Introduction The KOICE Alumni Association of Tanzania (KAAT), and association for participants of training programs of KOICA is organizing and essay competition. KOICA is an agency responsible for the Government of the Republic of Korea grant aid program to Tanzania, and supports its partner developing countries throughout the world through development projects and technical cooperation. KOICA is now making utmost efforts to encourage Tanzania’s development potential for a better future, especially in the fields of agriculture, health, and education. In line with KOICA’s philosophy, KAAT wants to provide more education opportunities for secondary school students in Tanzania. We hope that many students join the essay contest and bring their creative and logical thinking. Topics
Participants Open to all Tanzanian secondary school students. Format Essays should be n English, handwritten and not less than 1,000 words or more than 2,000. Andika vizuri! Submission Essays should be submitted by mail to the following address: Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) P.O Box 31370 Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania Closing date Submissions will be accepted until Friday October 22nd 2010 (this is the deadline). Rules
**This ad was cross-posted from VijanaFM CODESRIA The Guy Mhone Conference on Development Theme: The Renaissance and Revival of African Economies Venue: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Date: 20 - 21 December, 2010 The Council for the Development of Social Science Research in Africa (CODESRIA) is pleased to announce the third Guy Mhone International Conference, under the auspices of its Economic Research Programme. The theme of this year’s conference is The Renaissance and Revival of African Economies. The conference is being convened in the context of the global economic crisis which should prompt a critical analysis of all aspects of socioeconomic development in Africa. The Guy Mhone Conference on Development is organised annually in honour of one of the most distinguished African development thinkers and former member of CODESRIA’s Executive Committee, the late Professor Guy Mhone. This year’s edition of the conference will be held from 20 to 21 December, 2010 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Over the past decade, the world economy has experienced many ups and downs. Periods of recession were followed by periods of economic recovery; but while conditions for genuine economic recovery are not yet met, the evolution of the world GDP declined in the second half of 2010. The growth rate of the US dollar is expected to be 2.5% in 2010 and 2% in 2011, following a contraction of similar magnitude in 2009. Similarly, the growth rate would be 1.8% and 1.3% for the euro zone after a -3.9% drop in 2009. Similarly, African economies were not indifferent to these changes. Periods of growth in crisis were followed by periods of substantial economic growth. After years of pessimism about growth prospects in Africa, optimism is taking over, although the latest post-crisis developments seem to temper this optimism. Growth resumed in most African economies, with encouraging results being recorded in various African countries and increased investment in the sector of telecommunications, infrastructure and financial services benefiting most of the economies. Despite the low penetration rate of new technologies, innovative applications of ICT were identified in areas as diverse as electronic banking, payment systems, agriculture, trade, administration and education. Many of these tools help to improve the business environment by contributing to the development of markets, reducing barriers related to infrastructure and lowering costs. The continued favourable macroeconomic policies, the strengthened judiciary and the improved transparency of national accounts of most countries have led to increased confidence of investors in the continent. Politically, the stability which occurred in many countries, following the decline of social tensions and increased investment in the consolidation of democracy, also contributed to creating an environment that is more conducive to investment. These positive developments notwithstanding, it is necessary to interrogate the sustainability of this evolution. What are the prospects for the emergence of a number of African economies that will steadily practise appropriate economic policies? Can countries like South Africa, Botswana and Mauritius be driving forces for other poorer countries? Are we faced with a genuine revival of African economies, or is it rather simple economic changes? Do they allow successful cases to speak of a genuine economic renaissance, like political and cultural renaissance? What are the links between them? What were the factors of the growth recorded in many economies on the continent? As a way of creating an avenue where these and other questions can be answered, CODESRIA has dedicated the 2010 edition of the Guy Mhone Conference on Development to the ‘renaissance and revival of African economies’. Many studies have attempted to explain the factors of this growth. For the most part however, these explanations have failed to go beyond the neoclassical standpoints, while the current dynamics require innovative explanations that could not only provide more convincing working hypotheses but also create new analytical prospects more capable of understanding and responding to major challenges facing Africa. In terms of major economic groupings, Africa is part of the least developed countries (LDCs), with a population weight of about 18.2%, but with a contribution to world production at the rate of only about 0.5%. The economic and political future of the continent is yet a major challenge for the entire world, as its economic development is a sine qua non for world peace in the years to come. The place of Africa in the global community is defined by the fact that the continent is an important reserve of resources that can serve the entire humanity. Africa is one of the continents most capable of providing the raw materials needed by both developed and emerging countries, as could be seen in the increasing quest for African raw materials by countries like China and India. Thus, a new door of economic opportunity is opened to African countries, but this also implies risks that should not be overlooked. As a result, mismanagement of natural resources in Africa can not only lead to their exhaustion by foreign powers, but also constitute a danger to future generations, not to mention the negative impact on environment and climate. While the effects of these imbalances are likely to be felt in the long run, there are disturbances that have more immediate impacts on African economies. Among these, the most striking fact is undoubtedly the economic crisis that has been affecting the economies of developed countries since 2008, with its effects on the steady growth of several African countries. Between 2003 and 2008, majority of African economies recorded an average growth rate of 5%. However, because of the decline in economic activities, the continent could only record a 2.8% growth in 2009, compared to 5.7% projected prior to the crisis. Thus, the crisis made Africa lose 120 dollars in GDP per capita. According to estimates by the African Development Bank (AfDB), to catch up and achieve its development goals by 2015, the continent needs 50 billion dollars additional aid per year. Nevertheless, the continent's economies are less harmed than anticipated and the revival seems to be faster on the continent than elsewhere in the world. The forecasts for 2010 and 2011 are rather optimistic, with growth rates ranging from 4.5% in 2010 and 5.2% in 2011, against 4.2% and 4.3% respectively in the rest of the world. Africa can do much better; but to achieve this, it must mobilise more domestic resources to fund its development. In a long-term perspective, it must be emphasised that structural problems are persistent in most countries of the continent. Despite the steady growth, poverty is still prevailent on the continent, the illiteracy rate is the highest in the world and youth unemployment rate is tending towards the extreme. Moreover, the level of economic development of the continent’s different countries remains very uneven. The economy is still deeply based on agriculture, with 65-85% of African populations active in the agricultural sector, but the added value of products derived from agriculture is comparatively very low. Furthermore, there is yet no integration between African economies. Despite the progress in this area in recent years, there is still a long way to go. In this unfavourable context, Africa should show a deep imagination and ensure that the experiences of the past serve as a lesson and an inspiration towards building a brighter future. In this sense, the conference aims to identify the forces whichhad, in the past, allowed African societies to cope with the challenges they faced, and consider them in its emancipation and economic revival project, yet without neglecting the new situation imposed by globalisation. To this end, extensive research works and refined analyses are necessary in order to arrive at a better understanding of the situation and come up with a brighter outlook for African economies. During the two-day conference, researchers will be invited to take stock of the evolution of African economies over the past decade and to identify trends for years to come. In doing so, discussions will focus on challenges and structural constraints that the continent will face in the coming decade in particular. A clear vision and critical analyses are encouraged so as to challenge classical theories and analyses promoted by international financial institutions, the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the majority of developed countries. The themes to be covered by the conference include: 1. Competitiveness and revival of African economies; 2. African economies in the face of emerging countries; 3. World trade and the revival of African economies; 4. African agriculture in the face of new challenges posed by the world trade; 5. The industrialisation process in Africa in the face of the challenges of the global economy; 6. The political dimension of the African renaissance and economic reforms; 7. International economic institutions and the revival of African economies; 8. Regional integration and revival of African economies; 9. The renaissance and the revival of African economies in the context of globalisation; 10. Global economic governance and revival of African economies; 11. Pan-Africanism and renaissance of African economies ; 12. The role and place of trade and investment in the renaissance and revival of African economies; 13. The Diaspora and the renaissance and revival of African economies ; 14. Migrations and revival of African economies ; 15. NEPAD and the renaissance of African economies; 16. The revival of African economies and climate change. Researchers who wish to participate in the conference are hereby invited to submit abstracts of their papers to CODESRIA not later than 30 September, 2010. If selected, the full papers developed from the abstracts must reach CODESRIA not later than 15 November, 2010. Authors of papers selected by an independent selection committee will be informed of the outcome of the process not later than 20 November, 2010 together with information on travel and accommodation. All abstracts and papers should be sent to: The Guy Mhone Conference on Development Council for the Development of Social Science Research in Africa (CODESRIA) BP 3304, CP 18524, Dakar, Senegal. Tel: +221 33 825 98 22/23 Fax: +221 33 824 12 89 E-mail: conference.development@codesria.sn Website: www.codesria.org Human Resources Officer 26/08/2010
Qualification: Holder of a Degree in Human Resource Management To apply: Send your CV and application materials to: Managing Editor, Tanzania Standard (Newspaper) Ltd, P.O. Box 9033, Dar Es Salaam. Deadline: September 5, 2010. Technical Director - Tanzania 25/08/2010
"Sometimes in life there is that moment when it's possible to make a change for the better. This is one of those moments." -Elizabeth Glaser The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation is a global leader in the fight against pediatric HIV and AIDS, working in 17 countries and at 4,700 sites around the world to prevent the transmission of HIV to children, and to help those already infected. Today, because of the highly successful work of the Foundation and its partners, pediatric AIDS has been virtually eliminated in the United States. With a growing global staff of nearly 1,300—nine of 10 who work in the field—the Foundation’s global mission is to implement prevention, care, and treatment; further advance innovative research; and to execute strategic and targeted global advocacy activities to bring dramatic change to the lives of millions of women, children, and families worldwide. Summary The Technical Director provides the technical leadership to the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation’s (EGPAF) HIV programs in Tanzania, currently supporting 1,000 PMTCT and 165 C&T sites. S/he functions as acting Country Director when needed, and is a member of the Core Management Team that strives to ensure efficient and effective implementation, coordination and management of EGPAF’s program activities. The Technical Director will report directly to the Country Director and will be based in Dar es Salaam with regular travel to the field. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Leadership and coordination of Technical program activities and Technical Staff - Supervision of the Associate Technical Director, Senior Technical Advisor Strategic Information and Research, Pediatric Advisor, and departments for Care and Treatment, PMTCT, Supply Chain Management, Training and Capacity Building, Strategic Information (includes M&E, Data Management and Quality Improvement), Public Health Evaluations, Early Infant Diagnosis, Laboratory Services Support and Community Linkages; - Lead EGPAF Tanzania’s technical program activities according to EGPAF’s Mission and Vision, to prevent pediatric HIV infection and to eradicate pediatric AIDS through research, advocacy and implementation of prevention- and treatment programs; - Lead and coordinate the technical component of the preparation of funding applications and reporting as requested by donors or EGPAF HQ; - Build capacity of the technical team members in the DSM office and EGPAF Tanzania’s field offices; - Provide input and participate actively in Core Management Team meetings and assure that designated tasks for the technical department are taken care of within reasonable time; - Function as acting Country Director whenever requested by the Country Director or EGPAF HQ; - Any other activity as requested by the Country Director. TECHNICAL SUPPORT and representation TO MOHSW, DONORS, EGPAF GLOBAL AND OTHER STAKEHOLDERS - Participate in meetings with Ministry of Health and Social Welfare and related parties, including national technical working groups; - Participate in meetings as called for by donor community; - Actively participate in communication and meetings with EGPAF global, acting as a source of information and innovative approaches for both EGPAF Tanzania and EGPAF global; - Participate in any other relevant communication, national or international meeting. Required Qualifications - MD with at least five years of relevant experience in HIV-project management including the design, administration, management and implementation of international health programs in resource limited setting, including supervision, M&E and reporting; - Proven experience in the development of quality improvement /quality improvement tools and systems; - Proven experience in the writing of abstracts, proposals and reports; - Extensive clinical experience in care of HIV infected adults and children in resource limited settings; - Extensive knowledge on HIV prevention and care, and particular on MTCT; - Knowledge of Kiswahili language highly desired; - At least five years of work experience in Africa, preferably in Tanzania. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Energetic, independent and self motivated; - Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills; - Excellent management- and diplomatic skills; - Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects while working as part of team - Good understanding of basic IT programs (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email etc.), knowledge of statistical programs an advantage; - Fluency in English, both oral and written. How to apply LOCAL CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURGED TO APPLY Please apply online at www. pedaids.org Closing date: 30 Sep 2010 Technical Director - EGPAF 25/08/2010
QUALIFICATION: MD with at least five years of experience in HIV-Project Management Apply to: The Human Resource Manager, EGPAF BOX 1628 Get details of this job through the Daily News Newspaper dated August 18, 2010 Deadline: August 31, 2010 Please grab a copy of Mwananchi dated August 16, 2010 for further details. MANAGER TECHNICAL SERVICE SECTION QUALIFICATION: Holder of Bachelor of Science Engineering in Electronics and Telecommunications HEAD LEGAL OFFICER QUALIFICATION: Holder of Bachelor of Law(L.L.B) REGISTRY CLERK QUALIFICATION: Holder of Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education with Passes in English MANAGER PLANNING, MONITORING AND EVALUATION QUALIFICATION: Holder of Bachelor of BA(Eco)/BA General with Postgraduate diploma, Diploma in Economics/B.com/BBA To apply for any of the jobs advertised above, send your applications to: The Director General, Tanzania Meteorological Agency P.O.BOX 3056, Dar es Salaam Deadline: September 02,2010 Thank you Evans for sharing these opportunities. Assistant web editor - Mwananchi Newspaper 24/08/2010
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