The Jane Goodall Institute (JGI) is a global community conservation organization that advances the vision and work of Dr. Jane Goodall by conserving chimpanzees and inspiring communities to conserve the natural world we all share, we improve the lives of people, animals, and the environment. We strongly believe everything is connected and everyone can make a difference.
The Jane Goodall Institute Tanzania (JGI-TZ) is a reputable and rapidly expanding non-governmental organization committed to wildlife research, conservation, socio-economic development, and environmental education. The Jane Goodall Institute Tanzania (JGI-TZ) was founded in 2001 by Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE. The JGI Tanzania with its partners makes a difference through community cantered conservation, chimpanzees research projects, youths’ environmental education, the innovative use of science and technology, we work closely with local communities in Tanzania, inspiring hope through a collective power of individual action.
The Jane Goodall Institute Tanzania with funding from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to support implementation of the new USAID funded project, USAID Tumaini Kupitia Vitendo is currently seeking to recruit a suitably qualified and competent Tanzanian to fill the following vacant position:
Job Position: Community Development Officer
Program: USAID Tumaini Kupitia Vitendo
Duty Station: Kigoma or Mpanda
Reporting Line: Senior Livelihoods and Rural Finance Officer
The Community Development Officer will provide technically and managerial support including general management, oversight, advice, and implementation for all community development related activities include Community Conservation Banks (COCOBA) and development of new conservation-oriented enterprises and livelihoods improvement initiatives. That position aimed to strengthen the participation of communities’ capabilities in all program components including conservation, planning, land use planning, natural resources governance, conservation education, agriculture, agro forestry, livelihood activities, public awareness, gender equity and social inclusion, programs capability to make sure that communities increase understanding and livelihoods.
All applications should be submitted together with the most recent Curriculum Vitae (CV)/resume, copy of relevant academic certificates & transcripts, testimonials, three names of reputable referees, daytime telephone number or e-mail address, and should be sent to the following e-mail address: recruitment@janegoodall.or.tz
Only the final shortlisted candidates will be interviewed and provided with the interview feedback.
Deadline: Sunday, 04th February 2024 before 5 pm in the evening.
JGI Tanzania is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, national or tribal origin, religious belief, gender, or marital status.
QUALIFIED FEMALE APPLICANTS ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.