Heifer International Tanzania Project Assistant

Heifer International is a nonprofit organization that works for the dignity and well being of all people. Heifer envisions a world of communities living together in peace and equitably sharing the resources of healthy planet. Our mission is to work with communities to end hunger and poverty and to care for the earth. We support the government of Tanzania in achieving the Millennium Goals.

Heifer International Tanzania with 38 years of working with rural communities of Tanzania, we are the oldest NGO in Tanzania and the oldest in Heifer Africa Area Program. Heifer Started working in Tanzania since 1974 and has covered the whole country hitherto. In order to achieve its mission, Heifer International is seeking talented, dynamic and competent professional to serve in the following position.

Contract: One year renewable

General Position Summary

You will be involved in the overall day-to-day management of Bukombe Communities Economic Strengthening Initiative Project Phase II in Bukombe. This includes provision of technical support . regarding the implementation of all field operations relating to good animal husbandry and natural resource management, production, carrying out field capacity building to stake holders, organizing targeted groups for project implementation, conduct project monitoring and writing of project reports.

Detailed Responsibilities and Duties

Resource Management of Project Materials and Financial Matters

Ensure proper management of original placements of livestock and other resources in assigned projects,

Facilitate and coordinate procurement, in accordance with Heifer policies procedures; freighting and distribution of seeds/ seedlings

Ensure proper management of Heifer assets and other resources in his/her custody.

In collaboration with the Project Accountant, manages project funds and implements financial controls

Project Planning, Coordinating and implementation

Prepare result oriented quarterly work plans and budgets taking into consideration recommendations from project partners and internal and external reviews and evaluations.

Actively involve Tanzania Red Cross Society/American Red Cross field staff, Bukombe District staff and other relevant' staff members in planning and implementation of program/ projects activities

Back up/follow up training of ARC Service Providers, Couches and farmers on various aspects of crop/tree husbandry practices, livestock husbandry and natural resources management

Ensure the integration of all aspects of crop/livestock production in the project planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation phases.

Facilitate effective and efficient delivery of all extension packages

Project monitoring, evaluation and reporting

In collaboration with Monitoring and Evaluation Manager, ensure monitoring and evaluation system is fully implemented.

Monthly Collect information/data project outcome/impact indicated in the project monitoring tools.

Prepare and submit monthly bullet report and progress quarterly reports on project activities performance.

Carryout regular monitoring of crop/tree issues within the project

Develop and promote best practice examples and ensure documentation of experience and lessons learned.

Visit project sites on regular basis for monitoring and propel execution of activities

Advise and assist in designing and updating appropriate crop records, maintain detailed records and up to date paperwork for all duties as per current operating formats

Demonstrate and practice Heifer cornerstones, values and team working spirit among staff and other project partners.

Qualification, Experience and Competencies

Minimum Diploma in Animal Husbandry or Animal health

A degree in Animal Science will be of an added advantage

At least three years experience of working with communities in the field of livestock and natural resource management

At least three (3) years experience in agricultural production, Livestock and natural resources management

Able to cope with the demand of duties which might require extra hours of working

Able to work with rural communities in the rural setting.

Salaries & Benefits:The above position carries a very attractive competitive salary package but depending on qualification and experience.

Application Instructions:

If you think you are qualified, competent and ready to meet challenges, please forward your application by Email or postal address indicating why you think you are the right candidate for the position and attach your current resume with three names of referees and certificates / testimonials by Monday June10th, 2013 or when 200 applicants are received. Disclose all communication modes including telephone numbers, emails Ids, postal address and physical addresses for both applicant and referees.

Heifer International is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified personnel for all positions in a manner that does not unlawfully discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, age, physical disability or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Telephone calls enquiry on the role is unacceptable.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted. Heifer International is a smoke free environment.

Apply to:

The Human Resources Manager,

Heifer International Tanzania,

P.O. Box 33814,

Mikocheni B, Plot No. 100, Daima Street

Dar es Salaam,

Tanzania.