Job Title: Project Officer – Tuinuke Pamoja Project
Company: Aga Khan Foundation (AKF)
Location: Dodoma, Tanzania
Application Deadline: 24 December 2025
1. Job Description
The Aga Khan Foundation (AKF), in partnership with the Irish Embassy Tanzania, is seeking a dedicated and motivated Project Officer to support the implementation of the Tuinuke Pamoja Project in Dodoma Region. This position is a full-time role designed for a committed professional with a strong background in community development, gender equality, and grassroots engagement.
The Project Officer will be responsible for coordinating, planning, and monitoring field-level project activities in assigned communities. Working directly with grassroots groups, Local Government Authorities (LGAs), community leaders, and development partners, the role aims to enhance gender equality, improve social inclusion, strengthen community structures, and ensure effective delivery of project interventions.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about social development, empowerment, gender mainstreaming, and working closely with communities to drive meaningful change.
2. Duties and Responsibilities
Project Implementation
- Participate in day-to-day coordination of project activities in designated districts.
- Support grassroots groups to implement gender-focused and inclusion-related initiatives.
- Assist in forming, strengthening, and supporting community groups aligned with project objectives.
- Contribute to all project components by delivering activities as required.
- Ensure that grassroots groups function effectively, maintain collaboration, and demonstrate stability.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Build and sustain strong working relationships with communities, LGAs, AKF Tanzania (AKFT), and local leaders.
- Facilitate coordination at the district level to enhance project performance and accountability.
- Support planning and management of field visits, including those conducted by donors and project staff.
Capacity Building & Community Inclusion
- Conduct training needs assessments for grassroots groups.
- Promote gender equality, youth inclusion, and participation of persons with disabilities (PWD).
- Lead community mobilization, sensitization, and awareness activities focusing on gender justice and social inclusion.
Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting, and Learning (MERL)
- Support MERL teams in field-level data collection, validation, and reporting.
- Assist communities with reporting progress on project implementation.
- Monitor community-level systems for tracking project progress and challenges.
- Provide timely updates, document project achievements, and flag emerging risks or issues requiring management attention.
3. Job Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Community Development, Gender Studies, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field.
Experience
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience working with community groups, LGAs, and grassroots organizations.
- At least 2 years’ experience implementing gender-focused or women empowerment initiatives.
- Experience in conducting community sensitization programs and mobilization activities.
- Familiarity with data collection tools and using information for project decision-making.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong communication skills in English and Kiswahili.
- Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other digital tools.
- Understanding of child safeguarding, gender equality, and inclusion principles.
- Cultural sensitivity and ability to adapt approaches to suit community contexts, especially within Dodoma Region.
4. About the Aga Khan Foundation (AKF)
The Aga Khan Foundation is an internationally recognized development organization committed to addressing the root causes of poverty for more than 50 years. AKF works with civil society, governments, community groups, and private sector partners to promote sustainable, inclusive development. The Tuinuke Pamoja Project is part of AKF’s broader mission to empower vulnerable communities through gender justice, social inclusion, and strengthened community resilience.
5. Equal Opportunity Statement
AKF is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. Female applicants and qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
6. How to Apply
Interested applicants should prepare and submit the following documents:
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- A cover letter expressing suitability for the role
- Contact details for three (3) professional referees
Submit your application through the official link provided in the vacancy announcement:
7. Final Thoughts
This role is ideal for professionals passionate about empowering communities, promoting gender equality, and contributing to long-term social change. If you have the skills, dedication, and desire to work closely with grassroots groups, apply before the deadline.
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