The organization is seeking a dedicated and experienced Manager (management assistant) to take on the responsibility of leading a children's center and school in Tanzania. The position requires not only effective management of daily operations but also the ability to create a supportive and conducive environment for the children and students. The ideal candidate should have a passion for education and welfare.

Roles and Responsibilities

Children's Center Management:

• Supervise daily activities at the children´s center.
• Ensure a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for the children.
• Organize activities and programs to promote the social and emotional development of the children.
• Identify deficiencies and plan, implement, and evaluate workflows.
• Support the Child Safeguarding Team in policy implementation and conduct regular monitoring.
• Conduct regular team meetings.

Personnel Management:

• Select, train, and lead orphanage and school staff.
• Foster a positive team culture and ensure effective collaboration.
• Performance management of the team and team members.
• Support and supervise international volunteers.

Financial Management:

• Assist in budget planning and monitoring for the orphanage and school.
• Accounting responsibilities.
• Monthly Reporting to the funding organization.

Communication and Partnerships:

• Maintain good relationships with local communities, government authorities, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Communicate with the funding organization in Germany.
• Participate in regular online update meetings with the German funding organization in English.

• Completed degree or training in Social Work, Education, Business Administration, or related fields.
• Experience in managing orphanages and schools or leading other organizations or businesses.
• Initiative, a high level of responsibility, independent and structured work approach.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Resilience, assertiveness, flexibility, and a willingness to learn.
• Prioritization skills amid competing demands.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to create a supportive community for children.
• Knowledge of educational management and pedagogical experience.
• Financial management skills.
• Proficient in English and Kiswahili communication.
• Hands-on mentality.