Are you passionate about health research and eager to grow your career in one of Africa’s most respected health research organizations? The Ifakara Health Institute (IHI) is hiring dedicated professionals to join its team this August 2025. With two exciting opportunities open for applications, this is your chance to contribute to groundbreaking work that transforms healthcare systems and communities in Tanzania, Ifakara Health Institute (IHI) Internship August 2025.
About Ifakara Health Institute (IHI)
Ifakara Health Institute is a leading research organization in Africa, recognized for its impact in developing, testing, and validating innovations in health. The institute’s work spans across biomedical sciences, ecological sciences, intervention studies, health systems research, service delivery, and policy translation. With its strong commitment to research, training, and services, IHI continues to shape the future of healthcare in Tanzania and beyond.
1. Assistant Supply Chain Intern – (2 Posts)
Work Station: Dar es Salaam & Bagamoyo
Reports To: Senior Procurement and Supplies Manager
Deadline to Apply: 7 September 2025
Role Overview
The Assistant Supply Chain Intern will play a vital role in supporting procurement and supply operations at IHI. This includes vendor management, inventory tracking, procurement reporting, and administrative support to ensure timely, efficient, and compliant delivery of goods and services.
Key Responsibilities
- Procurement Support: Assist in preparing purchase requisitions, quotations, and purchase orders. Maintain accurate procurement records for audits.
- Vendor Management: Support supplier due diligence, onboarding, and performance monitoring. Maintain the approved supplier database.
- Inventory & Materials Coordination: Verify requested materials, liaise with stores for goods movement, and ensure timely vendor invoice submissions.
- Storage & Stock Management: Assist in proper storage, inventory checks, and reconciliation of discrepancies.
- Procurement Tracking: Update procurement status reports and maintain a register of awarded contracts.
- Administrative Support: Organize files, follow up document approvals, and support the supply chain team.
Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma in Procurement and Supply Management or Procurement and Logistics Management.
- Experience in a health-related research sector is an added advantage.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong communication in English and Swahili.
- Computer literacy and organizational skills.
- Customer service-oriented with teamwork and problem-solving skills.
- High integrity, results-oriented, and deadline-driven.
2. Assistant Nursing Officer – (3 Posts)
Work Station: Dar es Salaam
Reports To: Study Coordinator – MMS-MAP Study
Deadline to Apply: 7 September 2025
Role Overview
The Assistant Nursing Officer will work within the MMS-MAP Study, supporting data collection in antenatal clinics. This role involves clinical care, participant recruitment, specimen collection, and counseling to ensure the highest quality of care and research integrity.
Key Responsibilities
- Participate in clinical research following study protocols, SOPs, and GCP standards.
- Ensure participant protection, privacy, and confidentiality.
- Recruit study participants and conduct anthropometric measurements.
- Collect blood and other specimens, coordinating with laboratory teams.
- Provide counseling on psychosocial and nutritional issues.
- Accurately complete study forms and daily data entry.
- Foster positive working relationships between hospital staff and IHI teams.
Qualifications & Experience
- 4-year certificate or Diploma in Nursing from a recognized institution.
- Registration with the Tanzania Nursing and Midwifery Council (TNMC).
- Previous clinical research or antenatal clinic experience is an added advantage.
Skills & Competencies
- Proficient in data entry using laptops.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and adherence to IHI’s core values: Transparency, Accountability, Respect, Integrity, and Initiative.
Remuneration & Benefits
Both positions come with attractive and competitive packages aligned with the IHI salary scales.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ifakara Health Institute is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building an inclusive workplace. Recruitment decisions are strictly based on qualifications, experience, and organizational needs — without bias, harassment, or discrimination.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the qualifications should submit: An application letter, A detailed CV with contact information (email & phone), Copies of academic and professional certificates, Send applications to: recruitment@ihi.or.tz
Postal Address:
Senior Human Resources & Administration Manager
Ifakara Health Institute
Plot 463, Mikocheni
P.O. Box 78,373
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Application Deadline: 16:30 hrs EAT, 7 September 2025, Email subject line: Assistant Supply Chain Intern – Dar es Salaam OR Assistant Nursing Officer – MMS-MAP Study (depending on the position). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Don’t miss this chance to advance your career with a leading African research institute. Apply today and be part of the team shaping the future of healthcare in Tanzania!
