Job
Title: Manager
Employer: Tanzania Financial Services for Underserved Settlements (TAFSUS)
Duty Station: Tanzania
Application Deadline: 18th July 2013
REPORTING TO: BOARD OF DIRECTORS
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Tanzania Financial Services for Underserved Settlements (TAFSUS) is a
non-profit company registered under the Company Act and set up in Tanzania to
provide support to underserved settlements in Tanzania. TAFSUS has been
set up to provide an invaluable service of free consultation and management
advice to communities living in slums and other underserved settlements to
enable them to upgrade their settlements. TAFSUS is supported by the
Slum Upgrading Facility (SUF) of the UN-Habitat.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the supervision of the TAFSUS Board Chairman and guidance of the SUF
Coordinator of UN-Habitat, the Manager will be responsible for the following
tasks:
Managing TAFSUS
• Establish and/or oprationalise controls and oversight systems of the
institution, ensure sound practices based on the TAFSUS Operations Manual,
rules, regulations and directions of the UN-Habitat and other related laws of
the nation.
• Review the institution’s financial and operational conditions, maintain
continuous operations and recommend viable alternatives for cost effective
operation.
• Prepare and operationalise a Management/Business Plan that establishes goals
and objectives for the management of the institution and oversee its
implementation.
• Ensure that the institution is operated in a safe and sound manner as guided
by the necessary laws and regulations and eliminates fraudulent activities and
avoids influence.
• Develop a model that will ensure the financial viability of TAFSUS
• Oversee and supervise officers below him.
Project and Programme Identification & Implementation
• Identify, assist and work with communities in underserved settlements so that
they can enhance their creditworthiness and therefore utilize credit to improve
their settlements.
• Identify viable projects/programmes, prepare briefing notes, draft TORs for
project design
• Recommend to the Board, projects for approval, and oversee project implementation
• Monitor the progress of projects
• Identify capacity building requirements of project partners including
communities
• Direct the TAFSUS team in provision of capacity building services to project
partners through sourcing on local available information.
• Assist in drafting Annual Implementation Plan, progress reports and other
documents and reports as may be required by the Board.
• Assist in drafting of Reference for consultants and other technical
assistance providers
• Ensure smooth exchange of inputs and information between SUF PMU Team, HPM
Office and their consultants and project partners.
• Strengthen communication among relevant stakeholders
• Assist in coordinating agenda and support TAFSUS objectives
Liaison with Partners
• Strengthen links, partnerships and communications with SUF/TAFSUS local
partners
• Promote and maintain partnerships with national institutions related to
underserved settlements including the Ministry of Lands, Housing and Human
Settlements Development, Local Government Authorities, the Prime Minister’s
Office, Academic and Research institutions, and local financial institutions
• Enhance links and seek participation in settlement upgrading by development
partners, such as Cities Alliance, Slum Dwellers International, Plan
International. Action Aid, Concern, Care International, Water Aid and others
Knowledge Management and Information Dissemination
• Ensure co-ordination with local urban sector activities, by liaising with
governments, donors and programmes to have in place knowledge and information
related to underserved settlements.
• Disseminate information such as campaign materials, Habitat publications and
policies relevant to the SUF program.
Administration and Reporting
• Maintain records of all revenue and expenditure and arrange for suitable
accounting as requirement for SUF PMU and TAFSUS.
• Organize and facilitate TAFSUS Board Meetings.
• Publish material to promote TAFSUS in Tanzania
• Assist in Providing monthly /quarterly reports to the SUF PMU, UN-Habitat
• Make arrangements for visits by the SUF PMU and UN-Habitat officials.
REQUIRED SKILLS, COMPETENCES AND QUALIFICATIONS
• A Degree in Business Management / Human Resources Management / Development
Studies, Civil Engineering, Housing, Real Estate studies, or a similar
Professional Qualifications. Knowledge of accounts and financial management
will be an added advantage
• 5 years of experience in a strategic management role, preferably in similar
role with a proven track record.
• Overseas work exposure or prior experience in the development field is added
advantage.
• High degree of responsibility and ability to work independently in order to
meet strict deadlines
• Capacity to manage a company and advise the Board of Directors
• Ability to communicate and interact with staff at all levels of the
organization and to work effectively with a wide range of groups in a diverse
community to motivate teams and simultaneously arrange several projects.
• A dynamic, passionate personality, with very high level of integrity
and networking
• A very clear understanding of the housing and settlement sector in Tanzania
and elsewhere
DURATION OF CONTRACT
The contract of employment will be for a period of two years renewable
depending on the attainment of TAFSUS goals.
REMUNERATION
The successful candidate will be provided with attractive remuneration that is
commensurate with his/her qualifications and experience.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants should forward their applications comprising of typed
application letters, CVs and copies of certificates. The application
should also be accompanied with a one page statement describing the applicant’s
understanding of the issues facing the underserved settlements in Tanzania and
how she/he plans to address the issues given the objectives of TAFSUS if he/she
becomes the Manager of TAFSUS. Shortlisted Candidates will be invited
for an interview within a short notice.
Applications should be sent to following address by 18th July 2013:
The Board Chairperson,
Tanzania Financial Services for the Underserved Settlements (TAFSUS)
P. O. Box 79603, Dar es Salaam
Email: info@tafsus.co.tz
