• Application Deadline:
• Position: Program Intern


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 2 years


• Location Not specified


• Job Field Internships / Volunteering  , Project Management 
  

JOB SUMMARY

Support the project management and technical work which includes the development of work plans, stakeholder engagement, proposal development, documentation, monitoring, research, and other project implementation activities.



ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Under the direct supervision of the Country Representative, the intern is expected to perform the following tasks:

• Support project coordination and monitor implementation.


• Prepare draft activity and monthly project reports and contribute to the quarterly narrative reports.


• Participate in project research processes.


• Support and ensure a cordial working relationship with the relevant stakeholders.


• Provide support to country office programs


• Support the development of work plans, budgets, and reports.


• Support proposal development and business engagements.


• Assume any other responsibility as assigned by the Country Representative.


• Support to ensure that all finance policies and procedures are adhered to.


• Participate in budget preparation, so forecasts and spending are in line with plans.


• Ensure to use of procedures and relevant protocols that are necessary for carrying out the project activities.


• Support the timely and appropriate use of all procurement and logistics infrastructure for the effective implementation of project activities.


• Perform other related tasks as required and be responsible for reporting and communicating of progress and achievement of the specific assigned task

REQUIREMENTS

• University Education and less than 2 years post NYSC working experience in social development, health-related, international relations any other relevant course.


• A history of productive involvement with local partners, including government, traditional leadership, and civil society.


• Demonstrated problem-solving skills, collaboration experience, creativity, and willingness to innovate.


• Experience drafting project reporting and monitoring project progress.


• Good written and spoken English language skills.

PREFERRED SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND FUNCTION

• Proven capacity to direct, develop, manage and inspire a multidisciplinary and professional team in the field office.


• Intimate knowledge, understanding, and experience of the Ministry of Health and PORALG structures and health systems in Tanzania.


• Ability to prioritize amongst competing demands and working with minimal supervision and organizing in a strict deadline environment


• Be prepared to travel in support of project activities


• Fluency in Swahili and English language is required


• Ability to travel approximately 30% of his/her time to supervise and support field activities.

ESSENTIAL SOFT SKILLS

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.


• Excellent ability to communicate and maintain diplomatic and productive relations with the team; resourcefulness, flexibility, and ability to work in a changing and challenging environment.


• Internet proficiency, as well as proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

BEHAVIOURS

• Creates strong sense of purpose and commitment within the team and with stakeholders,


• Holds self and others to account to deliver on agreed goals and standards of behavior.


• Strong emotional intelligence including self-awareness.


• Strong commitment to continuous learning.


• Flexible with a ‘can-do’ and problem-solving approach.


• Demonstrates a high degree of professionalism/integrity.


• Strategic thinking and effective contribution to own work and Organisational development.