The Tanzania Forest Conservation Group (TFCG) is a national NGO whose mission is to reduce poverty in rural communities and to conserve the biodiversity of globally important forests in Tanzania for the benefit of the present and future generations. TFCG is implementing the Eco-schools in Africa Programme – Tanzania and this position is financed by SWISSAID. The overall programme objective of the Eco-School is: To scale up the provision of environmental and agroecology education to primary and secondary schools in communities around Mtwara and Lindi regions.
As part of this project, TFCG is seeking applications from qualified Tanzanian women and men for the following position:
Assistant Environmental Education Officer, Lindi
Responsibilities
- The Assistant Environmental Education Officer will implement specific programme activities in accordance with the work plan and budget submitted by TFCG to SWISSAID with a specific focus on project outcome 1 and 2. The Assistant Environmental Education Officer will strengthen Eco-school Environmental Governance and Leadership in 20 schools to fosters student leadership and engagement in environmental decision-making.
- The Assistant Environmental Education Officer shall enhance Environmental Conservation and nutrition among students through establishment of agroecological microprojects in schools.
- To assist in monitoring and documenting the programme’s activities using the indicators outlined in the logical frame work.
Qualifications and experience
- BSc. in a related discipline such as Forestry, Education, Biological sciences, Environmental sciences or B.Ed.
- Formal training on a rights-based approach to education is preferred.
- At least 3 years relevant practical experience in the field of education for sustainable development including work with schools, rural communities and local authorities.
How you can apply
The Job Description and other details are available here
Qualified candidates should send applications including CV, covering letter, contact details (including an e-mail address and phone number) and contacts of three professional referees to: personnel@tfcg.or.tz
The deadline for applications is 04:00pm on 23rd May, 2025.