Program Area Manager – Bariadi, Simiyu

Organization: Trees for the Future (TREES)

Location: Bariadi, Simiyu – Tanzania

Reporting To: Senior Manager Field Programs

Salary Range: TZS 3,856,266.91 – 4,978,505 per month

Application Deadline: November 19th, 2026

About Trees for the Future (TREES)

Founded in 1989, Trees for the Future (TREES) is a nonprofit organization that partners with farmers in Africa to transform their degraded land into thriving businesses. Using regenerative farming practices, farmers plant diverse crops that restore soil, increase food variety, capture carbon, increase biodiversity, and generate income for their families. TREES has restored more than 100,000 acres of land and improved access to food and income for more than 475,000 people so far.

TREES began operations in Tanzania in 2015 and spans five key regions in mainland Tanzania: Mwanza, Simiyu, Singida, Tabora, and Iringa. To date, TREES has collaborated with government and farming communities across 11 District Councils to support sustainable agricultural and environmental practices.

Role Purpose

The Program Area Manager (PAM) is responsible and accountable for the effective leadership of TREES’ Program Area (PA) through day-to-day programmatic and operational leadership across the region. The PAM provides strategic leadership in implementing PA Long-Term Plans in accordance with TREES’ Strategic Plan while ensuring operational functionality, supervising field staff, managing budgets, and fostering strong relations with regional and local government authorities.

Key Responsibilities

Staff Management & Development

• Set medium- to long-term goals and objectives for subordinates and actively monitor progress.
• Partner with People & Culture (P&C) on recruitment, orientation, performance management, and ongoing development of PA staff.
• Build, mentor, and maintain a high-performing team in a multi-cultural setting.
• Oversee workforce planning, handle conflict resolution, and cultivate a positive work environment aligned with organizational values.

Strategic Leadership & Program Management

• Operationalize the strategy through annual and quarterly plans (including budget planning) for the PA.
• Conduct quarterly participatory reviews of plans and budgets, and submit quarterly reports.
• Closely monitor project staff to ensure timely activity delivery and efficient budget utilization.
• Lead PA-level Project Internal Review (PIR) meetings, adjusting work plans and realigning budgets as needed.
• Oversee the implementation of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) systems and ensure PMEL data is uploaded regularly.
• Ensure quality and timely reporting of mandatory and ad-hoc project reports.

Strategic Partnership Management

• Establish and manage strategic partnerships with regional and district stakeholders in agriculture and environment.
• Maintain strong working relationships with government counterparts and local development organizations.
• Represent TREES in regional and district stakeholder meetings, forums, and local government authority discussions.

Program Sustainability & Innovation

• Oversee the development and execution of realistic interventions addressing community needs.
• Develop contingency plans with key stakeholders to ensure long-term program sustainability.
• Drive change management initiatives, identify innovative ideas, and leverage external partner networks.

Financial & Budget Management

• Manage PA expenditure within approved annual budgets to ensure cost control and compliance with financial policies.
• Prepare accurate monthly budget requests aligned with approved annual allocations.
• Manage fund flow, procurement plans, and cash forecasts efficiently while ensuring adherence to internal control systems.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Post-graduate degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Agriculture, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • 5–10 years of experience in agricultural development at mid-to-senior management/leadership levels.
  • Experience in Agroforestry is an added advantage.
  • Experience managing staff, including training, coaching, and mentoring.
  • Skills and knowledge in managing carbon credit projects.
• Technical Knowledge: Solid understanding of policies and strategies relating to agroforestry, sustainable food systems, and climate change.
• Management & Analytical Skills: Proven expertise in operational/programming processes, results-based management tools, financial reporting, and risk management.
• Key Competencies: Excellent report writing, oral presentation, persuasion, problem-solving, and cross-cultural communication skills.
• Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Tanzania.

Work Environment & Benefits

• Multicultural, collaborative, and value-driven work environment.
• Competitive salary (TZS 3,856,266.91 – 4,978,505 per month).
• Comprehensive medical insurance and workers’ compensation.
• Substantial paid time off, including annual and sick leave.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should prepare:

• A Cover Letter explaining why TREES’ mission excites you and why you are a fit for this role.
• An updated Resume/CV.

Note: Both documents must be submitted in PDF format.

Application Deadline: November 19th, 2026

Application Link: Apply via TREES Careers Portal