IBTCI TANZANIA JOBS DEC 2013

DEADLINE: 25^th Dec. 2013

Company Profile

International Business & Technical Consultants, Inc. (IBTCI), a U.S. based international development consulting company established in 1987, has worked in over one hundred countries and has implemented over two hundred projects. IBTCI has served governments, private sector companies and several donor agencies in the practice area of Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) across many sectors including education, health, economic growth and democracy & governance.

1. Technical Advisor Knowledge Management Tanzania Mission-wide M&E Program

Proposal Summary IBTCI is currently seeking a Technical Advisor, Knowledge Management for an anticipated Monitoring & Evaluation Project in Tanzania. The project is contracted by USAID Tanzania and is for a period of three years, with 2 additional option years, for a total period of up to five years. The purpose of the contract is to support USAID/Tanzania to improve upon and implement the Tanzania Mission’s Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) system.

Position Summary:

The Technical Advisor, Knowledge Management will substantively engage on a broad range of development issues. Within the subject matter of KM and KS the Technical Advisor, Knowledge Management will be contributing to the further strengthening of a coherent and integrated knowledge management and knowledge sharing service structure, driven by users’ needs, and is responsible for ensuring a strengthened GIS, which will include:

• The installation, functionality and improvement of the existing GIS software (Version 9.3) and a ArcGIS server currently owned by USAID/Tanzania to capture the breadth of qualitative and quantitative performance and contextual spatial data reported by implementing partners;
• Undertaking various spatial data analysis and producing discreet GIS products such as the mapping of USG partner locations and activities countrywide;
• Identifying capacity building needs and develop and implement a capacity building program with milestones in the area of GIS;
• Providing options for building internal GIS capacity by surveying existing resources and proposing the best options that could be included in future grants and contracts; and
• Developing innovative technologies on GIS for M&E reporting and learning. These services will leverage USAIDs collective knowledge but also include KM tools, platforms, approaches and models to support individual partners and projects enhanced performance and capacities, or as a new stand- alone service line when justified. In addition, the TA Knowledge Management will provide technical assistance, support capacity building, and create/maintain databases and websites.

Qualifications

Applicants for this position should be SENIOR level personnel.

Education:

• Master's degree in a knowledge management and/or development related area – (Information, Communication, Economics, Public Policy, Development Management, International Relations, Business Administration etc.) Experience:
• 10 years of overall relevant professional experience, including in knowledge management.
• Experience in developing/managing knowledge management systems/programs.
• Advanced experience with current KM technologies, including GIS.
• Work experience in the region is highly desirable;
• A track record of working experience with increasing responsibilities on donor-funded projects; prior experience with USAID is an advantage; • Experience in leading/managing knowledge product development and dissemination. Language Requirements:
• Fluency (both written and verbal) in English and Kiswahili. Working knowledge of other local languages is an asset.

How to apply:

Please send an updated CV to recruiting@ibtci.com with the subject line “Tanzania Technical Advisor Knowledge Management.” No phone calls please. Only final candidates will be contacted. IBTCI is an equal opportunity employer.

2. Local Senior M&E Advisor Tanzania Mission-wide M&E Project/Partnership for Growth

Proposal Summary:

IBTCI is currently seeking a Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor / Partnership for Growth to be attached to the Government of Tanzania for an anticipated Monitoring & Evaluation Project in Tanzania. The project is contracted by USAID Tanzania and is for a period of three years, with 2 additional option years, for a total period of up to five years. The purpose of the contract is to support USAID/Tanzania to improve upon and implement the Tanzania Mission’s Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) system.

Position Summary:

The Senior Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor / Partnership for Growth will be attached to the Government of Tanzania for the duration of the contract and will be responsible for facilitating performance monitoring and evaluation as indicated in the Partnership for Growth work plans and score cards. This will include, but is not limited to:

• Conducting and/or facilitating data collection and reports preparation, including follow-up on communication and logistical needs from pertinent ministries and agencies;
• Working regularly with the Government of Tanzania – Partnership for Growth secretariat housed at the President's Office of Planning Commission. Coordinate M & E efforts with the USAID/ Tanzania mission and other Government of Tanzania offices.
• Developing and implementing a strategy that will ensure sustainability of performance monitoring & evaluation process even after the five-year implementation of Partnership for Growth.
• Facilitate training and capacity building of M & E staff &/or units from different Government of Tanzania ministries & agencies. Qualifications The Senior Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor/Partnership for Growth must have at a minimum the following qualifications:
• A Bachelor’s degree in international development or statistics or economics with 10 years of demonstrated experience in M&E systems design, management and implementing development projects at a senior level.
• Or a Master’s degree with not less than five years of experience in the requested field.
• Experience and knowledge in working with GOT and monitoring and System framework of MKUKUTA; prior experience as a government employee is a distinct advantage.
• Excellent written and spoken Kiswahili – and a strong working knowledge of English - is required.
• This position is open to Tanzanian nationals only.

How to apply:

Please send an updated CV to recruiting@ibtci.com with the subject line “Tanzania Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor/ PFG.” No phone calls please. Only final candidates will be contacted. IBTCI is an equal opportunity employer.

3. Senior M&E Advisor Tanzania Mission-wide M&E Project

Proposal Summary IBTCI is currently seeking a Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor for an anticipated Monitoring & Evaluation Project in Tanzania. The project is contracted by USAID Tanzania and is for a period of three years, with 2 additional option years, for a total period of up to five years. The purpose of the contract is to support USAID/Tanzania to improve upon and implement the Tanzania Mission’s Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) system.

Position Summary:

The Senior Monitoring & Evaluation Advisor will oversee monitoring and evaluation, analyses and assessments throughout the life of the project, including the data collection, design of the evaluation methodology and participatory data collection methods and protocols, and data quality verification techniques. She/he will also be responsible for the design, quality development and production of all evaluations reports and any assessments, population based surveys and studies including the testing of the development hypotheses. This will include the design of the evaluation methodology and participatory data collection methods and protocols for both performance and impact evaluations. In addition, the incumbent will oversee the maintenance of performance monitoring plans for both USAID Tanzania and Implementing Partners.

Qualifications

The Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor must have at a minimum:

• A bachelor degree in International development, Statistics or Economics with at least 10 years of demonstrated experience in the design and management of evaluations (impact and performance), analyses and assessments, including the design of the evaluation methodology, population based surveys, developing performance management plans, participatory data collection methods and protocols, and data quality verification techniques from large development projects.
• Or a Master’s Degree with minimum of five years of demonstrated experience in the requested field.
• Previous experience in the region required; direct experience in Tanzania is an advantage.
• Prior experience with donor funded projects required; USAID experience is an advantage.
• Ability to work successfully with multiple teams and to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously on a tight deadline.
• Strong communication skills and fluency (written and spoken) in English required; working knowledge of Kiswahili is an advantage.

How to apply:

Please send an updated CV to recruiting@ibtci.com with the subject line “Tanzania Senior Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor.” No phone calls please. Only final candidates will be contacted. IBTCI is an equal opportunity employer.

4. Chief of Party (COP) Tanzania Mission M&E Mechanism

PROPOSAL SUMMARY

IBTCI is currently seeking a Chief of Party (COP) for a 3-year program (with additional 2 year option) to improve upon and implement the Tanzania Mission’s Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) system based on the agency’s guidance, policies, and Mission Order requirements.

Technical services provided under this contract are expected to include:

• Proposed activities for the given year;
• Corresponding time frame for implementation of annual activities;
• Detailed budget for implementation;
• Information on how activities will be implemented in a collaborative and coordinated manner with implementing partners;
• Review of the previous year’s accomplishments, problems, and progress towards achieving task order outputs;
• Proposed annual accomplishments and progress towards achieving outputs; and
• Deliverables and reporting schedule.
• Proposed transitioning actions and outputs with clear milestones for existing PEPFAR and FTF Monitoring and Evaluation contracts into the Mission M&E project.

POSITION SUMMARY

The COP will serve as the main point of contact between USAID and the Contractor and reporting to both. She/he will ensure effective and efficient performance for all aspects of this contract, overseeing all quality control and reporting. She/he will also interact professionally with senior Mission, Embassy, and government officials.

QUALIFICATIONS

The Chief of Party must have the following qualifications:

• At least 10 years of experience in International Development, including experience and technical knowledge in designing, managing and evaluating multi-million dollar development projects.
• At least 5 years of experience (out of 10 years) should be as a COP or senior field management experience such as Project Director, Regional Director or Country Director roles, demonstrating professional interaction with senior U.S. and foreign government officials.
• Prior experience in supervising long-term field staff and short-term U.S., third country, and local experts.
• A graduate (Master’s) degree in the field of management, and/or international development. Technical expertise in any of the sectors USAID Tanzania is working on will be an added advantage.

How to apply:

Please send an updated CV to recruiting@ibtci.com with the subject line “Tanzania Chief of Party”. No phone calls please. Only finalist will be contacted. IBTCI is an equal opportunity employer.