UNDP Project Management Specialist;Democratic Empowerment Project

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Tanzania invites applications from qualified candidates to provide consultancy as Project Management Specialist. The Project Management Expert/Consultant will be required to assume overall responsibility for the start up of the Democratic Empowerment Project.

Type of Contract:Individual Contract

Some of the duties and responsibilities:

Under the guidance and direction of the UNDP Country Director and the direct supervision of the Deputy Country Director Programs, the Project Management Specialist will be required to assume overall responsibility for the start up of the Democratic Empowerment Project (DEP). The overall responsibilities will include;

Development of an interim work plan for the DEP,

Develop TOR's for key staff and consultants identified in the project document,

Develop a monitoring and evaluation framework for the project,

Provision of strategic and substantive technical assistance and advice to the stakeholders of the project,

Provide regular updates to UNDP management on the implementation plan and results,
Academic qualifications, experience and skills:

The person must have a Master's degree (MA) or equivalent in Political Science and/or other related field;

Candidates should have at least ten years of experience in the governance and democracy project management.

Solid and proven experience in the management of democratic initiatives in Africa and/or a developing Commonwealth country,

Strong planning, management, communication and interpersonal skills,

Ability to work within a multi-cultural environment,

Full proficiency in computerized accounting systems,

Computer literacy in Microsoft Software and IT packages,

Knowledge and commitment to the principles and mandate of UNDP,

Good report writing skills,

Fluency in English is a must.
Mode of application:
Interested candidates, please apply through link provided below:
job_id=33326 [Deadline: Friday,26th October,2012]
You are encouraged to read the detailed Terms of Reference (TOR):
availble at the website: www.tz.undp.org thoroughly well before applying. TOR Project Management Specialist DEP 
NOTE: After initial submission, you will be prompted to upload your CV. In addition, upload a copy of updated P11 form, which is mandatory completed/signed P11 form Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply. Only Short-listed candidates will be contacted.