Deadline: 2 September 2015
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Research Analyst based in New York, USA.
UNDP works in more than 170 countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty, and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion.
Key Job Responsibilities
The Research Analyst will perform the following functions-
- Conducts research and analysis of information pertaining to SES and related SECU activities;
- Collects and analyses information from internal and external data sources, social media and open source information and develops relevant new data sources;
- Researches and identifies similarities, patterns, trends and problem clusters across different countries and regions to assist in identifying lessons learned from reported cases;
- Drafts research and analysis reports of a high standard, providing an objective and factual summary of the data with soundly based conclusions and recommendations;
- Drafts reports and communications with respect to cases under review in order to provide strategic direction for SECU investigations;
- Prepares and disseminates outreach materials to inform stakeholders. Develops outreach strategies and implementation plans for each key stakeholder group;
- Participates in OAI and stakeholder meetings, providing updates on SECU as requested;
- Provides research and drafting support to preparation of the annual report by SECU;
- Organizes and contributes to SECU weekly update meetings and develops action lists and implementation plans arising from those meetings;
- Maintains the rosters of compliance and technical experts, including liaising with the members of the rosters of compliance and technical experts on a regular basis;
- Supports ongoing maintenance and monitors SECU/SRM website, Hotline, Case Management System, Registry;
- Undertakes functional reviews of the website, Case Management System and Registry at three-month intervals to identify possible improvements;
- Manages the intake and assessment of complaints;
- Contributes to the ongoing development of professional practices within OAI;
- Participates in the implementation of his/her personal learning and training development plan;
- Undertakes other related functions as requested by the Director, OAI, or the Deputy Director (Investigations).
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have-
- Master’s Degree or equivalent in International Development (or related areas such as Globalization and sustainable development, Human Ecology) or Law with a focus on the environment, human rights or cultural anthropology;
- Experience working with, or a detailed knowledge of, social and environmental accountability mechanisms is desirable;
- Experience working with local communities and civil society organizations is an advantage;
- Experience in communications, outreach, and managing web based reporting and case management system is desirable;
- Fluency in written and spoken English is essential;
- Fluency in French, Spanish or any widely-used language of countries where UNDP implements projects is an advantage.
How to Apply
- Applications must contain duly completed and signed Personal History Form which must be uploaded in lieu of CV.
- Applications must be submitted via email with applicant’s name and “P-1 Research Analyst” in the subject line.
For more information, please visit UNDP.
