Program Director – FCDE Tanzania | Moshi

FOUNDATION FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND EMPOWERMENT • LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY

About the Opportunity

The Foundation for Community Development and Empowerment (FCDE) is expanding into Tanzania and is recruiting a Program Director to establish and grow its first programme site in Moshi, Tanzania.

This is a significant leadership opportunity for a visionary and dynamic professional who can build a new programme from the ground up, develop partnerships across government and civil society, and provide strategic direction for community-driven development.

Working closely with FCDE's Co-Executive Directors in Uganda and the United States, the Program Director will lead site operations, supervise a team, support local partner organisations and establish FCDE as a credible development partner in the region.

Position Details

Organisation: Foundation for Community Development and Empowerment (FCDE)

Job Title: Program Director – Tanzania

Duty Station: Moshi, Tanzania

Sector: NGO, Community Development & Organisational Capacity Building

Position Level: Programme Leadership

Minimum Experience: Five (5) years of relevant professional experience

Language Requirements: Advanced spoken and written English and Swahili

Application Deadline: 10 December 2026 at 5:00 PM EAT

Job Purpose

The Program Director will lead the strategic planning, operational establishment and ongoing development of FCDE's first Tanzania programme site.

The role encompasses programme launch, team management, financial oversight, local partner capacity building, monitoring and evaluation, stakeholder representation and coordination with FCDE leadership and regional teams.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

1. Strategic Planning & Site Launch

• Lead the strategic planning and operational launch of FCDE's first Tanzania site in close collaboration with the Co-Executive Directors.
• Establish the Moshi office and develop the initial operational systems and procedures.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive site-launch plan covering office operations, recruitment, onboarding, financial and administrative systems, and programme-readiness timelines.
• Coordinate legal registration, regulatory compliance and other requirements for establishing FCDE Tanzania in accordance with Tanzanian law.
• Build strong relationships with local government officials, civil society organisations and community stakeholders in the Moshi region.
• Collaborate with FCDE Uganda to identify and recruit five to six (5–6) mid-level local organisations across FCDE's six focal areas for the inaugural Moshi programme cohort.

2. Programme & Personnel Management

• Manage site personnel, including recruitment, staff termination, individual work plans, annual objectives and performance reviews.
• Provide leadership, direction and day-to-day management of the programme office.
• Mentor and coach employees, provide professional development opportunities and foster a positive organisational culture.
• Manage the site budget and coordinate with FCDE leadership and finance personnel to maintain sound accounting practices and responsible expenditure.
• Maintain regular communication and collaboration with FCDE's Uganda programme sites.
• Participate in monthly Upper Management meetings with fellow Program Directors and Co-Executive Directors.
• Provide strategic updates, operational insights and recommendations for programme improvement.
• Where applicable, manage international fellows and volunteers, including recruitment, hosting, mentoring and evaluation.

3. Local Partner Capacity Building & Training

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of each local partner organisation and its organisational development needs.
• Lead FCDE's 18-month core workshop series for partner organisations.
• Coordinate training logistics, facilitate workshops and deliver ongoing coaching and mentoring between sessions.
• Conduct and document baseline organisational capacity assessments with the programme team.
• Monitor and document progress in partner organisational capacity development.
• Support partner organisations in developing and implementing their individual work plans.
• Apply FCDE's Tier Approach to deliver targeted workshops, training and coaching appropriate to partner capacity needs.
• Develop tailored training materials and connect partner organisations to external consultants and resources when required.
• Promote networking, collaboration and resource sharing among local partner organisations.

4. Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

• Collaborate with the Co-Executive Directors and United States team to develop strategies for achieving FCDE's programme and organisational objectives.
• Establish annual performance indicators and implementation plans.
• Manage site-level monitoring and evaluation data collection in accordance with FCDE procedures and deadlines.
• Prepare and submit regular, timely programme reports to FCDE leadership and headquarters.

5. Stakeholder Engagement, Representation & Partnerships

• Build and maintain relationships with local government institutions, community organisations, programme beneficiaries and relevant stakeholders.
• Promote awareness of FCDE's community-driven development approach.
• Work with FCDE leadership to develop relationships with strategic partners and organisations that may provide funding or programme support.
• Represent FCDE at conferences, public engagements and relevant sector events.
• Liaise with government, community and NGO representatives to facilitate effective implementation of FCDE programmes.

6. Other Duties

• Undertake other related responsibilities assigned by the Co-Executive Directors, not exceeding 5% of working time.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Organisational Development, Social Studies, Community Development, Economics, Public Administration or a related field.
• Experience: At least five (5) years of experience in public administration, NGO development, community or organisational development, international development or a related field.
• Languages: Advanced spoken and written communication skills in both English and Swahili.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Graduate degree in a related field, strongly preferred.
• Five to ten (5–10) years of professional experience in public administration, NGO development, community or organisational development, international development or related fields.
• Previous professional experience and knowledge of NGO or civil society sector operations in Tanzania, strongly preferred.

Post-Entry Training: FCDE provides on-the-job training focused on its organisational philosophy, regulations and procedures.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain relationships with government officials, community members, donors, NGO partners and international volunteers.
• Strong cultural sensitivity and professionalism when working with diverse stakeholders.
• Sound judgment and effective decision-making under complex or stressful circumstances.
• Proven leadership, communication and team-building skills.
• Ability to motivate diverse teams and navigate cross-cultural working environments.
• Computer literacy, including word processing and database management.
• Knowledge of organisational operations, project management, programme management, staff supervision and strategic planning.
• Strong understanding of community development and training.
• Ability to design, organise and facilitate effective workshops and training sessions.
• Strong financial planning, expenditure tracking, financial reporting and money management skills.

Official Job Documents

Applicants are encouraged to review FCDE's original recruitment documents for the detailed position overview and application information.

Program Director – Job Announcement

View FCDE Tanzania Program Director Announcement (PDF) [link available with Premium]

Program Director – Final Position Overview

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How to Apply

Candidates who are passionate about locally led, community-driven development and meet the advertised qualifications should submit their applications directly to FCDE.

Required Application Materials:

1. Cover letter.
2. Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
3. Three (3) references, as required in FCDE's detailed position overview.

Application Email:
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Application Deadline:

10 December 2026 at 5:00 PM EAT

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