About Good Neighbors:

Good Neighbors is an international humanitarian development NGO founded in Korea in 1991. It was granted General Consultative Status from the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UN ECOSOC). Our aim is to make the world a place without hunger, where people live together in harmony. Officially established in Tanzania in 2005, we work towards creating an environment where children’s rights are protected and the sustainable development of communities is achieved through empowerment, leadership, and ownership.

Position Overview:

We are looking for individuals to join our highly motivated team in the following role:

Position: Senior Program & Coordination Manager

Reports to: Field Manager, Country Director

Location: Zanzibar

Contract Duration: June – December 2024 (Contract extension is subject to funding availability, performance, and/or mutual agreement).

Position Description:

Under the overall authority and supervision of the Country Director (CD) of Good Neighbors Tanzania, the Senior Program & Coordination Manager will work alongside the Field Manager of EQSSE-Z, KOICA Project Management Unit (PMU), and other partners. The SP&C Manager will be responsible for the oversight and guidance of financial streams and will provide periodic administrative and technical reports as agreed upon by the organization. The manager will prepare and submit periodic reports and activity reports to KOICA as noted in the mutual agreement and contract.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Project Functions:

   • Plan and organize ongoing activities regarding ZAO – EQSSE-Z project implementation.
   • Coordinate the development of INSET for MSE teachers in learner-centered pedagogy and curriculum content areas.
   • Prepare and submit periodic/thematic reports and review and consolidate all reports prepared by team members.
   • Track ongoing activities and manage meetings with stakeholders, including the Ministry of Education and Vocational Training in Zanzibar and KOICA.
   • Ensure effective and transparent utilization of all resources and maintain the integrity of administration and operation services.
   • Develop and maintain the project implementation plan as a key reference document, identifying opportunities for learning and improving project implementation using Result-based Management (RBM) principles.
   • Develop an action plan for the project, specifying all activities for each output with clearly defined scopes and allocated budgets.
   • Edit all outgoing reports and deliverables; provide on-the-job training (OJT) to staff to improve writing skills.

2. Financial Management:

   • Prepare budget requests, including detailed implementation budget plans for major project activities.
   • Oversee budget implementation of Outcome 1 & 2 to ensure compliance with GAAP, GN/GNTZ standards, and KOICA requirements.

3. M&E and Reporting:

   • Develop M&E plans and tools to ensure the effectiveness of each activity.
   • Supervise activities to ensure proper data collection and analysis, providing quality analysis reports.
   • Monitor project activities and progress, intervening when necessary to ensure quality execution and project outputs.
   • Manage cloud-based yearly action plans and working budget plans.

4. Team Management:

   • Manage staff recruitment, conduct employee orientation, development, and training for Outcome 1 & 2.
   • Manage the performance management process, ensuring:
     • Staff annual goals and job descriptions are in place.
     • Staff performance tools are in place.
     • Mid and final appraisals are conducted in a timely manner.
     • Review appraisal reports and provide feedback accordingly.
     • Ensure appraisal documents are properly filled and kept in employees’ files.

Qualifications, Experiences, and Competencies:

Minimum Requirements:

• Advanced university degrees in public or business administration, development studies, public policy, education, social sciences, or other relevant disciplines.
• At least 5 years of progressively professional experience at the appropriate management level within an international or national institution, including extensive experience in development issues with a national or international organization.
• Experience in project implementation and management, administration, and related work.
• Understanding of Zanzibar’s education system and political context will be considered an added advantage.

Skills/Competencies/Desirable Qualifications:

• Commitment to the organization’s mandate, vision, strategic direction, and priorities.
• Proven skills in administration and management of financial, administrative, and human resources.
• Excellent knowledge and drafting skills in English.
• Flexibility and strong communication skills.
• Competency in Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Proficiency in Swahili.
• Experience working in Tanzania or any East African country.

Application Instructions:

All interested candidates who meet the above requirements, please click here to apply for the position on or before 09th June 2024. When applying, please attach a detailed curriculum vitae containing complete names and addresses (postal, email, phone), together with the names and contact details of three referees (one should be a current or previous employer).

All applications should be addressed to: Country Director, Good Neighbors Tanzania, P.O. Box 33104, Dar es Salaam.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted through their active mobile numbers and email addresses. Good Neighbors Tanzania will not be responsible for transport or accommodation during the interview; there will be no refund for expenses incurred.

Safeguarding and Protection: Good Neighbors Tanzania has a zero tolerance to any harm or sexual exploitation and abuse against any beneficiaries (or program participants). Safeguarding and Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is everyone’s shared responsibility, and all GN employees and partners are required to adhere to GN’s Code of Conduct both during and outside working hours. Familiarization with and adherence to the GN Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct is an essential requirement for all employees and partners, in addition to related mandatory training. All applicants interested in working with GNTZ must ensure that they understand and act in accordance with this clause. Please click here to access and review the GN Safeguarding Policy.