Research and Documentation Assistant
Qualifications of Research and Documentation Assistant:
- Location: New Delhi
- Vacancy No: N/A
- Salary: N/A
- Organization: UNV United Nations Volunteers
- Deadline: 2025-09-22
Brief details about Research and Documentation Assistant:
About
Information about the organization that has offered the job:
Mission and objectives
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.
Context
The UNDP, in partnership with the Government of India, aims to fast-track development in difficult geographies inhabited by tribal populations by strengthening capacities, options and opportunities for them to move out of deprivation. Within the tribal portfolio, the primary objective is to strengthen implementation and monitoring of national/state programmes and schemes. Additionally, we aim to demonstrate innovative, scalable, integrated development solutions in tribal dominated regions. The Tribal portfolio is anchored in Pillar 2 on the UNDP Country Programme Document (CPD) 2023-2027. Under the umbrella of the SDG Acceleration Unit, the tribal portfolio encompasses multiple interventions spread across the country. The overarching goal of the portfolio is to establish synergy and coordination between the central and state governments, thereby facilitating the effective implementation of schemes and programs for tribal development. UNDP serves as a catalyst for collaboration, facilitating improved coordination to ensure the intended beneficiaries receive the benefits of various initiatives through proper implementation. Under the portfolio, there are several projects being implemented in partnership with the Ministry of Tribal Affairs and various State Tribal Departments. These projects are focused on enhancing the operational effectiveness of the tribal development programmes, strengthening the capacities of the tribal department and functionaries, promoting data-driven decision-making, and advancing knowledge management. UNDP is looking for a Research and Documentation Assistants to support the work of the Tribal Development team, UNDP Country Office, New Delhi and with Odisha Tribal Project Management Unit based in Bhubaneshwar, Odisha. The Research and Documentation Assistant will work under the direct supervision of Project Analyst-Tribal Rights.
Task description
Under the direct supervision of Project Analyst-Tribal Rights, the UN University Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: • Assist in collecting and compiling data and support the preparation of socio-economic profile of selected Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in Odisha within the framework of the PM-JANMAN and DA-JGUA initiatives. • Support in identification and compilation of women community champions who are managing and governing their land and forest resources recognized under Forest Rights Act (FRA). • Contribute to the development of factsheets, case studies, flyers, and other documentation showcasing good case studies related to tribal development. • Contribute to the curation of visual content, including infographics, videos, and social media stories, highlighting the outcomes and impact of tribal development initiatives. • Contribute to research and documentation efforts focused on Odisha’s tribal education initiatives that promote access to quality education for tribal children, especially girls. • Assist in maintaining a repository of tribal development data, reports, audio-visuals, and knowledge products, to ensure accessibility and knowledge continuity across interventions. • Undertake any other related tasks as assigned by the supervisor, to support the overall implementation, research, monitoring, and visibility of the tribal development portfolio within UNDP’s SDG Acceleration framework Furthermore, UN Volunteers are required to: • Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for in-stance in events that mark International Volunteer Day); • Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country; • Reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they are undertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities; • Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.; • Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers; • Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering, or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.
Eligibility criteria
Age
18 – 80
Required experience
1 month
Donor priorities
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Nationality
Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.
Additional eligibility criteria
This assignment is funded by the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) and therefore only students currently enrolled at KIIT University are eligible to apply.
Assignment requirements
Relevant experience
No experience required
Languages
English, Level: Working knowledge, Required Hindi, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable Oriya, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable
Required education level
Bachelor’s degree in (currently enrolled) in Social Sciences, Law, Development Studies, Sociology, Community Development, Rural Management or other relevant field. Preference will be given to the candidates from the Scheduled Tribe Communities
Competencies and values
☒ Accountability ☒ Adaptability and Flexibility ☒ Commitment and Motivation ☒ Commitment to Continuous Learning ☒ Communication ☒ Creativity ☒ Ethics and Values ☒ Integrity ☒ Knowledge Sharing ☒ Respect for Diversity ☒ Working in Teams
Skills and experience
• Demonstrated interest in tribal issues and familiarity with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) • Prior experience of working on projects related to tribal development or Sustainable De-velopment Goals (SDGs) is desirable. • Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded • Excellent oral and written communications skills. • Strong sense of collaborative work and interpersonal skills. Preference will be given to the students from the Scheduled Tribe Communities
Area(s) of expertise
Social work, Community development, Development programmes
Other information
Volunteerism is understood as a wide range of activities undertaken of free will, for the general public good, for which monetary reward is not the principal motivating factor.
Living conditions and remarks
Bhubaneswar is the capital and largest city of the Indian state of Odisha. It is a centre of economic, educational and cultural importance of East India. It is well connected by flights from major international airports in the country. The climate is hot and humid mostly. Cost of living is moderate with well available accommodation options from rented apartments/houses. Medical facilities, banking facilities, communications and infrastructure is satisfactory. As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. This position is based in Bhubaneswar. National UN Volunteers are part of the malicious insurance plan. National UN Volunteers are expected to be culturally sensitive and adjust to the prevailing culture and traditions.
Inclusivity statement
United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements
Selected candidates for certain occupational groups may be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) in line with the applicable host entity policy