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UN Jobs in Pakistan-Elections and Inclusion Officer

Pakistan

Opportunity Deadline

21/03/2023

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Job Description

2 Year
Male, Female, Both
Bachelor Degree

Short Information:

  • Organization: UNDP
  • Location: Pakistan/Islamabad
  • Type: Full Time
  • Job Title: Elections and Inclusion Officer
  • Close on: 21 Mar 2023

About Organization

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is a global development agency that works to eradicate poverty, reduce inequalities, and build sustainable development in countries around the world. It was founded in 1965 and operates in more than 170 countries and territories.

The UNDP’s mission is to empower people and communities to achieve their full potential by promoting economic growth, protecting the environment, and advancing democratic governance. The organization works to achieve these goals through partnerships with governments, civil society organizations, and the private sector.

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Some of the key areas of focus for the UNDP include poverty reduction, gender equality, climate change, democratic governance, and crisis prevention and recovery. The UNDP also provides technical assistance and capacity-building support to countries in areas such as public administration, fiscal management, and human rights.

Overall, the UNDP plays a vital role in advancing sustainable development goals and promoting a more just and equitable world.

About UN Jobs in Pakistan-Elections and Inclusion Officer

The Elections and Inclusion Officer will be under the direction of the Chief Technical Advisor for the UNDP’s Strengthening Electoral and Legislative Processes (SELP) Project.

The following duties will fall within the purview of the Elections and Social Inclusion Officer:

Support for Research, Policy, and Resource Mobilization

  • Under the direction of the Chief Technical Advisor, develop and implement the program’s research concept and methodology.
  • Handle the program’s research contracts and offer the project management technical guidance for the study’s final approval and publishing.
  • As required by the Chief Technical Advisor, draft background thematic concept notes and other pertinent materials on project issues such as electoral inclusion of vulnerable groups and electoral hate speech, violence, and misinformation/disinformation
  • Organize and communicate with current, potential, and other stakeholders (identified by the Chief Technical Advisor)
  • Do additional relevant duties such as writing sector/thematic reviews, idea papers and proposals, policy briefs, etc.
  • Determine, evaluate, and collaborate with partners who can help with research and policy.
  • Record lessons acquired through encounters and best practices, and share knowledge by actively participating in programming networks.
  • Make project designs, proposals, reports, and other papers that support strategic suggestions, and contribute to them.
  • Organize baseline research, case studies, and project case studies for policy discussions.

Contract Management:

  • Create and oversee specific project interventions aimed at ensuring that disadvantaged groups—such as women, young people, PwDs, transgender people, and members of underrepresented religious and ethnic groups—are included in the electoral process.
  • Make that project interventions are finished on time and to UNDP standards for quality.
  • To incorporate lessons learned in project implementation, approve project reports, and offer regular feedback to implementing partners working on hate speech and the participation of vulnerable groups in electoral and political processes.
  • To arrange monitoring visits throughout project implementation, and work in concert with the monitoring and evaluation officer.
  • Support the creation of a framework for electoral risk management.

locating, creating, and overseeing new partnerships

  • To guarantee the accomplishment of the goals outlined under the social inclusion component, identify and build relationships.
  • initiate pacts/MoUs with academic institutions, research groups, and civil society organizations
  • Communicate with partners in the scientific and social sectors on a frequent basis to guarantee efficient partnership management.

Social inclusion and gender parity

  • assumes accountability for integrating gender ideas and ensuring that men and women participate equally in all aspects of work
  • Be sure to educate partners and stakeholders on social inclusion that prioritizes gender
  • Utilizes socially inclusive strategies to guarantee that all social groups are included in project activities that center on including vulnerable groups in the electoral process.
  • Increase partner and stakeholder capacity for programming that includes social and electoral inclusion of vulnerable populations.
  • Provide funding for developing and implementing programs to boost young people’s participation in political and electoral processes

Requirements of UN Jobs in Pakistan-Elections and Inclusion Officer

Education:

  • a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related discipline, such as political science, sociology, anthropology, journalism, development studies, or another

Experience:

  • a Master’s degree and at least two years of experience managing contracts, supporting programs, and research
  • a bachelor’s degree and at least four years of experience in research, program support, and contract management.
  • demonstrates a dedication to the mission, vision, and values of UNDP.

Languages:

  • excellent spoken and written English and Urdu skills.
  • Proficiency with these languages in report writing, editing, coordination, and communication.

How to Apply?

  1. Review job requirements: Review the job description and requirements to make sure you meet the qualifications and experience needed for the position. It is important to carefully read the application instructions and to submit all required documents.
  2. Create a profile: Create a UN careers profile and complete the online application form. You will need to provide personal and professional information, as well as submit a cover letter and resume.
  3. Submit your application: Once you have completed your application, click on the submit button to send your application to the UN. You will receive a confirmation email with your application details.
  4. Wait for a response: After submitting your application, it may take several weeks or months to hear back from the UN. If you are shortlisted for an interview, you will be contacted by a UN representative.
  5. Attend an interview: If you are invited to an interview, prepare well and attend the interview as scheduled.
  6. Receive an offer: If you are successful in your application, you will receive an offer from the UN. You will need to accept the offer and follow the instructions provided to complete the hiring process.

It is important to note that the UN has a highly competitive application process, and it may take several attempts to secure a job. Therefore, it is important to remain persistent and continue to apply for jobs that match your skills and experience.

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