Job Description
Organization: Women and Land in Zimbabwe
Location: Gwanda, Umguza, Beitbridge, and Chipinge (Applicants must currently reside in one of these districts)
Deadline for Applications: 30 June 2025
Start Date: 01 July 2025
Reporting to: Project Manager
Background
Women and Land in Zimbabwe (WLZ) is non-governmental organization working to advance the rights and economic empowerment of rural women through equitable access to land and productive resources. WLZ is inviting applications from suitably qualified and motivated individuals for the position of Programs Intern, who will be based in one of the following districts: Gwanda, Umguza, Beitbridge, or Chipinge. This internship offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in agricultural activities, donkey welfare activities, women’s empowerment, and community mobilization.
Duties and Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be expected to support rural women farmers and local communities through the following duties:
Agricultural Support and Enterprise Development
• Mobilize and engage women farmers in project activities.
• Facilitate community trainings on crop production, agroecology, and sustainable farming practices.
• Support value addition initiatives
• Assist in identifying and establishing local market linkages for horticultural and field crops.
• Support the formation and strengthening of Internal Savings and Lending Schemes (ISALS).
• Help organize and conduct agricultural field days and exhibitions.
Donkey Welfare and Livestock Extension
• Conduct trainings on donkey welfare, focusing on humane handling, proper harnessing techniques, nutrition, and basic animal health and biosecurity.
• Supervise and support fodder production and management
• Monitor and report on the donkey welfare in targeted communities.
Monitoring, Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement
• Build and maintain positive relationships with local stakeholders including government departments, traditional leaders
• Support data collection, database management, and documentation of program progress.
• Contribute to timely and accurate reporting on field activities and success stories.
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications & Requirements
• A degree or diploma in Agriculture, Animal Science, or a related field. students currently pursuing a BSc in Agriculture or similar fields may also be considered.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work independently in rural settings.
• A valid license and/or willingness to ride a motorbike
• Ability to speak the local language(s) in the area of deployment will be an added advantage.
• Demonstrated commitment to gender equality and rural development.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following by 30 June 2025:
• A cover letter detailing your motivation and suitability for the position.
• A recent Curriculum Vitae (CV) with at least two reachable references.
Email applications to: admin@wlz.co.zw
Subject line: “Programs Intern Application – [Your District]”
Note:
WLZ strongly encourages female candidates and young professionals from the stated districts to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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