Youth Mobiliser-Communication in Sustainable Waste Management & Social Inclusion

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.

The Plastic Waste Management (PWM) Project is designed to minimize negative impacts and risks to environment and human health in India. The aim is to enhance sustainable plastic waste management (segregation/collection/recycling) practices through a socio-technical model in line with Swachh Bharat Mission in India, while ensuring compliance with regulations and ensuring improved use of resources. The project targets institutionalization of waste pickers (safai sathis) through improved governance mechanisms, capacity building and improved social conditions. The project also targets community engagement to enhance responsible waste disposal behaviour, and cross-stakeholder engagements for improved action on plastics.

To achieve the project objective and outcomes, the project is structured in 4 components.

• Component 1 aims to develop, support, and implement an economically sustainable model (ESM) for packaging plastic waste management. • Component 2 focuses on design and implementation of Pilots in Material Recovery Facilities (Swachhta Kendras) for improved plastic waste management in administra-tive wards of selected cities. • Component 3 is directed mainly to design, sustain, and provide elements to institu-tionalize Swachhta Kendras in governance bodies and to obtain improved socio-economic conditions for waste pickers; and • Component 4 aims towards developing knowledge management, monitoring and communication mechanisms based on in-built adaptive feedback system during the project duration

Within the framework of Plastic Waste Management, Utthaan Helpline, an initiative by UNDP, shines as a beacon of support and empowerment for Safai Sathis (waste workers). With a dedicated focus on social inclusion and enumeration assistance, Utthaan Helpline addresses the diverse needs of Safai Sathis and their families. By providing essential support and guidance, it facilitates Safai Sathis' access to social security schemes in India. Serving as a vital lifeline, Utthaan Helpline connects Safai Sathis to opportunities, ensuring they can access social security schemes and benefits, transforming lives and leaving no one behind.

Under the direct supervision of the Project Manager, PWM and overall guidance of Project Manager, PWM, the National UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

• Project Familiarization: Familiarize yourself with the Circular Economy & Waste Management Project of UNDP, including its goals, objectives, target audience, and key stakeholders. • Communication Strategy Development: Develop a comprehensive communication strategy outlining the project's key messages, communication channels, and engagement methods to effectively reach the target audience. • Stakeholder Engagement: Identify and engage with relevant stakeholders, including government bodies, NGOs, businesses, and local communities. Foster partnerships and maintain regular communication to ensure project alignment and support. • Content Creation: Create engaging and informative content such as articles, blog posts, social media updates, and press releases highlighting project milestones, success stories, and best practices in circular economy and waste management. • Social Media Management: Manage official social media accounts, create and cu-rate content, respond to inquiries, and initiate discussions to raise awareness about the project and encourage public participation. • Public Awareness Campaigns: Plan and execute public awareness campaigns utilizing various media channels (print, online, radio, TV) to educate the community about the importance of circular economy principles and waste management practices. • Event Management: Organize workshops, seminars, webinars, and community events to disseminate information, gather feedback, and promote dialogue among stakeholders. Coordinate logistics, invitations, and participant engagement. • Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor the effectiveness of communication strategies, analyse engagement metrics, and prepare regular reports detailing the reach, impact, and feedback received. Use this data to refine communication approaches. • Partnership Building: Identify potential partners and sponsors to enhance the project's visibility and outreach. Collaborate with businesses, schools, and community organizations for joint initiatives that promote circular economy principles. • Documentation and Knowledge Sharing: Document project activities, achievements, and challenges. Prepare case studies, presentations, and reports for internal and external stakeholders. Facilitate knowledge sharing sessions to disseminate best practices and lessons learned.

The National UN Volunteer is expected to work closely with project managers and other team members to ensure seamless integration of communication efforts with project objectives.

• Professionalism • Integrity • Teamwork and respect for diversity • Commitment to continuous learning • Planning and organizing • Communication • Flexibility • Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement

communication and media. • Experience at the national or international level working with informal waste pickers, recycling workers, informal sector workers, social inclusion of marginal sector will be an added advantage. • Strong familiarity with current theories and issues in gender, development studies and human rights. • Experience in project implementation and coordination. • Experience in community mobilisation and implementation of outreach activities. • Demonstrated ability in working with different kind of stakeholders. • Ability to develop partnerships and to network in the areas of waste management, • 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; • Analytical, negotiating, communication and advocacy skills. • Excellent oral and written skills;
• Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines.

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.

As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. This position is based in New Delhi. National UN Volunteers are part of the malicious insurance plan. National UN Volunteers are expected to be culturally sensitive and adjust to the prevailing culture and traditions.

The contract lasts for the period indicated above with possibility of extensions subject to availability of funding, operational necessity and satisfactory performance. However, there is no expectation of renewal of the assignment.

The applicable Volunteer Living Allowance is provided monthly to cover housing, utilities and normal cost of living expenses. Life, health and permanent disability insurance are included (health insurance for up to 3 dependents - except for UN Community Volunteers), as well as final repatriation (if applicable).

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