Vacancy title:
Boarding Patron (Boys’ Boarding)
Employment type: Contractor, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Social Services & Nonprofit, Protective Services, Education
Jobs at:
UBORA Tanzania Foundation
Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, November 18 2026
Duty Station:
Siha District, Kilimanjaro | Dar es Salaam
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, October 28 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
JOB DETAILS:
About the role
To provide pastoral care, welfare, discipline and mentorship to boy boarders, creating a safe, orderly and Christ-centred home where every student can thrive and grow as a servant leader.
Reports to: Administrative Coordinator
Overall accountability: The Boarding Patron is accountable for the safety, welfare, discipline and character formation of all boys in the boarding facility, 24 hours a day during term.
Accountability question: Are the boys in our boarding facility safe, cared for, disciplined and growing in Christ-like character?
Key responsibilities
Dormitory Supervision & Routine
- Supervise daily boarding routines, including wake-up, personal hygiene, meals, evening prep and lights-out.
- Take and record roll calls at least three times a day, and report any absence immediately.
- Inspect dormitories daily for cleanliness, order and safety.
Student Welfare & Health
- Monitor boys’ health, hygiene and emotional wellbeing, and refer health concerns to the School Health Officer the same day.
- Make sure every boarder has the personal items, bedding and supplies he needs.
Mentorship, Counselling & Discipleship
- Provide mentorship, guidance and basic counselling, and refer complex cases to the Social Worker.
- Lead or support evening devotions and character-formation sessions at least once a week.
Discipline & Conduct
- Keep order and fair, restorative discipline in line with school policy.
- Record all disciplinary incidents, and report serious cases to school leadership within 24 hours.
Safeguarding & Emergency Response
- Apply UBORA’s Child Safeguarding Policy at all times, and report any safeguarding concern immediately.
- Respond to after-hours welfare issues and emergencies, following the school’s emergency procedures.
Records, Property & Reporting
- Keep boarding registers, incident logs and an inventory of dormitory property, and check the inventory every term.
- Liaise with the Social Worker, Academic Coordinator and parents on welfare matters.
- Submit a monthly boarding welfare report to the Administrative Coordinator.
Minimum qualifications
Education: Diploma in Guidance and Counselling, Nursing and Midwifery, or Health Sciences
Experience: 3+ years
Languages: English, Kiswahili
At least 3 years’ experience in youth work, counselling or pastoral care
Male, because the role involves residential supervision of boys’ dormitories
Willing to live on campus and work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
Added advantage: Experience in a boarding school setting
Core competencies & skills
Pastoral Care & Basic CounsellingChild Safeguarding & Student WelfarePositive Discipline & Behaviour ManagementMentorship & Christian Character FormationOrganisation, Record-Keeping & Emergency Response
What we offer
2-year fixed-term contract, including a 3–6 month probation period
Start date: January 2027
Competitive remuneration set by UBORA’s Board-approved Compensation Schedule
A clear career pathway with defined grades, Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and promotion based on merit
Starting grade depends on verified qualifications and experience, in line with UBORA’s Scheme of Service
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: associate degree
Job application procedure
Apply by 18 Nov 2026
Application Link:
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