JOB DETAILS:
INTRODUCTION
FCS is an independent Tanzanian Not-For-Profit development organization that is anchored in Tanzanian civil society serving as a catalytic support mechanism for the Civil Society sector in Tanzania.
FCS is hiring qualified and competent professionals to the positions of: Chief of Party;
Deputy Chief of Party - Programs; Deputy Chief of Party - Operations; and Monitoring and Evaluation Director for an anticipated 4-year USAID project that seeks to increase the empowerment, productivity, and community engagement of youth, and in particular for out- of-school youth aged 15-25. The project will enable youth to access resources and opportunities for basic educational, life, and entrepreneurial skills; and participate in activities that foster their physical and mental well-being. It will also build or strengthen existing networks that support youth development and community engagement. The expected results of the project is that youth will be more productive, engaged, and active members in their communities. These positions are contingent to successful bidding and securing of resource from USAID.

Deputy Chief of Party - Operations
Position Summary:
The Deputy Chief of Party – Operations will be responsible for overseeing operational management and administration of the project. S/he will manage financial, administrative and human resources systems for the project. S/he will also manage a team providing support to the project's technical objectives. This is a full-time position and is contingent upon contract award to FCS.

Specific/ Essential Responsibilities
• Manage the accounting, finance and administrative components of the project
• Ensure consistency with FCS standard operating procedures, policies, and accounting principles;
• Develop procedures for monitoring, managing and analyzing project budgets, which allow for accurate projection of expenditures and comparisons of actual and budgeted spending;
• Coordinate monthly requests for funds, based on budget and cash flow projections, to ensure the project has all necessary funds for operations;
• Coordinate and oversee tendering and procurement activities of the project;
• Ensure financial reporting is in accordance with the donor's contractual requirements;
• Ensure project finances and operations adhere to relevant laws, including oversight and filing of necessary taxes;
• Advise project staff on the financial health of the project through the provision of regular and timely financial expenditure reports;
• Oversee payroll procedures for staff; administer the payroll, and monitor employee timekeeping;
• Develop and implement office administrative and personnel systems;
• Maintain financial controls and procedures for the management of funds and sub-awards/contracts;
• Supervise project staff and consultants working on finance and administration for the project;
• Maintain financial files and support audits as needed;
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief of Party.

Required Experience and skills
• Master's degree in Business Administration, Certified Public Account certificate or equivalent. Supplemental training in grants management or demonstrated experience will be an added advantage.
• A Minimum of 10 years' experience in financial management and grants management experience in international development projects;
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in similar roles for USAID-funded programs;
• Demonstrated working knowledge of USG rules and regulations, particularly the code of federal regulations 2 CFR 200 and 2 CFR 700.
• Strong analytical and computer skills, especially with accounting software, spreadsheets, and financial analysis;
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

FCS offers an attractive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience, career development opportunities and excellent working conditions.

If you feel you meet the criteria outlined above, please apply in writing to the address below, and enclose the following documents:
A fully typed curriculum vitae (CV) with the following:
Full contact details, including telephone numbers and e-mail address
The names and contact details of three (3) professional references.

Applications received after this date will not be considered. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
The Executive Director
Foundation for Civil Society, 7 Madai Crescent Ada Estate Plot 154,
P. O. Box 7192,
Dar es Salaam.

Email: jobs@thefoundation.or.tz