Administrative Officer

Administrative Officer

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Sickle Cell Programme is a research programme in the Department of Haematology and Blood Transfusion at Muhimbili University of Health & Allied Sciences (MUHAS) in Dar-esSalaam, Tanzania. The programme conducts biomedical research, support health care, advocacy and training. The Sickle cell Programme has an employment opportunity for highly motivated and results-driven individual.

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER 

Reports to the Principal Investigator (PI)

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Providing administrative support principally for the Principal investigator (PI)
2. Manage the PI’s diary on daily, weekly and monthly basis
3. Logging, processing and disseminating correspondence for the PI’s.
4. Reviewing communication directed to PI and where appropriate summarizing, responding, initiating, fact-finding and or referring the matter to the appropriate officials.
5. Drafting standard correspondence; producing letters, papers, reports and other documentation to the highest standards of presentation;
6. Advance planning and logistical support for meetings (e.g. preparation of weekly schedules of visits and meetings, preparing agenda, briefing papers etc);
7. Provide support to the PI for visitors to the Sickle Cell Programme.

8. Acting as the first point of contact in the PI’s office for all internal and external enquires by telephone and in person. These enquiries are frequently of a confidential and/or sensitive nature and require understanding and discretion.
9. Responsible for the PI’s national/ international travel requirements including arrangement of accommodation, cars/taxis as required; managing all travel using the project approved travel providers via electronic booking system; researching and reserving domestic/ international flight reservations; ensuring that VISAs are applied for when required.
10. Manage HR, management, financial issues related to the PI.
11. Ensure proper documentation of the office documents related to the PI.
12. Perform any other duties as assigned by senior management in the Sickle Cell Programme.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
1. University degree in Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Business Management and other related field.
2. A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in relevant field.
3. Excellent written and spoken English & Kiswahili
4. Computer literate

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
This position will be on full time basis. Applicants should send their CV’s, scanned copies of transcripts/certificates and a cover letter outlining their suitability as per the job description to: jobs@blood.ac.tz or address it to: Principal Investigator, Sickle cell Programme, P. O. Box 65001, Dar Es Salaam latest by 16:00 PM on Monday, 11th June 2018. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

“Sickle cell programme is an equal opportunity employer”

JOBS AT TUMAINI UNIVERSITY MAKUMIRA

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Tumaini University Makumira (TUMA) invites applications from suitable, qualified, Assistant Lecturers and Lecturers to be considered for employment in teaching posts.

1. Assistant Lecturers 

Masters in Education or with Education in the following subjects: Mathematics, Geography, History and English from a recognized Higher Learning Institution.
• A candidate must have a minimum GPA of 4 in Master award and
• A minimum of 3.5 in Bachelor Degree award



2. Lecturers 

PhD in Education with a Master specialization in Mathematics, Geography, History and English
• A candidate must have a minimum GPA of 4 in Master award and
• A minimum of 3.5 in Bachelor Degree award

TUMA offers a competitive job package, including house allowance, medical and paid annual leave.
Successful applicants will be called for an interview and original certificates must be produced at the interview.

Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

TIME REQUIRED:
As soon as possible Send your application before 15th June, 2018 to:
THE VICE CHANCELLOR,
TUMAINI UNIVERSITY MAKUMIRA,
P. 0. Box 55,
USA-RIVER,
ARUSHA.

Associate Trainees - 4 Positions

Associate Trainees - 4 Positions

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IMMMA Advocates is one of the active law firms in the United Republic of Tanzania, with a multi-disciplinary team of lawyers working on various areas of practice. IMMMA Advocates is a member of DLA Piper Africa, an alliance of leading law firms working together in association with DLA Piper.

IMMMA is committed in developing the capability of its professionals and help them to realize their potential by achieving a consistently high standard in managing, training and supporting them and develop their careers.

IMMMA Advocates offers career opportunities to lawyers, graduates and business support professionals to experience the law in a practical way while enhancing their skills and knowledge and identify potential and promising candidates who can become entrenched as part of the global firm Therefore, we are looking for competent individuals to fill the below vacancies;

ASSOCIATE TRAINEES - 4 POSITIONS

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ASSOCIATE TRAINEE
Successful candidates will be offered a position of associate trainee for a maximum period of two years subject to annual professional performance evaluation that may entitle a successful associate trainee to qualify as full associate. As associate trainee, a qualified candidate shall be responsible for undertaking of legal assignments that may include but are not limited to;
1. drafting and issuing legal memorandum and opinion;
2. reviewing of various legal briefs as requested and instructed by clients;
3. drafting of pleadings and any other court documents;
4, assisting and advising clients on companies' incorporation, filing of annual returns and tax returns;
5. making follow ups at various registries;
6. preparing and disseminating various reports to clients on monthly or quarterly as/when they may be required by clients:
7. preparing presentations on legal topics affecting clients due to changes in laws or practical development in the law in the country;
8. preparing legal alerts to clients on matters that you have participated or conversant with;
9. assisting partners and senior associates on matters that are ongoing in courts and or tribunals, both local and international; and
10. attend to other duties as shall be assigned by the supervising partners from time to time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
1. A University degree in laws (L.L.B) from a recognized university with a minimum pass of upper second class. Postgraduate qualifications in Law (LLM) or in other fields will be added qualifications.
2. Holders of Postgraduate Diploma from Law school of Tanzania or other recognized qualifications by the Council for Legal Education that entitle the holder to practice before the High Court of Tanzania and other courts subordinate thereto (but not Primary Courts).
3. Ready to learn and work together as a team player to attract clients and high value work in the country, in Africa and globally.

MODE OF APPLICATION
If you fit the above qualifications and ready to take the challenges of this highly demanding profession, please submit your application together with copies of your certified certificates, your curriculum vitae and names of two professional referees to the addressee below: -


The Managing Partner,
IMMMA Advocates,
IMMMA House,
Plot No. 357, United Nations Road - Upanga,
P.O. Box 72484
DAR ES SALAAM
Or via Email : magai@immma.co.tz

Application deadline is June 15, 2018.

VACANCY OPPORTUNITY AT RTI INTERNATINAL

POST: GRANTS OFFICER - Dar es Salaam 

RTI International is an independent organization dedicated to conducting innovative, multidisciplinary research that improves the human condition. With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000 people, RTI offers innovative research and development and a full spectrum of multidisciplinary services.

RTI International is seeking staff for the U.S Agency for International Development (USAID) Promoting Tanzania's Environment, Conservation, and Tourism (PROTECT) project that addresses factors in Tanzania that threaten biodiversity conservation and natural resource management. USAID PROTECT is a 5-year activity that will end in Ma. 2020. We are recruiting a Grants Officer in Dar es Salaam.

POST: GRANTS OFFICER - Dar es Salaam 

The USAID PROTECT Grants Officer will assist in the day-to-day administration of grants awarded under the project that will encompass the solicitation phase through close-out. The Gran. Officer will assist to ensure performance of grants monitoring to assure compliance with (a) award-specific requirements and (b) applicable donor regulations as incorporated in awards. S/he works on team with USAID PROTECT Grants Assistant and the Grants Manager on a day-to-day basis.

Key responsibilities: 

    Support the administrative process of issuing of Request for Applications (RFA's) 

    Participate in conducting pre-award assessments and surveys 

    Ensure completeness of the grants award package, perform background checks on applicants and their key personnel. 

    As directed by the Project Grants Manager, perform monitoring of grantees and ensure that corrective action plan is followed through.

    Provide capacity building training to local organizations, which has been customized to meet the organization, needs 
    Process administrative documents for execution of award documents (pre-award authorizations, awards, modifications, etc.) 
    Review of grantee performance and ensure compliance with award terms and conditions 
    Review and process grantee advance requests, invoices,  and liquidations
    Assist in close-out process of grants 

Qualifications and Experience Requirements: 
    Bachelors' degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, International Relations, or related field 
    At least 6 years relevant experience in grants management/administration and international development projects, with a preference for experience on USAID-funded projects 
    Knowledge of USAID and USG assistance-related regulations 
    Fluent in English (both verbal and written) 
    Previous experience providing training and developing capacity building/sustainability plans for local organizations is preferred 

Skills 3 Abilities:
    Availability to travel throughout Tanzania on short trips to work with grantees 
    Strong interpersonal/relationship building skills 
    Excellent knowledge of MS Word, Outlook. PowerPoint, Excel. 
    Excellent oral and written communication skills 
    Coaching skills 
    Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines under pressure 
    Ability to multitask 
    Ability to work independently and within matrix project and program teams
    Attention to detail and accuracy

To Apply: 

Email cover letter and CV to hr@tzprotect.org by 12th June 2018. Applicants must include the POSITION TITLE in the subject line of the email. Please do not attach copies of certificates. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted RTI International does not use agents or require any form of payment in the recruitment process. RTI International is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V 

JOB AT CHILDREN'S BOOKS TANZANIA

Laboratory Attendant I (Sample Collector) - 2 Posts

Laboratory Attendant I (Sample Collector) - 2 Posts

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Applicants are invited from suitably qualified Tanzanians to fill the Vacant positions at SUA APOPO RODENT RESEARCH PROJECT


POSITION: LABORATORY ATTENDANT I (SAMPLE COLLECTOR) (2 POSTS) - DAR ES SALAAM      

QUALIFICATIONS:
Possession of Secondary School Certificate
Valid driving licence class A
Computer Certificate

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collecting sputum samples in TB clinics (DOTS centres) as instructed with proper labelling /documentation
• Sending samples timely for testing by Detection Rats 
• Delivering APOPO TB detection result to District TB and Leprosy coordinators (DTLCs) and healthcare workers as instructed
• Be responsible for monitoring performance of SUA-APOPO equipments such as freezers installed in DOTS centres with respective thermometers.
• Delivering official documents to offices as instructed by the management 
• Communicate with fellow staff member OPENLY, HONESTLY AND TIMELY about progress, problems and other issues that may arise and affect the project
• Collaborate in respectful manner with all hospital staff members,MKUTA volunteers and other partners to ensure smooth and timely implementation of SUA-APOPO activities
• Perform any other duties related to TB  as may be assigned by a superior

AGE: NOT ABOVE 45 YEARS OLD
SALARY: PGSS 2.3

HOW TO APPLY

A HAND WRITTEN application letter accompanied with CV, RELEVANT CERTIFICATES, and names of at least TWO REFEREES should be addressed to;

DEPUTY VICE CHANCELLOR (ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE),
P.O.BOX 3000,
CHUO KIKUU, MOROGORO

Deadline: Not later than 13th June 2018

CARRIER AT MANAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT FOR HEALTH (6 POSTS)

Position: TB ADVISOR- 6 Posts

Management and Development for Health (MDH) is a not for profit organization in Tanzania contributing to address public health priorities. MDH works with the Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children; as well as academic and non-academic institutions to address the problems of Tuberculosis, Malaria, HIV/AIDS, Nutrition, Maternal and Child Health and to undertake initiatives to advance public health research, education, and services for improving the lives of people. MDH (Sub recipient) in collaboration with Deloitte Consulting Limited (Prime) through USAID BORESHA AFYA SOUTHERN ZONE PROGRAM seeks to recruit a qualified individual to fill the following position:

Position: TB ADVISOR- 6 Posts
Location: MTWARA, MOROGORO, NJOMBE, IRINGA

Reports to: REGIONAL TECHNICAL MANAGER

Job Summary: 
The TB Advisor is a self-motivated individual who will be responsible for providing technical support to TB and TB/HIV program activities with the different partners including the supported facilities. The TB Advisor’s main objective is to oversee day-to-day implementation USAID Boresha Afya Southern Zone supported TB and TB/HIV program in the respective region and lead implementation and reporting of project activities, outputs and outcomes. She/he will coordinate effective engagement of key stakeholders at his/ her region in the implementation of project activities, including regional and district TB and Leprosy coordinators (R/DTLCs), community-based service providers and direct project beneficiaries’/peer clients and other USAID Boresha Afya Southern Zone regional team members.

Duties and responsibilities: 
 To coordinate and oversee day to day implementation of project activities in assigned region in line with approved work-plan and budget 
 Support the national guidelines and strategies in accelerating TB diagnosis and management in-line with the 3Is initiatives. 
 Design and implement community sensitization activities to mobilize and engage key project stakeholders - including R/CHMTs, health facilities, community leaders as well as direct project beneficiaries - in project implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting.  Lead efforts to identify, capacity build and effectively engage key community resource persons - including CSOs, former TB/ peer patients and sputum fixers - to accelerate TB case detection and management 

 Support implementation of integrated and comprehensive package of TB/HIV collaborative services at all levels through Supportive supervision and mentorship 
 Coordinate capacity building activities for supported facilities and community health care workers’ /sputum fixers 
 Lead initiatives to accelerate early detection of drug resistant TB cases, linkage to care, and treatment/adherence support to ensure successful treatment outcomes
 Implement an efficient system for routine project data recording, cleaning, reporting and utilization of program data for planning, decision making and resource allocation 
 Support Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives through: - 

• Mentoring of health facility teams to build local capacity for CQI activities 
• Assist facility teams to understand flow chart and process analysis for systems improvement 
• Monitor, track and collect periodic data/reports from health facilities and provides guidance and recommendations related to tracked indicators and outcomes; ensuring proper and timely documentation of QI activities and results

 Lead efforts to identify, document, scale-up and disseminate best practices and lessons learned in TB diagnosis, management and overall project implementation. 
 To organize and support routine meetings with key project stakeholders to share, monitor and evaluate project progress towards assigned targets. 
 To report to and update his/her supervisor on the progress of project implementation on weekly basis or as required by his/her supervisor 
 Perform any other relevant duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE 
 Advanced Diploma or Basic degree in Medicine or Nursing. Post graduate qualification in Public Health or other related field will be an advantage. 
 Technical expertise in TB prevention care and support 
 At least 3 years’ experience in managing TB Programs 
 Demonstrate understanding of the Tanzania Health System and policy environment 
 Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills in English and Kiswahili

TO APPLY: Interested candidates should submit an application letter indicating the position applied for, a detailed copy of their CV, and names and contact information (email addresses and telephone numbers) of three work related referees. Applications should be submitted by 14th June 2018 to the Human Resource Manager through emailhr@mdh-tz.org or dropped by hand at the MDH’s Head Office in Mikocheni, along Mwai Kibaki Road, Plot No. 802. Kindly note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacte

MUHIMBILI UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH AND ALLIED SCIENCE (MUHAS) IN COLLABORATION WITH DUKE UNIVERSITY

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Science in collaboration with Duke University are implementing project titled: Family psychoeducation for adults with psychotic disorders in Tanzania (FamPE). The above mentioned study expects to employ the following staff: 

PROGRAM MANAGER (FamPE STUDY COORDINATOR) - 1 Post

Detailed Job Description: 

Reports to: PI and Co-PIs for research components of FamPE Programme. The study manager position in the FamPE is a position that involves three broad areas of duties and responsibilities:

1) Project related research and mentoring 

 Assist the PI and Co-PIs to enable implementation of study protocol. The study manager is the lead person in all activities related to the FamPE project including; 

 Have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the FamPE protocol 

 Monitoring study participant accrual and ensuring randomization occurs as per protocol 

 Development of data collection and capture tools for process and effects evaluation, 

 Lead the data collection teams 

 Monitoring the quality of data collection 

 Coordination of work with the Mbeya based data unit to ensure data cleaned in readiness for analysis. 

 Design site specific work-plans for implementation of evaluation related activities 

 Assist FamPE project logistics, manage intervention programme adaptation, implementation and diffusion 

 Facilitate under supervision of the PI and Co-PIs all training activities related to evaluation of the FamPE protocol 

 Protocol specific training 

 Coordinate and ensure annual research ethics training of project staff 

 Attending all study related meetings and taking the lead in providing weekly and monthly feed-back against work plans on intervention evaluation activities 

 Undertake annual ethics and other project relevant training courses as stipulated within the FamPE Project 

2) Analyses and writing; 

 The staff member will be expected to work with PIs and the Co-PIs (MUHAS &Mbeya) in analysis and writing up of data related to this protocol 

 The staff member will be expected to develop analysis plan(s) under supervision by the PIs in specific areas of personal interest and develop manuscript(s) that he/she will be lead author.

3) Any other duties as required by the PIs. 

Preferred qualifications: 

Candidate should be a Degree holder in the Social Sciences with specialization in Public Administration, Project Management or related fields .Significant experience in research administration and health research management and proven ability to ensure high quality research program/projects outcomes will be required.

Skill sets: 

 Attention to detail 

 Strong monitoring and evaluation skills. 

 Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English 

 Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with a team. 

 Proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, power point, and data management/analysis software etc. 

Mode of application: 

Interested candidates should submit an application letter, CV, names and contact information (email addresses and telephone numbers) of three work related referees to the FamPE Research Coordinator, Dr.Praxeda James Swai, through her e-mail address:praxjames76@yahoo.com with a copy to sbaleche@yahoo.com.

Application Deadline: 11th June, 2018

Source: MUHAS Official Website