About the Role
Plan’s vision is to reach as many children as possible,
particularly those who are excluded or marginalised, with high quality
programmes that deliver long lasting benefits. Plan Tanzania’s Country
Strategic Plan 2011-2015 aims that children and youth are empowered, respected
and responsible, with a priority on the most vulnerable and marginalised. This
goal will be achieved through the implementation of 5 Country Programs: (1)
Child Protection, (2) Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCD) (3) Maternal
and Child Health, including WASH (4) Children and Youth Participation and (5)
Household Economic Security.
With a presence in five geographical
regions, we work with children, youth and communities supporting Child Centered
Community Development (CCCD). Through grants and strategic partnership Plan’s
programme reaches another three regions.
We have an exciting opportunity for an individual to join
Plan Tanzania and provide strategic leadership in Programme Management through
the development and execution of the Country Strategic Plan .The incumbent will
be responsible for leading the programme team in designing, planning,
implementing, and monitoring and evaluating programme interventions.
You will
directly oversee programme strategy and technical support, programme
effectiveness, knowledge management & learning and programme delivery. The
incumbent will also act as a deputy helping the Country Director to lead and
manage the programme function. S/he is a core member of the Country Management
Team (CMT) and provides high-level, strategic leadership to the office as a
whole, working collaboratively with other CMT members.
You will be a development professional with proven programme
management skills. With demonstrable knowledge of Plan’s key programme areas,
you will also be committed to, and have an understanding of, participatory
approaches to development. An experienced team manager you will be able
to evidence your ability to drive change and engender high performing teams, with
the ability to lead, motivate and develop others.
Please review the attached job description before submitting
your online application.
Type of Role: 5 year fixed term contract
Location: Dar Es Salaam with extensive local
and international travel (40%)
Reports to: Country Director
Salary: US$45,000 to $55,000. This is an
accompanied position and a full expat package will be available.
Closing Date: Sunday 24th November 2013
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checks will be carried out in conformity with Plans Child Protection Policy.
Plan operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity,
welcoming applications from all areas of the international community.
Please note that only applications and CVs written in
English will be accepted.
Your online application form can be saved, reviewed and
amended before submission.
