Aqua-Farms Organization (AFO) is a Non-Governmental Organization registered under the NGO Act, 2002, of the government of the United Republic of Tanzania with registration number ooNGO/0009297. Aqua-Farms Organization was established in 2016 and became registered on 6th July 2017. The organization aims to boost financial access, heighten community awareness about aquatic conservation, and vigorously advocate for community-driven economic growth.

Job Summary The Livelihood Field Officer plays a vital role in bridging the gap between Aqua Farm Organisation’s (AFO) program management and the field team (facilitators) and the communities. This position is critical in ensuring effective communication, guiding program implementation, and ensuring that project priorities are clearly understood and executed. The Livelihood Field Officer will manage day-to-day program operations, supervise the Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLA) facilitators, and work closely with community groups to ensure the success of AFO’s livelihood initiatives in the Tanga Region.

Key Responsibilities:

A. Program Management:
● Lead the development and execution of livelihood program activities, with a focus on VSLA and seaweed farming initiatives.
● Guide and support VSLA facilitators in executing monthly plans and budgets, ensuring monitoring and evaluation processes are followed.
● Oversee the formation of VSLA groups and ensure facilitators provide training as per the approved training materials.
● Track the health of VSLA groups using the Management
Information System (MIS) and other monitoring tools.
● Organize and coordinate group events, including meetings with village leaders, group training sessions, and environmental awareness campaigns.
● Facilitate community events like environmental clean-ups and support initiatives for vulnerable groups.

● Prepare and manage evaluation calendars for program end cycles and implementation schedules.
● Conduct field visits and audits to assess the effectiveness of facilitators in implementing program activities.
● Collaborate with facilitators to ensure groups maintain proper records and ensure targets are met.
● Provide feedback to the Livelihood Program Manager on program progress, challenges, and outcomes.
● Implement corrective actions when necessary and encourage facilitators to operate with professionalism and independence.
● Chairs monthly facilitators’ meetings and ensures the implementation of program activities through regular spot-checks.

B. Facilitator Training and Assessment:
● Collaborate with the Livelihood Program Manager to develop high-quality training materials in line with the VSLA curriculum.
● Conduct training assessments to evaluate facilitators’ ability to deliver effective training sessions.
● Ensure that training provided to community groups aligns with high-quality standards and program objectives.

C. Reporting and Documentation:
● Provide regular program updates to the Livelihood Program
Manager on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis.
● Ensure proper documentation of program activities, success stories, training records, and facilitator evaluations.
● Respond to management inquiries and report on program activities and outcomes.
● Collect high-quality data and produce comprehensive reports, including documentation of success stories, highlights, and visual documentation.

D. Capacity Building and Community Engagement:
● Provide ongoing training and mentorship to community groups, focusing on financial literacy, sustainable practices, and business management.
● Facilitate community education sessions on environmental conservation and sustainable seaweed farming practices.
● Support community-led initiatives that promote reconciliation, social cohesion, and economic empowerment.
● Engage with local stakeholders and community leaders to strengthen partnerships and ensure shared responsibility for program success.

Additional responsibilities
● Any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Experience & Qualifications:
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs), community development, or livelihood programs, with a strong background in financial literacy, business management, and environmental conservation.
• Education: A degree or diploma in community development, business administration, agriculture, environmental science, or a related field.

Skills & Capabilities:
• Strong leadership, management, and team-building skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build relationships with diverse community groups, local stakeholders, and facilitators.
• In-depth knowledge and experience in the establishment and management of VSLAs.
• Proficiency in program monitoring, evaluation, and reporting.
• Experience in organizing and facilitating training sessions for community groups.
• Ability to use monitoring tools such as MIS systems to track program progress.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to program implementation.
• Passion for working with women and youth in rural, coastal communities.

Personal qualities
● Commitment to own continuing personal and professional development.
● Empathetic and committed to community empowerment and development.
● Adaptable, with a hands-on approach to fieldwork and problem-solving.
● A strong advocate for inclusivity, equity, and sustainable development.
● Ability to motivate and inspire others to achieve program goals.

Other requirements
● Able to work out of hours during any emergency or critical incident.
● Must possess a personal computer
● Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time.
Application process: All applications should be submitted through this link (Click link)
AFO is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.