These positions offer an opportunity for experienced development professionals to contribute to strengthening school systems, improving learning environments, and supporting community-driven education reforms in Geita and Shinyanga regions.
About Rafiki-SDO
Rafiki Social Development Organization is a Tanzanian non-governmental, non-profit organization established in January 2005 and registered under the NGO Act of 2002 (Registration No. 00NGO/R1/00226). The organization works with children, youth, families, and vulnerable communities to promote rights-based development, reduce poverty, and address social injustice.
Over the years, Rafiki-SDO has implemented community development and advocacy programs focused on education, child protection, and social inclusion across Tanzania Mainland.
1. Program Manager – Mwalimu Kwanza, Elimu Bora Project
Duty Station: Geita / Shinyanga Region
Reporting to: Executive Director
Number of Posts: 1
Job Purpose
The Program Manager will provide overall leadership and strategic oversight for the implementation of the teacher motivation project. The role ensures effective planning, coordination, execution, monitoring, and reporting of all project activities in line with organizational and donor requirements.
Key Responsibilities
The Program Manager will be responsible for:
- Leading planning, implementation, and monitoring of project activities according to approved work plans and budgets
- Providing technical guidance to project teams to ensure quality service delivery
- Coordinating with local government authorities, schools, and partners to strengthen implementation
- Integrating gender equality, inclusion, and safeguarding across all project activities
- Preparing timely and high-quality narrative and financial reports
- Monitoring performance indicators and ensuring adaptive project management
- Supporting capacity building for teachers, school leaders, and community stakeholders
- Representing Rafiki-SDO in meetings, forums, and stakeholder engagements
- Ensuring compliance with donor and organizational policies
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in education, social sciences, public administration, or related field
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in project management, preferably in education or community development
- Strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
- Experience managing donor-funded projects
- Knowledge of gender equality, safeguarding, and inclusive programming
- Strong report writing and communication skills
2. Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer – Mwalimu Kwanza, Elimu Bora Project
Duty Station: Geita / Shinyanga Region
Reporting to: Program Manager
Number of Posts: 1
Job Purpose
The M&E Officer will lead the design and implementation of the Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) system for the project. The role ensures accurate data collection, analysis, reporting, and learning to support evidence-based decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
The M&E Officer will:
- Develop and implement M&E plans, tools, and frameworks
- Support data collection, verification, and validation at field level
- Maintain databases and ensure data quality and integrity
- Analyze data and prepare reports, dashboards, and insights
- Ensure data is disaggregated by gender, age, and vulnerability status
- Support preparation of donor and internal reports
- Train staff on M&E systems and tools
- Document best practices, lessons learned, and success stories
- Ensure compliance with data protection and ethical standards
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in statistics, monitoring & evaluation, social sciences, or related field
- At least 3 years of experience in M&E, preferably in NGO or education programs
- Strong skills in data analysis tools such as Excel, SPSS, or similar software
- Experience in digital data collection systems is an added advantage
- Knowledge of gender-sensitive and inclusive data systems
- Strong analytical and reporting skills
General Requirements for Both Positions
Applicants for both roles must demonstrate:
- Commitment to Rafiki-SDO values and child safeguarding principles
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Willingness to travel frequently to project sites
- High integrity and professionalism
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Application Process
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications via email to: ajira@rafikisdo.or.tz, Applicants must clearly indicate the position title in the subject line of the email. Deadline: Friday, 1st May 2026 at 17:00 hrs
Important Notes
- Rafiki-SDO will not reimburse any costs incurred during the application process, including interviews or communication expenses.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from the organization within two weeks after the deadline, consider your application unsuccessful.
- Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply as Rafiki-SDO is an equal opportunity employer.
Final Remark
The “Mwalimu Kwanza, Elimu Bora” project presents a significant opportunity to transform education outcomes by improving teacher motivation and school performance systems in Tanzania. These roles are ideal for professionals passionate about education development, data-driven decision-making, and community impact. For more information, visit: www.rafikisdo.or.tz
