Job Vacancy at CARE Tanzania: Project Officer-VSLA and Community Mobilization

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CARE Tanzania seeks to recruit dynamic qualified Tanzanians for the position of project officer - VSLA and community mobilization for a new project to be implemented in Mkinga district and all positions to be based in Tanga.


Position: PROJECT OFFICER-VSLA AND COMMUNITY MOBILIZATION


The Project Officer-VSLA and Community Mobilization will provide technical and operational leadership to support VSLA and similar saving groups who are the main producer of cashew increase financial resilience and that invest into profitable and environmentally sustainable enterprises. S/he will be responsible to train VSLA or similar groups on Inclusive financial and business models that promote sustainable economic development and incomes particularly women. Facilitate awareness creation and registration of key service providers, including agro-dealers, financial service providers, input suppliers and outlet markets, and registering on Chomoka. S/he will provide support to VSLA groups in developing business plans and creating linkages with key service providers, with a focus on financial service providers. Introduce Collective Investment to VSLA groups and support its roll out for group input purchase and investment in small scale pre-processing equipment. The position will report directly to the Project Team Leader.**

The ideal candidate will have a BSc or B.A. in Community Development or business administration, agribusiness, agriculture extension or relevant field from an accredited university. Proven experience in VSLA or other Savings Groups methodology is mandatory. s/he has proven experience in collective investment innovation /Model and working with Digital Applications is an added advantage. Has a minimum of 3 years’ field experience in related saving and credit groups and or sustainable investment or related activities.

SUCCESS FACTORS FOR ALL POSITIONS

· Must be innovative and resourceful in creating an awareness of new initiatives which respond to the needs and practices of project beneficiaries.

· Demonstrated ability to communicate, take direction, assume leadership, and make rational decisions while working remotely from country leadership.

· Knowledge of livelihood and/or food security programming

· Ability to train and facilitate dialogue among a diverse group of individuals with various skill sets and work styles.

· An ability to work successfully in remote and challenging settings with limited resources.

COMPETENCIES FOR THE POSITIONS

Planning and Organizing; Initiating Action; Communicating with Impact; Strengthening Partnership; Stress Management; Adaptability; Contribute to Team Success; Facilitating Change; Adaptability, Stress Tolerance, Strong partnership engagement and capacity building skills.

How to apply

Only a letter of application and updated CV including names of at least 3 reputable referees from previous jobs (preferable line Managers) with reliable contacts should be sent by email to Human Resources Department TZAHumanResourcesDepartment@care.org by CoB 19th August 2021 at 17:00 hours.

CARE is an equal opportunity employer promoting gender, equity and diversity. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children and vulnerable people from abuse

The deadline for submitting the application is 19 August 2021.


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