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Overview
FHI360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, localy driven solutions. Our staff include experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology; creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries.The Meeting Targets and Maintaining Epidemic Control (EpiC) is a 5 year global project funded by the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), dedicated to achieving and maintaining HIV epidemic control. The project provides strategic technical assistance and direct service delivery to break through barriers to 95-95-95 and promote self-reliant management of national HIV programs by improving HIV case-finding, prevention, and treatment programming. In Tanzania, EpiC will be implementing an HIV service delivery project among key and priority populations, adolescent girls and young women; and orphans and vulnerable children which aims to reduce HIV infections in pursuit of reaching 95-95-95 goals. To achieve this goal, the program will support targeted prevention and case finding strategies at community level amongst the targeted populations.
Currently, we are seeking suitably qualified candidates to fill in various positions as listed below for its EpiC project in Tanzania:
Vacancy title: Senior Grants and Compliance Officer
Main Function/Responsibilities:
Leading the administration and management of all subawards and procurement functions for the Epic Tanzania projecc, with a focus on. ensuring compliance to USG, PEPFAR and FHI 360 rules and regulations. Responsible for monitoring work flows and help developing and implementing systems to provide sound management, control and compliance with procurement, award terms and conditions as per FHI360 policy. Also will be supporting sub-awardees in the establishment and or strengthening of their own internal compliance systems to build capacity for USG fund management.
Specifically, responsible for:
• interpreting and applying funding regulations to ensure that all procedures are met; adequate records and audit trails are maintained
• managing all subaward work processes, including review and some negotiation of proposed instruments developing and implementing procedures to ensure compliance with Epic award terms and standardized procedures and FHI 360 policy
• coordinating the development, modification and close-out of all subawards
• managing and maintaining subaward documentation and input information in FHI 360's subaward tracking system
• facilitating the expedited review of subaward implementation activities and other contractual arrangements developing, implementing and monitoring subaward monitoring plans with each sub awardee and conducting or follow-up on site visits to ensure and support ongoing compliance with subaward terms and conditions and strengthen the capacity of sub-awardees.
Position Requirements. Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS/LLB) with 5-7 years of experience with subaward administration and compliance preferably for USG-funded projects; OR Master's Degree with 3-5 years of similar experience. Working knowledge of USG rules and regulations is highly desirable
• Familiarity with. Office of Management and Budget circulars
• Experience working in an international NGO environment is desirable ·
• Familiarity with Tanzanian public health sector, non-governmental organizations and community-based organizations is highly desirable
• Strong project management and time management skills; highly organized and detail oriented
• Demonstrated experience managing large volumes of high-value subawards with local partners.
• Experience with Sub Award Tracking system (SAT) a plus. Cultural sensitivity and a sound understanding of the needs of key and vulnerable populations.
• Ability to respond to inquiries independently and follow-up on requests in an efficient manner with minimal supervision, manage high volume of workflow efficiently
• Ability to interpret financial and other quantitative information and reports.
• Ability to work collaboratively, productively and sensitively within a multi discipline, multicultural and multi gender environment
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in written and spoken English/Kiswahili communication Well-developed computer skills
Vacancy title: Technical Officer, Family Planning/HIV Integration
Main Function/Responsibilities:
Leading the administration and management of all subawards and procurement functions for the Epic Tanzania projecc, with a focus on. ensuring compliance to USG, PEPFAR and FHI 360 rules and regulations. Responsible for monitoring work flows and help developing and implementing systems to provide sound management, control and compliance with procurement, award terms and conditions as per FHI360 policy. Also will be supporting sub-awardees in the establishment and or strengthening of their own internal compliance systems to build capacity for USG fund management.
Specifically, responsible for:
• interpreting and applying funding regulations to ensure that all procedures are met; adequate records and audit trails are maintained
• managing all subaward work processes, including review and some negotiation of proposed instruments developing and implementing procedures to ensure compliance with Epic award terms and standardized procedures and FHI 360 policy
• coordinating the development, modification and close-out of all subawards
• managing and maintaining subaward documentation and input information in FHI 360's subaward tracking system
• facilitating the expedited review of subaward implementation activities and other contractual arrangements developing, implementing and monitoring subaward monitoring plans with each sub awardee and conducting or follow-up on site visits to ensure and support ongoing compliance with subaward terms and conditions and strengthen the capacity of sub-awardees.
Position Requirements. Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS/LLB) with 5-7 years of experience with subaward administration and compliance preferably for USG-funded projects; OR Master's Degree with 3-5 years of similar experience. Working knowledge of USG rules and regulations is highly desirable
• Familiarity with. Office of Management and Budget circulars
• Experience working in an international NGO environment is desirable ·
• Familiarity with Tanzanian public health sector, non-governmental organizations and community-based organizations is highly desirable
• Strong project management and time management skills; highly organized and detail oriented
• Demonstrated experience managing large volumes of high-value subawards with local partners.
• Experience with Sub Award Tracking system (SAT) a plus. Cultural sensitivity and a sound understanding of the needs of key and vulnerable populations.
• Ability to respond to inquiries independently and follow-up on requests in an efficient manner with minimal supervision, manage high volume of workflow efficiently
• Ability to interpret financial and other quantitative information and reports.
• Ability to work collaboratively, productively and sensitively within a multi discipline, multicultural and multi gender environment
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in written and spoken English/Kiswahili communication Well-developed computer skills
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Main Function/Responsibilities:
Overseeing and coordinating the integration of FP services with HIV prevention, care and treatment activities and community engagement activities across 8 regions. Also providing support for all activities to increase uptake and improve the quality of FP services provision including short-acting methods as well as long-acting reversible contraceptive methods where feasible. Further will be responsible for ensuring FP services are integrated into community-based HIV testing and counseling activities as part of a core package of services for KVP as well as strengthen community-facility linkages and collaboration for services. The position will ensure all FP activities are implemented in line with GoT. USAID/PEPFAR and Epic guidelines and standards.
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Specific duties include:
• supporting the design and implementation of FP demand generation and service provision integrated with HIV services at community level, including providing technical support to Epic staff at regional level for FP
• leading efforts to strengthen the quality of demand generation and service provision for FP
• strengthening capacity of and providing technical support to local community-based implementing partners and service providers to improve FP service provision
• liaising with GoT counterparts, other FP service providers/implementing partners and stakeholders to ensure activities are well-coordinated with other national and regional programs
• ensuring alignment of FP activities with USAID/PEPFAR, GoT and Epic standards, protocols and guidelines..
Position Requirements-Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• Master's Degree or clinical degree (physician, nurse) with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in the provision of integrated HIV and FP services at the community level; or Bachelor's Degree with 5 to 7 years of relevant experience in the provision of integrated HIV and FP services at community level.
• Knowledge of health and development programs in Tanzania including familiarity with the national FP guidelines, standards and protocols.
• Familiarity with Tanzania public health sector at multiple levels; experience working with GoT stakeholders.
• Familiarity and experience with USAID/PEPFAR-funded programs : Experience in programs serving KVP and AGYW.
• cultural sensitivity and a sound understanding of the needs of KVPS:.
• Experience in technical capacity building of Tanzanian non-governmental organizations and community-based organizations, especially those working with KVP.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision
• High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili comunicacion Well-developed computer skills.
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Vacancy Title: Finance Officer
Main Function/Responsibilities: Supporting in all financial management, grants management and other functions of the project. Specifically, will be providing support in areas of financial management, accounting and record keeping within the project and ensure that all functions under the implementing partners are conducted in an efficient manner and in compliance with 1 USAID and FHI360 policies, procedures and regulations. The position requires close collaboration with other operations staff within the FHI 360 Tanzania country office to ensure application of FHI 360 and USAID regulations, policies and practices.
Also will be responsible for:
• preparing and reviewing the projects activities, pipeline reports, and budget for compliance with USAID and FHI 360 standards
• ensuring timely closure and submission of monthly financial and accounting reports and any other specifically required financial reports, such as quarterly pipelines to HQ
• performing reviewing reconciliations with respect to bank, balance sheet, vendors, inventory etc
• supporting the development of national and regional-level budgets for program activities, working closely with the finance and program staff in the regions
• assisting in the development of sub-awardee budgets and providing capacity building technical assistance to sub-awardee staff
• reviewing sub-awardee monthly financial reports and conducting scheduled financial review visits
• assisting in communicating with the bank on all issues related to the project, including bank account balances, check book requests, bank statements etc:
• conducting pre-award reviews for implementing partners for qualifying recipients
• supporting procurement for project
• reviewing payments to ensure documentation and process are in line with FHI 360 cost principle requirements
• reviewing accounting transactions to ensure costs are charged to correct codes
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Vacancy Title: 5 Regional Managers
Main Function/Responsibilities: Responsible for coordination, implementation and oversight of all EpiC activities in the assigned region(s). Specifically, responsible for overseeing coordination, implementation, management, monitoring and evaluation of program activities at the regional level; as well as participating in the management of finances, procurement, sub-grantees and human resources. Will be coordinating and supporting local community-based implementing partners providing services to reach KVP, AGYW and OVC with a comprehensive package of HIV prevention services, including community-based HIV testing and counseling, pre-exposure prophylaxis, HIV self-testing, gender-based violence, prevention and treatment and linkage to care. The position will also be responsible for building and maintaining partnerships with the regional and district authorities and other key KVP stakeholders and implementers in the region.
Additionally, will. be:
• coordinating the development of regional program strategies across the program components including work plans
• providing strategic leadership and set priorities for the regional program team
• supervising regional technical; program, M&E and financial staff
• coordinating development and subsequently monitor budgets and. spending for program activities
• building leadership capacity of local community-based implementing partners, local governments: and other community structures to be able to robustly implement effective KVP programs
• liaising with Regional and District health management teams in making sure that project activities appropriately contribute to local priorities and strategies
• establishing and maintaining relationships with local stakeholders including KVP-focused organizations, PEPFAR implementing partners and regional and council health teams and ensure project activities are harmonized within Comprehensive Council Health Plans
• providing capacity building and technical/program support to local community-based organizations to ensure that activities within region are technically sound, evidence-based, adhere to GoT, project and USAID/PEPFAR standards, and are responsive to local needs.
• Master's Degree in public health, social work or related degree required, with 5 to 7 years relevant experience supporting or managing donor-funded HIV AIDS programs; OR Bachelor's Degree and 7 to 9 years of relevant experience supporting or managing donor-funded programs in HIV/AIDS.
• Additional post-graduate training in public health desirable
• Demonstrated experience implementing and managing program resources, developing and monitoring work plans; building capacity and managing teams
• Knowledge of health and development programs in Tanzania including familiarity wich che national HIV/AIDS standards and protocols for provision of services at the community level.
• Familiarity with Tanzania public health sector at multiple levels; experience working with GoT stakeholders in familiarity and experience with USAID/PEPFAR-funded programs
• Experience in programs serving KVP, OVE and/or AGYW.
• Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and a sound understanding of the needs of these populations.
• Experience in technical capacity building of Tanzanian non-governmental organizations and community-based organizations, especially those working with KVP.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision
• High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili communication
• Well-developed computer skills:
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Vacancy title: Strategic Information Officer
Main Function/Responsibilities: Supporting the implementation of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities within 8 targeted regions. Will be working with Epic staff, local community-based implementing partners and GoT counterparts to ensure that M&E activities are appropriate and meet USAID and Epic requirements.
Specifically:
• providing support in design and implementation of M&E systems and tools for the project
• synthesizing reports analyzing data and developing or adapting M&E tools conducting routine monitoring visits and data quality assessments
• assisting in the preparation of weekly and monthly reports, and providing supportive supervision
• ensuring that the quality of activities adheres co Epic and PEPFAR standards
• providing technical assistance and capacity building in the design and implementation of M&E components of the accivities in the communities served
• assisting in the development and maintenance of computerized data capture of the program and providing technical assistance and training to staff at the sites responsible for data entry
• building capacity of local partners in project M&E, especially data collection, management and analysis for use in decision-making and course correction
• documenting lessons learned and best practices in M&E, according to USAID and PEPFAR guidelines.
Position Requirements- Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• MPH or MSMA in statistics, pharmacy, microbiology with 3 to 5 years relevant experience in monitoring and evaluation with a sound understanding of HIV/AIDS and FP service delivery at the community level:Or BS/BA in statistics, pharmacy, microbiology with 5 to 7 years of similar relevant experience
• Knowledge of health and development programs in Tanzania including familiarity with the national health information management system (HMIS) and national protocols, guidelines and standards for HIV service provision and M&E
• Knowledge and experience in national-level M&E system implementation
• Experience in programs serving KVP, OVC and AQYW.
• Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and a sound understanding of the needs of KVPs.
• Experience in technical capacity building of non-governmental organizations and community-based organizations, especially those working with KVP Previous experience working with USAID or PEPFAR supported program:
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision.
• High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili communication Well-developed computer skills
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Vacancy Title: Technical Advisor Biomedical Services
Main Function/Responsibilities: Overseeing and coordinating the provision of comprehensive HIV and other services at community level for KVP, AGYW and OVC including community-based HIV testing and counseling, pre-exposure prophylaxis, HIV self-testing, linkage to care, family planning services for gender-based violence victims, and sexually transmitted infection screening. Additionally, overseeing the design and implementation of strategies to address the structural barriers preventing KVP from accessing services and increasing demand for and quality of services. Also monitoring relevant indicators and ensuring that the targets set for EpiCare met by providing technical support and capacity building local community-based implementing partners, Responsible in ensuring all activities reaching KVP are implemented in line with GoT, USAID/PEPFAR and Epic guidelines and standards.
Furthermore, specifically;
• overseeing the design and implementation of comprehensive strategies for strengthening the quality of and increasing uptake of HIV and other services at the community level, working closely with and supervising local implementing partners
• providing regional leadership in developing strategies and interventions to improve the quality and responsiveness of HIV prevention programming and service delivery for KVP including KVP-friendly HIV testing services, PrEP, HIVST, FP, and linkage to care and comprehensive GBV services
• supporting Epic technical staff in the regions
• supporting capacity of local service providers and community-based implerenung partners to effectively reach KVP with HIV prevention services, FP, GBV and linkage to care
• strengthening facility-community linkages liaising with GoT: counterparts, service providers, implementing partners and stakeholders to ensure activities are well-coordinated with other national and regional programs
• ensuring alignment with USAID/PEPFAR, GoT and Epic standards, protocols and guidelines
• developing and/or contributing to technical briefs, reports, guidelines and other materials.
• Medical degree and 5 to 7 years of relevant experience providing biomedical services at the community level, including to KVP; or. Master's degree in public health, social work or other related degree required with 7 to 9 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of health and development programs in Tanzania including familiarity with the national HIV/AIDS standards and protocols for provision of services at the community level for HIVST, PrEP, CBHTC, FP and GBV
• Familiarity with Tanzania public health sector at multiple levels; experience working with GoT stakeholders.
• Familiarity and experience with USAID/PEP FAR-funded programs
• Experience in programs serving KVP and programs addressing gender norms.
• Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and a sound understanding of the needs of KVP.
• Experience in technical capacity building of Tanzanian non-governmental organizations and community-based organizations, especially those working with KVP
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision
• High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili communication Well-developed computer skills
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Vacancy Title: Technical Advisor Community Engagement
Main Function/Responsibilities:
Overseeing and coordinating community-based activities to reach KVP with HIV prevention and other services to reduce their vulnerability to HIVWill be the lead technical experts responsible for all activities within communities to generate demand for services, create safer environments for KVP, and address structural drivers and contextual factors that place vulnerable groups at risk of HIV and gender-based violence (GBV).Also responsible to ensure all activities reaching KVP are implemented in line with GOT USAID/PEPFAR and EpiC guidelines and standards.
Specifically, will be:
• overseeing the design and implementation of comprehensive strategies for reaching KVP and AGYW and generating demand for services, including peer navigation, strategic behavior change communication and other effective strategies for reaching vulnerable groups
• supporting capacity of local community-based implementing partners in identifying and engagement KVP who are most vulnerable to HIV through the application of individual vulnerability tools, peer navigation, and identification of safe spaces
• building capacity of local community based implementing partners to conduct outreach to KVP, strengthen demand generation and service provision for these groups
• liaising with GoT counterparts, service providers, implementing partners and stakeholders to ensure activities are well-coordinated with other national and regional programs
• ensuring KVP and AGYW strategies are in alignment with USAID/PEPFAR, GOT and Epic standards, protocols and guidelines.
Position Requirements. Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• Medical degree with 5 to 7 years of relevant experience working with KVP groups at the community level; or Master's degree in public health, social work or other related degree required, 7 to 9 years of relevant experience working with KVP at the community level.
• Knowledge of health and development programs in Tanzania including familiarity with the national KVP, youth and gender guidelines, standards and protocols
• Familiarity with Tanzania public health sector at multiple levels; experience working with GOT stakeholders
• Familiarity and experience with USAID/PEPFAR-funded programs.
• Experience in programs serving KVP and addressing gender norms.
• Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and a sound understanding of the needs of KVP and other vulnerable groups
• Experience in technical capacity building of Tanzanian non-governmental organizations and community-based organizations, especially those working with vulnerable populations.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision ·
• High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili communication Well-developed computer skills.
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Vacancy Title: 7 Regional Strategic Information Officers
Location: Morogoro, Tabora, Shinyanga, Moshi, Dodoma and Njombe .
Main Function/Responsibilities: Responsible for implementation of monitoring and evaluation (M&E). activities within the assigned region(s). Will be working with Epic staff in the regional office, local community-based implementing partners and GOT counterparts at regional level to ensure that M&E activities are appropriate and meet USAID and Epic requirements.
Specifically
• working with community-based implementing partners and KVP groups (partners), health service providers and GoT counterparts to provide support and guidance on project M&E activities, ensuring alignment with USAID and GoT reporting requirements
• building capacity of local partners in project M&E, especially data collection, management and analysis for use in decision-making and course correction
• conducting routine monitoring visits and data quality assessments
• assisting in the preparation of weekly and monthly reports, and providing supportive supervision
• ensuring that the quality of activities adheres to Epic and PEPFAR standards ( providing technical assistance and capacity building in the design and implementation of M&E components of the activities in the communities served
• assisting in the development and maintenance of computerized data capture of the program and providing technical assistance and training to staff at the sites responsible for data entry
• documenting lessons learned and best practices in M&E, according to USAID and PEPFAR guidelines.
Position Requirements. Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
• MPH or MSIMA in statistics, pharmacy, microbiology with 3 to 5 years relevant experience in monitoring and evaluation with a sound understanding of HIV /AIDS and FP service delivery at the community level; Or BS/BA in statistics, pharmacy, microbiology with 5co7 years of similar relevant experience.
• Knowledge of health and development programs in Tanzania including familiarity with the national health information management system (HMIS) and national protocols, guidelines and standards for HIV service provision and M&E
• Knowledge and experience in national-level M&E System implementation
• Experience in programs serving KVP, OVC and AQYW. Demonstrated cultural sensitivity and a sound understanding of the needs of KYPs-Experience in technical capacity building of non-governmental organizations and community-based organizations, especially those working with KVP.Previous experience working with USAID or PEPFAR supported program.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and deliver high volumes of work with minimal supervision.
• High degree of proficiency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili communication Well-developed computer skills.
How to Apply:
FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. For detailed information, interested candidates may either submit their application Curriculum Vitae (CV)/Resume, Photocopies of Certificates and Names and Addresses of three (3) referees to E mail: tz_recruitment@fhi360.org or visit FHI 360’s Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter to register online, and to submit CV/resume and cover letter.
FHI 360 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Closing Date: November 24th, 2019.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
