hereJob Opportunity at University of Maryland, Baltimore, Coordinator

ECHO Coordinator

University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) – Tanzania

Dar es Salaam,

Human Resources & Administration Manager, Maryland Global Initiatives Corporation -Tanzania Country Office

UMB is advertising for the position of ECHO Coordinator to support its Project ECHO central

coordination role in the country, as well as support in the implementation of the HIV ECHO clinic.

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Coordinates and facilitates information flow between the ECHO hubs scattered throughout the country and the UMB ECHO team and supervises and provides Technical Assistance to HIV ECHO zonal coordinators. Develops, plans, implements, and documents training for ECHO initiatives
• Ensures compliance with training requirements set forth by government and institutional entities. Provides and/or coordinates training throughout the zonal hubs to ensure compliance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Assist in the production and distribution of ECHO session course materials and schedules
• Facilitate the delivery of clinical/training content using a designated communication vehicle
• Coordinate training for SMEs and spoke participants.
• Assist with the development of clinical and curriculum brochures
• Assist with the development and preparation of marketing and promotional plans and/or materials, as appropriate to the program
• Serve as liaison between hub teams and national ECHO coordinator
• Coordinate instructional course activities, which may include the logistics for distance delivery technologies
• Train hub teams on iECHO data entry
• Supervise and examine data entry into iECHO and analyze and use the data to improve

HIV ECHO

• Collect weekly and monthly reports from hubs and provide guidance and recommendations based on tracked indicators and outputs
• Assist hubs in data utilization to improve their HIV ECHO clinic and seek creative and innovative ways to capture and present data
• Facilitate and enhance day-to-day operating relations with hub coordinators and other stakeholders, as appropriate to the position
• Provide administrative and operational support for hub teams and spoke to participants
• Collaborate with Project ECHO team to coordinate ECHO site orientation visits and troubleshooting of technical problems

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Medically trained personnel (Registered Medical Doctor, nurse).
•  A degree in Social Work, Public Health, Social Sciences, or similar field from a recognized academic institution will be an added advantage.
• Candidates should have at least three years of clinical experience. 
• Experience in Project ECHO and HIV prevention and treatment initiatives is an added advantage.
• Demonstrates experience in coordinating and facilitating training and workshops.
•  Must be computer literate with knowledge and skills in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint. Knowledge of any statistical data package will be an added advantage.
• Candidates must possess experience in mentoring and orienting staff.
• Candidates must have basic skills in monitoring and evaluation.
• Able to maintain utmost confidentiality regarding sensitive information.
• Able to express oneself verbally in an accurate, understandable, and succinct manner to individuals or groups.
• Possesses strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Prioritization and time management skills sufficient to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to independently work through details of a problem to reach a positive solution.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills in Kiswahili and English.
•  Self-motivated and a team player.
• Must be a Tanzanian citizen.

If you are interested and meet the minimum requirements, please submit your cover letter and curriculum vitae of no more than 3-pages by the 15th January 2021 to the Human Resources & Administration Manager, at TanzaniaHR@mgic.umaryland.edu

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted

hereJob Opportunity at Kuehne+Nagel, Logistics and Supply Chain – Talent Community

Logistics and Supply Chain – Talent Community

Kuehne+Nagel

Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Interested in working at Kuehne + Nagel? Then simply apply for this job and we will keep your profile in mind every time when we will have new vacancies.

As the global market leader, Kuehne + Nagel has plenty of opportunities to start or further develop your career. Throughout the year we are hiring for various roles. If you would like to be considered for a position in future, then please submit your CV.

Once you join our Talent Community, we can further investigate which type of opportunity matches the best with your profile and career ambitions.

This is a general application. We thank you for your interest.

Possible areas of expertise:

Logistics Management

International Logistics

Third-Party Logistics (3PL)

Supply Chain Management

Transportation Management

Warehouse Operations

Customs Brokerage

Sales and Account Management

Business Development

Communication

Customer Service

Customer Satisfaction

Customer Care

Teamwork

Freight Forwarding

Air Logistics 

Sea Logistics

Road Logistics

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hereJob Opportunity at SMART CODES, Business And Communication Associate

Business And Communication Associate

SMART CODES

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Founder & CEO @SmartCodes with a passion for Technology, Innovation and Advertising | Helping young African startups flourish and grow via @SmartLab255 #UNTILITSDONE

Smart Lab is an innovation platform that links learning institutions with corporate partners to empower groundbreaking solutions that will impact African communities. We connect entrepreneurs and product builders with our innovative talent, world-class clients, and partners to take extraordinary African companies to scale. Smart Lab also provides the entrepreneurs with resources – our time, creative support, infrastructure, and business acumen – to scale and build their company. Smart Lab is under Smart Codes, an award-winning digital agency founded in 2010, committed to solving African problems with more than 60 employees. Based on the successes of our joint partnership with Vodacom Tanzania for the Vodacom Digital Accelerator, and with another partnership with Human Development Innovation Fund as well as UKAID for the University Outreach Program, we’re expanding our amazing team.

As part of this expansion, Smart Lab is looking to recruit a Business & Communication Associate. This role will be responsible for implementing the Smart Lab’s communication strategy. The Business & Communication Associate will possess expertise in digital communications, visual communications, content development, and writing and editing. The Associate will provide oversight of our communications efforts related to branding, tone, quality control, and business positioning. The Associate will monitor and maintain Smart Lab’s social media platforms (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.) and Web site, blog, newsletters and continually create and update communication/marketing materials. As needed, the Associate also will support Business Development efforts. This position works closely with the Lab Manager to ensure that corporate partners as well as those selected for the program are of the highest quality. The ideal candidate is dynamic, charismatic, entrepreneurial, and deeply connected to the corporate ecosystem with proven experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Managing new businesses in Smart Lab’s pipeline
• Working closely with the lab manager and project associates
• Using technical knowledge to pitch digital programs to potential corporate partners
• Responding to corporate inquiries in a timely manner, providing accurate information, and creating a great customer experience for every potential client
• Negotiating terms with new accounts based on company guidelines and parameters while also taking ownership of the sale process and closing deals
• Follow-up on qualifying leads, and conduct research to improve Smart Lab’s programs and initiatives.
• You are looking to build valuable connections and work closely with brilliant folks from the tech industry
• You want to be part of an ambitious, fast-moving team
• You want to develop your ability to work with the head of departments and senior management of corporates
• You want to gain solid exposure to the Corporate/ Tech ecosystem
• Co-lead end-to-end business development strategy with Lab Manager
• Analyze and conduct research regularly on industry, market, and best practices to stay updated on the latest happenings
• Identify, develop, and execute new strategies for business growth
• Prepare pitches and proposals, and follow up with leads
• Propose recommendations for structuring well-defined partnership deals
• Maintain strong relationships with our corporate partners and clients
• Generate new business leads and opportunities through emails/LinkedIn, networking, etc
• Create and promote content on Smart Lab’s and corporate partners’ social media channels.
• Ensure a creative yet consistent look and feel that adheres to, and supports the Smart Lab’s brand.
• Ensure a creative yet consistent look and feel that adheres to, and supports the Smart Lab’s brand
• Implement the Smart Lab digital communications strategy, focusing on social media management, blogging, email marketing, and Web site.
• Manage Smart Lab’s positioning across all social media channels.
• Publish content to, and update key pages on, Smart Lab’s Web site, social media (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Youtube, Instagram).
• Advise team on implementing Smart Lab’s brand through imagery, communication strategy.
• Write occasional press releases and outside communications;
• Other duties and responsibilities as needed.
• Help forge strategic partnerships with individuals and local hubs who can help promote Smart Lab’s content, activities, and programs.
• Provide research insights to improve Smart Lab’s communications;
• Help ensure that content created reaches maximum impact by supporting the development of strategies for distribution from the outset, boosting the visibility of our content on relevant Smart Lab’s channels
• Continually maintain and upgrade communications skills, keeping abreast of emerging platforms and tools, and systematically reviewing media impact results and other measurement tools for learning purposes.
• Assist in the implementation of campaigns, events, and other initiatives in support of Smart Lab’s strategic objectives, including its need for a leading share of voice on innovation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 2+ years’ experience in business development within the tech/digital area
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to represent Smart Labs at a high level with startups, corporates, international NGO’s, and the local entrepreneurial ecosystem.
• Ability to juggle multiple deadlines and deliver accurate and timely materials
• Good understanding of the wider objectives of Smart Lab’s initiative and business goals.
• Ability to work positively with a wide range of individuals
• Ability to win five and six-figure contracts with confidence
• Strong leadership and management skills
• The ability to find innovative ways to resolve problems
• University Degree required MBA preferred.
• SaaS sales experience would be a real positive
• Understanding of Digital Marketing, Conversation Rate Optimisation, A/B Testing
• Degree in Business, Communication or Marketing
• Basic knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite, and Canva.
• Experience in writing copywriting for websites and social media.
• Experience with producing bite-sized video content for Instagram and Facebook stories.
• Experience with online content management software.
• Proactive focused, and resilient
• Effective time management skills / Ability to multi-task.
• A positive attitude and a desire to make a difference!
• Ability and willingness to work with all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to function as part of a team efforts
• Good interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Oral and written fluency in both Swahili and English
• Experience in publishing content on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and WordPress
• Experience in creating and presenting digital media reports

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hereJob Opportunity at SMART CODES, Full Stack Engineer

Full Stack Engineer

SMART CODES

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Founder & CEO @SmartCodes with a passion for Technology, Innovation and Advertising | Helping young African startups flourish and grow via @SmartLab255 #UNTILITSDONE

Overview

Our Technology team is an integral part of our business. We are looking for an experienced Full-Stack Developer bringing creativity and a technical mindset, to grow our existing products and bring new products to life. You will join a dynamic and motivated team to build exciting enterprise and consumer solutions that will solve African challenges and make a mark across Africa.

Your Role

• You will be working with both web apps and mobile apps with the chance to support both the backend and frontend developments
• You will work on some third-party integrations (Telecoms and Banks)
• Your work will entail developing new software and services
• You will be responsible for troubleshooting, maintenance, and optimizing the performance of different systems and products. 
• You’ll be involved in reviewing system specifications and documentation along the system development life cycle

Your Skills and Experience

• You have at least 5 years of industry experience as a software developer.
• You have strong backend skills including PHP (Laravel framework) and Java (Spring framework) 
• You have experience building Android, iOS, and Web applications.
• You have worked on projects with modern frontend frameworks (React, Vue, Jquery).
• You have worked with both Rest-API & SOAP APIs
• You are comfortable with database design and implementation
• You are following coding best practices for code standards, writing unit tests, version control, continuous integration
• You have a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field
• Experience working in an agile environment 
• You have excellent communication skills, both oral and written, technical and non-technical, & a key team player. 

Bonus

• You have a working knowledge of flutter
• You have an in-depth working knowledge of cloud systems (AWS, Docker, Kubernetes)

Join us!

At Smart Codes, we love working with talent who are driven, and thoughtful individuals focused on creating great and disruptive technology products. You will be part of an environment that puts collaboration at the centre. Where we value your insight, energy, and we know the special mark that great developers make on a product and the success of a business.

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hereJob Opportunity at FAO, National Consultant on ASSP I assessment and formulation of ASSP II- for the Crops sub-sector

National Consultant on ASSP I assessment and formulation of ASSP II- for the Crops sub-sector 

Job Posting: 06/Jan/2021

Closure Date: 21/Jan/2021, 1:59:00 AM

Organizational Unit: FRURT

Job Type: Non-staff opportunities

Type of Requisition: PSA (Personal Services Agreement)

Grade Level: N/A

Primary Location: Tanzania, United Republic of

Duration: 20 days

FAO seeks gender, geographical and linguistic diversity in its staff and international consultants in order to best serve FAO Members in all regions.

Qualified female applicants and qualified nationals of non-and under-represented member countries are encouraged to apply.

Persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Organizational Settings

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), leads international efforts to alleviate hunger, eliminate poverty and achieve food and nutrition security for all. At present, FAO is supporting a number of interventions related to Agriculture (crop, Livestock, Fisheries, Forestry development and Food Security And Nutrition. FAO is seeking for suitably qualified and experienced consultants to support on assessment of Agriculture Statistics Strategic plan (ASSP I 2014-2019) and formulation of ASSP II under the FAO Programme in Tanzania and according to the Country Programming Framework.

Reporting Lines

The National Consultant will work under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative, and the direct supervision and guidance of the Assistant FAO Representative – Programme and technical supervision of the FAO agriculture statistics Officers from country Office and the FAO Sub-regional Office for Southern Africa as well as technical backstopping from the Regional Office for Africa (RAF) and Headquarters.

Technical Focus

Under the responsibility/supervision of the National Project Coordinator (NPC) and in close collaboration with the Senior national Consultant and other national consultants, the consultant’s principal task will be to support the government of Tanzania in assessing the performance of the ASSP I for the crops sub-sector and contributing to the design of a new Strategic Plan for Agricultural statistics (ASSP 2) for the crops sub-sector.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Guide the process of assessment of the crops sub-sector using the methodology agreed in the roadmap, lead the main meetings and reviews as needed, prepare the main findings and recommendations in the assessment report at sub-sectoral level, communicate it to the Senior National Consultant and NPC;
• Support the NPC and Senior National Consultant in organizing a workshop for presenting the main assessment findings, recommendations and next steps planned for the preparation of ASSP II; and
• In close coordination with the NPC and the Senior National Consultant, contribute to the finalization of the ASSP 1 assessment document if needed;
• Guide the process of designing of ASSP II in the crops sub-sector using the methodology agreed in the roadmap, lead the main meetings and reviews as needed, prepare the proposal (narrative and budget for the sub-sector), communicate it to the NPC and Senior National Consultant;
• Review and comment the first draft of overall ASSP II prepared by the Senior National Consultant
• Support the preparation of a final draft of the overall ASSP 2 action plan;
• Support the preparation of material and contribute to the agenda and discussions of the national validation workshop
• Support the finalisation of the ASSP II document in close coordination with the Senior National consultant and the NPC
• Undertake other duties as might be assigned by the FAO Representative

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

• Have a Masters-level university degree in Statistics, Economics, Agronomy, Agriculture or related field;
• Candidates should be Tanzanian;
• Have at least 5 years of professional experience in organizing national statistics systems, and sound knowledge of agricultural statistics, preferably in Tanzania.

FAO Core Competencies

• Results Focus
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Building Effective Relationships
• Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

• Be able to draft reports clearly, concisely, and good oral and written communication skills.
• Be able to work in Kiswahili and English
• Experience in publishing or writing clear and concise scientific papers, policy papers, and plans
• Excellent computer skills.

Selection Criteria

Academic qualifications;

• Extent and relevance of work experience;
• Excellent communication skills.
• Please note that all candidates should adhere to FAO Values of Commitment to FAO, Respect for All and Integrity and Transparency.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing).
• Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help, or have queries, please contact: Careers@fao.org
• Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.
• Only language proficiency certificates from UN accredited external providers and/or FAO language official examinations (LPE, ILE, LRT) will be accepted as proof of the level of knowledge of languages indicated in the online applications.
• For other issues, visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile. Only applications received through the recruitment portal will be considered.

Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile.

If you need help, or have queries, please contact: Careers@fao.org

The deadline for submitting the application is 20 January, 2021

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