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  • Database Administrator Specialist at NBC

    NBC is the oldest serving bank in Tanzania with over five decades of experience. We offer a range of retail, business, corporate and investment banking, wealth management products and services.
    Job Summary
    The Database Administrator Specialist role is responsible for the timely delivery, support, and implementation of complex enterprise Database systems as part of Bank’s strategy. The Candidate through effective communication with stakeholders and ability to support, direct towards successful delivery of Business Goals; will work hand in hand with Business teams to support key strategic priorities which includes but not limited:
    •Support all Existing and Future Projects for all environments (Production, Disaster Recovery, UAT & SIT) Database Infrastructure needs (Oracle, SQL, PostGRE, MySQL Databases)
    •Core Banking Database Upgrades
    •Support Oracle, Microsoft SQL, PostGreSQL and MySQL Databases
    •All Databases Data Migrations, Validations and Quality Projects & Requirements
    •Support Technology transformation through team Capacity building
    •Business Products, Audit and Processes enhancements
    •BAU support including Batch runs, reports and fixes deployments.
    Job Description​
    Database Operations and Application Support 75%

    Work hand in hand with our Technology Application Support, Business and Management teams in daily execution of BAU and Strategic support activities/requirements for enhanced delivery.
    Support the scoped key Projects and engagements timely delivery seamlessly to ensure Business value and Bank objectives are met.
    Support ongoing Projects and further streamline Business processes and Products to ensure best practices at enhanced competitiveness.
    Provide progressive Weekly/Monthly assessments and recommendation reports on the Databases performance, Infrastructure requirements and enhancements.
    Be actively involved in enhancing Business Products intelligence strategy, Best practices with Product Setups, charges, enhanced Business processes etc. to ensure income leakages and unaccounted losses/income are realized and mitigation effectiveness continually improved.
    Perform assessments for Core Banking System upgrades and lay the foundations for a seamless transitions upgrade; in readiness to fully support the Core Banking system upgrade end to end.
    Support End of Day, End of Month and End of Year Batch runs; handling all issues/incidents arising.
    Collaborates on the initial hardware requirements, installation and configuration of a new/upgrade existing Oracle, SQL, and Postgres Server etc.
    Efficiently importing large volumes of data that have been extracted from multiple systems into a data warehouse environment.
    Create backup and recovery plans and procedures based on industry best practices, then make sure that the necessary steps are followed (develop, manage and test back-up and recovery plans).
    Establish the needs of users and monitor user access and security.
    Monitor performance and manage parameters in order to provide fast responses to front-end Applications performance tune database queries.
    Install and test new versions of the database management system (DBMS).
    Creation of databases and manage schema objects (tables, indexes, views etc.).
    Control migration and changes of all schema objects.
    Proactively monitoring the database’s health and taking preventive or corrective action as required
    Monitor application related jobs and data replication activities.
    Maintain data standards, including adherence to the Data Protection Policies.
    Write database documentation, including data standards, procedures and definitions for the data dictionary (metadata).
    Control access permissions and privileges.
    Ensure that storage and archiving procedures are functioning correctly upholding proactive carry out capacity planning.
    Work closely with project managers, Vendors, and other stakeholders in addressing issues/incidents/problems for prompt issues resolutions.
    Perform general technical troubleshooting and give consultation to development teams.
    Writing disaster recovery plans to uphold DR recovery and resilience tests engagements for Business Continuity assessments etc.
    Work as part of a team and provide 24×7 support when required.

    Job listings
     
    Security control and Compliance 25%

    Define and monitor user access and permissions based on principle of least privilege.
    Enforce data protection policies, standards, and audit controls.
    Maintain adherence to internal security protocols and external regulatory compliance.
    Develop, document, and test backup and recovery strategies aligned with industry best practices.
    Write and maintain disaster recovery (DR) plans and participate in resilience and business continuity testing.
    Ensure DR readiness for all mission-critical databases and applications.
    Provide weekly and monthly assessments of database performance and infrastructure requirements.

     
    Accountability : Manage Career Development

    Proactively identify personal development areas and training needs
    Meet training objectives as set out in personal training and development plan
    Complete all mandatory training assigned

    Education and Experience Required:

    BSc. In Computer Science, Engineering or related field with informatics as core.
    Evidence Proficient expertise with supporting Oracle Flexcube Core Banking Database at 99.9% availability
    Oracle, SQL, PostGRE, MySQL Databases Certified.
    Knowledge of banking/branch operations.
    Good understanding of ITIL processes and associated concepts.
    High degree of commercial awareness with sound understanding of key contractual obligations and risks to maximize benefits.
    Strong customer liaison and relationship management skills.
    Excellent communication and presentation experience.
    Must be able to work under pressure, take clear ownership of issues and projects and drive to ensure a successful closure for the customer, peers and IT Production.
    Financial management – budget preparation and managing to budget.
    Experience of financial services preferred.
    At least 5 years in IT Database Infrastructure and operations role.

    Knowledge, Skills and competences required:  

    Knowledge on the trending banking software and technologies in the market.
    Excellent written and oral communication
    Aggressive Problem-solving skills and follow through; Pragmatic and thorough
    Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
    Experience with varieties of databases and object-relational Mapping (ORM) frameworks.
    Must be a self-starter and have the ability to work independently with little supervision.
    Business Processes Improvement and Management

    Qualifications
    Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas – Information Technology, Experience in a similar environment
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  • Markets: Sales Dealer at NBC

    NBC is the oldest serving bank in Tanzania with over five decades of experience. We offer a range of retail, business, corporate and investment banking, wealth management products and services.
    Job Summary
    To execute the Markets Sales business strategy according to the Markets Strategy and Policies & Procedures, and in line with Group Values.
    Job Description​
    Accountability:  Markets Sales Dealing. Time split : 80%

    Drive and manage revenue growth and to meet the sales budget
    Lead on development of New Products, under the guidance of the Head of Markets Sales, actively participating in the implementation of the Markets Sales Strategy in line with Markets Sales country sales requirements.
    Working closely with the Head of Markets sales to implement sales growth strategy across the portfolio which includes:

    On-boarding relevant clients
    Collaboration with stake holders in mapping and closure of deals

    Working closely with the Head of markets sales to implement the Risk Management Products (RMP’s) roll out in country, which includes:

    Assisting the NPA champion in ensuring that NPA approvals are obtained for markets product
     Looking for opportunities to present RMP’s to clients and Closing RMP deals

    Ensure that all branch FX transactions are advised and covered through the FX trading desk for efficient management of FX position
    Acting as the primary point of contact for both internal (Corporate & RBB) and external Markets Sales clients, ensuring regular face-to-face engagement with the Corporate team to promote teamwork
    Manage one’s Direct Dealing Mandate (DDM) client portfolio, to include:

    Daily contact with DDM clients
    Regular face-to-face interaction with DDM clients
    Regular contact with principal Relationship Manager

    Managing one’s allocated client portfolio and support the team in the management of the other client portfolios where needed
    Under the direction of the Head of Markets Sales achieving a leading position in the chosen products, markets and segments by:

    Spending at least 50% of one’s time meeting with existing and identified new clients
    Giving superior customer service
    Presenting the full NBC product set to clients whilst managing the product portfolio to suit client needs
    Expanding the customer base to financial institutions and investors as is appropriate
    Engaging with and delivering on Business Banking initiatives to grow the client base and the product distribution
    Undertaking customer visits and joint customer visits with Corporate

    Managing one’s client portfolio to generate strong growth and sustainable returns over the business cycle with special focus on Customer Service and Financial Performance
    Assisting the Head of Markets Sales in achieving strategic and tactical objectives

     
    Accountability:  Reporting : Time split : 5%

    Providing reporting on client growth, volume and profitability in one’s own portfolio
    Updating client pipeline and tracking the same for closure.
    Providing detailed Management Information to the Head of Markets Sales on the composition, performance and profitability of the client portfolios on a monthly basis
    Assisting the Head of Markets Sales with any ad-hoc reporting requests

    Accountability:  Risk management.  Time split : 10%

    Maintaining a strong compliance culture
    Adhering to all the policies and procedures of the bank
    Ensuring that all deals are dealt within dealer limits (market risk limits, counterparty limits, dealer’s mandate)
    Ensuring high quality of service to all clients (reputational risk)

     
    Accountability:  Personal Development.  Time split : 10%

    Actively managing one’s own technical and soft skills development in conjunction with the Head of Markets Sales
    Researching, identifying and proposing training solutions for own development to the Head of Markets Sales
    Maintain an up to-date knowledge of economic conditions and market trends, on which to base informed dialogue with customers concerning the market risks in their business.

     
    Education and Experience Required

    Bachelor’s degree
    ACI Dealing Certificate
    1-2+ years related experience

    Knowledge & Skills: (Maximum of 6) Competencies:  (Maximum of 8 competencies)

    Knowledge of Markets products
    Knowledge of Sales Techniques
    Understanding of interest rate and foreign exchange markets
    Understanding of interest rate risk, foreign exchange risk and credit risk
    Understanding of the policies, procedures and ethical requirements of a Markets environment
    Understanding of Markets back-office operations
    Excel competency
    Communication skills
    Understanding of political and economic activity and the impact on economic trend and outlook

    Qualifications
    Bachelors Degree and Professional Qualifications – Business, Commerce and Management Studies, Commercial mindset – Junior (Meets all of the requirements), Customer Excellence – Service Delivery (Meets all of the requirements), Digital familiarity (Meets all of the requirements), Effective communication – Basic (Meets all of the requirements), Experience in a similar environment at junior specialist level, Openness to change (Meets some of the requirements and would need further development), Product and/or Service Knowledge (Meets all of the requirements), Sales Management (Meets all of the requirements)
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  • Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, Learning (MEAL) Team Leader at Danish Refugee Council

    Founded in 1956, The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian, non-governmental, non-profit organization providing direct assistance to conflict-affected populations – refugees, internally displaced people (IDPs) and host communities – in more than 40 countries around the world. DRC has been implementing emergency response projects in Tanzania since the onset of the Burundi refugee crisis in 2015 in three refugee camps in the Kigoma Region at the border with Burundi. DRC’s integrated projects for refugees, asylum seekers and host communities comprise sectors such as Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM), Protection (CBP, PSN, GBV, CP and Legal), Shelter and infrastructure, and Economic Recovery.
    Overall purpose of the role: 
    This post holder will lead the development and management of the MEAL strategy and workplan; and contribute to DRC strategy, DRC accountability commitments and learning needs and priorities. Managing a small MEAL team they will work with programme and project managers to ensure effective implementation of the monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning strategies and global standards; support mainstreaming MEAL throughout the PCM and reinforce quality programme management.
    Responsibilities:
    People Management

    Day to day management of the MEAL team staff (assistants and officers) including recruitment, induction, performance and improvement management
    Oversea and manage recruitment and management of pool of enumerators (casual workers) to support data collection
    Support the Information Management colleagues with technical tasks such as data visualisation, snapshot, and other reports.
    Ensure the collaboration and complementary between the MEAL team and the Information Management and Programme colleagues.

    AO MEAL capacities and commitments

    Identify and plan for the human resources, financial resources (budgets), needed to carry out MEAL activities in the area of responsibility
    Apply DRC guidance with regards to GDPR and data protection in the area of responsibility, specifically for MEAL related data. Liaise with relevant internal counterparts responsible for data protection.
    Lead on capacity building, training and support for programme and sectors and field staff to improve the field monitoring or any other MEAL needs.

    Results Monitoring and programme quality support

    Engage in and support quality throughout Project Cycle Management, in line with DRC guidance and division of labour, accommodating external requirements, including the development of adequate MEAL plans, tools and processes relevant for the area of responsibility.
    Participate in and contribute to (as appropriate) project Kick-off meetings, Quarterly Review meetings and Close-out meetings in order to highlight cross-project components aimed at replicating good practices and strengthening synergies between projects or programmes.
    Lead and contribute (as appropriate) to collect, monitor and analyse data to improve results, relevance and programme quality in the area of responsibility.
    Ensure the development of appropriate monitoring, tracking and reporting systems, tools and templates that enhance monitoring of program outputs and quality, generate quality evidence on program outcome and promote and ensure use of data for decision-making processes.
    Design, refine and deploy data collection which combines quantitative and qualitative methods and tools in the area of responsibility.
    Plan for, manage and quality assure the field data collection and field monitoring processes and tools.
    Ensure the application of ethical principles in the field work, including with regards to DRC Code of Conduct, Protection referral protocols and SOPs.
    Plan for and perform data quality assurance in data collection, data entry and data processing in the area of responsibility.
    Establish and maintain processes and protocols for data protection, storage, sharing, and security in the area of responsibility.
    Lead and manage development and maintenance of the MEAL plans, Indicator Tracking Tools and implementation of MEAL obligations in line with PCM.
    Lead the analysis and reporting of MEAL qualitative and quantitative data (e.g. baseline and endline assessment reports) collected in line with internal information needs and external reporting obligations.

    Accountability

    Identify, plan for and implement different mechanisms for CFM including community engagement and feedback in monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning in the area of responsibility.
    Assess, design new and improve existing accountability mechanisms, including Community Feedback Mechanism processes, tools and SOPs.
    Promote the global CFM guidance, adapt tools and roll-out CFM mechanisms
    Ensure actions are followed to up close the feedback loop and ensure all complaints are processed in a timely, safe and accountable manner.
    Liaise with Regional Office and HQ during regular CHS certification audits, CHS self-assessment processes and follow-up on the improvement plan.

    Evaluation, analysis and learning

    Lead and contribute (as appropriate) to analysis, evaluation, and research for data-driven evidence and use in the area of responsibility.
    Support utilisation of results for better planning and decision making; and share knowledge and learning for improved programming within DRC and beyond, within the area of responsibility.
    Translate MEAL findings into organisational learning; plan and implement learning events and design appropriate learning products.
    Regularly present the key MEAL findings and feedback to the supervisors, and when relevant to the Senior Management Team for further development.
    Design and manage evaluations in compliance with DRC evaluation policy, from development of ToRs, to advising management on approval of final report, to dissemination of evaluation.

    As Manager the post-holder is responsible for the following          

    Accountable for achieving DRC’s strategic goals and objectives within the area of responsibility
    Accountable for making significant decisions on what the unit does: its purpose, functions and role, and for making commitments and decisions that require the expenditure of significant unit resources.
    Accountable for people management of direct reports, generally at least 3 employees. This includes hiring & firing, objective setting, probation, performance appraisal, development of staff, managing performance, including poor performance, etc.
    Accountable for making sound decisions based on DRC policies, MOPs, standards, and the advice of technical experts in DRC
    Perform other duties as directed by the Grants Manager, Area Manager and Country Director

    Experience and technical competencies: (include years of experience)
    a) Essential

    Minimum 3-4 years of relevant work experience in monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning of humanitarian and development programmes.

    Experience working with International NGO’s, UN agencies, line ministries and/or local authorities in migrants/refugee settings and/or in emergencies.
    Proven experience in effectively working with a variety of donors’ requirements including FCDO, EU, DANIDA and UN agencies (as required).
    Strong understanding of monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning principles and processes, including database management, reporting etc.
    Demonstrated experience with DRC Core Sectors.
    Mastered understanding of mix-methods approach, research methodologies and the nature and use of evidence, participatory methodologies.
    Demonstrated understanding of Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS) and ability to apply accountability and ethical standards in everyday work.
    Mastered competencies in working with analysis frameworks, with data analysis for quantitative and qualitative data and communicating evidence.
    Experience of working with or providing support to partners and/or a partnership model of working, when relevant.
    Experience of working with GIS or other data visualisation software.
    Demonstrable experience in the nurturing of organisational learning in programmes.
    Proven facilitation and training skills with diverse audiences of NGO practitioners, including staff capacity building.
    Demonstrated ability to work and deliver under pressure, within budget and time constraints and to manage priorities.
    Excellent skill in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and Office365.
    Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to adjust communication to various stakeholders and audiences.

    b) Desirable

    Knowledge of ArcGIS/QGIS, NVivo (or other qualitative analysis software)

    Education: (include certificates, licenses etc.)

    A Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (international development, social sciences, statistics, public health, etc.) + at least 4 years of relevant experience. A Master’s degree in relevant field + at least 4 years of relevant experience

    Languages: (indicate fluency level)

    English (fluent)

    Swahili (fluent)
    Local language (desirable)

    Information
    Employment category: Band G
    Job listings
    Reporting to: Grants Manager
    Technical Line Manager: Grants Manager
    Direct report: Officers & Assistants
    Unit/department: Grants and MEAL
    Location: Kibondo
    Key stakeholders: (internal and external)

    Key stakeholders: (internal and external)
    Senior Management, including SMT, Area Manager
    Technical Coordinators and Programme Managers
    CSO Partners
    Refugee Leaders and Committees
    Donors including UN, Danish Embassy, EU
    MOHA

    All DRC roles require the post-holder to master DRC’s core competencies:  

    Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
    Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
    Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
    Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
    Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.

    Providing equal opportunities  We are committed to creating an inclusive and positive work environment based on mutual respect for all employees. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, age, ability, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other factor. At DRC we celebrate diversity and appreciate our employees for the people they are and their unique skills, backgrounds, and perspectives. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.
    Job listings
    DRC strives to attract, motivate and retain qualified national staff within its programs. As such, we strongly encourage national and diaspora candidates to apply for this position. However, candidates should take into consideration that DRC cannot employ, under an international contract, a national of the country in which he or she will be working (in this case, the  United Republic of Tanzania)
    Promoting high standards : DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.
    Application and CV
    Only motivated applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications, sent together with a CV, will be considered.
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  • Grants Management Specialist at Danish Refugee Council

    Founded in 1956, The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a humanitarian, non-governmental, non-profit organization providing direct assistance to conflict-affected populations – refugees, internally displaced people (IDPs) and host communities – in more than 40 countries around the world. DRC has been implementing emergency response projects in Tanzania since the onset of the Burundi refugee crisis in 2015 in three refugee camps in the Kigoma Region at the border with Burundi. DRC’s integrated projects for refugees, asylum seekers and host communities comprise sectors such as Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM), Protection (CBP, PSN, GBV, CP and Legal), Shelter and infrastructure, and Economic Recovery.
    Overall purpose of the role: 
    The Grants Management Specialist position will provide essential grant management support to the Business Development and Quality Manager and Head of Program in delivering quality programs in line with the DRC Tanzania strategy and country action plan.
    The Grants Specialist is responsible for the coordination and development of high quality reports and proposals for DRC’s programs in Tanzania.
    The Grants Specialist will ensure grant management throughout the grant management cycle, including ensuring timely and high quality reports are submitted to donors and grants management databases and tools are kept updated. This position will ensure and provide guidance on compliance with donor and internal DRC rules and regulations, and is further responsible for grants management capacity-building efforts.
    Reporting to the Grants Manager (GM), this position will work closely with all departments and staff including Program Managers, Specialists, HR, Finance, and Operations on compliance, donor regulations, business development, and reporting.

    Responsibilities:
    Grants Management & Reporting:

    Coordinate and support the development and finalization of high-quality, timely reports for donors, partners, and government on programme progress, ensuring all donor reporting requirements are met and strategically positioned to demonstrate DRCs leadership in programming in the country context.
    Support the Grants Management Manager in providing timely, thorough responses to information requests from internal and external sources.
    Support the Grants Management Manager in overseeing proposal development processes, including drafting and producing high quality concept notes and proposals and coordinating with all business areas.
    Support the Grants Management Manager and Country Director with the development of programme strategy and/or drafting of position papers and other related initiatives leveraging evidence from programmes.
    Support the Grants Management Manager in ensuring sound project cycle management across the country portfolio.
    Serve as main gatekeeper of high-quality reporting and communication activities for all portfolios, drafting original content and providing strategic guidance on positioning and messaging of all reporting and communications materials.
    Support the process of needs assessment data collection.
    Serve as main gatekeeper of donor compliance for all portfolios, providing operational guidance to programme teams based on donors’ rules and regulations.
    Ensure that DRC Dynamics is updated and relevant functionalities correctly used.

    Partnerships

    Serve as focal point on Partnerships, acting as the focal point for the partners as needed through the vetting process and project lifecycle.
    Support the development of strategic partnerships and partner mapping.
    Lead the maintenance of a partnership tracking database for the mission.
    Support partners to develop proposals for DRC programmatic and related activities
    Proposes tools to improve long-term partnership management. Ensures that the capacity building plan is carried out according to the approved timeline.
    Ensure that the partnership steps (vetting, contracting, support) are carried out according to DRC procedures and donors regulations. Ensures throughout the project that the commitments of both parties (DRC and partners) are carried out in accordance with the terms of the signed contracts (e.g., requests for funds, justification of expenditures, production and sharing of reports, etc.)

    Capacity Development

    Undertake training for program and operation staff on grants management principles and processes to enhance quality within DRC programming. Topics could include donor compliance, report writing, proposal development, and other topics as needed.
    Update, streamline, and disseminate grants management tools and resources.

    Other

    Lead initiative to identify, research, write, and report on key sector success stories for internal and external audiences, packaging stories that center on evidence to further illustrate impact of the programming.
    Increase visibility and ensure leadership positioning through developing strategic communication materials, such as sector profiles, impact reports, programme briefings and other relevant pieces.
    Raise any issues of non-compliance and assure compliance with DRC standards and procedures.
    Provide regular updates to the Grants Manager.
    Perform other duties as agreed with the Grants Manager.

    Experience and technical competencies: (include years of experience)

    At least 3 years of grants management experience with an international NGO.
    Knowledge of donor rules, regulations, and procedures of donors including but not limited to US and European donors, EU funding mechanisms, and UN agencies.
    Proven experience in capacity building and training of national staff and partners.
    Full professional proficiency in English

    Education: (include certificates, licenses etc.)

    University degree in international relations, project management, business administration, or equivalent professional qualification

    Languages: (indicate fluency level)

    Excellent English written and spoken is essential
    Knowledge of local language

    Information
    Employment category: Band F
    Reporting to: Grants Manager
    Technical Line Manager: Grants Manager
    Direct report: N/A
    Unit/department: Grants and MEAL
    Location: Kibondo
    Key stakeholders: (internal and external)

    Donors
    Partners

    Project Managers
    MEAL Team leader
    Consortium Partnerships manager
    Finance Team

    All DRC roles require the post-holder to master DRC’s core competencies:  

    Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
    Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
    Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
    Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
    Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with our vision and values.

    Providing equal opportunities  We are committed to creating an inclusive and positive work environment based on mutual respect for all employees. All applicants are considered for employment without attention to race, age, ability, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other factor. At DRC we celebrate diversity and appreciate our employees for the people they are and their unique skills, backgrounds, and perspectives. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.
    DRC strives to attract, motivate and retain qualified national staff within its programs. As such, we strongly encourage national and diaspora candidates to apply for this position. However, candidates should take into consideration that DRC cannot employ, under an international contract, a national of the country in which he or she will be working (in this case, the  United Republic of Tanzania)
    Promoting high standards : DRC’s capacity to ensure the protection of and assistance to refugees, IDP’s and other persons of concern depends on the ability of our staff to uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in relation DRC’s values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. DRC conducts thorough and comprehensive background checks as part of the recruitment process.
    Application and CV
    Only motivated applications that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications, sent together with a CV, will be considered.
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  • Optometrist at CCBRT

    Vacancy:
    Optometrist
    Ref: 2025-10
    Comprehensive Community Based Rehabilitation in Tanzania (CCBRT) aims to be the leading provider of accessible specialized health services in Africa and serves as healthcare social enterprise and through development programmes in the community and the most vulnerable. Committed to preventing lifelong disabilities wherever possible, CCBRT is also engaged in extensive maternal and newborn healthcare (MNHC) activities including obstetric fistula repairs. Its Maternity and Newborn Wing serves as a referral centre for high risk and emergency deliveries in the region of Dar es Salaam and the Eastern Zone of Tanzania.
    In line with stregtherning our Ophthalmology and Optical services, 
    CCBRT is looking for a dynamic and experianced Optometrist to treat patients with refractive errors and prescribe appropriate glasses. The role

    Refraction for all Inpatients and Outpatients.
    Performing both objective and subjective refraction for all patients.
    Evaluating refractive error and documenting in respective files correctly
    Performing additional tests and examinations as required.
    Assisting colleague optometrist in their daily routine work.

    The candidate

    Degree or Diploma in Optometry
    Minimum of 1 year post-intern working experience with reputable organisation.
    Registered with the Optometry council
    Computer Literate
    Excellent interpersonal skills
    Excellent verbal and writtern communication skills (both English and Swahili)
    Team worker with client focus
    A pro-active attitude and eagerness to work

     
    If you are interested, please submit your curriculum vitae with 2 references and a cover letter telling us why you believe you are the right person for the role.
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  • Restaurant Manager at Hyatt

    Located on the pristine shores of Zanzibar. Park Hyatt Zanzibar offers an unparalleled luxury experience, combining destination the charm of the island with refined elegance. Our Beach House Restaurant is a signature dining destination that blends exceptional cuisine with breathtaking views of Indian ocean, we are seeking a dynamic and experience Beach House Restaurant Manager to lead our team and continue delivering extraordinary dining experiences for our guest
     

    Qualifications

    3x years’ experience in a Restaurant Manager or similar role, preferably in a luxury beach front setting .
    Strong leadership and tram management skills.
    Excellent quest service and communication anilities.
    Experience with budget management, cost control and driving profitability.
    Ability to thrive in a fast paced, high-pressure environment.

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  • Sales Executive at Precision Air

    SALES EXECUTIVE (1 Position(s))
    Responsibility:
    ROLE PURPOSE OF THE STATEMENT
    To sell Precision Air product and network to achieve the set sales targets within the assigned territory.
    KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

    Drive the Passenger Sales and Marketing plan and deliver the company’s business objectives.
    Monitor, evaluate and recommend pricing levels to deliver expected yield, margin and revenue targets
    Assist to safeguard PW’s interest in the assigned territory.
    Manage relationships with the travel trade and corporate companies to enhance the company’s image and revenue generation.
    Provide input and participate in the identification and progress of new business opportunities for revenue growth (through special prorate/ interline agreements/partnerships etc).
    Participate in PW’s passenger revenue budget process.
    Assess and propose appropriate incentive schemes to TA, Corporate travel, and Govt so as to enhance productivity, efficiency and maximization of revenue.
    Develop and monitor expenditure budget/actual and control costs.
    Any other duties as may be assigned by the management.

    Qualification Required:
    PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

    Achieve passenger and revenue targets for assigned area
    Visible revenue/ passenger number growth
    Growth in Corporate contracts
    Incentive schemes for Travel Agent, Govt. and Corporate travel
    High efficiency standards through quality of customer relationshipCOMPETENCIES
    High level of integrity
    Customer focused and good PR
    Highly motivated individual who works well in a team setting
    Decisive and confident
    Result oriented
    Good negotiator and articulate communicator
    Revenue and cost conscious

    Experience :
    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE

    University Graduate
    3 years’ airline experience in sales and marketing
    Excellent computer skills
    Strong analytical and visionary skills
    Planning and organizational skills
    Business acumen
    Knowledge of airline business processes is an added advantage
    Must have a Valid police certificate of good conduct
    Valid Driver’s License with clean driving records

    Job Opening date : 07-May-2025
    Job closing date : 21-May-2025
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  • Assistant Director of Food & Beverage at Four Seasons

    About Four Seasons:
    Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.         
    At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
    About the location:
    Join us deep in the heart of the world’s most celebrated wildlife reserves, where the Big Five – the lion, the leopard, the buffalo, the elephant and the rhinoceros – run free on the endless, untamed landscape. Perched on a series of elevated platforms and walkways, our Lodge sits next to an animal watering hole, where you can watch a family of elephants stop for their morning drink. Nestled in the heart of Central Serengeti amid wide-open plains, our Lodge is just a 45-minute drive from the Seronera Airstrip, accessible by connecting flights from three main airports within Tanzania. This beautiful lodge opened under the Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts family in December 2012, and has 77 rooms including 12 suites and 5 villas, 3 stunning Food and Beverage venues, our unique Discovery Centre offering an interactive experience where you can learn about the wildlife, history and people of the Serengeti, Kijana Kids Club, a spa with 6 free-standing treatment pavilions offering bespoke rituals and treatments that celebrate Africa’s magic and mystique, fitness center and a dedicated team bringing your magical wildlife safaris experiences to life.
     
    The Assistant Director of Food & Beverage is a senior manager who works closely with the Director to ensure guests receive the highest level of food and service.
     
    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
    1. Select, train, evaluate, lead, motivate, coach, and discipline employees and managers in multiple Food & Beverage operations and outlets to ensure that established cultural and core standards are met.
    2. Control labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control while focusing on creative revenue generation solutions to maximize profit.
    3. Play an active role in the Lodge’s Guardian Angel Program and lead from the front to create a successful guest relations program.
    4. Strive to not only maintain but to elevate the offer through training, development and implementation of new concepts.
    5. The ability to work closely with the Food & Beverage Director, Executive Chef and Sous Chefs to design an effective menu and wine list while ensuring excellent product quality at a fair price.
    6. Communicate with employees and managers to ensure operational needs are met as well as attend regular operational meetings to ensure effective coordination and cooperation between departments.
    7. Ensure training is carried out on service standards / food tastings / wine programs and cocktail and drink lists to ensure employees are comfortable in delivering truly luxury guest experiences.
    8. Comply with Four Seasons’ Category One and Category Two Work Rules and Standards of Conduct as set forth in Employee handbook.
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    9. Work harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and supervisors.
    10. Part of the Mentor Program to assist to develop local upcoming Mmgt and supervisory talent.
    11. Ensure all back of house Still Rooms and Storage areas are consistently maintained and up kept. Ensure cleaning and tracking programs are in place for cleaning / maintenance of all equipment including fridges / ice machines / coffee machines etc.
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  • Business Development Manager at Bolt

    We’re looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to join our Bolt Business team in Tanzania. You’ll drive our sales growth, reach out to businesses, meet clients, pitch, negotiate, and close deals for mid-sized businesses.
    About Us
    With over 200 million users in 50+ countries, Bolt is one of the fastest-growing tech companies in Europe and Africa. And it’s all thanks to our people.
    We believe in creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or ability.
    Our ultimate goal is to make cities for people, not cars. And we need your help on this mission!
    About The Role
    As a Business Development Manager, you’ll have an in-depth understanding of SMB and SME clients, establish strong connections, and confidently demonstrate the features and benefits of our B2B offering.
    This role is a good match for you if you have sales experience in a fast-paced company and are keen to be part of a team responsible for amplifying Bolt Business’s success and supporting our ambitious growth and expansion plans.
    Main tasks and responsibilities:

    Managing the sales funnel, including processing leads, prospecting, cold calling, closing deals, and building up a well-balanced pipeline while ensuring qualitative top-of-funnel inputs and high conversion rates to meet the output goals.
    Setting up thought-through outreach strategies to establish strong customer relationships with medium businesses and ensuring the successful completion of newly acquired deals.
    Achieving growth and hitting sales targets (leveraging the benefits of an uncapped commission scheme) by implementing effective strategies, identifying and targeting potential customers, and analysing and optimising performance.
    Sharing regular updates on the overall business progress and successes with the management team.
    Providing market feedback to the Product team and playing an essential role in developing our solutions based on businesses’ needs.
    Monitoring emerging markets, identifying new opportunities, and promptly responding to market shifts and challenges by removing existing obstacles.

    About you:

    You have at least 5 years of experience in fast-paced B2B sales, with strong professional expertise in selling business services to SMEs and mid-sized businesses. Having a degree is advantageous.
    You’re passionate about sales and consistently achieve ambitious targets, driven by a results-oriented mindset and a commitment to exceeding expectations.
    You have a proven track record of sourcing and successfully closing mid-market clients and excel in driving revenue growth.
    You can effectively communicate in English and Swahili, efficiently network, and build meaningful relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
    You demonstrate a highly data-driven, analytical mindset and are an experienced CRM user (preferably Salesforce) who can examine data to optimise your activities.
    Your hands-on work demonstrates a high level of initiative in actively seeking solutions to challenges and a strong sense of ownership.

    Experience is great, but what we really look for is drive, intelligence, and integrity. So even if you don’t tick every box, please consider applying!
    Why you’ll love it here:

    Play a direct role in shaping the future of mobility.
    Impact millions of customers and partners in 600+ cities across 50+ countries.
    Work in fast-moving autonomous teams with some of the smartest people in the world.
    Accelerate your professional growth with unique career opportunities.
    Get a rewarding salary and stock option package that lets you focus on doing your best work.
    Take care of your physical and mental health with our wellness perks.
    Some perks may differ depending on your location and role.

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  • Accountant Intern at Hand in Hand Eastern Africa-Tanzania (HIHEA TZ)

    Vacancy Advertisement: Accountant InternHand in Hand Eastern Africa – Tanzania (HIHEA TZ)
    Hand in Hand Eastern Africa-Tanzania (HIHEA TZ) is a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) registered in Tanzania since 2018, with a mandate to operate in the country. HIHEA TZ is part of the Hand in Hand Global Network. Our vision is to empower society, especially women, through the creation of sustainable enterprises and jobs. HIHEA TZ currently leads field operations through six branches: Moshi, Arusha, Manyara, Dodoma, Singida, and Meatu.
    Position Title: Accountant InternReference Number: HTZ ACC-INTERN-03/2025 (01)Location: ArushaDeadline: 09th May, 2025

    1. Job Summary
    The Accountant Intern will support the finance department in ensuring proper financial documentation, transaction processing, and compliance with internal controls. The intern will assist in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports, and providing general accounting and administrative support for the country office.
    2. Duties and Responsibilities
    R1: Financial Support

    Assist in preparing payment vouchers, journal entries, and other financial documentation.

    Help in reviewing and verifying supporting documents to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with HIHEA TZ financial policies.

    Support the entry of transactions into the accounting system.

    Assist with cash and bank reconciliations.

    Help maintain an up-to-date and well-organized filing system for financial records.

    R2: Budget and Reporting Support

    Assist in tracking budget expenditures against approved budgets and report on variances.

    Help prepare monthly and quarterly financial summaries.

    R3: Audit and Compliance

    Assist in preparing audit schedules and providing documentation to auditors as requested.

    Support the finance team in ensuring compliance with internal financial policies and donor requirements.

    Help monitor expense documentation for accuracy and policy compliance.

    R4: Administrative and Logistics Support

    Support the procurement and inventory management processes, including proper documentation and reconciliations.

    Assist in preparing staff travel advances, ensuring timely retirements and reconciliation.

    Provide support during trainings, meetings, and other organizational events requiring financial coordination.

    R5: Other Duties

    Perform any other finance or administration-related duties as delegated by the Supervisor.

    3. Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Other
    Education and Training

    Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

    Skills and Competencies

    Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.

    Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Word.

    Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics NAV, QuickBooks) is an added advantage.

    Strong organizational and attention to detail skills.

    Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity in financial matters.

    Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

    Fluent in both English and Swahili.

    Willingness to learn and work in a team-oriented environment.

    Must be based in Arusha.

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