Project Coordinator – Tanzania
Global Water Partnership Southern AfricaMtwara Region, Tanzania
Posted March 30, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Global Water Partnership Southern Africa and Africa Coordination Unit (GWPSA‑ACU) is a regional arm of the Global Water Partnership that works to secure water resources across Southern Africa and the broader continent. It partners with national governments, NGOs, and private stakeholders to strengthen water governance, promote climate‑resilient infrastructure, and enhance water‑related job creation. By aligning its initiatives with the Sustainable Development Goals, the unit supports industrialization and equitable development while ensuring sustainable water use. GWPSA‑ACU’s distinctive strength lies in its integrated, multi‑sector approach that combines technical expertise, policy advocacy, and collaborative partnerships to achieve measurable improvements in water security.
Job Description
The Global Water Partnership (GWP) seeks to hire a Project Coordinator for a project titled 'Strengthening integrated transboundary source-to-sea management of the Ruvuma River Basin and its coastal zones to ensure ecosystem health and livelihood security'. The project aims to safeguard ecosystem integrity while strengthening climate resilience and supporting inclusive, sustainable livelihoods across the riparian states of the Republic of Malawi, the Republic of Mozambique, and the United Republic of Tanzania.
Requirements
- Advanced university degree in environmental management, environmental sciences, natural resources management, Integrated Water Resources Management, or related field.
- At least 10 years’ experience working on river basin management, environmental management, or water resources management issues
- Demonstrated understanding of sustainable development, including financial and institutional sustainability
Benefits
- Tax-free salary
- Health insurance
- Other benefits as per the GWP policies
