Analyze your CV for Associate, Private Sector at Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition(GAIN)

Overall Purpose: The Associate – Private Sector, will provide technical and operational assistance to GAIN Tanzania in the day-to-day running of the SUN Business Network; the interaction with agri-food Small and Medium Enterprises as part of the Nutritious Foods Financing Program and other private sector related interventions in Tanzania. Tasks and Responsibilities: SBNIn consultation with Country Director, work closely with SBN global team to ensure that program actions are well interpreted and implemented at national levelSupport the development and maintenance of relationships between SBN members, Government, and B2B companies.Recruit new SBN members from a pool of private sector players in Tanzania- Multinational, national and regional businessesSupport the coordination, management, and strengthening of the SBN Tanzania Platform Global Alliance for Improved NutritionLiaise with, communicate and coordinate periodic meetings with SBN and non-SBN private sector members to identify and follow opportunities to advance nutrition In TanzaniaUpdate member commitment tracking dashboardParticipate in the preparation, formatting, and coordination of high-quality donor reports, concept notes, fundraising proposals and other materials related to the SBN and the private sector generally in TanzaniaSupport the preparation of external comms materials on SBN Tanzania and other projects for the consumption of donors and the publicDraft and manage consultancy contracts in close collaboration with GAIN colleaguesAssist the Country Director and others to ensure that all SBN and other private sector activities assigned to him/her are completed according to the implementation timeframe and budgetAssist in scheduling and planning for events, such as on-site and off-site meetings, conferences, and presentations, which may include coordinating arrangements for participants, handling logistics, preparing and disseminating materialsWhen necessary, represent GAIN at meetings and conferences and external events e.g. Joint Multi-Sectoral Nutrition Review, DPGN, Quarterly thematic working group meetings, etc.Facilitate identification of entry points and nutrition actions for the private sector to facilitate implementation of Tanzania National Multisector Nutrition Action plan Nutritious Foods Financing ProgramSupport the selection and coordination of the due diligence process of investee SMEs working in the agri-food spaceHelp convene partners, e.g. development banks, investors, civil society and SMEs to discuss blended financing optionsHelp mobilize technical assistance for SME investees in Tanzania Project ManagementSupport the management and timely implementation of GAIN Tanzania programs and projects.Support the monitoring of GAIN Tanzania programs and projects related to the position. • Carry out regular budget monitoring and forecasting to ensure spend within the agreed budget parameters.Participate in the preparation, formatting and coordination of high-quality donor reports and other materials to communicate program performance, such as presentations, graphics and charts.Assist with the drafting of various, high-quality concept notes and fundraising proposals. • Ensure that learning from the program experiences are well documented so that evidence is used to further inform programming, as well as advocacy and policy work.Prepare and format standard contracts and related documents, in strict compliance with the standard contracting process and templates, in liaison with Finance, legal, budget holders etc. Key Organizational RelationshipsReports to the Country Director, TanzaniaWorks closely with the global teams.Regular engagement with Tanzania’s SUN stakeholders Job Requirements Global Alliance for Improved NutritionCompetencies (Skills and Attributes)Strong project management and strategic thinking abilitiesStrong analytical and technical abilitiesNegotiation and advocacy skillsAbility to use initiative, prioritize, multi-task, and work well under pressure to meet deadlinesAbility to operate within the corporate and public sectors to effectively liaise with private companies, development agencies, and governments in multiple culturesAbility to manage contractors to deliver high-quality resultsClear and systematic thinking that demonstrates good judgment, expert problem solving, and creativityStrong communication skills in multicultural, multi-lingual environmentFlexible, goal oriented and willingness to travel in challenging environmentsIT literate with excellent MS Office skills including advanced Excel.Experience:Experience in private sector and/or international developmentMinimum 3 years of progressively responsible project management experienceRelationship and partnership building experience and familiar with managing a wide platform of stakeholdersExperience supporting event managementEducation:Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Nutrition, Business Administration, International Development, Public Health, Economics or a suitable equivalent. Other RequirementsExcellent communication skills (oral and written): fluent in English,Be willing to travel to visit existing SBN Members and explore opportunities for recruiting new onesComfortable with working under pressure/tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment,Ability to multitask and prioritizeStrong interpersonal skills and ability to work alone and in a team setting.