Policy Intern, United Nations Development Programme, India

Job Profile: Policy Intern, United Nations Development Programme, India

Location : New Delhi, INDIA

Application Deadline : 19-May-23 (Midnight New York, USA)

Time left : 10d 14h 56m

Additional Category : Sustainable Development and Poverty Reduction

Type of Contract : Internship

Post Level : Intern

Languages Required : English

Starting Date :

(date when the selected candidate is expected to start) 01-Jun-2023

Duration of Initial Contract : 3 Months

Expected Duration of Assignment : 6 months

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.

Competencies

Strong sense of collaborative work, excellent communication and interpersonal skills;

Keen attention to detail;

Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise;

Is willing to learn from others and take initiative;

Proactively works on tasks and delivers under given timelines.

Required Skills and Experience

Educational:

The candidate should have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in economics, development studies, public policy, or other relevant social sciences.

Or Candidates in the final year and about to complete master’s degree or pursuing PhD in the above academic disciplines can also apply. The candidate must:

Have recently graduated with a university degree (as defined in (a) or/and (b) above) and, if selected, must start the internship within one year of graduation.

Or be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program and undertake the internship as part of this program.

Skills:

Ability to conduct primary and secondary data collection and analysis.

Working knowledge of Microsoft products such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is required. Experience with data visualization platforms will be considered an advantage.

Working knowledge of data analysis software such as STATA/R/Python will be beneficial with the ability to learn at a rapid pace as required.

Good knowledge of econometric concepts including, but not limited to, tests of significance, correlations, causation identification and regression analysis is desirable.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English, while understanding of Hindi is desirable

Application procedure:

The application should contain:

The completed “Application Form” provided in the link, which requires names of 3 referees.

Current and complete CV in English.

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