The Benjamin William Mkapa Foundation (BMF), in collaboration with the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF), has announced a new employment opportunity for the position of Regional Programme Officer in 2026. This opportunity is suitable for qualified health and development professionals who are interested in supporting HIV/TB, maternal and child health, and community health service programmes in Tanzania.
The Regional Programme Officer will support programme implementation, coordination, monitoring, verification, data quality assurance, and reporting of Health Workforce (HRH) and Community Health Services (CHS) interventions. The role provides an opportunity to contribute to strengthening health systems while working with government authorities, health facilities, communities, and development partners.
Why Work at Benjamin William Mkapa Foundation?
The Benjamin William Mkapa Foundation provides professionals with an opportunity to contribute to impactful health programmes while developing their skills in programme management, monitoring, and health systems strengthening. Employees and programme staff benefit from:
- Opportunity to support national health and community development initiatives
- Exposure to health workforce and community health programmes
- Experience working with government institutions and development partners
- Professional growth through programme coordination and field implementation
- Opportunity to contribute to improved healthcare services for communities
Benjamin William Mkapa Foundation Regional Programme Officer Vacancy 2026 Overview
For 2026, the Benjamin William Mkapa Foundation is seeking a qualified and experienced professional to support the implementation of health workforce and community health interventions under a programme funded by the U.S. Department of State.
Job Title: Regional Programme Officer
Organization: Benjamin William Mkapa Foundation (BMF)
Department: Directorate of Programs and Strategic Information
Duty Stations: Dodoma, Singida, Arusha, Kilimanjaro, Manyara, Tabora, or Kagera
Contract Period: Twelve (12) months, with possibility of extension subject to grant renewal
Contract Type: Full-time
Deadline: 09 October 2026
The successful candidate will work closely with EGPAF Zonal Office teams, Regional Authorities, Local Government Authorities (LGAs), health facilities, community health workers, and other stakeholders to support programme delivery.
Key Responsibilities
The Regional Programme Officer will be responsible for:
- Supporting planning, coordination, and implementation of HRH and community health interventions
- Working with programme teams to monitor implementation activities
- Coordinating with government authorities, LGAs, health facilities, and community structures
- Tracking programme targets, budgets, milestones, and timelines
- Supporting training, meetings, supervision, and programme review activities
- Identifying implementation challenges and supporting corrective actions
- Conducting field monitoring and verification of supported health workers and community health workers
- Supporting verification of payroll, allowances, and related payment information
- Maintaining accurate programme data and monitoring systems
- Conducting data quality checks and ensuring timely reporting
- Preparing monthly and quarterly programme implementation reports
- Supporting stakeholder engagement and follow-up of agreed actions
- Documenting lessons learned, best practices, and programme improvements
Required Qualifications and Experience
Applicants should have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Services Management, Nursing, Medicine, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Monitoring and Evaluation, or a related field
- At least five (5) years of experience in health workforce, community health, programme implementation, monitoring, or health systems strengthening
- Experience working with Regional Secretariats, LGAs, health facilities, or community structures is an added advantage
- Good understanding of programme monitoring, data collection, verification, reporting, and data quality management
- Ability to analyse programme data and develop practical recommendations
- Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office and relevant data management systems
- Strong communication, coordination, interpersonal, and report-writing skills
- Willingness and ability to undertake frequent field travel
How to Apply
Interested candidates should complete the Regional Programme Officer application form and attach all required documents as indicated in the application form.
Applications should be submitted through the provided application form link before the closing date. Application Form – Regional Program Officer
Application Deadline: 09 October 2026
Candidates are encouraged to ensure that all required information and supporting documents are provided before submitting their applications.
Tips to Boost Your Application
To improve your chances of success:
- Tailor your CV and application information to match the Regional Programme Officer role
- Highlight experience in health programmes, community health, HRH, monitoring, and reporting
- Clearly demonstrate experience working with government and community stakeholders
- Include examples of programme coordination and field implementation achievements
- Highlight data management, reporting, and analytical skills
- Ensure all required documents are attached before submission
- Submit your application before the deadline
The Benjamin William Mkapa Foundation Regional Programme Officer opportunity offers qualified health and development professionals a chance to contribute to important HIV/TB, maternal and child health, and community health initiatives in Tanzania. This role provides valuable experience in programme coordination, monitoring, stakeholder engagement, and health systems strengthening while supporting improved healthcare outcomes for communities.
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