VACANCIES/ NAFASI ZA KAZI 12/04/2010

National Coordinator
Category: Senior Management Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Employment Type: Full-Time
Summary: TEN/MET currently has an opening for a position of National Coordinator based in Dar es Salaam. Tanzania Education Network/Mtandao wa Elimu Tanzania (TEN/MET) is an umbrella national education NETWORK.

With an aim of linking Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) such as Community Based Organisations (CBOs), Faith Based Organisations (FBO) and Non Governmental Organisations (NGOs) to support local community initiatives to advocate for quality basic education for all in Tanzania.

Its mission is to influence education policies and practices that promote accountability and ensure meaningful learning is enhanced to all people without discrimination.

TEN/MET is a membership network with more than 200 national NGOs and CBOs, international NGOs, and district networks that are concerned with the promotion of quality and equitable education in Tanzania.
Description: Core Purpose of the Position:

The successful candidate will be the Chief Executive Officer responsible to the Board for overall design, planning, coordination, organization and management of TENMET’s day-to-day operations in accordance with the policies established by the Board.

The Role

As National Coordinator, the candidate will lead, coordinate and manage TENMET’s Secretariat and education network members.

Therefore, the candidate must have a proven track record in leading and managing development organisations and development programs and have experience of either being part of social movements or being an active member of the civil society.

The candidate must have a proven record of accomplishment in leading and managing development organisations and development programs and have experience of either being part of social movements or being an active member of the civil society.

S/He will adopt empowering management practices, coordination and alliance building skills to expand and deepen partnerships, programmes and accountability in Tanzania. Actively committed to gender equity, the Network Coordinator will be value driven and a team player as well as strong financial management skills.

S/He will have the perspectives, competencies, and policy advocacy work; fundraising and donor relations; regional and international linkages and a sound basis of organizational development.

This is a senior position based in Dar-es- Salaam with frequent travel to the field and internationally. The candidate will be delegated to represent TENMET to the private, Government and NGO sectors on education and related issues and must have excellent communication skills in the English and Kiswahili languages.

Requirements: The Person

We are looking for a person with extensive coordination and networking competencies, which form the main premise on which TENMET was founded as a network of members; programme development and management skills able to manage large multi-donor funding and leading change processes through lobbying, advocacy and campaigning.

You will have proven experience of influencing policy, consulting with key stakeholders at all levels with tact and diplomacy. Knowledge and experience of promoting gender equity is required.

This is an opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to TENMET values and beliefs.

If you believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please submit your application and CV in English detailing your experience for the post and include daytime telephone contacts to the address below.

Education

* A postgraduate degree in social sciences or equivalent experience, preferably with a specific training in education and some teaching experience.
* A minimum of ten years progressively responsible experience in the field of program management with local or international NGO is required.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications is required
* Good knowledge and command of written and spoken English and Kiswahili.

Note: This is a challenging and professionally rewarding opportunity for a competent and committed candidate in education policy coalition/network building related issues. A competitive remuneration package will be offered to a successful candidate.

Mode of Application

Applications together with:

* A current resume indicating present position/status and where applicable, responsibilities; past and current
* Day-time telephone number
* Letters from two referees (at least one from your last employer) should be delivered