Intern-Program Officer Opportunity at World Renew – Mwanza, Tanzania

📍 Location: Mwanza, Tanzania
📅 Contract Duration: 1 Year (May 2025 – April 2026) Potential extension based on performance & funding
📢 Reports To: Programs Coordinator (PC)

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Join World Renew and Make a Difference!

Are you passionate about community development and eager to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic, faith-based organization? World Renew Tanzania is looking for a dedicated Intern-Program Officer to support the implementation of impactful projects that empower communities in Mwanza and beyond.

If you’re a motivated and proactive individual with a heart for development work, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

About World Renew Tanzania

World Renew Tanzania is a registered international NGO affiliated with the Christian Reformed Church in North America (CRCNA). We collaborate with local partners and government councils across Geita, Shinyanga, Tabora, Mara, and Mwanza to implement programs focused on:

✔ Food Security & Conservation Agriculture
✔ Disaster Risk Reduction & Environmental Protection
✔ Youth Empowerment & Livelihoods
✔ Health & Literacy

Through these initiatives, we work towards building sustainable and resilient communities in Tanzania.

Role Purpose

As an Intern-Program Officer, you will work closely with the Programs Coordinator (PC), Monitoring & Evaluation Manager, and project teams to:

✔ Support the planning, implementation, and monitoring of community development projects.
✔ Assist in preparing project reports and tracking program progress.
✔ Coordinate meetings with project partners and stakeholders.
✔ Contribute to disaster response efforts and community engagement initiatives.

This role provides a unique learning opportunity to gain practical experience in program coordination, project management, and community outreach.

Key Qualifications & Skills

✔ Faith & Integrity: A committed Christian with active involvement in a faith-based community.
✔ Diversity & Inclusion: Passionate about gender equality and fostering an inclusive work environment.
✔ Leadership & Problem-Solving: Strong management skills, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.
✔ Communication & Relationship-Building: Ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and teams.
✔ Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (QuickBooks is a plus).
✔ Community Development Knowledge: Experience with participatory methods such as PRA, PLA, and Appreciative Inquiry is highly valued.

Education & Experience

✔ Bachelor’s degree in one of the following fields:

Community Economic Development
Project Planning & Management
Business Administration
Cooperative Management
Rural Development

✔ At least three years of experience in community development, focusing on:

Microfinance & Agricultural Economics
Cooperative Management
Community Health & Literacy

✔ Language Proficiency: Fluent in both English and Kiswahili (written & spoken).

Work & Travel Requirements

✔ Ability to travel up to 10-15% of the time to rural project areas across Geita, Mara, Shinyanga, Tabora, Kagera, and Kigoma.
✔ Comfortable working in remote areas with limited access to facilities like running water and electricity.

How to Apply

📩 Submit Your Application By: April 4, 2025 (4:00 PM EAT)

📜 Application Requirements:

Cover Letter
Updated CV
Copies of relevant academic certificates
Contact details of three professional referees (Name, Address, Phone, and Email)

📧 Send applications to: tanzania.recruitment@world-renew.net

⏳ Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone inquiries allowed during the selection process.

🌍 Make an impact with World Renew – Apply Today!