Communications Coordinator

WHO WE ARE

At Trees for the Future (TREES), we believe farmers have the power to transform the world. For over 30 years, we’ve been a global leader in agroforestry training, partnering with farming families to build vibrant economies, sustainable food systems, and thriving ecosystems. Through our signature Forest Garden Approach, a proven nature-based solution, farmers restore their land, plant thousands of trees, and grow diverse crops, breaking cycles of climate change and generational poverty. By reclaiming their agency, farmers are creating new possibilities for their families, communities, and the environment. We’ve worked all around the world and are currently active in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. TREES has planted over 400 million trees to date. Joining our passionate, collaborative team means empowering farmers to lead lasting change for people and the planet.

TREES embarked on its mission in Tanzania in 2015, strategically focusing on five pivotal regions across the mainland: Mwanza, Simiyu, Singida, Tabora, and Iringa. Throughout this journey, we have collaborated with farmers across 11 District Councils, empowering them with the resources and knowledge necessary for sustainable environmental and agricultural practices. Through these efforts, we significantly contribute to sustainable food security, environmental conservation, thriving ecosystems, and household-level poverty reduction. By adopting the Forest Garden Approach, farmers are leading the charge for sustainable development and creating brighter futures for their communities.

Learn more at trees.org.

Applicants must be legally authorised to work in Tanzania.

THE ROLE

The Communication Coordinator is responsible for leading the implementation of the TREES Tanzania Program Communications Strategy. Working in close collaboration with program teams and the Marketing and Communications Team based in Nairobi and Central Office, the role will strengthen both internal and external communications while ensuring alignment with organisational priorities, donor requirements, and brand standards.

The Communication Coordinator will lead the planning, implementation, and monitoring of TREES Tanzania’s visibility, branding, and public engagement initiatives. This includes producing high-quality communication materials through writing, documentation, photography, videography, archiving, packaging, and dissemination of program content, best practices, success stories, lessons learned, and impact narratives.

The role will also coordinate media engagement, campaigns, events, and other public-facing initiatives to enhance organisational visibility, stakeholder engagement, advocacy, and public awareness. Acting as a key liaison between TREES Tanzania, the media, partners, donors, and the public, the Communication Coordinator will ensure consistent brand representation and position TREES Tanzania as a visible, credible, and trusted organisation among key audiences.

The position holder reports directly to the Country Director, with matrix reporting to the Regional Marketing and Communications Manager.

DIMENSIONS OF THE ROLE

• Coordinate the project teams in developing clear, evidence-based, audience-appropriate, and impactful key messages and IEC materials for effective dissemination to target audiences.
• Coordinates advocacy, visibility, and influencing initiatives, ensuring alignment with the country strategy, program objectives, donor priorities, and organisational goals.
• Act as key country partner with the Regional Marketing and Communications Manager (based in Nairobi) to support global communications needs (sharing relevant stories, supporting visual assets development) as briefed
• Ensures consistent application of organisational communications standards, branding guidelines, visibility requirements, and donor compliance protocols across all communication products and activities.
• Coordinates and oversees communication activities, campaigns, public events, and media engagements for both TREES programs and implementing partners to ensure quality, timeliness, and strategic coherence.
• Conducts regular field visits to document project implementation through high-quality photography, videography, interviews, and storytelling for communications, reporting, and knowledge management purposes.
• Supports donor visits, learning events, and presentations by showcasing program achievements, results, and impact through compelling narratives and visual materials.
• Provides technical guidance, mentorship, and capacity strengthening support to field teams on communication planning, branding, documentation, and visibility requirements.
• Builds and maintains productive relationships with media stakeholders, journalists, and communication networks to strengthen public engagement and organisational visibility.
• Ensures all communication materials are appropriately branded, gender-responsive, safeguarding-compliant, and aligned with ethical communication standards.
• Ensures all images, stories, and audiovisual materials used in public communication products meet organisational safeguarding standards, including proper documentation and archiving of informed consent.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Strategic Communication Planning and Monitoring

   • Coordinate and oversee the development and implementation of communication plans and activities in compliance with TREES policies, standards, and quality requirements.
   • Collaborate closely with program teams to disseminate IEC materials, best practices, lessons learned, and evidence-based content to targeted audiences.
   • Monitor, track, and analyse communication output indicators on a routine basis to assess progress, identify gaps, and support evidence-based decision-making.
   • Support adaptive programming by enabling teams to utilise lessons learned, data, and evidence to improve implementation approaches and communication effectiveness.
   • Contribute to organisational visibility strategies that strengthen stakeholder engagement, donor relations, and public awareness.

2. Branding and Visibility

   • Provide technical support and guidance to program staff on communication planning, branding, donor visibility, and organisational messaging requirements.
   • Ensure all communication materials comply with TREES branding guidelines and donor visibility requirements.
   • Support regularly updated global digital communication platforms, including websites, social media platforms, and online communication tools, to strengthen visibility and engagement.
   • Coordinate the production and dissemination of branded materials for campaigns, events, donor engagement, and public outreach activities.

3. Media Relations and Public Engagement

   • Develop and prepare media kits, press releases, talking points, and communication packages to support visibility and advocacy initiatives.
   • Build and maintain strong working relationships with journalists, media houses, influencers, and communication stakeholders.
   • Coordinate interviews, media visits, press events, and media coverage related to program activities and organisational achievements.
   • Establish and maintain an up-to-date media engagement database at national, regional, and district levels.
   • Support public awareness campaigns and communication initiatives aimed at strengthening community engagement and organisational reputation.

4. Field Engagement, Documentation, and Content Development

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   • Produce high-quality communication materials, including newsletters, success stories, case studies, social media content, press releases, reports, speeches, photography, and videos.
   • Conduct regular field visits to gather stories, testimonials, visual content, and implementation evidence that demonstrate program impact.
   • Compile, organise, and maintain a comprehensive photo and video bank, including lessons learned and success stories for internal and external use.
   • Coordinate content development processes, ensuring compliance with filming, photography, consent, and documentation requirements.
   • Translate technical and programmatic information into clear, compelling, and audience-friendly communication products.
   • Lead the compilation and dissemination of regular newsletters, weekly highlights, and communication updates for staff, donors, partners, and stakeholders.

5. Knowledge Management and Organisational Learning

   • Synthesise project learning, evidence, and results into accessible knowledge products, including learning briefs, case studies, and best practice documentation.
   • Promote a culture of collaboration, learning, and knowledge sharing across teams and departments.
   • Ensure systematic archiving, accessibility, and management of communication materials in both digital and print formats.
   • Support teams in establishing reliable, user-friendly, and up-to-date internal information and knowledge-sharing systems.
   • Coordinate documentation and dissemination of best practices, innovations, and lessons learned to strengthen institutional memory and organisational learning.

6. Safeguarding, Ethical Communication and Upholding TREES Values

   • Ensure full compliance with safeguarding policies, ethical communication standards, and organisational procedures.
   • Verify that all participant stories, photographs, and audiovisual materials are supported by properly completed informed consent forms.
   • Promote respectful, inclusive, and culturally sensitive communication that protects dignity and reflects diversity across gender, age, disability, religion, and other protected characteristics.
   • Ensure communication approaches and content uphold TREES values, organisational integrity, and ethical standards at all times.

WHO YOU ARE

• A passionate advocate for TREES’ mission and values: You are deeply committed to improving livelihoods and restoring landscapes through agroforestry. You place farmers and communities at the center of your work and ensure communication initiatives contribute to meaningful social and environmental impact.
• A multi-functional communications professional: You bring a diverse set of communication skills, including storytelling, content development, photography, videography, event coordination, and stakeholder engagement. Your versatility enables you to effectively support a wide range of communication and visibility activities.
• An excellent interpersonal communicator: You possess strong verbal and written communication skills and are highly effective at building relationships with colleagues, partners, media stakeholders, and communities. You know how to communicate information clearly and effectively, in ways that resonate with diverse audiences.
• A detail-oriented executor with a systems mindset: You pay close attention to detail and consistently deliver high-quality work. You are skilled at turning strategic ideas into practical actions while improving systems and processes to make them more efficient, user-friendly, and impactful.
• An adaptable and proactive problem solver: You identify challenges early, adapt quickly to changing circumstances, and develop practical solutions. You take initiative, work independently when needed, and hold yourself accountable for delivering results.
• Creative and innovative: You think outside the box and have the ability to transform ideas into compelling communication products and experiences. Your creativity helps bring stories, campaigns, and organisational messages to life in engaging and impactful ways.
• Culturally aware and persuasive: You are comfortable working in diverse cultural environments and can adapt your communication style to different audiences and contexts. You build trust easily and foster strong relationships across communities, partners, and stakeholders.
• A collaborative team player: You value teamwork and actively contribute to a positive, respectful, and inclusive work environment. You support colleagues, share knowledge openly, and work collaboratively across departments to achieve common goals.

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Required Experience and Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Media Studies, Development Communication, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of progressive professional experience in communications, public relations, media engagement, or knowledge management, preferably within the NGO or development sector.
• Demonstrated experience in content development, storytelling, photography, videography, and digital communication.
• Strong understanding of branding, visibility, donor compliance, and communication strategies.
• Experience managing and operating digital communication tools.
• Proven ability to engage with media houses, journalists, and external stakeholders.
• Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills in English; knowledge of Kiswahili is an added advantage.
• Experience supporting donor visits, campaigns, advocacy, and public engagement initiatives.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Ability to travel frequently and troubleshoot in remote areas and converse with smallholder farmers.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND BENEFITS

TREES is an International Organization that strives to be the best home for staff wanting to make an impact on the farmers we serve. We believe that the diversity of our staff contributes to excellence. TREES values collaboration and teamwork that fosters increased engagement and innovation for professional growth.

We offer a multicultural, collegial work environment with a competitive salary, comprehensive medical insurance, workers' compensation, and substantial paid time off, including annual leave and sick leave.

APPLY

If this opportunity speaks to you, please apply with 1) a cover letter that explains why TREES’ work excites you and why this role is a fit for you; and 2) your resume. Submit your application by 31 May 2026. Ensure that both documents are shared as PDF documents. We review applications on a rolling basis.

Trees for the Future is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, or other characteristics or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

We embrace and value diverse skill sets and backgrounds. We are a community of leaders who are proud to represent many different national, racial, ethnic, socio-economic, religious, gender, and other identities. Our diversity as a community is our strength, driving our ability to be empathetic, visionary, and effective leaders.

Due to the high volume of applications received, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The pay range for this role is: 3,856,266 - 4,978,505 TZS per month (Tanzania Head Office)