WWF Tanzania is inviting applications for the position of Assistant Accountant – PPB Direct Financing Support under the People Powering Biodiversity (PPB) Project – Ruvuma Landscape. This is a short-term employment opportunity based in Masasi, Ruvuma Landscape, with regular field travel.
Position: Assistant Accountant – PPB Direct Financing Support
Req number: 353
Organization: WWF Tanzania
Location: Tanzania
Duty station: Masasi, Ruvuma Landscape, with regular field travel
Project: People Powering Biodiversity (PPB) Project – Ruvuma Landscape
Type of engagement: Short-term employment
Duration: 6–12 months, depending on program needs and funding availability
Reports to: Ruvuma Landscape Accountant
Job family: Operations
Job function: Finance (Operations)
Pay type: Salary
Employment indicator: Fixed Term Contract
The job was posted on Wednesday, 17 June 2026 at 01:00 and expires on Thursday, 25 June 2026 at 00:59.
The deadline for applications is 24 June 2026.
Applicants are required to upload their cover letter and CV in English. Priority will be given to applications that include both documents.
Early application is encouraged, as WWF will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserves the right to close the advert early.
WWF is an independent conservation organization working to sustain the natural world for the benefit of people and ecosystems. With over 60 years of experience and an active presence in more than 100 countries, WWF works to achieve both on-the-ground and global policy action.
WWF’s work includes protecting and restoring species and their habitats, transforming markets and policies toward sustainability, and supporting global action to address climate change and nature loss.
WWF brings together people from diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise, including conservation science, advocacy, human resources, and finance. The organization welcomes applications from individuals who believe they can contribute to tackling global environmental challenges and delivering urgent conservation impact.
WWF works as part of a growing global movement calling for stronger action on climate and nature. The organization advocates for world leaders to set nature on the path to recovery by 2030.
WWF addresses major drivers of nature loss through system-wide changes in how food and energy are produced and consumed, and how financial systems are structured. Through action in different countries, WWF aims to create visible and positive impact in critical places around the world, including areas such as the Amazon and the Coral Triangle.
WWF also recognizes that conservation will only be sustainable if it is owned by, and benefits, local people. Indigenous Peoples and local communities must therefore be at the centre of climate and nature action. WWF is committed to using its resources and global network to support these communities in developing effective local solutions.
WWF Tanzania is implementing the People Powering Biodiversity (PPB) Project, which channels program resources directly to community institutions in the Ruvuma Landscape. The project supports locally driven conservation and sustainable livelihood initiatives.
As project funding reaches the community level, strong financial administration and practical accounting assistance are needed to ensure that resources are managed responsibly and consistently.
An institutional assessment identified capacity constraints in everyday financial handling. As a result, WWF Tanzania intends to engage an Assistant Accountant to provide field-based accounting assistance and operational support under the guidance of the Ruvuma Landscape Accountant.
The purpose of this position is to strengthen the quality and consistency of financial administration linked to village-level PPB funding.
The Assistant Accountant will help ease routine operational demands on the Landscape Accountant by providing practical and supportive accounting assistance. The role is intended to promote sound financial practices and reduce fiduciary exposure within the Direct Financing arrangement.
The Assistant Accountant will be responsible for supporting financial administration and accounting processes at village and program levels.
Key tasks will include:
The Assistant Accountant will be expected to deliver the following outputs:
Applicants should meet the following requirements:
The ideal candidate should demonstrate the following competencies:
The Assistant Accountant will work under the day-to-day guidance of the Ruvuma Landscape Accountant.
Performance will be reviewed periodically based on:
The Assistant Accountant will interact and work closely on a regular basis with:
The Assistant Accountant will interact with external stakeholders, including:
Applicants should upload their cover letter and CV in English. Priority will be given to applications that include both required documents.
The deadline for applications is 24 June 2026.
Work permit restrictions may apply.
Early application is encouraged because WWF will review applications throughout the advertising period and may close the advert early.
WWF is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every individual feels valued and respected. WWF believes that a diverse workforce will support its mission to stop the degradation of the Earth’s natural environment and build a future in which humans live in harmony with nature.
As an equal opportunity employer, WWF is committed to providing fair and unbiased consideration for all candidates regardless of background. Applicants from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and join WWF in promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace.
How to Apply:
Job type Full-time Job, To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
