Tanzania Jobs September 2012
| Capacity Building Specialist | Tanzania |
| Chief of Party | Tanzania |
| Chief of Party | Tanzania |
| Deputy Chief of Party | Tanzania |
| Deputy Chief of Party and Senior ICT Technical Manager | Tanzania |
| Informatics and Technology Associate | Tanzania |
| M&E Manager | Tanzania |
| Policy & Advocacy Specialist | Tanzania |
| Senior Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor | Tanzania |
We are recruiting for a Deputy CoP / Senior Technical Manager ICT (Information & Communications technology) for an anticipated USAID funded Health Programme in Tanzania. The key responsibilities include:
- Full redesign, execution and implementation of Most Vulnerable Children (MVC) Management Information System (MIS). Work with Futures ICT and M&E teams and DSW on re-designing/strengthening the current national MVC MIS
- Provide technical advice to COP and DSW on rolling out the new system to districts in Tanzania. Provides technical advice to senior management regarding capacity building strategy and implementation plan for various target audiences.
- Fully accountable for successfully implementation and execution of all aspects of the MVC DMS MIS solution
- Mentors, trains, and manages assigned staff to successfully work on the projects to leverage proposed outcomes and meet/exceed quantitative target commitments to donors.
You will ideally demonstrate…..
- University Degree in Informatics or Information Technology
- 5-7years of experience in international Health IT context is essential
- 5-7 years Expert knowledge in IT domains and ability to design and conduct trainings on topics such as Operating Systems and platforms, PC hardware and software, LAN, WAN, Databases systems including MS Access, MS SQL, MySQL, Cloud and Web technologies etc
- Demonstrated technical experience DSW MVC management information system; and health & mobile computing solutions
- Expertise in facilitation and training for various target audiences including technical experts (i.e. data entry specialists / data analysts) and policy makers
Click here to review the complete terms of reference.
How to apply?
Email your updated CV to Haroon.Siddiqu@grminternational.com stating ‘DCOP - Tanzania’ in the subject line.
Applications close on 29th September 2012
How to apply?
Email your updated CV to Haroon.Siddiqu@grminternational.com stating ‘DCOP - Tanzania’ in the subject line.
Cooperative Legal Specialist
Job Title:Cooperative Legal Specialist, Tanzania
Closing Date: Thursday, 27 September 2012
We Are ACDI/VOCA
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Since 1963 and in 145 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has 84 projects in 40 countries and revenues of approximately $168 million.
Cooperative Legal Specialist, Tanzania We are currently seeking a Legal Specialist to provide short-term technical assistance on the USAID-funded Cooperative Development Program (CDP), funded by USAID. Through CDP, ACDI/VOCA and Land O'Lakes, Inc. (LOL) will assess the legal environment for cooperatives in Tanzania. Using the CLARITY diagnostic framework (http://www.ocdc.coop/clarity.html), an assessment tool designed by the Overseas Cooperative Development Organization (OCDC), the consultant will analyze Tanzanian cooperative law. The analysis is intended to identify both strengths and barriers in law that affect the success of cooperative development. The consultant will work closely with a U.S.-based legal counterpart on this joint-assessment. A critical component of this assignment will be the communication and collaboration with the U.S. counterpart, LOL and ACDI/VOCA in order to work through the CLARITY scorecard process and then prepare the analysis document.
Responsibilities:
Conduct background reading on the CLARITY process and Tanzania cooperatives
Participate in an initial call with the CLARITY team to discuss methods and communication strategy
Hold meetings and frequent communication with Tanzanian stakeholders to explain the CLARITY process and encourage their buy-in on the findings
Analyze Tanzanian cooperative law through the CLARITY scorecard, communicating regularly with U.S.-based legal specialist to gather needed input and to share analysis
Continually refine initial analysis based on ongoing conversations
Complete the scorecard analysis jointly with U.S. counterpart
Submit final report that includes the scorecard, scorecard analysis, and documentation of the steps to completion
Optional, if organized: Participate in workshop with Tanzanian stakeholders, government officials, and international organizations to present assessment results and suggest future action
Qualifications:
Law Degree and experience with Tanzanian law, preferably with co-operative law
Experience conducting legal analysis in an international context
Expertise in the cooperative model, and previous experience conducting evaluations of the cooperative environment
Excellent communication and cross-cultural skills
Ability to access and make available the appropriate laws policy documents for the analysis
How to apply:
To be considered for this recruitment, please submit a resume to http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E55568361D43515B7E59192F7756186902627B4D. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.
Closing Date: Thursday, 27 September 2012
We Are ACDI/VOCA
Uploaded by acdivocaDC to YouTube.
Since 1963 and in 145 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has 84 projects in 40 countries and revenues of approximately $168 million.
Cooperative Legal Specialist, Tanzania We are currently seeking a Legal Specialist to provide short-term technical assistance on the USAID-funded Cooperative Development Program (CDP), funded by USAID. Through CDP, ACDI/VOCA and Land O'Lakes, Inc. (LOL) will assess the legal environment for cooperatives in Tanzania. Using the CLARITY diagnostic framework (http://www.ocdc.coop/clarity.html), an assessment tool designed by the Overseas Cooperative Development Organization (OCDC), the consultant will analyze Tanzanian cooperative law. The analysis is intended to identify both strengths and barriers in law that affect the success of cooperative development. The consultant will work closely with a U.S.-based legal counterpart on this joint-assessment. A critical component of this assignment will be the communication and collaboration with the U.S. counterpart, LOL and ACDI/VOCA in order to work through the CLARITY scorecard process and then prepare the analysis document.
Responsibilities:
Conduct background reading on the CLARITY process and Tanzania cooperatives
Participate in an initial call with the CLARITY team to discuss methods and communication strategy
Hold meetings and frequent communication with Tanzanian stakeholders to explain the CLARITY process and encourage their buy-in on the findings
Analyze Tanzanian cooperative law through the CLARITY scorecard, communicating regularly with U.S.-based legal specialist to gather needed input and to share analysis
Continually refine initial analysis based on ongoing conversations
Complete the scorecard analysis jointly with U.S. counterpart
Submit final report that includes the scorecard, scorecard analysis, and documentation of the steps to completion
Optional, if organized: Participate in workshop with Tanzanian stakeholders, government officials, and international organizations to present assessment results and suggest future action
Qualifications:
Law Degree and experience with Tanzanian law, preferably with co-operative law
Experience conducting legal analysis in an international context
Expertise in the cooperative model, and previous experience conducting evaluations of the cooperative environment
Excellent communication and cross-cultural skills
Ability to access and make available the appropriate laws policy documents for the analysis
How to apply:
To be considered for this recruitment, please submit a resume to http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E55568361D43515B7E59192F7756186902627B4D. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.
Blood Donor Recruiter
Works under regional blood safety coordinator. Oversight of recruitment and mobilization of blood donation activities. Plan and implement effective strategies to mobilize, recruit and retain blood donors from low risk populations. In collaboration with the Marketing manager and regional coordinator set regional blood collection target and develop regional blood recruitment calendar. Set appointments for mobilization, collection to meet targets. Identify relevant organization and develop blood donor clubs. Work closely with MR to identify and establish linkages with relevant organizations for PPP and other support to the program. Work to achieve blood collection goals and ensure database of all blood donors so as to build a safe donor pool.
Coordinating all blood drives, responsible for advocating for blood donations/gives donor talk and relevant IEC materials during planned donations and identify key contact in different institutions for liaising and blood donation activities.
This position is based in the region but with constant travel in the region (Rukwa, Singida, Coast,Shinyanga, Kagera and Manyara.
Reports to: Regional blood Safety Coordinator
Duties and Responsibilities:
Compile and maintain a data base of all low risk blood donation sites
Prepare daily/ weekly/monthly/annual calendars for blood collection and targets
Mobilize community for blood donation
Set appointments for blood donation (3 days/week)
Identify existing clubs in schools i.e. scouts, health clubs, religious institutions, community groups and orient them using the donor club guidelines and collect blood
Ensure all the necessary equipment/supplies are prepared for each donation (checklist)
Conduct pre donation talk prior blood donation activity
Collaboration with other team members during the blood donation drive.
Compile donation reports
Visit sites near the office to introduce walk in donor site and welcome them for donation (2 times a week)
Ensure adequate supply of IEC materials and good public relations wherever blood donation activities are conducted
In collaboration with donor clerk ensure proper messages are sent to donation sites and blood donors.
Any other functions assigned by the supervisor from time to time
Knowledge
A degree /Diploma in Education, Marketing, Sales or Community development, journalism.
Experience, Skills
Must be an excellent communicator and must also possess the ability to gain credibility with others
Knowledge of group dynamics, customer maintenance techniques, negotiation skills, and the ability to effectively implement programs is preferred.
Good organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively are required.
Good communications and training skills
Computer literacy- Microsoft word and excel
Working with blood donation program will be of added advantage
Coordinating all blood drives, responsible for advocating for blood donations/gives donor talk and relevant IEC materials during planned donations and identify key contact in different institutions for liaising and blood donation activities.
This position is based in the region but with constant travel in the region (Rukwa, Singida, Coast,Shinyanga, Kagera and Manyara.
Reports to: Regional blood Safety Coordinator
Duties and Responsibilities:
Compile and maintain a data base of all low risk blood donation sites
Prepare daily/ weekly/monthly/annual calendars for blood collection and targets
Mobilize community for blood donation
Set appointments for blood donation (3 days/week)
Identify existing clubs in schools i.e. scouts, health clubs, religious institutions, community groups and orient them using the donor club guidelines and collect blood
Ensure all the necessary equipment/supplies are prepared for each donation (checklist)
Conduct pre donation talk prior blood donation activity
Collaboration with other team members during the blood donation drive.
Compile donation reports
Visit sites near the office to introduce walk in donor site and welcome them for donation (2 times a week)
Ensure adequate supply of IEC materials and good public relations wherever blood donation activities are conducted
In collaboration with donor clerk ensure proper messages are sent to donation sites and blood donors.
Any other functions assigned by the supervisor from time to time
Knowledge
A degree /Diploma in Education, Marketing, Sales or Community development, journalism.
Experience, Skills
Must be an excellent communicator and must also possess the ability to gain credibility with others
Knowledge of group dynamics, customer maintenance techniques, negotiation skills, and the ability to effectively implement programs is preferred.
Good organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively are required.
Good communications and training skills
Computer literacy- Microsoft word and excel
Working with blood donation program will be of added advantage
Application Instructions:
The successful candidate will sign a one year renewable contract
Remuneration
The remuneration for the above positions will be according to TRCS salary guides. Interested applicants are invited to submit their applications addressed to the Secretary General, enclosing curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates.
The applications should reach the undersigned not later than 18th September, 2012 by email:info@trcs.or.tz , cc tabumkwawa@yahoo.com or by post to:
The Secretary General
Tanzania Red Cross Society
P.O Box 1133
Mikocheni, Plot 53, Old Bagamoyo Rd
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
Remuneration
The remuneration for the above positions will be according to TRCS salary guides. Interested applicants are invited to submit their applications addressed to the Secretary General, enclosing curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates.
The applications should reach the undersigned not later than 18th September, 2012 by email:info@trcs.or.tz , cc tabumkwawa@yahoo.com or by post to:
The Secretary General
Tanzania Red Cross Society
P.O Box 1133
Mikocheni, Plot 53, Old Bagamoyo Rd
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
Phlebotomist
The primarily responsibility for this position is physical blood drawing. He/she works with internal and external stakeholders to provide a pleasant clinical experience while also following guidelines and procedures required by NBTS.
This role also requires file management: noting information on donors is a key part of the process. Adhering to cold chain throughout the process and maintaining quality assurance.
Reports to: Regional Blood Safety Coordinator
Roles and Responsibilities:
Ensure all the necessary equipment/supplies are prepared for each donation (checklist)
Bleed blood donors and ensure that bleeding of donors is done with high quality of professionalism.
Ensure the safety of a blood donor during and after blood donation
Ensure proper and accurate information for the blood donor, samples and blood bags
Ensure quality of blood collected according to SOPs
Maintain cold chain for collected blood, samples, storage system and transportation.
Compile donation reports
Review performance of blood donation towards targets as per recommended schedule
To perform other medical/nursing duties that may arise at the donation site
Any other functions assigned by the supervisor
Knowledge
Diploma/Certificate in Nursing, Laboratory assistant
Experience, Skills
Minimum of two years of work experience in a hospital or laboratory is required
Good communication skills with people of all ages.
Good organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively are required.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Ability to build and motivate teams and work under pressure
Computers skills is required
Working with blood donation program will be of added advantage
This role also requires file management: noting information on donors is a key part of the process. Adhering to cold chain throughout the process and maintaining quality assurance.
Reports to: Regional Blood Safety Coordinator
Roles and Responsibilities:
Ensure all the necessary equipment/supplies are prepared for each donation (checklist)
Bleed blood donors and ensure that bleeding of donors is done with high quality of professionalism.
Ensure the safety of a blood donor during and after blood donation
Ensure proper and accurate information for the blood donor, samples and blood bags
Ensure quality of blood collected according to SOPs
Maintain cold chain for collected blood, samples, storage system and transportation.
Compile donation reports
Review performance of blood donation towards targets as per recommended schedule
To perform other medical/nursing duties that may arise at the donation site
Any other functions assigned by the supervisor
Knowledge
Diploma/Certificate in Nursing, Laboratory assistant
Experience, Skills
Minimum of two years of work experience in a hospital or laboratory is required
Good communication skills with people of all ages.
Good organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively are required.
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Ability to build and motivate teams and work under pressure
Computers skills is required
Working with blood donation program will be of added advantage
Application Instructions:
The successful candidate will sign a one year renewable contract
Remuneration
The remuneration for the above positions will be according to TRCS salary guides. Interested applicants are invited to submit their applications addressed to the Secretary General, enclosing curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates.
The applications should reach the undersigned not later than 18th September, 2012 by email:info@trcs.or.tz , cc tabumkwawa@yahoo.com or by post to:
The Secretary General
Tanzania Red Cross Society
P.O Box 1133
Mikocheni, Plot 53, Old Bagamoyo Rd
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
Remuneration
The remuneration for the above positions will be according to TRCS salary guides. Interested applicants are invited to submit their applications addressed to the Secretary General, enclosing curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates.
The applications should reach the undersigned not later than 18th September, 2012 by email:info@trcs.or.tz , cc tabumkwawa@yahoo.com or by post to:
The Secretary General
Tanzania Red Cross Society
P.O Box 1133
Mikocheni, Plot 53, Old Bagamoyo Rd
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
Laboratory Technologist
Job Purpose: The incumbent will be attached at the zonal center where s/he will work with zonal lab staff to screen all blood collected at the center including blood collected from TRCS regions. S/he will liaise with regional teams on receiving/delivery time for blood samples from the regions. S/he will ensure the turnaround time for test results is maintained.
Reports to: Lab Technologist & Regional Blood Safety Coordinator
Roles and Responsibilities:
Liaise with regional teams to transport/receive blood/samples through courier system from regions to zone
Perform blood screening, processing in collaboration zonal lab staff
Ensure quality of all procedures
Keep proper data records
Ensure timely availability of test results to the regions
Knowledge
Diploma/Certificate in Laboratory technology.
Experience, Skills
Minimum of two years of work experience in the laboratory is required
Good organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively are required.
Thorough knowledge and skills of basic laboratory services
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
A good team player and work under pressure
Computers skills is required
Reports to: Lab Technologist & Regional Blood Safety Coordinator
Roles and Responsibilities:
Liaise with regional teams to transport/receive blood/samples through courier system from regions to zone
Perform blood screening, processing in collaboration zonal lab staff
Ensure quality of all procedures
Keep proper data records
Ensure timely availability of test results to the regions
Knowledge
Diploma/Certificate in Laboratory technology.
Experience, Skills
Minimum of two years of work experience in the laboratory is required
Good organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively are required.
Thorough knowledge and skills of basic laboratory services
Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
A good team player and work under pressure
Computers skills is required
Application Instructions:
The successful candidate will sign a one year renewable contract
Remuneration
The remuneration for the above positions will be according to TRCS salary guides. Interested applicants are invited to submit their applications addressed to the Secretary General, enclosing curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates.
The applications should reach the undersigned not later than 18th September, 2012 by email:info@trcs.or.tz , cc tabumkwawa@yahoo.com or by post to:
The Secretary General
Tanzania Red Cross Society
P.O Box 1133
Mikocheni, Plot 53, Old Bagamoyo Rd
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
Remuneration
The remuneration for the above positions will be according to TRCS salary guides. Interested applicants are invited to submit their applications addressed to the Secretary General, enclosing curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates.
The applications should reach the undersigned not later than 18th September, 2012 by email:info@trcs.or.tz , cc tabumkwawa@yahoo.com or by post to:
The Secretary General
Tanzania Red Cross Society
P.O Box 1133
Mikocheni, Plot 53, Old Bagamoyo Rd
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
Information Technology/ Monitoring & Evaluation (IT/M&E) Officer
The Information Technology and Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will provide guidance on the overall M&E implementation of the blood safety program as well as providing support on IT related activities. Will lead the design and implementation of the monitoring plan, track program outcomes as related toTRCS/CDC Funding Opportunity for increasing the supply of safe blood for transfusion in the Republic of Tanzania and Zanzibar
Ensures availability of monitoring tools at HQ and regional level for blood safety data collection
Compile analyze and submits to program manager on timely manner as per program requirement. Ensure proper documentation, storage and safety of relevant data for program use.
This position is based in Dar es Salaam with extensive travel in regions in Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar.
Reports to: Program Manager
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop TRCS data base for blood donation activities to mirror NBTS data base – Blood establishment Computer System (BECS) and ensure regular updating of relevant information.
Develop blood donor monitoring tools for regional use
Timely compilation/ analysis of monthly, quarterly and annual reports as required by TRCS, CDC andNBTS and provide relevant feedback to regions and relevant stakeholders
To ensure well functioning of IT equipment at HQ and regional level.
Responsible for capacity building to HQ and regional teams on data management, collection, compilation, analysis and use/dissemination,
Collaborates with program manager and PI to prepare abstracts and presentations for national and international meetings/conferences
Focal for preparation of TRCS/CDC annual plan.
Collaborate with marketing Officer to design blood donation calendar.
Safeguard relevant statistics and documentations related to TRCS blood safety program.
Work closely with TRCS communication Officer to establish regional blood safety network
Knowledge
Minimum university degree or Advance diploma in Information Technology or any bachelors degree with Monitoring and evaluation or Statistics
Advanced level computer training is a strong component of this job
Experience
2 years working experience in the related field.
This position is based in Dar es Salaam with extensive travel in regions in Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar.
Reports to: Program Manager
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop TRCS data base for blood donation activities to mirror NBTS data base – Blood establishment Computer System (BECS) and ensure regular updating of relevant information.
Develop blood donor monitoring tools for regional use
Timely compilation/ analysis of monthly, quarterly and annual reports as required by TRCS, CDC andNBTS and provide relevant feedback to regions and relevant stakeholders
To ensure well functioning of IT equipment at HQ and regional level.
Responsible for capacity building to HQ and regional teams on data management, collection, compilation, analysis and use/dissemination,
Collaborates with program manager and PI to prepare abstracts and presentations for national and international meetings/conferences
Focal for preparation of TRCS/CDC annual plan.
Collaborate with marketing Officer to design blood donation calendar.
Safeguard relevant statistics and documentations related to TRCS blood safety program.
Work closely with TRCS communication Officer to establish regional blood safety network
Knowledge
Minimum university degree or Advance diploma in Information Technology or any bachelors degree with Monitoring and evaluation or Statistics
Advanced level computer training is a strong component of this job
Experience
2 years working experience in the related field.
Application Instructions:
The successful candidate will sign a one year renewable contract
Remuneration
The remuneration for the above positions will be according to TRCS salary guides. Interested applicants are invited to submit their applications addressed to the Secretary General, enclosing curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates.
The applications should reach the undersigned not later than 18th September, 2012 by email:info@trcs.or.tz , cc tabumkwawa@yahoo.com or by post to:
The Secretary General
Tanzania Red Cross Society
P.O Box 1133
Mikocheni, Plot 53, Old Bagamoyo Rd
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Remuneration
The remuneration for the above positions will be according to TRCS salary guides. Interested applicants are invited to submit their applications addressed to the Secretary General, enclosing curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates.
The applications should reach the undersigned not later than 18th September, 2012 by email:info@trcs.or.tz , cc tabumkwawa@yahoo.com or by post to:
The Secretary General
Tanzania Red Cross Society
P.O Box 1133
Mikocheni, Plot 53, Old Bagamoyo Rd
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
Livelihoods Specialist
I. Background
The International Rescue Committee seeks an experienced Livelihoods Specialist to provide technical leadership for a proposed 4-year, $10 million program to combat exploitive child labor in Tanzania. The US Department of Labor (USDOL) solicitation seeks to fund technical assistance project(s) to reduce child labor through an area-based approach in geographic areas where there is a prevalence of child labor in agriculture production and domestic service. The project will work with local entities and build on existing efforts to reduce the worst forms of child labor, including programs to protect orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), increase access to education and promote economic opportunities for Tanzanian households most vulnerable to the worst forms of child labor. Project interventions must address the following areas: a) promote children’s access to, enrollment, retention and completion of education and training opportunities; b) promote improved livelihoods for households of target children; c) promote youth employment; d) work with government structures to support implementation of policies and strengthen institutional capacity; e) raise awareness about child labor in the agriculture and domestic labor sectors; f) support research, evaluation and collection of reliable data on child labor; and g) promote transparency, accountability and sustainability of efforts to combat child labor. This position is contingent on IRC being awarded the cooperative agreement.
II. Responsibilities
The Child Labor Specialist will be responsible for the implementation of the technical aspects of the project related to social protection interventions. Reporting to the Project Director, he/she will:
• Provide technical support, training and guidance on best practices to the proposed project as related to children at risk of or involved in child labor • Provide technical assistance to government agencies or units, such as the LGA and CLU and community stakeholders, • Work closely with local coordinators and stakeholders to develop district child labor plans. • Ensure the quality and relevance of the project’s social protection and institutional capacity building activities to promote the sustainable reduction of child labor within the target geographic areas;
• Work with the project team, including partner staff, and others to ensure that all interventions take into account the holistic needs and capabilities of conflict-affected children and support their protection and development; • Support the establishment of, or strengthening of, child protection systems at the national and district level, with a specific focus on child labor; • Support the direct monitoring of child beneficiaries ensuring it is in line with best practices; • Provide technical support in the design, monitoring and evaluation of activities aimed identifying and supporting children involved in or at risk of child labor; • Ensure that in all interventions, there will be an explicit inclusion and expectation of promoting the active engagement of children at all stages of the project cycle, and building leadership capacity; • Plan and implement policy workshops for project stakeholders (national institutions involved in education and labor issues); • Develop and field-test learning materials designed to improve education quality; • Liaise with technical specialists of partner organizations and government agencies; • Development of multisectoral partnerships and networks; • Provide technical input into the design and scope of proposed research studies; • Prepare narrative reports for submission to Project Director; • Ensure activities implemented as per established project framework; • Track project budget and field expenditures.
• Work with the project team, including partner staff, and others to ensure that all interventions take into account the holistic needs and capabilities of conflict-affected children and support their protection and development; • Support the establishment of, or strengthening of, child protection systems at the national and district level, with a specific focus on child labor; • Support the direct monitoring of child beneficiaries ensuring it is in line with best practices; • Provide technical support in the design, monitoring and evaluation of activities aimed identifying and supporting children involved in or at risk of child labor; • Ensure that in all interventions, there will be an explicit inclusion and expectation of promoting the active engagement of children at all stages of the project cycle, and building leadership capacity; • Plan and implement policy workshops for project stakeholders (national institutions involved in education and labor issues); • Develop and field-test learning materials designed to improve education quality; • Liaise with technical specialists of partner organizations and government agencies; • Development of multisectoral partnerships and networks; • Provide technical input into the design and scope of proposed research studies; • Prepare narrative reports for submission to Project Director; • Ensure activities implemented as per established project framework; • Track project budget and field expenditures.
III. Qualifications
Individuals are required to hold a Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s Degree preferred) or higher in anthropology, sociology, international development, or other human development related field and possess a minimum of three years progressive child protection programming experience. Candidates must have a minimum of three years experience in a leadership position responsible for policy development and advocacy of child protection issues, including child labor, in developing countries in areas. Previous work experience with civil society, including labor unions and NGOs on the issue of child labor or other labor related issues specifically targeting underserved populations. Consideration will be given to candidates with additional years of experience providing direct technical support to the district and national government authorities to build strong child protection systems. Candidates must have experience in statistics and development of monitoring systems (national and/or local). Candidates should have strong writing and editorial skills; be able to work under pressure; and possess strong interpersonal and intercultural skills that enable them to work well with a diverse team. Experience managing USDOL-funded projects is preferred.
Fluency of English is required. Knowledge of Kiswahili is preferred.
The responsibilities of the Child Labor Technical Specialist should include providing technical assistance to government agencies or units, such as the LGA and CLU and community stakeholders. The specialist will work closely with local coordinators and stakeholders to develop district child labor plans.
How to apply:
Please apply online: www.ircjobs.org or http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=8471 .
Education Specialist
I. Background
The International Rescue Committee seeks an experienced Education Specialist to provide technical leadership for a proposed 4-year, $10 million program to combat exploitive child labor in Tanzania. The US Department of Labor (USDOL) solicitation seeks to fund technical assistance project(s) to reduce child labor through an area-based approach in geographic areas where there is a prevalence of child labor in agriculture production and domestic service. The project will work with local entities and build on existing efforts to reduce the worst forms of child labor, including programs to protect orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), increase access to education and promote economic opportunities for Tanzanian households most vulnerable to the worst forms of child labor. Project interventions must address the following areas: a) promote children’s access to, enrollment, retention and completion of education and training opportunities; b) promote improved livelihoods for households of target children; c) promote youth employment; d) work with government structures to support implementation of policies and strengthen institutional capacity; e) raise awareness about child labor in the agriculture and domestic labor sectors; f) support research, evaluation and collection of reliable data on child labor; and g) promote transparency, accountability and sustainability of efforts to combat child labor. This position is contingent on IRC being awarded the cooperative agreement.
II. Responsibilities
The M&E Officer will be responsible for the implementing the project’s M&E activities, including the management of the Direct Beneficiary Monitoring System. Reporting to the Project Director, he/she will: • Oversee implementation of the Project baseline survey on child labor, including survey methodology and data collection • Design and implement a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation plan (CMEP) in coordination with external evaluation contractor and the US Department of Labor (USDOL), including selection and tracking of specific indicators, developing strategies for data collection and regular reporting on approved indicators • Manage the design and implementation of a direct beneficiary monitoring system for tracking work status of child beneficiaries and economic status of beneficiary households • Coordinate with appropriate Ministries, especially the CLU to build local and national government capacity in child labor monitoring systems and databases • Ensure that proposed interventions/activities are based on accepted best practices • Train project staff, in line with the M&E requirements for the project (Enumerators, data collection staff, database managers etc) • Support institutional capacity building around collection of reliable statistics on child labor • Monitor program performance in meeting established objectives, redesigning initiatives as appropriate • Design data collection instruments, schedules, analysis methods, and applied technologies. • Ensure reporting requirements per USDOL obligations under the Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) • Support design and implementation of research studies as required • Ensure activities implemented as per established project framework • Act as liaison and point of contact between a USDOL external evaluation contractor and the project.
III. Qualifications
• Minimum of three years of experience in a leadership position responsible for implementing the project’s monitoring and evaluation activities, including the DBMS. Knowledge of the IA CP IMS an advantage. • Experience in the monitoring and evaluation of international development projects or one year relevant experience combined with an advanced degree in statistics, public policy, economics, or a related field. • Experience in strategic planning and performance measurement, indicator selection, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis methodologies, database management, and familiarity with impact evaluation or similar research methodologies. Knowledge of the Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) is preferred. • Consideration will be given to candidates with additional years of experience working with government ministries to strengthen institutional capacity in data collection. • Knowledge of exploitive child labor issues, particularly the special education needs of children removed from exploitative child labor when they enter/return to school, and/or have experience working with victims of child labor and their households in Tanzania is an asset. • Candidates should have strong writing and editorial skills; be able to work under pressure; and possess strong interpersonal and intercultural skills that enable them to work well with a diverse team.
• Experience managing USDOL-funded projects is preferred. • Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Kiswahili is preferred.
Education Specialist
I. Background
The International Rescue Committee seeks an experienced Education Specialist to provide technical leadership for a proposed 4-year, $10 million program to combat exploitive child labor in Tanzania. The US Department of Labor (USDOL) solicitation seeks to fund technical assistance project(s) to reduce child labor through an area-based approach in geographic areas where there is a prevalence of child labor in agriculture production and domestic service. The project will work with local entities and build on existing efforts to reduce the worst forms of child labor, including programs to protect orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), increase access to education and promote economic opportunities for Tanzanian households most vulnerable to the worst forms of child labor. Project interventions must address the following areas: a) promote children’s access to, enrollment, retention and completion of education and training opportunities; b) promote improved livelihoods for households of target children; c) promote youth employment; d) work with government structures to support implementation of policies and strengthen institutional capacity; e) raise awareness about child labor in the agriculture and domestic labor sectors; f) support research, evaluation and collection of reliable data on child labor; and g) promote transparency, accountability and sustainability of efforts to combat child labor. This position is contingent on IRC being awarded the cooperative agreement.
II. Responsibilities
The M&E Officer will be responsible for the implementing the project’s M&E activities, including the management of the Direct Beneficiary Monitoring System. Reporting to the Project Director, he/she will: • Oversee implementation of the Project baseline survey on child labor, including survey methodology and data collection • Design and implement a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation plan (CMEP) in coordination with external evaluation contractor and the US Department of Labor (USDOL), including selection and tracking of specific indicators, developing strategies for data collection and regular reporting on approved indicators • Manage the design and implementation of a direct beneficiary monitoring system for tracking work status of child beneficiaries and economic status of beneficiary households • Coordinate with appropriate Ministries, especially the CLU to build local and national government capacity in child labor monitoring systems and databases • Ensure that proposed interventions/activities are based on accepted best practices • Train project staff, in line with the M&E requirements for the project (Enumerators, data collection staff, database managers etc) • Support institutional capacity building around collection of reliable statistics on child labor • Monitor program performance in meeting established objectives, redesigning initiatives as appropriate • Design data collection instruments, schedules, analysis methods, and applied technologies. • Ensure reporting requirements per USDOL obligations under the Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) • Support design and implementation of research studies as required • Ensure activities implemented as per established project framework • Act as liaison and point of contact between a USDOL external evaluation contractor and the project.
III. Qualifications
• Minimum of three years of experience in a leadership position responsible for implementing the project’s monitoring and evaluation activities, including the DBMS. Knowledge of the IA CP IMS an advantage. • Experience in the monitoring and evaluation of international development projects or one year relevant experience combined with an advanced degree in statistics, public policy, economics, or a related field. • Experience in strategic planning and performance measurement, indicator selection, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis methodologies, database management, and familiarity with impact evaluation or similar research methodologies. Knowledge of the Government Performance and Results Act (GPRA) is preferred. • Consideration will be given to candidates with additional years of experience working with government ministries to strengthen institutional capacity in data collection. • Knowledge of exploitive child labor issues, particularly the special education needs of children removed from exploitative child labor when they enter/return to school, and/or have experience working with victims of child labor and their households in Tanzania is an asset. • Candidates should have strong writing and editorial skills; be able to work under pressure; and possess strong interpersonal and intercultural skills that enable them to work well with a diverse team.
• Experience managing USDOL-funded projects is preferred. • Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Kiswahili is preferred.
How to apply:
Please apply online: www.ircjobs.org or http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=8470 .
Pay for Performance, Program Manager
Since 2002, the Clinton Health Access Initiative, CHAI (formerly the Clinton HIV/AIDS Initiative), has been assisting developing countries in implementing large-scale, integrated HIV care, treatment, and prevention programs. CHAI is currently active in Africa, the Caribbean, Asia, and Eastern Europe. In support of national HIV/AIDS programs, CHAI provides technical assistance, mobilizes human and financial resources, and facilitates the sharing of best practices across projects. CHAI has also negotiated agreements with leading pharmaceutical companies that have lowered the cost of HIV/AIDS and malaria diagnostics and treatment in the developing world by 30-90%. Our ultimate objectives are to make high-quality HIV/AIDS and malaria care and treatment available to all who need it, and to partner with governments and other stakeholders to strengthen healthcare systems and develop sustainable strategies to overcome obstacles to scale-up. CHAI is currently seeking candidates for the position of Program Manager to manage the P4P (Pay for Performance) team in Tanzania. In partnership with the Government of Tanzania, CHAI has helped design and test a results-based financing approach over the past 18 months in the Pwani Region. The goal of P4P Pilot is to accelerate the reduction of maternal, neonatal and child morbidity and mortality through improving reproductive and child health services. It also aims to increase the generation and use of health information for decision making, leading to improved health outcomes; and to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the health system through motivating health care workers to provide quality services. The program is already showing positive outcomes and discussions are on-going with regards to a national scale-up in mid-2013.
The P4P Program Manager will work hand-in-hand with the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (MOHSW) as part of the Pilot Management Team (PMT). As the head of one of our programs, he/she will also be part of CHAI Tanzania’s management team, working collaboratively with the Country Director and other Program Managers to successfully execute CHAI Tanzania’s programmatic objectives. The Program Manager’s primary report will be to the Country Director, with a secondary reporting line to CHAI’s global Director, Health Systems Strengthening. He/she will be a highly committed and results-focused individual, with strong and proven strategic and analytical skills, and exceptional written and oral communication skills targeting a broad variety of stakeholders. He/she must be a team leader and a team player, demonstrating tenacity, resourcefulness and humility working a highly entrepreneurial environment.
Responsibilities:
•Define CHAI's overall strategy within the program area, develop clear operational plans for execution, and continually identify opportunities for CHAI to add value and maximize impact •Collaborate with government at national, provincial and district levels to ensure skills transfer and government ownership, identify the most critical hurdles to scale-up, and develop innovative strategies to address them. In particular: •Provide technical and program management support to the MOHSW’s P4P Coordinator for deliverables relating to project development, planning, budgeting and reporting.
•Ensure proper coordination of P4P issues among various MOHSW units including the RCHS section, M&E section and other support units. •Support the P4P Coordinator in preparation of reports and other analytical documents related to the Pilot and its scale-up. •Assist the P4P Coordinator in preparation of documents and presentation to the P4P Advisory Committee and in following up the recommendations, advice and directions. •Provide logistical guidance for the MOHSW’s communication with all P4P stakeholders. •Provide support to the RHMT and CHMTs in implementing the Pilot and its expansion. •Liaise closely with technical partners in government to monitor and evaluate interventions against objectives and targets, bringing in technical expertise when needed to ensure rapid implementation •Develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders in government, international partners, donors and NGOs, and ensure maximum coordination of resources and effort for successful implementation and scale-up •Address implementation bottlenecks as they arise. •Manage and coach CHAI team to ensure everyone is working towards the same objectives. •Liaise with the CHAI M&E Team to support HMIS activities relevant for P4P in Pwani region. •Liaise, together with the Country Director, with relevant CHAI donors and be responsible for reporting requirements and budgets. •Support CHAI’s resource mobilization efforts in relation to this program. •Provide advice and support to other programs within CHAI Tanzania and in other countries on related health financing issues as the need arises and time permits. •Actively participate in CHAI Tanzania Program Management team to ensure successful achievement of programmatic objectives across spectrum of programs.
Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree •5+ years of working experience in the private or public sector, with increasing levels of responsibility and leadership, including direct project management experience •Excellent oral and written communication skills •Ability to work independently and effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously •High levels of proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and internet applications •Experience working/living in resource-poor settings •Demonstrated strong analytical, leadership, and problem solving skills •Proven ability to build relationships with a range of stakeholders and drive immediate results
Preferred Qualifications: •Master's degree in public health, business administration, international relations, communications, development, finance, political science, sociology or equivalent through experience •Experience working and communicating with government officials and multilateral organizations •Knowledge of global healthcare systems, health informatics, health financing. •Fluency/proficiency in local language
The P4P Program Manager will work hand-in-hand with the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (MOHSW) as part of the Pilot Management Team (PMT). As the head of one of our programs, he/she will also be part of CHAI Tanzania’s management team, working collaboratively with the Country Director and other Program Managers to successfully execute CHAI Tanzania’s programmatic objectives. The Program Manager’s primary report will be to the Country Director, with a secondary reporting line to CHAI’s global Director, Health Systems Strengthening. He/she will be a highly committed and results-focused individual, with strong and proven strategic and analytical skills, and exceptional written and oral communication skills targeting a broad variety of stakeholders. He/she must be a team leader and a team player, demonstrating tenacity, resourcefulness and humility working a highly entrepreneurial environment.
Responsibilities:
•Define CHAI's overall strategy within the program area, develop clear operational plans for execution, and continually identify opportunities for CHAI to add value and maximize impact •Collaborate with government at national, provincial and district levels to ensure skills transfer and government ownership, identify the most critical hurdles to scale-up, and develop innovative strategies to address them. In particular: •Provide technical and program management support to the MOHSW’s P4P Coordinator for deliverables relating to project development, planning, budgeting and reporting.
•Ensure proper coordination of P4P issues among various MOHSW units including the RCHS section, M&E section and other support units. •Support the P4P Coordinator in preparation of reports and other analytical documents related to the Pilot and its scale-up. •Assist the P4P Coordinator in preparation of documents and presentation to the P4P Advisory Committee and in following up the recommendations, advice and directions. •Provide logistical guidance for the MOHSW’s communication with all P4P stakeholders. •Provide support to the RHMT and CHMTs in implementing the Pilot and its expansion. •Liaise closely with technical partners in government to monitor and evaluate interventions against objectives and targets, bringing in technical expertise when needed to ensure rapid implementation •Develop strong working relationships with key stakeholders in government, international partners, donors and NGOs, and ensure maximum coordination of resources and effort for successful implementation and scale-up •Address implementation bottlenecks as they arise. •Manage and coach CHAI team to ensure everyone is working towards the same objectives. •Liaise with the CHAI M&E Team to support HMIS activities relevant for P4P in Pwani region. •Liaise, together with the Country Director, with relevant CHAI donors and be responsible for reporting requirements and budgets. •Support CHAI’s resource mobilization efforts in relation to this program. •Provide advice and support to other programs within CHAI Tanzania and in other countries on related health financing issues as the need arises and time permits. •Actively participate in CHAI Tanzania Program Management team to ensure successful achievement of programmatic objectives across spectrum of programs.
Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree •5+ years of working experience in the private or public sector, with increasing levels of responsibility and leadership, including direct project management experience •Excellent oral and written communication skills •Ability to work independently and effectively in high-pressure, fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously •High levels of proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and internet applications •Experience working/living in resource-poor settings •Demonstrated strong analytical, leadership, and problem solving skills •Proven ability to build relationships with a range of stakeholders and drive immediate results
Preferred Qualifications: •Master's degree in public health, business administration, international relations, communications, development, finance, political science, sociology or equivalent through experience •Experience working and communicating with government officials and multilateral organizations •Knowledge of global healthcare systems, health informatics, health financing. •Fluency/proficiency in local language
How to apply:
Please Apply Online at: https://careers-chai.icims.com/jobs/2892/p4p-program-manager/job
Finance Director
Finance Director
Position summary Reporting directly to the I-TECH Tanzania Deputy Country Director for Operations, the Finance Director will be responsible for management and oversight of all financial processes and procedures such as budget coordination and monitoring, cash management, financial procedures and internal controls, procurement, payroll systems, computerized accounting systems and procedures and audit management and leadership to the finance team.
General Roles and Responsibilities • Provide direct supervision to the Finance Manager and ensure the Finance team fulfills financial goals of the organization as well as establishing a strong finance team. • Provide vision, leadership and financial management within the organization • Develop recommendations to senior management for the monitoring, evaluation and improvement of all financial services and procedures • Work in close collaboration with I-TECH HQ and in-country management to coordinate budget preparations, ensuring quality control and management input. • Lead and coordinate the internal audit and annual external audit process and ensure audit compliance. • Collaborate on the development of policies and procedures for procurement and ensuring appropriate segregation of duties. • Ensure financial compliance with Fiscal policy per the Field Office Manual and GAAP and compliance with donor rules and regulations. • Oversee preparation and submission of periodic and timely financial reports to the relevant stakeholders. Qualifications • Professional Accounting qualification such as ACCA/CPA/CIMA/CA preferably with a Master’s Degree in Finance or Business Administration. • A minimum of ten years professional accounting work experience, which demonstrates increasingly responsible financial management experience preferably in an international development organization. • Minimum of 5 years of experience in working with a US donor funded program(s). • Familiarity with managing donor funded programs particularly with those that are USG funded. • Clear written and verbal communication skills, close attention to detail and ability to communicate financial and accounting information to I-TECH management in Tanzania and the Headquarters in Seattle. • Strong management and interpersonal skills required. • Proven work experience which demonstrates mastery of computerized accounting systems, particularly QUICKBOOKS • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and legally complex environment where priorities may change frequently
General Roles and Responsibilities • Provide direct supervision to the Finance Manager and ensure the Finance team fulfills financial goals of the organization as well as establishing a strong finance team. • Provide vision, leadership and financial management within the organization • Develop recommendations to senior management for the monitoring, evaluation and improvement of all financial services and procedures • Work in close collaboration with I-TECH HQ and in-country management to coordinate budget preparations, ensuring quality control and management input. • Lead and coordinate the internal audit and annual external audit process and ensure audit compliance. • Collaborate on the development of policies and procedures for procurement and ensuring appropriate segregation of duties. • Ensure financial compliance with Fiscal policy per the Field Office Manual and GAAP and compliance with donor rules and regulations. • Oversee preparation and submission of periodic and timely financial reports to the relevant stakeholders. Qualifications • Professional Accounting qualification such as ACCA/CPA/CIMA/CA preferably with a Master’s Degree in Finance or Business Administration. • A minimum of ten years professional accounting work experience, which demonstrates increasingly responsible financial management experience preferably in an international development organization. • Minimum of 5 years of experience in working with a US donor funded program(s). • Familiarity with managing donor funded programs particularly with those that are USG funded. • Clear written and verbal communication skills, close attention to detail and ability to communicate financial and accounting information to I-TECH management in Tanzania and the Headquarters in Seattle. • Strong management and interpersonal skills required. • Proven work experience which demonstrates mastery of computerized accounting systems, particularly QUICKBOOKS • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and legally complex environment where priorities may change frequently
How to apply:
Please submit your application letter and CV ONLY to Human Resources Manager via hr@itech-tanzania.org not later than October 10, 2012. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.
Programme Quality and Learning Manager - Tanzania
We are currently recruiting for a Programme Quality and Learning Manager to be based in Tanzania. The Programme Quality and Learning Manager will oversee all aspects of programme quality and learning; capturing and communicating lessons from the field to inform policy-makers and practitioners; adapting what we know works into world class research for use by others; ensuring we are using data from the field to influence decision making across the organisation; and supporting our programmes team in their quest to bringing the most innovative, impact driven programmes for young people across Tanzania. This is an ideal role for someone who is a passionate and committed manager with strong experience in programme design, development, and monitoring and evaluation frameworks within the development sector.
For more information on this role please download the full advert here and job description here. To apply please download the application form here. Completed applications should be submitted to jobstanzania@restlessdevelopment.org by Sunday 30th September 2012. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.
CHF International’s mission is to be a catalyst for long-lasting positive change in low- and moderate-income communities around the world, helping them to improve their social, economic and environmental conditions.
Child Labor Technical Specialist
CHF is seeking a Child Labor Technical Specialist for a proposed 4-year, $10 million Department of Labor-funded project to combat child labor in Tanzania. This project will reduce child labor in Tanzania through an area-based approach in geographic areas where there is a prevalence of child labor in agriculture production and domestic service. It will work with local entities and build on existing efforts to reduce the worst forms of child labor, including programs to protect orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), increase access to education and promote economic opportunities for Tanzanian households most vulnerable to the worst forms of child labor.
The Child Labor Technical Specialist is responsible for providing specialized leadership and guidance on child labor issues. Responsibilities include providing technical assistance to government agencies or units, such as the LGA and CLU and community stakeholders. S/he will work closely with local coordinators and stakeholders to develop district child labor plans.
Qualifications: •3+ years of experience in a leadership position responsible for policy development and advocacy of child protection issues, including child labor, where possible •Knowledge of policies and programs related to child labor •Experience working with civil society, including labor unions and NGOs on the issue of child labor or other labor related issues specifically targeting underserved populations •Experience providing direct technical support to the district and national government authorities •Experience in statistics and development of monitoring systems (national and/or local) •Previous experience working in Tanzania and/or East Africa •Fluency in spoken English required •Second language experience preferred; knowledge of local languages preferred but not required
How to apply:
All interested individuals are encouraged to apply through CHF's website: http://chfinternational.devhire.devex.com/jobs/326144.
For more information on this role and details on how to apply please download the full advert here and Terms of Reference here. Applications should be submitted to jobstanzania@restlessdevelopment.org by Sunday 7th October 2012 (5pm EAT). Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.
Education Specialist
CHF is seeking an Education Specialist for a proposed 4-year, $10 million Department of Labor-funded project to combat child labor in Tanzania. This project will reduce child labor in Tanzania through an area-based approach in geographic areas where there is a prevalence of child labor in agriculture production and domestic service. It will work with local entities and build on existing efforts to reduce the worst forms of child labor, including programs to protect orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), increase access to education and promote economic opportunities for Tanzanian households most vulnerable to the worst forms of child labor.
The Education Specialist will be responsible for activities designed to promote children’s access to, enrollment and completion of education and training opportunities as a means of reducing child labor. Strategies will include initial assessment of factors affecting children’s ability to access education-related services; supporting the provision of healthy learning environments for children, including steps to ensure that goods, services, schools, and other learning environments provided by, used by or sponsored by the project are safe and do not pose a threat to the well-being of project beneficiaries; and improving the quality and relevance of education for target children.
Qualifications: •3+ years of international development project experience in a leadership position responsible for developing education interventions and technical aspects related to the proposed strategy, including student assessment, teacher training, educational materials/curriculum development, educational management, and education monitoring and information systems •Significant technical experience in basic and secondary education projects •Understanding of child labor issues, including special educational needs of children removed from child labor when they enter/return to school •Experience working with vulnerable children and their households, preferably in Tanzania and/or East Africa •Experience working successfully with Ministries of Education and other government agencies, networks of educators, employers’ organizations, trade unions or comparable entities •Fluency in written and spoken English required •Second language experience preferred; knowledge of local languages preferred but not required
Consultant (Media and Visibility) - Tanzania
We are currently recruiting for a Consultant to assist the organization to communicate our unique impact in Tanzania, using a mix media approach. In line with our unique brand and strategy, we’re looking for a consultant or company that can convey our impact and role with a creative youthful edge. The Consultant will create compelling images and messages that are suitable for donor audiences and can be disseminated using TV, radio, and internet to create greater visibility for our work, and ensure that our youth constituency in Tanzania is engaged at all stages.For more information on this role and details on how to apply please download the full advert here and Terms of Reference here. Applications should be submitted to jobstanzania@restlessdevelopment.org by Sunday 7th October 2012 (5pm EAT). Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.
Education Specialist
CHF is seeking an Education Specialist for a proposed 4-year, $10 million Department of Labor-funded project to combat child labor in Tanzania. This project will reduce child labor in Tanzania through an area-based approach in geographic areas where there is a prevalence of child labor in agriculture production and domestic service. It will work with local entities and build on existing efforts to reduce the worst forms of child labor, including programs to protect orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), increase access to education and promote economic opportunities for Tanzanian households most vulnerable to the worst forms of child labor.
The Education Specialist will be responsible for activities designed to promote children’s access to, enrollment and completion of education and training opportunities as a means of reducing child labor. Strategies will include initial assessment of factors affecting children’s ability to access education-related services; supporting the provision of healthy learning environments for children, including steps to ensure that goods, services, schools, and other learning environments provided by, used by or sponsored by the project are safe and do not pose a threat to the well-being of project beneficiaries; and improving the quality and relevance of education for target children.
Qualifications: •3+ years of international development project experience in a leadership position responsible for developing education interventions and technical aspects related to the proposed strategy, including student assessment, teacher training, educational materials/curriculum development, educational management, and education monitoring and information systems •Significant technical experience in basic and secondary education projects •Understanding of child labor issues, including special educational needs of children removed from child labor when they enter/return to school •Experience working with vulnerable children and their households, preferably in Tanzania and/or East Africa •Experience working successfully with Ministries of Education and other government agencies, networks of educators, employers’ organizations, trade unions or comparable entities •Fluency in written and spoken English required •Second language experience preferred; knowledge of local languages preferred but not required
How to apply:
All interested individuals are encouraged to apply through CHF's website: http://chfinternational.devhire.devex.com/jobs/326145.
For more information on this role please download the job description here. To apply please send a CV and covering letter detailing your interest in the position to jobstanzania@restlessdeveloment.org by Sunday 16th September. Young people and women are encouraged to apply.
For more information on this role please download the job description here. To apply please send a CV and covering letter detailing your interest in the position to jobstanzania@restlessdeveloment.org by Sunday 16th September. Young people and women are encouraged to apply.
For more information on this role and details on how to apply please download the full advert here and Terms of Reference here. Applications should be submitted by e-mail to jobstanzania@restlessdevelopment.org by Sunday 7th October 2012 (5pm EAT). Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.
Livelihoods Specialist
CHF is seeking a Livelihoods Specialist for a proposed 4-year, $10 million Department of Labor-funded project to combat child labor in Tanzania. This project will reduce child labor in Tanzania through an area-based approach in geographic areas where there is a prevalence of child labor in agriculture production and domestic service. It will work with local entities and build on existing efforts to reduce the worst forms of child labor, including programs to protect orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), increase access to education and promote economic opportunities for Tanzanian households most vulnerable to the worst forms of child labor.
The Livelihoods Specialist is responsible for leading the development of sustainable livelihoods interventions for households of target children. Activities will include assessment of the most significant obstacles that keep households of working children or children at risk of child labor from achieving sustainable livelihoods without depending on child labor; strategies that address identified obstacles and provide livelihoods services to households according to their needs; strategies to link beneficiaries to existing livelihoods services or programs and assistance to beneficiaries to ensure they obtain services for which they are eligible; and strategies for actively promoting and securing the commitment and ownership of government and other local stakeholders for proposed livelihoods services in order to enhance the likelihood that effective services or models will continue beyond the life of the project.
Qualifications: •3+ years of international development project experience in a leadership position responsible for developing livelihoods interventions and the technical aspects related to proposed strategy, including skills training, micro-lending, micro-savings, employment generation, youth employment and social protection •Significant experience in projects promoting livelihoods interventions •Understanding of child labor issues, including youth employment •Experience working successfully with government agencies and private organizations engaged in promoting improved livelihoods for households and the provision of social protection services •Experience working with employers’ organizations, trade unions or other civil society organizations •Experience in Tanzania and/or East Africa •Fluency in written and spoken English required •Second language experience preferred; knowledge of local languages preferred but not required
Finance and Audit Advisor (Voluntary) - Tanzania
We are currently recruiting for a Finance and Audit Advisor to provide oversight, guidance and support to Restless Development Tanzania on our National Board. The Finance and Audit Advisor will working closely with the Chair, Director and Management Committee and will participate in quarterly national board meetings, and support the board to achieve it’s objectives in support of the organisation. This is an ideal position for anyone who is a practising or recently retired qualified auditor or management accountant with audit expertise from an accredited body.For more information on this role please download the job description here. To apply please send a CV and covering letter detailing your interest in the position to jobstanzania@restlessdeveloment.org by Sunday 16th September. Young people and women are encouraged to apply.
Legal Advisor (Voluntary) - Tanzania
We are currently recruiting for a Legal Advisor to provide oversight, guidance and support to Restless Development Tanzania on our National Board. The Legal Advisor will working closely with the Chair, Director and Management Committee and will participate in quarterly national board meetings, and support the board to achieve it’s objectives in support of the organisation. This is an ideal role for anyone who is a practising or recently retired qualified lawyer from an accredited body, and passionate about youth development as well as take an interest in contemporary development issuesFor more information on this role please download the job description here. To apply please send a CV and covering letter detailing your interest in the position to jobstanzania@restlessdeveloment.org by Sunday 16th September. Young people and women are encouraged to apply.
Research Consultant (State of Youth) - Tanzania
We are currently recruiting for a Research Consultant to lead our ‘state of the youth research 2012’ in Tanzania. This is our second annual youth-led position paper and publication on young people and civic participation, livelihoods and employment and sexual and reproductive health and rights.This study will seek to generate the evidence of progress and/or lack of it on key indicators for youth development in Tanzania. This is an ideal role for someone with a proven track record in conducting researches and developing products that meet international standards of researches and evaluations.For more information on this role and details on how to apply please download the full advert here and Terms of Reference here. Applications should be submitted by e-mail to jobstanzania@restlessdevelopment.org by Sunday 7th October 2012 (5pm EAT). Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.
Livelihoods Specialist
CHF is seeking a Livelihoods Specialist for a proposed 4-year, $10 million Department of Labor-funded project to combat child labor in Tanzania. This project will reduce child labor in Tanzania through an area-based approach in geographic areas where there is a prevalence of child labor in agriculture production and domestic service. It will work with local entities and build on existing efforts to reduce the worst forms of child labor, including programs to protect orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), increase access to education and promote economic opportunities for Tanzanian households most vulnerable to the worst forms of child labor.
The Livelihoods Specialist is responsible for leading the development of sustainable livelihoods interventions for households of target children. Activities will include assessment of the most significant obstacles that keep households of working children or children at risk of child labor from achieving sustainable livelihoods without depending on child labor; strategies that address identified obstacles and provide livelihoods services to households according to their needs; strategies to link beneficiaries to existing livelihoods services or programs and assistance to beneficiaries to ensure they obtain services for which they are eligible; and strategies for actively promoting and securing the commitment and ownership of government and other local stakeholders for proposed livelihoods services in order to enhance the likelihood that effective services or models will continue beyond the life of the project.
Qualifications: •3+ years of international development project experience in a leadership position responsible for developing livelihoods interventions and the technical aspects related to proposed strategy, including skills training, micro-lending, micro-savings, employment generation, youth employment and social protection •Significant experience in projects promoting livelihoods interventions •Understanding of child labor issues, including youth employment •Experience working successfully with government agencies and private organizations engaged in promoting improved livelihoods for households and the provision of social protection services •Experience working with employers’ organizations, trade unions or other civil society organizations •Experience in Tanzania and/or East Africa •Fluency in written and spoken English required •Second language experience preferred; knowledge of local languages preferred but not required
How to apply:
All interested individuals are encouraged to apply through CHF's website: http://chfinternational.devhire.devex.com/jobs/326146.
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
CHF is seeking a Monitoring and Evaluation Officer for a proposed 4-year, $10 million Department of Labor-funded project to combat child labor in Tanzania. This project will reduce child labor in Tanzania through an area-based approach in geographic areas where there is a prevalence of child labor in agriculture production and domestic service. It will work with local entities and build on existing efforts to reduce the worst forms of child labor, including programs to protect orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), increase access to education and promote economic opportunities for Tanzanian households most vulnerable to the worst forms of child labor.
The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will be responsible for the principle monitoring and evaluation activities of the program. In particular, s/he will be responsible for implementing and updating the Performance Management Plan to ensure consistent data collection and management; managing the data collection process to include schedules, logistics and methodologies in coordination with dad collection teams and consultants; analyzing and interpreting qualitative and quantitative data; reporting on activities, accomplishments and results for USDOL deliverables; and ensuring that lessons learned influence future program selection, design and implementation. The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will also act as the liaison and point of contact between the project and a USDOL external evaluation contractor.
Qualifications: •3+ years of experience in a leadership position responsible for implementing project monitoring and evaluation activities, including DBMS •Experience in the monitoring and evaluation of international development projects or one year of monitoring and evaluation experience combined with an advanced degree in statistics, public policy, economics, or a relation field •Experience in strategic planning and performance measurement, indicator selection, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis methodologies, database management, and familiarity with impact evaluation or similar research methodologies; knowledge of GPRA preferred •Additional desired experience monitoring and evaluation child and forced labor reduction programs; experience with data collection from private firms; experience with data collection in agricultural supply chains, including at the farm level •Fluency in spoken English required •Second language experience preferred; knowledge of local languages preferred but not required
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
CHF is seeking a Monitoring and Evaluation Officer for a proposed 4-year, $10 million Department of Labor-funded project to combat child labor in Tanzania. This project will reduce child labor in Tanzania through an area-based approach in geographic areas where there is a prevalence of child labor in agriculture production and domestic service. It will work with local entities and build on existing efforts to reduce the worst forms of child labor, including programs to protect orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), increase access to education and promote economic opportunities for Tanzanian households most vulnerable to the worst forms of child labor.
The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will be responsible for the principle monitoring and evaluation activities of the program. In particular, s/he will be responsible for implementing and updating the Performance Management Plan to ensure consistent data collection and management; managing the data collection process to include schedules, logistics and methodologies in coordination with dad collection teams and consultants; analyzing and interpreting qualitative and quantitative data; reporting on activities, accomplishments and results for USDOL deliverables; and ensuring that lessons learned influence future program selection, design and implementation. The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer will also act as the liaison and point of contact between the project and a USDOL external evaluation contractor.
Qualifications: •3+ years of experience in a leadership position responsible for implementing project monitoring and evaluation activities, including DBMS •Experience in the monitoring and evaluation of international development projects or one year of monitoring and evaluation experience combined with an advanced degree in statistics, public policy, economics, or a relation field •Experience in strategic planning and performance measurement, indicator selection, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis methodologies, database management, and familiarity with impact evaluation or similar research methodologies; knowledge of GPRA preferred •Additional desired experience monitoring and evaluation child and forced labor reduction programs; experience with data collection from private firms; experience with data collection in agricultural supply chains, including at the farm level •Fluency in spoken English required •Second language experience preferred; knowledge of local languages preferred but not required
How to apply:
All interested individuals are encouraged to apply through CHF's website: http://chfinternational.devhire.devex.com/jobs/326147
Chief of Party/Project Director
CHF is seeking a Chief of Party/Project Director for a proposed 4-year, $10 million Department of Labor-funded project to combat child labor in Tanzania. This project will reduce child labor in Tanzania through an area-based approach in geographic areas where there is a prevalence of child labor in agriculture production and domestic service. It will work with local entities and build on existing efforts to reduce the worst forms of child labor, including programs to protect orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), increase access to education and promote economic opportunities for Tanzanian households most vulnerable to the worst forms of child labor.
The Project Director will provide overall leadership and technical direction for the project; oversee planning, implementation and management of the project; serve as key liaison with the donor, host government, and implementing partners; and ensure proper reporting, financial management and compliance.
Qualifications: •Advanced degree in education, international development, or a related field required •5+ years of international development program management experience on similarly sized multi-year US government-funded projects in the position of Chief of Party/Project Director; demonstrated knowledge and use of program design, management, and project monitoring tools •Experience and familiarity with USDOL policies, procedures, and requirements •Ability to maintain strong working relationships with all project stakeholders, including coalition building and promotion of public-private partnerships •Significant technical experience in the areas of child labor; additional technical experience in education, livelihoods, social protection, institutional capacity building, and/or other relevant fields •Prior experience in Tanzania and/or regional experience in East Africa •Fluency in written and spoken English required •Second language experience preferred; knowledge of local languages preferred but not required
Chief of Party/Project Director
CHF is seeking a Chief of Party/Project Director for a proposed 4-year, $10 million Department of Labor-funded project to combat child labor in Tanzania. This project will reduce child labor in Tanzania through an area-based approach in geographic areas where there is a prevalence of child labor in agriculture production and domestic service. It will work with local entities and build on existing efforts to reduce the worst forms of child labor, including programs to protect orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), increase access to education and promote economic opportunities for Tanzanian households most vulnerable to the worst forms of child labor.
The Project Director will provide overall leadership and technical direction for the project; oversee planning, implementation and management of the project; serve as key liaison with the donor, host government, and implementing partners; and ensure proper reporting, financial management and compliance.
Qualifications: •Advanced degree in education, international development, or a related field required •5+ years of international development program management experience on similarly sized multi-year US government-funded projects in the position of Chief of Party/Project Director; demonstrated knowledge and use of program design, management, and project monitoring tools •Experience and familiarity with USDOL policies, procedures, and requirements •Ability to maintain strong working relationships with all project stakeholders, including coalition building and promotion of public-private partnerships •Significant technical experience in the areas of child labor; additional technical experience in education, livelihoods, social protection, institutional capacity building, and/or other relevant fields •Prior experience in Tanzania and/or regional experience in East Africa •Fluency in written and spoken English required •Second language experience preferred; knowledge of local languages preferred but not required
How to apply:
All interested individuals are encouraged to apply through CHF's website: http://chfinternational.devhire.devex.com/jobs/326143.
Cooperative Legal Specialist, Tanzania
We are currently seeking a Legal Specialist to provide short-term technical assistance on the USAID-funded Cooperative Development Program (CDP), funded by USAID. Through CDP, ACDI/VOCA and Land O’Lakes, Inc. (LOL) will assess the legal environment for cooperatives in Tanzania. Using the CLARITY diagnostic framework (http://www.ocdc.coop/clarity.html), an assessment tool designed by the Overseas Cooperative Development Organization (OCDC), the consultant will analyze Tanzanian cooperative law. The analysis is intended to identify both strengths and barriers in law that affect the success of cooperative development. The consultant will work closely with a U.S.-based legal counterpart on this joint-assessment. A critical component of this assignment will be the communication and collaboration with the U.S. counterpart, LOL and ACDI/VOCA in order to work through the CLARITY scorecard process and then prepare the analysis document.
Responsibilities: • Conduct background reading on the CLARITY process and Tanzania cooperatives • Participate in an initial call with the CLARITY team to discuss methods and communication strategy • Hold meetings and frequent communication with Tanzanian stakeholders to explain the CLARITY process and encourage their buy-in on the findings
• Analyze Tanzanian cooperative law through the CLARITY scorecard, communicating regularly with U.S.-based legal specialist to gather needed input and to share analysis • Continually refine initial analysis based on ongoing conversations • Complete the scorecard analysis jointly with U.S. counterpart • Submit final report that includes the scorecard, scorecard analysis, and documentation of the steps to completion • Optional, if organized: Participate in workshop with Tanzanian stakeholders, government officials, and international organizations to present assessment results and suggest future action
Qualifications: • Law Degree and experience with Tanzanian law, preferably with co-operative law • Experience conducting legal analysis in an international context • Expertise in the cooperative model, and previous experience conducting evaluations of the cooperative environment • Excellent communication and cross-cultural skills • Ability to access and make available the appropriate laws policy documents for the analysis
Cooperative Legal Specialist, Tanzania
We are currently seeking a Legal Specialist to provide short-term technical assistance on the USAID-funded Cooperative Development Program (CDP), funded by USAID. Through CDP, ACDI/VOCA and Land O’Lakes, Inc. (LOL) will assess the legal environment for cooperatives in Tanzania. Using the CLARITY diagnostic framework (http://www.ocdc.coop/clarity.html), an assessment tool designed by the Overseas Cooperative Development Organization (OCDC), the consultant will analyze Tanzanian cooperative law. The analysis is intended to identify both strengths and barriers in law that affect the success of cooperative development. The consultant will work closely with a U.S.-based legal counterpart on this joint-assessment. A critical component of this assignment will be the communication and collaboration with the U.S. counterpart, LOL and ACDI/VOCA in order to work through the CLARITY scorecard process and then prepare the analysis document.
Responsibilities: • Conduct background reading on the CLARITY process and Tanzania cooperatives • Participate in an initial call with the CLARITY team to discuss methods and communication strategy • Hold meetings and frequent communication with Tanzanian stakeholders to explain the CLARITY process and encourage their buy-in on the findings
• Analyze Tanzanian cooperative law through the CLARITY scorecard, communicating regularly with U.S.-based legal specialist to gather needed input and to share analysis • Continually refine initial analysis based on ongoing conversations • Complete the scorecard analysis jointly with U.S. counterpart • Submit final report that includes the scorecard, scorecard analysis, and documentation of the steps to completion • Optional, if organized: Participate in workshop with Tanzanian stakeholders, government officials, and international organizations to present assessment results and suggest future action
Qualifications: • Law Degree and experience with Tanzanian law, preferably with co-operative law • Experience conducting legal analysis in an international context • Expertise in the cooperative model, and previous experience conducting evaluations of the cooperative environment • Excellent communication and cross-cultural skills • Ability to access and make available the appropriate laws policy documents for the analysis
How to apply:
To be considered for this recruitment, please submit a resume to http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E55568361D43515B7E59192F7756186902627B4D. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE.
Project Director
Project Director
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The IRC leads the way from harm to home.
I. Background
The International Rescue Committee seeks an experienced Project Director to lead a proposed 4-year, $10 million program to combat exploitive child labor in Tanzania. The US Department of Labor (USDOL) solicitation seeks to fund technical assistance project(s) to reduce child labor through an area-based approach in geographic areas where there is a prevalence of child labor in agriculture production and domestic service. The project will work with local entities and build on existing efforts to reduce the worst forms of child labor, including programs to protect orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), increase access to education and promote economic opportunities for Tanzanian households most vulnerable to the worst forms of child labor. Project interventions must address the following areas: a) promote children’s access to, enrollment, retention and completion of education and training opportunities; b) promote improved livelihoods for households of target children; c) promote youth employment; d) work with government structures to support implementation of policies and strengthen institutional capacity; e) raise awareness about child labor in the agriculture and domestic labor sectors; f) support research, evaluation and collection of reliable data on child labor; and g) promote transparency, accountability and sustainability of efforts to combat child labor. This position is contingent on IRC being awarded the cooperative agreement.
II. Responsibilities
The Project Director will be responsible for overall project management, supervision, administration, and implementation of the requirements of the cooperative agreement. He/she will:
• Be responsible for the overall management, planning, and coordination of the project; • Establish and maintain systems for project operations; • Ensure that all cooperative agreement deadlines are met and that targets are achieved; • Maintain working relationships with project stakeholders, including USDOL and government counterparts; • Provide creative leadership in identifying opportunities to enhance project impact through linkages with the private sector, the youth sector, and potential partners in Tanzania; • Oversee the preparation and submission of technical and financial reports to USDOL; • Actively participate in child protection and child labor-related implementation meetings and policy discussions; • Maintain working relationships with all project stakeholders, including advocacy, coalition building and public-private partnerships promotion; • Manage project staff and monitor work of IRC partners.
This position reports to the Country Director.
III. Qualifications
Individuals should hold a Master’s Degree or higher in education, development studies, economics, livelihoods or related fields and possess a minimum of five years of professional experience including three years of professional experience in a leadership role in implementation of complex basic education, technical education or youth livelihoods’ programs in developing countries. The successful candidate will have experience in: sustainable livelihoods; education policy; improving educational quality and access; educational assessment of disadvantaged students; development of community participation in the improvement of basic education for disadvantaged students; and monitoring and evaluation of basic education projects. Consideration will be given to candidates with additional years of experience working with officials of ministries of education and/or labor.
Candidates must also have knowledge of exploitive child labor issues, and experience in the development of transitional, formal, and/or non-formal vocational education and training of young people removed from exploitive child labor and/or victims of the worst forms of child labor. Experience managing USDOL-funded projects and understanding of DOL regulations is preferred.
Candidates should have significant budget management experience; strong writing and editorial skills; be able to work under pressure; and possess strong interpersonal and intercultural skills that enable them to work well with a diverse team. Experience in Africa a must, and experienced in Tanzania a plus. Fluency in English is required and knowledge of Kiswahili is preferred.
I. Background
The International Rescue Committee seeks an experienced Project Director to lead a proposed 4-year, $10 million program to combat exploitive child labor in Tanzania. The US Department of Labor (USDOL) solicitation seeks to fund technical assistance project(s) to reduce child labor through an area-based approach in geographic areas where there is a prevalence of child labor in agriculture production and domestic service. The project will work with local entities and build on existing efforts to reduce the worst forms of child labor, including programs to protect orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), increase access to education and promote economic opportunities for Tanzanian households most vulnerable to the worst forms of child labor. Project interventions must address the following areas: a) promote children’s access to, enrollment, retention and completion of education and training opportunities; b) promote improved livelihoods for households of target children; c) promote youth employment; d) work with government structures to support implementation of policies and strengthen institutional capacity; e) raise awareness about child labor in the agriculture and domestic labor sectors; f) support research, evaluation and collection of reliable data on child labor; and g) promote transparency, accountability and sustainability of efforts to combat child labor. This position is contingent on IRC being awarded the cooperative agreement.
II. Responsibilities
The Project Director will be responsible for overall project management, supervision, administration, and implementation of the requirements of the cooperative agreement. He/she will:
• Be responsible for the overall management, planning, and coordination of the project; • Establish and maintain systems for project operations; • Ensure that all cooperative agreement deadlines are met and that targets are achieved; • Maintain working relationships with project stakeholders, including USDOL and government counterparts; • Provide creative leadership in identifying opportunities to enhance project impact through linkages with the private sector, the youth sector, and potential partners in Tanzania; • Oversee the preparation and submission of technical and financial reports to USDOL; • Actively participate in child protection and child labor-related implementation meetings and policy discussions; • Maintain working relationships with all project stakeholders, including advocacy, coalition building and public-private partnerships promotion; • Manage project staff and monitor work of IRC partners.
This position reports to the Country Director.
III. Qualifications
Individuals should hold a Master’s Degree or higher in education, development studies, economics, livelihoods or related fields and possess a minimum of five years of professional experience including three years of professional experience in a leadership role in implementation of complex basic education, technical education or youth livelihoods’ programs in developing countries. The successful candidate will have experience in: sustainable livelihoods; education policy; improving educational quality and access; educational assessment of disadvantaged students; development of community participation in the improvement of basic education for disadvantaged students; and monitoring and evaluation of basic education projects. Consideration will be given to candidates with additional years of experience working with officials of ministries of education and/or labor.
Candidates must also have knowledge of exploitive child labor issues, and experience in the development of transitional, formal, and/or non-formal vocational education and training of young people removed from exploitive child labor and/or victims of the worst forms of child labor. Experience managing USDOL-funded projects and understanding of DOL regulations is preferred.
Candidates should have significant budget management experience; strong writing and editorial skills; be able to work under pressure; and possess strong interpersonal and intercultural skills that enable them to work well with a diverse team. Experience in Africa a must, and experienced in Tanzania a plus. Fluency in English is required and knowledge of Kiswahili is preferred.
How to apply:
Please apply online: www.ircjobs.org or http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=8447 .
Livelihoods Specialist
The International Rescue Committee seeks an experienced Livelihoods Specialist to provide technical leadership for a proposed 4-year, $10 million program to combat exploitive child labor in Tanzania. The US Department of Labor (USDOL) solicitation seeks to fund technical assistance project(s) to reduce child labor through an area-based approach in geographic areas where there is a prevalence of child labor in agriculture production and domestic service. The project will work with local entities and build on existing efforts to reduce the worst forms of child labor, including programs to protect orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), increase access to education and promote economic opportunities for Tanzanian households most vulnerable to the worst forms of child labor. Project interventions must address the following areas: a) promote children’s access to, enrollment, retention and completion of education and training opportunities; b) promote improved livelihoods for households of target children; c) promote youth employment; d) work with government structures to support implementation of policies and strengthen institutional capacity; e) raise awareness about child labor in the agriculture and domestic labor sectors; f) support research, evaluation and collection of reliable data on child labor; and g) promote transparency, accountability and sustainability of efforts to combat child labor. This position is contingent on IRC being awarded the cooperative agreement.
II. Responsibilities
The Livelihoods Specialist will be responsible for:
• Providing technical support, training and guidance on best practices to the proposed project as related to sustainable livelihoods and youth employment interventions; • Ensuring the quality and relevance of the project’s livelihoods activities to promote the sustainable reduction of child labor and safe and productive employment for young people of working age within the target geographic areas;
• Working with the project team, including partner staff, and others to ensure that all interventions take into account the holistic needs and capabilities of conflict-affected youth and support their protection and development; • Supporting the establishment of, or strengthening of, non-formal or functional literacy and numeracy programs, technical vocational education, livelihood and enterprise development opportunities, that provide targeted support and opportunities to youth; • Providing technical support in the design, monitoring and evaluation of activities aimed at the economic strengthening of households and communities to reduce reliance on child labor; • Ensuring that in all interventions, there will be an explicit inclusion and expectation of promoting the active engagement of youth at all stages of the project cycle, and building leadership capacity.
This position reports to the Project Director.
III. Qualifications
Individuals are required to hold a Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s Degree preferred) or higher in economics, education, international development, or other human development related field and possess a minimum of three years progressive youth programming experience, including working with at-risk youth in especially challenging circumstances. Candidates must have a minimum of three years experience in projects promoting livelihoods interventions in developing countries in areas including skills training, micro-lending, micro-savings, microenterprise development, alternative/additional income generation, youth employment, and social protection. Previous work experience in conducting and interpreting market surveys; proven knowledge of participatory appraisal or assessment techniques; and sustainable livelihoods monitoring and evaluation tools and methods are highly desirable. Consideration will be given to candidates with additional years of experience working with ministries of labor, employers’ organizations, and trade union representatives or comparable entities. Candidates must have experience in the development of transitional, formal, and vocational education and training for young people in conflict-affected settings. Candidates should have strong writing and editorial skills; be able to work under pressure; and possess strong interpersonal and intercultural skills that enable them to work well with a diverse team. Experience managing USDOL-funded projects is preferred.
Fluency of English is required. Knowledge of Kiswahili is preferred.
Livelihoods Specialist
The International Rescue Committee seeks an experienced Livelihoods Specialist to provide technical leadership for a proposed 4-year, $10 million program to combat exploitive child labor in Tanzania. The US Department of Labor (USDOL) solicitation seeks to fund technical assistance project(s) to reduce child labor through an area-based approach in geographic areas where there is a prevalence of child labor in agriculture production and domestic service. The project will work with local entities and build on existing efforts to reduce the worst forms of child labor, including programs to protect orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), increase access to education and promote economic opportunities for Tanzanian households most vulnerable to the worst forms of child labor. Project interventions must address the following areas: a) promote children’s access to, enrollment, retention and completion of education and training opportunities; b) promote improved livelihoods for households of target children; c) promote youth employment; d) work with government structures to support implementation of policies and strengthen institutional capacity; e) raise awareness about child labor in the agriculture and domestic labor sectors; f) support research, evaluation and collection of reliable data on child labor; and g) promote transparency, accountability and sustainability of efforts to combat child labor. This position is contingent on IRC being awarded the cooperative agreement.
II. Responsibilities
The Livelihoods Specialist will be responsible for:
• Providing technical support, training and guidance on best practices to the proposed project as related to sustainable livelihoods and youth employment interventions; • Ensuring the quality and relevance of the project’s livelihoods activities to promote the sustainable reduction of child labor and safe and productive employment for young people of working age within the target geographic areas;
• Working with the project team, including partner staff, and others to ensure that all interventions take into account the holistic needs and capabilities of conflict-affected youth and support their protection and development; • Supporting the establishment of, or strengthening of, non-formal or functional literacy and numeracy programs, technical vocational education, livelihood and enterprise development opportunities, that provide targeted support and opportunities to youth; • Providing technical support in the design, monitoring and evaluation of activities aimed at the economic strengthening of households and communities to reduce reliance on child labor; • Ensuring that in all interventions, there will be an explicit inclusion and expectation of promoting the active engagement of youth at all stages of the project cycle, and building leadership capacity.
This position reports to the Project Director.
III. Qualifications
Individuals are required to hold a Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s Degree preferred) or higher in economics, education, international development, or other human development related field and possess a minimum of three years progressive youth programming experience, including working with at-risk youth in especially challenging circumstances. Candidates must have a minimum of three years experience in projects promoting livelihoods interventions in developing countries in areas including skills training, micro-lending, micro-savings, microenterprise development, alternative/additional income generation, youth employment, and social protection. Previous work experience in conducting and interpreting market surveys; proven knowledge of participatory appraisal or assessment techniques; and sustainable livelihoods monitoring and evaluation tools and methods are highly desirable. Consideration will be given to candidates with additional years of experience working with ministries of labor, employers’ organizations, and trade union representatives or comparable entities. Candidates must have experience in the development of transitional, formal, and vocational education and training for young people in conflict-affected settings. Candidates should have strong writing and editorial skills; be able to work under pressure; and possess strong interpersonal and intercultural skills that enable them to work well with a diverse team. Experience managing USDOL-funded projects is preferred.
Fluency of English is required. Knowledge of Kiswahili is preferred.
How to apply:
Please apply online: www.ircjobs.org or http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=8449 .
Education Specialist
The International Rescue Committee seeks an experienced Education Specialist to provide technical leadership for a proposed 4-year, $10 million program to combat exploitive child labor in Tanzania. The US Department of Labor (USDOL) solicitation seeks to fund technical assistance project(s) to reduce child labor through an area-based approach in geographic areas where there is a prevalence of child labor in agriculture production and domestic service. The project will work with local entities and build on existing efforts to reduce the worst forms of child labor, including programs to protect orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), increase access to education and promote economic opportunities for Tanzanian households most vulnerable to the worst forms of child labor. Project interventions must address the following areas: a) promote children’s access to, enrollment, retention and completion of education and training opportunities; b) promote improved livelihoods for households of target children; c) promote youth employment; d) work with government structures to support implementation of policies and strengthen institutional capacity; e) raise awareness about child labor in the agriculture and domestic labor sectors; f) support research, evaluation and collection of reliable data on child labor; and g) promote transparency, accountability and sustainability of efforts to combat child labor. This position is contingent on IRC being awarded the cooperative agreement.
II. Responsibilities
The Education Specialist will be responsible for the implementation of the technical aspects of the project related to education interventions, in collaboration with the Project Director. He/she will:
• Design the needs assessment of learning environments and project action plan within 12 months of grant award in coordination with the Project Director; • Ensure that proposed interventions/activities are based on accepted best practices; • Train project staff; • Monitor program performance in meeting established objectives, redesigning initiatives as appropriate; • Liaise with technical specialists of partner organizations and government agencies; • Development of multisectoral partnerships and networks; • Plan and implement teacher training initiatives; • Develop and field-test learning materials designed to improve education quality; • Develop and/or refine pre-vocational and vocational training curriculums; • Plan and implement policy workshops for project stakeholders (national institutions involved in education and labor issues); • Prepare narrative reports for submission to Project Director; • Ensure activities implemented as per established project framework; • Track project budget and field expenditures.
This position reports to the Project Director.
III. Qualifications
Individuals are required to hold a Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s Degree preferred) or higher in education and possess a minimum of three years of progressively responsible professional experience in managing the technical implementation of complex basic education programs in developing countries. The successful candidate will have experience in: student assessment, teacher training, educational materials and curriculum development, educational management, basic and secondary education projects, and educational monitoring and information systems. Consideration will be given to candidates with additional years of experience working with ministries of education, networks of educators, employer’s organizations and trade union representatives or comparable entities. Candidates must also have knowledge of exploitive child labor issues, particularly the special education needs of children removed from exploitative child labor when they enter/return to school, and/or have experience working with victims of child labor and their households in Tanzania. Candidates should have strong writing and editorial skills; be able to work under pressure; and possess strong interpersonal and intercultural skills that enable them to work well with a diverse team. Experience managing USDOL-funded projects is preferred.
Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Kiswahili is preferred.
Education Specialist
The International Rescue Committee seeks an experienced Education Specialist to provide technical leadership for a proposed 4-year, $10 million program to combat exploitive child labor in Tanzania. The US Department of Labor (USDOL) solicitation seeks to fund technical assistance project(s) to reduce child labor through an area-based approach in geographic areas where there is a prevalence of child labor in agriculture production and domestic service. The project will work with local entities and build on existing efforts to reduce the worst forms of child labor, including programs to protect orphans and vulnerable children (OVC), increase access to education and promote economic opportunities for Tanzanian households most vulnerable to the worst forms of child labor. Project interventions must address the following areas: a) promote children’s access to, enrollment, retention and completion of education and training opportunities; b) promote improved livelihoods for households of target children; c) promote youth employment; d) work with government structures to support implementation of policies and strengthen institutional capacity; e) raise awareness about child labor in the agriculture and domestic labor sectors; f) support research, evaluation and collection of reliable data on child labor; and g) promote transparency, accountability and sustainability of efforts to combat child labor. This position is contingent on IRC being awarded the cooperative agreement.
II. Responsibilities
The Education Specialist will be responsible for the implementation of the technical aspects of the project related to education interventions, in collaboration with the Project Director. He/she will:
• Design the needs assessment of learning environments and project action plan within 12 months of grant award in coordination with the Project Director; • Ensure that proposed interventions/activities are based on accepted best practices; • Train project staff; • Monitor program performance in meeting established objectives, redesigning initiatives as appropriate; • Liaise with technical specialists of partner organizations and government agencies; • Development of multisectoral partnerships and networks; • Plan and implement teacher training initiatives; • Develop and field-test learning materials designed to improve education quality; • Develop and/or refine pre-vocational and vocational training curriculums; • Plan and implement policy workshops for project stakeholders (national institutions involved in education and labor issues); • Prepare narrative reports for submission to Project Director; • Ensure activities implemented as per established project framework; • Track project budget and field expenditures.
This position reports to the Project Director.
III. Qualifications
Individuals are required to hold a Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s Degree preferred) or higher in education and possess a minimum of three years of progressively responsible professional experience in managing the technical implementation of complex basic education programs in developing countries. The successful candidate will have experience in: student assessment, teacher training, educational materials and curriculum development, educational management, basic and secondary education projects, and educational monitoring and information systems. Consideration will be given to candidates with additional years of experience working with ministries of education, networks of educators, employer’s organizations and trade union representatives or comparable entities. Candidates must also have knowledge of exploitive child labor issues, particularly the special education needs of children removed from exploitative child labor when they enter/return to school, and/or have experience working with victims of child labor and their households in Tanzania. Candidates should have strong writing and editorial skills; be able to work under pressure; and possess strong interpersonal and intercultural skills that enable them to work well with a diverse team. Experience managing USDOL-funded projects is preferred.
Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Kiswahili is preferred.
How to apply:
Please apply online: www.ircjobs.org or http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=IRC&cws=1&rid=8448 .
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