Project Coordinator at SNV Netherlands

Project Coordinator at SNV Netherlands

Project Coordinator at SNV Netherlands

Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Job Type: Contract

Application Deadline: 30 November 2026

About the Organization

SNV is a mission-driven global development partner working in more than 20 countries across Africa and Asia. Building on 60 years of experience and a team of over 1,600 professionals, SNV strengthens capacities and catalyzes partnerships that transform agri-food, energy, and water systems to enable sustainable and more equitable lives for all. Grounded in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, SNV focuses on gender equality and social inclusion, climate adaptation and mitigation, and strong institutions and effective governance.

About the Project

SNV Tanzania aims to accelerate the uptake of higher-tier clean cooking (HTC) solutions through targeted private sector engagement and innovative financing mechanisms. The intervention is designed to strengthen clean energy markets by focusing on market-based approaches that enable local HTC companies to scale as the primary delivery channel for clean cooking solutions.

SNV will utilize Results-Based Financing (RBF) to competitively select and contract eligible HTC companies to expand and professionalize their operations. Financial incentives are disbursed only after predefined milestones are achieved and independently verified, reducing financial risk while allowing companies flexibility in deploying resources to stimulate market growth and make clean cooking more accessible and affordable across Tanzania.

Overview of the Position

The Project Coordinator will be responsible for the overall management and implementation of the clean cooking RBF programme, ensuring its effective operationalization, delivery, and achievement of intended results. This includes developing the RBF implementation framework, manuals, and procedures; coordinating the competitive selection and contracting of eligible HTC companies; and managing day-to-day operations, including performance monitoring, results verification, and incentive disbursements. The Project Coordinator will also oversee programme financial and operational performance, manage stakeholder relationships, and represent SNV in relevant sector forums and coordination platforms.

Key Responsibilities

The Project Coordinator shall:

• Lead the implementation of the clean cooking RBF programme, ensuring delivery aligns with programme design, objectives, results framework, and approved workplan.

• Lead the operationalization and rollout of the RBF mechanism, including developing implementation manuals, selection criteria, competitive award processes, and programme launch.

• Oversee the management and administration of RBF grants and financing instruments, ensuring effective due diligence, contracting, financial controls, and compliance with established procedures.

• Provide technical and managerial oversight to participating HTC companies, monitoring implementation progress and supporting them to achieve agreed milestones and targets.

• Oversee results verification and performance-based disbursements, ensuring financial incentives are released in accordance with verified results and contractual agreements.

• Manage programme financial performance, including budget oversight, expenditure monitoring, forecasting, and timely financial reporting.

• Establish and implement effective monitoring systems to track programme performance, identify implementation risks, and ensure timely corrective action.

• Provide leadership and supervision to programme staff, including ongoing performance management, coaching, and annual appraisals.

• Coordinate engagement with participating HTC companies, government institutions, financial institutions, verification agencies, and other key stakeholders.

• Represent SNV in relevant sector meetings, forums, and external engagements to promote the programme and strengthen strategic partnerships.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in a relevant field, MBA, or other advanced degree (a post-graduate qualification in an energy-related field is an advantage).

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant senior experience managing complex development programmes.

• Demonstrated experience in fund management, preferably in promoting improved cooking technologies.

• Solid experience in, and understanding of, the improved cooking market in Tanzania.

• Proven track record of structuring and managing Results-Based Financing (RBF) facilities aimed at market stimulation.

• Demonstrated understanding of the success factors of for-profit businesses.

• Experience managing reporting relationships with donors, government stakeholders, and businesses is highly desirable.

• Fluency in both written and spoken English and Kiswahili.

Additional Information

• Duty Station: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

• Desired Start Date: January 2027 (subject to funding availability)

• Languages: Fluent in English and Kiswahili

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply online through the official SNV Netherlands careers portal by 30 November 2026 (click the “I AM INTERESTED” button on the official listing) and complete the following requirements:

1. Answer the screening question (maximum 250 characters): Briefly describe your experience in designing and/or coordinating results-based financing (RBF) programmes, particularly within the improved cooking market.

2. Upload an updated CV (maximum 3 pages).

3. Upload a Motivation Letter (maximum 1 page) outlining your interest in the position, relevant qualifications and experience, suitability for the role, and expected salary.

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