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.

The Government of India has accorded high priority and adopted multifaceted development strategies to promote the socio-economic growth of Scheduled Tribes(STs) constituting 8.6% of the India’s total population as their human development indicators with regards to health, education, gender, and other indices are well below the national average.

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) being the nodal Ministry for overall policy, planning and coordination of programmes for development of STs, has been pursuing the agenda of inclusive growth with Central and State governments to address the critical gaps in the development of STs. MoTA is implementing various schemes and programmes, such as Special Central Assistance to Tribal Sub Scheme (SCA to TSS); Grant under Article 275(1)of the Constitution of India; Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students; Conservation -cum-Development Plan for Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups, Grant to Aid to Tribal Research Institutes etc. for development of the STs in addition to implementation of the rights-based legislation – Forest Rights Act 2006.

MoTA is making concerted efforts for revamping and strengthening of Tribal Research Institutes (TRIs) to enable them to emerge as knowledge hub in the matters of ST by engagement them in quality research, evaluation & documentation and training & capacity building on tribal issues. Besides, the Ministry is collaborating with various reputed organizations for further strengthening the research on pertinent tribal development issues.

In the last few years, Ministry has undertaken various path-breaking initiatives in the area of digital technology by developing end-to-end digital solutions for e-governance – digitalization of Scholarship Schemes, digital monitoring of Scheduled Tribe Component etc. The all-pervasive Digital-Initiative has brought a paradigm shift from a paper- based to a data-driven e-governance model has been recognized at various platforms.

One of the key interventions under the MoTA-UNDP project ‘Enhancing effectiveness of tribal development programmes in India’ is focused towards strengthening/revamping of Tribal Research Institutes (TRI) and support in brining development and operational effectiveness and demonstrate innovative, scalable, integrated development solutions in tribal-dominated areas.

Under the MoTA-UNDP project, technical support will be provided for strengthening TRIs and promoting innovation in tribal development.

Duties and Responsibilities

UNDP proposes to hire a Project Analyst-Research, Innovation and E-Governance who will be responsible to provide overall technical and coordination support to MoTA for strengthening of TRIs and promoting innovation in tribal development. The Project Analyst will work in close collaboration with the other team members of the CPMU to exchange information and ensure consistent service delivery. S/He will ensure engagement of all direct stakeholders and delivery of project objectives, in coordination with the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, when needed.

Provide Support for developing and implementation of effective capacity building programmes/consultations with the State Governments for achieving the objectives of the schemes
Support to Tribal Research Institute (TRIs)’ and scheme of Tribal Research, Information, Education, Communication and Events (TRI-ECE) as well as supporting organizing cross learning events, knowledge dissemination, capacity building workshops etc.
Provide technical inputs to develop digital tools and mechanisms to capture and disseminate results/findings from research/studies being undertaken by TRIs and other agencies supported by the Ministry and to assess the impact and effectiveness of allocation and utilization of resources.
Develop and implement e-governance strategies which includes analyzing existing systems, identifying areas for improvement, and proposing innovative solutions to enhance digital governance.
Provide support and facilitate in organizing Appraisal Committee meetings including review of proposals from States and other organizations / Centre for Excellences (CoEs).
Provide technical inputs to review and analysis of documents / data sets based on need, in connection with effective operation of the schemes and discharge of assigned responsibilities of the concerned Programme Division.
Contribute to the quality assurance and project management of TRIs and monitoring of e-governance projects, research projects, and innovation programs in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
Render support to conceptualize research ideas in emerging areas aligned with the Ministry’s mandate, prepare concept notes, and coordinate with appropriate agencies to conduct the research.
Develop and execute communication strategies to raise awareness about the Ministry’s initiatives, research findings, and innovative approaches. Provide support and coordinate with the Media cell to prepare and disseminate audio-visual documentation.
Provide support and coordinate for organization of high-level ministerial events and development of IEC materials/publications and social media posting of the Ministry.
Ensure that the project contributes to the promotion of gender equality by reaching and involving both women and men in its activities (gender mainstreaming).

Competencies

Core competencies:

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:

Business Direction and Strategy

Business Acumen: Ability to understand and deal with a business situation in a manner that is likely to lead to a good outcome. Knowledge and understanding of the operational frameworks in the organization and ability to make good judgments and quick decisions within such frameworks

Business Management

Evaluation: Ability to make an independent judgement based on set criteria and benchmarks -Ability to anticipate client’s upcoming needs and concerns

Working with Evidence and Data: Ability to inspect, cleanse, transform and model data with the goal of discovering useful information, informing conclusions and supporting decision-making

Monitoring: Ability to provide managers and key stakeholders with regular feedback on the consistency or discrepancy between planned and actual activities and programme performance and results

Business Direction & Strategy

System Thinking: Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system.

Digital & Innovation

Data analysis: Ability to extract, analyze and visualize data (including Real-Time Data) to form meaningful insights and aid effective decision making

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Advance university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Social Science/ Development Studies/ Rural Development / Technology / Public Policy or in the similar field or related field is required, or

A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree

Experience:

Minimum 2 years (with Master’s degree)or 4 years (with Bachelor’s degree) of relevant experience at the national or international level of working in development sector
Sound knowledge of tribal development and social inclusion domain
Experience of working with the Central/State Government would be an added advantage.
Good knowledge and experience in planning, designing, monitoring and evaluation of development programmes and schemes for marginalized communities.
Good written and oral communication skills
Ability to encourage and maintain gender mainstreaming will be an asset.
High-level of IT/computing skills (minimum: Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Good drafting and writing skills in English and Hindi
Relevant experience in documentation and preparation of reports on development issues along with experience in data management.
Demonstrated experience in working with the government, state/central/ ministry/ UN agencies/ multi-lateral organisations.

Required Languages:

Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English is essential. Knowledge of Hindi is desirable

Note: Remuneration starting at INR 1,995,954 (Annual) / INR 166,329 (Monthly) as per the scale depending on qualifications and experience. The remuneration is excluding 8.33% pension amount paid over and above the salary.

Disclaimer

Important information for US Permanent Residents (‘Green Card’ holders)

Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.

UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.

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.

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