• Country: Dubai, UAE
• No of vacancies: N/A
  
• Salary: N/A 
• Organization: UNDP
• Gender: Both
• Deadline: 2024-01-17

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Project and Research Analyst will lead the implementation and development of the skills initiative, under the direct supervision and guidance of the Chief Technical Adviser. He/She will assume the following responsibilities and duties:

1.Project Management and Development

• Provide analytical and strategic support to the leadership to ensure the successful implementation of the Skills Initiative
• Support the development and implementation of innovative and novel approaches to address the skills gap in the Arab States, aligning with project objectives
• Support the establishment and activation of collaboration mechanisms with national and international experts to review existing national skills strategies and contribute to the development of new strategies that align with the project’s vision
• Support in project designs, strategies, proposals, reports, and other relevant documents; and in ensuring that these documents provide strategic recommendations on skills development in the Arab States region
• Represent the initiative in the different national, regional, and international venues, events, and platforms
• Support the coordination with other similar UNDP initiatives at both country and regional levels, in addition to fostering synergies and knowledge-sharing among various projects to enhance overall impact

2.Research and Knowledge Management

• Support the development and implementation of a comprehensive research strategy that aligns with the initiative’s objectives. Define key research areas, methodologies, and timelines to ensure effective implementation and sustainable impact
• Monitor the collection of relevant data from national and international sources to understand the skills landscape, employment trends, and existing skilling initiatives. Develop analytical and outreach products based on the analysis of such data among other evidence to identify gaps, opportunities, and areas for intervention
• Develop and implement mapping activities, including skills mappings, gaps analysis, stakeholder and ecosystem mappings, assessments, and similar activities and output documents
• Identify and document best practices and lessons learned from successful youth skilling programs globally
• Utilize research findings and data analysis to inform the development of evidence-based policies and youth skilling programs
• Support in the development of a knowledge sharing framework to disseminate research findings and key insights to relevant stakeholders, partners, and beneficiaries
• Contribute to the management and facilitation of workshops, seminars, and conferences to share knowledge and foster learning.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with national and international experts in the field of youth skilling to gain valuable insights and expertise
• Contribute to strengthening partnerships with academic institutions, research organizations, and think tanks to strengthen the initiative’s research capacity and access to relevant data and expertise
• Support the development and implementation of MEAL frameworks and tools to ensure that indicators are aligned with program objectives. Use research findings to assess the impact and effectiveness of the initiative’s interventions
• Support the establishment of a robust knowledge management system to organize and store research data, reports, and other relevant materials. Ensure easy access to knowledge resources for the initiative’s team and external stakeholders
• Encourage a culture of continuous learning within the initiative’s team. Use research findings to identify areas for improvement and implement evidence-based changes to enhance the impact of the skilling initiative

3.Reporting and Partnerships

• Analyse and monitor the progress of the Skills Initiative, identifying areas of success and potential challenges. Provide timely advice on corrective actions to ensure the smooth delivery of project objectives
• Support on the fulfilment of different reporting requirements and deadlines
• Actively participate in project work planning, monitoring, and reporting
• Serve as the projects’ focal point with course providers, facilitating seamless coordination and information exchange
• Maintain and strengthen constructive relations with existing partners, stakeholders, and beneficiaries
• Proactively forge new relationships with relevant stakeholders, including public and private sectors, to enhance collaboration in implementing project activities
• Conduct partnership mapping to identify potential collaborators and resources. Engage in resource mobilization efforts, including preparing funding proposals and donor briefings, to secure support for the Skills Initiative

4.Communication and Advocacy

• Use various communication channels to raise awareness about the project’s objectives and outcomes
• Support in corporate and advocacy efforts, sharing project updates and results with relevant stakeholders and the wider community
• Act as a key liaison in disseminating project-related information to stakeholders, course providers, and beneficiaries. Facilitate information-sharing to maintain transparency and alignment with project goals

5.Team building and Development

• Support in ensuring that all members are aligned with the initiative’s goals and work together seamlessly to achieve its objectives
• Foster a culture of inclusion and diversity within the team
• Support in ensuring that team members are well-informed about the initiative’s progress, changes, and key decisions. Contribute to transparent communication and active listening.
• Contribute to a positive and supportive work environment that values collaboration and innovation
• Contribute to a safe space for team members to express concerns and work together to find resolutions
• Contribute to team-building activities and workshops to strengthen team bonding and cohesion
• Support the professional growth and development of team members by providing training opportunities and access to relevant resources. Contribute to the learning culture within the team

INSTITUTIONAL ARRANGEMENT

The selected Project and Research Analyst will be working under the direct supervision of the Chief Technical Adviser/Project Manager. Also, the incumbent is expected to maintain effective working relationships with the various stakeholders. S/he will supervise the Research and Coordination Associate and Project Assistant.

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