Reporting Structure

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Job Requirements

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Main Duties

What We Can Achieve Together

• The Marine Program Intern will support the coordination and implementation of coastal and marine fisheries-related activities in Tanzania. The position is based in Dar Es Salam, Tanzania with 40% travel to Zanzibar Islands and the mainland coast of Tanga. The position involves working in partnership and close collaboration with fishers, local community, the fishing industry, the government, and non-government organizations to support the implementation of sustainable fisheries and coastal community-led conservation activities.
• The Marine Program Intern will support stakeholders consultations, fisheries monitoring, executing learning exchanges, and fisheries value chain improvement activities, among others. They will also support upscaling the ongoing restorative seaweed aquaculture in Zanzibar Islands and mainland Tanzania. The positions fall within TNC’s Africa Ocean Strategy and will be based at the TNC Office in Dar Es Salam, Tanzania, reporting to the Aquaculture Specialist (Western Indian Ocean). No employment visas or assistance is being offered with these positions except for the local labour employment requirements. This Internship is for a specified period of six months from the date of engagement.

WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU

• The broad goal of this position is to provide support in the implementation of sustainable fisheries, restorative aquaculture, and community-led conservation in the coastal in the United Republic of Tanzania.

Main Roles And Responsibilities Include

• Work closely with the Aquaculture Specialist (WIO) and Marine Fisheries Specialist (Tanzania) to provide support on sustainable fisheries and aquaculture interventions to partners in Tanzania and beyond, as needed.
• Support implementation of partnership and capacity building on seaweed best farming practices including training, and follow-ups in Zanzibar Islands and mainland coast Tanzania.
• Provide support on strengthening seaweed community groups, organizations, and stakeholder engagement works with farmers, researchers, and supply chain actors to increase resiliency and sustainability of seaweed farming in the face of a changing climate.
• Support implementation of TNC’s electronic monitoring and commercialization interventions in Tanzania to advance sustainable fisheries management within the Exclusive Economic Zone.
• Support implementation of fisheries value chain improvement projects and other community-led enterprises that incentivize sustainable practices in target communities in coastal Tanzania.
• Support the implementation of gender integration activities in the context of community-led conservation and community development in coastal Tanzania.
• Work closely with the Reef Resilience Network to build capacity of local community, practitioners, coral reef managers, and scientists to support effective marine conservation, including reef restoration approaches and sharing of lessons in Tanzania.
• Support implementation of science-based management and monitoring for sustainable management of fisheries and coastal habitats in coastal Tanzania.
• Work with TNC staff and partners to support the planning and coordination of fieldwork, workshops, meetings, training and learning exchanges.
• Support fieldwork planning, site visits, stakeholders’ consultation meetings, capacity building, and reporting to facilitate the formation and strengthening of Shehia Fisher Committees and fisheries Beach Management Units in Zanzibar Islands and the mainland coast of Tanzania.
• May involve working in variable weather conditions, at remote locations, on difficult and hazardous terrain, and under physically demanding circumstances.

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Other Requirements

What You'll Bring

• All TNC interns must be at least 18 years of age prior to starting their internship program.
• Must be attached to a recognized institution of higher learning with duties relevant to their college courses undertaken.
• Adhere to TNCs Code of conduct and conflict of interest policy.
• Willing to travel and work in remote settings.
• Must provide required paperwork: (i) Proof of University/College registration (ii) Recommendation letter from University/College (iii) Application letter (iv) Curriculum vitae that include 3 references.

Desired Qualifications

• BA/BS in natural science, fisheries, aquaculture, marine biology, and zoology or equivalent
• Fluent in English and Kiswahili
• Strong ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong data management and statistical skills.
• Demonstrate knowledge and some experience in marine science and conservation especially on mangrove forests.
• Past participation in community and/or professional meetings and trainings related to mangrove management and conservation.

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Location : Tanzania: dar es salaam Dar Es Salaam
Industry :NGO/CBO/IOG/Project
Company : Nature Conservancy (TNC