Project Coordinator at Oslo Center

The Oslo Center was established in 2006 as an independent, non-partisan, non-governmental organization. The main areas of work have been peace, democracy and human rights, and through the years the mission of the Center has increasingly focused on democracy assistance. The Oslo Center takes a holistic approach to democracy assistance, working with political institutions and processes including political parties, governance actors, civil society and independent commissions and offices. The Oslo Center is assisting our partners in their institutional and organizational strengthening, rather than offering prescriptive programs and activities.

The Oslo Center is seeking a project coordinator for the Tanzania program. The position reports to the Regional Project Manager.

Primary Responsibilities

Oversees implementation of OC programmatic activities, timing and results; aanticipates and plans for programmatic needs, and acts accordinglySafeguards effective implementation of OC Tanzania program by ensuring programs stay within budget limits.
Drafts proposals, work plans, quarterly and other reports to Oslo Center Head Office.
Leads work plan discussions; manages a process for work plan drafting and submission.
Organizes, conducts and contributes to political party training workshops in collaboration with the various stakeholders
Analyses Tanzania’s political development and provide background material for documents, briefings and reporting to the Oslo Center.
Monitors the implementation of the program by collecting, storing and analysing data to effectively capture program best practices, lessons learned, and success stories.
Assists in the evaluation of the OC Tanzania program
Make monthly program budget costs and reconcile funds provided
Represents the Oslo Center at local conferences and meetings with OC partners, NGO community, funders and donors as assigned by the Executive Director
Undertakes other duties that may be assigned by the Executive Director to meet the fluid nature of OC’s program in Tanzania.

Qualifications

A Tanzanian National
University degree, preferably in Law, Political Science or International Relations; graduate degree preferred.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in democratisation, governance and development.
Strong understanding of the political background and recent developments in Tanzania, particularly regarding political parties and alignments, and electoral institutions
Knowledge of political parties and legislative activities
Strong professional oral and written communication skills in English
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and other computer-based software
Experience with financial management and reporting
Well-organized and skilled in prioritizing and managing multiple tasks.
Flexible, diligent and team-oriented.

How to apply
The Oslo Center seeks the staff to represent the general population, when it comes to both gender and cultural diversity, we therefore encourage women and people with minority backgrounds to apply for the position.

To apply for the position please submit your CV and application letter to post@oslocenter.no by 12 of September 2020.

CLOSING DATE: 12th September, 2020.