Vacancy Announcements: Aquahub

Location: Pemba, Zanzibar

Contract: Full-time (unless otherwise noted)

Reporting to: General Manager

About Aquahub Aquahub is an innovative blue economy and mariculture enterprise committed to sustainable aquaculture, community-based contract farming, and responsible marine resource development. We are seeking motivated, results-oriented professionals to support our technical operations and processing expansion.

Available Positions

1. Financial Officer (1 Position)

Purpose: Manage financial systems, compliance, and reporting to support operational growth and donor-funded activities.

• Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage day-to-day operations: budgeting, cash flow, and expenditure tracking.

  • Prepare financial reports for donors and organizational leadership.

  • Ensure compliance with procurement, audit standards, and internal controls.

  • Coordinate with auditors and support long-term financial forecasting.

• Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field.

  • Experience: 3–5 years in financial management (donor-funded project experience preferred).

  • Bonus: Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, or equivalent).

2. Aquaculture Technician (1 Position)

Purpose: Support marine operations, including sea cucumber farming, hatchery support, and community technical supervision.

• Key Responsibilities:

  • Support daily sea cucumber farming and grow-out systems.

  • Collect production, growth, and survival data.

  • Provide on-site technical support to community partners.

  • Monitor biosecurity and environmental best practices.

• Qualifications:

  • Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Aquaculture, Fisheries, or Marine Sciences.

  • Experience: Practical mariculture experience is highly desirable.

  • Requirements: Willingness to work in coastal and remote field locations.

3. Algae and Live Feed Specialist (1 Position)

Purpose: Develop and maintain live feed and algae production systems for hatchery and nursery operations.

• Key Responsibilities:

  • Establish and manage algae/live feed culture systems.

  • Maintain culture quality, density, and contamination control.

  • Monitor water quality and support hatchery feeding protocols.

  • Train technicians and interns on production systems.

• Qualifications:

  • Degree or Diploma in Marine Biology, Biotechnology, or Aquaculture.

  • Experience: Demonstrated hands-on experience in algae/live feed culture.

4. Marine Engineer (Internship)

Purpose: Provide technical support for marine infrastructure, processing machinery, and aquaculture structures.

• Key Responsibilities:

  • Support design, construction, and supervision of onshore/offshore infrastructure.

  • Provide technical drawings, specifications, and cost estimates.

  • Coordinate with contractors to ensure durability in marine environments.

• Qualifications:

  • Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering, Marine Engineering, or Construction.

  • Knowledge: Strong understanding of materials suited for saline/marine environments.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must submit the following documents:

1. Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).

2. Copies of higher education certificates.

3. Cover Letter specifying the position applied for.

Submission Details

• Email To: recruitment@aquahub.co.tz

• Carbon Copy (CC): info@aquahub.co.tz

• Deadline: March 23, 2026, at 17:00 hrs EAT.

• Subject Line Format: Position Applied For – Full Name of the Applicant

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.