Background
Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversight of content management for UNDG phase 2 consultations in coordination with UNDG one secretariat and consultation co-leads
- Special data analytics reports of World We Want and MY World
- Issues Briefs and Analytics to be fed into the ongoing political process that will define the post2015 development agenda
- Coordinate weekly PSG meetings (Agenda, Recorded Actions, Group Coordination)
- Carry out weekly PSG actions
- Draft necessary internal documents, external outreach material, external communications material etc.
- Bridge PSG decisions to World We Want Technical Team, and other stakeholders and relevant bodies
- Support and draft World We Want strategic plan from Oct 2013-2015
- Ensure World We Want 2015 becomes an effective tool for new audience engagement and sustainable development
- Support/Document creation for increased outreach and mobilization efforts around World We Want engagement, events, milestones
- UNDG 2nd phase consultation;
- “ACR” Values Conversation;
- “IISD” Database;
- Equator Initiative sustainable development case studies;
- Sustainable Development Solutions Network thematic reports and indicators;
- Participate Initiative;
- GCAP/Beyond 2015.
- Re-design of Homepage;
- Advise on strategy and content of entire platform;
- Secure strategic partnerships for data curation;
- Oversee outreach and feature of new space on wider World We Want platform, social media spaces, newsletter and other outreach opportunities;
- Liaise with development team on any technical requirements/needs of the platform;
- Ensure consultation content from previous consultations is appropriately integrated to the platform;
- Information sharing about opportunity to open conversation spaces on World We Want.
- Intensify efforts to link all engaging groups on World We Want 2015;
- Linking World We Want Platform across all social networks (Google, Facebook, Twitter , LinkedIn ETC);
- Ensuring World We Want 2015 communications becomes an important information sharing source for post-2015 process via different means and synergies;
- Produce necessary mobilization and outreach materials/documents;
- Encourage World We Want Influencers to become a reliable and active mobilization network;
- Responding to general questions about World We Want from UN staff and partners.
- Work with MY World team to identify gaps in integration;
- Assist in generation of plan for technical and communications integration;
- Assist in execution of full integration.
Competencies
- Demonstrate integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
- Promote the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP;
- Display cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
- Treat all people fairly without favouritism.
- Promote knowledge management in UNDP and a learning environment in the office through leadership and personal example;
- Actively work towards continuing personal learning and development in one or more Practice Areas, act on learning plan; and apply newly acquired skills.
- Commitment to the post-2015 conversation and understanding of the UN system and values;
- Creative and pro-active approach to programming activities;
- Self-starter, comfortable pitching ideas and taking the initiative;
- Strong interpersonal and excellent communications skills;
- Ability to work independently, against tight deadlines as well as part of a dynamic international team;
- The position requires a flexible, creative thinker with the passion and drive to get things done.
- Demonstrates flexibility and ease working in a fast-paced global team;
- Recognizes opportunities to meet organizational priorities through team work, thinks and acts co-operatively, openly and honestly;
- Commitment to team work and to working across disciplines;
- Communicates information and ideas clearly, is diplomatic and uses tact and sensitivity in dealing with colleagues and partners.
- Build strong relationships with clients, focus on impact and results and respond positively to feedback;
- Innovative approaches/experience in campaign messaging around mobilization and global development issues;
- Ability to work closely with our website developer team based abroad and deliver results as a part of a team;
- Consistently approach work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude;
- Demonstrate openness to change and ability to manage complexities and fast moving situations;
- Maturity and confidence in dealing with senior and high ranking members of national and international institutions; government and non-government;
- Demonstrate strong networking skills;
- Excellent drafting ability and communication skills, both oral and written.
Required Skills and Experience
- Master’s Degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, Social Sciences or related field.
- A minimum of 2 years related experience in policy and programming with experience with strong research background;
- UN and UNDP experience is highly desirable, as is experience in MDG campaigning and advocacy work
- Substantive experience in campaign mobilization working with multiple partners and stakeholders;
- Previous experience in advocacy work on international and cross-sector issues;
- Good knowledge of emerging technologies and social media;
- Experience and knowledge of MDGs Advocacy and Post-2015 development framework;
- Previous experience with campaigns especially those using innovative outreach and engagement methods;
- Experience in the use of computers applications and software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and web based management systems;
- Knowledge of United Nations system and good understanding of international development issues.
- Fluency in English is required;
- Proficiency in another UN working language is desirable.
Individual consultants will be evaluated based on a cumulative analysis taking into consideration the combination of the applicants’ qualifications and financial proposal. Only the highest ranked candidates who would be found qualified for the job will be considered for the Financial Evaluation.
- Technical criteria – 70 per cent of total evaluation – maximum of 35 points:
- Working experience in an international agency such as a UN entity – maximum points: 5;
- Knowledge and experience in research, analyse and draft reports – Maximum points: 10;
- Knowledge and experience in campaigning on MDGs Acceleration and Post 2015/SDGs initiatives - Maximum points: 10;
- Knowledge and experience in programme coordination/project monitoring – Maximum points: 10.
Qualified candidates are requested to apply online via this website. The application should contain:
- A cover letter explaining why you are the most suitable candidate for the advertised position. Please paste the letter into the "Resume and Motivation" section of the electronic application;
- Filled UNDP Personal History form (P11) including past experience in similar projects and contact details of referees ;
(blank form can be downloaded from http://sas.undp.org/Documents/P11_Personal_history_form.doc); please upload the P11 instead of your CV; ); please upload the P11 instead of your CV; - Financial Proposal - specifying a total lump sum amount for the tasks specified in this announcement. Please note that the financial proposal is all-inclusive and shall take into account various expenses incurred by the consultant/contractor during the contract period (e.g. fee, health insurance, vaccination and any other relevant expenses related to the performance of services).
- Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please make sure you have provided all requested materials. Payments will be made only upon confirmation of UNDP on delivering on the contract obligations in a satisfactory manner.
- Individual Consultants are responsible for ensuring they have vaccinations/inoculations when travelling to certain countries, as designated by the UN Medical Director. Consultants are also required to comply with the UN security directives set forth under dss.un.org.
- Qualified women and members of minorities are encouraged to apply.
- Due to large number of applications we receive, we are able to inform only the successful candidates about the outcome or status of the selection process.