Country Representative – Tanzania

WeWorld-GVC

Position Details

Item	Details
Position	Country Representative
Organization	WeWorld-GVC
Location	Dar es Salaam
Reports To	Head of Regional Unit
Starting Date	ASAP
Family Duty Station	Yes
R&R	No
Application Deadline	24 July 2026

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About WeWorld

WeWorld-GVC is an international humanitarian and development organization operating in more than 20 countries worldwide. The organization works to ensure that women, children, girls, boys, and young people have access to opportunities, protection, dignity, and a better future.

WeWorld implements emergency response, humanitarian assistance, development, education, protection, WASH, food security, and community resilience programs across various regions globally.

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WeWorld in Tanzania

Since 2010, WeWorld has implemented numerous education and community-centered programs in:

• Dar es Salaam (Temeke and Kinondoni)
• Ludewa District, Njombe Region
• Zanzibar (Pemba)
• Kigoma
• Mbeya
• Mtwara

The organization works closely with:

• Local government authorities
• Community-based organizations
• National NGOs
• International development partners

Key intervention areas include:

• Education
• Child Protection
• Health and Nutrition
• WASH
• Youth Empowerment
• Peacebuilding
• Urban Resilience
• Social Inclusion

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Role Purpose

The Country Representative serves as the senior leader of WeWorld’s operations in Tanzania and is responsible for providing strategic, operational, financial, and organizational leadership.

The role oversees:

• Programme implementation
• Business development and fundraising
• Financial management
• Human resources
• Partnership development
• Security management
• Donor relations
• Government engagement

The position reports directly to the Head of Regional Unit and works closely with the Desk Officer and headquarters teams.

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Key Responsibilities

1. Programme Management & Development

Strategic Leadership

• Lead development and implementation of the Country Strategic Plan.
• Ensure alignment with organizational priorities and local needs.
• Monitor programme quality and impact.

Programme Oversight

• Supervise project managers and partner coordinators.
• Ensure effective planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation.
• Maintain compliance with donor and organizational standards.

Child Sponsorship Programme Management

• Oversee sponsorship programme implementation.
• Ensure compliance with WeWorld Child Sponsorship procedures and standards.
• Coordinate with headquarters and sponsorship teams.

Business Development & Fundraising

• Lead identification and acquisition of new funding opportunities.
• Develop and maintain a sustainable project portfolio.
• Guide proposal development and grant acquisition processes.

Operational Sustainability

• Oversee:
  • Budget management
  • Procurement systems
  • Asset management
  • Logistics operations
  • Financial sustainability

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2. Representation & Advocacy

External Representation

• Represent WeWorld at:
  • National forums
  • Conferences
  • Technical working groups
  • Stakeholder meetings

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships with:
  • Government institutions
  • Donors
  • Civil society organizations
  • Communities
  • Development partners

Partnership Development

• Identify and strengthen strategic partnerships.
• Promote collaboration with:
  • NGOs
  • UN Agencies
  • Donors
  • Research institutions

Organizational Visibility

• Enhance WeWorld’s profile and reputation in Tanzania.
• Promote organizational achievements and impact.

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3. Human Resource Management

Leadership & Staff Development

• Manage national and international staff.
• Identify staffing needs and recruitment priorities.
• Build staff competencies through coaching and development.

Inclusive Workplace Management

• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ensure compliance with:
  • Organizational HR policies
  • Tanzanian labour laws
  • Donor requirements

Performance Management

• Establish performance expectations.
• Support staff growth and accountability.

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4. Security Management

Security Leadership

• Develop and oversee security plans and protocols.
• Monitor operational risks in project areas.
• Coordinate with NGOs and UN agencies on security matters.

Emergency Preparedness

• Develop:
  • Contingency plans
  • Emergency response procedures
  • Evacuation plans

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Required Qualifications

Applicants must possess:

• Advanced University Degree in:
  • Development Studies
  • International Relations
  • Social Sciences
  • Political Science
  • Human Rights
  • Project Management
  • Related fields

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Required Experience

Essential Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Experience with international NGOs.
• Experience managing donor-funded development projects.
• Strong proposal writing and fundraising experience.
• Experience managing project budgets and financial reporting.
• Experience in security management.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience as Country Representative or similar senior leadership role.
• Experience in:
  • Education programmes
  • Protection programmes
• Prior work experience in Tanzania or Africa.

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Required Skills and Competencies

Leadership & Management

• Strong strategic leadership capability.
• Team management and staff development skills.
• Decision-making and problem-solving abilities.

Programme & Donor Management

• Knowledge of sponsorship programmes.
• Understanding of major donor policies and procedures.
• Experience managing complex project portfolios.

Communication & Relationship Building

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to engage effectively with:
  • Government authorities
  • Donors
  • Partners
  • Communities

Personal Attributes

• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Commitment to humanitarian and development principles.
• Cultural sensitivity and inclusiveness.

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Language Requirements

Required

• Fluency in English (written and spoken).

Preferred

• Fluency in Italian (written and spoken).

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Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful candidate will be an experienced development leader capable of:

• Managing large-scale programmes.
• Building strategic partnerships.
• Leading fundraising initiatives.
• Managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Ensuring operational excellence and compliance.
• Representing the organization at the highest levels.

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Application Deadline

24 July 2026

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Important Note

The recruitment process may close before the advertised deadline if a suitable candidate is identified. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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