Reference: DFIDJOB-0076
Closing date: 15 July 2011
Interview date: 15 August 2011
Number of vacancies: 1
Salary: Tsh2,175,160 - Tsh per month
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Appointment Terms: Permanent
Working Arrangements: Full time
Specific requirements:
Brief description: DFID Tanzania is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic person to fill in the post of Programme Officer. The Programme Officer post offers an excellent opportunity to work on DFID Tanzania’s expanding portfolio of governance programming.
The Department for International Development (DFID) leads the UK Government’s fight against global poverty. DFID works in partnership with national governments, other development partners, civil society and the private sector to achieve the UN Millennium Development Goals.
Tanzania is one of DFID’s largest country programmes in Africa, with an annual aid framework of £150m per annum. A significant percentage of the DFID Tanzania programme is provided as General Budget Support (GBS) to assist the Government in implementation of its National Strategy for Growth and the Reduction of Poverty (more popularly known as the MKUKUTA). This assistance is complemented by governance programmes to help build a more accountable democratic state.
DFID Tanzania is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic person to fill in the post of Programme Officer. The Programme Officer post offers an excellent opportunity to work on DFID Tanzania’s expanding portfolio of governance programming. In particular, DFID will be consolidating and expanding our work with civil society, developing a new programme in empowerment and rights, and contributing to the deepening democracy agenda with a substantial new programme supporting Tanzania’s emerging democracy and building towards crucial national elections in 2015.
The Programme Officer post is ideal for someone with experience working in a busy office environment, who enjoys being part of a highly motivated team, is able to work flexibly and cooperate with others to meet shared objectives, and can quickly deliver results.
Programme Officer, grade B2, DFID Tanzania - Governance Team
Responsibilities
- Provide Programme Management Support
- Contribute towards programme design
- Ensure Programmes adhere to financial procedures, and that financial forecasts are accurate and payments are made on time.
- Monitor programmes and ensure annual reviews are carried out in a timely manner
- Oversee logistics and administration of programmes
- Assist with administrative arrangements, including contracting of design teams, preparation of relevant documents, visit briefings, and electronic document management
- Respond to correspondence relating to governance issues.
Skills and Qualifications
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent planning skills, and the ability to deliver results
- Good analytical skills
- Good team working skills
- Previous experience in programme management
- Diploma or degree in a relevant field
Line Management
No Line Management responsibilities
Compensation package
A gross monthly salary of Tsh 2,175,160 with annual progression plus benefits will be offered for this post. This post is based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Appointment will be under local terms and conditions and is subject to medical and security clearance.
How to apply
If you believe you are the right candidate for this position, please submit your application with a detailed CV, photocopies of academic certificates and testimonials, names of three professional referees with their contacts. To be considered, your application must be sent to the address below, via e-mail, dispatch or post, so as to reach us by 13.00 hrs on Friday, 15 July 2011:
Ref: DFID Programme Officer Vacancy
Attn: Human Resources Manager
DFID Tanzania
P.O. Box 9200
5th Floor, Umoja House
Garden Ave / Mirambo St
Dar es Salaam
Tanzania
E-mail: Tanzania-recruitment@dfid.gov.uk
Equal Opportunities
DFID is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Applications are welcomed from all parts of the community, and we actively encourage interest from women, ethnic minority groups and those with disabilities. Selection is on merit.
DFID operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme (GIS). This means that any candidate with a disability who satisfies the minimum essential criteria for an advertised vacancy is guaranteed an interview. Please say in your application if you wish to apply under the GIS.
All applicants must hold Tanzanian citizenship or have the legal right to live and work in Tanzania.
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