Job Title: Tanzania Forestry Associate
Seeking an exceptional project manager experienced in forestry to spearhead the Tanzania One Acre Fund Agroforestry program.
Currently
serving over 50,000 farm families, One Acre Fund has continued to
expand their operations throughout Tanzania since opening in 2013.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
By
2023, the Tanzania program plans to offer 5 species of trees to more
than 175,000 smallholder farmers. This will include timber, fruit, and
soil-improving species. In total, this agroforestry portfolio is
projected to create $8,400,000 of farmer financial impact by 2023. The
Agroforestry Associate will drive the success of this plan.
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Farmer demand: Rigorously assess farmer demand and impact potential for various agroforestry species
•
Multi-department risk assessment and mitigation: Assess and mitigate
risks in trial complexity through close collaboration with Field
Operations, Logistics, Business Operations, and Inputs teams
•
Financial impact projections: Develop tree impact models, collaborating
with M&E to execute annual agroforestry impact assessments in the
field
• Maximize farmer returns through training: Develop and oversee execution of training content for 5+ tree species
•
Tree Production and Logistics: Trial various production/sourcing and
distribution methods for tree seedlings, such as production partnerships
or setting up farmer site-based nurseries
•
Innovation in Market Access: Opportunistically explore market access
opportunities for Hass avocado and other marketable tree products
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CAREER GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
We
have a strong culture of constant learning and we invest in developing
our people. You’ll have weekly check-ins with your manager, access to
mentorship and training programs, and regular feedback on your
performance. We hold career reviews every six months, and set aside time
to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You’ll have the
opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding
long-term career.
QUALIFICATIONS
We are seeking 1 exceptional professional(s) with 3+ years of work experience and ideally a demonstrated passion for our mission. Candidates who fit the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply:
• Formal education or work experience in forestry
• Strong educational background; Masters degree preferred
• Demonstrated leadership experience at work, or outside of work, enthusiasm for learning, and openness to feedback.
• Ability to build teams and collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• Language: English, Swahili preferred
PREFERRED START DATE
As soon as possible
JOB LOCATION
Iringa or Mbeya, Tanzania
One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org).
We are seeking 1 exceptional professional(s) with 3+ years of work experience and ideally a demonstrated passion for our mission. Candidates who fit the following criteria are strongly encouraged to apply:
• Formal education or work experience in forestry
• Strong educational background; Masters degree preferred
• Demonstrated leadership experience at work, or outside of work, enthusiasm for learning, and openness to feedback.
• Ability to build teams and collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• Language: English, Swahili preferred
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As soon as possible
JOB LOCATION
Iringa or Mbeya, Tanzania
One Acre Fund never asks candidates to pay any money or pay for tests at any stage of the interview process. Official One Acre Fund emails will always arrive from an @oneacrefund.org address. Please report any suspicious communication here (globalhotline@oneacrefund.org).
