Programs and communications specialist

Contract

This is a UNV International Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as International UN Volunteer. It is normally internationally recruited only. More about UNV International Specialist contracts.

The Programs and communications specialist will be directly supervised by the National Coordinator and head of Tanzania office, under the guidance and consultation of the Deputy Director, Africa Office, with the overall leadership from the Director, Africa Office in Nairobi, Kenya. The incumbent will provide implementation support to projects/activities under UNEP’s UNSDCF commitments, and which are also in line with UNEP’s Programme of Work in the Africa Region, with direct linkage to Climate action, pollution action and nature action. Associated with this, the incumbent will assist in programme development, review of relevant documents and fundraising for the effective implementation and delivery of projects/activities. The incumbent will also conduct research, collect and collate data and maintain appropriate databases as well as country, regional and organizational profiles. The incumbent will additionally provide support in reporting, liaison and administrative duties appropriate to the implementation of the UNSDCF 2021/22-2026/27 work programme as financed under one fund, among other potential resources.

Under the direct supervision of National Coordinator and head of Tanzania office, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks. •Supports in developing and preparing project proposals for the implementation of various priority activities under UNSDCF in line with UNEP’s Africa Office plan of work commitments. •Assists in collecting and analyzing information related to environment and sustainable development to help deepen and widen the understanding of issues related to the nexus environment assets economic growth and social stability and how this relates to poverty reduction in Tanzania. •Assist in preparing reflection notes, policy briefs and fact sheets on issues linked to environment and sustainable development to feed in the policy debate, and the overall communication assistance. •Supports in identifying opportunities for partnerships that can be engaged and resources that can be mobilized in the country as well as those in the region for environmental sustainability and economic growth. •Update relevant data bases and profiles for project formulation and information sharing. •Assists in reviewing relevant documents with regards to among others, green growth, potentials for green economy, climate change, environmental governance and resource efficiency. •Support planning and organization of meetings, training workshops, etc. •Regularly review and recommend appropriate tools that enhance the delivery of the UNDAP related work.
•Any other activities assigned by the supervisor.

Competencies and Values ☒ Accountability ☒ Adaptability and Flexibility ☒ Building Trust ☒ Commitment and Motivation ☒ Commitment to Continuous Learning ☒ Creativity ☒ Ethics and Values ☒ Integrity ☒ Knowledge Sharing ☒ Planning and Organizing ☒ Professionalism ☒ Respect for Diversity ☒ Self-Management

Environment, Climate Change and Natural Resource management. •Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded. •Demonstrated skill in effective verbal communication and interpersonal interactions. •Be familiar with a wide range of information on environment challenges in Africa and UNEP programmes and activities in Africa. •Have a flexible approach and be able to work effectively as part of a team.

Dar es Salaam is the largest City in Tanzania, as the major port and economic center. Much as most offices and official functions of the government’s ministries, departments and agencies have shifted to the designated National Capital City for Tanzania, Dodoma, most embassies and UN Tanzania headquarter offices are still based in Dar es Salam City. Dar es Salaam is situated on the coast, overlooking the Indian Ocean. It is an International multicultural city with a mix of religions. There is a wide range of facilities available, including numerous shopping centers movie theatres, restaurants and many new developments planned.