Website Kafika House
Kafika House
Job Title: Deputy Chief Executive Officer (Deputy CEO)
Organisation
Kafika House
Reporting To
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Location
Arusha, Tanzania (with travel to other locations)
Expected Start Date
March 2026
Application Deadline
Wednesday, 14th January 2026
Job Overview
Kafika House is seeking a dynamic, mission-driven Deputy CEO to serve as the CEO’s principal partner and help lead the organisation into its next phase of growth and impact. The role provides overall oversight of day-to-day operations, drives implementation of strategic and annual plans, and ensures strong governance, compliance, and organisational performance.
As delegated authority in the CEO’s absence, the Deputy CEO will engage with key government and external stakeholders and work closely with the leadership team to strengthen coordination and effectiveness across the organisation. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to an individual who excels in both strategy and operations and leads with empathy, integrity, and accountability.
Leadership Progression: This position is intentionally designed as a succession pathway, with a clear plan for the successful candidate to transition into the CEO role.
Key Responsibilities
1. Organisational Leadership
- Lead implementation of the organisation’s strategic and annual work plans.
- Ensure efficient, accountable operations across all departments and teams.
- Oversee annual budgeting processes and ensure alignment with organisational priorities.
- Maintain and strengthen governance systems, policies, and internal controls.
- Support recruitment, development, and retention of senior leadership staff.
- Foster a professional, collaborative, and mission-driven organisational culture.
2. External Relations & Compliance
- Lead engagement with selected government stakeholders and ensure full regulatory compliance.
- Support management of donor, partner, and stakeholder relationships.
- Oversee preparation and submission of key reports, proposals, and organisational documentation.
- Represent Kafika House in selected external forums and stakeholder engagements.
3. Executive Partnership with the CEO
- Act as delegated authority in the CEO’s absence.
- Provide strategic analysis and recommendations to support executive decision-making.
- Track organisational priorities and ensure timely follow-through on key actions.
- Coordinate preparation for board and executive meetings.
- Prepare high-level internal and external communications.
Qualifications & Skills
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Health, or a related field.
- A Master’s degree is preferred.
Experience
- Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in senior management or executive leadership, preferably within the NGO or nonprofit sector.
- Demonstrated experience leading teams, managing complex projects, and delivering results on time and within budget.
- Strong understanding of organisational operations, governance, and strategy implementation.
Core Competencies
- Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong strategic thinking, critical analysis, and decision-making abilities.
- Proven project management skills.
- Ability to delegate effectively, manage conflict, and foster a high-accountability workplace culture.
- Experience working in multicultural environments and leading diverse teams.
- High integrity, discretion, and professionalism with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
- Highly organised, adaptable, and comfortable navigating organisational change.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and meet the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply.
Please submit:
- An application letter outlining your suitability for the role
- A current Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Copies of academic and professional certificates
Send applications to:
recruitment@kafikahouse.org
Subject line: Deputy CEO
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Kafika House
P.O. Box 937, Arusha, Tanzania
Website: www.kafikahouse.org
Email: recruitment@kafikahouse.org
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