JOB OPPORTUNITIES- SAUTI; JHPIEGO

Sauti is a 5-year USAID-funded award being implemented by Jhpiego-Tanzania in collaboration with partners EngenderHealth, PACT and NIMR/Mwanza.  

The goal of Sauti is to contribute to the improved health of all Tanzanians through a sustained reduction in new HIV infections in support of the Government Tanzania through deploying new, and/or enhancing existing, vulnerability-tailored high-quality combination HIV prevention; positive health, dignity and prevention (PHDP); and family planning (FP) services for key and vulnerable populations (KVP) in selected regions of Tanzania.  Anticipated project results include:  1) Increased and timely use of HIV prevention and FP services; 2) Improved positive behaviors and social norms at the individual and community levels; 3) Reduced vulnerability of women through novel structural interventions; and 4) Increasingly sustainable comprehensive HIV prevention services for KVP.

The project is currently being implemented in 15 selected districts in Iringa, Njombe, Mbeya, Shinyanga and Dar es Salaam regions. Starting 1 October 2015, the project is expanding to selected additional districts in Mbeya, Lindi, Tabora, Morogoro, Morogoro, Kilimanjaro and Arusha regions.

Jhpiego is therefore seeking to recruit a team of experienced medical, public health, program, and finance professionals to implement this exciting initiative.

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Zonal Program Manager     (1 position in Dar es Salaam and 1 position in Kilimanjaro)

                                                                                                     

Position Overview: The Zonal Program Manager will be responsible for coordination, implementation and oversight of all Sauti activities in the assigned regions constituting a zone (i.e. Eastern Zone Manager will oversee implementation in Lindi, Morogoro and Dar es Salaam, and the Northern Zone Manager will oversee implementation in Moshi and Arusha). The incumbent will be responsible for overseeing coordination, implementation, management, monitoring and evaluation of program activities at the zonal level; as well as participating in the management of finances, procurement, sub-grantees and human resources. S/he will build and maintain partnerships with the regional government and other key KVP stakeholders in the three regions. Under the leadership and supervision of the Program Director, s/he will work closely with Regional and District authorities, Health Teams, KVP-focused CBOs/CSOs, Community Leaders, KVP groups, and PLHIV groups to implement an integrated package of KVP-centered HIV prevention interventions.

Job requirements:

·         Advanced degree in program management (e.g. MBA), healthcare management or other relevant field.  Degree in clinical medicine or nursing desirable.

·         At least 8 years demonstrated experience implementing and managing healthcare programs (This includes human resources, procurement and sub-grantee management, development of regional strategies, budget and work plans)

·         Experience in managing a large office and professional staff

·         Proven leadership in team building, and demonstrated ability to achieve results

·         Extensive knowledge of the local health systems

·         Previous experience and understanding of USG funded programs

·         Experience of working with KVP or related programs

·         Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: HIV/AIDS, STIs and/or Family Planning

·         Demonstrated ability to develop working relationships with local government, key stakeholders and other agencies

·         Demonstrated experience in writing quarterly and annual report, as well as documentation of program results

·         Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills in English and Kiswahili

·         Ability to travel up to 60%

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Deputy Zonal Program Manager   (1 position in Tabora)

Position Overview: Under supervision of the Zonal Program Manager (based in Shinyanga), the Deputy Zonal Program Manager will be responsible for coordination, implementation and oversight of all Sauti activities in Igunga, Nzega and Tabora Municipal. S/he will participate in the management of finances, procurement, sub-grantees and human resources. The incumbent will build and maintain partnerships with the regional government and other key KVP stakeholders in the region. Under the leadership and supervision of the Zonal Program Manager, s/he will work closely with Regional and District authorities, Health Teams, KVP-focused CBOs/CSOs, Community Leaders, KVP groups, and PLHIV groups to implement an integrated package of KVP-centered HIV prevention interventions.

Job requirements:

·         Advanced degree in program management (e.g. MBA), healthcare management or other relevant field.  Degree in clinical medicine or nursing desirable.

·         At least 5 years demonstrated experience implementing and managing healthcare programs (This includes human resources, procurement and sub-grantee management, development of regional strategies, budget and work plans)

·         Experience in managing a mid-sized office and professional staff

·         Proven leadership in team building, and demonstrated ability to achieve results

·         Extensive knowledge of the local health systems

·         Previous experience and understanding of USG funded programs

·         Experience of working with KVP or related programs

·         Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: HIV/AIDS, STIs and/or Family Planning

·         Demonstrated ability to develop working relationships with local government, key stakeholders and other agencies

·         Demonstrated experience in writing quarterly and annual report, as well as documentation of program results

·         Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills in English and Kiswahili

·         Ability to travel up to 60%

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Senior Biomedical Prevention and Treatment Advisor (1 Position, based in Dar es Salaam)

Position Overview: The Senior Biomedical Prevention/Treatment Advisor will serve as the main technical advisor for all Sauti KVP-focused HIV biomedical prevention interventions. S/he will lead the design and oversee the implementation of culturally appropriate biomedical interventions at the national and regional level. The incumbent will provide technical guidance, monitoring and technical assistance to the MOHSW, R/CHMTs, CBOs, HIV/AIDS care and treatment partners, and other KVP-focused stakeholders in Tanzania. S/he will work with the Technical Director to ensure that comprehensive HIV prevention is built and sustained across the local and central government structures, and local CBOs. The candidate will also work closely with the MOHSW’s National AIDS Control Program (NACP), Ministry of Home Affairs, Prime Minister’s Office Regional Authorities and Local Government, and TACAIDS, cooperating partners and other stakeholders in the areas of HIV/AIDS biomedical prevention to support the implementation of national level health policies and strategies in relation to KVP-programming.  S/he will promote and ensure proper integration of HIV biomedical prevention activities with other activities particularly those related to reproductive health, family planning, and tuberculosis. S/he will participate in the design and implementation of operational research to inform programming.  S/he will supervise Regional Biomedical Advisors in all Sauti regions.

Job requirements:

•          Medical degree (doctor, clinical officer or nurse) required, with additional post-graduate training in medical or public health desirable

•          At least 8 years demonstrated experience working in one or more areas of biomedical HIV prevention including:  HIV care and treatment (required), HIV counseling and testing, PMTCT, home-based care, voluntary medical male circumcision, or other applicable area.

·         Experience in managing a large HIV prevention and treatment portfolio, including provision of clinical services  (HIV/AIDS ART, PMTCT)

·         Excellent grasp of clinical issues and current literature HIV/AIDS, family planning, TB and STIs

·         Proven leadership skills, as well as skills in training, facilitation, team building and coordination

·         Experience in managing a team of 10 or more professional staff

·         Strong change management, results-oriented and decision-making skills

·         Strong leadership and technical capacity to support service delivery, especially at the community level

·         Ability to work in a complex environment with multiple tasks, short deadlines and intense pressure to perform

·         Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills in English and Kiswahili.

·         Experience and understanding of USAID-funded programs

·         Experience in KVP programming

·         Experience in planning, developing, implementing and evaluating HIV public health programs

·         Ability to travel nationally and internationally up to 60%

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Biomedical Advisor (1 position in Kilimanjaro)

Position Overview: The Biomedical Advisor will provide technical oversight and direction for the biomedical interventions in the region. S/he will collaborate with the Biomedical/Treatment Advisor in Dar to provide technical assistance on the provision of KVP-focused HIV prevention, family planning, STIs, GBV and TB screening. S/he will collaborate and build the capacity of care and treatment and FP implementers in the region in provision of KVP-friendly services. The incumbent will also provide guidance, monitoring and technical assistance on biomedical/treatment services to the MOHSW, R/CHMTs, HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment partners, and KVP-focused CBOs in the specific regions. S/he will provide technical and programmatic assistance that incorporates evidence-based best practices in the design, implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of the HIV biomedical prevention and treatment programming, and work closely with MOHSW and other government and non-government agencies to implement culturally appropriate interventions, advocating for increased community based interventions.  S/he will work with the Technical Director to ensure that that comprehensive HIV prevention is built and sustained across the local and central government structures, and local CBOs.  S/he will promote and ensure proper integration of HIV biomedical prevention activities with other activities particularly those related to reproductive health, family planning, and tuberculosis.

Job requirements:

•          Medical degree (doctor or nursing) required, with additional post-graduate training in public health desirable

•          At least 8 years demonstrated experience working in one or more areas of biomedical HIV prevention including:  HIV care and treatment (required), HIV counseling and testing, PMTCT, home-based care, and/or voluntary medical male circumcision.

·         Experience in overseeing the technical implementation of an HIV prevention and treatment  or related clinical services portfolio

·         Proven supervision and leadership skills, as well as skills in training, facilitation, team building and coordination

·         Strong leadership and technical capacity to support service delivery, especially at the community level

·         Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills in English and Kiswahili.

·         Experience in KVP or related programs

·         Experience in planning, developing, implementing and evaluating HIV public health programs

·         Experience working in the Tanzanian public health sector highly desirable particularly in areas of HTC, HIV care and treatment, family planning, and TB.

·         Excellent grasp of clinical issues and current literature HIV/AIDS, family planning, TB and STIs

·         Strong change management, results-oriented and decision-making skills

·         Experience working with USG programs is highly desirable

·         Experience and understanding of the PEPFAR framework is desirable

·         Ability to travel up to 30%

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The Commodities & Logistics Management Technical Advisor (1 position in Dar es Salaam)

Position Overview

The Commodities & Logistics Management Technical Advisor will provide technical, management and coordination services to Sauti team. S/he will be responsible for accurate planning, implementation, and effective management of all commodities necessary for the delivery of community –based HIV testing and counseling, family planning, sexually transmitted infections testing and treatment services, and other related services. The incumbent will be responsible for forecasting, ordering, specialized handling, storage, distribution, monitoring utilization, and reporting of logistics data in line with Sauti Commodity and Supplies Logistics System. S/he will ensure effective systems are put in place to track inventory from the point of receiving (i.e. Sauti Procurement Team and/or Regional/District Health Facilities), storage, dispatch, and distribution level. S/he will also ensure that the inventory movement and details are tracked up to the disposal level. The incumbent will work with CBHTC+ Logistics Assistants and the biomedical team at large to ensure timely distribution of HIV/FP and other commodities to all Sauti regions; and will collaborate with the Stores Officers located at various Jhpiego warehouses. S/he will also engage with central and zonal SCMS/MSD focal persons to ensure consistent and uninterrupted supply of HIV/FP commodities and other materials. S/he will provide technical assistance to the regional/district authorities by engaging Pharmacists, Laboratory Technologists, Supply Officers, R/DACCs, and R/DRCHCOs. S/he will also be responsible for the preparation and submission of various reports to Sauti leadership, MOHSW, R/CHMT and the donor, and represent Sauti in various national, regional and HIV/FP implementing partners’ commodities security and logistics technical working groups. 

Job requirements:

·         Minimum of diploma in Nursing, Laboratory Technology, Pharmacy, or equivalent

·         At least five (3) years of experience in project management, supervisory duties or equivalent experience

·         At least three (3) years’ experience in logistics/supply chain management and/or public health commodities management, especially HIV testing and family planning commodities;

·         Experience in Inventory and Asset Management

·         Proficiency in common computer packages (e.g. Word, Excel, Power Point) relevant to the work and eagerness and ability to learn Forecasting and Supply planning software (Pipeline, Lab Tool)

·         Excellent report writing skills and high level of computer literacy with strong communication skills (verbal and written)

·         Ability to handle a variety of different assignments sometimes under pressure of deadlines. 

·         Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to advocate and bring about consensus with senior government officials and numerous stakeholders;

·         Previous experience working with USG funded programs, development agencies, URT  and local implementing partners

·         Ability to work in a complex environment with multiple tasks, short deadlines and intense pressure to perform.

·         Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills in English and Kiswahili.

·         Ability to travel up to 60%

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Clinical Services (HIV/Family Planning) Program Officer (1 position in Kilimanjaro and 1 position in Tabora)

Position Overview: The Clinical Services (HIV/Family Planning) Program Officer   will provide technical support in the implementation and expansion of integrated quality HIV/FP services to both key populations (KPs) and vulnerable populations (VPs) in drop in centers (DICs), designated health facilities near hotspots, and through mobile/outreach services. S/he will responsible for the overall management of clinical service provision at site level including point of care CD4 testing, and contribute to the systematization and establishment of referrals/linkages with HIV/AIDS care and treatment and other services. S/he will provide oversight in the provision of HIV counseling and testing services, TB, GBV, alcohol and drug screening and referrals, care and treatment referrals and provision of adherence counseling for KVPs with HIV. The incumbent will also collaborate with the family planning leads to ensure quality and safe delivery of family planning services at designated sites, using both short and long acting FP methods. The incumbent will also conduct trainings on provision of KVP-friendly services, and lead the mentorship/apprenticeship program in select KVP centers of excellence. S/he will be the main overseer of all clinical care related services for KVPs, including addressing the health needs of KVPs PLHIVs. S/he will also collaborate with MOHSW, care and treatment implementers, home-based care partners, and communities to support KVPs’ retention within HIV prevention and treatment continuum, and connecting clinical services to KVPs at home.

Job requirements:

·         Medical, clinical officer or nursing degree, advanced degree in public health, MBA

·         At least 5 years demonstrated experience working in HIV prevention and treatment, and family planning

·         Robust clinical experience in HIV/AIDS testing and counseling, care and  treatment, and family planning

·         Experience in KVP-focused clinical services is a plus

·         Excellent written, presentation, communication and organizational skills in both English and Kiswahili

·         Demonstrated experience in clinical training and mentoring

·         The ability to liaise with senior MOHSW officials from national, regional and district level  and representatives  of NGOs/ CBOs

·         Demonstrated in-depth understanding of Tanzania healthcare system, particularly the public health system

·         Ability to travel up to 30%

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Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (1 position in Dar es Salaam)

Position Overview: The M&E officer will be responsible for the routine monitoring of all the activity programs in alignment with the Sauti M&E plan and the performance monitoring plan. S/he will work closely with the regional M&E Officers to operate efficient systems in Dar es Salaam, Lindi and Morogoro region. S/he will provide timely and relevant information to Senior M&E Advisor, program and technical staff, and other project stakeholders. S/he will contribute to strengthening the M&E capacity of sub-grantees. S/he will also participate in Sauti research activities and support consultants as required.

Job requirements:

·         University degree in demography,  statistics, sociology, community development, and/or other relevant disciplines

·         Post-graduate diploma in M&E desirable

·         Strong computer skills; be able to run Pivot tables, SPSS

·         3- 5 years of work experience supporting M&E of activities in one or more of the following fields,  HIV/AIDS, sexual and reproductive health, or  family planning

·         Experience in monitoring and evaluation of health and/or development projects

·         Experience in monitoring and tracking performance indicators

·         Experience of using database to track and record project indicators

·         Experience in using qualitative and quantitative methodologies in supporting operational research

·         Experience in writing monthly and quarterly data reports

·         Demonstrated ability in project report writing and publications

·         Ability to effectively communicate project monitoring performance indicators to partners

·         Experience of working in USG funded programs in an added advantage

·         Excellent written, oral and presentation skills in English and Kiswahili

·         Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strong eye for detail.

·         Effective training/facilitation skills

·         Experience of working in a research environment or information-generating context.
Strong interpersonal skills.

·         Demonstrated skills in working with sub-grantees to strengthen their M&E capacity

·         Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili.

·         Ability to travel up to 40% of time

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Data Manager (1 position in Tabora and 1 position in Kilimanjaro)

Position Overview:  The Data Manager is responsible for providing high quality data entry, data management and quality control of data. S/he is also responsible for running outputs and cross-checking with the original data source to ensure accuracy, and running reports for program managers. In addition, the data manager will be responsible for conducting internal data quality assessments and developing data quality improvement plans.  The person in this position must be able to work independently, be experienced in data management using databases, and preferably be comfortable working in health facilities.

Job requirements:

·         Diploma in IT, EMR, - Bachelor Degree will be an added advantage.

·         2 – 5 years of experience working with data entry and management

·         Trained in Ms Excel, Ms Access, Epi-info, SPSS, and other software

·         Experience working with health data and input to the Health Management Information System

·         Experience working with providers and client level  data

·         Experience with DQA, and developing data quality improvement plans

·         Experience working with databases and software programs, including PROMIS

·         Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili.

·         Ability to travel up to 30% of time

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Admin Assistant (1 position in Kilimanjaro)

Position Overview: The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing administrative and office support to the Sauti Kilimanjaro office to ensure smooth running of the office. This includes providing administrative/office support to visitors and/or consultants.  Assist with the maintenance of office assets, stores management and requesting for supplies/equipment needed for the Office. S/he will work closely with the Regional Program Manager, Kilimanjaro to ensure administrative functions are implemented and will proactively identify gaps and make suggestions for improvement.

Job requirements:

·         Minimum Diploma in Office Administration or related field and/or minimum 2 years relevant experience

·         Secretarial training and office/Administration management.

·         Experience working in a busy office within the private sector especially with an international organization

·         Computer skills including demonstrated hands on-experience with MS Word, MS Power Point, and MS Excel.

·         Basic store keeping or asset management experience will be an added advantage

·         Proficiency in both written and spoken English and Kiswahili.

·         A broad variety of administrative, office management and computer skills

·         Excellent organizational skills including the ability to handle a variety of assignments sometimes under pressure of deadlines.

·         Be cooperative, hardworking, flexible & dependable.

·         Ability to communicate effectively, instilling trust and confidence.

·         Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

·         Be of high integrity and have a sense of confidentiality

·         Be willing to take on extra responsibilities in order to achieve the goals/objectives set by the organization

·         Ability to travel up to 40% of the time

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Program Assistant (1 position in Dar es Salaam and 1 position in Kilimanjaro)

Position Overview: To provide activity planning and implementation support for the Sauti Program activities, including workshops, trainings, conferences, field surveys, project assessments, meetings etc.

Job requirements:

·         Degree in social science or related degree; or Advanced Diploma with a good pass in English.  Secretarial training and office management skills highly desirable.

·         Demonstrated basic accounting skills with experience in petty cash management.

·         Excellent computer skills (including MsWord, and MsExcel)

·         Previous experience in administration including development of budgets and correspondence

·         Previous experience in organizing meetings, agendas and handling cash advance payments

·         Excellent interpersonal skills and organizational skills

·         Previous experience working with USG funded programs and local implementing partners is highly desired

·         Ability to work in an efficient and prompt manner in areas of correspondence, logistics for local travel, filing, and record-keeping.

·         Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills in English and Kiswahili

·         Ability to travel up to 40% time

FOR ALL POSITIONS - Tanzanian nationals who have previous experience working with an international organization are preferred.

Jhpiego offers a competitive package selected candidates in line with salary history, academic qualifications and relevant experience.

To apply please indicate the position title and region of reference on the envelop or subject line of your e-mail.  Applications should also include an up-to-date CV with three contactable professional references, a cover letter and your salary history. Applications which do NOT include ALL of these elements will NOT be considered.  

The application should be addressed to:

Senior Human Resource Manager

Jhpiego

Plot 72, Block 45B, New Bagamoyo Road - Victoria

PO Box 9170

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

OR send the application through email at:  HRTZ@jhpiego.net 

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The closing date for applications is 9^th November, 2015 at 5.00pm.