The Foundation for Civil Society is an independent Tanzanian organization whose vision and mission is to empower Tanzania citizens to realise their rights and engage in change processes that enhance their quality of life through the provision of grants, facilitating linkages and enabling a culture of ongoing learning in civil society.
The Foundation is inviting applications from qualified, dynamic and motivated Tanzanians to fill the following vacant positions in its offices in Dar es Salaam. These positions offer an excellent opportunity to work with and learn from civil society organizations from all over the country.
DESIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in social sciences with at least three years experience in grants or project management monitoring and evaluation, policy and development.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Excellent, well developed interpersonal and organizational skills.
Must be a team player, very self motivated and able to make balanced judgment and prioritize work load with minimum supervision An in depth knowledge of the civil society sector, and development processes in Tanzania
Highest level of integrity, honesty and sense of responsibility.
A proven ability to work under pressure to achieve visible results.
Strong work ethics and sensitive to people from different countries/cultures. An in depth knowledge of MKUKUTA/MKUZA
Excellent report writing skills and analytical skills
Fluency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili
Computer literate with proficiency in MS Office Applications
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• To review and screen grants applications in line with Foundation grants procedures and regulations:
To ensure adequate contracts management and compliance by grantees, regularly monitoring progress by reporting measures, selective site visits as prescribed in the Foundation's grants procedures and regulations
To ensure accurate and regular information is sent to grant applicants on the status of their applications To ensure accurate information about Foundation grantees is maintained in the database
To prepare periodic reports for management purposes and other stakeholders
To prepare high quality written materials for donor reports, training materials, grantee agreements, and other program documentations.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
In addition to the above skills and qualifications, applications for the above positions are required to have the following attributes:
A very high level of integrity, honesty and sense of responsibility Ability to work under pressure and produce results
Ability to work in a dynamic team
Ability to self manage, achieve results, and meet deadlines
REMUNERATION
The Foundation offers an attractive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, career development opportunities and excellent working conditions.
MODE OF APPLICATION
If you feel you meet the criteria outlined above, please apply in writing to the address below, and enclose the following documents:
A typed application letter stating why you feel you are the best candidate for the post A fully typed curriculum vitae (CV)
Copies of relevant certificates
Full contact details, including telephone numbers and e-mail address The names and contact details of three (3) professional references.
Closing date for all applications is 30th June 2010. Applications received after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
The Executive DirectorThe Foundation for Civil Society Haidery Plaza, 5th FloorUpangal Kisutu Street,P. O. Box 7192, DAR ES SALAAMEmail: jobs@thefoundation-tz.orgWebsite: www.thefoundation-tz.org
The Foundation is inviting applications from qualified, dynamic and motivated Tanzanians to fill the following vacant positions in its offices in Dar es Salaam. These positions offer an excellent opportunity to work with and learn from civil society organizations from all over the country.
DESIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in social sciences with at least three years experience in grants or project management monitoring and evaluation, policy and development.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Excellent, well developed interpersonal and organizational skills.
Must be a team player, very self motivated and able to make balanced judgment and prioritize work load with minimum supervision An in depth knowledge of the civil society sector, and development processes in Tanzania
Highest level of integrity, honesty and sense of responsibility.
A proven ability to work under pressure to achieve visible results.
Strong work ethics and sensitive to people from different countries/cultures. An in depth knowledge of MKUKUTA/MKUZA
Excellent report writing skills and analytical skills
Fluency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili
Computer literate with proficiency in MS Office Applications
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• To review and screen grants applications in line with Foundation grants procedures and regulations:
To ensure adequate contracts management and compliance by grantees, regularly monitoring progress by reporting measures, selective site visits as prescribed in the Foundation's grants procedures and regulations
To ensure accurate and regular information is sent to grant applicants on the status of their applications To ensure accurate information about Foundation grantees is maintained in the database
To prepare periodic reports for management purposes and other stakeholders
To prepare high quality written materials for donor reports, training materials, grantee agreements, and other program documentations.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
In addition to the above skills and qualifications, applications for the above positions are required to have the following attributes:
A very high level of integrity, honesty and sense of responsibility Ability to work under pressure and produce results
Ability to work in a dynamic team
Ability to self manage, achieve results, and meet deadlines
REMUNERATION
The Foundation offers an attractive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, career development opportunities and excellent working conditions.
MODE OF APPLICATION
If you feel you meet the criteria outlined above, please apply in writing to the address below, and enclose the following documents:
A typed application letter stating why you feel you are the best candidate for the post A fully typed curriculum vitae (CV)
Copies of relevant certificates
Full contact details, including telephone numbers and e-mail address The names and contact details of three (3) professional references.
Closing date for all applications is 30th June 2010. Applications received after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
The Executive DirectorThe Foundation for Civil Society Haidery Plaza, 5th FloorUpangal Kisutu Street,P. O. Box 7192, DAR ES SALAAMEmail: jobs@thefoundation-tz.orgWebsite: www.thefoundation-tz.org
