Job Title: Community Development Facilitator (Ifakara)
Employer: Plan International
Duty Station: Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Application Deadline: 30 Jan 2015
Job Description:
Duties:
• Facilitate the communities and other stakeholders in resource mobilization.
• Facilitates effective participation of children, families, communities and stakeholders in program activities
• To facilitate communities in the design, implementation and monitoring of community managed projects in line with the CCCD agenda.
• Establish good working .relations with children, families, community leadership, community based organizations (CBOs), government extension staff and other stakeholders at ward and village levels
• Create community awareness and the community volunteer on development education and communication.
• Facilitate the process of community reflections and project effectiveness.
• Facilitate meaningful dialogue between children, families, communities and sponsors using Plan's sponsorship and development communication mechanism and tools.
• To carry out regular home visits to all sponsored families
• Promote and facilitate child rights based programming at field level.
• promote and abide by internal policies and procedures including but not limited to: Child Protection Policy; Code of Conduct; mandatory reporting responsibility
• Ensures that the Ward and Village Child Protection Committees are fully functional.
• All partners and relevant others, including children and communities, are trained, sign and . have access to the child protection policy (and other relevant documents such as the Code of
• Conduct), are aware of its contents and clear about the responsibilities it places on them.
• To develop and submit to the PUM monihly progress and status reports, Projects Outlines with budgets and annual action plans
• To monitor progress of project expenditures and submit budget modification request to the PUM
• To mainstream 'gender ,programming in all Plan' business at the community level.
Skills specific to the post
• Excellent communication, community mobilization, problem solving and advanced facilitation skills
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment
• Proficient in computer, team building and good interpersonal skills
Qualifications and experience:
• Degree in Community Development, Development studies, Business, Sociology or/with specialized expertise in education, health, livelihood, water and sanitation.
• Ability to ride a motorbike
• At least 1 year working experience in a similar role with a good awareness of current issues in the field of development, and familiarity with children's issues in particular
• Experience in an NGO environment would be an added advantage.
How to Apply:
Plan Tanzania is an equal opportunity employer. Interested and qualified internal candidates are invited to send their applications enclosing detailed curriculum vitae, certificate copies of relevant education and professional qualifications together with names of three referees, and their contact. Therefore all applications should 'be sent to undersigned or through APPLY NOW below not later than 30th January 2015.
Country Human Resources Manager
Plan International Tanzania
Central Technology Building (CT House)
Plot # 96, Mikocheni Light Industrial Area ..
Off. New Bagamoyo road next to TBC
P. O. Box 3517
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Showing posts with label Community development Jobs. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Community development Jobs. Show all posts
Monday 19 January 2015
District Sanitation and Hygiene Coordinator Careers at Plan International in Tanzania
Job Title: District Sanitation and Hygiene Coordinator
Employer: Plan International
Duty Station: Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Application Deadline: 30 Jan 2015
Job Description:
Duties:
• Ensure Program implementation ,supervision and management and enhance the delivery of the program
• Serve as the main point of contact with program partners at District
• Level (local NGO and District Government)
• Supervise and coordinate partner activities in relation to the Program and continue to assess, support and evaluate all program partners during project implementation
• Write end of year and quarterly narrative Program reports for donor and validate against associated financial reports
• Responsible for budget control by track program spending
• Provide timely and regular updates in M&E systems, deviations and take corrective action as needed
• Organize and conduct training and orientation to partners on sanitation and hygiene approaches before their field implementation
• Focus on the capacity building needs in the communities and support the partners to be able to provide the requires training and support to the communities
• Strengthens and institutionalizes corporate monitoring systems and tools at the District level for effective management of outcomes and results
• Collection, sharing and dissemination of program learning are at District level and at National level through reporting to the line manager.
Skills Specific to the post:
• Strong analytical ,negotiating ,facilitating ,problem solving and influencing skills
• Strong team working skills and commitment to continuous learning
• Proficient in use of relevant corporate applications
• Cultural sensitivity i.e. building and working effectively within a diverse working environment
• Able to work with complexity and ambiguity
Qualifications and Experience:
• Education -University degree in water /environmental sanitation /community development /social science /development studies;
• Masters level will be added advantage
• Training -key exposure to courses on: partnership management; project management ;Human Rights'. Convention s e.g. CRC;
• Monitoring and Evaluation; and various Water ,Sanitation and
• Hygiene interventions approaches in developing countries
• Skills and experience on Community Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) and Sanitation Marketing is desirable
• Experience -demonstrate experience in community and/or international development including management experience ,including strong experience in multi-year ,large project management ,specifically involving Sanitation and Hygiene
How to Apply:
Plan Tanzania is an equal opportunity employer. Interested and qualified internal candidates are invited to send their applications enclosing detailed curriculum vitae, certificate copies of relevant education and professional qualifications together with names of three referees, and their contact. Therefore all applications should 'be sent to undersigned or through APPLY NOW below not later than 30th January 2015.
Country Human Resources Manager
Plan International Tanzania
Central Technology Building (CT House)
Plot # 96, Mikocheni Light Industrial Area ..
Off. New Bagamoyo road next to TBC
P. O. Box 3517
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Employer: Plan International
Duty Station: Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Application Deadline: 30 Jan 2015
Job Description:
Duties:
• Ensure Program implementation ,supervision and management and enhance the delivery of the program
• Serve as the main point of contact with program partners at District
• Level (local NGO and District Government)
• Supervise and coordinate partner activities in relation to the Program and continue to assess, support and evaluate all program partners during project implementation
• Write end of year and quarterly narrative Program reports for donor and validate against associated financial reports
• Responsible for budget control by track program spending
• Provide timely and regular updates in M&E systems, deviations and take corrective action as needed
• Organize and conduct training and orientation to partners on sanitation and hygiene approaches before their field implementation
• Focus on the capacity building needs in the communities and support the partners to be able to provide the requires training and support to the communities
• Strengthens and institutionalizes corporate monitoring systems and tools at the District level for effective management of outcomes and results
• Collection, sharing and dissemination of program learning are at District level and at National level through reporting to the line manager.
Skills Specific to the post:
• Strong analytical ,negotiating ,facilitating ,problem solving and influencing skills
• Strong team working skills and commitment to continuous learning
• Proficient in use of relevant corporate applications
• Cultural sensitivity i.e. building and working effectively within a diverse working environment
• Able to work with complexity and ambiguity
Qualifications and Experience:
• Education -University degree in water /environmental sanitation /community development /social science /development studies;
• Masters level will be added advantage
• Training -key exposure to courses on: partnership management; project management ;Human Rights'. Convention s e.g. CRC;
• Monitoring and Evaluation; and various Water ,Sanitation and
• Hygiene interventions approaches in developing countries
• Skills and experience on Community Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) and Sanitation Marketing is desirable
• Experience -demonstrate experience in community and/or international development including management experience ,including strong experience in multi-year ,large project management ,specifically involving Sanitation and Hygiene
How to Apply:
Plan Tanzania is an equal opportunity employer. Interested and qualified internal candidates are invited to send their applications enclosing detailed curriculum vitae, certificate copies of relevant education and professional qualifications together with names of three referees, and their contact. Therefore all applications should 'be sent to undersigned or through APPLY NOW below not later than 30th January 2015.
Country Human Resources Manager
Plan International Tanzania
Central Technology Building (CT House)
Plot # 96, Mikocheni Light Industrial Area ..
Off. New Bagamoyo road next to TBC
P. O. Box 3517
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Monday 28 October 2013
Community Mobilizer Careers at PCI in Musoma Tanzania
Job Title: Community Mobilizer
Employer: PCI
Duty Station: Musoma
Job Description:
Responsibilities:
Community Entry, Sensitization, Mobilization;
• Secure buy-in and support of key leaders in project communities including ward and village government, traditional leaders, and School Committee members through culturally appropriate and effective sensitization of the project objectives and activities
• Stimulate involvement of parents, teachers, School Committees, community leaders, and local government authorities through contributions of time, materials, participation, and other support to the project
Implementation of Project Activities
• Implement project activities to achieve project objectives in accordance with approved work plans and agreed upon modalities
• Facilitate the bringing together of schools, communities, local leaders and other stakeholders to participate in all stages of the project as well as develop community level plans for sustainability
• Link the program with stakeholders at ward and village level to ensure a high level of coordination, transparency, and sustainable support
Technical Support & Quality Assurance;
• Facilitate required trainings, supervision, follow-ups, etc. at the school and community levels in coordination with District Project Coordinators and Project Officers
• Facilitate capacity building to teachers, parents, and village leaders to effectively implement project activities, in particular the management of school feeding at the school level
• Communicate and address challenges arid concerns from the schools In coordination with project team
Commodity Management;
• Monitor the receipt, storage, handling, preparation, distribution, and recording tracking of food commodities for the provision of school based meals to primary and pre-primary school students in designated schools
• Initiate monthly distribution requests in coordination with District Project Coordinator
Data Collection & Management;
• Collect and generate accurate documentation from the school and community level to demonstrate the execution of project activities and community contributions, in coordination with the project's M&E plan and tools
• Consolidate data on a monthly basis from project schools to facilitate monthly data analysis and to track progress against project targets
Qualifications and Experience:
• At least a University Degree/Diploma in Social Sciences, Education, Agriculture, Economics, or other relevant field, or at least 4 years of relevant community based experience and Computer literacy.
• At least 2 years of community-based experience
• Willingness to work and live at ward level with monthly visits to district capitol Ability and official license to ride a motorcycle
• High level of familiarity with the respective districts and wards preferred
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should e-mail a cover letter, CV, availability and salary expectations. Include the mentioned position in the subject header.
Or, candidates may hand-deliver or mail applications to:
The Country Director
PCI Tanzania
Isamilo, Plot 140, Block D
P.O. Box 2540
Mwanza, Tanzania
PCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Application Deadline: 1st Nov 2013
Employer: PCI
Duty Station: Musoma
Job Description:
Responsibilities:
Community Entry, Sensitization, Mobilization;
• Secure buy-in and support of key leaders in project communities including ward and village government, traditional leaders, and School Committee members through culturally appropriate and effective sensitization of the project objectives and activities
• Stimulate involvement of parents, teachers, School Committees, community leaders, and local government authorities through contributions of time, materials, participation, and other support to the project
Implementation of Project Activities
• Implement project activities to achieve project objectives in accordance with approved work plans and agreed upon modalities
• Facilitate the bringing together of schools, communities, local leaders and other stakeholders to participate in all stages of the project as well as develop community level plans for sustainability
• Link the program with stakeholders at ward and village level to ensure a high level of coordination, transparency, and sustainable support
Technical Support & Quality Assurance;
• Facilitate required trainings, supervision, follow-ups, etc. at the school and community levels in coordination with District Project Coordinators and Project Officers
• Facilitate capacity building to teachers, parents, and village leaders to effectively implement project activities, in particular the management of school feeding at the school level
• Communicate and address challenges arid concerns from the schools In coordination with project team
Commodity Management;
• Monitor the receipt, storage, handling, preparation, distribution, and recording tracking of food commodities for the provision of school based meals to primary and pre-primary school students in designated schools
• Initiate monthly distribution requests in coordination with District Project Coordinator
Data Collection & Management;
• Collect and generate accurate documentation from the school and community level to demonstrate the execution of project activities and community contributions, in coordination with the project's M&E plan and tools
• Consolidate data on a monthly basis from project schools to facilitate monthly data analysis and to track progress against project targets
Qualifications and Experience:
• At least a University Degree/Diploma in Social Sciences, Education, Agriculture, Economics, or other relevant field, or at least 4 years of relevant community based experience and Computer literacy.
• At least 2 years of community-based experience
• Willingness to work and live at ward level with monthly visits to district capitol Ability and official license to ride a motorcycle
• High level of familiarity with the respective districts and wards preferred
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should e-mail a cover letter, CV, availability and salary expectations. Include the mentioned position in the subject header.
Or, candidates may hand-deliver or mail applications to:
The Country Director
PCI Tanzania
Isamilo, Plot 140, Block D
P.O. Box 2540
Mwanza, Tanzania
PCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Application Deadline: 1st Nov 2013
Site Coordinator Job Vacancy at PCI in Musoma Tanzania
Job Title: Site Coordinator
Employer: PCI
Duty Station: Musoma
Job Description:
Responsibilities:
• Represent PCI at the district level and maintain the strong reputation of PCI with GoT officials, partners, and communities in Musoma Rural.
• Supervise all site-level program activities (program planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting) through the effective management of program and support staff.
• Contribute toward a strong team spirit among staff by modeling and promoting quality leadership and good governance.
• Ensure the smooth functioning of the site by coordinating closely with both technical program coordinators, and HR/Admin, Finance, and Commodities and Logistics staff.
• Compile and transmit weekly and monthly reports from the Community Mobilizers to the Senior Program Manager (with copy reserved for the Program Officer and relevant technical program Coordinators).
• Support the two site-level food monitors in their routine field-level activities.
• Ensure compliance and enforcement of all PCI policies and procedures and ensures good stewardship of all site-level assets and resources.
Qualifications and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in community or integrated development, public health, social sciences; relevant advanced degree development, or business and administration preferred.
• 5-8 years' experience in managing development programming, or other relevant senior management experience.
• Knowledge and experience in performance based management, and some technical knowledge in one or more of the following areas Primary Education, Agriculture, Health and Nutrition, or WASH.
• Substantial experience and knowledge of effective financial management, budget execution, and internal controls. Demonstrated experience managing and developing a team and ability to lead, motivate and develop others. Demonstrated experience interacting with government officials and community-based stakeholders; Excellent project management skills; Strong computer skills (MS Office)
• Excellent English skills (verbal and written);
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should e-mail a cover letter, CV, availability and salary expectations. Include the mentioned position in the subject header.
Or, candidates may hand-deliver or mail applications to:
The Country Director
PCI Tanzania
Isamilo, Plot 140, Block D
P.O. Box 2540
Mwanza, Tanzania
PCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Application Deadline: 1st Nov 2013
Employer: PCI
Duty Station: Musoma
Job Description:
Responsibilities:
• Represent PCI at the district level and maintain the strong reputation of PCI with GoT officials, partners, and communities in Musoma Rural.
• Supervise all site-level program activities (program planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting) through the effective management of program and support staff.
• Contribute toward a strong team spirit among staff by modeling and promoting quality leadership and good governance.
• Ensure the smooth functioning of the site by coordinating closely with both technical program coordinators, and HR/Admin, Finance, and Commodities and Logistics staff.
• Compile and transmit weekly and monthly reports from the Community Mobilizers to the Senior Program Manager (with copy reserved for the Program Officer and relevant technical program Coordinators).
• Support the two site-level food monitors in their routine field-level activities.
• Ensure compliance and enforcement of all PCI policies and procedures and ensures good stewardship of all site-level assets and resources.
Qualifications and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in community or integrated development, public health, social sciences; relevant advanced degree development, or business and administration preferred.
• 5-8 years' experience in managing development programming, or other relevant senior management experience.
• Knowledge and experience in performance based management, and some technical knowledge in one or more of the following areas Primary Education, Agriculture, Health and Nutrition, or WASH.
• Substantial experience and knowledge of effective financial management, budget execution, and internal controls. Demonstrated experience managing and developing a team and ability to lead, motivate and develop others. Demonstrated experience interacting with government officials and community-based stakeholders; Excellent project management skills; Strong computer skills (MS Office)
• Excellent English skills (verbal and written);
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should e-mail a cover letter, CV, availability and salary expectations. Include the mentioned position in the subject header.
Or, candidates may hand-deliver or mail applications to:
The Country Director
PCI Tanzania
Isamilo, Plot 140, Block D
P.O. Box 2540
Mwanza, Tanzania
PCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Application Deadline: 1st Nov 2013
Saturday 26 October 2013
Careers at Ariel Glaser Pediatric AIDS Healthcare Initiative in Tanzania-Program Office - Community Linkage
Job Title: Program Office, Community Linkage
Employer: Ariel Glaser Pediatric AIDS Healthcare Initiative
Duty Station: Shinyanga
Duties:
• The Program Officer Community Linkage will function as part of the team to provide technical leadership in facilitating collaboration and networking between the facilities based activities for Care & Treatment, PMTCT and Family Planning with the ongoing HIV/AIDS related services in the community.
• To ensure effective linkages within the health facilities and follow-up mechanism for Care & Treatment adults, positive pregnant women and exposed children are in place.
Specific Responsibilities:
• Share experiences of implementing community linkages with AGPAHI Staff and other implementing partners
• Work with program officers to facilitate networks and linkages between the sub-grantees with potential Organization that are involved in supporting PLHIV (in cancelling, nutrition and income generating programs) in the project sites
• Work with the sites to strengthen linkages within different departments and programs of the health facilities
• Represent the Organization in different collaboration meetings between government and other NGOs that focus on strengthening continuum of care in the community.
• Provide mentorship on community linkage related activities to staff and service providers at AGPAHI supported sites.
• Strengthen capacity of partners and PLHIV support groups in improving community linkages
• Conduct routine site visits for technical support and improvement of performance in related program areas
• Provide technical support in best approaches for improving referrals and follow – up of clients in the community
• Work closely with Senior Program Officer, Communication & Community Outreach; Participate in development and transition of IEC materials for community support.
• Organize trainings for counselors in the AGPAHI supported sites
• Monitor implementations of community linkage activities by the sub grantees
• Initiate regional meetings for HIV/AIDs partners to increase networking in the AGPAHI supported areas
• Participate in preparation and planning for different AGPAHI community based meetings
• Together with Senior Program Officer, Communication & Community Outreach, take leadership in identifying Organization community success stories for publications
• Compile and prepare monthly, quarterly , semi-annual and annual programmatic report on community linkage activities
• Undertake any other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications, Skills and ability:
• Advance Diploma, Degree or equivalent, (in Social Sciences or Community Development) preferably with Master’s degree relevant to the position
• Preference will be given to the following:
• Knowledge in HIV/AIDS and the Tanzania Government structures
• Proven experience in working with rural communities in problem identification, setting solutions/planning and implementation.
How to Apply:
AGPAHI is an equal opportunities employer and these positions are open to all, but ONLY qualified candidate should submit a CV and a cover letter to support your eligibility for advertised posts. Documents submitted electronically should have the candidates name as well as post applying for. For more information about each advertised position please send request through email address below.
Submissions may be sent to:
Executive Director, AGPAHI
P.O. BOX 38252
Plot 373, Mtitu Street,
East Upanga
Dar es Salaam,
Tanzania.
Application Deadline: 1st Nov 2013
Employer: Ariel Glaser Pediatric AIDS Healthcare Initiative
Duty Station: Shinyanga
Duties:
• The Program Officer Community Linkage will function as part of the team to provide technical leadership in facilitating collaboration and networking between the facilities based activities for Care & Treatment, PMTCT and Family Planning with the ongoing HIV/AIDS related services in the community.
• To ensure effective linkages within the health facilities and follow-up mechanism for Care & Treatment adults, positive pregnant women and exposed children are in place.
Specific Responsibilities:
• Share experiences of implementing community linkages with AGPAHI Staff and other implementing partners
• Work with program officers to facilitate networks and linkages between the sub-grantees with potential Organization that are involved in supporting PLHIV (in cancelling, nutrition and income generating programs) in the project sites
• Work with the sites to strengthen linkages within different departments and programs of the health facilities
• Represent the Organization in different collaboration meetings between government and other NGOs that focus on strengthening continuum of care in the community.
• Provide mentorship on community linkage related activities to staff and service providers at AGPAHI supported sites.
• Strengthen capacity of partners and PLHIV support groups in improving community linkages
• Conduct routine site visits for technical support and improvement of performance in related program areas
• Provide technical support in best approaches for improving referrals and follow – up of clients in the community
• Work closely with Senior Program Officer, Communication & Community Outreach; Participate in development and transition of IEC materials for community support.
• Organize trainings for counselors in the AGPAHI supported sites
• Monitor implementations of community linkage activities by the sub grantees
• Initiate regional meetings for HIV/AIDs partners to increase networking in the AGPAHI supported areas
• Participate in preparation and planning for different AGPAHI community based meetings
• Together with Senior Program Officer, Communication & Community Outreach, take leadership in identifying Organization community success stories for publications
• Compile and prepare monthly, quarterly , semi-annual and annual programmatic report on community linkage activities
• Undertake any other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Qualifications, Skills and ability:
• Advance Diploma, Degree or equivalent, (in Social Sciences or Community Development) preferably with Master’s degree relevant to the position
• Preference will be given to the following:
• Knowledge in HIV/AIDS and the Tanzania Government structures
• Proven experience in working with rural communities in problem identification, setting solutions/planning and implementation.
How to Apply:
AGPAHI is an equal opportunities employer and these positions are open to all, but ONLY qualified candidate should submit a CV and a cover letter to support your eligibility for advertised posts. Documents submitted electronically should have the candidates name as well as post applying for. For more information about each advertised position please send request through email address below.
Submissions may be sent to:
Executive Director, AGPAHI
P.O. BOX 38252
Plot 373, Mtitu Street,
East Upanga
Dar es Salaam,
Tanzania.
Application Deadline: 1st Nov 2013
Monday 14 October 2013
Community Engagement Officer Jobs at Aga Khan University in Tanzania
Job Title: Community Engagement Officer,
Employer: Aga Khan University
Duty Station: Arusha
Job Description:
Responsibilities:
Local Community Engagement;
• Meet with village leadership (and where appropriate residents) in surrounding communities to understand their needs and manage community expectations and perceptions of the Aga Khan Development Network Provide timely dissemination of information regarding the AKDN project and the Institutions needs in Arusha so as to establish a two-way dialogue with the community Recommend and manage on-site initiatives for involving local communities, such as the planned community sports programme
• Help communicate the depth and breadth of AKDN involvement in Arusha to all project stakeholders
• Assist in identifying and securing sources of project funding
Government/External Relations;
• Support the Community, Engagement Director in identifying and building relationships with local, national, and regional government entities
• Identify and build relationships with civil society entities and stakeholders to AKDN initiatives in Arusha
• Support Public Relations staff in promoting the role of AKU in the Region
Intra-AKDN Relations;
• To ensure that key internal stakeholders are aware of Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted community relations initiatives and community concerns, particularly those which impact on their area of responsibility, and conversely those managers' concerns about any detrimental impact of neighbouring communities' actions (or inactions) are appropriately conveyed, addressed and resolved.
Qualifications:
• Master degree in government, public policy, education or management (for not-for-profit organisation) preferred Bachelor's degree in social or political sciences or liberal arts.
• A minimum of 5 years professional experience in the successful implementation of community engagement efforts within the developing world (strong preference for East African experience)
• Prior experience working with the Aga Khan Development Network an asset
• Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to build, develop, and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally
• Fluency in both English and Kiswahili is required. Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills'
• Team player - can work cooperatively and effectively with others
• Ease and comfort in navigating a range of relationships: from village elders and unskilled laborers to government officials at the local, regional, national and East African Community levels
• Analytical and problem solving skills Experience in Negotiation
• Good oral and written communications skills Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Ability to work in multicultural environment open-mindedness and respect for the views of others
• A superior listener, capacity to be empathetic
How to Apply:
Please send your application comprising a cover letter addressing the selection criteria, a current CV, and contact details for two professional referees to:
Human Resources Office,
AKU-TIHE,
PO Box 125
Dar es Salaam,
Application Deadline: 18th Oct 2013
Employer: Aga Khan University
Duty Station: Arusha
Job Description:
Responsibilities:
Local Community Engagement;
• Meet with village leadership (and where appropriate residents) in surrounding communities to understand their needs and manage community expectations and perceptions of the Aga Khan Development Network Provide timely dissemination of information regarding the AKDN project and the Institutions needs in Arusha so as to establish a two-way dialogue with the community Recommend and manage on-site initiatives for involving local communities, such as the planned community sports programme
• Help communicate the depth and breadth of AKDN involvement in Arusha to all project stakeholders
• Assist in identifying and securing sources of project funding
Government/External Relations;
• Support the Community, Engagement Director in identifying and building relationships with local, national, and regional government entities
• Identify and build relationships with civil society entities and stakeholders to AKDN initiatives in Arusha
• Support Public Relations staff in promoting the role of AKU in the Region
Intra-AKDN Relations;
• To ensure that key internal stakeholders are aware of Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted community relations initiatives and community concerns, particularly those which impact on their area of responsibility, and conversely those managers' concerns about any detrimental impact of neighbouring communities' actions (or inactions) are appropriately conveyed, addressed and resolved.
Qualifications:
• Master degree in government, public policy, education or management (for not-for-profit organisation) preferred Bachelor's degree in social or political sciences or liberal arts.
• A minimum of 5 years professional experience in the successful implementation of community engagement efforts within the developing world (strong preference for East African experience)
• Prior experience working with the Aga Khan Development Network an asset
• Excellent interpersonal skills - ability to build, develop, and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally
• Fluency in both English and Kiswahili is required. Duties require professional verbal and written communication skills'
• Team player - can work cooperatively and effectively with others
• Ease and comfort in navigating a range of relationships: from village elders and unskilled laborers to government officials at the local, regional, national and East African Community levels
• Analytical and problem solving skills Experience in Negotiation
• Good oral and written communications skills Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Ability to work in multicultural environment open-mindedness and respect for the views of others
• A superior listener, capacity to be empathetic
How to Apply:
Please send your application comprising a cover letter addressing the selection criteria, a current CV, and contact details for two professional referees to:
Human Resources Office,
AKU-TIHE,
PO Box 125
Dar es Salaam,
Application Deadline: 18th Oct 2013
Thursday 26 September 2013
Child Protection Officer Jobs at Students Integration in Community Development - (SICD) in Singida
Job Title: Social Worker (Child Protection Officer)
Responsibilities:
•Provide technical guidance and direction to SICD for effective planning, implementation and monitoring of agreed child protection plans including the psychosocial recovery (care) and assistance (legal and social) to vulnerable children and their families.
•Support with parenting and care-giving responsibilities, sensitizing parents/guardians about the importance of respecting children (addressing violence of all sorts, including gender-based violence), assisting with access to available services
•Act as the main contact within SICD Pamoja Tuwalee for the protection of children and vulnerable adults.
•Provide information and advice on the protection of children and vulnerable adults.
•Support and raise awareness of the protection of children and vulnerable adults.
•Communicate with members on issues of child and vulnerable adult protection.
•Support for child protection through MVC committees on community-based children’s rights
•Training members of the community to identify and assist children needing assistance and advocating for all
•Addressing issues of community-based child care and asset building.
•Any other duties as assigned by your supervisor.
Qualifications & Experiences:
•Holder of Diploma or Bachelor Degree in Social Work, Counseling and
•Psychology, sociology, community development or any other related course.
•Good communication skills
•Ability to write reports
•Ability to work under pressure
•Ability to maintain confidentiality
•Creative and high level of motivation, necesssary
•Fluent writen an spoken English and Kiswahili Languages
•Competent with computers, more especially in Microsoft Office packages
•Able to work in a teamYou will most likely have experience of working in an NGO but most certainly you will have the passion and drive to make a difference to the lives of most vulnerable children (MVCs).
How to Apply:
SICD offers competitive package to the selected candidates; if you feel you are the
right candidate, apply in confidence by sending your application letter with current
and detailed CV indicating your day to day contact detail and three referees. Application should be addressed to:
Executive Director,
SICD,
P.O.Box 1079,
Singida.
Application Deadline: 29th Sept 2013
Responsibilities:
•Provide technical guidance and direction to SICD for effective planning, implementation and monitoring of agreed child protection plans including the psychosocial recovery (care) and assistance (legal and social) to vulnerable children and their families.
•Support with parenting and care-giving responsibilities, sensitizing parents/guardians about the importance of respecting children (addressing violence of all sorts, including gender-based violence), assisting with access to available services
•Act as the main contact within SICD Pamoja Tuwalee for the protection of children and vulnerable adults.
•Provide information and advice on the protection of children and vulnerable adults.
•Support and raise awareness of the protection of children and vulnerable adults.
•Communicate with members on issues of child and vulnerable adult protection.
•Support for child protection through MVC committees on community-based children’s rights
•Training members of the community to identify and assist children needing assistance and advocating for all
•Addressing issues of community-based child care and asset building.
•Any other duties as assigned by your supervisor.
Qualifications & Experiences:
•Holder of Diploma or Bachelor Degree in Social Work, Counseling and
•Psychology, sociology, community development or any other related course.
•Good communication skills
•Ability to write reports
•Ability to work under pressure
•Ability to maintain confidentiality
•Creative and high level of motivation, necesssary
•Fluent writen an spoken English and Kiswahili Languages
•Competent with computers, more especially in Microsoft Office packages
•Able to work in a teamYou will most likely have experience of working in an NGO but most certainly you will have the passion and drive to make a difference to the lives of most vulnerable children (MVCs).
How to Apply:
SICD offers competitive package to the selected candidates; if you feel you are the
right candidate, apply in confidence by sending your application letter with current
and detailed CV indicating your day to day contact detail and three referees. Application should be addressed to:
Executive Director,
SICD,
P.O.Box 1079,
Singida.
Application Deadline: 29th Sept 2013
Social Worker Job Vacancy at Tanzania Media Women Association (TAMWA)
Job Title: Social Worker (1 Position)
Duties and Responsibilities;
•To provide counseling service to TAMWA clients
•To write daily, weekly and monthly reports
•Follow up media coverage of GBV cases
•Undertake any other duties as assigned by the CRC coordinator
Qualification and Skills:
•Bachelor Degree in Counseling and Psychology, sociology, community development or any other related course.
•Good communication skills
•Ability to write reports
•Ability to work under pressure
•Ability to maintain confidentiality.
•Understanding of NGOs
Duration: Three (3) months
How to Apply:
All interested candidates should submit their CV (not more than 2 pages) and Cover Letter not more than a page and copy of relevant certifies to: elizabeth.muhangwa@tamwa.org
Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview.
Application Deadline: 2nd Oct 2013
Duties and Responsibilities;
•To provide counseling service to TAMWA clients
•To write daily, weekly and monthly reports
•Follow up media coverage of GBV cases
•Undertake any other duties as assigned by the CRC coordinator
Qualification and Skills:
•Bachelor Degree in Counseling and Psychology, sociology, community development or any other related course.
•Good communication skills
•Ability to write reports
•Ability to work under pressure
•Ability to maintain confidentiality.
•Understanding of NGOs
Duration: Three (3) months
How to Apply:
All interested candidates should submit their CV (not more than 2 pages) and Cover Letter not more than a page and copy of relevant certifies to: elizabeth.muhangwa@tamwa.org
Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview.
Application Deadline: 2nd Oct 2013
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