Development Partners Group Associate Officer
Organizational Context
The UN Resident Coordinator in Tanzania leads the UN Country Team of 23 agencies, coordinating efforts within a nation experiencing robust economic growth and transitioning towards self-reliance. Tanzania is implementing its Five-Year Development Plan (FYDP III) and aligning with Vision 2050. Development cooperation is evolving, with a focus on innovative financing and strengthened dialogue through the Development Cooperation Framework (DCF). The UN Resident Coordinator's Office hosts the Development Partners Group (DPG) Secretariat, crucial for harmonizing partner priorities and supporting national development goals.
Job Purpose
This role supports the Development Partners Group (DPG) Secretariat, hosted by the UN Resident Coordinator's Office in Tanzania. The incumbent will assist in coordinating development partner activities and harmonizing policy priorities to align with Tanzania's national development agenda, including the FYDP III and Vision 2050. The position plays a key role in facilitating strategic dialogue between Development Partners and the Government, particularly the Ministry of Finance, and supporting the implementation of the Development Cooperation Framework (DCF). The aim is to enhance mutual accountability, explore innovative financing mechanisms, and contribute to Tanzania's growth and poverty reduction objectives through effective development cooperation and partnerships.
Responsibilities
The UN Volunteer will support the Development Partners Group (DPG) by preparing briefing notes, presentations, and reports for DPG activities. This includes gathering information for engagement with the Government of Tanzania under the Development Cooperation Framework (DCF) and assisting in organizing DPG meetings, working groups, and policy dialogues, including minute-taking and follow-up. The role also involves supporting the National Development Effectiveness Framework by assisting with activities related to development effectiveness and cooperation with the Ministry of Finance, and contributing to mutual accountability and policy coherence efforts. Additionally, the volunteer will support the DPG Secretariat's daily operations, planning, and documentation, collect information on development cooperation trends and financing, and assist in preparing programme updates. Support will also be provided to the UN Resident Coordinator and UN Country Team in preparing analytical inputs on UN engagement in development cooperation and aligning the UNSDCF with national priorities. Finally, the volunteer will contribute to knowledge management and learning activities related to development effectiveness and cooperation.
Work Experience
No prior experience is required, but a demonstrated interest or experience in economics, development activities, coordination support, or working with government institutions and development partners is beneficial. Basic exposure to UN development activities and joint initiatives is also advantageous. Previous volunteer experience or experience in another culture is highly regarded.
Skills
Key competencies include accountability, adaptability, flexibility, building trust, client orientation, commitment to continuous learning, communication, creativity, empowering others, ethics, integrity, judgment, decision-making, knowledge sharing, leadership, managing performance, planning, organizing, professionalism, and respect for diversity. Technical skills include a basic understanding of development activities, blended financing, teamwork, organizational, coordination, partnership support, presentation, report-writing, and proficiency in ICT and digital tools. Expertise areas include administration, economics, poverty reduction, livelihoods, and community development.