About this Opportunity
One Acre Fund is seeking a Government Relations Coordinator to strengthen partnerships with government authorities in Tanzania. The successful candidate will coordinate government engagement activities, support regulatory compliance, maintain stakeholder relationships, and facilitate collaboration to advance agricultural development programs and improve smallholder farmers' livelihoods.
One Acre Fund Tanzania is seeking an experienced Government Relations Coordinator to strengthen relationships with Local Government Authorities (LGAs), improve regulatory compliance, and support agricultural development activities.
The successful candidate will coordinate government engagement, manage stakeholder partnerships, identify regulatory risks, and collaborate with internal departments to support program implementation and organizational growth.
The position also involves supervising team members and developing effective compliance and government engagement processes aligned with One Acre Fund's long-term development objectives.
Key Details
- Opportunity Type:
- Job
- Location:
- iringa, Tanzania
- Employment Type:
- Contract
- Education Level:
- Bachelor degree
- Experience Level:
- Mid level
- Work Arrangement:
- On-site
- Application Deadline:
- 3 Jan 2027
- Posted:
- 20 Oct 2026
- Positions:
- 1
Quick Summary
- Health insurance. Paid time off. Professional training and mentorship. Career development opportunities.
- 1. Government Relations and Partnerships Establish and maintain productive relationships with regional and local gover...
Eligibility & Requirements
- This position is open exclusively to Tanzanian citizens or permanent residents of Tanzania. Preferred Start Date: As soon as possible.
- Bachelor's degree in Government Relations, Public Policy, Public Administration, Development Studies, Law, or a related discipline. At least three years of professional experience in government relations, public sector engagement, or regulatory compliance within Tanzania. Demonstrated ability to establish and manage relationships with Local Government Authorities and regional stakeholders. Strong understanding of Tanzanian regulatory frameworks relating to agriculture, carbon, agroforestry, taxation, and environmental compliance. Experience supervising staff and coordinating teams across departments. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills. Fluency in both English and Swahili.
Responsibilities
Establish and maintain productive relationships with regional and local government authorities.
Serve as a key contact between One Acre Fund and government stakeholders.
Identify opportunities for collaboration, partnerships, and government-supported agricultural initiatives.
2. Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management
Monitor government policies and regulatory developments affecting organizational operations.
Support compliance with requirements concerning agriculture, agroforestry, carbon activities, taxation, and environmental protection.
Identify operational and regulatory risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.
3. Internal Coordination and Program Support
Work closely with departmental leaders and regional coordinators to align government engagement with field operations.
Provide regulatory guidance to internal teams.
Support effective implementation of agricultural and community development programs.
4. Team Leadership and Systems Development
Supervise, mentor, and support staff responsible for government relations activities.
Develop practical systems for regulatory compliance, stakeholder engagement, and reporting.
Strengthen internal processes to support organizational expansion and long-term sustainability.
Benefits
Paid time off.
Professional training and mentorship.
Career development opportunities.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications through One Acre Fund's official recruitment portal.
Application Deadline: 13 January 2027
Applications are assessed on a rolling basis, meaning recruitment may conclude before the advertised deadline once a suitable candidate is identified.
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- Published
- 21 Oct 2026
- Last checked
- 21 Oct 2026 09:07
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