Executive Secretary at FADev

Executive Secretary at FADev

Job Title: Executive Secretary

FADev

Dar es Salaam

Foundation for ASM Development (FADev) is an independent Non-Governmental Organisation established to catalyse multi-stakeholder dialogue, knowledge sharing and collaboration.

Job Title: Executive Secretary

Key Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership aligned with FADe’s mission and strategic objectives.
• Oversee the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of all programmes and projects.
• Cultivate and manage partnerships with development partners, government institutions, mining associations, NGOs, and community.
• Represent FADev at national and international forums, advocating for the recognition, and needs of small-scale miners.
• Lead resource mobilisation efforts, including proposal development, donor engagement, and reporting.
• Ensure strong institutional governance, financial stewardship, and regulatory compliance.
• Recruit, lead, and inspire a multidisciplinary team while fostering an inclusive and results oriented organisational culture.
• Report to the Governing Council and Annual General Meeting, supporting all governance and compliance processes.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• At least a Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Geosciences, Natural Resource Management, Business Management, Sociology or Development Studies. Possession of postgraduate qualifications will be an added advantage.
• At least 5 years of clean, progressive leadership experience, preferably in the mining, environmental, or non profit sector.
• Demonstrated knowledge of artisanal and small scale mining (ASM) and related policy, social, and environmental issues.
• Strong leadership, fundraising, and strategic planning abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and complex programs.
• Excellent communication, advocacy, and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in English and Kiswahili.

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a CV, cover letter and three professional reference to: [email protected] .

Or make a physical delivery of the application to our offices located on the 6th Floor, Tanzanite Park Building, Plot number 38 New Bagamoyo Road, Dar es Salaam.