NGO Jobs Tanzania August 2017

Job Description

Job Title National Post:Programme Analyst

Simiyu, Tanzania-NOA

Job ID 11435

Location East and Southern Africa

Full/Part Time Full-Time

Regular/Temporary Regular

This post is open only to nationals of Tanzania



Background Information

UNFPA Tanzania country office is in the process of recruiting a Programme Analyst for the Reproductive Maternal New-born Child and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH) project. The position is based in Simiyu region with an overall objective of strengthening health systems to reduce maternal mortality and morbidity in the region. The candidate will support the implementation of the 2 year project (2017 – 2018) funded by KOICA and implemented by UNFPA in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children (MOHCDGEC) and President’s Office Regional Administration and Local Government (PORALG).  The Programme Analyst will use UNFPA and national systems and tools to support delivery of project results and work as part of the UN Delivering as One (DaO) and UNFPA programme and operations team to ensure that project priorities are central to national initiatives to promote social economic development of the people of Tanzania guided by the National Development Plan.



The Programme Analyst will work under the overall direction and guidance of the Deputy Representative and supervision of the Programme Specialist Heath Systems/Project Manager, will directly report to the Project Coordinator in Simiyu.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

Job Purpose

The Programme Analyst is expected to delivers quality services in programme management, quality assurance, support implementing partner in reporting, backstop field office on ICT and overall technical support on finance. The incumbent will routinely work together with council health management teams to implement the project. S/he will take a client-oriented results-focused approach to interpreting the rules, procedures and guidelines, providing support and guidance to the government counterparts in the implementation of the project. S/he will be responsible in managing the logistics related to planning, management and implementation of the project as well as backstopping the project coordinator in Simiyu as and when needed.



3.  Major Activities/Expected Results

In collaboration with UNFPA Programme Specialist Health Systems and the project Coordinator, the Programme Analyst will contribute substantively to the implementation of the RMNCAH Project in Simiyu in line with Government priorities and according to UNFPA programme policies and procedures by:

• Providing technical assistance in development of annual and quarter work plans and budgets and ensure timely submission to UNFPA Country Office;
• Supporting the implementing partners, regional and district health management teams to compile, synthesize and analyze project reports and ensure timely submission;
• Working with council health management (CHMTs)  teams to strengthen health management information systems;
• Providing technical backstopping on ICT related matters for the field office in Simiyu liaising with the UNFPA Country Office ICT manager;
• Providing financial guidance and support to implementing partners, regional and CHMTs teams and conduct spot checks;
• Participating in quarterly coordination and project review meetings and assist in compiling and maintaining project reports and minutes of meetings; and using the information to improve project performance.
• Implementing appropriate quality monitoring procedures, mechanisms and systems for effective implementation of the project;
• Participate in field monitoring visits and M&E activities to assess the effectiveness of implementation and provide feedback. Analyzes factors affecting the achievement of results, recommend corrective actions and follows up on recommendations.
• Providing technical support to CHMTs and other implementing partners to report progress in achieving results, using existing monitoring and evaluation tools
• Monitoring project expenditures and disbursements to ensure delivery is in line with approved programme budgets and to realize targeted delivery levels;
• Contributes to creation and sharing of knowledge by synthesizing and documenting findings and lessons learned, success stories and best practices, strategies and approaches of the project;
• Perform any other functions as may be assigned by the supervisor and UNFPA Representative/management.

 4. Work Relations

The Programme Analyst maintains collaborative relationships with all programme and project staff at the Simiyu Field Office and Country Office. Internal contacts include the Deputy Representative, Assistant Representative, the Programme Specialist, Monitoring and Evaluation Officer and other programme and operations teams at the country office. External contacts include Regional Health Management Team (RHMT) and Council Health Management Team (CHMTs) in the project districts.



Qualifications and Experience

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional qualifications desirable in population, demography, economics, ICT, statistics, business administration or other related fields.

 Knowledge and Experience:

Three years of relevant experience in programme management, finance or office management, monitoring and evaluation.

Experience in programme/project planning, design, follow-up, monitoring and evaluation

Prior knowledge on population and development issues, sexual and reproductive health activities would be desirable.

Proficiency in current office software applications and corporate IT systems.

Good understanding of the local government systems, particularly in the social development areas

Experience in working in a multi-cultural environment and at district and/or community level

Strong verbal and written communication skills are a strong asset

Values:

Exemplifying integrity

Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system

Embracing cultural diversity

Embracing change

 Required Competence

Core Competencies:

• Achieving Results 

• Being Accountable

• Developing and Applying Professional Expertise/Business Acumen

• Thinking analytically and Strategically

• Working in Teams/Managing Ourselves and our Relationships

• Communicating for Impact



Managerial Competencies:

Providing strategic focus

Engaging internal/external partners and stakeholders

Leading, developing and empowering people/ creating a culture of performance

Making decisions and exercising judgment

Functional Skill Set:



Providing logistical support

Managing data

Managing documents, correspondence and reports

Managing information and work flow

Planning, organizing and multitasking

Supporting financial data analysis

Languages:

Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Kiswahili is desirable.