Experienced aquaculture project supervisor wanted in Mozambique

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Experienced aquaculture project supervisor wanted in Mozambique

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The Manda Wilderness Community Trust (MWCT)  is seeking an experienced aquaculture project supervisor to work in the Lago District, Niassa Province, Mozambique.

Description of Role:

  • Manage and organize the work schedules and progress of an 18 member community association
  • Design and adjust short-term and long-term plans on a grassroots and rural aquaculture project
  • Take frequent camping trips to the picturesque village of Litanda
  • Learn and improve Portuguese and Nyanja language skills
  • Help bring improved nutrition, capacitation and leadership skills to the community association, Litanda village and surrounding communities 

Requirements:

  • Applicants should have a background in aquaculture or other related field
  • Experience in agriculture would be a plus
  • Willingness to work in an rural environment with limited supervision
  • Tentative project plan for the volunteer’s time here should be thought out before arrival

Desired skills:

  • Fluency in Portuguese and/or Nyanja or Chichewa would be a plus
  • Previous experience working in developing nations
  • Flexibility and creativity in adapting to a new culture and environment
  • Excellent organizational skills and experience in project planning
  • Ability to plan effectively and self-manage
  • Motivated to learn and take initiative in planning and envisioning programs

Click here to see PDF with more information about this opportunity.

To apply for this position, please send a covering letter and CV/resume to Lily Bunker at mwct@mandawilderness.org.

Visit our website at www.mandawilderness.org.


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