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Research Scientist at Ifakara Health Institute (IHI)

February 17, 2021 0

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCoD8qDILtvd620py0sVzevk189w-9y7zZ1nB9haNIAUTPXUgnMIjLHAXeguiwzZC0LSmqWeY06yOwB5RjZHNJHR4jhw7s1XWckdOChf3CbW21ISHxYVDcoMgDATEBpRkHxTQ6zofzWsw/s200/IHI.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="200" data-original-width="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCoD8qDILtvd620py0sVzevk189w-9y7zZ1nB9haNIAUTPXUgnMIjLHAXeguiwzZC0LSmqWeY06yOwB5RjZHNJHR4jhw7s1XWckdOChf3CbW21ISHxYVDcoMgDATEBpRkHxTQ6zofzWsw/s0/IHI.jpg" /></a></div> Research Scientist Job SummaryPosition: Research Scientist (1 post) Reports to:  Project Leader/ Principal Investigator.Work station:  IfakaraApply by:  February 25, 2021 Institute Overview Ifakara Health Institute (IHI) is a leading research organization in Africa with a strong track record in developing, testing and validating innovations for health. Driven by a core strategic mandate for research, training and services, the Institute’s work now spans a wide spectrum, covering biomedical and ecological sciences, intervention studies, health-systems research and policy translation. Position Summary IHI is looking for a Research Scientist to join the Deep Transmission Study. The Scientist will be required to write and publish high quality scientific papers in peer reviewed and internationally recognized journals; and mentor and supervise research students to prepare reports and presentations. The Scientist will also present on progress and outcomes of the Deep Transmission research work to project and department staff and will write proposals and compete for research grants to address scientific questions in line with strategic objectives of IHI, and the public health needs.Duties and Responsibilities<ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Admin & Supervision Roles </li><li>Maintain constant liaison and engagement with community members in the study areas to ensure smooth running of project activities.</li><li>Ensure that all relevant institutional, national and international regulations regarding scientific research are adhered to during the course of all project activities.</li><li>Ensure smooth working relationship between the project (project staff) and other projects within the institute.</li><li>Supervise research interns working with the team.</li></ul>Scientific and Other Roles <ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Supervise the technical staff, volunteers and field workers working within the project</li><li>Ensure that all relevant quality control procedures and ethical guidelines are adhered to and that any deviations are properly documented and reported during all project activities and in accordance with requirements of good experimental practices</li><li>Report on progress and outcomes of the project from time to time, by way of electronic or printed periodic reports, institutional presentations and relevant scientific conferences, where feasible</li><li>Write and publish high quality scientific papers on your research work in peer reviewed and internationally recognized journals</li><li>Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the project leader</li></ul>Qualification and Experience<ul style="text-align: left;"><li>MPhil in Data Science with specialization in Financial Technology.</li><li>Working experience of 2 years.</li></ul> Skills and Competencies<ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Good writing skills</li><li>Good scientific/investigational skills</li><li>Good communication skills</li><li>Good interpersonal skills</li><li>Leadership skills and team work</li><li>Data analysis</li><li>Ability to use open-source software for data analysis (R and Python) Capability to design and execute the research protocol.</li><li>Information Technology (IT): Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)</li><li>Programming and Statistical Analysis Tools: Proficient in R, SQL and ACL (Audit Command Language), Python, JavaScript and Solidity.</li><li>Machine Learning Principles and Techniques: Highly proficient and competent in using the following supervised and unsupervised machine learning model techniques: Regression, Decision Trees, Bagging, Random Forest, Gradient Boosting, Support Vector Machines, Neural</li><li>Networks, Cluster Analysis, Association Rules and Dimensionality Reduction Techniques (Principal Component Analysis (PCA), Multidimensional Scaling (MDS), Self- Organizing Maps (SOM) and Isometric Mapping (ISOMAP).</li><li>Analytics and Visualization Tools: Proficient with hands-on experience on using Business Intelligence and visualization platforms such as R Shiny, QlikView and Power BI.</li><li>Presentation skills.</li></ul>RemunerationAn attractive and competitive remuneration package will be offered to successful candidates as per IHI salary scales.Equal OpportunityIHI is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit intentional biases or discrimination and harassment of any kind at the work place and during recruitment. All employment decisions are based solely on job requirements and individual qualifications, and our recruitment process is governed by the labour laws of TanzaniaMode of ApplicationAll candidates who meet the above job requirements should send their application letters through e- mail together with their detailed curriculum vitae (CVs) showing contact addresses including email, telephone/cell phone numbers and copies of academic and professional certificates to the address below.The deadline for this application is 23:59hrs February 25, 2021 All e-mail application headline should include: RESEARCH SCIENTIST- DEEPOnly shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview. Human Resources Manager, Ifakara Health Institute, Kiko Avenue, Mikocheni, P o. Box 78373,Dar es SalaamEmail: recruitment@ihi.or.tzThe deadline for submitting the application is 25 February, 2021

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Research Scientist Job Summary Position: Research Scientist (1 post) Reports to: Project Leader/ Principal Investigator. Work station: ...

Prevention Field Officer at Health Promotion Tanzania

November 07, 2017 0

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Job Purpose 
To coordinate all HIV prevention activities in the region that focus on priority and key populations including establishment of condom outlet centres 
Job summary: Prevention Field Officer will be responsible in development, planning and implementation of all HIV prevention activities. He/she shall work with community peer educators to identify and conduct HIV prevention strategies. 
 
Duties and Responsibilities 
1.    Coordinate identification of relevant prevention activities for key and priority populations; 
2.    Establish terms of service and coordinate recruitment of peer educators in Nyasa district; 
3.    Plan and engineer implementation of HIV prevention activities in the region including working with identified community peer educators; 
4.    Align peer educators for implementation of HIV prevention activities geared to achieve set targets; 
5.    Receive data and take lead in compilation for HIV prevention activities in the District; 
6.    Develop reports and success stories in the area of HIV prevention for experience sharing and documentation; 
7.    Provide technical backstopping in HIV prevention activities and strategies; 
8.    Participate in Monthly program management meetings and Quarterly Quality Improvement session. 
9.    Hold monthly Peer educators meetings to identify operational challenges, provide monthly allowance and other technical backup 
10.    Compile monthly Peer educators reports for management and for donor on time and submit to HDT Prevention Focal. 
 
Knowledge and Experience 
•    Diploma, advance diploma in Clinical courses, Nursing or Degree in social science with two years’ experience in HIV prevention 
•    Experience in Result Based Planning and Management. Experience in PEPFAR funded projects is an added advantage 
•    Organized, smart and good writing skills 
•    Ability to work flexible hours 
•    Knowledge of programme design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and reporting. 
 
Please don't submit CV, you will be disqualified. The application form can be downloaded through the website, 
 
Send your application to <a href="mailto:info@hdt.or.tz">info@hdt.or.tz</a>, or <a href="mailto:ruvuma@hdt.or.tz">ruvuma@hdt.or.tz</a> 
To apply for this job, please go to the following website <a href="http://www.healthpromotiontanzania.org/">www.healthpromotiontanzania.org</a></div>

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FIELD COORDINATOR - IRC (KIBONDO)

April 10, 2017 0

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Field Coordinator 
Sector: Program Management            
Location: Tanzania            
Employee Type: Regular            
Employee Category: Full Time            
Description 
 
Job Purpose/Objective 
 
The Field Coordinator shall be responsible for supporting, coordinating and supervising the implementation of the IRC programs for Kibondo Field Office.  Additionally, the FC will support implementation of IRC Strategy Action Plan in the Tanzania. The FC will also contribute towards grant management and reporting. The FC will be responsible for direct supervision of Human Resources, Administration, Supply Chain and Finance departments. He/she will have dotted line management with Program sectors. The FC will oversee day to day management of Staff Safety and security during all phases of field operations. The FC will from time to time represent the IRC Kibondo Field Office in various coordination forums. The FC reports to the Country Director and will be responsible for the following: 
 
Key Responsibilities  
 
Program Management: 
Grant management 
Ensure quality and timely implementation of grants by staff with specific focus to the program support sections of each respective grant; 
Oversee the development of detailed project work plans for all programs and program support functions; 
Oversee all budget expenditures in the IRC Kibondo Field site operation and ensure they are allowable and allocable according to IRC and donor regulations. 
Ensure accurate budget spending and tracking by program managers and program support functions; 
Lead the field team in the Review of Monthly Budget vs. Actual reports with program staff, make recommendations on the basis of these and ensure that appropriate action is taken in a timely fashion. 
 
New Program Development 
Identify new program possibilities in collaboration with field- and Dar Es –Salaam based staff, specifically the Country Director, Deputy Director Programs and the Technical Coordinators; 
Oversee development of new proposals by program staff as required 
Oversee budget development at field level 
 Monitoring & Evaluation 
Ensure appropriate M&E activities are carried out regularly by program staff in all sectors (data collection & analysis, monitoring of project progress against established work plans, monitoring of established indicators and utilization of results to inform program (re-)design); 
Support in Identifying gaps in M&E systems and make recommendations for improvements 
 
Strategic Planning 
Support the integration of program activities to create coherent, quality and complimentary programming; Specific focus to ensure strong integration of program support functions with direct program related activities 
Participate in workshops at field level to establish and monitor annual operating plans for the strategic plan; 
Ensure that all project activities are consistent with established best practices and IRC's SAP; 
Actively work with various sectors in the implementation of SAP. 
 Field Operational Management: 
 Security 
Monitor the security situation in Kibondo/ its environs and ensure the SMT staff are continually updated and informed of developments with implications for staff safety and for program implementation; 
Oversee revision of the IRC Tanzania Security Manual as it pertains to Kibondo and its environs 
Responsible at field level staff evacuations. 
 
Human Resources/Administration 
Ensure that all performance evaluations for all staff are conducted on time, and review all evaluations to ensure quality and consistency; 
Support in Identifying training needs for program support staff members and make appropriate recommendations to the DDP, and CD; 
Ensure that administrative matters of the field office are carried out in accordance with IRC HR and administration policies; 
Ensure that all IRC staff at the Field level are in compliance with the IRCWAY Policy and other relevant policies pertaining to staff conduct. 
 
Supply Chain 
Oversee the carrying out of supply chain support operations by IRC Kibondo Field Office supply chain staff, including procurement (both local and through Dar Es Salaam), stock management, asset management, vehicle operations, equipment maintenance and repair (including communications and computer equipment); 
Ensure compliance with IRC and donor supply chain policies. 
 
Finance 
Oversee the financial management of field office operations by the Program Managers, and the Finance staff, including cash management, issuing and tracking advances, ensuring complete and correct use of all finance forms; timely notice to Dar Es Salaam of cash transfer needs; 
Ensure compliance with IRC and donor finance policies. 
 Representation / Communications 
Represent IRC in dealings with local authorities (administrative, sectoral and security officials), fellow NGOs and other stakeholders; 
Represent IRC at Kasulu field office level in advocacy 
Coordinate IRC program activities with relevant officials and other humanitarian agencies; 
Liaise closely with IRC’s partner agencies in Kibondo and as relevant within Kigoma region, both international and national NGOs. 
 Key Result Areas 
Strategic Leadership in effective program design and implementation, grant compliance 
Effective representation of the IRC in key forums (GoT, Partners, stake holder, donor) articulating IRC programming, country strategies and seeking to strengthen coordination/partnerships. 
Optimal and effective resource utilization in the overall IRC operations through implementation approaches in both programming and operationsContribute towards development of the IRC policies, procedures and ensure adherence and compliance by all Kibondo Field Office staff. 
 
 
 
Required Qualifications: 
Graduate degree in Development Studies, International Relations or similar OR relevant technical qualification (Health, Nutrition, Gender etc) preferred. 
Masters in management fields is an added advantage 
At least 5 years of experience of implementing multi-sectoral humanitarian relief or development projects in Africa or similar context preferred. 
 Required Experience & Competencies: 
Experience working in complex emergency settings implementing and managing Primary Health, GBV, programs in emergency or refugee settings. 
Knowledge of and experience in working with and coordinating with international and national partner organizations. 
Experience managing UNHCR,BPRM, UNICEF, ECHO, funded projects an added advantage 
Excellent written and oral communication skills 
Budget development,  and strong budget management experience 
Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage large amounts of information and prioritize work 
Good security management skills preferred. 
Good working knowledge of communications systems (satellite communications, VHF and HF radio) preferred. 
Good working knowledge of computer software: MS Word, Excel & email applications required; MS Access, GIS preferred. 
 
Personal Characteristics: 
Strong sense of personal integrity. 
Attention to detail. 
Strong supervisory skills. 
Ability to multi-task. 
Good interpersonal and communication skills. 
Team spirit and problem solving abilities. 
Willingness to live and productively work in insecure, unstable and/or harsh environments 
Flexibility and adaptability 
Desire to learn 
Cultural sensitivity 
 
IRC leading the way from harm to home. 
IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law 
If you need assistance in the application or hiring process to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time. Please contact Talent Acquisitions at IRC.Recruitment@rescue.org  
 
As required by law, the IRC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with a known disability. 
 
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