Program Assistant – Fisheries and Aquaculture
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Kilimo Trust is recruiting a Program Assistant – Fisheries and Aquaculture in Dodoma for the regional WYEEFIMA project. The fixed-term, renewable role coordinates partners, trainers and programme activities, supports work plans and budgets, and monitors delivery through field visits.
- Fixed-Term Contract, renewable, at job grade KT6.
- Coordinates WYEEFIMA activities in Tanzania and links trainers, partners and programme staff.
- Supports work plans, budgets, progress monitoring and field visits.
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Kilimo Trust is recruiting a Program Assistant – Fisheries and Aquaculture in Dodoma for the regional WYEEFIMA project. The fixed-term, renewable role coordinates partners, trainers and programme activities, supports work plans and budgets, and monitors delivery through field visits.
- Fixed-Term Contract, renewable, at job grade KT6.
- Coordinates WYEEFIMA activities in Tanzania and links trainers, partners and programme staff.
- Supports work plans, budgets, progress monitoring and field visits.
- Works with women, youth and MSMEs in fisheries and aquaculture value chains.
- Application deadline: Sunday, 8 November 2026.
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Original source description
Organisation:
Kilimo Trust (KT)
Job Title:
Program Assistant – Fisheries and Aquaculture
Programme:
Regional East Africa Women and Youth Economic Empowerment in Fisheries Project (WYEEFIMA)
Job Grade:
KT6
Duty Station:
Dodoma, Tanzania
Reports To:
Tanzania Officer in Charge, with a dotted reporting line to the Program Officer
Direct Reports:
Trainers of Trainers (ToTs) and Associates (Consultants)
Employment Category:
Fixed-Term Contract, Renewable
Job Advertisement Date:
29 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Sunday, 8 November 2026
About Kilimo Trust
Kilimo Trust is a regional organisation working to support agricultural development and improve livelihoods through inclusive, market-led agricultural initiatives. Through programmes such as WYEEFIMA, the organisation works with partners and stakeholders to strengthen economic opportunities for women and young people in fisheries and aquaculture value chains.
Purpose of the Job
The Program Assistant – Fisheries and Aquaculture will coordinate the implementation of WYEEFIMA activities in Tanzania, working with partners, government agencies, communities, and programme participants to strengthen the engagement of women and youth in fisheries and aquaculture value chains.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
1. Management of Project Partners
Support the recruitment, deployment, and supervision of WYEEFIMA Trainers of Trainers (ToTs), including Village-Based Advisors (VBAs) and Resident Associates (RAs).
Build the capacity of ToTs in fisheries and aquaculture best practices to support effective programme implementation.
Coordinate ToT activities and serve as a link between the ToTs, the Officer in Charge, and the WYEEFIMA Programme Team Lead.
Mobilise and enrol eligible WYEEFIMA participants, including youth aged 18–35 years, women-led groups, and fish micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), on the PropaData platform.
Strengthen linkages among producers, off-takers, transporters, border officials, local governments, and other stakeholders in the fisheries and aquaculture value chain.
2. Project Planning and Implementation
Support the development of quarterly and annual WYEEFIMA work plans and budgets for approval.
Implement programme activities and monitor progress against established targets and key performance indicators.
Conduct regular field visits to monitor, support, and evaluate programme implementation.
Ensure compliance with Kilimo Trust and donor requirements, standards, and procedures.
Build the capacity of youth champions in fish post-harvest handling, food safety standards, and value addition.
Provide technical support to consultants in planning and delivering field activities and training.
3. Project Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting
Support the development and implementation of the project Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) plan in collaboration with the Project Team Lead and the Monitoring and Evaluation team.
Coordinate MEAL activities and ensure timely collection of programme data.
Manage accurate data collection, analysis, and reporting in line with donor requirements.
Prepare and submit timely quarterly progress reports to the Officer in Charge, Tanzania, for onward submission to the Programme Team Lead.
4. Information and Communication
Work closely with the Team Leader to ensure effective communication and engagement with project stakeholders and partners.
Collaborate with the Communications Officer to document and disseminate best practices, success stories, lessons learned, articles, and other project knowledge products.
Analyse programme data and develop knowledge products, including articles, blogs, case studies, and short videos.
5. Project Finance and Administration
Comply with Kilimo Trust’s financial policies and operational procedures.
Ensure that the value-for-money principle is upheld throughout programme implementation.
Key Performance Indicators and Expected Results
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Performance will be assessed against the following key result areas:
Creation of cross-border trade jobs in the fish value chain, including wage employment and self-employment opportunities for women and youth participating in the WYEEFIMA programme.
Increase in the volume and value of fish and fish products traded through cross-border trade.
Number of trainings conducted in post-harvest handling (PHH) and market access.
Number of fish MSMEs supported to participate in cross-border trade.
Institutional and organisational capacity developed among WYEEFIMA partners.
Access to start-up kits and inputs for eligible women and youth groups operating fish cross-border trade enterprises.
Number of fish value chain actors registered and enrolled as members of cross-border trade (CBT) associations.
Number of CBT associations established within the project area.
Empowerment of youth champions through established networks.
Development of required knowledge products for WYEEFIMA participants and partners.
Number of fish enterprises and groups supported to access knowledge products, non-financial products, financial services, and business development services (BDS).
Number of institutions supported to provide employment services to youth.
Qualifications and Experience Required
Academic Qualifications
A Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Aquatic Sciences and Fisheries, Aquaculture, Aquaculture and Aquatic Sciences, or a related field as specified in the advertisement.
A Master’s degree in any of the listed fields or in Natural Resource Economics and Management will be an added advantage.
Professional Training
Professional training in aquaculture, women and gender studies, or youth empowerment is a requirement.
Experience
A minimum of five years of progressive project management experience, particularly in youth and women empowerment initiatives in East Africa, is a strong requirement.
Demonstrated technical experience in the aquaculture sector, cross-border trade, and entrepreneurship is a key requirement.
Experience supervising and coordinating diverse teams will be an added advantage.
Demonstrated ability to write concise, impactful field-level and country-level reports.
Ability to multitask and deliver quality work under tight deadlines.
Personal Attributes and Language Skills
The successful candidate should demonstrate:
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Integrity and professionalism.
Self-motivation and initiative.
Courtesy and strong interpersonal skills.
Innovation and problem-solving ability.
Effective time management.
Ability to speak and communicate effectively in Kiswahili and at least one local language used by Tanzania’s fishing communities.
Application Instructions
Interested and qualified candidates should prepare and submit the following documents and information:
Application letter explaining their suitability for the position.
Updated curriculum vitae (CV) highlighting relevant skills and experience in relation to the responsibilities and experience requirements outlined in the advertisement.
Three referees’ details, including their names and contact information, together with each referee’s daytime contact telephone number.
Copies of academic certificates and transcripts for O-Level, A-Level, undergraduate, and postgraduate qualifications, where applicable.
Names and contact details of immediate supervisors from the applicant’s current job and two most recent previous jobs.
Applicant’s daytime contact telephone number.
Where to Submit the Application
Applications must be submitted electronically through the Kilimo Trust Odoo recruitment system and addressed to:
The Human Resource Manager
Kilimo Trust
CLICK/TAP HERE TO APPLY:
https://erp.kilimotrust.org/jobs/detail/program-assistant-fisheries-and-aquaculture-102
Application Deadline:
Sunday, 8 November 2026
Important Notice:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.