About Career Na Mimi
Mission, vision, values, awards and impact of Career Na Mimi, the Arusha-based organization that has empowered 3,500+ young Tanzanians with careers, skills and mentorship.
Career Na Mimi is a youth empowerment organization based in Njiro, Arusha, Tanzania, dedicated to bridging the gap between young people and the opportunities they need to thrive. It empowers youth through quality education, mentorship and skill development programs, preparing them for successful careers, self-employment and sustainable livelihoods. Its flagship Career Connect workshops bring university students, recent graduates and young entrepreneurs face to face with industry professionals in Arusha, Dar es Salaam and Mwanza.
Mission
Empowering youth with elite programs and global mentorship to become innovative leaders.
Vision
A future where every young professional is equipped to drive sustainable African development.
Impact
- 3,500+ young people empowered across Tanzania
- 2,010+ youth trained in practical skills
- 1,005+ young women and marginalized youth supported
- 300+ job and internship connections
- 60% of program participants are female
Awards and recognition
- Tanzania First AI Forum, 2nd place winner
- Afro Innovation Award (2024)
- TEHAMA Award, Education category (2025)
- Arusha Innovation Week Champion (2025)
- Nominated for the WSIS Prizes 2025
- Innovation Competition, 2nd place (2024)
Where we work
Based in Njiro, Arusha, with programs in Arusha, Dar es Salaam, Mwanza.
Leadership
- Rahman Mbahe, Chief Executive Officer
- Abdul Swammad, Chief Operating Officer
- Karen Kamene, Treasurer
- Echa Joseph, General Manager
- Godfrey Muganyizi, Head of Technical Department
- Jofrey Lazaro, Head of Communications
- Aisha Othman, Secretary
- Noela Albert, Public Relation Officer