responsibilities

Providing medical services

Supervising allied health workers

Performing medical duties in preventive medicine and emergencies

Performing daily ward rounds

Performing all investigations for patients

Attending general outpatient clinics

Preparing all patients for any surgery/procedure

To perform any other duties relevant to the scope of work that may be assigned supervisor.

MODE OF APPLICATION

Interested candidates should apply in confidence enclosing:

Detailed CV

Certified copies of certificates, transcripts and valid licenses

NOTE:

Applicants must be Public Servants and channel their application letters through their respective employers, failure of which will lead to automatic disqualification

All applicants should indicate the positions they apply on top of the envelope

Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Applicants should indicate their willingness and commitment to cover the transfer cost as the transfer is considered to be self-initiated.

Application

Letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates, testimonials, names and email addresses of three referees should be uploaded via httpss://recruitment.aicc.co.tz, so as to be received not later than 30th  September, 2020.

The Managing Director

Arusha International Conference Centre

P.O. Box 3081, Arusha

Fax: +255 27 250 2050201

E-mail:  [email protected], Website:  www.aicc.co.tz

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Job Vacancy at Tumaini La Maisha Tanzania (TLM) – Finance Officer

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Finance Officer 
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Overview
We are currently seeking to hire an experienced full-time Finance Officer to join our team at Tumaini La Maisha Tanzania (TLM).

General qualifications:

Required:
Level of academic background: A degree in Accounting and Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
At least 2 years post qualification professional experience using QuickBooks accounting software
Proficiency in MS Office skills, particularly Excel
Fluency in written and spoken English and Swahili
Good organizational skills, punctuality, and ability to meet deadlines
Team spirit, socially motivated, and whose personal ethos aligns with the organization.
Desirable:
Relevant experience in a non-profit organization
Demonstrated experience and knowledge across local laws and tax compliance

Note that non-compliance with the instructions will result in the application being dismissed.
Please note that only shortlisted individuals will be contacted and asked to come in for an interview.
Read More about what we do at httpsss://www.wearetlm.org.

Duties and responsibilities

  • With input from the organization’s CEO, COO, and Donor Manager/ CFO, the position holder will be responsible for all TLM’s financially related tasks.

Specifically:

  • Ensure compliance to the TLM Financial guidelines and guide staff in compliance with the guidelines.
  • Ensure compliance with local regulations in respect to financial and other matters (e.g. Taxation, Pension funds, WCF, NHIF, HLSEB, and labour laws).
  • Prepare budgets for projects and the organisation working together with the CFO and CoO.
  • Monitor ongoing levels of expenditure on individual programmes against budget lines and provide timely advice of likely over or underspend.
  • Generating required financial reports from the accounting system for internal and external use including responsibility for the annual audit process.
  • Maintain a cash forecasting system to ensure that adequate funds are available to meet the working requirements of the organization including day to day cash flow and the planned monthly spends.
  • Generating donor reports in line with donor reporting requirements. Also Support the CoO and CEO in providing donors with all necessary financial and other information when requested.
  • Prepare the organisation’s annual financial statements for audit and submission/filling to the relevant authorities such as TRA and NGO Board.
  • Ensure proper filing of the financial data & documents in an organized and orderly way as soft copy and hard copy.
  • Management of required payments and receipts.
  • Management of required and authorized cash advances.
  • Management of organization and project-related fixed assets.
  • Attend relevant meetings with partners/stakeholders when necessary
  • Responsible for checking all TLM financial documents are according to financial guidelines.
  • Ensures that proper financial procedures/protocols and systems are operating and maintained throughout the organization.
  • Any other tasks as deemed necessary by the line manager or executive team.

REMUNERATION
The position is a full-time appointment with a salary of 1 million Tsh take-home monthly plus local health Insurance coverage.

MODE OF APPLICATION
To apply: Send CV in word or pdf document formats to [email protected] and use subject title: “Application TLM Finance Officer”

BAHI District Council Jobs (Watendaji 05)

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BAHI District Council Jobs September, 2020. Bahi is town and an administrative ward in the Dodoma Region of Tanzania. It is the district capital of Bahi District.

BAHI District Council Jobs September, 2020

The deadline for submitting the application is September 28, 2020

07 Job Vacancies at MDH & Sikonge District Council, Index Testers

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 Index Testers (7 posts)
Sikonge District Council in collaboration with Management Development for Heath (MDH) has a pleasure to invite suitable candidates to fill the following contracted vacancies.

Job title: Index Testers (7 posts)

Full time workstation: CTC for Index Tester

Reports to: CTC In-charge

Qualifications:

Should have at least a Certificate or Diploma in Nursing and must have a valid practice license. He/she should have an experience of 1-2 years in the field of expertise is added advantage

Job Summary:

Index 1 ester requires extensive, current knowledge of the HIV prevention measures. Index Tester must enjoy working with other people, have a compassionate nature and be a good listener. A broad knowledge of diverse cultural beliefs and attitudes is often necessary when working with diverse population.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Create awareness and education on the existence of HTS i.e. educating clients on all aspects of HIV diseases and treatment management as well as basic health lifestyles
  • Serve as liaison between clinicians/clinics, individuals screened and care centers.

To provide

  • Provides on-going counseling and testing while maintaining confidentiality and patient rights.
  • Provide psychosocial support and assist with linkage to referral services.
  • To assess, document all referrals, make follow-up and report on referral outcomes.
  • To monitor the quality of test kits using suitable control materials/samples from laboratory department.
  • To be in line with current HTS protocols/guidelines to ensure correct testing services (periodic review of standard operating procedures with support from laboratory department).
  • To ensure safe storage of HTS related items and to request/prepare all the necessary consumables for undertaking the HTS activities on time.
  • To compile and submit HTS reports on weekly, monthly and/or quarterly to the HTS focal person on time.
  • To keep accurate HTS records (HTS registers, reports and referral/linkage reports)
  • To work with team member to monitor quality improvement plans with regards to the established performance targets/indicators.
  • Ensure HIV testing is performed according to the National HIV Testing algorithm.
  • To carry out any other duties that may be required by supervisor.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

All applications will be received not be later than 18th September 2020 at 03.30 PM. All applications should be directed through the email [email protected] or through the address below:

District Executive Director,
P O. BOX 70,
SIKONGE

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter, certified copies of academic certificates and an updated CV (3 pages maximum). All applications must be submitted physically or via post mail.

NB:

No applicants to pay any fee at whatever stage of the recruitment and selection process.

02 Job Opportunities at MDH & Sikonge District Council, Data Officers

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Data Officers (2 Posts)
Sikonge District Council in collaboration with Management Development for Heath (MDH) has a pleasure to invite suitable candidates to fill the following contracted vacancies.

Job Title: Data Officers (2 Posts)

Full time work station: CTCs and PMTCT Clinics

Report to: CTC In-charqe

Qualifications and Work Experience:

Certificate or Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Records Management or Secretarial Services, with computer basic skills

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Enter quickly and accurately clinical, laboratory, pharmacy, tracking or other forms into database under the monitoring of DDO and reporting to the DACC
  • Performs mobile data entries from small sites into CTC2 database
  • Sort and file forms as needed in numerical order
  • Conduct DQA’s on monthly basis
  • Conduct data checks on daily basis after data entry
  • Prepare graphs and inform CTC/PMTCT on progress of indicators vs target set
  • Report all CTC2 cards with problems to CTC ln-charge at end of each day for timely rectification
  • Reconcile differences between different data bases by running compare program, reviewing appropriate form, and correcting all differences
  • Locate and review archived or filed forms if necessary
  • Attend data staff meetings at specified times
  • Communicate both verbally and in writing suggestions for improvements-to data entry or data flow to supervisors
  • Complete other data tasks as assigned

APPLICATION DEADLINE

All applications will be received not be later than 18th September 2020 at 03.30 PM. All applications should be directed through the email [email protected] or through the address below:

District Executive Director,
P O. BOX 70,
SIKONGE

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter, certified copies of academic certificates and an updated CV (3 pages maximum). All applications must be submitted physically or via post mail.

NB:

No applicants to pay any fee at whatever stage of the recruitment and selection process.

Job Vacancy at Britam Insurance, Sales Manager

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Sales Manager-Bancassurance 

Job Purpose and Key responsibilities

  •  The role holder will be responsible for managing and growing relationships between Britam and its current, future banks and financial institutions to ensure sustained support and growth of bancassurance business portfolio.  The role will report to the Country Sales Manager.
  • Identify and create partnerships with banks in order to sell insurance products through the bank
  • Grow and defend Britam’s bank market share position and partners
  • Direct, guide, manage and offer support to Britam’s partnering banks
  • Monitor various partnering bank sales strengths to determine focus of sales efforts
  • Explore opportunities to develop new markets/ segments in line with company sales strategy from time to time
  • Manage quality of various partnering bank business, productivity and overall sales performance
  • Formulate and implement strategies that ensure partnering banks are well versed Britam products
  • Participate formulating and implementing any marketing activities and promotions
  • Formulate and implement strategies that ensure partnering banks are well versed Britam products
  • Develop the Bancassurance business and operational team
  • Drive the achievement of annual, quarterly and monthly production budgets and targets
  • Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
  • New business from banks
  • Renewal retention for banks
  • Recruitment of new banks
  • Loss ratio for bancassurance channel

Internal Relationships:

  • Responsible for staff working under this position
  • Required to liaise and work closely with the other departments as may be necessary

External Relationships:

  • Britam customers
  • Insurance sector players
  • Banks
  • Government Regulatory Authorities

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Knowledge, experience and qualifications required

  •  Bachelor degree (business related option preferred). MBA is an added advantage.
  • Professional qualification in Insurance (Certificate CII)
  • Seven years’ experience in insurance/banking/financial services 3-4 of which must be at management level.
  • Deciding and Initiating Action: Ensures, key organisational objectives are met, takes responsibility for decisions, actions, projects and people while focussing on achievement of strategic results; takes initiative and works under own direction; initiates and generates activity; makes quick, clear decisions with limited information available which may include tough choices or considered risks; decisions and actions takes into account possible impact on all parts of the business.
  • Leading and Supervising: Provides the business with a clear direction based on the overall strategic intent of the organisation; motivates and empowers others with a clear sense of purpose; creates a positive organisational climate that fosters learning and development; acknowledge high potential talent; sets and articulates the vision and values through own personal behaviour.
  • Relating and Networking: Easily establishes, as well as assists others in building good relationships with customers and staff across all departments, inside and outside of the organisation; relates well to people at all levels; facilitates the resolutions of conflict and manages disagreements with tact and diplomacy.
  • Persuading and Influencing: Gains clear agreement and commitment from others by persuading, convincing and negotiating to the benefit of the organisation, promote the organisational strategy during conversations; makes effective use of political processes to influence and persuade others; promotes ideas on behalf of oneself, the department or the organisation; makes a strong personal impact on others; takes care to manage the organisation’s impression and brand on others.
  • Formulating Strategies and Concepts:  Works strategically to realise organisational goals; sets and develops organisational strategies; identifies, develops positive and compelling visions of the organisation’s future potential; takes account of a wide range of issues across, and related to, the organisation; encourage others to take a strategic and long term view in terms of the organisation’s future; communicates the organisational strategy, vision and objectives effectively across all levels of the organisation.

Primary Location: Tanzania, United Republic of-Dar es Salaam-Dar es Salaam
Organization: International Insurance Business
Job Type: Permanent
Shift: Day Job
Contract Type: Full-time
The deadline for submitting the application is September 30, 2020
Number of Openings: 1

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Job Vacancy at Plan International, Emergency Response Manager

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Emergency Response Manager  
The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

The Opportunity

As the Emergency Response Manager (ERM), you will oversee Plan International’s response to the refugee crisis within Tanzania. You will manage a team of 90 national and international staff members working across three refugee camps in the Kigoma region. You will be responsible for the quality and effectiveness of Plan’s emergency response and will be accountable for developing, coordinating and managing all emergency activities in the Kigoma region.

In this role you will work in close collaboration with stakeholders in refugee operations and the host community. This will include UN agencies, international NGOs and district/regional government authorities. You will also pro-actively network to build external relations and lead fundraising efforts to build up a portfolio of grants to finance a multi-year response plan in close coordination with the Business Development Unit.

The Individual

We are looking to recruit a resilient and trustworthy individual who has proven relevant humanitarian aid experience in complex and natural disasters. You will have a high level of expertise in representation and negotiation with governments and donors and have demonstrable managerial experience, including the ability to manage multi-million dollar budgets. You will also have knowledge of programme design, proposal development, general finance, administration, information management and telecommunication skills and proficiency in information technology/ computer skills.

To be successful in this role you will be able to operate effectively under extreme circumstances including stress, high security risks and harsh living conditions and you will have the ability to work in diverse cultural contexts in a culturally appropriate manner. You will be an organised individual who has a capacity for initiative and decision making with competent analytical and problem-solving skills.

For the full job description, please follow the link.

Location: Kigoma, Tanzania

Type of Role: 1-year Fixed Term Contract

Reports to: Country Director

Salary: Competitive salary and package available

Closing Date: 7th October 2020

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. This means that we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with and we must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.

A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International’s Safeguarding Children and Young People policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that Plan International stands for. Our organisation is based on a culture of inclusivity and we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.

We will provide equality of opportunity and will not tolerate discrimination on any grounds. We foster an organisational culture that embraces and exemplifies our commitment to gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion while supporting staff to adopt good practice, positive attitudes and principles of gender equality and inclusion.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

2 Job Vacancies at HJF Medical Research International (HJFMRI) – Various Posts

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Senior Manager, Contracts and Partnership Management

Reports to: Operations Director
Location: Mbeya, Tanzania

Job Summary
The Senior Manager, Contracts and Partnership Management will manage the administration of contract and partnership activities of the HJFMRI-Tanzania in accordance with HJF/HJFMRI regulations to ensure financial accountability. S/he will oversee budget proposals and partners’ milestone financial expenditures, interpret contract and grants regulations and guidelines for spending, as well as ensuring that standard operating procedures (SOPs) and processes within the contract processing are followed.

Manage relationships between the program implementing partners and stakeholders, identify and exploit opportunities for new partnerships and to link the aims and interests of HJFMRI, Tanzania Government, Non-governmental organizations and communities so as to provide an effective program implementation. As a key member of the HJMRI-Tanzania Senior team, s/he will work closely and collaboratively with the Executive Director, Operations Director, other Directors and Senior Managers to ensure a systematic, process-driven approach to partner contracts and relationship management.

Duties and responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement all strategic and administrative initiatives within the required timeframe in collaboration with the Operations Director i.e roll-out of HJF/HJFMRI contractual /partnership guidelines or processes, departmental strategy and goals; development of annual plans and budgets.
  • Supervises the day to day contracts and partnership management for the HJFMRI PEPFAR program in Tanzania, including: reconciliation and analysis of monthly financial statements for small and large partners, monthly reporting, and submits reports to HJF/HJFMRI HQ in the US.
  •  Maintains communication with the Executive Director and Contract Managers at HQ to report and address any contracts and partnership – related administrative or compliance issue in a timely manner; Ensures all cost transfers are prepared with appropriate backup documentation;
  • Evaluates the capacity of partners to manage contracts including, development of work plans/remediation plans/improvement plans, identification and implementation of necessary metrics/milestones, monitoring, and integration of new systems into site activities;
  • Coordinate with program teams in the field, including with contract and finance staff to ensure that partner onsite reviews are conducted semiannually and on annually basis to manage risks and facilitate compliance of partner’s programs with donor and HJFMRI requirements and raise issues affecting external/internal compliance.
  • Set up a monitoring agreement with each partner, with a duel emphasis on compliance and risk management for contracts, as well as a monitoring plan to measure the impact of the capacity building programme on partner capacity and the ability to implement good quality programmes.
  • Directs and coordinates staff (oversees a team of 12 staff that work on contracts and partnership for both central and regional offices), systems and procedures related to processing of contracts agreements; manage daily activities of the contract and grants department and develops goals and objectives for the department;
  • Work with colleagues to collect and track data on the effectiveness of partnerships through identifying issues as they arise, conducting partnership surveys, assessing possible solutions, and executing those solutions. Demonstrating the impact of partnerships through reports, presentations, newsletters and annual reviews.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to structure and execute partner management initiatives, lead analysis and communicate final recommendations for growing partner relationships.
  • Manage the contract portfolio for both small and large partners and serve as contract point of contact, working closely with HQ and regional office program staff, to ensure smooth implementation of awards by providing guidance, regulation interpretation and advising on any award implementation issues that is contractual in nature;,
  •  Facilitate internal or external audits for small and large partners by providing information and documentation as requested and design appropriate actions following audit reviews;
  • Develops, conducts and administers in-house and external compliance and partnership training initiatives including staff training, partners training, with approval from HJFMRI-Tanzania or HJF/HJFMRI HQ in the US in areas not limited to grant writing, grant monitoring, budgeting, compliance, documentation and information management, and ethics.
  • Support staff development initiatives for contracts and partnership staff; through preparation of training modules for scheduled group trainings, linking individuals to training platforms and one-on-one mentoring/technical assistance.
  • Oversee implementation of partner meetings in liaison with Contracts Manager, department staff and program leads i.e kick off, annual planning and budgeting, review meetings with IPs and key stakeholders.
  • Reviews and approves partner milestone payment requests before they are executed, monitor contract progress and compliance, works closely with partners to resolve problems and lead negotiations with large and small partners on modifications and edits of contracts;
  •  In collaboration with the contract managers at both HJFMRI TZ and HQ, develops updates and regularly reviews and maintain a variety of partner contract templates to be utilized under its prime awards by counterpart staff;
  • Coordinate strategic partnership-building approaches with government, donor, civil society, and other HJFMRI stakeholders (i.e POLRAG) for the appropriate program implementation and contracts process compliance.
  •  Manage a capacity development program through working closely with HJF/HJFMRI HQ to ensure that partners have proper policies and procedures in place related to contractual compliance by developing, improving and revising policies related to procurement, collaboration, program management, grants and contractual compliance, to ensure integration and proper implementation;
  • Review service agreements and partner contracts to ensure compliance with the terms and to identify conflicts or changes requiring resolution at contract renewal.
  • Oversee preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly and annual partner financial and narrative reports for the HJFMRI/WRP-Tanzania program including monthly and annual fiscal partners records and reports and audit schedules including submitting monthly partner milestone expense report to the HJ/HJFMRI HQ in the US
  • Ensure appropriate information is collected, records are kept and that reports in relation to contracts and partnerships are written as required
  •  Initiates various personnel actions including hiring, performance appraisal, promotions, transfers, and vacation schedules for the contracts and partnership team/department;
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements:

  • Post graduate qualification and experience in relevant field of studies that can bring added value to the job;
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in international development with an NGO and/or for-profit in the development sector desired.
  • Minimum of 8 – 10 years of experience with the administration of USG and non-USG awards (both contracts and partnership) working knowledge and ability to interpret and apply USG regulation including knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations, donor regulations, etc. USAID, Dept. of State, and other international development donor experience.
  • A demonstrable track record of delivering outcomes that require collaborative approaches across organizations.
  • Must have strong program management with experience in conducting situation analysis, identification of possible partnering opportunities, evaluation of potential partners, negotiation of agreements and work plans with various partners.
  •  Knowledge and experience in Federal Government Contracts, international contract/subcontract in Africa.
  •  Solid history of supervisory experience, including mentorship for both senior staff as well as junior staff.
  •  Proven effective and efficient leading and management skills in a diverse, multi-national and lingual work environment
  •  Ability to multi-task; ability to take responsibility for a diverse number of projects and to complete them in a timely manner with limited supervision
  • Technologically savvy including experience with: Microsoft Excel, Word and Power-point, and other online training platforms.

Director, Laboratory Services

Reports: Executive Director
Location: Mbeya, Tanzania

Job Summary
Under the direction and supervision of the Executive Director for the Henry Jackson Foundation Medical Research International (HJFMRI) – Tanzania, the incumbent will direct and manage the successful implementation of laboratory based activities at HJFMRI-supported facilities consistent with the principles of the United States President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The incumbent will be based in Mbeya and will be responsible for coordinating and leveraging WRAIR/HJFMRI Laboratory activities and expertise with other U.S. government, international and host government agencies as it relates to the activities supported in Tanzania and East Africa by the DoD/US MHRP. The incumbent will also coordinate development of laboratory capacity under PEPFAR with laboratory activities conducted in Tanzania.

The incumbent will have supervisory and managerial responsibility over personnel hired by HJFMRI for laboratory operations at HJFMRI-supported health facilities in Tanzania. The incumbent will ensure that HJFMRI Laboratory activities are planned and executed with quality, accountability, and measurable impact. S/he will represent the HJFMRI laboratory program activities with other USG agencies, donors, as the site representative for lab operations. Most importantly, the incumbent will develop and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with counterparts and colleagues in the relevant ministries and government entities across the regions supported by HJFMRI. rehensive HIV prevention care and treatment program in 21 sites throughout the country.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: 90% OF TIME:

  • Functions as a critical team member of the HJFMRI Tanzania team supporting care and treatment activities, attending scheduled HJFMRI, as well as ad-hoc, meetings.
  • Ensures there is a robust supply of all necessary commodities and supplies necessary for the successful provision of high-quality lab services in supported region
  • Oversees the sample collection infrastructure needed to ensure successful implementation of lab (diagnosis and suppression) activities supported by HJFMRI
  • Provides senior-level coordination and supervision of laboratory team, ensuring activities in the lab are implemented in sync with the clinical, community, and strategic information teams with an emphasis on collaboration and teamwork for success
  • Leads the development of budgets and work plans for the laboratory services
  • Ensures that laboratory capabilities at all supported facilities are in place with adequate quality controls
  • Ensures that current protocols are running smoothly, prepares interim reports as needed
  • Offers expertise to other potential academic and USG funded partners as required
  • Oversees specimen storage facilities, particularly -80 freezers, ensures correct conditions are met; all stored specimens are correctly documented and are easily retrieved
  • Overseas transport of specimens for repatriation when required
  • Supervises correct transport and reception of specimens and ensures testing in appropriate time scales
  • Provides and resources technical advice/assistance and analysis for improving laboratory services with particular emphasis on quality management in the clinical laboratory.
  • Provides leadership in the development and execution of training programs at the training centre in Mbeya for laboratory management and quality services.
  • Provides technical assistance in the development and strengthening of capabilities in program-supported laboratories across the regions
  • Works with in country USG committees, providing support and undertaking assigned tasks as needed as part of the overall USG effort under PEPFAR.
  • Represents HJFMRI interests in expansion of HIV/AIDS prevention and care and treatment activities in Tanzania and leveraging of relevant areas of DoD expertise to assist other USG and DoD efforts.
  • Serves as active member of Senior Management Team and works collaboratively with other members to ensure program success.
  • Supports the scale up of viral load testing in the program through evaluation and installation of appropriate platforms. Serves as a leading voice in evaluating performance of viral load testing in the program in general.
  • Oversees the setting up and implementation of HIV Drug Resistance testing (HIVDRT) by recruiting, training and mentoring staff on HIVDRT and ensuring daily HIVDRT activities take place at the Mbeya Zonal Referral Hospital Laboratory as required.
  • Supports the continued implementation of quality Early Infant Diagnosis (EID) of HIV in HIV-exposed infants in the program. This involves development of training materials, coordination of training and overseeing the transport mechanisms for EID in the program.
  • Other duties as assigned by Supervisor

OTHER JOB DUTIES: 10% OF TIME

  • Ensures the Program is well represented on in-country Technical working groups such as the Lab, HIV Drug Resistance and PMTCT TWGs.
  • Provides collaborative assistance to other program personnel and health scientists that require the incumbent’s expertise.
  • Maintains a safe work environment with appropriate training of other personnel.
  • Completes other projects as needed.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • Knowledge and experience regarding successful implementation of laboratory operations and activities in resource limited settings.
  • Knowledge of good clinical laboratory science, quality management systems and standards for accreditation.
  • Laboratory management experience and training in international settings. Program monitoring and evaluation.
  • Knowledge of applicable complex technology; an ability to communicate effectively to include excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills; ability to troubleshoot technical procedures; ability to work independently and supervise others.

MINIMUM EDUCATION/TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

  • Master’s degree in related scientific or laboratory science discipline. Doctoral degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years related lab management experience and 3-5 years of PEPFAR experience
  • Incumbent will be expected to live and work in Mbeya, Tanzania and travel to field locations supported by WRAIR/HJFMRI in Tanzania
  • Required Licenses, Certification or Registration: N/A
  • Supervisory Responsibilities/Controls:
  • Incumbent will work under the supervision of the Executive Director for HJFMRI Tanzania, and will supervise a number of laboratory operations staff in Tanzania.
  • Work Environment:
  • Office/field environment; may require working evenings and weekends; may involve working with bio-hazardous materials.
  • Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of Human Resources

Method of Application
Cover letters and resumes should be sent by mail through post/EMS/DHL/ or any reliable Courier to the
;

Human Resources and Administration Manager, 
P.O. Box 6396,
Mbeya 

or sent through e-mail to [email protected]

NOTE: To be considered, applicants must put the TITLE OF THE JOB in the SUBJECT LINE. “CVs should not include any reference to marital status, birthplace, or tribal or religious affiliations. Any CVs containing this information will not be considered for employment”. Applications that are hand-delivered will not be accepted. The deadline for submitting the application is September 30th, 2020.
HJFMRI is an equal opportunity employer; women are highly encouraged to apply.

23 Job Opportunities at DUCE, Readers/Note-takers

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Readers/Note-takers 23 Posts

Applications are invited from suitably qualified Tanzanians to fill the following part time vacant positions at the Dar es Salaam University College of Education (DUCE) situated at Chang’ombe, Temeke District in Dar es Salaam.

Job Title: Part time Readers/Note-takers for students with Disabilities and Special Needs (23 Posts).

Qualifications:
Applicant must be a holder of Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) or an Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE), good command in English and must have the ability to work with Students with Disabilities and Special Needs. Knowledge and skills in computer, braille writing and sign language will be an added advantage.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • To read and take notes on assigned reading materials for visually impaired and deaf students;
  • Fetching reading materials from the internet and library for the students;
  • To guide the students with physical challenges to different parts of the College e.g. Lecture rooms and outside the College;
  • To provide the students with disabilities with an accurate and full account of the information conveyed in lectures or classes and even outside the classes;
  • To work in a helpful and flexible manner, maintaining confidentiality at all times, and;
  • To perform any other duties that may be assigned by the relevant

Note:

Applicant must be a Tanzanian
Only short listed candidates will be

Interested applicants should submit their applications to the: Deputy Principal (Administration)

Deputy Principal (Administration)
Dar es Salaam University College of Education (DUCE)
P. O. Box 2329
DAR ES SALAAM

The deadline for submitting applications is 14th September, 2020.

07 Job Vacancies at AMUCTA, Assistant Lecturers

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Assistant Lecturers 7 posts
Archbishop Mihayo University College of Tabora (AMUCTA) invites qualified Tanzanians to apply for the following positions.

Positions

Lecturer in Education: 3 posts
Assistant Lecturer in Special Needs (Visual Impairment: 2 posts; Hearing Impairment: 1 post)
Assistant Lecturer in Geography: 2 posts
Assistant Lecturer in History: 2 posts

Qualifications
Applicants for Lecturer positions should possess a PhD in the relevant discipline, while those for Assistant Lecturer positions should have a Master’s Degree. All applicants must have at least a GPA of 4.0 at Master’s level and 3.5 at Bachelor’s Degree level.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Conducting lectures, seminars, tutorials and evaluation for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, as the case may be;
  • Setting, moderating, invigilating and marking examinations;
  • Supervising projects, research and practical training activities;
  • Conducting research, consultancy, outreach and publication activities;
  • Organising and participating in relevant workshops, conferences and seminar; and  Carrying out any other relevant duties assigned by the university authorities.

How to Apply

All applications should be addressed to the Deputy Principal for Administration and Finance; P.O. Box 801, Tabora, or be submitted through the university email [email protected]

The application letters should be accompanied with certified copies of academic certificates and transcripts, Birth Certificates and up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV). The CV should indicate the names and contacts of three referees.

Remuneration: Attractive packages will be offered consonant with qualifications.

Terms of Employment: A three-year contract, which is renewable upon one’s satisfactory performance.

Closing Date: 30th October 2020.