Livelihood Field Officer – Tanga Seascape

Aqua-Farms Organization (AFO) | March 2025

📍 Location: Tanga Region, Tanzania
📑 Reporting To: Coastal Livelihood Program Manager
📌 Position Type: Full-Time
💰 Salary & Grade: Not disclosed
📅 Start Date: Immediate

About Aqua-Farms Organization (AFO)

Aqua-Farms Organization (AFO) is a registered Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) operating under the NGO Act of 2002 in Tanzania. Established in 2016 and officially registered on July 6, 2017, AFO is dedicated to enhancing financial access, promoting community awareness about aquatic conservation, and advocating for sustainable, community-led economic development.

Job Summary

The Livelihood Field Officer plays a key role in implementing AFO’s livelihood initiatives, serving as a bridge between program management, field facilitators, and local communities. This role involves overseeing day-to-day program activities, supervising Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLA) facilitators, and ensuring effective communication between stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

A. Program Implementation & Coordination

• Lead the execution of livelihood programs, particularly VSLA and seaweed farming initiatives.
• Support and guide VSLA facilitators in implementing monthly plans and budgets, ensuring adherence to monitoring and evaluation guidelines.
• Oversee the formation of VSLA groups, ensuring facilitators provide training using approved materials.
• Monitor the progress of VSLA groups using Management Information Systems (MIS) and other tracking tools.
• Organize and coordinate community events, including:
  • Meetings with village leaders.
  • Group training sessions.
  • Environmental awareness campaigns.
  • Community-led clean-up events and social initiatives.
• Conduct regular field visits to evaluate the effectiveness of program facilitators and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Work closely with facilitators to ensure proper record-keeping and that project milestones are met.
• Provide feedback to the Livelihood Program Manager regarding program performance, challenges, and impact.
• Lead monthly meetings with facilitators and conduct spot-checks to ensure adherence to program standards.

B. Facilitator Training & Development

• Collaborate with the Livelihood Program Manager to develop high-quality training materials aligned with the VSLA curriculum.
• Assess facilitators’ ability to deliver impactful training sessions to community groups.
• Ensure all training programs meet quality standards and support the overall objectives of the initiative.

C. Reporting & Documentation

• Submit weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports to the Livelihood Program Manager.
• Maintain thorough documentation of program activities, including:
  • Success stories.
  • Training records.
  • Facilitator performance evaluations.
• Collect high-quality data and generate detailed reports, incorporating key achievements, challenges, and visual documentation.

D. Capacity Building & Community Engagement

• Provide continuous training and mentorship to community groups on financial literacy, business management, and sustainable practices.
• Conduct community education sessions on environmental conservation and sustainable seaweed farming.
• Support community-led initiatives that promote social cohesion and economic empowerment.
• Engage with local leaders, stakeholders, and partners to strengthen program impact and foster shared responsibility.

E. Additional Duties

• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Livelihood Program Manager to support the success of AFO’s initiatives.

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Qualifications & Experience

Educational Background

• Degree or Diploma in Community Development, Business Administration, Agriculture, Environmental Science, or a related field.

Professional Experience

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs), community development, or livelihood programs.
• Strong background in financial literacy, business management, and environmental conservation.

Skills & Competencies

✔ Strong leadership, management, and team-building abilities.
✔ Excellent communication skills for engaging with community groups, facilitators, and stakeholders.
✔ Proven expertise in VSLA formation and management.
✔ Experience in monitoring, evaluation, and reporting for development programs.
✔ Ability to organize and lead training sessions for local communities.
✔ Familiarity with MIS systems and other monitoring tools.
✔ Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach.
✔ Passion for empowering women and youth in rural coastal areas.

Personal Attributes

✅ Committed to personal and professional growth.
✅ Empathetic and passionate about community empowerment.
✅ Hands-on and adaptable, with a practical approach to fieldwork.
✅ Strong advocate for inclusivity, equity, and sustainability.
✅ Ability to motivate and inspire others to achieve program goals.

Additional Requirements

🔹 Ability to work flexible hours in case of urgent program needs.
🔹 Must own a personal computer for work-related tasks.
🔹 Willing to travel up to 50% of the time.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications via the link provided below.

📅 Application Deadline: Friday, March 21, 2025, at 23:00 Hours

⏳ Note: Due to the urgency of this role, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible, as the position may be filled before the deadline.

Aqua-Farms Organization (AFO) is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.