Inclusive Growth Associate Officer

Volunteering Communications & PR

Overview

Support project implementation focusing on inclusive growth and SDG financing.

You have:

• Demonstrated interest in socio-economic development, private sector development, financing, digital transformation, project management, communication and partnership management.
• Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture.
• Prior experience with project management, social media, and/or communication.

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.

Over the past two decades, Cambodia has realized striking rates of economic growth before the COVID-19 pandemic (of around 7% per year), accompanied by a persistent decline in poverty levels and improvements in human development. As such, growth has been exceptionally inclusive, with initially rising levels of income inequality falling back in recent years. Yet as poverty has fallen, vulnerability has risen, and a large proportion of the population is now living just above the poverty line. Going forward, a series of pressures stemming from Cambodia’s progression as a Middle-Income County (MIC), will also place stress on its development model and give rise to new economic and social challenges.

UNDP is supporting the Royal Government of Cambodia to deal with the uncertainties associated with the triple planetary crisis, by strengthening socio-economic resilience and social protection, fostering climate resilience and access to clean and affordable energy in isolated areas, and promoting circular economy. The Country Office is also supporting the country to prepare for LDC graduation, including through technical support for fiscal space expansion and alternative financing for SDGs. There is a need to support the diversification of economic growth and tune the development model to ensure more inclusive, resilient and green development, but also to strengthen and expand development finance to achieve the Cambodian Sustainable Development Goals.

Under the direct supervision of the Assistant Resident Representative (ARR) - Inclusive Growth, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

1. Support effective and timely project implementation under the inclusive growth portfolio, particularly in the areas of digital economy, private sector development and SDG financing.

- Support the project team in developing strategies implementation plan and roadmaps for the project and ensure that project activities are fully aligned with the project objectives and the targets; - Support the Assistant Resident Representative, and the Project Manager in preparation of quarterly and annual work plans for project activities and preparation of project board meetings; - Contribute to the preparation of Concept Notes, and Terms of Reference (TOR), for project activities and workshops; - Support preparation of project-related meetings including project board meetings; - Contribute to the monitoring of project implementation.

2. Support the strategic planning, monitoring and reporting of the inclusive growth portfolio.

- Support the ARR and Inclusive Growth team in the portfolio horizon scanning process including conducting mini-research on socio-economic, political signals and trends that have implications on the portfolio implementation; facilitation of internal meetings; and compilation of the signals and trends with inputs from the inclusive growth team. - Support the ARR portfolio management process in the annual planning, monitoring and reporting process. The tasks involve consolidation of inputs for the annual work plan and preparing quarterly updates and annual reports in coordination with the inclusive growth team. - Support the ARR and coordinate with the inclusive growth team in providing input to the planning and reporting process of the UNDP Country Programme Document (CPD) 2024-28 and annual joint work plan of the UN Sustainable Development Framework (UNSDCF) 2024-28. - Prepare briefing/ background notes for the country office management prior to important external meetings.

3. Support communication activities of the Inclusive Growth portfolio

- Maintain and update the Inclusive growth communication plan. - Prepare project briefs, portfolio briefs, thematic briefs, social media posts and other communication materials as needed with the support of the Communications Unit and Inclusive Growth team. - Compile Scout media coverage of UNDP’s work in inclusive growth portfolio.

• Accountability
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Client Orientation
• Commitment and Motivation
• Commitment to Continuous Learning
• Communication
• Creativity
• Ethics and Values
• Knowledge Sharing
• Planning and Organizing
• Respect for Diversity
• Technological Awareness
• Working in Teams

or demonstrated interest in socio-economic development, private sector development, financing, digital transformation, project management, communication and partnership management; • Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded; • Prior experience with project management, social media, and/or communication is an asset.

Cambodia is located in Southeast Asia, between Thailand to the west and Vietnam to the east. The climate of Cambodia is tropical, monsoonal and is characterized by heat and humidity. The rainy season lasts from May to October and the hot, dry season from November until April. Phnom Penh is the capital of Cambodia and is the most populated city in the country. Khmer is the official language and the main religion in Cambodia is Buddhism. The Riel is the official currency, however, both US Dollars and Riel are widely used and in cities, there is good access to banking and ATMs. The cost of living in Cambodia is relatively low, compared to many other capitals in Southeast Asia.

House hunting is not difficult in Phnom Penh. Housing is widely available in various sizes and at various price points and Wi-Fi coverage is some of the best in Southeast Asia. Houses and apartments are available to suit most budgets and preferences. The usual means of locating suitable accommodation is through estate agents/realtors. International UN Volunteers are required to follow the UN residential security requirements as per the local MORSS when choosing their accommodation. Food and shopping centers are readily accessible.

There are few taxi operators in Phnom Penh, so for daily transportation the cheapest, fastest and most frequent mode of travel is by a tuk-tuk (a motor-powered rickshaw). Some UN volunteers chose to purchase their own mode of transportation, be it a car, a motorbike or a pushbike. They are strictly recommended by UN security to wear seatbelts in cars and helmets when traveling on motorbikes, tuk-tuk or bicycling.

In terms of health, common diseases in Cambodia are those which exist in other tropical countries like diarrhea, malaria, dengue and HIV/AIDS. Most of the serious cases have been reported contracted in hilly, rural and densely forested areas. City dwellers like in Phnom Penh can also be at risk due to poor disposal of waste. Generally, in cities, people use purified water for drinking and cooking. The recommended vaccinations are those against typhoid, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Tuberculosis and Japanese Encephalitis.

While medical facilities in Cambodia are sufficient for the treatment of most routine ailments and minor accidents, illnesses and accidents of a more serious nature require medical evacuation, usually to Bangkok or Singapore. While access to health care can be limited, in Phnom Penh hospitals and medical clinics are available with contact information available through the UN system in Cambodia.

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