Project Assistant (4 vacancies)

Kyerwa, TZ April 21, 2026 Full Time

Job Title: Project Assistant (4 vacancies)
Department/Group: Implementation
Reporting To: Project Officer
Years of Experience 2+ Years
Location: Tanzania - Kyerwa
Travel Required: 80%
Languages: Kiswahili

About Raising The Village

Raising The Village’s mission is to build and strengthen pathways out of ultra-poverty through an approach guided by data, designed with communities, and scaled by partnerships. We work with last-mile communities to implement solutions that raise incomes, sustain impact, and chart sustainable pathways to possibility within 24 months. To date, we have supported more than two million people in Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, with support from our partners and our team in North America. Find out more about our programs and impact at www.raisingthevillage.org.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

Ensure government officials’ and field-based champions/monitors’ work plans align with approved project designs and are implemented accordingly.
Support ongoing management of work plans across assigned clusters.
Escalate issues requiring additional guidance or support to the Project Officer.
Conduct a minimum of four (4) field visits per week to oversee, verify, and support implementation activities.
Support the Project Officer with workload management and co-implementation of assigned initiatives.

Government-Led Implementation Oversight

Support ward and village officials to execute RTV-aligned training, coaching, and follow-up activities in line with agreed Terms of Reference.
Verify that government-led frontline delivery adheres to RTV technical standards and protocols.
Serve as the first point of escalation for execution challenges in government-led clusters.
Support operationalization of MoUs and role clarity at district and ward levels.

Reporting and Coordination

Review field reports, work plans, and action plans for quality, completeness, and timeliness.
Identify implementation risks and propose practical mitigation measures.
Contribute accurate and timely inputs to weekly, monthly, and donor reports.
Document lessons learned and participate in learning reviews, after-action reviews, and reflection sessions.

Supervision, Coaching & Team Leadership

Conduct weekly cluster review meetings and provide structured feedback and coaching.
Provide day-to-day guidance to Government officials and government extension workers.
Facilitate refresher training on RTV methodologies and implementation standards.
Provide mentorship and coaching to field-based champions / Monitors, district technical teams, and colleagues as required.

Administration and Compliance

Support the Project Officer with project-specific administrative tasks as required.
Ensure compliance with RTV policies, safeguarding standards, and code of conduct.
Support information sharing for donor reporting and internal coordination.
Any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Note: Additional duties may be assigned by the direct supervisor or management.

Required Qualifications
Technical and Administrative Skills

Strong verbal and written English and Kiswahili; knowledge of local dialects (Kinyambo and Kihaya) is an advantage
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills under pressure
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
Strong organizational, facilitation, and leadership skills with attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tasks in dynamic environments
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in teams
High integrity, reliability, and strong work ethic
Positive attitude in fast-paced and challenging field settings
Physically able to work in rural and high-terrain environments
Willingness to travel up to 80% of the time
Ability to ride a motorbike in remote settings.

Education and Experience

University Degree in Community Development, Project Management, Project Planning, Development, Development Studies, Social Work, and Social Administration, or related fields
A minimum of three (2) years of work experience in community development programs, project management, facilitation, and leadership, or related field
Proven experience working at the village or community level

Raising The Village is committed to Equity and Inclusion in the workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.