Analyze your CV for Female Future (FF) Coordinator at Association of Tanzania Employers(ATE)

The association of Tanzania Employers(ATE) formerly known as the Federation of Tanganyika employers(FTE) is Tanzania's apex employers’ organization. It was formed in 1960 to represent few private employers. ATE is registered and recognized under the employment and Labour Relations Act (no. 6 of 2004) as an Employers Union in Tanzania. It represents employers in all sectors of the national economy excluding the civil service. ATE, the Government and the Trade Unions from the Tripartite Forum which addresses all industrial relations and labor-related issues at sectoral and national levels.
ATE is an active member of national, regional, continental organizations like Tanzania Private Sector Foundation(TPSF), East African Business Council (EABC), SADC Private Sector Forum (SPSF), Business Africa and International Organization of Employers(IOE). The association has more than 7600 members from all sectors of the national economy, of which 70% are based in Dar es Salaam and the remaining are scattered in regions of Tanzania Mainland. It has also a Zonal Office in Arusha to cater for members in Northern Tanzania.
The association wants to further strengthen its secretariat by employing a suitable and qualified officer to fill the below vacancy, Applications are therefore invited from qualified Tanzanian Nationals fo the following vacant posts. ATE is an equal Opportunity Employer.
Female Future (FF) Coordinator
ATE in collaboration with its partner, Confederation of Norwegian Enterprise (NHO) is implementing a women leadership development Programme, FEMALE FUTURE. The program, developed in Norway by NHO has been offered in other countries in Africa, its goal is to equip women with the skills needed to take up top leadership and board positions. The program has been customized to meet the needs of the Tanzanian labor market. The program is highly successful in empowering women executives to realize their dreams of being leaders and board members and it helps women boost competences and confidence in the workplace which in turn increases enterprise productivity. The Female Future Programme is an initiative by ATE to support the government initiatives that focus on the elevation of gender inequality in the economy, education, training and employment at all levels. ATE is now looking for a suitable candidate to lead this program. As the female future coordinator, you will be the face of ATE while working closely with experienced women from the corporate, you will interact with CEOs of highly profiled companies. You will report to the Executive Director.
 
Key Responsibilities

Implement the strategic and operational plans as approved to organise female future program
Marketing and selling the program
Organising networking meetings
Organising annual women's leadership conferences
Coordinating the development of program content
Manage day-to-day activities of the project
Generate knowledge and evidence to enable the effective running of the program
Ensuring the sustainability of the project
Policy recommendation and implementation
Resource mobilization
Perform any other duty as may be given by the executive director from time to time
Training when there is a need
Create and build relationships and networks
Interface and engage with companies
Recruit participants for the program
Right here lee plans and reports and communicate with the donor
Responsible for budget and accounts for the program
Ensure the program is visible in public forums eg social media
Engage the alumni and follow up on the women who  have graduated to map out the results of the program
Create a database of potential women board candidates for recommendation to companies

Knowledge and skills essential

Project manager, Report Writing, Corporate communication, Public Relations, Research working knowledge, managing meetings, Training and facilitation skill working Knowledge

Personal Character traits: Personal skills, innovative, creative, proactive, leadership skills, ability to engage with external and internal stakeholders, Technology  savvy, strong planning and coordination skills, Team player
Key competencies/Qualifications

Ability to conduct and supervise planning and budgeting
Knowledge in project management
Experience with training and talent management
Ability to solve problems
Good communication skills
Proficiency in Kiswahili and English
Good interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence, team player and proactive

Minimum Qualifications and Skills

Postgraduate degree from any recognised university
Training in women studies and marketing
At least three years working experience in the private sector
Experience in training
Experience in project work will be an added advantage

Remuneration

Attractive package will be offered to the right candidate
A good working and learning environment with highly competent and supportive colleagues
Competence development
An opportunity to create an exciting network
Career development opportunities

Method of Application:
For consideration, please submit your detailed cv, names of three referees(not relatives), copies of certificates, one page draft on women and leadership in Tanzania, testimonials and a cover letter to reach the undersigned by 12th June 2018
Executive Director, Association of Tanzania Employers, SSTL Group Building, 1st Floor, Dunga Street, Kinondoni, Block 42, P.O Box 2971, Dar es Salaam. Or send your application via email to: info@ate.or.tz