• Country: New Delhi, India
• No of vacancies: N/A
  
• Salary: N/A 
• Organization: UNDP
• Gender: Both 
• Deadline: 2024-01-01

Duties and Responsibilities

Research, Knowledge Management & Documentation:

• Support Ministry’s monitoring of relevant intergovernmental processes (including G20 handover and followup, Beijing Platform for Action, UN General Assembly, Commission on Status of Women, World Economic Forum etc.) and developments on the sustainable development goals and Agenda 2030;
• Assist in communication and documentation and reporting on G20 and other intergovernmental dialogues;
• Participate in meetings with MWCD, align with the communications plan and assist in execution of the same;
• Analysis and research of information, preparation of substantive briefs on possible areas of cooperation & identification of new opportunities;
• Prepare briefing notes and updates on gender issues;
• Prepare periodic progress reports of the work undertaken by the Ministry;
• Document and disseminate resources for initiatives under the such as case studies and best practices;
• Assist in preparatory work for review meetings with Secretary and Ministers, including, preparation of resource materials, agenda papers, minutes etc;
• Identification of sources of information related to policy-driven issues.

Communications and Coordination:

• Facilitate coordination and manage communication and documentation for MWCD in close collaboration with the relevant focal points;
• Support the communications focal point in planning, organizing and documenting for events organized by MWCD;
• Assist in preparation of knowledge resources, communications, presentations and background material for internal and external use, including fact sheets on thematic issues as well as state specific content for websites and social media;
• Coordinate with the communications focal point on press releases, opinion pieces and social media messaging;
• Draft/and or conduct interviews and collect quotes from partners, and/or at workshops and events;
• Coordinate monthly meetings with UN Women and MWCD Joint Secretary. Ensure regular communications between UN Women and MWCD;
• Support the Ministry’s engagement and follow up in bilateral and multilateral forums.

Any other duties assigned by the Direct Supervisor in MWCD & the Deputy Representative in UN Women.

Expected Deliverables:

• Creation of documents and communication material – online and offline media, presentations, and background material for internal and external use;
• Support communications efforts with the organisation of events;
• Produce press, media and advocacy related material, such as press releases, social media messages, factsheets and knowledge materials;
• Assist in planning and execution of MWCD’s events;
• Ideate and create new communications products;
• Monthly report to UN Women with details of the tasks undertaken, documents, templates, media products etc.

Competencies

Core Competencies:

• Respect for Diversity
• Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues
• Creative Problem Solving
• Effective Communication
• Inclusive Collaboration
• Stakeholder Engagement

Functional Competencies:      

• Strong commitment to gender equality and the empowerment of women, with demonstrated experience of researching or working on gender issues;
• Strong research and writing skills, with strong analytical skills and creative thinking;
• Ability to think and work logically and work precisely with attention to detail;
• Initiative, sound judgment and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with staff members of different national and cultural backgrounds;
• Previous experience (also volunteer experience) from the non-profit sector is an advantage;
• Ability to multi-task and address competing priorities;
• Ability to produce quality deliverables in a timely manner;
• Strong computer skills, including Word, Excel, Power Point, Canva.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Social Science, Political Sciences, Business Administration, International Relations, Journalism, Communications, Gender Studies, or related field.

Experience:

• At least Two years of relevant experience at the national or international level in supporting knowledge creation services and hands-on experience in communications and coordination.
• Experience in the use of computers and office software packages and handling of web based management systems.
• Previous work experience with UN agencies are considered an advantage.

Languages:

• Fluency in English and Hindi.

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