UNDP Jobs - 41115- National Project Coordinator

National Project Coordinator

Location :

DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA

Type of Contract :

Service Contract

Starting Date :

Application Deadline :

01-Nov-13 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

SB-5

Duration of Initial Contract :

1 year

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

1 year

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

The Government of the United Republic of Tanzania has taken steps to embark in a process of putting in place the Enhanced Integrated Framework (EIF), a global initiative for trade related capacity development in LDCs. There have been commendable efforts by MIT to coordinate trade policy through participatory processes. The government launched Tanzania Trade Integration Strategy (TTIS) in 2008 as a single framework for coordinating all trade related initiatives in the country, and a Tanzania Trade Sector Programme as part of the operational arm of the TTIS. With the support of development partners, MIT successfully produced a well developed strategic framework around the TTIS and Trade Sector Development Programme (TSDP).

The purpose of this project is to strengthen the capacity of Tanzanian institutions and stakeholders to mainstream trade and formulate and implement pro-poor trade policies and programmes that support inclusive and sustainable growth patterns. The success of this project aims to produce the following results:

· Evidence-based and human development-centred trade policies are promoted by advancing the mainstreaming trade agenda at the national level

· Tanzanian MDAs, private sector and civil society organizations dynamically participate in trade policy formulation and implementation

· Capacity to contribute to and implement trade policies and strategies is enhanced in Zanzibar

· Government of Tanzania advanced and the mainstreaming trade agenda at the sub-national level (pilot interventions in at least two regions);

· The procurement, financial management, monitoring and evaluation capacity and institutional framework is present to ensure that trade related strategies and Enhanced Integrated Framework/Aid for Trade projects are developed and implemented

Duties and Responsibilities

· Timely and efficient development and implementation of activities under the Capacity Development for Mainstreaming Trade project,

· Coordinate the above activities and forge linkages and synergies with other trade related projects in MIT (like the UN-SECO project),

· Engage trade related Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), the Donor Facilitator, development partners to ensure Trade Related Technical Assistance projects are prioritized and aligned with National/Sector Development Plans and respond to DTIS priorities

· In close collaboration with the UNDP Programme Specialist, support the recruitment of consultants and supervise the work of consultants

· Coordinate the formulation and approval of TIER 2 projects with a view to translate the Diagnostic Trade Integration Study (DTIS) Action Matrix activities into bankable projects for the EIF Trust Fund and in-country donor funding

· Prepare quarterly advance requests in accordance with UNDP National Implementation Guidelines and oversee disbursement of funds to Responsible Parties

· Maintain oversight of the project budget and authorize spending for approved activities in accordance to the rules and regulations of Government and the UNDP. Ensure timely reporting on disbursed funding and retirement of unspent funds;

· Facilitate the planning and implementation of Annual Work plans, project field monitoring, reporting, auditing, creation of risk register logs, project Board meetings and carry out annual performance reviews and mid-term evaluations

· Any other duties assigned by Supervisors

Competencies

· Knowledge and understanding of national government systems as well as UNDP National Implementation modalities.

· Results-oriented, self moving and flexible with proven ability to deliver under pressure.

· Enjoy working in a demand-driven environment, with ability to respond rapidly and effectively to the needs of many clients.

· A team player with strong inter-personal skills, maturity and the ability to comfortably communicate at all levels.

· Ability to identify client needs and deliver them promptly and accurately

Required Skills and Experience

Minimum of a Masters degree in Economics, international trade or related discipline.
At least five years relevant work experience in the areas of trade development, value chain development in the development context.
At least five years experience in project and programme management and implementation.