Head of Program Implementation Tanzania at Raising The Village (RTV)
Job snapshot
Head of Program Implementation Tanzania role at Raising The Village (RTV). The position supports the systems that underpin day-to-day operations. The post is based in Bukoba, Kagera Region, Tanzania (Temporary base; position will relocate in a couple of months).
| Role | Head of Program Implementation Tanzania |
|---|---|
| Employer | Raising The Village (RTV) |
| Location | Bukoba, Kagera Region, Tanzania (Temporary base; position will relocate in a couple of months) |
| Team | Implementation |
| Job type | Full-Time |
Raising The Village (RTV) relies on core database platforms for day-to-day operations.
Role overview
Duty Station: Bukoba, Kagera Region, Tanzania (Temporary base; position will relocate in a couple of months).
Key responsibilities
- Position: Head of Program Implementation / Country Representative.
- Operating in Uganda, Rwanda, DRC, and Tanzania, RTV partners with remote rural communities via data-driven, sustainable poverty graduation models.
- Raising The Village (RTV) is an international development organization committed to eradicating ultra-poverty across Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Field Travel: 70%.
- Reporting To: Regional Programs Director.
- About Raising The Village (RTV).
- RTV launched its Tanzania operations to scale comprehensive poverty graduation programming in close collaboration with government entities and local market systems.
Requirements
- Strong command of business intelligence, database programs, and statistical software tools.
- Technical Expertise: Demonstrated background in agricultural development, water, health, or poverty graduation models; expertise in logical frameworks, theory of change, and impact evaluations.
- Languages & Tech: Excellent written and spoken English skills; proficiency in Kiswahili is required.
- Years of Experience: 12+ Years.
- Education: Master's degree (MA/MSc preferred) in International Development, Agricultural Economics, Business Management, or a related field.
- Diversity Commitment: Women, persons with disabilities, and qualified candidates from minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Field Requirements: Ability and willingness to travel up to 70% of the time to hard-to-reach, remote field locations under challenging conditions.
- Fraud Alert: Raising The Village does not charge every application or processing fees at any stage of the recruitment process.
- Experience: Minimum of 12 years of progressive management experience inside international non-governmental organizations (INGOs), with a focus on scaling large-scale rural development programs.
- Professional training in project management and financial control is preferred.
Key skills
- Data Analysis
- SQL Database Administration
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Talent Acquisition
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Project Management
- Quality Assurance
How to apply
Apply through the Raising The Village (RTV) careers portal for this Head of Program Implementation Tanzania.
Apply on the Raising The Village (RTV) site
Common questions
- What role is open?
- Raising The Village (RTV) is recruiting a Head of Program Implementation Tanzania.
- Where is the job based?
- The post is based in Bukoba, Kagera Region, Tanzania (Temporary base; position will relocate in a couple of months).
- How do I apply?
- Submit your application directly on the employer's official portal: Apply on the Raising The Village (RTV) site
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Advert requirement: Education: Master's degree (MA/MSc preferred) in International Development, Agricultural Economics, Business Management, or a related field. Professional training in project management and financial control is preferred. What relevant experience or training could you discuss for this non-mandatory criterion? Treat this as optional, not a new eligibility rule. Be honest about experience you do not have.
Advert requirement: Experience: Minimum of 12 years of progressive management experience inside international non-governmental organizations (INGOs), with a focus on scaling large-scale rural development programs. Which roles or assignments demonstrate the experience requested here? Explain the dates, your responsibility, your actions and the outcome. Do not count overlapping periods twice.
Advert requirement: Technical Expertise: Demonstrated background in agricultural development, water, health, or poverty graduation models; expertise in logical frameworks, theory of change, and impact evaluations. How would you demonstrate this requirement using a specific example from your work or training? Describe the task, your actions, relevant tools and outcome. Be clear about anything you have not yet done.
Advert requirement: Languages & Tech: Excellent written and spoken English skills; proficiency in Kiswahili is required. Strong command of business intelligence, database programs, and statistical software tools. Describe a real task where you used this language or communication skill. Explain the audience, the message and how you checked understanding. Use your own example.
Advert requirement: Field Requirements: Ability and willingness to travel up to 70% of the time to hard-to-reach, remote field locations under challenging conditions. How would you demonstrate this requirement using a specific example from your work or training? Describe the task, your actions, relevant tools and outcome. Be clear about anything you have not yet done.
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Refer to the letter heading above, I am writing to apply for the Head of Program Implementation Tanzania position. After reviewing the advertised requirements, I believe my skills, experience, and commitment to professional results make me a strong candidate for this opportunity.
My background has prepared me to contribute effectively in work relevant to Head of Program Implementation Tanzania. I can bring relevant experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work responsibly with teams, clients, and organizational priorities. In tailoring this application, I would highlight evidence related to Education: Master's degree (MA/MSc preferred) in International Development, Agricultural Economics, Business Management, or a related field. Professio.
I am especially interested in this role because it gives me an opportunity to apply my strengths, support the organization objectives, and continue growing professionally while delivering reliable results.
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