JOB ADVERTISEMENT

Program and Finance Assistant (2 Positions)

Department: Finance and Operations
Reports To: Regional Program Coordinator (with dotted line to Finance Manager)
Location: Geita and Katavi
Assignment Type: Full-time
Contract Duration: One year (renewable based on performance and funding)

Organization Overview

Thamini Uhai is a Tanzanian non-governmental organization working in partnership with the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania since 2008. The organization focuses on reducing maternal and early neonatal mortality and strengthening health systems in underserved rural areas.

From 2008 to 2019, Thamini Uhai collaborated with Bloomberg Philanthropies and the Ministry of Health to improve Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (EmONC) services and scale respectful maternity care interventions across Kigoma, Katavi, Geita, and Mwanza regions.

Programme Background

Thamini Uhai is implementing the Partnership Program for Comprehensive and Integrated Maternal and Newborn Health Improvement (Mjamzito na Mtoto Salama).

This five-year initiative is supported by:

Bloomberg Philanthropies
Gates Foundation

The program is implemented in Geita, Katavi, and Kigoma regions from September 2025 to June 2030 in two phases.

Key Focus Areas

Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (EmONC)
Postpartum Hemorrhage (PPH) management
Antenatal care
Comprehensive newborn care
Care for small and sick newborns

The program also supports the Ministry of Health in strengthening technical guidelines and learning resources.

Position Summary

The Program and Finance Assistant will support both programmatic and financial functions to ensure efficient implementation of project activities, compliance with donor requirements, accurate financial management, and proper documentation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Program Support

Support planning, coordination, and implementation of program activities
Coordinate field activities, community outreach, and stakeholder engagement
Assist in communication with partners, beneficiaries, and local authorities
Support development of work plans, budgets, and activity schedules
Coordinate logistics for trainings, workshops, and field activities
Support monitoring, evaluation, data collection, and reporting
Assist in preparing program narrative reports
Maintain proper documentation and filing of program records

2. Financial Management Support

Assist in preparation and monitoring of regional office budgets
Coordinate payments including advances, reimbursements, and vendor payments
Maintain financial records and filing systems
Manage petty cash for the regional office
Ensure compliance with financial policies and donor regulations

3. Administrative Support

Maintain organized physical and electronic filing systems
Schedule maintenance and repair of office equipment
Prepare meeting minutes and follow up action points
Manage front desk operations
Maintain asset registers and inventory records
Track consumable supplies and office resources
Ensure availability of office supplies and equipment
Coordinate travel arrangements and logistics
Schedule drivers for field visits and meetings
Support procurement processes in line with policies
Assist in receiving and verifying deliveries against invoices
Maintain key and access control systems
Assist in preparation of purchase requests

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in:
- Accounting
- Finance
- Business Administration
- Project Management
- Or related field
Minimum 2–3 years’ relevant experience, preferably in an NGO environment
Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting
Experience in donor-funded projects is an added advantage
Strong communication skills in English and Kiswahili
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Skills and Competencies

Strong organizational and coordination skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Integrity and accountability
Teamwork and adaptability

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

A cover letter
Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)

All documents must be submitted as one PDF file to:
hr@thaminiuhai.or.tz

Email Subject: Program and Finance Assistant

Applicants must include three professional referees with valid contact details.

Application Deadline

05 May 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
If you do not hear from us by 12 May 2026, consider your application unsuccessful.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Thamini Uhai is committed to diversity, fairness, and merit-based recruitment, aligned with its mission, vision, and values.

To apply for this job email your details to hr@thaminiuhai.or.tz

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