Communication & Storytelling Officer

Volunteer for a startup empowering Tanzanian women and youth through sustainable farming ?

HERVEG.05

We help women and youth farmers grow nutritious food, raise poultry, and increase income sustainably.

HERVEG.05 addresses the critical issues of malnutrition, food insecurity, and poverty in Tanzania, which ranks among the top 15 countries globally for child stunting. Smallholder farmers, who produce the majority of the country's food, frequently lack the training and tools necessary to overcome poor soil fertility and climate-driven challenges. This creates a devastating cycle of low productivity and worsening hunger that permanently affects the development of millions of children.

The solution is a practical, climate-smart pathway designed for rural realities. HERVEG.05 utilizes a "Mobile layaway" system allowing farmers to purchase seeds and poultry inputs incrementally via phone. Their model includes hands-on training and last-mile delivery of inputs directly to remote village groups. By providing "Nutri-Reach Bundles"—which combine poultry, biofortified maize, and vegetables—the startup creates a circular economy. Poultry manure improves soil, biofortified crops fight malnutrition, and improved storage reduces waste. This integrated system builds resilience against climate change while simultaneously boosting family income and health.

Role (Volunteer, unpaid): Communication & Storytelling Officer

Role Description: If you love writing, experimenting, and telling stories that truly matter, keep reading.

We’re looking for a Communication & Storytelling Officer to shape the voice of our work and bring our impact to life. You will create content for our pages and publish at least two posts per month, including one in-depth article, while also supporting the development of our quarterly company reports.

This role is for someone who:

• Writes clear, human, modern content (never corporate or boring).
• Enjoys testing new ideas, formats, and storytelling styles—and learning what works.
• Knows how to tell meaningful stories, not just share updates.
• Can manage our LinkedIn and Instagram with consistency, creativity, and purpose.
• Is innovative, curious, and ready to turn ideas into real results—we already have the vision and tools in place; we need someone to make it happen.
• Deeply connects with our mission: food systems, nutrition, climate-smart farming, and real impact for rural women and youth.

You should care about why we exist, not just what we post.

If our mission excites you, your storytelling will show it.

If you believe stories can change how people see farmers, food, and climate, this is your space.

If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply.

Time Commitment: Volunteer 7-9 hours per week for 6+ months remotely ?

️If you want to make change, apply to volunteer with HERVEG.05!