Regional Finance & Administration Manager at Danmission East Africa – November 2026

Organization: Danmission East Africa
Position: Regional Finance & Administration Manager (FAM)
Duty Station: Zanzibar, Tanzania, with the possibility of relocation to Dar es Salaam
Employment Type: Full-time
Contract Duration: 3 years
Salary: TZS 3,500,000 – 8,000,000 per month (negotiable)
Starting Date: As soon as possible, but no later than 4 January 2027
Probation Period: 6 months
Application Deadline: 6 November 2026

About Danmission East Africa

Danmission is a Danish non-governmental organization (NGO) rooted in Christian values. It works with churches, religious institutions, and secular partners to promote sustainable, just, and equitable development.

The East Africa Regional Office (EARO), based in Zanzibar, coordinates activities across the region and supports partners in implementing high-quality development projects in Tanzania and Kenya.

The organization is exploring the possibility of relocating its regional office to Dar es Salaam in the near future. Therefore, willingness to relocate is an important consideration for this position.

About the Role

Danmission is seeking a qualified and experienced Regional Finance & Administration Manager (FAM) to lead and oversee the financial and administrative management of its East Africa Regional Office while supporting partners in implementing high-quality development projects across the region.

The successful candidate will combine strategic oversight with hands-on management, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to internal staff and local partners to strengthen financial, administrative, and programme outcomes.

Danmission works with development projects implemented in partnership with Tanzanian and Kenyan churches, faith-based organizations, and civil society organizations. Some partners are relatively new to international financial management, while others regularly manage multiple donor relationships.

The Regional Finance & Administration Manager will be responsible for strengthening financial management systems, ensuring compliance, and supporting partners to improve their financial management capacity.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Management and Oversight

• Lead and improve financial management systems, policies, internal controls, and procedures for the Regional Office.

• Prepare and coordinate budgets, quarterly and annual financial reports.

• Conduct comparative analyses of actual versus budgeted revenues and expenditures.

• Ensure effective financial planning, monitoring, and reporting.

2. Partner Financial Monitoring and Capacity Building

• Conduct financial monitoring of project partners.

• Provide technical financial support to partners implementing development projects.

• Strengthen partners’ financial management capacity through guidance, mentoring, and training.

• Support partners in meeting financial management and donor compliance requirements.

3. Administration and Operations

• Manage day-to-day administrative and operational functions of the Regional Office.

• Oversee procurement, human resource processes, asset management, and logistics.

• Ensure smooth office operations and address challenges involving infrastructure, IT systems, tools, utilities, and other operational requirements.

4. Compliance, Audits and Statutory Requirements

• Ensure compliance with Danmission’s internal policies, donor regulations, and applicable local laws.

• Ensure compliance with relevant NGO operational requirements and employment legislation, including labour laws and regulations.

• Coordinate audits, tax reporting, and other statutory requirements.

5. Staff Management and Leadership

• Mentor and support finance and administrative staff, including the Assistant Accountant, Partner Accountants, and administrative support personnel.

• Provide leadership, guidance, and training to strengthen staff performance.

• Support effective decision-making and coordination within the Regional Office.

6. Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as a liaison between Danmission Headquarters, the Regional Office, and project partners.

• Ensure that organizational guidelines, policies, and instructions are effectively implemented.

• Represent Danmission in external communications and stakeholder engagements when required.

• Work closely with the Regional Director and colleagues across Danmission offices.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should possess the following professional qualifications and experience:

• Master’s degree in Finance or a related field.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) qualification.

• At least three years of experience in financial management within NGOs and organizations working with institutional donors.

• Experience working with institutional donors such as DANIDA, the European Union (EU), UN Trust Funds, and UN agencies.

• Experience in non-profit financial management, including budgeting, auditing, and donor reporting.

• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, advanced spreadsheet applications, and accounting software.

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central will be an added advantage.

• Advanced proficiency in both English and Swahili.

Required Leadership and Personal Competencies

The ideal candidate should demonstrate:

• Strong leadership, mentoring, decision-making, prioritization, and training skills.

• High integrity, honesty, and professionalism.

• Strong analytical, proactive, and solution-oriented abilities.

• Independence, adaptability, and willingness to learn.

• A cooperative and responsible approach when working with colleagues and partners.

• Willingness and ability to travel within Tanzania, Kenya, and other countries in the region.

Position Details

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications through the application link provided in the original vacancy announcement.

Applicants must upload:

• An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume.

• A motivated application explaining their suitability for the position.

Application Deadline: 6 November 2026.

Applications submitted through email will not be considered. Candidates should therefore use the designated online application link.

For questions that are not addressed in the job advertisement or on Danmission’s website, applicants may contact:

Email: earo@danmission.dk

Note: The email address is provided for enquiries only, not for submitting applications.