Sustainable Agriculture Volunteer
Work alongside smallholder farmers in Arusha, build food security
for local families, and help protect Tanzania’s agricultural
heritage for generations to come.
Overview
Agriculture is the backbone of Tanzania. Approximately 60% of the population relies on farming and natural resources for their
livelihoods yet smallholder farmers across Arusha face serious challenges including drought, soil degradation, land disputes, and limited access to modern farming knowledge.
This programme directly supports the United Nations Sustainable
Development Goal 2 — Zero Hunger — and SDG Goal 15 — Life on Land
— by building genuine food security and environmental sustainability
in communities across Arusha, Tanzania.
What You'll Do:
Help build and maintain permaculture gardens.
Create composting systems.
Assist with irrigation and water harvesting projects.
Support crop planting, maintenance, and harvesting.
Help with livestock care (if applicable).
Document and share sustainable farming techniques.
Requirements
- Minimum age 18
- Physically fit for outdoor manual work
- Comfortable working in hot, dusty conditions
- Interest in agriculture, environment, or sustainability
- No farming experience required
Duration
2-12 weeks (minimum 2 weeks required).
Program Details
- Location: Smallholder farms and community gardens in and around Tanzania
- Program Fee: $280 per week — fully hosted
- Start Dates: Every month
- Duration: 2 to 12 weeks
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 5–6 hours per day
- Experience: No formal agriculture qualification required
What Is Included
- Airport pickup from Kilimanjaro International Airport
- Safe, comfortable accommodation at our Arusha volunteer house
- Three meals per day
- Certificate of completion
Who This Programme Is For
This programme is open to anyone aged 18 and above and is
particularly popular with:
— Students studying agriculture, environmental science, ecology, permaculture, or sustainable development
— Farmers, gardeners, and horticulturalists who want to share practical skills in a new community
— Environmental enthusiasts and sustainability advocates who want hands-on impact work
— Gap year travellers looking for a physically active and deeply grounding experience
— Professionals in agriculture, food systems, or environmental management on a career break
— Anyone passionate about food security, climate resilience, and sustainable land use
Why Volunteer With Hub for Impact?
Why Volunteer With Hub for Impact?
Hub for Impact is a registered NGO based in Arusha, Tanzania. Unlike large international volunteer agencies, we are entirely locally run — every coordinator and placement officer knows these farmers and their communities personally.
This means:
— Your placement is on real, working farms — not demonstration gardens for tourist volunteers
— Your skills and knowledge are genuinely needed and applied
— Your program fee stays entirely within the Arusha community
— Your impact is direct, measurable, and lasting
The farms surrounding Arusha sit in some of Tanzania’s most beautiful landscapes — in the shadow of Mount Meru and within reach of the Serengeti plains. Your evenings and weekends are completely free to explore one of the most extraordinary natural environments on Earth.