PROJECT ASSISTANT

From the Guardian of 8th April 8, 2014
Our client is a public international orqanization that addresses critical issues such as international food security, the alleviation of global hunger and poverty, environmental protection and the promotion of economic development and self-sufficiency. The organization's focus is on increasing productivity across the agricultural value chain in developing countries.

BRiTEN on behalf of its client an international non-profit is recruiting for the following positions for a maize and rice value chain project that has two years of project life.

Project Assistant - Job No.IF/NA/14/05

Location: Dar es Salaam

General Overview
The primary responsibility of the Project Assistant will be to assist the existing project staff collect, collate and analyze field operation data including demonstration plot results and to draft and compile work plans, monthly and quarterly reports for submission to donor as per the standards.
S/he will assist project staff in the organization and delivery of training, field days and other events.
Other responsibilities will include the followings:
Ensure that periodical reports are organized, compiled and submitted to concerned parties on tirne.
Collect information and data from key partners and stakeholders (farmer organizations, private companies, retailers, wholesalers and public institutions, etc.) throughout the input value chain.
Analyze quantitative and qualitative information on input supply and field demonstrations, crop production and develop draft technical reports.
Establishes methods for electronic data capture using different phone and other technologies,
Ensure all travel requests and program for consultants and expatriate staff is arranged as per the work plan on time. Assist project staff in organizing meetings and training and develop technical reports.
Any other duties and responsibilities, falling within the appointee's general purview and professional domain, as may be assigned from time to time.
Provide direct support to all team members in training preparation, rollout and evaluation.
Work closely with finance and administration to ensure timely monthly financial returns and reconciliation is done with field officers.

Basic Qualifications
Education; university Degree in agricultural economics, agribusiness or a related discipline
Work experience; At least three - five (5) years practical experience with a reputable organization
Demonstrated familiarity with information technology and its application to agricultural development
Computer literary is a must, especially usage of Ms Excel, Ms Word, email, etc.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in both English and Swahili and the ability to work with colleagues and partners of varied backgrounds and experience.
Proven leadership skills;
Excellent organizational & time management skills

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants should send their application letters attaching copies of CV through info@britentz.org  citing the job name and job number in the subject line before the 16th of April 2014. Any application that does not cite the job name and the job number in the subject line will not be considered

BRiTEN
P. O. Box 33685,
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
info@britentz.org

Josam House
Coca Cola Road
Off Bagamoyo Road (Mwenge)
Block B ,3rd floor

Office Tel:	+255 768 583 020
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