SIC job alert: Volunteer Program Manager

We are seeking a dynamic and organized individual to take leadership of Tanzania-based volunteer programs in rural villages.  This is an eight-month position. The position is split between Arusha and Babati towns, Tanzania.

Responsibilities: The responsibilities of the position are to:

• Take overall responsibility for all Tanzania-based aspects of the development, planning, execution and evaluation of volunteer programs for International Volunteers and Tanzanians, including to
• develop relationships with local leaders, teachers, and other nongovernmental organizations;
• identify appropriate homestays;
• organize a ten day orientation seminar;
• manage transportation logistics;
• recruit, select, train and manage talented Tanzanian teaching partners;
• respond to health and safety concerns of volunteers;
• facilitate community-based events;
• compile program-related data for monitoring and evaluation.
• Account appropriately for money used in the administration of the volunteer program, and follow budget guidelines.
• Participate in development of annual budgets for volunteer programs.
• Work to improve the quality of SIC volunteer programs – both in terms of the quality of the volunteer experience, and the quality of services provided to target communities.
• Select, train, supervise and support volunteer program coordinators to facilitate the program.
• Communicate regularly with other SIC staff, especially the Program Officer and the Field Officers in whose wards volunteer programs take place.
• Contribute as appropriate to monthly and quarterly SIC reports and SIC’s social media efforts
• Maintain consistent communication by providing program updates and fielding any questions that arise.
• Participate in strategic planning meetings both internal and external.
• Write Program Reports for each volunteer program, based on volunteer evaluations and staff input.
• Perform any other tasks designated by the Operations Manager, Programs Manager, and/or Tanzania Managing Director.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Experience living and working in a developing country and/or cross-cultural environment.
• Swahili language skills preferred.
• Strong organizational skills, and proven ability to multitask and to respond flexibly to changing situations.
• Experience managing staff and/or volunteers.
• Strong interpersonal skills especially in a cross-cultural environment.
• Strong leadership, the ability to manage volunteer’s expectations, and the ability to be tough when necessary.
• Ability to live and work in areas with limited amenities
• Driver’s License, experience with four-wheel drive vehicles (manual transmission) preferred.

Terms: Preferably the applicant is available to begin work May 1, 2012.  The position is compensated at a stipend level and resident permit costs are included.  Round-trip international airfare included for those applying from outside Tanzania.

To apply: Submit cover letter and CV/resume to applications@sichange.org by January 11^th, 2013.  Please subject your email “Volunteer Program Manager_your last name”.