Business Relationship Trainee

About this role

Hand in Hand Eastern Africa-Tanzania (HIHEA TZ) is seeking a Business Relationship Trainee to support the implementation of programme activities within assigned target areas and communities in compliance with established policies and procedures. The post-holder will be responsible for creating general awareness of the organisation's operations through promotion and outreach, selecting and recruiting potential groups and members in line with established operations policy, and mobilising, forming, and attending group meetings while ensuring groups remain cohesive and sustainable. The role involves facilitating member selection, group formation, and general group and member management, as well as preparing and submitting daily, monthly, semi-annual, and annual reports in a timely manner. Building and nurturing effective working relationships with beneficiaries, local communities, partners, service providers, and relevant government agencies is a key function of this position.

The post-holder will also represent HIHEA TZ in the designated area, participate in monitoring and evaluation activities, document case studies and lessons learned, and support the adoption of best practices. The ideal candidate will hold a Diploma or higher qualification in Community Development, Social Sciences, Agri-business, Cooperative Management, Micro Finance, Marketing, Business Management, Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field, with a minimum of one year of working experience in community practice, social development, and social enterprises. Strong conceptual and practical understanding of peri-rural development and financing is essential, along with a passion for working with marginalised rural and peri-urban communities. The position requires a positive attitude, high integrity, strong interpersonal and communication skills in both English and Kiswahili, computer literacy, and the ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision.

Candidates who are licensed and experienced motorbike riders are encouraged to apply. HIHEA TZ is an NGO registered in Tanzania since 2018 and part of the Hand in Hand Global Network. The organisation empowers marginalised communities, particularly women, through enterprise and job creation using a self-help philosophy.