Deputy Chief of Party, Tanzania Regional Multi-Sectoral Nutrition Activity
Location: To be determined, Tanzania
Reports to: Chief of Party
Please Note: This position is contingent upon award and USAID approval with an anticipated start date of early or mid-2023.

Overview:
Global Communities works at the intersection of humanitarian assistance, sustainable development and financial inclusion to save lives, advance equity and secure strong futures. We support communities at the forefront of their own development in more than 35 countries, partnering with local leaders, governments, civil society and the private sector to achieve a shared vision of a more just, prosperous and equitable global community. We work with government, non-government, private sector, and community stakeholders to promote transparency, foster accountability, and access the channels they need to make their voices heard, promote change202, and realize their full potential.
Global Communities is seeking an experienced Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) for the anticipated USAID Tanzania Regional Multi-Sectoral Nutrition Activity. This five-year $35-40M million program will strengthen the health and food market systems that promote adoption of optimal nutrition-related behaviors across a range of stakeholders in targeted regions in Tanzania. This purpose will be achieved by a) increasing the coverage of quality nutrition services at health facilities and community; b) improving consumption of safe, nutritious foods; and c) increasing capacity of councils to utilize data, plan, budget, and deliver quality nutrition services.
Under the direction of the Chief of Party, the DCOP will provide management and strong technical oversight of the project. We are looking for passionate, dedicated professionals to help us build the world we envision: one of expanded opportunity, where crises give way to resilience and all people thrive.

Responsibilities:
The Deputy Chief of Party will be responsible for technical leadership of the multisectoral nutrition program and for managing a team of senior staff and sub-partners and ensuring quality, timeliness, and efficiency of all products and activities generated under the project. The DCOP will ensure that the project’s implementation and technical assistance are aligned with its approved workplan and budget and meets quality standards, targets, and needs of government officials, local partners, and civil society stakeholders.
Technical Leadership:
• Develop, adapt, oversee implementation of multisectoral nutrition strategies to be in line with USAID and Ministry of Health, Ministry of Agriculture, and PO-RALG guidelines.
• Provide or facilitate high quality mentorship/coaching and capacity-building to project technical leads across disciplines of nutrition, health systems strengthening, agriculture/markets, governance, and private sector engagement.
• Ensure technical quality of the program across sectors; provide the technical team with adequate and up-to-date technical guidelines, standard operating procedures, quality standards, evidence-based models, and other technical tools.
• Use principles of adaptive management and data-driven continuous improvement processes and develop appropriate responses to solve challenges under tight deadlines while ensuring operational integrity and project impact.
• Ensure that project technical strategies are documented, systematized, and disseminated to key partners.
• In collaboration with the project’s MEL Advisor, help establish a monitoring system (e.g., indicators and data collection methodologies) to track quality and reach of program activities; ensure that lessons learned from project implementation inform field discourse and programmatic decisions at all levels and participate in the development and implementation of a learning agenda and research agenda for the project.
• Support the development and implementation of a plan to actively assess and improve relevant staff technical knowledge and skills.
• Develop and facilitate supportive partnerships with government and non-government stakeholders in the program areas and ensure fluid communication and close working relationships with partner organizations.
• Oversee staff and partners’ planning, execution and documentation of project activities, ensuring timely and high-quality achievement of targets and deliverables.
• Conduct regular site visits to observe project progress, supervise data quality assessments and obtain feedback from participants and stakeholders.
• Hold routine project review sessions with staff and partners to assess and improve project performance against workplan and targets.
• Document best practices and prepare communications for different audiences, including the general public, the Tanzanian government, donors and national/international conferences.
Operational Management:
• Serve as the key point of contact for assigned financial, administrative and human resource matters at program level, ensuring optimal communication and coordination with the Chief of Party.
• Assume the position of Chief of Party role when the COP is not available.
• Prepare, manage and monitor budgets and other program resources.
• Support the production and submission of timely, high-quality activity reports, financial reports, and oral presentations to USAID and other relevant parties, effectively and accurately communicating project progress, achievements, challenges, lessons learned, and utilization of funds
Qualifications
• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a discipline related to international development, public administration, international development, public health, nutrition, life sciences, or related field with a minimum of 8 years of experience managing multi-sectoral projects with increasing responsibilities and duties in a field related to nutrition; or,
• Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to international development, public administration, international development, public health, nutrition, life sciences, or related field with a minimum of 10 years of experience managing multi-sectoral projects with increasing responsibilities and duties in a field related to nutrition.
• At least seven years of progressively increasing technical leadership/management responsibility, including experience with direct supervision of professional staff, preferably with a program of an equivalent size and scope.
• Graduate degree in a related field of study (e.g., public health, medicine, nutrition).
• Experience in Africa required, with preference for recent work in Tanzania
• USAID experience required, and contract management experience desired;
• Experience providing technical leadership and/or management support to large multisectoral nutrition programs strongly preferred.
• Experience in using performance data for ongoing quality improvement and adaptive management; experience with USAID’s CLA Framework preferred.
• Strong management, leadership, and governance skills within public sector, civil society organizations, NGOs, or multi-sector bodies to achieve sustainable outcomes, especially in developing countries.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with government officials, civil society organizations, private sector actors, implementing partners, international donors, and other stakeholders.
• Proven ability to communicate a common vision among diverse partners and the ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams is required.
• Fluency (verbal and written) in English required, Swahili preferred.
Global Communities positively welcomes and seeks applications from all sections of society. We are committed to a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of everyone and offers equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Chief of Party, Tanzania Regional Multi-Sectoral Nutrition Activity
Location: To be determined , Tanzania
Please Note: This position is contingent upon award and USAID approval with an anticipated start date of early or mid-2023.
Overview:
Global Communities works at the intersection of humanitarian assistance, sustainable development, and financial inclusion to save lives, advance equity and secure strong futures. We support communities at the forefront of their own development in more than 35 countries, partnering with local leaders, governments, civil society and the private sector to achieve a shared vision of a more just, prosperous and equitable global community. We work with government, non-government, private sector, and community stakeholders to promote transparency, foster accountability, and access the channels they need to make their voices heard, promote change, and realize their full potential.
Global Communities is seeking an experienced Chief of Party (COP) for the anticipated USAID will strengthen the health and food market systems that promote adoption of optimal nutrition-related behaviors across a range of stakeholders in targeted regions in Tanzania. This purpose will be achieved by a) increasing the coverage of quality nutrition services at health facilities and community; b) improving consumption of safe, nutritious foods; and c) increasing capacity of councils to utilize data, plan, budget, and deliver quality nutrition services.
The COP will lead and oversee the overall implementation of the program, including the strategic vision, technical strategy, financial and operational leadership, and human resources. We are looking for passionate, dedicated professionals to help us build the world we envision: one of expanded opportunity, where crises give way to resilience and all people thrive.

Responsibilities
The COP is responsible for overseeing the strategic vision, technical quality and direction, partner relations and commitments, and timely achievement of all project deliverables. The COP provides an integrated vision for the program and will manage a team of senior staff to ensure the quality, timeliness, and efficiency of all products and activities generated under the project. S/he will utilize the principles of adaptive management to maximize impact and facilitate innovation. Finally, the COP will be responsible for communications with USAID, for publicly representing the project, and for liaising with government and other institutions/stakeholders on project activities.
Specific responsibilities include the following:
• With adaptivity and agility, provide an integrated vision and handle overall management of the program across sectors, including program leadership, staff and partner oversight, monitoring and evaluation, and program implementation.
• Provide strategic leadership through vision, continuous improvement of quality, innovation and establishing a results-driven-management system.
• Mentor senior technical staff to develop and implement standard operating guidelines, quality assurance and control systems, milestones, successful startup, and efficient technical service delivery mechanisms.
• Oversee partners’ and sub-grantees’ performance by establishing accountability mechanisms in program, finance, commodity, and data quality management.
• Develop systems to identify operational risks and their management and to reduce risks in project implementation.
• Establish a culture of learning and evidence-based decision-making through systematic inquiry, analysis, and data-driven quality improvement / adaptation.
• Work closely with MEL Director to integrate Collaboration, Learning, and Adaptation approaches and activities into the project workplan, project management system, partnerships, and into job descriptions and individual performance goals.
• Design and/or facilitate effective mechanisms for learning including joint program reviews, after-action reviews, pause-and-reflect sessions, documentation and dissemination, knowledge exchange, mentorship, and accompaniment to facilitate knowledge uptake and applied learning
• Assure good financial management of the project (e.g., budget execution, program-finance linkages, monitoring and reporting processes and procurement systems) and adhere to GC and USAID financial policies and procedures.
• Oversee total compliance to GC and USG regulations in all aspects of program implementation.
• Acts as primary point of contact with USAID, government counterparts, and other critical in-country stakeholders; build and maintain strong working relations with key internal and external stakeholders, beneficiaries, prime and subcontractors, suppliers, and partners. Provide effective and timely responses to inquiries and concerns.
• Lead regular work plan, budget, and implementation reviews to facilitate the cost-effective and timely achievement of contract deliverables.
• Oversee the production and submission of timely, high-quality activity reports, financial reports, and oral presentations to USAID and other relevant parties, effectively and accurately communicating project progress, achievements, challenges, lessons learned, and utilization of funds.
• Lead in managing human resources through recruitment, mentoring, setting performance objectives, rewarding, and training project team members.
• Lead efforts to collaborate and coordinate with other Tanzania projects across relevant sectors, other donor, and non-governmental organization (NGO)-sponsored activities; foster good working relationships with other agencies working on similar or complementary projects, maximizing visibility and learning.

Qualifications
• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a discipline related to international development, public administration, public health, nutrition, life sciences, or related field with a minimum of 10 years of experience managing multi-sectoral projects with increasing responsibilities and duties in a field related to nutrition; or,
• Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to international development, public administration, public health, nutrition, life sciences, or related field with a minimum of 12 years of experience managing multi-sectoral projects with increasing responsibilities and duties in a field related to nutrition.
• Ten years professional experience, with progressively increasing responsibilities and duties in fields related to the successful implementation of multi-sectoral nutrition projects (e.g., health systems strengthening, primary health care, nutrition, food systems, local governance, and capacity building, Collaboration, Learning and Adaptation (CLA), and/or social and behavior change) is required
• At least five (5) years of experience as Chief of Party, senior management position, or equivalent, leading implementation of large multisectoral international donor programs particularly related to nutrition or health systems.
• Graduate degree in a related field of study (e.g., public health, medicine, nutrition) is required.
• Experience in Africa required, with preference for recent work in Tanzania.
• Experience with organizational capacity development and strengthening systems.
• USAID contract management experience required.
• International NGO or for-profit contractor experience required.
• Strong management, leadership, and governance skills within public sector, civil society organizations, NGOs, or multi-sector bodies to achieve sustainable outcomes, especially in developing countries.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with government officials, civil society organizations, private sector actors, implementing partners, international donors, and other stakeholders;
• Strong commitment to and proven track record of using evidence and performance data to improve quality and impact of programs
• Proven ability to communicate a common vision among diverse partners and the ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams is required.
• Fluency (verbal and written) in English required, Swahili preferred.
Global Communities positively welcomes and seeks applications from all sections of society. We are committed to a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of everyone and offers equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Director, Finance & Administration, Tanzania Regional Multi-Sectoral Nutrition Activity
Location: To be determined, Tanzania
Reports to: Chief of Party
Please Note: This position is contingent upon award and USAID approval with an anticipated start date of early 2023 or mid-2023.
Overview:
Global Communities works at the intersection of humanitarian assistance, sustainable development, and financial inclusion to save lives, advance equity and secure strong futures. We support communities at the forefront of their own development in more than 35 countries, partnering with local leaders, governments, civil society and the private sector to achieve a shared vision of a more just, prosperous and equitable global community. We work with government, non-government, private sector, and community stakeholders to promote transparency, foster accountability, and access the channels they need to make their voices heard, promote change, and realize their full potential.
Global Communities is seeking a Director, Finance & Administration (DFA) for the anticipated USAID will strengthen the health and food market systems that promote adoption of optimal nutrition-related behaviors across a range of stakeholders in targeted regions in Tanzania. This purpose will be achieved by a) increasing the coverage of quality nutrition services at health facilities and community; b) improving consumption of safe, nutritious foods; and c) increasing capacity of councils to utilize data, plan, budget, and deliver quality nutrition services.
The DFA is responsible for the primary oversight and leadership of all financial reporting and administrative operations of the program. In particular, the DFA oversees financial operations for the project and conducts continual reporting to ensure the financial health of the project and the correct usage of funds. We are looking for passionate, dedicated professionals to help us build the world we envision: one of expanded opportunity, where crises give way to resilience and all people thrive.

Responsibilities
• Provide financial management and analysis for all aspects of the program.
• Supervise and oversee finance, procurement and logistics, human resources, and administrative staff and functions, including Information Technology (IT)
• Develop and maintain sound financial management systems in line with USAID rules and regulations and Global Communities’ policies and procedures, and accounting principles.
• Manage the project budget ensuring all costs incurred by the program are accounted for and in compliance with local laws.
• Manage cash flow forecasts and monitor its liquidity, including decisions on foreign currency transactions.
• Manage any additional supplementary funding (cost-share, private complementary funding, small non-USG grants to expand on work).
• Liaise with legal advisor and ensure compliance with all local laws and regulations.
• Serve as the focal point for internal, government and/or donor audits.
• Follow up and implement on a timely basis internal, government and/or donor audit recommendations.
• Provide financial control, develop financial reports, and make recommendations to COP and HQ on budget expenditures.
• In partnership with HQ and program teams, lead, prepare, and analyze the bi-annual budgeting & monthly projection processes; monitor progress and changes and keep management team informed of all program’s financial status.
• Develop budget scenarios and alternatives for COP.
• Maintain updated information regarding grants and contracts, reporting requirements and financial restrictions.
• Provide input and oversight on all program related financial matters.
• Assist in program development and proposal preparation as needed. Prepare and review budgets and narrative for new programs, as required.
• Ensure financial reporting is in accordance with donor contractual requirements.
• Establish human capital objectives and strategies in line with organizational/programmatic objectives.
• Establish HR goals and accountabilities, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, compensation management, benefits administration, employee training and development, records management, employee relations, and
• Guide the Human Resources team in policy procedure establishment, interpretation, and
• Ensure employment and compensation practices are competitive and compliant with local labor code.
• Ensure procurement functions are compliant with USAID rules and regulations and Global Communities’ policies and procedures.
• Oversee Operations and Administration staff, ensuring that functions are performed timely and accurately.
• Provide technical assistance to improve the systems of internal control and financial management of partners. Monitor partner's management of funds and cross check source documents.
• Advise program staff on financial health through the provision of regular and timely financial expenditure reports.
• Establish and maintain financial controls and procedures for the management of funds and subcontracts.
• Produce budget projections and reports for submission to the donor through the HQ.
• Maintain financial files and oversee annual audits.
• Mentor and build the capacity of staff.

Qualifications
• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a discipline related to finance, accounting, business, or similar with a minimum of 8 years of experience in positions related to finance, accounting, HR and/or administration; or,
• Bachelor's degree in a discipline related to finance, accounting, business, or similar with a minimum of 10 years of experience in positions related to finance, accounting, HR and/or administration
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred.
• Three to five (3-5) years of managing finance, some of which was a USG-funded program or relief effort of similar size and scope
• Experience in Africa, with preference for recent work in Tanzania.
• Proven experience in a leadership position involving the administration of similarly sized, international donor-supported programs is strongly preferred. International NGO or for-profit contractor experience is strongly preferred.
• Evidence of strong budgeting, reporting, and organizational skills required.
• Ability to set up financial regulation systems with partner organizations to ensure the efficient and accurate disbursement of funds.
• Knowledge/experience with USAID rules and regulations required; experience managing USAID contracts required
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of relevant local laws, regulations and policies is required
• Management/supervisory experience is required.
• Evidence of effective communication skills, both oral and written; strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Excellent ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing is highly desirable. Fluency in Kiswahili required. Must be able to use both languages fluently and accurately and be able to read all styles and forms on all levels pertinent to professional needs.
• A passion for the mission and values of Global Communities.
Global Communities positively welcomes and seeks applications from all sections of society. We are committed to a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of everyone and offers equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment