Graduate Development & Learnership Programme

Company: Enza Zaden Africa Limited Position: Graduate Development & Learnership Programme Location: Arusha, Tanzania Programme Type: Learnership Programme (Non-Employee Engagement) Duration: 6 Months (Fixed Term) Number of Vacancies: 2 Expected Start Date: 2 November 2026 Posted: 28 September 2026 Deadline: 7 October 2026

About Enza Zaden

Enza Zaden is a horticultural company that produces high-quality hybrid seeds. The seeds produced are exported to the company’s parent company in the Netherlands. After thorough quality checks, the seeds are re-exported worldwide under the Enza Zaden brand.

Graduate Development & Learnership Programme

Reports To: Assigned Mentor / Departmental Supervisor

Programme Objective

The programme is designed to provide recent graduates with structured, practical learning exposure in a professional agricultural environment. It aims to support the development of technical, operational and professional skills aligned with global seed production standards.

Important Note About the Programme

This is a Graduate Learnership Programme established for training and development purposes. Participation does not constitute an employment relationship under the laws of the United Republic of Tanzania.

Participants will be engaged under a Learnership Agreement and will receive a monthly stipend (training allowance) to support their participation. The stipend is not a salary and does not attract employee benefits or statutory contributions.

Learning Scope and Responsibilities

Participants will:

• Participate in structured induction and orientation programmes.
• Undertake guided, on-the-job learning under supervision.
• Rotate across relevant departments to gain exposure, where applicable.
• Assist in assigned tasks strictly for learning and development purposes.
• Observe and support operational activities within seed production and related functions.
• Adhere to company policies, safety standards and professional conduct.
• Participate in periodic learning assessments and feedback sessions.

Qualifications and Skills

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following fields:

• Horticulture
• General Agriculture
• Crop Science or related fields
• Agronomy

Additional Requirements

• 0–3 years of post-graduation experience.
• Strong academic performance.
• Demonstrated interest in agriculture and innovation.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills in both English and Kiswahili.
• Willingness to learn, adapt and work in a team environment.
• Priority will be given to graduates from Sokoine University of Agriculture.

Important Considerations

• Applicants must be Tanzanian nationals.
• Applicants must not currently be engaged in full-time employment.

What Enza Zaden Offers

Participants will receive a structured and immersive learning experience within a globally recognized agricultural company.

The programme provides:

• Hands-on exposure.
• Mentorship.
• Practical learning experience.
• Professional development.
• Exposure to the seed production industry.

The programme does not guarantee employment. However, high-performing participants may be considered for future opportunities, subject to availability and business needs.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit the following:

• Updated CV.
• Academic transcripts.
• Brief cover letter outlining:

• Interest in the programme.
• Motivation to learn and develop.
• Unique strengths and qualities they would bring to the learning experience.

Email: [email protected]

Email Subject: Graduate Programme Application

Deadline: Wednesday, 7 October 2026

Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered. Early applications are encouraged as applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Enza Zaden is an equal opportunity organization and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Acquisition in response to this advertisement is not appreciated.