Jobs in Tanzania 2023: New Job Opportunities at HelpAge International, 2023



HelpAge International: Tanzania Jobs 2023

Programme Development and Quality Manager (PDQM) at HelpAge Tanzania, September 2023
Job Opportunity
Programme Development and Quality Manager (PDQM)
Annual Gross Salary: TZS 36,000,000 to 48,000,000 plus other benefits depending on skills and experiences.

HelpAge Tanzania wishes to recruit a Programme Development and Quality Manager (PDQM) that will be based in Kibondo with frequent field visits to support programs implemented in different parts of the country in collaboration with different partners and other relevant stakeholders. The location of this post may change depending on the evolving needs of the HelpAge program.
A summary of the job purpose and person specification is indicated below, while the full job description will be available on request for further details.

Job purpose
The Programme Development & Quality Manager (PDQM) is a management position supporting country leads to ensure the country's strategy and program design are of high quality, based on evidence, and implemented according to the organization’s standards. He or she is responsible for the leadership and management of the Program Quality department, which consists of Grants Management, MEAL, Information Management, and Partnerships.

This position also provides coordination and technical support in donor-related matters and engagement with the Head of Programs (HoP). The PDQM will also support the management of the HelpAge Tanzania humanitarian and recovery program. He or she may also be assigned to manage other projects as the program grows.Person Specification

  • A master’s degree in political science, international development, economics, or other relevant fields
  • Minimum 3 years of program implementation experience, of which one year must be with an NGO.
  • Budget and financial management skills
  • At least 3 years’ experience with people management
  • Proven ability to lead a high-performing and diverse team, manage performance, foster a positive working environment, and manage issues sensitively and diplomatically
  • Experience in developing successful funding proposals and overseeing large, complex grants.
  • Excellent understanding of the principles of budgeting, financial management, and contract management.
  • Experience in capacity building and working with local organizations.
  • Ability to coach and mentor diverse partners across several regions.
  • Ability to work under pressure and to meet short deadlines.
  • Communication and reporting skills (verbal and written)
  • Demonstrable interest and knowledge in gender and aging issues
  • Experience of closely working with the media for public awareness
  • Fluency in Kiswahili and English
  • Experience working with the government (Republic of Tanzania and Zanzibar)

The contract period is one year (12 months) with the potential for renewal.

Candidates who meet these requirements should send an email requesting the full job description before applying. The interested applicant should send his or her CV and cover letter stating how he or she meets the key competencies through email to: syone.simon@helpage.org; copy tanzania.office@helpage.org.
Applications should be sent before September 18, 2023. HelpAge Tanzania is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.