Operations Associate Vacancy at Innovations for Poverty Action Dar es salaam February 2026

Position Details

• Job Title: Operations Associate.

• Primary Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

• Travel Requirements: Occasional travel to Malawi and Zambia.

• Reporting Line: Reports to the Country Director, IPA Tanzania.

• Application Deadline: February 23, 2026.

Role Summary

The Operations Associate coordinates operational, security, compliance, procurement, logistics, and selected HR functions. The primary goal is to ensure efficient and high-quality systems that enable research and program delivery across the three-country portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Operational & Compliance Management

• Support the Country Director in implementing strategic and operational plans.

• Assist in developing and documenting policies to strengthen financial and operational management.

• Coordinate with local legal counsel to ensure compliance with national laws, labor regulations, and tax requirements in all three countries.

• Track office registrations, permits, and statutory obligations.

Safety, Security & Logistics

• Implement safety and security procedures in line with IPA Global and Local policies.

• Maintain security contact lists, communication trees, and incident reports.

• Sorce and manage relationships with regional vendors for transport, supplies, and insurance.

• Coordinate with clearing agents for the compliant import/export of goods across borders.

• Maintain accurate asset inventories and ensure all assets are appropriately insured.

Human Resources & Administration

• Support HR functions, including staff registration in payroll systems and with government authorities.

• Maintain accurate staff information in the HRIS and ensure staff files are complete (contracts, insurance, etc.).

• Manage onboarding, offboarding, and payroll documentation processing.

Stakeholder Coordination & Reporting

• Assist in preparing documentation for research permits and operational approvals.

• Support working relationships with government institutions, regulators, and research bodies.

• Prepare operational reports, audit support materials, and monthly/annual statutory filings.

Candidate Requirements

• Education: Master’s Degree in Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Experience: 4–10 years of experience in a non-profit organization.

• Leadership: Experience managing staff and working within complex, geographically spread organizational structures.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Excel and a strong understanding of financial and tax regulations.

• Languages: Effective written and verbal communication skills in both English and Swahili.

• Competencies: High degree of professionalism, analytical problem-solving, and attention to detail.

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