SUN BUSINESS NETWORK MANAGER
Location: Tanzania
Salary: Competitive
Job Advert
The Scaling Up Nutrition Business Network (SBN)’s ambition is to foster a new dialogue and relationship between business and other development actors in nutrition, which will lead to new, innovative ways of addressing malnutrition, the leading cause of
child morbidity worldwide, including in Tanzania which suffers high rates of micronutrient deficiency and stunting.
GAIN and the World Food Programme (WFP) have been appointed as convenors of the Business Network. GAIN is therefore looking for a self-motivated, team player to lead the development and implementation of Tanzania’s Scaling Up Nutrition Business Engagement Strategy.
The SUN Business Network Manager, operating at global level has overall responsibility for the development of the network in Tanzania.
Responsibilities
• Develop, execute and manage the Scaling Up Nutrition business engagement strategy in Tanzania.
• Through document reviews and regular stakeholder consultations, identify the private sector investment landscape in nutrition in Tanzania and relevant entry points within broader public health nutrition strategies and programs.
• Engage e business leaders in Tanzania in their potential roles in scaling up nutrition and the potential business benefits to investing.
• Organise technical and political level meetings between business leaders and other key stakeholders across government, civil society, bilateral and multilateral donors to strengthen cross-sector dialogue and build consensus on priorities and opportunities.
• Develop a roadmap for business contributions to scaling up nutrition in key thematic areas, in consultation with government, and build commitment from a wide range of stakeholders to invest in and implement this plan.
• Broker new partnerships which align with the business investment roadmap, supported by technical assistance in-country and globally as required.
• Liaise with other key SUN Movement stakeholders in country (including Government focal point, civil society representative, donor leads and others) to build visibility and represent the SBN in country.
• Provide content and communications support to global SUN Business Network manager to raise visibility of country level activities to global level, and seek commitments from businesses in Tanzania to join the movement and feature new commitments on the global website platform.
Experience
• Proven track record, and results, in managing nutrition projects in Tanzania.
• Experienced partnership broker and/or negotiation skills with the private sector.
• Excellent relationship management and development experience, and familiarity with managing a wide platform of stakeholders within the nutrition sector.
• Experience in communications and advocacy for development.
• Strong experience with international development, private sector development, and public-private partnerships.
Skills & Attributes
• Excellent project manager.
• Experience in nutrition, maternal/child health and or agriculture a strong plus.
• Creative, independent and hard-working.
• Good representational skills, leadership and public-speaking.
• Strong written and verbal communications.
• Strategic thinker with experience in strategic planning and/or project design.
Education
• Qualified to Bachelors level (minimum) in development studies / management / international relations/health/nutrition/ economics/business or other social sciences).
• Masters degree desirable (in the same fields as above).
Other requirements
• Business English, written and verbal is essential.
• Willingness and ability to travel nationally and on occasion, globally.
Closing Date: 30 Oct 2014
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EXCITING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Contact: esd@deloitte.co.tz
Organisation: Agricultural Markets Development Trust (AMDT)
Location: Tanzania
Closing Date: 29 Oct 2014
Agricultural Markets Development Trust (AMDT) has been recently established in Tanzania, by the governments of Denmark, Ireland, Sweden and Switzerland through their development agencies. The AMDT aims to support better coordination between value chain development initiatives, enhance and improve the understanding of agricultural market systems, improve productivity and market access for micro, small and medium enterprises, maximise the impact of programmes, and more effectively contribute to reducing poverty in Tanzania.
The AMDT seeks to recruit a TECHNICAL DIRECTOR (TD).
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and result-driven professional. The candidate must possess solid leadership skills and have a proven experience in agricultural development and/or agribusiness.
Position Summary
The Technical Director (TD) will be responsible for providing leadership and management of the AMDT according to the strategic direction set out in the Establishment Plan and subsequent strategic plans. The TD shall ensure that the AMDT takes a pro-poor and systemic perspective on the agricultural development in Tanzania and supports initiatives that target large-scale, sustainable, and inclusive change. In addition, the TD will act as a professional advisor on all aspects of the AMDT's activities with a particular focus on orienting the Trust and the supported projects towards adopting a market systems development approach. The TD shall be required to adhere to the provisions of the Trust Deed, the PIC Constitution, any other by laws of the Trust, and Tanzanian law.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic vision and leadership
Lead on developing a strategic plan to guide the AMDT in the medium to long term, in close collaboration with the PIC, ensuring that the budget, staff, and priorities are aligned with AMDT's core mission;
• Ensure that the AMDT contributes to a more effective and inclusive agricultural sector by adopting strategies for systemic change in complex environments
• Provide inspirational leadership and direction to all employees, and ensure the continued development and management of a professional and efficient organization
• Cultivate a strong and transparent working relationship with the PIC and ensure open communication about the measurement of financial, programmatic, and impact performance against stated goals
• In partnership with PIC, help build a diverse and inclusive Technical Committee representative of the agriculture sector that is highly engaged.
Programme planning and management
• Lead on the development of an annual Business Plan
• Oversee the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the AMDT, ensuring that all activities and projects undertaken by and for the AMDT are completed on time, within budget and that all outputs are delivered and delivered cost-efficiently in accordance with the overall aim and objective of the AMDT's mandate
• Lead on managing the Call for Proposals ensuring that procedures are adhered to
• Lead on the development of a monitoring & evaluation framework for the AMDT making sure that it stands up to the challenge of assessing systemic changes in the market
• Lead on the development of policies and procedures as established by the PIC
• Ensure that PIC/Trustee are provided with comprehensive, regular narrative and financial reports on the revenues and expenditure of the AMDT
• Identify and evaluate strategic, operation and reputational risks to the AMDT and develop mitigation strategies
• Promptly advise the Trustee and PIC about risks that might threaten the efficient and effective operation of the AMDT.
Human resources management
• Determine staffing requirements for AMDT management programme delivery in line with the AMDT Establishment Plan
• Oversee the implementation of the human resources policies, procedures and practices, including the development of job descriptions for all staff and subsequent recruitment of staff with agreement of the PIC
• Lead on the recruitment of staff that have the right technical and personal abilities to help further the organisation's mission
• Establish a positive, healthy and safe work environment in accordance with all appropriate legislation and regulations
• Implement a performance management process for all staff which includes monitoring the performance of staff on an on-going basis and conducting an annual performance review
• Ensure that personnel, beneficiaries, donors and volunteer files are securely stored and privacy/confidentiality is maintained as appropriate.
Financial oversight
• Work with the PIC to secure adequate funding for the operation of the AMDT
• Submit annual budgets for approval by the PIC
• Approve expenditures within the limit delegated by the PIC
• Oversee the funds and assets of the organisation according to the approved budget and monitor the cash flow of the organisation in close cooperation with the Financial Manager.
External relations / Stakeholder management
• Represent AMDT in relevant forums and communicate with relevant stakeholders to keep them informed of the work of the AMDT and to identify changes in the community served by the AMDT
• Initiate, develop, and maintain cooperative working relationships and collaborative arrangements with government, beneficiaries, funders, civil society, private sector and other organisations to help achieve the goals of the AMDT.
Additional Information
Qualifications and Experience
• A Master's Degree in Agricultural Economics, Agri-business, Business Administration or related field, or equivalent private sector experience
• A minimum of least 10 years of relevant working experience of which 5 years should be in senior leadership role
• Experience in both the public and private sector will be an added advantage.
Skills and Competencies Required
• Demonstrate the ability to provide strategic vision and leadership for an organization
• Excellent theoretical and practical knowledge of the M4P approach, including market systems analysis, sector strategy creation and intervention design, and a strong track record in M4P implementation
• Have a strong track record in delivering on results
• Experience in building and leading multi-skilled teams
• Knowledge and experience of agriculture markets in Africa and ideally in Tanzania
• Understanding of current agribusiness related policy environment in Tanzania (desirable)
• Experience of financial management and oversight
• Evidence of building and maintaining external relations
• Excellent communication skills in English, additional ability to communicate in Kiswahili will be an advantage.
If you believe you are the right candidate for this position, please email your application letter, detailed CV, and photocopies of academic certificates, and names and contact details of three referees. You must include the reference Ref. No. AMDT/TD/10/14. Applications which do not indicate the reference number or attach all the mentioned dossiers including three referees will be disqualified.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be required to fill-out a questionnaire that will be availed to each applicant via the email address provided in their respective application pack.
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TANZANIA WATER AND ENVIRONMENTAL SANITATION (TWESA)
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
POSITION: PROGRAM MANAGER
Deadline for applications: 5pm Friday 31st October 2014
This contract is for a full-time, 1 year fixed-term position
Location: Kasulu district, Kigoma region, Tanzania
Job Description
All TWESA employees are expected to work in accordance with the organization’s core values: dedication, innovation, inclusivity and accountability. These attitudes and beliefs shall guide our actions and relationships. TWESA is an equal opportunity employer – women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
TWESA is a Tanzanian NGO that was formed in 1997 to relieve suffering of disaster victims in emergencies and of poor communities in needy areas, through development and implementation of improved and protected water supply, environmental sanitation and hygiene.
TWESA implements water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) services and facilities in the Kagera and Kigoma regions of Tanzania, including in the Nyarugusu refugee camp, which is home to approximately 68,000 refugees.
Role and responsibilities
The Program Manager will be responsible for coordination and management of TWESA’s activities in the Kasulu area, including the WASH, camp management & shelter construction projects in Nyarugusu refugee camp.
The responsibilities of the Program Manager will include the following:
Project management
1. Monitor new refugee settlements and local communities regularly to identify gaps in WASH services and ensure these are being addressed, in coordination with other NGOS, local government authorities and UN agencies
2. Design appropriate WASH solutions for the different areas of and types of intervention, taking into account the national WASH strategy standards, UNHCR standards, TWESA principles and SPHERE standards
3. Oversee project monitoring and evaluation and work with staff to ensure that projects meet their objectives and are fully reported on, including assisting with preparation of the annual report
4. Conduct baseline and end line surveys in the community for each project
5. Manage and coordinate TWESA’s camp management and shelter construction projects to ensure that activities are performed to the required UNHCR standard and in a timely manner
Finance
6. Prepare the annual budget for Kasulu, together with TWESA colleagues and UNHCR, and ensure that all project activities are in accordance with the budget
7. Oversee and assist with all required procurement
Leadership and staff management
8. Support the capacity development of TWESA staff and encourage staff development opportunities
9. Provide strong leadership and clearly outline strategic direction, priorities, objectives and expectations
10. Manage and evaluate staff performance, including any required disciplinary measures
11. Manage staff recruitment procedures
Communication and collaboration
12. Ensure constructive collaboration between all of TWESA Kasulu’s work areas: WASH, Shelter and Camp Management, as well as between TWESA, local authorities, other NGOs (WASH and Health) and UN agencies
13. Communicate and work with donors and partners on project planning, implementation and reporting and keep all relevant agencies up to date on project progress
14. Play an active and constructive role in the local WASH Working Group
15. Facilitate regular staff meetings to ensure awareness of project objectives and provide an opportunity for feedback and discussion
16. Support the TWESA head office in its work and maintain constant communication
Required Academic Qualifications:
• Minimum of Bachelor degree or equivalent in Civil, Hydraulic, Environmental or Water Resources Engineering or Public Health
• A qualification in management or social work is a plus
Desired professional competencies:
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience working in the WASH sector, especially in a humanitarian context
• Previous leadership experience, with strong management skills
• Excellent project management skills, including financial, report writing and administration skills
• Previous experience working in complex and volatile environments, especially with refugees
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili, both written and verbal
• Experience and skills in managing resources to optimise results
Desired personal competencies
• Able to work with a diverse range of people
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent time management
• Good negotiation and conflict management skills
• Able to use initiative and think strategically
Submission guidelines
Applications are accepted from Tanzanian citizens only.
Please send CV and Cover letter to BOTH emails: tlufatiye(at)yahoo.com AND kimberleyheight@hotmail.com Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please mention the position “PM Kasulu” in your email subject. Applications must be received by 1700hrs on Friday 31st October 2014.
For more information, please email twesa@twesa.org or call +255 222 460 301
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GIZ
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
ADVISOR-CLIMATE FINANCE READINESS PROGRAMME
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
As an international cooperation enterprise for sustainable development with worldwide operations, the federally owned Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale lusammenarbeit (Gil) GmbH supports the German Government in achieving its development-policy objectives.
GIZ is looking to fill the position of ADVISOR - CLIMATE FINANCE READINESS PROGRAMME.
Terms of the Contract: Fixed term contract
Duty station: Dar es Salaam
Background
The necessity of preparing for impacts of global warming and for avoiding more dangerous levels of greenhouse gas emissions will require a concerted mobilization of financial resources and effective, efficient and transparent management. A variety of international climate funds are now available, including e.g. the Global Environment Facility (GEF), the Adaptation Fund (AF), and most recently the soon-to-be-active Green Climate Fund (GCF). However, mobilizing such Funds has been a challenge for many developing countries, specifically in terms of planning, institutional preparation, access, effective spending and implementation and private sector engagement.
Against this background the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMl) entrusted Gesellschaftfu rlnternationalelusammenarbeit (Gil) and KfW Development Bank with the implementation of the Climate Finance Readiness Programme (CF Ready), which is currently being implemented in 11 countries, including Tanzania, until 2018.
Responsibilities
The Advisor shall:
Manage CF Ready activities in Tanzania in accordance with the project goals with guidance from the Gil CF Ready Team and in close coordination with the national-Gll Programmes, especially the SWSD Programme, and KfW.
Implement, by collaborating with and assisting Expert Consultants, a CF Ready support measure with the Ministry of Water, inc
Advisory on the financing of adaptation measures in the water sector
Coordination of relevant stakesoloers in the process incl. MoW, VPO, MoF, Planning Commission, CSOs, private sector, research and academia
Logistical support for the preparation, implementation and follow-up of workshops, meetings, etc.
Implement, by collaborating with and assisting Expert Consultants, a CF Ready support measure with NEMC, inci.:
Advisory on project assessment procedures as well as AF and GCF NIE accreditation procedures
Coordination of relevant stakeholders in the process inc!. NEMC, VPO, MoF, Planning Commission
Logistical support for the preparation, implementation and follow-up of workshops, meetings, etc.
Facilitate coordination between the relevant partner institutions (inc!. VPO, MoW, NEMC, MoF, Planning Commission) regarding climate finance issues (e.g. through convening)
Coordinate activities of the Programme with other regional institutions (inc\. East African Community (EAC), East African Development
Bank (EADB)), multilateral institutions (inc!. UNDP, World Bank) and other donors (incl. DFID, Norway), in close consultation with the Gil Tanzania Water Programme Manager
Provide logistical support for the CF Ready Programme, including the organization of meetings, workshops and visits by mission teams
Monitor and report on the implementation of activities and the achieved impacts
Ensure the implementation of activities in compliance with the Gil Capacity Works Management model
Draft/prepare Terms of Reference for local assignments (as required)
Knowledge management; the Advisor shall;
Keep him/herself updated about adaptation to climate change and the existing climate financing sources at international and national
levels including the UNFCCC, multilateral and bilateral funds (esp. the GCF) and national climate funds.
Acquaint and keep him/herself updated about access requirements for international climate funds, especially the role of the National Designated Authority (NDA) and the accreditation requirements for NIEs of the GCF, specifically fiduciary standards and environmental
General obligations; the Advisor shall;
Be pro-active and able to work independently
Act professionally in a corporate Work environment
Become familiar with GIZlKfW planning, implementation and reporting procedures
Keep him-/herself updated about the current developments in international climate discussions - Perform other duties and tasks at the request of management Professional experience
Required qualifications, competences and experience
Master degree in an environment-related discipline or in Business Administration (MBA), Finance or Financial Management Services First degree in an environment-related discipline or professional qualification in climate change, environment or natural resource management
Good understanding of adaptation issues, ideally in relation to the water sector
Good understanding of project assessment processes (incl. project identification, appraisals, evaluation, etc.)
Good knowledge of international climate discussions and policy and relevant international frameworks e. g, UNFCCC, Kyoto Protocol Good understanding of international bilateral and multilateral climate funds including the GCF, the GEF, the AF, and the CIFs ideally with a knowledge of access requirements (including fiduciary standards and environmental and social safeguards),
Professional experience
- 6-8 years experience working in climate finance, adaptation to climate change or a related field
Other knowledge, additional competences
Good working knowledge of ITC technologies (related software , phone, lax, email, Internet ) and computer applications (e.g. MS Office, Access or other database programme)
Fluent in English, fluency in Kiswahili Would be an asset
Good verbal and written communication skills
Highly motivated towards their work, ready to update knowledge Ability to effectively transfer skills and knowledge
Team player in multi-cultural and inter-disciplinary team
Previous experience working with German Development Cooperation would be an asset
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Interested candidates should send their application letter with their CV and Copies of certificates ( in hard copies) addressed to GIZ Office , 65 Ali Hassan Mwinyi , attn. HR Department ,
P.O B ox 1519.
Dar es salaam
Only shortlisted will be contacted
Dedline is October 31st 2014 only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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GIZ
EMPLOYMYNT OPPORTUNITIES
As a federal enterprise, GIZ supports the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development.
For our operations in Tanzania/, we are looking for a/an
POSITION: PROJECT ADMINISTRATOR FOR PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR LAKE VICTORIA WATER AND SANITATION PROJECT
JOB-ID: 20018
Field of activity
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is a service enterprise for development cooperation with international operations and global experience. Owned by the Federal Republic of Germany, the organization operates as a private-sector enterprise with a development-policy mandate: to make sustainable improvements to the living conditions of people in the countries we operate in. The organization’s business area GIZ International Services is the vehicle for offering GIZ’s services to international clients.
GIZ International Services is preparing to submit an offer for the project “Lake Victoria Water and Sanitation - Project management consultant”. The contracting authority will be the European Investment Bank (EIB).
Mwanza project covers the Tanzanian towns of Mwanza with 3 satellite communities, Musoma and Bukoba. EIB has allocated a EUR 45m loan as Lead Financier on a mutual reliance operation with AfD. It is associated with a significant TA envelope, comprising EUR 7m sourced from the EU Africa Infrastructure Trust Fund as well as envisaged funding from ACP Investment Facility, for project implementation support and enhanced monitoring on behalf of the financiers. The overall objective of this TA is the establishment and maintenance of project management services throughout the project’s implementation period, including technical and administrative support to the implementing agencies– the Mwanza Urban Water And Sewerage Authority and the Ministry of Water.
Your tasks
• Execution of the Lender’s and Tanzanian Environmental and Social safeguards;
• Sustainable transfer of know-how on project management concepts, skills, tools and activities Transparency and effectiveness of policy orientation of the budget assured;
• Scoping of operational, financial and institutional assistance.
Your profile
Qualifications and skills
• Internationally recognised university or professional degree in Business Administration or equivalent. A relevant post-certification qualification in project administration will be advantageous;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Fluent command of both written and spoken English;
• Computer Literate.
General Professional Experience
• Minimum of 10-years of professional experience;
• Experience in administrating EDF/EIB funded projects and programmes will be advantageous.
Specific Professional Experience
• Experience in administrating multi-donor funded initiatives;
• Experience in advising and working with authorities on donor funded budget planning and execution;
• Demonstrable knowledge in administrative procedures of AFDB, AFD, EU and EU programme estimates;
• Knowledge of AFDB, AFD and EU procurement rules.
Assignment period
The intended start date is January 2015 and the period of implementation of the contract will be 60-months from this date.
Information on place of assignment
Activities under the contract shall take place primarily Dar-es-Salaam and Mwanza.
Other information
Please note that we basically can only receive and process applications sent via our e-recruiting system. Should you not be able to do so, please contact the person named in the job advertisement.To enable us to assess your existing skills and qualifications as part of our internal selection procedure, please complete the questionnaire on your competences when you apply online. After submitting an application, please check your spam/junk folder regularly for incoming messages, as emails from our e-recruiting system are treated as spam by some providers. We welcome job applications from people with disabilities.
If you are interested, please do not hesitate to apply until 02.11.2014.
Contact department:
Yongmi Schibel
+49 6196/79-3164
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