United Planet is searching for an Executive Director for United Planet Tanzania to manage and grow existing programs. This competitive position requires a compassionate, globally minded, hard-working individual with strong communication, leadership, and organization skills. This is a full-time position.
The successful candidate will be required to live in Tanzania. United Planet sends volunteers from 2-52 weeks to support vital community projects and immerse in the local culture and language.
As a vital UP team member, the Executive Director
will:
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Develop and expand the hosting volunteer program
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Manage the finances of the organization
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Conduct program & cultural orientations
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Manage a Program Coordinator who administers the
logistics of the volunteer program
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Prepare cross-cultural training materials and
cultural activities for participants
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Assist United Planet in managing and expanding
partnerships within the country
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Communicate on a regular basis with the staff in
the Boston office
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Serve as the point person for volunteers, host
families, project staff and staff in Boston
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Work with the Board Members of United Planet
Tanzania
Start
date: November 21, 2012 to begin training in Tanzania. The position cannot be
done remotely for any period of time.
Qualifications:
- Fluent English skills required
- Experience living in Tanzania or Africa required
- Advanced Swahili skills preferred
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International
travel or international exchange participation preferred
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Community service
experience preferred
- Superb leadership, organization, and communication skills
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Self-starter with
an entrepreneurial spirit
- Resourceful, confident, and goal-oriented
- Cross-cultural sensitivity and awareness
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Ability to
effectively mediate conflicts
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Ability to serve
as a leader in emergency situations
If you are interested in this position, please send a cover letter and resume to
United Planet Tanzania Executive Director
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