Field Officer - JUA Project
Organization: Mahinya College of Sustainable Agriculture
Location: Songea, Ruvuma Region, Tanzania
Reference Number: REG/SAT/036
Project: JUA – Jenga Uwezo na Ajira
Financed by: AICS (Italian Agency for Development Cooperation)
Contract Type: 1-year contract, renewable up to 2 years
Starting Date: January 4, 2027 (12 months)
Salary: Commensurate with experience and education
About Mahinya College of Sustainable Agriculture
Established in 2007 with the support of the Italian NGO COPE, Mahinya College of Sustainable Agriculture offers three-year vocational training programs in agricultural and livestock techniques, accredited by NACTE. The college collaborates closely with the Archdiocese of Songea and has been instrumental in various development initiatives, including the "JUA" Project.
About the JUA Project
JUA (Jenga Uwezo na Ajira) translates to "Develop Skills and Job Opportunities." This 36-month project aims to enhance employment prospects for youth, women, and persons with disabilities in the Songea and Namtumbo districts.
Job Description: Field Officer
Mahinya College of Sustainable Agriculture is seeking a dedicated Field Officer to join its operations within the JUA project. The Field Officer will play a crucial role in the execution, management, and monitoring of project activities, ensuring successful outcomes and impact.
1. Operational and Personnel Management
The Field Officer will ensure the efficient and organized execution of all project activities, including:
- Coordination of Local Personnel: Overseeing and directing field resources, including local operators, specialized consultants, and a team of approximately 30 tutors for training and enterprise phases.
- Coordination with Project Partners: Maintaining regular communication with project partners' managers, ensuring effective collaboration, and monitoring project activity implementation in alignment with project priorities, objectives, and timelines.
- Institutional Relations and Coordination with Local Authorities: Fostering regular communication with public authorities to ensure project activities align with public policies and priorities.
- Logistics and Resources: Collaborating with the Logistics Officer to organize procurement and coordinate necessary resources, such as transportation and materials, to support activity implementation.
2. Technical Supervision and Quality Assurance
This role is vital for ensuring the project is implemented to high standards and adheres to internal procedures, with a focus on key program components:
- Compliance and Procedures: Guaranteeing adherence to technical guidelines, internal protocols, and the project's humanitarian approach, including compliance with the P.S.E.A. Policy.
- Oversight of Key Programs: Supervising the implementation of project pillars, such as vocational training courses (in partnership with other entities) and the organization and tutoring of internships to ensure fair intern/company relationships.
- Support for Enterprise: Coordinating essential employment and economic development phases with project partners, including supervising "Help Desks" for labor matching and organizing the launch and equipping of micro-enterprise initiatives within the targeted sectors (e.g., dairy).
3. Monitoring, Reporting, and Risk Management
The Field Officer will be responsible for continuous progress monitoring and field-level financial management:
- Monitoring and Reporting: Tracking project progress and contributing to regular reports (e.g., monthly progress reports) for the central office, public authorities, and the donor.
- Financial and Risk Management: Supporting the management of the local budget in the field and promptly identifying and proposing solutions for operational risks or challenges.
- Data Collection and Feedback: Collecting and systematizing data and feedback from all operational field staff (tutors and consultants) to inform and continuously improve intervention tools used by the Technical Committee.
- Beneficiary Engagement, Participation, and Protection: Ensuring active participation and engagement of project beneficiaries, promoting inclusiveness in all activities, and ensuring that beneficiary feedback, concerns, and complaints are appropriately collected and addressed.
Specific Requirements:
- A degree in a relevant field such as Project Management, Development Studies, Social Sciences, Agriculture/Zootechnics, or a related technical field.
- Essential computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Fluency in written and spoken English.
- Experience or willingness to travel and work in remote, rural locations.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with others.
- Self-driven and able to work in new, unstructured environments.
- Problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team.
- Leadership, planning, and organizational skills.
- Respectful and non-discriminatory attitude.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience in the NGO/International Cooperation sector.
- Familiarity with project management.
Application Procedures:
Only applications that fully comply with the following instructions will be considered.
Interested candidates should submit their application by email no later than November 26, 2026, at 7:00 pm to:
cope.admtz@gmail.com
The subject line of the email must clearly state: “Application for Field Officer – JUA Project”
Applications must include:
- A Curriculum Vitae (maximum 3 pages recommended).
- A Cover Letter (1 page recommended).
Please do not attach any certificates or academic transcripts at this stage. These will only be requested from shortlisted candidates.
Due to the high volume of applications anticipated, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest and understanding.
The selection process is based on non-discriminatory criteria, with candidates selected without distinction of gender, religion, or personal beliefs.
Please note: This position is only open to individuals legally authorized to live and work in Tanzania.