**Deadline is 16 June 2025 ** Task description The Project Finance Specialist will report directly to the Project Manager of the Health Systems Strengthening (HSS) Project, who will provide strategic guidance, performance oversight, and overall direction. The Project Finance Specialist will work in close coordination with the Project Operations Analyst to ensure integrated planning and smooth implementation of financial and operational functions within the project. This collaboration will be essential for aligning financial management with procurement, human resources, and administrative workflows. The Project Finance Specialist will also supervise the Project Finance Associate, providing day-to-day direction, quality assurance, and capacity development support. The Finance Associate will report to the Finance Specialist for functional responsibilities, contributing to the overall efficiency and compliance of the project’s financial operations. 1. Ensure implementation of financial and operational strategies, adapt processes and procedures focusing on the achievement of the following results: • Ensure full compliance with UN/UNDP rules, regulations, and policies of financial activities, financial recording/reporting system, and follow-up on audit recommendations. • Implementation of effective internal controls, proper functioning of a client-oriented financial resources management system; • Undertake management of financial cost sharing and cost sharing agreements; • ensuring elaboration of proposals and implementation of cost-saving and reduction strategies in consultations with the project team; • Proactively assist in continuous analysis and monitoring of the financial situation, and presentation of forecasts for the project. • Monitoring financial reports for unusual activities, transactions, and investigating anomalies regularly 2. Financial Oversight & Reporting: • Ensuring the timely preparation and submission of Statement of Expenditure and financial reports while ensuring accuracy and compliance with UNDP policies and donor requirements. • Guiding and leading the project’s finance, managing outstanding financial claims by expediting the certification process and settlement of pending payments to maintain smooth financial operations, pre-finance mechanisms, and avoiding fund utilization gaps. • Designing, refining, and implementing financial tracking systems for real-time monitoring of state contributions, pending claims, and cash flow. • Developing financial forecasting models to support budget planning and fund allocation strategies. • Ensuring an efficient financial flow process while identifying and addressing bottlenecks. • Provide high-level financial analysis and strategic recommendations to project leadership for informed decision-making. • Review multi-donor budgets and ensure accurate budget processing in the system, aligning with approved work plans. • Identify gaps between the budget and expenditures and highlight them for corrective action. 3. Process Optimization and Operational Efficiency: • Reviewing existing processes for expenditure, certification, cross-charging, and payment mechanisms. • Lead the backlog clearance of financial certifications and ensure the system is streamlined for future financial reporting. • Maintaining a document management system and financial records to improve audit readiness and compliance. • Leverage technology to design financial tracking dashboards for real-time, comprehensive monitoring of multi-donor budgets and fund utilization. 4. Risk Management and Compliance Strengthening: • Establish a proactive risk management system to mitigate financial risks, including cash flow shortages and funding gaps. • Ensuring compliance with UNDP financial regulations, donor requirements, internal controls, and accountability mechanisms. • Supporting audit preparations and responses to audits by UNDP and donors, in line with donor agreements, UNDP rules and regulations, policies, and procedures, and ensuring the timely implementation of audit recommendations and findings. • Develop and institutionalize SOPs to streamline financial management and donor funding. • Conducting periodic internal reviews to proactively identify financial compliance issues and address them before audits. • Ensure that the project team adheres to the approved agreements regarding financial allocations, preventing unauthorized deviations in spending. • Provide financial quality assurance to maintain adherence to project budgets and donor conditions. 5. Management of Staff and Coordination: • Supervise and provide performance management support to the Project Finance Associate. • Ensure effective workload distribution and oversight of financial documentation prepared by the Project Finance Associate. • Conduct periodic performance reviews, providing guidance and capacity-building to enhance staff competencies. Promote a collaborative work environment and ensure alignment of financial responsibilities within the team. 6. Capacity Building & Coordination • Providing technical guidance to finance and relevant project colleagues on financial documentation, reporting standards, and overall finance management. • Foster cross-functional collaboration between CO finance, programme, and procurement teams to ensure seamless financial management through improved cross-functional workflows. • Establish clear communication mechanisms for financial updates, reporting, and decision-making. • Conducting capacity-building sessions for regional project analysts and operations associates to build long-term financial management capacity and ensure consistent financial practices. 7. Knowledge Building and Sharing • Documenting lessons learned from financial management processes and recommending improvements for future projects linked to Government financing. • Contribute to the development of financial best practices for government-financed health initiatives. Relevant experience 3 years Languages English, Level: Fluent, Required Required education level Bachelor degree or equivalent in accounting from an internationally accredited institute of accountancy, and/or an Advanced University Degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Finance and/or Accounting is required. Candidates with professional accounting qualifications from an internationally accredited institute of accountancy will have a distinct advantage. • A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree. Skills and experience • Candidates are required to have a minimum of three (3) years of relevant professional experience in providing financial management services, and/or managing staff and operational systems. Experience of IPSAS and/or IFRS is required for external candidates. • Demonstrated experience working with UNDP’s financial regulations and rules, including: o UNDP’s Programme and Operations Policies and Procedures (POPP), o Financial Resource Planning (FRP) and budgeting processes, o Quantum ERP (or previous Atlas system) for transaction processing and reporting, o Donor financial reporting, including compliance with cost classification, budgeting, and certified financial reporting requirements. • Experience in the use of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and advanced knowledge of web-based management systems such as ERP financials and database packages is required. • Proven experience in financial reporting, budgeting, multi-donor funding management, and compliance with international financial regulations. • Proven familiarity with UNDP financial regulations and donor compliance frameworks. • Proven ability to work independently and prioritize to meet multiple competing deadlines. • Professionally qualified accountants from an internationally recognized institute of accountancy will have a distinct advantage. • Strong ability to optimize financial processes, track expenditures, and ensure efficient fund disbursement within large-scale development programs. • Excellent communication skills to collaborate across teams, advise on budget matters, and support project audits. 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**Deadline to apply is 27 June 2025** Contex tIn India UNDP is a long-standing partner of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE) and the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying (MoFAHD) and their institutions at the State and District level. Guided by the government, the UNDP India work is fully carried out in close coordination with partner UN agencies and is focusing on better health services provided to the population of India. The overarching goal of UNDP’s work on health system strengthening in India is to facilitate equitable access to basic services by strengthening capacities of communities to demand and access services, and of institutions to deliver quality, timely and stigma free services and LNOB (Leaving no one behind). The Gavi Alliance co-funded Health System Strengthening (HSS) programme is one of the efforts of the MoHFW to improve the quality and level of immunization coverage in India. UNDP has been a trusted partner of MoHFW and GAVI for many years in this flagship programme that has nationwide coverage and has supported vaccine delivery to over 1 billion people. The initially developed solutions (eVIN and CoWIN) have proven themselves well and now UNDP is given a unique opportunity to develop and integrate a new universal vaccination solution - U-Win – which is the focus on the current phase of support. While a large part of the HSS programme is related to digital solutions development, capacity building and implementation, it also includes technical support to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in the implementation of its National Rabies Control Programme, National Programme for prevention and control of Snakebite envenoming and National One Health Programme for the prevention and control of zoonosis which are implemented through the center for One Health, NCDC. Following a One Health approach, UNDP is also collaborating with the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying on strengthening the animal health sector. Further, UNDP also supports the technical support Unit of the National Programme for Non-communicable diseases under the Ministry. Working closely with the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment and other development partners, the programme also supports the National AIDS and STD Control Programme in the prevention and control of HIV and AIDS with a focus on the rights and well-being of the LGBTQI+ communities. The Health Systems Strengthening (HSS) Unit is continuously developing its pipeline of new project proposals in areas such as school health, HPV, One Health, climate and health, anaemia, and implementation of the PCPNDT Act to reduce sex-selective practices. A key focus is ensuring these projects are gender-responsive and aligned with broader goals of equity and inclusion. The Gender Officer will support the Unit in strengthening project proposals and documents, with a particular emphasis on advancing gender equality and social inclusion. The Gender Officer (Health Systems Strengthening) will be hold an overall responsibility for ensuring gender mainstreaming in the ongoing HSS projects on vaccination and immunization across India, by contributing with technical input and advise throughout the project cycle. The incumbent will be stationed at the Country Office in New Delhi, with travel to other states. Task description The Gender Officer (Health Systems Strengthening) will report to the Team Lead, Health Systems Strengthening as well as work closely with the Gender Analyst of the CO. 1. Planning, management, implementation of gender strategy and policy advice: • Lead the implementation of the HSS Unit Gender Strategy, including development and periodic review of the unit’s Gender Annual Work Plan, and project gender act ion plans. • Provide support and technical advice to the HSS unit projects in implementation of project gender action plans and application of UNDP tools for gender mainstreaming, including gender markers. • Ensure gender mainstreaming across all HSS project project proposals, project documents, results frameworks, reports work plans and M&E systems. • Timely provision of inputs to corporate communications and reporting requirements relating to the implementation of the CO Gender Equality Strategy in HSS Unit. • Represent the HSS unit in the CO Gender Focal Team and undertake related work. • Support effective application of gender mainstreaming and social inclusion throughout the HSS unit and project cycles, monitoring and evaluation frameworks, communication and advocacy, results reporting and quality assurance of results in line with the Leave No One Behind agenda. • Provide additional support to the implementation of the CO LGBTQIA+, HIV and LNOB projects, as and when required 2. Capacity building and knowledge management related to Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) • Act as the HSS Unit PSEAH Focal Point and represent the unit in the UNDP India CO PSEAH Task Force. • Design and provide trainings and awareness raising sessions on PSEAH to HSS staff and third-party contract holders. • Develop a PSEAH strategy/SOP for the for the third-party staff in line with UNDP principles. • Support Grievance redressal on gender and PSEAH related issues. 3. Partnerships and collaborations promoting gender and social inclusion: • Contribute to the identification and facilitation of strategic partnership building opportunities for gender equality and social inclusion. • Contribute to the strengthening of relations and collaboration in social inclusion and gender-related areas between the Government and HSS Unit. • Ensuring gender and social inclusions evaluations of the HSS projects, including engaging relevant agency to conduct the said gender audit. • Maintain and disseminate key learnings from the best practices from across the globe. 4. Knowledge Management and Communication on gender and social inclusion: • Preparation of case studies and impact assessment on how U-WIN and other HSS interventions has contributed for improving work life balance and empowerment of female healthcare workers andpregnant woman. • Support the portfolio in effectively showcasing the work done on gender equality, which includes, campaigns, events, blogs etc. • Lead the knowledge practice with updating of new and emerging changes in the domain. • In coordination with the CO Gender Analyst, the gender officer will be responsible for building the capacity of the team on gender markers, gender action plans and other corporate tools for gender mainstreaming etc. Relevant experience 5 years Languages English, Level: Fluent, Required Hindi, Level: Fluent, Desirable Required education level Bachelor degree or equivalent in Gender Studies, Public Policies, Law, Social Sciences, Economics, or in related field Skills and experience • Minimum 05 years of work experience in designing, managing and/or implementing development projects and initiatives addressing gender equality, women's empowerment, and/or social inclusion with focus on at the intersection of health and gender. • Experience in the development sector on promotion of gender equality and/or social inclusion is desired. • Knowledge of UNDP strategies, policies and tools related to gender and PSEAH is desirable. • Hands-on experience in integration gender and social integration perspectives in design, formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of projects. • Demonstrable experience in applying gender and social inclusion analysis to policy development and policy review is desired. • Demonstratable experience in working and collaborating with state institutions for gender equality promotion, capacity building and gender transformative approach is desired. • Knowledge of and experiences related to gender equality challenges in the country are desirable. • Demonstrable experience in relevant role with government project/s, gender and health (in particular vaccination and immunization) related projects will be in added advantage. • Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills. • Tailors and presents information and trainings to diverse audiences using a variety of communication delivery methods (e.g., written, electronic, oral, interpersonal). • Good interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and working relations with people in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity. • Demonstrated skills in building, mobilizing, and leading coalition, teams and working groups.
**Deadline to apply is 2 August 2025** Task description The Project Finance Specialist will report directly to the Project Manager of the Health Systems Strengthening (HSS) Project, who will provide strategic guidance, performance oversight, and overall direction. The Project Finance Specialist will work in close coordination with the Project Operations Analyst to ensure integrated planning and smooth implementation of financial and operational functions within the project. This collaboration will be essential for aligning financial management with procurement, human resources, and administrative workflows. The Project Finance Specialist will also supervise the Project Finance Associate, providing day-to-day direction, quality assurance, and capacity development support. The Finance Associate will report to the Finance Specialist for functional responsibilities, contributing to the overall efficiency and compliance of the project’s financial operations. 1. Ensure implementation of financial and operational strategies, adapt processes and procedures focusing on the achievement of the following results: • Ensure full compliance with UN/UNDP rules, regulations, and policies of financial activities, financial recording/reporting system, and follow-up on audit recommendations. • Implementation of effective internal controls, proper functioning of a client-oriented financial resources management system; • Undertake management of financial cost sharing and cost sharing agreements; • ensuring elaboration of proposals and implementation of cost-saving and reduction strategies in consultations with the project team; • Proactively assist in continuous analysis and monitoring of the financial situation, and presentation of forecasts for the project. • Monitoring financial reports for unusual activities, transactions, and investigating anomalies regularly 2. Financial Oversight & Reporting: • Ensuring the timely preparation and submission of Statement of Expenditure and financial reports while ensuring accuracy and compliance with UNDP policies and donor requirements. • Guiding and leading the project’s finance, managing outstanding financial claims by expediting the certification process and settlement of pending payments to maintain smooth financial operations, pre-finance mechanisms, and avoiding fund utilization gaps. • Designing, refining, and implementing financial tracking systems for real-time monitoring of state contributions, pending claims, and cash flow. • Developing financial forecasting models to support budget planning and fund allocation strategies. • Ensuring an efficient financial flow process while identifying and addressing bottlenecks. • Provide high-level financial analysis and strategic recommendations to project leadership for informed decision-making. • Review multi-donor budgets and ensure accurate budget processing in the system, aligning with approved work plans. • Identify gaps between the budget and expenditures and highlight them for corrective action. 3. Process Optimization and Operational Efficiency: • Reviewing existing processes for expenditure, certification, cross-charging, and payment mechanisms. • Lead the backlog clearance of financial certifications and ensure the system is streamlined for future financial reporting. • Maintaining a document management system and financial records to improve audit readiness and compliance. • Leverage technology to design financial tracking dashboards for real-time, comprehensive monitoring of multi-donor budgets and fund utilization. 4. Risk Management and Compliance Strengthening: • Establish a proactive risk management system to mitigate financial risks, including cash flow shortages and funding gaps. • Ensuring compliance with UNDP financial regulations, donor requirements, internal controls, and accountability mechanisms. • Supporting audit preparations and responses to audits by UNDP and donors, in line with donor agreements, UNDP rules and regulations, policies, and procedures, and ensuring the timely implementation of audit recommendations and findings. • Develop and institutionalize SOPs to streamline financial management and donor funding. • Conducting periodic internal reviews to proactively identify financial compliance issues and address them before audits. • Ensure that the project team adheres to the approved agreements regarding financial allocations, preventing unauthorized deviations in spending. • Provide financial quality assurance to maintain adherence to project budgets and donor conditions. 5. Management of Staff and Coordination: • Supervise and provide performance management support to the Project Finance Associate. • Ensure effective workload distribution and oversight of financial documentation prepared by the Project Finance Associate. • Conduct periodic performance reviews, providing guidance and capacity-building to enhance staff competencies. Promote a collaborative work environment and ensure alignment of financial responsibilities within the team. 6. Capacity Building & Coordination • Providing technical guidance to finance and relevant project colleagues on financial documentation, reporting standards, and overall finance management. • Foster cross-functional collaboration between CO finance, programme, and procurement teams to ensure seamless financial management through improved cross-functional workflows. • Establish clear communication mechanisms for financial updates, reporting, and decision-making. • Conducting capacity-building sessions for regional project analysts and operations associates to build long-term financial management capacity and ensure consistent financial practices. 7. Knowledge Building and Sharing • Documenting lessons learned from financial management processes and recommending improvements for future projects linked to Government financing. • Contribute to the development of financial best practices for government-financed health initiatives. Relevant experience 3 years Languages English, Level: Fluent, Required Required education level Bachelor's degree in accounting from an internationally accredited institute of accountancy, and/or an Advanced University Degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Finance and/or Accounting is required. Candidates with professional accounting qualifications from an internationally accredited institute of accountancy will have a distinct advantage. • A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree. Skills and experience • Candidates are required to have a minimum of three (3) years of relevant professional experience in providing financial management services, and/or managing staff and operational systems. Experience of IPSAS and/or IFRS is required for external candidates. • Demonstrated experience working with UNDP’s financial regulations and rules, including: o UNDP’s Programme and Operations Policies and Procedures (POPP), o Financial Resource Planning (FRP) and budgeting processes, o Quantum ERP (or previous Atlas system) for transaction processing and reporting, o Donor financial reporting, including compliance with cost classification, budgeting, and certified financial reporting requirements. • Experience in the use of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and advanced knowledge of web-based management systems such as ERP financials and database packages is required. • Proven experience in financial reporting, budgeting, multi-donor funding management, and compliance with international financial regulations. • Proven familiarity with UNDP financial regulations and donor compliance frameworks. • Proven ability to work independently and prioritize to meet multiple competing deadlines. • Professionally qualified accountants from an internationally recognized institute of accountancy will have a distinct advantage. • Strong ability to optimize financial processes, track expenditures, and ensure efficient fund disbursement within large-scale development programs. • Excellent communication skills to collaborate across teams, advise on budget matters, and support project audits.
**Deadline to apply is 20 August 2025** Mission and objectives APCTT is a regional institution of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (UNESCAP) servicing the Asia-Pacific region. APCTT promotes an enabling environment for innovation, transfer and commercialization of technologies in 53 member states and 9 associate members of UNESCAP. All member states and associate members of UNESCAP are de facto members of APCTT. APCTT's vision is to enhance regional cooperation for innovation, adoption, diffusion and transfer of innovative and emerging technologies in the Asia-Pacific region for addressing climate change and achieving SDGs. The Centre is engaged in capacity building and technical assistance, knowledge management, policy support, and technological facilitation activities. Context APCTT is strengthening its communications for greater outreach to (1) showcase its work and achievements in technology cooperation and transfer for sustainable, equitable and inclusive development in Asia and the Pacific, and (2) ensure effective and accelerated flow of information, successes and comparative technology and learnings among all targeted stakeholders. The Centre currently is also in the process of developing/updating its overall Communication strategy. In this direction, APCTT would like to hire a UNV with notable communication skills, and experience in developing communication products and supporting outreach activities. S/he will work under the overall supervision of the Head of APCTT and direct supervision of the Programme Officer at APCTT. S/he will of assist APCTT in developing communication products in strengthening the Centre’s communication and outreach activities, and in implementation of its Communication strategy. Task description The UNV will assist in strengthening the Centre’s communication and outreach activities, and support implementation of the Centre’s communication strategy. Key tasks include: • Develop communication products including short videos, posters and newsletters and other communication material and products. • Support programme team in strengthening media and social media outreach, including developing key messages, media stories and content for social media and other outreach channels. • Support APCTT in website upgradation ensuring that content clearly projects the impact and achievements of the Centre’s activities and adheres to the organizational guidelines. • Support in developing exhibition related material products as well as active participation and organizing relevant exhibitions. • Explore and utilise contemporary innovative communication tools, including digital and AI based tools, to showcase activities and enhance visibility. Inform the staff of the new developments in the communication landscape in this regard. • Strengthen overall outreach in line with organizational branding and messaging guidelines. Relevant experience 3 years Languages English, Level: Fluent, Required Required education level Master's degree in Mass Communication, Public Relations, Journalism or a related field Skills and experience • Experience in communications and outreach, design of communication products using various media. • Experience of working in international organizations or/and with UN and its specialized agencies is highly desirable. • Ability to convey complex ideas in a creative, clear, direct and lively style. • Proven knowledge of visual communications principles and fluency with design software.
** Deadline to apply is 2 September 2025 ** Task description Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Communication Specialist or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the NUNV Knowledge Management Officer (Communication) will: • Assist in developing communication plan as per advocacy /communication strategies and campaigns on key programme priorities on child rights (including emergency, humanitarian contexts as and when necessary) • Support with knowledge management related to existing CAP partnerships and engagement with key influencers including policymakers, faith-leaders, private sector, media, local celebrities/icons and adolescents and youth. This would include developing concept notes, proposals, content creation and knowledge-management coordination • Support with coordination and documentation of GoUP-UNICEF advocacy communication initiatives including workshops, events, trainings, content missions at state level and in select districts in Uttar Pradesh • Support with coordinating and documenting communication campaigns (including social media campaigns) as per UNICEF national/global priorities at state level and in select districts in Uttar Pradesh • Assist in developing and disseminating advocacy and communication products on child rights/key programme priorities as per UNICEF standards and guidelines in (print, audio-visual and digital in English and Hindi) in coordination with sectors and key stakeholders o These may include a range of communication assets viz: Key messages, backgrounders, concept notes, creative briefs, pitch notes, policy briefs, factsheets, info-graphs, human interest stories, field-based stories, case-studies, good practices, A/V and multi-media stories, testimonials, scripts, media articles, social media posts, blogs, TORs, proposals, PPT, minutes, monitoring formats and event documentation and others as per need. • Support with building capacity of partners, consultants, youth and adolescent groups on content creation, documentation and knowledge management as per UNICEF brand guidelines through orientations and hand-holding • Support with knowledge management for effective communication on child rights: o Develop month-wise advocacy and communications events calendar, key message matrix (incl. social media content plans) o Participate in meetings/workshops and WhatsApp groups conversations to identify and generate content as well as share/disseminate appropriate content o Support with customising/ editing/ translating/packaging/fact-checking available communication assets/ documents from sectors/ partners ( includes basic layout and designing and app-based editing) o Facilitate dissemination among partners/key influencers through emailers/ UNICEF/other social media /networks using digital tools and platforms o Collate and compile communication related minutes, reports with reach-engagement data and analytics from partners/agencies as per RAM /donor/ other reporting requirements. o Upload approved content and reports on UNICEF Uttar Pradesh state microsite, UNICEF internal platforms (ECM, ICON, Delhi digital team) and support with disseminating through govt/partner channels o Develop and maintain database and repositories of communication assets /materials /photo/videos with thematic categorization proper referencing. • Any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor. Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers programme mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the following suggested activities: • Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day); • Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country; • Provide annual and end of assignment self-reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities. • Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.; • Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers; • Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible. RESULTS/EXPECTED OUTPUTS: • As an active UNICEF team member, efficient, timely, responsive, client-friendly and high-quality support rendered to UNICEF and its beneficiaries in the accomplishment of her/his functions, including: o Strengthened advocacy on key advocacy priorities through well-planned communication initiatives, campaigns and partnerships o Enhanced and sustained support of key influencers/networks for child rights o High-quality communication tools, resources, reports and evidence available for advocacy campaigns and partnerships with Government of Uttar Pradesh, civil society and key influencers o Strengthened capacity of partners /consultants and adolescents-youth groups in communication and documentation o Enhanced visibility and voice of UNICEF in policy and public discourse; positioning UNICEF as a knowledge leader and amplify its brand • Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated and documented in all activities throughout the assignment • A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for peace and development during the assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in, and capacities developed Relevant experience 3 years Languages English, Level: Fluent, Required Hindi, Level: Fluent, Required Urdu, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable Required education level Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Social Sciences or area related to child rights, human rights, development studies. Skills and experience • At least 3 years of professional work experience at the state/national and/or international level in communications, media, social media and/or other relevant development programmes; experience with government, influencers like parliamentarians, faith-leaders, media, adolescents and youth is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organizations and experience of working in Uttar Pradesh /similar background states is an asset; • Excellent oral and written skills, in English and Hindi is required; • Accuracy and professionalism in document production, editing and designing in a range of styles, including audiovisual and digital content; as per publication standards is an asset • Excellent skills in social media management including content planning, creation, dissemination, analytics and reporting are an asset • Excellent interpersonal skills; cultural and gender-sensitivity; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, legislators, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications advocacy and partnerships for development; • Solid computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office; working skills in Adobe pro, Canva, video editing tools, basic Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools for content creation, data visualization, social media analytics etc. • Ability and willingness to travel to rural and remote areas; • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel; • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines; • Have affinity with or interest in UNICEF, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System Living conditions and remarks You can check full entitlements at https://app.unv.org/calculator . • Monthly Voluntary Living Allowance (VLA): INR 64,961.50 • Entry lump sum (one-time payment): USD 400 (equivalent in INR) • Relocation costs: $200 at beginning and end of assignment if duty station is outside of commuting distance (as determined by UNV) • Exit allowance (paid on successful completion of the assignment): INR 5,413.46 for each month served, paid on completion of contract • Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for health, life and malicious acts • Annual leave: 2.5 days per month • Learning: Access to UNV's learning and career development resources For more information on entitlements, please read the Conditions of Service (https://explore.unv.org/cos).
**Deadline to apply is 2 September 2025** Task description Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Statistics and Monitoring Specialist or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the Data Analytics Officer will: • Support the Statistics and Monitoring Specialist in leading any existing or new advocacy, training, workshops. consultation between UNICEF (evidence section and programme colleagues) and key government and NGO partners to discuss data gaps and way forward with respect to SDGs monitoring at national level (e.g., statistical divisions and working groups inline ministries, NITI, ILO, RCO, other UN agencies) • Manage and maintain UNICEF SDG dashboard (in Powe Bi) with regards to new child-related SDG data source and reports as and when made available. • Conduct multisectoral equity analysis relevant for UNICEF sectors using large scale data sources and prepare technical briefs, presentations*/infographics and factsheets as per theneed. e.g. NFHS, SRS, U- DISE, MIS, POSHAN, etc.) • Support in presentation for external meetings with GoI and note down key recommendations. • Coordinate with KM focal point and maintain data repository on UNICEF ECM portal with respect to Data Analytics • Support in updating the UNICEF Regional /Global Database with respect to key SDGs indicators • Coordinate with program sections and consolidate Evidence for Children Data action plans for ICO • Support in preparing briefs and concept note leveraging frontier technology for achieving outcomes for children (Technology, Big Data, AI) • Any other tasks as deemed appropriate by the Statistics & Monitoring Specialist based on interest and need. Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers programme mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the following suggested activities: • Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant • UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day); • Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country; • Provide annual and end of assignment self-reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities. • Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.; • Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers; • Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible. Results/expected outputs: • As an active UNICEF team member, efficient, timely, responsive, client-friendly and high-quality support rendered to UNICEF and its beneficiaries in the accomplishment of her/his functions, including: For the Data Pillar, the expected results from the NUNV are: o Quality and dissemination of evidence, supported by the Data Analytics Pillar, is improved; evidence is more relevant, accessible, evidence products are more engaging and appealing o Internal knowledge sharing and capacity around evidence generation, supported by the Data Analytics Pillar, is improved; webinars/seminars, training sessions, resources are accessible, engaging and useful o External knowledge sharing and partnership building around evidence, supported by the Data Analytics Pillar, is improved o Knowledge of the key development and evidence issues related to children in India o Improved design and knowledge management skills, through learning by doing o Strong knowledge of the policies, processes, guidelines and norms that guide evidence generation at UNICEF globally and specifically at UNICEF India o Strong understanding of how evidence can be used for advocacy and to influence decision-making, for the well-being of children and their families o Building a network internally with UNICEF India programme staff, as well as externally, with organizations/institutions in India (and internationally). • Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated and documented in all activities throughout the assignment • A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for peace and development during the assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in and capacities developed. Relevant experience 3 years Languages English, Level: Fluent, Required Hindi, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable Required education level Master's degree in Social Sciences, Economics, Public Health, Population Studies, Data Science, Statistics, Social Work or related subjects. Skills and experience • Minimum of 3 years’ relevant work experience, progressively responsible at national and/or international levels in evidence generation activities and data analysis. • Demonstrated experience in statistical analysis and visualization of datasets for policy advocacy, using software such as Stata, R, Python, Power Bi or Tableau. • Highly organized, self-motivated, and dedicated individual, who hold him/herself to a high standard, and who works extremely well with others, especially people who may not have an in-depth understanding of data. • Highly organized, self-motivated and dedicated individual, who hold him/herself to a high standard • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including academia, implementing partners and government • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel; • Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines; • Fluency in English (verbal and written). For information specific to your assignment, please see below: • Monthly Voluntary Living Allowance (VLA): INR 64,961.50 • Entry lump sum (one-time payment): USD 400 (equivalent in INR) • Relocation costs: $200 at beginning and end of assignment if duty station is outside of commuting distance (as determined by UNV) • Exit allowance (paid on successful completion of the assignment): INR 5,413.46 for each month served, paid on completion of contract • Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for health, life and malicious acts • Annual leave: 2.5 days per month • Learning: Access to UNV's learning and career development resources For more information on entitlements, please read the Conditions of Service (https://explore.unv.org/cos).
**Deadline to apply is 16 September 2025** Context In recent years, UNICEF’s work to support the unique needs of young people has gained momentum, as the challenges facing them have come more sharply into view. UNICEF is committed to deliver for all children and adolescents through its overall impact goal of ‘realizing the rights of every child, especially the most disadvantaged. Building on the current work with, and for, adolescents, in line with the United Nations Youth Strategy, UNICEF is developing a new global partnership, Generation Unlimited (GenU), which is dedicated to expanding opportunity for young people from ages 10 to 24 years. Maximising the potential of the United Nations system, Governments, Civil Society Organizations and the private sector, and of young people themselves, GenU is focused on finding new ways to ensure that every young person is in school, undergoing formal or informal learning or training, or is employed by 2030. The focus will be on reaching those in the greatest danger of being left behind: including girls, the poor, young people with disabilities or on the move, or affected by conflict and natural disasters. The India version of GenU has been named YuWaah! It signifies catalytic partnerships to unleash the potential of adolescents and young people. YuWaah has been designed to allow co-creation of solutions that are relevant and scalable for ensuring that young people in India have opportunity and choices for learning; have avenues and spaces for functional and vocational training, and can choose between employment and entrepreneurship which are accessible locally. The Communications, Marketing and Advocacy team of YuWaah plays a pivotal role in supporting YuWaah's advocacy and policy dialogue with national counterparts, positioning YuWaah’s agenda within the national context. By effectively communicating the progress and impact of various interventions, the Communications team strengthens relationships with public-private-youth-media stakeholders. The team’s strategic and innovative thinking enhances the impact and effectiveness of YuWaah's interventions, driving progress towards our collective goals. Task description Under the overall guidance of the Chief of GenU, Youth Development Partnerships and secondary supervision of Communciations Specialist of YuWaah Secretariat, the national UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: • Lead in developing, executing, and managing the YuWaah Digital Communications Strategy, in order to meet the goals outlined in the larger YuWaah Communications Strategy • Support content development for YuWaah’s digital media channels, website, as well as the mailing list • Provide relevant digital support across teams, including hosting digital sessions and managing the live streams across Facebook or YouTube • Execute YuWaah’s PR strategy including coordination with journalists and internal stakeholders, developing key messages and media facing assets such as press releases and OpEDs • Play an active role in organising convenings • Any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor. Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers programme mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. Results/expected outputs: As an active team member, efficient, timely, responsive, client-friendly and high-quality support rendered to UNICEF and the YuWaah Secretariat in the accomplishment of her/his functions, including: • Support building a solid social media presence for YuWaah • Support preparation of media collaterals, social media creatives, shooting videos etc. • Work closely with the country and state offices teams and national counterparts to ensure YuWaah aspects are well internalized and applied • Support in monitoring progress and preparing monthly reports for YuWaah Communications. Relevant experience 2 years Languages English, Level: Fluent, Required Hindi, Level: Fluent, Required Required education level Bachelor's degree in Integrated Marketing Communications, Digital marketing, content marketing, brand marketing, PR, content strategy and development, growth marketing, performance marketing. Skills and experience • Two years in marketing and/or communications • Developing country work and/or field experience an asset • Proven ability to conceptualize, graphic design, plan, develop, implement, monitor evaluate and report on the areas indicated above, and to transfer knowledge and skills. • Ability to develop partnerships and to network in the areas of marketing and communications • Knowledge of the latest trends, tools, and formats • Analytical, negotiating, communication and advocacy skills, excellent writing skills. Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills; • Accuracy and creativity in content production and editing; • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development; • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel; • Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines.
**Deadline to apply is 15 September 2025** Mission and objectives The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations. Context UNICEF India has launched the UReport platform to amplify the voices of citizens to create positive change in their communities. U-Report is a mobile phone-based technology that provides a forum of opinion and information sharing for children, adolescents and adults. Using a crowdsourcing approach to initiate a virtual dialogue with the members (‘UReporters’) the ultimate aim of the program is to stimulate citizen-led and adolescent/youth-led development. Once the information is collected the data is instantly analyzed. The information is subsequently utilized in advocacy work across all media channels, many UNICEF programs and through partner engagement. UReporters will be engaged via social media and will be asked via weekly polls, quizzes, challenges, to share their ideas, opinions and feedback about issues that matter most to them. U-Report has evolved into a powerful source of information to improve service delivery and increase youth engagement in policy dialogues with about 3,000,000 U-Reporters in India (https://india.ureport.in ). The UReport platform is present in over 30 other countries around the world with more than 37 million U-Reporters globally. (http://ureport.in) U-Reporters are recruited through partnerships with youth organizations and other civil society organizations. A U-Report Steering Committee / Working group comprising of UNICEF programme teams, government partners, youth organizations and young people will be responsible for planning and supervising the scale up of the UReport platform in India. Task description UNICEF India is keen to work with an enthusiastic, hardworking and determined UN Volunteer to increase the reach and engagement of UReport in India. Under the direct supervision of the Technology for Specialist (T4D Specialist), the national UNV will undertake the following tasks to support the U-Report programme implementation: 1. Use U-Report data for action: a) Analyze and compile U-Report data into clear, concise reports for use by UNICEF programmes, key government and development partners, CSOs and media. b) Perform a pivotal role in identifying U-Reporter stories for media publications and avail them to the requesting partners for use. c) Conceptualize infographics, flash presentations or other information outputs and work with the design team to develop these. d) Provide UReport dashboards and training to UNICEF programmes and partners, as well as informing them of key findings from their States / districts, to allow them to react directly to their constituents’ needs. e) Manage partner dashboards, as required, and update these frequently with evolving keywords. 2. Programme management: Organise, schedule, optimize and update the U-Report Poll calendar Review and verify U-Reporters recruited by partners to ensure their details are correctly captured by the system and allocated to their corresponding groups. 3. Design and implement the M&E strategy for U-Report India: Adapt the global U-Report M&E framework for India, design tools to collect and analyze data for M&E and create reports showing progress on indicators for the U-Report Steering committee and for internal circulation. 4. Maintain the U-Report India website: Work with the development team to ensure that the website is always up to date, the polls are updated and are showing correct data, region and UReporter representation on the website is accurate, etc. and make technical recommendations to improve website functionalities. Languages English, Level: Fluent, Required Hindi, Level: Fluent, Desirable Required education level Bachelor's degree in Informational Technology, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Economics, Economics, or a related field. Skills and experience • Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience in a position that required practical data analysis and the creation of management reports, preferably but not limited to development sectors • Experience creating and using online dashboards for data analysis • Expert level experience of using Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Tableau, Power BI, Infogram, R or Python is a plus • Hands-on technical skills required to create digital content, such as data presentations, reports, infographics, etc. • Understanding of data ecosystems – big data, data warehousing, machine learning, data sciences, etc. including knowledge of technology for development (T4D) programs • Proven ability to present and communicate new data driven projects and outcomes to a varied audience • Good understanding of development issues, world affairs and current events • Ability to learn and adapt to using new digital platforms and tools • Strong communication skills and the aptitude to handle advanced data integrity tests • Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills; • Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing; • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development; • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel; • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervisor; ability to work with tight deadlines;