Job opportunities with an upcoming USAID-funded program in Tanzania

Apply immediately, but no later than July 24, 2012

East West Management Institute invites applications by Tanzanian nationals for a number of positions with the upcoming four-year USAID-funded Capacity Development for Partners of Accountability Program (CDPA) that will support Tanzanian civil society organizations (CSOs) and Government of Tanzania institutions of accountability to achieve sustainable and significant impact as advocates in their respective sectors. These are long-term positions and offer generous benefits packages. The assignments are expected to start in November 2012.

Deputy Chief of Party

       Minimum five (5) years experience in development, management, consulting, capacity building or related field;

       Experience in managing donor-funded programs is desired;

       Knowledge of and/or experience working with the civil society sector and Government of Tanzania institutions of accountability; Strong communication skills, including interpersonal and in written and oral English, to fulfill the diverse technical and managerial requirements of the program and to effectively coordinate with a wide range of stakeholders.;

       Graduate degree in social sciences, management, or related fields.

Capacity Development Manager

       Minimum five (5) years of experience in managing capacity development programs targeting CSOs;

       Excellent interpersonal skills and capacity to transfer skills and knowledge to beneficiaries;

       Knowledge of and/or experience working with the civil society sector and Government of Tanzania institutions of accountability;

       College degree in social sciences, economics, or related fields.

Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist

       Minimum five (5) years of experience in designing monitoring and evaluation methodologies; field-based data collection and analysis experience;

       Knowledge of and experience in using statistical software;

       Knowledge of and/or experience with the civil society sector and Government of Tanzania institutions of accountability;

       Knowledge of USAID M&E requirements preferred;

       Excellent interpersonal skills and capacity to transfer skills and knowledge to beneficiaries;

       College degree in social sciences, economics, or related fields.

Government Liaison Officer

       Minimum five (5) years of experience in managing development programs targeting Government of Tanzania institutions;

       In-depth knowledge of or experience working with Government of Tanzania institutions of accountability (the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority, the National Audit Office, the Ethics Secretariat at the President's Office, and the Ministry of Public Service and Good Governance in Zanzibar) preferred;

       Excellent interpersonal skills and capacity to transfer skills and knowledge to beneficiaries;

       College degree in social sciences, economics, or related fields.

Communications and Outreach Specialist

       Minimum three (3) years of experience in managing public outreach and information programs for donor-supported programs;

       Very good understanding of available communication channels to reach  various target audiences in Tanzania;

       In depth knowledge of or/and experience in utilizing new media tools for development;

       Excellent interpersonal skills and capacity to transfer skills and knowledge to beneficiaries;

       College degree in journalism, communication, or related fields.

Finance Manager

       Minimum five (5) years of experience in financial management for donor-funded programs;

       Close familiarity with Government of Tanzania and U.S. Government financial management and reporting requirements;

       Very well organized and detailed oriented; and

       Proven track record of impeccable professional integrity.

To apply: Please send (i) a curriculum vitae, (ii) cover letter, and (iii) contact information for three references to: ckeller@ewmi.org and include “CDPA - Tanzania” in the subject line. No phone calls please. EWMI will contact applicants for interviews or to request additional information.

About EWMI: Founded in 1988 as an independent, not-for-profit organization, the East-West Management Institute, Inc. (EWMI), promotes the rule of law, civil society and free market systems globally. EWMI provides training, technical expertise and grants to foster sustainable reforms in government, business and civil society. Working in partnership with grass roots groups, local governments and international organizations, EWMI combines legal, civic and economic initiatives to build just, prosperous and democratic societies.