NGO Job Vacancies - African Wildlife Foundation

African Wildlife Foundation (AWF)

Position Title: Hydrologist
 
Salary Range: Competitive
 
Location: Mbeya, Tanzania
 
Department: Program
 
Supervisor: Program Manager, Southern Tanzania
 
Supervises: N/A

Position Summary: This position will be responsible for the coordination and implementation of all water related conservation activities under the “Safeguarding Ecosystem Services and Promoting Sustainable Agriculture in Tanzania’s Mkoji Water Sub-Catchment Project”. 

Reporting to the Program Manager, Southern Tanzania. incumbent will be responsible for activity design, data collection, collation, storage, analyses and dissemination of all water related information and to train and work with water user committees to improve water management within a rapidly changing landscape. 

The Hydrologist will work with the relevant department at AWF to ensure appropriate indicators are identified across the catchment and monitoring of water quality, quantity and flows is conducted regularly.

Responsibilities
  • Manage the process of improving watershed planning in the Mkoji sub-catchment
  • Assist with the monitoring of water user agreements , strengthening of water user associations 
  • Coordinate implementation of water monitoring protocols and produce associated monitoring reports
  • Work with the agricultural specialists and water allocation committees to ensure optimal use of available water
  • Represent AWF in strategic forums
Qualifications
  • Postgraduate (MSc. or PhD degree) in relevant field
  • At least 3 years post degree experience in the hydrology sector
  • Direct experience of water conservation or field hydrological work in Africa
  • Experience engaging partners and other stakeholder consultation in project development
  • Experience working under organizational and site-level strategies as member of teams
  • Demonstrable commitment to AWF mission and understanding of issues faced by AWF in delivering its mission
  • Have verified record participating in design, managing resources and running a project
  • Have acceptable level of knowledge of local laws and regulations governing research and other hydrological work in Tanzania
  • Strong written and verbal English and Swahili.

Position Title:Administrative Assistant
 
Salary Range:Competitive Package on Offer
 
Location: Nairobi Headquarters
 
Department: F&A
 
Supervisor: Administration Officer
 
Supervises: N/A


The Administrative Assistant is an integral member of AWF and serves as the main contact for all external parties calling at the reception area of AWF headquarters, enhancing the organizational image and provides general administrative services to the office in support to AWF staff.

Key Responsibilities
  • Front office operations – ensure all visitors are well received and attended to as well as ensuring the front office is kept clean and tidy.
  • Switchboard operations – receive, make and direct calls as required as well ensure the switchboard is always operational and report any faults as required.
  • Procurement – purchasing office stationery, and maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of the same.
  • Logistical support - work with the logistics officer to ensure staff receive the necessary support in planning field/business trips. This includes making flight and hotel reservations as well as process visa applications as required.
  • Facilitate courier services for out-going mail/parcels and ensure efficient tracking.
  • Work with the Logistics Officer on tracking and final clearance of incoming parcels/mail.
  • Ensure timely payment of bills -Telephone, travel, stationery, taxi and courier.
  • Work with the Office Assistant to co-ordinate the use of meeting rooms and organize provision of catering services as requested.
  • Ensure proper upkeep of office equipment and ensure timely service and reorder of supplies.
  • Deal with vendors for office services, including stationery, telephone, courier, taxi
  • Maintain staff absence log and communicate the staff absence to other staff
  • Other duties as assigned by Supervisor
Qualifications
 
Education
  • Diploma in Business Administration or Secretarial Studies
  • Certificate in Customer Service/Front Office operations is an added advantage
Experience 
  • At least 3 years’ experience in a similar position (preferably in an international NGO set-up or busy working environment) 
  • Basic Financial/ Accounting experience would be an added advantage
Skills & Knowledge
  • Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced office setting
  • Strong grasp of MS Office Suite
  • Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to details
  • Must demonstrate professional demeanor
  • Excellent phone etiquette
  • Team oriented, flexible and adaptable, with positive attitude and strong work ethic
How to Apply

E-mail your application to jobs@awf.org.

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate has been identified.