Tutors (Textile and Fashion Design - Diploma course) - VETA

Tutors (Textile and Fashion Design - Diploma course) - VETA

The Vocational Education and Training Authority (VETA) is an autonomous Government Agency established by the Act of Parliament No.1 of 1994. It is responsible for regulating, coordinating, financing and providing Vocational Education and Training in Tanzania.
The Authority invites qualified, dynamic, self-motivated and committed applicants from Tanzania to fill the following vacant positions:
Four (4) Positions for the following areas of specialization:
1. Fine art and graphics - 1 position
2. Textile technology - 1 position
3. Fashion designing - 2 positions
Job title: Tutors (Textile and Fashion Design - Diploma course)
Duty station: Dar es Salaam Regional Vocational Training and Services Centre

JOB PURPOSE
To effectively and efficiently impart knowledge, skill and attitudes to trainees through classroom and practical sessions in order to produce quality and competent vocational trainees to meet the requirement of the Textile and Fashion designing sub-sector.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
(i) Participate in the preparation of annual plan and budget through meeting, discussion at departmental level for onward submission to Principal.
(ii) To prepare training plans and scheme of works by interpreting curriculum and teaching guidelines in view to achieve set objective.
(iii) To supervise, assess and evaluate trainees during practical session in order to measure the performance of trainees and suggest for remedies (if needed).
(iv) To effectively and efficiently carry out assessment and evaluation of training/teaching through tests and examinations with the aim of measuring their understanding.
(v) To initiate improvement of training curriculum in relation to trends in the market through monthly/quarterly report, meetings and forums in view to provide training that will respond to VET curricular requirement.
(Vi) To provide counseling and guidance to trainees through discussion or consultation in view to ensure good conduct, discipline and solutions to problems facing trainees.
(vii) To keep assessment records for the subject he/she is teaching for onward submission to the Principal.
(viii) To effectively and efficiently participate in course evaluation by preparing evaluation tool and involVing trainees in evaluation in a view to check relevance of its curricula.
(ix) Prepare monthly, quarterly/annually financial progress report by consolidating progress station records for onward submission to the superior.
(x) Any other teaching duties that you may be assigned by the Head of Department - Textile and Fashion Design Course.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND ATTRIBUTES:
• Degree/ Advanced Diploma in Fashion Design; or Degree/ Advanced Diploma in Fine Art; or
Degree/ Advanced Diploma in Home Economics with focus on Tailoring or Degree/ Advanced Diploma in Textile technology
A minimum experience of three (3) years in Fashion/textile/Fine Art/Home Economics field; Age limit is between 25 and 45 years old;
Must have good communication proficiency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili. A candidate with passion in fashion design will have an added advantage
Interested candidates should submit their applications with relevant supporting documents and information including detailed curriculum vitae, copies of certificates, full address at work/home including phone numbers, fax and email address where available, recent passport size photograph and names, address/ telephone numbers of three referees so as to reach the undersigned not later than Thursday the 6th May 2010.

Applications should be addressed to:

Regional Director, VETA Oar es Salaam Zone, P.O. Box 40274, Oar es Salaam.
Those who will not hear from us within one month after the closing date should consider themselves unsuccessful.

MAINTENANCE ENGINEER (1 Post) - TAZAMA PIPELINES LIMITED

MAINTENANCE ENGINEER (1 Post) - TAZAMA PIPELINES LIMITED

TAZAMA Pipelines Limited an interstate organization owned by the United Republic of Tanzania and the Republic of Zambia and which deals in transportation of crude oil from Dar es Salaam to Ndola, Zambia, wishes to invite applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the under-mentioned posts:-

MAINTENANCE ENGINEER (1 Post)
QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
• Be able to frequently travel outside Dar Es Salaam on routine maintenance programmes and emergency assignments
• Practical knowledge in light and heavy duty equipment
• At least three years experience in diesel engines and having worked in a reputable firm.
• Age not more than 35 years

MODE OF APPLICATION
I Application in own handwriting with detailed CV including photocopies of relevant academic certificates for Plant Operator, and photocopies of certificates of competence driving license and academic certificates for drivers should be submitted to the undersigned within two weeks from the date of this advertisement. .

HEAD HUMAN RESOURCE TAZAMA PIPELINES LIMITED PO BOX 2157
DAR ES SALAAM

PLANT OPERATOR (1 Post)

PLANT OPERATOR (1 Post)

QUALIFICATIONS:
• Full technician certificate in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from recognized institute of higher learning
• Very good command of both written and spoken English and Kiswahili language
• Working experience not less than three years in a reputable firm
• Age not more than 30 years

MODE OF APPLICATION
I Application in own handwriting with detailed CV including photocopies of relevant academic certificates for Plant Operator, and photocopies of certificates of competence driving license and academic certificates for drivers should be submitted to the undersigned within two weeks from the date of this advertisement. .
HEAD HUMAN RESOURCE TAZAMA PIPELINES LIMITED PO BOX 2157
DAR ES SALAAM

ACCOUNTANT

ACCOUNTANT

Maintain files, type a variety of documents, reports and records, enter daily worksheets to the general ledger system, assist with purchase orders, invoices, and ensure compliance of standard practices
.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelors degree In Environmental Science, Public Health or an environmental field and a minimum of 6 years of professional experience working in pesticides management handling and disposal, industrial hygiene, or related field OR Masters Degree in above fields and 3 years of experience.
• Knowledge of Supplemental Environmental Assessments, host country regulations, best practices required; additional knowledge of Code of Federal Regulations Section 216 and international treaties strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize work, assemble and coordinate materials, and serve as a team player in a fast paced environment.

HOW TO APPLY:
Candidates who fully meet the requirements should submit a cover letter indicating the title and location of the desired position along with a detailed CV, including a daytime telephone contact and three references to cihstaffing.rti@gmail.com and cc cihstaffing@rti.org. You may also send applications directly to the project office at E-Mart Building 1st floor, 60 Nyerere Road next to Tigo Sales Office. Deadline for submission is April '30, 2010. Only short listed applicants will be contacted. RTI is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. .

REGIONAL TECHNICAL TEAM LEAD (RTTL)

REGIONAL TECHNICAL TEAM LEAD (RTTL)

Location: Tabora (1 Post) & Shinyanga (1 Post)
Responsible to: Field Office Program Coordinator (FOPC)
Technical Supervisor: Technical Director (TD)
Supervises: Program Officers for PMTCT I C&T, Laboratory Support and Community Linkages.
PURPOSE OF POST:
The RTIL is responsible for the leadership, coordination and management of the technical staff for one region in an EGPAF Field Office. The RTIL's main objective is to guarantee the technical performance of the EGPAF supported HIV programs in the respective region.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP OF REGIONAL TECHNICAL TEAM
Reporting to the FOPC, and under the technical supervision of the TD, the RTIL provides the technical leadership to the supported programs in the assigned region, in close collaboration with the Program Coordinators, Technical Advisors and senior management based in the DSM head office and the FOPC;
In close collaboration with the FOPC, the RTIL leads, coordinates, manages and builds capacity of EGPAF's technical team based in the field office and assigned to the specific region, including the Program Officers for PMTCT I C&T, Community Linkages and Laboratory Services;
The RTIL assures a complete and well functioning technical team in the respective region, including the timely communication on additional staffing needs and the participation in the recruitment of new technical team members; wherever and whenever necessary, the RTIL can temporarily take over or complement the responsibilities of the supervised Program Officers; The RTIL will act as the focal person for 01 and TBHIV integration and assures that related activities are implemented in the work plans of the supervised program officers;
In collaboration with the FOPC and relevant other (technical) team members, the RTIL is responsible for the systematic preparation and orientation of new technical team members for their new position;
In collaboration with the FOPC and operations team of the Field Office, the RTIL is responsible for the timely development of efficient work plans for the supervised technical staff and the monitoring of the progress versus planned activities and targets in these work plans;
The RTIL is responsible for the effective planning and documentation of the communication and support provided to EGPAF's sUb-grantees, including but not limited to supportive supervision, telephone communications etc;
The RTIL is responsible for the identification of new partners, and the effective collaboration with existing partners, in PMTCT and/or Care and Treatment service implementation in the region.

ASSURING TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE OF PROGRAMMES:
Within the boundaries of the roles and responsibilities that come with this position, the RTIL's main responsibility is to strengthen and assure the technical performance of the programs that are supported by EGPAF in the respective region, including PMTCT, C&T, TBHIV integration, Quality Improvement, Early Infant Oiagnosis, Laboratory Support, Supply Chain Management and Community Linkages;
Strongly related to assuring the technical performance, the RTIL collaborates closely with EGPAFs M&E and Data Management departments in assuring data and reporting quality and in using M&E for effective program management;
The RTIL is responsible for the provision of adequate technical support of the technical team to EGPAF's sub-grantees and relevant stakeholders, including but not limited to quarterly supportive supervision to each district in the respective region.
The RTIL collaborates with Program Coordinators, Technical Advisors and the C&G team in developing and reviewing sub-grantees' proposals to assure realistic target setting and adequate allocation of resources;
The RTIL will collaborate closely with FOPC and compliance staff in comparing the programmatic versus financial performance of sub-grantees;

REPORTING AND COMMUNICATION
• The RTIL will actively involve the FOPC in all relevant communication;
In collaboration with the Program Officer M&E, the RTIL is responsible for the timely submission of high quality quarterly, semi-annual and annual progress reports to EGPAF DSM, donors and MOHSW for that respective region;
The RTIL is responsible for the timely submission of work plans, reports on activities performed, or any other report, as required by FOPC, CD, TO or their delegates;
The RTIL is responsible for the timely reporting on program challenges to the FOPC and relevant other EGPAF staff members;
• The RTIL, in collaboration with the relevant technical staff in DSM, is responsible for the timely and effective communication of important technical and programmatic information to EGPAF's sub-grantees and other relevant stakeholders;
The RTIL will participate in the production of written documents including best practices and lessons learned.

REPRESENTATION AND OTHER DUTIES
Represent the Foundation at regional and national meetings as requested by the FOPC; Perform as acting FOPC whenever requested by the FOPC;
Perform other relevant program related duties as assigned by the FOPC.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Medical or paramedical background;
Experience in providing technical assistance in PMTCT and Care and Treatment service provision; At least two years professional and practical. experience in the provision and management of HIV AIDS programs in developing countries;
Experience in working in a rural or peri-urban health facility in Tanzania; Thorough understanding of the Tanzanian health care system;
Masters in Public Health would be an advantage.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Dedicated and reliable manager and team player;
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, set priorities and work independently;
• Ability to work with an international NGO as well as international donors; Strong computer literacy;
Fluency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili;
 
HOW TO APPLY
EGPAF is an equal opportunities employer and these positions are open to all, but ONLY
Qualified candidates should submit a CV and a cover letter explaining how the ex~r1en~ detailed in the CV will contribute to the requirements of the position and references to EGPAF.
Submissions may be sent to:
The Human Resource Manager, EGPAF,
P.O. BOX 1628,
Oysterbay, Haile Selasie Road Plot # 8 & 10, Oar es Salaam,
Tanzania. Or e-mail: recruitmen.tanzania@pedaids.org
Closing date: 4th May 2010
If you have not heard from us within 3 weeks after the closing date, you can assume that your application was not successful.

PROGRAM OFFICER PMTCT & C& T

PROGRAM OFFICER PMTCT & C& T

Responsible to: Field Office Program Coordinator/ Regional team lead
Technical Supervisor: Technical advisors for PMTCT and care and treatment
Location: Mtwara (1 post)


PURPOSE OF POST:
The Program Officer PMTCT and C&T is a critical member of the EGPAF team in Tanzania. Responsible for implementing a quality of care strategy by supporting health facilities in PMTCT and C& T management. The PO PC has the responsibility to support and provide technical assistance (through supportive supervision) for the implementation of high quality HIV/AIDS care at EGPAF supported sites. They have the important task to oversee the continuum of care and a variety of!!! services including PMTCT, C&T (including TBHIV integration) and EID. They play an important role in M&E and QI. Although they are not directly responsible for TCB, CL or LAB, they inform these; departments when they notice issues which are related to these departments' activities.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists in co-ordination of Care and Treatment and PMTCT in the programs Co-ordinate care and treatment and PMTCT activities at local partner sites
Assists in co-ordination training of health workers at project sites as deemed necessary Conduct supportive supervision and technical assistance and share findings with other program staff, the FOPC and technical supervisor
Ensure and strengthen linkage between PMTCT and care and treatment
Support and monitor implementation of integrated programs including TB/HIV, early infant diagnosis (EID), and PITC according to national guidelines
Participate in the development of quarterly work plans for themselves, the sub offices and country office
To assist TCB, CL and LAB in the supervision of these programs
Provide technical inputs and assistance to health facilities and project staff
Visit health facilities and provide on site technical assistance to health facilities and project staf including sit- ins at the clinic days, assisting sites in data collection and submit to EGPAF country office
Together with sub grantees, plan and oversee sub grantee site activities as stipulated in proposals (To systematically monitor the progress versus planned activities I targets.) Providing feedback to sub grantee and other relevant stakeholders based on integrated supportive supervision, M&E and specific departmental reports.
To systematically provide guidance for improvement and follow up whether or not issues have been solved, or advice has been followed.
Identifying site staff training needs, organize and facilitate trainings when required Participate in development of proposals and work plans for PMTCT and C&T sub grantees Supervising district mentors' activities in assigned districts
Facilitate quality improvement of service delivery by sub-grantees
Apply QI principles in regular supportive supervision through focusing on priority areas and utilizing QI-based methods Itools for improvement.
Build site staff capacity to perform routine quality assessments at least once every 6 months at site level; analyzing and providing feedback on results to site staff, CHMT, PC-QI, immediate supervisor and where possible RHMT.
Assist health facilities in formulating, implementing and following up Quality Improvement Projects (QIPs), providing technical assistance regularly and when requested through regular supportive supervision, QI meetings and other site visits.
Ensure sites trained in QI meet regularly to discuss quality of services and to plan for improvement where needed. This might require the PO to attend the meeting or to receive the meeting minutes and submit to PC-Q!.
Facilitate monitoring and evaluation of our sub grantees
To perform a systematic supervision of M&E systems and to make effective use of M&E data to monitor performance and to provide feedback.
Make use of CTC 2 and GLASER data base to monitor performance of sub grantee Assist sites with quarterly preparation of C&T and PMTCT reports when necessary
Assist in the preparation and review, compilation and submission of PMTCT, C&T, T8tHIV, PITC reports to the M&E department
Track progress at individuals sites through site visits and reports Participate in the orientation of newly recruited POs and visitors
Facilitate communication with partners and donors
Acts as the main contact person for sub-grantees to coordinate the communication between sub-grantee, Field office and other program staff
Provide feed- back to sub-grantee and other relevant stakeholders based on 155, M&E and specific departments
Advocate for inclusion of PMTCT and C& T activities in the CCHP
Reflective practice and organizational learning
Document lessons learnt and provide inputs into the way forward/best practices for project implementation
Assist in the dissemination of lessons learnt and better practices from the program.
 
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Medical degree or equivalent (or other clinician. Le AMO, CO or Nursing Officer preferably with Masters in Public Health)
Preference will be given to those with:
o Previous training in care and treatment and PMTCT according to the Tanzania NACP
guidelines.
o Experience in providing care and treatment and PMTCT services in a community setting
o Experience with research programs
o Writing analytical reports
Computer literacy is necessary and the applicant should be comfortable working with the basic Microsoft packages (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Energetic, pro-active, independent and self motivated
Excellent analytical, oral, written and interpersonal communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects while working as part of team 5kills and knowledge in capacity building
Fluency in English, both oral and written
Knowledge of Kiswahili language
Ability to work at a high level with limited supervision and ability to work well as part of a team. Ability to travel within assigned region or to other parts of the country

DESIRABLE SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Experience in working for a health project or an international NGO
 
WORKING STATION
The successful applicants will be based in Mtwara and travel to other parts of the country may be necessary

HOW TO APPLY
EGPAF is an equal opportunities employer and these positions are open to all, but ONLY
Qualified candidates should submit a CV and a cover letter explaining how the ex~r1en~ detailed in the CV will contribute to the requirements of the position and references to EGPAF.
Submissions may be sent to:
The Human Resource Manager, EGPAF,
P.O. BOX 1628,
Oysterbay, Haile Selasie Road Plot # 8 & 10, Oar es Salaam,
Tanzania. Or e-mail: recruitmen.tanzania@pedaids.org
Closing date: 4th May 2010
If you have not heard from us within 3 weeks after the closing date, you can assume that your application was not successful.

IT MANAGER (MBEYA)

IT MANAGER (MBEYA)

DUTIES:
Maintains a thorough knowledge of the organization and adheres to all organizational standards.
Manages the acquisition, installation and maintenance of the WRP's local area network hardware/software.
Manages network operations to include: troubleshooting connectivity problems; installing & maintaining routers; adding/terminating users; assigning rights and access; resetting passwords; establishing e-mail addresses; assessing and reporting operational status; performing backups and restores; etc.
Conducts technology orientation and exit briefing for all staff; prepares technology and systems for new and existing staff.
Ensures technology documents/certificates such as product registrations, SSL certificates, maintenance agreements, service contracts, etc. related to technology operations and/or technology services are evaluated, updated, processed and filed.
Implements, administrates and maintains databases.
As needed and appropriate but no less than annually, provides input and suggestions for the creation or revision of written IT policy guidance to managers, supervisors and staff ..
Provides technical supervision of the IT assistant; supervises as directed; annually updates IT job descriptions; completes IT staff evaluations. Performs routine preventive maintenance on hardware and software. Analyzes technology requirements and develops functional specifications. Conducts comparative analysis and competitive bidding when necessary.
Assists staff in understanding and using technology; conducts regular staff IT presentations and trainings.
Presents and implements technological alternatives to streamline functions and improve productivity.
Develops and maintains technology policies, standards and procedures manual; develops and maintains related IT checklists and SOP's. Responsible for troubleshooting workstations, networks, software applications, phones, copiers and other technologies.
Manages technology inventory in coordination with the Acquisitions Manager to include procurement and disposal.
Ensures compliance with all software licensing agreements. Manages and safeguards software media and associated licenses. Tracks software versions. Maintains centralized software use log.
Develops annual IT goals and detailed plans for goal accomplishment. Creates and maintains LAN/WAN maintenance logs.
Responsible for the discovery, mitigation and documentation of IT risks. Responsible for the completion of monthly risk management reports.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of technical education and experience.

COMPUTER SKILLS;
The following computer proficiency1~ (are) required' Internet - .ExptClr~r;Jv1icrosof! Access;. Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Outlook; Microsoft PowerPoint; Microsoft Publisher; Microsoft Word; Lotus Notes.

OTHER SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Fluent in English and Kiswahili.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts (basic math).
Knowledge of and experience with: LANS/WANS; Windows Server Environment; Microsoft SQL Server; Microsoft Exchange; Internet
Information Services; backup systems; network/workstation peripherals; print servers; firewalls, spam & antivirus hardware/software; JavaScript, HTML, Cascading Style Sheets; hard drives hardware drivers, etc.).

APPLICATION MODE:
Cover letters and resumes should be sent to the site director, po box 2410, mbeya or emailed to resume-wrp@hivresearch.org