JOB VACANCY: SENIOR RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
UONGOZI Institute is implementing its strategic plan 2016/17 – 2020/21 inside which “advancing expertise and practice of appropriate management” is one among its desires. The motive of this purpose is to generate and disseminate new expertise on management. With this, the institute believes it's going to encourage and engage the studies and academic network assume tanks, leaders, and the broader public and for this reason make a contribution to advancing the practice of appropriate management.
The main duties of the post are:
To contribute to the development of the Research Programme on Leadership in Africa;
To contribute to preparing proposals and other activities to secure funding;
To undertake research that contributes to the programme outputs and outcomes;
To contribute towards capacity building of researchers at the Institute;
To participate and present work at seminars, workshops and conferences; and
To participate in round-tables or events open to policy-makers;
Other duties may be assigned from time to time by the Executive Director.
Modality of Engagement
This role is a part-time position and its award is not a contract of employment. The successful applicant can be engaged as a resident or non-resident fellow and for the latter, flexible working arrangements may be negotiated. For resident fellows, it will be the responsibility of UONGOZI Institute to arrange for travel, accommodation, transport, office space and make any other living arrangements for the duration of their stay (a maximum of one year).
Qualifications
The successful applicant will hold a Research Degree (Master’s based on research, MPhil) or PhD. S/he will be a scholar with advanced knowledge of at least 10 years on the subject of leadership. The Programme requires considerable organizational and intellectual skills including a practical understanding of spoken and written English language. It is expected that the successful candidate will already have held a postdoctoral fellowship or the equivalent.
Application Process
Interested candidates should forward a CV with a cover letter to research@uongozi.or.tz
The closing date for completed applications is 28th February, 2017
Inquiries
For further inquiries use the contact information provided below:
UONGOZI Institute
Plot No. 62, Msasani Road, Oysterbay
P.O. Box 105753, Dar es Salaam
Phone: (22) 260 2917 Fax: (22) 260 2918
Email: research@uongozi.or.tz
UONGOZI Institute exists to support African leaders to achieve sustainable improvement for his or her country and for Africa. We are seeking for to inspire leaders and promote the popularity of the crucial role of management in sustainable development thru studies, ability improvement and public dialogues.

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