EMPOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT AFRICA RICE CENTRE AND IFAKARA HEALTH INSTITUTE
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Ref: GSS/14/CS/2014/07
JOB TITTLE: HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER (ESA)
The Africa Rice Center (AfricaRice) is seeking a highly qualified Human resources Officer to be based at AfricaRice, Dar es salaam.
About AfricaRice
AfricaRice is one of the 15 international agricultural research Centers that are members of the
CGIAR Consortium. It is also an autonomous intergovernmental association of African
Member countries.
Responsibilities
The human Resource officer will be in charge of two-level activities: activities related to the day to day operation of the regional station that will take 80% of his/her time, and activities related to human resources Projects conducted by the headquarters that will take 20% of his/her time. She/he will carry out his/her activities under the functional supervision of the regional representative.
More specifically, the incumbent should:
Day to day operation of the regional station
• Lead the local and regional recruitment processes in collaboration with the headquarters
• Welcome new staff member and ensure their integration in conformity with the policy in use
• Coordinate the evaluation process of the general support staff (GSS) in conformity with current procedures and report the results to the Headquarters. This activity includes evaluations after probationary periods, end-of-contract evaluations and annual evaluations
• Provide logistic support to the evaluation of internationally recruited staff (IRS) of the regional station
• Manage annual and compensatory leaves of the GSS and IRS staff of the regional station
• Follow up the workforce of the regional station in collaboration with the headquarters
• Identify the health and security related risks at the regional station and propose corrective measures to the regional Representative
• Ensure that AfricaRice practices and policies in human resources management abide by the laws of the country
• Assist the staff of the regional station with issues that comes under the human resources services
• Undertake any other activities under the abovementioned responsibilities at the request of the supervisors.
Activities related to HR Projects
• Work in close collaboration with the headquarters and provide advices and assistance with regard to harmonizing work settings
• Lead specific projects assigned by the Human Resources manager or his designated representative
• Follow modern developments in HRM, particularly developments that could be applicable to the context of the regional station, and advise the Headquarters on the opportunities and possibilities.
Qualifications/Selection Criteria
Education: University degree in Human resources management, business or public administration, social sciences, education or related field. Advanced degree is an asset.
Work Experience: Five years’ work experience within a reputable and structured organization, experience in providing strategic advice analysis and recommendations on complex Human Resources management issues; experience in an operational environment in delivering human resources services.
Key competencies required:
• Have ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a multi-cultural and multidisciplinary environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity
• Ability to identify client’s needs and appropriate solutions
• Ability to establish and maintain productive partnerships with clients
• Attentive and can work under pressure
• Hardworking, honest and strong problem solving skills, self-confidence and conflict resolutions skills
• Have the capacity to work effectively in a team
• Ability to take initiative and seek opportunities to initiate action
• Ability to propose innovative ideas and new solutions to work
Language
The candidate should be fluent in English or French. A good working knowledge of the other
language would be an asset.
Terms and Conditions
This is a Regionally recruited position open to citizens from AfricaRice member countries only
AfricaRice provides an attractive international salary and benefits package and a collegial and gender‐sensitive working environment.
The initial appointment is for two years with the possibility for renewal.
Application procedure
Candidates should send an application (including a cover letter and a detailed CV with the
following information: Name, surname, gender, certificates obtained, professional experience
(stating clearly beginning and end dates of each experience: day, month, year), language skills
(French/English), and the names and addresses (including telephone / fax / email) of three
referees.
Please note that the normal retirement age for internationally recruited staff at AfricaRice
is 60.
To apply for this position, please send your applications:
To: HH.Zok@cgiar.org with the vacancy reference in subject: GSS/14/CS/2014/07
Or to the following address: Head, Human Resources Unit, AfricaRice, 01 B.P. 2031,
Cotonou, Benin Republic
Applications will be considered until Friday, 0ctober 10,2014.
AfricaRice is an equal opportunity employer. AfricaRice believes that staff diversity
promotes excellence in its operations and particularly welcomes applications from women
and developing countries.
AfricaRice thanks all applicants but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
To learn more about AfricaRice, please visit our website at
www.AfricaRice.org]
SOURCE; DAILY NEWS SET 8,2014.
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Ifakara Health Institute (IHI) is one of Africa's most eminent health research organizations with a history of more than 50 years. IHI is an independent, non-profit organization, registered in Tanzania and led by Tanzanians. The institute won the Asturias Award for International Cooperation (2008) and several other national and international awards.
This non-governmental organization conducts a wide range of health-related research, including biomedical and environmental studies, trials of drugs, vaccines and diagnostics, health-systems research, and monitoring and evaluation.
TITLE: DEPUTY CHIEF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Job family Management
Supervises Administrative assistants to the directorate
Purpose of The role / job summary reporting to the Chief Executive Director the Deputy Chief Executive Director will be an assistant to the Executive Director. He/she will be working hand in hand with the Chief Executive Director to support him in day to day activities of running the office including but not limited to the following
KEY RESULT AREAS
1. As part of the SMT, contribute to the strategic planning, financial management and day-to-day running of the Institute.
2. Responsible for the management of the scientific output in alignment with donor’s requirements, international scientific and ethical standards.
3. Assist the CED in overseeing the strategic direction of the Institute by monitoring implementation of the scientific activities and nonscientific activities.
4. Assist the Chief Executive Director in running of the Management Meetings.
5. Assist the Chief Executive Director to supervise Heads of Departments / Chief Officers at the Institute.
6. Assist the Executive Director in the preparation of the board papers, taking minutes of Board meetings and assist the Executive Director in implementing the Board and its sub-committees directives
7. Contribute to implementation of strategic plans, financial and administrative policies in support of Institute(s) objectives.
8. Facilitate and pro-actively support grant/contract bids and represent
Institutes in liaison/negotiation with external funding agencies – often
in being solely responsible for the Institute’s Fundraising activities.
9. Approve and support the preparation of research grant applications, advising on sponsor regulations.
10. Authorize the submission of research grant applications on behalf of the Institute
11. Represent Chief Executive Director in meetings within and outside the office
Qualification and skills • Corporate Management, MBA, MPH or similar qualification
• PhD in any scientific field would be an added advantage though not a requirement.
• Knowledge and understanding of the scientific research Management,
• Good overview of research Management
• Good fundraising experience.
Competences necessary of the Job • excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• strong influencing and leadership skills
• excellent planning, organizational and time management skills
• Strategic thinker to anticipate and address short term and long term financial needs and cash flow management issues.
• resilient and able to work well under pressure, priorities a heavy workload and work both reactively and pro-actively
• proven planning skills
• a strategic outlook with the ability to drive change where necessary
• experience of motivating & developing teams –including performance management & appraisals
• highly competent with Information Technology
• a high degree of integrity, tact, diplomacy and corporate spirit
• hands on approach and be a team player
• Result Oriented .
• Work experience 7 years’ experience in leadership position, with strong team coordination.
• Knowledge and understanding of the scientific research management
• Experience in fundraising
• Highly competent with information technology.
• Experience in motivating and developing terms including performance management and appraisal.
• Good planner strategies thinker, result oriented with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
An attractive and competitive remuneration pieces in accordance with the grade and may be determines by the chief executive director will be given successful candidates.
If you believe your career objectives match this challenging role, please send your application by Tuesday 30th September 2014 at 14.00 hrs attachment your CV, copies of certification and qualifications, and three referee’s names to:
Executive search,
People and change advisory,
Price water house coopers limited
Pemba house,369 toure drive,
P.O.BOX 45,
DAR ES SALAAM
TANZANIA.
EMAIL: advisory.recruit@tz.pwc.com
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Source: The Guardian of 9 September 2014
