Research Asisstant
Organization: UNDP India
Location: Jammu
Industry: International Development Agency
Description:
UNDP proposes to engage a Research Assistant to support SDGCC Jammu and Kashmir leading the activities related to Research and Documentation of the center. S/He will have multi-sectoral experience and possess programme management, partnership development, and coordination skills to manage the UNDP proposes to engage Research Associate to support SDGCC Jammu and Kashmir in research and aid the team in knowledge management. The Research Assistant will provide overall policy research support, preparation of background notes, coordinate with stakeholders and support organization of knowledge events and trainings. S/He will ensure engagement of all direct stakeholders and delivery of project objectives, in coordination with the Government of Jammu and Kashmir.
Provide technical assistance in implementation of SDGCC activities
Support in computation of district level SDG index for the UT, and report generation in coordination with advisors and specialists
Responsible for coordinating with the various departments, SDG wise, to help them collect data with focus on sex disaggregated and gender sensitive data and use the same for effective monitoring of progress on SDGs
Help identify different sources of Data portals and data collection mechanisms related to Departments, schemes, districts, cooperatives etc. and adapt them for the SDG Dashboard
Identify qualitative and quantitative data sources and set up mechanisms for timely and quality data reporting as well as capturing lessons learnt · Generate high quality monitoring reports using data analytics, at agreed intervals, including on specific themes that help review progress and programme strategy
Develop capacity of line departments for more responsive and accountable governance, through IT based tools
Assist in the organization of training programmes / workshops/webinars including coordination with the resource persons/participants, drafting of the proceedings etc.
Maintain regular contact with related institutions and network of researchers/experts and coordinate with the local partners for implementation of various projects on the field
Support in preparation of research training materials, tools for the SDGCC in different thematic areas and drafting of concept notes / presentation/briefs/ reports, as required
Compile and share relevant information and data of various interventions with managers of the designated portals
Perform any other tasks assigned from time to time by the supervisor
Qualification:
High School Education Or Bachelor’s in business administration (MBA)/Social Work (MSW), or any other related social sciences discipline would be given due consideration.
At least 5 years’ experience in research and analysis, data analysis, article preparation and financial management, operations, procurement, monitoring, business outreach, administration with high school or 2 years with Bachelor’s degree.
Promotes and enforces ethics and integrity and creates precedence in good practice
Demonstrates corporate knowledge and sound judgment
Self-development, ability to take initiative, adopt a corporate approach to complex situations
Creates and promotes an enabling environment for open communication.
Ability to organize and perform a variety of specialized tasks simultaneously related to Results Management, including administrative support to design, planning and implementation of program, managing data, reporting
Pro-actively follow up with others to advance tasks
Time management for tasks’ deadline
Strong IT skills, knowledge of office software packages
Ability to perform a variety of standard specialized and nonspecialized tasks and work processes that are fully documented, researched, recorded, and reported
Ability to review a variety of data, identify and resolve operational problems
Interacting with others in a professional and respectful manner
Pro-active, taking initiative and creatively providing solutions to problems
Completing tasks efficiently and with minimum supervisory follow up.
Fluency in written and oral English language is a must. Knowledge of Hindi and Kashmiri is highly desirable.
Application Instructions:
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Disclaimer:
Only candidates with the required experience should apply, accompanied by a relevant cover letter.
The postings provided here are solely intended for informational purposes. Please do cross-verify the details before applying.
