UNA Tanzania conducted The Kesho yetu Climate Bootcamp from 23rd to 27th January 2023 in Dar es salaam. The Climate Bootcamp was a week long learning for the 3 best teams from the Kesho Yetu Climate Hackathon that happened from 23rd -25th Sept 2022.The main objective was to foster youth-led climate resilient innovations. The Bootcamp facilitated the development of the ideas from the winning teams and paved the way for their future ambition. This was a chance for the teams to accelerate their ideas and turn them into visions.

 

During the Climate Bootcamp the participants obtained the opportunity to be mentored by experts from The Embassy of Ireland in Tanzania, Save The Children Tanzania, Redefine Africa, CRDB Bank, The Business Registrations and Licensing Agency in Tanzania (BRELA) and The Digital Opportunity Trust (DOT) Tanzania. Important topics were discussed which were; Introduction to Climate Change Policies and Governance, Human Rights and Climate Change with a focus on Childrens Rights, Human Centred Design, Climate Change Opportunities & financing, Intellectual Property Rights, Pitching & Presentation Skills.

UNA Tanzania aims at inspiring  youth to take action towards climate resilience by taking care of their environment, through positive changing of mindsets, awareness on social and mass media, essay competitions, climate change dialogues, planting trees, beach clean-up, recycling and supporting youth led innovation towards climate resilience.

On 26th January 2023 UNA Tanzania organized The National Youth Dialogue for Change with the support of USAID Tanzania, Freedom House, Voice, PACT Tanzania and Foundation for Civil Society. The objective of the dialogue was to provide a platform for stakeholders and young people’s engagement  in making NATIONAL ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FRAMEWORK AND BUDGET WORK FOR YOUTH INCLUSION AND ECONOMIC RIGHTS.

The youth dialogue for change provided a space for youth to inform their priorities in the upcoming National Annual Development Plan Framework and budgeting process for 2023/2024.Inclusion of young people in planning and budgeting processes is crucial for inclusive and sustainable development outcomes.During the dialogue young people identified key priority areas for their development including; Financial Inclusion, Enabling business environment, Skills Development in particular Digital skills, Employment opportunities, Health and Education.

The dialogue was officiated by Dr. Threza Mtenga, Assistant Commissioner National Planning Department- Social Economic Development Analysis. She said that the priorities of the youth will be taken to the budget committee for considerations during the preparation of 2023/2024 budget.

 

 

 

The following are some responses to the frequently asked questions about the Tanzania UN Youth Delegates and Fellows;

• What does Tanzania UNYD & F stand for? 

Tanzania UNYD & F stands for Tanzania United Nations Youth Delegates and Fellows.

• What is the Tanzania UN Youth Delegates & Fellows Program? 

The Tanzania UN Youth Delegates and Fellows  is part of the AFRICAN UNYD, a program which aims to increase representation of the youth of the Global South at the United Nations. Therefore, we are looking for interested and highly motivated young people who want to become UN Youth Delegates and UN Youth Fellows to represent the interests of the youth at both the national and international level! In 2023 The Program seeks for 20 Tanzania UN Youth Fellows from which 2 will become the official Tanzania UN Youth Delegates. The AUNYD is not an official part of the UN Youth Delegate Program. The UN Youth Delegate Program is driven and owned by UN Member States. Official Youth Delegates are always exclusively selected by UN Member States. The AUNYD we select have a better chance to become national UN Youth Delegates through our training and support.

• Is it Fully Funded?

Yes! The program is fully funded for the 2 delegates to attend regional workshop and the UNGA meeting and for the fellows to attend national workshops.

• Is there a salary?

NO! This is not a job offer hence there is NO salary, it is an opportunity to represent Tanzanian youth at the United Nations, learn about various issues concerning young people, and increase your network.

•  Is it a must to record the video on the application?

Yes, it is a must to record the video as part of the application requirement. 

• What does the program offer?

The chance to become part of a national UN Fellowship with opportunities at UN internships, formulating a mandate that represents the demands of the youth, and outreach activities. Moreover, two fellows are selected as youth delegates and get to represent the youth interests of your country at the UN General Assembly in New York.

• What are the eligibility requirements for Tanzania UNYD & F? 

Applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, socioeconomic status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The Tanzania UN Youth Delegates and Fellows Program is open to young Tanzanians between the ages of 18 and 32 who are passionate about leadership, youth development, responsible and committed to fulfill duties of delegates.

• What are the criteria for selection? 

Selection panels will use various criteria to evaluate applications including how the applicants responded, and it is on merit and competent based.

• Can a foreigner apply for the program?

No! only Tanzanian nationals can apply for Tanzania UN Youth Delegates and Fellows Program.

• Is it a must for me to be available to attend all workshops?

Yes, it is, you should be available to attend the national workshop for the fellows, regional workshops for the delegates  and to travel on all the indicated dates of the program. And you will be disqualified as a UN Youth Delegate if you do not participate in all of the mentioned dates.

Application form available at: https://bit.ly/UNAT_UNYDTz

Deadline: 24h January 2023

 

CALL FOR APPLICATIONS

 

 

Project “African UN Youth Delegates” aims to increase representation of the youth of the Global South at the United Nations. Therefore, we are looking for interested and highly motivated young people who want to become Tanzania UN Youth Delegates and UN Youth Fellows to represent the interests of the youth at both the national and international level! The AUNYD is not an official part of the UN Youth Delegate Program. The UN Youth Delegate Program is driven and owned by UN Member States. Official Youth Delegates are always exclusively selected by UN Member States. The AUNYD we select have a better chance to become national UN Youth Delegates through our training and support.

Who can apply?

Young, highly motivated people between the age of 18 and 32, with a sufficient command of the English language. Further, applicants need to be available to travel and attend workshops throughout 2023 (exact dates are indicated in the application form)

What does the program offer?

The chance to become part of a national UN Fellowship with opportunities at UN internships, formulating a mandate that represents the demands of the youth, outreach activities and the possibility to be part in joining a UN Association. Moreover, two fellows are selected as UN youth delegates and get to represent the youth interests of your country at the UN General Assembly in New York.

Deadline: 24.01.2023     

Apply here (Tanzania)

Introduction

The United Nations Association of Tanzania is one of the oldest Civil Society Organizations in the country registered in 1964. It’s office is located at 27 Mikocheni street, Mikocheni B, Off Mwai Kibaki Road, Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania. The organization is entirely devoted to supporting the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter, promoting public awareness and understanding of the activities of the United Nations and its agencies. Moreover, it strives for the recognition of respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms throughout Tanzania and the World.

Our Mission is to Mobilize for action, promote inclusiveness, enhance accountability and to ensure that no one is left behind in the implementation and achievement of SDGs in Tanzania. A just Tanzania society where no one is left behind.

Call for external auditor

UNA Tanzania is calling for a registered and reputable Audit firm to conduct an Annual statutory audit for the year Jan 2022 to December 2022. The audit firm shall conduct specific project audits and to conduct Annual Organization Financial audit.

The proposed dates for the task is between December 2022 to January 2023.

Requirements

The applicant should submit;

1. An application letter
2. An updated profile of the firm and three references of previously conducted audits
3. A quoted proposal  describing how they shall perform the task together with a budget.

Submit your application through info@una.or.tz

Deadline: November 23, 2022.