Africa's Children-Africa's Future in Tanzania
In Tanzania, we currently have 2 positions available. Read through the responsibilities and qualifications listed.
below for each position and, if you are interested, please apply through the instructions provided.
Unfortunately, we do not currently have any availability for any other volunteer positions within our Tanzanian office.
Unfortunately, we do not currently have any availability for any other volunteer positions within our Tanzanian office.
but will post any further positions as they become available.
Job Title: Junior Project Officer (1 year contract)
Job Title: Junior Project Officer (1 year contract)
Closing date: 24th August 2012
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
*Only applicants currently resident within Dar es Salaam, Tanzania will be considered for this position*
We are looking for qualified candidates for the position of Junior Project Officer to work as part of our team in the Dar es Salaam office as we currently expand programming and increase our outreach to vulnerable groups within thecom munities we operate in.
Responsibilities:
As Junior Project Officer, you will be expected to assist the Programme Manager and Interim Executive Director in implementing programming. This will include participating in field work where you will be directly interacting with children in meetings, workshops, and personal interviews. You will also be expected to fulfil all reporting requirements, carry out research, and assist in translations when necessary. The work of the team is varied and you will need to be flexible in the tasks that you are willing to undertake. The successful candidate will be expected to work on Saturdays.
Requirements:
A university degree in a relevant field is preferable (but not essential) for this position. However, the successful candidate will be expected to be hardworking, flexible and very enthusiastic as part of a busy team. Previous experience of working with children is preferable while excellent written and spoken English is essential. Candidates should have a good knowledge of MS Office applications.
Length of Contract:
Tanzania
The successful candidate will be required to sign a one year contract. The initial contract is renewable based upon the satisfactory performance of the candidate.
Remuneration:
This is a voluntary position although a monthly volunteer supplement will be paid. Please note that this is not a substantial remuneration but is only intended to cover the very basic living costs of the successful candidate.
To Apply:
Candidates should email an application letter and CV to tanzania@ac-af.com with the position title in the subject line. Supplement requirements must be clearly stated in your application letter. Copies of certificates should not be included with the initial application letter and CV. References will be required.
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
*Only applicants currently resident within Dar es Salaam, Tanzania will be considered for this position*
We are looking for qualified candidates for the position of Junior Project Officer to work as part of our team in the Dar es Salaam office as we currently expand programming and increase our outreach to vulnerable groups within thecom munities we operate in.
Responsibilities:
As Junior Project Officer, you will be expected to assist the Programme Manager and Interim Executive Director in implementing programming. This will include participating in field work where you will be directly interacting with children in meetings, workshops, and personal interviews. You will also be expected to fulfil all reporting requirements, carry out research, and assist in translations when necessary. The work of the team is varied and you will need to be flexible in the tasks that you are willing to undertake. The successful candidate will be expected to work on Saturdays.
Requirements:
A university degree in a relevant field is preferable (but not essential) for this position. However, the successful candidate will be expected to be hardworking, flexible and very enthusiastic as part of a busy team. Previous experience of working with children is preferable while excellent written and spoken English is essential. Candidates should have a good knowledge of MS Office applications.
Length of Contract:
Tanzania
The successful candidate will be required to sign a one year contract. The initial contract is renewable based upon the satisfactory performance of the candidate.
Remuneration:
This is a voluntary position although a monthly volunteer supplement will be paid. Please note that this is not a substantial remuneration but is only intended to cover the very basic living costs of the successful candidate.
To Apply:
Candidates should email an application letter and CV to tanzania@ac-af.com with the position title in the subject line. Supplement requirements must be clearly stated in your application letter. Copies of certificates should not be included with the initial application letter and CV. References will be required.
Applications should only be submitted if the candidate is willing to commit to a one year contract with an understanding that remuneration provided is not substantial. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted with interviews being held in early September. The successful candidate should be available to work by mid-late September.
Job Title: Volunteer – Sign Language Specialist
Closing date: 31st August 2012
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
*Only applicants currently resident within Dar es Salaam, Tanzania will be considered for this position*
We are looking for a volunteer who is qualified or has experience in using sign language to work with our team in Dar es Salaam. We have recently been working with a small number of children with hearing impairments and would like to increase our outreach and effectiveness of programming with these children.
Role & Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be expected to volunteer at least one afternoon each week in Sinza, Dar es Salaam.
The role will include:
Interpreting for team members from Swahili and English in individual and group work with children
Interpreting for team members during workshops on HIV and AIDS
Providing assistance to children with school work
Developing games for children with and without hearing impairments
Qualifications:
The successful candidate should have experience of working with children with hearing impairments and a strong knowledge of sign language. Teaching experience is preferable, but not essential. The successful candidate must also be comfortable in talking about HIV and sexual intercourse, based upon the nature of the work of our organisation.
They are expected to be hardworking, flexible and very enthusiastic as part of a busy team, but also be fun and creative and enjoy working with children and youth. Excellent spoken English is essential.
Remuneration:
This is a voluntary position. A small remuneration will be paid to cover the cost of transportation but this will be limited.
To Apply:
Candidates should email an application letter and CV to tanzania@ac-af.com with the position title in the subject line.
References will be required. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted with interviews being held in early September. The successful candidate should be available to work by mid-late September.
Procurement Manager
Category:
Employment Type:
Summary:
Description:
Supplies Management
Full-Time
Aga Khan Hospital
Duties / Responsibilities
To take lead in Procurement activity for overall operations and functions of
the Purchasing Department
Job Title: Volunteer – Sign Language Specialist
Closing date: 31st August 2012
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
*Only applicants currently resident within Dar es Salaam, Tanzania will be considered for this position*
We are looking for a volunteer who is qualified or has experience in using sign language to work with our team in Dar es Salaam. We have recently been working with a small number of children with hearing impairments and would like to increase our outreach and effectiveness of programming with these children.
Role & Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be expected to volunteer at least one afternoon each week in Sinza, Dar es Salaam.
The role will include:
Interpreting for team members from Swahili and English in individual and group work with children
Interpreting for team members during workshops on HIV and AIDS
Providing assistance to children with school work
Developing games for children with and without hearing impairments
Qualifications:
The successful candidate should have experience of working with children with hearing impairments and a strong knowledge of sign language. Teaching experience is preferable, but not essential. The successful candidate must also be comfortable in talking about HIV and sexual intercourse, based upon the nature of the work of our organisation.
They are expected to be hardworking, flexible and very enthusiastic as part of a busy team, but also be fun and creative and enjoy working with children and youth. Excellent spoken English is essential.
Remuneration:
This is a voluntary position. A small remuneration will be paid to cover the cost of transportation but this will be limited.
To Apply:
Candidates should email an application letter and CV to tanzania@ac-af.com with the position title in the subject line.
References will be required. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted with interviews being held in early September. The successful candidate should be available to work by mid-late September.
Procurement Manager
Category:
Employment Type:
Summary:
Description:
Supplies Management
Full-Time
Aga Khan Hospital
Duties / Responsibilities
To take lead in Procurement activity for overall operations and functions of
the Purchasing Department
To take lead in Procurement activity for overall operations and functions of
the Purchasing Department.
the Purchasing Department.
To ensure that high level of transparency is maintained in all purchasing
decisions.
Review goals and objectives quarterly and ensure its implementation.
Forge close and productive relationship with suppliers that minimize whole
life costs (Total cost of Ownership)
Location:
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Analyze quotations to make effective purchasing decisions.
This involves but not limited to preparation of appraisals, which primarily
include evaluation of price, quality, delivery and services.
Effectively manage the procurement process and dentify areas of
improvement in contracts and supplier performance.
Undertake market surveys and marketing intelligence studies to
enable/recommend effective purchasing decisions by regularly reading
newspapers, magazine, purchasing journals and browsing internet.
Responsible for initiating the introduction of new products into the hospital
through the product/technical evaluation teams/committee.
Monitor and analyze actively to establish expenditure profiles, develop
forecast and monitor performance. Manage the supply proactively to
guarantee availability at all times, incorporating contingencies.
Meet internal customers and communicate with them personally, through email and phone to ensure customer satisfaction.
Requirements:
Job ID:
Date Posted:
Desired Skills & Experience
Application Instructions:
Candidates meeting the criteria are invited to submit applications, consisting of a
cover letter ,academic certificates & testimonials and curriculum vitae including the
names and contact details of three referees
decisions.
Review goals and objectives quarterly and ensure its implementation.
Forge close and productive relationship with suppliers that minimize whole
life costs (Total cost of Ownership)
Location:
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Analyze quotations to make effective purchasing decisions.
This involves but not limited to preparation of appraisals, which primarily
include evaluation of price, quality, delivery and services.
Effectively manage the procurement process and dentify areas of
improvement in contracts and supplier performance.
Undertake market surveys and marketing intelligence studies to
enable/recommend effective purchasing decisions by regularly reading
newspapers, magazine, purchasing journals and browsing internet.
Responsible for initiating the introduction of new products into the hospital
through the product/technical evaluation teams/committee.
Monitor and analyze actively to establish expenditure profiles, develop
forecast and monitor performance. Manage the supply proactively to
guarantee availability at all times, incorporating contingencies.
Meet internal customers and communicate with them personally, through email and phone to ensure customer satisfaction.
Requirements:
Job ID:
Date Posted:
Desired Skills & Experience
Application Instructions:
Candidates meeting the criteria are invited to submit applications, consisting of a
cover letter ,academic certificates & testimonials and curriculum vitae including the
names and contact details of three referees
57189
04 August 2012
Degree holder B.A / BSc /S.Com and qualification in supply chain
management
Masters degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management is a much
added advantage.
Must be a PSPTS member.
At least 5 years of working experience in material management in hospital
settings
Experience in a purchasing function is vital especially in Category buying.
Knowledge of ERP in material management system is essential.
Teamwork and communication skills
Fluency in English and Swahili
Closing Date:
10 August 2012
Contact Info:
HR Department
Aga Khan Hospital
HR Department
Aga Khan Hospital
Ocean Road
PO Box 2289
Dar es Salaam Tanzania
Inventory Clerk (2 Posts)
Category:
Employment Type:
Summary:
Description:
Supplies Management
Full-Time
Aga Khan Hospital
Duties / Responsibilities.
Location:
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Ensure that the stocks from the Warehouse and other sources within the
Hospital are properly received both physically and in the system (HMIS).
Ensure that the received stocks are properly kept and located basing on
FIFO method.
Ensure that all issues made to the customers are properly documented in
HIMS and charged to patient.
Ensure that all cash money received from the customers is deposited
in the safe (Supply Center Unit) immediately after the cash transactions
have been made. Same is handed over to head cashier as per stipulated
schedule. (Not applicable at the moment and may be applicable when cash
dealing is started)
Ensure the accuracy of both physical and book .stocks by monitoring the
stock on daily basis.
Ensure proper handling, arrangement and segregation of stocks within the
Supply Center Unit.
Keep the Supply Center neat and clean.
Requirements:
Requirements:
Desired Skills & Experience
Candidates meeting the criteria are invited to submit applications, consisting of a
cover letter ,academic certificates & testimonials and curriculum vitae including the
names and contact details of three referees
Form IV or Form VI with a Certificate / Diploma in Materials Management
Field.
One year experience in the Warehouse/Stores operations.
04 August 2012
Degree holder B.A / BSc /S.Com and qualification in supply chain
management
Masters degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management is a much
added advantage.
Must be a PSPTS member.
At least 5 years of working experience in material management in hospital
settings
Experience in a purchasing function is vital especially in Category buying.
Knowledge of ERP in material management system is essential.
Teamwork and communication skills
Fluency in English and Swahili
Closing Date:
10 August 2012
Contact Info:
HR Department
Aga Khan Hospital
HR Department
Aga Khan Hospital
Ocean Road
PO Box 2289
Dar es Salaam Tanzania
Inventory Clerk (2 Posts)
Category:
Employment Type:
Summary:
Description:
Supplies Management
Full-Time
Aga Khan Hospital
Duties / Responsibilities.
Location:
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Ensure that the stocks from the Warehouse and other sources within the
Hospital are properly received both physically and in the system (HMIS).
Ensure that the received stocks are properly kept and located basing on
FIFO method.
Ensure that all issues made to the customers are properly documented in
HIMS and charged to patient.
Ensure that all cash money received from the customers is deposited
in the safe (Supply Center Unit) immediately after the cash transactions
have been made. Same is handed over to head cashier as per stipulated
schedule. (Not applicable at the moment and may be applicable when cash
dealing is started)
Ensure the accuracy of both physical and book .stocks by monitoring the
stock on daily basis.
Ensure proper handling, arrangement and segregation of stocks within the
Supply Center Unit.
Keep the Supply Center neat and clean.
Requirements:
Requirements:
Desired Skills & Experience
Candidates meeting the criteria are invited to submit applications, consisting of a
cover letter ,academic certificates & testimonials and curriculum vitae including the
names and contact details of three referees
Form IV or Form VI with a Certificate / Diploma in Materials Management
Field.
One year experience in the Warehouse/Stores operations.
Skilled in the use of personal Computers and Inventory Management
Systems
Ability to work with diverse groups and commitment to advancing workplace
diversity
Collaborative partner who values teamwork and integration
Highly organized and have excellent prioritization skills.
Customer Centered: Strive to attain a continual standard of 100% internal
and external customer satisfaction in your respective area.
Job ID:
Date Posted:
Closing Date:
57183
04 August 2012
10 August 2012
Contact Info:
HR Department
Aga Khan Hospital
Ocean Road
PO Box 2289
Dar es Salaam Tanzania
Food Service Manager
Category:
Employment Type:
Tourism, Catering & Hospitality
Full-Time
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Summary:
Description:
Requirements:
Aga Khan Hospital
Main Duties / Responsibilities
Managing day - to- day operation aspects of patient! staff/guest meal
activities and ensuring that assembling and distribution of meals are as
per the guidelines. Coordinate and integrate clinical nutrition service for
inpatient and out - patients.
Maintain compliance standards for meal service, food quality and task
performance.
Perform audits of safety, sanitation, food quality, meal delivery at appoint
of service and quality standards to optimize financial and operational
productivity.
Conduct meetings with internal and external customers on a regular basis
to ensure satisfaction with dining services Work with clients in maintaining
safe work environment in facility.
Maintain weekly operating report to analyze performance to budget and
ensure financial goals are met.
Provide support to hospital based patient clinical nutrition research
programs
Manage on official catering function and banqueting
Investigate trends and developments in dietary practices and evaluate
their adaptability to dietary program. Develop team members, through
appropriate on job training, coaching and mentoring to ensure strong
operational performance.
Maintain High level of food quality in each facility to meet clients
expectations
Systems
Ability to work with diverse groups and commitment to advancing workplace
diversity
Collaborative partner who values teamwork and integration
Highly organized and have excellent prioritization skills.
Customer Centered: Strive to attain a continual standard of 100% internal
and external customer satisfaction in your respective area.
Job ID:
Date Posted:
Closing Date:
57183
04 August 2012
10 August 2012
Contact Info:
HR Department
Aga Khan Hospital
Ocean Road
PO Box 2289
Dar es Salaam Tanzania
Food Service Manager
Category:
Employment Type:
Tourism, Catering & Hospitality
Full-Time
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Summary:
Description:
Requirements:
Aga Khan Hospital
Main Duties / Responsibilities
Managing day - to- day operation aspects of patient! staff/guest meal
activities and ensuring that assembling and distribution of meals are as
per the guidelines. Coordinate and integrate clinical nutrition service for
inpatient and out - patients.
Maintain compliance standards for meal service, food quality and task
performance.
Perform audits of safety, sanitation, food quality, meal delivery at appoint
of service and quality standards to optimize financial and operational
productivity.
Conduct meetings with internal and external customers on a regular basis
to ensure satisfaction with dining services Work with clients in maintaining
safe work environment in facility.
Maintain weekly operating report to analyze performance to budget and
ensure financial goals are met.
Provide support to hospital based patient clinical nutrition research
programs
Manage on official catering function and banqueting
Investigate trends and developments in dietary practices and evaluate
their adaptability to dietary program. Develop team members, through
appropriate on job training, coaching and mentoring to ensure strong
operational performance.
Maintain High level of food quality in each facility to meet clients
expectations
Develop and implement operational policies, procedure and standards to
achieve organizational goals.
Desired Skills and Experience
Masters degree in Nutrition, Dietary Science or Culinary Arts, Food
Services, or Hotel Restaurant Management degree and 8- 10 years
experience of Hospital Nutrition and Food Services management at a
Tertiary level health care facility.
Knowledge of Principles of dietetic, food safety & sanitation; must be
familiar with food and Labor Laws. Ability to respond effectively to changing
demands
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Application Instructions:
Candidates meeting the criteria are invited to submit applications, consisting of a
cover letter ,academic certificates & testimonials and curriculum vitae including the
names and contact details of three referees
Job ID:
Date Posted:
Closing Date:
57184
04 August 2012
10 August 2012
Contact Info:
HR Department
Aga Khan Hospital
Ocean Road
PO Box 2289
Dar es Salaam Tanzania
achieve organizational goals.
Desired Skills and Experience
Masters degree in Nutrition, Dietary Science or Culinary Arts, Food
Services, or Hotel Restaurant Management degree and 8- 10 years
experience of Hospital Nutrition and Food Services management at a
Tertiary level health care facility.
Knowledge of Principles of dietetic, food safety & sanitation; must be
familiar with food and Labor Laws. Ability to respond effectively to changing
demands
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Application Instructions:
Candidates meeting the criteria are invited to submit applications, consisting of a
cover letter ,academic certificates & testimonials and curriculum vitae including the
names and contact details of three referees
Job ID:
Date Posted:
Closing Date:
57184
04 August 2012
10 August 2012
Contact Info:
HR Department
Aga Khan Hospital
Ocean Road
PO Box 2289
Dar es Salaam Tanzania
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