Job opportunities at word vision Tanzania
DME Specialist
Reference 9233-16G24113
Location Africa - Tanzania
Town/City Kigoma
Application Deadline Date 23-Jan-18
JOB DESCRIPTION
Purpose of the position:
The Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist will lead all monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities for the SUSTAIN MNCH - II program. In this capacity, s/he will establish systems for gathering, reporting and analyzing performance data for impact and sustainability of project implementation. S/he will coordinate and manage all monitoring, evaluation and research tasks and deliverables for the project and ensure that all required reports and documentation for the projects internal management systems and for external reporting are produced according to GAC guidelines.
Roles and Responsibilities:
• Lead the project team to establish systems for gathering, reporting and analyzing performance data for impact and sustainability of project implementation.
• Coordinate all monitoring, evaluation and research tasks and deliverables for the project and ensure that all required reports and documentation for the projects internal management systems and for external reporting are produced according to GAC and WV Canada guidelines.
• Ensure timely preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual progress reports on the status of project implementation.
• Ensure timely communication with the project team and other relevant partners to ensure proper documentation and sharing of project best practices.
• Develop the overall framework of the monitoring and evaluation activities; clarify the responsibilities and prepare the work plan and the detailed budget for the monitoring and evaluation activities and supervise the work of the Monitoring and Evaluation to project officer.
• Review and provide feedback to programs on the quality of methodologies established to collect monitoring data and document the protocol that are in place for collecting and aggregating of data.
• Establish an effective system for assessing the validity of data through verification and appropriate technology.
• Support program staff and other implementing partners in review of progress reports in accordance with approved reporting formats and GAC guidelines.
• Ensure that monitoring data are discussed in the appropriate forum such as the district and regional nutrition multi-sectorial steering committee and partner meetings in a regular basis.
• Facilitate key project evaluation exercise including baseline, mid-term evaluation and end of project evaluations while ensuring appropriate documentation and dissemination of the results.
Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience
The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:
• Minimum Qualification required:
• Master in Public health, community development, statistics, social or development related studies.
• Experience: A minimum of 3 years working experience in Health, and/or Nutrition Projects in Monitoring and Evaluation.
Other skills Preferred:
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English and Swahili.
• Significant experience in working with government officials, donors and multipartner programmes.
• Proven experience in facilitating effective project documentation and dissemination of results to a wide range of audiences.
• Ability to take initiatives, team player who is able to work with minimum supervision
• Good computer skills in MS office (Excel, word, PowerPoint etc), data processing packages (SPSS, Epi Info).
Cluster Design, Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Reference 9230-15G24060
Location Africa - Tanzania
Town/City Kigoma
Application Deadline Date 23-Jan-18
JOB DESCRIPTION
Purpose of the position:
Provide technical guidance and support to programs/projects to comply with WV DM&E Management policy (LEAP/DPA) guidelines & standards, CWB initiatives and donor requirements. Communicate World Vision's Christian ethos and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that is an example to others.
Major Responsibilities:
• Coordinate and review development of DM&E plans, DIPs & LEAP Budget within the cluster.
• Plan, facilitate and conduct capacity building on DM&E for the project/program staff and stakeholders.
• Facilitate and strengthen quality control mechanism for DM&E processes and review of documents (PDD, Assessment, Evaluation, Baseline survey and Semi/Annual reports).
• Facilitate operational review and Establish status of implementation of operations audit/risk assessment recommendations for management action.
• Facilitate programme/project baseline survey, assessment, evaluation, transition and (re) design functions.
• Ensure programme/project key documents are uploaded and updated in Horizon database and CWB report through the Step-Wise database is monitored within the cluster.
• Update monitoring tools as per programme/project M&E plan and ensure use of appropriate tools in collection, compilation, analysis and utilization of data including monitoring and reporting of CWB Targets within the cluster
• Facilitate programme reflection/learning, documentation of best practices and most significant success stories are included in the reports and shared among the partners.
• Facilitate training, seminars and workshops on DM&E processes within the cluster
• Facilitate smooth implementation of learning centers initiatives (CC, CP & Food Security) within the cluster.
• Provide monitoring support to the ADPs and grants/PNS projects to ensure compliance to set goal/targets and standards
• Strengthen sponsorship integration with programming activities within the area by monitoring progress of child standards and sponsorship key performance indicators.
Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience
The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:
Minimum Qualification required:
• BA/BSc Degree in Agric. Economics, Sociology& related field.
Experience:
• 3 years in programming.
Technical skills and abilities:
• Skills in Programming.
• Computer skills and statistical package.
• Ability to work in teams.
• Skills in Research methodology.
• Analytical skills.
Other Competencies/Attributes:
• Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.
• Perform other duties as required.
Working Environment / Conditions:
• Work environment: Office-based with frequent travel to the field
• Travel: 03% Domestic/international travel is required.
Gender and Advocacy Specialist
Reference 9234-17N17149
Location Africa - Tanzania
Town/City Singida
Application Deadline Date 23-Jan-18
JOB DESCRIPTION
Purpose of the position:
To coordinate the development of ENRICH project Gender and Advocacy strategy and oversee the implementation of the strategy. The gender specialist will be responsible for facilitating training on gender equality and Advocacy for staff and partners and for monitoring gender equality and advocacy results.
Observe mission and core values of World Vision and demonstrate a quality of spiritual life that is an example to others.
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Provide overall strategic leadership and direction to ENRICH project team on gender equality and CVA
• In consultation with ENRICH project team in World Vision Tanzania and World Vision Canada, develop a clear vision for promoting gender equality and CVA in all ENRICH project outcomes.
• Ensure the development, validation and implementation of a four year strategy for mainstreaming gender equality within ENRICH project.
• Support the development of project’s annual work plan ensuring integration of gender equality and CVA / Advocacy indicators in line with CIDA’s gender policy.
• Coordinate tracking and reporting on gender equality and Advocacy results throughout the life of the project.
2. Be responsible for promoting gender integration and CVA in ENRICH project.
• Develop and Implement a ENRICH capacity building strategy that enhances staff capacity to oversee the integration of gender equality in all of the project’s programming areas through training, learning and knowledge sharing activities.
• Work cross-functionally to identify and support capacity building opportunities for team members on gender equality and on social accountability.
• Support capacity building opportunities on gender equality and CVA for key project partners including community level opinion leaders, to equip them to support gender equality and CVA integration in all program areas.
3. Management of ENRICH Gender Working Group and CVA Team
• Convene a representative Gender Working Group to support and advise on the gender equality work in ENRICH project.
• Build Capacity and monitor CVA team plan of action development and implementation
• Facilitate regular Working Group meetings and periodically report to the ENRICH project manager.
• Manage all community groups responsible for gender equality and coordinating social accountability processes at community level in Singida (Manyoni and Ikungi) and Shinyanga (Kahama, Shinyanga rural and Kishapu).
• Participate in the WV Tanzania community of practice on Gender and CVA.
4. Coordinate Advocacy, Policy Research & Public Awareness on gender equality and gender justice.
• Profile ENRICH – MNCH leadership on gender equality, developing and sharing case-studies on innovative approaches developed within the project .
• Develop and/or support partnerships and cooperation with other organisations in Singida and Shinyanga Regions on gender equality and its impact on health and nutrition
• To promote learning and to improve / develop new approaches to the integration of gender in ENRICH project.
• Be a spokesperson for ENRICH on identified Gender and Advocacy issues.
5. Coordinate community capacity to publicly engage on nutrition governance and policy issues through Citizen Voice and Action (CVA) Approach on Health and Nutrition
• Awareness raising in the communities / CVA groups on Government Policy/ strategy on Health and Nutrition.
• Conduct regular meetings with Government on improving nutrition service delivery and evidenced based policy recommendations based on dialogue conducted.
• Engage community leaders in regular gov't meetings and advocacy campaigns.
• Facilitate policy dialogue with Government featuring women and female youth leaders.
• Facilitate context specific community platforms to engage and empower men as fathers/caregivers on nutrition issues.
• Document and share best practices resulted from CVA Approach in improving Health system and nutrition status.
Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience
The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:
Minimum Qualification required: Minimum of an undergraduate degree completed in gender studies or social science
Experience: Minimum 3 years program experience in international development with a focus on women, girls and gender equality, and community mobilization
Preferred: Msc in social related fields
Technical Skills & Abilities:
• Strong technical capacity, practical experience and solid insight into program level challenges in designing and implementing gender sensitive community development programs.
• Thorough knowledge of World Vision’s approach to achieving child well-being through relief, development and advocacy.
• A good knowledge of gender and global development issues, preferably with understanding of CIDA’s approach to gender equality.
• Demonstrated experience conducting program-based gender analysis, preferably using participatory methodologies.
• Proven experience developing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating advocacy / gender projects and programs.
• Proven experience in strategy development including developing gender strategies.
• Skilled trainer particularly using participatory approaches at community level.
• Flexible, self-starter, team player, attention to detail, able to work without supervision
• Able to work to deadlines and prioritise work effectively.
• Able to delegate effectively and plan and supervise the work of others.
• Able to coordinate effectively with field offices and partner organisations and promote constructive relationships.
• Humility and ability to live within the community.
• Fluent in both English and Swahili.
Working Environment / Conditions:
• Work environment: Office-based with frequent travel to the field
• Travel: 40% Domestic/international travel is required.
• On call: 15%
Secuity Officer
Reference 9229-17N25043
Location Africa - Tanzania
Town/City Kigoma
Application Deadline Date 23-Jan-18
JOB DESCRIPTION
Purpose of the position:
To ensure core security requirements are adhered, security systems are implemented and communicated for smooth articulation of organizational operations.
Observe mission and core values of World Vision and demonstrate a quality spiritual life that is exemplary to others.
Major Responsibilities:
• To advise the management and staff on key security issues that may affect operations.
• Together with Deputy National Director and Associate Director-Support Services, ensure core security requirements are implemented and regularly monitored in line with audit security requirements.
• To carry out security risk assessments and provide timely advice on appropriate measures and actions.
• To assist Security Manager in developing and monitoring appropriate evacuation and other contingency plans for national office and projects.
• To assist Security Manager providing technical support in establishment and maintenance of an efficient security structures and protocols (like security focal points and security phone call tree).
• Timely preparation and submission of incident reports to Regional Security Director and through FST.
• Build capacity to staff on security issues.
• Networking with local security authorities in the project areas and the country at large.
Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience
The following may be acquired through a combination of formal or self-education, prior experience or on-the-job training:
Minimum Qualification required: Diploma in Security Management, Criminal Investigation, Criminal Justice, Criminology, Law or related fields.
Preferred: Holder of BA degree in Social Sciences, Law or related fields is an added advantage
Experience: 2-3 years in supervisory/managerial role in military/security.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Experience in working with peace keeping force will be an added advantage.
Computer skills and software knowledge
Good coordination capability.
Good planning and organization skills
Networking and influencing skills.
Ability to maintain effective relationships with all levels of staff.
Good communication skills.