Economic Growth Associate

Contract

This is a UNV International Youth contract. This kind of contract is known as International UN Volunteer. It is normally internationally recruited only. More about UNV International Youth contracts.

The United Nations Development advocates for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. At country level, the development agenda is informed by the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) 2021 - 2025, a five-year programme that is designed collaboratively by the UN system, the Government of Eswatini, private sector and civil society organizations, academia, development partners and non-governmental organisations. The process of design was all inclusive, transparent and participatory in nature, thereby enabling all views to be incorporated into the final five-year cooperation framework. The framework also includes implementing the new global development agenda of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Four key outcome areas were reached and agreed upon jointly with the Government and key national stakeholders for support during the 5 years cycle. These outcome areas are: (1) Promoting Sustainable and Inclusive Economic Growth, (2) Investing in Human Resources and Social Development, (3) Accountable Governance, Justice and Human Rights and (4) Strengthening Natural Resource Management Climate Resilience and Environmental Sustainability. The outcome areas were operationalised through the formulation of Joint Work Plans (JWPs) covering the period 2021 – 2022. These were developed in November 2020 and are currently being reviewed for re-prioritization of activities for 2022. The approach transforms UN programming from agency-based programming towards more coherent joint programming approaches across the UN agencies.

Under the direct supervision of Team Leader and Strategic Planner, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

• Support evidence-based analysis to establish the trends of sustainable development, challenges, and opportunities in Eswatini; • Support with UN internal and external engagements aimed at providing advice on innovative economic and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) policies to accelerate progress on the 2030 Agenda; • Support in the preparation of programmes aimed at accelerating the achievement of SDGs; • Support in planning and managing SDG related events; • Support with sustainable development advocacy and communication activities; • Support knowledge management on SDG related issues and promote learning within the relevant networks; • Support with the maintenance of existing and build new partnerships with Government, development partners and other stakeholders that collaborate with the UN in the implementation and achievement of the 2030 Agenda; • Keep abreast of Eswatini’s socio-economic trends and support with identify their implications for UN’s development cooperation; and • Support with any other duties as may be assigned.

Accountability; Adaptability and Flexibility; Commitment and Motivation; Communication; Creativity; Integrity; Planning and Organizing; Professionalism; Working in Teams

• Demonstrated interest and/or experience in writing and presentation; • Demonstrated analytical skills and application of techniques (e.g. econometric tools, Microsoft, statistical analysis);

Mbabane is a small sized city with a population of approximately 100,000 people. It has reasonable shopping facilities for the size and economy of the country. Entertainment facilities though limited are available around Mbabane, Ezulwini and Manzini. Housing options are limited but most UNVs have been able to find suitable accommodation within a short period of the arrival.