Entrepreneur Project Officer , Morogoro , Tanzania

Job Title: Entrepreneur Project Officer
Responsible to: Entrepreneur Project Manager
Location: Morogoro, Tanzania - with frequent countrywide travel (although the role will be likely to relocate to Mbeya in May 2016)
Contract: 1 year, with strong possibility of extension to permanent

Introduction
Raleigh International is a sustainable development charity.  We harness the passion and energy of young people to effect positive change in sustainable development.  Our programmes focus on providing access to safe water and sanitation, protecting vulnerable environments and building resilient communities.

Our work is delivered through young people and is a collaboration between local communities, partners and volunteers from a wide range of backgrounds, nationalities and life stages. We operate in partnership with communities, non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and governments in Borneo, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, India, Nepal and Tanzania. Since our foundation as a charity in 1984, Raleigh volunteers have become a global community of more than 40,000 people committed to building a sustainable future.

Overall Purpose of the Job
The key purpose of the Entrepreneur Project Officer (PO) is to implement Raleigh’s Entrepreneur project in Tanzania with support from the Entrepreneur Project Manager (PM) The PO will be involved at all levels of project implementation, but will have a specific focus on training, delivery and support; whereas the Project Manager is focused on the overall management of the Entrepreneur programme and will have a clear emphasis on developing the programme, partner relationships and monitoring & evaluation. The job demands frequent interaction with and provision of technical support to Raleigh volunteer groups.

Principal Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

Training, knowledge building and technical development of Raleigh volunteers
• Develop a training induction programme that supports the volunteers to successfully meet the project outcomes
• Develop a resource pack which can provide the framework for on-going learning throughout the project
• Responsible for all related administrative tasks: updating materials, toolkits, templates and managing databases

Project delivery
• Work closely with partner technical teams to ensure that adequate support and training is delivered
• Deliver specific project related training for both staff and volunteers
• Work closely with Deputy Operations Managers to coordinate insert training and support of the volunteer teams
• Provide weekly in-depth telephone support to all Entrepreneur teams
• Provide at least one personal visit per group per cycle
• Coordinate with the national office to support the medical, communication and logistical needs of the volunteers
• Ensure volunteers are aware of and adhere to Raleigh code of conduct, policies and procedures
• Travel to project sites for support visit and training delivery
• Develop / improve a methodology to support the volunteers to train beneficiaries in entrepreneurship
• Give follow-up ‘aftercare’ to entrepreneurs who have set up their own businesses

Support to Project Managers with:
o M&E reporting
o Coordinating partner review meetings
o Representing Raleigh at entrepreneurship events / networks
Professional Experience:
• Knowledge and background in youth and small business development or related sector
• Previous experience working in the development sector
• Experience in all aspects of project management, including budgeting, reporting, partner coordination and monitoring & evaluation
• A Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Key Personal Competencies
Communication:
• Ability to design and deliver high-quality training
• Good level of technical communication skills, both written and verbal to motivate others
• Represent Raleigh International in a range of technical and non-technical forums powerfully and persuasively
• Fluency in written and spoken Kiswahili and English
Team Working and Interpersonal Skills:
• Able to work with a wide variety of volunteers from different backgrounds and nationalities
• Network and form effective and constructive working relationships across the whole organisation and wider network within the sector
• Motivate colleagues
• High level of motivation and ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Staff Management:
• Contribute to the coordination and oversight of the work of volunteers, interns and staff, as delegated, using negotiation skills
• Think clearly and provide accurate detailed reports and data as requested
Managing Yourself:
• Show a commitment to the work of Raleigh International and be trusted to act with integrity and honesty
• Use effective time management
• Keep a bigger picture in mind; manage risk and support your colleagues to ensure we deliver quality to the best of our ability
• Flexible and adaptable with an ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines

To apply: send your CV and cover letter stating why you are suitable for this role (on no more than one page) to Ross McKenzie, Country Director by October 16th at 5pm: staffrecruitment@raleightanzania.org
Interviews will be held on Thursday 22nd October in Morogoro

Other Information
Values and Behaviours
Raleigh International’s core values are Courage, Discovery, Drive, Impact and Integrity.  Our staff are expected to be passionate about, and proud of their roles. Team working is fundamental to our approach, by assisting others and taking on additional responsibilities and tasks if necessary.
We are results driven, committed and self-motivated to achieving targets, embracing accountability for our own actions.

Safeguarding and Vulnerable Adults
Raleigh International is committed to ensuring the health, safety, welfare and development of all young people with whom it works regardless of gender, age, stage of development, disability, sexual orientation, religion, culture or ethnicity.  All participants who take part in activities organised by us should enjoy taking part in these without fear of harm.  We guide all staff and volunteers to show respect for and understanding of young people’s rights and their safety and welfare and by so doing, conduct themselves in a way that reflects our principles

Anti-Corruption Policy
Raleigh is committed to ensuring adherence to the highest legal and ethical standards of organisation conduct. This must be reflected in every aspect of the way in which we operate. We must conduct all our dealings with integrity. Bribery and corruption harms the societies in which these acts are committed and prevents economic growth and development.

Any breach of Raleigh’s policy will be regarded as a serious matter and will be dealt with under our disciplinary procedure. In serious cases, it may be treated as gross misconduct leading to summary dismissal.