About TOAM

Tanzania Organic Agriculture Movement (TOAM) is a membership-based organization registered in May 2005 under the NGO Act of 2002, with headquarters in Dar Es Salaam. TOAM coordinates and promotes the development of organic farming among farmers, distributors, and consumers through networking and information distribution. Also, TOAM serves as the Secretariat of the implementation task force (ITF) for the National Ecological Organic Agriculture Strategy (NEOAS) implementation.

TOAM is seeking a highly motivated and experienced NEOAS Coordinator to lead the coordination, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of NEOAS activities at the national level.

Job Vacancy: NEOAS Coordinator

• Position: National Ecological Organic Agriculture Strategy (NEOAS) Coordinator
• Duty Station: Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
• Contract Type: Full-time, Fixed-term (renewable based on performance and funding)
• Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO), TOAM

Purpose

To lead and coordinate the strategic implementation of the NEOAS, positioning ecological organic agriculture as a cornerstone of sustainable development for Tanzania’s agriculture sector. The coordinator will serve as a pivotal leader in mobilizing stakeholders, ensuring effective policy integration, resource mobilization, and monitoring progress toward transformational outcomes for farmers, markets, climate resilience, and environmental sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership & Roadmap Development: Design, develop, and continuously refine a comprehensive implementation roadmap in collaboration with the ITF members, ministries, and stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Building: Lead efforts to secure commitments from government agencies, civil society, the private sector, and development partners. Foster relationships to leverage funding, technical support, and strategic alliances.
• Resource Mobilization & Investment Planning: Co-create and execute a national funding and investment strategy aligned with NEOAS priorities. Advocate for ecological organic agriculture in national policy agendas and financing mechanisms.
• Policy Advocacy & Positioning: Identify opportunities to embed EOA principles within national agricultural, climate, and development policies. Represent the initiative at high-level forums and negotiations.
• Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting: Establish robust monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks to track implementation progress, outcomes, and impacts. Provide regular, concise reports for stakeholders, funders, and policymakers.
• Operational Oversight & Facilitation: Ensure the effective functioning of the ITF, including convening meetings, producing policy briefs, organizing public engagement events, and managing resources efficiently (liaising with zonal coordinators/focal personnel).
• Communication & Stakeholder Dialogue: Promote transparency and inclusive dialogue through effective communication channels. Foster a collaborative environment that encourages the sharing of needs, challenges, and best practices.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven Track Record: Demonstrated success in leading policy implementation, multi-stakeholder coordination, or sectoral reforms, preferably in agriculture, environment, or rural development.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in high-level strategic coordination, policy advocacy, or program management within governmental, international, or civil society contexts.
• Education: Advanced degree (master’s) in agricultural sciences, food systems, environmental policy, development studies, political science, or related fields.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and strategic planning abilities.
• Excellent communication skills—written, verbal, and facilitation.
• Proven ability to navigate complex policy environments and negotiate diverse interests.
• Sound analytical skills with experience in designing and implementing M&E systems.
• Organizational excellence with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience in resource mobilization and partnership development.
• Respectful, open, and inclusive in approach, with a reputation for building trust and teamwork.

Personal Attributes

• Results-oriented with a proactive approach.
• Capable of inspiring collaboration across sectors and levels.
• Adaptable and resilient in dynamic environments.
• Committed to sustainable agriculture and environmental stewardship.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to lead a national strategy with significant impact on sustainable food systems.
• Collaborative and dynamic working environment.
• Exposure to regional and international networks in ecological organic agriculture.

Interested candidates should submit the following:

• A cover letter (max. two pages) explaining suitability for the role.
• A detailed CV (max. five pages) including three referees.

Applications should be sent by email to [email protected] or [email protected] with the subject line: Application-NEOAS Coordinator.

• Deadline for Submission: Friday, 31st October 2025 (5:00 PM EAT).
• Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. TOAM is an equal opportunity employer; we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.