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# Job Description


Background

The development partner group for private sector development and trade DPG
PSDT was formally established in 2007, in order to build a coordinated
development partner response to the Government’s Joint Assistance Strategy for
Tanzania JAST, within the overarching framework of the MKUKUTA. It continues
to exist, to support the government with the realization of the FYDP III.
Currently, PSD/Trade-DPG is chaired by the British Foreign Commonwealth
Development Office FCDO and co-chaired by United Nations Development Program
UNDP. The main purpose of the PSD/Trade-DPG is to promote coherence and
consistency in development assistance to Private Sector Development, Trade and
financial sector, and the coordinate Development Partners’ support.

Background to the PSD work of UNDP
UNDP is a committed partner in the work of developing the Private Sector in
Tanzania and works closely with the Ministry of Industry and Trade and its
agencies on several projects, and requires support on the implementation.
These include
Funguo. Unlocking. Innovation. Investment. Impact. The program seeks to
support exponential ‘impact ventures’ to grow and access finance, as well as
improve the enabling environment for operation.
Strengthen MSMEs Capacity to Improve Competitiveness in Domestic, Regional and
International Markets for Selected Value Chains. This program works closely
with the Ministry of Industry and Trade strengthening the enabling environment
for Tanzanian MSMEs to benefit from market access and increasing MSME’s
exports by improving their productivity and helping them to penetrate to
existing and emerging markets.
Green Growth and disruptive Innovation for Tourism As part of implementation
of the recovery plan for the tourism sector UNDP embarked on the
implementation of its Build back better Tourism sector in Tanzania focus into
two ends; i supporting the digitalization of the sector actors and ii
supporting product diversification and technological uptake by MSMEs.
Digitalization of Tanzania Tourism Sector. UNDP is building to its ongoing
work around digitalization of key operators and sees huge potential for the
digitalization of the tourism sector. In partnership with UNWTO and others the
project seeks to boost the competitiveness of the Tanzania tourism sector
providers through integrating them into global digital value chains.
Horticulture Transformation for Inclusive Growth HOTIGRO. The program seeks
to “unlock” the potential of the industry by supporting sustainable and
transformative activities which will subsequently lead to a sustainable growth
of the horticulture industry.
Integrated Tourism Recovery and Resilience in Zanzibar. The project aims at
contributing towards the transformation of Zanzibar’s economy, with a specific
focus on supporting a conducive environment for sustainable and inclusive
private investment in Zanzibar’s tourism industry.
Catalyzing Innovation into Smart Aquaculture in Mtwara Region for a Better
Tomorrow. In partnership with the Mwanza Regional Commission office, local
government, the Fishery Education Training Agency FETA, and the local
community groups, UNDP seeks to play a catalytic role in providing access to
the digital Recirculating Aquaculture System RAS technology for women and
youth farmers in the Mtwara Region. The project will help them to unlock
finance and access new technology to increase output.
UNDP is seeking a suitably qualified candidate to support the PSDT Secretariat
and UNDP PSDT activities. The selected candidate will report to the Head of
Inclusive Growth and will be required to work out of the UNDP office in Dar es
Salaam spending 50/50 of their time between the two roles.

Duties and Responsibilities

1\. PSDT Secretariat
To serve as main contact point for DPG Private Sector Development and Trade
Members and the public.
To support the scheduling of the monthly meetings 3rd Wednesday of every
month.
Maintain an up-to-date list of members.
Support the organization of field visits when/if necessary.
To support the implementation of the DPG Private Sector Development and Trade
work-plan.
To prepare key documents and agendas for meetings, drafting minutes and
distributing them on time, organize meeting logistics, record-keeping of
internal and external meetings, contacts, and documents, organize technical
workshops, internal communication.
Regularly update and maintain the DPG PSD webpage on
http//www.tzdpg.or.tz/dpg-website/dpg-tanzania.html this uses TYPO 3 for the
backend and currently is not well maintained and needs to be fully updated.
To support communication with other relevant DPGs, with strategic partners
such as private sector and civil society and an interested public.
Ensure maintenance and updating of the DPG-PSDT project matrix and monitoring
tools.
To provide strategic support to the DPG-PSDT as requested. Contribute to a
high-quality participation of DPG- PSDT in policy dialogue. Help to develop a
long-term perspective for the group and facilitate the creation of strategic
alliances with other partners donors, CSOs, private sector.
To share external communication, for example from consultants, researchers,
other development agencies and institutions etc., amongst the group.

2\. Advisory and Secretariat Support to the Development Partners Chairs and
the Group itself DPG
Work with the DPG Main Secretariat to provide inputs to implementation of
broad strategic directions as agreed with and by the DPG Co-Chairs, on behalf
of the Development Partners Group.
Liaise with the DPG Main Secretariat to provide advisory, analytical, and
technical support to the Development Partners Group DPG Working Groups on
the issues regarding development management, coordination, and effectiveness
as well as strengthened development partnership.
Provide oversight and manage the logistics of the Working Groups including
convening meetings and circulation of agenda and proceedings from WG meetings;
Coordinate with all stakeholders in the public and private sector in the
implementation of reforms through WG deliberations;
Liaise with DPG Main Secretariat to provide strategic advisory support to the
Development Partners Group Thematic Working Groups in facilitating policy
dialogue on several key overarching policy issues through the DPG monthly
meetings and other DPG special discussions on topics agreed by the DPG.
Provide secretariat support to DPG Main secretariat, including minutes,
agendas, and invitations, as well as managing mailing lists, lists of sectors
working groups.
Undertake needs and resources assessments in institutions implementing reforms
and provide feedback to the WG.
Provide analysis and research of information on national priorities, donors’
interests, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation,
identification of opportunities for cost-sharing.
Monthly updates on WG activities including meeting briefs
Develop reform agenda and tracking tool for each WG
Produce reforms implementation reports monthly and quarterly
Draft government regulations conducted by specified and agreed consultants
Monthly agenda and Minutes of the Development Partner Group DPG

3\. Inclusive Growth Pillar technical work
Work closely as a member of the Inclusive Growth Pillar team to support
activities linked to PSDT.
Support on drafting proposals to solicit funds for ongoing and new projects
under Inclusive growth.
Research and draft analysis papers to inform the work of the Inclusive Growth
Pillar ongoing and new activities.
Support the implementation of the MSMEs Capacity project, notably on the
monitoring and implementing of the African Union Free Trade Agreement
AfCFTA.
Support to Inclusive Growth Pillar contribution to the UNDP Country Programme
Document CPD and United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation
Framework UNSDCF
Actively engage with and listen to the private sector and its relevant
associations.
Working with TNBC and TPSF to track the participation of private sector on
implementation of FYDP III
Quarterly Analytical briefs papers on specific sector and sub sectors i.e.,
Tourism, Horticulture, Trade, Digitalisation, Innovative finance, Youth and
Women empowerment.
Organize Sem Annual High profile PPD events – Dialogue with Government on
selected themes.
Drafting of research reports to inform the UNDP PSDT activities.
Drafting resource mobilization proposals as needed.
Tracking the participate of Private sector in the implementation of the FYDP
III
Providing day-to-day support to the UNDP PSDT project implementation.

Competencies
Core

Innovation
Ability to make new and useful ideas work
Level 5 Creates new and relevant ideas and leads others to implement them

Leadership
Ability to persuade others to follow
Level 5 Plans and acts transparently, actively works to remove barriers

People Management
Ability to improve performance and satisfaction
Level 5 Models high professional standards and motivates excellence in others

Communication
Ability to listen, adapt, persuade and transform
Level 5 Gains trust of peers, partners, clients by presenting complex
concepts in practical terms to others

Delivery
Ability to get things done while exercising good judgement
Level 5 Critically assesses value and relevance of existing policy / practice
and contributes to enhanced delivery of products, services, and innovative
solutions

Technical/Functional

Knowledge Management and Learning
Promotes a knowledge sharing and learning culture in the office
Greater knowledge in national development coordination, harmonization and
alignment agenda and knowledge in promoting South-South Cooperation
Greater knowledge in national development management process
Ability to advocate and provide policy advice to SDGs implementation
Actively works towards continuing personal learning and development in one or
more Practice Areas, acts on learning plan and applies newly acquired skills
Level 5 Originate Catalyzes new ideas, methods, and applications to pave a
path for innovation and continuous improvement in professional area of
expertise.

Development and Operational Effectiveness
Ability to lead strategic planning, results-based management and reporting
Ability to lead formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of
development including SDGs, programmes and projects, mobilize resources
Good knowledge of the Result its Management Guide and Toolkit
Strong IT skills
Ability to lead implementation of new systems business side, and affect
staff behavioral/attitudinal change
Level 5 Originate Catalyzes new ideas, methods, and applications to pave a
path for innovation and continuous improvement in professional area of
expertise.

Management and Leadership
Builds strong relationships with clients, focuses on impact and result for the
client and responds positively to feedback
Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude
Demonstrates openness to change and ability to manage complexities
Ability to lead effectively, mentoring as well as conflict resolution skills
Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills
Remains calm, in control and good humored even under pressure
Proven networking, teambuilding, organizational and communication skills
Level 4 Apply & Adapt Contributes skills and knowledge with demonstrated
ability to advance innovation and continuous improvement, in professional area
of expertise.

Relationship Management
Ability to engage and foster strategic partnerships with other parties, inter-
agency coordination and forge productive working relationships
Level 4 apply & Adapt Contributes skills and knowledge with demonstrated
ability to advance innovation and continuous improvement, in professional area
of expertise.

Results-based Management
Ability to manage programmes and projects with a strategy aimed at improved
performance and demonstrable results
Level 4 Apply & Adapt Contributes skills and knowledge with demonstrated
ability to advance innovation and continuous improvement, in professional area
of expertise.

Project Management
Ability to plan, organize, motivate, and control resources, procedures and
protocols to achieve specific goals
Level 4 Apply & Adapt Contributes skills and knowledge with demonstrated
ability to advance innovation and continuous improvement, in professional area
of expertise.

Required Skills and Experience
Min. Academic Education
Master’s Degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Public
Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, Social Sciences or related
field.
Min. Years of relevant Work experience
At least 5 years of experience in development management, including
coordination and effectiveness.
Experience 3 years + in research and report writing for policy briefs.
Required skills and competencies
Experience working with donors and government counterparts’ partnerships for
development
Demonstrated knowledge in Inclusive Growth and strategies and private sector
development, including trade in support of poverty reduction.
Experience working broadly with traditional private sector development issues
competitive sectors, investment climate, trade, and innovation and
entrepreneurship.
Experience in working as a secretariate for a similar group is desirable/
added advantage.
An understanding of how to use online tools for meetings and collaboration
such as Zoom, G-Drive, Google Meet, file sharing etc.
Able to use MS Word tools effectively such as Outlook for meetings and
mails, word, excel etc.
Desired additional skills and competencies
Experience in writing funding proposals.
An understanding of or willingness to learn how TYPO 3 works – experience on
a similar platform like word press is an advantage.
Required Language
Fluency in oral and written English is required.
Knowledge of Kiswahili will be considered an asset.



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