Operations and Finance Manager – Zanzibar

October 17, 2025 Zanzibar

Employer: Youth Challenge International (YCI)
Location: Unguja, Zanzibar, Tanzania
Job Type: Full-Time, 40 hours/week
Contract Length: 1 year (renewable)
Compensation: 3,600,000 TZS gross/month + Health Benefits
Start Date: November 2025
Application Deadline: 31 October 2025

About YCI

Youth Challenge International accelerates youth innovation for social good, working with young leaders to create sustainable solutions globally. YCI’s HerStart initiative advances gender equality, innovation, and economic empowerment by providing entrepreneurship training, mentorship, and seed funding for young women in Tanzania, Ghana, and Uganda.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Country Manager, the Operations and Finance Manager will oversee organizational systems and processes for HerStart in Zanzibar, including:

  • Financial performance, reporting, and cash flow management
  • Procurement and compliance
  • Human resources administration
  • Volunteer coordination and mentorship

The role ensures program quality, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Operations Management:

  • Coordinate organizational systems, policies, procedures, and procurement.
  • Ensure compliance with NGO registration, reporting, and HR processes in Tanzania.
  • Support onboarding, recruitment, and performance management of local staff.
  • Manage health, safety, and security protocols.
  • Facilitate logistics for international volunteer placements.

Financial Management:

  • Coordinate financial operations with YCI Canada and ensure donor compliance.
  • Prepare and submit financial reports, monitor cash flow, and lead budgeting exercises.
  • Collaborate with project leaders to ensure activities align with budgets and work plans.
  • Identify financial risks and maintain compliance with accounting policies and regulations.

Technical Support & Training:

  • Provide coaching and training to staff, volunteers, and partners on finance, operations, and HR processes.
  • Support daily project management and facilitate accountability and quality assurance.

Volunteer Management:

  • Supervise and mentor international volunteers to ensure meaningful engagement and integration into programs.

Skills & Experience Required

  • 5+ years of leadership experience in finance, operations, procurement, or HR.
  • Strong understanding of organizational accounting and financial functions.
  • Knowledge of sustainable community development.
  • Experience supporting or working with volunteers preferred.
  • Strong command of Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
  • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
  • Tanzanian citizen or permanent resident (preference for Zanzibar residents).

Additional Requirements

  • Adherence to YCI’s Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Policy.

Application Instructions

  • Submit CV and cover letter as a single PDF (max 4 pages)
  • File format: FirstName_LastName_Operations and Finance Manager, Zanzibar.pdf
  • Email: rnzali@yci.org
  • Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; early submission is encouraged.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Note: YCI values diversity and inclusion and evaluates applicants using a people-focused approach, without AI in the recruitment process.

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