Development Partners Group Associate Officer

Host entity: UNRCO

Volunteer type: International

Areas of expertise: Administration, Economics, poverty reduction, livelihoods, Community development

Application deadline: 15/10/2026

Mission and objectives

The UN Resident Coordinator is the representative of the UN Secretary-General in Tanzania and is responsible for coordinating the work of the UN Tanzania Country Team (UNCT) which consists of 23 UN Agencies.

Assignment context

The United Republic Tanzania has sustained robust economic growth of 6–7% annually over the past decade, achieved lower MIC status in 2020, and attracted significant foreign investment. The country’s development agenda is guided by the Five-Year Development Plan (FYDP III) in Mainland and Zanzibar Medium Term Development Plan for Zanzibar, aligned with Vision 2050, alongside ongoing work on the Long-Term Perspective Plan and the next Five-Year Development Plan.

With declining global and national ODA, Tanzania is shifting from aid dependency toward self-reliance through tax expansion and innovative financing such as green and blue bonds, blended finance, and impact investments. In 2017, the Government of Tanzania and Development Partners adopted a Development Cooperation Framework (DCF) to strengthen dialogue, explore financing opportunities, and enhance mutual accountability. This framework broadened development cooperation to include non-traditional partnerships.

The Development Partners Group (DPG) Secretariat coordinates and harmonizes Development Partners policy priorities, promoting implementation of the DCF to support Tanzania’s growth and poverty reduction goals. It facilitates strategic dialogue between Development Partners and the Government of Tanzania, primarily through the Ministry of Finance.

The UN Resident Coordinator’s Office hosts the DPG Secretariat, which supports the coordination and engagement activities of the DPG.

Task description

Under the direct supervision of the UN Resident Coordinator, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

A. Support to the Development Partners Group (DPG)

Support the preparation of briefing notes, presentations, reports, and background materials for DPG activities.
Assist in gathering and compiling information to support DPG engagement with the Government of Tanzania under the Development Cooperation Framework (DCF).
Support the organization of DPG meetings, working group meetings, and policy dialogues, including the preparation and circulation of agendas, minutes, and follow-up actions.
Contribute to the preparation of briefs and information materials related to national development priorities, including Vision 2050.


B. Support to the National Development Effectiveness Framework

Assist the team in activities related to development effectiveness and cooperation with the Ministry of Finance.
Support the Joint DPG-Government Secretariat in the preparation and follow-up of meetings and activities.
Contribute to activities related to mutual accountability and policy coherence.
Support coordination and information-sharing with relevant counterparts, including in Zanzibar.
Assist in gathering information on development financing approaches and partnerships.


C. Support to Programme Implementation and Development Coordination

Support the day-to-day activities of the DPG Secretariat, including planning, coordination, documentation, and follow-up of the annual workplan.
Assist in collecting and compiling information on development cooperation trends, financing flows, emerging partnerships, and related developments.
Contribute to the preparation of programme updates, presentations, and other relevant documentation.


D. Support to the UN Resident Coordinator and UN Country Team

Support the preparation of information and analytical inputs related to UN engagement in development cooperation.
Contribute to activities supporting alignment between the UNSDCF and Tanzania’s development effectiveness priorities.
Assist in gathering information and preparing materials related to Development Partners Group priorities and UN development cooperation.


E. Knowledge Management and Learning

Support knowledge-sharing activities related to development effectiveness.
Assist in identifying and documenting good practices and lessons learned related to development cooperation.
Contribute to the preparation and dissemination of knowledge products on policy coherence, mutual accountability, partnerships, and development cooperation.


During the first month of the assignment, the UN Volunteer will work closely with his/her direct supervisor to finalize an agreed-upon work plan. The work plan should outline key objectives and activities and include regular check‑ins with the supervisor to review progress and receive performance feedback.

Skills and experience

Demonstrated interest and/or experience in:

* Economics or related fields.
* Development activities and coordination support.
* Supporting work with government institutions and development partners.
* Basic exposure to UN development activities and joint initiatives.
* Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded.

Skills in:

* Basic understanding of development and operational activities.
* Basic knowledge of blended financing.
* Teamwork and organizational skills.
* Coordination and partnership support.
* Basic presentation and report-writing skills.
* Proficiency in ICT and digital tools

Competencies and values

Accountability
Adaptability and Flexibility
Building Trust
Client Orientation
Commitment and Motivation
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Communication
Creativity
Empowering Others
Ethics and Values
Integrity
Judgement and Decision-making
Knowledge Sharing
Leadership
Managing Performance
Planning and Organizing
Professionalism
Respect for Diversity

Living conditions

The volunteer will be expected to live in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. His/her duties and responsibilities entail traveling between and within the assigned district/s in the programme area.

Visa process:
The UNV will need to apply for a business visa prior to arrival once contract has been issued, the work permit will be applied once issued the residence permit will be processed. The timeline is a month and 14 days.

Full eligibility requirements, conditions of service and application instructions are available on the official UNV platform.