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Programme Coordinator – NAD Zanzibar, Tanzania.

Norwegian Association of Disabled (NAD - Zanzibar)

NAD Zanzibar is seeking a qualified and experienced Programme Coordinator to strengthen programme delivery, partner collaboration and the long-term sustainability of its work in Tanzania. Reporting to the Country Director, the successful candidate will coordinate the CADiR programme, promote disability inclusion and support effective partnerships among development stakeholders.


Key Responsibilities


  • Coordinate programme implementation and collaboration among partners to achieve agreed outcomes.
  • Strengthen partner accountability, programme governance and collective decision-making.
  • Lead monitoring, evaluation, learning, reporting and risk-management processes.
  • Build relationships with organisations of persons with disabilities, government institutions, civil society and development partners.
  • Identify funding opportunities, strategic partnerships and programme concepts to support organisational sustainability.
  • Promote disability rights and inclusion in institutional policies and development processes.


Qualifications and Experience


Applicants must have a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Human Rights Law, Project Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, or a related field.

Candidates should have at least six years of progressively responsible experience in the development sector, including programme management, partner coordination and donor-funded programmes. Experience in results-based monitoring, evaluation, learning, reporting and risk management is required, alongside a strong understanding of Tanzania's disability rights and inclusion context.

Applicants must demonstrate excellent communication, facilitation and analytical skills, fluency in Kiswahili and English, and a commitment to integrity, accountability and inclusion.


Position Details

The position is based in Zanzibar and reports to the Country Director. The successful candidate will be required to travel to Mainland Tanzania, primarily Dar es Salaam and Dodoma, at least once a month, and to Pemba as required.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should email the following documents to nadzanzibar@nhf.no:


  • A cover letter outlining relevant experience and suitability for the role (maximum one page).
  • A CV (maximum three pages).
  • Contact details for three referees.


Email subject: Programme Coordinator

Applications with a different subject line will not be considered. Applicants requiring reasonable adjustments during recruitment or in the workplace may contact the organisation using the email above.

Qualified applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Application Deadline: 12 November 2026, close of business.