Dairy Jobs in Tanzania

Much of Tanzania's milk comes from smallholder farmers, many of them organised in cooperatives in regions such as Kilimanjaro and Tanga. Processors buy milk from these farmers and make fresh milk, yoghurt, cheese and long-life products. This page lists current dairy vacancies in Tanzania, the main employers, the roles they hire for, and what to expect when you apply.

Current dairy vacancies in Tanzania

No vacancies open in Tanzania right now? New roles are added regularly. Create a free job alert and we will email you when a matching dairy job is posted, or upload your CV so employers and our recruitment team can find you. You can also browse all live dairy jobs or dairy jobs in other countries.

Dairy employers in Tanzania

• ASAS Group (ASAS Dairies): a group headquartered in Dar es Salaam whose businesses include ASAS Dairies and a dairy farm in Iringa region.
• Tanga Fresh: a milk processor in Tanga Region that works with the Tanga Dairy Cooperative Union and local smallholder farmers.
• Azam Dairy (Bakhresa Group): part of the Bakhresa Group, operating a UHT milk processing plant in Zanzibar.
• Galaxy Food and Beverages (Kilimanjaro Fresh): an Arusha-based processor of fresh milk, fermented milk, yoghurt, ghee and cheese.
• Mwika Dairy: a Kilimanjaro dairy cooperative that collects and processes its members' milk.

Company names are listed for information only. Dairy Jobs is not affiliated with these companies, and listing them does not mean they advertise with us. Links go to each company’s own careers page or website. Always apply through official channels.

Typical dairy jobs in Tanzania

Tanzanian milk production is largely organised through smallholder cooperatives, especially in the Kilimanjaro and Tanga regions.

Dairy farming and milk collection: farm managers, herd and livestock officers, veterinarians and animal health assistants, artificial insemination technicians, extension officers who support supplying farmers, and milk collection and cooling-centre staff.

Dairy processing and manufacturing: production managers and supervisors, process operators, quality assurance and quality control staff, laboratory analysts, maintenance and refrigeration engineers. Experience with fresh milk, UHT, yogurt, butter, ghee, cheese or milk powder is valued.

Commercial and supply chain: sales and distribution managers, key account and brand managers, procurement, planning and logistics specialists.

Read our job descriptions for a dairy factory manager, a dairy farm manager and a dairy sales manager to see the skills and qualifications employers look for.

Working in Tanzania: work permits

• In Mainland Tanzania, work permits are handled by the Prime Minister's Office (Labour), and the Labour Commissioner decides applications, which are made online. Official information.
• An employment contract and job description are required for employee work permit classes. Official information.
• Foreign employees also need a Class B residence permit from the Immigration Department. Official information.
• Beware of fake job offers: genuine employers do not ask candidates to pay for a job, a visa or an interview. If an offer asks for money, do not pay. Check it with the company directly.

This section is general information, not legal or immigration advice. Rules change, so always check the current requirements with your employer and official government sources in Tanzania.

How to apply through Dairy Jobs

1. Create a free Dairy Jobs account and upload your CV.
2. Set up a job alert for Tanzania, or for the role you want.
3. Apply for vacancies directly on dairyjobsearch.com. Your application goes straight to the employer or to our recruitment team.
4. Make sure your CV shows your dairy experience clearly: herd size or plant capacity, products, the systems you have worked with, and your qualifications.

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