Partnership Coordinator (Tanzania)

About the role

Blue Ventures is seeking a Partnership Coordinator based in Zanzibar to support the growth and management of its Partner Network across Tanzania. The role will build and maintain relationships with civil society and NGOs, helping to deliver community‑based fisheries and marine conservation initiatives.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, assess and select potential partner organisations aligned with Blue Ventures’ mission.
• Develop multi‑year partnership agreements and provide technical and financial support.
• Coordinate and monitor partnership activities, ensuring effective implementation and reporting.
• Facilitate peer learning, knowledge exchange and capacity‑strengthening among partners.
• Travel regularly to coastal communities and remote sites to engage with stakeholders.

Required profile

• Proven experience working with rural communities, small‑scale fisheries or community‑based conservation in Tanzania.
• Strong relationship‑building and communication skills.
• Highly organised, proactive and able to work both independently and within a collaborative team.
• Willingness to travel frequently, including to remote coastal areas.

Required skills

• Experience in partnership development and stakeholder management.
• Knowledge of community‑led fisheries management and marine protected areas.

What we offer

• Permanent full‑time contract with a competitive salary range of TZS 37,939,012 – TZS 56,149,738 gross per year.
• Opportunity to contribute to impactful marine conservation work with coastal communities.
• Supportive, mission‑driven team environment.