Coordinator - Development Partners Group Secretariat

About the role

The Development Partners Group (DPG) Secretariat Coordinator will support the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office in preparing, implementing, and following up on structured dialogues between development partners and the Government of Tanzania. This 7‑month consultancy (three days per week) is based in Dar es Salaam and focuses on coordination, analytical reporting, and documentation of dialogue outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate monthly DPG Main meetings and ensure timely preparation of inputs for Technical‑Level and High‑Level Structured Dialogues.
• Facilitate information flow between DPG Working Groups, Heads of Missions, and government ministries (MoF, NPC, MoFAEAC).
• Support the DPG Task Force in structured engagement with government counterparts, aligning agendas, background documents, and timelines.
• Provide technical and coordination assistance to the Joint DPG–Government Secretariat, including documentation of meeting minutes and action reports.
• Produce monthly progress reports, strategic briefs, and analytical notes.
• Deliver outcome reports for both Technical‑Level and High‑Level Structured Dialogues.
• Prepare a final Lessons Learned and Recommendations report on DPG coordination and dialogue processes.

Required profile

• Relevant university degree (e.g., International Relations, Development Studies, Public Administration) or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven experience in coordinating multi‑stakeholder meetings, preferably within UN or international development contexts.
• Strong analytical and writing skills to produce concise reports and briefs.
• Ability to work independently and manage deliverables under tight timelines.

Required skills