Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, January 21 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
PROJECT CONTEXT
This project will contribute to Tanzania's inclusive and sustainable industrial development by promoting circular economy practices, particularly through the advancement of a bioeconomy and biomass valorization utilizing technology from Japan and other alternative energy sources. It also aims to address Tanzania's challenges of deforestation and biodiversity loss.
The project will promote the benefits of adopting circular economy and resource efficiency practices and technologies, mainly related to bioeconomy and biomass waste valorization, through seminars, awareness development activities, training, technical assistance, and technology demonstration activities. All activities will be implemented with a gender-responsive approach to ensure inclusive and equitable opportunities in the value chain.
The demonstration activity will focus on the production, marketing, and promotion of industrial or commercial use of alternative products to firewood and charcoal, valorized from rice husk and other renewable resources.
The project also supports the implementation of the TICAD Tunis Action Plan under PILLAR I: “Realizing structural transformation for sustainable economic growth and social development,” and PILLAR II: “Realizing a resilient and sustainable society.”

FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager and UNIDO Representative in Tanzania, and in close cooperation with the Technical Expert in Tanzania and the project team, the National Project Coordinator (NPC) will be responsible for the following main duties:
MAIN DUTIES
Project Coordination and Implementation
• Support the Project Manager and Technical Expert in preparing detailed work plans and budgets and design monitoring and evaluation tools for the project activities.
• Coordinate and support the execution of all activities leading to the successful implementation of the project in the country in close cooperation with the Technical Expert, including implementation, quality control, and monitoring of all project activities in the country.
• Liaise with government counterparts, provide regular updates, financial reports, and troubleshoot problems as required.
• Attend key meetings related to the project and act as the focal point of the project at the national level together with the Technical Expert.
• Organize and conduct briefings and debriefings on projects for the country, sub-regional aspects, resources, and development to maximize project performance levels.
• Coordinate and support the preparation of Terms of Reference (ToRs) for the recruitment of national project consultants and contractors.
• Supervise the work of the international and national expert team contracted by UNIDO and/or to perform ad-hoc activities.
• Coordinate and support the preparation of technical requirements/technical specifications for procurement, including designing technical requirements, elaborating on relevant questions from tenders, evaluations, etc., ensuring compliance with UNIDO administrative rules and policies.
• Take project initiatives to enhance the success of the program, including partnerships with private sector opportunities.
• Maintain close links with other private sector development initiatives to ensure a consistent and integrated approach.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the UNIDO Representative in Tanzania and Project Manager.

Expected Results:
• Effective technical advice and support provided.
• Project activities implemented in close collaboration with national counterparts at a high standard and with a results-based approach.
• Effective liaison with government counterparts established.
• Meeting minutes prepared.
• Effective partnerships maintained.
Monitoring and Reporting
• Provide inputs for strategic advice in the elaboration of the operational planning and monitoring system for the project.
• Coordinate monitoring and evaluation for project activities using appropriate tools with verifiable output indicators, including IRPF.
• Monitor progress of project sub-contractors, experts, and counterparts’ activities, identify risks that may delay project progress, report to the Project Manager with suggestions, and take mitigation measures if necessary.
• Coordinate, support, and draft progress reports according to donor specifications and UNIDO requirements.
Expected Results:
• Project monitoring framework drafted, and project log frame revised.
• Project reporting templates drawn up.
• Reports prepared and submitted as planned.
External Relations
• Promote visibility of UNIDO, the donor, and the project by preparing news releases, website, and social media content.
• Maintain networks and partnerships with national institutions, private sector, and UN project partners.
• Coordinate the dissemination of project knowledge to the wider public by proposing examples of best practices and success stories, as well as replicable strategies and approaches.
Expected Results:
• Partnerships with project partners strengthened.
• Communication strategy completed and success stories/lessons learned disseminated through appropriate media.
Final Phase
• Prepare a consolidated final report of the project in close consultation with all stakeholders and submit it to UNIDO by the end of the project.
Expected Results:
• Final report produced and submitted for approval by the Project Manager.

MINIMUM ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Education:
• Advanced university degree (master's or equivalent) in economics, engineering, sciences, agro-industries, environment, business administration, or other relevant disciplines is required.

Technical and Functional Experience:
• At least five (5) years of professional experience in coordinating the implementation of development/technical cooperation programs or projects at national and/or industry levels is required.
• Experience in evaluating the needs, conditions, and problems of the country or similar countries in the region is required.
• Experience working with development agencies, donor communities, private sectors, government, and relevant institutions in the country or similar countries in the region is desirable.
• Experience or knowledge in circular economy, bioeconomy, and/or biomass valorization is desirable.
Languages:
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
• Fluency and/or working knowledge of Swahili is required.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES
Core Values:
• Integrity: Work honestly, openly, and impartially.
• Professionalism: Work competently, responsibly, and with commitment.
• Respect for Diversity: Work together respectfully, inclusively, and effectively, regardless of cultural differences.
Key Competencies:
• Focus on People: Cooperate to fully reach potential—this applies to colleagues as well as clients. Emotional intelligence and receptiveness are vital.
• Focus on Results and Responsibilities: Plan, organize, and manage work effectively to meet performance standards and responsibilities.
• Communicate and Earn Trust: Communicate effectively and build an environment of trust for excellence in work.
• Think Outside the Box and Innovate: Support innovation, improve continuously, share knowledge and skills, and learn from others.


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree

Job application procedure
All applications must be submitted online through the Online Recruitment System.


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