JOB VACANCIES
AT HEALTH LINK INITIATIVE[HLI]
POSITION:
PROJECT MANAGER,DRIVER AND SENIOR LABORATORY SCIENTIST
Health
Links Initiative(HLI) is a Non-governmental organization, with a vision of
“better quality assurance practices in public health laboratory and medicine in
Tanzania”. It is composed of a multidisciplinary team of experts drawn medical
scientists, information management, Health Economics, financing and strategic
planning, committed to supporting the health system strengthening. The Dar es
Salaam Office is located at CAPITAL PLAZA PLOT # 397 Block J Mwaikibaki Road,
14121, Mbezi Beach B, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
The
project
HLI as
part of a consortium with the Tanzania Health Promotion Support(THPS) has been
awarded by the US centres for diseases prevention and control(CDC) fund to
implement the project “ Strengthening the Quality, Accessibility and
Sustainability of the National Health Laboratory Services(NHLS) in United
Republic of Tanzania under the Presidents’ Emergency Plan for AIDS
Relief(PEPFAR). HLI is looking for competent candidates to fill in this
position as outlined below
Job
Title: Project Manager-1
Reports
to Director of Programs
Job
Summary
This is
a senior management position and the successful candidate will oversee project
activities and ensure planning and timely execution as well as achievement of
project outputs. S/he will be responsible to manage approved resources,
schedules, budget in adherence to HLI as well as CDC operating guidelines and
contribute to process improvement as it relates to project deliverables. Under
the supervision of the director of programs, project manager will work closely
with CDC Tanzania project Officer, Ministry of health Diagnostic team, THPS and
other implementing partners.
Responsibilities
Prepare
detailed work plan, budget, resource and supplies estimates for all phases of
the project
Ensure
that all project technical staff are developed and implementing individual
staff action plans that are in line with the donor approved work plan and
budget for the current year, and are clearly linked to the overall project
performance monitoring plan.
Manage
day to day project activities and resources with a focus on achieving project
outputs in a timely manner
Provide
to the director of programs status reporting regarding project milestones,
deliverables, dependencies, risks and issues, communicating across leadership
Participate
in establishing practices, templates, policies, tools and partnerships to
expand and mature these capabilities for the organisation
Provide
leadership for the project team by building and motivating team members to meet
project goals, adhering to the responsibilities and project milestones.
Perform
other technical duties as assigned by his/her supervisor
Qualifications
Health-related
bachelor degree with a Master's in Public Health or Epidemiology
Trained
in statistical software
Required
Skills
Demonstrated
experience in project management skills
Demonstrated
leadership skills in a similar assignment and motivating team members to meet
project goals, adhering to the responsibilities and project milestones
Proven
ability to work creatively and analytically in problem-solving
Flexible
with proven ability to conform to shifting priorities, demand and timelines
through analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Good
communication( written, verbal and presentation) and interpersonal skills
Self-motivated,
decisive, with the ability to adapt and change and competing demands
Technically
competent with various software, including but not limited to Microsoft
office(Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) and Microsoft projects
Required
Experience:
More
than 10 years working in the health sector in Tanzania
5 years
experience in working with donor funded projects at a senior level
Two
years working at a senior level in a project management with responsibility to
develop work plans, coordination, implementation and reporting
At least
two years of leading, motivating and managing project teams and resources,
including internal and external resources
5 years
working in an environment that supports diverse and inclusive work
How to
Apply
Interested
applicants should submit their application through our email
info@healthlinks.or.tz instructed under
the job vacancies section attaching the application cover letter one-page
maximum and CV with Maximum of four pages by April 24th, 2018
The
subject of the email should be the job position you are applying for. Only
shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Please do not attach certificate when
submitting online
HLI is
an equal opportunity employer; Women, People Living with HIV/AIDS and people
with Disability are encouraged to apply.
POSITION:
DRIVERS
Health
Links Initiative(HLI) is a Nongovernmental organization, with a vision of
“better quality assurance practices in public health laboratory and medicine in
Tanzania”. It is composed of a multidisciplinary team of experts drawn medical
scientists, information management, Health Economics, financing and strategic
planning, committed to support the health system strengthening. The Dar es
Salaam Office is located at CAPITAL PLAZA PLOT # 397 Block J Mwaikibaki Road,
14121, Mbezi Beach B, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
The
project
HLIas
part of a consortium with the Tanzania health promotion support(THPS) has been
awarded by the US centres for diseases prevention and control(CDC) fund to
implement the project “ Strengthening the Quality, Accessibility and Sustainability
of the National Health Laboratory Services(NHLS) in United Republic of Tanzania
under the Presidents’ Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief(PEPFAR). HLI is looking
for competent candidates to fill in this position as outlined below
Job
Title: Drivers - 3 Position
Reports
to: Project Administrator
Job
Summary
Driving
organizations’ vehicles(with Staff) on duties and maintaining the vehicles in
line with organizations rules and regulation in road traffic instructions and
regulations
Responsibilities
Maintain
logbook to track routes
Carry
out routine checks on vehicles and ensure that they are sound
Recognise
electrical mechanical faults and report to the supervisor
Ensure
that the vehicle is constantly kept perfect and clean all the time
Report
any instance of accident, injury or damage of vehicle to the supervisor
Perform
periodic maintenance of vehicle
Dress
professionally
Must be
focused, confident and observant
Must be
willing to work beyond the call of duty
Keep all
records including receipts for vehicle maintenance
Interact
with staff and clients in a professional manner
Qualifications
Minimum
of three or four years driving experience
Must
have a class C driving license
Must
have a clean driving record
Skills
Ability
to manage time and routes
Work
well independently
Open and
transparent communication
How to
Apply
Interested
applicants should submit their application through our email
info@healthlinks.or.tz instructed under
the job vacancies section attaching the application cover letter one-page maximum
and CV with Maximum of four pages by April 24th, 2018
The
subject of the email should be the job position you are applying for. Only
shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Please do not attach certificate when
submitting online
HLI is
an equal opportunity employer; Women, People Living with HIV/AIDS and people
with Disability are encouraged to apply.
POSITION: Senior Laboratory Scientist
Health
Links Initiative(HLI) is a Nongovernmental organization, with a vision of
“better quality assurance practices in public health laboratory and medicine in
Tanzania”. It is composed of a multidisciplinary team of expert drawn medical
scientists, information management, Health Economics, financing and strategic
planning, committed to support the health system strengthening. The Dar es
Salaam Office is located at CAPITAL PLAZA PLOT # 397 Block J Mwaikibaki Road,
14121, Mbezi Beach B, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
The
project
HLIas
part of a consortium with the tanzania health promotion support(THPS) has been
awarded by the US centres for diseases prevention and control(CDC) fund to
implement the project “ Strengthenign the Quality, Accessibility and
Sustainability of the National health Laboratory Services(NHLS) in United
Republic of Tanzania undder the Presidents’ Emergency Plan for AIDS
Relief(PEPFAR). HLI is looking for competent candidates to fill in this
position as outlined below
Job
title: Senior Laboratory Scientist - Position
Reports
to Director of Programs
Job
Summary
The
Senior Laboratory Scientist will provide technical support to the NHLS Project
in all matters related to laboratory systems strengthening, including
implementation of ECHO project, implementation of the laboratory quality
systems and training
Responsibilities
Provide
technical assistance to supported sites, including regular site level joint
systematic supervision and mentorship to ensure smooth implementation of
laboratory services in all supported SNUs
Oversee
the implementation of the “Lab ECHO” including developing training materials,
identification of facilitators, coordinate “Lab ECHO” sessions including
monitoring of attendance. Troubleshoot gaps and propose solutions and
improvement strategies.
Support
hobbes at the national and zonal level and spokes per SNUs in running and
evaluation of ECHO sessions
Participate
in regular projects and joint supportive supervision at the Zones, Regions and
Health Facilities to ensure availability of quality laboratory services
Support
Collection, aggregation, utilizationa nd reporting of laboratory data to
facilitate informed laboratory strengthening decision making at all levels
Perform
other technical duties as assigend by his/her supervisors
Qualifications
Bacherlor
Degree and Master in Laboratory sciences related field
Postgraduate
traingin in laboratory quality management systems is an added advantage
Required
Skills
Demonstrated
abilities to implement laboratory quality management systems
Demonstrated
leadership skills including and approachable attitude, providing mentorship and
technical support to staff working in the project
Flexible
with proven ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines
Demonstrated
skills in use of microsoft office software(MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Demonstrated
ability to work independently, effectively and collaboratively with the team
Good
communication skills, being fluent in english and swahili
Required
Experience
At least
5 years working experience in managing laboratory and the donor support and
national/regional level
2 to 3
years of work at supervisory level in medical/clinical laboratory section
including
2 to 3
years experience in training and coaching in medical laboratory diagnostics and
professional behaviours
How to
Apply
Interested
applicants should submit their application through our email
info@healthlinks.or.tz instructed under
the job vacancies section attaching the application cover letter one page
maximum and CV with Maximum of four pages by April 24th, 2018
The
subject of the email should be the job position you are applying for. Only
shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Please do not attach certificate when
submitting online
HLI is
an equal opportunity employer; Women, People Living with HIV/AIDS and people
with Disability are encouraged to apply.