Programme Coordinator, Sustainable Livelihoods

Eden Reforestation Projects is seeking a Programme Coordinator for Sustainable Livelihoods in Tanzania. This role is crucial for the effective delivery of livelihood activities, ensuring high-quality support for participating farmers and communities. Join us to make a significant impact on landscape restoration and community development.

Compassionate Carbon Tanzania Ltd, a mission-driven organization, specializes in forest carbon projects through Forest Landscape Restoration (FLR) and REDD+. We collaborate with local communities to restore landscapes, create jobs, protect ecosystems, and mitigate climate change.

We are looking for a dedicated individual to oversee day-to-day field implementation, supervise Field Extension Officers, and coordinate farmer mobilization and training. Apply now to contribute to our vital work.

Company Overview

Compassionate Carbon Tanzania Ltd is an organization launched by Compassionate Carbon LLC and Eden: People+Planet (Eden). We focus on developing and implementing landscape-scale forest carbon projects using Forest Landscape Restoration (FLR) and Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD+). Our work involves collaborating with local communities to restore landscapes, create jobs, protect ecosystems, and mitigate climate change through nature-based solutions.

The Rubeho Mountains Carbon Project in Tanzania is a key initiative focused on native forest restoration and community-based conservation. We aim to integrate global emissions targets with community ownership and long-term sustainability.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Not Specified
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, Agroforestry, Rural Development, Agricultural Extension, Project Management, or another relevant field.
• Experience: 3-4 years

Key Responsibilities

• Translate approved workplans into weekly and monthly field schedules and coordinate farmer mobilization, training, demonstrations, and farm follow-up.
• Provide day-to-day supervision and coordination of Field Extension Officers, review field plans, and conduct regular supervision visits.
• Track implementation progress, verify field records, consolidate weekly and monthly reports, and provide timely updates.
• Coordinate field-level engagement with village governments, government agricultural extension personnel, Lead Farmers, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure field activities follow approved program approaches and technical guidance, including Climate-Smart Agriculture, Conservation Agriculture, and Agroforestry.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Agriculture, Agronomy, or Project Management.
• Relevant experience coordinating agricultural, livelihood, or rural development programs.
• Demonstrated experience supervising or coordinating field-based teams.
• Practical knowledge of Climate-Smart Agriculture, Conservation Agriculture, and Agroforestry.
• Experience coordinating activities with rural communities and local government.
• Strong spoken and written Kiswahili and working proficiency in English.

Benefits

• Compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Competitive benefits package including annual leave, health insurance, and contributions to statutory funds.
• Opportunities for professional development in a mission-driven organization.
• Work in a collaborative environment focused on landscape restoration and community development.
• Gain experience in implementing forest carbon projects and nature-based solutions.