Intern vacancy at SOS Children’s Villages Tanzania for Arusha and Pwani May 2026

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Job Description

SOS Children’s Villages Tanzania is a local non-government organization affiliated to SOS Children’s Villages International, a worldwide childcare and protection organization that provides orphaned and destitute children with a permanent home and educational opportunities. Established 60 years ago, SOS Children’s Villages International, the umbrella organization, currently has Children’s Villages and other projects in 135 countries around the world. Globally, it runs the SOS Children’s Village Programme which has two main programs, i.e. Family Like Care and Family Strengthening Programmes supporting families in local communities. SOS Children’s Villages has been working in the United Republic of Tanzania since 1991. Our programs are in Zanzibar, Arusha, Dar es Salaam, Mwanza, Dodoma and Iringa.

Job Industry

Social Assistance

Job Salary Currency

TZS

Job Salary Fixed

No

Key Deliverables

  • Ensure timely implementation of project activities and adherence to budget and reporting guidelines.
  • Provide technical guidance and input under the supervision of the CISS Project Officer.
  • Compile project information regularly for reports, communication materials, and monitoring processes.
  • Maintain strong relationships with Districts Local Governments, Civil Society, and Private Sector Organizations, fostering collaboration and organizing meetings.
  • Supervise street children activities and support LGAs and partners for successful rescues and reunifications.
  • Identify, train, supervise, and mentor dropping centers/social workers for project implementation.
  • Organize and support workshops, seminars, training activities, and coordination meetings for project partners.
  • Contribute to cross-district, national, and related project assignments, facilitating strategic communication and knowledge sharing.
  • Provide monthly project updates to the Project Manager, ensuring effective presentation of project experiences and lessons learned.
  • Prepare detailed budget and activity plans, and technical and financial reports in accordance with project agreements.
  • Facilitate project monitoring and evaluation processes, contributing to national and sub-national discussions on project-related matters.
  • Support implementation of related projects to strengthen synergies and linkages across different levels of implementation.

Professional Qualifications

Industry Qualification
Social Assistance Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Sociology, Community Development, or related field. 1 year experience in related field, experience working with Children and Youth, and experience in dealing with street connected children is an added advantage. Strong organizational and facilitation skills. Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment. Fluency in Swahili; English proficiency is required. Computer literacy and technical report writing skills. Ability to work both independently and in a team. Willingness to work and visit the mapped area for street children settlement. Ability to work with minimum supervision and function in a multidisciplinary environment. Sensitivity to local conditions, ethics, norms, and sensitivity to gender and children’s issues.

Application Process

Close Date

04/06/2026