Employment Opportunities at Benjamin William Mkapa Foundation, Dar es Salaam – December 2025

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 innovate sustainable and resilient health and related system solutions for equitable
health outcomes. BMF’s Vision and Mission can be achieved through empowered workforce, which
is self-motivated, committed to growth and integrity, and the one who seeks excellence in execution.
BMF seeks for innovative, self-driven, dynamic, and competent qualified candidates to fill the
vacancies below: –

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1. Head of Business Development and Partnership Unit

(Benjamin William Mkapa Foundation – BMF)

Position

Head of Business Development and Partnership Unit

Reporting & Location

• Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

• Department: CEO’s Office

• Duty Station: BMF Headquarters – Dar es Salaam

Overall Purpose of the Role

The Head of Business Development and Partnerships will play a critical role in driving the Mkapa Foundation’s mission forward by cultivating relationships, securing resources, and ensuring the foundation’s sustainability.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

1. Strategy Development and Implementation

• Develop and implement the foundation’s business development strategy, ensuring alignment with the foundation’s mission and objectives.

• Identify growth opportunities by researching and identifying new opportunities for the foundation to expand its impact, whether through new funding sources, partnerships, or innovative programs.

2. Partnership Building and Relationship Management

• Forge strong, sustainable partnerships with key stakeholders, including government bodies, local and international NGOs, private sector companies, and community organizations.

• Establish collaborations with international donors, philanthropists, and development agencies to leverage resources and expertise.

• Engage with a diverse group of stakeholders to create value-driven collaborations, ensuring mutual benefits.

3. Fundraising and Resource Mobilization

• Lead efforts to secure funding through grants, donations, sponsorships, and other income-generating activities. This includes working with international donors, foundations, and private-sector partners.

• Oversee the development of compelling grant proposals and funding applications.

• Diversify funding streams by exploring and implementing new ways to raise funds, including partnerships with the private sector, social enterprises, or creating income-generating programs.

4. Networking and Advocacy

• Serve as the face of the organization in public forums, conferences, and meetings, promoting the foundation’s mission and vision to potential partners and donors.

• Advocate for the Foundation’s mission/work and its impact by building relationships with policymakers, influencers, and other organizations.

5. Program Development and Impact Assessment

• Work with program teams to design initiatives that address critical community needs, ensuring these programs are aligned with the foundation’s mission and objectives.

• Monitor and evaluate Partnerships, ensuring that collaborations are effectively implemented and delivering the desired outcomes.

6. Organizational Leadership and Team Management

• Lead and manage a team focused on business development, partnerships, and fundraising.

• Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure the team’s success.

• Cross-functional collaboration with other departments to ensure a coordinated approach.

7. Reporting and Compliance

• Monitor and report on partnership activities and funding use, ensuring transparency and compliance.

• Provide regular updates to the Management, Board, stakeholders, and donors on the progress of business development, partnership outcomes, and financial growth.

Skills and Qualifications

• Master’s degree in international development, Business Administration, Marketing, Communication or related field is preferred.

• At least ten (10) years demonstrated professional experience in strategic partnerships and fundraising from major government donors, multilateral agencies, corporate donors, foundations/philanthropists and/or private sector.

• Strong networking skills, particularly ability to build relationships across various sectors.

• Experience or understanding of social enterprise will be an added advantage.

• Strong leadership, team-building, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions.

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2. Senior Human Resources and Administration Officer

(Benjamin William Mkapa Foundation – BMF)

Position

Senior Human Resources and Administration Officer

Reporting & Location

• Reports to: Director of Finance and Operations

• Department: Finance and Operations

• Duty Station: BMF Headquarters – Dar es Salaam

Overall Purpose of the Role

To support and coordinate effective management of human resources (recruitment, training, performance, and employee relations) and administrative functions (logistics, office management, asset management and transport). The officer ensures smooth operations across both areas, aligning HR and administrative activities with the Mkapa Foundation overall goals.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

1. Human Resource Management

• Recruitment & Staffing: Manage the hiring process, from posting job openings to conducting interviews and onboarding new employees.

• Employee Development: Organize staff training, performance appraisals, and support career development.

• Compensation & Benefits: Administer salaries, benefits, and ensure compliance with compensation policies.

• Employee Relations: Handle staff grievances, conflicts, and ensure a positive work environment.

• HR Strategy & Compliance: Ensure the organization follows labor laws and develops and/or reviews HR strategies aligned with the BMF Vision and mission.

2. Administrative Management

• Office Management: Oversee daily office operations, including managing supplies, equipment, and workspace maintenance.

• Records & Documentation: Maintain important organizational records, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

• Asset Management: Maintaining an up-to-date asset register, overseeing tagging and tracking, and ensuring assets are properly used, monitored, and disposed of in accordance with policy.

• Transport Management: Managing vehicle scheduling, maintenance, fuel usage, and driver supervision, while ensuring full compliance with transport management guidelines.

• Logistics & Event Coordination: Organize internal meetings, conferences, and travel arrangements.

3. Overlap & Collaboration

• Support the supervisor in managing communication flow within the organization.

• Policy Development & Implementation: Create and enforce policies affecting both HR and administrative functions.

• Staff Welfare & Compliance: Ensure that both HR and administrative processes prioritize staff well-being and legal compliance.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or public administration, Master’s will be an added advantage.

• At least 5 years’ working experience in Human Resources Management and/or Administration.

• Effective communication and negotiation skills.

• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.

• Experienced in working with a Non-Government, Government or Private sector entity with multiple financiers will be an added advantage.

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3. Digital Health Manager

(Benjamin William Mkapa Foundation – BMF)

Position

Digital Health Manager

Reporting & Location

• Reports to: Director of Program and Strategic information

• Department: Programs and Strategic Information

• Duty Station: BMF Headquarters – Dar es Salaam

Overall Purpose of the Role

The Digital Health Manager provides strategic and technical leadership for BMF’s digital health initiatives, ensuring all institutional and project-level systems align with Tanzania’s national digital health agenda, eHealth strategies, and data governance requirements. He/she will strengthen and harmonize digital platforms, interoperability frameworks, and emerging technologies across BMF programs. The position drives data-driven decision-making, improves service delivery efficiency, and supports scalable, sustainable digital health solutions.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

1. Digital Transformation & Data Systems Strengthening

• Provides strategic leadership for BMF’s digital health agenda, including developing the Digital Health Roadmap and ensuring alignment with national systems.

• Overseeing the design, deployment, and maintenance of digital platforms, promoting interoperability, and building staff capacity in digital systems and data use.

2. Data Governance, Protection & Compliance

• Leads development and enforcement of data governance policies and SOPs aligned with national laws and donor standards.

• Ensures robust data security measures, including backups, firewalls, and recovery systems.

3. Capacity Building, Innovation & Partnerships

• Strengthens digital and data analytics skills through training and mentorship.

• Fosters partnerships with government, academia, tech firms, and donors to advance digital innovation and represents BMF in national and global digital health forums.

4. Monitoring, Evaluation, Research & Learning

• Integrates digital health metrics into M&E systems, develops indicators, and manages real-time dashboards.

• Enhances analytics capacity, produces evidence-based reports, and supports research and documentation of digital health impact.

5. Institutional Sustainability & Resource Mobilization

• Identifies funding opportunities, provides technical input for proposals, and supports BMF’s positioning in digital health initiatives.

• Prepares accurate cost estimates, budgets, and sustainability strategies for funding applications.

Skills and Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Health Informatics, Digital Health, Biomedical Informatics, Computer Science, Data Science, Public Health, or related field.

• Master’s degree in public health, Health Informatics, Business Administration or Digital health will be an added advantage.

• Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in digital health/eHealth, preferably in Tanzania or similar contexts.

• Experience in deploying and managing health information systems and system integration and interoperability standards is desirable.

• Understanding and/or collaborative history with key partners from Government/ regulatory bodies on ICT and data governance, Digital Start-up related entities, etc.

• Strong abilities in partnership building, advocacy, communication, planning, and project management.

BMF Application Instructions (All Positions)

• Application Process: Kindly fill in the application form via the following links

• 1. Application Form – Head of Business Development and Partnership Unit
  2. Application Form- Senior Human Resources and Administration Officer
  3. Application Form- Digital Health Manager

• Deadline: 23rd December 2025