Community Service Officer

Want to work for one of the largest charities of its kind in Africa? Want to work for one of the largest charities of its kind in Africa? Are you passionate about guiding students and high school graduates to make a positive impact in their communities? Does it sound like we’re talking about you… Keep reading!

About Us

The School of St Jude is a pioneering leader in charitable education within Africa. Every year we give 1,800 students with free, quality education, 100’s of graduates with access to higher education and provide more than 20,000 government school students with quality teachers. St Jude’s is funded by generous supporters from around the world who make our mission of giving bright, poor Tanzanian students a free, quality education possible.

Who are you

• You are an organized and detail-oriented person with a passion for community service and education.
• You have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and can translate documents from English to Swahili and vice-versa effectively.
• You are proactive and able to initiate contact and liaise with various stakeholders, including volunteers, students, and government officials.
• You are a natural mentor who enjoys speaking to youth between the age of 18-22 years.
• You go to sleep at night dreaming about making a difference in the lives of students and high school graduates.

What you’ll do

• Prepare and update documents to advise Form 4, 5, and 6 students on Beyond St Jude’s Community Service programs. Please visit our website here to learn more about our work.
• Translate documents for Form 6 and Form 4 parents, government schools, and other local stakeholders.
• Initiate contact with accepted volunteers and coordinate with Form 4, 5, and 6 Coordinators regarding program developments.
• Record and store data related to Community Service applications, placements, visits, and reviews.
• Mentor and guide Community Service volunteers, ensuring they have a positive and impactful experience.

What we’re looking for

• A Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Sciences, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in an educational or non-profit organization.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in both English and Swahili, with excellent translation skills.
• A collaborative work ethic and the ability to work well within a team.

Why us

• The opportunity to use your talents and expertise to fight poverty through education and make a positive impact in Tanzania
• A flexible and supportive community of international and local employees
• Ample opportunities for career progression and development
• Mid-morning tea and lunch (during working days)