Project Officer Job Vacancy at Mwanga Hakika Bank – February 2026

 

Mwanga Hakika Bank Limited (MHB) is a fully fledged commercial bank, 100% owned by Tanzanians. The bank is inviting applications from enthusiastic and committed professionals to join its dynamic and growing team in the position of Project Officer.

Position

• Project Officer

• Job Type: Full Time

• Location: Tanzania

Purpose of the Role

• Support planning, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of strategic and operational projects across the bank

• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget

• Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices

Summary of Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, scheduling, and executing projects across departments such as IT, Operations, Digital Banking, Retail and Corporate Banking, and Compliance

• Develop and maintain project documentation including charters, plans, risk registers, issue logs, and progress reports

• Track project milestones, deliverables, and timelines to ensure activities remain on schedule

• Coordinate meetings, prepare minutes, and follow up on action points

Stakeholder Management

• Act as a liaison between business units, vendors, and technical teams

• Follow up with stakeholders to ensure tasks are completed on time

• Support business units in gathering and defining user requirements

Monitoring and Reporting

• Prepare weekly and monthly project status reports for senior management and the Project Steering Committee

• Monitor project risks, issues, and dependencies and escalate where necessary

• Track project budgets and resource utilization

Quality Assurance and Compliance

• Ensure project activities comply with internal bank policies and regulatory standards

• Support User Acceptance Testing by coordinating test sessions and managing defect logs

• Participate in post-implementation reviews and lessons learned

• Support pilot testing and ensure pre-launch requirements are completed

Vendor and Partner Coordination

• Assist in evaluating vendors and monitoring performance against service level agreements

• Coordinate procurement documentation for project-related activities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, Project Management, Finance, or related field

• 2 to 4 years’ experience in project management or banking operations

• Experience in banking or fintech environment is an added advantage

• Knowledge of banking processes, digital banking solutions, and regulatory frameworks

• Understanding of project management methodologies such as Agile and Waterfall

• Professional certifications such as CAPM, PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile training are an added advantage

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

• Analytical and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Excel, PowerPoint, and Project

• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail

How to Apply

• Apply through Mwanga Hakika Bank Career PageCLICK HERE

• Application Deadline: 11 February 2026

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted