Systems Support Specialist at JSI
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Position Category: Local hire, paid in country
Posting Date: 01/23/2025
Deadline Date: 01/31/2025
Starting Date: 01/23/2025
Salary: Commensurate with experience and location.
Description
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PROJECT OVERVIEW
The purpose of the USAID NextGen Ugavi Bora, Afya Bora activity is to strengthen Tanzania’s public health supply chain and pharmaceutical services to ensure sustainable access to and appropriate use of safe, effective, quality-assured, affordable health commodities. USAID NextGen Ugavi Bora, Afya Bora activity must work to develop the capacity of local systems, institutions, and individuals to sustainably manage supply chains, for both USAID-procured health commodities and those procured through national/local systems, and to strengthen local pharmaceutical management systems, including quality pharmaceutical services and national regulatory systems
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Job Summary
The System Support Specialist will play a key role in supporting the rollout and ongoing operation of Supply Chain Information Systems (eLMIS and related applications). This position is responsible for providing expert-level support to end users, ensuring effective functionality, data accuracy, and timely implementation of system updates. The specialist will contribute to maintaining system continuity, optimizing data flow, and improving supply chain efficiency at all levels. This position will report directly to the Business Analyst within the Supply Chain Information System & Data Management (SCIS & DM) team.
Responsibilities
The System Support Specialist will be responsible for a wide range of activities to ensure the smooth operation of eLMIS and other Supply Chain Information Systems (SCIS). Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
End-User Support & Training
- Provide high-quality Level 1 and Level 2 support for eLMIS users, including health facilities, Council Health Management Teams (CHMT), Regional Health Management Teams (RHMT), and Ministry of Health staff. This includes troubleshooting, issue resolution, and guiding users through complex system workflows.
- Conduct user training and capacity building for system users at all levels, with a focus on health facilities, ensuring they understand and adhere to best practices for data entry, system updates, and reporting.
- Provide hands-on, remote, and on-site technical assistance to users, ensuring that common issues are resolved promptly and that users are empowered to effectively use the system.
- Monitor support tickets, ensuring timely responses and resolution in line with service level agreements (SLAs).
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System Administration & User Management
- Collaborate with the Ministry of Health (MOH) and other stakeholders to manage user roles, permissions, and system access control to ensure secure and appropriate access to eLMIS and other Supply Chain Information Systems.
- Manage health facility data within the eLMIS system, ensuring that facility details are up-to-date and reflect accurate information for system-wide reporting and analytics.
- Monitor system performance and ensure the correct functioning of system components, reporting any system downtimes or issues to the technical support team.
Data Quality Assurance & Reporting
- Identify, investigate, and address data quality issues raised through eLMIS and other Supply Chain Information Systems, working closely with MOH IT team, Regional and Council Health Management Teams, to implement corrective actions.
- Provide feedback to system users and health teams on data discrepancies, ensuring that corrective measures are implemented and data integrity is maintained.
- Analyze supply chain data for reporting, highlighting trends, performance gaps, and root causes. Provide actionable insights for improvement to ensure continuous system optimization and user compliance.
- Prepare comprehensive reports on system performance, data accuracy, user adoption, and training effectiveness. Share findings with stakeholders to guide system improvements and operational adjustments.
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Bug Tracking & System Maintenance
- Identify, document, and track system bugs, errors, and enhancement requests using Jira or similar bug tracking systems, ensuring proper follow-up with the technical team for timely resolution.
- Test and verify fixes for reported bugs and system updates to ensure proper functionality before rollout.
- Regularly review system updates and patches, ensuring that end users are informed and that the necessary training and support materials are provided for new features.
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
Work closely with the eLMIS development team and other technical teams to ensure that user feedback and operational needs are considered during system updates and new releases.
Engage with MOH and MSD eLMIS support team and other system stakeholders to maintain high system adoption rates and address any barriers to full system implementation and usage.
Facilitate communication between system users and technical teams to ensure that user needs are understood and addressed, improving overall system performance and user satisfaction.[/list]
Continuous Improvement & Capacity Building
- Proactively identify opportunities for system enhancement and user support optimization to improve the efficiency and functionality of the Supply Chain Information System and other related systems.
- Foster a culture of continuous learning by conducting regular training sessions, workshops, and webinars for system users to build their capacity and maintain up-to-date knowledge of system features and functionalities.
- Prepare training materials, system documentation, and user manuals to support user onboarding and ongoing education, ensuring they are aligned with global public health supply chain standards.
Other Duties
- Provide backup support for other Supply Chain Information Systems (SCIS) as necessary, including data integration efforts with related systems such as Epicor 10, GotHOMIS, AfyaCare, DHIS2, mSupply, and other Supply Chain Information Systems.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or project management team, contributing to the overall success of the Supply Chain Information System implementation and support activities.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position should be Tanzanian nationals or lawful residents who possess the following minimum qualifications:
- Diploma in Information Technology and/or other related disciplines with focus on use of information systems for data management.
- Public Health professional or logistics professional with at least two years’ experience in data management.
- Strong understanding of Supply Chain Information Systems (e.g., eLMIS, Epicor 10, mSupply) and experience in data management and analysis within logistics management information systems. .
- Experience in logistics/supply chain management and or public health commodities management.
- Proficiency with Jira or similar bug tracking tools for issue management and follow-up.
- Experience working with the Government of Tanzania and other NGOs preferred.
- Experience is providing end user support with help desk services.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively liaise between technical and non-technical stakeholders, and proficiency in both written and verbal English and Swahili. Ability to collect, analyze, prepare and present supply chain data on health commodities
- Ability to work independently and as a team player
- Previous work experience with USAID-funded projects desirable.
- Proficiency in common computer packages (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel) relevant to the work.
Interested candidates should submit their resumes and cover letters online by 01/31/2025.
No phone calls please.
Principals only please.
How to Apply:
To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.
Systems Strengthening Team Lead at JSI
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Position Category: Local hire, paid in country
Posting Date: 01/23/2025
Deadline Date: 01/31/2025
Starting Date: 01/23/2025
Salary: Commensurate with experience and location.
Description
PROJECT OVERVIEW
The purpose of the USAID NextGen Ugavi Bora, Afya Bora activity is to strengthen Tanzania’s public health supply chain and pharmaceutical services to ensure sustainable access to and appropriate use of safe, effective, quality-assured, affordable health commodities. USAID NextGen Ugavi Bora, Afya Bora activity must work to develop the capacity of local systems, institutions, and individuals to sustainably manage supply chains, for both USAID-procured health commodities and those procured through national/local systems, and to strengthen local pharmaceutical management systems, including quality pharmaceutical services and national regulatory systems
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Job Summary
The Systems Strengthening Team Lead will provide strategic, operational and technical leadership related to demand planning; identify and encourage the adoption of leading practices for quantification, forecasting and supply planning; mentor and build the skills of relevant stakeholders within the Government of Tanzania (MoH) to forecast demand, and monitor supply plans that will determine the availability of HIV/AIDS, Laboratory, Malaria, MNCH, FP, TB, essential medicines and NTD commodities; and recommend interventions to improve commodity security.
Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:
- Provide technical subject matter expertise on all areas related to demand planning:
- Assisting PSU and MSD in conducting national essential medicines quantifications, including support of the bottom up quantification process
- Providing expert technical assistance in forecasting of commodity needs for vertical programs (HIV/AIDS, Laboratory, Malaria, MNCH, FP, TB, NTD) and essential medicines.
- Coaching stakeholders from the MoH to review and analyze supply chain implications of product selection and changes in testing, treatment, and care guidelines, and adjust supply plans accordingly.
- Providing guidance to estimate the cost of required commodities.
- Assisting partners in identifying financial resources to meet commodity financing needs.
- Coaching the MoH to perform pipeline analyses and monitor in-country supply levels.
- Highlighting potential supply plan challenges, and developing recommendations to address those challenges
- Identify opportunities to improve the quality of data that informs quantification exercises.
- Ensure timely submissions of supply plans to the PSA for all program commodity groups that the USAID Ugavi Bora, Afya Bora activity supports.
- Participate in routine communications with the PSA, and highlight issues that should be brought to national programs for decision making.
- Oversee the annual workplanning process and provide inputs to the operations team to budget for demand planning activities including meetings, training, and other activities.
- Identify lessons learned, best practices, and success stories
- Complete and submit timely written technical and trip reports.
- Prepare presentations, participate and/or represent the project in stakeholder meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position should be Tanzanian nationals or lawful residents who possess the following minimum qualifications:
- Higher qualification in Laboratory technology, Pharmacy, Medical Doctor or other Public Health professions
- Demonstrated experience leading national quantifications for malaria, family planning (FP), HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis (TB) and maternal, newborn and child health (MNCH)
- Experience in and knowledge of leading practices related to strategic planning, strategic plan implementation, logistics/supply chain management and or public health commodities management desirable.
- Experience working with the Government of Tanzania and other NGOs preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal English.
- Ability to prepare and present information related to commodity availability
- Ability to coach and mentor public sector stakeholders to develop strategies and manage implementation of projects.
- Ability to work independently.
- Previous work experience with USAID-funded projects is desirable.
- Proficiency in common computer packages (eg. Word, PowerPoint, Excel) relevant to the work.
- Team player.
- Able to travel for an extended period of time in-country to support technical activities.
- Able to travel internationally to attend training and conferences as needed.
Interested candidates should submit their resumes and cover letters online by 01/31/2025.
No phone calls please.
How to Apply:
To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.
Job Description
Business Analyst
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Position Category: Local hire, paid in country
Posting Date: 01/23/2025
Deadline Date: 01/31/2025
Starting Date: 01/23/2025
Salary: Commensurate with experience and location.
Description
PROJECT OVERVIEW
The purpose of the USAID NextGen Ugavi Bora, Afya Bora activity is
to strengthen Tanzania’s public health supply chain and pharmaceutical
services to ensure sustainable access to and appropriate use of safe,
effective, quality-assured, affordable health commodities. USAID NextGen
Ugavi Bora, Afya Bora activity must work to develop the capacity of
local systems, institutions, and individuals to sustainably manage
supply chains, for both USAID-procured health commodities and those
procured through national/local systems, and to strengthen local
pharmaceutical management systems, including quality pharmaceutical
services and national regulatory systems
JOB SUMMARY
The Business Analyst will focus on facilitating all business
analysis activities for the Supply Chain Information Systems
implementation such as the electronic logistics management information
systems (eLMIS), and coordinating functional requirements for
development and integration of these systems. S/he will work with
in-country stakeholders including the Ministry of Health (MOH), the
President’s Office of Regional Administration and Local Government
(PO-RALG) and ICT directorate/department to build consensus on business
architecture decisions, where appropriate.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
Primary Responsibilities:
- Requirement Development and Documentation
- Collaborate with stakeholders to develop user requirements, including business process mapping, use case development, and detailed system specifications.
- Periodically convene subject matter experts to gather, analyze, and document user requirements, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives.
System Performance and Improvement:
- Monitor, manage, and prioritize system backlogs (bugs, enhancements, and feature requests) using JIRA or Confluence, in consultation with the SCIS & DM team and key stakeholders.
- Proactively identify and implement strategies to optimize the functionality and utilization of Supply Chain Information Systems (e.g., eLMIS), including regular performance reviews to drive continuous improvement.
Collaboration and Community Engagement:
- Facilitate government counterparts’ active participation in global Supply Chain Information Systems (e.g., OpenLMIS community) for alignment with new features, releases, and best practices (e.g., OpenLMIS v3.x).
- Foster linkages and synergies between supply chain systems and health facility systems (e.g., GoTHOMIS, Afya HMIS) and registries (e.g., Health Facility Registry) through Health Information Exchange platforms.
Testing and Quality Assurance:
- Develop and execute test plans and schedules for system changes in collaboration with software developers and the SCIS & DM team.
- Ensure technical compatibility and high-quality deliverables by working closely with developers, Analytics Advisors, System Support teams, and end-users.
Training and Documentation:
- Maintain and manage comprehensive system documentation, including technical guides, user manuals, and training curricula.
- Design and conduct user training sessions to build capacity for effective system use.
Stakeholder Engagement and Reporting:
- Serve as a technical resource for project staff on Data and Analytics activities and support other SCIS & DM initiatives as required.
- Prepare and deliver presentations, participate in stakeholder meetings, and represent the project in relevant forums.
- Complete and submit detailed technical and trip reports in a timely manner.
General Responsibilities:
- Ensure the timely and high-quality execution of workplan activities, demonstrating strong analytical skills and attention to detail to meet project deliverables.
- Support other duties as assigned to achieve project goals.
QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants for this position should be Tanzanian nationals or lawful residents who possess the following minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, Health Information, Business Management, or related field. Advanced degree preferred.
- At least 4 years of practical experience in eLMIS, DHIS2, HMIS, and/ or related systems
- Experience working with MOH, health programs and knowledge of the larger HIS ecosystem in Tanzania
- Experience with MIS technical documentation and user manuals
- Experience conducting training
- Comprehensive knowledge of software development methodologies, including Agile, Waterfall, and other industry-standard practices.
- Experience in UI mock-up tool such as Visio, Lucidchart or Gliffy
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in business process mapping and system analysis.
- Proven communications and writing skills in English
- Ability to work in a dynamic team-oriented environment but self-managing of own time
- Ability to work collaboratively with technical teams, government counterparts, and end-users.
- Experience with USAID-funded projects preferred.
- Proficiency in tools like JIRA, Confluence, and Health Information Exchange platforms.
- Excellent documentation, training, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Familiarity with supply chain and health facility systems integration.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with a commitment to high-quality deliverables.
- Ability to work independently, take responsibility, and follow-through on assignments
Interested candidates should submit their resumes and cover letters online by 01/31/2025.
How to Apply:
To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.
Demand Planning Advisor, Family Planning & Malaria
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Position Category: Local hire, paid in country
Posting Date: 01/23/2025
Deadline Date: 01/31/2025
Starting Date: 01/23/2025
Salary: Commensurate with experience and location.
Description
PROJECT OVERVIEW
The purpose of the USAID NextGen Ugavi Bora, Afya Bora activity is
to strengthen Tanzania’s public health supply chain and pharmaceutical
services to ensure sustainable access to and appropriate use of safe,
effective, quality-assured, affordable health commodities. USAID NextGen
Ugavi Bora, Afya Bora activity must work to develop the capacity of
local systems, institutions, and individuals to sustainably manage
supply chains, for both USAID-procured health commodities and those
procured through national/local systems, and to strengthen local
pharmaceutical management systems, including quality pharmaceutical
services and national regulatory systems
JOB SUMMARY
The Demand Planning Advisor (FP/Malaria) will provide strategic,
operational and technical leadership related to demand planning;
identify and encourage the adoption of leading practices for
quantification, forecasting and supply planning; mentor and build the
skills of relevant stakeholders within the Ministry of Health (MoH) to
forecast demand, monitor supply plans of Malaria, FP and MNCH
commodities as well as recommend interventions to improve commodity
security.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:
- Provide technical subject matter expertise on all areas related to demand planning:
- Assisting PSU and MSD in conducting national essential medicines quantifications, including support of the bottom up quantification process
- Providing expert technical assistance in forecasting of MNCH, FP) needs.
- Coaching stakeholders from the MoH to review and analyze supply chain implications of product selection and changes in testing, treatment, and care guidelines, and adjust supply plans accordingly.
- Providing guidance to estimate the cost of required commodities.
- Assisting partners in identifying financial resources to meet commodity financing needs.
- Coaching the GoT to perform pipeline analyses and monitor in-country supply levels.
- Highlighting potential supply plan challenges, and developing recommendations to address those challenges
- Identify opportunities to improve the quality of data that informs quantification exercises.
- Participate in routine communications with the PSA, and highlight issues that should be brought to national programs for decision making.
- Oversee the annual work planning process and provide inputs to the operations team to budget for demand planning activities including meetings, training, and other activities.
- Identify lessons learned, best practices, and success stories
- Complete and submit timely written technical and trip reports.
- Prepare presentations, participate and/or represent the project in stakeholder meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants for this position should be Tanzanian nationals or lawful residents who possess the following minimum qualifications:
- Higher qualification in Pharmacy, Medical Doctor or other Public Health professions
- Demonstrated experience leading national quantifications for malaria, family planning (FP), HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis (TB) and maternal, newborn and child health (MNCH)
- Experience in and knowledge of leading practices related to strategic planning, strategic plan implementation, logistics/supply chain management and or public health commodities management desirable.
- Experience working with the Government of Tanzania and other NGOs preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal English.
- Ability to prepare and present information related to commodity availability
- Ability to coach and mentor public sector stakeholders to develop strategies and manage implementation of projects.
- Ability to work independently.
- Previous work experience with USAID-funded projects is desirable.
- Proficiency in common computer packages (eg. Word, PowerPoint, Excel) relevant to the work.
- Team player, able to travel for an extended period of time in-country to support technical activities.
- Able to travel internationally to attend training and conferences as needed.
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Interested candidates should submit their resumes and cover letters online by 01/31/2025.
How to Apply:
To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.
Demand Planning Advisor, Lab
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Position Category: Local hire, paid in country
Posting Date: 01/23/2025
Deadline Date: 01/31/2025
Starting Date: 01/23/2025
Salary: Commensurate with experience and location.
Description
PROJECT OVERVIEW
The purpose of the USAID NextGen Ugavi Bora, Afya Bora activity is
to strengthen Tanzania’s public health supply chain and pharmaceutical
services to ensure sustainable access to and appropriate use of safe,
effective, quality-assured, affordable health commodities. USAID NextGen
Ugavi Bora, Afya Bora activity must work to develop the capacity of
local systems, institutions, and individuals to sustainably manage
supply chains, for both USAID-procured health commodities and those
procured through national/local systems, and to strengthen local
pharmaceutical management systems, including quality pharmaceutical
services and national regulatory systems.
Job Summary
Demand Planning Advisor (Lab) is expected to provide technical
assistance to the HIV Pharmaceutical and Laboratory Services Unit under
the National AIDS and Hepatitis Control Program (NASHCoP) as well as
working closely with Assistant Director Diagnostics Services (ADDS) and
Head of Laboratory Services (HLS) to ensure that HIV/AIDS commodities
needs are accurately planned, forecasted, procured, stored, distributed
and managed according to set standard, procedures and regulations. In
addition, the advisor will be required to provide updated information
and data on commodities status, risks and data quality issues and advice
on appropriate corrective measures as may be needed. S/He will work to
collaborate with key stakeholders including TMDA, Medical Stores
Department (MSD), PEPFAR, Global Fund, Pharmaceutical Supplies Unit,
other sections within the NASHCoP and other MOH programs, as may be
needed, to attain the best HIV/AIDS commodities availability and
accessibility in the country.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Specific responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:
- Develop interventions/solutions for addressing Laboratory supply chain and pharmaceutical services bottlenecks such as using trends and peer-to-peer benchmarking to improve accountability.
- Support the development and execution of effective management of HIV/AIDS laboratory commodity changes and demand management strategies, procurement plans, storage, distribution and monitoring of activities gearing to improving availability of HIV/AIDS laboratory commodities.
- Provide technical expertise in annual HIV/AIDS laboratory quantification exercises and ensure quantification reports are written timely.
- Participate in quarterly review of supply plans and generate updated supply plans for laboratory commodities, and provide coaching to GoT counterparts in supply planning.
- Update and monitor pipeline databases to ensure optimal laboratory supply of commodities.
- Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly supply chain performance reports to the program, and facilitate its distribution to relevant stakeholders such as PEPFAR and Global Fund
- Monitor HIV/AIDS laboratory commodities shelf life, prepare and follow through with action plans to avoid expiry of products in storage facilities
- Liaise with GHSC – PSM and Global Fund to facilitate better commodities supply plans, and importation protocols in accordance to importations requirements.
- Respond to laboratory supply chain queries from PSA, PEPFAR, and USAID | Tanzania regarding USG funded shipments, ensuring productive collaboration between NASHCoP and PSA.
- Work with MSD and TMDA in ensuring that laboratory reagents and consumables and other related supplies are reported in accordance with the guidelines
- Review HIV/AIDS laboratory shipment updates from PSA and Global Fund and provide guidance for responsible actors to take action where needed
- Build capacity within the NASHCoP on order management processes such as placing orders with the PSA.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders including MSD, PEPFAR, Global Fund, Pharmaceutical Supplies Unit, TMDA MOH programs, and Implementing Partners as may be needed, to attain the best laboratory HIV/AIDS commodities availability and accessibility in the country and provide timely feedback as may be required.
- Coordinate key stakeholders which may include but not limited to MSD, PSU, TMDA, MOH-Diagnostic Unit, NASHCoP-PLSU, and other USG Implementing Partners to address supply chain and pharmaceutical management issues including funding mobilization for HIV/AIDS laboratory commodities and leveraging of supply chain and pharmaceutical services resources.
- Contribute to the development of supply chain and pharmaceutical services research questions to help identify determinants of product availability and patient safety.
- Support the preparations of annual work-plans and budgets and ensure smooth implementation of all activities.
- Contribute to the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting, including development of project success stories.
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- An advanced degree or a Master’s Degree in Public Health, Laboratory Science or other relevant area
- Experience in working with USAID funded projects.
- Previous experience in HIV and laboratory commodity management and supply chain data analysis.
- Knowledge in health supply chains in Tanzania.
- Knowledge on Tanzania Logistics Management Systems such the eLMIS, quantification tools (such as ForLab, Quantimed and Pipeline® is an added advantage).
- Ability to use infographic-style data visualization methods for senior-level management.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Swahili
- Excellent technical writing and oral presentation skills highly desired
Interested candidates should submit their resumes and cover letters online by 01/31/2025.
How to Apply:
To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.
Finance and Administration Officer
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Position Category: Local hire, paid in country
Posting Date: 01/23/2025
Deadline Date: 01/31/2025
Starting Date: 01/23/2025
Salary: Commensurate with experience and location.
Description
PROJECT OVERVIEW
The purpose of the USAID NextGen Ugavi Bora, Afya Bora activity is
to strengthen Tanzania’s public health supply chain and pharmaceutical
services to ensure sustainable access to and appropriate use of safe,
effective, quality-assured, affordable health commodities. USAID NextGen
Ugavi Bora, Afya Bora activity must work to develop the capacity of
local systems, institutions, and individuals to sustainably manage
supply chains, for both USAID-procured health commodities and those
procured through national/local systems, and to strengthen local
pharmaceutical management systems, including quality pharmaceutical
services and national regulatory systems
JOB SUMMARY
The Finance and Administration Officer will provide financial and
operational support to the Activity through processing payments for
various activities and day to day management of finance.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Review staff advances and expense reports for all staff including field offices.
- Ensure all office supplies invoices are obtained, reviewed and ready for payment.
- Ensure all payments are supported by the necessary documentation as per procedures.
- Secure project financial information by completing backups of documents so that financial information is not lost.
- Prepare JSI field accounts documents/vouchers and ensure their timely (on monthly basis) submission to HQ.
- Ensure compliance with all USAID and JSI financial management and accounting policies and regulations.
- Assist the senior accountant in resolving financial issues and discrepancies related to project finances.
- Prepare and maintain updates of JSI inventory log
- Tracking and review of JSI vendors` invoices and ensure their timely payments.
- Assist with the distribution of per diem payments during field activities.
- Engage in financial and related tasks as required by the project management.
- To prepare a VAT report for submission to TRA for reimbursement
- Support operations in other administrative tasks as assigned.
- Fleet management, coordinating project vehicles usage by scheduling and updating the project movement.
- Managing petty cash – payments, reporting, safe keeping and replenishment.
- To process payments for the workshop’s participants through mobile wallet payments
- Assist in the month end reporting process to deliver timely and accurate information
- Support the JSI finance and accounting unit with all other tasks assigned by the line supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or equivalent
- At least 5 years of financial experience.
- Excellent verbal and written English.
- Ability to take initiative and work in teams.
- Proficiency in Microsoft -Word, -Excel and -Office required.
- Financial experience with a USAID-funded project and knowledge of USAID rules and regulations strongly desired.
- Ability and willingness to travel within Tanzania if required.
- Experience with QuickBooks accounting system strongly desired.
- Experience working with an NGO an added advantage.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality for all project and staff proprietary matters.
Interested candidates should submit their resumes and cover letters online by 01/31/2025.
How to Apply:
To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.
Senior Software Engineer
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Position Category: Local hire, paid in country
Posting Date: 01/23/2025
Deadline Date: 01/31/2025
Starting Date: 01/23/2025
Salary: Commensurate with experience and location.
Description
PROJECT OVERVIEW
The purpose of the USAID NextGen Ugavi Bora, Afya Bora activity is
to strengthen Tanzania’s public health supply chain and pharmaceutical
services to ensure sustainable access to and appropriate use of safe,
effective, quality-assured, affordable health commodities. USAID NextGen
Ugavi Bora, Afya Bora activity must work to develop the capacity of
local systems, institutions, and individuals to sustainably manage
supply chains, for both USAID-procured health commodities and those
procured through national/local systems, and to strengthen local
pharmaceutical management systems, including quality pharmaceutical
services and national regulatory systems
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JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Software Engineer will work in collaboration with other
developers to provide tier 3 support for Supply Chain Information
Systems such as eLMIS both in Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar. S/he will
work to support system development and health information exchange
across the multiple systems in the health sector including eLMIS, DHIS2,
mSupply and Epicor. S/he will work in collaboration with national
stakeholders such as the Ministry of Health (MOH), the President’s
Office of Regional Administration and Local Government (PO-RALG),
Medical Stores Department (MSD), and the Ministry of Health of the
Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar.
RESPONSIBILITIES
This role requires proficiency in front-end, back-end,
database management, and system integration to deliver high-quality
applications. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Full-Stack Software Development:
- Design, develop, and implement scalable front-end applications using frameworks such as Angular, React, or Vue.js.
- Build robust back-end services and APIs using Java, Node.js, Spring Boot, or similar frameworks.
- Develop responsive and intuitive user interfaces to ensure a seamless user experience across devices.
- Implement RESTful APIs and integrate third-party APIs for enhanced system functionality.
Database Management:
- Design, optimize, and manage relational and non-relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, etc).
- Write complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and database triggers for data retrieval and manipulation.
- Perform database migrations and maintain data integrity across systems.
DevOps and System Deployment:
- Utilize containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes to manage application deployment.
- Implement CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or GitHub Actions to automate testing and deployment processes.
- Manage version control and code collaboration using Git and platforms like GitHub or Bitbucket.
Testing and Quality Assurance:
- Develop and execute unit tests, integration tests, and end-to-end tests using frameworks like Jasmine, or any other standard framework.
- Implement performance monitoring and optimization techniques for front-end and back-end applications.
- Perform code reviews and adhere to coding standards to maintain code quality and security.
System Integration and Interoperability:
- Design and implement system integrations with health information platforms such as DHIS2, mSupply, and other digital health systems.
- Work with Health Information Exchange (HIE) standards like HL7 FHIR and OpenHIE to ensure interoperability across systems.
Collaboration and Capacity Building:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including UI/UX designers, data analysts, and system administrators, to deliver cohesive solutions.
- Provide mentorship and technical guidance to other developers and MoHCDGEC/PORALG ICT staff on system architecture and best practices.
Documentation and Training:
- Create detailed technical documentation, including system architecture diagrams, API documentation, and deployment guides.
- Develop and deliver user manuals and training materials for system users and administrators.
Research and Innovation:
- Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies, frameworks, and industry trends to incorporate modern practices into system development.
- Explore emerging technologies such as AI/ML to enhance system functionality and efficiency.
General Responsibilities:
- Support the development of pharmacy and inventory modules for facility-level systems like GoTHOMIS and AfyaCare.
- Participate in regular code reviews, project planning, and system evaluations to identify areas for improvement.
- Maintain compliance with data protection and security standards where applicable.
- Provide regular updates to stakeholders on project progress, challenges, and milestones.
Perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants for this position should be Tanzanian nationals or lawful residents who possess the following minimum qualifications in Education & Experience:
- B.Sc in Computer Science or IT or related field from recognized University/College
- Proficiency in full-stack development with over five years of experience in developing web-based applications using Java, JavaScript, and related frameworks
- Knowledge on the Tanzania health information systems including HMIS, eLMIS and DHIS2.
- Strong knowledge of database design and management with extensive experience in PostgreSQL, PostGIS, MySQL, and proficiency in SQL and stored procedures Experience with front-end frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js) and back-end frameworks (Spring Boot, Node.js), along with strong proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS. Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Experience working with integration standards such as HL7 FHIR, OpenHIE, and other healthcare interoperability protocols.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions.
- Experience with Model – View – Controller (MVC) based application development
- Experience in source control systems such as git, bitbucket, SVN, or CVS
- Experience with deployment management tools (Jenkins, chef/puppet)
- Experience with ant/gradle scripting
- Experience with selenium/jasmine/cucumber automated testing frameworks
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Other Qualifications
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Established cultural competency in partnering with racial, cultural and linguistically diverse groups.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel) and comfortable in a fast-paced technical environment.
- Good communication skills with strong verbal and written English.
- Ability to work in a dynamic team-oriented environment but self-managing of own time, take on responsibility and follow-through on assignments.
- Ability to work with Linux operating systems and shell scripting language such as bash
- Familiarity with apache/nginx web server and tomcat/jboss application server
- Understanding of networking and information security
- Experience using software development methodologies
Interested candidates should submit their resumes and cover letters online by 01/31/2025.
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