About Africa Relief and Community Development (ARCD)

Africa Relief and Community Development (ARCD) is a U.S.-based International Non-Governmental Organization (INGO) headquartered in Clifton, New Jersey, dedicated to providing humanitarian aid and long-term sustainable development across the African continent. ARCD focuses on alleviating poverty and empowering underserved communities through tailored solutions. As of late 2025, the organization has reported reaching over 6 million people across Africa and in global crisis zones.

Job Overviews

The Program Manager will oversee the planning, implementation, and management of Africa Relief’s programs in Tanzania. The role requires strong leadership, strategic planning, and coordination with various stakeholders to ensure the effective delivery of development projects, including education, healthcare, clean water, emergency response, and economic development initiatives. The Program Manager will manage day-to-day operations, ensure program compliance, and monitor the impact of interventions in alignment with ARCD’s mission.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in international development, Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a related field (master’s degree preferred).

Experience

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in program management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role managing complex programs or regional offices in international development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular field visits to project sites to monitor implementation and provide  direct support to field teams.
• Ensure that programs are being executed as planned and address any challenges that  may arise.
• Engage with technical practices and share information on best practices within the  region to enhance program performance and innovation.
• Attend relevant external events, conferences, and forums to represent Africa Relief  and stay updated on regional developments in international aid.
•  Provide regular updates and reports to the Program Director at headquarters on  program progress, challenges, financials, and impacts, and keep country operations  director cc’s at all times
• Ensure clear and transparent communication with all stakeholders, including staff,  donors, and partners, to facilitate project success.
• Stay informed about emerging trends and needs in Tanzania that may present new  program opportunities for Africa Relief and create need assessment data.
• Submit grant requests to international organizations, including UN stakeholders, to  secure funding for programs.
• Represent Africa Relief in Tanzania, liaising with government authorities, donors,  local NGOs, and other key stakeholders.
• Build and foster relationships with international NGOs and other organizations to  form strategic partnerships.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with community leaders, ensuring Africa  Relief’s programs meet the needs of local populations.
• Engage in external networking opportunities to promote Africa Relief’s mission and  explore opportunities for new partnerships and funding.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks related to project performance, financial issues,  and compliance with local and international regulations.
• Lead the development of risk management strategies and ensure program activities  remain on track.
• Implement monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems to track program performance  and ensure impact targets are met.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of all programs in Tanzania across  key sectors, including health, education, governance, and economic development.
• Create concept notes and proposals for new programs.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality projects aligned with Africa Relief’s values and  objectives.
• Manage day-to-day activities, including addressing project challenges, ensuring  compliance with donor requirements, and meeting project timelines.
• Ensure that project expenditures are in line with approved budgets and provide  regular forecasts to headquarters.
• Monitor subawards, review partner budgets, and ensure timely financial reporting and  adherence to technical and quality standards.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and development opportunities for program staff,  ensuring they have the resources needed to succeed.
• Foster a positive, collaborative work environment that promotes growth and  teamwork.

How to apply

Submit a cover letter detailing your interest, a résumé, academic certificates, and salary expectations to jobs@africa-relief.org and CC to tanzaniaoffice@africa-relief.org with the subject line “OFFICE SECRETARY -YourLastName”. Incomplete applications will not be considered