Daniel Bikora
Kibondo - Kigoma ,Tanzania
Summary
Results-oriented Agronomist and development practitioner with over 10 years of experience in climate smart agriculture, cooperative strengthening, and agricultural value chain development in Tanzania. Proven record in coordinating EU-funded project, delivering measurable improvements in rural livelihoods, climate resilience, market access, and sustainable production systems. Successfully coordinated the EU-funded Beekeeping Value Chain Project and the Sustainable Agriculture Kigoma Region Project, a Belgium – Tanzania bilateral initiative, supporting agricultural innovation, productivity, and inclusive rural development. Strong expertise in project and operations management, value chain upgrading, climate-smart practices, and market systems development, with extensive experience engaging government institutions, development partners, cooperatives, and smallholder producers. Ambitious planner and organizer with drive for professional and corporate success. Works collaboratively to align with objectives. Strong deadline management and coordination skills. Fluent in English and Kiswahili
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2013
2013
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Regional & Cluster Coordinator - Beekeeping Value Chain (EU Funded)
Belgian agency for International Cooperation
Tabora, Tanzania
2023.07 - 2026.01
- Coordinate climate-resilient agricultural and forest-smart Agriculture practices
- Integrated agriculture and livelihood interventions within project landscape and ecosystem-based approach across all regions of operations
- Constantly engaged local communities and stakeholders for insights in landscape and collaboration in all 5 regions of project.
- Coordinating administrative, operational and technical functions supporting natural-resource livelihoods programming across three regions.
- Managing and coordinating over 10,000 beekeepers, and farmers enhancing productivity and income through targeted technical support and resource management.
- Developing and delivering training programs on honey quality control, production techniques, and cooperative management.
- Managing travel planning, mission coordination, and compliance with internal operating procedures.
- Overseeing resource allocation, tracking operational needs, and supporting procurement and facility-related functions at field level.
- Guiding multidisciplinary teams, providing orientation on operational processes, and supporting organizational learning.
- Coordinating strategic engagement with government partners, TFS, TAWA, TAFORI, TAWIRI, MNR, private sector actors, NGOs, and CBOs for improved service delivery and program coherence.
- Contributing to reporting, documentation, meeting preparations, field monitoring plans, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
- Assisted in budget preparation and financial planning procedures.
- Liaised with external parties to ensure seamless project execution.
- Created detailed schedules to streamline work processes.
- Coordinated project tasks for successful and timely completion.
- Coordinated project meetings, documenting key action items and decisions.
National Technical Advisor (Production) & Cluster Coordinator
Belgian agency for International Cooperation
Kigoma, Tanzania
2019.01 - 2023.06
- Mobilized TZS 2.4 billion loans to AMCOS through TADB to strengthen AMCOS and climate-resilient production.
- Coordinated regional operations, administrative processes, and partner-facing activities for climate-resilient agricultural value chain program.
- Provided technical leadership on sustainable agriculture value chains (beans, sunflower, cassava, soybeans), serving 8,000+ smallholders and 10 farmer cooperatives.
- Led agriculture extension, agronomic adaptation, Farming as Business coaching, and governance training for 62 LGA extension officers.
- Supported travel coordination, mission planning, and documentation for project teams and partners.
- Managed data systems, performance tracking, reporting and M&E inputs for donor submissions.
- Facilitated multi-stakeholder platforms, technical committees, and institutional partnerships.
- Strengthened capacities of government extension staff, farmer organizations, and youth groups in governance, compliance, and operational management.
- Oversaw demonstration sites, field missions, training events, and cross-district learning visits.
- Provided expert advice to clients, resulting in improved business processes.
Business Hub Manager
Great African Food Company
Kakonko & Babati, Tanzania
2017.01 - 2018.12
- Managed facility operations, logistics, staff coordination, and administrative systems for regional agribusiness hub.
- Increased production by 45%
- Oversaw interactions with service providers, vendors, and partner organizations to maintain operational continuity.
- Coordinated producer group engagement, training events, and data management for reporting.
- Supported compliance, financial literacy, and documentation of field activities.
- Developed strategic plans, boosted operational efficiency.
- Implemented training programmes for enhanced employee skills.
- Monitored project progress, ensured timely completion.
- Enhanced team collaboration by implementing weekly coordination meetings.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and regulations.
Sponsorship & Program Facilitator
World Vision Tanzania
Kasulu & Arusha
2016.01 - 2016.12
- Coordinated administrative and field operations for sponsorship and livelihood programs.
- Managed data entry, child protection monitoring records, and weekly reporting for more than 1000 registered children.
- Supported community groups, saving groups, and field agents with training, documentation, and compliance processes.
Education
MBA - Operations & Project Management - Operations and Project Management
Abertay University
United Kingdom 2025.01 - 2026.02
BSc. - Agronomy
Sokoine University of Agriculture
TanzaniaHigh School Advanced Certificate of Education -
Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Kibondo, TanzaniaSkills
- Coordinating administrative, operational and technical functions
- Workflow optimization
- Administrative coordination & service delivery
- Travel & logistics management
- Data collection, reporting & record management
- Resource and asset management
- Stakeholder coordination (government, private sector, NGOs)
- Inclusive governance & public-private collaboration
- Capacity building & staff guidance
- Multitasking and reliability
- Adaptability
- Strong teamwork
- Knowledge sharing
- Communication and customer service
- Participatory planning & monitoring
- Diversity and inclusion appreciation
Accomplishments
- Coordinated multi-regional implementation of sustainable livelihood and natural-resource-based programs supporting improved governance, inclusion, and service delivery.
- Strengthened institutional capacity for planning, monitoring, and operational management across government, cooperatives, and community-based partners.
- Supported establishment, governance strengthening, and professionalization of cooperatives and producer organizations.
- Facilitated climate-smart agriculture innovations, demonstration sites, and eco-friendly post-harvest practices.
- Enhanced market linkages, buyer engagement, and inclusive contract-farming arrangements.
- Contributed to mobilization of climate-resilient finance and strategic partnerships with financial and private sector institutions.
- Strengthened community systems - including child protection, savings groups, and youth engagement.
- Operationalized learning and knowledge-exchange platforms to improve program coherence and adaptive management.
Languages
English
Swahili
Custom
Daniel Charles Pancras
Director Beekeeping and Forest Division - Ministry of Natural Resource and Tourism, Dodoma,
+255 755578057, daniel.pancras@maliasili.go.tz
Stephen Paul.
Enabel, Tabora, +255 754 443 389, stephen.paul@enabel.be
Sherrie Woodring
GAFCO, USA, +1 703 537 6294, swoodrin@cox.ne
Timeline
MBA - Operations & Project Management - Operations and Project Management
Abertay University
2025.01 - 2026.02
Regional & Cluster Coordinator - Beekeeping Value Chain (EU Funded)
Belgian agency for International Cooperation
2023.07 - 2026.01
National Technical Advisor (Production) & Cluster Coordinator
Belgian agency for International Cooperation
2019.01 - 2023.06
Business Hub Manager
Great African Food Company
2017.01 - 2018.12
Sponsorship & Program Facilitator
World Vision Tanzania
2016.01 - 2016.12
BSc. - Agronomy
Sokoine University of Agriculture