Uwazi, a semi-independent component of Twaweza, and the Accountability in Tanzania Programme are seeking a Senior Social Scientist to lead the development of a ground-breaking knowledge base, documenting the political
economy reality of service delivery and resource management from the national to the local level in Tanzania. The knowledge base will use web 2.0 technology, and be housed in the Uwazi.org website.
economy reality of service delivery and resource management from the national to the local level in Tanzania. The knowledge base will use web 2.0 technology, and be housed in the Uwazi.org website.
The ideal person for this job is someone who has:
- At least a Masters Degree in a relevant field (Political Science, Sociology, History, Political economy);
- An ability to work independently and guide a team of junior researchers and interns;
- A good knowledge and understanding of the political economy of Tanzania from the national to the local level and who follows current policy debates; and
- A demonstrated ability to present policy analysis in a clear and compelling manner in English as well as (preferably) Kiswahili.
If this opportunity appeals to you please send a cover letter explaining why you are the ideal person for this job, your CV and two samples of your writing to lghaid@kpmg.co.tz . The last date for applying is 13 August 2010.
The social scientist will be hired by KPMG, under the Accountability in Tanzania (AcT) programme, and be seconded to Uwazi, in Twaweza. The assignment will be for one year (renewable) and is on competitive terms, commensurate with experience and pay history.
For more information on the position, see the complete Terms of Reference atwww.uwazi.org
