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MACCO IS HIRING FOR MANAGING DIRECTOR

MACCO is currently hiring for a Managing Director for Tanzanians with knowledge and experience to this role

Role

• Establishing and guiding the company's direction so it matches its overarching goals for the future while also addressing immediate targets.
• Supervising comprehensive organizational activities, guaranteeing optimal performance in terms of efficacy, financial success, growth potential, influence, and operational effectiveness throughout every division.
• Ensuring seamless daily functioning and efficient collaboration between top executives in charge of departments and those overseeing environmental initiatives and local communities is crucial.
• Overseeing the organization's finance department involves managing finances effectively through optimizing resources, controlling costs, preparing budgets, making forecasts, and generating reports.
• Developing connections with important individuals such as funders, collaborators, governmental bodies, and neighborhood groups.
• Establishing measurable goals and guaranteeing their fulfillment by appropriately assigning tasks and closely monitoring progress.
• Guiding an elite group of leaders towards achieving superior performance in operations.
• Guaranteeing adherence to all applicable regulations and organizational standards within Tanzania's jurisdiction.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute operational strategies to achieve MACCO’s objectives.
• Work jointly with the CEO, Board of Directors, and Advisory Board to review and approve budgets and resource use.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement that aligns organizational values and mission with day-to-day operations.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with legal, organizational, and ethical standards across all operations.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and development of senior management to ensure succession planning and long-term staff retention.
• Make critical decisions on resource allocation, strategic planning, and operational improvements in close collaboration with the Board of Directors and Advisory Board.
• Review and manage contracts, partnerships, and grant awards, in collaboration with the CEO and Board of Directors, and the Advisory Board.
• Provide leadership and guidance in addressing organizational challenges, making key decisions in collaboration with the CEO, the Board of Directors, and the Advisory Board.
• Provide daily oversight of administration and financial operations.
• Supervise effective monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of project outcomes to ensure transparency and accountability.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• A master’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in senior leadership roles, ideally in the international development sector in a similar capacity.
• Experience in managing medium-scale projects with a focus on conservation and community development, preferably in Tanzania or East Africa.
• Deep knowledge of organization operations and financial management.
• Proven experience in strategic planning, business development, and organisational management.
• Exceptional leadership, decision-making, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills with the ability to handle complex challenges and responsibilities.
• Proven ability to manage budgets efficiently.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage a diverse team and work with stakeholders at all levels.
• Supportive and performance-oriented, with people skills and commitment to an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and respect for everyone with equality and opportunity for all.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements and governance practices in Tanzania.
• A track record of successful organizational growth and accountability.

Additional Desirable Skills and Experience

• Experience in conservation, development programs and research
• Deep understanding of Tanzanian NGOs governance and regulatory compliance frameworks.
• Experience in international development or managing global operations.
• Expertise in crisis and change management and organisational development.
• Strong professional network.
• Ability to prioritise and take tough decisions.
• Certification in leadership development or executive management training programs.
• Fluent knowledge of oral and written English.
• Basic knowledge of Swahili.
• Familiarity with MEL systems and results-based management approaches.
• Experience managing multi-one\or, multi-stakeholder initiatives.

How to apply

If you are interested in this job opportunity you are invited to submit a cover letter mentioning salary expectations and availability, CV, and names and contacts of 2-3 referees to the following email address: recruitment@macco.or.tz

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