Comic Relief Programme Manager

Comic Relief Programme Manager

Save the Children is the world's leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children's lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.

We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.

Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with 15,000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We're changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.

Role Purpose:

The Comic Relief Programme Manager will provide strategic leadership and is accountable for providing management and oversight of the implementation of the Comic Relief programme and to represent and advocate for Save the Children's work and organizational priorities with a wide range of external parties including government representatives, communities, donors, UN and other agencies operating in Songwe and at Dar es Salaam level.

Contract Duration: 1 year

Location: Dar es Salaam with regular visits to Mbozi, Songwe

Qualifications and Experience

Master's degree in Education, Social Science, Policy or equivalent fields.
Minimum five years of relevant area work experience in leading design and implementation of development programmes (a background in education/early childhood development programming is desirable but not essential).
Experience of leading complex, innovative and adaptive programmes within a context of wider sector change.
Demonstrated experience in working effectively with CSOs, beneficiaries and stakeholders.
Experience in building relationships, fostering interagency coordination and experience of representing an organisation to external parties.
Strong demonstrable skills and experience in programme management, monitoring, evaluation, learning and accountability.
Substantial budget holding responsibilities - experience of managing an annual budget of approximately $500,000.
Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Proven leadership skills - previous experience of line managing staff.
High level report writing skills in English.

Please apply in English saving your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role. To see a full a job description, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.net/jobs

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. Employment is subject to our Child protection standards including background checks and adherence to our Child Safeguarding Policy

Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified talent.

Disclaimer:

Save the Children International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process and does not act through recruitment agents

Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Contract - Full-Time
Closing date: Wednesday 29 November 2017

All jobs close at midnight UK time on the date specified

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Comic Relief Programme Manager

Child Safeguarding:
Level 3 - the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people

ROLE PURPOSE:
The Comic Relief Programme Manager will provide strategic leadership and is accountable for providing management and oversight of the implementation of the Comic Relief programme and to represent and advocate for Save the Children’s work and organizational priorities with a wide range of external parties including government representatives, communities, donors, UN and other agencies operating in Songwe and at Dar es Salaam level.

SCOPE OF ROLE:
Save the Children has been operational in Tanzania since 1986 providing support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programmes delivered in support of Government of Tanzania priorities and policies both directly and through local partners. Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, nutrition, HIV/TB and emergency response. In 2012, as part of a global reorganization process, Save the Children combined programmes of SCUK, SCUS, SC Sweden to create a single operation in Tanzania. We currently have an operational presence in Lindi, Shinyanga, Zanzibar, Songwe and Kigoma as well as Dar es Salaam and we also work through partners in other parts of the country. We employ nearly 100 staff and have an annual operating budget of approximately $10 million.
Reports to: Director Programme Implementation
Dimensions: Maintains strong linkages with the Technical Specialists for Education, Child Protection and Health and Nutrition and the Meal Specialist amongst others in the Programme Development and Quality team
Staff directly reporting to this post: Programme Coordinator Mbozi, MEAL Coordinator

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW:
The programme is researching the impact that a series of low cost interventions to support children from conception to the end of Standard 2 will have on their learning outcomes. This includes:
-          The impact of parenting support on children’s development and school readiness at each of four key measurement points: age three and on to entry to pre-primary (in Phase 1) and on to entry to primary school and at the end of Standard 2 (Phase 2).
-          The impact of school and teacher focused interventions on children’s learning at 2 key measurement points: end of pre-primary and end of Standard 2.
-          In addition there will be community based interventions promoting improved nutrition and child health and cognitive development of the child.
-          Systems level interventions that include changing the discourse around caregivers’ roles and creating enabling environments for children’s development and reduction of violence in homes, communities and schools.
-          Engaging Local Government Authorities in programme design and oversight and using research and learning to influence decision making and planning.
The two outcomes from the programme are:
-          Children have improved learning outcomes in literacy and numeracy at end of Standard 2.
-          Government and development partners support effective allocation of resources, and adopt strategies in early childhood and basic education that improve the learning outcomes of all children.
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

1. Programme leadership

-          Providing strategic vision, direction and leadership of the programme.
-          Lead strategic, financial, and operational planning, including the annual work planning process ensuring programme is adaptive to experience, learning and evidence.
-          Building, leading and enabling a high performing team (including capacity building activities, training, peer learning.)
-          Make effective and timely strategic decisions about the design and direction of the programme.
-          Creating effective partnerships for implementation and advocacy / influence.
-          Support advocacy and engagement with development partners and relationships with government at a policy level.

2. Programme management responsibilities

-          Provide management oversight of the implementation of the Comic Relief programme both in Dar es Salaam and Mbozi.
-          Liaise closely with the Education, CP and Health and Nutrition Specialists for technical guidance to the programme.
-          Develop detailed implementation plans, procurement plans and phased financial forecasts in collaboration with the programme staff and partners.
-          Ensure that all planned activities and related expenditures for the Comic Relief programme are on track with recorded DIP in strict compliance with the agreed budget lines and Save the Children’s financial regulations and reviewed on a monthly basis during Award Review Meetings. Adjust plans accordingly.
-          Oversee and ensure the quality of partner identification and support implementation. Ensure a capacity assessment and development plan is in place, regularly reviewed and followed-through.
-          Regularly travel to the Mbozi field site locations to lead the start-up, manage implementation, and in coordination with MEAL staff oversee the monitoring of project activities.
-          Oversee and/or develop technical materials in collaboration with Technical Specialists within country and from member to further project activities, objectives and results.
-          Ensure all programme activities on the ground fulfil the requirements of the approved Save the Children Country strategic plan.
Operational
-          Ensure all staff comply with Save the Children financial and logistics procedures.
-          Ensure functional systems are in place for effective project planning, preparation, start-up and implementation.
-          Prepare monthly projects updates and quarterly / annual reports including all project documentation and ensure timely submission to the Senior Management and donors through the head office.
-          Incorporate child rights programming into all aspects of Save the Children's work in the operational areas where possible and with support from head office colleagues and ensure requirements of Save the Children Child Safeguarding Policy are fully complied with by all staff and partners in the Comic Relief programme.

3.   Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning / Research
-          In collaboration with the MEAL team establish and ensure implementation of a strong MEAL system for the Comic Relief programme (MEAL plans, indicators, performance tracking tables, monitoring tools, benchmarks etc.)
-          Include baseline studies, formative assessments, mid-term evaluations, final evaluations and other research studies as well as learning events as part of annual DIPs.
-          In collaboration with MEAL unit, develop process, output and outcome level Quality Benchmarks and regularly review progress on indicators/achievement of targets (LFA).
-          Discuss monitoring findings during program coordination/review meetings, review MEAL reports to highlight key project strengths and areas of improvement, and use learning from monitoring reports for project planning and implementation.
-          Provide programmatic inputs for the development of the ToRs of evaluations/baseline studies which include background information and scope of work and proposed methodology in conjunction with TS and MEAL input.
-          Review accountability to beneficiaries’ data and reports and provide technical support to implementation team using key learning from accountability system for program development, planning, improvement and implementation.
-          Identify staff MEAL capacity needs and inform MEAL unit and set aside MEAL capacity building budget for programme staff.
4.   Staff management and development
-          Line management responsibilities for the Comic Relief programme staff.
-          Ensure the recruitment, training, and promotion of staff as appropriate and ensure appropriate professional development opportunities are provided.
-          Manage the performance of all supervisees through the effective use of the Performance Management System and ongoing mentoring/coaching.
-          Lead, manage and motivate the relevant staff members, ensuring they have clear work plans and objectives and receive quarterly supervisions and reviews.
-          Ensure all staff receive the relevant training and support required to enable them to undertake their responsibilities effectively in line with internal project management systems
5. Save the Children representation
-          Regularly coordinate and collaborate with other SC sector teams to strengthen programming and impact for children.
-          Engage the donor and Tanzania government officials at all required levels as required to ensure Save the Children is considered a preferred and active partner in Tanzania and in the Songwe Region specifically.
-          Represent SCI in technical coordination meetings with Comic Relief and local and international partners, and any other relevant meeting when required.

SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (our Values in Practice)
COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS
Leading
Leading and Inspiring Others
Demonstrates leadership in all our work, role models our value, articulates a compelling vision to inspire others to achieve our goals for children.
Leading Edge

Creates and engages others in a shared vision and strategy that will deliver more for children.
Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values.
Inspires people to reach the highest standards of performance and a sense of pride in belonging to the organisation.

Thinking
Problem Solving And Decision Making
Takes effective, considered and timely decisions by gathering and evaluating relevant information from within or outside the organisation and making appropriate judgements.
Leading Edge

Identifies and addresses root causes of Long-term problems facing the organisation.
Brings in external perspective to ensure strategic decision making remains relevant and future focused.
Provides a strategic framework to support decision making across the organisation.
Explores and analyses external trends and their potential impact on strategic choices.
Takes calculated risks and has the courage to stand by decisions despite resistance.

Engaging
Networking
Builds and uses sustainable relationships and networks to support the work of Save The Children.
Leading Edge

Role models transparency and openness when engaging with others.
Drives external networks and partnerships in the sector and beyond.
Aligns and builds networks and alliances to reflect global shifts and opportunities.
Gathers intelligence from external networks to influence the medium and longer term impact of our work with children.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Master’s degree in Education, Social Science, Policy or equivalent fields.

Minimum five years of relevant area work experience in leading design and implementation of development programmes (a background in education/early childhood development programming is desirable but not essential).
Experience of leading complex, innovative and adaptive programmes within a context of wider sector change.
Demonstrated experience in working effectively with CSOs, beneficiaries and stakeholders.

Experience in building relationships, fostering interagency coordination and experience of representing an organisation to external parties.
Strong demonstrable skills and experience in programme management, monitoring, evaluation, learning and accountability.
Substantial budget holding responsibilities – experience of managing an annual budget of approximately $500,000.
Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Proven leadership skills – previous experience of line managing staff.
High level report writing skills in English.

Location: Dar es Salaam with regular visits to Mbozi, Songwe, Tanzania
Contract - Full-Time
Closing date: Monday 27 November 2017

All jobs close at midnight UK time on the date specified

Procurement Coordinator




ChildSafeguarding: Level 3 - the responsibilities of the post may require the post holder to have regular contact with or access to children or young people
ROLE PURPOSE: The Procurement Coordinator is responsible for the sourcing and purchasing of goods and services within Tanzania based on needs of Save the Children’s programmes, managing orders and relations for a complex portfolio of programmes.
SCOPE OF ROLE: Reports to: Supply Chain Manager Dimensions: Save the Children has been operational in Tanzania since 1986 providing support to children through developmental and humanitarian relief programmes delivered in support of GoT priorities and policies both directly and through local partners. Current programming focuses on child protection, child rights governance, education, nutrition, HIV/TB and emergency response. In 2012, as part of a global reorganization process, Save the Children combined programmes of SCUK, SCUS and SC Sweden to create a single operation in Tanzania. We currently have an operational presence in Dodoma, Shinyanga, Zanzibar, Songwe and Kibondo and we work through partners in other parts of the country. We employ more than 100 staff and have an annual operating budget of approximately $11 million. Staff directly reporting to this post: Procurement Officer
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY: Support the delivery of SCI TZ sourcing strategy Under direction of Supply Chain Manager undertake market research and analysis, run tenders and set up Pre-Qualified Suppliers and Framework Agreements where appropriate for key supplies in both Dar es Salaam and field offices. Manage suppliers professionally and proactively, providing feedback to improve performance and leading periodic review meetings. Provide procurement advice and support to field offices. Ensure timely and efficient transport of all supplies in coordination with Supply Chain Officer to field offices as and when required. Deliver management information reports summarising key trends in performance of the procurement section against KPIs. Realise world class procurement Manage procurement for the Tanzania programme in line with SCI procurement policies, processes and quality standards through supervision of Procurement Requests, Requests for Quotation, Comparative Bids Analysis, Procurement Committee and Purchase Order processes. Deliver on the Tanzania office supply plan, combining use of ad-hoc procurement, approved suppliers and contracted suppliers to meet the needs of the programmes. Ensure overall best value for money is achieved through a competitive and transparent procurement process considering quality, availability, time frame, transport and storage costs and technically advise the Procurement Committee accordingly. Ensure Procurement Committees in all field offices are established where required and that they fully understand and undertake their responsibilities at all times. Advise on best sources of supply and transport options in coordination with Supply Chain Officer. Ensure all orders are processed in timely manner, inputted on Procurement Tracker, status updates are communicated to programmes, and that all relevant documentation is filed appropriately. Ensure supplier files are routinely updated on performance and that regular reviews of performance are undertaken by the Procurement Committee for evaluation of suppliers for future use. Develop strong relations with field office programmes to support them in improving their ordering practices and review all Procurement Plans together with the Supply Chain Manager. Delegate to the Procurement Officer routine Procurement duties and support and supervise to ensure processes are followed in a timely manner and according to SCI policies. Conduct Performance Review with line report and ensure clear work and personal development objectives are established with timelines and regular feedback and support is provided. Other Support Supply Chain colleagues is various responsibilities: Through the Supply Chain Officer oversee the CO fleet management and performance via the monthly performance/utilisation reports and cross check with the vehicle tracker held by the Supply Chain Manager. Support the Supply Chain Officer on vehicle fuel management with timely fuel distribution each month to programmes and awards based on signed approvals. Oversee vehicle maintenance and repairs both in field offices and in the Dar office. Act as Safety and Security Focal Point in absence of the Supply Chain Manager and liaise with DPI accordingly. Support the Supply Chain Officer in asset and warehouse management as required. While the majority of work will be carried out in the Dar es Salaam office – h/she may be required to make occasional support visits to field offices. S/he may be required to carry out inductions with new staff on aspects of their role and areas of expertise. S/he may be required to represent Save the Children Tanzania on procurement related seminars or workshops. S/he may be required to provide technical support to Implementing Partners. As a member of the Operations/Supply Chain team, she/he will work collaboratively with the team members to ensure good coordination, communication, planning, and customer service to staff and the programme, including providing cover for, and support to others and undertaking any reasonable additional duties as delegated by the line manager. Child Safeguarding All staff have an obligation to ensure they fully understand the provisions of the Child Safeguarding Policy, the Code of Conduct and related policies. They must conduct themselves in accordance with the rules of the Child Safeguarding Policy, in their personal and professional lives – which includes reporting suspicions of child abuse. All staff must ensure the way they are carrying out their work is not putting children at risk (or further risk).
SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS (our Values in Practice) Accountability: Holds self accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling Save the Children values Holds the team and partners accountable to deliver on their responsibilities - giving them the freedom to deliver in the best way they see fit, providing the necessary development to improve performance and applying appropriate consequences when results are not achieved Ambition: Sets ambitious and challenging goals for themselves (and their team), takes responsibility for their own personal development and encourages others to do the same Widely shares their personal vision for Save the Children, engages and motivates others Future orientated, thinks strategically Collaboration: Builds and maintains effective relationships, with their team, colleagues, Members and external partners and supporters Values diversity, sees it as a source of competitive strength Approachable, good listener, easy to talk to Creativity: Develops and encourages new and innovative solutions Willing to take disciplined risks Integrity: Honest, encourages openness and transparency
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Holder of a Degree in Procurement and Supplies or equivalent qualifications with at least 3 years’ experience with SC procurement policies and procedures and conversant with national materials and supply chain management systems. Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching. Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in. Experience in supply chain management in an emergency environment including procurement, transport and distribution, warehouse and stock management. Ability and willingness to dramatically change work practices and hours, and work with incoming surge teams, in the event of emergencies. Excellent IT skills. Fluency in written and spoken English Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children’s aims, values and principles.

Location: Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
Contract - Full-Time
Closing date: Sunday 19 November 2017

All jobs close at midnight UK time on the date specified

Operations Manager

Operations Manager

Save the Children is the world's leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children's lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.

We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

Role Purpose:

The purpose of the role (60%) is to lead the Emergency Response and Preparedness in the Tanzania Country Office by ensuring that high quality, experienced personnel are deployed at speed and scale when and where emergency strikes and the CO is prepared to initiate response to any new disasters. The post holder will manage the Save the Children (Kigoma area) emergency response and analyse opportunities for growth in collaboration with the Director Program Implementation, and Country Director. In addition, with estimated 40% effort the Operations Manager will provide management and oversight of the implementation of all the awards in Dar es Salaam (DeS). She/he will be based out of DeS to represent and advocate for Save the Children's work, and organizational priorities with a wide range of external parties including government representatives, communities, donors, UN and other humanitarian agencies operating in the area. She/he will provide leadership and guidance to the programme team comprising of different sectors, currently: Child Protection, Child Rights Governance, Health/Adolescents and Education.

Contract Duration: 1 Year

Location: Dar es Salaam /Kibondo

Qualifications

Extensive experience of working within a senior management role within a complex country programme in an emergency response or fragile state.
Previous experience of managing programme teams in large-scale first phase emergency response is essential.

Experience in sectors of CP, CRG, Education and Health/youth programming will be considered as strong assets as well as practical knowledge of child participation methodologies.
Strong technical grasp of Project Management (diploma, accreditation) will be considered an asset.
Five years of relevant area work experience or equivalent.

Experience in building relationships, fostering interagency coordination and experience of representing an organisation to external parties.
Education: MA / MSc level in development studies, humanitarian leadership, social sciences (or equivalent field experience).

Experience of managing multi-donor, multi-site programmes (including ECHO, DFID, BPRM, FFO and OFDA) of USD 2m+ in a first and second phase response at regional or country level.
Experience of media representation and advocacy.
Experience of M&E and beneficiary accountability systems in large complex programmes.
Proven ability to influence change at an operational level.
Politically and culturally sensitive with qualities of patience, tact and diplomacy.
A high level of written and spoken English.
A commitment to the mission, vision and values of Save the Children.

Please apply in English saving your CV and covering letter as a single document.

Save the Children is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified talent.

Disclaimer: Save the Children International does not charge any kind of fee at whichever stage of the recruitment process and does not act through recruitment agents

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