1.0 Institutional Overview

The Kilimanjaro Regional Office (KRO) is one of the thirteen (13) strategic regional offices operating under the Institute of Continuing Co-operative Education (ICCE) of Moshi Co-operative University (MoCU). The Office supports co-operative societies, member-based organisations, entrepreneurs, communities, and other stakeholders through education and training, co-operative development, entrepreneurship, innovation, research, consultancy, and community empowerment.

2.0 Location and Areas of Operation

The Office is located at Sokoine Road, Moshi Co-operative University (MoCU), Wazalendo Complex. It serves the Kilimanjaro and Arusha Regions. The Office provides a link between the University and co-operative societies, communities, government institutions, development partners, the private sector, and other stakeholders.

3.0 Mandate and Core Activities

The Kilimanjaro Regional Office is mandated to deliver professional services in:

• Education and training
• Co-operative development
• Entrepreneurship and innovation
• Research and consultancy
• Community empowerment

4.0 Areas of Expertise

The Office possesses expertise in a range of fields, including:

• Co-operative development
• Entrepreneurship
• Agribusiness
• Microfinance
• Project planning and management
• Monitoring and evaluation
• Organisational development
• Gender-responsive planning
• Participatory development

In addition, the Office provides management and business consultancy, feasibility studies, and technical advisory services.

5.0 Approach to Service Delivery

To expand access to knowledge and skills, the Office employs a combination of approaches, including:

• Residential and distance learning
• Community outreach
• Mentoring
• Advisory services
• Partnerships
• Mass and social media
• Practical skills development

These approaches contribute to inclusive and sustainable socio-economic development.

6.0 Clients and Stakeholders

The Office serves a diverse range of clients, including co-operative societies, member-based organisations, entrepreneurs, communities, government institutions, development partners, the private sector, and other stakeholders engaged in co-operative and community development.

7.0 Contact Information

For further information, please contact the Regional Programme Coordinator through the telephone numbers provided above.