About the job
Management through an internship program
Cohort: May – July 2024
Position Title: Agriculture Management Intern
Location: tamu Tamu, Tanzania; Ifunda, Iringa Rural.
Duration: 3 months
Job Summary:
Are you passionate about agriculture, call yourself smart, and are an independent thinker?
Consider joining our team as an Agriculture Management Intern. You will work in the field, on strategic projects, and gain hands-on experience in managing agricultural operations. We welcome candidates with a university degree in agriculture, food science, or related fields.
This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to positive change, with the outlook to grow with an expanding company, moving out of the start-up phase, and venturing into greater product range, more exposure, and significant growth. Demonstrating these qualities during the internship period may in turn lead to long-term employment.
If you are passionate about making a difference, and thrive in a dynamic environment, we invite you to be a key player with us in reshaping the future of an entire industry.
Company Overview:
tamu tamu tanzania Ltd. (ttt) is a pioneer in local apple farming, carving out a unique niche in the agricultural landscape of Tanzania. At ttt, we are not just cultivating apples and apple trees; we are cultivating opportunities, and a sustainable future for East Africa.
Joining ttt means more than just a job; it’s an invitation to be part of a dynamic team committed to revolutionising apple farming in Tanzania. We are not afraid of hard work because we know it’s the backbone of our success. As we expand our footprint across the country, there is a strong sense of purpose that fuels our journey.
At the heart of ttt, innovation and resilience go hand-in-hand. We are not offering fancy positions; rather an opportunity to be a team player to contribute to something bigger, to learn, grow, and shape the future of the agriculture sector in Tanzania.
Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Support – assist in planning and implementing strategies for agricultural projects.
2. Data Assistance – Help collect agricultural data to find ways to improve our farming practices.
3. Project Coordination – Support the coordination of various agricultural projects.
4. Office Tasks – Use basic office tools to create reports and presentations.
5. Language Skills – Communicate effectively in both English and Swahili.
Requirements:
1. Education – University degree in agriculture, food science, or related field.
2. Thinking Skills – Ability to think strategically and contribute ideas.
3. Tech Skills – Basic skills in Microsoft Office and similar tools.
4. Communication – Good communication to team members and external stakeholders.
5. Personality – Out-going, honest, straight-forward, and a happy mentality. We expect our colleagues to enjoy work.
6. Attitude – We are looking for people who are passionate about what they do.
7. Integrity and Confidence – Trustworthy, able to stand your ground, and communicate your opinion.
8. Mentality – Hands-on, and not afraid of hard work.
Benefits:
1. Learning – Gain insights and practical skills in agriculture.
2. Networking – Build relationships within the company and the agricultural community.
3. Potential Job Opportunity – Successful completion may lead to a job offer (not guaranteed).
4. A small compensation is paid for basic cost coverage.
Disclaimer:
- The intern is requested to stay in the Ifunda area, or other area close-by to the farm.
- Internships are not paid at ttt. A small compensation is paid for basic cost coverage. The intern is expected to be able to sustain their basic needs.
- The internship is 3 months. If employment should follow, there will be a 3-month probation period, with an agriculture industry based salary. Performance will be reviewed after 12 months.
- We have high expectations at ttt. The successful applicant will be mentored intensively, with the potential to develop over time to a management level.
Upcoming positions:
- Strawberry production supervisor – production, harvest, packaging
- Apple tree nursery deputy officer – grafting, production, sales
- Administration and data management – office-related reporting work
- Poultry production supervisor
- Sales officer – CRM and sales of FMCG and Agri products
How to Apply:
Application details on www.tamutamutanzania.com
Application Deadline:
Closes before end of April.
tamu tamu tanzania is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds.
