This is a Nationally Recruited position and the incumbent will be based in Morogoro, Tanzania.

Key Requirements
The person will be responsible for the coordination and oversight of the project to ensure timely and effective implementation and completion. Specifically, the project coordinator will be responsible for the following activities.
• Coordinate project planning and implementation, including assessing needs, setting goals and objectives in consultation with the project leader (PL).
• Establish project work plans and a calendar of events monitor, review, and evaluate progress in consultation with the project team.
• Represent the project at meetings and distribute minutes to project team members on behalf of the PL.
• Keep the PL informed about project status and issues that may impact the project on a regular basis.
• Maintain good relations, provide advice, and serve as a liaison and as a resource person to partners.
• Establish and maintain internal and external contacts as necessary.
• Effectively and accurately communicate relevant project information to the project team and partners.
• Verify and analyze the accuracy of data and information used or generated by project partners reso.ve any discrepancies or problems.
• Propose ideas to the project team for improving the implementation of the project based on experience on the ground.
• Prepare records of project activities; Oversee and ensure the timely processing and delivery of required reports in consultation with the PL.

Key Requirement
• Degree in animal science or related field. A post graduate qualification in project management, entrepreneurship or rural development would an added advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in the delivery of development projects with a private sector or NGO.

Other Desirable Skills
• Knowledge of project planning methodologies and tools e.g. MS Project.
• Knowledge of computers and database/spreadsheet/word processing software.
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Strong multi-tasking, planning and organizational skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Ability to conceptualize and organize project planning process.
• Proven ability to work effectively both independently and in a team based environment
• Demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Ability to work with wide range of people.

General Information
The initial contract for the position is for two years. This is a nationally recruited position and IITA offers a competitive remuneration package.

Applications
Application including curriculum vitae, copies of certificates, telephone number, email address, and names and addresses of two referees should be sent to:-

Country Representative
IITA-Tanzania
Plot No. 25, Mwenge – Coca-Cola Road, Mikocheni Industrial Area
P.O.BOX 34441
DAR ES SALAAM – TANZANIA

OR

Email to: IITA-Tanzania@cgiar.org

Applicants are requested to please indicate the reference number for the position as indicated on the heading of the announcement in your application as well as on the subject of your email if sending by email. If sending by post or hand delivery, please indicate the reference number on your application as well as on the left hand side of your envelope. Please note that any applications without the reference indicated will be automatically disqualified.

Closing Date: Two weeks from the date of advertisement appearing in the newspaper. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.