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Job Vacancy – Head, Business Banking at Stanbic Bank Tanzania Limited

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Head, Business Banking

Overview
Job ID: 48398
Job Sector: Banking
Country: Tanzania
Region/State/Province/District: Dar es Salaam Region
Location: Dar es Salaam

Job Details
Retail & Business Banking

Job Purpose
Provide a sales and professional financial advisory service function to the branch based banking market, increasing market penetration through the management of a portfolio of accounts and proactively identifying sales and cross-selling opportunities.


Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

  • Grow the asset/liability base with respect to branch-based business banking market share in an innovative manner.
  • Manage & own the relationship with specific tier 1-business customers.
  • Fulfil the business and personal banking needs of business owners.
  • Retain the customer base and expand Stanbic’s market share (meeting customer retention and acquisition targets, identifying new and existing clients/leads to target).
  • Responsible for merchandising in the branch based business-banking market
  • Analyse information from a variety of sources, determine customers’ financial needs, the nature and type of relationships, risk analysis and financial analysis and make judgements as to the most suitable and profitable solution
  • Monitor changes in the operating environment, quick to act upon potential opportunities.
  • Keep abreast of business banking developments through regular perusal to relevant literature.
  • Ensure that all aspects of credit policy are adhered to and the desired standards with respect to accuracy and timely reporting are achieved.
  • Comply with legal, credit and risk management-related obligations.
  • Providing superior customer service as measured by customer feedback/customer satisfaction surveys.
  • Informing and educating customers about the bank and bank products (raising the customer’s awareness of the most appropriate products and services).
  • Cross selling and increasing customer portfolios (educating and informing, proactively identifying needs and monitoring accounts).

Preferred Qualification and Experience

  • A degree or postgraduate degree (business and/or finance related).
  • Good understanding of Branch procedures & existing customer profiles.
  • Risk management principles.
  • Sales support.
  • Knowledge/Technical Skills/Expertise
  • Product knowledge (general as well as investment-related; can determine product combination possibilities; understanding of pricing so as to be able to determine profitability) and also, an understanding of when specialist support is needed.
  • Credit scoring principles and procedures.
  • Credit applications processes.
  • Technical issues such as how to credit score, use software, open accounts.
  • Understanding of the Bank’s strategy & the local market business conditions and key players.

PLEASE NOTE: All our recruitment and selection processes comply with applicable local laws and regulations. We will never ask for money or any form of payment as part of our recruitment process. If you experience this, please contact our Fraudline on +27 800222050 or forward to [email protected]

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Job Vacancy – Manager, Bancassurance at Stanbic Bank Tanzania Limited

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Manager, Bancassurance


Overview
Job ID: 48396
Job Sector: Banking
Country: Tanzania
Region/State/Province/District: Dar es Salaam Region
Location: Dar es Salaam

Job Details
Bancassurance

Job Purpose
Primarily to manage and grow the Bancassurance department by acquiring new customers and servicing current customers in a profitable manner.
To increase the penetration of the Bancassurance solutions into the bank customer base
To deliver valuable business insurance solutions for the client via digital platforms as far as possible and in a seamless Universal Financial Services proposition
To also deliver insurance solutions to external clients and help to grow the Personal and Business Banking (PBB) and CIB franchises

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities

  • Develop sales tactics and standards to achieve targeted sales and customer growth.
  • Oversee sales performance and customer retention across all products and offerings
  • Ensure an effective leads process is in place from the Relationship Banking (PVT & Commercial) and CIB RM’s.
  • Develop digital insurance offerings to service the Enterprise direct customers
  • Ensure processes are in place to ensure that insurance is included in all propositions & products presented to CIB and Commercial customers and seamlessly provided
  • Work closely with sector heads/ CIB and Commercial RM to develop sector and customer specific UFSO CVPs that includes insurance
  • Built tools and processes that use digital as far as possible in line with the Group focus area
  • Ensure the appropriate products and processes are set up and executed to service the enterprise direct clients
  • Develop sales tactics and standards to achieve targeted sales and customer growth.
  • Oversee sales performance and customer retention across all products and offerings
  • Ensure an effective leads process is in place in the ED & Uhuru Banking (UB) space
  • Listen to calls and ensure an appropriate quality assurance process is in place
  • Ensure seamless and consistent customer experience levels aligned to Group objectives
  • Have a complaints process in place and escalate where necessary
  • Monitor claims turnaround times and personally get involved in large and/or contentious claims
  • Ensure product offerings are in line with industry best practices and meet customer’s needs.

Preferred Qualification and Experience

  • University degree from a recognised institution
  • Over 5 years of exeprience in Insurance distribution and/or Broking

Knowledge/Technical Skills/Expertise

  • Understanding of the basic principles of insurance including good faith, insurable interest, indemnity, contribution, subrogation and proximate cause
  • Knowledge and understanding of the range of insurance products and services available in the market and how that can be used to meet clients needs.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the information gathering process, the factors that affect the accepting and underwriting of risks and how these are applied on a day-to-day basis.


PLEASE NOTE: All our recruitment and selection processes comply with applicable local laws and regulations. We will never ask for money or any form of payment as part of our recruitment process. If you experience this, please contact our Fraudline on +27 800222050 or forward to [email protected]

TO APPLY CLICK HERE

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Job Vacancy – Finance Team Leader at Hyatt

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Finance Team Leader 

person responsible for below

– account payable

– cost control

– General cashier

To be Successful in This Role, You Will Require to Have;

  • Minimum of two years’ experience in the industry and previous experience at a 5 start hotel.
  • Certificate or qualification in Finance and/or Accounting.

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2 Job Vacancy – Logistics Management Services Advisors at Global Health Supply Chain Program

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Logistics Management Services Advisor 2 Positions

OVERVIEW:

The Global Health Supply Chain Program – Technical Assistance – Tanzania (GHSC-TA-TZ) project, supported by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), provides expert technical assistance to Tanzania to strengthen country supply chain systems across all health elements, e.g., malaria, family planning (FP), HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis (TB) and reproductive, maternal, newborn and child health (RMNCH) as well as essential medicines and medical supplies. In coordination with in-country and development partners, GHSC-TA-TZ assists Government of Tanzania (GoT) health programs by providing strategic planning and implementation assistance; improving the delivery of health commodities to service sites; providing capacity building support to broaden stakeholders’ understanding and engagement of the supply chain system; and strengthening enabling environments to improve supply chain performance.

GHSC-TA-TZ is seeking to recruit the following positions:

Job Title:  Logistics Management Services Advisors – 2 Positions

Department/Unit: Capacity Building and Data Use

Location:GHSC-TA-TZ project office: Dodoma

Reports to: Capacity Building and Data Use Team Lead

JOB SUMMARY:

The Logistics Management Services (LMS) Advisor will work under the technical guidance of the Capacity Building and Data Use Team Lead, and is focused on building capacity of LMS staff. She/he is dedicated to ensuring that LMS staff have the skills required to enable them to fulfill the scope, functions, and activities of the LMS as described in the updated LMS Charter, and supports the transition of the LMS to GoT. This position will be based at the GHSC-TA-TZ project office, Dodoma with occasional travel to zones.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Identify training needs for LMS staff, according to roles and responsibilities as out lined in the LMS Charter, LMS Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) manual, and job descriptions
  • Develop approach for ongoing capacity building of LMS staff and related curriculum, tools, job aids, etc.
  • Utilize a variety of training methods/approaches: mentoring, OJT, classroom training and e-learning to build the capacity of LMS staff
  • Act as a technical resource to LMS staff
  • Cultivate leadership and management skills of individuals responsible for managing the LMS, including leadership at PSU, MSD, and Po-RALG.
  • Assist in monitoring the performance of the LMS, highlighting areas of improvement, and developing plans to address those areas.
  • Update supply chain related SOPs and related training materials as necessary.
  • Conduct trainings on technical supply chain topics, consulting skills and administrative topics.
  • Assist in transition of LMS to GoT, monitor the progress of transition, highlight obstacles, and develop plans for addressing obstacles
  • Ensure GHSC-TA-TZ workplan activities around LMS support are completed on time and of high quality, and coordinated across technical teams
  • Support the monitoring of the implementation of the LMS workplan
  • Document success stories, best practices, and lessons learned
  • Serve as a technical resource for project staff for implementing supply chain improvement strategies and management approaches
  • Prepare presentations, participate and/or represent the project in stakeholder meetings.
  • Complete and submit in a timely fashion written technical and trip reports.
  • Contribute to the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants for this position should be Tanzanian nationals or lawful residents who possess the following minimum qualifications:

  • A qualified Pharmacist, Degree in Supply Chain Management, Public Health, Statistics, or related degree with at least five years of experience in health programs.
  • Experience working in Tanzania’s public health supply chain.
  • Ability to analyze supply chain data, conduct root cause analysis, and prepare quality presentation/reports
  • Experience providing supply chain trainings
  • Knowledge of various electronic health information systems such as eLMIS and E9
  • Ability to coach and mentor public sector stakeholders
  • Proven strong leadership skills and ability to build strong interpersonal relationships
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities and work independently.
  • Excellent technical writing and oral presentation skills highly desired
  • Excellent written and verbal English
  • A proven ability to work as part of a team and to be self-managing
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Experience working with the Government of Tanzania and other NGOs preferred.
  • Previous work experience with USAID-funded projects desirable.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in applying this positions please send your resume, cover letter and copies of your academic certificate to [email protected] And kindly include title you are applying to and your name in the subject line.

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

Deadline for submission shall be on 28th April,2020. GHSC -TA-TZ is an equal opportunity employer.

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Job Vacancy – Supply Chain Performance and Analytics Team Lead at Global Health Supply Chain Program

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Supply Chain Performance and Analytics Team Lead 

OVERVIEW:

The Global Health Supply Chain Program – Technical Assistance – Tanzania (GHSC-TA-TZ) project, supported by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), provides expert technical assistance to Tanzania to strengthen country supply chain systems across all health elements, e.g., malaria, family planning (FP), HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis (TB) and reproductive, maternal, newborn and child health (RMNCH) as well as essential medicines and medical supplies. In coordination with in-country and development partners, GHSC-TA-TZ assists Government of Tanzania (GoT) health programs by providing strategic planning and implementation assistance; improving the delivery of health commodities to service sites; providing capacity building support to broaden stakeholders’ understanding and engagement of the supply chain system; and strengthening enabling environments to improve supply chain performance.

GHSC-TA-TZ is seeking to recruit the following positions:

Job Title: Supply Chain Performance and Analytics Team Lead
Department/Unit: Performance and Analytics
Location: GHSC-TA-TZ project office: Dar es Salaam
Reports to: Deputy Chief of Party

JOB SUMMARY:
The Performance and Analytics Team Lead (PATL) will work under the administrative and technical guidance of the Deputy Chief of Party, and is responsible for leading the project in determining and documenting its own performance as well as the performance of the public health supply chain. S/he will work in collaboration with national stakeholders such as Medical Stores Department (MSD), the Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children (MOHCDGEC), and the President’s Office of Regional Administration and Local Government (PO-RALG) and the Ministry of Health of the Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar. S/he will champion data use, analysis and data quality improvement efforts throughout the supply chain, and promote the use of data-driven decision-making to improve the supply chain. This position will be based in Dar es Salaam, with occasional travel.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Lead the supply chain Performance and Analytics Team in identifying supply chain performance drivers, and developing actionable recommendations to improve supply chain performance
  • Create short advocacy pieces, utilizing compelling visuals on supply chain performance, for dissemination to local and international audiences
  • Leverage data from a range of existing systems (including eLMIS and DHIS2) to conduct statistical analyses and analyze the performance of the supply chain, highlighting pain points; link supply chain data with other health services data.
  • Elevate the use of supply chain data in programmatic decision making; identify barriers to data quality and use, and develop and implement recommendations for addressing them.
  • Champion the use of supply chain key performance indicators (KPIs) and facilitate institutionalization among key counterparts; identify and highlight when refinement of indicators may be needed.
  • Lead the implementation of the project’s performance monitoring plan (PMP) and results framework, and in Data Quality Assessments
  • Provide technical input into dashboards from and across information systems, including eLMIS dashboards and the supply chain portal
  • Prepare monthly bullets, quarterly reports, annual reports, success stories, and other communications pieces documenting the project’s achievements, challenges, and risks
  • Respond to any reporting requirements from USAID, including stock status, required indicators, items at risk of expiry, and other ad hoc reports
  • Assist with the sampling, collection, cleaning, documentation and analysis of primary survey data for the project; assist with training of data collectors in preparation for surveys and other field work.
  • Support the development of work plans, budgets, and activity monitoring and evaluation tools.
  • Ensure all data collected through the project are stored and accessible to the project team
  • Participate in relevant meetings and technical working groups and liaise between, GoT programs, donors, and other partners.
  • Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants for this position should be Tanzanian nationals or lawful residents who possess the following minimum qualifications:

  • An advanced degree/ Masters Degree in Health Informatics, Health Information Management, Statistics, Public Health, Pharmacy or other relevant field
  • Skills in SPSS, STATA, and other statistical software packages
  • Skills in data visualization tools, such as Tableau or Google Analytics
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Experience in logistics/supply chain management and or public health commodities management.
  • Proven experience in public health programs, with three years or more senior management experience preferred
  • Specific experience in HIV/AIDS, malaria, TB, reproductive health and essential medicines programs strongly desired.
  • Proven track record in systems performance assessment and M&E responsibilities, including development/implementation in PMP management and analytics
  • Proven strong leadership skills and ability to build strong interpersonal relationships
  • Ability to work on a team to develop strategies and manage implementation of projects
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities and work independently.
  • Excellent technical writing and oral presentation skills highly desired
  • A proven ability to work as part of a team and to be self-managing
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Experience managing a USAID funded contract or grant is a plus
  • Experience working with the Government of Tanzania and other NGOs

HOW TO APPLY

If you are interested in applying this positions please send your resume, cover letter and copies of your academic certificate to [email protected]. And kindly include title you are applying to and your name in the subject line.

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

Deadline for submission shall be on 28th April,2020. GHSC -TA-TZ is an equal opportunity employer.

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Job Vacancy -Chemist/Geochemist for instrumental Analytical Chemistry at African Minerals and Geosciences Centre

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Chemist/Geochemist for instrumental Analytical Chemistry

Company Profile

The African Minerals and Geosciences Centre (AMGC) formerly known as the Southern and Eastern African Mineral Centre (SEAMIC) was assigned by the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR) to host a laboratory for instrumental analytical chemistry.This laboratory will provide analytical data needed for the Analytical Fingerprint (AFP) to verify the origin of conflict minerals (cassiterite, Coltan, and wolframite). The German Federal Institute for Geosciences and Natural Resources (BGR) assigned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) is supporting AMGC to set up this laboratory.

In this context, AMGC is seeking a qualified senior chemist/geochemist for setting up and running the AFP laboratory which will be equipped with a laser-ablation inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometer (LA- ICP-MS) and a scanning electron microscope (SEM).

Tasks and Responsibilities

The senior chemist/geochemist will run the above mentioned analytical equipment and service it to the extent possible for a well-trained user. Training and steering for the position will be provided by BGR in the framework of ICGLR/BGR technical cooperation.

The chemist/geochemist has the following tasks:

  • Receive, record and analyse samples from clients;
  • Record, interpret and report results to the client;
  • Knowledge of geochemistry and analysis of geological materials;
  • Knowledge of environmental analysis;
  • Be responsible for running the above mentioned analytical equipment to produce analytical data necessary for the AFP;
  • Check the analytical quality of the obtained results;
  • Perform adaption of the used methods if necessary;
  • Support the development of additional applications of the equipment within the framework of the AMGC service portfolio;
  • Perform the basic technical service for the above mentioned equipment;
  • Organise technical support by the equipment manufacturer if necessary.

Required qualification

The successful applicant should demonstrate the following:

  • Educated to BSc level at an internationally recognised unity in Chemistry or/and Geochemistry; MSc level will be an added advantage;
  • More than 5 years of relevant work experience (including the application and development of modern instrumental analytical methods);
  • Experience in mineralogy, inorganic instrumental analytical chemistry of chemometrics would be an advantage;
  • Knowledge of environmental analysis;
  • Working on AAS, ICP and XRF equipment will give an added advantage.
  • Applicant must be a Tanzanian Citizen.

Required skills

The successful applicant should demonstrate the following:

  • Fluency (written and oral) in English;
  • Expert knowledge of standard office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) will be expected;
  • Positive attitude towards learning and being trained by a BGR expert;
  • High level of personal accountability and sense of responsibility.

Submission of application

Applications should include the following documents: Application letter in English highlighting the candidate’s motivation and describing how the candidate meets the essential qualifications and skills for the position;A detailed CV with contact information for the three referees (including their affiliation, position, e-mail and telephone numbers; support letters may also be attached); Certified copies of the MSc degree and other academic degrees, as well as other relevant certificates (e.g. training) and send to the Director General, African Minerals and Geosciences Centre (AMGC), P.O. Box 9573, Kunduchi Beach Area, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania; or [email protected] and [email protected]

Deadline: 28 April, 2020

Job Vacancy – Managing Director at SUWASA

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Managing Director  

Sumbawanga Urban Water Supply and Sanitation Authority (SUWASA) is a full autonomous organization of the Government responsible for supplying adequate clean and safe water and sanitation services for the residents of Sumbawanga Municipality.

SUWASA Vision

The Vision of SUWASA is to be an efficient provider of reliable, sustainable and affordable water supply and sanitation services in Tanzania. In order to attain its vision and mission, SUWASA is seeking to recruit dynamic, result driven individual, experienced, competent and qualified Tanzanians to fill in a vacant post of Managing Director.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The position holder is required to run the Authority in the highest professional standards and practices so as to attain envisaged vision “To be an efficient provider of reliable, sustainable and affordable water supply and sanitation services in Tanzania”

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • To oversee all Authority’s activities concerning continuous supply of clean, safe and adequate water for domestic, commercial, industrial and related purposes and efficient removal and hygienic disposal and treatment of waste water;
  • To oversee effective implementation and realization of Authority’s Vision, Mission and Annual Plan;
  • To oversee the management of all resources within the Authority;
  • To supervise the implementation and adherence to policy guidelines laid down by the Ministry of Water, The Board of Directors and all relevant legal requirements;
  • To oversee the planning and execution of water supply and sewerage projects;
  • To supervise preparation of annual budgets, financial and performance reports as may be required by the Board;
  • To review regularly, actual performance against plans and budgets and submit reports to the Board detailing performance with recommendations for actions necessary to correct adverse variance;
  • To advise the Board on efficient and effective management of the Authority;
  • To perform any other related duties as may be assigned by the Board of Directors and Ministry of Water.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

QUALIFICATION

Holder of a degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution

WORKING EXPERIENCE

Minimum five years of experience in water sector

PACKAGE

The above vacancy carries an attractive competitive salary and package including housing and transport in accordance with the qualifications, required skills and experience stated in specific vacant post and SUWASA Scheme of Service and Salary Structure.

GENERAL CONDITIONS

  • The applicants must be a Tanzanian and not above 45 years of age.
  • Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply by sending their application letters attached with certified copies of relevant certificates, testimonials and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • The CV must incorporate all contact: Telephone numbers, mobile, postal address, email and physical address of at least three reputable referees
  • Only Certificates of Secondary Education (CSE) and Advanced Certificates of Secondary Education (ACSE) from National Examination Council of Tanzania (NECTA) are accepted, result slip is strictly not accepted.
  • Certificates from foreign examination Bodies, Colleges or Universities should be verified by NECTA, NACTE or TCU
  • Only shortlisted candidates (Who meet requirements) will be contacted for an interview
  • Applicants who will submit forged documents will be subjected to criminal proceedings
  • In addition to the qualifications mentioned, the incumbent is expected to possess the following traits:-
  • Excellent communication skills
  • High integrity and ability to adopt to changes quickly
  • Capacity to work hard , under pressure and meet strict deadlines
  • Ability to work under teamwork spirit, establish and maintain effective working relations with different people and stakeholders
  • Ability to work under minimum supervision
  • Ability to supervise water projects and ensure value for money
  • Align the organization with Government Policy of Industrialization.

MODE OF APPLICATION

All applications should be delivered by means of Postal Address via Express Mail Service (EMS) or Hand Delivery only. SUWASA is an equal opportunity employer women with the required qualification and experiences are highly encouraged to apply.

Applications should be addressed to the undersigned so as to reach him/her not later than 28th April, 2020 16:30 Hours.

THE CHAIRPERSON,
BOARD OF DIRECTORS,
SUMBAWANGA URBAN WATER SUPPLY AND SANITATION AUTHORITY,
P.O BOX 192,
SUMBAWANGA.

Job Vacancy – Quality Assessor at Steel Masters Ltd

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Quality Assessor 

Steel Masters Ltd is seeking a young, talented and passionate individual for the position of Quality Assessor. Applicants must have a minimum of 3 years experience.

Job Responsibility:

Checking and assessing the quality of mild steel ferrous scrap.
Analysis of molten metal elements using a high-tech Spectrometer Electronic
Understanding the usage of Argon gas to achieve best results.
Execute heat tapping to achieve maximum quality of molten metal that adhere to TBS standards based on analysis achieved through the Spectrometer.
Applicants that feel they meet the above requirements and understand the job responsibility must send their applications to Steel Masters Limited located on Plot 181C Mbozi Road, Chang’ombe, Dar es Salaam OR email: [email protected]

Job Vacancy – Environment Officer at UNHCR

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Environment Officer 

Before submitting an application, UNHCR staff members intending to apply to this Job Opening are requested to consult the Recruitment and Assignments Policy (RAP, UNHCR/HCP/2017/2 and the Recruitment and Assignments Administrative Instruction (RAAI), UNHCR/AI/2017/7 OF 15 August 2017.

Organizational Setting and Work Relationships

The Environment Officer will work closely with colleagues responsible for protection, site planning, water and sanitation, shelter, nutrition, education, health, community services and livelihoods. The incumbent will support the UNHCR Office on all issues related to environment and climate change, including mainstreaming into all sectors and aspects of the country operation. S/he will lead in coordination of the environment sector, ensuring all UNHCR policies are in line with global and national strategies.

Regular and frequent discussions between the incumbent and the supervisor(s) are necessary to ensure that the latest best practices and procedures are shared and applied consistently on issues related to environment and climate change. The incumbent will undertake missions to the camps and liaise with field offices on the implementation of environment programmes. In addition, the staff member will maintain regular contact with UN technical agencies, development partners, line ministries and agencies, implementing and operational partners as needed.
Refugee operations inherently degrade environments because of changes in land use and increased use of natural resources.  It is imperative to ensure environmental mitigation measures are in place to ensure sustainable natural resource use for wellbeing refugees and host communities.

Proactive coordination and collaboration with key stakeholders, including refugees and host communities, is required to synergise resources.  Interventions are evidence-based to ensure their appropriateness.  Environment and social screening in addition to environmental impact assessments will be required to evaluate the Operation.

The Environment Officer should be capable of working with minimum supervision in project submissions, revisions and reallocations throughout the project lifecycle in the environment programme. S/he will be instrumental in contributing to the development of specific inputs related to the sector and must meet reporting requirements. The incumbent should be part of the Multi-function Team to ensure that environmental concerns are mainstreamed and taken into consideration in any decision making process.

All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity.

Duties

    • Ensure environmental considerations are systematically included when assessing the needs of PoCs.
    • Based on assessments, and in consultation with relevant stakeholders, identify sustainable solutions to address the basic needs of PoCs while mitigating the environmental impact of the interventions.
    • Actively support site planners to ensure environmental considerations are mainstreamed throughout the settlement design process with due consideration for the environmental conditions in surrounding host areas.
  • Work in close coordination with all relevant sectors and clusters in UNHCR, including Protection, WASH, Health, Shelter and Settlements, Livelihoods, Energy, Camp Coordination & Camp Management to ensure environmental concerns and impact mitigation measures are included in operational responses.
  • Collect, analyse and update data and information concerning the environmental status of settlements and broader hosting areas.
  • Contribute to internal and external reporting commitments, including proposal writing for environment and energy while ensuring new projects are coherent and visibly complement planned interventions at country level.
  • Ensure all responses work toward environmental sustainability for both PoCs and host communities.
  • Support Programme in the technical oversight of UNHCR implementing partners to ensure environmental considerations are adequately integrated in technical interventions.
  • Support quality monitoring of interventions, track and record relevant indicators in UNHCR¿s corporate tools.
  • When applicable, represent UNHCR and support coordination meetings
  • Support mobilization of resources for the implementation of environment and climate change interventions.
  • Stay abreast of new technologies and relevant partnerships related to environment and climate change to more efficiently respond to the needs of PoCs, in line with the Global Compact on Refugees.
  • Develop and coordinate training and capacity building activities to address the identified skills and knowledge gaps.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Years of Experience / Degree Level
For P3/NOC – 6 years relevant experience with Undergraduate degree; or 5 years relevant experience with Graduate degree; or 4 years relevant experience with Doctorate degree

Field(s) of Education
Environmental Studies;
Management of Natural Resources;
Agriculture;
Forestry;
or other relevant field.
(Field(s) of Education marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Certificates and/or Licenses
Not specified.
(Certificates and Licenses marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Relevant Job Experience

Essential:
Minimum 4 years of experience in environmental assessment, planning, monitoring and evaluation of integrated environmental programmes/projects in displacement and stable situations. Awareness of and practical experience with refugee-related environmental problems. Familiarity with emerging environmentally sustainable and appropriate technologies. Familiarity with community-based and participatory approaches.

Desirable:
Budgeting, planning and managerial skills, ability to work with various (relevant) computer software. Proven coordination experience with multi-sectorial stakeholders and interlocutors. Broad understanding of climate change narrative and initiatives geared towards mitigation of impacts.

Functional Skills
MS-Analysis;
MS-Drafting, Documentation, Data Presentation;
MS-Producing Reports;
IT-Computer Literacy;
CM-Cross-Cultural Communication;
MG-Negotiation;
MG-Project Management;
(Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential)

Language Requirements
For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English.
For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language.
For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English.

This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates. C001L3 – Accountability Level 3
C002L3 – Teamwork & Collaboration Level 3
C003L3 – Communication Level 3
C004L3 – Commitment to Continuous Learning Level 3
C005L3 – Client & Result Orientation Level 3
C006L3 – Organizational Awareness Level 3
M001L3 – Empowering and Building Trust Level 3
M003L3 – Judgement and Decision Making Level 3
M006L3 – Managing Resources Level 3
X001L3 – Analytical Thinking Level 3
X005L3 – Planning and Organizing Level 3

The UNHCR workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. UNHCR seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity.

Please note that UNHCR does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, travelling, processing, training or any other fees).

Please note that the closing date for vacancies in the  March 2020Compendium is Thursday 16 April 2020 (midnight Geneva time)

Closing Date: 2020-04-16

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Job Vacancy – National Coordinator at GIZ

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National Coordinator

As a federal enterprise, GIZ supports the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development.

The GIZ global project Agropolicy Advisory Fund (ABF) “Improvement of regional trade with seed potatoes in Eastern Africa” is looking to fill the position of a National Coordinator.

Duty station: Arusha Fixed term contract

Tasks

  • Supporting the regional programme coordinator (DV) to build strategic partnerships across the East African Community (EAC) (government, private sector, etc.) for the implementation of coordinated cross- border seed potato trade, especially in Tanzania and Burundi;
  • Support the DV in all tasks with regard to project coordination on EAC-level and to EAC-wide implementation
  • Contribute in developing and implementing coherent workplans and their corresponding activities at regional level;
  • Contribute in developing and implementing coherent workplans and their corresponding activities at country level in Tanzania and Burundi;
  • Monitoring activities which are carried out in accordance with the concept and operational plan;
  • Meet task standards by maintaining productivity, quality, and steering work processes at country level in Tanzania and Burundi;
  • Organizing and supervising external support (consultants, training, workshops etc.)
  • Coordinating and providing capacity building activities for the country phytosanitary and plant protection institutions;
  • Coordinating the improvement of sanitary and phytosanitary norms and standards by inspection and certification institutions;
  • Conducting support duties regarding financial management and national staff management;
  • Regular progress reporting to the DV and the steering unit of the global project at the headquarters, according to GIZ standards;
  • Contributing to inter-country knowledge management, process standardization and experience sharing and learning.

Required qualifications, competences and experience

  • Master’s degree in a relevant Agricultural field e.g. Rural development, Agricultural economics, Crop production or any other related field;
  • In-depth understanding of the potato sector in Tanzania and Burundi;
  • Demonstrated command of implementing county based agricultural programmes;
  • At least 3 years of relevant work experience in a coordination position in rural agricultural development programme or related sectors either with a government, international or private/non-governmental development organization;
  • Experience in project management and coordination at regional level;
  • Knowledge of trade facilitation approaches, trade standards, norms and certification rules in Tanzania and Burundi are an asset;
  • Proven experience in working with multiple stakeholders of the public sector, the private sector including rural producers, as well as local communities and civil society.

Applications:

Interested candidates should send their letter of application together with the CV and copies of academic certificates by email to [email protected]. Please use the subject line “National Coordinator”.

Applications in hard copy will not be accepted. Closing date for submission: 24.04.2020

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

GIZ Tanzania is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified and
eligible candidates regardless of their gender, origin, religion/belief, disability or any other minority group.