Expressions of Interest Team Leader – Solid Waste Management at DT Global Tanzania

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Team Leader - Solid Waste Management

About DT Global

DT Global is shaping a future where sustainable development and innovation empower individuals, communities, and nations. We work in partnership with local stakeholders to foster inclusive prosperity, social equity, and environmental stewardship. Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts works in over 90 countries to solve complex problems in the peacebuilding, governance, economic development, environment, and human development sectors. With a track record of technical excellence and more than 60 years of international development experience and relationships, we deliver innovative solutions that transform lives

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About The Opportunity

DT Global is seeking expressions of interest from national or international Team Leaders for an anticipated Solid Waste Management Project under the Dar es Salaam Metropolitan Development Project – Phase 2 (DMDP 2).

The DMDP 2 aims to address Dar es Salaam’s urban challenges by strengthening the city’s solid waste management (SWM) system. The project will focus on the design, implementation, and upgrading of the Local Government Solid Waste Management Services Framework and Delivery System, enhancing efficiency, accountability, and sustainability in SWM across five municipal councils. The assignment will support the President's Office, Regional Administration and Local Government Tanzania (PO-RALG) and municipal authorities in enhancing efficiency, accountability, and sustainability in solid waste management, and is expected to run for 20 months.

About The Role

The Team Leader will provide overall leadership, technical direction, and coordination of project activities, ensuring quality and timely delivery of outputs in alignment with client expectations.

The key responsibilities of the Team Leader – Solid Waste Management Expert include:

• Leading the design and implementation of the solid waste management framework and service delivery model for Dar es Salaam.
• Coordinating and supervising a team of national and international experts across technical, institutional, and community engagement areas.
• Overseeing data collection, baseline analysis, and design of operational systems for improved waste management.
• Engaging with PO-RALG, municipal authorities, and stakeholders to ensure alignment with policy and institutional priorities.
• Providing technical input in capacity building, policy formulation, and institutional development components.
• Preparation of reports and documentation ensuring quality, coherence, and timely submission of all deliverables

About You

The ideal candidate will bring the following qualifications and experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in Engineering and a master’s degree in Public Administration, Management, or Economics from an accredited university.
• A minimum of twenty (20) years of professional experience, of which at least twelve (12) years shall have been in a senior management position or as Chief Operator of a major solid waste management facility.
• Demonstrated experience working in developing countries, preferably in assignments related to solid waste management or urban infrastructure development.
• Proven leadership, coordination, and communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with clients, team members, regulatory agencies, and other key stakeholders

How To Apply

To express interest, click the ‘Apply Now’ button below. Interested parties must submit:

• Your CV
• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria
• Academic certificates

APPLICATIONS CLOSE 25th November 2025 at 5PM East Africa Time (EAT)

We thank all applicants for their interest. Kindly note, only short-listed candidates will be contacted and all applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Any enquiries about this role may be sent to [email protected] and cc [email protected]

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