Community Research and Development Services (CORDS) is a Non- Governmental Organization that emerged out of a research project carried out in 1997. CORDS has been established to address the development needs of the pastoral communities in Tanzania.
4. Qualifications and core competencies
a) A minimum qualification is the University Bachelor’s Degree for each field.
5. Professional experience requirement
At least five (5) years or more experience in development and management work.
6. Other relevant skills
• Deep commitment to core values in social development (within the context of pastoralists’ development) and an ability to model those values in relationships with colleagues and partners.
• Have in-depth knowledge of participatory planning, monitoring, evaluation, and learning systems, methods, and tools within a development NGO context.
• Have extensive experience in a training, facilitation, and/or program support role.
• Ability to resolve problems creatively and logically.
• Ability to use computer applications especially Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Internet.
• Excellent report writing skills, and experience in preparing reports for the donor funded projects.
• Competency in the use of Account software specifically Quick Book for the Accountant position.
• In-depth knowledge of data collection toolkits like KOBO Collect, ODK, and Google Forms as well as data analysis software including SPSS, STATA, and Python, etc. is an added advantage for the MEL position.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good understanding of sustainable development goals (SDGs) and regional and national development frameworks.
• Ability to travel up to 40 percent of his/her time,
• Must be legally eligible for employment in Tanzania,
7. Tenure of Appointment
The appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract, with a possibility to renew based on funding availability.
8. Mainstreaming
CORDS is an equal opportunity employer and qualified PWD and/or women are strongly encouraged to apply.
