About WeWorld
About WeWorld
WeWorld works in close collaboration with local civil society organisations, government authorities, and other development stakeholders to promote sustainable, locally owned solutions. As an active member of the Tanzania Education Network (TENMET), the organisation contributes to national efforts to advance inclusive and equitable quality education in line with the Education for All agenda. Between 2017 and 2022, WeWorld also supported the Bunju Multipurpose Centre in Dar es Salaam, providing integrated psychosocial, legal, medical, educational, and vocational support to vulnerable children and young people, alongside family reintegration services.
Building on its longstanding engagement in education and child protection, WeWorld has progressively expanded its programmatic portfolio to encompass civil society strengthening, human rights, peacebuilding, youth empowerment, and environmental sustainability. Between 2020 and 2022, the organisation implemented the European Union-funded SautiMpya project in Kigoma, Mbeya, and Mtwara regions, strengthening partnerships between civil society organisations and media actors to advance the rights and participation of women and young people.
WeWorld is currently implementing a diversified portfolio of programmes supported by the European Union and other institutional donors. These include Kijani Pemba, which promotes urban eco-resilience and environmental sustainability in Zanzibar; Kujenga Amani Pamoja, a regional initiative advancing peacebuilding and meaningful youth engagement across Kenya, Mozambique, and Tanzania; and Pamoja Tudumishe Elimu, a cross-border Kenya–Tanzania programme supporting the retention, participation, and access of vulnerable learners to quality primary education.
As WeWorld Tanzania continues to consolidate its operational presence and strengthen its programmatic portfolio, the organisation is prioritising enhanced programme quality, strategic coherence, operational effectiveness, and sustainable resource mobilisation. This requires stronger integration across projects and thematic areas, more effective programme oversight and accountability, and increased investment in national staff leadership, institutional partnerships, and country-level programme development.Purpose of the Role
Purpose of the Role
Under the direct supervision of the Country Representative, the Country Head of Programmes provides strategic, technical and operational leadership for WeWorld Tanzania’s programme portfolio, ensuring quality, accountability, donor compliance and effective programme implementation.
He/She leads programme development and resource mobilisation, contributing to the country strategy, identifying funding opportunities, strengthening donor and partner engagement, and overseeing the development of proposals.
The Country Head of Programmes leads and supports programme teams, strengthens national staff capacity, ensures effective coordination with support functions, and contributes to WeWorld’s institutional representation and strategic partnerships with government, donors, civil society and implementing partners.Main Functions and Duties1. Programme and Quality Management
Main Functions and Duties
1. Programme and Quality Management
Provide leadership and oversight to ensure high-quality implementation of all programmes in line with WeWorld’s strategy and contextual needs
Supervise and support Project Managers, Grants and Programme Advisors, and technical staff in planning, monitoring, and reporting of activities and results
Ensure programme implementation complies with internal policies, donor regulations, national legislation, and international standards
Coordinate with the Head of Support Services and Country Representative to oversee the financial management of the country programme portfolio
Ensure timely and quality preparation of internal and external reports, donor submissions, briefing notes, and other reporting requirements
Lead coordination and integration across programme sectors (e.g., education, protection, livelihoods, basic assistance, civil society)
Lead the integration of cross-cutting themes such as gender, inclusion, climate resilience, and accountability
Directly manage or support project implementation in the absence of a dedicated Project Manager, based on needs and guidance from the Country Representative
Facilitate harmonization of tools, methodologies, procedures, and guidelines across projects
Ensure quality criteria and indicators are monitored and used for evidence-based decision-making2. Strategic (adsbygoogle=window.adsbygoogle||[]).push({});Planning and Fundraising
2. Strategic (adsbygoogle=window.adsbygoogle||[]).push({});Planning and Fundraising
Collaborate with the Country Representative to define and implement the long-term country strategy
Identify and assess programming and funding opportunities aligned with country priorities and WeWorld’s global strategy
Lead and coordinate proposal development, engaging technical and support teams, and liaising with HQ technical coordinators and the regional unit
Ensure proposals are competitive, technically sound, and responsive to donor requirements and contextual realities
Promote synergies between humanitarian response and development programmes3. Representation and Institutional Relations
3. Representation and Institutional Relations
Represent WeWorld in strategic fora, donor meetings, technical working groups, cluster coordination mechanisms, and consortia
Build and maintain relationships with institutional donors, UN agencies, INGOs, national and local authorities, and civil society actors
Provide strategic input into communication and visibility activities, including documentation, lessons learned, and programme capitalization4. HR Management and Capacity Building
4. HR Management and Capacity Building
Line manage programme and technical staff, ensuring performance objectives are set and regularly reviewed
Promote a supportive environment that encourages accountability, learning, and professional growth
Identify capacity-building needs and coordinate appropriate training for programme teams
Foster transparent, inclusive, and equitable recruitment and staff management in accordance with WeWorld policies and national labor laws
Ensure strong internal communication and collaboration across departments (e.g., MEAL, Admin, Logistics, HR)
Promote staff well-being and uphold WeWorld’s values and standards of conduct, emphasizing diversity and inclusion5. MEAL and Accountability
5. MEAL and Accountability
Oversee the design and implementation of MEAL systems across all projects
Ensure monitoring tools are in place and data is used to inform programme planning and decision-making
Coordinate with the MEAL Officer/Manager to support evaluations, learning, accountability mechanisms, and quality reporting
The duties and responsibilities set forth above are not exhaustive and the role holder may be required to perform additional duties requested by the Line Manager. Proper handover must be ensured before the end of the assignment.Essential RequirementsQualifications and Knowledge
Essential Requirements
Qualifications and Knowledge
Advanced university degree or equivalent in the field of Social or Political Science, Development Studies, Economics, International relations, Project Management, Agronomy, Business development.
Knowledge of main donors’ policies and procedures (EU, UN Agencies, Italian Cooperation, ECHO)
Fluent in written and spoken English
Good computer skills, in particular MS Office packageProfessional Experience
Professional Experience
At least 5 years of relevant working experience in humanitarian or development settings
At least 4 years of experience in Project Cycle Management
Proven experience in project proposal writingSkills and Abilities
Skills and Abilities
Strong interpersonal relationships and good communication and leadership skills
Ability to perform under stress conditions
Capacity to work autonomously and in problem prevention/resolution
Proven organizational skills and ability to effectively manage multiple tasks while fostering quality, team spirit and positive working relationships with colleagues
Integrity in line with the Humanitarian Principles and ethical standards
Cultural, gender, religion sensitivity and adaptabilityDesirable Requirements
Desirable Requirements
Previous experience in Tanzania and East Africa
Previous experience in Development and Emergency programmes