AGRONOMY OFFICER

VACANCY ADVERTISEMENT
HAND IN HAND
EASTERN AFRICA (TZ)
Hand in Hand Eastern Africa-Tanzania (HIHEA TZ) is a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO)
registered in Tanzania since 2018 with a mandate to operate in the country, and part of the Hand in
Hand Global Network. Our vision is to empower the society, especially women, through the creation
of sustainable enterprises and jobs. HIHEA (TZ) currently leads field operations through seven
branches, in Moshi, Arusha, Manyara, Dodoma, Iringa, Singida & Meatu.
The organization works with marginalized communities in the areas of economic and social empowerment
using a participatory approach aimed at helping people fight poverty and vulnerability. The Hand in Hand
enterprise and job creation approach is based on a philosophy of self-help, providing training, skills and
support to enable people living in poverty, particularly women, to build and sustain independent, market-
based, economic activities. This provides for a higher level of income for them and their families, which
in turn contributes to greater food security, better education for children, and increased access to
healthcare, improved housing, and overall improved livelihoods.
SUMMARY: AGRONOMY OFFICER JOB DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS.
REF.NO: HTZ AG-01/2026 (01) POST:
1. JOB SUMMARY - PURPOSE
The position is responsible for the implementation of program activities specifically under the
HILTI Roots Tanzania project within the assigned target areas and communities in compliance
with established policies and procedures.
2. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
T1. Work closelywith project teams during identification, selection, and recruitment of potential
groups/members in accordance with the established operations policy.
T2. Supervise training of groups on the HIHEA TZ Circular Economy and Regenerative Agriculture
(CERA) curriculum modules and Gender Transformative Approach (GTA).
T3. Assess and mobilize eligible farmers to establish and strengthen viable producer groups or
cooperatives within targeted project areas, promoting collective production, service access,
and market engagement.
T4. Establish and manage Circular and Regenerative lead farmers' demonstration farm initiatives.
T5. Support timely selection of CERA champion farmers and establishment of the CERA replication
farming enterprises.
T6. Provide agronomic advisory services to farmers on crop production, soil health, integrated
pest and disease management, climate-smart agriculture, and regenerative farming practices.
T7. Work with the team to assess groups/members' access to Agri-loans/credit and facilitate
submitting applications to the relevant approvers/bodies.
Develop, implement, and monitor seasonal agronomic plans for targeted value chains,
including crop calendars,input recommendations, field demonstrations, and production
performance assessments.
T9.
Support value chain mapping and assessment to identify and prioritize viable value chains
with high potential for CERA adoption, productivity, profitability, and resilience in targeted
project areas.
T10. Organize and facilitate farmers' exposure, peer-to-peer, and practical learning visits.
T11. Prepare and submit daily, monthly, semi-annual, and annual reports on time
T12. Represent HiH EA (TZ) in the designated area, including representation in local development committees; and
participate in relevant forums whenever nominated, such as government, community, and other
stakeholder forums.
T13. Participate in and assist with monitoring and evaluation, including supporting field activities, providing
data and information, adopting findings and recommendations, documenting case studies,
experiences, and lessons, and adopting best practices.
T14. Create and nurture effective working relationships with stakeholders: beneficiaries, local community, partners,
service providers, collaborators, relevant government agencies, etc.

T15. Maintain quality standards and ensure compliance with policies and procedures in the implementation of
activities in the assigned area.
T16. Ensure proper documentation and maintain adequate records for all activities through maintenance of a proper
and effective filing system.
T17. Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.
3. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Regenerative and Agro-ecological farming
knowledge, skills and abilities acquired through a combination of formal schooling, self-education,
prior experience, or on-the-job training.
a. Level of Education/Academic Qualification
•Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Agricultural Science, Crop Science, Horticulture, Soil Science,
Plant Science, or a closely related agricultural field. A qualification in Agricultural Economics,
Agribusiness, Environmental Science, or related disciplines may be considered where supported
by relevant agricultural field experience.
b. Specialized Training/Professional Qualifications
• Training inany of thefollowing areas: Agronomy, Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness,
Environmental Science, Community Development, Social Sciences, Microfinance, Marketing,
Business Management, or related field.
c. Competencies/Abilities/Skills Required
• Ability to assess farm enterprise profitability, production costs, market opportunities,
input requirements, and basic agricultural business performance.
• Training and coaching skills on Circular and Regenerative farming approaches.
• Management skills in Circular and Regenerative demonstration farm initiatives.
• Passion and ability to work with marginalized rural and peri-urban farmer communities.
• Positive attitude and high level of integrity and a good team player.
• Good interpersonal, public relations, and community mobilization skills with
demonstrated ability to develop and maintain constructive relationships and profitable
networks, and work with people of diverse backgrounds at the local community level.
• Good communication skills and working knowledge of English and Kiswahili.
• A license and experience riding a motorbike is an added advantage.
d. Relevant Work Experience
At least three(3) years of relevant experience in agronomy, agricultural extension, regenerative agriculture, agroecology,
climate-smart agriculture, or implementation of agricultural development projects, preferably with experience working
with smallholder farmers and farmer organizations.
Application process
Qualified and interested candidates should forward a cover letter and CV in one document
(PDF), citingthe Positionand Reference Number to careers@handinhandea.or.tz on or
before close of business by 23' September 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.
Website: http://handinhandea.or.tz/
PO Box 7152 Arusha.
Tel. +255 27 254 7559
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Giving Hope, Dignity and Choice
Disclaimer:
Hand in Hand Eastern Africa (TZ) is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge oraccept any
amount or security deposit from job seekers during the shortlisting/selection process or while inviting
candidates for an interview.