TechnoServe is inviting qualified professionals to apply for the position of Inclusive Investment Senior Manager based in Tanzania. This is an exciting opportunity for experienced professionals passionate about agricultural finance, inclusive investment, and sustainable economic development to contribute to transforming agricultural markets and supporting smallholder farmers and agribusinesses. The position will report to the Inclusive Investment Director within the Strategic Initiatives Team and will play a critical role in expanding innovative financing models for the agricultural sector.

About TechnoServe

For more than 50 years, TechnoServe has been working to create opportunities for people to lift themselves out of poverty. The organization supports smallholder farmers, entrepreneurs, and businesses by providing skills, connections, and access to markets.

By leveraging market-driven solutions and private-sector partnerships, TechnoServe promotes sustainable economic growth that benefits both people and the planet. Its programs operate across Africa, Asia, and Latin America, using data-driven insights and deep local knowledge to deliver long-term impact. The organization values collaboration, entrepreneurship, integrity, and accountability, ensuring its work creates lasting change in the communities it serves.

Programme Context

Over the past 13 years, TechnoServe’s Inclusive Investment Department has worked with leading agricultural investors and development partners to strengthen the impact of agricultural investments. The organization is currently implementing CASA Plus, an expansion of the Commercial Agriculture for Smallholders and Agribusiness (CASA) Technical Assistance Facility. The initiative is co-funded by major development finance partners including:

• Nederlandse Financierings-Maatschappij voor Ontwikkelingslanden N.V. (FMO)
• British International Investment (BII)
• Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO)

CASA Plus supports technical assistance and advisory services to stakeholders across the agricultural investment ecosystem, including:

• Local financial institutions
• Agribusinesses
• Impact investors
• Donors and development partners

The initiative aims to double agricultural financing in Tanzania, particularly for agriSMEs and smallholder farmers, where access to finance remains limited. Following a successful pilot phase in Tanzania, the program is now expanding to scale up innovative financing solutions and strengthen agricultural investment systems.

Job Summary

The Inclusive Investment Senior Manager will play a key leadership role in scaling up the CASA Plus market-building initiative in Tanzania. The main objective of the role is to unlock agricultural financing at scale by developing partnerships between financial institutions, investors, agribusinesses, and technology-driven platforms. The successful candidate will help design innovative value chain finance models, off-balance-sheet financing structures, and partnerships that enable farmers and agriSMEs to access sustainable capital.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technical Assistance & Project Supervision

• Design and supervise technical assistance (TA) and advisory services for early-stage impact investors and agribusiness partners.
• Oversee implementation of agri-strategy technical assistance programs for Tier-1 banks to strengthen their agriSME lending portfolios.
• Manage a rotating team of technical experts, project fellows, and consultants to ensure high-quality project execution.

2. Innovative Finance & Partnership Development

• Lead the design and implementation of innovative financing models that connect farmers, agribusinesses, and financial institutions.
• Develop partnerships with technology-enabled farmer aggregators and SME lenders.
• Collaborate with major agribusinesses to unlock off-balance-sheet financing solutions.

3. Investment Origination

• Identify promising investment opportunities within the Tanzanian agricultural sector.
• Support development finance institutions (DFIs) by providing market insights and pipeline opportunities.

4. Influencing, Convening & Knowledge Sharing

• Engage with investors, donors, and ecosystem partners to promote scalable agri-finance solutions.
• Represent the program at national and regional East Africa agricultural investment events.
• Contribute to knowledge products and learning materials that promote inclusive agricultural finance.

Supervisory Responsibilities

The Senior Manager will supervise:

• TechnoServe Fellows
• Junior project team members
• Third-party consultants
• Delivery partners involved in program implementation

The role may grow into greater leadership responsibilities as the program expands.

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree with at least 10 years of relevant experience, including mid-level management experience
  OR
• Master’s Degree with 7 years of experience in areas such as:
  • Management consulting
  • Impact investment
  • Agribusiness
  • Agricultural development programs

Technical Skills

• Strong data analysis and insight generation skills
• Commercial analysis and Excel-based financial modelling
• Advanced computer skills in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with the following experience will have an advantage:

• Strategy consulting experience with a top-tier firm
• Experience in the agri-finance sector in Tanzania or East Africa
• Field implementation experience in developing economies

Languages

• Fluent English (written and spoken)
• Swahili is an added advantage

Travel Requirement

The position requires up to 25% travel within Tanzania and the East African region.

Required Skills and Competencies

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building abilities
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
• High level of accountability, ownership, and problem-solving mindset

Equal Opportunity Statement

TechnoServe is an equal opportunity employer. The organization does not discriminate based on gender, race, religion, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. TechnoServe also maintains strict safeguarding policies and conducts rigorous background and reference checks to protect staff, partners, and program beneficiaries. Both international applicants and Tanzanian residents are encouraged to apply. Successful international candidates will receive a local employment contract.

Application Process

Interested candidates must apply online through the official TechnoServe careers portal: https://tsrv.careers/TZ, Applicants with disabilities who experience challenges with the application system may contact TechnoServe Human Resources at recruitment@tns.org or call +1 202 785 4515 for assistance.

Location: Tanzania
Position: Inclusive Investment Senior Manager
Organization: TechnoServe
Travel Requirement: Up to 25%