Project Associate
Organization: UNDP
Location: Jaipur
Industry: Environment & Natural Resource
Type: Contract (1 Year)
Salary: INR 77,809 per month (taxable).
Description: NA
Responsibilities:
- The State Project Associate to be hired is for the project implementation phase. S/he will be based at Jaipur, Rajasthan and shall work under the guidance and supervision of the State Project Manager. As this is a full-time position, s/he cannot hold any other job/assignments during this assignment.
- The Project Associate shall assist the State Project Manager in implementing the activities related to the project and provide support in effective implementation.
- Formulate quarterly and annual progress reports with support from the Project Manager and ensure its timely submission.
- Provide necessary technical backstopping and research inputs for the preparation of research papers, knowledge products and related contexts.
- Support Project Management Unit (PMU) in preparing tender documents, manage vendor contracts and facilitate payments.
- Document and prepare briefs on the progress of project activities and their outcomes for PMU and UNDP. Provide help in day to day management and reporting on the activities.
- Provide support for organizing consultations with relevant stakeholders and prepare background material.
- Develop knowledge products, facilitate knowledge exchange and establish knowledge networks on issues related to climate change.
- Coordinate meetings/workshops, training and capacity building events.
Educational requirements:
- Essential Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution in environmental science/sustainable development/ Social sciences/ public policy.
- Desirable: Masters in environmental/ social Sciences
Experience requirements:
- At least 5 years of relevant post Bachelor/Masters work experience on environmental issues related to natural resource management.
- At least 2 years of project/programme management experience
Desired Skills:
- Experience of working with Central and/or State Governments/ NGOs/ Civil Society on similar assignments will be preferred.
- Familiarity with the working environment and professional standards of international organizations and national and State Governments.
- Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages, experience in handling of web based management systems is essential.
Application Instructions:
Disclaimer:
- Candidates with Requisite Experience Only apply that too with relevant cover letter.
- The openings provided here is meant for information purposes only. Please cross-verify the details before applying.
Date Posted: 2020-10-20
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