ARDHI UNIVERSITY JOB VACANCY – APPLY NOW.

ARDHI UNIVERSITY

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Ardhi University has vacant position in the Administrative cadre.
The University subscribes to the policy of an equal opportunity employer and therefore invites applications from candidates who are interested to work in a thriving University environment and have the requisite skills, Qualifications and experience for various positions as indicated below;

Job Title: Insurance Manager (1 Post) Re -advertised
Required Qualifications:
• Holder of first Degree / Advanced Diploma in Insurance or a
• Diploma in Business Field plus a Certificate in Insurance or any other recognized professional
Insurance qualifications. AND 3 years post qualification experience in the Insurance Industry at,
managerial or executive position.

Duties
i. To run a department for handling Insurance business at Ardhi University.
ii. To develop competitive quotes, to prompt of documents promptly, and proper advice at
the time of claims.
iii. To maintain follow-ups of claims of their prompt settlement by Insurance.
iv. To develop and nurse relationship with clients through, physical visits and various
communication platform.
v. To enhance public awareness of the Agency through various communication strategies.
vi. To build support with Institutions in Tanzania in order to have their Insurance routed
through ARU’S Insurance Agency.
vii. To maintain an accurate and complete customer database and networking with
construction firms in order to solicit business on engineering for ARU’S Insurance
Agency.
Duty Station for the advertised post is Dar es salaam.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL APPLICANTS
1. All academic awards should be from recognized Universities and Institutions.
2. All applicants with certificates from foreign Universities should have the
certificates verified by the Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU)
3. All applicants must submit signed application letters accompanied with the following:
i) Copies of relevant academic and professional certificates;
ii) Three names and complete addresses of referees;
2iii) Current CV
4. Age limit: Not above 35 years
5. Applications should reach the University by using the address below not later than 5Th May, 2016.
6. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
7. Those applied during the first advertisement need not to apply

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Interested applicants should submit their applications to the undersigned:
The Deputy Vice Chancellor
(Planning, Finance and Administration)
Ardhi University
P.O. Box 35176
DAR ES SALAAM

JOB VACANCIES AT FOOD TRADE EAST AND SOUTHERN AFRICA (ESA).

FOOD TRADE EAST & SOUTHERN AFRICA (ESA)
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Post Title: Monitoring and Results Measurement Specialist
Reports to: Team Leader – Food Trade East & Southern Africa
Duty Station: Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania Requirements
Food Trade East & Southern Africa (ESA) is a five-year UK Government funded trade enhancement and promotion program focused on staple foods. The World Food Programme, through a grant provided by the Food Trade ESA, is implementing a multi-country project to scale up the use of its Patient Procurement Platform PPP. The PPP project will support government efforts to build sustainable markets that link smallholder farmers to local and regional markets.

The project is seeking a qualified Monitoring and Results Measurement (MRM) Specialist. The MRM Specialist will work closely with the technical team and other project stakeholders to manage an intervention MRM plan for the WFP PPP project, providing quality assessment support and improving all on-going monitoring measurement activities.
Potential candidates are required to have a minimum of a university degree in any relevant field/subject, with. 5+ years’ experience managing data intensive programs and designing MRM systems. Experience in integrating innovative MRM approaches in agriculture development programmes within the region is desirable.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Interested and suitably qualified candidates can send their CV and cover letter through foodtrade_recruitment@dsi.com.
Applications should include three work-related telephone numbers’. by email only through referees and day-time Application deadline is 14 days from the date advertised.

Only candidates who meet qualifications will be shortlisted and contacted.
We are committed to minimizing the environmental impacts of operations related to the programme, and to ensuring our work supports social protection for everyone without bias. We encourage gender equity and diversity in our programme.

Job Opportunities at Tanzania Electric Supply Company (TANESCO)

Tanzania Electric Supply Company (TANESCO)

LIVE LINE LINESMEN(ARTISANS) – (X5) POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Source habari leo,28th April 2016
Background – T ANESCO
Tanzania Electric-Supply Company (TANESO» is focusing on increasing the outreach, , and service quality of its Energy products for Tanzanians. Next to its current passion as a leading provider of electricity is to, be, more efficient customer focused utility for Tanzania and beyond: the company has the largest electricity generation, transmission, and distribution network in Tanzania. In order to reach its goals, the Company is investing heavily in its generation, transmission and distribution network, its business systems and human capital, T ANESCO now invites applicants .who are self-motivated; honest, hardworking and committed individuals to fin the under-mentioned positions for Transmission Business Unit at Head Office and Upcountry, Women are encouraged to apply
Specific attributes for the Positions to be filled:
All Candidates must:
Demonstrate understanding performance track record;
Be Fresh Graduate with at least 1 year Working experience as an added advantage.
Demonstrate highest degree of integrity;
Possess good communication and interpersonal skills;
Be self-driven and capable of working with minimal supervision;
Be capable of delivering expected results and ability to work under pressure with light deadlines,
Must be computer literate,
Live Line Linesmen(Artisans) – 05 POSTS
Reports To: live Line Foreman
REF. NO. 03
JOB PURPOSE
Responsible for proper Preventive Maintenance of Transmission lines infrastructure under hot/live (energized at 66kV and above) lines conditions as directed by Live Line Foreman.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
• To do maintenance of Transmission lines under Live Line conditions on lines of voltage level 66kV and above as instructed by the Live Line Foreman. .
• To ensure disc insulators, vibration dampers, amour rods, u-bolts, plates etc are Properly fixed in position to the required standards.
• To ensure proper use of live line working equipment.
• To do refinishing of hot sticks as instructed by Live Line Foreman.
• To strictly observe safety Rules that govern live line works.
• To perform any other relevant official duties as may be’ assigned by the Foreman from to time.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
• FORM IV/VI
• Relevant Technical Vocational Training (Trade Test) from recognized Vocational Training Institution.

REMUNERATION
An attractive compensation package based on performance and commensurate with the responsibility will apply to successful candidates.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Interested Tanzanians should apply by sending an application letter, clearly stating why you “should be considered for the position and how you will add value to our company. The’ application letters should be enclosed with a concise Curriculum Vitae and photocopies of relevant certificates including three (3) referees.
Application close date 10th May, 2016 and all applications should be addressed to:
SENIOR MANAGER HUMAN RESOURCES,
T ANESCO LTD UMEME PARK,
P. 0 BOX 9024,
DAR ES SALAAM

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TRANSMISSION TECHNICIANS – (X6) POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Source habari leo,28th April 2016

Background – T ANESCO

Tanzania Electric-Supply Company (TANESO» is focusing on increasing the outreach, , and service quality of its Energy products for Tanzanians. Next to its current passion as a leading provider of electricity is to, be, more efficient customer focused utility for Tanzania and beyond: the company has the largest electricity generation, transmission, and distribution network in Tanzania. In order to reach its goals, the Company is investing heavily in its generation, transmission and distribution network, its business systems and human capital, T ANESCO now invites applicants .who are self-motivated; honest, hardworking and committed individuals to fin the under-mentioned positions for Transmission Business Unit at Head Office and Upcountry, Women are encouraged to apply

Specific attributes for the Positions to be filled:

All Candidates must:

Demonstrate understanding performance track record;

Be Fresh Graduate with at least 1 year Working experience as an added advantage.

Demonstrate highest degree of integrity;

Possess good communication and interpersonal skills;

Be self-driven and capable of working with minimal supervision;

Be capable of delivering expected results and ability to work under pressure with light deadlines,

Must be computer literate,

Transmission Technicians – 06 POSTS (Transmission lines. Protections and Heavy Current)

Reports To: Principal Transmission Engineer

REF. NO. 02

POSITION OBJECTIVE

Manage Transmission, Department works comprising Protections/Heavy Current/Transmission Lines, in order- to maintain reliability and quality of power supply to dispatching centers and advice on ‘safe, efficient, effective and economic solutions to improve infrastructure ‘of the’ National Grid .

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• To prepare and update maintenance schedules for the Transmission lines/Protections/Heavy Current network activities.

• To participate on supervision -transmission works including infrastructures maintenance, rehabilitation, protection as well as. construction activities

• Preparation’ of reports, detailing transmission environments .and ensure data keeping done as per regulation’s.

• To track and records the maintenances on infrastructure for necessary, input to Asset Management database.

• To attend any other technical assignments-as may be ‘directed by your immediate supervisor from time to time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

Form IV/VI

Full Technician Certificate (FTC) or Diploma in Civil or Electrical Engineering or Electro Mechanical Engineering from accredited ‘Institution or equivalent qualification from any recognized Institutions.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

REMUNERATION

An attractive compensation package based on performance and commensurate with the responsibility will apply to successful candidates.

Interested Tanzanians should apply by sending an application letter, clearly stating why you “should be considered for the position and how you will add value to our company. The’ application letters should be enclosed with a concise Curriculum Vitae and photocopies of relevant certificates including three (3) referees.

Application close date 10th May, 2016 and all applications should be addressed to:

SENIOR MANAGER HUMAN RESOURCES,

T ANESCO LTD UMEME PARK,

P. 0 BOX 9024,

DAR ES SALAAM

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TRANSMISSION ENGINEER TRAINEES- (X9) POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Source habari leo,28th April 2016
Background – T ANESCO

Tanzania Electric-Supply Company (TANESO» is focusing on increasing the outreach, , and service quality of its Energy products for Tanzanians. Next to its current passion as a leading provider of electricity is to, be, more efficient customer focused utility for Tanzania and beyond: the company has the largest electricity generation, transmission, and distribution network in Tanzania. In order to reach its goals, the Company is investing heavily in its generation, transmission and distribution network, its business systems and human capital, T ANESCO now invites applicants .who are self-motivated; honest, hardworking and committed individuals to fin the under-mentioned positions for Transmission Business Unit at Head Office and Upcountry, Women are encouraged to apply
Specific attributes for the Positions to be filled:

All Candidates must:
Demonstrate understanding performance track record;
Be Fresh Graduate with at least 1 year Working experience as an added advantage.
Demonstrate highest degree of integrity;
Possess good communication and interpersonal skills;
Be self-driven and capable of working with minimal supervision;
Be capable of delivering expected results and ability to work under pressure with light deadlines,
Must be computer literate,

Transmission Engineer Trainees – 09 POSTS:
(Transmission lines. Protections and Heavy Current sections)
Reports To: Principal Transmission Engineer
REF. NO. 01
POSITION OBJECTIVE
Responsible for all Transmission Department works comprising Protections/Heavy Current/Transmission Lines, in order, to maintain reliability and quality of power supply to dispatching centers and advice on safe, efficient, effective and economic solutions to improve infrastructure of the National Grid,
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Plan, monitor and control regional repair and maintenance activities within area of transmission line boundaries in order to ensure the most effective utilization of resources and the achievement of objectives and targets and that the works are done in line with the best standards and practices in the industry,
• Establish a functional approach to attend emergency troubleshooting works to ensure power restoration in the shortest possible time in event of severe system faults,
• To carry out regular inventory, control and monitoring of tools and equipment including vehicles to ensure their rational utility and availability and that spares parts for transmission lines, maintenance are always available
• Provide technical advice on losses reduction to ensure grid network sustainability.
• To test and maintain protective relaying and control devices in the grid, distribution and isolated networks, according to preventive maintenance schedule to ensure that all device are healthy and functioning reliably
• To liaise with other company departments involved in planning and designing to ensure that the protection philosophy is maintained,
• To oversee, and participate in commissioning of substations and power station equipment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
Bachelor of’, Science’ Degree in Electrical/ Civil/Electrical &Electronic, Electromechanical, Industrial Engineering and Management or equivalent qualification from any relevant Institutions.
Must be registered by Engineers Registration Board
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
REMUNERATION
An attractive compensation package based on performance and commensurate with the responsibility will apply to successful candidates.
Interested Tanzanians should apply by sending an application letter, clearly stating why you “should be considered for the position and how you will add value to our company. The’ application letters should be enclosed with a concise Curriculum Vitae and photocopies of relevant certificates including three (3) referees.

Application close date 10th May, 2016 and all applications should be addressed to:
SENIOR MANAGER HUMAN RESOURCES,
T ANESCO LTD UMEME PARK,
P. 0 BOX 9024,
DAR ES SALAAM

Job Opportunities at Unilever Tea Tanzania Limited

Job Opportunities at Unilever Tea Tanzania Limited, Application Deadline: 09 May 2016

Job Advertisement

Company Profile:
>Unilever’s mission is to add vitality to life. We meet everyday needs for nutrition, hygiene, and personal care with brands that help people feel good, look good and get more out of life.
Our Corporate Strategy aims to double the size of our business by 2020 while halving our
environmental footprints.
Every day, around the world, people drink cups of tea. Our brands are trusted everywhere and we’ve
grown to become one of the world’s most successful fast moving consumer goods companies.
Unilever values employee engagement and development by providing vital and relevant professional
experiences. In Unilever, we give you a career.
Unilever Tea Tanzania Limited is a plantation company operating under Unilever Tea, East Africa
(UTEA). UTTL employs over 5,500 employees whose safety and security are very important to the
business.
We are currently looking to hire 2 Finance Officers for our Tanzania business. This role will be office
based and requires candidates with knowledge for the job. If you are looking for a career in Unilever
then you are the person we are looking for.

DEPARTMENT: Finance

JOB TITLE: Finance Officer Operations & Planning– (1 post)

REPORTS TO: Finance Manager
JOB LOCATION: Mufindi
Business Context and Main Purpose of the Job
The purpose of the Finance Officer is to support Unilever Tea Tanzania business agenda by
coordinating and implementing financial accountability at the Estates and Factories.
The Finance officer will:

• Support Finance Manager in the formulation of robust business plans and timely delivery ofmanagement reports, execution, risk management strategies, coordination of audits, etc

Main Accountabilities
Financial Management:
Management of the general ledger

• Delivery of sharper analytics and challenge for performance improvement

• Capitalize on opportunities to collaborate with the customers finance team on joint Financeinitiation
• Shape portfolios by providing financial insights across projects
• Fully integrate financial management tools to build an analytics which create greatest value.
• Interpret and analyze operation reports to inform UL expansion strategies.
• Lead the translation of Corporate KPI’s to derive joint growth opportunities and applications.
• Understand and translate end to end value chain analysis to generate higher value activity planning and counterparts with the out growers.
• Identify and dial up win-win via profitability analysis.

Information Management & Reporting:

• Utilize proficiency in global systems to synthesize Unilever and competitive information and drive insights back into business strategy.
• Support the development and drive business partner usage of Enterprise Support Information tools.
• Ensure that the culture of using information to drive performance management is well established within the business

Control & Accounting:

• Challenge inefficiencies and indicate drivers.
• Ensure integrity and control in primary and secondary sales and stocks position
• Ensure integrity and control across accrual/ payment process.
• Use relevant competitive benchmarks (financials, shadow P&Ls) to identify savings opportunities and/or areas under leveraged.

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business preferably Accounting/Finance/business Administration
• CPA level II
• 5 years experience in financial, operational and business partnering roles
• Excellent analytical and communication skills with ability to respond under pressure.
• Ability and drive to work independently and lead diverse teams.
• Experience of working in multi-national teams and/or virtual team environment.
• Knowledge of computer packages

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DEPARTMENT: Finance
JOB TITLE: Finance Officer – (1 post)
REPORTS TO: Finance Manager – Grow Africa
JOB LOCATION: Mufindi
Business Context and Main Purpose of the JobThe purpose of the Finance Officer is to support the Grow Africa agenda for Unilever. As a member of the Finance team, he/she will partner the Grow Africa leadership team through Finance Manager –
Grow Africa and General Manager Njombe & Outgrowers.

The Finance officer will:

• Support Finance Manager in the delivery of Njombe and Outgrowers projects by ensuring establishment of adequate financial controls and timely preparation of periodic reports.
• Drive performance cultures in relation to Accounting and Control; financial planning and Execution, Risk Management etc
• Partner with General Manager and Outgrowers Services Officer to understand and apply the drivers of the growth model.

Main Accountabilities
Financial Management:

• Preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements for Njombe Business Unit and Outgrowers.
• Preparation of projects progress reports.
• Delivery of sharper analytics and challenge for performance improvement
• Capitalize on opportunities to collaborate with the customers finance team on joint Finance initiation
• Shape portfolios by providing financial insights across projects
• Fully integrate financial management tools to build an analytics which create greatest value.
• Interpret and analyze operation reports to inform UL expansion strategies.
• Lead the translation of MOG and Njombe KPI’s to derive joint growth opportunities and applications.
• Understand and translate end to end value chain analysis to generate higher value activity planning and counterparts with the out growers.
• Identify and dial up win-win via profitability analysis.

Information Management & Reporting:

• Utilize proficiency in global systems to synthesize Unilever and competitive information and drive insights back into business strategy.
• Support the development and drive business partner usage of Enterprise Support Information tools.
• Ensure that the culture of using information to drive performance management is well established within the business

Control & Accounting:

• Challenge inefficiencies and indicate drivers.
• Ensure integrity and control in primary and secondary sales and stocks position
• Ensure integrity and control across accrual/ payment process.
• Use relevant competitive benchmarks (financials, shadow P&Ls) to identify savings opportunities and/or areas under leveraged.

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business preferably Accounting/Finance/business Administration
• CPA level II
• 5 years experience in financial, operational and business partnering roles
• Excellent analytical and communication skills with ability to respond under pressure.
• Ability and drive to work independently and lead diverse teams.
• Experience of working in multi-national teams and/or virtual team environment.
• Knowledge of computer packages

All applications should be sent to the address or email below on or before 09th May 2016. Eligible
candidates are required to submit detailed CV with names of three referees and an application letter.
P.O.BOX 4955,
Dar es Salaam
Or
Email: dorice.shitamanwa@unilever.com

TRAINEES OPPORTUNITIES IN TANESCO APRIL 2016

The Tanzania Electric Supply Company (TANESCO) is focusing on increasing the outreach and service quality of its Energy products for Tanzanian people. Next to its current passion as a leading provider of electricity, is to be more efficient customer focused utility for Tanzania and beyond. The Company has the largest electricity generation, transmission and distribution network in Tanzania. In order to reach its goals, the Company will, in the coming years invest heavily in its generation, transmission and distribution network, its business systems and human capital. TANESCO now invites applicants who are self-motivated, honest, hardworking and committed individuals to fill one of the top management positions in the Company.

Specific attributes for the Position to be filled:

The required candidate must:

vDemonstrate impeccable performance track record;

vDemonstrate highest degree of integrity;

vPossess good communication and interpersonal skills;

vPossess leadership, project management, problem solving, negotiation, research and analytical skills.

vBe capable of delivering excellent results while working under pressure with tight deadlines;

vPossess knowledge and competency in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) application.

TRANSMISSION ENGINEER TRAINEES – 09 POSTS 

( TRANSMISSION LINES , PROTECTIONS AND HEAVY CURRENT SECTIONS ) 

REF . NO . 01 

DEGREE IN  ELECTRICAL /CIVIL/ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS 

MUST BE REGISTERED ENGINEER 

MODE OF APPLICATION:

Applicants should submit a detailed application letter, clearly stating why you should be considered for the position, and how you will add value, a detailed curriculum vitae, and copies of certificates they wish to use in supporting their applications, three referees and two (2) passport size photographs to the address shown below.

Applicants must clearly show their complete address including mobile telephone numbers and email addresses. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

SENIOR MANAGER , HUMAN RESOURCES ,

TANESCO LTD UMEME PARK,

UBUNGO P. O BOX 9024,

DAR ES SALAAM.

DEADLINE ; 10TH MAY 2016

SOURCE ; DAILY NEWS , APRIL 28 , 2016

Research Fellow, Land and Water Resources

Vacancy Announcement- Research Fellow, Land and Water Resources

The United Nations University Institute for Natural Resources in Africa (UNU-INRA) is currently looking for an outstanding individual to fill the position of Research Fellow, Land and Water Resources.

Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of the Director of UNU-INRA, the Research Fellow for Land and Water Resources will:

• Lead in the review and coordination of research activities of the institute in the thematic area of land and water resources;
• Conduct research on land and water resources problems and analyze related policies to help the institute to achieve its goals and objectives;
• Coordinate and support development of methodologies for the management of land and water resources;
• Create awareness, train national collaborators, and provide guidelines for effective implementation of land and water resources with a view to ensuring sustainable management of natural resources, biodiversity conservation and maintenance of environmental quality;
• Supervise graduate students in their research work;
• Develop research and training proposals for funding;
• Plan, organize and participate in national and sub-regional conferences/meetings/workshops;
• Prepare and publish research outputs in high quality publications, including peer-reviewed journals, extension and
• Perform any other professional duties as may be required by the Director of UNU-INRA.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• A PhD degree in Agricultural Sciences (Agronomy, Crop Sciences, Soil Sciences or a related discipline);
• At least six years of relevant work experience in the bio-physical aspects of natural resource management and conservation problems, preferably in an international environment;
• Demonstrated competence in and knowledge of geographical information systems and remote sensing methods;
• Good computer application skills and use of statistical packages;
• Good writing, presentation and communication skills; and demonstrated experience in organizing training workshops, conferences, and fundraising activities, as well as forging partnerships with international agencies, national institutions and NGOs;
• Good working knowledge of English is essential; knowledge of French would be an advantage;
• Ability to work independently with little supervision and under tight deadlines; and
• Proven interpersonal skills demonstrated by the ability to work in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity .

Remuneration:
The remuneration will commensurate with academic qualification and experience.

Duration of contract:

This is a full time employment on a one (1) year Personnel Service Agreement (PSA) contract with the possibility for contract renewal subject to satisfactory work performance, with the combined duration of appointments not exceeding six (6) years.

Starting date: 1 July 2016 or earlier.

Application Procedure:

Interested applicants should submit their applications, preferably by e-mail (to recruit-inra@unu.edu) and must include the following:

• A cover letter setting out how qualifications and experience match the requirements of the position;
• A curriculum vitae and a completed and signed unu personal history (p.11) form downloadable from unu website. Please avoid using similar forms provided by other united nations organizations;
• An indication of the reference number of the vacancy announcement (2016/unu/inra/psa/rf/39).

The complete vacancy announcement is available at the related tab.

Nafasi ya Kazi Standard Chartered Bank, Application Deadline 30 Apr 2016

Standard Chartered Bank

COUNTRY CREDIT HEAD POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Description

To uphold the integrity of the Group’s risk/return decisions, and in particular for ensuring that credit risks arising from Retail clients are properly assessed, that risk/return decisions are made transparently on the basis of this proper assessment, and are controlled in accordance with the Group’s standards and its Risk Appetite
To ensure the Risk Management Framework and policies are effectively communicated and implemented across the Function and for administering related governance and reporting processesTo exercise credit risk approval authority in the Retail Clients business
Job Title:Country Credit Head

Key Roles and Responsibilities
Strategy

• Inform the development of business plans with the provision of cost and impairment forecasts and a balanced judgement on the external environment
• Contribute to the development of performance management and remuneration processes, in order to encourage the development of an appropriate risk culture and discipline Business
• Communicate the strategic intent and collective agenda
• Maintain and develop risk capabilities and skills to meet ongoing business needs and plans
• Manage the Business Continuity Plan Document and the Business Analysis for the relevant unit Ensure the Call Tree for the relevant Unit is performed accordingly Processes
• Supervise all processes where a member of the Function is the identified first line process owner
• Ensure effective management of operational risks within the Function and compliance with applicable internal policies, and external laws and regulations
• Continuously improve the operational efficiency and effectiveness of risk management processes People and Talent
• Employ, engage and retain high quality people
• Define an organisation structure aligned and scaled to the risk control needs of the Function, balancing Group & local requirements as necessary
• Set and monitor job descriptions and objectives for direct reports and provide feedback and rewards in line with their performance against those responsibilities and objectives
• Uphold and reinforce the independence of the Function from those whose primary responsibility is to maximise short-term revenues and profits
• Ensure the provision of ongoing training and development of the Function’s people, and ensure that holders of all critical functions are suitably skilled and qualified for their roles
• Lead through example and build the appropriate culture and values within the Function and across the wider organisation

Risk Management

• Assess the credit risk profile of the Retail Clients business and maintain alignment with risk appetite by rebalancing of risks or controls that may be required in response to internal and external factors – Initiate,at least annually and with guidance from Group specialists, a stress test and scenario programme, review the results and assess their implications
• Initiate stress tests as required by internal and external factor and review results and assess their implications
• Ensure that effective management response plans are in place to respond to extreme but plausible scenarios
• Uphold the integrity of risk/return decisions, by challenging business and control function heads to demonstrate that risk origination and control decisions are properly informed and consistent with strategy and risk appetite
• Direct appropriate response to material events or other risk issues that come to the role holder’s attention
• Ensure risk identification, measurement and modelling capabilities are objective, consistent and compliant with applicable regulations
• Ensure that material risk exposures and related issues are reported to the responsible governance committees
• Ensure appropriate judgement is applied in the discharge of risk authorities assigned to the jobholder, taking account of concentration risk across sectors, geographies and markets where applicable. Assign risk authorities to suitable named individuals in line with their skills and judgement
• Design, maintain and effectively communicate risk control parameters across the Retail Clients business, including policies, control standards, risk exposure limits and other control levers in order to maintain the business’s risk profile in line with the Group’s risk appetite
• Maintain a good understanding of the requirements of key external stakeholders in respect of credit risk management and ensure these are well understood internally and reflected in internal procedures
• Obtain assurance regarding the effectiveness of credit controls and compliance with applicable laws & regulations
• Actively participate in key committees through standing membership
• Ensure business and product heads understand and accept their credit risk management responsibilities
• Maintain an open and cooperative relationship in dealings with regulators

Qualifications and Skills
Market Knowledge: Substantial experience at the highest level in the banking industry, including demonstrated success in a similar role
Business Strategy and Model: Sharp business acumen (including ability to assess risk and appropriate levels of return), strong leadership qualities, excellent interpersonal skills and multi-cultural awareness and sensitivity
Risk Management and Control: Demonstrated track record in successful management and ability to manage risk in geographically dispersed and highly varied product base. Expertise in process design and control
Regulatory Framework and Requirements: Awareness and understanding of the regulatory framework in which the firm operates, and the regulatory requirements and expectations relevant to the role
Non-technical Skills: Significant relationship management experience – with external stakeholders at the most senior levels, including regulators and rating agencies.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Online application, Click HERE TO APPLY

Employment Opportunities at VSO Tanzania

LOGISTICS MANAGER

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Competitive

Fixed Term, 12 months

Full Time, 35 hours per week

About VSO

VSO is the world’s leading independent international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty in developing countries. Our high-impact approach brings people together to share skills, build capabilities, promote international understanding and action to change lives and make the world a fairer place.

Role overview

Your principal responsibilities will be to provide comprehensive procurement and administrative support to the VSO Country Office

Skills, qualifications and experience required

You should have:

Essential

• A minimum of fist degree in business management or related field,

• Good coordination skills – methodical and self-organized

• Proficiency Information Technology knowledge (Word, Outlook, Excel)

• Good written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrable commitment to delivering excellent procurement, logistical and administrative services

• Good interpersonal skills

• Ability to think quickly to respond to immediate requests

• Attention to detail

• Flexibility to adapt, positive attitude towards change, and a constructive and creative approach to problem solving

• Commitment to VSO’s values

• Willingness to travel outside of the region for extended periods of time

• Minimum of 3 years of working experience with international Non-Government Organizations

• Prior experience managing procurement, logistical and operations involving accommodation and security

• sharp and keen on and attentive to details

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WEB DEVELOPER – TLED

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Competitive

Consultant Agreement, 40 days

Full Time, 35 hours per week

About VSO

VSO is the world’s leading independent international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty in developing countries. Our high-impact approach brings people together to share skills, build capabilities, promote international understanding and action to change lives and make the world a fairer place.

Role overview

SCOPE OF THE ASSIGNMENT

The scope of developing “Web development and its management” is very wide. However, at present, the portal has the scope to disseminate the following information which will be modified at regular intervals:

Assess the current VSO & Cuso International website structure and contents for ease of accessibility, quality of contents, user-friendliness, ease of maintenance/update, information retrieval, etc.…

Design the website structure, taking into account the requirements from VSO & Cuso International office: clear catalogs & folders for data & page storage, attractive site & page layout, easy to use, update and maintain, flexible navigation & search function; counting function for web pages visited, etc.

Gather informative contents for the Web presence (text, documents, pictures, key speeches, etc.) from VSO.

Design and establish anti-hacker and antivirus plan for the website.

Make recommendations for software, hardware, and other back-end applications related to Web development.

Make recommendations for backup/restore plan.

Make recommendations for Website hosting service

Warranty and maintenance service

Skills, qualifications and experience required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Contractor must be a reputable company with prior rich experience in the field

• Proven and solid knowledge and experience in providing similar service to international organizations

• The Vendor should provide an proposal include a brief implementation plan

• Able to provide user training and all documents in English

• Solid knowledge on website security and website hosting service

• The Vendor should provide an proposal include a brief implementation plan

• The vendor should provide the quotation include below information:

Website design and setup.

Website hosting

Related software license

Quotation of maintenance service

Applications should contain an expression of interest, curriculum vitae, design portfolio stating relevant achievements and capacity to undertake the work by May 3rd 2016.

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FINANCE MANAGER – MATERNITY COVER

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Competitive

Fixed Term, open

Full Time, 35 hours per week

About VSO

VSO is the world’s leading independent international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty in developing countries. Our high-impact approach brings people together to share skills, build capabilities, promote international understanding and action to change lives and make the world a fairer place.

Role overview

To support the Head of Finance and Operations in managing country office finance

Skills, qualifications and experience required

the candidate should have:

• Technical Accounting Expertise – Fully Qualified Management Accountant (CMA), ACCA, ACA or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license with strong technical accounting skills. Skilled finance manager with at least 3 years of experience in multiple foreign currencies and understanding of foreign exchange hedging.

• Strong knowledge of internal financial controls and year-end procedure. Knowledge of Internal, External and Project Audit. Strong attention to detail. Understanding of international accounting standards. Able to communicate complex financial information effectively to wide range of audiences. Experience of remote and cross-cultural communication, demonstrating sensitivity to cultural and language differences.

• Decision Making and planning – Capacity for inquiry, research, logical and analytical thinking, powers of reasoning and critical analysis. Able to demonstrate sound judgement and a solution-focused approach, Able to consider implications of professional value, ethics and attitudes to decision making. Able to plan, juggle complex multiple priorities within restricted resources. . Ability to manage competing deadlines.

• Financial and Information Technology Systems – Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel particularly. Use of accounting software and reporting packages including SUN

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CHILD RIGHTS FACILITATOR

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Bukoba-Kagera, Tanzania

Bukoba Rural District Council (Tanzania)

About VSO

VSO is the world’s leading independent international development organisation that works through volunteers to fight poverty in developing countries. Our high-impact approach brings people together to share skills, build capabilities, promote international understanding and action to change lives and make the world a fairer place.

Role overview

The Quality teaching facilitator will be supporting schools in promoting child rights and develop child right implementation strategies. This will be based on using children clubs and children councils.

The volunteer will be working with heads of the schools,school inspectors,ward education coordinator and 2 other professional volunteers.

In the team you will advice on the development of training courses. After assisting in the implementation you’ll take up the role of mentor and coach for the participants.

Skills, qualifications and experience required

You have at least a bachelor degree in sociology/social works. You have at least 3 years of experience working in child right promotion. The candidate should have facilitation skills.

Applicants should be able to use motorcycle as means of transport

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