The Benjamin William Mkapa Foundation (BMF) is a non- profit Trust, established in 2006 with the vision towards healthy lives and well-being for all in Tanzania and the rest of Africa. Its strategic mission is to contribute towards the attainment of better health outcomes through innovative health and related system solutions. BMF’s Vision and Mission can be achieved through an empowered workforce, which is self-motivated, committed to growth and integrity, the one who seeks excellence in execution and who are innovative and dynamic. BMF seeks for innovative, self-driven, dynamic, and competent qualified candidates to fill the below vacancy.
Position: Director of Programs and Strategic Information
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Supervises: 6 staff
Duty Station: Head Office – Dar es Salaam
Deadline / Application: Apply via provided online application form link
Role Purpose
Provide strategic leadership in program design, implementation, monitoring & evaluation, learning, and knowledge management. Ensure alignment with BMF’s Strategic Business Plan (2024–2030), strengthen partnerships, drive innovation (digital health, gender, climate-smart interventions), and support business development/resource mobilization.Key Responsibilities
- Lead strategic planning, alignment, and performance monitoring.
- Oversee program design, budgeting, implementation & risk management.
- Strengthen M&E, data systems, and research partnerships.
- Drive institutional knowledge management and learning culture.
- Support resource mobilization and donor engagement.
- Promote integration of ICT/digital health in programming.
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance management to the team
Qualifications
- Master’s in Public Health, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or related field.
- 10+ years’ relevant experience (5–7 in senior leadership).
- Strong background in program/project management, M&E, and strategic planning.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Proven record in partnership building and business development.
Mode of Application
Fill in the application form via the official link shared in the vacancy notice.Apply here