CSR Research and Policy Intern

Organizational Context:

Project Background:
UNDP has been actively engaged in strengthening Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) as a driver of sustainable development in India, working with government, private sector, and civil society partners to enhance compliance, transparency, and impact. Building on this experience, UNDP, in collaboration with NITI Aayog, is focusing on leveraging CSR as a catalyst for inclusive growth and accelerated progress on the SDGs. In this background a national consultation will be organised at first in Northeast and followed by that another consultation will be oganised in Dehradun. There is a need of an intern to support the Centre for Public Policy and Good Governance (CPPGG) team and SDG Acceleration Unit in preparation of background documents related to the consultations. UNDP is seeking a motivated intern to support its CSR initiative with a focus on Uttarakhand State. The internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in development partnerships, CSR strategy, and SDG-focused investment. The intern will conduct research and analysis on CSR trends, legal frameworks, and best practices, prepare reports, summaries, and briefing notes, and monitor relevant publications and data to inform the initiative. They will also support partnership management by identifying potential collaborators across government and private sector and assist in preparing briefs and presentations for strategic discussions. In addition, the intern will provide documentation and administrative support by recording minutes, preparing background materials, and assisting in the organization of workshops, meetings, and events under the CSR initiative.

Duties and Responsibilities

Competencies

• Strong sense of collaborative work, excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Keen attention to detail;
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise;
• Willing to learn from others and take initiative;
• Proactively work on tasks and deliver under given timelines.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Skills:

• IT skills related to finance /administration will be an advantage. Knowledge of MS Excel and effective use of internet and web-based systems.
• Ability to work with quick turnaround time.
• Good team player and ability to adapt to changes in work environment
• Ability to work within tight deadlines and adjust accordingly as new priorities arise.
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize information and present it clearly.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English and understanding of Hindi is desirable

Equal opportunity

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UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles.

Right to select multiple candidates

UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

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