Nafasi za Kazi at Save the Children Tanzania, Mwisho wa Kutuma Maombi ni Tarehe 23 October 2018

Nafasi za Kazi at Save the Children Tanzania

PROJECT AREA MANAGER

CHILD SAFEGUARDING:

Level 2: the post holder will have access to personal data about children and/or young people as part of their work.

ROLE PURPOSE:

Save the Children is seeking 4 Project Area/Regional Managers for the USAID-funded Improved Nutrition for Better Life Program in Tanzania. This four-year program will intensify and integrate nutritional support to targeted regions to improve the nutritional status for women of reproductive age. This target group includes pregnant and lactating women, adolescents and children under five years of age in Tanzania. In addition, the staff will also work closely to support the Government of Tanzania (GOT) and local NGOs working at the district, facility, and community levels to improve nutrition-related behaviors within households by promoting evidence-based nutrition specific and nutrition sensitive interventions, and in line with the GOT’s National Multi-sectoral Nutrition Action Plan.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Save the Children has been operational in Tanzania since 1986 providing support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programmes delivered in support of Government of Tanzania priorities and policies both directly and through local partners. Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, Health, nutrition and emergency response. In 2012, as part of a global reorganization process, Save the Children combined programmes of SCUK, SCUS, SC Sweden to create a single operation in Tanzania. We currently have an operational presence in Dodoma, Shinyanga, Zanzibar, Songwe, Kigoma and Dar es Salaam and we work through partners in other parts of the country.

Reports to: Senior Field Operations Managers

Role Dimensions: Should be willing to travel at least 50% of time in-country

Number of direct reports: Institutional Strengthening Senior Coordinator, Nutrition Coordinator, Livelihood Coordinator, MEAL Coordinator, Finance Officer in the 4 Field offices (Dodoma, Morogoro, Rukwa, Iringa)

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY

This position is responsible for the overall management, implementation and reporting of the project in a specific region and will coordinate and ensure strong relevant alignment with LGAs and relevant project partners. S/he is responsible for ensuring timely implementation, monitoring, and reporting of project activities. This requires close liaison with LGAs, communities and relevant private partners in the region.

The position reports directly to the Senior Field operations Manager. It requires necessary financial and administrative, program management skills, good public relationship skills, a well-organized individual who can handle pressure and deadlines, capable of training and supervising staff, and has strong computer skills.

Programme management responsibilities

• Provide management oversight of the implementation of the Lishe Endelevu project.

• Ensure all programme activities on the ground fulfil the requirements of approved Save the Children Country strategic plan.

• Ensure functional systems are in place for effective project planning, preparation, start-up and implementation.

• Liaise closely with the specialist in the areas of livelihood, SBC, Nutrition, MEAL and Institutional Strengthening for technical guidance to the programme with technical backstop from the DCOP.

• Develop detailed implementation plans, procurement plans and phased financial forecasts in collaboration with the Lishe Endelevu staff and Implementing Partners.

• Ensure that all planned activities and related expenditures for the project are on track in accordance with the Detailed Implementation Plan (DIP) in strict compliance with the agreed budget lines and Save the Children’s financial regulations.

• Lead and prepare for the monthly Award Review meetings as per SCI guidelines specific to the target region.

• Ensure timely preparations and submission of monthly progress updates and quarterly reports are developed and submitted in accordance with agreed donors/members schedules.

• Support and manage the implementing CSOs in the project implementation and ensure a capacity assessment and development plan is in place, regularly reviewed and followed-through.

• Establish a strong collaboration and coordination mechanism with the consortium partners to ensure project activities are in line with the project work plan and expected outputs across all the project results areas (IRs).

• Ensure all staff comply with Save the Children financial and logistics procedures.

• Establish and maintain strong collaboration and coordination with the respective LGAs in terms of planning, implementation and progress updates, reviews and reporting.

• Ensure that security guidelines are prepared and followed in the projects location and that any breaches of these are handled appropriately: monitor the security situation in the project area and respond accordingly.

• Record and report any security incidents to the Deputy Director of Programme Operations/Country Director.

• Incorporate child rights programming into all aspects of Save the Children’s work in the operational areas and ensure requirements of Save the Children Child Safeguarding Policy are fully complied with by all staff and partners in the respective region.

2. Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning / Research

• In collaboration with the MEAL Advisor ensure implementation of a strong MEAL mechanism for the project (MEAL plans, indicators, performance tracking tables, monitoring tools, benchmarks etc.)

• In collaboration with the consortium research partner (African Academy Public Health) ensure dissemination of assessment results for all relevant project studies and make use of the findings to inform project planning and implementation.

• In collaboration with the MEAL team, develop process, output and outcome level Quality Benchmarks and regularly review progress on indicators/achievement of targets.

• Discuss monitoring findings during program coordination/review meetings, review MEAL reports to highlight key project strengths and areas of improvement through action plans, and use learning from monitoring reports for project implementation.

• Review accountability to beneficiaries’ data and reports and provide technical support to implementation team using key learning from accountability system for program development, planning, improvement and implementation.

3. Staff Management and Development

• Line management responsibilities for the Lishe Endelevu project staff, in the respective region.

• Maintain staff job descriptions and provide support to staff for continuous professional development opportunities as appropriate

• Manage the performance of all supervisees through the effective use of the Performance Management System and ongoing mentoring/coaching.

• Lead, manage and motivate the relevant staff members, ensuring they have clear work plans and objectives and receive quarterly supervisions and reviews.

Save the Children representation

• Regularly coordinate and collaborate with other SC sector teams to strengthen programming and impact for children.

• Establish and maintain strong collaboration and coordination with the relevant regional and district LGAs stakeholders, implementing partners including the private sector to ensure successful implementation and sustainability of the project.

• Represent SCI in the relevant regional and district meetings.

• Prepare for donor and member visits to ensure project progress is showcased as per the expected standards. The candidate will be lead host of the project events in collaboration with the LGAs and other relevant stakeholders in the respective region and communities

SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (our Values in Practice)

Accountability:

• Holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values

• Holds the broader team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities

Ambition:

• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and take responsibility for their own personal development

• Future orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scale

Collaboration:

• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to; builds and maintains effective relationships with colleagues, managers, members and external partners and supporters

• Values diversity and different people’s perspectives, able to work cross-culturally.

Creativity:

• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions

• Willing to take disciplined risks

Integrity:

• Honest, encourages openness and transparency

• Commitment to Save the Children values

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Advanced degree in relevant field; professional qualification in project management desired;

• Minimum five years’ experience in project management.

• Proven ability to prepare budgets, work plans and reports

• Strong analytical, leadership and interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in team situations;

• Proven track record representing organizations in front of the government and donors at the highest levels

• Experience as a coach/mentor to train staff and develop operational and project management skills of colleagues;

• Experience managing and monitoring sub-awards, including all partners;

• Demonstrated capacity and prior experience in managing the personnel, administrative and logistical functions of programs and projects;

• Proven experience building the capacity of local NGOs and government bodies and collaborating closely with multi-level stakeholders;

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English required;

• Familiarity with the political, social, and cultural context of Tanzania.

Location: Dodoma, Morogroro, Iringa and Rukwa, Tanzania

Contract – Full-Time

Closing date: Tuesday 23 October 2018

All jobs close at midnight UK time on the date specified

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DRIVER

Location: Dodoma (2), Morogoro (2), Iringa (2) Rukwa (2), Tanzania

Contract – Full-Time

Closing date: Tuesday 23 October 2018

CHILD SAFEGUARDING:

Level 3 – the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people.

ROLE PURPOSE:

Under the guidance of the Logistics and Admin Officer, the driver will be responsible to provide safe and reliable transport service to the designated staff and guests across Tanzania to implement Lishe Endelevu activities and other official businesses of Save the Children International (SCI) in a highly professional and efficient manner. At the same time, adhere to the organization policies and follow road safety standards.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Save the Children has been operational in Tanzania since 1986 providing support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programmes delivered in support of Government of Tanzania priorities and policies both directly and through local partners. Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, nutrition, Health and emergency response. In 2012, as part of a global reorganization process, Save the Children combined programmes of SCUK, SCUS, SC Sweden to create a single operation in Tanzania. We currently have an operational presence in Dodoma, Singida, Shinyanga, Zanzibar, Songwe and Kigoma as well as Dar es Salaam and we also work through partners in other parts of the country. We employ more than 100 staff and have an annual operating budget of approximately $12 million.

Reports to: Supply Chain and Admin officer

Staff directly reporting to this post: None

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

Driving

• Drive vehicle for official travel and business as requested by the supervisor

• Maintain high standard of service to both internal and external officials

• Ensure punctuality and safe transport

• Operate the official vehicle in accordance with SC regulations, know and observe all applicable traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations, and adhered to driving road safety standards

• Alcohol must not be consumed or present whilst on duty.

• Vehicle driver assumes all responsibility for any and all fines or traffic violations associated with his use of SCI vehicle

Car Security &Maintenance

• Ensure the vehicle is kept clean, tidy and in good working condition all the time.

o Regular inspection and cleanliness of the vehicle and ensure general maintenance service as specified in the Manufacturer’s manual and SC transport policies and procedures.

o Carry out day-to-day and weekly maintenance checks on SC vehicles which includes: check of engine, gear box, alarm system, vehicle tools, battery, locks, brakes, clutch fluid levels, loose nuts and bolts on the vehicle, unexpected noises, fluid leaks under the vehicle and any damage to the body or interior parts of the vehicle.

• Perform minor repairs and arrange for other repairs, and prepare vehicle spare parts inventory.

• Prepare and submit vehicle-monitoring report, include records of the vehicle operation, maintenance, expenses, mileage at the end of the months.

• Assist Logistic and Admin Officer to ensure vehicle insurance and registration is updated according to the schedule

• Advise the Administration on minor or major repairs as soon as the problem is detected or arises.

• Assist in the delivery/collection of mail, equipment, supplies, documents to partners and other institutions as required.

• Ensure the car is full equipped with first Aid Kit and other safety material all the time.

Car Log book maintenance

• Send copy of vehicle logbook at the end of every month to Logistics and Admin Officer for computing and charging mileage costs to appropriate costs centers.

• Ensure the logbook is kept up to date as per the schedules of the trips and the responsible person sign the book after every trip.

• Drive in a safe and reasonable manner following the standard speed limits set by SC at all times and report an accident at the earliest opportunity.

• Make sure SC vehicles are fueled on half tank basis and every month end the tank is full before commencing the next month’s logbook.

Other

• The Driver may be responsible for additional tasks and duties as and when required to support the overall Country Programme priorities.

• The post holder is required to comply with SCI policy and practice requirements with respect to health and safety, child protection, child safeguarding, equal opportunities, anti-fraud and corruption policy, and other relevant policies and procedures.

• The post holder will be responsible to fulfill any other duty assigned by the Supervisor.

Child Safeguarding

All staff have an obligation to ensure they fully understand the provisions of the Child Safeguarding Policy, the Code of Conduct and related policies. They must conduct themselves in accordance with the rules of the Child Safeguarding Policy, in their personal and professional lives – which includes reporting suspicions of child abuse.

All staff must ensure the way they are carrying out their work is not putting children at risk (or further risk).

SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (our Values in Practice)

Accountability:

• Holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values

• Holds the broader team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities

Ambition:

• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and take responsibility for their own personal development

• Future orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scale

Collaboration:

• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to; builds and maintains effective relationships with colleagues, managers, members and external partners and supporters

• Values diversity and different people’s perspectives, able to work cross-culturally.

Creativity:

• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions

• Willing to take disciplined risks

Integrity:

• Honest, encourages openness and transparency

Commitment to Save the Children values.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Form Four graduate or higher education is desirable

• Holder of a PSV Certificate from the National Institute of Transport (NIT)

• At least three years’ experience of successful driving both in towns and up country

• Significant experience working as a driver with an international non-governmental organization, donors and government bodies for health programmes.

• Have valid driving license, registration and valid permits at all the time.

• Strong interpersonal and team skills.

• Understanding in supply chain management in procurement, transport and distribution/ logistic.

• Understanding and commitment to principles of child rights and child protection.

• Commitment to and understanding of SCI’s aims, values and principles.

• Excellent written and spoken English and Kiswahili.

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MONITORING, EVALUATION, ACCOUNTABILITY AND LEARNING (MEAL) COORDINATOR

Child Safeguarding:

Level 3 – the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people.

ROLE PURPOSE:

Save the Children seeks a Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator for the Lishe Endelevu project, which is a USAID-funded Multi-sectoral Nutrition Activity in Tanzania; to be responsible coordinating project monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities, supporting targeted evaluations, supporting information systems management, ensuring data quality and provision of capacity building. Working closely with the MEAL Advisor, the incumbent will provide advice, guidance, and coordination to SCI and consortium partners and government authorities, at the regional and district level.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Save the Children has been operational in Tanzania since 1986 providing support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programmes delivered in support of Government of Tanzania priorities and policies both directly and through local partners. Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, nutrition, Health and emergency response. In 2012, as part of a global reorganization process, Save the Children combined programmes of SCUK, SCUS, SC Sweden to create a single operation in Tanzania. We currently have an operational presence in Dodoma, Shinyanga, Zanzibar, Songwe, Kigoma and Dar es Salaam and we work through partners in other parts of the country. We employ more than 100 staff and have an annual operating budget of approximately $12 million.

Reports to: Project Area Manager

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

Together with the MEAL Advisor and in collaboration with the Lishe Endelevu Programme Manager and partners, the MEAL Coordinator will be responsible for establishing and promoting the use of MEAL systems to ensure that the Lishe Endelevu project team and partners:

• Are informed on the extent to which the Lishe Endelevu development interventions are affecting the lives of the targeted beneficiaries.

• Receives regular, timely and context specific, meaningful feedback from Lishe Endelevu program beneficiaries, partners and project staff. The feedback should effectively inform and signal areas where strategic attention and improvement is required.

• Generate evidence-based knowledge on the positive and negative impacts the Lishe Endelevu programme interventions are realized over the communities supported by the programme.

Program Monitoring, Assessments, Evaluations and Reporting

• In collaboration with the Lishe Endelevu Programme Manager and MEAL Advisor establish and ensure implementation of a strong MEAL system for the Lishe Endelevu programme (MEAL plans, indicators, performance tracking tables, monitoring tools, benchmarks etc.)

• Support Lishe Endelevu programme baseline studies, formative assessments, mid-term evaluations, final evaluations and other research studies as well as learning events as part of annual Detailed Implementation Plans.

• In collaboration with Lishe Endelevu Programme Manager and MEAL Advisor, develop Quality Benchmarks and regularly review progress on indicators/achievement of targets.

• Review Lishe Endelevu MEAL reports to highlight key project strengths and areas of improvement, and use learning from monitoring reports for project planning and implementation.

• Review accountability to Lishe Endelevu program beneficiaries’ data and reports and provide technical support to implementation team using key learning from accountability system for program development, planning, improvement and implementation.

• Identify Lishe Endelevu programme staff MEAL capacity needs and inform Lishe Endelevu Program Manager and MEAL Advisor and set aside MEAL capacity building plan for programme staff and partners.

• Provide technical support to the Lishe Endelevu field office staff in measuring achievement and progress toward program objectives and results as well as development of MEAL systems for Lishe Endelevu programme

• Lead roll out of Lishe Endelevu programme MEAL systems and processes to measure achievement and progress towards achieving project objectives/outcomes and results/outputs against indicators (indicator performance tracker tables, quality checklists, etc.).

• Lead compilation of data and reporting on Lishe Endelevu program in relation to SCI global indicators and total beneficiaries reach reports

• Develop and maintain the Indicator Performance Tracking Tool for Lishe Endelevu programme that will guide preparation of programme progress updates on a monthly basis

• Lead monitoring of program quality using quality bench marks and ensure that findings are shared with relevant stakeholders and explicitly fed back into programme decision making, incorporating accountability and learning.

Partner Management

• Contribute to identify the capacity of present and potential partners in quality programming and ensure that MEAL support is provided;

• Ensure that MEAL aspects of Lishe Endelevu programme implemented by existing partners are enforced.

• Ensure Lishe Endelevu programme staff and partners’ staff MEAL capacity building plan is implemented.

Accountability and Organisational Learning

• In collaboration with Lishe Endelevu Programme Manager facilitate with learning activities like planning for Lishe Endelevu program review workshops, prepare lessons learnt reports, etc.

• Ensure participation of beneficiaries and children in monitoring and evaluating Save the Children development programmes, specifically, Lishe Endelevu programme.

• Ensure accountability systems are established engaging beneficiaries and stakeholders in evaluations, impact assessments and research.

Representation and Advocacy

• Ensure that Save the Children’s work is coordinated with efforts of other agencies and government, advocating for the specific needs of children.

• Ensure that Save the Children’s work is coordinated in collaboration with other SC sector teams to strengthen programming and impact for children.

• Provide appropriate information of Lishe Endelevu programme to facilitate the effective engagement with donor and Tanzania government officials at all required levels as required to ensure Save the Children is considered a preferred and active partner in Tanzania and in the Songwe Region specifically.

Child Safeguarding

All staff must ensure the way they are carrying out their work is not putting children at risk (or further risk).

COMPETENCIES AND BEHAVIOURS (our Values in Practice)

Applying Technical and Professional Expertise:

• Makes decisions based on professional expertise and experience without deferring unnecessarily to others

• Shares knowledge and best practice on technical solutions so that others can make best use of that expertise

• Actively seeks new ways to develop the application of technical and professional standards within the team

Developing self and others:

• Gives regular positive and constructive feedback to others

• Identifies clear development needs and development

• plans through regular constructive reviews of their own performance (and their team’s where appropriate)

• Creates space for others to learn and provides challenging and stretching tasks and assignments when people are ready for them

• Coaches others to learn from their experiences on the job and to use the resources available to them

Problem Solving and Decision Making:

• Gathers the right information and uses critical thinking to make effective and timely decisions

• Knows when to involve others in a decision

• Demonstrates awareness of the wider external influences that impact on decision making

• Analyses and exercises judgment in challenging situations in the absence of specific guidance or knowledge of the full facts

• Evaluates the opportunities and risks of each idea and solution to make informed strategic decisions

Working effectively with others

• Actively listens to new and different perspectives and experiences of those they work with

• Proactively supports team members and trusts their capabilities

• Demonstrates understanding of their skills and how they complement those of others within diverse teams and groups

• Clarifies their role and responsibilities within the team to maximise impact

Delivering Results

• Delivers timely and appropriate results using available resources

• Takes responsibility for their work and its impact on others

• Plans, prioritises and performs tasks well without needing direct supervision

• Understands the link between their work and the organisation’s objectives

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A degree in an area of social development or equivalent. Master’s degree is an added advantage

• Minimum three years practical experience in M&E system coordination/implementation in a large international non-governmental organisation or other international development body;

• Demonstrable track-record in data tracking and evaluation, with the ability to support staff and partners on M&E methodology and analyse and disseminate complex information to a range of stakeholder audiences;

• Well-developed research, analytical (qualitative and quantitative), documentation and report-writing and skills, with particular competency in participatory research methods;

• Ability to write clear and well-argued assessment and project reports. A high level of written and spoken English

• Computer literacy, particularly in Word, Excel, Statistical Packages and PowerPoint;

• Excellent planning, coordination, and reporting skills, with the ability to organise a substantial workload comprised of complex, diverse tasks and responsibilities;

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills in English, with experience working in multicultural, multi location, values driven teams;

• Ability and willingness to dramatically change work practices and hours and work with diverse community beneficiaries

• Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children International’s aims, values and principles

• Information Communication Technology literate

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LIVELIHOOD PROJECT COORDINATOR

Child Safeguarding:

Level 3 – the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people

ROLE PURPOSE:

Save the Children seeks 4 Livelihood project coordinators for a USAID-funded Multi-sectoral Nutrition Activity in Tanzania. The Livelihood coordinator will be responsible for work planning, coordination, and technical implementation of innovative integrated nutrition livelihood activities in the target districts. He/she will work closely with LGAs, CSOs, private stakeholders and communities to coordinate capacity building, and onsite mentorship to ensure Successful implementation of the project activities as per the detailed implementation plan. He/she will be required to maintain strong coordination with the MEAL, SBC advisor, and nutrition coordinator to ensure progress is achieved towards nutrition targets.

S/he will establish and maintain close and effective liaison with government partners at LGAs and communities to facilitate flow of information, reports and updates including staying abreast of current trends and innovation related to project result area. He/she will participate in relevant agriculture and livelihoods working groups and policy fora at regional and district levels.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Save the Children has been operational in Tanzania since 1986 providing support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programmes delivered in support of Government of Tanzania priorities and policies both directly and through local partners. Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, Health & nutrition and emergency response. In 2012, as part of a global reorganization process, Save the Children combined programmes of SCUK, SCUS, SC Sweden to create a single operation in Tanzania. We currently have an operational presence in Dodoma, Singida Shinyanga, Zanzibar, Songwe, Kigoma and Dar es Salaam and we work through partners in other parts of the country.

Reports to: Project Area Manager

Staff directly reporting to this post: Nil

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

1. 1. Programme responsibilities

The overall objective of this position is to improve Food Security and Nutrition and ultimately contribute to reducing the high stunting rate in Tanzania particularly in the designated regions. The specific objective is to improve access to and use sufficient and nutritious food through behaviour change, sustainable and improved production and the diversification of food crops in Dodoma, Morogoro, Iringa and Rukwa Regions.

Technical

• Lead, in the collaboration with the Nutrition, SBC Advisor, MEAL team in the implementation, monitoring and adaptation of nutrition sensitive livelihood practices through increased knowledge of better agricultural practices and innovative income generating activities at household and community level.

• Provide technical support through coaching and mentorship for quality implementation of livelihood activities at community level

• In collaboration with district agricultural, irrigation and livestock officers, ward extension agricultural officers identify village models farmers and establish community agricultural demonstration and learning sites for production, small livestock and preservation technologies.

• Coordinate farmers’ field days by linking together different players for technology exhibition, technical and marketing information sharing as well as B to B linkages including income generating opportunities with private investors/stakeholders.

• Support communities in the formation of village Savings and Loans Groups (VICOBAS) and coordinate capacity building activities related to VICOBAs and other income generating opportunities

• Lead trainings at community levels related to affordable and sustainable technologies related to production, food preservation and storage practices.

• Provide ongoing coaching and mentorship to model farmers to ensure adaption of improved production and livestock practices.

• Work in collaboration with the MEAL team and Livelihood advisor to develop quality benchmarks for livelihood activities.

• Draft activity monthly and quarterly reports on livelihood related activities

• Establish and maintain solid collaboration with target relevant LGA departments and staff during planning, budgeting, implementation and monitoring of agriculture, VICOBA and small livestock related activities.

• Establish and maintain coordination and collaboration with private sector stakeholders in the respective regions including participation on PPP related working groups in the target region.

Operational

1. Provide timely and accurate written and verbal reporting.

2. Contribute to project strategic planning and to well-written, focused project reports, annual implementation plans, success stories and other written products.

3. Ensure high quality project implementation, monitoring and reporting.

4. Make regular field visits to monitor project quality and collect data.

5. Collaborate with MEAL staff to ensure that collection and analysis of data is accurate, rigorous and incorporated into project implementation.

6. Coordinate with SBC Advisor and Nutrition Project Coordinator’s in work planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and adaptation

Representation and Coordination

1. Participate in technical working groups, district relevant meetings and liaise with other project implementing organizations.

2. Serve as a livelihood focal point for LGAs, community and other implementing stakeholders at district level

SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (our Values in Practice)

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

Accountability:

• Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values

• Holds the broader team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities

Ambition:

• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and take responsibility for their own personal development

• Future orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scale

Collaboration:

• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to; builds and maintains effective relationships with colleagues, managers, members and external partners and supporters

• Values diversity and different people’s perspectives, able to work cross-culturally.

Creativity:

• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions

• Willing to take disciplined risks

Integrity:

• Honest, encourages openness and transparency

• Commitment to Save the Children values

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in agriculture, animal science or related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant field experience with an international organization in agriculture and livestock programming

• Strong technical grasp of agriculture, livestock, climate change adaptation (CCA), environmental safeguard strategies, and natural resource management.

• Experience, knowledge and skills in improved horticulture and or general crop production, demonstration farms, agricultural extension agent engagement, food preservation, and post-harvest handling and storage practices

• Demonstrated experience in project and time management

• Excellent writing and oral communication skills in English required

• Demonstrated experience in working effectively with CSOs and community-level actors, stakeholders and beneficiaries

• Experience applying and knowledge of the design, implementation and best practices for promoting behaviour change and adoption of improved practices and technologies in agriculture and livestock programming

• Significant knowledge of agriculture, food security, nutrition and gender issues in Tanzania and in particular Dodoma, Morogoro, Rukwa and Iringa Regions is an addition advantage

• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in team situations and independently

• Familiarity and understanding of donor policies and procedures is a plus

• Local candidates are encouraged to apply

Location: Dodoma, Morogoro, Rukwa and Iringa, Tanzania

Contract – Full-Time

Closing date: Tuesday 23 October 2018

All jobs close at midnight UK time on the date specified

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NUTRITION PROJECT COORDINATORS

Child Safeguarding:

Level 3 – the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people

ROLE PURPOSE:

Save the Children seeks 4 Nutrition project coordinators for a USAID-funded Multi-sectoral Nutrition Activity in Tanzania. The Nutrition coordinator will be responsible for work planning, coordination, and technical implementation of innovative integrated nutrition and social behaviour change communication (SBCC) activities in the target districts. The Nutrition coordinator will build capacity of relevant stakeholders at districts, health facilities and communities in nutrition throughout project implementation. The Nutrition coordinator will also work closely with the MEAL, SBC and Livelihood coordinators to ensure progress is achieved towards nutrition targets. S/he will establish and maintain close and effective liaison with government partners at LGAs and communities to facilitate flow of information, reports and updates including staying abreast of current trends including participation in relevant nutrition working groups and policy foras at regional and district level.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Save the Children has been operational in Tanzania since 1986 providing support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programmes delivered in support of Government of Tanzania priorities and policies both directly and through local partners. Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, Health & nutrition and emergency response. In 2012, as part of a global reorganization process, Save the Children combined programmes of SCUK, SCUS, SC Sweden to create a single operation in Tanzania. We currently have an operational presence in Dodoma, Singida Shinyanga, Zanzibar, Songwe, Kigoma and Dar es Salaam and we work through partners in other parts of the country.

Reports to: Project Area Manager

Staff directly reporting to this post: Nil

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

Technical

• Lead, with the collaboration of livelihoods, SBC Advisor and MEAL Coordinator in the implementation, monitoring and adaptation of nutrition sensitive agriculture, and SBCC activities to improve the knowledge, attitudes and practices of caretakers on nutrition, WASH practices and services at household and community level.

• Provide technical support through coaching and mentorship for quality implementation of nutrition services at health facility level

• Work in collaboration with other stakeholders to integrate nutrition in to quality improvement initiatives at health facilities

• Draft activity monthly and quarterly reports on nutrition related activity

• Establish and maintain solid collaboration with target relevant LGA departments and staff during planning, budgeting, implementation and monitoring of nutrition related activities at health facility and community level.

• Provide support to village leadership and committees, community promoters/CHWs to ensure quick and sustainable uptake of improved nutrition behaviours

Operational

1. Provide timely and accurate written and verbal reporting.

2. Contribute to project strategic planning and to well-written, focused project reports, annual implementation plans, success stories and other written products.

3. Ensure high quality project implementation, monitoring and reporting.

4. Make regular field visits to monitor project quality and collect data.

5. Collaborate with MEAL staff to ensure that collection and analysis of data is accurate, rigorous and incorporated into project implementation.

6. Coordinate with SBC and livelihood Project Coordinator’s in work planning, implementation,

Representation and Coordination

7. Participate in technical working groups, district relevant meetings and liaise with other project implementing organizations.

8. Serve as a nutrition focal point for LGAs, community and other implementing stakeholders at district level

SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (our Values in Practice)

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

Accountability:

• Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values

• Holds the broader team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities

Ambition:

• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and take responsibility for their own personal development

• Future orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scale

Collaboration:

• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to; builds and maintains effective relationships with colleagues, managers, members and external partners and supporters

• Values diversity and different people’s perspectives, able to work cross-culturally.

Creativity:

• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions

• Willing to take disciplined risks

Integrity:

• Honest, encourages openness and transparency

• Commitment to Save the Children values

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in nutrition, health or related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant field experience with an international organization in nutrition programming.

• Strong technical grasp of nutrition and strategies to prevent chronic and acute malnutrition.

• Familiarity / experience with the start-up, management and implementation MCHN and preferably WASH activities, including the formation and training of Care Groups.

• Demonstrated success in providing hands-on training and technical assistance to Care Groups, CSOs, and other stakeholders.

• Demonstrated experience in project and time management.

• Excellent writing and oral communication skills in English required.

• Demonstrated experience in working effectively with CSOs and community-level actors, stakeholders and beneficiaries.

• Experience in applying knowledge of the design, implementation and best practices for behaviour change models for gender-sensitive nutrition, nutrition, and WASH programming.

• Significant knowledge of agriculture, food security, nutrition and gender issues in target project Regions of Tanzania.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in team situations and independently.

• Familiarity and understanding of donor policies and procedures is a plus.

Location: Dodoma, Morogoro, Iringa and Rukwa , Tanzania

Contract – Full-Time

Closing date: Tuesday 23 October 2018

All jobs close at midnight UK time on the date specified

TO APPLY SEARCH THIS LINK https://tanzania.savethechildren.net/jobs

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NUTRITION PROJECT COORDINATORS

Child Safeguarding:

Level 3 – the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people

ROLE PURPOSE:

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Save the Children has been operational in Tanzania since 1986 providing support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programmes delivered in support of Government of Tanzania priorities and policies both directly and through local partners. Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, Health & nutrition and emergency response. In 2012, as part of a global reorganization process, Save the Children combined programmes of SCUK, SCUS, SC Sweden to create a single operation in Tanzania. We currently have an operational presence in Dodoma, Singida Shinyanga, Zanzibar, Songwe, Kigoma and Dar es Salaam and we work through partners in other parts of the country.

Reports to: Project Area Manager

Staff directly reporting to this post: Nil

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

Technical

• Provide technical support through coaching and mentorship for quality implementation of nutrition services at health facility level

• Work in collaboration with other stakeholders to integrate nutrition in to quality improvement initiatives at health facilities

• Draft activity monthly and quarterly reports on nutrition related activity

• Provide support to village leadership and committees, community promoters/CHWs to ensure quick and sustainable uptake of improved nutrition behaviours

Operational

1. Provide timely and accurate written and verbal reporting.

2. Contribute to project strategic planning and to well-written, focused project reports, annual implementation plans, success stories and other written products.

3. Ensure high quality project implementation, monitoring and reporting.

4. Make regular field visits to monitor project quality and collect data.

5. Collaborate with MEAL staff to ensure that collection and analysis of data is accurate, rigorous and incorporated into project implementation.

6. Coordinate with SBC and livelihood Project Coordinator’s in work planning, implementation,

Representation and Coordination

7. Participate in technical working groups, district relevant meetings and liaise with other project implementing organizations.

8. Serve as a nutrition focal point for LGAs, community and other implementing stakeholders at district level

SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (our Values in Practice)

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

Accountability:

• Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values

• Holds the broader team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities

Ambition:

• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and take responsibility for their own personal development

• Future orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scale

Collaboration:

• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to; builds and maintains effective relationships with colleagues, managers, members and external partners and supporters

• Values diversity and different people’s perspectives, able to work cross-culturally.

Creativity:

• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions

• Willing to take disciplined risks

Integrity:

• Honest, encourages openness and transparency

• Commitment to Save the Children values

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in nutrition, health or related field.

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant field experience with an international organization in nutrition programming.

• Strong technical grasp of nutrition and strategies to prevent chronic and acute malnutrition.

• Familiarity / experience with the start-up, management and implementation MCHN and preferably WASH activities, including the formation and training of Care Groups.

• Demonstrated success in providing hands-on training and technical assistance to Care Groups, CSOs, and other stakeholders.

• Demonstrated experience in project and time management.

• Excellent writing and oral communication skills in English required.

• Demonstrated experience in working effectively with CSOs and community-level actors, stakeholders and beneficiaries.

• Experience in applying knowledge of the design, implementation and best practices for behaviour change models for gender-sensitive nutrition, nutrition, and WASH programming.

• Significant knowledge of agriculture, food security, nutrition and gender issues in target project Regions of Tanzania.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to lead and work effectively in team situations and independently.

• Familiarity and understanding of donor policies and procedures is a plus.

Location: Dodoma, Morogoro, Iringa and Rukwa , Tanzania

Contract – Full-Time

Closing date: Tuesday 23 October 2018

All jobs close at midnight UK time on the date specified

TO APPLY SEARCH THIS LINK https://tanzania.savethechildren.net/jobs

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SUPPLY CHAIN AND ADMINISTRATION OFFICER

CHILD SAFEGUARDING:

Level 2: either the role holder will have access to personal data about children and/or young people as part of their work; or they will be working in a ‘regulated’ position; therefore, a police check will be required.

ROLE PURPOSE: The Administration & Supply Chain Officer is responsible for the effective application of SC administration and Supply Chain policies and practises and enforcement of SC administration and Supply Chain reporting systems and internal control procedures and will provide support to Lishe Endelevu Programme.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Save the Children has been operational in Tanzania since 1986 providing support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programmes delivered in support of Government of Tanzania priorities and policies both directly and through local partners. Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, nutrition, Health and emergency response. In 2012, as part of a global reorganization process, Save the Children combined programmes of SCUK, SCUS, SC Sweden to create a single operation in Tanzania. We currently have an operational presence in Dodoma, Singida, Shinyanga, Zanzibar, Songwe and Kigoma as well as Dar es Salaam and we work through partners in other parts of the country. We employ more than 100 staff and have an annual operating budget of approximately $12 million.

Reports to: Project Area Manager and dotted line to Supply Chain Manager.

Number of direct reports: Drivers and Office Attendant

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

Supply Chain and Administration:

• Work at the front desk of Save the Children Office in Iringa, Morogoro or Rukwa.

• Provide administration support and supply chain function (accommodation, conference, travel booking etc) to programme management team and the overall field office staff.

• Ensure good relationship between the Organization and the public in person, over the phone, and through e-mails when interacting with or visiting the Office. Keep the reception area tidy and welcoming during office hours and ensure the Office Access Procedures are followed at all times.

• Supervise the Drivers and Office Attendant. Conduct one to one and Performance Management Review.

• Ensure that the programme is provided with adequate logistical support on procurement of goods and services.

• Ensure the fleet and other equipment are in good and sound condition including documents updates.

• Prepare relevant paperwork to process payments with respect to taxis services provided by companies and or individuals following approval processes.

• Maintain the fleet book/tracking system and ensure that these are updated timely and as and when necessary.

• Proactively inform users when plans change /delays are anticipated and follow up all pending issues

• Ensure that Save the Children’s vehicles are safe and roadworthy at all times.

• Ensure that services/repair for all the projects vehicles are planned and conducted on a timely basis (to minimize disruption) by the approved Garage(s). Maintain a tracking schedule to facilitate the monitoring and planning of servicing and repairs

• Supervise quotation/estimated costs received from garage and make recommendations to the Field Manager for approval before service /repair is done.

Property and Equipment Management

• Oversee the use and maintenance of the office equipment including the photocopier, fax, binding machine to ensure that they are in working order and arrange for their repair and maintenance as needed.

• Oversee proper running of utilities for the building such as electricity water and proper function of telephone lines.

• Oversee and manage the cleaning of the building and the surrounding.

• Manage safety and security of the building and assets.

• Ensure the Office storerooms are organized and clean.

Fleet Management:

• Responsible for engaging with the garage to ensure the repairs are done economically and the paper trail in support of the repairs complies with Save the Children Procedures.

• Supervise the drivers in monitoring the cleanliness of the interior and exterior of the vehicles.

• Ensure that all vehicles contain the necessary items and equipment as per the guidelines. (e.g., First Aid Kit, Maps)

• Prepare monthly performance reports for vehicles and submit to the Area Program Manager and the Supply Chain Manager in Dar

• Oversee and issue fuel coupons to drivers in compliance with procedures

• Review and sign off on a transport log sheet on completion of the sheet.

• Supervise the preparation of monthly analysis of fuel consumption against KMs’ and prepare supporting documentation for the payment to supplier and investigate any discrepancies.

• Prepare personal usage schedules for refund by the relevant staff and follow up to ensure payment is made.

• Prepare the monthly analysis of fuel consumption and submit it to the Area Program Manager and the Supply Chain Manager in Dar.

BEHAVIOURS (Values in Practice)

Accountability:

• Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values

• Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities – giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved

Ambition:

• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves and their team, takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages their team to do the same

• Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others

• Future orientated, thinks strategically and on a global scale

Collaboration:

• Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, members and external partners and supporters

• Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength

• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to

Creativity:

• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions

• Willing to take disciplined risks

• Vastly service minded

Integrity:

• Honest, encourages openness and transparency; demonstrates highest levels of integrity

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Bachelor Degree in Business Administration/ Public Administration or Supply Chain and Procurement Management.

• At least 4 years experiences in the INGO or NGO sector within Tanzania in office Administration and good understanding of office management, Asset management and Logistical Coordination for large fleet of vehicles.

• Excellent knowledge of procurement guidelines of donor agencies such as USAID, and other donors.

• Experience in supporting and training other staff is an added advantage.

• Demonstrated good skills and experience in managing office administration and Supply Chain systems.

• Knowledge and experience of computer applications (MS Word, excel, etc.)

• Good personal organisational skills including time management and ability to meet deadlines.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work as part of the team and to fit in well within multicultural organisation.

• Attention to detail and accuracy essential.

• Ability to work under pressure.

• Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s values, principals and Child Safeguarding policy.

• Fluent in English and Kiswahili (both orally and written).

Location: Iringa, Morogoro and Rukwa, Tanzania

Contract – Full-Time

Closing date: Tuesday 23 October 2018

All jobs close at midnight UK time on the date specified

TO APPLY SEARCH THIS LINK https://tanzania.savethechildren.net/jobs

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HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER

Child Safeguarding:

Level 3: the role holder will have contact with children and/or young people either frequently (e.g. once a week or more) or intensively (e.g. four days in one month or more or overnight) because they work in country programs; or are visiting country programs; or because they are responsible for implementing the police checking/vetting process staff.

ROLE PURPOSE:

The Human Resources Officer will ensure quality, efficient and proactive HR services for Save the Children staff located in Dodoma, Rukwa, Iringa and Morogoro. She/he will work with close collaboration and support from the HR and Administration team based in Dar. She/he will be involved in all HR areas such as staff recruitment, training, development, management of employee relation issues and being the main point of contact for employee under Lishe Endelevu program.

SCOPE OF ROLE:

Reports to: SeniorField Operations Manager

Dimensions: Based in Dodoma with 30% travel to the field offices.

Number of direct reports: Nil

KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

Recruitments

• Support in advertising open positions and circulating the adverts to all important forums

• Support shortlisting, contacting candidates for interviews, participating in the interview and selection process then conducting reference checks

• Supporting the HR team in updating the Recruitment Tracker

HR Information Management

• In collaboration with the HR team establish and maintain staff databases to capture basic information such as personal details, education background and work experiences and share brief staff profiles.

• Sharing an updated staff list with the HR and Admin Director on a monthly basis

Staff leave management

• Guide staff on the use of online leave system and verify the data in the system

• Follow up with line managers to ensure staff leave plans are made and leave is taken on time

• Keeping an updated leave tracker as per SCI guidance

• Prepare monthly leave reconciliation

Administration Management

• Work with HR and Admin Coordinator to facilitate the administrative requirement on collection and submission of work permit documents.

• Ensure new staff are registered for medical cover, pension scheme, life insurance package

• Administer the Staff Health Insurance scheme in close collaboration with the relevant Brokers and Service Providers.

• Follow appropriate exit procedures for staff leaving Save the Children

Performance Management

• Support the Performance Management process by ensuring that all staff have submitted the Performance Reviews and work objectives on time

• Follow up to ensure Probation Review of new staff has been completed on time

• Compile employee development plans and provide quarterly progress to the HR and Admin Director

Policy areas

• Ensure all staff compliance with relevant Save the Children policies and procedures in respect to child safeguarding, health and safety, security, fraud & dishonest and other relevant policies during emergencies

SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (our Values in Practice)

Accountability:

• Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values

Ambition:

• Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves (and their team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the same

• Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others

• Future orientated, thinks strategically

Collaboration:

• Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters

• Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength

• Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to

Creativity:

• Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions

• Willing to take disciplined risks

Integrity:

• Honest, encourages openness and transparency

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE.