W.E. CARE PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
W.E. Care’s predominant focus is on community empowerment. The program encompasses projects that allow the women to become educated in health issues, business knowledge and other practical skills and enable them to become empowered to deliver the knowledge to their community in a way that benefits all involved.
KiliPads Project
KiliPads aims to increase the level of knowledge regarding menstruation management and to decrease the social stigma surrounding it; while also making and selling reusable sanitary pads to increase the resources available to women in the community to help manage their menstruation.
Masaa Maasai Jewelry Project
The Masaa jewelry project is a social business that is dedicated in supporting Maasai women from Msitu wa Tembo and Londoto in their jewelry making business. This project advocates for economic independence, increase in knowledge and skills and the promotion of their vibrant culture.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The W.E. Care program manager will work closely with the women of Msitu wa Tembo and Londoto,
  • liaise with our partners and collaborate with our team members from all around the world.
  • The manager will support the everyday operations of the projects run by the women of the community, develop the businesses with the goal of sustainability and facilitate training on business skills.
  • The W.E. Care program manager is also responsible for managing the W.E. Care team of volunteers, regular administrative tasks such as reporting and accounting and ensuring the program is aligned with the relevant and overall organization strategy.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Develop and manage the W.E. Care empowerment program
  • Identify and implement needed support/training throughout the phases of the projects
  • Mentor and facilitate the Masaa Group and KiliPads leaders
  • Coordinate and supervise everyday operations of Masaa and KiliPads activities
  • Ensure smooth communications between TATU and the women of the community
  • Involvement in maintaining donor relationships
  • Conduct Monitoring and Evaluation data collection
  • Regular weekly and monthly reporting
  • Program budgeting and accounting
  • Take part in fundraising efforts
  • Manage W.E. Care team and communicate with direct manager
  • Align program to organization strategic plan
SELECTION CRITERIA
It is essential for you to have:
  • University Diploma and/or professional experience in at least one of the following fields: Project management, Business, Education, International Relations / Development Studies
  • Innovative and analytical thinker, with an ability to find solutions to complex problems
  • A proficient level of English skills, writing and oral
  • Management experienceIt is desirable for you to have:
  • Experience with international non-profits
  • Experience with rural women’s groups
  • A good grasp of accounting and finance concepts
  • Computer skills across MS office and other relevant applications
CONDITIONS
  • 1 year contract with expectation of renewal based on performance
  • First three months of probationary period
  • Salary from 600,000 – 625 000 TZS per month
  • 60% Health insurance compensation
  • Communication stipend
  • Transportation covered to and from the field
  • Mandatory taxes and pension compensation
Please send your CV and cover letter to empowermentofficer@tatuproject.org with subject line ” W.E CARE manager application 2019″
Thank you and good luck! 

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WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT PROJECT COORDINATOR (W.E. THRIVE)


W.E. THRIVE PROGRAM DESCRIPTION An economic empowerment program to reinforce saving habits and entrepreneurship. TATU Project supports the women of Msitu wa Tembo and Londoto in their own initiatives towards financial independence. The women are empowered through setting up their own financial systems and businesses, contributing their own capital and making practical decisions through skill-building workshops and training.PROJECT DESCRIPTIONS
The Bike Shop Project
The Bike Shop project is a bicycle rental business run by the women from communities of Msitu wa Tembo and Londoto; it offers a stable income to managers, promotes responsible income management, incentivizes saving, and gives the villages access to bicycle rentals that save community members time and money.
Micro-lending Project
The women of Msitu wa Tembo and Londoto are motivated to be involved by the opportunity of having more capital accessible and the use of a saving/lending space. It also encourages members to reinforce saving habits and entrepreneurship. The project provides access to skill-building opportunities and capital required to grow their businesses and gain greater financial independence.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The role of W.E. Thrive Project Coordinator is to support the W.E. Thrive Program manager and team members in daily operating duties whilst working together towards long-term goals and strategies. The current long-term objective of 2019 is to create business plans for the individual projects. This will support the project to become more sustainable and assist the women involved to become more independent managers and increase their financial independence.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
 Gain thorough understanding of current status of the project and plan with the team on appropriate strategies and objectives
● Work with team to review, research and develop a business plan and tools required for projects
● Conduct consistent and useful monitoring and evaluation systems
● Support W.E. Thrive Program Manager in areas necessary
● Build databases and gather relevant information
● Support communication of TATU goals with the community members and vice versa
● Assist in budgeting and accounting of projects
● Develop social media content to promote project initiatives
It is desirable for you to have:
● Experience working/volunteering and living overseas, preferably in a developing country
● Experience working/volunteering with an NGO
● Experience in project coordination
● A good grasp of accounting and finance concepts
● Computer literate across MS office applications
SELECTION CRITERIA
It is essential for you to have:
● An undergrad degree in either Business, International Development, International Relations, Community Development or a relevant degree
● Excellent oral and written communication skills
● Proven time management skills
● Innovative and analytical thinker, with an ability to find solutions to complex problems whilst incorporating the values of the organization
● Cultural sensitivity
● Ability to work well in a team and autonomously
● A proficient level of English skills, writing and oral
● Passion and values that align with TATU Project
CONDITIONS
 The volunteer position is UNPAID.
● The minimum time commitment is 6 months, but there are opportunities to extend on mutual agreement
● VISA, flights and health insurance are not included
● The volunteer house and office is located in Moshi, Tanzania
● The working week will mainly consist of office hours with one or two days working on the field
BENEFITS
 Live and work abroad at the base of Mt. Kilimanjaro in Moshi, Tanzania with an international NGO.
● Conduct field work supporting and working with local communities and gain strong hands on experience
● Work with a diverse international team while learning about sustainability and international development.
● Experience in collaborating with local & international partner organizations.
● A dedicated, friendly team and positive, dynamic working environment.
● Participate in day trips and activities in and around Moshi.
HOW TO APPLY
Please apply by sending your resume and cover letter to juliethdaymateru@tatuproject.org with the subject line “Women’s Economic Empowerment Coordinator”
Closing date: 31 Oct 2019