Business & Marketing Programme in Tanzania — Art in Tanzania
What is it? The Business & Marketing Programme gives international students and volunteers genuine responsibility inside a working, self-sustaining NGO in Tanzania — one that funds its own mission through safari operations and the sale of environmentally friendly products. Work spans two tracks: marketing and communications, and NGO management and development. It is run by Art in Tanzania (AIT), a community-development NGO founded in 1996.
Where? Around Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, within AIT's working organisation.
How long? Flexible — the programme runs continuously year-round, with duration adjustable to your academic schedule and goals.
Working hours? 6–8 hours per day, Monday to Friday.
Who joins? AIT typically hosts 15–40 international students at a time, drawn from over 1000 partner universities worldwide.
What does the Business & Marketing Programme involve?
The programme spans two interconnected tracks, which you can focus on or combine based on your background and goals.
Marketing & communications
- Digital marketing — managing and growing AIT's online presence, including content strategy, copywriting, and campaign execution.
- SEO and web development — contributing to website improvements, optimising content for search, and supporting digital visibility goals.
- Social media management — creating and publishing content across AIT's channels, including a Facebook audience of over 50,000 followers.
- Programme promotion — developing materials and campaigns to market volunteer placements, internships, safaris, and tours to an international audience.
NGO management & development
- Organisational management support — assisting with the day-to-day management and strategic development of a working NGO.
- Staff training — designing and delivering training sessions, from digital literacy to sustainability practices.
- Community entrepreneurship — supporting grassroots business development in the communities AIT serves.
- Network development — building and maintaining organisational partnerships — is critical where collaboration compensates for limited capacity.
- Sustainability advocacy — raising awareness about environmental and social sustainability across the organisation and its programmes.
What will I learn?
The programme bridges academic training and real-world application. You leave with a working understanding of how marketing, management, and business development function in a developing-country context — where creativity, adaptability, and collaboration matter as much as technical skill — plus a first-hand perspective on the opportunities in one of Africa's fastest-growing economies. You also gain cross-cultural collaboration experience that employers increasingly value.
How does the placement work?
Academic-level team leaders supervise your placement daily, and a weekly plan-and-report system keeps your work structured, purposeful, and aligned with your study programme. Your placement is fully tailored to your background, experience, and interests. Business, marketing, communications, management, economics, and entrepreneurship are all a strong fit — but innovative thinkers from any discipline are welcome.
Who runs the programme, and since when?
Art in Tanzania (AIT) has placed approximately 250 participants annually in community-based programmes across Tanzania since 1996. It is a working, self-sustaining organisation, not a simulation — you are part of making it work.
What is life in Tanzania like during the placement?
Tanzania offers an extraordinary backdrop — rich culture, iconic landscapes, and remarkable wildlife on your doorstep. Affordable, sustainable safaris and tours are available for you and any visiting friends or family.
Can I get funding?
Yes. Erasmus+ funding may be available for this placement. Speak with your student or international office about grant options that could fully or partially fund the experience.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Business & Marketing Programme involve?
Two tracks: marketing and communications (digital marketing, SEO and web, social media, programme promotion) and NGO management and development (organisational support, staff training, community entrepreneurship, network development, sustainability advocacy).
Who can join the Business & Marketing Programme?
Students and professionals from business, marketing, communications, management, economics, and entrepreneurship are a strong fit, though innovative thinkers from any discipline are welcome. AIT hosts 15–40 participants at a time from over 400 partner universities worldwide.
What are the working hours?
6–8 hours per day, Monday to Friday.
When can I start?
The programme runs continuously year-round, with flexible start dates and adjustable duration.
Is funding available?
Yes — Erasmus+ funding may fully or partially cover your placement. Ask your student office about grant options.
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