School of ST Jude Job Vacancy — Career Guidance Counsellor
The School of St Jude is a pioneering leader in charitable education within Africa. Every year we give 1,800 students with free, quality education, 100’s of graduates with access to higher education, and provide more than 20,000 government school students with quality teachers. St Jude’s is funded by generous supporters from around the world who make our mission of giving bright, poor Tanzanian students a free, quality education possible.
Position Title and Work station:
- Career Guidance Counsellor – The School of St Jude, Sisia Campus, Moshono, Arusha, Tanzania (1
Vacancy, Bachelor Degree)
Who are you for the Career Guidance Counsellor
- You are a dedicated professional who has worked directly as a paid career guidance officer, not just in volunteer roles.
- You are passionate about helping girls discover their academic and career pathways.
- You have excellent communication and facilitation skills, and can connect with students at different levels.
- You are a creative problem–solver who can adapt lessons and workshops to suit various learning needs and levels.
- You go to sleep at night dreaming about making a tangible difference in the lives of young Tanzanian girls.
What you’ll do for the Career Guidance Counsellor
- Implement the Career Guidance curriculum and facilitate lessons for Form 2, 3 and 4 students at St Jude’s Girls‘ School.
- Coordinate annual surveys, workshops, career fairs, and the holiday Skills Development Program.
- Deliver typing and emotional intelligence classes tailored to student needs and abilities.
- Lead club activities and ensure accurate reporting and procedures for club leaders and members.
- Support club activities and ensure accurate reporting and procedures for club leaders and members.
- Collaborate with the Careers team and other academic staff to mentor and guide students, especially those at risk of poor career decisions.
What we’re looking for in the Career Guidance Counsellor
Why us
- At least 2 years of paid experience in career counselling or similar roles in a school or education setting.
- Excellent organisational, communication, and time–management skills
- A positive, self–motivated work ethic and a passion for developing the next generation of female leaders.
- A clear understanding of the 21st Century Skills, and a solid plan to cultivate them from the students Passionate about youth mentorship
- The opportunity to use your talents and expertise to fight poverty through education and make a positive impact in Tanzania
- A flexible and supportive community of international and local employees
- Fighting poverty through education
Work with us!
- Ample opportunities for career progression and development
- Mid–morning tea and lunch (during working days)
Are you interested?
Send your cover letter and an up to date Curriculum Vitae to: recruitment@schoolofstjude.co.tz (subject line must include the reference number: TSOSJ/HR/SIS/HO/04/22
Applications close on 10, July, 2026.
only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
