People Powering Biodiversity (PPB) Intern

WWF Tanzania is seeking a motivated People Powering Biodiversity (PPB) Intern to support youth engagement and biodiversity conservation initiatives within the Ruvuma Landscape. The successful candidate will help strengthen youth networks, promote youth participation in conservation activities, support community engagement, and contribute to the implementation of biodiversity conservation programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the establishment and strengthening of youth conservation networks.
• Promote meaningful youth participation in biodiversity conservation activities.
• Facilitate youth-led conservation initiatives and engagement platforms.
• Support youth leadership and ownership of conservation actions.
• Act as a link between WWF and strategic youth networks, including the Global Youth Biodiversity Network (GYBN).
• Engage with youth groups, local communities, government authorities, and conservation partners.
• Support integration of youth perspectives into community-led conservation programmes.
• Coordinate logistics for youth meetings, workshops, campaigns, and outreach activities.
• Track youth engagement activities and project progress.
• Document lessons learned, best practices, and success stories.
• Prepare reports on youth participation and conservation activities.

Requirements

• Degree in Wildlife Management, Forestry, Environmental Studies, Community Development, Social Studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience engaging with youth initiatives or networks.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in project coordination or project management.
• Familiarity with the Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF).
• Knowledge of data and knowledge management systems.
• Strong communication, presentation, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong coordination, organizational, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in dynamic field environments.
• Commitment to WWF values: Courage, Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration.
• Only Tanzanian nationals aged 18-30 years are eligible to apply.