WeWorld-GVC, recently constituted from the merger of two NGOs, is an Italian secular and independent organization working since 1971 in international cooperation and humanitarian aid. Present in 29 countries with 128 projects, WeWorld-GVC operates in the following areas of assistance: human rights (gender equality, prevention and combating violence against children and women, migration), humanitarian aid (prevention, emergency relief and rehabilitation), food security, access to water, health and hygiene, education, global citizenship education, quality teaching and international volunteering. WeWorld-GVC works mostly with girls, boys, women and youth, actors of change in every community for a fairer and more inclusive world. Supports people overcoming emergencies and guarantees a life with dignity, opportunities and a better future through human and economic development programs, in the framework of the 2030 Agenda. Joining the WeWorld-GVC team means being part of the development of a dynamic organisation where the contribution of each staff member is promoted and valued, working together towards the collective achievement of shared goals and vision. At present, the main donors are Italy (AICS), the EU (DG ECHO), UNICEF, OCHA, and Belgium (DGD).
Position: Program Assistant Tanzania
Location: Tanzania, Dar es Salaam with missions to the areas of the projects
Type of contract: 3 months renewable
Deadline: 30 April 2021
Starting date: ASAP
Gross Salary: to be defined according to the candidate’s profile
Working context
WeWorld-GVC has been working in Tanzania since 2010 in the areas of promotion of access to basic education, protection, health/nutrition, water and sanitation services and rural energy facility. WeWorld-GVC has been implementing different school-centred programs in Dar es Salaam and in Ludewa district (Njombe region), reaching almost 25,000 beneficiaries, mainly children, adolescents, parents and school personnel. The programs adopt a multisector approach (education, health, nutrition, protection) to respond to the different needs of children and simultaneously strengthening community care structures to create better conditions for ensuring children’s wellbeing and protection. WeWorld-GVC works in partnership with Local Authorities and it is an active member of TENMET, the Tanzania Education Network, supporting the achievement of the Education For All goals. In Dar es Salaam, WeWorld-GVC has been also supporting a Center which provides different services to vulnerable children and youth. Since March 2020, WeWorld-GVC is implementing a project in the regions of Kigoma, Mbeya and Mtwara, co-funded by the European Union, which aims at enhancing the capacity of Civil Society Organizations and media to ensure that all citizens, with particular focus on women and youth, are free to express themselves and have equal access to reliable and independent information and knowledge on fundamental freedoms.
Job description
Scope of the job
WeWorld-GVC is recruiting a Program Assistant to provide operational and administrative assistance to the team in Tanzania. Under the direction of the Country Representative, the Program Assistant performs a variety of administrative, coordination and logistical services in support of the operations of the Program. She/he will be based in Dar es Salaam and she/he may be requested to travel to the areas where projects are implemented (Njombe, Mbeya, Mtwara, Kigoma).
Main responsibilities
Programme Management Support
Financial/Administrative Management Support
Qualifications and Knowledge:
Professional Experience:
Skills and Abilities
DESIDERABLE REQUIREMENTS