Finance Officer at CSSC Tanzania

The Christian Social Services Commission (CSSC) is an ecumenical body established in 1992 by the Christian Council of Tanzania (CCT) and Tanzania Episcopal Conference (TEC) to coordinate and strengthen the delivery of health and education services by member churches in Tanzania. CSSC coordinates a network of more than 900 church-owned health facilities, the majority of which are rural-based, contributing nearly 14% of all health facilities in Tanzania, and 1,000 church-based education institutions providing 10% of all education services offered in Tanzania.

Ministry of Health, through Global Fund Cycle 7 (GFC7) Grant support, implements an essential TB/HIV community-based program (Oct 2025 – Dec 2026) in support of the national effort to sustain and expand community HIV and TB services. The GFC7 program is implemented in collaboration with the Lead CSO – CSSC – and four Sub-sub Recipients (SSRs): TAYOA, NACOPHA, MKUTA and STEPS. It focuses on community-based TB/HIV services across 185 councils and prioritises peer-led service delivery and integration with Local Government Authorities.

Program Goals

• Reduce new HIV infections by 85% (from 2010 baseline) by 2025.
• Reduce mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) to <4% at the end of breastfeeding by 2025.
• Reduce AIDS-related deaths by 80% from the 2010 baseline.
• Reduce HIV-related stigma to <5% by 2025.
• Reduce TB incidence and mortality through enhanced detection, treatment, and prevention.

CSSC is now seeking applications from highly qualified, experienced, and motivated persons to fill the following position:

Position Details

Job Summary

The Finance Officer will provide high-level financial and grants management to support the achievement of Global Fund project goals. Working closely with the Compliance Officer and under the Grants Manager, the role ensures full financial support to project implementation, robust internal controls, compliant sub-award administration, and timely, accurate reporting to donors and stakeholders.

Main Roles and Responsibilities

• Prepare all payment vouchers and other entries in the Navision system.
• Write cheques/upload e-payments and maintain an updated cashbook (receipts, payments, bank deposits/withdrawals).
• Track weekly payments in collaboration with Procurement/Administration.
• Maintain an orderly filing system for all finance documents with complete supporting documentation and easy retrieval.
• Ensure supporting documents are stamped “PAID” prior to second signatory.
• Assist the Grants Manager in preparing and submitting monthly donor reports.
• Serve as cash management and mobile money focal person.
• Implement and monitor internal controls.
• Verify monthly payroll.
• Perform monthly bank and other balance reconciliations.
• Conduct program/activity spot checks (in person or by phone) with the Compliance team.
• Provide mentorship and capacity building to staff.
• Review payment requests and electronic funds transfers.
• Assist with audits/financial reviews.
• Support preparation for statutory and Global Fund/other donor audits.
• Work with the Grants Manager to prepare monthly burn-rate/status reports.
• Prepare GL entries in the Navision system.
• Coordinate monthly verification of inventory lists and insurance status.
• Ensure compliance with Government of Tanzania statutory requirements.
• Strengthen partners’ capacity to develop compliant sub-contract and sub-grant award documents.
• Support partners to administer the full lifecycle of sub-award management activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance and/or Accounting (required); MSc in Business Administration or equivalent (desirable).
• Experience: At least 5 years’ relevant experience in the Tanzanian NGO sector managing sub-grants funded by the Global Fund or other international donors.
• Experience in sub-award design and administration and donor funds administration.
• Understanding of local contract and procurement law.
• Strong knowledge of donor auditing requirements and demonstrated financial oversight of agreements/programs.
• Solid knowledge of Global Fund and other donor regulations applicable to agreements administration.

Core Competencies & Skills

• Strong planning and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including presentations.
• Strong understanding of budgeting and cost control.
• Proficiency with common desktop applications; knowledge of Navision accounting software.
• Strong analytical skills for financial reviews and quantitative analysis.
• Ability to build effective relationships with donors, government counterparts, and partners.
• Sound business judgment; ability to prioritise and manage multiple complex tasks.
• Excellent computer skills (Excel, Word, Outlook); graphic/web design a plus.

Additional Information

• Anticipated Starting Date: 1st November 2025
• Type of Position: Full-time
• Duration: 1-year contract (renewable subject to performance and funding availability)

How to Apply

All applications should be made online before 10th October 2025, at 1600hrs, via career.cssc.or.tz using the Apply Now button.

Note

• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted; if you are not contacted within two weeks after the advert deadline, consider your application unsuccessful.
• Any application submitted after the stated date and time will not be considered.
• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.