AJIRA AJIRA!

SENIOR AGRICULTURAL/TRADE ECONOMIST

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
From the Guardian of 11th April
The US Embassy is seeking an individual for the position of Senior Agricultural/Trade Economist at the United States Agency for International Development. This is a full-time Personal Services Contract position. Applicants, who meet minimum educational requirements for 
the position but have less years of experience in the required field, may be considered for hiring at a lower pay grade.


BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
The primary purpose of the Senior Agricultural/Trade Economist (SATE) is to serve as the senior FSN economist within USAID/Tanzania’s Economic Growth (EG) team. The incumbent will serve as the principal FSN economic advisor to develop, implement and manage complex and highly diversified economic growth project activities in agriculture policy, nutrition, agricultural trade, human resource development in agriculture and nutrition, infrastructure development (roads and irrigation) and private sector investment, including investments in the energy sector.
A copy of the complete position description listing all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required is available at: http;//tanzania,usembassy.gov/job_opportunities.html

Note: Hard copies of the Universal Application for Employment (UAE) DS-174 form is available at gate 3 at the American Embassy or at the above link,



How to Apply
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:


Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application: 1) Universal Application for Employment (UAE) DS-174 form is available at above link; or 2) A combination of both; i.e. Sections 1 -24 of the UAE along with a listing of the applicant’s work experience attached as a separate sheet; or 3) A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE 4) Any other documentation (e.g., essays. certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above. Failure to do:
so will result in an incomplete application.

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO
American Embassy
Human Resources Office
P.O. Box 9123
Dar es Salaam

The US Mission in Tanzania provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.
The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

IF YOU ARE QUALIFIED FOR THIS POSITION
PLEASE FOLLOW THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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PROJECT DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST (GENDER & YOUTH)

POSITION DESCRIPTION:


From the Guardian of 11th April
Project Development Specialist (Gender & Youth)
The US Embassy is seeking an individual for the position of Project Development Specialist (Gender and Youth) at the United States Agency for International Development. This is a full-time Personal Services Contract position. Applicants who meet minimum educational requirements for the position but have less years of experience in the required field may be considered for hiring at a lower pay grade.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
Serves as a Project Development Specialist in the Strategic Planning and Program Support Office and as the MiSSion’s key advisor on the role of women and youth as related to the Mission’s Country Development and Cooperation Strategy (CDCS). The Specialist will ensure that project designs effectively address gender and youth and that these issues are effectively mainstreamed into the Mission’s programming processes, from the strategic planning phase to program implementation, evaluation and review phase. Manages cross-cutting programs related to gender and youth. Provides support and training to Development Objective (DO) Teams and partners on all Mission cross-cutting issues. Reports on cross-cutting issues and tracks this information. The incumbent also serves as the Mission point person for project development, review and approval processes, ensuring integration of Mission cross-cutting issues and adherence to Agency rules and regulations.
A copy of the complete position description listing all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required Is available at:http://tanzanla.usembassy.gov/jobopportunities.html
Note: Hard copies of the Universal Application for Employment (UAE) DS-174 form is available at gate 3 at the American Embassy or at the above link.

How to Apply
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:


Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application: 1) Universal Application for Employment (UAE) DS-174 form is available at above link; or 2) A combination of both; i.e. Sections 1 -24 of the UAE along with a listing of the applicant’s work experience attached as a separate sheet; or 3) A current resume or Curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE 4) Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above. Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application.

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO
American Embassy
Human Resources Office
P.O. Box 9123
Dar es Salaam

The US Mission in Tanzania provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.
The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. lndividuols with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted


IF YOU ARE QUALIFIED FOR THIS POSITION
PLEASE FOLLOW THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

POSITION DESCRIPTION:


From the Guardian of 11th April
Programme Management Specialist
Location: Dar es Salaam
contract: Fixed Term Appointment
Level: ICS 10/NOC

UNDP Tanzania Office wishes to recruit a suitable Tanzania national to fill Programme Management
Specialist position.

Summary of Key Functions:
Management of the CO programme, administration of programme budgets, Project Audits and effective cost recovery.
Supervision of the Programme Finance functions and responsible for the Administration and implementation of
operational and financial management strategies.
Management of procurement processes for NIM projects
Creation of strategic partnerships and implementation of the resource mobilization strategy
provision of top quality policy advice services to the Government and facilitation of knowledge building and management

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• Master’s Degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, political Sciences, Social Sciences or related field. MBA, prior management training, and procurement certification desirable .

• 5 years of relevant experience at the national or international level in providing management advisory services, hands-on experience in design, monitoring and evaluation of development projects. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web based management systems.
• Good communication skills. Strong written and spoken English language skill.



How to Apply
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:


Interested candidates, please apply through this linkhttp://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=45468

You are encouraged to read the detailed Terms of Reference before applying. Deadline for submitting an application is on 18th April, 2014



Note: After initial submission, you will be prompted to upload your CV please upload a copy of updated P11 Form instead of a CV.

P11 form is mandatory. 
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ACCOUNTANT

POSITION DESCRIPTION:


BRAC is a development success story, spreading solutions born in Bangladesh to 10 other countries around the world – a global leader in creating opportunity for the world’s poor. As the largest NGO in the world our work now touches the lives of an estimated 135 million people, with staff and BRAC-trained entrepreneurs numbering more than 100,000. BRAC started its work in Tanzania in 2006, with microfinance and livelihood development programmes, creating opportunities for the poor in agriculture, livestock and poultry and its empowerment and livelihood for adolescents clubs placing a special emphasis on the country’s youth. BRAC International is seeking applications from competent, dynamic and self-motivated individuals to fill up the following position:

Position : Accountant

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
• Preparation of month end Management Accounts
• Current Account reconciliation & Reconcile field stock account monthly
• Preparation of local purchase orders as required
• Reconcile bank accounts and ensure update of field cash books daily.
• Monitor and review accounting and related systems reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Budgeting and Variance Analysis
• Donor Reporting
• Helping internal, External Audit ,Monitor & review team
• Work on change management process.
• Communicate with the field office staffs regularly
• others

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor of Business Administration(BBA) or Masters of Business administration(MBA) in finance/Accounting
• Minimum 2 years’ experience gained in dynamic and deadline oriented organization.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
• Excellent analytical skills
• Excellent computer skills and fully versed with use of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
• Experience of working with Enterprise Resource Planning systems would be advantageous.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a pressurized environment
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Good written and Communication skills
• Ability to travel national and internationally on short notice



How to Apply
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:


If you feel you are the right match for above mentioned position, please apply through email to hr.bractz@gmail.com and cc to mamunur.mr@brac.net
Application deadline is June 30, 2014.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted
Women are encourage to apply – BRAC Tanzania Finance LTD is an equal opportunity Employer

IF YOU ARE QUALIFIED FOR THIS POSITION
PLEASE FOLLOW THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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GENERAL MANAGER

POSITION DESCRIPTION:


From the Guardian of 11th April
Our client, a reputable Logistics Company in Tanzania is recruiting competent personnel to fill in the following

General Manager
Job Description
Hands-on management in maintaining operational excellence; maintaining and winning new clients; Represent the Company in dealing with TRA and other stakeholders; Streamline operational processes; Responsible for the budget, business plan, reporting and general management of the office; Ensuring delivery of revenue and profit growth, and implementation of the freight management activity; Motivate and drive the available staff for achieving set targets ;Develop personal relationships with high value clients; Ensure that all KPI’s of operations are met for achieving productivity results; Control costs in line with growth prospects and Ensuring customer satisfaction.

Requirements
At least 5 years’ experience at management level in freight forwarding for major multinational clearing and forwarding company; A degree in logistics related studies; Commercial flair and a proven ability to develop new business and able to develop close relationships with key customers; a proved leader and motivator.



How to Apply
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:


Interested candidates should send their application letters and CVs to the address below on or before 25th April 2014:

The Director Directors’ Search Unit
Auditax International PPF Tower,
7th Floor
Ohio Street/Garden Avenue
P.O.Box 77949
Dar es Salaam

IF YOU ARE QUALIFIED FOR THIS POSITION
PLEASE FOLLOW THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Monitoring & Evaluation Manager

Since 1963, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in 145 developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 57 projects in 32 countries.
Monitoring and Evaluation Manager, Kenya/East Africa
We are currently seeking a Monitoring and Evaluation Monitor for the anticipated USAID-funded East Africa Trade and Investment Hub project (TIH). The project’s primary focus will be to spur economic growth through promotion of an enabling environment for trade and investment; it will build upon prior investments in order to increase regional trade competitiveness. This program will provide expert technical assistance to help farmers and firms, through private sector associations, efficiently meet market requirements of quality and volume and succeed in the regional and international market place. To achieve this objective, technical components will include improving the enabling environment for regional trade; enhancing the integration and competitiveness of regional value chains; and increasing international and regional trade.
Responsibilities:
Guide the technical direction of the M&E approach and strategy; oversee and coordinate work related to monitoring and evaluation activities of the TIH project
Oversee impact analysis in the areas of investment enabling environment, policy reform, private sector development and investment facilitation
Prepare and conduct trainings on monitoring and evaluation topics for staff and project clients
Ensure M&E is utilized and managed properly
Coordinate M&E activities with local and international partners
Build the capacity of local organizations to be effective in knowledge management and learning
Apply GIS tools to improve decision-making and management for results.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in evaluation, public policy, and/or related field is required
10 years of progressive professional experience, some of which is in Africa, in monitoring and evaluation of international development projects is highly desirable
Experience working with private sector, civil society and government sectors on monitoring and evaluation programs
Knowledge of different M&E tools, approaches, and methods in addition to experience working with grant making organizations, is desirable
Working experience in training, coaching and mentoring teams in monitoring-related techniques and methods is desirable
Knowledge of GIS tools is desirable
How to Apply
How to apply:

Please apply online at http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E55464361D43515B7E59192F77571A6806627B4D. No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE
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Gender Manager

Since 1963, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in 145 developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 57 projects in 32 countries.
Gender Manager, Kenya/East Africa
We are currently seeking a Gender Manager for the anticipated USAID-funded East Africa Trade and Investment Hub project (TIH). The project’s primary focus will be to spur economic growth through promotion of an enabling environment for trade and investment; it will build upon prior investments in order to increase regional trade competitiveness. This program will provide expert technical assistance to help farmers and firms, through private sector associations, efficiently meet market requirements of quality and volume and succeed in the regional and international market place. To achieve this objective, technical components will include improving the enabling environment for regional trade; enhancing the integration and competitiveness of regional value chains; and increasing international and regional trade.
Responsibilities:
Lead all gender activities under the project and closely collaborate with all other partners involved
Advise the program in developing strategies and plans to improve the economic participation rate of women involved in formal trade
Develop and implement strategies for gender equality and expanded opportunities for women and girls
Analyze and report on project progress; ensure that gender program components are results-oriented.
Prepare and conduct trainings on gender topics for staff and beneficiaries; collaborate with other staff to ensure gender is integrated properly throughout the program areas and is in accordance with USAID’s gender strategy
Qualifications:
A university degree in sociology, gender studies, economics, agriculture economics or a related field required
At least five years of progressively responsible work experience demonstrating experience conducting gender analysis and gender integration programming, including on-the-ground participatory approaches to research
Understanding of USAID’s gender and value chain techniques and approaches
Experience with USAID-funded projects preferred
Strong English language written and oral communication skills are required
How to Apply
How to apply:

Please apply online at http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E55465361D43515B7E59192F77571A6807627B4D . No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE
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Senior Agricultural Trade Expert

For 46 years and in 145 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 57 projects in 32 countries and revenues of over $173 million.
Senior Agricultural Trade Expert, Kenya/East Africa
We are currently seeking a Senior Agricultural Trade Expert for the anticipated USAID-funded East Africa Trade and Investment Hub project (TIH). The project’s primary focus will be to spur economic growth through promotion of an enabling environment for trade and investment; it will build upon prior investments in order to increase regional trade competitiveness. This program will provide expert technical assistance to help farmers and firms, through private sector associations, efficiently meet market requirements of quality and volume and succeed in the regional and international market place. To achieve this objective, technical components will include improving the enabling environment for regional trade; enhancing the integration and competitiveness of regional value chains; and increasing international and regional trade.
Responsibilities:
Design and implement technical assistance interventions to improve regional competitiveness of target commodities at all levels of the value chain. Focus of those strategies should be on investment attraction and facilitation, commercial partnerships, and trade expansion
Work with producers and enterprises across East Africa to develop their capacity to identify and respond to regional and international business opportunities in the potential value chains
Use a market led, facilitative approach to identify and remedy enabling environment barriers to agricultural trade
Develop and advise on policies that will support sector competitiveness and trade
Improve the competitiveness and develop the demand for service provision
Facilitate strategic, commercially viable partnerships between value chain actors
Facilitate private sector engagement and investment among various levels of target value chains including but not limited to producer, processor, wholesaler and exporter levels
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Bachelor’s degree; strongly preferred Master’s degree or equivalent in international trade, agricultural economics, public policy, business administration, agricultural development or related
At least ten years of relevant experience, preferably in Africa
Strongly preferred extensive experience related to developing an enabling environment for agricultural investment and trade
Demonstrated knowledge of policy development and technical assistance in implementation
Demonstrated capability to work collaboratively with institutional and private sector partners and stakeholders in a multi-country setting
Excellent writing and communication skills
Knowledge of related ICT technology and computer software programs
Excellent English, written and oral
How to Apply
How to apply:

Please apply online at http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E5556E361D43515B7E59192F77571A6802627B4D . No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE
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Senior Trade Promotion Expert

Since 1963 and in 146 countries, ACDI/VOCA has empowered people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Based in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that delivers technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development and food security in order to promote broad-based economic growth and vibrant civil society. ACDI/VOCA currently has approximately 57 projects in 32 countries and total revenues of $173 million.
Senior Trade Promotion Expert, East Africa/Kenya
We are currently seeking a Senior Trade Promotion Expert for the anticipated USAID-funded East Africa Trade and Investment Hub project (TIH). The project’s primary focus will be to spur economic growth through promotion of an enabling environment for trade and investment; it will build upon prior investments in order to increase regional trade competitiveness. This program will provide expert technical assistance to help farmers and firms, through private sector associations, efficiently meet market requirements of quality and volume and succeed in the regional and international market place. To achieve this objective, technical components will include improving the enabling environment for regional trade; enhancing the integration and competitiveness of regional value chains; and increasing international and regional trade.
Responsibilities:
Design and implement technical assistance interventions to improve international competitiveness of target commodities at all levels of the value chain. Focus of those strategies should be on investment attraction and facilitation, commercial partnerships, and trade expansion
Improve ability of East African countries and firms to benefit from AGOA preferences. Lead coordinated efforts to develop AGOA strategies, and monitor progress in implementing those strategies across all countries
Develop mechanisms for targeted promotion and knowledge sharing of AGOA benefits and rules of trade
Establish commercially viable and sustainable partnerships with national and regional entities involved in export promotion and trade capacity building including export promotion bodies, business associations and councils, and regional economic blocks
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required; Strongly preferred Master’s degree or equivalent in international trade, economics, public policy, business administration or related area
At least 10 years of relevant experience, five years in developing countries
At least five years of experience (preferably more) managing and coordinating promotion activities
Experience assisting developing countries supporting developing country firms export, particularly under preferential trade agreements such as AGOA
Experience serving in an advisory role to high-level government officials
Demonstrated capability to work collaboratively with institutional and private sector partners and stakeholders in a multi-country setting
Knowledge of relevant ICT technology and computer software programs
Excellent English, both written and oral
How to Apply
How to apply:

Please apply online at http://acdivoca.maxhire.net/cp/?E5556C361D43515B7E59192F77571A6800627B4D . No phone calls please. Only finalists contacted. Women and minorities encouraged to apply. EOE
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ADVISOR: PLANNING, MONITORING AND EVALUATION (NTA M&E)

The Belgian Development Agency (BTC) mobilizes its resources and its expertise to eliminate poverty in the world. STC contributes to the efforts of the international community and works towards a society that provides present and future generations with sufficient resources to build a sustainable and fair world.
BTC has the vacancies in the project “Natural Resources Management for Local Economic Development in Kigoma Region (NRM-LED)” The project aims at improved enabling environment and strengthened capacities for sustainable management of Natural Resources linked to an equitable Local Economic Development resulting in increased benefits for the communities of selected landscapes in Kigoma Region”.

The direct beneficiaries of the project are the local users of NR organized in Community Based Organizations (CBOs) for NRM; Local, and Regional Government Authorities, Non-state service providers and the Private sector, who associate themselves with the project implementation through partnerships in order to improve their management of Natural Resources in interaction with community partners.

The project execution period will have duration of 60 months, of which 9 months will be for the inception phase/baseline and 51 months for the implementation and exit. The project’s central coordination team will be based at the Kigoma Regional Secretariat and implementation teams will be based in the District Councils of Uvinza, Kasulu and Kibondo.

The project will be led by a Project manager from RS office and a STC employed International Technical Advisor as co-manager. The team will comprise of (4) other BTC employed National Technical Advisors and supporting staff. One Technical advisor will be stationed in each of the 3 districts. Now, BTC seeks to recruit for the following positions, the expected starting date is 1st July 2014.

1. Advisor: Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (NTA M&E) (1 Position) Duty Station: Kigoma; Max. Duration: 56 Months

Basic Functions: Under the leadership of the Project manager and project Co-manager, the NTA is responsible for assisting the project [llanagement in Effective Planning and ensure the implementation of the Monitoring & Evaluation program as a learning framework and process for achieving results



How to Apply
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Interested?
Terms of Reference for the positions can be viewed at http://btctanzania.wordpress.com/
Please apply not later than 15th May 2014, by sending: Max. 1 page why you consider yourself to be the best fit, a CV indicating your relevant skills and experience and copies of relevant certificates, by a registered mail to
Resident Representative;
BTC Tanzania;
1271 Haile Selassie Road,
P.O. Box 23209;
Dar es Salaam.