Vacancy title:
Country Manager

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Business Management and Administration, Category: Management]

Jobs at:
Africa School Assistance Project (ASAP)

Deadline of this Job:
Saturday, April 12 2025

Duty Station:
Mwanza | Dar es Salaam | Tanzania

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, April 2 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Primary Responsibilities

Leadership

• Serve as the face and voice of ASAP in Tanzania
• Build and maintain relationships and partnerships with partner schools, partner communities, the
• Tanzanian government, organizational partners, and other relevant stakeholders
• Provide leadership and vision to work with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to set the strategic direction, priorities, and policies for ASAP
• Develop, manage, and motivate staff to ensure high levels of program performance
• Supervise program evaluation, finance, administration, communications, and systems; recommend timelines and resources needed to achieve strategic goals
• Ensure effective systems to track progress and measure success that can be communicated to the board, funders, and other constituents
• Oversee implementation of the strategic plan and provide guidance to strengthen and innovate along the way
• Act as a spokesperson and engage media to drive communications and educate our network and the public
• Identify potential risks and opportunities within the organization
• Protect the organization’s interests and assets
• Work alongside the ED to create and implement operational and programmatic strategy

Program Management

• Oversee all aspects of program management with the coordinated team
• Ensure achievement of the program’s objectives and technical staff efficiency
• Ensure the organization has adequate resources to meet objectives
• Ensure the program is appropriate according to the situation, context, and objectives
• Develop and adhere to program and operational budgets
• Ensure program schedules and deadlines are met
• Oversee monitoring, evaluation, and program reporting

Operational Management

• Manage, build capacity, and oversee performance of all Tanzania staff, advising ED of areas for growth/improvement
• Ensure compliance with local laws and government regulations
• Manage human resources in conformity with applicable labor laws and internal regulations
• Oversee logistical aspects and ensure organizational compliance with local laws and regulations
• Perform appraisals of Tanzanian staff and advise ED on appropriate staff salaries and benefits Manage and protect ASAP office and assets

Community/Stakeholder Engagement

• Evaluate prospective partner schools and communities
• Develop co-investment partnerships with partner communities and the local government (village, ward, district, and regional levels of government)
• Develop and maintain strong national government co-investment partnerships
• Identify, cultivate, and maintain partnerships with other relevant private and public sector stakeholders
• Research best practices with other NPOs to innovate and improve ASAP programming
• Conduct ongoing needs assessments and field analyses of the team and programming

Board Relations

• Conduct regular Tanzanian, US, and joint TZ/US board meetings
• Provide updates on program activities and finances via regular conference calls
• Assist TZ board committees where necessary
• Communicate with TZ board members regularly to increase engagement and participation

Financial Management

• Develop, implement, and manage budgets with support from key TZ staff and the Executive Director
• Keep programmatic and operational costs as low as possible
• Ensure financial oversight and compliance with financial controls, regulatory bodies, and accounting principles
• Work with the Executive Director, Treasurer, and Bookkeeper to prepare and interpret financial reports for the Board

Skills & Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of executive level international non-profit management with a clear record of success in leading organizations and building systems from the ground up
• Proven ability to develop and expand organizational capacity and build complex programs
• Relevant development sector experience (education, health, grassroots community)
• Strong commitment to grassroots empowerment and educational equity
• Ability to develop and manage high-performing teams
• Experience in budgeting and financial management
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with an ability to maintain key relationships with multiple stakeholders
• Strong project management skills and experience with data-driven program evaluation
• Proficient with technology for planning, management, and communications, including Microsoft Office,
• Asana (or similar project management software), web platforms, and social media
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree (preferred) in a relevant field

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Have a passion for ASAP’s work and mission
• Have experience leading and managing diverse teams
• Be a dynamic individual who can engage a wide range of stakeholders and cultures
• Have excellent organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• Be an assertive self-starter with a proactive attitude and ability to work independently
• Work effectively as a team player, seeking and acting on feedback as appropriate
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities under pressure, with poise and tact

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 84

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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