Lead Mural Artist & Community Arts Facilitator

Project Zawadi is seeking a Tanzanian artist to lead a collaborative mural project at our office in Nyamuswa, Mara Region.

This mural will be created together with selected students, teachers, and staff and will reflect our shared commitment to education, local leadership, and community development.

About the Project

• Location: Interior conference room wall at Project Zawadi office (Nyamuswa)
• Timeline: Planning starts March 15. Painting starts shortly after (exact dates to be agreed)
• Format: Guided, collaborative mural with student participation
• Documentation: The process will be professionally filmed and photographed

We Are Looking For an Artist Who:

• Has experience with murals or large-scale artwork
• Has experience working with children or youth
• Communicates well in Swahili
• Is patient, collaborative, and community-oriented
• Is comfortable teaching and guiding students
• Has a portfolio of previous work

Responsibilities

• Work with students and staff to develop the concept
• Create 1–2 design proposals
• Lead and supervise the painting process
• Encourage participation and learning
• Help create a respectful and positive creative environment

• A brief introduction
• Examples/photos of past work
• Contact information