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UNDP has been working in India since 1951 in almost all areas of human development. Together with the Government of India and development partners, we have worked towards eradicating poverty, reducing inequalities, strengthening local governance, enhancing community resilience, protecting the environment supporting policy initiatives and institutional reforms, and accelerating sustainable development for all.
With projects and programmes in every state and union territory in India, UNDP works with national and subnational government, and diverse development actors to deliver people-centric results, particularly for the most vulnerable and marginalized communities. As the integrator for collective action on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) within the UN system, we are committed to supporting the Government of India’s national development vision and priorities and accelerating the achievement of the SDGs for the people and the planet.
UNDP India’s new Country Programme (2023-2027) builds on our prior work and aims to provide an integrated approach to development solutions in three strategic portfolios:
Strong, accountable and evidence-led institutions for accelerated achievement of the SDGs. Enhanced economic opportunities and social protection to reduce inequality, with a focus on themarginalized.
Climate-smart solutions, sustainable ecosystems and resilient development for reduced vulnerability.South-South cooperation, gender equality and social inclusion are promoted across the pillars. The programme is supported by a framework of renewed partnerships and blended finance solutions, strategic innovation and accelerator labs, and data and digital architecture.
You are invited to join a team of future-smart development professionals to support India in achieving the national and globally agreed goals. As part of the UNDP team, your focus will be to work with diverse stakeholders to find country-specific solutions that lead to sustainable development and reach those furthest behind first.
Project Background:
The Policy Unit leads UNDP India’s research and advocacy on Global Goals and the national development agenda, with a special focus on environment and climate change, skill development, inclusive growth and strengthening systems for SDG localization.
Duties and Responsibilities
1.Research and Analysis:
Conduct literature reviews to summarize key insights on economic and social development issues. Provide support in the team’s research and analytical tasks including literature reviews and data analysis, as required. Support the development of evidence notes and presentations, ensuring data-driven insights and analysis, on themes related to CPD priorities.2.Data Validation and Quality Assurance:
Verifying the accuracy and credibility of references, sources, and citations used in documents. Cross-checking quantitative and qualitative data to ensure consistency with primary sources, databases, and government statistics. Maintain records and keep track of research findings, data checks, and sources for clarity and accuracy.3. Coordination and Communication Support
Take meeting notes, summarize key discussions, action points, and support follow-ups for effective communication. Support additional tasks assigned, such as preparing presentation materials, drafting executive summaries, or refining report visuals, to enhance the overall quality of the final deliverables. CompetenciesMentorship:
Each intern will be paired with a dedicated mentor from their respective team. The mentor will provide professional guidance, help the intern navigate the work environment, offer feedback, and support their overall learning and growth during the internship period.Learning Opportunities:
Interns will be exposed to a variety of learning experiences related to UNDP’s work. These may include participating in team discussions, attending internal briefings or knowledge-sharing sessions, and accessing online resources. Topics may cover areas such as development programs, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and professional skills relevant to working in a multilateral development environment.
The internship will equip interns with transferable skills valuable across development, policy, and analytical career paths
1. Strengthening Research and Analytical Skills through hands-on experience in conducting literature reviews, synthesizing complex information, and supporting data-driven analysis related to real-world economic and social development issues.
2. Improving Data Literacy and Attention to Detail
3. Enhancing skills in Written and visual Communication and Professional Coordination in a high paced work environment
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