48 Job Opportunities at NGO’s – PROJECT OFFICERS

Pathfinder International is a global leader in sexual and reproductive health. We place reproductive health care at the center of all that we do—believing that it is not only a fundamental human right, but is critical for expanding life opportunities for women, families, communities, and nations, and paving the way for transformations in environmental stewardship, decreases in population pressures, and innovations in poverty reduction. Pathfinder provides women, men, and adolescents with a range of quality health services—from contraception and maternal care to HIV prevention and AIDS care and treatment. Pathfinder strives to strengthen access to family planning, advocate for sound reproductive health policies, and,through all our work, improve the rights and lives of the people we serve.

The M- mama program has been designed to contribute to the reduction of maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality through health system improvement and innovative emergency transportation system (EmTS) to strengthen referrals and linkages to services. Pathfinder International Tanzania and Touch foundation with support from Vodafone will implement the program in collaboration with the Government. The Government of Tanzania has approved the expansion of the program nationwide. The positions will be stationed in the following regions of Tanzania: Shinyanga, Morogoro, Lindi, Mara, Simiyu, Arusha, Kilimanjaro, Manyara, Dodoma, Singida, Tanga, Pwani, Dar es salaam, Ruvuma, Mtwara, Zanzibar, Kagera, Mwanza,Geita,Kigoma,Tabora,Katavi,Rukwa,Mbeya,Songwe,Iringa and Njombe.

• Cluster Technical Manager

• Regular Fixed term

Grade Level: TZ-07

Directs: None

The program officer will be responsible for providing technical support to the Regional/Council Health Management Teams (R/CHMT) in the establishment, coordination and scaling up activities related to maternal and newborn emergency transportation system (M-Mama project) in the regions and districts. S/He will be expected to actively participate in the execution of project strategies, activities and development of tools and materials for the project. Will offer support to the regions and districts to ensure that all activities are conducted in a timely manner / as planned. S/He will be expected to represent Pathfinder/ M-mama project in partners meetings at local and regional levels, advocate for co-funding and eventual

total ownership of the EmTS by GoT through councils’ own funds, leading to sustainability of interventions.

Coordinates the assigned program or project. Assists in implementing SRHR strategies and assists in the development of tools and materials for the program or project. Provides technical support to the regional offices and to partners. Represents the program or project in all SRHR related materials and tools development

1. Strategic Plan and Budget Implementation:

Works with LGAs and health facilities to advocate for allocation of funds to support emergency transportation / emergency referral using private taxis.

2. Program Assessment, Measurement and Evaluation:

Work with Monitoring Evaluation and Learning (MEL) team to conduct research and data gathering on significant and new developments.

3. Innovation:

Identifies best practices in activities, recommends improvements for program or project performance and assists in sharing innovative methods with

partners.

4. Technical Direction.

Assists in the assessment, coordination and facilitation of provision of Basic Emergency Obstetrics and Newborn Care (BEmONC), Comprehensive

Emergency Obstetrics and Newborn Care (CEmONC) and emergency transportation and referral systems in collaboration Council/Regional Health Management Teams(C/RHMTs).

5. Project and Management Reporting.

Participate in writing and Reviews of quarterly and annual project progress reports and gives constructive feedback on project and Implementation.

Assists in the development and delivery of presentations related to the project’s activities. Timely submits a completed consolidated report to MEL team.

6. Meeting and Forum Attendance.

Attends relevant meetings as well as forums to foster and enhance collaboration and sharing of new and improved approaches, methods and ideas. Uses these platforms and forums to advocate for allocation of resources to support Emergency transportation systems.

7. Publications:

Assists with coordinating publication of research findings, technical reviews and the development of manuals and guidelines for project related

activities.

8. Product Development.

Develops collaborative linkages and participate in coordination of publication of concept papers and proposals related to the SRHR program.Coordinate with regions and district teams to develop field work plans to support councils on development of focused maternal health Comprehensive Councils

Health Plan (CCHP) interventions and budgets

9.Project Management and Participation:

Participates in cross-functional project teams and partners act

• Country Specific Public Health System: Knowledge of Tanzania’s public health system and referrals and linkages systems. Knowledge of LGA budgeting process / CCHP planning process.

• Stakeholders’ engagement:

Experience of working with Councils/Regional Health Management Teams(C/RHMTs) and engaging in LGA budgeting processes for the health sector

• Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Services:

Foundational knowledge of Maternal and Newborn services including project strategies on emergency transportation/referrals and indicators.

• Training Design, Development and Delivery:

Ability to plan, coordinated/supervise and deliver trainings and meetings to diverse groups.

• Data Processing:

Foundational knowledge of data processing and HMIS tools.

• PC Applications:

Foundational knowledge of database and internet applications.

 Minimally Required Organizational Competencies:

Foundational knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including MS Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.

Ability to plan and manage cross-functional initiatives for assigned projects.

Foundational analytical and trouble shooting skills. Ability to make sound judgments. Ability to improve processes, promote excellence and

demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness.

Proven ability to write and speak fluently using kiswahili and English languages.

at all levels. Ability to speak across a range of technical issues with in individual’s area of expertise and service skills.

Advanced organizational and planning skills, project planning and management skills. Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines

Passion for Sexual and Reproductive Health Services:

Commitment to family planning, reproductive health services, gender, maternal, child health services, and eradication of harmful traditional practices

Ability to influence using diplomacy skills with key stakeholders. Advanced customer deadlines and multi-task with minimal supervision. Proven ability to coordinate activities.

Ability to work independently or as a member of the team, ability to be detailed-oriented and consistently accurate, ability to manage stress effectively in a fast-paced environment, and ability to quickly learn new systems, processes and procedures and adapt local practices to global standards.

Ability to thrive in a matrixed organization.

Ability to maintain confidentiality on work-related issues

Pathfinder is responsible to ensure staff, operations, and programs do no harm to children. That is,they do not expose children to the risk of harm and abuse, and that any concerns the organization has about children’s safety within the communities in which they work are reported to the

appropriate authorities. It also means deliberate steps that PI takes to prevent abuse of children in all areas of operation through implementing child safeguarding initiatives with the local communities and governments to make environments safe for children

Prefer: Sound Experience in working with government AND knowledge of LGA budgeting

Pathfinder is committed to safeguarding and protecting the people we serve as well as our staff. We have zero tolerance for any behavior that inflicts harm on children, young people, adults, as well as our staff and partners, including sexual abuse, harassment, bullying, and exploitation. Everyone we hire must abide by our safeguarding and related policies, including reporting suspected or known policy violations. By applying, you acknowledge you understand you will be subjected to a variety of vetting checks intended to verify your suitability to work with us.

Interested applicants are requested to submit their application letter and CV, including contact details for 3 references whereby one should be the human resources manager/director of past organization you worked for.

The Applications should be addressed to the Director for Human Resources and Administration, Pathfinder International, PO Box 77991, Dar es Salaam or sent via e-mail to Tanzania-jobs@pathfinder.org stating the position being applied for in the subject line so that we do not miss your application. Electronic Applications are encouraged. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted,

The closing date to send your application is Friday 13th May at 05:00pm