Documentation Support Officer

Contract

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The Government of India has accorded high priority and adopted multifaceted development strategies to promote socio-economic growth of Scheduled Tribes (STs) constituting 8.6% of the India’s total population as their human development indicators with regards to health, education, gender and other indices are well below the national average.

The Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) is the nodal Ministry for overall policy, planning and coordination of programmes for development of Scheduled Tribes (STs). To this end, Ministry of Tribal Affairs has undertaken activities that follow from the subjects allocated under the Government of India (Allocation of Business) Rules, 1961. and amendment(s) thereafter. Several schemes and programmes are being implemented such as Special Central Assistance to Tribal Sub Schemes (SCA to TSP); Grant under Article 275(1) of the Constitution of India; Post-Matric Scholarship for ST Students; Development of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups etc. for development of the Scheduled Tribes. Ministry of Tribal Affairs is adopting various innovative strategies and implementing development solutions to address the multiple deprivations being faced by the tribal communities.

UNDP as part of its inclusive development agenda is working with the Ministry of Tribal Affairs for implementation of the project titled ‘‘Enhancing effectiveness of tribal development programmes in India’ to strengthen monitoring and implementation of schemes/programmes designed for tribal development, promoting e-governance for brining development and operational effectiveness; and for demonstration of innovative, scalable, integrated development solutions in tribal dominated areas.

The Documentation Support Officer will work under the overall supervision and guidance of the National Project Director, MOTA-UNDP Project and in consultation with Chief Advisor, Strategic Planning and State Outreach, UNDP and will perform the following functions:

• Undertake coordination with other divisions for achieving the objectives of the scheme for tribal development • Support in collation and analysis of data and progress reports from the states and other partners pertaining to effective operation of the scheme • Support in reviewing the updation of project data on the ADIGRAM and other Portals and prepara-tion of update on periodic basis • Support the Division in preparation of power point presentation, background notes, progress re-ports, briefing points, talking points, concept note etc. • Assist in preparing regular quarterly progress reports and annual reports, as required by UNDP • Support in organizing cross learning events, capacity building workshops/consultation and prepara-tion of knowledge products, IEC materials etc. • Assist in developing communication material for MOTA and UNDP website and social media chan-nels • Coordination and facilitation in organizing Project Appraisal Committee meetings • Perform any other tasks assigned from time to time by the Supervisor

• Integrity and professionalism: demonstrated expertise in area of specialty and ability to apply good judgment; high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures in a politically sensitive environment, while exercising discretion, impartiality and neutrality; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented. • Accountability: mature and responsible; ability to operate in compliance with organizational rules and regulations. • Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment. • Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities. • Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender; • Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; ability to maintain composure and remain helpful towards the staff, but objective, without showing personal interest; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups; • Flexibility, adaptability, and ability and willingness to operate independently in austere, remote and potentially hazardous environments for protracted periods, involving physical hardship and little comfort, and including possible extensive travel within the area of operations; willingness to transfer to other duty stations within area of operations as may be necessary; • Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards the UN core values.

the development/social sector. Experience of working in the rural and/or tribal development will be an added advantage. • Good understanding of the government schemes and polices for tribal and rural development • Experience in preparation of documents, presentation etc.

New Delhi and the surrounding National Capital Region is a large and bustling metropolis of some 14 million people undergoing rapid changes. The capital city is an administrative, cultural and commercial center with modern amenities and well connected by air. It is a safe place with large expatriate community drawn from embassies, UN agencies, MNCs and foreign businesses. It has short moderate winter and long hot summer.

UN Volunteer entitlements and allowances: The purpose of the allowances and entitlements paid to the UN Volunteer is to enable UN Volunteers to sustain a secure standard of living at the duty stations in line with United Nations standards without incurring personal costs. For more information on entitlements please read the Conditions of Service (https://explore.unv.org/cos).

For information specific to your assignment please see below: o Monthly Voluntary Living Allowance (VLA): INR 47,719.16 o Entry lump sum (one-time payment): USD 400 (equivalent in INR) o Travel ticket when moving to duty station: USD 200 (equivalent in INR) o Exit allowance: 1 VLA/12 Months o Medical and life insurance Cigna Private Insurance o Leave entitlements: Annual leave: 2.5 days accrued per calendar month o Certified sick leave: 30 days o Uncertified sick leave: 7 days o Learning leave: 10 working days per consecutive 12 months o Maternity leave: 16 weeks o Paternity leaves: 10 days o Access to UNV Learning Portal for Online Courses