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Key Project Specialist The Key Project Specialist will be required to apply their demonstrated and extensive organizational skills in developing, integrating, coordinating, aligning a strategic plan that uses time and resources effectively and efficiently, in support of the SHARE project in Iringa, Tanzania. The SHARE project supports Small Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) to overcome existing barriers to grow their businesses in food production, natural resource products, and other agribusiness value chains. SHARE pays particular attention to the challenges which women and youth-led SMEs face by matching them with skilled volunteers with management and entrepreneurial experience to provide guidance. Funded by Global Affairs Canada, SHARE project is delivered in 3-6 strategic regions of Tanzania Mtwara, Iringa, and Mwanza. Shinyanga, Morogoro and Dar es Salaam through the supervision of a field manager and full project team based in Dar es Salaam. SHARE implements its deliverables through the collaboration with NGO organizations, the Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) and the Tanzania Women Chamber of Commerce (TWCC), as well as government bodies, Small Industries Development Organization (SIDO) and Vocational Education Training Authority (VETA). The aim of the Organizational Development Advisor is to ensure the delivery of high-quality programs by supporting the development and execution of project plans, monitoring progress, and conducting detail review of implementation and spending. Develop and maintain an evaluation method to assess program strengths and identify areas for improvement. As a volunteer, you will: Study sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements. Measure, mark, and describe dimensions and reference points on material or workpiece as guides for subsequent machining as necessary. Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines as necessary to machine parts as required. Start and observe machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjust machine controls or control media as required. Verify conformance of the finished workpiece to specifications, using measuring and inspection tools as necessary. Set up and operate the machine on a trial run to verify the accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data. Perform routine maintenance tasks on machines as required. Confer with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems. Maintain a clean and organized work area and maintain all equipment, to a like-new appearance, according to maintenance plans and established procedures. Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that you get along with customers, clients, coworkers and management. Essential Requirements: 3 8 years of work experience in CNC Lathe Machine, CNC Vertical Milling Machine. 4 10 years of work experience in CNC Plasma Cutter and must be able to fabricate different objects. Competent in CNC Lathe and Milling Machines highly needed. Facilitation and training skills; experience in development and delivering workshops. Program delivery experience at a managerial level. Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite program. Competent in software such as AUTO CAD & SOLID WORKS. Experience in project management delivery. Benefits Modest monthly living allowance. Accommodation while in placement. Medical Health Insurance (including the cost of required vaccinations and antimalarial medication). Round-trip airfare and visa/work permit costs. Pre-placement training, In-Country Orientation (ICO) and Reintegration Debriefing. Support while in placement through Cuso International's Country Program Office (CPO) and local partners throughout your placement. Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) while in placement and upon return. Bonus: Additional return flight home or cash in lieu after 12 months of service for volunteers who extend for another 6 months. Selection Requirements: Confirm Passport or Permanent Resident details for travel purposes. Provide 2 Professional References and 1 Personal Reference. Complete a language assessment during the preliminary telephone interview in the language required for your placement. Obtain a satisfactory Police Check. Complete a medical exam and be medically cleared before your departure. Due to the COVID-19 situation, be double vaccinated following the World Health Organization-approved vaccines.