National Plastic Action Partnership Manager (NPAP Manager)
2025-04-16T19:36:08+00:00
UNDP
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FULL_TIME
Dar es salaam
Dar es Salaam
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Tanzania
Business Management and Administration
Admin & Office
2025-05-01T17:00:00+00:00
Tanzania
8
Task description
Under the guidance of the NPAP Leadership Board, and in close coordination with the GPAP Secretariat and the UNDP Country Office, the NPAP Manager will:
• Coordinate the overall operations and strategic delivery of the NPAP Secretariat hosted at UNDP Tanzania.
• Work closely with the GPAP Secretariat, NPAP Chair, and relevant government ministries to ensure alignment and strategic direction.
• Support the identification, engagement, and onboarding of Steering Board members, task force participants, and expert advisors.
• Lead the development and implementation of the NPAP National Action Roadmap in collaboration with government and key stakeholders.
• Manage relationships with strategic investment partners and identify funding and investment opportunities to scale plastic action.
• Collaborate with partners including the National Analysis Modelling (NAM) tool provider and Metrics Consultants to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for NPAP members and coordinate their participation in Leadership Board meetings and other activities.
• Organize and moderate Leadership Board and Task Force meetings, including agenda-setting, logistics, and stakeholder engagement.
• Oversee the planning and execution of workshops and multi-stakeholder convenings to share best practices and catalyze scalable solutions.
• Coordinate communication efforts, including national and global outreach in partnership with the GPAP Secretariat and communications team.
• Manage the NPAP presence on the GPAP Digital Collaboration Platform (TopLink), ensuring regular content updates and stakeholder engagement.
• Contribute to GPAP events, including the design and execution of national sessions during annual global meetings.
• Support research, learning, and knowledge sharing by developing reports, issue briefs, and synthesizing insights on plastic waste and circular economy.
• Supervise and provide strategic guidance to Secretariat staff, consultants, and support personnel.
• Ensure timely submission of quarterly reports and updates to the GPAP Secretariat, capturing progress, lessons learned, and impact stories.
• Ensure gender equality, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability are integrated throughout NPAP initiatives.
Eligibility criteria
Age
18 – 80
Required experience
7 years
Nationality
Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.
Assignment requirements
Relevant experience
5 years
Languages
English, Level: Fluent, Required
Swahili, Level: Fluent, Desirable
Required education level
Bachelor degree or equivalent in Environment, Public Policy, Circular Economy.
Competencies and values
• Accountability
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Creativity & Innovation
• Judgement and decision-making
• Planning and organising
• Professionalism
• Proactiveness
• Self-driven & Self-management
Skills and experience
Experience in project or programme management, preferably in the fields of sustainable development, waste management, environmental policy, or public-private partnerships.
• Proven track record of coordinating multi-stakeholder initiatives, especially involving government, private sector, and civil society actors.
• Experience working with or within international development organizations, preferably the UN system.
• Strong familiarity with circular economy and plastic pollution issues in Tanzania or similar country contexts.
• Demonstrated experience in leading teams, managing consultants, and delivering complex projects within tight timelines.
• Experience in organizing high-level policy dialogues, workshops, and multi-stakeholder events is a strong asset.
Skills:
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments.
• Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills, including the ability to engage with senior government officials and industry leaders.
• Solid skills in project planning, monitoring, and reporting, including familiarity with results-based management.
• Proficiency in using digital collaboration tools, Microsoft Office Suite, and project management software.
• Ability to synthesize research and technical findings into clear and actionable policy recommendations.
• High degree of professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
Coordinate the overall operations and strategic delivery of the NPAP Secretariat hosted at UNDP Tanzania. • Work closely with the GPAP Secretariat, NPAP Chair, and relevant government ministries to ensure alignment and strategic direction. • Support the identification, engagement, and onboarding of Steering Board members, task force participants, and expert advisors. • Lead the development and implementation of the NPAP National Action Roadmap in collaboration with government and key stakeholders. • Manage relationships with strategic investment partners and identify funding and investment opportunities to scale plastic action. • Collaborate with partners including the National Analysis Modelling (NAM) tool provider and Metrics Consultants to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables. • Serve as the primary point of contact for NPAP members and coordinate their participation in Leadership Board meetings and other activities. • Organize and moderate Leadership Board and Task Force meetings, including agenda-setting, logistics, and stakeholder engagement. • Oversee the planning and execution of workshops and multi-stakeholder convenings to share best practices and catalyze scalable solutions. • Coordinate communication efforts, including national and global outreach in partnership with the GPAP Secretariat and communications team. • Manage the NPAP presence on the GPAP Digital Collaboration Platform (TopLink), ensuring regular content updates and stakeholder engagement. • Contribute to GPAP events, including the design and execution of national sessions during annual global meetings. • Support research, learning, and knowledge sharing by developing reports, issue briefs, and synthesizing insights on plastic waste and circular economy. • Supervise and provide strategic guidance to Secretariat staff, consultants, and support personnel. • Ensure timely submission of quarterly reports and updates to the GPAP Secretariat, capturing progress, lessons learned, and impact stories. • Ensure gender equality, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability are integrated throughout NPAP initiatives
Experience in project or programme management, preferably in the fields of sustainable development, waste management, environmental policy, or public-private partnerships. • Proven track record of coordinating multi-stakeholder initiatives, especially involving government, private sector, and civil society actors. • Experience working with or within international development organizations, preferably the UN system. • Strong familiarity with circular economy and plastic pollution issues in Tanzania or similar country contexts. • Demonstrated experience in leading teams, managing consultants, and delivering complex projects within tight timelines. • Experience in organizing high-level policy dialogues, workshops, and multi-stakeholder events is a strong asset. Skills: • Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments. • Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills, including the ability to engage with senior government officials and industry leaders. • Solid skills in project planning, monitoring, and reporting, including familiarity with results-based management. • Proficiency in using digital collaboration tools, Microsoft Office Suite, and project management software. • Ability to synthesize research and technical findings into clear and actionable policy recommendations. • High degree of professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
Relevant experience 5 years Languages English, Level: Fluent, Required Swahili, Level: Fluent, Desirable Required education level Bachelor degree or equivalent in Environment, Public Policy, Circular Economy.
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Vacancy title:
National Plastic Action Partnership Manager (NPAP Manager)
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Business Management and Administration, Category: Admin & Office]
Jobs at:
UNDP
Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, May 1 2025
Duty Station:
Dar es salaam | Dar es Salaam | Tanzania
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, April 16 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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Task description
Under the guidance of the NPAP Leadership Board, and in close coordination with the GPAP Secretariat and the UNDP Country Office, the NPAP Manager will:
• Coordinate the overall operations and strategic delivery of the NPAP Secretariat hosted at UNDP Tanzania.
• Work closely with the GPAP Secretariat, NPAP Chair, and relevant government ministries to ensure alignment and strategic direction.
• Support the identification, engagement, and onboarding of Steering Board members, task force participants, and expert advisors.
• Lead the development and implementation of the NPAP National Action Roadmap in collaboration with government and key stakeholders.
• Manage relationships with strategic investment partners and identify funding and investment opportunities to scale plastic action.
• Collaborate with partners including the National Analysis Modelling (NAM) tool provider and Metrics Consultants to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for NPAP members and coordinate their participation in Leadership Board meetings and other activities.
• Organize and moderate Leadership Board and Task Force meetings, including agenda-setting, logistics, and stakeholder engagement.
• Oversee the planning and execution of workshops and multi-stakeholder convenings to share best practices and catalyze scalable solutions.
• Coordinate communication efforts, including national and global outreach in partnership with the GPAP Secretariat and communications team.
• Manage the NPAP presence on the GPAP Digital Collaboration Platform (TopLink), ensuring regular content updates and stakeholder engagement.
• Contribute to GPAP events, including the design and execution of national sessions during annual global meetings.
• Support research, learning, and knowledge sharing by developing reports, issue briefs, and synthesizing insights on plastic waste and circular economy.
• Supervise and provide strategic guidance to Secretariat staff, consultants, and support personnel.
• Ensure timely submission of quarterly reports and updates to the GPAP Secretariat, capturing progress, lessons learned, and impact stories.
• Ensure gender equality, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability are integrated throughout NPAP initiatives.
Eligibility criteria
Age
18 – 80
Required experience
7 years
Nationality
Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.
Assignment requirements
Relevant experience
5 years
Languages
English, Level: Fluent, Required
Swahili, Level: Fluent, Desirable
Required education level
Bachelor degree or equivalent in Environment, Public Policy, Circular Economy.
Competencies and values
• Accountability
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Creativity & Innovation
• Judgement and decision-making
• Planning and organizing
• Professionalism
• Proactiveness
• Self-driven & Self-management
Skills and experience
Experience in project or programme management, preferably in the fields of sustainable development, waste management, environmental policy, or public-private partnerships.
• Proven track record of coordinating multi-stakeholder initiatives, especially involving government, private sector, and civil society actors.
• Experience working with or within international development organizations, preferably the UN system.
• Strong familiarity with circular economy and plastic pollution issues in Tanzania or similar country contexts.
• Demonstrated experience in leading teams, managing consultants, and delivering complex projects within tight timelines.
• Experience in organizing high-level policy dialogues, workshops, and multi-stakeholder events is a strong asset.
Skills:
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments.
• Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills, including the ability to engage with senior government officials and industry leaders.
• Solid skills in project planning, monitoring, and reporting, including familiarity with results-based management.
• Proficiency in using digital collaboration tools, Microsoft Office Suite, and project management software.
• Ability to synthesize research and technical findings into clear and actionable policy recommendations.
• High degree of professionalism, integrity, and accountability.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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