Mwambao Coastal Community Network Chief Technical Advisor Marine Jobs in Tanzania
Summary Job Description
The Chief Technical Advisor is as a member of the Senior Management Team of Mwambao and guides the technical components and programme development of all Mwambao’s work. The CTA together with the CEO, will play a lead role in delivering Mwambao’s strategy. She/he will also have a key role in partner/donor liaison and relationship management.
She/he will work with the senior programme team planning, budgeting and implementing the agreed activities, delivering adequate professional supervision in all activities as well as helping to shape organization policies. He/she will work closely with other team members especially the Chief Executive Officer and Heads of Programmes and MEL.
MWAMBAO-MCCC is seeking a mature and creative thinker who is comfortable in a diverse team scenario and willing to embrace innovation but also the established Mwambao culture. A scientific training in a biologically related subject is desired; a working knowledge of the small-scale fisheries and marine sector, related development and mariculture issues will be an advantage. A person with experience working in the NGO sector in East Africa is desired.
Strong management and technical skills, an attention to detail, a team player, a proactive approach with ability to offer structured guidance, are all attributes that will be regarded favourably.
Key Responsibilities and Tasks
Organisational Leadership
Work closely with the CEO as an organisation leader and as a member of the Senior Management Team including providing inputs into Finance, Governance, Capacity Development, Strategy and HR issues.
Lead, alongside the CEO, in liaising with project partners, donor organizations, partner NGOs and other groups to ensure effective coordination of project activities and potential leverage of additional resources;
Represent Mwambao-MCCC ltd at national and international workshops, partner meetings and other key fora.
Work alongside the CEO to develop six-monthly updates to the board and keep the board abreast of significant organisational updates
Maintain regular communications with local government partners
Identify funding opportunities and partnerships and evaluate them strategically against Mwambao’s strategy
Donor and Fund Management
Lead on the management of multiple donor relationships including statutory funders, as well as through foundations and long-term partnerships.
Lead in the identification and development of new programme opportunities including leading proposal development
In collaboration with the Head of Finance and Programme leads, develop and review project budgets
Review and approve funding requests and ensure that they are in line with budget and policies
Approve bank transactions when required as back-up signatory
Technical Leadership
Lead on the provision of technical expertise and strategic guidance to all programme components, including line management and guidance to the three heads of programme to help plan, monitor and review their plans
Work in close consultation with the Head of Monitoring and Evaluation and Learning (MEL) to develop a monitoring plan; with clear milestones and measurable indicators.
Provide technical inputs and advice in planning workshops
Provide the final review, vetting of reports and plans produced through the programmes and in developing publications before submission outside of the organisation.
Provide technical inputs for collection of data and developing methodology in the execution of various technical studies carried out by Mwambao.
Assist the MEL team in the evaluation of results and impacts of the Project Monitoring Frameworks
Provide technical inputs in policy briefs, technical and periodic reports for advocacy and knowledge management as appropriate.
Provide technical support to enable final evaluation of projects.
Management and Oversight
Line management and mentoring to the three Heads of Programme and a Communications Officer as well as Consultants.
Provide guidance and inputs into recruitment processes
Assist in identifying gaps in learning and development and proactively identify training opportunities for the team
Provide technical guidance to the Project Managers in identifying gaps and opportunities to improve implementation of projects.
Other tasks
Develop consultancy contracts and agreements
Provide HR support including support to the Annual 360 appraisal process
Develop communications outputs and review communications materials before release
Qualifications and Experience Required
Education and Training
• Advanced degree (Master’s level, equivalent or higher) in the field of marine sciences, ecology, biology, climate change mitigation, development or related science. Other relevant educational background may be considered.
Experience
At least 10 years of practical experience in:
Working in an NGO or similar on natural resource-based management with a community focus
Work planning and budgeting skills
Managing a diverse team to deliver conservation and development work
A senior project management and decision-making role within an NGO
Development and delivery of roadmaps on natural resource community-based co-management,
Preparation of the Independent Mid-Term and End of Project Evaluations, analysis of results and development of corrective actions, developing management responses as per results of evaluations.
Development of project proposals meeting requirements of climate change focus (mitigation) and an Ecosystem Based Approach
Provision of technical guidance on implementation and completion of key NBRM project components/activities, inputs on key technical decisions at strategic moments in the implementation;
Successful liaison with donors and partners resulting in provision of funding for programmes
Commissioning and management of consultants
Competencies
We are seeking an individual who will thrive in challenging situations, be able to work independently but able to lead a team in a collegial manner. We are looking for the following competencies:
Good understanding of local policies and practices in the Tanzanian marine conservation sector
Outstanding time-management and organizational skills
Proficiency in the work with Microsoft packages;
Ability to work in close collaboration with national and international experts, to meet strict deadlines and plan the work according to priorities;
Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
Good analytical and writing skills;
Competencies Required
Ability to work creatively, respectfully and collaboratively with a team with diverse backgrounds, skills and abilities
Able to lead a team, allocate clear roles and responsibilities and provide good and regular mentorship.
Flexibility including the ability to respond to requests at short notice
Work with attention to detail
Clear communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office work applications
Language Requirements:
English is the key reporting language therefore proficiency in English both written and spoken is required.
Working knowledge of written and spoken Kiswahili language an advantage.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Mwambao Coastal Community Network Chief Technical Advisor Marine Jobs in Tanzania
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