TechnoServe Jobs in Tanzania for Program Manager, Senior Business Advisors and Business Advisors
TechnoServe is an international NGO with offices in 20 countries in the developing world. Its mission is to build businesses that create jobs, income, opportunity, and economic growth in developing countries, using a market-driven, business-oriented approach.
For more information on TechnoServe, please visit www.technoserve.org.
In Tanzania, TechnoServe supports agricultural value chain development and SME development.
TechnoServe is recruiting for positions of Program Manager, Senior Business Advisors and Business Advisors as follows:
Program Manager
TechnoServe seeks a Program Manager (PM) for a potential USAID agricultural value chain program in an East African nation. This program is expected to focus on food staples value chains. The goal of the program will be to strengthen the competitiveness of the sectors, increase availability of food staples, and expand farmer market access. TechnoServe may be a subcontractor to another organization, and the PM would work dosely with the prime organization’s chief of party.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Oversee all of the program and operations for assigned field staff and supervise the activity implementation team
Manage all operations in assigned field office(s)
Maintain proactive communications with the prime organization’s chief of party on all aspects of program and field office operations;
Communicate activities, program progress and issues with the TechnoServe Tanzania country director
Develop work plans; prepare programmatic and operational financial projections for the program in close collaboration with the local financial controller
Conduct weekly meetings to review and discuss status of program development and implementation, progress evaluated and next steps agreed;
Oversee all aspects of the subcontract to maintain quality; supervise preparation of all sub-contractor documents; ensure completion of project budgeting and contracts which adhere to the prime organization and USAID rules and regulations;
Collaborate with M&E manager to develop, monitor, evaluate and recommend performance measures for regional and individual activities
Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with prime organization, local government authorities, local contractors, international NGOs, donors, and other key stakeholders; and,
Perform other duties and activities as required for the successful management of the subcontractor role.
Qualifications:
Advanced degree in Agricultural Economics, Business Administration, or other relevant degree
At least 8 years of experience in relevant value chain programs, with a minimum of five years of managing USAID programs
Strong private sector market orientation, entrepreneurial and innovative thinker
Strong leadership/management experience with an international development contractor or international NGO, as a manager of programs
Strong leadership skills and demonstrated experience in managing complex, multi-disciplinary, and challenging field operations in developing countries, Africa preferred
Demonstrated skills in problem soMng, consensus building, and coordination of diverse stakeholders
Knowledge of USAID regulations and procedure
Proven record in thought leadership in market-led approaches to agriculture development, value chain development, nutrition/food security
Verbal and written fluency in English; understanding of Kiswahili a plus
Previous successful expenence mentoring and building capacity of local staff;
Senior Business Advisors
(2 Positions)
Qualifications:
Applying candidates should possess the following requirements:
A Master’s degree in Agronomy or Business Management required
A minimum of 7 years experience in project management in the agricultural sector, preferably staple crops
Line management experience and P&L responsibilities
Business Advisors
(3 Positions)
Qualifications:
Applying candidates should possess the following requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy or Business Administration required
A minimum of 3 years of work experience in the agricultural sector, preferably staple crops
All SBA and BA candidates must have:
Strong private sector experience and entrepreneurial skills
Proven track record of developing client business plans
Working experience with farmers’ organizations
Private sector experience and entrepreneurial skills
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
Strong financial analysis and management skills
Strong skills in business software (Excel, MS Project and PowerPoint)
Excellent communication skills in both written and spoken English and Kiswahili
Ability to develop well written, cohesive reports that are responsive to the donors’ needs
A valid driving license
Remuneration: TechnoServe offers a remuneration package competitive with private-sector salaries for similar
positions.
APPLY (by email only) to the Recruitment Coordinator at info@tnstanzania.org with the position title placed in the subject line.
Please include
cover letter describing your interest,
curriculum vitae,
salary history, and
names and telephone contacts of three referees.
Please indude all requirements in one document.
Applications will be treated confidentially.
Deadline for applications is May 31st, 2010.
Note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Phone calls or SMS are prohibited and will disqualify application.
TechnoServe is an equal opportunity employer.
Women are encouraged to apply.
Zain Jobs in Tanzania
ZAIN1390 - Database Administrator
Business Unit: Zain Tanzania
Division: Information Technology
Location: Tanzania - Dar Es Salaam
Closing Date: 10-Mar-2010
Basic Purpose:
The DBA will be responsible for the design, implementation, configuration and maintenance of various databases support of Zain business applications
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
-Reports to Infrastructure Manager
- Managing Scheduled database processes supporting automated file transfer
- Creates and maintains good technical documentation
- Working with integrated project teams on projects such as large- scale modifications and new product release
- Creating, testing and documenting custom stored procedure
- Using SQL profiler or comparable utilities to monitor server & query process to assess and optimise databases
Competencies & Qualifications:
- A University degree/advanced diloma in ICT related field
- Certified Oracle or MS SQL DBA
- More that 2 years experience at a senior level in related field
- Good interpersonal Skills
- Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision
- Influencing & Persuading: communicating information in a manner that gains agreement
- Work standards: setting high goals of performance for oneself
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Zain is recruiting in Tanzania for post of Manager ( PMO)
ZAIN1395 - Manager ( PMO)
Business Unit: Zain Tanzania
Division: Business Development
Location: Tanzania - Dar Es Salaam
Closing Date: 18-Mar-2010
Basic Purpose:
-Advises leadership and/or business executives at the highest levels about the project portfolio, status and resource planning for delivering strategic business Initiatives. Plans, directs, and ensures the successful management of designed business solutions utilising the complete resources of the PMO Office and assigned project management teams.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
- Act as Liaison and provide leadership for team and area of responsibility. Provide leadership, direction and coaching on project specific tasks as well as individual professional development.
- Ensure coverage of all areas of expertise necessary to support and grow the business within the Directors area of responsibility.
- Ensures functionality is integrated with other applications
- Develop Project Management support policies, standards and procedures.
- Initiates and implements new technologies, methodologies, process and procedures that will support Company Long and short term goals.
- Presents information on projects, initiatives or other subjects to peers, teams and upper management.
- Demonstrates the ability to adapt to and lead, change, and coach others in the acceptance and support of change
- Creation and Support of Standards, Processes and Procedures necessary to produce the deliverables from the team and to work effectively with the other teams
Competencies & Qualifications:
- Business Awareness
- Strong analytical skills and problem solving skills
- Excellent planning skills
- High personal standard and goal oriented
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent and effective communications skills, both orally and in writing
- Culture sensitivity
- A four year degree or equivalent experience (7+ years of project management experience/training and 7+ years of management experience/training
- 7+ years minimum experience in Project Management
- 7+ years minimum experience in telecommunications industry preferred
- 7 years minimum Management, Team Lead, or other equivalent leadership experience
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Zain (formerly MTC, Celtel, in Africa) is the pioneer of mobile telecommunications in the Middle East and now a major player on the African continent. We began life in 1983 in Kuwait as the region's first mobile operator, and since the initiation of our "3x3x3" expansion strategy in 2003, we have expanded rapidly.
Zain Tanzania is recruiting for Tax Team Leader
ZAIN1267 - Tax Team leader
Business Unit: Zain Tanzania
Division: Finance
Location: Tanzania - Dar Es Salaam
Duties and responsibilities:
To support the local finance team with all tax related issues
Prepare and file all required tax returns on time
Follow up on tax compliance with authorities
Identify potential tax risks and advise management on their mitigation
Implement Zain Group tax policies locally
Coordinate and manage relations with tax authorities and bodies
Provide the Group Tax Director with regular status reports on tax compliance and any other tax related issues
Establish and maintain regular contacts with TRA
Competencies:
Business awareness
Strong Analytical and problem solving skills
Excellent planning skills
High personal standards and goal orientation
Excellent interpersonal skills
Effective communication skills, both oral and written
Knowledge of English and Swahili
Experience:
At least 2 years experience in Finance with specific regard to a Tax Position
Qualifications:
University degree in Finance, BCOM or related field
Qualified Accountant
Other Information:
Note: you will be required to attach the following:
1. Resume/CV
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Application Deadline is 4th December 2009
Principal – Arusha, Tanzania Job Vacancy at The Academy
Title: Principal – Arusha, Tanzania
The Organisation: The Academy, founded in 1992, based in Arusha and managed by a private consortium of businessmen.
The Academy is based on the principles and precepts, dream and vision of holistic development of future leaders and citizens through academic excellence, discipline, integrity and physical fitness.
The Principal is responsible to Board/Government for the smooth and efficient functioning of the institution. S/he is to perform the following duties:
General
Implement the policies and directives of Board/Government regarding the conduct and functioning of the School and make all efforts to achieve the school’s objectives.
Anticipate future requirements of the institution and appraise the Board/Government accordingly.
Send timely reports and returns to the Board/Government as required.
Arrange regular staff meetings to generate co-coordinated teamwork.
Quality of Teaching
Adopt suitable measures for improving the standard of instruction and ensure quality education in the institution.
Hold meetings with teaching and non-teaching staff regularly in order to know their problems and convey instruction to be followed by them.
Ensure punctuality and attendance of the teaching staff in reporting to classes.
Monitor syllabi coverage of all classes by ensuring the weekly breakdown is followed and in the case of discrepancies make certain remedial measures are taken.
Guide teachers on teaching methodology and ensure a high standard of instructions and arrange in-service training programmes for teaching staff.
Supervise instructional work in the classrooms by visiting classes regularly to check teachers' work and carry out lesson assessment of teachers according to an approved plan.
Prepare the school timetable detailing subject/class teachers as appropriate for the smooth running of the school and make necessary adjustments on a daily basis to take account of teachers' availability. Prepare and monitor implementation of school homework policy
Regularly check the teachers' diaries and lesson plans.
General Staff Matters
Maintain a disciplined and conducive learning environment in the institution.
S/he will be responsible for dealing with all discipline cases of employees.
Carry out regular supervisory checks over the working of the school system and performance of the major functionaries working under him/her.
Raise annual efficiency confidential reports on the employees of the institution and initiate appraisals for all staff.
Ensure punctuality and attendance of all staff in reporting to school.
Ensure compliance with the School’s code of conduct.
Ensure fair distribution of work for all employees.
Ensure timely payment of pays and allowances to all the staff and that their genuine rights are not denied to them.
Take appropriate and timely measures to keep the institution adequately staffed. S/he will also be a member of Selection Committee that appoints staff to the schools.
Process leave applications and only approves casual leave if the institution will not suffer.
Examinations
Implement the policies and directives of the Examination Authorities used for public examinations classes and keep him/her informed about any charges regarding syllabi and the conduct of examinations.
Organise termly and annual examinations.
Resources
Ensure good upkeep of the classrooms and display of charts, timetable and relevant information in the classrooms.
Check classrooms for basic necessities such as availability of chalk, blackboard, furniture, lighting, ventilation, etc and report shortcomings, if any, to the school office.
Take necessary steps to maintain and cater for essential academic facilities such as library, laboratories and computer section.
Work out future requirement of school textbooks, uniform, office and school furniture/equipment including sports gear and process/purchase its demand to directorate of education well in time for their timely distribution.
S/he will be responsible for ensuring the proper security and upkeep of the school premises.
Thefts, damages, losses in classroom furnishing/fitting, during and out of working hours must be officially reported.
Students
S/he must maintain a disciplined and conducive learning environment in the institution and ensure students comply with the School’s code of conduct.
Arrange that when necessary students are counselled to help them overcome their personal and academic difficulties.
Ensure use of homework diaries by students
Arrange extra coaching for weak students.
Ensure that no corporal punishment is given to the students
Ensure, with the help other staff, proper discipline during students' movement from their classrooms to other places as well as during the break.
S/he will be responsible for dealing with all discipline cases of students and will need to investigate and produce reports as necessary with recommendations, on cases involving serious violation of institution discipline and wilful damage to institution's property.
Extra-curricular activities & events
S/he is responsible for organising extra-curricular activities and sports.
S/he should detail staff to various extra-curricular activities and provide them guidelines on how to conduct them.
Suitable arrangement should be made to celebrate/observe days of international/ national and religious significance. Other school functions, such as, annual prize distribution ceremony/parents' day, sports day etc should be organised.
Parents/Guardians & Community Links
Keep the parents apprised of the academic performance and general conduct of their children and arrange sufficient opportunities for parents-teachers contact.
Inform the parents about the school rules/ regulations and instructions/responsibilities of the parents etc.
Facilitate teacher-parent contacts (by appointment) and arrange formal parents-teachers meetings.
Attend to parents' complaints/suggestions and where necessary meet with them to solve their genuine problems with regard to education of their children.
Facilitate community contacts and arrange formal meetings to build links with them.
Student’s Entrance Qualifications
Ensure students are admitted to the institution in accordance with the admission policy in a transparent manner.
Supervise the processing of fresh and other admissions of students after the entrance test.
Inform the students about the school rules/ regulations and their responsibilities.
Routine Administration
Maintain up-to-date information about students' strength, teachers' nominal roll, syllabi progress and examination results.
Complete a monthly statistical return
Maintain staff attendance register and leave record on a daily basis.
Ensure maintenance of students' attendance record by class teachers in class attendance registers.
Get student dossiers and result cards regularly updated by class teachers.
Provide a consolidated daily attendance record of the students.
Prepare examination date sheet and ensure that the teachers mark the examination answer scripts and the class teachers prepare the result sheets within the stipulated time.
Ensure the timely dispatch of result cards to parents.
Perform any other reasonable duties related to school activities that might be assigned by the Board/Government from time to time.
Educational Background/Work experience
Bachelor’s degree in Education/ Business Administration.
Should have at least master in education with 10 years experience, added advantage if he has teacher training skills and worked as school inspector or trainer.
Send your CV to hr.jobsconsult@ymail.com
Only shortlist candidates will be contacted.
Tanzania Ministry of Constitutional Affairs and Justice Legal Sector Reform Programme Technical Advisor Job Vacancies
Highly experienced and successful professionals are sought for positions as Technical Advisors on the Legal Sector Reform Programme (LSRP), under the Ministry of Constitutional Affairs and Justice (MoCAJ).
The LSRP is one of five core reform programmes being implemented by the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania with the assistance of basket funding from Development Partners.
Positions will be available on one or two year renewable contracts. The recruitment process is being undertaken by KPMG on behalf of MoCAJ.
These positions are being re-advertised.
Chief Technical Advisor
To lead a diverse team of six Technical Advisors in providing advice and support to MoCAJ on the most effective way to implement planned legal sector reforms.
The Advisor will creatively and constructively engage with government officials and Development Partners at a senior executive level to build reform understanding, ownership, commitment and momentum.
Candidates are expected to possess extensive public sector management experience and a particular understanding and success in implementing complex capacity development, change management programmes, preferably in Africa.
Experience working in the justice sector and an understanding of Tanzania is an advantage.
Qualifications which include a Master Degree (or equivalent) in economics, law or other social sciences are expected.
Capacity Development Specialist
To design and implement a capacity development programme to support the achievement of LSRP goals, with a focus on developing public service leaders.
The Advisor will identify capacity gaps, undertake training needs analyses, and work with and develop trainers.
Candidates require extensive experience in the design and delivery of executive leadership programmes for public sector officials, with skills in staff mentoring and coaching and an understanding of the most recent thinking on developing capacity to achieve lasting behaviour change.
Experience in eastern and southern Africa with knowledge of training providers in this region is an advantage.
Expected qualifications are a Master degree (or equivalent) in human resource management, business administration, economics, public administration or other social science.
Financial Management Advisor
To develop the financial management capacity of institutions in the legal sector, especially in budgeting and financial reporting.
Candidates are expected to have senior level financial management experience, including at least five years experience in Tanzania, with working knowledge of government planning and budgeting processes: Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF), Public Expenditure Review (PER), and Strategic Budget Allocation Systems (SBAS) etc.
The minimum formal qualification is a university degree with an accounting or finance focus.
Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor
To support MoCAJ to develop and implement a comprehensive M&E system to monitor and report on LSRP progress, support evaluation studies and feed into broader government systems, including the M&E framework underpinning the National Strategy for Growth and Poverty Reduction.
The Advisor will be responsible for building the capacity of relevant government officials including in the application of tools such as logical framework analysis, and results and performance frameworks.
The candidate requires five years experience in the M&E of complex public sector capacity development programmes. Experience working on programmes to promote legal or justice sector reform is an advantage. T
he position requires qualifications up to Master degree level (or equivalent) in economics, business administration or with specialization in M&E.
To apply: please send a cover letter addressing the selection criteria, with CV and the names and contact details of two referees to:
Human Resource Manager,
KPMG,
11 Floor,
PPF Tower,
P.O. Box 1160,
Dar es Salaam,Tanzania,
tel: +255 22 2118866,
email: info @ kpmg.co.tz.
Detailed position descriptions are available through this address.
Applications close: 9 November 2009
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