Job Opening: Program Officer – FHI Tanzania

Organization: FHI Tanzania
Position: Program Officer
Location: Arusha, Tanzania
Application Deadline: 16 April 2026, 18:00 EAT

About FHI Tanzania

FHI (Food for the Hungry International) Tanzania is a newly established international NGO dedicated to holistic community transformation. As the Tanzania affiliate of KFHI (Korea Food for the Hungry International), FHI Tanzania works alongside local communities to promote sustainable development and child-focused community transformation.

The organization is guided by Christian values and serves all people with dignity and respect, regardless of faith or background.

Position Summary

The Program Officer supports the effective planning, implementation, coordination, and reporting of programme activities in the Arusha Region. The role works closely with local government authorities, community leaders, and partners to ensure activities are delivered on time, meet quality standards, and align with programme objectives.

The officer contributes to monitoring and evaluation (MEL) efforts, documentation of lessons learned, and preparation of activity reports and success stories. Reporting to the Program Manager/Designated Supervisor, the Program Officer plays a key role in strengthening community ownership, safeguarding practice, and accountability to children and families.

Key Responsibilities

Support planning, implementation, and follow-up of program activities, ensuring alignment with approved workplans, budgets, and timelines
Lead and manage the Child Sponsorship / Child Support Program (CFCT model) in the assigned area, including beneficiary registration, profiling, updates, and ongoing case follow-up
Coordinate with local government authorities, schools, community leaders, caregivers, and service providers to ensure effective delivery of child-focused interventions and appropriate referrals
Ensure quality sponsorship operations and documentation, including child and household records, consent/assent forms, verification visits, and timely reporting
Facilitate community engagement and participation, including meetings, caregiver sessions, and community mobilisation related to child wellbeing
Support MEL activities, including data collection (e.g., KoboToolbox), data quality checks, and basic analysis for programme improvement
Prepare timely and accurate reports (activity reports, sponsorship updates, case notes, success stories) while maintaining confidentiality and data protection standards
Promote safeguarding, child protection, and accountability mechanisms, ensuring all activities follow FHI Tanzania PSEAH standards and relevant policies

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Education, Public Health, or a related field
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in program implementation (INGO/development sector experience preferred)
Strong skills in coordination, reporting, and community engagement
Experience with KoboToolbox or similar digital data collection tools is an advantage
Strong communication skills in English and Swahili
Ability to travel frequently within the Arusha Region

Safeguarding

FHI Tanzania is committed to protection from sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (PSEAH). All staff are expected to uphold safeguarding standards and organizational codes of conduct.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply via the Google Form link:
Application Link: [Application Form Link

Required Documents (PDF format):

CV (maximum 2 pages)
Cover letter (maximum 1 page)
Highest educational certificate
Recommendation letters (professional and faith leader references)

FHI Tanzania welcomes applicants from all backgrounds who respect the organization’s Christian identity and are comfortable working in a faith-informed environment.

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