JOB VACANCY: QUALITY ASSURANCE OFFICER AT WISE-FUTURES
Employer name: Water Infrastructure and Sustainable Energy – Futures (WISE-Futures)
Position Type: Full Time
Organization Type: Government
Location : ARUSHA-TANZANIA
Application deadline: 30/09/2017
Description :
The Water Infrastructure and Sustainable Energy – Futures (WISE-Futures) is a newly established Centre of Excellence funded by the World Bank under its Eastern and Southern Africa Centers of Excellence (ACE II) Project. ACE II project development objective is to strengthen twenty four selected Eastern and Southern African higher education institutions to deliver quality post-graduate education and build collaborative research capacity in the regional priority areas.
The WISE – Futures aspires:
a) To provide excellent learning environment for training top-notched Masters and PhD graduates specializing in water, sanitation and energy related fields;
b) To provide a stimulating research environment for early career researchers to enable them contribute to solving pressing societal problems related to water, sanitation and energy;
c) To strengthen regional and international research collaboration in order to promote the development of cutting edge solutions to water, sanitation and energy challenges in the region; and
d) To promote inclusive socio-economic transformation in the region by turning research findings into usable and accessible products for the benefits of society, and industry, and the sustainability of the environment. NM-AIST collaborates with a wide range of national, regional and international partners, and other Centers of Excellence in the Region.
The Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (NM-AIST) invites applications from suitably skilled, competent, and experienced individuals for its newly established Centre of Excellence in WISE – Futures to fill the following vacant post:-.
Quality Assurance Officer (1 Post)
(i) Responsibilities:
• Managing day to day activities related to quality assurance
• Responsible in monitoring and reporting on the quality of education and research activities of the centre is compliant as per the quidelines
• Provide support in identifying training needs and organize training interventions to meet quality standards
• Interpret and implement quality assurance standards in line with project requirments
• Evaluate adequacy of quality assurance standards
• Devise sampling procedures and directions for recording and reporting quality data
• Document internal audits and other quality assurance activities
• Collect and compile statistical quality data, analyze data to identify areas for improvement in the quality system
• Develop, recommend and monitor corrective and preventive actions
• Prepare reports to communicate outcomes of quality activities
• Evaluate audit findings and implement appropriate corrective actions
• Assure ongoing compliance with quality as per project requirements
• Draft quality assurance policies and procedures
• Ensure that the quality assurance checklists/inspections are conducted regularly
• Coordinate and support on-site audits conducted by external providers
• Coordinating audit processes as per the guideline
• Contributing to quality development activities through identifying good practices and development needs arising from the reviews for attention
• Provides substantive guidance on monthly, quarterly and annual reports
• Other duties as assigned by the Centre Management
(ii) Qualifications, Knowledge and Essential Atrributes:
• Minimum of a Bachelor Degree in a relevant discipline: Quality Assurance and Management, Project Management, or any other relevant discipline, knowledge in Statistics, Compliance would be an added advantage; Master’s Degree or equivalent preferred
• At least 5 years working experience in designing or implementing Quality Assurance Processes, or a combination of training and experience in a reputable international organization(s) / project(s)
• Experience and familiarity in designing, managing, quality control and/or evaluating projects such as World Bank, EU / AU projects and their policies and procedures
• Comprehensive background in both quantitative and qualitative research methods, including participatory data collection approaches
• Experience in organizing and delivering training workshops; strong oral and written presentation skills in English and Kiswahili
• Strong organizational and time management skills; self-motivation and ability to work under minimal supervision, including ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines when required
• Confidence in dealing proactively with a range of project partners, including academic staff, students and diverse external clients, ability to motivate the team
• Proactive problem-solving skills and a flexible attitude
• Excellent cross-cultural skills and familiarity with gender equality principles. Ability to work in multi-disciplinary and international teams
• Demonstrated commitment to professionalism and security of data and data sources, particularly in sensitive environments; ability to maintain confidentiality regarding all aspects of work at all times
• Good communication and inter-personal skills, team player, able to work under minimal supervision in a fast-paced academic environment
• Good analytical skills and ability to use essential computer software for data analysis (R for statistics, SPSS, Excel etc)
• Positive and helpful attitude in responding to enquiries by Centre members and external clients
• Willingness to learn new skills and adapt within the role
• Flexibility to work through setbacks and delays
• Certified Quality Assurance will be an added advantage including Quality Auditor,
Quality Engineer, Quality Improvement Associate
(iii) Package:
A maximum total salary budget (inclusive of Gratuity 25%, Workers Compensation fund of 0.5% and Health Insurance of 3%) will be USD 1,500 per month. The final package will depend on experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.
(iv) Duration of the position:
We offer full time two years contract, with a probation period of six months. The position is renewable but subject to satisfactory performance. Maximum duration is five (5) years but this may be extended, subject to availability of funding.
(v) Duty Station: Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology [NM-AIST], Arusha, Tanzania.
(vi) Reporting to: Centre Manager/Centre Leader / Deputy Centre Leader.
HOW TO APPLY:
Eligible candidates possessing the above qualifications and attributes are advised to submit their applications including the following:
• A cover letter in which you describe your abilities and motivation,
• Most recent Curriculum Vitae
• Certified photocopies of relevant certificates and academic transcripts
• Letter of recommendation from two professional referees
• Contact details: Telephone, E-mail and Postal Address
• Individuals currently employed in the Public Service should route their applications through their employers
Applications should be sent by either e-mail or via post address and should be addressed to:
Deputy Vice Chancellor-Planning, Finance and Administration,
The Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology,
P.O. Box 447,
ARUSHA, TANZANIA.
E-mail: wise.admin@nm-aist.ac.tz
Please mention the vacancy position in the e-mail header
Deadline for application:
Deadline for application is 30th September 2017. Recruitment will be as soon as possible.
Note: Any other correspondence in response to this advertisement will not be dealt with. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Position Type: Full Time
Organization Type: Government
Location : ARUSHA-TANZANIA
Application deadline: 30/09/2017
Description :
The Water Infrastructure and Sustainable Energy – Futures (WISE-Futures) is a newly established Centre of Excellence funded by the World Bank under its Eastern and Southern Africa Centers of Excellence (ACE II) Project. ACE II project development objective is to strengthen twenty four selected Eastern and Southern African higher education institutions to deliver quality post-graduate education and build collaborative research capacity in the regional priority areas.
The WISE – Futures aspires:
a) To provide excellent learning environment for training top-notched Masters and PhD graduates specializing in water, sanitation and energy related fields;
b) To provide a stimulating research environment for early career researchers to enable them contribute to solving pressing societal problems related to water, sanitation and energy;
c) To strengthen regional and international research collaboration in order to promote the development of cutting edge solutions to water, sanitation and energy challenges in the region; and
d) To promote inclusive socio-economic transformation in the region by turning research findings into usable and accessible products for the benefits of society, and industry, and the sustainability of the environment. NM-AIST collaborates with a wide range of national, regional and international partners, and other Centers of Excellence in the Region.
The Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (NM-AIST) invites applications from suitably skilled, competent, and experienced individuals for its newly established Centre of Excellence in WISE – Futures to fill the following vacant post:-.
Quality Assurance Officer (1 Post)
(i) Responsibilities:
• Managing day to day activities related to quality assurance
• Responsible in monitoring and reporting on the quality of education and research activities of the centre is compliant as per the quidelines
• Provide support in identifying training needs and organize training interventions to meet quality standards
• Interpret and implement quality assurance standards in line with project requirments
• Evaluate adequacy of quality assurance standards
• Devise sampling procedures and directions for recording and reporting quality data
• Document internal audits and other quality assurance activities
• Collect and compile statistical quality data, analyze data to identify areas for improvement in the quality system
• Develop, recommend and monitor corrective and preventive actions
• Prepare reports to communicate outcomes of quality activities
• Evaluate audit findings and implement appropriate corrective actions
• Assure ongoing compliance with quality as per project requirements
• Draft quality assurance policies and procedures
• Ensure that the quality assurance checklists/inspections are conducted regularly
• Coordinate and support on-site audits conducted by external providers
• Coordinating audit processes as per the guideline
• Contributing to quality development activities through identifying good practices and development needs arising from the reviews for attention
• Provides substantive guidance on monthly, quarterly and annual reports
• Other duties as assigned by the Centre Management
(ii) Qualifications, Knowledge and Essential Atrributes:
• Minimum of a Bachelor Degree in a relevant discipline: Quality Assurance and Management, Project Management, or any other relevant discipline, knowledge in Statistics, Compliance would be an added advantage; Master’s Degree or equivalent preferred
• At least 5 years working experience in designing or implementing Quality Assurance Processes, or a combination of training and experience in a reputable international organization(s) / project(s)
• Experience and familiarity in designing, managing, quality control and/or evaluating projects such as World Bank, EU / AU projects and their policies and procedures
• Comprehensive background in both quantitative and qualitative research methods, including participatory data collection approaches
• Experience in organizing and delivering training workshops; strong oral and written presentation skills in English and Kiswahili
• Strong organizational and time management skills; self-motivation and ability to work under minimal supervision, including ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines when required
• Confidence in dealing proactively with a range of project partners, including academic staff, students and diverse external clients, ability to motivate the team
• Proactive problem-solving skills and a flexible attitude
• Excellent cross-cultural skills and familiarity with gender equality principles. Ability to work in multi-disciplinary and international teams
• Demonstrated commitment to professionalism and security of data and data sources, particularly in sensitive environments; ability to maintain confidentiality regarding all aspects of work at all times
• Good communication and inter-personal skills, team player, able to work under minimal supervision in a fast-paced academic environment
• Good analytical skills and ability to use essential computer software for data analysis (R for statistics, SPSS, Excel etc)
• Positive and helpful attitude in responding to enquiries by Centre members and external clients
• Willingness to learn new skills and adapt within the role
• Flexibility to work through setbacks and delays
• Certified Quality Assurance will be an added advantage including Quality Auditor,
Quality Engineer, Quality Improvement Associate
(iii) Package:
A maximum total salary budget (inclusive of Gratuity 25%, Workers Compensation fund of 0.5% and Health Insurance of 3%) will be USD 1,500 per month. The final package will depend on experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.
(iv) Duration of the position:
We offer full time two years contract, with a probation period of six months. The position is renewable but subject to satisfactory performance. Maximum duration is five (5) years but this may be extended, subject to availability of funding.
(v) Duty Station: Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology [NM-AIST], Arusha, Tanzania.
(vi) Reporting to: Centre Manager/Centre Leader / Deputy Centre Leader.
HOW TO APPLY:
Eligible candidates possessing the above qualifications and attributes are advised to submit their applications including the following:
• A cover letter in which you describe your abilities and motivation,
• Most recent Curriculum Vitae
• Certified photocopies of relevant certificates and academic transcripts
• Letter of recommendation from two professional referees
• Contact details: Telephone, E-mail and Postal Address
• Individuals currently employed in the Public Service should route their applications through their employers
Applications should be sent by either e-mail or via post address and should be addressed to:
Deputy Vice Chancellor-Planning, Finance and Administration,
The Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology,
P.O. Box 447,
ARUSHA, TANZANIA.
E-mail: wise.admin@nm-aist.ac.tz
Please mention the vacancy position in the e-mail header
Deadline for application:
Deadline for application is 30th September 2017. Recruitment will be as soon as possible.
Note: Any other correspondence in response to this advertisement will not be dealt with. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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