CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Career with BRAC Tanzania Finance LTD
BRAC Tanzania Finance Limited (BTFL) is the largest Microfinance organization in Tanzania with a mission to responsibly provide a range of financial services to people at the bottom of the pyramid. We particularly focus on women living in poverty in rural and hard-to-reach areas to create self-employment opportunities, build financial resilience, and harness women's entrepreneurial spirit by empowering them economically.
BRAC Tanzania Finance LTD is seeking applications from competent, dynamic and self-motivated individuals to fill the following position:
Assistant Legal Manager Cum Company Secretary
Job Purpose
Provide legal expertise and corporate governance support to BRAC Tanzania Finance LTD by offering legal advice on the interpretation and application of laws, managing litigation and legal claims, drafting and reviewing contracts and other legal instruments, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, and delivering Company Secretary services, including Board support, statutory filings, and maintenance of corporate records.
Key Responsibilities
- File annual returns of BRAC Tanzania Finance LTD with BRELA, including directors' reports, auditors' reports (where applicable), and financial statements containing details of the company's assets and liabilities.
- Arrange meetings of directors and shareholders, including issuing meeting notices, preparing agendas, circulating relevant documents, recording proceedings, and preparing meeting minutes.
- Notify BRELA of significant changes in the company's structure or management, including appointments and resignations of directors.
- Maintain the company's registered office as the official address for formal communications and ensure company stationery, website, emails, order forms, and invoices display the required statutory information.
- Ensure the security and proper custody of the company's legal documents, including the Certificate of Incorporation and Memorandum and Articles of Association.
- Develop and implement policies for document filing and retention.
- Advise directors on their legal duties and ensure compliance with applicable corporate legislation and the company's Articles of Association.
- Assist the Company Secretary cum Legal Manager in providing legal advice and support to Management and staff.
- Monitor, review, and promote compliance with government laws and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate and oversee legal activities across field offices and represent BRAC Tanzania Finance LTD in courts and quasi-judicial bodies where delegated.
- Draft, review, and manage legal documentation required by BRAC entities in Tanzania.
- Conduct staff training on labour laws and other relevant legislation as required.
- Participate in reviewing and updating BRAC Tanzania Finance LTD policies and procedures.
- Prepare periodic progress reports and annual legal affairs reports.
- Perform any other duties assigned by Management.
Safeguarding Responsibilities
- Promote a safeguarding culture across all levels of the organization by implementing safeguarding policies and providing expert guidance to create a safe working environment.
- Ensure team members receive appropriate safeguarding training, support, and resources, and that identified safeguarding issues are addressed in accordance with organizational policies.
- Follow safeguarding reporting procedures whenever reportable incidents occur and encourage others to do the same.
Required Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Law (LL.B); a Master's Degree is an added advantage.
- Registered Advocate.
- Minimum of seven (7) years of legal practice experience.
- Knowledge of Industrial Relations.
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Knowledge of Company Secretary roles and responsibilities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated experience in mediation and arbitration.
- Excellent planning and organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Demonstrated mature judgment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to manage diversity in the workplace.
- Computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Employment Type: Permanent
Duty Station: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
How to Apply
Candidates who meet the above requirements should email their:
- Updated CV
- Cover letter indicating educational qualifications, years of experience, and expected salary
Send applications to:
Use "Assistant Legal Manager Cum Company Secretary" as the email subject line.
Only complete applications will be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application Deadline: 10th July 2026
BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share the same commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we work with has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation regardless of age, race, religion, gender, disability status or ethnic origin. Therefore, our recruitment process includes extensive reference and background checks, self-disclosure of previous misconduct and criminal records, and safeguarding values form part of our Performance Management System.
BRAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Career with BRAC International
BRAC International is a leading non-profit organisation with a mission to empower people and communities in situations of poverty, illiteracy, disease, and social injustice. Founded in 1972 by Sir Fazle Hasan Abed, BRAC is the largest non-governmental development organisation in the world and currently operates in 16 countries across Asia and Africa. BRAC expanded its international microfinance operations in 2002 and now serves more than 800,000 clients across Tanzania, Myanmar, Uganda, Rwanda, Sierra Leone, Liberia, and Ghana, with 96% of clients being women.
BRAC International is inviting qualified and experienced Tanzanian professionals to apply for the following position:
Financial Controller
Position Summary
We are seeking an exceptional Financial Controller to serve as the guardian of financial integrity and the second line of defense within Tanzania's controllership function. The successful candidate will oversee the entire financial control environment across a complex, decentralized operation utilizing the Temenos T24 Core Banking System, ensuring financial information is accurate, auditable, and supports informed decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the financial close process and ensure timely, accurate, and audit-ready financial reporting.
- Maintain strong financial controls, data integrity, and governance frameworks across the organization.
- Conduct financial performance analysis, variance reviews, and provide actionable management insights.
- Strengthen fraud prevention mechanisms, monitor financial risks, and implement corrective actions.
- Prepare and submit financial reports to management, the Board, regulators, lenders, and other stakeholders.
- Oversee financial governance of procurement and contracting processes.
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, approval frameworks, and value-for-money principles.
- Strengthen controls over organizational expenditure and vendor management.
- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
- Monitor organizational performance against budgets and strategic objectives.
- Provide scenario analysis and financial recommendations to support strategic decision-making and capital management.
- Ensure compliance with tax, VAT, statutory, regulatory, and financial reporting requirements.
- Manage relationships with auditors, tax advisors, regulators, development partners, rating agencies, and other stakeholders.
- Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure timely implementation of audit recommendations.
- Lead finance systems optimization, automation initiatives, and reporting improvements.
- Drive effective utilization of Temenos T24, Power BI, and other digital tools to improve financial efficiency and reporting.
- Support continuous improvement of finance processes and management information systems.
- Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing finance and controllership team.
- Drive staff development, succession planning, performance management, and leadership growth.
- Foster a culture of accountability, excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Safeguarding Responsibilities
- Ensure team members are protected from harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation while implementing safeguarding standards throughout all operations.
- Promote safeguarding policies and ensure compliance by all team members.
- Follow safeguarding reporting procedures whenever reportable incidents occur and encourage others to do the same.
Qualifications and Experience
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in finance or controllership, including at least five (5) years as Financial Controller, Deputy Financial Controller, or Head of Controls in a large bank, Microfinance Institution (MFI), or Non-Bank Financial Institution (NBFI) managing a portfolio exceeding TZS 150 billion.
- Demonstrated experience with Core Banking Systems, IFRS 9, Bank of Tanzania regulations, and TRA compliance.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and SQL; knowledge of RPA or Python is an added advantage.
- CPA (T), ACCA, ACA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification is mandatory.
- MBA is preferred.
Key Competencies
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
- Excellent crisis management abilities.
- High integrity and commitment to strong financial controls.
- Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining confidentiality.
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: Market Competitive
Duty Station: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
How to Apply
Only Tanzanian Nationals are encouraged to apply.
External Applicants: Submit your updated CV together with a cover letter highlighting your academic qualifications and years of experience.
Internal Applicants: Submit your latest CV detailing all assignments completed within BRAC, including your BRAC PIN.
Applications should be sent by email to:
Only complete applications will be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application Deadline: 10th July 2026
BRAC is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. We believe every stakeholder and every member of the communities we serve has the right to protection from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation regardless of age, race, religion, gender, disability status, or ethnic origin. Our recruitment process includes extensive background checks and disclosure of criminal records to ensure safeguarding standards are maintained.
BRAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.