Job Title Results-Based Management (RBM) Technical Specialist
Project Name Field Support Services Project (FSSP), Tanzania.
Job type Consultant
Location of Position Based in Dar es Salaam, with responsibilities extending to all geographic areas across Tanzania mainland and Zanzibar.
Reporting to FSSP, Tanzania Project Manager
Remuneration Fees are subject to negotiation and shall not exceed established market rates.
Indicative LOE/Time Frame Fixed term of (1) year - with up to 25 hours a month LoE
Citizenship/Location A Tanzanian citizen. This position is open to experienced candidates currently based in or willing to relocate to Dar es salaam at their own expense.
Language Requirements Fluency in spoken and written English and Swahili.
Commencement Date 1st, December 2025
Application Deadline 10th, November 2025
 
Application Instructions:

1. A cover letter is mandatory to be considered. Cover letter should effectively align your skills and experiences with the specific job responsibilities and required experience outlined below, demonstrating your aptitude for the role. (Max 2 pages)
2. Click the "Apply now" link to upload your cover letter and CV (Max 2 pages).
3. Only successful candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.

 
Alinea is an international development consultancy providing technical and management expertise that helps people improve their lives. Alinea works with governments, investors, companies, and communities to create lasting change. Over 39 years, Alinea has successfully delivered more than 1,000 projects worldwide. For more information, please visit Alinea International website.
 
At Alinea International we value diversity, equity, inclusivity, accessibility and belonging in everything we do. We are an equal opportunity employer opposed to all forms of discrimination. We actively seek and encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds recognizing that an inclusive workforce enriches our organization and achieves smarter, more innovative results.
 
Alinea is committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults. Due to the nature of our work, all candidates will be subject to due diligence checks and extensive background checks where appropriate.
 
 
Project Description:
The Field Support Services Project (FSSP) in Tanzania is implemented by Alinea International with funding from Global Affairs Canada, delivers strategic technical and logistical support to enhance the impact of Canada's development cooperation. Aligned with Tanzania's priorities and Canada's Feminist International Assistance Policy, FSSP strengthens programming across key sectors including environment and climate change, education, health, gender equality, communication, extractives, public finance, infrastructure, and M&E (Result-Based Management)
 
About the work
Results-Based Management Technical Specialist will provide consultancy Services to the FSSP Tanzania. Specifically, the role holder responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Contribute to the analysis, planning, implementation, and monitoring of Canada's programming and policy dialogue in Tanzania.
• Provide specialized technical guidance to Canada, to the Government of Tanzania, and other partners, as needed, to support the effective design, and implementation of policies and programs.
• Provide advice on the design and implementation of monitoring, evaluation, and audit processes, in alignment with Canada's priorities and requirements.
• Support and participate in platforms, working groups, and technical committees to foster alignment and programming coherence.

 
The Role
The Tasks for the Technical Specialist include, but are not limited to:

• In alignment with GAC's RBM approach to international assistance programming, provide technical advice to GAC on project documents, including annual workplans, progress reports, project implementation plans, proposals, etc.
• Contribute to project monitoring and evaluation through both document reviews and project site visits.
• Provide technical support to implementing partners on RBM (theory of change, logic models, performance measurement frameworks, measuring results, etc.), including facilitating workshops for development partners to strengthen their alignment with GAC's RBM approach to international assistance programming.
• Conduct collaborative work planning and data analysis sessions with implementing partners and other stakeholders prior to, and following field monitoring visits.
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with government officials, development partners, civil society organizations, and other key stakeholders.
• Support preparations for events and meetings, including briefing materials and coordination with relevant partners.
• Perform other duties and activities as requested, in support of GAC's development objectives.

 
Required Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree from a recognized university.
• Fluency in spoken and written English and Swahili.
• A minimum of five (5) years of cumulative, full-time, professional work experience in the field of results-based management.
• Supporting or advising on the implementation of RBM within government, donor-funded projects, or civil society organizations.
• Familiarity with international standards, instruments and best practices relating to results-based management (e.g. Performance Management, Logic Models, Theories of Change, Indicators, and Data Collection).
• Feminist approaches to development, intersectionality, and inclusive programming.

In addition to the key qualifications above, the incumbent is also expected to demonstrate skills and competencies below:

• Ability to liaise effectively with stakeholders such as government officials, development partners, the private sector and civil society.
• Strong research, analytical and writing skills, and ability to synthesize and present information and advice in a coherent and organized fashion.
• Strong in-person communication and presentation skills.

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