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Mission and objectives
UNDP is the UN’s global development network whose focus is to help countries build and share solutions to the challenges of sustainable development as informed by the 2030 sustainable development agenda. The overall focus for UNDP Tanzania is to support the Government of Tanzania to improve lives of the people through strategic programmatic areas of Inclusive Democratic Governance, Inclusive Economic Growth and Sustainable Livelihoods and Environment Sustainability, Climate Change and Resilience.
Context
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the United Nations’ global development network, advocating for sustainable human development and connecting countries to knowledge, experience, and resources to help people build a better life. In Tanzania, UNDP supports national development priorities by fostering inclusive economic growth, strengthening democratic governance, promoting climate and environmental sustainability, and advancing innovation and digital transformation. As part of its commitment to addressing plastic pollution and advancing the circular economy, UNDP Tanzania has entered into an agreement with the Global Plastic Action Partnership (GPAP) to host the National Plastic Action Partnership (NPAP) Secretariat. The NPAP is a nationally-led, multi-stakeholder platform that aims to tackle plastic pollution and accelerate the transition toward a circular plastics economy in Tanzania.
Guided by three strategic pillars—convening communities and curating conversations, generating new knowledge and national action roadmaps, and catalyzing strategic investment for high-potential solutions—the NPAP brings together key stakeholders across government, private sector, civil society, and academia. The platform will lead the co-creation of a data-driven National Plastic Action Roadmap, promote innovation and inclusive participation, and coordinate the implementation of solutions to reduce plastic leakage and foster sustainable growth in Tanzania.
This position will be embedded within the UNDP Tanzania Country Office and support the effective coordination and delivery of the NPAP’s mission and strategic activities.
Task description
Under the guidance of the NPAP Leadership Board, and in close coordination with the GPAP Secretariat and the UNDP Country Office, the NPAP Manager will:
• Coordinate the overall operations and strategic delivery of the NPAP Secretariat hosted at UNDP Tanzania.
• Work closely with the GPAP Secretariat, NPAP Chair, and relevant government ministries to ensure alignment and strategic direction.
• Support the identification, engagement, and onboarding of Steering Board members, task force participants, and expert advisors.
• Lead the development and implementation of the NPAP National Action Roadmap in collaboration with government and key stakeholders.
• Manage relationships with strategic investment partners and identify funding and investment opportunities to scale plastic action.
• Collaborate with partners including the National Analysis Modelling (NAM) tool provider and Metrics Consultants to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for NPAP members and coordinate their participation in Leadership Board meetings and other activities.
• Organize and moderate Leadership Board and Task Force meetings, including agenda-setting, logistics, and stakeholder engagement.
• Oversee the planning and execution of workshops and multi-stakeholder convenings to share best practices and catalyze scalable solutions.
• Coordinate communication efforts, including national and global outreach in partnership with the GPAP Secretariat and communications team.
• Manage the NPAP presence on the GPAP Digital Collaboration Platform (TopLink), ensuring regular content updates and stakeholder engagement.
• Contribute to GPAP events, including the design and execution of national sessions during annual global meetings.
• Support research, learning, and knowledge sharing by developing reports, issue briefs, and synthesizing insights on plastic waste and circular economy.
• Supervise and provide strategic guidance to Secretariat staff, consultants, and support personnel.
• Ensure timely submission of quarterly reports and updates to the GPAP Secretariat, capturing progress, lessons learned, and impact stories.
• Ensure gender equality, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability are integrated throughout NPAP initiatives.
Eligibility criteria
Age
18 – 80
Required experience
7 years
Nationality
Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.
Assignment requirements
Relevant experience
5 years
Languages
English, Level: Fluent, Required
Swahili, Level: Fluent, Desirable
Required education level
Bachelor degree or equivalent in Environment, Public Policy, Circular Economy.
Competencies and values
• Accountability
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Creativity & Innovation
• Judgement and decision-making
• Planning and organising
• Professionalism
• Proactiveness
• Self-driven & Self-management
Skills and experience
Experience in project or programme management, preferably in the fields of sustainable development, waste management, environmental policy, or public-private partnerships.
• Proven track record of coordinating multi-stakeholder initiatives, especially involving government, private sector, and civil society actors.
• Experience working with or within international development organizations, preferably the UN system.
• Strong familiarity with circular economy and plastic pollution issues in Tanzania or similar country contexts.
• Demonstrated experience in leading teams, managing consultants, and delivering complex projects within tight timelines.
• Experience in organizing high-level policy dialogues, workshops, and multi-stakeholder events is a strong asset.
Skills:
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments.
• Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills, including the ability to engage with senior government officials and industry leaders.
• Solid skills in project planning, monitoring, and reporting, including familiarity with results-based management.
• Proficiency in using digital collaboration tools, Microsoft Office Suite, and project management software.
• Ability to synthesize research and technical findings into clear and actionable policy recommendations.
• High degree of professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
Area(s) of expertise
Business management, Energy and environment
Driving license
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Other information
Living conditions and remarks
Tanzania is a unique country and is a unique (humanitarian) operation. It provides for an interesting and enriching environment, but also requires a mature level of cultural awareness, as well as more stamina and commitment than elsewhere to make life comfortable and affordable. Therefore, flexibility and the ability and willingness to live and work in harsh and potentially hazardous conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort, are essential.
Inclusivity statement
United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements
Selected candidates for certain occupational groups may be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) in line with the applicable host entity policy
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