About SCDIO

A new organization, built by experienced hands

Registered in Tanzania Mainland and staffed by professionals who have delivered WASH programmes for UNICEF, USAID and the European Union across eleven regions.

Background

Organizational background

Support Community Development Initiatives Organization (SCDIO) is a registered Non-Governmental Organization operating in Tanzania Mainland under the Non-Governmental Organizations Act No. 24 of 2002 (as amended), registration number 00NGO/R/1818.

We work to improve the well-being of disadvantaged communities through sustainable, community-owned Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) solutions. Our work integrates engineering excellence, environmental stewardship, and community empowerment to ensure long-term impact.

Registration: 00NGO/R/1818
Registered office: P.O. Box 20950, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Vision

Striving for the well-being of all by enhancing access to improved water supply, sanitation, and hygiene services in needy and disadvantaged communities.

Mission

We are dedicated engineering and environmental professionals who team up with stakeholders to solve problems and pursue opportunities to improve the communities in which we live.

Core values

What we hold ourselves to

Integrity: Serving communities ethically while upholding organizational standards.
Accountability: Taking ownership of commitments, tasks, and results.
Dedication: Demonstrating enthusiasm and commitment to communities, donors, and partners.
Respect: Valuing diverse perspectives and recognizing contributions.
Dependability: Ensuring reliable performance in all situations.

Rationale

Rationale: why SCDIO?

Despite national progress, many rural and disadvantaged communities in Tanzania still lack reliable access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene services. Infrastructure projects often fail due to limited community ownership, inadequate environmental considerations, and weak maintenance systems.

SCDIO was established to bridge this gap. We believe sustainable WASH solutions require both technical engineering expertise and deep community engagement. Our interventions are designed to be culturally accepted, environmentally sound, and locally managed.

By combining hydro-geological assessments, engineering design, environmental management, and community mobilization, SCDIO ensures that WASH systems are not only constructed — they are sustained, governed, and owned by the communities themselves.

Achievements

Organizational achievements

Support Community Development Initiatives Organization (SCDIO) is a newly registered national organization established to strengthen community-driven development solutions in Tanzania. Although the institution itself is new, it is founded and staffed by professionals with extensive experience implementing multi-year, integrated WASH programs across the country.

Our team has previously worked under respected national and international organizations, delivering WASH interventions funded by UNICEF, USAID, and the European Union (EU). Through these roles, our staff have contributed to large-scale initiatives involving:

This collective experience gives SCDIO a strong operational foundation from day one. We bring forward proven technical expertise, donor compliance knowledge, and established relationships with government, communities, and development partners. As a result, SCDIO is well-positioned to deliver high-quality, accountable, and impactful WASH interventions despite being a newly registered entity.

Rural and peri-urban water supply system development
Construction and rehabilitation of sanitation facilities
Hygiene promotion and behavior-change campaigns
School WASH improvements
Water quality monitoring and environmental health
Community engagement and capacity building
Emergency WASH responses in vulnerable districts

Geographic coverage

Where we work

SCDIO has a team of professionals with experience of working in all regions across Tanzania Mainland. These are the regions where they have implemented different WASH projects.

11Regions reachedTanzania Mainland

Coast Region
Morogoro
Dodoma
Kigoma
Iringa
Njombe
Mbeya
Songwe
Shinyanga
Mtwara
Lindi

Governance

Governance & organizational structure

Our organization operates under a clear and accountable governance model designed to ensure strategic oversight, operational efficiency, and high-quality program delivery. The structure integrates leadership, technical expertise, community engagement, and rigorous monitoring systems to guarantee transparency and impact.

8.1

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors provides overall strategic direction, fiduciary oversight, and policy guidance.

Approving organizational strategy and annual budgets
Ensuring compliance with national regulations and donor requirements
Overseeing risk management and safeguarding policies
Evaluating organizational performance and leadership effectiveness

The Board is composed of professionals with expertise in public health, finance, community development, and organizational governance.

8.2

Executive Leadership

The Executive Leadership Team is responsible for day-to-day management and execution of the strategic plan.

Executive Director: Provides overall leadership, represents the organization to donors and government, and ensures alignment between strategy and operations.
Programs Manager: Oversees program implementation, quality assurance, and cross-departmental coordination.
Finance & Administration Manager: Manages financial systems, budgeting, procurement, and compliance.
HR Manager: Leads recruitment, staff development, performance management, and safeguarding.
Fundraising & Development Manager: Drives resource mobilization, develops fundraising strategies and donor pipelines, writes proposals, manages donor reporting, and coordinates campaigns and communications.

8.3

Technical Team

The Technical Team ensures that all interventions are evidence-based, context-appropriate, and aligned with national and global standards.

Designing technical approaches
Developing training materials
Conducting capacity-building
Ensuring technical quality across all program components

WASH Engineer
Public health and social behavior change experts

8.4

Community Mobilization Team

The Community Mobilization Team serves as the bridge between the organization and the communities it supports.

Engage community leaders, local government, and grassroots groups
Facilitate awareness campaigns and community dialogues
Support beneficiary identification and feedback mechanisms
Ensure interventions are culturally relevant and community-owned

Mobilizers are recruited from target communities to strengthen trust, participation, and sustainability.

8.5

Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning (MEAL) Unit

The MEAL Unit ensures that programs are data-driven, accountable, and continuously improving.

Designing and implementing monitoring frameworks
Conducting baseline, midline, and endline assessments
Managing data collection, analysis, and reporting
Leading learning reviews and adaptive management processes
Operating accountability systems such as feedback hotlines, community scorecards, and beneficiary satisfaction surveys

The MEAL Unit works closely with all departments to ensure transparency, evidence-based decision-making, and compliance with donor reporting standards.

Work with us

SCDIO welcomes partnerships with development agencies, foundations, private sector actors, and government institutions.

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