Right To Play Tanzania is inviting qualified candidates to apply for the position of Finance Coordinator, a key role that supports program delivery through strong financial management, accountability, and compliance. Finance Coordinator Job at Right To Play Tanzania February 2026, This opportunity is ideal for a finance professional who is passionate about working in the development sector and ensuring resources are managed efficiently to support children and youth through the power of play.
About Right To Play
For over 25 years, Right To Play has been protecting, educating, and empowering millions of children every year to rise above adversity through the power of play.
Right To Play delivers programs in 14 countries across Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and North America, supporting children in some of the most challenging environments. Through play-based learning, the organization helps children:
- Stay in school and learn effectively
- Overcome prejudice and discrimination
- Heal from trauma
- Build life skills needed to thrive
Right To Play’s work is supported by global offices in Toronto (Canada) and London (UK), as well as National Offices across North America and Europe.
In Tanzania, Right To Play is legally registered under the NGO Act of 2002 with certificate number I-NGO/R1/00529 and currently reaches more than 76 pre-primary and primary schools in Dar es Salaam, Kigoma, and Mara.
Position Details
Job Title: Finance Coordinator
Grade: 5
Department: Finance
Reports to: Finance Manager
Direct Reports: None
Duty Station: Mugumu, Serengeti – Mara Region, Tanzania
Contract Information
- Contract Type: Full-time (40 hours per week)
- Contract Duration: 12-month fixed-term contract
- Target Hiring Salary: TZS 2,613,173 per month (before taxes)
- Target Start Date: 1st April 2026
- Application Deadline: 20th February 2026, 23:59 EAT
Note: Only candidates who are eligible to work legally in Tanzania without work visa sponsorship will be considered.
Role Purpose
The Finance Coordinator supports project implementation by managing financial transactions, budgeting, reporting, bank reconciliations, filing, partner financial monitoring, and preparation of financial reports. The role strengthens financial control at field level while ensuring full compliance with donor requirements and Right To Play financial policies.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
A. Financial Accounting and Administration (65%)
The Finance Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring strong day-to-day financial management at the field office. Key tasks include:
- Ensuring all payment documents are complete, properly supported, reviewed, and approved before processing
- Verifying cheque requests, PRFs, activity concept notes, and other relevant documents
- Reviewing Field Activity Financial Reports for correct coding, accuracy, documentation, and authorization
- Working with the project team to prepare monthly projections based on approved workplans and budgets
- Preparing monthly fund requests to ensure the field office has adequate cash flow
- Posting weekly payment vouchers and journal vouchers into the accounting system
- Producing monthly bank reconciliations and following up on all processed transactions
- Ensuring staff and vendor balances are reconciled and up to date
- Reviewing monthly fuel analysis reports and ensuring timely payments
- Maintaining an up-to-date Fixed Asset Register and inventory list
- Ensuring compliance with local government tax regulations and legal financial obligations
- Supporting internal and external audits by organizing all required supporting documents
- Supporting month-end and year-end closing processes, including accruals and prepayments
- Ensuring monthly financial vouchers are sent to the Country Office for filing with complete supporting documentation
B. Grant Budgeting, Reporting and Compliance (30%)
This role also supports donor-funded project implementation by ensuring grant compliance and proper budget management:
- Supporting project staff in developing grant-specific budgets
- Monitoring project expenditure to ensure spending remains within budget
- Promoting compliance with donor regulations and Right To Play policies
- Conducting occasional field trips to monitor finance procedures and partner compliance
- Supporting procurement verification by checking bids and tender documentation
- Ensuring procurement processes follow organizational policies
- Supporting preparation and regular updating of the annual project Procurement Plan
- Facilitating project financial close-out, ensuring reporting and documentation requirements are met
C. Team Support (5%)
- Providing support to other team members when required
- Offering guidance to staff, partners, and beneficiaries on reporting and financial documentation standards
Scope and Impact
The Finance Coordinator plays an important role in supporting the Finance Manager to ensure smooth running of the field finance department. The position helps strengthen collaboration between the finance and program teams and ensures financial matters are addressed effectively at field level.
Leadership and Staff Management
This role does not include direct supervisory responsibilities. However, the Finance Coordinator provides guidance to staff and partners regarding Right To Play financial requirements, reporting expectations, and supporting documentation.
Innovation and Improvement
Right To Play expects the Finance Coordinator to contribute to continuous improvement by:
- Sharing lessons learned and best practices
- Recommending improvements to financial and accounting processes
- Supporting efficiency, compliance, and accountability across finance operations
Qualifications and Experience
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Tax, or a related field
- CPA qualification is an added advantage
Professional Experience
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in accounting, finance, grant management, or tax
- Experience working with an INGO is an added advantage
Technical Skills
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong documentation and filing skills
- Ability to use accounting and financial software
- Strong analytical and logical thinking skills
- Good knowledge of accounting principles, policies, and procedures
Core Competencies
Successful candidates should demonstrate:
- Collaboration – ability to work effectively with staff, partners, and stakeholders
- Growth Mindset – commitment to learning, adapting, and receiving feedback
- Resilience – ability to work under pressure with diverse stakeholders
- Professionalism – integrity, transparency, accountability, and good representation of the organization
- Strong interpersonal skills – communication, teamwork, planning, organizing, and emotional intelligence
Benefits and Work Culture
Right To Play offers a competitive package and a supportive working environment, including:
- Opportunity to work with a passionate global team
- A strong organizational culture guided by the Culture Code:
- Accept everyone
- Make things happen
- Display courage
- Demonstrate care
- Be playful
- 28 days paid annual leave plus 3 personal days per year
- Competitive benefits such as:
- Medical and health insurance
- Life insurance
- Transportation allowance
- Communication allowance
- Learning opportunities and 5 Learning & Development days per year
- Flexible work policy
- Maternity, paternity, and parental leave support
Safeguarding, Equality & Recruitment Notes
Right To Play is committed to safeguarding children and beneficiaries. Final candidates will be required to complete security checks, including a Vulnerable Sector Check or equivalent criminal record check.
Right To Play is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, or marital status. The organization strongly encourages applications from historically disadvantaged groups. Candidates requiring accommodation during recruitment can contact the People & Culture team via: careers@righttoplay.com.
How to Apply
This is a full-time job opportunity based in Mugumu, Serengeti (Mara Region). To submit your application, follow the application link provided in the official job posting and apply before: 20th February 2026 at 23:59 EAT
