Project Manager Job at Cuso International

Project Manager Job Vacancy at Cuso International – April 2025

Project Manager at Cuso International
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Reports to: Regional Program Manager
Position type: Fixed-term, Full-time
Project: Renewed Women’s Voice and Leadership in Tanzania (RWVL)
Funding Partner: Global Affairs Canada (GAC)
Language requirements: Fluent in English and Swahili
Eligibility: Must be legally able to work in Tanzania

About Cuso International

Cuso International is an international cooperation and development organization that works to create economic and social opportunities for marginalized groups. Together with our partners, we focus on advancing gender equality and social inclusion, improving economic resilience, and driving progress on climate action. By sharing skills, we believe we can build better futures.

Cuso International presently supports programs in Africa, Canada, Latin America, and the Caribbean (LAC). Find out more at www.cusointernational.org

Context

The Women’s Voice and Leadership (WVL) Program was initiated in 2017 as a key component of Canada’s Feminist International Assistance Policy (FIAP). It aims to support local women’s rights organizations (WROs), vulnerable population groups, and feminist networks working toward gender equality and the rights of women and girls. The Renewed WVL Program continues to address the global funding gap for women’s organizations, particularly those operating in crisis-affected regions and facing intersecting forms of discrimination.

In Tanzania, the project seeks to support Women’s Rights Organizations (WROs), Young Feminist Organizations (YFOs), and vulnerable group organizations to promote the enjoyment of human rights by women and girls in all their diversity and the advancement of gender equality. The program includes collaboration with local and regional partners, with financial and technical support from Global Affairs Canada (GAC).

About the Role

The Project Manager will be responsible for the overall management, coordination, and execution of the Renewed Women’s Voice and Leadership in Tanzania project, ensuring its successful implementation in compliance with Cuso International policies, Global Affairs Canada (GAC) requirements, and local laws. This role will work closely with strategic implementing partners (WFT-Tanzania, Msichana Initiative Organization, and Tanzania Health Forum Initiatives (THFI), local stakeholders, and government agencies to advance gender equality and women’s rights in Tanzania.

Key Responsibilities and Deliverables

Project Management & Implementation:

Lead the planning and implementation of project activities in alignment with GAC guidelines and Cuso International policies.
Develop and oversee the Project Implementation Plan (PIP), ensuring integration of gender equality, environmental sustainability, and human rights approaches.
Ensure the timely execution of project deliverables, tracking progress and reporting outcomes to Cuso International and GAC.
Develop and implement a communication strategy for transparent information sharing among stakeholders.

Financial & Budget Management:

Manage the project budget and ensure efficient allocation of resources according to SIP work plans and donor guidelines.
Support financial tracking and budget forecasting, ensuring compliance with donor funding agreements.

Stakeholder & Partnership Coordination:

Lead engagement with strategic implementing partners, ensuring effective coordination among WFT-Tanzania, Msichana Initiative, and Tanzania Health Forum Initiatives (THFI).
Coordinate with government stakeholders to align project activities with national gender equality policies.
Maintain relationships with local women’s rights organizations (WROs), Young Feminist Organizations (YFOs), and vulnerable populations.

Reporting, Compliance, and Monitoring:

Ensure timely and high-quality donor reporting, including financial and narrative reports.
Oversee Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) activities.
Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies.

Gender Equality & Human Rights Integration:

Ensure all project activities integrate Gender-Based Analysis Plus (GBA+), feminist principles, and human rights-based approaches.
Provide technical assistance to partners on gender equality, feminist leadership, and intersectional approaches.

Team Leadership & Capacity Building:

Provide leadership, supervision, and mentorship to the local project team.
Facilitate training and capacity-building sessions for project staff and partners.

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

Master’s degree in international development, Gender Studies, Social Sciences, Project Management, or a related field.

Experience:

Minimum of 7 years of experience in managing international development projects, particularly in gender equality and women’s rights.
Experience in managing donor-funded projects, particularly Global Affairs Canada (GAC) projects.
Strong knowledge of financial management, compliance, and donor reporting requirements.

Abilities, Skills, and Competencies:

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership abilities.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to negotiate, resolve conflicts, and build positive relationships.
Proven commitment to promoting gender equality, women’s rights, and empowerment.
Fluency in English and Swahili.

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package.
Professional development and training opportunities.

How to Apply:

Cuso International is committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We actively celebrate diversity, advance our equitable practices, and drive greater inclusion. Please click the “Apply for This Job” button to submit your application no later than April 06, 2025, at 11:59 PM (EST). Expressions of interest should be sent in English.

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