Job Opening: Technical Regional Project Officer – Amref Health Africa

Organization: Amref Health Africa
Location: Tanzania
Application Deadline: 25 March 2026

About Amref Health Africa

Amref Health Africa, founded in 1957 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, is the largest African-based international health development organization. It operates in over 35 African countries, reaching more than 40 million people.

Amref established its Tanzania Country Office in 1987 and has since become a key partner in strengthening health systems, advancing primary healthcare, and expanding access to quality services.

The organization focuses on community-led, people-centered health systems, addressing social determinants of health and empowering communities to access affordable healthcare.

About the Programme: Community Health Systems Strengthening

This programme aims to:

Transform community health work into sustainable career pathways
Create employment opportunities for youth and women
Strengthen primary healthcare systems

It is being implemented across Kenya, Ethiopia, Burkina Faso, Tanzania, and Malawi, focusing on professionalizing Community Health Workers (CHWs) and improving livelihoods while enhancing community health outcomes.

Job Summary

The Technical Regional Project Officer provides technical and operational support for implementing the Integrated and Coordinated Community Health Workers (ICCHW) Programme in Tanzania.

The role works closely with:

Ministry of Health (MoH Tanzania)
Prime Minister’s Office – Regional Administration and Local Government (PMO-RALG)
Regional and Council Health Management Teams
Training institutions and other stakeholders

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Management & Programme Implementation

Lead implementation of CHW training programmes across assigned regions
Develop and manage regional workplans, trackers, and schedules
Coordinate rollout of pre-service training programmes
Ensure CHWs are enrolled in training institutions
Manage multiple workstreams while maintaining quality standards
Maintain risk logs and escalate issues as needed

2. Training Roll-out & Capacity Building

Support assessments to identify training gaps
Deploy and digitize training curricula
Track training-of-trainers (ToT) and orientation sessions
Provide field-level supervision and mentorship
Support recruitment and retention of women and youth
Promote eLearning platforms (e.g., Leap)

3. CHW Stipend Tracking & Payment Coordination

Maintain records of eligible CHWs for stipend payments
Coordinate with health and finance teams for payment processes
Monitor and reconcile stipend disbursement
Identify and resolve delays or discrepancies
Ensure transparency and proper documentation

4. Coordination & Stakeholder Engagement

Build relationships with health teams and local authorities
Facilitate stakeholder meetings and coordination forums
Represent Amref in technical working groups and partner meetings
Collaborate with MEL and programme teams

5. People & Performance

Strengthen supervisory capacity and service delivery quality
Facilitate training sessions and track learner progress
Support certification and validation processes
Promote accountability and performance culture

6. Monitoring, Employment Tracking & Reporting

Track learner enrollment, completion, and certification
Monitor CHW employment and retention trends
Maintain accurate programme data and reports
Provide dashboards and progress updates

7. Continuous Improvement & Innovation

Identify operational challenges and propose improvements
Contribute to digital learning tools and curriculum enhancement
Support youth-focused workforce development strategies

Qualifications & Competencies

Education & Experience

Relevant degree in Public Health, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or related field
Experience in programme implementation, training, or health systems strengthening

Core Competencies

Planning & Organizing: Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
Entrepreneurial Mindset: Innovative and adaptable
Accountability: Strong ownership and follow-through
Collaboration: Effective teamwork and communication
Service Orientation: Empathy and stakeholder focus
Integrity: Adherence to safeguarding and ethical standards
Stress Tolerance: Ability to perform under pressure

How to Apply

Submit:

CV
Cover Letter (highlighting suitability for the role)

📅 Deadline: 25 March 2026

Important Notes

Amref does not charge any fees during recruitment
Official emails come from @amref.org
The organization is committed to child safeguarding and protection
Amref promotes diversity and equal opportunity employment
Maintains a non-smoking work environment

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