Employer: Plan International Tanzania
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Job Type: Full-time
Closing Date: 8th September, 2025
The Organisation
Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.
For over 85 years, we have worked in 80+ countries, tackling poverty, violence, exclusion, and discrimination, with a special focus on ensuring girls can learn, lead, decide, and thrive.
We believe in the power and potential of every child and won’t stop until all are equal.
Role Purpose
The Country IT Specialist is responsible for leading the strategic direction and delivery of ICT services across Plan International Tanzania.
Reporting to the Head of Finance & IT and working closely with the Regional ICT Director, this role ensures innovative and effective ICT systems that support over 150 users across the Country Office and Programme Units.
The Specialist will drive digital transformation, information security, ICT4D solutions, and business continuity, positioning ICT as an enabler of programme delivery and organisational efficiency.
Dimensions of the Role
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Lead the ICT infrastructure and services, including desktops, laptops, tablets, servers, networks, printers, routers, and corporate applications (ERP, HRIS, etc.).
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Manage information security, risk management, and business continuity.
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Act as Data Protection Officer (DPO) and Data Privacy Point Person, ensuring compliance with data privacy policies.
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Provide strategic input into budget planning (annual ICT budget ~€150K).
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Ensure effective support, troubleshooting, and escalation of internet/network issues with ISPs.
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Drive digital transformation initiatives to improve efficiency and effectiveness in line with Plan International’s global ICT strategy.
Key Details
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Reports to: Head of Finance & IT
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Position Level: 14
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Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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Closing Date: 8th September, 2025
Equality, Diversity & Safeguarding
At Plan International, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of our culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender, disability, ethnicity, religion, or orientation.
We are committed to safeguarding children and young people. All employment is subject to strict pre-employment checks, including participation in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.
Note: Plan International will never request payment at any stage of recruitment.
Application Process
Interested candidates should apply online via Plan International’s careers portal:
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