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Jilly Elibariki Maleko

Dar Es Salaam

Summary

Experienced diplomat with proven success in strengthening Tanzania’s international relations and security. Skilled in research, analysis, and strategic planning, with ability to manage teams and collaborate effectively. Demonstrated expertise in enhancing bilateral ties and promoting economic diplomacy.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary

of the United Republic of Tanzania
In Bujumbura
12.2019 - 07.2023
  • Strengthened bilateral relationships between Tanzania and Burundi through strategic dialogue and attendance at key events.
  • Boosted trade and investment between Tanzania and Burundi by facilitating economic diplomacy initiatives.
  • Collaborated with other Ambassadors from different countries to resolve common issues or concerns.
  • Organized and coordinated high-level diplomatic visits and delegations.
  • Engaged in public diplomacy efforts by attending cultural events and speaking engagements.-

Regional Administrative Secretary

President’s Office, Regional Administration and Local Government
Mtwara
08.2018 - 09.2019
  • As the head of the Regional Secretariat and Accounting Officer, I coordinated and supervised the functions of the Regional Secretariat to ensure compliance with performance standards, government directives, guidelines, laws, and regulations.
  • Advised and worked with the Regional Commissioner to ensure peace and order in the region.

Director of External Operations

President's Office
Dar es Salaam
11.2014 - 02.2018
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to improve operational processes and organizational efficiency.
  • Directed the organization's daily operations in relation to the collection, analysis, and processing of information related to external security threats against the nation, with the objective of informing national policymakers, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Coordinated activities with other organizations to improve collaboration.

Foreign Service Officer (Minister Counsellor)

Embassy of the United Republic of Tanzania
Tokyo
08.2004 - 06.2014
  • Provided guidance and support on matters of economic, trade, and international relations.
  • Analyzed political, economic and social reports from the country of representation to assess their potential risks or threats to my country.

Political and Security Analyst

President’s Office
Dar es Salaam
08.1991 - 08.2004
  • Analyzed domestic politics, foreign policies, security, and social issues, and how they affected the interests and national security of Tanzania; and disseminate the information to the relevant authorities.

Education

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Political Science

Meiji University
Tokyo, Japan
01.2012

Masters of Arts - Development Studies (specialization in Women and Development)

Institute of Social Studies
The Hague, The Netherlands
12-2000

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of Dar Es Salaam
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
06-1994

Skills

  • Research and analysis
  • Social perceptiveness
  • Team management
  • Ability to work collaboratively
  • Negotiation
  • Economic diplomacy
  • Crisis management
  • Public speaking

Training

  • Certificate of Attendance – Executive Workshop on Introduction to Public Leadership, Uongozi Institute, 03 - 07 December, 2018
  • Certificate on Strategic Studies, The National Defense College, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 03 -17 May, 2016
  • Certificate on Defense and Security Management - Executive course, Graduate School of Public and Development Management of the University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa, 30 Sept. - 04 Oct, 2010
  • Certificate on Participatory Local Social Development, Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), Nihon Fukushi University, Osaka, Japan, Jan - March 1998

Languages

  • English
  • Kiswahili

Personal Information

  • Place of Birth: Tanzania
  • Number of Children: 3
  • Date of Birth: 03/08/1963
  • Marital Status: Married

Timeline

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary

of the United Republic of Tanzania
12.2019 - 07.2023

Regional Administrative Secretary

President’s Office, Regional Administration and Local Government
08.2018 - 09.2019

Director of External Operations

President's Office
11.2014 - 02.2018

Foreign Service Officer (Minister Counsellor)

Embassy of the United Republic of Tanzania
08.2004 - 06.2014

Political and Security Analyst

President’s Office
08.1991 - 08.2004

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Political Science

Meiji University

Masters of Arts - Development Studies (specialization in Women and Development)

Institute of Social Studies

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

University of Dar Es Salaam
Jilly Elibariki Maleko