Regional Technical Officer, Community Engagement

About this role

FHI 360 is recruiting a Regional Technical Officer, Community Engagement for its tuberculosis programme in Lindi, Tanzania. The position provides technical and programmatic oversight for community and facility based TB prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment, linkage and continuity of care for adults, children and adolescents, working with civil society organisations, community health workers, and regional and district TB and leprosy coordinators. Day to day, the officer supports evidence based strategies for TB case finding, contact tracing, diagnosis and treatment continuity. They adapt and disseminate technical tools, materials and standard operating procedures, and collaborate with Regional and District Tuberculosis and Leprosy Coordinators, CSOs and local government officials to align implementation with national guidelines.

The officer assesses capacity gaps among community health workers and CSOs, delivers mentorship and supportive supervision, and works with partners to review performance data and strengthen referral of people with presumptive TB to diagnostic and treatment services. They also track project indicators, analyse treatment continuation data and prepare reports. Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in social sciences, public health, social work or a related field, plus at least four years of progressively responsible experience in community based health programming, including technical leadership in HIV prevention, care and treatment. Fluency in English and Swahili, strong data use skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and experience working with NGOs, CSOs, community stakeholders or government agencies are required.

The role reports to the Senior Regional Technical Officer, Community Engagement, is full time, and involves 50 to 75 percent domestic travel. The annual basic salary range is TZS 52,000,000 to 65,000,000, accompanied by a competitive benefits package. Qualified candidates apply online through the FHI 360 career portal by 24 October 2026, submitting an application letter, CV, certificates and three professional referees.