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Salimu Wanjiga

Arusha

Summary

Dedicated professional with strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new environments. Technical proficiency in software applications and exceptional time management capabilities. Committed to supporting team objectives and driving organizational success.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Trip Leader (Part-Time)

MEDLIFE
01.2025 - Current
  • Coordinate and lead service-learning trips for international student volunteers supporting health and development outreach in underserved Tanzanian communities.
  • Deliver cultural orientation, health and safety briefings, and daily logistical support to ensure smooth and impactful trip operations.
  • Serve as the in-country liaison between local healthcare providers, partner communities, and MEDLIFE teams, ensuring alignment on project goals and cultural sensitivity.
  • Facilitate hands-on volunteer engagement in mobile clinics, educational workshops, and community infrastructure projects, fostering cross-cultural understanding and empathy.
  • Manage day-to-day logistics including accommodation, transportation, scheduling, and volunteer well-being throughout the trip duration.

Academic and Sponsorship Coordinator

The Small Things
01.2023 - Current
  • Conducting regular academic assessments for HFCV individuals, collaborating with schools to address educational needs effectively. As well as streamlined process for monitoring and reporting the academic progress quarterly.
  • Initiating extracurricular activities & over 6 career-oriented clubs like environmental, cultural and astronomy to over 40 children, resulting in notable academic improvement within a year.
  • Providing dedicated support to special needs children, securing placements in the best schools and conducting regular tailored academic assessments and progress evaluation.
  • Organizing various events and field trips, including academic achievement celebrations and virtual meetings with sponsors, as well as educational trips to the parks and sites fostering meaningful involvement in environmental education activities.
  • Leading volunteering and visitors education programs both on site and remote to our children.
  • Reviewing and updating our education curriculums annually integrating new international standard tools for education.
  • Creating engaging content for monthly sponsorship updates, keeping sponsors well-informed about the progress of sponsored individuals.
  • Initiating and managing virtual calls connecting children with sponsors, fostering strong and lasting bonds.
  • Proficiently utilizing diverse platforms, including Thankster, Canva, Adobe Photoshop, and various donation sites, to strategically create compelling content for sponsorship initiatives.
  • Track monthly sponsorship donations and Fundraising event.
  • Bi annual monitoring and evaluating hundreds of beneficiaries in academic growth, economic, social and general well being.
  • Attends International Board and Child Welfare meetings to discuss the organization progress and evaluation quarterly.

Tour Consultant

Capture Tanzania/Tanzania Safari Operations Ltd
04.2020 - 12.2022
  • Played a key role in expanding Capture Tanzania's market presence by establishing partnerships with international travel agencies and tour operators, which led to a 50% increase in international bookings.
  • Provided personalized travel guidance to customers on travel issues around required documentation for international travel and financial matters.
  • Worked on booking optimisation for travel packages leading to an increase in company profits by 20% from the previous years.
  • Increased the returning visitors and ambassadors up to 70% of the total number of visitors a year.
  • Promoted and implemented sustainable tourism practices within the company, encouraging eco-friendly travel options that aligned with the conservation efforts in Tanzania's natural parks and reserves.
  • Managed relationships with high-profile clients and travel agencies, ensuring personalized service that led to high client satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Handled bookings and payments for conservation-related portals such as TANAPA and NCAA, ensuring timely and accurate park fee payments.
  • Contributed to pre-trip briefings for clients and tour guides, ensuring all parties were well-informed about trip details.

Wildlife Conservation Education Coordinator

Selous-Niassa Wildlife Corridor
10.2019 - 03.2020
  • Collaborated with conservation teams, internal departments, and field programs, acting as a connecting agent to facilitate mutual learning, knowledge sharing, and network-building among conservation practitioners across the region.
  • Led initiatives to enhance sports and recreational activities in local villages, incorporating conservation-focused policies aimed at promoting environmental awareness and community engagement in wildlife protection.
  • Successfully established partnerships with key conservation organizations such as the Tanzania Elephant Foundation (TEF) and Southern Tanzania Elephant Program (STEP), as well as government agencies like schools and local communities. These partnerships contributed to stronger support and resource mobilization for corridor conservation efforts.
  • Played a key role in increasing wildlife populations, especially for endangered species like elephants and big cats, by improving habitat quality, enforcing anti-poaching measures, and reducing human-wildlife conflict through mitigation strategies like bio-fencing and livestock protection.
  • Trained hundreds of villagers in Tunduru on the implementation of sustainable conservation approaches, including Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) and Community-Based Natural Resource Management (CBNRM). These initiatives empowered local communities to manage their natural resources and contribute to conservation efforts.
  • Assisted in the development of wildlife monitoring programs, utilizing camera traps and GPS tracking to assess wildlife movement and population health within the corridor.

Mangrove Restoration Officer

Chongoleani Mangrove Ecosystem
07.2019 - 09.2019
  • 100% ensured Community Engagement with three adjacent villages in Chongolean, Tanga region, fostering community involvement and raising awareness about the importance of mangrove ecosystems.
  • Led and coordinated mangrove restoration projects, resulting in the planting of over 3000 mangrove seedlings, significantly contributing to the local ecosystem.
  • Enhanced local biodiversity by restoring mangrove habitats, positively impacting fish populations and supporting local sustainable fisheries.
  • Conducted workshops and training sessions for community members on mangrove conservation techniques and sustainable resource management, empowering locals with valuable skills.
  • Established a monitoring system to assess the health and growth of restored mangrove areas, ensuring adaptive management and long-term success of restoration efforts.
  • Cultivated relationships with local government, NGOs like TAWIMA, and other stakeholders to secure resources and support for mangrove restoration initiatives.
  • Contributed to research efforts on mangrove ecology and restoration, collaborating with Sokoine University to enhance knowledge and practices in the field.

Research Assistant

Burunge Wildlife Management Area (WMA)
07.2018 - 09.2018
  • Conducted a comprehensive research study on zoonotic diseases, with a focused case study on the Anthrax outbreak in Burunge WMA, contributing to a significant 10% reduction in disease transmission within three months.
  • Successfully gathered and analyzed critical data from multiple villages within the region, resulting in the development of effective mitigation strategies that were well-received by local communities.
  • Introduced advanced technological solutions and educational programs that promoted sustainable living practices, promoted the use of bio-fencing techniques (planting chili and cactus plants) to further reduce crop raiding by wildlife, effectively minimizing direct human-wildlife interactions.
  • Authored and presented detailed progress reports, recognized as among the best by the Department at Sokoine University, providing valuable insights that informed ongoing wildlife management strategies.
  • Collaborated with local authorities and conservation experts to refine and implement policies aimed at sustaining these community-based conservation efforts and ensuring long-term coexistence between wildlife and local populations.
  • Launched public health education campaigns aimed at educating local communities about zoonotic diseases, animal handling, and the importance of seeking medical care for symptoms, reducing disease transmission rates and improving overall community health.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Management

Sokoine University
Morogoro, Tanzania
01.2019

Some College (No Degree) - Field Training on Mangrove Conservation and Restoration

Sokoine University
Chongoleani, Tanga

Skills

  • Volunteer leadership and coordination
  • Cross-cultural communication and sensitivity
  • Project planning and execution
  • Management
  • Logistics and operations management
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Teamwork and collaborative problem-solving
  • Stakeholder and donor engagement
  • Adaptability in remote and rural settings
  • Cultural orientation
  • Logistical coordination
  • Community engagement
  • Data analysis
  • Cross-cultural understanding
  • Tourism development

Publications

  • Assessment of Economic Cost of Human Wildlife Conflict, A case study of Arusha National Park, Academia.edu, 01/01/19
  • Unravelling Media's Contribution to Natural Resources Conservation Northern Tanzania, TAWIMA, 01/01/22

Training

Extensive Field Training on Mangrove Conservation and Restoration, Chongoleani, Tanga, 01/01/17, 2 months

Awards

  • Best Wildlife Photographer and Videographer, Department of Wildlife Management, Sokoine University, 2019
  • Best Human-Wildlife Coexistence research, Sokoine University, 2019

Languages

  • Swahili, Native
  • English, Professional
  • German, Basic

Languages

Swahili
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Trip Leader (Part-Time)

MEDLIFE
01.2025 - Current

Academic and Sponsorship Coordinator

The Small Things
01.2023 - Current

Tour Consultant

Capture Tanzania/Tanzania Safari Operations Ltd
04.2020 - 12.2022

Wildlife Conservation Education Coordinator

Selous-Niassa Wildlife Corridor
10.2019 - 03.2020

Mangrove Restoration Officer

Chongoleani Mangrove Ecosystem
07.2019 - 09.2019

Research Assistant

Burunge Wildlife Management Area (WMA)
07.2018 - 09.2018

Bachelor of Science - Wildlife Management

Sokoine University

Some College (No Degree) - Field Training on Mangrove Conservation and Restoration

Sokoine University

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