Job Opportunities at UONGOZI (RE-ADVERTISED)

RESEARCHER

The mission of Uongozi Institute is to inspire and equip African leaders to fulfill their personal and collective potential to deliver sustainable solutions for African citizens. Through training, research, sharing knowledge, hosting forums, and networking, the Institute offers leaders opportunities to learn, orientate and reflect.
We are seeking dynamic persons with sound experience in RESEARCH who would appreciate the opportunity to take their career to the next level.

BASIC FUNCTION

To assist in coordinating and supervising research and policy work.

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MAJOR ACTIVITIES
Research and Policy

1. Assist in the preparation of Concept Notes and proposals for consultancy/research and policy work;
2. Coordinate and monitor outsourced research projects/consultancies as and when the work is contracted out;
3.  Conduct research on relevant issues in line with the Institute’s Strategy
4. Collect and collate material for reference use;
5. Assist in the coordination of policy dialogues and various other forums organized by Uongozi;
6. Prepare papers for various forums hosted by Uongozi

1. Keep abreast of new developments in research and policy as they relate to Uongozi’s mandate;
2. Any other duties as directed by the supervisor

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KEY OUTPUTS:

1. Technical papers developed
2. Research and policy work undertaken

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SKILLS / COMPETENCIES REQUIRED    

1. Research skills
2. Excellent communication skills
3. IT Skills
4. Innovative
5. Knowledge of performance and sustainability reporting
6. Customer focused.
7. Analytical and  problem solving  skills
8. Strategic thinking  skills 
9. Good report writing skills
10. Business understanding
11. Good interpersonal skills
12. Ability to meet tight deadlines
13. Ability to work in a team

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QUALIFICATIONS

Masters in social science; OR
Bachelors in social sciences AND Post Graduate Qualification in Quantitative and Qualitative Research (or related postgraduate qualification)

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EXPERIENCE

5 years relevant work experience

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How to Apply
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Interested candidates should submit:
An application with Curriculum Vitae (CV) and email and phone details
Contact details for three referees
Scanned/certified copies of certificates
Your application must be received by 3rd August 2012
Chief Executive Officer, Uongozi Institute
Peninsula (Sasatel) House Plot 251 Toure Drive
P.O. Box 105753, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Email: research@uongozi.or.tz
Shortlisted candidates will be notified and invited for interview
Uongozi Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We regret that we will not be able to contact unsuccessful applicants