Join Silverleaf Academy as Finance Manager and lead the financial strategy behind one of Tanzania's fastest-growing education networks. You'll shape capital strategy, financial sustainability, governance, and business performance while supporting the organisation's ambitious expansion from 5 to 30 schools. This is a strategic leadership role, not a traditional accounting position.
Who you are:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (Master's preferred).
CPA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional qualification.
Minimum of 8 years' experience in senior finance leadership roles.
Demonstrated expertise in financial modelling, capital structuring, and fundraising.
Experience managing blended finance, investment rounds, and shareholder dilution.
Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
Experience implementing ERP or finance management systems.
Deep understanding of Tanzanian tax, statutory, and regulatory requirements.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including Board-level reporting.
Experience in high-growth, multi-site, or mission-driven organisations is an advantage.
What you'll do:
Lead Silverleaf's long-term financial strategy, forecasting, and expansion planning.
Develop multi-scenario financial models to support executive and Board decision-making.
Design and manage capital strategies across grants, equity, and debt financing.
Partner with the Managing Director on fundraising, investor relations, and financing activities.
Oversee budgeting, cash flow management, and enterprise-wide financial performance.
Implement scalable finance systems, automation, and reporting processes.
Strengthen governance, internal controls, risk management, and statutory compliance.
Prepare clear financial reports and insights for the Executive Team and Board.
Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing finance team.
Promote financial literacy and accountability across the organisation.
Why this role matters:
Help shape the financial future of one of Tanzania's fastest-growing education organisations.
Play a strategic role in expanding access to high-quality, affordable education.
Influence key decisions that drive sustainable growth and long-term organisational success.
Build the financial foundations that will support thousands more learners across the country.
Make a lasting impact through mission-driven leadership and innovation.
What we offer:
A strategic leadership role with direct influence on organisational growth.
The opportunity to work alongside an ambitious Executive Leadership Team.
Meaningful work that contributes to transforming education in Tanzania.
The chance to design and lead finance systems for a rapidly scaling organisation.
A collaborative, mission-driven culture focused on innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
A renewable two-year contract with the opportunity to make a lasting organisational impact.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're excited by this opportunity but have a question before applying, we'd love to hear from you.
Email: jobs@silverleaf.co.tz
