Job Type: Full-time
Lutheran World Relief, part of Corus International, has been operating in Tanzania since 1963. Corus International is a global organization with over 150 years of combined experience in tackling extreme poverty. It includes both nonprofit and for-profit subsidiaries, such as IMA World Health, CGA Technologies, Ground Up Investing, and Farmers Market Brands. In Tanzania, operations are managed under IMA World Health. With more than 800 employees worldwide, Corus is dedicated to helping vulnerable communities achieve healthier, poverty-free lives. Learn more at Corus International.
We are looking for a Finance & Administration Director to join a five-year USDA-funded project. This initiative focuses on developing Tanzania's poultry value chain into a sustainable business. The project will strengthen the feed sector, introduce climate-smart technologies, improve animal health practices, and provide capacity building in agricultural finance and extension services. The position is based in Mbeya, Tanzania.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Oversight
- Create annual, activity, and partner budgets for approval.
- Monitor budgets, spending, and recommend actions when necessary.
- Ensure all costs are reasonable, allowable, and aligned with project goals.
- Comply with Corus, donor, and local tax regulations.
- Manage financial transactions and reconciliations using MIP Fund Accounting software.
Administration & Logistics
- Oversee office leases, procurement, and property inventories.
- Supervise payroll, onboarding, and offboarding of staff.
- Ensure vehicle management (cars and motorcycles) is efficient, including maintenance and insurance.
- Provide administrative support to sub-grantees to ensure compliance with donor and Corus policies.
Qualifications
- Graduate degree in accounting, finance, or business administration.
- Formal accounting certification.
- 8–10 years of financial management experience, including 5+ years with US government-funded projects.
- Expertise in cost accounting practices and OMB Guidance for Grants (2 CFR 200).
- Familiarity with accounting software like MIP Fund Accounting, Excel, and Microsoft Office.
- Proficiency in English.
- Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills.
Why This Role?
This position is crucial for the Kuku Biashara Project, aimed at improving the poultry industry and boosting Tanzania’s economy. You’ll play a key role in financial management, compliance, and administrative support for a meaningful cause.
How to Apply
This is a full-time role based in Mbeya, Tanzania. Submit your application by clicking the link below.
