Background
Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. With over 80 years of experience, Plan works in more than 75 countries across the world. We strive for a just world, working together with children, young people, our supporters, and partners.
Plan International has been working in Tanzania since 1991. Our work supports marginalized children and youth, especially adolescent girls, to grow up physically and mentally healthy and ready to shape their future. We create an enabling environment and empower girls to be active drivers of change in realizing their rights. We prioritize working with partners and ensuring all our work is evidence-based.
Role Purpose
The Head of SOYEE (Skills and Opportunities for Youth Employment and Entrepreneurship) position is responsible for providing technical support in SOYEE programming in Plan International Tanzania. The role involves designing sustainable and integrated SOYEE strategies in programming and providing continuous technical support in the project management cycle of SOYEE programs.
The position also entails designing grant proposals, creating and building strategic partnerships, and national-level networking and advocacy. This position collaborates with the Business Development Team in fundraising efforts, particularly in the proposal development stage of SOYEE programming.
Technical Expertise, Skills, And Knowledge
Qualifications and Experience:
- Master’s degree in social sciences, economics, development studies, or related fields.
- 8–10 years of relevant experience in grants project management.
- Superior knowledge of SOYEE thematic areas such as financial inclusion, entrepreneurship, and skills development.
- Proven experience in project design, implementation, and stakeholder engagement.
Skills:
- Strong analytical and drafting skills for proposals and concept notes.
- Experience in managing teams, conflict resolution, and motivating staff.
- Familiarity with rights-based approaches and gender norms.