TANZANIA NATIONAL ROADS AGENCY (TANROADS) is a Semi-Autonomous Agency under the Ministry of Works established on July 1, 2000 and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Tanzania Mainland’s trunk and regional roads network. Its primary functions include the management of maintenance and development works, operations of the network and axle load control, the implementation of road safety and environmental measures, provision of advice on the strategic framework, policies and plans for the road sector.

Regional Manager, TANROADS – MOROGORO is looking for suitable qualified Tanzanian candidates for 13 available Posts at Morogoro Weigh Bridge stations and Regional Manager Office. Applications are invited from suitable qualified and competent Tanzanians to apply for the following positions:

POSITION TITLE: OFFICE ASSISTANT II (3 POSTS)

POSITION RELATIONSHIP:

The holder of this post who reports to Human Resource and Administration will responsible for to provide office support service

Direct entry qualifications:

Holders of Certificate of Secondary Education Examination who passed English and Kiswahili.

Duties and Responsibilities:

To clean office premises;
To prepare and serve refreshments;
To move files and documents as directed.
To undertake photocopying and/or binding of documents
To dispatch letters or parcels.
To collect letters from the post office.
To ensure office equipment is kept in proper places.
To perform any such other related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

All interested and qualified Tanzanians are invited to submit their own handwritten application letters, enclosing detailed curriculum vitae and CERTIFIED COPIES of relevant education and professional certificates, Birth Certificates together with names of two referees and their contact addresses, telephone number(s) and E-mail addresses, so as to reach the addressee mentioned below not later than 3th July, 2020 Applications which will be received after deadline SHALL NOT be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Please apply to:

Regional Manager, TANROADS,
P.O.Box 91,
Morogoro.
Tel:+255 023 2935223
Fax:+255 023 2935224/255 23 2935225

Nutrition Specialist

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Nutrition component of the program; will be responsible for the overall design, implementation, oversight, and reporting of the program’s Nutrition activities, including design of behavior change and communication interventions and integration of nutrition interventions in the production and market components of the program.
• Identify and recruit Community Health Volunteers and conduct Social and behavior Change Communication (SBCC) kits on dietary diversity and hygienic practices in food preparations and handling. Ensure that project implementation is in compliance with the stipulations of the selection of Women and Youth Empowerment to at least 60%.
• Promote consumption of vegetables, fruits, spices and herbs to improve local markets as well as emphasizing best feeding practices to infant and young children and hygienic practices in food preparations, so as to overcome micronutrient deficiency and stunting.
• Study and record severe malnutrition among stakeholders’ children between 1-5yrs and follow up their progress through feeding regime advices; Build capacity trainings on nutrition and diverse diets for reproductive child health officers from health centers according to project target.
• Promote the seed-kit for kitchen gardens, sensitize horticulture producer households about nutritious diversified diets and hygienic practices in food preparations; and hence crop diversification.
• Link TAHA extension services especially on establishing kitchen gardens to increase the availability of vegetables, improve uptake of Vitamin A and Iron. Hence promote vegetable bag farming for leafy vegetables.
• Promote healthy nutritious practices through radio, social media, ICE materials and sms’; and disseminate voice and video messages through different platforms.
• Promote and disseminate TAHA Market Information System through TAHA groups, TAHA Knowledge hub and government extension workers.
• Must be up to date on the latest research relating to nutrition and health; analyze the information; and use it to shape recommendations and actions on behalf of our project beneficiaries. Clarifying information to beneficiaries and explaining the effects of nutrients on overall health condition.
• Examine the process of nourishment and the association between diet, disease and health and provide health advice and promoting healthy eating.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team/supporting the work of other Team members in providing services to the horticulture sector within the project geographical areas. Develop, revise, and update activity workplans accordingly.
• Attends conferences and engage in educational opportunities. Make presentations on a variety of topics such as how nutrition affects performance in sports, schools etc.
• Contribute to high level project implementation by working closely with the Horticulture stakeholders and Nutrition department of Ministry of Health, school health teachers, and other key health and nutrition sector stakeholders.
• Collaborate with production team (including agriculture extension officers) to integrate nutrition messages within agriculture platforms, to promote crop diversification.
• Reporting and documenting project implementation status on monthly and quarterly basis and participate in the establishment of mechanisms to collect appropriate information of the monitoring and evaluation system of activities under the outcome of the project. Ensure key lessons and best practices from the project are shared with all key stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nutritional Science, Home Economics& Nutrition, Horticulture or food sciences, public health or related field as well as specialized training in Nutrition are required or any other related field.
• At least 5 years of work experience progressively responsible experience in Nutrition, and/or at least 1-year experience implementing nutrition-sensitive or nutrition-specific interventions particularly in managing community-based nutrition programming will be an added advantage.
• Experience in Instructing, Coaching, and Motivating, demonstrated knowledge of the horticulture sector.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders including Government institutions and Regional and Local levels; private sector, Agri-inputs suppliers, research institutions and Producers groups /Market Associations.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of global evidence-based approaches to school-based and community-based health and nutrition interventions; ability to articulate and operationalize best practices.
• Training in and/or experience implementing social and behavior change interventions; understanding of core behavior change principles.
• Experience in designing and implementing nutrition sensitive agricultural, dietary diversity, and social and behavior change communication projects. Experience with food and equipment quality standards would be an added advantage.
• Demonstrated experience on preparing documentation and reporting.

Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and oral communication skills, interpersonal and reporting skills
• Sound leadership and mentoring skills and experience. Actively works towards continuing personal learning, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills.
• Knowledge in computer (MS word, excel and PowerPoint)
• Fluent written and oral communication in English and Swahili is required
• Willingness to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders, especially with primary stakeholders;
• A team player and self-starter able to inspire and influence action.
• Ability to work independently and most importantly as part of a multi-cultural team.
• Broad geographic experience of Tanzania Isles (Unguja and Pemba).
• Critical Thinking Skills; Good Decision-Making Skills; Great Presentation Skills; Time Management Skills; Self Motivated and Service Oriented;

Microfinance Officer

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify the implementing partners their capacity building and training needs and recruit, coordinate and train “Saving and Credit” trainers and data collectors. Ensure that project implementation is in compliance with the stipulations of the selection of Women and Youth Empowerment to at least 60%.
• Form, support and strengthen and build capacity to Savings and credit groups of Horticulture producers’ other actors in the value chain are not necessarily excluded including provision of VICOBA materials on areas related to the project.
• Supervise and mobilize continuous data collection from the groups to be entered in the SAVIX MIS to monitor the progress of saving groups and compare performance of different trainers or different geographical information.
• Monitor trainers and data collectors and groups that they collect all necessary data, measured by using a checklist, group constitution are adhered and all recordings of passbooks are properly attended to, so as to assure sustainability and activities are conducted as planned.
• Identify the implementing partners, their capacity building and training needs, particularly as they relate to micro-finance and cooperative development.
• Conduct an assessment of the identified Microfinance partners and, if necessary, develop an organizational plan with the assistance of TRIAS Microfinance advisor if there is need for trainings on the cooperative act, on leadership and governance, on product development and on accounting and financial management.
• Strengthen the capacity of SACCOS and MFIS(Microfinance Institutions) through trainings and on-job support, including bi-annual data collection through the TRIAS’ MF factsheet to assess which support is needed.
• Promote and disseminate TAHA Market Information System through TAHA groups, TAHA Knowledge hub and government extension workers.
• Analyze members feedback data to determine whether trainees and ToTs are satisfied with TAHA/TRIAS products and services according to the project’s context and identify the gaps to be filled for successful deliverables; Formulate plans to provide trainings needed at various levels and different phases of the programme.
• Provide insights into horticultural development and ensure all other micro-finance programme activities are implemented according to the annual work plan whilst maintaining the flexibility to shift priorities according to the changing context; and undertake any other related duties arising within the context of the project.
• Facilitate the development of linkages of horticultural producers, traders, processors and other actors and networks with sectoral institutions such as banks, MFI/MFBs and other related institutions to assist TAHA beneficiaries to acquire loans. Provide support in overall coordination, management & implementation of the microfinance component of the project.
• To bring together all horticultural value chain actors, with Banks, SACCOS, MFI/MFB and other financial institution for networking, peer-to-peer learning, and strengthening their and expanding their business.
• Reporting and documenting project implementation status on a monthly and quarterly basis and participate in the establishment of mechanisms to collect appropriate information of the monitoring and evaluation system of activities under the outcome of the project. Ensure key lessons and best practices from the project are shared with all key stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Management or Development studies, Agribusiness and Agriculture economics, Business administration, Economics or any other related field.
• At least 3 years of work experience in working in a business role. Experience in microfinance or equivalent will be an added advantage.
• Experience in project management and networking activities or similar with, demonstrated knowledge of the Agriculture sector.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders including Government institutions and Regional and Local levels; private sector, Agri-inputs suppliers, research institutions and Producers groups /Market Associations.
• Demonstrated experience on preparing documentation and reporting.

Competencies:

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and reporting skills
• Sound leadership and mentoring skills and experience.
• Actively works towards continuing personal learning acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills.
• Knowledge in computer (MS word, excel and PowerPoint)
• Fluent written and oral communication in English and Swahili is required
• Willingness to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders, especially with primary stakeholders;
• A team player and self-starter able to inspire and influence action;
• Ability to work independently and most importantly as part of a multi-cultural team
• Broad geographic experience of Tanzania Isles (Unguja and Pemba)

Junior Agronomists

Key Responsibilities:

• Working with TAHA in the project areas to facilitate the adoption of Climate Smart Agriculture for improved horticultural production and post-harvest loss management.
• Provide support and facilitate farmers, Community based farmers and extension officers, member farmers to provide on farm demonstrations and promotion of Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), and approved TAHA technologies tailored to improved horticultural production and post-production technologies.
• Actively foster the active participation of women and youth in the project activities at least 60% of the target populations.
• Coordinating field activities that involve public and private extension officers that focus on improved horticulture production.
• Taking lead in documenting cases for changes occurring in the production level of the horticulture value chain.
• Developing an inventory of all project supported horticulture producers in all project villages for the aim of tracking and documenting changes in their horticulture production activities.
• Facilitating access to horticultural markets and extension information for horticultural products through the value chain through TAHA kilimo App, through the TAHA Knowledge Hub and TAHA Market Information system.
• Establishment of Demonstration plots, with TAHA proven technologies and oversee they are highly maintained by the project target farmers. Coordinate horticultural related demonstrations, farmer field days, exposure visits for peer-to-peer learning in sheia, districts, regions and zones basing on the demand and feasibility.
• Reporting and documenting project implementation status on a monthly and quarterly basis and participate in the establishment of mechanisms to collect appropriate information of the monitoring and evaluation system of activities under the outcome of the project.
• Undertake any other related duties arising within the context of the project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Extension and Agronomy.
• At least 3 years of work experience in agricultural production with at least 1 year in supporting farmers to increase crop productivity.
• Experience in horticulture production will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Agriculture sector, particularly participation of Smallholder farmers through the value chain.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders including Government institutions and Regional and Local levels; private sector, Agri-inputs suppliers, research institutions and Producers groups /Market Associations.
• Practical knowledge of agronomy and agriculture extension
• Demonstrated experience in preparing documentation and reporting

Competencies:

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and reporting skills
• Knowledge about climate change adaptation, climate-smart agriculture techniques, horticulture production etc.
• Knowledge in the computer (MS word, excel and PowerPoint)
• Fluent written and oral communication in English and Swahili is required
• Willingness to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders, especially with primary stakeholders;
• A team player and a self-starter able to inspire and influence action;
• Broad geographic experience of Tanzania Isles (Unguja and Pemba)

Communication Assistant

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the creation, production and the distribution of digital and print contents, overseeing office activities, brainstorming ideas and developing newsletters and other publications. Draft and edit communications copy (e.g. press releases, publications, social media posts).
• Creating marketing materials, managing by supporting Communications Team in creating, editing and posting creative content on social media networks i.e TAHA’s Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and LinkedIn platforms using translated technical content and program updates, creating databases for managing clients, events, communications, and marketing data; Update databases and media lists.
• Regularly monitor website and social media metrics and analyze monthly, and attend both external and internal events
• Provide administrative support to various teams and programs. Track projects and media exposure; helping to execute communications projects and strategies and dissemination of high-quality tools and materials, ensuring style and branding compliance and represent communication Team policies and guidelines across all materials.
• Assist in maintaining web content and executing social media strategies ensuring clear communication of TAHA messages across all channels.
• Responsible for supporting strategies that increase the project visibility to diverse global audiences, expanding digital information sharing capacity, and strengthening internal communication systems.
• Offer support to all teams in designing and editing materials for a range of audiences and contexts, including research and meeting reports, case studies, briefs, toolkits, peer-reviewed articles, training curricula, presentation design and critical eye for data visualization communication; also contribute to the dissemination of knowledge and experience of the project through participation in the related events.
• Liaise with graphic designers and other vendors to develop and produce materials for visibility activities. Offer administrative support to the Communications Team in tracking products and materials according to deadlines.
• Coordinate or lead communication related trainings or events for staff or partners and other horticulture stakeholders; Support in executing events such as farmer field days, AGM, Producers-Buyers high level market access forums, Participation in the local trade fairs, media campaigns on nutrition and gender perspectives in horticulture.
• Support Communications Team in repurposing and creating fresh content for monthly E-newsletters and other direct communication.
• Support Communications Team in maintaining a collection of photos, graphics, icons, infographics, data bites videoclips to use in various digital content; Expand digital dissemination outlets for information sharing such as websites, webinars, social media, videos, data visualizations, infographics, emails list servs, etc.
• Promote and disseminate TAHA Market Information System through TAHA groups, TAHA Knowledge hub i.e. maintaining digital database and support the physical library of horticultural tools and resources and government extension workers, and other stakeholders.
• Reporting and documenting project implementation status on monthly and quarterly basis and participate in the establishment of mechanisms to collect appropriate information of the monitoring and evaluation system of activities under the outcome of the project. Ensure key lessons and best practices from the project are shared with all key stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communication with at least 3 years’ experience or a post graduate diploma in Communications or Journalism, Media, Public Relations or a related field from a recognized university.
• Background in communications, media relations, and/or knowledge management preferred.
• Communication and facilitator- editing, writing, policy communication, community engagement, Internet tools and skills, information management, process facilitation, reporting and administration.
• Excellent knowledge of modern communication tools and approaches, and solid experience in knowledge management including ICT and web 2.0 tools applications like Wiki, Flickr, slideshare, Youtube, Dropbox and blogging; Use of social media dashboards/management tools
• Excellent organization and time management skills, including ability to juggle multiple tasks and respond rapidly to new events and competing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and present technical information to nontechnical audiences, and a passion to bridge the gap between research and lay audiences.
• Creative problem-solver with an eye for good design; on the cutting edge of emerging media trends and technologies.
• Demonstrated experience on preparing documentation and reporting.

Competencies:

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and reporting skills
• Sound leadership and mentoring skills and experience.
• Actively works towards continuing personal learning, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills.
• Knowledge in computer (MS word, excel and PowerPoint)
• Fluent written and oral communication in English and Swahili is required
• Willingness to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders, especially with primary stakeholders;
• A team player and self-starter able to inspire and influence action;
• Ability to work independently and most importantly as part of a multi-cultural team
• Broad geographic experience of Tanzania Isles (Unguja and Pemba).

Business Development Services Officer

Duty Station: Zanzibar

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify and recruit potential producers, processors, traders and other actors in the horticultural value chain for the agri-business training B|U|S. Ensure that project implementation is in compliance with the stipulations of the selection of Women and Youth Empowerment to at least 60%.
• Support and coordinate all B|U|S activities with AHA and the farmer-trainers (ToTs) to reach its objective of facilitating delivery of the Business Development services (BDS) Cycle interventions for traders and processors in Tanzania Isles (Unguja and Pemba). S/he will also take part in building capacity of the ToTs which includes selecting and making regular contacts, facilitating training and coaching on areas related to the project.
• Mobilize and organize the ToTs for B|U|S trainings methodology (Module 1,2 and 3) consisting of an in-house training, practical, roll-out periods; Mentor and monitor the ToTs through the project period till they graduate.
• Identify Horticultural processors and traders who need and want assistance in strengthening or expanding their business, and conduct a situational analysis while establishing strategies for pursuing these new opportunities in the value chain.
• Develop and sustain supportive, solid relationships with TAHA members and stakeholders, analyzing portfolios to identify new opportunities, and stimulating environment for entrepreneurs by providing mentorship and advisory services about TAHA services.
• Promote and disseminate TAHA Market Information System through TAHA groups, TAHA Knowledge hub and government extension workers.
• Promote and increase entrepreneurial development through awareness programs, surveys, B|U|S workshops and market research.
• Organize along with the Zonal Marketing Development Officer farmers and buyers forum.
• Analyze members feedback data to determine whether trainees and ToTs are satisfied with TAHA/AHA/TRIAS products and services according to the project’s context and identify the gaps to be filled for successful deliverables.
• Provide insights into horticultural development and undertake any other related duties arising within the context of the project.
• Reporting and documenting project implementation status on monthly and quarterly basis and participate in the establishment of mechanisms to collect appropriate information of the monitoring and evaluation system of activities under the outcome of the project.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Agribusiness and Agriculture economics, Business administration, Business management or any other related field.
• At least 3 years of work experience in working in a business role. Experience in the agriculture sector will be an added advantage.
• Proven experience working as a Business Development Officer or similar role, demonstrated knowledge of the Agriculture sector.
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders including Government institutions and Regional and Local levels; private sector, Agri-inputs suppliers, research institutions and Producers groups /Market Associations.
• Demonstrated experience on preparing documentation and reporting.

Competencies:

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and reporting skills
• Actively works towards continuing personal learning, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills.
• Knowledge in computer (MS word, excel and PowerPoint)
• Fluent written and oral communication in English and Swahili is required
• Willingness to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders, especially with primary stakeholders;
• A team player and self-starter able to inspire and influence action;
• Broad geographic experience of Tanzania Isles (Unguja and Pemba).

Mode of application:
Please send your detailed CV and application letter to [email protected] or by post to TAHA, Kanisa Road, Plot No. 49, P. O. Box 16520, Arusha. Envelopes should be clearly marked with the Job Title. Applications should reach us not later than June 26th 2020.

• Ensure that students feel supported, encouraged and free to seek guidance and help from the Social worker with all of their problems, both at school and at home.
• Develop knowledge of each sponsored student, their unique strengths, hopes, goals and challenges as well as their home situations.
• Encourage and motivate students to do their very best in school.
• Develop a strong, mutually respectful relationship with Parents/Guardians and ensure parents/guardians knows their child’s Social worker, understand their roles, and place an importance on sending their children to school every day.
• Develop a strong, mutually respectful relationship with village leadership and school administrators and ensure that they understand the role of Project Zawadi.
• Support and encourage Guardian Teachers and develop a relationship where they feel free to seek guidance and help from the social worker in their duties and with any issues affecting PZ students.
• Increase awareness to students and families of various future options (academic and vocational) and help guide the selection of a path that will lead them to self-reliance.
• Maintained information in the CRM database and sponsorsfeel connected to their sponsored child through regular communication.
• Maintain accurate and appropriate records of all work undertaken for monitoring and reporting purposes
• Compile weekly and monthly reports on all activities, indicators, case studies and lessons learned and share with the Sponsorship committee

Qualifications for the Job:

• Degree in Sociology, Psychology, Social Work, International Development, Social Science or related field with a minimum of 2 years work experience in related field.
• Experience, or demonstrable commitment towards, the implementation and monitoring of children and youth projects within an NGO environment
• Good awareness of current issues in the field of development and emergencies, with familiarity of children and youth issues in particular.
• The position is based in Nyamuswa Village, Bunda District, Mara Region, with occasional travel to other areas of Tanzania.

Dealing with Problems:

• This position Involves providing assistance and advocacy to improve social and psychological functioning of children and their families
• Attempting to maximize academic functioning of children as well as improving the family’s overall well-being.professionals may assist Children and parents address abuse. In schools they address problems such as truancy, bad behavior, teenage pregnancy, drug use, and poor grades.
• They also advice teachers and act as liaisons between students, homes, schools, courts, protective services, and other institutions.

Key Competencies:

• Strong oral and written communication skills in both English and Swahili and ability to engage in empathic communication
• Ability to maintain professional behavior with integrity in formal and informal settings with a variety of stakeholders.
• Detail oriented, organized and able to manage priorities for multiple projects at the same time
• Ability to work independently as well as participate in a team.
• Flexibility to adapt as the job changes and grows. The Counselor should be detail oriented, organized, responsive, and able to manage priorities for multiple tasks at the same time.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Please send application to:
Email [email protected] / [email protected]

Applications should be submitted no later than 01st of July 2020, Applications should include the following:

1.An updated CV with key activities including relevant work experience and qualifications.
2. Cover letter
Applications not including all of the above information will not be reviewed. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

KVTC is currently recruiting candidates to fill the four vacant positions in our Forest Department. Below please find a detailed job advert

Job Description
The Kilombero Valley Teak Company Ltd. (KVTC) is a forestry company located in the Kilombero and Ulanga Districts of the Morogoro Region. The Company manages teak plantations and natural woodlands and processes timber in a factory located at Mavimba in the Ulanga District.

KVTC Currently has Four (4) vacancies for Foresters with between 3-8 years of experience:

1. 1. Plantation Manager (Foresters)– Two post

KVTC’s estates are divided into 5 working units and each working unit has a plantation manager assigned to manage the day to day operations in the unit.

Responsibilities include:

1. Contractor Management
2. Inspection of Forestry Standards
3. Road Maintenance
4. Natural Woodland Protection
5. Management of forest fires (protection)
6. Handling paperwork and keeping administrative records
7. Training/instructing and supervising farm workers
8. Making sure that work progresses satisfactorily
9. Ensure compliance with Government regulations and Health and safety standards
10. Keeping an up-to- date knowledge of pests and diseases

Plantation managers are required to work independently, and the vast majority of their time is spent in the field. Note that this is not a desk or office function.

2. 2. Outgrowers Support Program Manager (Foresters) – Two posts

KVTC maintains an extensive Outgrowers program and is looking for the capable foresters that can undertake management, supervision and monitoring of Outgrowers’ plots. Ensure that Outgrowers have the necessary skills, resources, and motivation to work effectively. Establish systems and processes for tracking activities, budgets, stocks, distributions, etc. Monitoring and reporting: Monitor project activities and impact (economic, social, and environmental).

The OSP Manager will spend a large amount of his/her time in the Outgrowers’ fields and is responsible for soil testing, plus site selection, chemical applications, growth monitoring, thinning control and pruning regimes including cleaning of the plots.
This is not a desk or office function although some degree of office work will be required.

Requirements/Qualifications

• Applicants must have a tertiary qualification in the field of forestry or agriculture and between 3-8 years working experience.
• Experience working in and with rural communities will be an advantage
• Experience working with teak will be an advantage
• Experience with forest certification systems such as FSC or TLTV will be an advantage
• The applicant must have a passion for forestry and the environment
• The applicant must have a driving license and be proficient in driving a motorcycle
• The applicant must be fluent in English, reading and writing.
• For the OSP Manager must have an understanding of statistics and the proven ability to collect, compile and analyse Outgrowers’ data and present in report format for management is a necessity.
• Must have the ability to learn quick and work with modern equipment for example GPS and calliper.
• The applicant must have basic computer literacy (MS Office).

This position entails extensive field work in remote areas with abundant wildlife. Only applicants willing to work under the demanding conditions normal to this type of environment should apply.

MODE OF APPLICATION:
If you meet the requirements of the position above, please submit your application letter and a copy of your updated CV to [email protected]

Address to:
HR & Administration Manager
Kilombero Valley Teak Company
P.o. Box 655,
Ifakara.

NB:
Only short-listed applicants will be invited for interviews.
Deadline for submission is 26th of June 2020.

Joining Vodacom is more than a job, what we do matters. We don’t just carry minutes, texts and data – we carry people’s lives. And that’s a huge responsibility. If you think for a minute about the people you rely on…the likelihood is they rely on us.

Customers are at the heart of everything we do and we want to make a difference to the lives of our customers, and the communities in which we live and work. We support our people to give something back to the causes that mean the most to them through helping them give time and money to the charities they love.

And what’s it like to work here? We have created an environment where you can look forward to coming to work and are empowered to be at your best. We offer flexibility in how you work that helps you do your job in a way that suits you, opportunities to help you grow and progress throughout your career and a choice of benefits to suit your lifestyle.

Description

•  Responsible for the definition and delivery of a Terminals Strategy and management of the value chain across Tanzania as well as enable the delivery of core strategy objectives such as Data Growth or Smartphone penetration.
• This includes implementation of device S&D strategies, effective management of the various distribution channels, ensuring continuous performance and achievement of KPI’s, management of divisional expenditure, collaboration with teams (both internal staff and contracted teams.

Key accountabilities;

• Define the  local terminals portfolio, integrating global portfolio strategy and plans and local needs; Cooperate to define the right street prices, to drive marketing initiatives and sales
• Co-ordinate the procurement for handsets,  tablets and connected devices across Tanzania , delivering competitive advantage for Vodacom and ensuring leadership in terms of price, volumes, quality, terms and conditions according to customer demand and the local & global strategy
• Coordinate the Go-to-market plans with the Retail teams to ensure that Vodacom becomes the destination for Smartphones.
• Best in class Commercial pricing and practises, including Marketing funds, payment terms, warranties, after sales and legal requirements, using global and local levers.
• Secure Vodacom exclusives devices and offers from our suppliers so that we get reach the title ‘’best in class’’ in Tanzania
• Ensure alignment with the Open Market through partnerships with key device dealers
• Lead strategic terminal business development projects and initiatives

Core competencies, knowledge and experience:

• Strong financial and analytical and commercial experience
• Strong supply chain knowledge
• Excellent Leadership & Communication skills
• Strong Negotiations skills
• High degree interest in mobile devices, platforms, and other Tech
• Knowledge on products and services
• Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking
•  Creating and Innovating
• Working with People
• Delivering Results and Meeting customer Expectations
• Deciding and Initiating Action
• Coping with Pressure
• Leading and Supervising

Must have technical/professional qualifications: 

• 3 year degree or relevant equivalent in Finance ,commerce or business
•  5  years of experience in telecommunications
•  Managerial/Supervisory/Leadership experience – 5yrs essential

Skills

• Digital Advocacy
• Competitor Awareness and Cross Sell
• Ownership
• Building Rapport
• Resilience
• Building and Proposing Solutions
• Empathy
• Objection Handling and Negotiation
• Identifies Customer Needs

Commitment from Vodacom

Vodacom is committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best people by offering a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace in which talent is truly recognized, developed and rewarded. We believe that diversity plays an important role in the success of our business and we are committed to creating an inclusive work environment which respects, values, celebrates and makes the most of people’s individual differences – we are not only multinational but multicultural too. At Vodacom you will have access to our excellent flexible benefits programme that you would expect from any global company.

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POST CATEGORY(S) HR & ADMINISTRATION
EMPLOYER Land Transport Regulator Authority(LATRA)
APPLICATION TIMELINE: 2020-06-19 2020-07-03

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(i) To prepare letters, minutes, circulars and other documents required for the day to day running of the Authority;

(ii) To handle internal and external incoming mail marked for the personal attention of the person in charge, file and distribute them while ensuring proper maintenance and confidentiality;

(iii) To reply to routine correspondence, such as acknowledgements, without supervision;

(iv) To follow-up outstanding correspondences and replies;

(v) To keep record of files for action by the person in charge;

(vi) To organize and facilitate meetings of the person in charge to promote a favourable working environment;

(vii) To maintain appointments and priorities of calls and visits to the person in charge;

(viii) To respond to routine questions on the telephone, take messages and forward the messages to appropriate intended recipients;

(ix) To manage the office arrangement and cleanliness to ensure a favourable working environment; and

(x) To perform any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

(i) Certificate in Secretarial Services from Tanzania Public Service College or any other recognized institution;

(ii) Certificate of Advanced Micro-computer Application; and

(iii)At least three (3) years of related working experience in a reputable public institution.

REMUNERATION Attractive remuneration package

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