Senior Human Resources Manager Vacancy at Maternity Africa

Senior Human Resources Manager Vacancy at Maternity Africa

Senior Human Resources Manager

Maternity Africa

Arusha

Job overview

Organization: Maternity Africa
Position: Senior Human Resources Manager
Reports to: Country Director
Duty Station: Kivulini Maternity Centre, Ngaramtoni ya Chini, Arusha

About Maternity Africa

Maternity Africa is a Christian-based, charitable, non-governmental organization registered in Tanzania. The organization is devoted to making childbirth safe by providing access to good maternity services and treatment for obstetric fistulae and other birth-related injuries.

Maternity Africa serves the poorest and most vulnerable women by providing free, quality reproductive health care. All programmes are developed to positively impact the health and wellbeing of mothers and children by minimizing maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality.

The organization is committed to its mission of making childbirth safe and demonstrating the love and compassion of Christ to all people, regardless of race, religion or ethnicity.

The position

Maternity Africa is seeking to appoint a highly motivated, passionate and results-oriented individual with strong attention to detail and deadlines. The successful candidate will manage and oversee Human Resources management at Maternity Africa, based at Kivulini Maternity Centre in Arusha.

The Senior Human Resources Manager will be expected to provide technical leadership in Human Resources functions, lead and manage the implementation of the organization’s Human Resources strategic plan, and bring excellence, insight and proven leadership experience, especially within health care institutions.

The role will oversee more than 85 staff, with possible growth in employee numbers following the expansion of the organization. The position will also handle immigration and labour law technicalities related to a small team of international volunteers.

The Senior Human Resources Manager will report to the Country Director and will be accountable for delivering the organization’s Human Resources strategic direction and goals.

Required personal attributes

To be successful in this position, the candidate must demonstrate:

Personal integrity
Compassion
Firmness
Strong ethics
Thorough attention to detail
Ability to monitor and meet very strict deadlines
Strategic vision
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
A positive attitude as a “people person”
Team-player qualities
A thorough and practical understanding of Tanzanian Employment Law is absolutely essential.

Key qualifications, specifications and experience

Applicants must have:

A Master’s Degree in Health Service Administration, Human Resources Management or Public Administration
Professional certification in Human Resources, which will be highly regarded, such as:
Certificate in Human Resources Management (CHRM)
Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP)
Relevant training in management and administration in health institutions, which is a prerequisite
At least 10 years of hands-on Health Service Administration, management or leadership experience in hospital or health centre contexts
Middle to senior-level administration experience
Willingness and ability to focus on achieving Maternity Africa’s strategic priorities
Experience working in donor-funded projects, which will be an added advantage

Skills and competences

The successful candidate should have:

A strategic mindset, combined with excellent tactical and operational abilities
Excellent leadership and people-management skills
Strong and current knowledge of Tanzania employment laws and employment guidelines
Strong understanding of Human Resources policies, practices and employee relations
Strong conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills
Administrative and supervisory skills
A proactive and organized approach
Strong planning ability
High proficiency in written and verbal English and Kiswahili
Proficiency in Microsoft applications
Ability to interact successfully with people from diverse backgrounds
A people-focused personality
Equal opportunity statement
Maternity Africa is an equal opportunities employer.

The organization will only contact or respond to candidates who strictly meet the stated requirements.

How to apply

Interested candidates who meet the qualifications, experience and competence requirements should send the following documents:

• Application letter
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae
• Copies of academic certificates
• Testimonials demonstrating how their experience fits the position
• Applications should be sent by email to:

[email protected]

Applicants should quote the respective reference number in the subject line of the email.

Application deadline

Applications must be submitted by Friday, 31 July 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Contact details
Country Director
Maternity Africa
P.O. Box 16464
Arusha, Tanzania

Email: [email protected]