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Mission and objectives
UNIDO TUN organization mission TBD
Context
The United Nations Industrial Development Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations established in 1966 and became a specialized UN agency in 1985.
Mandate:
UNIDO’s core mandate is to promote inclusive and sustainable industrial development (ISID) in developing countries and economies in transition. Its work is closely aligned with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, particularly SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure).
The UNIDO Field Office in Tunisia implements a dynamic portfolio of projects supporting inclusive and sustainable industrial development, in alignment with national strategies and SDG 9. These initiatives span key sectors such as green industrialization, circular economy, youth and women’s economic empowerment, sustainable textiles, e-mobility, and climate-resilient industries.
In this context, the National UN Youth Volunteer will contribute to enhancing the coordination and delivery of UNIDO activities by supporting project teams and field office operations
This volunteer assignment is supported by the Swiss Embassy in Tunisia as part of an initiative in partnership with the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) program to enhance youth inclusion, with a focus on the inclusion of young people with disabilities (2024-2026). Therefore, applications from young people with disabilities who meet the required qualifications are strongly encouraged.
Mandate:
UNIDO’s core mandate is to promote inclusive and sustainable industrial development (ISID) in developing countries and economies in transition. Its work is closely aligned with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, particularly SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure).
The UNIDO Field Office in Tunisia implements a dynamic portfolio of projects supporting inclusive and sustainable industrial development, in alignment with national strategies and SDG 9. These initiatives span key sectors such as green industrialization, circular economy, youth and women’s economic empowerment, sustainable textiles, e-mobility, and climate-resilient industries.
In this context, the National UN Youth Volunteer will contribute to enhancing the coordination and delivery of UNIDO activities by supporting project teams and field office operations
This volunteer assignment is supported by the Swiss Embassy in Tunisia as part of an initiative in partnership with the United Nations Volunteers (UNV) program to enhance youth inclusion, with a focus on the inclusion of young people with disabilities (2024-2026). Therefore, applications from young people with disabilities who meet the required qualifications are strongly encouraged.
Task description
Under the direct supervision of UNIDO Representative in Tunisia, or his designated representative, the United Nations Volunteer (UNV) – Junior Project Monitoring Assistant will support the UNIDO team in Tunisia in strengthening project monitoring, reporting, and data management for industrial development projects.
Through this assignment, the volunteer will also contribute to the monitoring of the implementation of the Country Partnership Programme (PCP) of UNIDO in Tunisia, in particular by supporting data collection, coordination, documentation, and the dissemination of results.
1. Support to Project Monitoring and Data Collection
Contribute to the collection, compilation, and organization of data related to project activities and results.
Support the updating of project monitoring tools (dashboards, databases, tracking files).
Assist in tracking the progress of activities against work plans and deadlines.
Support the collection of information from implementing partners and beneficiaries.
Ensure proper organization and filing of information required for project monitoring.
2. Support to Data Analysis and Visualization
Contribute to the consolidation and verification of collected data.
Assist in preparing tables, charts, and visual materials to present project results.
Participate in identifying trends, insights, or gaps based on available data.
Support the updating of indicators and data collection tools.
3. Support to the Use of Digital and Innovative Tools
Contribute to the use of digital tools that facilitate project management and monitoring.
Support initiatives aimed at improving data organization and processing through digital solutions.
Participate in testing and exploring innovative tools, including AI-based solutions, under team supervision.
Support the simplification and automation of administrative or reporting tasks where relevant.
4. Support to Reporting and Knowledge Management
Contribute to the preparation of progress reports, briefing notes, presentations, and other project documents.
Participate in documenting achievements, best practices, and lessons learned.
Support the updating and archiving of project documents in digital workspaces.
Contribute to the dissemination of information on project results and activities.
5. Support to Coordination and Activity Organization
Support day-to-day coordination with project teams and relevant partners.
Assist in the logistical and administrative organization of meetings, workshops, and project events.
Participate in the preparation of meeting minutes and follow-up on agreed actions.
Contribute to information flow between different project stakeholders.
6. Support to Field Activities
Participate, when necessary, in field visits as part of project monitoring activities.
Support data collection and documentation of field activities.
Contribute to gathering observations, results, and feedback from beneficiaries.
Assist in preparing mission summaries and reports.
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