Our Culture & Values
Culture is not something we write on a wall it's something we live every day. Our values are rooted in the communities we serve.
We Start With Farmers
Everything begins with the people we serve women, youth, and smallholder farmers. We listen to their needs and build alongside them.
Nutrition Is Power
We see food as more than a meal it's a tool for growth, health, and resilience. This isn't charity; it's access to better futures.
Women and Youth Lead
We center women and young people because they are already leading in their households, farms, and communities.
Impact Over Ego
Titles don't matter outcomes do. We celebrate wins and learn from failures. No task is too small when it contributes to something big.
Think Big, Stay Grounded
Our goal is national transformation but our work happens one farmer, one community, one season at a time.
Integrity in Every Action
We build trust with honesty and follow-through. The people we serve deserve nothing less.
"At HERVeg.05, we believe bold ideas belong in rural places. We believe food systems can be just, climate-smart, and community-owned."
Team Member Stories
Our team is united by purpose. Meet some of our team members and hear what keeps them motivated.
Oscar Mugulusi
Sales Lead
"I came from a retail background, but working at HERVeg.05 opened my eyes. I’m not just selling inputs I’m helping a mother feed her family and a youth start their first agribusiness. Every sale is personal."
Oscar leads our sales team across multiple districts. She trains field agents, manages inventory, and ensures our products reach even the most remote customers on time and affordably
Patricia Pangani
Finance Manager
"Numbers tell stories. I track every shilling because I know our budgets feed real people, fund local jobs, and support future growth. That responsibility matters to me."
Patricia keeps our books clean and our spending focused. From managing VSLA transactions to budgeting field logistics, he ensures every coin is used for impact.
Mhando Zuberi
IT Support
"I grew up in a rural area, so building simple digital tools for farmers is more than a job it’s personal. I make sure our systems work, even when networks don’t."
Mhando helps design and troubleshoot tech solutions that power our mobile layaway system and farmer records. He also supports our team with on-the-ground tech training
Hilda Sanga
Call Center Officer
"My job is to ask: Is it working? I visit farms, gather feedback, and track the results that matter more harvests, better nutrition, and lasting change."
Hilda monitors everything from yield improvements to household diet diversity. Her data helps us learn fast, improve faster, and scale smarter.
Yohana Msemo
Impact Officer
"I’m the first voice many farmers hear. When they call, I listen. Sometimes they just need help. Other times, they just need someone to believe in their potential."
Yohana answers farmer questions, follows up on deliveries, and makes sure no concern goes unheard. Her work helps build the trust that powers our entire model.
How We Hire
A hiring process that reflects our values: fairness, transparency, and real-world connection.
Online Application and Plum Test
This is where it starts. We ask a few thoughtful questions about who you are, what drives you, and why HERVeg.05 matters to you. We look for people who are not just qualified, but genuinely connected to our mission.
Intro Interview
If your application catches our eye, we’ll schedule a short call. This is a chance to hear your story, understand your motivation, and answer your early questions. It’s friendly and relaxed we’re just getting to know each other.
Role Task
We’ll send you a task or case based on the job you applied for. It’s not a test it’s a window into how you think, solve problems, and communicate. We want to see how you approach real challenges, with clarity and creativity.
Field Visit
Here’s where it gets real. We’ll invite you to spend a day in the field either shadowing our team or engaging with the people we serve.Why? Because you can’t fully understand HERVeg.05 from behind a desk. This is your chance to see the impact up close and feel what it’s like to work in our setting
Final Interview
This is the last step a longer conversation with our leadership or program team. We’ll dive deeper into your experience, talk through your field visit, and explore what success in this role would look like. By this point, you’ll have a real feel for HERVeg.05. And we’ll have a clear sense of how you’d grow with us.
What We Look For
We don't look for perfect resumes. We look for people who care deeply and are ready to learn, grow, and build something meaningful.
You care about rural communities: You don’t see them as statistics. You see them as people with stories, challenges, and dreams. You want to listen, learn, and help them grow stronger.
You believe in women and youth: We work where young people and women often get left behind. You’re someone who wants to change that by supporting, training, and leading with them.
You’re driven by purpose, not position: We’re not here for titles. We’re here for impact. If you’re someone who rolls up your sleeves, takes initiative, and stays humble, you’ll thrive here.
You adapt and keep going: Plans change. Roads flood. Meetings move under trees. You don’t freeze you adjust. You stay calm, find solutions, and keep the work moving
You work well with others: We’re a team. That means sharing credit, asking for help, and giving support. We grow faster when we grow together.
You think and act: You ask smart questions and you don’t wait for permission to solve a problem. You balance doing the work with thinking deeply about how to do it better.
We know every background brings something different. There's space for you at HERVeg.05 if your values match ours.
We're looking for people who want their work to matter.
Internship Program
A 3-month opportunity to learn by doing and be part of something bigger
What You'll Do
- Support farmer training sessions and community engagement
- Help manage data, reports, and impact tracking
- Work with IT, impact, or communications teams
- Contribute to field research or content creation
What We Offer
- Real projects that make a difference
- Mentorship and support from our team
- A certificate of completion
- Flexible working hours
- A chance to grow with us if opportunities open
Who Should Apply
- Final-year students or recent graduates
- Interested in agriculture, entrepreneurship, or social change
- Responsible, proactive, and eager to learn
- Able to commit at least 3 months (full- or part-time)
- Based in Tanzania (for onsite) or with strong internet (for remote)
Send your application to jobs@herveg.org
Response time: 2-3 weeks • Rolling applications accepted
Want to start your journey with us
Apply for an internship today and be part of a mission that puts women, youth, and communities at the center of change. We review applications on a rolling basis, and early applications are encouraged. Please note, it may take us 2-3 weeks to get back to you regarding the status of your application. In the meantime, we encourage you to explore our open positions and apply for other opportunities.
To apply, please send your application to jobs@herveg.org. In your application, clearly state:
- What you want to do with us
- The duration of your time with us
- Why you want to work with us
- What you aim to achieve while working with us