School Farm Manager

About the Job

Overview

Red Sweater Project collaborates with developing communities in the creation of affordable, accessible and

innovative educational opportunities for children in rural Tanzania. The organization operates the Mungere School

near the town of Mto wa Mbu in the northern Arusha Region.

SCHOOL FARM MANAGER

As a rural educational institution, the Mungere School manages its own on-campus farm to provide a sustainable

and nutritious meal program for students. The program currently serves over 240 meals daily and will grow to

serve of 650 meals each school day at full capacity.

The School Farm Manager will oversee staff assistants, coordinate farm work, research local practices while

exploring both modern and proven farming techniques managing and expanding the 21,000 square foot farm.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, direct and coordinate worker activities, such as planting, irrigation, fertilizer application,

harvesting and record-keeping

• Analyze program need and conditions to determine crop and acreage allocation and coordinate activity
• Conduct research and liaise with local agricultural institutions to determine best sustainable practices
• Maintain records information, such as production, farm management practices, oversee stock and

prepare financial and operational reports

• Determine procedural changes in allocation, product use and storage for greater efficiency and

accuracy

• Purchase, inspect and maintain equipment
• Enforce safety regulations and oversee proper farm to table food handling

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years work experience in farm management with

demonstrated passion for agricultural development

• Agricultural research experience; apiary skills a plus
• Strong data analysis skills and record-keeping
• Experience traveling, working/living abroad
• Organization and attention to detail
• Flexibility to work individually and as part of a diverse team
• Professionalism and excellent communication skills
• Interest in East Africa’s indigenous cultures and traditions
• Ability to live in a developing community
• Humility. We require individuals joining our growing organization combine

leadership skills with humor, patience and a humble approach to service

Other Details

• Minimum 3-month commitment
• Shared housing available
• Stipend available depending on experience
• Professional and cultural orientation program (language training options available)
• We do not charge program fees; Volunteers are responsible for their own travel and living costs

To Apply

Email current resumé/CV and cover letter detailing relevant experience to volunteer@redsweaterproject.org

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