Vacancy title:
Program Management Specialist
Employment type: Full time, Industry: Finance, Category: Management, Business Operations, Social Services & Nonprofit, Non-profits, Foundations & Philanthropists
Jobs at:
CRDB
Deadline of this Job:
Monday, November 9 2026
Duty Station:
Dar es Salaam | Dar es Salaam
Summary
Date Posted: Sunday, November 8 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
Reporting Line
MANAGER PROGRAMS PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Subsidiary
CRDB BANK FOUNDATION
Number of openings
1
Job Purpose
To support the Manager of Programs in implementing and managing programs and partnerships at CRDB Bank Foundation. The role is responsible for coordinating program activities, monitoring and evaluating program performance, supporting stakeholder engagement, and contributing to resource mobilization and grant management efforts. The position requires strong program management skills, stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously to ensure timely delivery, compliance with donor requirements, and measurable social impact.
Principle Responsibilities
- Support the manager of programs and partnerships development in coordinating and implementing program activities, managing program documentation, timelines, and performance dashboards, and ensuring initiatives are delivered on schedule and aligned with the Foundation's strategy and partner requirements.
- Coordinate the day-to-day implementation of assigned programs, including youth entrepreneurship, financial literacy, incubation, and community development programs, while monitoring program milestones and preparing regular progress reports.
- Maintain and update Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) tools, program trackers, and performance dashboards; collect and analyse program data to track progress against set targets and contribute to learning and program improvement.
- Support the development and maintenance of partnerships with community organizations, government agencies, private sector partners, and development partners, including coordinating stakeholder meetings, workshops, and field visits.
- Assist in preparing grant proposals, concept notes, progress reports, and financial accountability reports for donors and partners, ensuring compliance with grant requirements and reporting timelines.
- Support the preparation and coordination of the Foundation's annual reports, program reports, newsletters, website content, social media posts, and other publications.
- Prepare briefs, meeting minutes, presentations, and reports for senior stakeholders, and support the planning and coordination of internal review meetings and strategy sessions.
- Coordinate program logistics, including procurement of services, event management, travel arrangements, and vendor coordination, to ensure smooth program delivery.
- Support resource mobilization efforts by researching funding opportunities, tracking grant pipelines, and maintaining an updated database of current and prospective donors and partners.
- Maintain and update program trackers, and performance dashboards; collect and analyse program data to track progress against set targets and contribute to learning and program improvement.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual program reports for internal and external stakeholders, including development partners, donors, EXCO, and the Board, ensuring that program performance, outcomes, and impact are clearly documented and communicated.
Qualifications Required
- Bachelor's degree and above in Project Management, Business Administration, Social Work/Sociology, Public Administration, Entrepreneurship Development, Business Management, Project Planning or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in program management, project management, or a related role.
- Experience in managing social impact programs, NGO projects, development programs, or entrepreneurship initiatives from inception to completion.
- Demonstrated experience in monitoring and evaluation, program reporting, data management, and performance tracking.
- Ability to develop clear, engaging, and professional content for annual reports, program publications, and other communication materials.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Swahili, including the ability to translate program results and technical information into accessible communication for different audiences.
- Strong program and project management skills, including planning, coordination, implementation, and performance monitoring.
- Experience working with community stakeholders, government agencies, private sector organizations, financial institutions, or development partners.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and the ability to use program management tools, databases, and digital communication platforms.
- Strong organizational skills and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively and ensure data quality and integrity.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, creativity, and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and partners.
CRDB Commitment
CRDB Bank is dedicated to upholding Sustainability and ESG practices and encourage applicants who share this commitment. The Bank also promotes an inclusive workplace, hence applications from women and individual with disabilities are encouraged.
Employment Terms
PERMANENT
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: bachelor degree
Job application procedure
Application Link: Click Here to Apply Now
Deadline: 2026-11-09
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