Policy & Partnerships Associate

Contract

This is a UNV National Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Specialist contracts.

Pulse Lab Kampala (https://www.unglobalpulse.org/lab/kampala/) is part of a network called UN Global Pulse (https://www.unglobalpulse.org) with other Labs in New York, Jakarta in Indonesia, and Helsinki in Finland. In Uganda Pulse Lab Kampala operates under the leadership of the UN Resident Coordinator. Established in 2009, UN Global Pulse (UNGP) is an initiative of the Executive Office of Secretary-General (EOSG) with a globally distributed team in the Americas, Europe, Africa and Asia. In support of the Secretary-General’s priorities, and in advancement of the UN Charter. Global Pulse serves as a cross-pillar lead and hub for experimentation and digital innovation.

UNGP works with digital innovation, strategic foresight, real-time data and artificial intelligence to further sustainable development, humanitarian and peace outcomes. UNDP's vision is ‘A world in which responsible and inclusive digital innovation serves to empower people and protect the planet’. UNDP's mission is to work at the intersection of digital innovation and science to inform, inspire and support the entire UN and those it serves, and to anticipate and respond to the challenges of today and tomorrow.

The goals of the UNGP Network are: i) to generate knowledge, capabilities and approaches that support the transformation of the United Nations into a more agile and resilient ‘next-generation’ institution; ii) to create and accelerate the development of globally accessible approaches which help communities and partners anticipate and address emerging global challenges; and iii) to advocate for the global transformation of policies, practices and culture required to maximize the impact of digital innovation, minimize its risk of harm, and ensure pathways to scale and sustainability.

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Policy Officer, the UN Volunteer, Policy & Partnership Assistant, will perform the following tasks: • Research and analyse policy documents and support in the documentation of project work • Support the identification, development and management of potential partnerships • Contribute to the preparation of accurate and timely reporting on programmes and activities that enable informed decision making and consistency of information presented to stakeholders. • Liaise with internal counterparts and functional units to ensure effective collaboration, monitor ongoing projects. • Research and analyze policy and operational issues to inform the development of in-country social protection policies, strategies, programmes, and activities.

• Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills; • Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing; • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development. • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel. • Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines; • Sound security awareness. • Have affinity with or interest in Data driven projects, Convenings, Policy frameworks , volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System.

data privacy, data protection, data or AI governance, including AI Ethics with a focus on Global South.

Experience in project management in the field of data and AI governance, policy research and drafting policy recommendations on digital development and digital transformation is desirable;

Familiarity with data governance, AI strategies, and data exchange concepts is an asset;

Working knowledge of data and AI applications for social good is desirable;

Technical expertise in the area of AI or data science or related technical fields, including data innovation for social good, is an asset;

Excellent writing, reporting, analytical and communication skills are an asset.

Experience in the use of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel etc.) and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages..

Kampala is the capital city of Uganda with good living conditions and accessibility to all social amenities.