date: 26 Sep 2016
Objective of the position
To ensure that the project
partners deliver effective and efficient services to vulnerable children, in
line with Terre des Hommes Netherlands’ strategy, policies and procedures, and
as per partner contracts as entered into between Terre des Hommes Netherlands
and the partner.
Specific
Objectives
1. Analysis of
project proposals and assessment of partner organisations
Analyse
the project partners’ context and operational, organisational and project
management, participate in conducting context analysis of proposed projects,
including budgets, and evaluate whether the proposed project is in line with
Terre des Hommes Netherlands’ policies, strategy and laid–down selection
criteria such as formulated within the Calls for Proposals.
Prepare
the necessary documentation for approval of new and on-going partnerships and
project proposals according to the Terre des Hommes Netherlands’ guidelines and
formats.
Advise
whether or not to give the proposal further consideration and discuss the
analysis with the Country Manager, and others as appropriate, in preparation
for final decision making.
2. Programme
results for the partner and programme portfolio
Support
and monitor the project partners through regular communications and programme
visits at least once per quarter and ensure that programme and finance
commitments as per partner contracts are being fulfilled. Liaise with the
Finance and Administration Officer regarding budgets and expenditure.
Ensure
that all scheduled partner and project reports such as progress and financial
reports are delivered timely and that they are of good quality, according to
Terre des Hommes Netherlands’
standards, analyse the received information and compile the necessary reports
to CM.
Support
the Marketing and Communication Officer at Regional Office with information and
materials for marketing and communication, e.g. for the newsletters.
Inform
relevant persons/organisations/institutions on support given to project
partners, project activities and expected results. Maintain the database and
regularly update project documentation/ files for reference by all concerned.
3. Capacity
building of partners
Apply
Terre des Hommes Netherlands’
tools in organisational assessment, M&E and capacity building.
Identify
together with project partners areas for further improvement on management and/
or programme quality of project partners and define frameworks, procedures and
indicators oriented towards improved organisational and project management.
Guide
project partners, give capacity building training and give direction so that
they improve on quality of work, efficiency, effectiveness of the desired
outputs and sustainability of results.
Safeguard
project quality by maintaining an overview of supported projects and evaluating
the quality of work and results. Ensure that project partners follow the terms
and conditions of the signed agreements; facilitate them to keep track of key
factors in project management, implementation and monitoring of results.
4. Other
responsibilities
As
part of a team, translate developments and situation specific information into
thematic and country annual and strategic policies.
To
assist in the continuous assessment of child protection needs and gaps in the
country in order to ensure that these are appropriately reflected in project
strategies and interventions.
To
identify new trends and developments in the area of child exploitation.
Generate
an individual implementation work-plan in line with agreed-on policies.
As
and when relevant, coordinate activities of assigned consultants for specific
tasks, such as research, etc.
Perform
any other duties as relevant for the country programme and as can reasonably be
expected from the position, in consultation with the Country Manager.
Expected Key
Results
Preparation
for decision-making on approval of project proposals and partnerships is done
in such a way that the Country Manager can make a motivated recommendation to
the Regional Office.
Improved
quality of project management and quality service provision to beneficiaries,
efficiency, effectiveness of the desired outputs and sustainability of results.
Improved
quality of Terre des Hommes Netherlands’ programmes, maximum results at
beneficiary level and sufficient quality information to the donors.
Timely
and qualitative reporting, both in narrative as well as financial, on partner
contracts in the software as used by Terre des Hommes Netherlands.
Timely
and pro-active advice to the Country Manager on developments at partner-level,
project location, country-wide and other, that will influence the expected
outcomes of the projects and programme.
Knowledge and
experience
MA in
a relevant field, such as development cooperation, child rights, etc.
Minimum
of three years of experience in a similar position
Experience
with Child Rights based programming is an advantage
Experience
with Lobby & Advocacy
Proven
experience in capacity building of civil society organisations
Knowledge
of and experience in project cycle management, including the use of logical
framework, theory of change and other planning tools
Experience
with financial management
Knowledge
of the political, religious and social structures of the country/ region and
the relevant language(s)
Excellent
writing and communication skills in English and Swahili
This position requires frequent
travel within the country as well as occasionally to the regional office.
Competencies
Results
– oriented
Persuasiveness
Entrepreneurial
and independent attitude
Quality
– oriented
Cooperation
Able
to plan and organise
Reliable
and authentic
Able
to empathise
Able
to communicate well, both verbally and in writing
Our offer
We offer a challenging and
responsible position in a changing environment. Terre des Hommes Netherlands is
a result-driven, professional organisation staffed by individuals dedicated and
determined to prevent and fight child exploitation. Terre des Hommes
Netherlands is an informal organisation where innovative plans are very much
appreciated and decisions can be made quickly given the transparent,
decentralised and basic organisational structure. We offer a competitive
salary, together with a comprehensive package of secondary benefits, including
pension scheme contribution, health insurance, child education allowance,
travel allowance, etc.
**
Please send your motivation
letter together with your detailed CV by e-mail to the Operations Manager at
the Regional Office in Nairobi, on recruitment.africa@tdh.nl before Monday 26th
September, 2016. You are required to clearly demonstrate how you meet the
required qualifications for this position. References are required and will be
verified.
For more information on the
position you may contact the Country Manager for Tanzania on tanzania@tdh.nl. **
