Job Description<\/p>\n
Posted Thursday, 29 January 2026 at 17:00 | Expires Friday, 13 February 2026 at 16:59<\/p>\n
Want to make a positive difference to the future of people and our one shared home, the Earth? Working at WWF could be your opportunity of a lifetime.<\/p>\n
All around the world, people are waking up to the devastating impacts of climate change and nature loss. The situation today is worse than the darkest predictions of just ten years ago, pushing billions of people to the edge and threatening lives and livelihoods.\u00a0 At WWF, we are facing our biggest crisis \u2013 and our biggest ever opportunity \u2013 to create a better future for people and nature.\u00a0 With over 60 years of experience and an active presence in more than 100 countries, we work to achieve both on-the-ground and global policy action, from protecting and restoring species and their habitats, to transforming markets and policies toward sustainability.
\nOur people come from hugely diverse backgrounds and with a variety of expertise, ranging from conservation science and advocacy to HR and finance. We welcome applications from anyone who believes they can help us tackle this enormous global challenge and drive the urgent conservation impact needed to restore our planet.
\nWhat We Do
\nWe are an independent conservation organization, striving to sustain the natural world for the benefit of people and the ecosystem. From individuals and communities to businesses and governments, we are part of a growing global movement calling for bolder action on climate and nature, demanding that world leaders set nature on the path to recovery by 2030. WWF works to address the most dominant drivers of nature loss through system-wide changes in how food and energy are produced and consumed, and in how financial systems are structured. By implementing change in every country, we aim to drive visible and positive impacts on the ground, helping to restore nature in the most critical places around the world, from the Amazon to the Coral Triangle.
\nEngaging everyone means addressing the barriers to participation faced by some groups in society, including local communities. Conservation will only be sustainable if it is owned by, and benefits, local people. That\u2019s why Indigenous Peoples and local communities must be at the centre of action on climate and nature. WWF is committed to using its resources and global network to support these communities in creating together the most effective solutions where they live.
\nHumanity is still in time, we have a clear pathway to solve this crisis. At WWF, we call on everyone to join the global movement, change how we live, and take action now.<\/p>\n
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\nTitle: Project Finance Lead
\nLocation:\u00a0Tanzania Country Office \u2013 Dar es Salaam
\nReports to:\u00a0Head of Finance and Administration
\nSupervises:\u00a0Senior Project Finance Officers
\nGrade:<\/p>\n
Mission of the Unit
\nTo ensure efficient, transparent, and cost-effective operations that support WWF Tanzania\u2019s conservation objectives and compliance with both organizational and statutory requirements.<\/p>\n
Major Function
\nThe Project Finance Lead provides strategic and hands-on financial leadership to all WWF Tanzania donor-funded projects. The role ensures strong financial planning, project performance monitoring, donor compliance, risk management, and high\u2011quality financial reporting, while supporting technical teams in effective budget execution.
\nThe role leads a small team responsible for project finance oversight (but not accounting or grants management functions). This includes budget control, expenditure monitoring, burn rate analysis, donor reporting coordination, audit support, cash\u2011flow planning, and strengthening project staff capacity in financial management.<\/p>\n
Major Duties and Responsibilities<\/p>\n
Budgeting & Financial Planning<\/p>\n
Lead development and consolidation of project budgets, revisions, annual plans, and forecasts.
\nEnsure alignment of budgets with donor rules, WWF standards, and project workplans.
\nSupport cashflow planning, scenario analysis, and structured budget reviews with technical teams.
\nEnforce the no\u2011cash no\u2011spend and prudent cash management principles across all projects.
\nUpload approved project budgets into financial systems and maintain updated budget structures.<\/p>\n
Financial Monitoring, Analysis & Reporting<\/p>\n
Conduct monthly budget vs. actual (BVA) sessions with project teams and document actions.
\nPrepare monthly\/quarterly financial performance dashboards for management.
\nCoordinate preparation of donor financial reports (financial analysis only, not accounting).
\nGenerate portfolio-level spending trends, burn rates, and risk alerts for senior management.<\/p>\n
Donor Compliance & Risk Management<\/p>\n
Ensure adherence to requirements for USAID, EU, NORAD, SIDA, WWF Network, and other donors.
\nReview financial aspects of procurement, budget reallocations, and cost eligibility.
\nIdentify and communicate financial risks early, with recommended mitigation plans.<\/p>\n
Internal Controls, Systems Strengthening & Capacity Building<\/p>\n
Build financial management capacity of Technical Leads and field teams.
\nSupport alignment of project structures and codes within WWF financial systems.
\nStrengthening coordination between Finance, Procurement, Operations, and M&E<\/p>\n
Audit Support & Performance Assurance<\/p>\n
Coordinate statutory and project audit preparations and timely provision of documentation.
\nSupport management in drafting responses and implementing audit recommendations.
\nTrack and ensure non-recurrence of past audit issues.<\/p>\n
Team Leadership<\/p>\n
Provide leadership, coaching, and performance oversight to the Project Finance Officers
\nEnsure high-quality standards in financial analysis, reporting, and compliance work.
\nSet annual work plans and KPIs aligned to WWF objectives.<\/p>\n
Profile
\nRequired Qualifications<\/p>\n
Bachelor\u2019s degree in finance, Accounting, Commerce, or a related field.
\nCPA-T \/ ACCA preferred.
\nMinimum 5 years\u2019 experience in project financial management in an international NGO.
\nStrong understanding of multi-donor requirements
\nAdvanced financial analysis and reporting skills.
\nStrong problem\u2011solving, communication, and coaching capabilities.
\nExcellent Excel skills and proficiency with financial systems.
\nStrong communication and negotiation skills in both English and Kiswahili.<\/p>\n
Required Skills and Competencies<\/p>\n
Proven coordination, organizational, and planning abilities.
\nHigh level of integrity, accountability, and attention to detail.
\nStrong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
\nAbility to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
\nCommitment to WWF\u2019s core values:\u00a0Courage, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration.<\/p>\n
Working Relationships
\nInternal:<\/p>\n
Head of Finance & Administration
\nProject Managers and Technical Teams
\nProcurement, Operations, M&E, and Senior Finance Team
\nSenior Management Team (as needed).<\/p>\n
External:<\/p>\n
Donor representatives (on compliance and reporting matters)
\nExternal and internal auditors
\nPartners during project-level audits or financial reviews<\/p>\n
Please upload your covering letter and CV in English. Priority will be given to applications with both documents indicated.
\nDeadline for applications: 13th February 2026
\nWork permit restrictions may apply.
\nEarly application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.
\nAt WWF, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual feels valued and respected. We believe that a diverse workforce will help us to achieve our mission to stop the degradation of the Earth\u2019s natural environment and to build a future in which humans live in harmony with nature. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to providing fair and unbiased consideration for all candidates regardless of their background. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and join us in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.<\/p>\n
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