Reporting and Engagement Officer

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.

UNDP is the leading United Nations organization fighting to end the injustice of poverty, inequality, and climate change. Working with our broad network of experts and partners in 170 countries, we help nations to build integrated, lasting solutions for people and the planet. Since 1972, UNDP and its partners have helped Bangladesh make critical advances in the areas of governance, poverty reduction, climate change, environment, and disaster resilience. UNDP Bangladesh is looking for young talent with passion to contribute to their ongoing programmes and projects of their climate portfolio.

The incumbent talent will have the opportunity to contribute to strengthening synergies and collaborations between UNDP’s existing and upcoming climate related programmes and key stakeholders such as government, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), private sector organizations, think tanks etc. and influence Bangladesh’s climate resilience process. The incumbent will also support the climate portfolio team in promoting thought leadership of UNDP Bangladesh in climate, environment, and development domains.

This is an excellent opportunity for young people to contribute to the UNDP’s work on climate, environment, governance and learn from the diverse team to grow as professionals within the development sector.

The incumbent position will work under the supervision of the Climate Change Specialist of UNDP Bangladesh and work closely with the climate portfolio team including Global Sida Programme, Climate Finance Network and Climate Finance Governance of UNDP Bangladesh Country Office to perform the following activities:-

a) Research and Knowledge Management:  Assist in conducting research on the emerging climate, environment, innovative climate finance instruments, climate governance and pressing development is-sues.  Assist the team in conducting literature reviews, data collection, data visualization, technical writing, and synthesizing research into reports as required.  Drafting think pieces, concept notes, briefing notes and proceedings.  Support the development of a service offer by conducting stock-taking exercises to map best practices by development organizations for strengthening synergies and integrations within and beyond UNDP.  Contribute to knowledge management by preparing briefing notes, meeting documentation, talking points, proposals and presentations to help advance the ongoing and upcoming initiatives.  Assist climate portfolio team in documenting results and process  Plan and design webinars, online workshops and knowledge sharing sessions on a regular basis and that project results are showcased.  Support the results and learning agenda at the country and regional level.  Engage with government and prepare monthly climate brief for policy makers and UNDP teams.

b) Coordination and Collaboration:  Support in exploring opportunities for collaboration and coordination with relevant academic institutions, think tanks, CSOs, government, private sector, and development partners.  Support in maintaining communication and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

c) Event Management:  Assist in organizing the internal and external events (i.e. dialogues, workshops, seminars, learning sessions, conferences, webinars, brown bag sessions etc.)  Prepare Action Plans, session plans and concept note required for the pro-gramme and project support  Assist in monitoring the progress of the initiatives

d) Communications and Reporting:  Support in implementing programme and project communications strategy.  Support in developing outreach contents (i.e. briefs, flyers, comms pieces etc.)  Assist in developing the progress reports and result oriented report  Support the results and learning agenda at the country, regional level and global  Preparing process documentation reports on ongoing and completed pro-jects/programmes

In addition to the specified tasks, the incumbent position would perform other need-based tasks assigned by the supervisor.

• Accountability • Adaptability and Flexibility • Building Trust • Client Orientation • Commitment and Motivation • Commitment to Continuous Learning • Communication • Ethics and Values • Integrity • Planning and Organizing • Professionalism • Respect for Diversity • Working in Teams

 Climate change, environment, and governance.

 Proven ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams.  Proven ability to work in both team settings and independently to carry out required assignments  Verifiable knowledge in climate and environment related fields  Experience of engaging with academic institutions, think tanks, civil society organiza-tions, private sector, government and development partner  Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders  Strong communications (reading, writing, speaking and listening) skills in Bangla and English  Strong documentation (drafting and reporting) skills  Strong coordination and collaboration skills  Strong strive for bringing innovative ideas and practices.

Dhaka is in central Bangladesh along the Buriganga River. Not only is it the capital city, but it is also the largest in the country. It is the centre of political, cultural, and economic life in Bangladesh. The official language is Bengali, while English is the working language of UN Agencies. In recent decades, Dhaka has seen the modernization of services, communications, and public works. The city is attracting large foreign investments and greater volumes of commerce and trade. It is also experiencing an increasing influx of people from across the nation; this has reportedly made Dhaka one of the fastest-growing cities in the world. Good English-speaking medical, dental services, and educational centres are available for internationals. Dhaka is connected to other cities by rail, road, and by air and internationals can move easily from one city to another.

Dhaka has venerable green spaces, including many gardens and parks, historical places, and nice restaurants. The weather is tropical - hot and very humid during the summer monsoon season (April-September) and drier and cooler in the winter (October-March).

Historically, Bangladesh has been a safe country for internationals so far. While Dhaka is not categorized as a hardship station, the volunteer should be prepared for limitations in freedom of movement on foot, by public transport, and to certain locations.