Landesa is seeking a highly qualified Wildlife & Community Development Expert with national experience for an anticipated 18-months GIZ program that aims to improve the management of Human Wildlife Conflict by key actors in Tanzania. The project’s main geographical scope is the Ruvuma Landscape/ including 42 villages of the Districts of Liwale, Namtumbo, and Tunduru. The project also aims to strengthen the capacity for steering and coordination of the Wildlife Division of the Ministry for Natural Resources and Tourism, and the institutions involved in managing HWC, including the Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority (TAWA), Tanzania National Parks (TANAPA), Tanzania Forest Services Agency (TFS), Districts councils and Hotspot Villages.
The contractor will be responsible for the implementation of one District land use plan, 15 village land use planning (LUP) and community action plans, developing the organizational structure, curricula and materials, as well as piloting 30 clubs, for the revival of the Malihai Club (environmental conservation clubs in schools and colleges) and strengthening the outreach programs of Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority and Tanzania National Parks Authority (concept development, materials and support to implementation of pilot in 30 villages) of the institutions involved in wildlife management.

The vacancy is limited to candidates living in Tanzania. The position is contingent upon receipt of donor funding.

Availability: The Wildlife & Community Development Expert with national experience should start work on November 1st 2026.

Tasks of the Expert:
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Strengthen collaboration working closely with districts natural resource, and land use planning team to engage communities in participatory land use planning, ensure integration of key priority conservation area into district and village land use plans, and guide the demarcation of land adjacent to community and protected areas, ensuring the HWC aspects are deeply considered during the process and implementation.
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Provide technical advice on coexistence measures in farming and pastoral communities, districts and relevant authorities during the LUP and CAP processes and implementation.
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Promote conservation-linked livelihoods through implementation of Community Action Plans (CAPs) with a focus on improving community livelihoods, linking conservation with income-generating activities.
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Technical advice on HWC and biodiversity conservation, conservation issues, sustainable land use, and human-wildlife coexistence supporting the revitalization of Malihai Clubs and the outreach programs of TAWA and TANAPA, including content development, training ToTs, and facilitating pilot in selected schools to ensure long-term sustainability.

Qualifications of the Expert:
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Education/training: University degree (e.g. master’s or equivalent) in either wildlife biology or management, rural development, Community Development or Natural Resource management.
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Language: Knowledge of English C1, C1 in Swahili.
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General professional experience: 3 years of professional experience on Wildlife and Natural resource conservation projects. 2 years of professional experience on Community development project in rural setting.
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Specific professional experience: 5 years of professional experience in human wildlife conflict management projects in Tanzania. 4 years of professional experience in community outreach or environmental awareness programs related to HWC and wildlife management. 2 years of professional experience on working with local governments, traditional authorities (3 out of 10).
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Professional experience in the country/ region of assignment: 9 years of professional experience in Tanzania of which 5 years in rural communities in Tanzania.

Soft Skills
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A deep commitment to the mission of a better, safer future for the world’s poorest people through secure access to land.
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Strong problem-solving.
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Strong oral presentation skills and an ability to think on one's feet when defending policy recommendations.
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Familiarity with concepts that can be applied to rural development.
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Ability to develop concrete work plans and manage elements so that work is performed according to agreed-upon budgets and plans.
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Ability to manage documents and correspondence, track, and report on project labor, and carry out other administrative tasks efficiently, routinely, and in conformance with Landesa standards and procedures.
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Ability to work collaboratively with a range of people at all levels, including those from host country governmental and non-governmental organizations, and other counterparts, clients, and funders.
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Ability to demonstrate cross-cultural sensitivity, tact, and poise.
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Ability to lead and work collaboratively as a member of teams, regardless of role within the team, through consensus building, communication, and leadership.
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Ability to make and use distinctions as to types, frequency, tenor, and levels of communication, depending upon the circumstances and audience.
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Legal right to work in the country of assignment.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV. Please include Wildlife & Community Development Expert with national experience in the email subject line.