National Community Volunteer (9 Positions) at World Food Programme offers an opportunity for qualified candidates to support agricultural development programmes for smallholder farmers in Mwanza, Tanzania. The positions are full-time and onsite under WFP Tanzania’s Country Strategic Plan, focusing on climate-resilient livelihoods, food security, nutrition improvement, sustainable farming, market access, and value chain development.

Successful candidates will work closely with WFP technical teams, cooperating partners, farmers, and local communities to support field-based agricultural activities, training coordination, data collection, and programme implementation. The role aims to strengthen farming systems, improve agricultural productivity, and promote sustainable natural resource management while ensuring socially inclusive and environmentally sustainable interventions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting collection of seasonal crop production and income data
• Assisting in training activities on sustainable agronomic practices
• Supporting implementation of farming standards and best practices
• Providing field support to farmers and cooperating partners
• Assisting documentation of field experiences and agricultural trends
• Supporting crop protection and farm management training activities
• Assisting establishment and follow-up of demonstration sites and training platforms
• Coordinating with value chain actors to address youth agribusiness challenges
• Conducting field monitoring and programme tracking activities
• Collecting field observations and supporting programme learning
• Promoting gender equity, youth inclusion, and environmental sustainability
• Organizing trainings for farmers and value chain actors
• Reviewing partner reports for quality assurance
• Performing other duties assigned by supervisors

Requirements include:

• At least 2 years of relevant experience
• Fluency in English
• Fluency in Swahili is desirable
• Technical or vocational diploma in agricultural studies
• University degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Sciences, Crop Production, Horticulture, Community Development, Agricultural Extension, Agricultural Education, Economics, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management, or related fields is highly recommended
• Integrity and accountability
• Respect for communities and local cultures
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Community engagement and mobilization skills
• Teamwork and collaboration abilities
• Cultural sensitivity and respect for diversity
• Problem-solving and adaptability skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Experience in community programmes, development work, public sector, private sector, or agricultural support activities
• Strong interest in agricultural development and food security
• Basic understanding of community engagement approaches
• Knowledge of agricultural support activities and field-level programme implementation
• Ability to work closely with farmers, partners, and local communities
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Data collection and reporting skills
• Understanding of food security and agricultural activities in Tanzania

The organization is looking for proactive and motivated individuals capable of supporting farmers and communities while contributing to sustainable agricultural development and improved livelihoods. The deadline for applications is 28 May 2026.