Jobs in Arusha at LCDO - 3/11/2015

Longido Community Development Organization (LCDO) is a membership, nonprofit organization based in Longido District. The organization works towards the empowerment of the most vulnerable Pastoralist Maasai communities through promoting access to quality education, health awareness, access to safe and clean water, human rights and economic empowerment.

LCDO would like to recruit qualified candidates to fill the positions for Programs Officer, Water Technician and The Program Assistant. They will be working under the leadership/ guidance of the Coordinator to implement various donor funded programs/projects in Longido District. They will also be accountable for professional and technical contribution on programs management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, budget preparation, reporting and documentation. They will also contribute to documentation of most significant change stories and general progress against outcome indicators as well as facilitate the documentation and communication initiative.

Position: Water Technician
Location: Arusha, Longido District
Duration: 12 months (renewable based on satisfactory performance/availability of funds)
Reporting to: Coordinator

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Within delegated authority, The Water Technician will be responsible for the following duties:
- Supervise construction of dams and repair of surface water intakes and wells
- Plan scheduled maintenance on all the installations and equipment related to water supply, sanitation and treatment systems.
- Oversee emergency works and repairs of various water supply, sanitation and treatment systems.
- Prepare and analyze the reports related to the performance of water equipment in the field including wells, pumps, main supply, storage tanks and distribution networks.
- Provide guidance and practical hands-on training to staff working under his/her supervision.
- Ensure smooth implementation of the water and sanitation project
- Ensure the availability of accurate, complete and up-to-date project information required for implementation, management, monitoring and evaluation.
- Ensure proper and continuous monitoring of the progress and completion in accordance with the implementation schedule, regularly visiting sites with representatives of partners in order to identify difficulties
- Team with all business and technical project partners to exchange information on the sanitation project implementation and status
- Preparation of weekly reports, monthly, quarterly and annual activity reports
- Perform any other duties related to the field/organization as directed by the coordinator

COMPETENCIES
- Professionalism: Demonstrated professional competence and in-depth knowledge of civil engineering practice. Well-developed technical skills; knowledge of water and sanitation standards, methods, practices and materials.
- Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
- Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

QUALIFICATIONS
- Education- Holder of a full technician certificate (FTC) or ordinary diploma (OD) in civil engineering or equivalent qualifications.
- Work Experience-At least five (5) years of experience as a technician in rural water supply and sanitation

Position: Program Assistant
Location: Arusha, Longido District
Duration: 12 months (renewable based on satisfactory performance/availability of funds)
Reporting to: Coordinator

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Managing the day-to-day operational, secretarial operations, financial (Cashier) and administrative activities of the organization by organizing the flow of work and prioritizing incoming requests and follow through to ensure timely responses;
- Maintaining the Coordinator’s and Senior Program staff agenda/diary
- Maintaining a physical and e-filing system and ensuring the filing of documents such as activity reports and travel plans for program staff are in the relevant files/folders
- Coordinating administrative and logistical arrangements for visitors, including arranging appointments for the Coordinator, compiling and providing information or relevant materials required
- Preparing and communicating with Finance Department on approval of petty purchases in compliance with LCDO Procurement procedures
- Making necessary arrangements for meetings, workshops, conferences and ensuring venues are booked and related resources are provided including background documentation
- Attend meetings and prepare minutes or meeting summaries
- Collaborates at the unit/department and across the institution level

COMPETENCIES
- Demonstrated use of initiative and ability to make appropriate linkages in work requirements and to anticipate next steps.
- Committed, dedicated team player with the ability to deal tactfully and effectively with staff and clients in a multi-cultural environment.
- Excellent English skills (verbal and written) including ability to draft routine correspondence and edit materials using proper grammar, punctuation and style.
- Effective time management and organizational skills.
- Recognizes and addresses challenges to effective teamwork
- Ability to produce highly-quality work under pressure.

QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of college diploma preferably in Secretarial Studies or Office Management or Business Administration with 3 years relevant work experience in a nongovernmental organization or service or private sector organization.
- Computer proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point, Internet search skills and ability to learn new applications quickly
- Knowledge of, and ability to execute diverse and intricate work procedures related to the timely processing and production of assigned outputs and supporting administrative activities.
- Perform any other activities related to the field/organization as directed by the coordinator

Position: Programs Officer
Location: Arusha, Longido District
Duration: 12 months (renewable based on satisfactory performance/availability of funds)
Reporting to: Coordinator

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Programs Management
- Provide overall coordination and management of programs interventions.
- Conducts Monitoring and Evaluation of programs activities.
- Capacity building on Project Management, report writing, Monitoring and Evaluation
- In cooperation with Departmental Program Officers, prepare Detailed Implementation Plans and Budget
- Writes institutional progress reports to respective donors and partners and other funders.
- Facilitate and participate in reflective learning forums (meetings, workshops, etc) internally and externally with program initiative stakeholders.
- Implement forward accountability mechanisms to monitor and assess our program quality and impact with those we work with.
- Keep up to date with developments in assigned technical/functional area, including best practice
- In consultation with other program staff contribute to the development project M&E tools and ensure M&E system is in place;
- Preparation of mid- and annual progress reports, facilitate/support the measurement of the project impact, using credible methods/tools;
- Facilitate the documentation and communication of success stories that can be used as evidence
- Perform any other activities related to the field/organization as directed by the coordinator

COMPETENCIES
- At least 5 years’ experience in management of Donor funded projects.
- Skills and experience in Project Planning and Management
- Well-developed knowledge and experience in Proposal writing and Fundraising
- Knowledge and Skills in Monitoring and Evaluation, Skills in Participatory Research methodologies and Knowledge on Projects Financial Management
- Initiating Action-Takes prompt action to accomplish objectives; takes decisive action to achieve goals in times of uncertainty or in fluid contexts; is proactive.
- Building Commitment-Uses appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifies one’s own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations, and individuals involved.
- Contribute to Team Success-Actively participates as a member of a team or work unit to move the team/unit toward the completion of shared goals.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Interested persons should apply in writing and submit copies of certificates, current curriculum vitae and the names of two referees to the email address provided below

 lcdolongido@gmail.com or joycenaini@yahoo.com

NB: Only shortlisted candidates should be contacted for interview