Nafasi ya kazi :- SOS Children’s Villages Tanzania announces 3 vacancies in Arusha and Pwani May 2026

Vacancies announcement

SOS Children’s Villages Tanzania is a local non-government organization affiliated to SOS Children’s Villages International, a worldwide childcare and protection organization that provides orphaned and destitute children with a permanent home and educational opportunities. Established 60 years ago, SOS Children’s Villages International, the umbrella organization, currently has Children’s Villages and other projects in 135 countries around the world. Globally, it runs the SOS Children’s Village Programme which has two main programs, i.e. Family Like Care and Family Strengthening Programmes supporting families in local communities. SOS Children’s Villages has been working in the United Republic of Tanzania since 1991. Our programs are in Zanzibar, Arusha, Dar es Salaam, Mwanza, Dodoma and Iringa.

Job title: Community empowerment & protection officer

Duty station: Pwani (1 post) and Arusha (1 post)
Reporting to: Project Manager

Job summary

The Project Officer will be responsible for the effective planning, implementation, coordination and monitoring of Children in Street Situation (CiSS) project activities to ensure timely delivery of project outputs and outcomes. The role provides technical support to project implementation under the guidance of the Project Manager and ensures compliance with organizational policies and donor requirements. The position also plays a key role in stakeholder engagement, reporting, and strengthening partnerships with government, civil society, and private sector actors at district, regional, and national levels.

Major responsibilities

• Support the planning, coordination, and implementation of project activities in line with approved work plans and budgets.
• Ensure timely execution of project interventions and contribute to the achievement of project deliverables.
• Provide technical input into project activities, including trainings, workshops, and community-based interventions.
• Assist in budget monitoring and ensure compliance with organizational financial and reporting procedures.
• Coordinate with District Local Governments, Civil Society Organizations, and private sector partners to support effective implementation.
• Support identification, training, supervision, and mentoring of field staff and implementing partners including social workers and drop-in centres.
• Organise workshops, seminars and training activities, and provide technical guidance and logistical support needed.
• Prepare regular project reports, including technical updates, progress reports, and documentation of lessons learned.
• Facilitate monitoring, evaluation, and data collection processes to track project performance.
• Support stakeholder engagement, coordination meetings, and communication of project results and experiences.
• Support cross-district, national and other related project assignments when required.
• Contribute to national and sub-national discussions and debates relating to the project, and on emerging issues that have an impact on the project implementation.
• Ensure quality engagement of key project stakeholders at National and sub national levels.
• Facilitate and support the development of communication materials and contribute to the effective presentation of project support visibility.

Academic qualification and experiences

• Bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to Social work, sociology, community development, or any related field.
• The position requires a professional with at least three years’ experience in the field related to street children or community-related interventions.
• Three years of work experience in managing and coordinating projects within the social development intervention.
• Proven ability to organize and facilitate multi-stakeholder participatory processes.
• Proven ability in project management and administration.
• Ability to communicate with different partners and stakeholders
• Demonstrated skills in computer literacy, technical report writing and communication
• Demonstrated ability to work with government agencies, research institutions and NGOs
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team
• Fluency in English and knowledge of languages spoken in the project area is an added advantage
• Willingness to work and visit the mapped area for street children’s settlement.
• Ability to be innovative and pro-active
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and function in a multidisciplinary environment
• Sensitivity to local conditions, ethics and norms and sensitivity to gender and children’s issues

Position title: Intern

Duty stations: Arusha (1 post), Pwani (1 post)
Direct supervisor: Children in Street Situation (CiSS) Project Officer
Contract duration: Six Months with possible extension

Major responsibilities

• Ensure timely implementation of project activities and adherence to budget and reporting guidelines.
• Provide technical guidance and input under the supervision of the CISS Project Officer.
• Compile project information regularly for reports, communication materials, and monitoring processes.
• Maintain strong relationships with Districts Local Governments, Civil Society, and Private Sector Organizations, fostering collaboration and organizing meetings.
• Supervise street children activities and support LGAs and partners for successful rescues and reunifications.
• Identify, train, supervise, and mentor dropping centers/social workers for project implementation.
• Organize and support workshops, seminars, training activities, and coordination meetings for project partners.
• Contribute to cross-district, national, and related project assignments, facilitating strategic communication and knowledge sharing.
• Provide monthly project updates to the Project Manager, ensuring effective presentation of project experiences and lessons learned.
• Prepare detailed budget and activity plans, and technical and financial reports in accordance with project agreements.
• Facilitate project monitoring and evaluation processes, contributing to national and sub-national discussions on project-related matters.
• Support implementation of related projects to strengthen synergies and linkages across different levels of implementation.

Knowledge, skills, qualifications, abilities, and behavioural competences

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Sociology, Community Development, or related field.
• 1 year experience in related field, experience working with Children and Youth, and experience in dealing with street connected children is an added advantage.
• Strong organizational and facilitation skills.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Fluency in Swahili; English proficiency is required.
• Computer literacy and technical report writing skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Willingness to work and visit the mapped area for street children settlement.
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and function in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Sensitivity to local conditions, ethics, norms, and sensitivity to gender and children’s issues.

How to apply

Interested candidates for any of the above positions should submit an application letter via email, along with a detailed and updated CV that includes telephone contacts, email address, and details of at least 3 referees. The candidate MUST clearly indicate the title of position applied for. Only contacted candidates for the interview will submit copies of academic and professional certificates. Closing date is 31st May 2026. To apply please send to:

The National Director, SOS Children’s Villages,
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
[email protected]

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Please Note: SOS Children’s Villages Tanzania is an equal opportunity employer and committed to keeping children safe from abuse and harm, prevent all forms of exploitations, harassment and abuse among staff, program participant, donors and community members. Therefore, candidates applying for this post will be subject to child safeguarding recruitment procedures and checks.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted