Team Leader: USAID East, Central, and South Africa (ECSA) evaluation

JOB

from International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc.

Closing date: 12 Jun 2015

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc. (IBTCI), a U.S. based international development consulting company established in 1987, has worked in over one hundred countries and has implemented over two hundred projects. IBTCI has served governments, private sector companies and several donor agencies.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

IBTCI is seeking a Team Leader/Lead Investigator to lead the East, Central and Southern Africa Health Community (ECSA-HC) evaluation. The purpose of the evaluation is to assess ECSA-HC performance in implementing USAID/East Africa and USAID/South Africa's projects and the contribution to USAID's development objectives. The evaluation is expected to last 5-6 weeks with some additional pre-field and post-field work.

Evaluation Team Leader/Lead Investigator: The TL is ultimately responsible for the overall management of the evaluation team and the final products. In addition, the TL is responsible for coordinating evaluation activities and ensuring the production and completion of an evaluation report in conformance with this scope of work and timelines. The TL will also ensure high quality analysis, writing quality and report integration. S/he is also responsible for quality assurance and timeliness of all deliverables. S/he is responsible for the writing of the final evaluation report and preparing and submitting all Task Order deliverables. S/he will also lead the preparation and presentation of the key evaluation findings and recommendations to the USAID team and other stakeholders.

All team members report to the Team Leader.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• A post-graduate degree in public health or an applicable social sciences field.

Desired Experience:

• Extensive experience in conducting mixed methods (combining quantitative and qualitative) evaluations/assessments in Sub-Saharan Africa
• Strong familiarity with health, nutrition, health systems strengthening and monitoring and evaluation/knowledge management
• Excellent oral and written skills in English are required
• Experience in leading evaluation teams and preparing high quality documents
• Prior experience in Eastern and Southern Africa is highly desired.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please submit application documents to https://ibtci.devhire.devex.com/jobs under "Team Leader: USAID East, Central, and South Africa Health Community (ECSA-HC) Evaluation". Any difficulties with applying please contact yinanli[at]ibtci[dot]com.

Only final applicants will be contacted. IBTCI is an equal opportunity employer

SENIOR PROGRAMME OFFICER, HEALTH AND NUTRITION

The Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) is a private, non-denominational, international development agency promoting creative and effective solutions to selected problems that impede social and economic development in parts of Africa and Asia. AKF-Tanzania is part of the AKF-East Africa regional structure that supports programmes in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. In Tanzania, AKF is managing a robust and expanding portfolio of multi-sectorial initiatives that includes programmes in rural economic development, education, early childhood development, health, nutrition and civil society strengthening.

AKF Tanzania invites applications from qualified and dynamic candidates for the position of Senior Programme Officer, Health and Nutrition based in Dar-es-Salaam and reporting to the Country Director. This position is part of AKF Tanzania’s core team that would provide the successful candidate with an exciting opportunity to oversee and shape the health and nutrition programming portfolio of the Foundation in Tanzania and exposure to the East Africa region. This is a highly demanding position and the successful candidate will be expected to take lead in the health and nutrition sector – leading and contributing to AKF-T’s strategic directions, programme development, resource mobilisation, grant management, and learning and policy engagement in health and nutrition. Specific responsibilities include:

· Provide technical oversight and quality control of health and nutrition programmes;

· Fulfil all grant management responsibilities for on-going and future grants/projects including writing and overseeing the development of high quality progress reports, project implementation plans and performance monitoring frameworks, identifying implementation challenges and recommending solutions, and ensuring excellent, cooperative relationships with partner institutions;

· Lead program development and resource mobilisation for AKF’s health, nutrition and early childhood development portfolio in Tanzania; Develop and/or contribute to successful programme proposals in-line with AKF’s regional health, nutrition and ECD strategy and wider AKDN priorities

· Implement a robust learning system for the health and nutrition sector that enables learning to inform policies, programme and practices; and

· Foster productive relationship with key stakeholders including relevant ministries and government authorities, networks, working groups, policy forums, development partners, donor agencies, private sector and civil society organizations working on health, nutrition and early childhood development.

The ideal candidate will have:

1. Minimum of a Master’s degree in health, nutrition or related field;
2. At least six years of solid experience working within the health system, public health and/or project management on health and/or nutrition projects;
3. Experience of working with maternal, newborn and child health and/or nutrition programmes. Experience in early childhood development is an added advantage;
4. Proven experience in grant/project management;
5. Demonstrated capacity to write high quality reports for donor projects and analytical briefs;
6. Programme development experience with ability to write strong proposals and responsive bids for new programming;
7. Strong familiarity with monitoring and evaluation methodologies and logical frameworks;
8. Exceptional written and verbal skills in English. Knowledge of Kiswahili will be an advantage;
9. Knowledge of programme and budget planning processes and a solid understanding of project funds management;
10. Strong leadership, teamwork and management skills;
11. Ability to multi-task and work on tight timelines;
12. Thorough understanding of the global and national efforts on health and nutrition;
13. Experience of working in Tanzania or East Africa

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV (not exceeding four pages) and the names and contact information of three referees before close of business at 1700 hrs on Friday, 19 June 2015, addressed to the Country Director, Aga Khan Foundation, Tanzania, by e-mail torecruit.akftz@akdn.org. Please mention the title of the position and do not attach any document other than the CV and cover letter.*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.*

e-PGD in Global Health PSM -second batch starts today

Dear friends,

Welcome to the second batch of our Online Post Graduate Diploma in Global Health Procurement and Supply Chain Management conducted by Empower School of Public Health.
We have our whatsapp group as a platform for discussions and trouble shooting. I would appreciate if I could get phone numbers for those who are ready to start.
If you managed to register for the course and you are yet to do the payment;Please do and get in touch with me. We can see what can be done as per your convenience.
Kindly note that apart from being accredited by several international organisations; the course has also been accredited by Kent University of the US.
Welcome on board. Enjoy it!

Evans Mwemezi
Student Counsellor
Mob: 0754 876688/ 0715 876688

Accountant - Tanzania Branch Samsung Electronics East Africa Ltd - Tanzania

Reporting to the Finance manager, the Job holder is responsible for Management of Company Assets mainly Cash, Fixed Assets, Samples and Staff Claims.

The job holder will Manage Treasury to ensure adequate cash flow and cash mix decisions, review and process staff claims and manage Fixed Assets & Sample Management to ensure Company assets are recorded correctly and accurately.

Summary of Roles &  Responsibilities:

Treasury Management & Bank Reconciliation

• To prepare weekly bank reconciliations.
• To ensure sound and adequate cash flow balance.
• To prepare Weekly cash flow projection.
• To prepare approval and payment for forex deals.

• To prepare cash flow reports and related documentation.

Asset Management

• To prepare annual asset planning and projection.
• To oversee the approval and procurement of company assets.
• To Maintain Asset register and Asset Master.
• To Maintain sample register and sample Master.
• To facilitate in ensuring the safeguarding of company assets.

General Ledger Expense Management

• To ensure that expenses are posted to the correct general ledgers.
• To check the accuracy and validity of all employee claims and reimbursements
• To Check and ensure that expenses are captured in the correct cost centres
• To Oversee timely posting of all expense and monitor and report any delayed expenses.

 Human Capital Development Training

• To orientate and training of new employees on finance policies and procedures.
• To train and offer adequate support to interns and other employees on finance processes.
• To offer support and training to all employees regarding finance and accounting processes.

Risk Management

• Ensure that appropriate financial regulations and controls are in place and in use at all times;
• Ensure that the company complies with the tax and reporting regulations of the various countries in which it is involved;
• Ensure the procurement of assets is done in a cost effective manner;
• Ensure responsible system GPPM utilization by self and the entire branch;
• Recommend process and systems improvement to enhance quality and efficiency within the business;
• Prepare periodic (weekly, monthly, quarterly etc.) management and ad hoc reports.

Reporting

• To ensure monthly and annual closing is completed on time
• To prepare monthly reports on posting and settlement of expense
• To prepare weekly reports on cash flow forecasting and management.
• To prepare reports on aging of overdue payments and other open items.

Finance Budgeting and Planning

• To Facilitate in preparation of financial budgeting and planning for the branch
• To Facilitate in the transfer of funds for the branch

This position is urgent and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us by 15th June 2015, consider yourself unsuccessful.

Desired Skills and Experience

Competencies required for this Role

• Business related degree
• 3 years’ experience in an accounting role
• Professional accounting qualification e.g. ACCA or CPA  T or its equivalent
• Knowledge of Tanzania tax laws and business environment affecting the business
• Drive for Results
• Creative intelligence
• Navigating organizations
• Building Best teams
• Inspiring others

This position is available to Tanzania Citizens only.

Health Economist-University of the Witwatersrand - Johannesburg,South Africa

Job description

VACANCY FOR POSITION IN HEALTH ECONOMICS 

Johannesburg, South Africa 

An opening exists for an energetic researcher for program on cost effectiveness and evidence-based approaches in setting health priorities and maximizing their impact in SA. The work will build on PRICELESS SA already established base of economic evaluation that is immediately relevant to health priorities in South Africa www.pricelesssa.ac.za . This position is located in the PRICELESS SA (Priority Cost Effective lessons for Systems Strengthening) secretariat at the MRC/Wits Rural Public Health and Health Transitions Research Unit (Agincourt), University of the Witwatersrand offices, School of Public Health in Johannesburg. The Wits School of Public Health is an attractive new building near the Faculty of Health Sciences. Johannesburg is a world class city with attractive residential suburbs and exciting cultural hubs.

Background: The main goals of PRICELESS-SA (Priority cost-effective lessons for systems strengthening-South Africa) are to:

• Provide policymakers with information on ‘Best Buys’ for public health

· Strengthen local capacity to develop economic evidence for setting priorities

In this era of fiscal restraint there is a need to understand better how to use resources. This established secretariat works with key stakeholders including the National Department of Health. We engage with top academics across the country and internationally with others including NICE International UK and the HITAP Health Intervention and Technology Assessment Program in Thailand.

Brief Description

Detailed Description

Job Requirements

Responsibilities: The current opening is for a versatile individual who can both provide statistical and economic analysis support to the team and take leadership on individual research studies. Work is expected to be in health technology assessment with opportunities for wider application of health economics.

Requirements: 

• Health economist, a Masters or PhD degree in economics or a related field, such as operational research, medical science decision making, actuary or epidemiologist.
• Strong quantitative skills and a broad technical competence.
• Enthusiasm for working in a multi-disciplinary environment and a team player.
• Experience in carrying out applied priority setting research in South Africa or other low or middle income settings.
• Strong communication skills and proven track record of peer-reviewed publications.
• A demonstrated ability to develop and implement research projects.
• Demonstrated leadership potential, resourcefulness, and intellectual creativity.
• Ability to prepare grant proposals would be an advantage

Remuneration: Highly competitive salary dependent on qualifications, experience and level of appointment. Package can include Medical Insurance (optional). Appointment Initially for three years, contract renewable.

Enquiries: Interested applicants may obtain more detailed information from Karen Hofman on Karen.Hofman@wits.ac.za and +27 11 717 2083/2624; or www.pricelesssa.ac.za 

ACT Coordinator (Local country nationals only) - Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation - Tanzania

Job description

Job Summary
Overview:
The ACT “Lead Implementing Partner (IP) Project” will support programmatic and financial grants management on the Children’s Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF’s) behalf for recipients of CIFF funding under theAccelerating Children’s HIV/AIDS Treatment (ACT) Initiative. ACT is a $200 million joint public-private partnership between the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and CIFF to double the total number of children receiving ART in priority African countries over the next two years. As part of CIFF’s $50 million contribution to ACT, CIFF will directly fund 10 international and local NGOs to reach ACT targets in Kenya, Malawi and Tanzania. The “Lead IP” project implemented by EGPAF will provide CIFF with programmatic and financial monitoring support of these 10 partners across three countries.
This position is open to local country nationals only.

Job Responsibilities:
EGPAF’s ACT Coordinator, Lead IP Project in Tanzania will serve as the project’s main point of contact in country and will be responsible for the day-to-day in-country programmatic and operational/financial monitoring for a portfolio of 6 implementing partner organizations under the CIFF-funded ACT Initiative. The ACT Coordinator will provide support throughout the life of award to track progress of the CIFF-funded implementing partners’ activities and their ACT targets, to ensure implementing partners’ compliance with donor and legal requirements, and to flag issues and challenges as they arise. Key tasks will include the following:


Monitoring and Support of Implementing Partners (IPs)

• Organize and lead individual monthly calls with IPs (in collaboration with EGPAF’s Lead IP Global Management Team) to track implementation progress and discuss challenges. Prepare brief written summary of key issues/discussion points following the IP monthly calls
• Monitor deadlines and ensure programmatic and financial reports from IPs are submitted on-time in the correct format:

• Collect and review quarterly programmatic progress reports submitted by IPs. Write brief quarterly summaries of the key results, achievements and challenges across all IPs in-country for the Lead IP Global Management Team
• Collect and review quarterly financial reports submitted by IPs for cost reasonableness and compliance with donor terms, and flag any concerns to the Lead IP Global Management Team

• Conduct quarterly review of IPs’ PEPFAR MER indicators to analyze progress against ACT targets; flag areas of concern for Lead IP Global Management Team
• Organize and conduct scheduled quarterly visits to each IP country office for programmatic and operational monitoring:

• For programmatic monitoring, discuss/review IP progress against work plan objectives/activities, milestones and targets
• For quarterly operational monitoring, review financial documentation and sample transactions to assure that expenditures are proper and incompliance with donor and organizational policies and applicable laws
• Prepare clear and substantiated IP country office visit reports summarizing any programmatic, financial or operational issues identified
• Administer EGPAF short-term technical assistance (STTA) checklist during quarterly visits, identifying potential need for TA and working with Lead IP Global Management Team to request support for IPs with programmatic, financial or operational weaknesses

• Conduct limited visits to selected IP sites for supportive monitoring (including register spot checks for data quality). Prepare site visit reports for Lead IP Global Management Team summarizing any programmatic or M&E/data quality issues identified
• Work with CIFF Country POC, PEPFAR and IPs  to address challenges identified during routine monitoring as needed, in consultation with Lead IP Global Management Team
• If necessary, provide logistical support and coordination for CIFF’s external auditors for any expenditure audit required
• Provide support/input to Lead IP Senior Project Manager for development of mid- and final-project reports to CIFF
• Flag any potential breaches in sharing confidential/proprietary information to Lead IP Global Management Team
• File documentation in the required award files and Agreement Management System as directed by Lead IP Global Management Team

Other Responsibilities

• Understand project “firewall” to assure confidentiality of IPs’ programmatic and financial information  and behave in accordance with firewall requirements at all times, maintaining a strict separation of information between Lead IP work and conversations with EGPAF colleagues in the country office
• Maintain excellent working relationships with EGPAF colleagues, the CIFF Country Manager, PEPFAR team and implementing partners
• Other relevant duties as assigned by the Lead IP Global Management Team

Desired Skills and Experience

Qualifications

• At least 8 years’ program/project management experience in resource-limited settings working in the area of HIV (familiarity with pediatric care and treatment a plus)
• Past experience serving as a Senior Project Manager, Deputy Director or Project Director preferred
• Experience in managing sub-grantees including programmatic and financial/operations monitoring preferred
• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems
• Ability to communicate clearly in written and spoken English
• Proficient computer/software skills, including a command of MS Word and Excel

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with others in a global team environment
• Strong skills in diplomacy and relationship building with a variety of partners and stakeholders
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive and proprietary information
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to work independently, assess priorities, and manage a variety of activities with attention to detail
• Strong project management skills
• Ability to travel domestically for IP monitoring up to 20% of the time

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