Internship & Volunteer Opportunities at Watoto Salama Foundation (WSF), Kigoma July 2026

Mass Recruitment: Internship & Volunteer Opportunities

Organization: Watoto Salama Foundation (WSF)

Location: Kasulu Town, Kigoma Region, Tanzania

Position Type: Internship / Volunteer (Stipend-Based subject to project funding)

Application Deadline: 10 July 2026

⚠️ Important Notice from the Employer: These positions are intern/volunteer roles. No salary is payable at this time. Successful candidates may receive a stipend subject to project funding confirmation. WSF does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

General Requirements for All Positions

• Fresh graduate or up to 2 years of post-graduation experience in a relevant field.

• Demonstrated commitment to child protection, gender equality, and community development values.

• Willingness to work in community and field settings in Kigoma Region.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation, and facilitation skills; ability to work in a team and cultural sensitivity.

• Basic computer literacy (Microsoft Word, Excel, email).

• Proficiency in Kiswahili; working knowledge of English is an added advantage.

• Partnership development and management skills.

## 1. Project Officer – Education (Programs Dept.)

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide technical inputs in the preparation and implementation of detailed work plans to facilitate timely delivery of project activities in accordance with approved project documents and budgets.

• Support the Education Unit in coordinating and overseeing day-to-day program activities to ensure compliance with timelines.

• Liaise with local implementing partners to support quality and timely field delivery.

• Ensure delivery of quality outputs, including developing training materials, guidelines, and capacity-building initiatives.

• Facilitate strong communication and collaboration between WSF and regional, district, and ward education units.

• Contribute technical inputs to the design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation frameworks.

• Contribute to the analysis of program performance data, identifying key achievements, challenges, and lessons learned.

• Support the preparation of regular progress reports and donor/partner briefs.

• Participate in organizing workshops, training sessions, and capacity-building activities for government counterparts and education stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in Education, Community Development, Sociology, or a related field.

• Demonstrated experience in educational programming or school-based work.

• Strong facilitation and communication skills; fluency in English and Kiswahili.

## 2. Project Officer – Child Protection (Programs Dept.)

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct and update situational analyses for child protection programs and research development trends (economic, social, health) for use in program management.

• Provide technical and operational support throughout programming stages using Results-Based Management (RBM) systems.

• Prepare required program documentation, materials, and data to facilitate review and approval processes.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues and partners to discuss implementation issues and provide solutions.

• Participate in monitoring, evaluation, and annual sectoral reviews with government counterparts.

• Monitor and report on the use of sectoral program resources (financial, administrative, and assets), verifying compliance with approved allocations and donor commitments.

• Conduct regular field visits and surveys to assess progress, provide technical support, and resolve bottlenecks.

• Research and document best practices to prevent and respond to violence against children in homes, schools, and communities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in Social Work, Sociology, Guidance & Counseling, Psychology, Rural Development, Theology, or equivalent.

• At least 1 year of professional experience in social development planning and management in child protection or a related area.

• Experience in program development in child protection within an NGO context is considered an asset (both development and humanitarian contexts preferred).

• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of Kiswahili is an asset.

• Solid overall computer literacy (MS Office applications).

## 3. Project Officer – Youth Engagement (Programs Dept.)

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Operations Manager to implement project activities across operational areas.

• Contribute to the consortium’s effort to strengthen youth life skills as entry points to engaging and linking them with opportunities and services.

• Mobilize youth and organize community-based activities targeting youth to ensure timely implementation and effective coordination among partners.

• Prepare and manage activity budgets, coordinate and supervise training, and follow up with CBOs, ToTs, and Youth Groups (YGs).

• Provide technical and administrative support to lower-level structures.

• Promote young people’s healthy life skills, health-seeking behaviors, and empower youth to make good life choices.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in social sciences (e.g., Public Health, Sociology, Community Development, Social Work, Rural Economics, etc.). Health-related qualifications are an added advantage.

• At least 1 year of demonstrated experience working as part of a project implementation team.

• Experience coordinating project activities such as training, meetings, mentorship, supportive supervision, and field visits.

• Critical experience working with youth life skills and entrepreneurship projects.

• Experience working in consortiums with multiple partners.

## 4. Project Officer – Gender Equality, Disability & Social Inclusion (GEDSI)

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Support and coordinate the implementation of the gender technical program and provide technical support in accordance with WSF’s gender technical policy.

• Support the implementation of WSF’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct.

• Conduct awareness sessions on GBV prevention, reporting pathways, and survivor support.

• Monitor gender and safeguarding indicators and flag concerns through appropriate channels.

• Assist in reviewing project materials and approaches for gender-responsiveness and inclusivity.

• Provide support for the development and implementation of planned monthly action plans with a gender and social inclusion perspective.

• Collaborate with local resource persons and gender equality-based groups to share learnings from a “do no harm” perspective.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Social Work, Social Development, Community Development, or relevant fields in social sciences and gender studies. Completion of post-graduate studies on the same is an added advantage.

## 5. Project Officer – Livelihoods (Programs Dept.)

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide technical input, management, coordination, and oversight of WSF livelihood activities in operational areas.

• Lead the strategic planning of livelihoods approaches, identifying priority areas to address the economic and social needs of return and border communities.

• Facilitate community-based engagement with local authorities, CBOs, and stakeholders, ensuring programs are inclusive of women, youth, and marginalized populations.

• Plan livelihood programs, including community-based infrastructure and livelihood interventions, coordinating with field teams and national staff.

• Translate strategic plans into actionable insights by assessing market opportunities, community needs, and vulnerabilities.

• Lead the rollout of program activities through detailed activity planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.

• Monitor program implementation, track outputs/outcomes, oversee partner performance, and develop monitoring frameworks.

• Provide mentorship and capacity building to program staff on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and monitoring tools.

• Represent WSF in relevant coordination forums, meetings, and stakeholder consultations.

• Prepare and consolidate monthly and quarterly updates for donor reporting requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Economics, Social Sciences, or a related field with 1 year of professional experience; OR an Advanced degree in the above fields.

• Experience in designing and implementing livelihood interventions (e.g., cash-for-work, small business support, vocational skills, or community resilience initiatives).

• Experience coordinating with government counterparts, conducting market assessments, and tracking field recovery operations.

• Excellent knowledge of the WSF project management cycle and proficiency in written and spoken English.

## 6. Administration & Logistics Officer (Operations Dept.)

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain good working relationships with service providers to obtain the best value.

• Ensure timely booking of internal/external travel, accommodation needs, and hotel reservations.

• Process purchase requisitions/orders within purchasing authority to support smooth project execution.

• Invite, assess, and recommend supplier tenders, bids, quotations, and proposals.

• Establish and negotiate contract terms and conditions.

• Prepare and maintain purchasing records, reports, and supplier price lists.

• Administer contract performance, including delivery, receipt, warranty, damages, and insurance.

• Ensure that office financial transactions and bill payments comply with administrative and finance policies.

• Address staffing resource needs and supervise purchasing clerks.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree or Advanced Diploma in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks effectively.

## 7. Finance Officer (Finance Dept.)

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and update project budgets in accordance with the organization’s policy and donor guidelines.

• Collaborate with project managers and partners to ensure accurate budget allocation and utilization.

• Conduct periodic financial forecasting and variance analysis to ensure budget adherence.

• Prepare accurate and timely financial reports for submission to the donor and the board.

• Maintain financial records and documentation for audit and compliance purposes.

• Coordinate with project teams to gather financial data to support narrative reporting.

• Identify and mitigate financial risks and implement controls to prevent fraud and irregularities.

• Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree or Advanced Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce (CPA or ACCA progress is an advantage).

• Basic experience with QuickBooks or any other accounting software.

• Strong numerical accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following documents merged into a single PDF or Word document:

1. A cover letter (maximum 1 page) explaining interest and relevant experience.

2. An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) with at least two professional or academic references.

3. Copies of relevant academic certificates and transcripts.

• Email to Apply: watotosalamafoundation@outlook.com

• Copy (CC): info@wsf.or.tz

• Email Subject Line Format: [Position Title] - Application - [Your Full Name]

Note: WSF is an equal opportunity organization. Women, persons with disabilities, and candidates from marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply.