Environmentalist at Feed the Future Tanzania December, 2023

ACDI/VOCA – Empowering Global Communities for Over Six Decades

Since 1963 and across 146 countries, ACDI/VOCA has been dedicated to empowering people in developing and transitional nations to succeed in the global economy. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., ACDI/VOCA is a nonprofit international development organization that provides technical and management assistance in agribusiness, financial services, enterprise development, community development, and food security. Our mission is to promote broad-based economic growth and foster a vibrant civil society.

Overview:

The Feed the Future Tanzania Kilimo Tija Project is a crucial component of the U.S. Government’s Global Food Security Strategy (GFSS), aimed at advancing global food security, resilience, and nutrition. This horticulture initiative focuses on systematically enhancing economic prospects within horticulture market systems, particularly targeting the youth demographic. The objectives include fortifying market systems, broadening access to climate-smart technologies, and creating a conducive environment for market systems. The Zone of Influence (ZOI) includes Morogoro, Iringa, Mbeya, Njombe, and Zanzibar. Key market sheds outside the ZOI, such as Dar es Salaam, Songwe, and Arusha, are included due to their significant transport and market facilities.

Target Beneficiaries:

• Direct recipients of USG assistance
• Indirect beneficiaries emulating the directly assisted
• Businesses leveraging opportunities fostered by USG investments

Interventions will prioritize inclusivity and expanded opportunities for youth involvement, involving various stakeholders from private sector entities to public sector actors and civil society.

Internship Opportunities:

In pursuit of our mission, ACDI/VOCA is seeking interns for various positions to support interventions in different regions of activity operations, namely Mbeya, Iringa, Njombe, Morogoro, and Zanzibar.

Environmentalist (1 post in Zanzibar):

The environmentalist will report directly to the Environmental Specialist under the close supervision of IR 2 Lead, with responsibilities including:

• Supporting the team in implementing and monitoring FTFT Kilimo Tija Project environmental compliance.
• Facilitating training and implementation plans for environmental procedures during project activities.
• Conducting field visits, collecting data on the adoption of Environmental Mitigation measures, and advising on compliance.
• Participating in report writing on the progress of Project Stakeholders’ activities in safeguarding the environment.
• Undertaking other projects and duties as assigned.

How to Apply:

If interested, submit a resume to avtanzania@joinav.org by January 5, 2024. Please include the position title and location in the subject line. Attach the resume and related application documents as a single attachment, listing long-term employment history and any relevant short-term assignments.

Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to respond to inquiries via phone. Only applicants considered for an interview will be contacted. ACDI/VOCA is an equal opportunity employer, and women, minorities, and people from diverse groups are encouraged to apply.