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Various Jobs in Tanzania at AAR Healthcare ( 9 Posts)


EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

AAR Healthcare (Tanzania) Limited is a subsidiary of AAR Holdings which is the largest and most successful private Healthcare company in East Africa. In Tanzania its Head Office is in Dar es Salaam and branches are in Arusha and Mwanza.

In line with our corporate objective of constantly reviewing and enhancing our key performance areas we wish to engage the suitable individuals to fill the positions as follows:

1. JOB TITLE: HEALTH CENTER MANAGER
Purpose
To deliver appropriate, consistently high quality, cost effective preventive and curative clinical services to all AAR members and walk in clients and ensure profitability in the Clinic.

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Clinical Operations Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Strategically direct the health centre operations in line with corporate and clinical operation's strategies and guidelines.
• Assisting the Clinical Operations Manager in preparing annual Health Centre Budget
• Supervision of the Health Centre and ensure adequate staffing of the unit at all times
• Attending to patients and monitoring daily activities of their entire Health centre
• Ensure that staff performance is evaluated as per schedules and feedback for non-performance is communicated and an action planning to rectify the same is done
• Ensure compliance with treatment protocols and drug formulae and other SOPs
• Develop and lead staff capabilities for delivering on the mandate and target of the Clinic given
• Ensure resources are effectively and efficiently utilized to deliver desired results
• Ensure development' and implementation of annual operating plans and budgets for the health centre
• Total managing health centre include performance, appraisal, disciplinary issues and managing budgets and other expenses and revenue.

Qualifications and Experience
The successful candidate MUST possess the following minimum qualifications:
• University Degree, qualified (MD), plus 2 years experiences of managing a Health Centre or Clinic.
• Minimum 1 year in a Middle Management in Health services.
• Proven skills in planning, budgeting, monitoring and reporting,
Human resource development and management and high level proficiency in computer use is mandatory
• Strong leadership and people management skills,
• Registered Doctor with Valid practicing license and active member with the Medical Council of Tanganyika.
• Strong in analytical approach to trouble shooting and problem solving,
• Master's degree in public health administration or related is an added advantage
• Good communication skills - English - written and oral.

ALL Applicants are requested to enclose application letter and a detailed CV together with copies of relevant academic certificates, other credential which support your applications and send to the:

Human Resources and Employees Relations Manager
AAR Healthcare (Tanzania) Ltd
Tropical Building, Ali Hassan Mwinyi Road/Uporoto Street
P.O. Box 9600
Dar es Salaam

Deadline for submitting applications Close of Business Friday 27th March 2015

Source: The Guardian 16th March 2015
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Healthcare
As human as you

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

AAR Healthcare (Tanzania) Limited is a subsidiary of AAR Holdings which is the largest and most successful private Healthcare company in East Africa. In Tanzania its Head Office is in Dar es Salaam and branches are in Arusha and Mwanza.

In line with our corporate objective of constantly reviewing and enhancing our key performance areas we wish to engage the suitable individuals to fill the positions as follows:

JOB TITLE: PHARMACEUTICAL PERSONNEL I
Purpose
• To ensure that prescriptions are accurately and promptly dispensed in a customer friendly environment.
• The Successful candidate will be reporting to the Health Centre Manager.
• The successful candidate will be reporting to the Health Centre Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Accurately and efficiently preparing prescription orders
• Verifying prescription information and dosage
• Ensure that both stocked items and non-stocked items are dispensed appropriately
• Entering patient and order information into the pharmacy system
• Keep records of patient prescriptions and stock management documents
• Providing quality customer service to patients and other healthcare providers
• Repackaging of bulky medications
• Compounding of medication should the need arise
• Maintains pharmacy inventory by checking pharmaceutical stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed medications and supplies; placing and expediting orders; verifying receipt and storage of stock-removing expired drugs.
• Prepares any pharmacy related reports by collecting and summarizing information
• Provide doctors/nursing staff with prescribing advice on the choice of medicine, dosage form, and dose, method of administration, side effects and drug interactions

Qualifications and Experience
• Degree or Diploma in Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Minimum 2 years hands on experience in pharmaceutical service delivery
• Proven skills in planning, budgeting, monitoring and reporting, human resource development and management and high level proficiency in computer use,
• Team player and, strong in analytical approach to trouble shooting and problem solving, good communication skills -in English and Swahili - written and oral.

Licenses and Certification
• Must be registered with Tanzania Pharmacy Council with a valid practice License and in good standing with the pharmacy council

ALL Applicants are requested to enclose application letter and a detailed CV together with copies of relevant academic certificates, other credential which support your applications and send to the:

Human Resources and Employees Relations Manager
AAR Healthcare (Tanzania) Ltd
Tropical Building, Ali Hassan Mwinyi Road/Uporoto Street
P.O. Box 9600
Dar es Salaam

Deadline for submitting applications Close of Business Friday 27th March 2015

Source: The Guardian 16th March 2015
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Healthcare
As human as you

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

AAR Healthcare (Tanzania) Limited is a subsidiary of AAR Holdings which is the largest and most successful private Healthcare company in East Africa. In Tanzania its Head Office is in Dar es Salaam and branches are in Arusha and Mwanza.

In line with our corporate objective of constantly reviewing and enhancing our key performance areas we wish to engage the suitable individuals to fill the positions as follows:

Laboratory Technician
Purpose
To ensure the Laboratory services are delivered to the highest standards of quality in a cost effective and customer friendly manner,

The Successful candidate will be reporting to the Health Centre Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Promoting and maintaining a clean and safe environment at all times
• Ensuring that customers are satisfied and the working environment is customer friendly
• Timely collection of all laboratory specimens.
• Ensuring that safety precautions are adhered to at all times
• Accurate and prompt labeling and handling of specimen and Care of equipments
• Ensuring that working tools and specimen containers are available at all times
• Knowledge and practice of current standard procedures (SOPs) and company polices and products Maintaining effective infection control measure.
• Carbonization, sterilization and autoclaving of laboratory equipment.
• Follow all Laboratory safety rules

Qualifications and Experience
• Degree in Laboratory Sciences- degree
• Minimum 2 years in a Middle Management in health services.
• Hands on experience in Laboratory Sciences
• Proven skills in planning, budgeting, monitoring and reporting, human resource development and management and high level proficiency in computer use.
• Strong leadership skills, Team player and people management skills, strong analytical approach to problem solving.
• Good communication skills - English - written and oral.

ALL Applicants are requested to enclose application letter and a detailed CV together with copies of relevant academic certificates, other credential which support your applications and send to the:

Human Resources and Employees Relations Manager
AAR Healthcare (Tanzania) Ltd
Tropical Building, Ali Hassan Mwinyi Road/Uporoto Street
P.O. Box 9600
Dar es Salaam

Deadline for submitting applications Close of Business Friday 27th March 2015

Source: The Guardian 16th March 2015
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Healthcare
As human as you

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

AAR Healthcare (Tanzania) Limited is a subsidiary of AAR Holdings which is the largest and most successful private Healthcare company in East Africa. In Tanzania its Head Office is in Dar es Salaam and branches are in Arusha and Mwanza.

In line with our corporate objective of constantly reviewing and enhancing our key performance areas we wish to engage the suitable individuals to fill the positions as follows:

JOB TITLE: CREDIT OFFICER
Purpose
To give financial and business support to Health Care operations and
Management team and ensure well presented (accurate, valid, true & fair) monthly or periodical financial reports / information

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Financial Controller.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Daily debtor's reconciliations for all clinics comparing income receivable against cash actually received.
• Proper management of cash collected.
• Perform all clinic collections and ensure all cash is subsequently banked.
• Proper Management of clinic petty cash in:
• Payment recovery by the clinics for all services rendered on credit. This included direct billings, services on SBP, Group care, staff and sales reps as well as any other recoverable amount.
• Data entry into system and ensure consistency
• Manage mapping of debtors
• Stock taking on monthly basis. Reconcile drug expenses Vs purchases and actual stocks as per stock counts etc.
• Bank and account analysis on daily basis for cash collected.
• Imprest and Petty cash management
• Issuing debtors report
• Any other duties as may be allocated by your supervisors.
• Assist pensions information for staff
• Following up debts (door to door visit)
• Assist in month closure & reporting
• Prepare rejections report per month.
• Prepare the daily & weekly programmes on collections

Qualifications and Experience
• Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration.
• Minimum 1 year as an accountant
• Excellent computer skills.
• Team player and people, strong analytical approach to problem solving, good communication skills.

ALL Applicants are requested to enclose application letter and a detailed CV together with copies of relevant academic certificates, other credential which support your applications and send to the:

Human Resources and Employees Relations Manager
AAR Healthcare (Tanzania) Ltd
Tropical Building, Ali Hassan Mwinyi Road/Uporoto Street
P.O. Box 9600
Dar es Salaam

Deadline for submitting applications Close of Business Friday 27th March 2015

Source: The Guardian 16th March 2015
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Healthcare
As human as you

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

AAR Healthcare (Tanzania) Limited is a subsidiary of AAR Holdings which is the largest and most successful private Healthcare company in East Africa. In Tanzania its Head Office is in Dar es Salaam and branches are in Arusha and Mwanza.

In line with our corporate objective of constantly reviewing and enhancing our key performance areas we wish to engage the suitable individuals to fill the positions as follows:

JOB TITLE: SONOGRAPHER

Purpose
To perform a variety of radiological procedures ensuring optimal image quality.

The successful candidate will be reporting to the Health Centre
Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Performing radiographic procedures on patients as requested always ensuring high image quality.
• Recording imaging identification, patient documentation quickly and accurately and observing protocols to ensure patient confidentiality.
• Ensuring proper use of the radiology equipment.
• Ensuring that equipment is regularly checked for malfunctions and any faults are reported.
• Booking patients for appointments if special examination by the
• Radiologist is required.\Observing health and safety at work, including ionising radiation
regulations, to protect yourself and others as per the Radiation
Protection Board of Tanzania

Qualifications and Experience
• Diploma in Radiography / Diploma in Medical Imaging Sciences
form a recognized institution.
• Current/Valid License and certification from the Radiation Protection Board of Tanzania.
• ICT competency

ALL Applicants are requested to enclose application letter and a detailed CV together with copies of relevant academic certificates, other credential which support your applications and send to the:

Human Resources and Employees Relations Manager
AAR Healthcare (Tanzania) Ltd
Tropical Building, Ali Hassan Mwinyi Road/Uporoto Street
P.O. Box 9600
Dar es Salaam

Deadline for submitting applications Close of Business Friday 27th March 2015

Source: The Guardian 16th March 2015
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SENIOR HEALTH OFFICER (REPRODUCTIVE, CHILD AND ADOLESCENT HEALTH)



The East African Community (EAC) is the regional intergovernmental organization of the Republic of Kenya, the Republic of Uganda, the United Republic of Tanzania, the Republic of Rwanda and the Republic of Burundi with its headquarters in Arusha, Tanzania.

The EAC mission is to widen and deepen economic, political, social and cultural integration to improve the quality of life of the people of East Africa through increased competitiveness, value added production, trade and investments.

This is an exciting opportunity for highly motivated and result-driven professionals who are citizens of East African Community Partner States (Burundi, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda) to apply for the following position:

SENIOR HEALTH OFFICER (REPRODUCTIVE, CHILD AND ADOLESCENT
HEALTH) REF: EAC/HR/2014-2015/012

Role Summary

To coordinate harmonization of EAC Partner States’ national policies, legislation, strategies and guidelines on sexual, reproductive health, child and adolescent health and rights, including immunization and nutrition and also facilitate the development and implementation of regional strategic plans, projects, programmes, initiatives and joint interventions within the Partner States.

Professional Staff Category: (P2 Equivalent)

Reports to: EAC Principal Health Officer (PHO)

Funding: United Nation’s Population Fund (UNFPA

Station: EAC Secretariat, Arusha, Tanzania

Duties and responsibilities:

• Promote universal access to sexual, reproductive, child and adolescent health and rights services in East Africa;

• Coordinate development of guidelines and programmes that enhance child health rights and child protection, including children with disabilities and social inclusion;

• Establish sub-regional benchmark information on sexual, reproductive, maternal, new born, child and adolescent health and rights, immunization, nutrition and reproductive health commodity Security in East Africa Community Partner States;

• Strategic programme support for EAC regional sexual, Reproductive, maternal, new born, and adolescent health and rights as well as immunization and nutrition, including integration of Population, Health and Environment (PHE) Projects and Programmes;

• Undertake any other related task that assigned by the EAC Secretariat from time to time.

Key Qualifications and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Obstetrics, Gynaecology or Paediatrics and Child Health or equivalent qualification from a recognised university.

• Post-graduate qualifications in Public Health, Gender, Demography or Population Studies with an emphasis on programme development and management, health management or training on health communication from a recognized University.

• At least 8 years of relevant working experience in the field of reproductive, maternal, new born, child and adolescent health, youth development and population issues, with extensive experience in programming, policy analysis and development;

Competencies and Skills:

• Excellent report writing and proposal development skills;
• Fluency in English is required and working knowledge of Kiswahili
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

• Demonstrated team player with strong inter-personal, leadership, analytical and communication skills.

Duration of Contract: Two (2) years.

Terms and Conditions of Service

All positions are subject to the application of the Quota System while the Drivers positions under the General Support Staff category are subject to recruitment under local terms and from the host country only.

Fringe Benefits

All posts offer attractive fringe benefits including housing allowance, transport allowance, education allowance, a medical scheme, and insurance cover. These benefits are only for established positions.

Education Qualifications

All candidates applying must have qualifications that are recognised by the relevant national accreditation body in their respective countries. This condition is applicable for locally and internationally attained qualifications.

All professions that require registration with the specific professional bodies will be expected to do so in compliance with the requirements of their countries. Examples include: Accountants, Auditors, Engineers, Procurement Specialists, and Medical Personnel.

Relevant Working Experience

Relevant working experience in this regard refers to post highest required education work experience. Internship, training, apprenticeship and clerkship will not be considered as relevant work experience. The same will apply for any experience attained before professional certification where relevant.

Equal Opportunity

The EAC is an equal opportunity employer; therefore, female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. EAC will only respond to those candidates who strictly meet the set requirements.
How to Apply

If you believe you are the right candidate for the above positions, send your application, detailed curriculum vitae, photocopies of academic certificates, and names and contact details of three referees.

Please quote the respective reference number on both on the application letter and envelope. For electronic submission, please quote the respective reference number on the subject of the email and send to the address given below.

Applications should be submitted to the address below no later than Monday, 10th November 2014.

Please note:

1. You may submit your application either electronically or in hard copy but not both.

2. Applications which do not: indicate nationality and age; the reference number; or have an application letter attached; have certified copies of academic certificates; or fail to provide three referees will be disqualified.

The Director,

Executive Selection Division

Deloitte Consulting Limited 10th Floor PPF Tower

Cnr of Ohio Street & Garden Avenue:

P O Box 1559 Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania Fax +255(22) 2116379

E-mail: esd@deloitte.co.tz www.deloitte.com

Project Assistant / BCC/Nutritionist, Babati, Tanzania



Organization Overview
The International Economic Growth Division manages projects that are pioneering new approaches to agriculture, food security, climate change, and competitiveness—as well as monitoring and evaluating projects within these sectors. We work throughout Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East for chiefly governmental clients, including the US Agency for International Development (USAID), the Millennium Challenge Corporation, the Inter-American Development Bank, the Asian Development Bank, the World Bank and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
Background
The Tuboreshe Chakula project is a USAID funded project, whose purpose is to transform a critical segment of Tanzania's agro-processing industry – maize, rice, edible oil and horticulture processing – and dramatically increase the supply of and demand for nutritious and fortified foods, especially among vulnerable populations in the food insecure regions of Morogoro, Dodoma and Manyara.
The Project will achieve this goal by building the capacity of agro-processors to improve the quality, safety, presentation, sale and distribution of new and existing food products; to maximize its impact and reach vulnerable groups, particularly the target audience of pregnant or lactating women, children between 6 months and 59 months of age, and people living with HIV/AIDS (PLHA) in the project's districts of operation.
Tuboreshe Chakula is seeking a Behaviorial Change Communication/Nutrition Specialists to be based in Babati. The BCC/Nutrition Specialist will apply their technical expertise in nutrition and BCC strategies to change the behaviors of community members in their districts with special focus to mothers and care givers of children under five years towards consumption of fortified foods (maize flour and sunflower oil) and feeding children with foods containing micronutrient powder (MNP).
Duties
Create awareness to community members on the consequences of malnutrition and ways to alleviate nutritional deficiencies as indicated in the National Nutrition Strategy.
Provide trainings to communities on the magnitude of micronutrient deficiencies in their areas, effects and major interventions undertaken by the government.
Guide behavior changes of communities towards preference and consumption of fortified foods and health benefits accrued from consuming such foods
Create community demand on consuming fortified foods and MNP
Conduct regular supportive supervisions on to reproductive and child health (RCH) nurses at health facilities while informing mothers and care givers about using MNP to improve the nutritional quality of complementary foods and consumption of fortified foods
Conduct mini campaigns at community level using educational materials and PA systems to create awareness on roles of various nutrients added in fortified foods.
Ensure availability of MNP at wholesalers and retailers for easy accessibility by communities (in the absence of social marketing specialists).
Provide nutrition education to blended flour processors and right formulations for different population groups
Provide nutrition education to maize flour and oil processors and share with them the BCC strategies
Prepare weekly, monthly and quarterly reports
Participate in collaborative activities with other component staffs
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
BA in related field plus at least one year experience
Knowledge of fortification and the nutritional benefits
Experience with Behavior Change Communications
Strong Communication skills
Easily works in a team environment as well as individually
Ability to work under pressure
Fluent in written and spoken Swahili and English
Must be able to legally work in Tanzania without sponsorship
Minimum Qualifications
3+ years of experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits.
APPLY

Project Assistant / BCC/Nutritionist, Morogoro, Tanzania



Organization Overview
The International Economic Growth Division manages projects that are pioneering new approaches to agriculture, food security, climate change, and competitiveness—as well as monitoring and evaluating projects within these sectors. We work throughout Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East for chiefly governmental clients, including the US Agency for International Development (USAID), the Millennium Challenge Corporation, the Inter-American Development Bank, the Asian Development Bank, the World Bank and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
Background
The Tuboreshe Chakula project is a USAID funded project, whose purpose is to transform a critical segment of Tanzania's agro-processing industry – maize, rice, edible oil and horticulture processing – and dramatically increase the supply of and demand for nutritious and fortified foods, especially among vulnerable populations in the food insecure regions of Morogoro, Dodoma and Manyara.
The Project will achieve this goal by building the capacity of agro-processors to improve the quality, safety, presentation, sale and distribution of new and existing food products; to maximize its impact and reach vulnerable groups, particularly the target audience of pregnant or lactating women, children between 6 months and 59 months of age, and people living with HIV/AIDS (PLHA) in the project's districts of operation.
Tuboreshe Chakula is seeking a Behaviorial Change Communication/Nutrition Specialists to be based in Morogoro. The BCC/Nutrition Specialist will apply their technical expertise in nutrition and BCC strategies to change the behaviors of community members in their districts with special focus to mothers and care givers of children under five years towards consumption of fortified foods (maize flour and sunflower oil) and feeding children with foods containing micronutrient powder (MNP).
Duties
Create awareness to community members on the consequences of malnutrition and ways to alleviate nutritional deficiencies as indicated in the National Nutrition Strategy.
Provide trainings to communities on the magnitude of micronutrient deficiencies in their areas, effects and major interventions undertaken by the government.
Guide behavior changes of communities towards preference and consumption of fortified foods and health benefits accrued from consuming such foods
Create community demand on consuming fortified foods and MNP
Conduct regular supportive supervisions on to reproductive and child health (RCH) nurses at health facilities while informing mothers and care givers about using MNP to improve the nutritional quality of complementary foods and consumption of fortified foods
Conduct mini campaigns at community level using educational materials and PA systems to create awareness on roles of various nutrients added in fortified foods.
Ensure availability of MNP at wholesalers and retailers for easy accessibility by communities (in the absence of social marketing specialists).
Provide nutrition education to blended flour processors and right formulations for different population groups
Provide nutrition education to maize flour and oil processors and share with them the BCC strategies
Prepare weekly, monthly and quarterly reports
Participate in collaborative activities with other component staffs
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
BA in related field plus at least one year experience
Knowledge of fortification and the nutritional benefits
Experience with Behavior Change Communications
Strong Communication skills
Easily works in a team environment as well as individually
Ability to work under pressure
Fluent in written and spoken Swahili and English
Must be able to legally work in Tanzania without sponsorship
Minimum Qualifications
3+ years of experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Abt Associates is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse workforce. Abt Associates provides market-competitive salaries and comprehensive employee benefits.
APPLY

Project Manager, Maternal Health



We are seeking a Project Manager to manage and drive the implementation of a multi-year, multi-million dollar Maternal Health program. He/she will play a key role in Touch’s operations and in reducing maternal and newborn mortality in the Lake Zone of Tanzania. The Project Manager will be responsible for managing all aspects of the Maternal Health program and coordinating Touch’s partners involved in the on-the-ground activities. The Project Manager will also be the focal point for our major donors and will work with Touch senior leadership to cultivate relationships and develop partnership opportunities.
He/she will work under the overall direction of our Country Director, a former McKinsey Senior Engagement Manager, located in Tanzania. Responsibilities of the role may be adapted based upon the experience of the successful candidate.


Responsibilities and Tasks
Manage the implementation of the Maternal Health program, working largely independently as well as in collaboration with Touch leadership, program partners, and program funders
Manage grants and supervise on-the-ground activities (e.g. training, construction) of implementing partners, including sub-contractors, vendors and other local and international partners, ensuring that they deliver on agreed upon objectives within time frame and budget
Own and manage relationships with donors and funders
Manage and monitor program budget
Manage the program Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) system, including data mining and corroboration from multiple sources
Conduct data analyses and prepare reports on program implementation progress and impact for management, funders or other stakeholders
Ensure compliance with USAID and other funder requirements, Government of Tanzania relevant regulations, and Touch internal organizational policies and procedures
Maintain holistic and detailed understanding of program work as well as opportunities for expansion, collaborating with Touch team to integrate program activities and findings within Touch’s overall strategy
Communicate regularly and effectively internally and with program funders and partners


As job descriptions cannot be exhaustive, the Project Manager may be required to undertake other duties that are broadly in line with the above key duties.

Desired Skills and Experience
Knowledge, Education, Skills and Experience
Minimum 2 years relevant professional experience in program management, development or fundraising
Masters or Doctorate degree in relevant field (e.g. MPH, MBA, MPA, MD, international development) or equivalent demonstrated professional experience
Prior management experience in a consulting environment within the developing world preferred
Experience working with donor regulations, in particular with USAID funded programs
Experience in grant-writing and donor research
Strong analytical, organizational and problem solving skills with excellent attention to detail
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Solid relationship-building skills and cross-cultural sensitivity: ability to interface with external constituents from a variety of backgrounds
Good judgment and discretion to represent the Touch Foundation in a highly professional manner, as well as respect for local “culture.”
High proficiency in the use of Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft word


Touch Foundation, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V).
to apply
Qualified applicants shall submit their CV and cover letter to Touch_Foundation_Jobs@mckinsey.com, stating the position being applied for in the subject line. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Community Mobilization and Sensitization Officers, CMSO, (100 Positions)



Employer: Disease Outbreak Control Organization (DOCTOR)

Program: Africa Ebola Prevention and Control Campaign (AePCC)-Tanzania

Country: Tanzania

Job Title: Community Mobilization and Sensitization Officers, CMSO, (100 Positions) Job Type: Trainee Job

Reports to: Country Campaign Manager

Project Area: Shall be implemented in Tanzania

Duration: 2 years

Salary: Tsh 950,000/=(Gross Salary), Health Insurance, Health Emergence and Risk Allowance, Accommodation and communication.

Program Summary: Disease Outbreak Control Organization is an international organization with its headquarter in Australia and Rwanda-Africa. DOCTOR organization was founded and managed by doctors association from Australia, USA, England, Germany and Canada. DOCTOR Organization in collaboration with USA Centre for Disease Control for Africa (CDC – Africa) is implementing a joint health awareness program aiming to prevent, control and combat the ebola pandemic in african countries which are not yet affected by ebola viruses. The program is strategically designed to create awareness and good understanding about causes, symptoms, infection and virus transmission of ebola viruses. AePCC Proram will provide access to health communication and information about ebola to the population, training the community leaders, members and students on methods to prevent ebola infection and possible outbreak.

Position Overview: Community Health Mobilization and Sensitization Officers will be involved with community outreach, awareness creation and training sessions in order to maximize our impact on preventing and controlling the ebola virus pandemic hence preventing and or reducing death toll which might result from ebola virus pandemic in Africa. These included group discussion meetings, training workshops, using community members as co- trainers in the health workshops, public meeting with the stakeholders, church congregations and women organizations; setting up steering committee; using community members as data collectors; certification; integrated organizational approach; community action cycle, involvement of local health workers and marginalized groups; and involving the community in the evaluation process.

Qualification

• Age Limit: 20-50 years old

• Shortlisted Applicants must be ready to travel to Rwanda for Interview,

• Applicants must be Tanzanians, who are fluent in Swahili and English. Knowledge on vernacular language shall be an added advantage.

• Level of Education: Sociology, Public Relation and Marketing, Education, Community Development, Rural and Urban Planning, Mass communication and journalism, Health Administration, Pharmacy.

• Other additional trainings attended: Project management training. Public health management training and previous experience in outbreak responses shall be considered.

• Excellent organizational skills, high level of maturity, responsibility and accountability. Willingness to work in remote rural areas. Stress management, Leadership and staff management skills and well as Cross cultural sensitivity.

• Commitment to working with marginalized people, including in isolated, remote areas as well as good communication skills.

• Knowledge of the Tanzania’s country government system.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including patience, diplomacy, willingness to listen and respect for diversity.

• Capability to create strong partnerships among all program stakeholders.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, stressful environment. Flexible personality and willingness to work irregular hours.

• Strong presentation and computer skills in MS Word, Publication, Excel and SPSS

Duties

 To manage the overall operations of Ebola Awareness Centers country wide

 To train local community members on skills and knowledge of identifying symptoms and infections of ebola viruses

 Develop and implement culturally appropriate methods for hygiene promotion amongst the community members

 To design, organize and manage local advertisements, posters and redio campaign on the ebola pandemic awareness

 To facilitate the supply of medicines and health equipment to local community members, schools and other learning institutions.


 Liaise with District authorities to ensure adherence to aims of the community based health awareness initiatives towards ebola prevention and control.

 Provide support to school children to enable them to use community drama as a tool of awareness creation on ebola viruses.
 Compiling situation reports, tracking reports and final donor reports as necessary.

 Training in education for health and community mobilization for Hygiene staff.

 Training for hygiene personnel in environmental control and disinfection procedure.

Application

Send your CV, Certificates, and Application Letter VIA careers@doctor.com

OR CDC-Africa@usa.com before 30th September, 2014

Your Application Letter should be addressed to

Human Resource Manager

DOCTOR- Africa Headquarter

PO Box 3851 Kicukiro | Kigali, Rwanda 250 infor@doctor.com | hr-manager@doctor.com


NOTE: Send One Application ONLY

HEALTH INFORMATION SYSTEMS ADVISOR



Abt Associates seeks candidates for an upcoming USAID-funded health systems strengthening (HSS) project in Tanzania. Brief descriptions and qualification requirements are listed below. In addition to the position-specific requirements of each individual opening, understanding of USAID administrative procedures and requirements is highly desirable, and applicants should have a willingness and ability to travel and/or potentially be based outside of Dar es Salaam.

To be considered for any of the positions listed below, an applicant must submit his/her CV and an application letter/email message to:

Abt_TanzaniaJobs@abtassoc.com

In the subject line of the email, write the specific title of the position for which you are applying. If you wish to apply for more than one position, please submit separate applications for each position. Current openings:

Health Information Systems Advisor Build capacity at the national and local level to strengthen and harmonize routine health information systems and increase the quality of their collection, analysis, dissemination and use of health information for program planning. Qualification Requirements: Master’s Degree in Information Systems, Public Health, or Administration and 6+ years of experience in HIS strengthening and capacity building in the area of data management.

Abt Associates currently implements more than 50 global and bi-lateral programs worldwide. Learn more about Abt Associates’ technical assistance, health systems strengthening services, research, and analysis activities in more than 100 countries at:
www.abtassociates.com

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

To be considered for any of the positions listed below, an applicant must submit his/her CV and an application letter/email message to:

Abt_TanzaniaJobs@abtassoc.com

In the subject line of the email, write the specific title of the position for which you are applying.

MEDICAL HEALTH LABORATORY AUTHORIZED INSPECTOR



From the Guardian of 29th August 2014.
Private Health Laboratories Board (PHLB), is the Government Institution under the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare which registers and manages all Private Health Laboratories in Tanzania (Mainland). Vacancies exist at the Board's Head office in Dar es Salaam and applications from suitably qualified and competent persons are invited to fill the following posts:-

Medical Health Laboratory Authorized Inspector (I Post)
2.1 Jobs and Responsibilities:
2.1.1 To monitor all Private Health Laboratories in Tanzania Mainland
2.1.2 To inspect Health Laboratories, Health Laboratory Products and supplies countrywide. 2.1.3 To prosecute offenders by taking legal action.
2.1.4 To plan and organize staff training in implementing the Act 10 of 1947 and Laboratory Regulations at National. 2.1.5 To coordinate preparation of samples for quality assessment, analyze results and disseminate the report.
2.1.6 To perform any other duties assigned by the Registrar from time to time.
2.2 Qualifications and Experience
2.2.1 Medical Laboratory Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist
2.2.2 Working experience of three years.

As a Medical Laboratory Authorized Inspector she/he will report to the Registrar - Private Health Laboratories Board.


APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Remunerations
As per the Government salary structure (under review) depending on qualification and experience.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified Individuals should submit their applications enclosing detailed Cv's, two passport size photographs, photocopies of academic and professional certificates, names and addreses of three referees to the address here below not later than 10th of September 2014. For all the above posts mentioned above, the employment condition is for two years contract subject to be renewable.
Private Health Laboratories Board is an equal opportunity employer
REGISTRAR,
PRIVATE HEALTH LABORATORIES BOARD P.O BOX 9073
DAR ES SALAAM
TANZANIA

Malaria Diagnostic Specialist, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania



Malaria Diagnostic Specialist
National Health Laboratory Quality Assurance and Training Centre Medical Care Development International (MCDI) is an international NGO with over 30 years' experience in health development projects primarily in Africa. MCDI seeks a Malaria Diagnostic Specialist to assist with the implementation of a national program for quality assurance (QA)/quality improvement (QI) focused on improving malaria case management. The immediate role will be to coordinate the roll- out and training of a national system of malaria rapid diagnostic test (mRDT) QA in coordination with the National Health Laboratory Quality Assurance and Training Centre (NHL-QATC). This project will work to improve malaria testing and treatment by implementing a program of diagnostics training and health facility on-site supervision. Additional responsibilities will include project monitoring & evaluation and staff management. The scope of this program will encompass most of mainland Tanzania and require 30% in-country travel. This person will report to the Tanzania in-country Project Manager and liaise with the MalariaCare team based in the U.S.
Specific duties include the following: Job Responsibilities:
Provide technical and logistical support to the NHL-QATC.
Provide technical leadership on malaria programming to the MalariaCare Tanzania Team, with focus on malaria diagnostics (both microscopy and mRDT).
Provide technical assistance to policy development/review, planning, training and supervision activities.
Coordinate and facilitate trainings for health staff on mRDT use and quality assurance at all levels of the health care provision, including overseeing basic data processing.
Orient and train supervisors on external and internal quality assurance methods to support malaria diagnostics (microscopy and mRDTs).
Oversee and coordinate routine supportive supervision and on-site training to support mRDTs with the MOH.
Assist with the roll-out of quality improvements based on assessment findings.
Establish linkages with all relevant stakeholders and other implementing partners and collaborate as necessary to facilitate effective and efficient implementation of MalariaCare activities.
Participate in the preparation of annual country work plans and regional and district plans.
Participate in periodic field (diagnostic, clinical care, and M&E) activities in the provinces and districts.
Communicate regularly with Program Manager and MalariaCare team based in USA.
Provide frequent updates – both written and oral – to project headquarters.
Required Skills:
Experience and knowledge in malaria prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and control.
Ability to deliver training in malaria diagnostics (mRDTs and microscopy)
Good interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
Fluency and excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Swahili
Willingness to work in hard-to-reach areas with frequent travel as necessary.
Experience with basic database management and Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Capacity building, training and mentoring skills highly desired.
Prior working relationship and/or knowledge of the NHL-QATC highly desired.
Prior experience working on USAID or other donor funded projects a plus.
Interested candidates should send to Ms. Suzanne Restrepo at malariacarejobs@mcd.org. Please attach the following:
Updated CV
Two-page statement including relevant qualifications and experience aligned with the requirements
Only short-listed candidates will be interviewed.

Malaria Diagnostic Specialist NMCP, Tanzania



Malaria Diagnostic Specialist
National Malaria Control Programme Medical Care Development International (MCDI) is an international NGO with over 30 years' experience in health development projects primarily in Africa.
MCDI seeks a Malaria Diagnostic Specialist to assist with the implementation of a national program for quality assurance (QA)/quality improvement (QI) focused on improving malaria case management. The immediate role will be to coordinate the roll-out and training of a national system of malaria rapid diagnostic test (mRDT) QA in coordination with the National Malaria Control Programme (NMCP). This project will work to improve malaria testing and treatment by implementing a program of diagnostics training and health facility on-site supervision. Additional responsibilities will include project monitoring & evaluation and staff management. The scope of this program will encompass most of mainland Tanzania and require 30% in-country travel. This person will report to the Tanzania in-country Project Manager and liaise with the MalariaCare team based in the U.S. Specific duties include the following: Job Responsibilities:
Provide technical and logistical support to the NMCP.
Provide technical leadership on malaria programming to the MalariaCare Tanzania Team, with focus on malaria diagnostics (both microscopy and mRDT).
Provide technical assistance to policy development/review, planning, training and supervision activities.
Coordinate and facilitate trainings for health staff on mRDT use and quality assurance at all levels of the health care provision, including overseeing basic data processing.
Orient and train supervisors on external and internal quality assurance methods to support malaria diagnostics (microscopy and mRDTs).
Oversee and coordinate routine supportive supervision and on-site training to support mRDTs with the MOH.
Assist with the roll-out of quality improvements based on assessment findings.
Establish linkages with all relevant stakeholders and other implementing partners and collaborate as necessary to facilitate effective and efficient implementation of MalariaCare activities.
Participate in the preparation of annual country work plans and regional and district plans.
Participate in periodic field (diagnostic, clinical care, and M&E) activities in the provinces and districts.
Communicate regularly with Program Manager and MalariaCare team based in USA.
Provide frequent updates – both written and oral – to project headquarters.
Required Skills
Experience and knowledge in malaria prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and control.
Ability to deliver training in malaria diagnostics (mRDTs and microscopy)
Good interpersonal communication and presentation skills.
Fluency and excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Swahili
Willingness to work in hard-to-reach areas with frequent travel as necessary.
Experience with basic database management and Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Capacity building, training and mentoring skills highly desired.
Prior working relationship and/or knowledge of the NMCP highly desired.
Prior experience working on USAID or other donor funded projects a plus.
Interested candidates should send to Ms. Suzanne Restrepo at malariacarejobs@mcd.org. Please attach the following:
Updated CV
Two-page statement including relevant qualifications and experience aligned with the requirements
Only short-listed candidates will be interviewed.
Close date: September 5, 2014

Demand Health and Safety Specialist at Serengeti Breweries Ltd (SBL)



Serengeti Breweries Ltd (SBL) operates exclusively in Tanzania and is the 2nd largest beer company with a market share of close to 30%. SBL is a subsidiary of East Africa Breweries Ltd (EABL) – which is partly owned by one of the world’s biggest alcoholic beverage companies, DIAGEO. The company is an integrated demand/supply business with 3 operational breweries in Dar Es Salaam, Mwanza, and Moshi. The company boasts famous locally brewed brands, such as Serengeti Premium Lager, Tusker Lager, Tusker Light, Kibo Gold, Pilsner Lager, Senator just to name a few. The spirits folder is filled with world-class brands from abroad – including Smirnoff,

Context/Scope:

To train, develop and protect People, brands, assets and reputation of SBL. Processes must operate effectively and efficiently to ensure adherence to legislation, Diageo’s policies and the Diageo Global Risk Management Standards. Diageo has established a requirement to provide operational risk management support across its Demand locations in Africa. This is in order to satisfy Diageo’s governance requirements of its operating units.

Leadership Responsibilities:

Driving Health &Safety leadership across the demand team. The role will champion Safety and Risk management improvement across Tanzania They will be responsible for communicating, reporting and ensuring compliance to the Diageo Global Risk Management Standards (GRMS). They will lead the Safety changes required to meet Diageo’s requirements across the Demand locations for Tanzania.

Purpose of Role:
To train, coach and assess Demand team members achieve world class capabilities and management of health & safety and other risk issues. Working with Sales Leadership and executive teams to constantly improve standards in the area of: -
Health & safety
Fire Safety Management
Use of hazardous substances
Control and management of hazardous tasks
Event Risks assessment
Risk Management
Personnel safety
Compliance to various policies including (but not limited to) motor vehicle use
Top Accountabilities
Lead and Support the Safety activities across Tanzania’s Demand business to ensure they embed and sustain a culture of Compliance to all the Diageo Risk management standards including legal compliance.
Lead Safety management initiatives through the Demand leadership teams to ensure they are entrenched across all locations.
Embed Diageo Standards in all Demand locations in Tanzania, including training required at the locations
Manage the development of the Safety capability of in-market resources (e.g. local HR, Safety Champions and Sales Managers)
Follow-up safety KPI’s and self-initiate improvement programs for problem areas. Participate in development of classroom and in-the-field training programs for specific improvement areas.
Ensure that the Health and Safety agenda for the Demand team is sustained through OSHAS credibility, regulatory compliance to ensure positive corporate reputation, adherence to statutory inspection of Sales team fleet to EABL and global standards. Support the sales team function via Event Risk Assessments and ensuring corporate building safety and emergency procedures.
Management of sales team fleet in terms of proper vehicle management, fleet maintenance, general vehicle upkeep and handling of emergencies and accidents.

Qualifications and Experience Required:
University degree
Certificate level in Occupational Health & Safety or equivalent
Excellent knowledge of Diageo Risk management processes and policies
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Good auditing skills
Influencing without authority
Change management skills
Computer literate
Proven track record in Safety management (2-3 years relevant experience)
Able to lead or work effectively in cross-functional teams
Experience in Fleet Management will be an added advantage
APPLY

MALARIA DIAGNOSTIC SPECIALIST - MALARIA CARE PROJECT



From the Guardian of 22nd August
Malaria Diagnostic Specialist - Malaria Care Project
MalariaCare,a five-year partnership funded by the US Agency for International Development (USAID)under the US President's Malaria Initiative (PM!), aims to scale up high-quality diagnosis and case management services for malaria and other febrile illnesses. MalariaCare is a partnership between PATH, Medical Care Development International (MCDI), Population Services International (PSI), and Save the Children' International (SC US). The partnership works in PMI focus and other countries in Africa and the Mekong Region to reduce the burden of serious febrile illnesses and promote healthy communities and families.

MCDI seeks a Malaria Diagnostic Specialist to assist with the implementation of a national program for quality assurance (QA)/quality improvement (Q!) focused on improving malaria case management. The: immediate role will be to coordinate the roll-out and training of a national system of malaria rapid diagnostic' test (mRDT) QA in coordination with the National Health Laboratory Quality Assurance and Training Centre (NHL-QATC). This project will work to improve malaria testing and treatment by implementing a program of diagnostics training and health facility on-site supervision. Additional responsibilities will include project monitoring & evaluation and staff management. The scope of this program will encompass most of mainland Tanzania and require 30% in-country travel. This person will report to the Tanzania in¬country Project Manager and liaise with the MalariaCare team based in the U.s. Specific duties include the following:

Job Responsibilities:
Provide technical and logistical support to the NHL-QATC.
Provide technical leadership on malaria programming to the MalariaCare Tanzania Team, with focus on malaria diagnostics (both microscopy and mRDT).
Provide technical assistance to policy development/review, planning, training and supervision activities.
Coordinate and facilitate trainings for health staff on mRDT use and quality assurance at all levels of the health care provision, including overseeing basic data processing.
Orient and train supervisors on external and internal quality assurance methods to support malaria diagnostics (microscopy and mRDTs).
Oversee and coordinate routine supportive supervision and on-site training to support mRDTs with the MOH.
Assist with the roll-out of quality improvements based on assessment findings.
Interested candidates should send to Ms. Suzanne Restrepo at malariacarejobs@mcd.org. Please attach the following:
 Updated CV
 Two-page statement including relevant qualifications and experience aligned with the requirements
 Only short-listed candidates will be interviewed.


for more details on this position Qualified candidates should submit their resume and cover letter online to apply through our website. not later than Friday September 5,2014. We appreciate your application but only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

Occupational Health Manager - Unilever Tanzania



MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To be in charge of the management of Unilever Tea Tanzania Medical Department in compliance to the Unilever Standards of medical and occupational health designed to meet business needs and priorities, as well as conform to the medico-legal aspects of all National Health and Safety Legislations.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES


To be responsible for medical care to all, who are entitled to receive it from the Company Medical Department & manage the medical department as a whole
In consultation with the Operations Director, responsible for planning of policies of the Medical Department, and responsible for the implementation of approved policies in accordance with Medical Ethics in general and Government regulations in Tanzania.
Develop and implement guidelines for diagnosis and treatment of patients, to the highest possible standard, and in line with the relevant and applicable legislations in Tanzania.
Be responsible for, and take part in the day to day running of the Medical Department to the required standards including financial administration
Manage medicine stocks and equipment i.e. purchasing, supervision of storing and issuing
Be responsible for proper care and maintenance of all company assets in the Medical Department.
General management of medical personnel, main hospital and dispensaries
Prepare annual report, which gives reliable information about the Medical department Supervise preparation and submission of reports as required by the relevant Government bodies
Implementation of company defined policies ,procedures ,programs and systems allowing the unit/Department to meet the company commitment on Occupational Health , Safety environment care and consumer safety
Proactive identification of hazards or environmental aspects and putting in place effective safeguards aiming at eliminating/reduction of accidents or incidents

KEY SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION


Bachelor of Medicine Degree
Master of Surgery – an advantage
Must be a Medical Practitioner with at least 8 years Occupational Health Management experience
Hospital management skills
Supplies Management and Asset Investment and Care skills
Possess intellectual power to determine direction
Act decisively to improve performance
Delivers through people
An achiever through integrity, team work and learning
APPLY

Volunteer Midwife Advisor In MNCH/Reproductive Health



This Volunteer position is a unique opportunity to work as an integral part of the medical staff to improve health care delivery system at the hospital and support to health clinics throughout the region.
Deadline: Open until filled
Location: Tabora, Tanzania
Organization: CARE Canada
Interested applicants please respond to ipvolunteer@care.ca including your CV and a cover letter.
Organization Profile
Founded in 1945, CARE is a leading international humanitarian organization fighting global poverty. In over 80 countries, CARE works with the poorest communities to improve basic health and education, enhance rural livelihoods and food security, increase access to clean water and sanitation, expand economic opportunity, help vulnerable people adapt to climate change and provide lifesaving assistance during emergencies. CARE places special focus on working alongside women and girls living in poverty because, equipped with the proper resources, women and girls have the power to help whole families and entire communities escape poverty.
CARE Canada is dedicated to the engagement of volunteers across Canada and overseas wherever possible. CARE Canada has a long history of mobilizing volunteers to support its development initiatives. Volunteers contribute their unique talents, skills, and knowledge to help us carrying out our mandate.
Job Summary
The assignment is a co-operation between the Tabora Regional Referral Hospital (Kitete), CARE Canada and CARE Tanzania as part of the Tabora Adolescent and Safe Motherhood (TABASAM) project in Tanzania. The TABASAM project is working to safeguard women’s reproductive health before pregnancy (Family Planning and Health Awareness), during pregnancy, childbirth and through the immediate postnatal period.
The Tabora Regional Referral Hospital (Kitete) is looking for support from skilled and experienced Health Professionals to support their maternal health services. As a regional referral hospital, Kitete handles a heavy load of deliveries and complications. This Volunteer position is a unique opportunity to work as an integral part of the medical staff to improve health care delivery system at the hospital and support to health clinics throughout the region.
Interested applicants please respond to ipvolunteer@care.ca including your CV and a cover letter.
Responsibilities:
• To assess the Tabora Regional Referral Hospital maternal and child health services and practices including management, administrative practices, quality and health information;
• Develop plan in conjunction with CARE and Kitete Hospital staff to strengthen the maternity ward, and,
• To build management, administrative and patient-care capacity in the maternity ward of the Kitete Hospital
Working Conditions:
Our comprehensive Volunteer training and support covers the costs of being an overseas volunteer, providing the necessary resources to enjoy a safe and healthy environment during your assignment. As a CARE Volunteer you will be provided:
• A CARE Canada Overseas Volunteer pre-departure training in Ottawa, Canada
• A CARE Tanzania briefing upon arrival in Dar es Salaam
• An orientation by the CARE office upon arrival in Tabora
• Travel and accommodation costs associated with pre-departure training
• Return airfare and visa/permit
• Accommodation arranged for Tabora
• A modest living allowance
• Ongoing CARE Canada and CARE Tanzania (Dar es Salaam and Tabora) supervision and support during the duration of your Volunteer assignment
Education & Certifications:
• Appropriate Canadian midwifery accreditation from a professional association
Minimum Education Level: Certification
Minimal Requirements:
• At least 4 years of relevant professional experience with at least part of it in clinical practice
• Ability to train and coach other health workers
• Experience in managing or supervising staff
• Experience managing high-risk pregnancies and complicated deliveries
• Experience in family planning and mother and child health care
• Capacity to live in a rural and remote location
Desired Traits:
• Knowledge of STDs, HIV/AIDS, and/or prevention of mother to child transmission protocols
• International travel/work experience particularly in Africa
Experience Level: Intermediate Level
Language Skills:English (Fluent in Speaking, Reading, Writing)
Authorized to Work in: Canada
Notes: We thank all candidates for the responses to this advertisement. However, we regret that we will be able to contact only short listed candidates.
Contact Information: Interested applicants please respond to ipvolunteer@care.ca
Employment Start Date: Ideally September 2014 (to be discussed with candidate)


Duration of Employment Contract: Ideally 6 month(s) (to be discussed with candidatev

CLINICAL OFFICER (1 POST)



From the Daily news of 17th July
Company Profile
Unilever's mission is to add vitality to life. We meet every day needs for nutrition, hygiene, and personal care with brands that help people feel good, look good and get more out of life.
Our Corporate Strategy aims to double the size of our business by 2020 while halving our environmental footprints.
Every day, around the world, people drink cups of tea. Our brands are trusted everywhere and we've grown to become one of the world's most successful fast moving consumer goods companies.
Unilever values employee engagement and development by providing vital and relevant professional experiences. In Unilever, we give you a career.
Unilever Tea Tanzania Limited is a plantation company operating under Unilever Tea, East Africa (UTEA). UTTL employs over 5,500 employees whose safety and security are very important to the business.
We are currently looking to hire Field Assistants, Assistant Accountant Payables, Procurement & Supplies Officer, Quality Assurance/World Class Manufacturing, Mechanical Technician, Clinical Officer, Registerred Nurses, Assistant Manager Production and Hospital Administrator for our Tanzania business. These roles will be field and office based and requires candidates with knowledge for the job.

Department: Medical Department
Job Position: Clinical Officer (1 Post)
Reports to: Assistant Medical Officer
Location: Mufindi, Tanzania

Main purpose of the role
Clinical Officer
1. Providing medical care to inpatient and outpatient at Unilever Tea Tanzania Limited - medical and occupational health department.
2. Diagnosis and treating the OPD patients including ordering laboratory investigation, drugs, prescription, counseling, admission of those patients with severe illness, performing minor surgeries e.g. suturing wounds, speculum examination, reduce fractures, emergency oral care procedures and assist in major operation.
3. Responsible for ward rounds for in patients and record keeping in different register, check status and hygiene of patients.
4. Performing medical examinations to employees' (pre employment, periodic and exit medical examination). Filling and recording accident forms and sent to respective units.
5. Early identification of at risk mothers, plan for their management, assist delivery and postnatal counseling.
6. Maintain safe use of Company properties at OPD, minor theatre and dispensaries and report to AMOs, MATRON and the Medical Officer for any damage in company property.
7. Countercheck all OPD patient registers to ensure proper registration and charging by the clerks.
8. Compile monthly reports and request for drug supply.
9. Responsible as first consultant on call to all in coming patients twenty four hours.
10. Maintain highest level of confidentiality.
11. To promote interdepartmental relations and harmonious relations with all service providers.
12. Responsible for attending care and treatment clinic clients and maintain good image of Unilever on cooperate social responsibility (CSR).
13. Responsible for preparing periodic medical examination time tables in UITL (Food handlers, chemical handlers, People working at height and drivers).
14. Responsible for Quality surveys in OPD and care and treatment clinic.
15. Responsible on supervision of dispensary and clinical assistants under their reporting lines.
16. Identify unit population by doing regular census and registration of dependants
17. Visit day care centers to assess nutritional status of children
18. Implementation of company defined policies ,procedures ,programs and systems allowing the unit/Department to meet the company commitment on Occupational Health, Safety environment care and consumer safety
19. Proactive identification of hazards on environmental aspects and putting in place effective safeguards aiming at eliminating/reducing of accidents or incidents
20. Implementation of company defined policies ,procedures ,programs and systems allowing the unit/Department to meet the company commitment on Occupational Health, Safety environment care and consumer safety
21. Proactive identification of hazards or environmental aspects and putting in place effective safeguards aiming at eliminating/
Experience in people management Minor surgery skills.
Medical Laboratory skills Reproductive and child health skills. Pharmaceutical skills
Emergency oral care skills.
Quality assurance, health and safety skills. Assets investment and care
relevant Experience! Years of Experience Diploma in clinical medicine.
2 years experience in clinical medicine
Effective communication and influencing skills Good spoken/written English and Swahili languages Good computer skills
Flexibility with work hours depending upon business needs Excellent communication skills and trainer capabilities


APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

All applications should be sent to the address below on or before 29th July 2014 .Eligible candidates are required to submit detailed CV with names of three referees and an application letter.
Unilever is an equal opportunity employer!
Service Delivery specialist
Unilever Tea Tanzania Ltd
P.O.BOX 4955,
Dar es salaam

Technical Advisor – HIV and AIDS Prevention, Care and Treatment



Locally known as the Walter Reed Southern Highlands AIDS Program, the Henry Jackson Foundation Medical Research International (HJFMRI) is an international non-governmental organization working in several countries conducting research studies and providing care and treatment to people affected by HIV/AIDS. HJFMRI is funded by the Presidents Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief PEPFAR.
In collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHSW), HJFMRI has been leading a comprehensive HIV/AIDS care and treatment program in the Southern Highlands of Tanzania since 2004 with support from the President’s Emergency Plans for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The program is based within the Mbeya Referral Hospital and has since extended to more than 100 health facilities in Mbeya, Rukwa and Ruvuma regions, which collectively represent a catchment area of about 6 million people. Mbeya region is one of high prevalence regions in Tanzania and expansion of HIV care and treatment programs is critical.

Walter Reed Program is seeking qualified candidate to fill the positions below. Cover letters and resumes should be sent to the Human Resources Manager, P.O. Box 6396, Mbeya or e-mailed to; recruitment@wrp-t.org NOTE: to be considered, applicants must put the TITLE OF THE JOB in the SUBJECT LINE. Deadline for submission of the application is July 28th, 2014. Those who do not meet the minimum requirements as detailed below should not submit applications.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Technical Advisor – HIV and AIDS Prevention, Care and Treatment
Reports to: Medical Director
Location: Mbeya

General Overview:

The purpose of this position is to provide input into the development of technical program activities for clinically related Care and Treatment of HIV/AIDS in support of both the USG PEPFAR program and the MOHSW. The Care and Treatment Technical Adviser will provide technical advice and direction on the scaling-up of quality HIV/AIDS Care and Treatment services. S/he will be part of the team of clinical experts whose focus will mainly be on provision of Technical support on the comprehensive clinical care, development of COP and SAPR/APR related activities. S/he is responsible for sharing information for actions that emerges from the meetings/conferences and working groups (TWGs) and all others on a timely and regular basis. The position is based in Mbeya with limited travel to Dar es Salaam. This position will be reporting to the Medical Director.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Provides technical support and advice the Medical Director in the planning and implementation of HIV & AIDS related services supported by HJFMRI/WRP-T by the regional teams.
• Takes a leading role in the planning of HIV Care & Treatment activities, including allocation of targets and budgets under the USG PEPFAR planning process;
• Provides direct technical assistance to regional HJFMRI based teams on all issues related to HIV care and treatment services such as; activity and budget planning, site development, training of staff in the clinical management of individuals with HIV/AIDS, clinical mentoring, patient flow analysis, improvement of adherence support systems, improvement of referral systems, etc.
• Build the capacity of the Ministry of Health staffs at the regional and council level, as well as that of health facility personnel, in the areas of technical planning, management and monitoring and evaluation for antiretroviral therapy programs.
• Provides linkage between WRP management and MOH offices through NACP, CHMT and RHMT to ensure effective implementations of the WRP/HJFMRI goals.
• Attends planning and technical meetings organized by USG and/or GOT (MOHSW);
• Participates in providing technical support services such as laboratory, drug security, and drug forecasting and quantification;
• Lead the process of data collection, analysis and dissemination of information about HIV/AIDS care and treatment program achievements and lessons learned and provide recommendation/solution for improvements.
• Advises on linkages and synergies between ART, HTC, PMTCT, TB, STI, Reproductive Health and Family Planning and other public health programs;
• Participates in appraisals of program operational efficiency and target setting;
• Keeps track of re-programming areas and advises appropriately and in a timely manner to meet USG/PEPFAR requirements;
• Documents notes for USG and MOHSW meetings and shares them with Senior WRP Management staff to ensure strategic and informed program decisions;
• Ensures that WRP-supported clinical care activities at multiple delivery sites conform to the Tanzanian national guidelines;
• Collaborate with HIV/TB Program manager to ensure quality HIV and TB services are provided in WRP supported sites;
• Takes leadership and provide innovative approaches that would ensure PITC services are routinely provided in all high volume facilities supported by WRP;
• Undertakes other relevant duties as may be assigned by his/her seniors.

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

• Medical Degree is mandatory; a post graduate training in internal medicine or infectious diseases will be desired. Masters of Public Health Training will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of three years’ experience working with HIV/AIDS Care and Treatment programs.
• Proven interpersonal skills in working effectively as a member of a team and independently.
• Ability to deal effectively and diplomatically with multiple government agencies, non-governmental organizations, faith-based organizations, and the private sector
• Strong planning and management skills
• Ability to work independently with strong problem-solving skills
• Computer literacy
• Proven verbal and written communication skills including a demonstrated ability to write technical documents and give state-of-the-art presentations
• Willingness to travel in Southern highlands up to 40% of the time building capacity of facility bases HCW, RHMT, CHMT and HJFMRI staffs at the regional level
• Fluency in English and Swahili
• Willingness to work overtime and on few weekends.

Walter Reed Program is an equal opportunity employer; women are highly encouraged to apply.

Senior HIV prevention Advisor


POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Jhpiego
From the Guardian Newspaper
Senior HIV prevention Advisor: will provide technical and program oversight and direction in the areas of HIV prevention for key and vulnerable populations, including integration of FP and T8 to a 5 year USAID funded program. Responsibilities include providing leadership and technical guidance in the development and implementation of HIV prevention health activities for key and vulnerable populations, including structural interventions and interventions that address Lead the design of structural interventions to prevent HIV among key populations, including those that address gender inequalities, stigma and discrimination, legal rights and status of key populations, and economic barriers, as well as utilizing, cross-cutting approaches, such as in-service and pre-service training, quality improvement under the leadership of the Chief of Party and Jhpiego Technical Directors. This position will ensure the technical and methodological soundness of activities and, in collaboration with the project team and partners, support the design of service delivery strategies, based on sound and current scientific evidence. Key Requirements: Master's in Public Health required, medical degree (doctor or nursing) in addition preferred. At least 10 years' experience applying HIV prevention strategies, four of which should be targeted to key and vulnerable populations. At least 5 years' experience in managing $3 million in donor-funded projects and in the design and implementation of overseas health projects; preferably in the East and Southern Africa region. Experience training health workers on clinical aspects related to HIV prevention for key and vulnerable populations. Experience building capacity at individual and organizational levels; including working
Understanding of Tanzania healthcare system, particularly the public health system, experience living and working in Tanzania preferred. Strong oral and written communication and presentations skills in English; working knowledge Swahili is preferred but not essential. Ability to travel up to 40% time.




APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:




To view a full listing of responsibilities and qualifications or to apply please go to: https://jobs-jhpiego.icims.com/jobs/1976/senior-hiv-prevention-advisor/job

NURSE MIDWIFE - HALE HYDRO PLANT 1 POST





NURSE MIDWIFE - HALE HYDRO PLANT 1 POST
REPORTING TO: ASSISTANT MEDICAL OFFICER HALE DISPENSARY

POSITION OBJECTIVE


Responsible for the provision of high quality health services to staff, dependants and community at large at Tanesco Hale Dispensary.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
Provide reproductive child health services, nursing patients and taking records of patients’ vital signs
Administer medicines and drugs as prescribed by Clinical Officer/Assistant Medical officer and inform Clinical Officer on any anomalies noted with regard to prescription.
Provide community health education and sensitization on HIV/AIDS and individual health education to patient pertaining to their pathological significance while maintaining the confidentiality of every individual case handled at dispensary.
Provide vaccinations and first aid services to injured patients and maintain up to date inventory of all dispensary facilities and report in case of any damage.
Order, receive, store and dispense drugs and other pharmaceuticals and supervise dispensary cleanness and sterilize dispensary equipments.
Assist Assistant Medical Officer/Clinical Officer with examination and treatments of diseases and on compiling weekly and monthly reports needed by DMO and welfare Officer/Human Resources Officer.
Provide professional care to patients’ recovery and physical well being.
Perform other related duties as directed by the supervisor.
PROFESSIONAL/ ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Diploma in Nurse Midwife from a recognize Government Institution.
At least two years (2) working experience in dispensary, Health Centre or Hospital.
REMUNERATION
An attractive compensation package base on performance and consummate with the responsibility will apply to the successful candidates.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are interested in the position, apply by sending a brief application letter, clearly stating why you should be considered for the position and how you will add value and commitment to work with Pangani hydro systems. With the letter, a concise curriculum vitae should be enclosed showing briefly your work experience, the position as well as work referees. Electronic applications are accepted.
Applications should reach the undersigned not later than 14 days after initial appearance of this advert.
Only people who meet the above criteria should apply;
Plant Manager
Pangani Hydro Systems,
TANESCO
P.O.Box 104, Korogwe, Tanga.
Email: pm.panganisystems@tanesco.co.tz

Various Jobs at Marie Stopes, Tanzania



CAREER OPPORTUNITIES.
Marie Stopes Tanzania (MST) is a marketing-focused, results-oriented social enterprise, which uses modern management and marketing techniques to provide family planning, reproductive and sexual healthcare and allied services. MST is a member of the Marie Stopes International (MSI) Global Partnership, which operates in over 46 countries worldwide. MST’s goal is to improve quality of life in Tanzania by dramatically improving access to and use of family planning and other reproductive health services.

We are looking for dynamic individuals to join our highly motivated team in the following roles. These roles are based through out Tanzania.

Assistant Medical Officers

Job purpose
The provision of quality reproductive Health and general health care services on Outreach and centers.

Minimum requirements
An Advanced Diploma in Clinical Medicine from recognised Medical institution
Registered by medical council of Tanganyika
At least 3 years working experience in a similar position

Clinical Officers

Job purpose
Provide quality Reproductive Health and Family Planning Services and general medical services at dispensary level.

Minimum requirements
A Diploma in Clinical Medicine from recognised medical Institution and should be registered medical council of Tanganyika.
At least 2 years working experience in similar position

Nurse mid-wives

Job purpose
Plan and provide professional nursing care for patients at Clinic including the provision of Family Planning counseling and services. Follow established policies and procedures including the collecting and analyzing patient data.

Minimum requirements
Should be qualified and registered Nurse Midwife
At least 2 years working experience in similar position

Laboratory Technician or Assistant


Job purpose
Perform tests, record and report results on specimens received in the laboratory in accordance with quality standards and regulations. Perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease

Minimum requirements
A Diploma in Medical Laboratory technician and must be registered.
At least 2 years experience in a similar position.

Pharmacy Assistant – Mwenge Hospital

Job Purpose
The Pharmacy Assistant is a key member of the Mwenge Hospital Team. The role will include coordinating the Pharmacy at Mwenge from 8- 4pm Monday to Friday and 8 am to 1 pm Saturday.

Minimum Requirements
A Pharmaceutical Assistant with diploma from an institution recognized by MOH & SWF (essential)
At least 3 years experience working in a Pharmacy in a Hospital setting
Demonstrated experience in providing excellent customer care
Understanding of government regulations in the handling and storage of drugs
Experience in using excel spreadsheets

Mode of Application
If you feel that you are able to meet the requirements and you are motivated enough to be part of the team, please send your applications indicating your day time telephone to the address below before 31/07/2014.

Director of Human Resources and Administration
Marie Stopes Tanzania
P. O. Box 7072, Dar Es Salaam.
Telephone: +255 22 277 4991
E-mail: jobs@mst.or.tz

ORTHOPAEDICS SCIENTIST II (3 POSTS)



POSITION DESCRIPTION:

From the Guardian of 3rd July 3, 2014
Bugando Medical Centre is a consultant and teaching hospital for the Lake and Western zones of the United Republic of Tanzania. It Is situated along the shores of Lake Victoria in Mwanza City. It has 900 beds and over 1000 employees. It is a referral centre for tertiary specialist care for eight regions, namely: – Mwanza, Geita, Simiu, Mara, Kagera, Shinyanga. Tabora and Kigoma. It serves a catchment’s population of over 14 million people. Bugando Medical Centre is therefore inviting suitably Tanzanians to fill the following vacancies>

Orthopaedics Scientist II (3 Posts)
Entry Qualifications:
Holder of Bsc in Prosthetics and Orthotics from a recognized institution.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Educating patients on how to use and maintain artificial limbs and body support devices.
Fabricating various related appliances.
Fitting of patients under the supervision and modification of defective appliance.
Supervising and training students on field session.
Advising patients on how to use and maintain artificial limbs and body support devices.
Salary Scale; PMGSS.8
Age Limit: Not above 40 years of age


How to Apply


APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Letters of application should be written in English preferably handwritten attaching a detailed curriculum vitae. Certified copies of academic/professional qualification, testimonials and names. Addresses, telephone numbers and email of two referees, should put in a sealed envelope addressed to the Director General so as to reach him within two weeks of the date of first appearance. Only short listed applicants will be contacted. Email : hospbugando@gmail.com.

Director General
Bugando Medical Centre
PO Box 1370
Mwanza

IF YOU ARE QUALIFIED FOR THIS POSITION
PLEASE FOLLOW THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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