Descriptions
SUMMARY
OVERVIEW
- Kilimo Trust is recruiting 8 village-based advisors (VBAs)/trainer of trainers (TOTs) to support the implementation of the Women and Youth Economic Empowerment in Fisheries through Inclusive Market Access (WYEEFIMA) programme in Tanzania.
- The programme aims to economically empower women and youth aged 18-35 by improving their participation in cross-border fish trade.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Act as the primary link between the programme and communities in Mwanza, Mara, Kigoma, Tanga, Mtwara, Karatu, Kagera, Tunduma and Zanzibar regions to support engagement and job creation.
- Mobilize and enrol women, youth, men, associations and micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the designated digital data-collection platform, ODK.
- Conduct last-mile training in fish post-harvest handling (PHH), food processing and value addition using agreed methods.
- Track the volumes and value of fish and fish products traded across borders in collaboration with relevant authorities and Resident Associates.
- Support monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities, submit success stories and provide timely field activity reports.
- Participate in the distribution of co-financed start-up kits, follow up with recipients and monitor enterprise development.
- Work closely with area association partners, local leaders and district fisheries officers, and participate in trainings, workshops and stakeholder meetings.
- Attend meetings and field activities, as well as mandatory weekly coordination calls.
- Ensure adherence to Kilimo Trust procedures, maintain regular communication with Resident Associates, and provide community feedback and documentation.
- Conduct pre-training and post-training assessments and submit them through ODK/KOBO.
REQUIREMENTS
- A diploma or bachelor’s degree in fisheries, aquaculture, agriculture, agribusiness, food science and technology, or a related field.
- A minimum of one (1) year of experience in food processing, fish inspection, farmer training, data collection, community development or field-based project implementation.
- Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Proficiency in the local languages spoken in the deployment area will be an added advantage.
- Residence in the district or region where the VBA position is based is mandatory.
- Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
BENEFITS
- The assignment is renewable upon satisfactory performance.
DEADLINE
- Application deadline: 17:00 hrs on Monday, 17 August 2026
JOB TYPE
- Full-time position for six months, renewable upon satisfactory performance.
HOW TO APPLY
Use the application link below to open the official application form.
