Nutrition Specialist
Key Responsibilities:
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- Lead the Nutrition component of the program; will be responsible for
the overall design, implementation, oversight, and reporting of the
program’s Nutrition activities, including design of behavior change and
communication interventions and integration of nutrition interventions
in the production and market components of the program. - Identify and recruit Community Health Volunteers and conduct Social
and behavior Change Communication (SBCC) kits on dietary diversity and
hygienic practices in food preparations and handling. Ensure that
project implementation is in compliance with the stipulations of the
selection of Women and Youth Empowerment to at least 60%. - Promote consumption of vegetables, fruits, spices and herbs to
improve local markets as well as emphasizing best feeding practices to
infant and young children and hygienic practices in food preparations,
so as to overcome micronutrient deficiency and stunting. - Study and record severe malnutrition among stakeholders’ children
between 1-5yrs and follow up their progress through feeding regime
advices; Build capacity trainings on nutrition and diverse diets for
reproductive child health officers from health centers according to
project target. - Promote the seed-kit for kitchen gardens, sensitize horticulture
producer households about nutritious diversified diets and hygienic
practices in food preparations; and hence crop diversification. - Link TAHA extension services especially on establishing kitchen
gardens to increase the availability of vegetables, improve uptake of
Vitamin A and Iron. Hence promote vegetable bag farming for leafy
vegetables. - Promote healthy nutritious practices through radio, social media,
ICE materials and sms’; and disseminate voice and video messages through
different platforms. - Promote and disseminate TAHA Market Information System through TAHA groups, TAHA Knowledge hub and government extension workers.
- Must be up to date on the latest research relating to nutrition and
health; analyze the information; and use it to shape recommendations and
actions on behalf of our project beneficiaries. Clarifying information
to beneficiaries and explaining the effects of nutrients on overall
health condition. - Examine the process of nourishment and the association between diet,
disease and health and provide health advice and promoting healthy
eating. - Work as part of a multidisciplinary team/supporting the work of
other Team members in providing services to the horticulture sector
within the project geographical areas. Develop, revise, and update
activity workplans accordingly. - Attends conferences and engage in educational opportunities. Make
presentations on a variety of topics such as how nutrition affects
performance in sports, schools etc. - Contribute to high level project implementation by working closely
with the Horticulture stakeholders and Nutrition department of Ministry
of Health, school health teachers, and other key health and nutrition
sector stakeholders. - Collaborate with production team (including agriculture extension
officers) to integrate nutrition messages within agriculture platforms,
to promote crop diversification. - Reporting and documenting project implementation status on monthly
and quarterly basis and participate in the establishment of mechanisms
to collect appropriate information of the monitoring and evaluation
system of activities under the outcome of the project. Ensure key
lessons and best practices from the project are shared with all key
stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nutritional Science, Home Economics&
Nutrition, Horticulture or food sciences, public health or related field
as well as specialized training in Nutrition are required or any other
related field. - At least 5 years of work experience progressively responsible
experience in Nutrition, and/or at least 1-year experience implementing
nutrition-sensitive or nutrition-specific interventions particularly in
managing community-based nutrition programming will be an added
advantage. - Experience in Instructing, Coaching, and Motivating, demonstrated knowledge of the horticulture sector.
- Experience working with diverse stakeholders including Government
institutions and Regional and Local levels; private sector, Agri-inputs
suppliers, research institutions and Producers groups /Market
Associations. - Solid knowledge and understanding of global evidence-based
approaches to school-based and community-based health and nutrition
interventions; ability to articulate and operationalize best practices. - Training in and/or experience implementing social and behavior
change interventions; understanding of core behavior change principles. - Experience in designing and implementing nutrition sensitive
agricultural, dietary diversity, and social and behavior change
communication projects. Experience with food and equipment quality
standards would be an added advantage. - Demonstrated experience on preparing documentation and reporting.
Competencies:
- Excellent verbal and oral communication skills, interpersonal and reporting skills
- Sound leadership and mentoring skills and experience. Actively works
towards continuing personal learning, acts on learning plan and applies
newly acquired skills. - Knowledge in computer (MS word, excel and PowerPoint)
- Fluent written and oral communication in English and Swahili is required
- Willingness to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders, especially with primary stakeholders;
- A team player and self-starter able to inspire and influence action.
- Ability to work independently and most importantly as part of a multi-cultural team.
- Broad geographic experience of Tanzania Isles (Unguja and Pemba).
- Critical Thinking Skills; Good Decision-Making Skills; Great
Presentation Skills; Time Management Skills; Self Motivated and Service
Oriented;
Microfinance Officer
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify the implementing partners their capacity building and
training needs and recruit, coordinate and train “Saving and Credit”
trainers and data collectors. Ensure that project implementation is in
compliance with the stipulations of the selection of Women and Youth
Empowerment to at least 60%. - Form, support and strengthen and build capacity to Savings and
credit groups of Horticulture producers’ other actors in the value chain
are not necessarily excluded including provision of VICOBA materials on
areas related to the project. - Supervise and mobilize continuous data collection from the groups to
be entered in the SAVIX MIS to monitor the progress of saving groups
and compare performance of different trainers or different geographical
information. - Monitor trainers and data collectors and groups that they collect
all necessary data, measured by using a checklist, group constitution
are adhered and all recordings of passbooks are properly attended to, so
as to assure sustainability and activities are conducted as planned. - Identify the implementing partners, their capacity building and
training needs, particularly as they relate to micro-finance and
cooperative development. - Conduct an assessment of the identified Microfinance partners and,
if necessary, develop an organizational plan with the assistance of
TRIAS Microfinance advisor if there is need for trainings on the
cooperative act, on leadership and governance, on product development
and on accounting and financial management. - Strengthen the capacity of SACCOS and MFIS(Microfinance
Institutions) through trainings and on-job support, including bi-annual
data collection through the TRIAS’ MF factsheet to assess which support
is needed. - Promote and disseminate TAHA Market Information System through TAHA groups, TAHA Knowledge hub and government extension workers.
- Analyze members feedback data to determine whether trainees and ToTs
are satisfied with TAHA/TRIAS products and services according to the
project’s context and identify the gaps to be filled for successful
deliverables; Formulate plans to provide trainings needed at various
levels and different phases of the programme. - Provide insights into horticultural development and ensure all other
micro-finance programme activities are implemented according to the
annual work plan whilst maintaining the flexibility to shift priorities
according to the changing context; and undertake any other related
duties arising within the context of the project. - Facilitate the development of linkages of horticultural producers,
traders, processors and other actors and networks with sectoral
institutions such as banks, MFI/MFBs and other related institutions to
assist TAHA beneficiaries to acquire loans. Provide support in overall
coordination, management & implementation of the microfinance
component of the project. - To bring together all horticultural value chain actors, with Banks,
SACCOS, MFI/MFB and other financial institution for networking,
peer-to-peer learning, and strengthening their and expanding their
business. - Reporting and documenting project implementation status on a monthly
and quarterly basis and participate in the establishment of mechanisms
to collect appropriate information of the monitoring and evaluation
system of activities under the outcome of the project. Ensure key
lessons and best practices from the project are shared with all key
stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Management or Development
studies, Agribusiness and Agriculture economics, Business
administration, Economics or any other related field. - At least 3 years of work experience in working in a business role.
Experience in microfinance or equivalent will be an added advantage. - Experience in project management and networking activities or similar with, demonstrated knowledge of the Agriculture sector.
- Experience working with diverse stakeholders including Government
institutions and Regional and Local levels; private sector, Agri-inputs
suppliers, research institutions and Producers groups /Market
Associations. - Demonstrated experience on preparing documentation and reporting.
Competencies:
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and reporting skills
- Sound leadership and mentoring skills and experience.
- Actively works towards continuing personal learning acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills.
- Knowledge in computer (MS word, excel and PowerPoint)
- Fluent written and oral communication in English and Swahili is required
- Willingness to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders, especially with primary stakeholders;
- A team player and self-starter able to inspire and influence action;
- Ability to work independently and most importantly as part of a multi-cultural team
- Broad geographic experience of Tanzania Isles (Unguja and Pemba)
Junior Agronomists
Key Responsibilities:
- Working with TAHA in the project areas to facilitate the adoption of
Climate Smart Agriculture for improved horticultural production and
post-harvest loss management. - Provide support and facilitate farmers, Community based farmers and
extension officers, member farmers to provide on farm demonstrations and
promotion of Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), and approved TAHA
technologies tailored to improved horticultural production and
post-production technologies. - Actively foster the active participation of women and youth in the project activities at least 60% of the target populations.
- Coordinating field activities that involve public and private extension officers that focus on improved horticulture production.
- Taking lead in documenting cases for changes occurring in the production level of the horticulture value chain.
- Developing an inventory of all project supported horticulture
producers in all project villages for the aim of tracking and
documenting changes in their horticulture production activities. - Facilitating access to horticultural markets and extension
information for horticultural products through the value chain through
TAHA kilimo App, through the TAHA Knowledge Hub and TAHA Market
Information system. - Establishment of Demonstration plots, with TAHA proven technologies
and oversee they are highly maintained by the project target farmers.
Coordinate horticultural related demonstrations, farmer field days,
exposure visits for peer-to-peer learning in sheia, districts, regions
and zones basing on the demand and feasibility. - Reporting and documenting project implementation status on a monthly
and quarterly basis and participate in the establishment of mechanisms
to collect appropriate information of the monitoring and evaluation
system of activities under the outcome of the project. - Undertake any other related duties arising within the context of the project.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Extension and Agronomy.
- At least 3 years of work experience in agricultural production with
at least 1 year in supporting farmers to increase crop productivity. - Experience in horticulture production will be an added advantage.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Agriculture sector, particularly participation of Smallholder farmers through the value chain.
- Experience working with diverse stakeholders including Government
institutions and Regional and Local levels; private sector, Agri-inputs
suppliers, research institutions and Producers groups /Market
Associations. - Practical knowledge of agronomy and agriculture extension
- Demonstrated experience in preparing documentation and reporting
Competencies:
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and reporting skills
- Knowledge about climate change adaptation, climate-smart agriculture techniques, horticulture production etc.
- Knowledge in the computer (MS word, excel and PowerPoint)
- Fluent written and oral communication in English and Swahili is required
- Willingness to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders, especially with primary stakeholders;
- A team player and a self-starter able to inspire and influence action;
- Broad geographic experience of Tanzania Isles (Unguja and Pemba)
Communication Assistant
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the creation, production and the distribution of digital and
print contents, overseeing office activities, brainstorming ideas and
developing newsletters and other publications. Draft and edit
communications copy (e.g. press releases, publications, social media
posts). - Creating marketing materials, managing by supporting Communications
Team in creating, editing and posting creative content on social media
networks i.e TAHA’s Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and LinkedIn
platforms using translated technical content and program updates,
creating databases for managing clients, events, communications, and
marketing data; Update databases and media lists. - Regularly monitor website and social media metrics and analyze monthly, and attend both external and internal events
- Provide administrative support to various teams and programs. Track
projects and media exposure; helping to execute communications projects
and strategies and dissemination of high-quality tools and materials,
ensuring style and branding compliance and represent communication Team
policies and guidelines across all materials. - Assist in maintaining web content and executing social media
strategies ensuring clear communication of TAHA messages across all
channels. - Responsible for supporting strategies that increase the project
visibility to diverse global audiences, expanding digital information
sharing capacity, and strengthening internal communication systems. - Offer support to all teams in designing and editing materials for a
range of audiences and contexts, including research and meeting reports,
case studies, briefs, toolkits, peer-reviewed articles, training
curricula, presentation design and critical eye for data visualization
communication; also contribute to the dissemination of knowledge and
experience of the project through participation in the related events. - Liaise with graphic designers and other vendors to develop and
produce materials for visibility activities. Offer administrative
support to the Communications Team in tracking products and materials
according to deadlines. - Coordinate or lead communication related trainings or events for
staff or partners and other horticulture stakeholders; Support in
executing events such as farmer field days, AGM, Producers-Buyers high
level market access forums, Participation in the local trade fairs,
media campaigns on nutrition and gender perspectives in horticulture. - Support Communications Team in repurposing and creating fresh content for monthly E-newsletters and other direct communication.
- Support Communications Team in maintaining a collection of photos,
graphics, icons, infographics, data bites videoclips to use in various
digital content; Expand digital dissemination outlets for information
sharing such as websites, webinars, social media, videos, data
visualizations, infographics, emails list servs, etc. - Promote and disseminate TAHA Market Information System through TAHA
groups, TAHA Knowledge hub i.e. maintaining digital database and support
the physical library of horticultural tools and resources and
government extension workers, and other stakeholders. - Reporting and documenting project implementation status on monthly
and quarterly basis and participate in the establishment of mechanisms
to collect appropriate information of the monitoring and evaluation
system of activities under the outcome of the project. Ensure key
lessons and best practices from the project are shared with all key
stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Communication with at least 3 years’ experience
or a post graduate diploma in Communications or Journalism, Media,
Public Relations or a related field from a recognized university. - Background in communications, media relations, and/or knowledge management preferred.
- Communication and facilitator- editing, writing, policy
communication, community engagement, Internet tools and skills,
information management, process facilitation, reporting and
administration. - Excellent knowledge of modern communication tools and approaches,
and solid experience in knowledge management including ICT and web 2.0
tools applications like Wiki, Flickr, slideshare, Youtube, Dropbox and
blogging; Use of social media dashboards/management tools - Excellent organization and time management skills, including ability
to juggle multiple tasks and respond rapidly to new events and
competing priorities. - Demonstrated ability to understand and present technical information
to nontechnical audiences, and a passion to bridge the gap between
research and lay audiences. - Creative problem-solver with an eye for good design; on the cutting edge of emerging media trends and technologies.
- Demonstrated experience on preparing documentation and reporting.
Competencies:
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and reporting skills
- Sound leadership and mentoring skills and experience.
- Actively works towards continuing personal learning, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills.
- Knowledge in computer (MS word, excel and PowerPoint)
- Fluent written and oral communication in English and Swahili is required
- Willingness to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders, especially with primary stakeholders;
- A team player and self-starter able to inspire and influence action;
- Ability to work independently and most importantly as part of a multi-cultural team
- Broad geographic experience of Tanzania Isles (Unguja and Pemba).
Business Development Services Officer
Duty Station: Zanzibar
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and recruit potential producers, processors, traders and
other actors in the horticultural value chain for the agri-business
training B|U|S. Ensure that project implementation is in compliance with
the stipulations of the selection of Women and Youth Empowerment to at
least 60%. - Support and coordinate all B|U|S activities with AHA and the
farmer-trainers (ToTs) to reach its objective of facilitating delivery
of the Business Development services (BDS) Cycle interventions for
traders and processors in Tanzania Isles (Unguja and Pemba). S/he will
also take part in building capacity of the ToTs which includes selecting
and making regular contacts, facilitating training and coaching on
areas related to the project. - Mobilize and organize the ToTs for B|U|S trainings methodology
(Module 1,2 and 3) consisting of an in-house training, practical,
roll-out periods; Mentor and monitor the ToTs through the project period
till they graduate. - Identify Horticultural processors and traders who need and want
assistance in strengthening or expanding their business, and conduct a
situational analysis while establishing strategies for pursuing these
new opportunities in the value chain. - Develop and sustain supportive, solid relationships with TAHA
members and stakeholders, analyzing portfolios to identify new
opportunities, and stimulating environment for entrepreneurs by
providing mentorship and advisory services about TAHA services. - Promote and disseminate TAHA Market Information System through TAHA groups, TAHA Knowledge hub and government extension workers.
- Promote and increase entrepreneurial development through awareness programs, surveys, B|U|S workshops and market research.
- Organize along with the Zonal Marketing Development Officer farmers and buyers forum.
- Analyze members feedback data to determine whether trainees and ToTs
are satisfied with TAHA/AHA/TRIAS products and services according to
the project’s context and identify the gaps to be filled for successful
deliverables. - Provide insights into horticultural development and undertake any
other related duties arising within the context of the project. - Reporting and documenting project implementation status on monthly
and quarterly basis and participate in the establishment of mechanisms
to collect appropriate information of the monitoring and evaluation
system of activities under the outcome of the project.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Agribusiness and Agriculture
economics, Business administration, Business management or any other
related field. - At least 3 years of work experience in working in a business role.
Experience in the agriculture sector will be an added advantage. - Proven experience working as a Business Development Officer or similar role, demonstrated knowledge of the Agriculture sector.
- Experience working with diverse stakeholders including Government
institutions and Regional and Local levels; private sector, Agri-inputs
suppliers, research institutions and Producers groups /Market
Associations. - Demonstrated experience on preparing documentation and reporting.
Competencies:
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and reporting skills
- Actively works towards continuing personal learning, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills.
- Knowledge in computer (MS word, excel and PowerPoint)
- Fluent written and oral communication in English and Swahili is required
- Willingness to undertake regular field visits and interact with different stakeholders, especially with primary stakeholders;
- A team player and self-starter able to inspire and influence action;
- Broad geographic experience of Tanzania Isles (Unguja and Pemba).
Mode of application:
Please send your detailed CV and application letter to hr@taha.or.tz or
by post to TAHA, Kanisa Road, Plot No. 49, P. O. Box 16520, Arusha.
Envelopes should be clearly marked with the Job Title. Applications
should reach us not later than June 26th 2020.
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