Vacancies Advertisement for the Smart Smallholder Dairy Transformation Project (C-SDTP)
The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania (GoT) have partnered to enhance the livelihoods of rural communities through the Smart Smallholder Dairy Transformation Project (C-SDTP). This initiative focuses on smallholder dairy producers with the goal of transforming the dairy value chain to improve incomes, increase food safety, and mitigate the dairy sector’s environmental impact. The development objective is to enhance income and resilience for smallholder dairy producers while increasing their participation in the dairy value chain.
The project targets 140,000 households, representing 700,000 people, with 40% of direct beneficiaries being women and 30% youth. It will be implemented in the following geographical areas:
- Mbeya (Rungwe DC, Mbeya DC, Busokelo DC)
- Iringa (Mufindi DC, Kilolo DC, Iringa DC)
- Njombe (Njombe DC, Njombe TC, Wanging’ombe DC)
- Tanga (Lushoto DC, Muheza DC, Mkinga DC)
- Morogoro (Mvomero DC, Morogoro DC, Kilosa DC)
- Arusha (Meru DC, Arusha DC)
- Kilimanjaro (Siha DC, Moshi DC)
- Pwani/Coast (Rufiji DC, Mkuranga DC)
- Zanzibar-Unguja (West A, West B, Central, North A, North B, South)
- Pemba (North, South)
The C-SDTP is managed under the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries (MLF), in alignment with the Ministry of Finance and Planning, Vice President’s Office (VPO), President’s Office-Regional Administration and Local Government (PO-RALG) for mainland Tanzania, and the First Vice President’s Office in Zanzibar, along with representatives from the private sector and farmers’ organizations.
The Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries invites applications for the following positions, supported by IFAD’s financial contribution:
1. Project Accountant – PCO Dodoma
The Project Accountant will maintain accurate financial records, prepare financial reports, ensure compliance with donor and government financial management procedures, and support project implementation by providing timely financial information. The Accountant will report to the Finance and Administration Manager, work closely with the Ministry’s Finance Department and IFAD’s financial management team, and be hired through competitive recruitment from seconded government staff and/or external candidates.
Academic Qualifications, Experience, Skills, and Attitudes
- Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. A professional certification (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent) is an added advantage.
- Experience: At least five (5) years’ experience in financial management, preferably in donor-funded projects.
- Skills and Attitudes:
- Good knowledge of IFAD financial management procedures or other international donor requirements is desirable.
- Strong computer skills with proficiency in accounting software and MS Office.
- Good communication skills.
- High integrity and attention to detail.
2. Nutrition Specialist – PCO Dodoma
The Nutrition Specialist will provide technical leadership for the project’s nutrition agenda, designing and operationalizing nutrition education and social behavior change communication (SBCC) to ensure dairy value-chain gains translate into improved diets and nutrition outcomes for target households. Responsibilities include promoting safe milk processing/outlets, running a national SBCC campaign, and embedding nutrition education in extension and Livestock Farmer Field Schools (L-FFS), including school-based activities and links to school feeding. The specialist will report to the Project Coordinator and work closely with the PCO Social Inclusion Specialist and Knowledge Management Specialist. Recruitment will be competitive, from seconded government staff and/or external candidates.
Academic Qualifications, Experience, Skills, and Attitudes
- Educational Background: Master’s degree in Nutrition or related field. Advanced training in SBCC is an asset.
- Experience:
- At least five (5) years of experience in designing nutrition education and SBCC materials, preferably in rural/agricultural contexts.
- Good understanding of behavior change communication theory and nutrition education strategies/examples; previous similar experience is an asset.
3. Knowledge Management and Communications Specialist – PCO Dodoma
The Knowledge Management and Communications Specialist will enhance project visibility and results, converting feedback from beneficiaries into policy briefs. The specialist will report to the Project Coordinator, work closely with the M&E Officer and other technical specialists, and be hired through competitive recruitment from seconded government staff and/or external candidates.
Academic Qualifications, Experience, Skills, and Attitudes
- Educational Background: University degree in Communications, Journalism, International Development, Economics, or related field. A Master’s degree is an added advantage.
- Experience:
- Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in a knowledge management position for international development projects.
- Experience integrating knowledge management with M&E (evidence generation, learning loops, data-driven storytelling) and/or managing KM/communications budgets and procurement is an asset.
- Working experience with IFAD-funded projects is an advantage.
4. Information Technology (IT) Specialist – PCO Dodoma
The IT Specialist will lead the project’s digital transformation agenda, ensuring secure, interoperable, user-centered systems for farmers, producer organizations, service providers, and public institutions. The specialist will report to the Project Coordinator, work under technical matrix supervision from the MLF ICT Unit, and be hired through competitive recruitment from seconded government staff and/or external candidates.
- Educational Background: University degree in Systems/ICT/Information Systems or related field, with 8+ years of directly relevant experience. A Master’s degree is an added advantage.
- Experience:
- Advanced level competencies in ICT systems supporting rural development.
- Experience working with private sector mobile network operators.
- Working experience with IFAD-funded projects is an advantage.
- Proven track record in systems rollout, user training, and vendor/SLA management.
- Demonstrable experience in systems integration (APIs), data governance, and writing technical documentation and SOPs.
5. Administrative Secretary – PCO Dodoma
The Administrative Secretary will provide administrative and secretarial support to the Project Coordination Office (PCO), ensuring effective communication, proper record-keeping, logistical support, and smooth day-to-day project operations. The secretary will report to the Finance and Administration Manager, work closely with project staff, Ministry officials, and development partners, and be hired through competitive recruitment from seconded government staff and/or external candidates.
Academic Qualifications, Experience, Skills, and Attitudes
- Educational Background: Diploma in Secretarial Studies, Business Administration, or related field.
- Experience: Minimum of three (3) years’ relevant experience as a Secretary or Administrative Assistant, preferably in donor-funded projects.
- Skills and Attitudes:
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and office management systems.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
- High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
6. Drivers – PCO Dodoma
Drivers will provide safe, timely, and efficient transportation services for the C-SDTP Project Coordination Office (PCO) and implementing partners, ensuring proper care, cleanliness, and preventative maintenance of assigned vehicles. They will report to the Finance and Administration Manager and be hired through competitive recruitment from seconded government staff and/or external candidates.
Academic Qualifications, Experience, Skills, and Attitudes
- Educational Background: Secondary education (Form IV/Form VI or equivalent).
- Experience:
- At least five (5) years’ experience as a Driver, preferably in donor-funded projects, NGOs, or government institutions.
- Level I certificate in Motor Vehicle Maintenance/Mechanics is an added advantage.