Cotton Development Trust Fund (CDTF)
Job Opportunity Advertisement
The Cotton Development Trust Fund (CDTF) is a legally registered entity in Tanzania, established on March 4, 2008, under the Trustees Incorporation Act (CAP.318 R.E. 2002), with incorporation certificate No. 3352. It was created as a successor to the Cotton Development Fund (CDF), which originated under the Cotton Industry Act No. 2 of 2001. The fund was established following the collective vision of stakeholders within the cotton industry, formalized in a Memorandum of Understanding signed on April 21, 2006.
Job Opening at the Cotton Development Trust Fund
CDTF is seeking a skilled Cotton Textile Coordinator to oversee the integration of fiber crops within the textile industry and promote sustainable cotton initiatives. This role involves managing the movement of cotton materials throughout the production chain and ensuring high-quality cotton fiber reaches manufacturing facilities efficiently.
Job Title: Cotton Textile Coordinator
Number of Positions: 1
Duty Station: Mwanza
Qualifications and Experience
- A Bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering, Textile Science, or a related field from a recognized institution.
- Relevant work experience in the textile or cotton industry.
- Additional certifications related to cotton quality and sustainability will be an added advantage.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in programs that promote sustainable cotton and fiber crop production.
- Work closely with departments such as spinning, weaving, and dyeing to streamline production processes.
- Conduct quality assessments on cotton bales to ensure adherence to industry standards.
- Implement sustainable sourcing strategies, such as certified organic cotton or compliance with the Better Cotton Initiative.
- Monitor cotton procurement costs, assess quality trends, and track production performance.
- Maintain records of cotton acquisitions, inventory levels, and quality control data.
- Establish relationships with cotton suppliers to procure high-quality cotton at competitive prices.
Required Skills & Competencies
- Experience in product and apparel manufacturing.
- Basic knowledge of garment construction.
- Understanding of crop production processes.
- Familiarity with different fabric types.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
General Application Requirements
- Attach a recent passport-size photo, a comprehensive CV, and valid contact details (postal address, email, and phone number).
- Include certified copies of academic and professional certificates, such as:
- Degree certificates and relevant professional qualifications.
- Form IV and Form VI National Examination Certificates.
- Birth Certificate or National ID.
- Form IV and Form VI result slips will not be accepted.
- Falsified academic documents or misleading information in the CV may lead to legal consequences.
- Applicants must provide three reputable referees with reliable contact details.
- Certificates obtained from foreign institutions must be verified by the Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU) or the National Accreditation Council for Technical Education (NACTE) (for non-degree qualifications).
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further processing.
Application Deadline: February 28, 2025
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications via email to hr@tcb.go.tz with the subject line: “Cotton Textile Coordinator.”
Alternatively, applications can be hand-delivered or posted to:
Director General
Tanzania Cotton Board
Regional Drive Road
P.O. Box 61
Mwanza
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submissions are encouraged.
