SENSE INTERNATIONAL (EAST AFRICA)

RECRUITMENT OF A COUNTRY REPRESENTATIVE FOR TANZANIA

Sense International is the leading global charity supporting deafblind people inBangladesh, India, Kenya, Tanzania, Peru, Romania and Uganda. We work with local organisations and governments to identify deafblind people and provide them with appropriate educational, health and vocational services to enable them to participate in and contribute to their communities. In order to ensure a lasting and sustainable impact we invest in local professionals and organisations, influence governments and advocate for change. It has its headquarters in UK, and a Regional Office in Nairobi. We are seeking to fill the vacancy in our Tanzania Country Programme Office for the Country Representative.

COUNTRY REPRESENTATIVE –TANZANIA

Reporting to the Regional Development Manager in Nairobi, you will:

  • Have at least 5 years’ experience in a management role within the International Development sector, preferably within the field of disability
  • Provide strategic direction and management for the development and implementation of the services highlighted above
  • Develop annual and multi-year plans and budgets for all activities, monitor implementation, and produce high quality and timely programme and financial reports
  • Build the capacity of partner organizations through training, networking, and ensuring delivery of high quality services for deafblind people
  • Spearhead advocacy work for the engagement of government and NGOs to mainstream programmes for deafblind people in their work; foster the development of a network of parents, deafblind people, and professionals for the provision of services

You will demonstrate the following attributes:

  • A track record in managing delivery of community based services for marginalised communities
  • A strong track record in policy advocacy and capacity building of partners to enhance their effectiveness in the provision of services, especially for disabled persons.
  • Strong writing skills in generating funding proposals and reporting to donors and other stakeholders
  • Sensitivity to vulnerable people in general and disability in particular
  • Ability to develop long term plans and budgets, and efficient management of development programmes.
  • High integrity and transparency in all aspects of management.
  • Creativity and sound judgement are essential, as are computer skills, including at least intermediate EXCEL skills. Knowledge of sign language is desirable.

The post will involve frequent travel and you will spend considerable time with deafblind people and their families, partner organisations and government departments throughout the country.

If you are interested in thisrole, please send your CV and acover letter addressed to Geoffrey AtieliSense International (East Africa) . Your CV must include a full career history (including voluntary roles), with reasons for leaving each role, and explanations for any gaps in employment. Your cover letter must state your reasons for your interest in the role, why you think you are right for the role and how you think your skills and experience match the listed attributes in the job description. Please also state your current salary and provide your day time telephone contact.

The closing date for receipt of applications is 18th September2015. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Interviews will take place in the week beginning the 28th September.

A job description is available for download at:

For further information about Sense International, please visit our website at:

Sense International is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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