BACKGROUND INFORMATION
The Mwalimu Nyerere Foundation is a Non-Governmental Organization,
established in June, 1996, as a permanent tribute to Mwalimu Julius K.
Nyerere’s contribution to improving sustainably the quality of human
relations. The Foundation is not affiliated with any political party or
government. It is an intellectually and politically independent body.
The Foundation works to promote Peace, Unity and People-centred
Development throughout the World, and particularly in Africa.[1]
<http://nyererefoundation.org/index.php/careers/#_ftn1> The Foundation’s
work is based on Mwalimu Nyerere’s belief in the “Fundamental _principle
that all humanity, regardless of their differences, are the purpose and
justification for the existence of society, and all human activity in
any given Society”_. This philosophy demands that Communities
everywhere should enjoy and develop themselves within the Context of
freedom and democracy based upon “good leadership, _good governance,
social and economic justice_’.[2]
<http://nyererefoundation.org/index.php/careers/#_ftn2
KEY GENERAL CAPACITIES AND ABILITIES FOR ALL APPLICANTS
Ability to study, understand, appreciate and critically analyse from an
African and South perspective the situation of the World, and its
impacts on man’s equality, unity, freedom, and development of mankind.
Ability and capacity to study, and understand the main objective,
concept and principles of MNF.
Capacity and ability to conceive, initiate and develop research
programmes and projects through a “critical theoretical framework that
re-examines the impetus of change and social transformation, from the
perspective of the Africa Region, the South and the World generally.
Offer pragmatic, creative, dynamic, reflective and emancipation
alternatives to the dominant intellectual framework that promotes and
privileges the status quo in global relations; priority being given to a
specific African and South perspective”.
Conceptualize and develop a transitional framework to capture the flow
of resources between the South and the North and between governments and
within nation states.
Ability to identify the divergence of interests within and between
individual nation states within and between Africa, the South as a
region and between the South and the developed North.
Be able to identify explain and propose solutions to the challenge of
lack of support from capitals of most South Countries as well as lack of
coordination at South South level and within member states of South
Countries, with a focus on Africa.
Be able to conduct research and formulate/determine negotiating
positions, and solutions to problems and challenges that vex governments
and the people of developing countries directly, and affect relations
between developed and developing countries in particular.
Ensure availability of, and access to, information that is key to many
of Africa’s problems and challenges through according more time and
resources to access and organize information, as well as through
theoretical and practical training of staff on identification and
finding key solutions to strategic development bottlenecks in Africa.
Ability to identify and to know what exists in order to close the gap
between the existing policy relevant literature and information used at
the policy front.
Ability to make the Foundation able to understand and be an active
participant in the World governance system, South and Africa platforms,
in the areas of political, economic, social and environmental
organization, management and delivery systems
Ability to work with other institutions with objectives similar or
identical to those of the Foundation, to gradually evolve, for Africa
generally, and its separate nation states, a CONCEPTUAL AND EMPIRICAL
FRAMEWORK to underpin and orient the Foundation’s future work and
activities, aimed at contributing towards constructing an intellectual
and popular people’s platform for Africa, in order to assist in
formulating responses, initiatives in global arena, and in South – North
negotiations.
Ability to enhance information and analytical basis upon which policy
and negotiating positions are formulated, in order to achieve a growing
sense of solidarity, as commonalities and shared interests become apparent.
Ability to assess the systemic processes that shape the South’s reality,
aimed at providing an overarching framework for analysis and enhance
policy makers ability not only to discern the options that are in their
country’s best interests, but also to grasp the common and shared
objectives of Africa in particular and the South generally regarding the
broader international system, objectives which need to be pursued
collectively and which determine largely what choices and options they
will have as individual independent, free countries.
Ability to organize the research and outreach programme as a dynamic
undertaking, involving and relying mainly on African and South
intellectuals and institutions, and aimed at contributing to the
building up African capacity for self-reliance in the use of her Human
and physical resources.
Job Title: Deputy Executive Director
Types: Five Years Renewable Contract
Report to: Board of Trustees of the MNF
Location: Dar es Salaam
Salary and Benefits: Attractive
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
Responsible to the Executive Director for overall management and
co-ordination of the Foundation, and support to Executive Director.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES
Support the Executive Director of the Foundation, ensure the proper
running of day-to-day activities of the Foundation
Upon the directives of the Executive Director, take charge of financial
management and accountability in all financial transactions
In team work propose and facilitate the development budgetary policies
and regulations for financial management.
Offer a critical and practical support to research programs and Project
Development, promoting African unity, South–South Cooperation, and
South-North Relations.
Representing the Foundation in various International and National
conferences, panels, and round table discussions.
In partnership with Executive Director formulate policies and approaches
to promote organization learning and knowledge sharing on Peace, Unity,
and People –Centred Development.
Supervise, Monitor, and evaluate the implementation of the Foundations
plans.
To formulate, offer alternatives and supporting Fundraising efforts, and
approaches.
Assist the Executive Director in handling secretarial duties to the
Board of Trustees
Any other responsibility as may be directed by the MNF Board of Trustees.
KEY ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND WORK EXPERIENCE.
The applicant must have at least 10 years of general work experience,
and a minimum of 5 years at Research and Management level in a reputable
Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) or Intergovernmental organization
dealing in people-centred development research or coordinating work.
A holder of a PhD or advanced University Degree in Political Science;
Development Studies; History; Economics, International Relations, or
Education, Project Management, Law and related social sciences.
Research fields based Evidence and Publications on Peace, Unity and
People-Centred Development and other related subjects.
A full Curriculum Vitae with at least three (3) academic and management
referees
Communication skills, fluency in written and spoken English and Swahili;
French is an added advantage.
Good Computer skills
Job Title: Program Officer
Types: Five Years Renewable Contract
Report to: Executive Director
Location: Dar es Salaam
Salary and Benefits: Attractive
Positions:1 Post
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES
Program officers are initially the Think Tank Team of the Foundation,
are responsible for collective generation of ideas, program and project
on Peace, Unity and People Centred development. In collaboration with
fellow Professionals, experts outside the Foundation develop and propose
approaches addressing problems of Africa, South as a region and
relationship with the developed North.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Research and analyse political and social situations in Africa, the
South and the Developed North, which have detrimental impact to growth
and peace.
Develop concepts that offer critical solutions to problems of People
Centred Development, Peace and Unity in African and South Perspectives.
Liaise with Governments, regional organization such as AU, EAC, SADC and
organizations within Africa and the South Centre.
Formulate and review mechanism adopted by the Foundation in the
promotion of main and specific objectives spelt out in MNF Article of
Inco-operations.
Promote dialogue between the Public, government, UN agencies, Civil
Society, on peace and good governance, leadership and developments,
Organize and coordinate symposium, seminars, and conferences on Peace,
Unity and People Centred Development.
KEY ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCES
Master’s Degree from a recognized University in Political Science,
Political Economy, Business Administration, History & Geography, Project
Management, and any other related social science studies.
Fluency in spoken English, and Swahili, French is an added advantage for
this position
Work experience in NGO’s, CSO’s or Inter-governmental Organizations
dealing with Social & Economic Areas for a period of not less than 5 years.
Commitment to Human Equality, integrity and freedom and justice for all.
Job Title: Finance and Administration Officer
Types: Five Years Renewable Contract
Report to: Executive Director
LOCATION : Dar es Salaam
Salary and Benefits: Attractive
Positions: 1 Posts
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Finance and Administration officer is in a multiple function
position, is responsible for overall administration, finance management,
human resource management and procurement functions of the Foundation.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES.
Finance Administration
Formulate, review and implement policies that enhance efficient and
effective financial management and optional resource mobilization and
utilization approaches
To coordinate, supervise and plan all the financial functions and
management of the Foundation.
To develop and maintain efficient and effective budgeting and management
information systems.
To ensure proper accounting, financial reporting, and control within the
Foundation through the development and implementation of sound
accounting systems and procedures based on accepted accounting
principles and financial control systems.
Administration and Human Resource
Develop and implement the Foundation’s policies and regulations.
Advise the Foundation on general legal and regulations of the
Government, harmonies the Foundation’s policies, legislations and
regulations to ensure compliance with the law of the United Republic of
Tanzania and International Law.
Develop and implement human resource regulations and policies for the
Foundation. To deal with staff matters relating to labour laws, staff
regulations, staff welfare and benefits.
Formulate and advice on proper reporting mechanisms within and outside
the Foundation.
Coordinate and supervise corporate affairs of the Foundation including
industrial relations, community and social interactions
Formulate review and implement procurement policies for services and
supplies for the Foundation.
Develop and implement policies enhancing proper records and
documentation, as well as management of Foundations’ inventories.
Ensure strong interpersonal skills and supervisory abilities
KEY QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCES
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Political Science (MPS), Public
Administration (MA Pub.), Law (LLM), Finance, and Management.
Not less than five (5) years’ work experience in a senior finance and
administration position in a recognized organization or government
Previous experience in dealing with donor agencies and donor funded projects
Fluency in English and Swahili, French is an added advantage
Work experiences in NGOs, International Non-Governmental Organizations
(INGOs), in social and economic areas and generally in governance and
leadership.
Computer Skills
Job Title: Accountant
Types: Five Years Renewable Contract
Report to: Chief of Finance and Administration
Location: Dar es Salaam
Salary and Benefits: Attractive
Positions:1 Posts
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES
Accountant officer is responsible primarily to provide high level
financial management, and advice to the Chief of Finance and
Administration on proper mechanisms, national and international
approaches and standards for financial management and accountability.
He/she also expected to offer high level cost-benefit advice to
Foundation on financial management, monitoring and evaluation of
financial uses.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop, maintain, control and implement sound accounting and
financial management systems and procedures based on acceptable national
and International standards (eg International Financial Reporting Standards)
Maintain proper books of accounts and all financial accounting records
Establish adequate internal financial monitoring and control system and
to take full precautions against fraud and negligence with high level of
financial discipline and proper authorizations
Preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements and reports
for estimated and actual revenue, as well as expenditure against the
allocated expenditures per organization work item
Ensure that all income due to the Foundation is collected promptly and
brought to account.
Preparation of purchase orders in adherence to approved budget against
over expenditure.
Make adequate arrangements for safe keeping of all financial documents,
including cheque books, receipt books and other accounting documents.
Liaise with the external auditor appointed by the Board and ensuring
that within six months after the end of each financial year draft
accounts of the preceding financial year of the Foundation are submitted
for audit.
Provide a sound advice to the Foundation in the implementations of the
suggestions made by the internal and external auditors.
Supervise the accounting staff and generally to be responsible for
managing the accounting functions of the Foundation
KEY QUALIFICATIONS FOR ACCOUNTANT
Bachelor in Business Administration with accounting qualifications,
Bachelor degree in finance with major in Accounting
Accounting qualification (CPA) is compulsory for this position
Registered by NBAA as an Authorized Accountant.
3 – 4 years post-qualification experience in accounting functions
Fluency in English and Kiswahili; French as an added advantage
Competent in Computer skills
Job Title: Accounting Assistant
Types: Five Years Renewable Contract
Report to: Accountant
Location: Dar es Salaam
Salary and Benefits:Attractive
Positions: 1 Posts
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES
To provide assistance to Accountant, and keeping records, cheque register.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist Accountant to develop, maintain, control and implement sound
accounting and financial management systems
Assist Accountant officer to maintain proper books of accounts and all
financial accounting records
Assist accountant to prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements
and reports
Assist accountant to ensure that all income due to the Foundation is
collected promptly and brought to account.
To maintain petty cash and records, and maintain debtor and creditor
register
To prepare monthly payroll and make prompt payment for all payroll
deductions (PAYE, Social Security contributions)
KEY QUALIFICATIONS FOR ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT
Bachelor Degree in accountancy from a recognized institution
At least 2-3 years work experience in accounting functions in a
recognized Institutions
Full understanding of bookkeeping and accountancy procedures
Computer skills
Fluency in written and oral English and Swahili languages
Job Tittle: Fundraiser
Type: Five Years Renewable Contract
Reporting to: Executive Director
Location: Dar es Salaam
Salary and Benefit:Attractive
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES
The Fundraiser’s chief function is the procurements of funds for the
Foundation program work and operational expenditure. This is to be
achieved by soliciting and raising funds to sustain the institution
through the establishments of an endowment fund.
SPECIAL RESPONSIBILITY
To initiate and formulate funds procurement policies and investment
strategies to maximise the sustainability potential of the Foundation.
To develop and implement sound resource mobilization strategies which
will result in to adequate annual and long term financial resources for
the programme and operational budget
To cultivate and promote public relations strategies which will attract
funding from institutions and individuals.
To identify and promote alternative financial resources areas to support
traditional budget resources areas,
To coordinate internal and external fundraising strategies for the
Foundation.
KEY QUALIFICATION FOR FUNDRAISER
Masters of Business Administration (MBA), Public Administration (MPA),
Philosophy and Sociology, Marketing and Communication Skills, and other
related subject.
3-5 previous experiences in fundraising at Civil Society organization,
and international organization
Previous experiences in dealing with donor agencies, soliciting and
procurement of funds.
Highly contact and communication skills in both English, and Swahili
Computer skills
Job title: Librarian
Type: Five Years Renewable contract
Reporting to: Executive Director
Location: Dar es Salaam
Salary and benefit: Attractive
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES
To be responsible for managing and maintaining library services and to
ensure availability of books, documents, journals, letters and pictures
and other related materials in the MNF Library
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES.
To ensure all the work of Mwalimu Nyerere is kept and maintained in the
MNF Library, and available for research and other studies
To collect and keep all the relevant documents, literature, and
publications on MNF activities and make them available in the library.
To advice the management on the acquisition of new publications, books,
journals and other literature
To liaise with other organizations, associations, government and other
institutions in relations to literature and documents relevant to the
MNF Library
To perform any other duties as the Executive Director may direct.
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCES
Minimum of a Master’s degree in library from a recognized university or
institutions
Vast Experiences in record management, documents and records
preservation technology
A minimum of 3 -5 years’ experience in library services at senior level
in a recognized and reputable institutions within and outside Tanzania.
Fluent and competent in both English and Swahili language,
Computer literate is a must criteria
GENERAL CONDITIONS
-All applicants must be citizens of Tanzania, except for Deputy
-Executive Director position any African candidate can apply for this
position,
-Applicants must attach up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV) having reliable
-contacts personal address, telephone number, and email address
-Applicants must attach three referees and their contact address.
-Applicants must apply on the strengths of information given in this
advertisement
-Applicants must attach certified copies of academic and professional
certificate
-Postgraduate /Degree/ Advanced diploma certificate
-Postgraduate/Degree/Advanced diploma transcript
-Form Four and Form Six Certificates
-Professional Certificates and Award
-Computer certificates
-All certificates from Foreign institution, must be certified by TCU,
-Applicants must attach a certified copy of birth certificate/passports
-Applicants must attach true copies of certificate, any forgery
identified will result to legal action
-All applications must be in hand written in either Swahili or English
-Applicants must, before applying read and understand the MNF on its
website www.nyererefoundation.org <http://www.nyererefoundation.org/>
The deadline for application is 28th April 2017
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted,
All applicants must adhere to the working style of the MNF.
Application must be sent to;
Executive Director,
The Mwalimu Nyerere Foundation
P.O Box 71000,
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Location: Co-Architecture Building, Junction of India/Bridge Streets.
Or by email at info@nyererefoundation.org
(The subject line must indicate the position applied)
NO HAND DELIVERY APPLICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED.
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