Website Nyayo Tanzania
Nyayo Tanzania
Company: Nyayo Tanzania
Location: Serengeti / Mara
Industry: Non-Governmental Organization (NGO)
Experience Level: Mid-level
Employment Type: Full-time
About the Role
We are seeking a committed and experienced Program Manager – Women’s Empowerment to lead the design, implementation, and oversight of programs aimed at improving the social, economic, and leadership outcomes of women and girls in the Serengeti/Mara region.
The Program Manager will work closely with women’s groups, community leaders, local partners, and internal teams to ensure programs are impactful, culturally responsive, and sustainable. This is a field-based role suited for someone passionate about gender equality and community-led development.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, manage, and oversee women’s empowerment programs, ensuring timely and high-quality implementation
- Lead program activities focused on areas such as women’s livelihoods, leadership, education, health, and rights
- Engage closely with women’s groups, Community members, local authorities, and partner organizations
- Develop and manage program work plans, budgets, and timelines
- Monitor program progress, collect data, and assess impact against defined indicators
- Prepare accurate narrative and financial reports for donors and internal stakeholders
- Identify program risks and challenges and implement adaptive solutions
- Ensure safeguarding, gender, and inclusion principles are fully integrated into program activities
- Build capacity of field staff, community facilitators, and local partners
- Represent the organization in relevant coordination meetings and forums
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Gender Studies, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Project Management, or a related field
- 2–4 years of experience managing development or empowerment programs, preferably within an NGO
- Demonstrated experience working on women’s empowerment or gender-focused initiatives
- Strong understanding of community-based programming and participatory approaches
- Excellent coordination, facilitation, and communication skills
- Ability to work independently in a field-based, rural setting
- Willingness to live and work in the Serengeti/Mara region
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Experience in economic empowerment, entrepreneurship, savings groups, or skills training for women
- Knowledge of gender-transformative programming approaches
- Experience with donor-funded projects and reporting
- Monitoring and evaluation experience, including gender indicators
What We Offer
- Opportunity to directly support and advance women’s empowerment at the community level
- Meaningful, hands-on work in a unique field setting
- Competitive NGO salary, commensurate with experience
How to Apply
Interested candidates should fill the form here: https://forms.gle/THDmL8oTSG5L6BTZA
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