Background
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UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
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 subnationalgovernment, and diverse development actors to deliver people-centric results, particularly for the most vulnerableand 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 andpriorities 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.
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.
Project Background:
UNDP India’s gender and Leave No One Behind (LNOB) work focuses on integrating inclusive and intersectional approaches across development portfolios. The intern will support ongoing efforts to strengthen gender mainstreaming, facilitate cross-portfolio collaboration, and contribute to strategic initiatives led by the Gender Focal Team (GFT) and the LNOB core group.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Knowledge Management, Research, and Documentation:
- Gender and LNOB Research: Assist in conducting secondary research, drafting concept notes and articles on gender, LNOB and its intersection with different thematic areas as relevant to the CO.
- Legal analysis of thematic national policies and schemes from the human rights-based approach perspective.
- Gender Repository & Resource Organization: Maintain an internal gender and LNOB knowledge
- repository by compiling key reports, frameworks, case studies, toolkits, and best practices.
- Gender Data: Support in the development of a streamlined mechanism to collect gender results and LNOB.
- Transcribe and Summarize Meetings: Take notes during gender-related meetings and summarize key takeaways for action points.
2. Communications and Advocacy:
- Campaigns: Support in women/gender/LNOB focused communications and advocacy campaigns.
- Events: Provide planning and coordination support for events including workshops/webinars/trainings/brown bags. Competencies
Achieve Results: Plans and monitors own work, pay attention to details, deliver quality work by deadline- Think Innovatively: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements
- Learn Continuously: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
- Adapt with Agility: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible
- Act with Determination: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident
- Engage and Partner: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
- Enable Diversity and Inclusion: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Applicants from marginalized communities (e.g., gender minorities, LGBTQI+, persons with disabilities, indigenous or tribal backgrounds) are strongly encouraged to apply.
Required Skills and Experience- Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize information and present it clearly.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- IT skills related to administration will be an advantage. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).and effective use of internet and web- based systems.
- Ability to work with quick turnaround time.
- Good team player and ability to adapt to changes in work environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work within tight deadlines and adjust accordingly as new priorities arise
- Proficiency in English is required. Working knowledge of Hindi and/or any other Indian language will be considered an asset
Applicants to the UNDP internship programme must at the time of application meet one of application:
- Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as a master’s programme or higher) in one of the following disciplines: Law, Development Studies, Gender Studies, or other relevant subjects.
- Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (suchas Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in the above field.
- Have recently graduated with a university degree (as defined in (a) and (b) above) and, if selected, must start the internship within one year of graduation;
- Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program and undertake theinternship as part of this program.
Mentorship:
Each intern will be paired with a dedicated mentor from their respective team. The mentor will provide professional guidance, help the intern navigate the work environment, offer feedback, and support their overall learning and growth during the internship period.Learning Opportunities:
Interns will be exposed to a variety of learning experiences related to UNDP’s work. These may include participating in team discussions, attending internal briefings or knowledge-sharing sessions, and accessing online resources. Topics may cover areas such as development programs, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and professional skills relevant to working in a multilateral development environment.
Key learning opportunities would include:
- Legal Analysis: Legal analysis of national policies and schemes from the human rights perspective.
- Policy and Advocacy Exposure: Attend internal meetings and consultations on gender equality and social inclusion.
- Research and Knowledge Products: Contribute to briefs, presentations, and analysis on gender and LNOB themes, with a focus on intersectionality. Disclaimer
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Note: 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.
Non-discrimination
UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
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