The Programme Analyst position for the Reproductive Maternal New-born Child and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH) project is based in Simiyu region with an overall objective of strengthening health systems to reduce maternal mortality and morbidity in the region. The candidate will support the implementation of the 2 year project (2017 - 2018) funded by KOICA and implemented by UNFPA in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children (MOHCDGEC) and President's Office Regional Administration and Local Government (PORALG). The Programme Analyst will use UNFPA and national systems and tools to support delivery of project results and work as part of the UN Delivering as One (DaO) and UNFPA programme and operations team to ensure that project priorities are central to national initiatives to promote social economic development of the people of Tanzania guided by the National Development Plan.

The Programme Analyst will work under the overall direction and guidance of the Deputy Representative and supervision of the Programme Specialist Heath Systems/Project Manager, will directly report to the Project Coordinator in Simiyu.

Requirements and Qualifications

Education: Master's degree or equivalent professional qualifications desirable in population, demography, economics, ICT, statistics, business administration or other related fields.

Knowledge and Experience

Three years of relevant experience in programme management, finance or office management, monitoring and evaluation.
Experience in programme/project planning, design, follow-up, monitoring and evaluation
Prior knowledge on population and development issues, sexual and reproductive health activities would be desirable.
Proficiency in current office software applications and corporate IT systems.
Good understanding of the local government systems, particularly in the social development areas
Experience in working in a multi-cultural environment and at district and/or community level
Strong verbal and written communication skills are a strong asset

Languages: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Kiswahili is desirable.