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Background

UNDP has been working in India since 1951 in almost all areas of human development. Together with the Government of India and development partners, we have worked towards eradicating poverty, reducing inequalities, strengthening local governance, enhancing community resilience, protecting the environment, supporting policy initiatives and institutional reforms, and accelerating sustainable development for all.  

With projects and programmes in every state and union territory in India, UNDP works with national and subnational government, and diverse development actors to deliver people-centric results, particularly for the most vulnerable and marginalized communities. As the integrator for collective action on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) within the UN system, we are committed to supporting the Government of India’s national development vision and priorities and accelerating the achievement of the SDGs for the people and the planet.  

UNDP India’s new Country Programme (2023-2027) builds on our prior work and aims to provide an integrated approach to development solutions in three strategic portfolios:   

  • Strong, accountable and evidence-led institutions for accelerated achievement of the SDGs. 
  • Enhanced economic opportunities and social protection to reduce inequality, with a focus on the marginalized. 
  • Climate-smart solutions, sustainable ecosystems and resilient development for reduced vulnerability. 

 South-South cooperation, gender equality and social inclusion are promoted across the pillars. The programme is supported by a framework of renewed partnerships and blended finance solutions, strategic innovation and accelerator labs, and data and digital architecture. 

The UN Resident Coordinator (UNRC) is the designated representative of the UN Secretary-General to the   Government of India. The UNRC leads the UN Country Team in advocating the mandate of the United Nations, while drawing on the support and guidance of the entire UN family. UN Resident Coordinator's Office (RCO) supports the work of the UN Resident Coordinator in India and coordinates activities of the UN Country Team in its engagement with the Government of India as defined by the Government of India-UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF). India is currently implementing the GoI-UNSDCF 2023-2027 which has outlined six thematic Outcome areas including: 1) Health and Well-being, 2) Nutrition and Food Security; 3) Quality Education; 4) Economic Growth and Decent Work; 5) Environment, Climate, WASH, and Resilience; and 6) Empowering People, Communities and Institutions. In addition, there are specific Outputs on SDG Localisation and South-South Cooperation, as well as cross-cutting enablers of the Cooperation Framework including Gender, Youth, Disaster Risk Resilience.

You are invited to join a team of future-smart development professionals to support India in achieving the national and globally agreed goals. As part of the UNDP team, your focus will be to work with diverse stakeholders to find country-specific solutions that lead to sustainable development and reach those furthest behind first.

Office/Unit/Project Description 

The UN Resident Coordinator (UNRC) is the designated representative of the UN Secretary-General to the   Government of India. The UNRC leads the UN Country Team in advocating the mandate of the United Nations, while drawing on the support and guidance of the entire UN family. UN Resident Coordinator's Office (RCO) supports the work of the UN Resident Coordinator in India and coordinates activities of the UN Country Team in its engagement with the Government of India as defined by the Government of India-UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF). India is currently implementing the GoI-UNSDCF 2023-2027 which has outlined six thematic Outcome areas including: 1) Health and Well-being, 2) Nutrition and Food Security; 3) Quality Education; 4) Economic Growth and Decent Work; 5) Environment, Climate, WASH, and Resilience; and 6) Empowering People, Communities and Institutions. In addition, there are specific Outputs on SDG Localisation and South-South Cooperation, as well as cross-cutting enablers of the Cooperation Framework including Gender, Youth, Disaster Risk Resilience.

The UN India has set up a UN India SDG Country Fund as a pooled funding mechanism that aims to accelerate implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in India by supporting the Government’s development priorities as outlined in the Government of India – United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework, 2023-27 (henceforth GoI-UNSDCF 2023-27, or Cooperation Framework). The Fund will draw up and mobilise financing for strategic interventions through which the UN development system can deliver in a more integrated and cohesive manner and contribute towards the implementation of the GoI-UNSDCF 2023 -27 and ultimately progress towards India’s ambitious vision for 2047. 

The Fund will operate thematic windows aligned to the Cooperation Framework and any of the above-mentioned Outcome areas, specific Outputs and cross-cutting enablers could be potential thematic windows in the Fund.

One of the priorities for the Government is taking India’s model of delivering development to countries of the global South through strengthening partnerships, collaboration and knowledge exchange in areas ranging from healthcare to digital public infrastructure. Importantly, in the current Cooperation Framework, South-South Cooperation (SSC) has been included as a key engagement priority and a specific Output, convened by the UN Resident Coordinator. The aim is strengthening South-South cooperation for accelerating achievement of the SDGs, including through codifying Indian best practices in key development areas, showcasing Indian models of development globally, as well as facilitating partnerships at national/ sub-national levels with other countries towards this goal.

As mentioned above, the Fund will operate thematic windows aligned to the Cooperation Framework. Following on the momentum unleashed by India’s Presidency of G20, as well as given the UN system in India’s long-term engagement with the government on the SSC and triangular cooperation agenda, one of the initial thematic windows would be on South-South Cooperation for acceleration of the SDGs.

A lean Secretariat, housed in the UN Resident Coordinator’s Office (UNRCO), will be created to service the UN India SDG Country Fund for the UN country team and facilitate management of proposals and implementation by specific UN agencies. To effectively manage the Fund's operations and assist with communication on supported projects, the Office of the UN Resident Coordinator (UN RCO) is seeking to hire the position of a Communications and Information Management Analyst.

Under the direct supervision of the Manager - Fund Operations and Coordination, UN India SDG Country Fund, the position will work closely with the UN RCO Head of Office and provide overall support to the Fund on documentation and communications efforts, and administrative support as detailed out in the scope of work. The position will also require engagement with stakeholders via social media and performing due diligence, monitoring and generation of interest using social media accounts and monitoring news concerning the Fund and projects funded by the Fund.

Duties and Responsibilities

Main Purpose:

The role involves providing all requisite support for information management, documentation and communication related to the programmes and activities of the UN India SDG Country Fund. The position will also involve communication related stakeholder engagement as per the needs of the Fund, and support for administrative work as and when required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Lead communications project initiatives 

  • Develop communications plans and content materials, including to communicate project outcomes and their impacts. e.g., include writing reports, concise briefings, peer-reviewed reports, data visualisations, short blogs and/or Twitter threads as required;
  • Prepare written, visual and oral presentations/proposals/material for internal and external audiences;
  • Assist in the planning, organisation and running of policy seminars, events and workshops held by the Fund, and to develop concept notes of such events;
  • Analyse and identify the lifecycle impact of the implemented projects for the Fund, MPTFO Gateway and other UN website/portal or social media;
  • Engage with the public, perform due diligence, monitoring and generation of interest using social media; 
  • Monitor and track news regarding the Fund and related projects. 

Support in effective Information management and documentation:

  • Prepare and facilitate required documentations for the Secretariat and SC for funds disbursements to the Administrative Agent /MPTFO (expand MPTFO); 
  • Assist in monitoring expenditure to ensure that it is in line with approved budgets and UN programme/financial policies; 

Support administrative tasks and research: 

  • Assist in all necessary administrative functions to ensure proper operationalisation of the Fund, governance, reporting, documentation (including the preparation of agendas, invitations, minutes, filing system and related administrative tasks);
  • Conduct specific analysis relating to various project themes and ensure timely and high-quality delivery under the supervision of the Head of the Secretariat;
  • Undertake specific analyses involving data studies, verification and visualisation as applicable; and
  • Liaise with project owners and external collaborators to ensure effective exchange, dissemination and documentation of information.

Build knowledge and collaborate with stakeholders:

  • Capture and document lessons learned during project implementation;
  • Participate in regular internal meetings;
  • Participate in training events, communities of practice, codification and sharing knowledge; and
  • Keep abreast of developments in relevant Fund priority areas and discussions on current policies and trends

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organizational Institutional Arrangement[1]

Reporting To: Manager - Fund Operations and Coordination, UN India SDG Country Fund, (This position is reporting to UNDP Operations Manager)

and matrix reporting to:  Chief of Staff, UNRCO

Reportees to this position (if applicable): none

[1] NPSA holders hired under a National implementation modality, remain under the administrative supervision of UNDP, even if daily supervision is ensured by the national counterpart.

Competencies

Core
Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline
Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements 
Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible 
Act with Determination:  LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident
Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination 

Cross-Functional & Technical competencies 

Thematic Area Name Definition
Digital   Social Media

Knowledge of social media and ability to advise the use of social

media for development outcomes
Communications Creative Direction and Copywriting

Ability to creatively communicate concepts in an

engaging and simple way
Communications Digital Asset Management

Ability to use digital asset management (DAM) systems to

effectively store, share and organize digital assets such as

images, videos and other media
Communications Digital Content Creation

ability to coalesce multiple skills to identify a topic to engage intended audiences, decide which form the

content should take – e.g., blog, social media, video, paid media,

etc. – and produce material to specification and a high level of

quality
Communications

Multimedia writing/editing 

 Ability to create and/or edit written content for multimedia
Business Development Knowledge Generation

 Ability to research information and to turn it into

useful knowledge, relevant for context, or

responsive to a stated need. Ability to apply

existing concepts to new situations, and to develop

new concepts to generate workable solutions and

new approaches. Knowledge of relevant concepts,

conceptual models, and theories that can be

useful in addressing new situations.
Business Management Communications

Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels 

Required Skills and Experience

Min. Education requirements
  • Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in Communications, Journalism or relevant areas such as Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science, Economics is required. Or 
  • A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the areas stated above, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Min. years of relevant work experience 
  • Applicants with a master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field of study are not required to have professional work experience. 
  • Applicants with a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) are required to have a minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience in Communications, Journalism or relevant areas such as Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science, Economics. 
Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section
  • Familiarity with creative or social media tools (Adobe, WordPress, Canva, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook etc.) is desirable.
  • Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills, with proven experience in report writing, organizational planning, and the development and implementation of strategic communication strategies is an asset.
  • Familiarity with designing and creating data visualization, infographics, presentations, and reports is desirable.
  • Previous experience working with government, civil society, the UN or international development partners and/or multi-cultural teams is desirable.
Required Language(s) 
  • Fluency in Hindi and English is required.
Professional Certificates

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Equal opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. 

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. 

Right to select multiple candidates

UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

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