Position: Board of Directors Recruitment
Location: Daressalaam
Deadline for Application: 15th May, 2025
Habitat for Humanity Tanzania
Habitat for Humanity Tanzania is a non-profit organization dedicated to eliminating poverty housing and homelessness in Tanzania. It is part of the global Habitat for Humanity network, which works in over 70 countries to provide safe, decent, and affordable shelter to families in need. Since its establishment in Tanzania, the organization has collaborated with local communities, governments, and other partners to support vulnerable populations, particularly low-income families, by helping them access sustainable housing solutions.
The organization not only builds houses but also promotes community development through programs that include water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), housing microfinance, disaster response, and land tenure advocacy. Habitat for Humanity Tanzania emphasizes a participatory approach, involving families in the construction process to foster a sense of ownership and empowerment. Through partnerships with microfinance institutions, it also enables families to access affordable loans to improve or build their homes, promoting long-term self-sufficiency.
Habitat for Humanity Tanzania operates with a vision of a world where everyone has a decent place to live. It continues to play a significant role in addressing the housing crisis in the country by advocating for policies that support affordable housing and by building awareness around the importance of safe shelter. Through its efforts, the organization has transformed the lives of thousands of Tanzanians, contributing to stronger, healthier, and more resilient communities.
Roles & Responsibilities of the Board
The Board of Directors is collectively responsible for the governance, strategic direction, and oversight of HFHT. Members are expected to actively contribute their skills, experience, and leadership to strengthen the organization.
General Duties of Board Members:
- Attend and actively participate in all quarterly board meetings Serve on at least one board committee.
- Contribute financially to HFHT annually.
- Support board decisions, even in cases where they may have voted against them.
- Be an ambassador for HFHT, promoting its mission and expanding its network of partners and supporters.
Specific Responsibilities of the Board Governance & Compliance
- Ensure HFHT operates in compliance with legal, regulatory, and financial reporting requirements.
- Uphold the core governance principles outlined in HFHT’s Constitution and policies.
- Provide oversight on risk management and financial accountability.
Strategic Oversight & Organizational Performance
Provide strategic direction for the organization’s vision and mission.
Monitor and evaluate HFHT’s impact, programs, and operations.
Ensure the board reviews and approves the annual business plan, budgets, and strategic priorities.
Executive Leadership & Board-Staff Partnership
- Work in partnership with the National Director and senior leadership to achieve organizational goals.
- Effectively implement board resolutions and decisions.
- Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to HFHT’s leadership team.
- Remote work opportunities
Fundraising & Resource Mobilization
- Support fundraising efforts and donor engagement to ensure financial sustainability.
- Leverage personal and professional networks to attract potential funders, partners, and investors.
Advocacy & External Engagement
- Represent HFHT’s mission and interests at national and international levels.
- Build strategic partnerships with government, NGOs, private sector, and community organizations.
- Advocate for affordable housing policies and community development initiatives.
Board Development & Effectiveness
- Ensure HFHT’s Board remains effective by recruiting highly skilled and diverse board members.
- Participate in periodic board training and performance evaluations.
- Sign a Board Member Commitment Agreement, demonstrating their dedication to HFHT’s mission and governance standards.
Qualifications & Key Competencies
HFHT is seeking highly accomplished professionals with expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Fundraising & Resource Mobilization
- Strategic Partnership Engagement & Development
- Finance, Accounting & Risk Management
- Housing Finance & Affordable Housing Programs
Additional Board Member Requirements
- Extensive executive leadership experience in business, government, or the NGO sector.
- Highly respected and regarded as an expert in development, housing, or nonprofit management.
- A strong commitment to HFHT’s mission and the ability to advocate for its beneficiaries.
- Ability to strengthen the organization through professional expertise and strategic guidance.
- Availability to attend board meetings and actively contribute to decision-making.
- Ability to bring diversity to the Board in terms of age, gender, expertise, and cultural background.
- Passionate about social change, affordable housing, and community development.
- Strong strategic thinking skills, able to see the bigger picture and long-term vision of HFHT.
- Experienced in people management, teamwork, and leadership development.
- Well-versed in NGO governance and nonprofit sector regulations.
- Remuneration & Commitment
- Board members must attend all board meetings, read board papers in advance, and actively participate in discussions.
- Board membership is voluntary, but members will receive a reasonable travel allowance for attending meetings, as determined by HFHT.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their application consisting of a cover letter in the SUBJECT email, CV in English, copies of Academic Certificates, and transcripts to this email info@hfhtanzania.or.tz
We look forward to welcoming passionate, strategic, and committed individuals to join us in transforming communities through affordable housing solutions.
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