The Tanzania Maji na Usafi wa Mazingira (MUM) Activity funded by USAID/Tanzania and implemented by Tetra Tech International Development (http://www.tetratech.com/intdev) is currently accepting expressions of interest for qualified candidates to fill various positions. The purpose of Maji na Usafi wa Mazingira (MUM) Activity is to expand and sustain the provision and governance of WASH services by increasing access to sustainable water services; Increasing access to finance for water, sanitation, and hygiene; Strengthening the market for sanitation products and services; and Strengthening basin water boards and water user associations for stewardship of water resources,
Tetra Tech seeks experienced candidates for the following positions:
Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Specialist (1 Post)-Based in Sumbawanga
Working under the direction of the MEL Specialist Manager, the role of MEL Specialist will be; –
To Assist in the design and implement a project monitoring, evaluation and learning strategy and ensure that data generated from activities and interventions are reliably and accurately collected in a timely manner to inform both reporting and adaptive management of project activities. MEL is an important component of the project, underpinning both the measurement of project results but also ensuring that the project regularly assesses activities and strategies and adapts accordingly to adjust to learning and experience for continual improvement. The MEL Specialist will provide on-site monitoring, oversight, and accountability of program activities and will provide mentoring and training assistance/services not only to program staff but to partners as well.
The MEL Specialist will work directly with all technical and managing supervisors and other members of the technical team or their designees as directed. S/he will have overall responsibility for ensuring comprehensive implementation of the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Plan (MEL Plan).
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in public administration, Public Policy, Monitoring and Evaluation, or Development Planning and Management.
Experience: Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in monitoring, evaluation, program design, data collection, management and use, and strategic learning. Experience working on monitoring and evaluation with bilateral or multilateral development agency projects and their implementing contractors. Experience in results frameworks and logical frameworks desirable.
Grants Manager (1 Post)-Based in Iringa
The role of the Grants Manager is to lead the implementation of the project’s Grants under Contract (GUC) activities under the supervision of the Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) Operations and Chief of Party (COP) and in collaboration with the Activity’s technical team. The Grants Manager is responsible for managing the entire GUC portfolio in compliance with Tetra Tech ARD’s procedures and policies governing GUCs. The Grants Manager will build the capacity of staff and grantees in grant management and compliance and will supervise one Grants Specialist.
The Grants Manager will Coordinate with the project team for annual planning to ensure the grant program technical objectives are clearly defined and estimated timelines for solicitations arc appropriate. Define and administer the grant solicitation (RFAs/APSs) and selection processes in collaboration with technical staff and in accordance to Tetra Tech ARD’s procedures and policies. Convene and facilitate Review and Evaluation Committee (REC) sessions, documenting discussions and determination of successful applicants. Oversee all pre-award due diligence requirements including the pre-award survey and cost analysis of the budget. Coordinate closely with the technical manager on technical and financial negotiations, as well as the Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Manager on identifying MUM indicators that will be achieved.
Qualification:
Education: University Degree in administration, or similar field (relevant experience and another university degree may substitute for the degrees mentioned).
Professional Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an equivalent position. Experience working in a similar position for an NGO or an international organization is preferred. Must also have the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment. In addition, must be flexible, willing to perform other duties and work irregular hours.
Basin Water Board Coordinator (2 Posts)- RUKWA and NYASA
Working under Water Resources Management Team Lead, Basin .
Water Board Coordinator will be responsible for:
- Developing work plans and follow up on implementation of activities relevant to MUM annual work plans (AWPs) specifically focusing on STRENGTHENING BASIN WATER BOARDS AND WATER USER ASSOCIATIONS TO ENHANCE STEWARDSHIP OF WATER RESOURCES
- Work as liaison person between MUM Activity and Nyasa/Rukwa Basin Water Boards, responsible for updating BWB on MUM plans and vice versa, as and when need arises.
- Work with the BWB to support implementation of SUB-OBJECTIVE 4 :
STRENGTHENING BASIN WATER BOARDS AND WATER USER ASSOCIATIONS TO ENHANCE
STEWARDSHIP OF WATER RESOURCES through the following activities:
- Building BWB institutional capacity and operational efficiency
- Implementing targeted investments to protect and restore catchments serving drinking water systems
- Raising awareness within BWBs of threats to Tanzania’s water resource base
- Improvement of the climatological and hydrological monitoring networks and systems.
- Support improved point and spatial data and information management.
- Development of data and information products to support decision making.
- Implementation of hands-on and formal training programs to enhance BWBs staffs skills.
Minimum Qualification:
Education: Degree in engineering, Environment, International development, Business, or a related field, and a post graduate degree in a relevant field such as integrated water resources management, international development, public administration, etc.
Professional Experience: Five years of demonstrated technical experience in integrated water resources management in Tanzania, specifically in integrated water resources management, river basin development and management, water resources data acquisition and management, water resources financing including payment for environmental services mechanisms, water abstraction surveys, and pro-poor approaches to water access.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply through ARD.recruitment.TZMUM@tetratech.com with a cover letter and current curriculum vitae (CV) in reverse chronological order format. Please list the title of the position in the email subject line
General Qualifications:
- Must be computer literate (in Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including patience, diplomacy, willingness to listen and respect for colleagues.
- Ability to work individually and as part of a team. Must also be able to work effectively in a team environment.
- Professional fluency in English and Swahili is required for verbal and written communication.
- Experience delivering services in Tanzania, working successfully within a team environment;
- Please note: Only Tanzanian citizens are eligible for this position.
Only Short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview. No phone calls will be accepted about these positions.
Deadline for submission of applications is November 5, 2021.
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