Programmes Assistant Coordinator help2kids Tanzania
Job Type: Full-Time
Closing Date: 30th October 2023
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

DESCRIPTION

help2kids is looking for a motivated Programmes Assistant Coordinator. Gain great experience working with a small NGO in Tanzania!

help2kids is a young, dynamic Swiss-based NGO operating in Africa. Our objective is to give some of the most vulnerable children in Tanzania and Malawi access to the basic necessities that all children deserve; education, food, healthcare, shelter, and a loving family environment so that they can break out of the cycle of poverty and live happy, productive lives.

We are currently seeking a Programmes Assistant Coordinator to provide support to our projects on the ground in Tanzania, and manage our annual fundraising event, the help2kids Charity Football Tournament. This is a great position for someone who is passionate about improving children’s lives and wants to be part of an international team.

 

Tasks

  • Lead and Manage our annual help2kids Charity Football Tournament fundraising event, which includes recruiting business sponsors, event management, and budget management.
  • Assist Project Managers and Coordinators in implementing new or current project needs, including supporting our Volunteer Programme and Education Sponsorship Programme.
  • Work alongside Field Manager, Project Managers, and Coordinators in order to improve project sites and program
  • Carry out any research projects that meet the needs of the project.
  • Collect data and assist with the monitoring and evaluating of projects.
  • Assist in collecting writing, photos, and materials for programme reports.
  • Assist in grant and fundraising research
  • Other tasks, as requested, including helping out with the general administration of the organization.

Qualifications

  • Commitment for at least 1 year.
  • Passion to work in an international environment with a lot of different cultures and to be present for our children, employees, and volunteers if needed.
  • Have a bachelor’s degree in relevant field
  • Work well under minimal supervision and be self-motivated
  • Event management and fundraising experience desirable.
  • A passion for working with children and youth
  • Ability to work with limited resources in a sometimes challenging environment
  • Must be able to use all Microsoft Office programmes
  • Work well under minimal supervision and be self-motivated
  • Work well with a team of local staff, international staff, and volunteers
  • Willingness to participate in the children’s lives in a positive way and set a good example by your `behavior at all times
  • High Level of written and spoken English and Swahili is essential

We are looking for someone to start around 16th July 2018.

BENEFITS

Compensation

  • A monthly living stipend of $150
  • Housing and food can be provided at Friendly Gecko Guest House
  • 5 weeks of paid holiday per year
  • Provided with company Laptop and Phone

Unfortunately, we cannot cover medical benefits. You must have the legal status to work in Tanzania.

LEVEL OF LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

High Level of written and spoken English and Swahili is essential

PROFESSIONAL LEVEL

Professional

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED

4-year degree

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please send an e-mail with your cover letter, CV/resume, and responses to applications@help2kids.org by 29th June 2018. Only applications with all three materials will be considered. Please also specify your earliest available start dates.