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Jobs in Tanzania 2023: New Job Vacancies at Solidaridad Network Tanzania 2023
Solidaridad Network Tanzania Jobs, 2023
ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUNDSolidaridad is a global network civil society organization with expertise in developing sustainable market-oriented supply chains, farmer training, certification and credit linkages related to coffee, cocoa, cotton and 10 other commodities. The organization has experience in managing international programmes working with grass root organizations, producers, civil society and local government, and core and support role private sector actors. Solidaridad has a strong presence in Africa and Asia, as well as North, Central and South America (www.solidaridadnetwork.org).
Solidaridad is currently implementing the project titled To Certification and Beyond: “Market access for sustainable coffee, horticulture and tea from Tanzania. The project is implemented in Zanzibar (Unguja and Pemba), Mbeya, Njombe, Ruvuma and Songwe with the aim of supporting the voluntary certification process of the coffee, tea and horticulture producer groups in Tanzania.
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The overall objective for this project is to address issues surrounding effective use of certification schemes and use of voluntary sustainability standards (VSS) to improve and drive market opportunities for Tanzanian “branded” sustainable tea, coffee and horticulture products. The Specific objectives will include: i) improving domestic, regional and international market access for Tanzanian “branded” sustainable tea, coffee and horticulture products; and ii) supporting the adoption of identified voluntary sustainability standards.
1. Development and publication of four position papers: To Certification and Beyond: “Market access for sustainable coffee, horticulture and tea from Tanzania” Project
As part of the interventions towards creating positive impact to farmers in certification and market access, the project is aiming at developing and publishing four position papers that will address and influence positive changes in the agricultural sector. In this regard, Solidaridad is recruiting a consultant to support the development, writing and publishing the papers.
OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSIGNMENT
The overall objective of this assignment is to develop and publish the one position paper on:
1. Avocado production and marketing in Tanzania.
2. Coffee Production and Marketing in Tanzania
3. Tea production and marketing in Tanzania
4. Voluntary Sustainability Standards (VSS) and Certification process (impact of VSS and private certification) in for smallholder farmers in Tanzania.
3.0 DELIVERABLES
1. One position paper topic for each theme: avocado, coffee, tea and VSS (to be agreed with the project team)
2. One position paper developed and published for each topic/theme
QUALIFICATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Education
· University degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Agronomy, Crop Protection, Environmental Sciences or related and relevant field (master degree and above preferred).
· Relevant professional training and experience in paper writing and publication
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· At least 5 years’ working experience in horticulture (for avocado), agriculture sector in Tanzania.
· Experience in voluntary sustainability standards and certification schemes required (for VSS and certification position paper)
· At least five years’ experience in conducting and leading writeshop and publication of position papers
CONSULTANCY PERIOD
Details will be worked out jointly with the consultant team and project staff. However, the work is expected to commence in late January for an estimated 30 days’ period. This time duration does not include the writeshop, which will be organized and coordinated by Solidaridad.
2. Development of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Internal Inspection (GlobalGap Certification); Certification and Beyond: “Market access for sustainable coffee, horticulture and tea from Tanzania” Project
As part of the interventions towards producer groups’/AMCOS certification the project will build capacity within and for the groups/AMCOS to become eligible for different voluntary certification labels. In this regard, Solidaridad is recruiting a consultant to support the horticulture groups in Njombe District Council and Wanging’ombe District to develop quality management systems and internal inspection to abide with the Global Gap certification.
OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSIGNMENT
The overall objective of this assignment is to support 12 horticultural groups in two districts of Njombe DC and Wanging’ombe DC to develop a clear and sound quality management system for Global Gap Certification. In addition, the consultant is expected to conduct internal inspection to prepare the groups for the external audits.
KEY ACTIVITIES
i. Establishment of QMS teams with support from FO and PMEL
ii. Provide intensive training to QMS team
iii. Develop a clear and sound quality management system
iv. Provide training to QMS team on internal inspection
v. Conduct internal inspection along with QMS team, FO and PMEL
DELIVERABLES
1. Detailed training report (details on the processes followed and achievement reached)-a separate report for development of quality management system and the internal inspection.
2. Quality Management System developed for each group
The groups have already received voluntary sustainability standard training from Solidaridad.
QUALIFICATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Education
· University degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Agronomy, Crop Protection, Environmental Sciences or related and relevant field.
· Relevant professional training and certification in Global G.A.P. implementation from a recognized institution is mandatory.
· Relevant training in food safety, quality and hygiene.
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Experience
· At least 5 years’ working experience in Global G.A.P. implementation in fresh fruits and vegetables sector preferably including in Avocados in the small and medium scale farmers’ context.
· Has successfully helped producers/exporters certify against Global G.A.P standard or benchmarked equivalent scheme.
CONSULTANCY PERIOD
Details will be worked out jointly with the consultant team and project staff. However, the work is expected to commence in late January for an estimated 30 days’ period.
3. Development of Quality Management Systems (QMS) and Internal Inspection (GlobalGap Certification); “Market access for sustainable coffee, horticulture and tea from Tanzania” Project
As part of the interventions towards producer groups’/AMCOS certification the project will build capacity within and for the groups/AMCOS to become eligible for different voluntary certification labels. In this regard, Solidaridad is recruiting a consultant to support the horticulture groups in Njombe Town Council to develop quality management systems and internal inspection to abide with the Global Gap certification.
OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSIGNMENT
The overall objective of this assignment is to support 14 horticultural groups in Njombe Town Council to develop a clear and sound quality management system for Global Gap Certification. In addition, the consultant is expected to conduct internal inspection to prepare the groups for the external audits.
KEY ACTIVITIES
i. Establishment of QMS teams with support from FO and PMEL
ii. Provide intensive training to QMS team
iii. Develop a clear and sound quality management system
iv. Provide training to QMS team on internal inspection
v. Conduct internal inspection along with QMS team, FO and PMEL
DELIVERABLES
1. Detailed training report (details on the processes followed and achievement reached)-a separate report for development of quality management system and the internal inspection.
2. Quality Management System developed for each group
The groups have already received voluntary sustainability standard training from Solidaridad.
QUALIFICATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Education
- University degree in Agriculture, Horticulture, Agronomy, Crop Protection, Environmental Sciences or related and relevant field.
- Relevant professional training and certification in Global G.A.P. implementation from a recognized institution is mandatory.
- Relevant training in food safety, quality and hygiene.
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- At least 5 years’ working experience in Global G.A.P. implementation in fresh fruits and vegetables sector preferably including in Avocados in the small and medium scale farmers’ context.
- Has successfully helped producers/exporters certify against Global G.A.P standard or benchmarked equivalent scheme.
CONSULTANCY PERIOD
Details will be worked out jointly with the consultant team and project staff. However, the work is expected to commence in late January for an estimated 30 days’ period.
How to apply
6.0 APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications should be submitted no later than 14th January 2023. Applications should include the following: Application letter/proposal addressing understanding of this ToR, candidate’s previous experience as well as their interest for the position. It should also indicate the candidate’s availability and consultancy rates. The rates should be in Tanzania Shillings (Tsh) and should cover all costs expected to be incurred by a consultant.
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Include one (1) updated CV for the consultant and at least two publications (link) that the consultant has done before.
Please apply for only one topic/theme (avocado/coffee/tea/VSS).
All applications should be sent to the following email: procurement.tz@solidaridadnetwork.org
Attn: Country Manager
Solidaridad Eastern and Central Africa Expertise Centre (Tanzania office)
P.O. Box 544 – Arusha
Note: Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification and only successful candidates will be contacted.
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