United Republic of Tanzania: Team Leader –Inclusive Institutions for Development, Tanzaina - 2015

Objective of the Programme

DAI is preparing for a programme in Tanzania that will seek to strengthen the capacity of democratic institutions and civil society for more transparent, accountable and inclusive governance. In that regard, DAI is currently seeking applications from experienced Team Leader candidates for the programme who will be responsible for the overall programme management as well as providing strategic and technical inputs to ensure that the programme meets its objectives. DAI is looking for candidates who are able to build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including private sector partners, government representatives and local experts and who can build a solid reputation for the programme across Tanzania.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide strategic and technical oversight for the programme across the life of the project
Serve as principal liaison with DFID and key community stakeholders on programme communications and technical implementation activities
Develop and manage relationships with key actors including government, private sector, and CSOs
Management and oversight of project finances
Management of staff, as well as recruitment
Oversee contractual and financial matters with donors and key partners, and play a key role in the preparation of budgets
Regular drafting and compilation of monthly, quarterly and annual reports
Oversee the development and implementation of the M&E framework
Provide timely and accurate reporting to DFID
Coordinate programme activities with other donors
Ensure good, frequent, and direct communications with the Head Office

Requirements:

At least 10 years’ experience leading multi-disciplinary teams in the implementation of governance programmes
At least 10 years’ experience in sub-Saharan Africa, preferably Tanzania and East Africa
Proven outstanding leadership and team building skills
Highly dynamic networking and relationship building skills including experience building consensus among diverse actors
Strong conceptual and analytical skills, and an ability to apply these in continually improving programme activities and performance
Prior experience in managing DFID programmes and strong knowledge of DFID policies and systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, knowledge of Swahili highly desirable
Advanced degree in public policy, public administration, law, political science, international development or other relevant technical field

Programme Duration:

5 years

Programme Start Date:

July 2016

Application Deadline:

31^st October 2015