Organization: SNV Netherlands Development Organisation
Location: Sumbawanga Landscape (Rukwa & Katavi Regions), Tanzania
Job Type: Full-time Internship
Application Deadline: 22 August 2025
Desired Start Date: Mid-September 2025
About SNV
SNV is a mission-driven global development partner operating in over 20 countries across Africa and Asia. With more than 60 years of experience and a team of 1,600+ professionals, SNV strengthens capacities and fosters partnerships to transform agri-food, energy, and water systems for sustainable and equitable development.
Through the SUSTAIN Eco Programme, SNV focuses on conserving biodiversity, promoting sustainable land use and water resources management, and supporting climate-resilient livelihoods across the Sumbawanga landscape.
Internship Overview
The Senior Intern – Land Use & Natural Resource Management will support SNV’s field activities, contributing to biodiversity conservation, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable management of land and water resources. This is a junior-level role suitable for candidates with hands-on experience in environmental management and community-based projects.
Key Responsibilities
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Support land use planning and supervise land parcel demarcation, including issuing Certificates of Customary Right of Occupancy (CCROs) in collaboration with local authorities.
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Assist in preparing Joint Forest Resource Management Plans (JFRMPs) and Community-Based Forest Management (CBFM) plans; facilitate village forest gazettement.
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Strengthen capacities of Village Land Use Management Committees (VLUMs), Village Natural Resource Committees (VNRCs), and Water User Associations (WUAs).
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Support beekeeping groups and promote integration into the honey value chain.
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Empower women and youth champions in natural resource management and local governance.
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Produce GIS data and satellite maps to illustrate land use, forest cover, and protected riparian zones.
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Promote climate-smart agriculture, reforestation, carbon sequestration, and forest regeneration practices.
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Engage with key stakeholders including local authorities, TANAPA, NGOs, and community groups.
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Monitor and evaluate project performance, suggest corrective actions, and support environmental education initiatives.
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Assist in drafting project progress reports in line with SNV and donor requirements.
Qualifications & Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in Ecology, Forest Conservation, Natural Resources, Environmental Science, Land Use Planning, or related field.
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Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in natural resource management, conservation, land use planning, or environmental management in Tanzania.
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Expertise in land use and natural resource monitoring tools.
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Experience facilitating multi-stakeholder platforms and community dialogues.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office and GIS tools (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS).
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Knowledge of Tanzania’s land and environmental policies, climate resilience, and Gender Equity & Social Inclusion (GESI) approaches is an advantage.
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Strong communication skills in English and Swahili, including report writing and presentations.
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Willingness to travel to remote rural areas.
SNV Offers
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A challenging, inclusive, and diverse working environment.
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Opportunities to gain hands-on experience in sustainable land use, biodiversity, and climate-resilient projects.
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Access to SNV’s global network of water and natural resource experts.
Application Process
Apply via Smart Recruiters: SNV Careers – Senior Intern
Note: The position is open to both internal and external candidates. Only applications submitted through the official link will be considered.
