Summary: General Manager Job Vacancy at NMB Foundation

Job Details

  • Deadline: Tuesday, December 1, 2026
  • Company: NMB Foundation
  • Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Job Description

General Manager Job Vacancy at NMB Foundation

Position: General Manager

About NMB Foundation

NMB Foundation (NMBF) is a registered non-profit organization established in 2021 under the Non-Governmental Organizations Act, No. 24 of 2002. Founded to improve the socioeconomic well-being of Tanzanians, NMB Foundation invests in sustainable, inclusive, and high-impact solutions across five strategic pillars:

Education, Health, Agriculture, Environment, and Entrepreneurship

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To accelerate and broaden its reach, the Foundation combines funding, social innovation, and technical expertise while leveraging NMB Bank Plc’s extensive national branch network, strategic partner ecosystem, and digital capabilities to deliver measurable, lasting transformation throughout Tanzania.

Position Overview

Job Title

General Manager, NMB Foundation

Organization

NMB Foundation

Contract Duration

3 Years

Reporting Line (Functional)

Board of Directors – NMB Foundation

Reporting Line (Administrative)

Managing Director & CEO – NMB Bank Plc

Location

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Key Roles and Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Governance

Provide visionary stewardship to the Foundation, ensuring high governance standards, transparency, and strategic alignment with the Board of Directors and NMB Bank Plc’s executive leadership.

Alignment with NMB Bank Sustainability Agenda

Drive and integrate Foundation initiatives with NMB Bank’s corporate sustainability and CSR agenda across Education, Agriculture, Environment, Health, and Entrepreneurship.

Strategic Planning & Portfolio Execution

Lead the formulation, monitoring, and execution of the strategic plan, overseeing high-impact programme portfolios that deliver measurable social and economic value.

Partnership Building & Resource Mobilization

Build strategic relationships with government bodies, development partners, donors, and private sector stakeholders; spearhead fundraising campaigns and secure non-financial resources.

Donor Fund & Financial Governance

Ensure prudent financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and audit compliance; manage donor/partner funds with high accountability and transparent reporting.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Impact Measurement

Champion robust Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) frameworks to evidence social ROI and guide data-backed decision-making.

Organizational & People Management

Establish strong operational policies; recruit, mentor, and retain top talent; build leadership pipelines and succession plans for sustainable growth.

Representation & Advocacy

Act as the principal spokesperson and brand ambassador for the Foundation, elevating its visibility and positioning as a premier catalyst for social change in Tanzania.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

Required Qualifications & Education

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Development Studies, Economics, Business Administration, Finance, Social Sciences, Public Policy, Sustainability, International Development, or a related field.

Required Experience & Competencies

Overall Experience

Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in Foundation Management, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Sustainability, Social Impact, Community/Development Practice, or Economic Inclusion.

Leadership Experience

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a senior leadership/executive role within medium to large organizations.

Domain Expertise

Deep understanding of Corporate Social Investment (CSI) frameworks, ESG principles, project management methodologies, public policy, and Tanzania’s socio-economic development landscape.

Leadership Skills

Proven track record in resource mobilization, grant management, strategic negotiations, stakeholder influence, financial oversight, and team talent development.

Desirable Qualifications (Added Advantage)

Master’s Degree (MBA, Development Finance, Public Administration, Sustainability, or Social Impact Management).

Postgraduate education in Banking or formal Banking certifications.

Professional certifications in Project Management (e.g., PMP), ESG, Sustainability Reporting, M&E, or CSR.

Mode of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application package via email prior to the deadline.

Application Documents

Cover / Application Letter.

Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).

Submission Details

Email Address

[email protected]

Official Website

foundation.nmbbank.co.tz

Closing Date

Tuesday, December 1, 2026

(NMB Foundation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse environment)

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How to Apply

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