Coordinator - Development Partners Group (DPG) Secretariat
Coordinate and support Development Partners Group's structured dialogues.
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Overview
Coordinate and support Development Partners Group's structured dialogues.
You have:
- Master’s degree in social sciences, economics, international development or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in development management, including coordination and effectiveness.
- Experience working with donors and government counterparts.
- Familiarity with the UNSDCF and joint UN initiatives.
- Familiarity with work processes in Ministries of Finance and government planning institutions.
- Excellent command in English both written and spoken.
Contract
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Result of Service
Under the leadership of the Resident Coordinator’s Office (RCO), the consultant is expected to provide the following deliverables: 1. Monthly Deliverables (June–December 2026): • Monthly Progress and Action Reports. • DPG Main meeting documentation and minutes. • Strategic briefs or analytical notes (minimum one per month). 2. Dialogue Specific Deliverables: • Technical‑Level Structured Dialogue Outcome Report. • High‑Level Structured Dialogue Outcome Report. 3. Final Deliverable: • Lessons Learned and Recommendations Report on DPG coordination and dialogue processes.
Work Location
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Expected duration
7 Months (3 working days per week)
Duties and Responsibilities
The Development Partners Group (DPG) is the principal coordination mechanism for Development Partners’ engagement with the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania. In preparation for a Technical‑Level Structured Dialogue (TLSD) and a subsequent High‑Level Structured Dialogue (HLSD) between the DPG and the Government, UNRCO, in its Secretariat support role, requires dedicated coordination, analytical and advisory capacity to ensure coherent preparation, structured engagement, effective follow‑up and documentation of results and lessons learned. The purpose of this consultancy is to coordinate preparations for, implementation of, and post dialogue follow up to both the Technical Level Structured Dialogue and the High Level Structured Dialogue between the DPG and the Government of Tanzania, ensuring effective Secretariat support, consolidated Development Partner positioning, and the delivery of clear, actionable dialogue reports and lessons learned to inform future DPG coordination and engagement processes. The Consultant will report to UN Resident Coordinator as the DPG permanent co-chair. Within delegated authority, the Consultant will perform the following duties: 1. Coordination of DPG Preparations for Structured Dialogues • Coordinate preparation for, and follow up to, monthly DPG Main meetings, ensuring timely, coherent, and substantive inputs to both the Technical Level Structured Dialogue (TLSD) and the High Level Structured Dialogue (HLSD). • Facilitate strategic alignment and information flow between DPG Working Groups, the DPG Main, and Heads of Missions (HoMs), as required, to support consolidated Development Partner positioning for the dialogues. • Support the DPG Task Force in structured engagement with Government counterparts, including the Ministry of Finance (MoF), National Planning Commission (NPC), and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation (MoFAEAC), in preparation for the dialogues. • Provide technical and coordination support to the Joint DPG–Government Secretariat, including alignment of agendas, background documentation, timelines, and follow up actions related to the structured dialogue processes. 2. Technical‑Level Structured Dialogue (TLSD) • Coordinate substantive and logistical preparation for the TLSD. • Consolidate technical inputs and prepare background documentation, presentations, position papers. • Draft the TLSD Outcome Report documenting discussions, agreements, and action points. 3. High‑Level Structured Dialogue (HLSD) • Coordinate substantive preparation for the HLSD. • Develop strategic messages, briefs, and joint narratives. • Draft the HLSD Outcome Report capturing policy messages and commitments. 4. Strategic Analysis and Advisory Support • Develop strategic briefs and analytical notes. • Document innovative practices and lessons learned. • Provide strategic advisory support to DPG leadership. 5. Secretariat Management • Manage structured agendas, meeting minutes, and action trackers.
Qualifications/special skills
Master’s degree in social sciences, economics, international development or a related field. Minimum 5 years of experience in development management, including coordination and effectiveness (is required) Experience working with donors and government counterparts (is required) Experience in global and national debates related to use of national systems to enhance aid and development effectiveness (is desirable) Familiarity with the UNSDCF and joint UN initiatives (is desirable) Familiarity with work processes in Ministries of Finance and government planning institutions (is required)
Languages
Excellent command in English both written and spoken is required.
Additional Information
Not available.
No Fee
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Potential interview questions
| How have you previously coordinated meetings and dialogues between multiple stakeholders? | This assesses your experience with diverse stakeholders and coordination skills. | Provide specific examples of your role in managing the preparation, execution, and follow-ups of stakeholder meetings. |
| Describe a situation where you had to analyze and summarize complex information for a report. How did you approach it? | The aim is to evaluate your analytical skills and report writing ability. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of how you have managed a project that required collaboration with government entities? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you employ to ensure that all participants are aligned before a high-level meeting? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you document and track progress on action items discussed during meetings? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Tell us about a time you had to deliver critical feedback to leadership or peers. How did you handle it? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What experience do you have in developing strategic briefs or analytical notes? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you ensure effective communication flow within a group of diverse stakeholders? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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