Program Manager Job Opportunity at Embassy Of Sweden 2021
PROGRAM MANAGER – GOVERNANCE
We would like to invite applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Program Manager responsible for governance with a focus on rule of law and gender equality
Scope and responsibilities:
In close cooperation with colleagues, you will contribute to Sweden’s combined effort to implement the strategy 2020 – 2024, to achieve the overall objective of Swedish development cooperation of supporting people in poverty and under oppression to improve their living conditions.
We strive to support change through a holistic multidimensional perspective on poverty. Follow-up and close cooperation with partner organizations are also at the core of our approach.
We are looking for a new person to welcome to our team that has a good ability to collaborate and build trusting relationships with ajira both colleagues and external partners. You also need to have the ability to lead yourself by self-sustaining, taking initiatives, and pushing issues forward.
To succeed in this role, you should have the ability to communicate effectively. Finally, it is important to be flexible; solution-oriented, and capable of handling the unpredictable.
The position involves being responsible for the following main tasks:
- Managing contributions within the area of governance with a particular focus on the rule of law and gender equality.
- Be the focal point for gender equality at the Embassy.
- Contribute to the overall dialogue and coordination within the area of governance.
- Contribute to analysis as well as operational planning, implementation, follow up and reporting of the strategy focusing mainly on governance, rule of law and gender equality.
- Contribute to strategic communication in the field.
- Be an active team member at the Embassy contributing to the overall responsibilities of the Embassy. Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- At least a Law degree or equivalent
- At least 5 years of experience in development cooperation, including contribution management as well as follow up and dialogue with partners.
- Excellent command of written and spoken English and Kiswahili.
- Ability to engage in dialogue with different actors
- Ability to translate strategies and analyses into concrete actions with clear goals
- Ability to collaborate in groups towards common goals
- Basic knowledge of contribution management and administrative skills
To succeed in this role, you should have:
- Expertise in the areas of rule of law in Tanzania and gender equality.
- Experience from working for other international development partners
If you are interested in this job opportunity, e-mail us your CV (max, suitability for the role. Please, do not include your certificates. Write line. The deadline is 16th July 2021. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted
We regret the vacancy is not ideal for fresh graduates.
Executive Search and Selection Division
Prospect Africa Limited
E-mail: recruitment@prospect-africa.net
The deadline for submitting the application is 16 July 2021.