Friday, 24 November 2017

Employment opportunity: Procurement Professional- GIZ

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Procurement Professional

As an international cooperation enterprise for sustainable development with worldwide operations, the federally owned Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH supports the German Government in achieving its development-policy objectives.

GIZ is looking to fill the position of Procurement Professional at the GIZ Country Office Tanzania.

Duty station: Dar es Salaam
Terms of the Contract: Fixed term contract

Responsibilities
The procurement professional is responsible for
  • purchasing materials and equipment for the GIZ office and GIZ-assisted programmes in accordance with GIZ rules and conditions
  • customs declarations
  • vehicle registration
  • informing projects and programmes timely about the status of procurement and customs matters
  • coordinating effectively with colleagues in the administrative division and with procurement officers at Head Office

Required qualifications, competences and experience
  • BA in business administration, recognised commercial diploma in business administration or equivalent qualification
  • At least 3 years’ professional experience in a comparable position
  • customer and service orientation
  • very good working knowledge of ITC technologies and computer applications (e.g. MS Office)
  • very good knowledge of English, knowledge of German would be an advantage

Applications:
Interested candidates should send their letter of application together with the CV and copies of academic certificates by email to hr.giz-tanzania@giz.de.
Please use the subject line “Procurement Professional”.
Applications in hard copy will not be accepted.

Closing date for submission: 5.12.2017.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

GIZ Tanzania is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified and eligible candidates regardless of their gender, origin, religion/belief, disability or any other minority group.


Program Officer - Market Shaping (Tanzania)- Results for Development

R4D’s Market Shaping practice area has deep experience in addressing market inefficiencies to dramatically expand access to affordable, high-quality essential commodities and services towards helping people lead healthier, more productive lives. R4D achieves this by aligning priorities and incentives of policymakers, procurers, financiers and manufacturers at the global- and country-levels to develop and execute solutions for underserved markets at scale. Previously designed market-shaping solutions by R4D have the potential to achieve over a billion dollars in savings and availability of high-quality products in health, including for HIV/AIDSmalariachildhood pneumoniamaternal health, and neglected diseasesprevention and treatment as well as for nutritioneducation and sanitation.
Since 2014, R4D/Tanzania has been implementing a multi-year project to increase access to pneumonia treatments, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), with additional funding from Good Ventures. The project is focused on scaling up access to treatments for childhood pneumonia - the leading killer of children under five - across public and private sectors in Tanzania. Combining detailed analysis with market-shaping implementation and robust program monitoring, evaluation and learning (ME&L) techniques, R4D aims to systematically identify and address the underlying causes of the lack of appropriate access to pneumonia treatments globally and at the country level. R4D is also conducting operational research on a set of targeted quality of care interventions and exploring additional cost-effective areas for impact, such as oxygen therapy and pulse oximetry diagnostics in a light-touch manner. In addition, the Tanzania team portfolio is working on shaping markets in other health and nutrition areas.
Opportunity:
Title: Program Officer (PO)
Reports to: Program Director
Term: 2 years, renewable
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
R4D/Tanzania is seeking a highly motivated Program Officer (PO) to join the Market Shaping team and support the Tanzania team’s expanding portfolio of work which includes shaping markets for increased access to pneumonia treatments and across other health, education and nutrition areas. Over time, the PO’s role and scope of work will likely expand to encompass additional support functions as the Tanzania team’s portfolio grows.
The PO will be responsible for providing day-to-day leadership over significant components of large projects across the Tanzania team’s portfolio, structuring complex quantitative and qualitative analytics, forging strong partnerships, and leading discussions, with a large variety of stakeholders which include government officials, private sector partners, implementing partners and donors at different levels.
As such, a strategic mindset with strong communications skills and a personable nature is critical to the success of the PO in this role, particularly when engaging with stakeholders and facilitating meetings about R4D/Tanzania’s work.
The ideal candidate will be a highly collaborative team player who feels comfortable taking on new challenges and operate with autonomy in different settings. The candidate shall have the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial and multicultural settings and be able to strategically navigate ambiguous situations, should they arise.
Local candidates are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities:
Additional responsibilities will encompass a range of tasks including, but not limited to:
  • Crafting approaches to identify and resolve bottlenecks in the access to essential commodities in Tanzania’s private and public sectors
  • Structuring complex qualitative and quantitative analyses, ensuring the collection of underlying data sets and the conducting of expert interviews
  • Independently developing data-driven presentations and deliverables to clearly communicate key findings and recommendations to internal and external audiences
  • Establishing and managing collaborative and positive relationships with diverse stakeholders (e.g. manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, government agencies, procurers, and implementing partners)
  • Designing and creating advocacy programs and materials to generate an increased awareness of and access to essential medicines in the private sector
  • Supporting the design of operational research around quality of care behavior change interventions for public and private sector health professionals
  • Contributing to internal administrative projects critical to the development of a rapidly growing team and organization
Qualifications:
  • BA with 5 years of relevant work experience in pharmaceutical markets, public health, public policy, business administration and/or health systems, preferably across the private and public sectors, or, an MA + 3 years of relevant work experience
  • Prior experience independently managing workstreams or projects
  • Proven experience structuring and conducting high quality complex quantitative and qualitative analytics
  • Demonstrated background in proactively and creatively solving problems in an ambiguous setting.
  • Proven experience creating collaborative partnerships, and successfully establishing and managing external relationships in multicultural environments
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including demonstrated ability to prepare and deliver compelling presentations
  • Understanding of private sector supply and value chains and familiarity with public sector drug procurement processes
  • High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
  • Fluency in Swahili and/or experience working in the Tanzanian health sector is desirable
  • Willingness to travel up to 15% domestically, per project needs
How to Apply:
  • To apply, please submit your application and upload your resume and cover letter by clicking here.
No telephone or email inquiries please.

Sr. Program Associate - Market Shaping (Tanzania)- Results for Development

R4D’s Market Shaping practice area has deep experience in addressing market inefficiencies to dramatically expand access to affordable, high-quality essential commodities and services towards helping people lead healthier, more productive lives. R4D achieves this by aligning priorities and incentives of policymakers, procurers, financiers and manufacturers at the global- and country-levels to develop and execute solutions for underserved markets at scale. Previously designed market-shaping solutions by R4D have the potential to achieve over a billion dollars in savings and availability of high-quality products in health, including for HIV/AIDSmalariachildhood pneumoniamaternal health, and neglected diseasesprevention and treatment as well as for nutritioneducation and sanitation.
Since 2014, R4D/Tanzania has been implementing a multi-year project to increase access to pneumonia treatments, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), with additional funding from Good Ventures. This project is focused on scaling up access to treatments for childhood pneumonia - the leading killer of children under five - across public and private sectors in Tanzania. Combining detailed analysis with market-shaping implementation and robust program monitoring, evaluation and learning (ME&L) techniques, R4D aims to systematically identify and address the underlying causes of the lack of appropriate access to pneumonia treatments globally and at the country level. R4D is also conducting operational research on a set of targeted quality of care interventions and exploring additional cost-effective areas for impact, such as oxygen therapy and pulse oximetry diagnostics in a light-touch manner. In addition, the Tanzania team portfolio is working on shaping markets in other health and nutrition areas.
Opportunity:
Title: Senior Program Associate (SPA)
Reports to: Senior Program Officer (SPO)
Term: 2 years, renewable
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
R4D Tanzania is seeking a highly motivated Senior Program Associate (SPA) to join the Market Shaping team and support the Tanzania team’s expanding portfolio of work which includes shaping markets for increased access to pneumonia treatments and across other health, education and nutrition areas. Over time, the SPA’s role and scope of work will likely expand to encompass additional support functions as the Tanzania team’s portfolio grows.
Essential for this role will be strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills as well as the ability to skillfully communicate, both verbally and in writing, with a variety of stakeholders – government officials, private sector, implementing partners and donors. The ideal candidate will be a highly collaborative team player, possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience independently driving analysis. The candidate should be a strategic thinker who is able to handle ambiguity and thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial and multicultural setting.
Local candidates are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities will encompass a range of tasks including, but not limited to:
  • Conducting in-depth primary and secondary research and qualitative and quantitative analyses, including critical review of literature and interviews with experts, to identify bottlenecks in public and private essential commodity markets primarily in Tanzania
  • Developing presentations and deliverables to communicate key findings and recommendations from analyses to internal and external audiences
  • Engaging extensively and effectively with diverse stakeholders (e.g. government agencies, procurers, policymakers, healthcare providers, implementing partners and private sector entities)
  • Supporting and leading aspects of commodity procurement, product registration, and contract management activities for the successful implementation of project objectives
  • Supporting the development of forecasting and supply planning tools
  • Supporting monitoring, evaluation and learning activities, including the development of data collection tools and conducting data analyses to draw out evidence-based recommendations
  • Supporting the design and development of quality of care behavior change interventions
  • Contributing to internal administrative projects critical to the development of a rapidly growing team and organization
Qualifications:
  • BA in Pharmacy, Business Administration, Public Administration, or Public Health related field
  • 3-5 years of relevant work experience in global health related to healthcare markets or health systems (OR, an MA in related field of study plus 1 year of relevant work experience
  • Proven experience managing and analyzing large, complex databases, independently developing analytical products and efficiently tracking and reporting project indicators and achievements
  • Understanding of supply and value chains and familiarity with public sector drug procurement processes
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including demonstrated ability to prepare compelling written reports and presentations
  • High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Powerpoint, and Word
  • Previous experience monitoring upstream and/or downstream supply of vertical program commodities in the public-sector healthcare system, and/or experience in national quantification activities is preferred
  • Private sector supply chain management / supply chain optimization experience preferred
  • Previous exposure to trainings, mentoring/supervision, or other quality of care activities with healthcare providers desirable
  • Fluency in Swahili and/or experience working in the Tanzanian public health sector, such as with the Tanzania Food and Drugs Authority (TFDA), Medical Stores Department (MSD), and/or the Ministry of Health (MoHCDGEC) is a plus
  • Willingness to travel 10-15% domestically
How to Apply:
  • To apply, please submit your application and upload your cover letter and resume by clicking here.
No telephone or email inquiries please

Tuesday, 24 October 2017

Translation services ( English, Kiswahili, French and German)

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Monday, 29 May 2017

The African Union Commission Scholarships for 2017

The African Union Commission Scholarships for 2017

Programme outline

The African Union Commission offers scholarship opportunities at the Pan African University to all Member state of the African Union for the 2017/2018 academic year.

Degree level

  • Master's
  • PhD
Deadline: Application deadline is 31 May 2017.

Who Can Apply

Applicants from African countries and the African diaspora are invited to apply. Candidates with potential, motivation and who desire to play transformative leadership roles as academics, professionals, industrialists, innovators and entrepreneurs are particularly encouraged to apply.

Field of study

1. PAU Institute for Basic Sciences, Technology and Innovation at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Kenya

Masters (MSc)
• Molecular Biology & Biotechnology
• Mathematics( Financial options)
• Mathematics (statistical option)
• Mathematics (computation option)
• Civil Engineering (Structural option)
• Civil Engineering (Arid and Semi-Arid Land option)
• Electrical Engineering (Power systems option)
• Electrical Engineering (Telecommunications option)
• Mechatronic Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering


PhD
• Molecular Biology & Biotechnology
• Mathematics (Financial options)
• Mathematics (Statistics option)
• Electrical Engineering (Telecommunications options)
• Electrical Engineering ( Power systems option)

2. PAU Institute for Life and Earth Sciences – including Health and Agriculture at the University of Ibaden, Nigeria

Masters (MSc)
• Geosciences (Mineral Exploration)
• Geosciences (Petroleum Geoscience, option)
• Health Sciences (Reproductive Health option)
• Plant Breeding 
• Environmental Management
• Photochemistry & Medicinal plants
• Sports Sciences (Sports Development and management Studies option)
• Veterinary medicine (avian medicine option)
• Veterinary medicine (vaccine production & Management option)

PhD
• Geosciences (Mineral Exploration option)
• Geosciences ( Petroleum Geosciences option) 
• Health Sciences (Reproductive Health option)
• Health Sciences (Reproductive Biology option)
• Plant Breeding
• Environmental Management

3. PAU Institute for Governance, Humanities and Social Sciences at the University of Yaounde and the University of Buea, Cameroon

Masters (MA)
• Governance and Regional Integration
• Trans Border languages (Kiswahili option)
• Conference Interpreting
• Translation

PhD
• Governance and regional Integration
• Translation 

4. PAU Institute for Water and Energy Sciences including climate change, at the University of Tiemcen, Algeria

Masters (MSc)• Water (Engineering option)
• Water (Policy option)
• Energy (Policy option)

What the scholarship offersThe African Union Commission offers full scholarships to successful candidates. Further details should be obtained from the PAU.

Application process

Your application should be completed online at pau-au.net. Application forms should be downloaded at the following address: www.pau-au.org

Enquiries: pau.scholarships@africa-union.org.

Documents and links

Friday, 10 March 2017

Manager in Consulting - PwC Tanzania

Job description

PwC Tanzania is seeking to strengthen their Advisory Consulting services by recruiting and training highly motivated individuals for the positions of Manager in the Advisory Line of Service within Management Consulting - Strategy & Operations, People & Change and Technology fields.
Roles & responsibilities
  • Provide advisory services to clients in Strategy and Operations, Technology or HR consultancy
  • Develop the business in Tanzania and the region by identifying the needs in the market and creating customised solutions with (potential) clients, based on your personal experience and best practices
  • Further develop and coach colleagues on the projects while leading the activities, guaranteeing top quality deliverables
  • Manage project economics to ensure profitability of the business unit
  • Actively handle credit management and liaison with various stakeholders on debt collection
  • Actively work with other lines of service to grow the business
Knowledge and skills
  • Demonstrated leadership skills and experience in leading projects and diverse teams
  • Strong analytical and problem solving capabilities
  • High level of proficiency in MS Office
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain good client relationships
  • Full flexibility to travel and work in the region
Required education and experience:
  • Over 7 years of experience in a global management consultancy firm or with the big four or a strategy consulting firm
  • A Master degree in Engineering, Administration/Management, Finance, Leadership, Organisational Design, Technology, Development, Human Resources Management or Public Policy is required
If you believe you fit the required profile, please apply online through our careers page (http://www.pwc.com/tz/en/careers/tanzania-vacancies.html) by Sunday, 19 March 2017.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Portfolio Manager, Relationships / Grade Level D


BENEFITS:

The Global Fund offers a comprehensive package of benefits. Click here to see more details.

VACANCY NUMBER:

IRC3671

CLOSING DATE:

16 March 2017

CONTRACT TYPE:

Open

REPORTING TO:

Manager, Private Sector Engagement (PSE)

WORK DIVISION OR DEPARTMENT:

External Relations / Private Sector Engagement

ROLE SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Manager, Private Sector Engagement, this role will build and manage all aspects of relationships with non-public sector donors & prospects, devising and implementing engagement plans and servicing donors with a view to new/increased financial or non-financial contributions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Generate additional funding from non-public sector donors and manage partnerships with non-public sector actors for the provision on support to program effectiveness, with a particular focus on Private Philanthropy, Finance and Banking sectors, Arab Philanthropists and potentially other portfolios.
  • Support the Innovation Hub initiative, contributing ideas on areas where private sector innovation can add value and when appropriate engaging PS prospects to secure in-kind donations.
  • Build, nurture and manage the Global Fund's Private Sector partnerships/relationships across all seniority levels of current and prospective donors.
  • Act as focal point for current and prospective donors as well as for a variety of other Global Fund stakeholders.
  • Devise, propose and implement detailed engagement strategies for current partners and other solutions aimed at enhancing partnerships.
  • Design new Philanthropic products customized on Global Fund needs and Philanthropists areas of interest.
  • Adapt engagement offering to individual donor requirements (incl. in-country and co-financing) and work closely with internal Global Fund stakeholders (in particular, Grant Management) to achieve fundraising goals.
  • Structure contributions, manage internal due diligence process, negotiate agreements (in cooperation with Legal), close deals and monitor cash flows.
  • Guide Portfolio Officer/s on tasks related to partnership's management. Contribute actively to the development of the Private Sector outreach strategy and operational processes, including structuring of the value proposition and reporting etc.
  • Coordinate work to meet donors' information/reporting needs.
  • Pro-actively coordinate high-quality delivery by internal stakeholders to donors.
  • Develop and prepare presentations and other material for marketing and related activities.
  • Organize and participate in high level donor visits and trips to showcase the impact of donor investments.
  • Guide, as appropriate, research conducted by Portfolio Officer/s on donor prospects and market opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Essential:
  • Advanced university degree in a relevant field.
  • A first degree and at least 10 years of relevant post first-degree work experience. 
Desirable:
  • Advanced degree in Business Administration.

EXPERIENCE:

Essential:
  • Significant professional experience in the private sector or working with the private sector (e.g. in fundraising) or on private-sector related themes.
  • Sales & marketing experience.
  • Successful track record in relationship management on an international level.
  • Expertise on the Finance and Banking Sector.
  • Expertise on development issues and understanding of development co-operation. 
Desirable:
  • At least 4 - 6 years of relevant (post-university) work experience.
  • Professional experience working in a developing country.
  • Previous (philanthropic) fund-raising experience.
  • Understanding of global health issues and the three diseases.
  • Understanding of innovative financing vehicles, e.g. trust funds.
  • Experience in grant development or loan management.

COMPETENCIES:

Languages:
An excellent knowledge of written and spoken English is required. French would be an advantage and knowledge of other languages would be an asset. 
Technical Competencies:
  • Advanced Sales and Marketing Skills
  • Relationship Management Skills
  • Communication and Presentation Skills 
Core Competencies:
  • Personal Effectiveness
  • Working with Others
  • Core Expertise
  • Project Management
  • People Leadership
  • Global Fund Mind-set

Mandatory cover letter

Please ensure your application is supported by a one-page cover letter. In your letter please explain clearly the skills, experiences and characteristics that make you especially suited to the advertised role.

How To Apply

Beware of scams implying association with The Global Fund. The Global Fund never asks for money for recruitment purposes. The Global Fund never charges registration fees for conferences or meetings. If you are unsure of the authenticity of an e-mail or other communication, e-mail us at info@theglobalfund.org.

credit to: http://www.theglobalfund.org