Waste Management Coordinator

About the role

AfriCraft NGO is looking for a driven and well-organized Waste Management Coordinator to help run its waste collection and material recovery activities in Dar es Salaam. This position is central to keeping day-to-day operations on track, building strong working relationships with stakeholders, tracking performance, and contributing to the growth of sustainable waste management systems.

What you will do

• Oversee and assist with the daily execution of waste collection operations.
• Track collection timetables and help ensure routes are carried out efficiently.
• Make sure waste is sorted, stored, moved, and delivered correctly to the Material Recovery Facility (MRF).
• Compile operational updates on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Work closely with cooperative groups, institutions, businesses, and community stakeholders on waste management activities.
• Step in for the Waste Management Manager in meetings with Local Government Authorities and other partners when needed.
• Spot operational issues and suggest workable improvements to boost efficiency and service quality.
• Assist with data gathering, record-keeping, and monitoring of waste management work.
• Carry out other tasks assigned by the Waste Management Manager.

Who we are looking for

The ideal applicant is hands-on, dependable, and solution-focused, with the ability to operate in both field-based and office-based settings. A strong interest in environmental sustainability and the practical delivery of waste management services is important for success in this role.

Requirements

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Waste Management, Natural Resource Management, or a similar discipline.
• Well-developed organizational ability and strong report-writing skills.
• Capacity to work on your own and juggle several tasks at the same time.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage different stakeholders effectively.
• Professional fluency in both English and Kiswahili.
• Experience working with local government bodies, community groups, cooperatives, or NGOs is preferred.
• Background in waste collection, recycling, circular economy work, or environmental initiatives is an advantage.
• Basic skills in data analysis and reporting are preferred.

Application requirements

• A current CV.
• A one-page motivation letter explaining why you want the role, the experience you bring, and why you would be a strong match for AfriCraft’s waste management operations.
• Applications missing either the CV or the motivation letter will not be reviewed.
• Only candidates selected for the next stage will be contacted.

Additional information

This role is based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania and requires both field and office work. Applicants should be prepared to support the expansion of waste collection and material recovery operations while collaborating with a range of external partners.