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UBALOZI WA MAREKANI NCHINI TANZANIA WATANGAZA NAFASI MPYA ZA KAZI

1.JOB TITLE: DATA ENTRY CLERK
ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
The US Embassy is seeking an individual for the position of  Data Entry Clerk in the General Services Section-Warehouse Unit.
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
Responsible for follow up of all documentation, posting of the transactions from the original documentation to the Automated data base and maintaining all the file records.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Makes appropriate entries into the ILMS Asset Management using supporting documentation from the storekeeper, hence control/maintain movement of NXP items out and in the warehouse using the Data Recording Program and maintains accurate inventory notes for all missing/Disposed items as well as an up-to-date records of all NXP owned by the US Government.     20%
Ensures that he NXP property records are maintained properly, accurately and according to their respective locations and quantities.    10%
Maintains completed Non Expendable Property Forms (DS584) and receiving reports ensuring that copies are distributed to the individual residences/customers and office respectively.     20%
Responsible for follow-up and posting immediately all Non Expendable Property Forms and Receiving Reports and ensures that all these documents have appropriate signatures and properly filled.     20%
Responsible for conducting furniture/appliance inventories for both incoming and outgoing personnel.     20%
Responsible for conducting annual inventories for CMR, DCR, AID Director’s residence, Chancery, Warehouse and AID building. The inventory reports should be submitted to Washington as per requirement.     5%
Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor.    5%

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
1.Education: 
Completion of Secondary School is required. Certificate in Storekeeping or Secretarial duties or Office Management is required.
2.Prior Work Experience: 
At least two years experience in Office Management/Secretarial/ Warehousing, clerical or related duties.
3.Language proficiency:
Level III (good working knowledge) English ability and Level IV (fluent) in Kiswahili is required.
4.Knowledge: 
Must have Standard Operating Procedures for warehouse operations.
Must have Storekeeping and materials management ethics.
Must have Basic store management practice (documentation)
5.Skills and Abilities: 
Computer skills required.
Driving license class D.


SELECTION PROCESS
When fully qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and US Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.

ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA
1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.

TO APPLY
Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application:
1.Universal Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174). A hard copy of the application form (DS-174) is also available at the American Embassy, gate 3; or
2.A combination of both; i.e. Sections 1 -24 of the UAE along with a listing of the applicant’s work experience attached as a separate sheet; or
3.A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE (see section 3A below for more information); plus
4.Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional US Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.
5.Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
3A. If an applicant is submitting a resume or curriculum vitae, s/he must provide the following information equal to what is found on the UAE.

Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application.
A. Position Title
B. Position Grade
C. Vacancy Announcement Number (if known)
D. Dates Available for Work
E. First, Middle, & Last Names as well as any other names used
F. Date and Place of Birth
G. Current Address, Day, Evening, and Cell phone numbers
H. U.S. Citizenship Status (Yes or No) & status of permanent U.S. Resident (Yes or No; if yes, provide number)
I. U.S. Social Security Number and/or Identification Number
J. Eligibility to work in the country (Yes or No)
K. Special Accommodations the Mission needs to provide
L. If applying for position that includes driving a U.S. Government vehicle, Driver’s License Class / Type
M. Days available to work
N. List any relatives or members of your household that work for the U.S. Government (include their Name, Relationship, & Agency, Position, Location)
O. U.S. Eligible Family Member and Veterans Hiring Preference
P. Education
Q. License, Skills, Training, Membership, & Recognition
R. Language Skills
S. Work Experience
T. References

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO
American Embassy
Human Resources Office
P.O. Box 9123
Dar es Salaam

POINT OF CONTACT
Telephone: 229 4000, Ext: 4137/4148/4233/4024
Fax: 2294726

CLOSING DATE OF THE POSITION: June 18, 2014.
The US Mission in Tanzania provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.

The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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2.JOB TITLE: VOUCHER EXAMINER
ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.
The US Embassy is seeking an individual for the position of Voucher Examiner in the Budget and Fiscal Office.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
Examine and process all types of payment vouchers for various invoices e.g. purchase of goods and/or services, Contracts, Leases, Allowances, Travel, Grants and Staff medical bills. In so doing, observe the various governing laws, regulation and policy, to ensure legality, appropriateness and accuracy of each Payment voucher before forwarding for approval and certification.
There are four Voucher Examiners and each serves as a backup of one another.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Receive, examine and prepare payment vouchers for purchase of goods and/or services, CITIBANK purchase card for different accounts, medical bills/claims, IST grants, leases, Travel advances & reimbursement vouchers. Some of these are of complex nature e.g. the local guard and the Citibank invoices.

Pre-audit documents and determine whether they are legal, proper and correct for payments. Prior to paying, review attached documentation, availability of funds, VAT exemption, relevant approvals and receiving report. The Voucher Examiner then proceeds by processing the payment request via Momentum or E2 solutions, for eventual check/EFT by CFCS.     60%

Process allowance payments by ensuring that SF-1190 is completed by each US personnel when arriving and departing Post, to initiate/terminate COLA & Differential allowances. Compute educational allowance invoices and control the amounts of each student, per DSSR, before processing IST payments. Pay close attention to documentation and special authorization e.g. special needs education allowance or special grants.     10%

Process representational vouchers for various officers by ensuring guest lists and all necessary documents are attached. Ensure a waiver is obtained for the 50/50 rule and that Vouchers are approved prior to forwarding for certification.     10%

Reconcile vendors statement of accounts, draft letters/ 10% communication with vendors on payments issues, filing, responding to the ILO/Inter-Agency Liaison and also performs variety of admin duties.     10%

During the absence of another Voucher Examiner, performs the duties of the position as necessary and assigned by the supervisory management chain.     10%
 
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
1.Education:
Completion of Advanced Secondary School (Form VI) and a college diploma in accounting or business is required.
2.Prior Work Experience:
Two to three years of experience in voucher examination or book-keeping is required.
3.Language Proficiency:
Level IV (fluent) in English and Kiswahili (speaking writing and reading) is required.
4.Knowledge:
A working knowledge of Department of State and associated agencies' manuals and regulations pertaining to voucher examining is required.
5.Skills and Abilities:
Microsoft products, Excel COAST accounting system and data base skills required. Ability to understand the basic requirement of applicable regulations and procedures in application to related duties.
Must be solution oriented and Customer service minded. Must also have excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail and a Team Player.

SELECTION PROCESS
When fully qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and US Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.

ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA
1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.

TO APPLY
Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application:
1.Universal Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174). A hard copy of the application form (DS-174) is also available at the American Embassy, gate 3; or
2.A combination of both; i.e. Sections 1 -24 of the UAE along with a listing of the applicant’s work experience attached as a separate sheet; or
3.A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE (see section 3A below for more information); plus
4.Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional US Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.
5.Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
3A. If an applicant is submitting a resume or curriculum vitae, s/he must provide the following information equal to what is found on the UAE.

Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application.
A. Position Title
B. Position Grade
C. Vacancy Announcement Number (if known)
D. Dates Available for Work
E. First, Middle, & Last Names as well as any other names used
F. Date and Place of Birth
G. Current Address, Day, Evening, and Cell phone numbers
H. U.S. Citizenship Status (Yes or No) & status of permanent U.S. Resident (Yes or No; if yes, provide number)
I. U.S. Social Security Number and/or Identification Number
J. Eligibility to work in the country (Yes or No)
K. Special Accommodations the Mission needs to provide
L. If applying for position that includes driving a U.S. Government vehicle, Driver’s License Class / Type
M. Days available to work
N. List any relatives or members of your household that work for the U.S. Government (include their Name, Relationship, & Agency, Position, Location)
O. U.S. Eligible Family Member and Veterans Hiring Preference
P. Education
Q. License, Skills, Training, Membership, & Recognition
R. Language Skills
S. Work Experience
T. References

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO
American Embassy
Human Resources Office
P.O. Box 9123
Dar es Salaam

POINT OF CONTACT
Telephone: 229 4000, Ext: 4137/4148/4233/4024
Fax: 2294726

CLOSING DATE OF THE POSITION: June 18, 2014.
The US Mission in Tanzania provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.

The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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3.JOB TITLE : SENIOR AGRICULTURAL/TRADE ECONOMIST
Closing Date of The Position: June 12, 2014
ALL ORDINARILY RESIDENT (OR) APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION.

The US Embassy is seeking an individual for the position of Senior Agricultural/Trade Economist at the United States Agency for International Development. This is a full-time Personal Services Contract position. Applicants who meet minimum educational requirements for the position but have less years of experience in the required field, may be considered for hiring at a lower pay grade.
BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION
The primary purpose of the Senior Agricultural/Trade Economist (SATE) is to serve as the senior FSN economist within USAID/Tanzania’s Economic Growth (EG) team. The incumbent will serve as the principal FSN economic advisor to develop, implement and manage complex and highly diversified economic growth project activities in agriculture policy, nutrition, agricultural trade, human resource development in agriculture and nutrition, infrastructure development (roads and irrigation) and private sector investment, including investments in the energy sector.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
i) Strategic Planning and Program Development:                (20%)
Initiate and supervise analytical research in support of Economic Growth activities in agriculture policy, nutrition, agricultural trade, infrastructure development and private sector investment. Design innovative economic growth activities that articulate well the USG’s Operational Plan and Tanzania’s development strategy to spur economic growth, reduce poverty, expand domestic, regional and international trade for agriculture, and improve nutrition status. Monitor new developments and performance in the Tanzania economy and interact with high level GoT and USG officials in identifying priority USAID interventions in agricultural policy, agricultural production, trade, private sector development, and nutrition to spur economic growth. Liaise with the contracting office in solicitation and technical analyses of proposals supporting economic growth activities through a variety of procurement mechanisms.

ii) Project Management:                 (40%)
Serve as Contracting Officers Representative/Agreement Officers Representative (COR/AOR) in managing economic growth projects by undertaking site visits to monitor project implementation, prepare progress reports and interact with implementing agencies to resolve outstanding issues. Maintain the Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP) for each project managed and provide a continuous refinement of the results tracking system for OP and customized indicators. Provide innovative technical and administrative oversights of EG contracts and agreements. Participate in budgeting and facilitate obligation of EG funds in agriculture, nutrition, trade and private sector. Contribute to evaluation scopes of work for measuring achievement of results and assessing project impact.

iii) Macro-economic and policy analysis and coordination with the high level Government of Tanzania and Other Donors:          (40%)
Participate in existing and create new policy partnerships with the high level GOT officials, other donors, international organizations, local NGOs, business associations and private sector to identify and implement policy changes to stimulate private sector investment and performance in agriculture and nutrition. Serve as a principal liaison with GoT officials and the private sector on public financial management systems, trade, land tenure, taxation, agriculture and macro-economic policy and provide substantial leadership to develop host-country awards to support promising reforms and developments related to agriculture and nutrition. When required, serve as the official USG representative in high level meetings of the Development Partners for Agriculture, and Trade & Private Sector. Create linkages and collaborations with partners and interest group in support of the USAID agenda. Provide technical support to USAID strategic partnerships and cooperation with other donors and stakeholders.


QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
All applicants must address each selection criterion detailed below with specific and comprehensive information supporting each item.
1.    Education: An advanced university degree (Masters and above) with specialization in any of the following areas: Agricultural Economics, Economics, Business Management, Policy Analysis, Marketing, Financing and Environmental Economics. Must possess excellent analytical and technical writing skills.
2.    Prior Work Experience: Ten (10) years of experience in economic development related work in government, academia, private sector, NGO sector, and/or international institutions including two years in development assistance. Expert in trade and private sector issues including trade facilitation, policy analysis competitiveness, trade integration, agricultural trade, value chain, market access agenda, financing, regional trading blocs and trade policies.
3.    Language proficiency: Level IV (Fluent) in spoken and written English and Swahili is required.
4.    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: In depth knowledge and experience in project management, policy analysis, monitoring and evaluation; and design and implementation of pro-poor development projects is required. Familiarity with USG procedures and regulations preferred. Familiarity with Tanzanian, regulations, policies and a detailed and broad knowledge of the Tanzanian economy, including the policy and legislative framework required. In depth knowledge on emerging policy issues in the country, region and international in the context of: agriculture and private sector competitiveness, trade policies, WTO and regional trading blocs is required, as is ability to work in a multicultural environment.

SELECTION PROCESS
When fully qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and US Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.

ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA
1.    Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.
TO APPLY
Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application:
1.    Universal Application for Employment as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174). A hard copy of the application form (DS-174) is also available at the American Embassy, gate 3; or
2.    A combination of both; i.e. Sections 1 -24 of the UAE along with a listing of the applicant’s work experience attached as a separate sheet; or
3.    A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE (see section 3A below for more information); plus
4.    Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional US Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.
5.    Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
3A. If an applicant is submitting a resume or curriculum vitae, s/he must provide the following information equal to what is found on the UAE.

Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application.
A. Position Title
B. Position Grade
C. Vacancy Announcement Number (if known)
D. Dates Available for Work
E. First, Middle, & Last Names as well as any other names used
F. Date and Place of Birth
G. Current Address, Day, Evening, and Cell phone numbers
H. U.S. Citizenship Status (Yes or No) & status of permanent U.S. Resident (Yes or No; if yes, provide number)
I. U.S. Social Security Number and/or Identification Number
J. Eligibility to work in the country (Yes or No)
K. Special Accommodations the Mission needs to provide
L. If applying for position that includes driving a U.S. Government vehicle, Driver’s License Class / Type
M. Days available to work
N. List any relatives or members of your household that work for the U.S. Government (include their Name, Relationship, & Agency, Position, Location)
O. U.S. Eligible Family Member and Veterans Hiring Preference
P. Education
Q. License, Skills, Training, Membership, & Recognition
R. Language Skills
S. Work Experience
T. References

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO
American Embassy
Human Resources Office
P.O. Box 9123
Dar es Salaam

POINT OF CONTACT
Telephone: 229 4000, Ext: 4137/4148/4233/4024
Fax: 2294726 or 2294970
CLOSING DATE OF THE POSITION: June 12, 2014

The US Mission in Tanzania provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation. The Department of State also strives to achieve equal employment opportunity in all personnel operations through continuing diversity enhancement programs.

The EEO complaint procedure is not available to individuals who believe they have been denied equal opportunity based upon marital status or political affiliation. Individuals with such complaints should avail themselves of the appropriate grievance procedures, remedies for prohibited personnel practices, and/or courts for relief.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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JOB TITLE: SECRETARIAT
ED-DPG PERFORMANCE DATES: On/about July 01, 2014 to  June 30, 2016
DUTY LOCATIONS: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
A.Background
The main objective of the ED DPG is to support the Tanzania education system (Mainland and Zanzibar) in achieving efficient, effective and equitable delivery of education services through
coordination of Development Partner (DP) interventions with those of Government and other education stakeholders.
The group’s is led by the Chair (currently USAID) and a Deputy Chair (currently SIDA). The Chair and
Deputy Chair positions are rotational,
and are both for a two-year period.
The group also maintains an
Executive Committee whose members include: Chair, Deputy Chair, and
2 Ex officio members. As part
of its functions, the EXCOM determines roles and responsibilities of each member; however, the Chair
is the ultimate Leader of the EXCOM and the ED DPG and acts as the main link between the group and the Government.
The ED DPG also maintains a Secretariat, who is an independent Consultant. The main role of the Secretariat is to provide administrative, operational, and strategic support to the group and facilitate
information sharing and communication with the M
OEVT and other stakeholders. The Secretariat shall
also work closely with the Secretariat of the Ministry of Education and Vocational Training (MOEVT) to initiate and prepare sector meetings, such as the Technical Working Groups (TWGs), Education Sector De
velopment Committee (ESDC) Task Team, Task Force and ESDC,Zanzibar Education Sector
Committee, Joint Education Sector Reviews (JESRs) for both Mainland and Zanzibar etc, and initiates and facilitates policy dialogue between government and diverse sets of education stakeholders on issues emanating from these meetings.
B. Scope of Work
USAID/Tanzania would like to hire the services of a Consultant to serve as the Secretariat of the Education Development Partners Group (ED-DPG). This will be 24 months position starting from July 01, 2014 –June 30, 2016.
The Chair will monitor consultant’s monthly performance based on
the quarterly work plans and the monthly reports. The monthly reports will form the basis for payment, after the Chair is satisfied that
the work accomplished is as per the agreed work plan and
is within the Scope of Work.
C. Deliverables
The contractor will be responsible for the following activities:
1.Organize ED DPG meetings, including the annual retreat, prepare agendas, produce and circulate minutes, including matters arising, within one week of the meeting;
2.Circulate key points/issues for discussion to the ED DPG group that have been decided by the chair and the EXCOM including those arising from ED DPG meetings;
3.Compile Education Development Partner Group’s responses and comments on issues, documents, studies, papers, etc. and circulate to the members;
4.Work closely with the MOEVT Secretariat to initiate and prepare sector meetings such as  the Technical Working Groups (TWGs), Education Sector Development Committee (ESDC)
Task Team, Task Force and ESDC, Zanzibar Education Sector Committee, and Joint
Education Sector Reviews (JESRs) for both Mainland and Zanzibar and initiates and facilitates policy dialogue between government and diverse sets of education stakeholders on issues emanating from these meetings.
5.In Zanzibar, assist the Coordinating Agency to foster a strong local education group by promoting a broad representation of education stakeholders and collaboration among
development partners to ensure harmonized support for the government’s education
program. Where civil society, the private sector, or both are not engaged in the local education group, assist the CA in Zanzibar to mobilize and include them.
6.Assist the CA in Zanzibar to facilitate a mapping of partner interventions with a view to facilitating coordination, harmonization and alignment of partner interventions with national priorities.
7.Maintain a calendar of events including those obtained from the monthly and annual timetables of the Government and inform ED DPG members;
8.Take minutes at GoT/DP meetings and circulate to the ED DPG members, and with GOT once agreed with the Lead/EXCOM;
9.Regularly up-date the DPG website in collaboration with the Lead/EXCOM.
10.Facilitate communication and information (including e-mails flows) between the
Government of Tanzania (GoT) and the Development Partners (DPs) in order for each party to complete tasks by the allotted time.
11.Perform any other duties as will be determined from time to time in support of the ED-DPG.

D.Qualifications
(please do not have USAID experience required or preferred)
The following qualifications are preferred:
1.Academic achievement of Master’s Degree or higher in education and/or Social Sciences.
2.In-depth knowledge of the Education Sector processes in Tanzania,including planning, management and budgeting of public sector resources;
3.Experience initiating and facilitating policy dialogue between governmentand diverse sets of education stakeholders is prefer
red;
4.Experience serving in a related functional area will be an addedadvantage;
5.Excellent analysis and report writing skills;
6.Fluency in both Kiswahili and English languages.

E.Required Application Materials
The following application materials must accompany apllications:
1.CV
2.Writing Sample
3.Three references

To apply:
Please submit a CV and cover letter summarizing relevant expertise and experience and qualification, and all other required documents listed above to usaidtzco@usaid.gov.Write “SecretariatED DPG”on the subject line.
Please also include your salary history utilizing Form AID 1420-17 as partof your application. The form can be found at http://www.usaid.gov/forms. Only finalists will be contacted. No telephone inquiries, please.
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