UNDP Jobs - 54347- Research Assistant - SU V

Research Assistant - SU V - (Open to Nepalese Nationals Only) - NEX Project

Location :

Kathmandu, NEPAL

Type of Contract :

Other

Starting Date :

15-Jun-2015

Application Deadline :

25-Mar-15 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

Other

Duration of Initial Contract :

One year with possibility of extension

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

This Program supports the National Planning Commission and under its aegis the Central Bureau of Statistics to strengthen their capacity to promote pro-poor and evidence-based planning and monitoring and evaluation based on a) improved generation of data and b) analysis of evidence of development issues and trends in Nepal.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the overall guidance of the National Program Director, the Research Assistant works under the direct supervision of the Project Officer. The Research Assistant will have the following responsibilities:

Assist the Project Officer in planning, documentation and report writing;
Provide support to the Project Officer and other specialists in drafting concept notes, terms of reference and other relevant documents;
Assist project team in doing background research, e.g., data collection and analysis;
Provide logistical support in training, workshop, planning and dissemination meetings;
Assist in administrative and finance matters to maintain project inventory of goods and equipment;
Perform any other duty assigned by programme management.

Competencies

Shares knowledge and experience;
Good understanding of project management including administration and logistics support;
Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
Positive, constructive attitude;
Ability to work and act under pressure with discretion in politically sensitive environment with a minimum of comfort;
Responds positively to critical feedback and differing points of view;
Ready to work independently, under tight deadlines.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Completeion of Intermediate level.

Experience:

5 years of experience in development research and planning;
Understanding of Nepal’s socio economic development;
Good computer skills especially MS Word, Excel, Power Point.

Language:

Fluency in spoken and written Nepali and English languages is required.