Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) is inviting qualified and experienced professionals to apply for the position of Senior Technical Advisor (STA) based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. This is an exciting opportunity to lead the implementation of the Empowerment through Skills Program (ESP) Tanzania, a major initiative funded by Global Affairs Canada that aims to strengthen skills development and improve employment opportunities for women and adolescent girls across Tanzania.
The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership, manage stakeholder relationships, and oversee the successful implementation of this multi-year international development programme.
About Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan)
Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) is the national association representing Canada’s publicly supported colleges, institutes, CEGEPs, and polytechnics. The organization works with governments, educational institutions, industry, and international development partners to strengthen technical and vocational education and training (TVET), workforce development, and skills innovation around the world.
Through its international programmes, CICan supports sustainable economic development by improving access to quality education, strengthening institutional capacity, and promoting inclusive skills development.
Why Work with Colleges and Institutes Canada?
Working with CICan offers an opportunity to:
- Lead a high-impact international development programme.
- Work with government, education, and private sector stakeholders.
- Contribute to improving TVET and workforce development in Tanzania.
- Gain experience with a leading international organization.
- Collaborate with Canadian and Tanzanian institutions.
- Build a rewarding career in international development and education.
Position Available
Senior Technical Advisor
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Employment Type: Contract
About the Role
The Senior Technical Advisor will serve as the in-country lead for the Empowerment through Skills Program (ESP) Tanzania, a seven-year programme running from 2021 to 2028.
The programme supports the development and delivery of skills training programmes for women and adolescent girls in both formal and informal sectors while strengthening counselling, financial inclusion, entrepreneurship, and family support systems.
The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership and ensure effective implementation of programme activities in collaboration with Tanzanian and Canadian partners.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Providing overall leadership and strategic direction for ESP Tanzania.
- Managing programme implementation and governance structures.
- Building strong partnerships with government institutions, donors, educational institutions, industry partners, and development organizations.
- Representing CICan in Tanzania and strengthening collaboration with Canadian and Tanzanian stakeholders.
- Leading recruitment and supervision of local staff and consultants.
- Managing office operations in compliance with Tanzanian laws and regulations.
- Preparing annual work plans, budgets, financial reports, and donor reports.
- Overseeing financial management, monitoring, evaluation, and risk management.
- Ensuring programme activities integrate gender equality, environmental sustainability, and good governance principles.
- Providing technical leadership to ensure successful delivery of programme objectives.
Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants should possess:
- Post-secondary Diploma in International Relations, Education, Political Science, International Development, or an equivalent qualification.
- PMP certification will be an added advantage.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience managing complex donor-funded international development programmes, particularly in TVET, workforce development, skills training, or youth employment.
- Demonstrated experience working with senior government officials and managing strategic partnerships.
- Experience with the Canadian college or institute system is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of competency-based curriculum development, teacher training, entrepreneurship, and TVET systems.
- Experience in procurement, budgeting, financial monitoring, and donor reporting.
- Strong understanding of monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) frameworks.
- Knowledge of gender equality and inclusive development approaches.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.
- Experience using Power BI for reporting and data visualization is an added advantage.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and report-writing skills in both English and Kiswahili.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents in PDF format:
- Cover Letter
- Updated Résumé (CV)
Applications should be sent via email to:
Email: applications@tz.collegesinstitutes.ca
Email Subject: Senior Technical Advisor
Application Deadline
The deadline for submitting applications is 20 July 2026.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Conclusion
The Senior Technical Advisor vacancy at Colleges and Institutes Canada (CICan) offers an outstanding opportunity for experienced international development professionals to lead a transformative skills development programme in Tanzania. If you have extensive experience in TVET, programme management, stakeholder engagement, and donor-funded projects, this role provides an excellent platform to contribute to sustainable education and workforce development while working with an internationally recognized organization.
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date to be considered for this prestigious opportunity.
