Manager (Regional Administration) Job at World Vegetable Center

• Maintain inventory of all physical assets, control and reconcile it with the Maconomy fixed assets list.
• Ensure maintenance contracts for office and other infrastructure equipment are in place and renewed periodically.
• Assist the Regional Director in planning staffing needs, securing required approvals from HQ.
• Facilitate recruitment of local staff; Prepare job descriptions, announce positions, assist in shortlisting, conduct interviews, and prepare employment contracts in line with the Center policies.
• Onboarding: employee documentation, induction of new staff to policies, procedures, and systems.
• Staff information: maintain staff information and provide regular updates to HR at HQ.
• Performance-related: assist the Regional Director in conducting staff performance reviews, salary adjustments, and record keeping.
• Assist the international staff based in Arusha in securing work permits, visas, housing, schooling for children, home leave travel, and other needs as required.
• Manage transport and logistics for the Center, including vehicle registration, maintenance, trip management, fuel use optimization, and disposal.
• Oversee contract services – housekeeping, gardening, etc., and ensure quality services are provided at optimal cost.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Business/Public Administration or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years work experience in managing human resources, procurement, and administration, preferably in multinational companies, international organizations, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs).
• Proficiency in English, with excellent communication skills in writing and speaking.
• An excellent understanding of administration, procurement, and human resources functions and practices.
• Familiarity with the Tanzania tax, labor, establishment laws, and regulations; previous experience in interacting with government departments and regulatory agencies will be an advantage.
• Experience in handling enterprise resource management systems.
• Excellent computer skills in MS-office applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access).

How to Apply

interest in the position along with their curriculum vitae, a recent passport size photograph, copies of the national ID, qualification certificates, names, and addresses (including telephone/fax/e-mail) of three referees, and date of availability.

Please send applications stating the job title by e-mail to [email protected] appropriately marked as ‘Application for Manager – Regional Administration” in the subject line.

Application Deadline: 31st December 2021.