Job Vacancy: Field Officer (Community & Gender)

October 1, 2025 Zanzibar

Location: Pemba, Zanzibar (with travel to project areas as required)
Reports to: Activity Coordinator / Project Manager
Contract Type: Full-time – National Employment Contract
Contract Duration: 12 months (including probation), renewable
Starting Date: 10th November 2025
Salary Range: TZS 1,000,000 – 1,200,000

About WeWorld

WeWorld is an Italian independent NGO working in 25 countries worldwide on Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid. Since 2010, WeWorld has implemented programs in Tanzania (Kigoma, Tanga, Mbeya, Njombe, Mtwara, Zanzibar, Dar es Salaam) reaching over 630,000 direct beneficiaries. The Kijani Pemba Project focuses on WASH access, quality education, sustainable community business development, and green areas for schools and communities.

Position Summary

The Field Officer will lead the Community and Gender component of the project, ensuring effective planning, implementation, and monitoring of activities while engaging schools, communities, and local stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and implement community & gender activities in line with project design.
  • Coordinate beneficiary selection, surveys, training, awareness events, and distributions.
  • Maintain accurate project documentation (MoUs, reports, attendance sheets, etc.).
  • Support MEAL in data collection, monitoring, and reporting.
  • Build strong networks with communities, CSOs, schools, and Local Authorities.
  • Represent WeWorld in meetings and ensure project visibility.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Community Development, Social Sciences, Social Work, M&E, or related fields.
  • At least 3 years’ experience in community engagement work.
  • Experience with donor-funded projects is an advantage.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Kobo/data collection skills desirable.

Skills

  • Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Integrity, cultural sensitivity, and adaptability.
  • Ability to work independently and in teams.

Equal Opportunity

WeWorld encourages applications from women and persons with disabilities. We maintain a zero-tolerance policy against abuse, exploitation, or harm to children and vulnerable adults. All staff undergo background checks.

How to Apply

Send your CV (with two referees: name, phone, email) and Motivation Letter to:

📧 tz.hr.sele@weworld.it

Email subject line: Ref: TZ/ACC/25/01 – Field Officer Application

Deadline: 10th October 2025

(WeWorld may close applications early if sufficient applications are received. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.)

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