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Background

UNDP works in about 170 countries and territories, helping to eradicate poverty, reduce inequalities and exclusion, and build resilience so countries can sustain progress. As the UN’s development agency, UNDP plays a critical role in helping countries achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. 

The Istanbul International Center for Private Sector in Development (ICPSD) is the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) global organization mandated to leverage the role of the private sector in development. The ICPSD was established in Istanbul, Türkiye based on the Partnership Framework Agreement signed between the Government of the Republic of Türkiye and the United Nations Development Program in March 2011. The center is one of the six global thematic policy centers of UNDP, supports the private sector and foundations to become transformative partners in development through research, advocacy, facilitation of public-private dialogue and brokering partnerships. ICPSD leads UNDP’s global work on private sector and foundations and supports UNDP’s offices all around the world.   

The ICPSD SDG AI Lab is a joint initiative of UNDP BPPS (Bureau for Policy and Programme Support) team, and it is hosted under UNDP ICPSD. The SDG AI Lab provides research, development, and advisory support through innovative digital solutions in harnessing the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for sustainable development. The Lab aims to strengthen the UNDP’s internal and its partners’ capacities for the increasing demand for digital transformation.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the guidance of and reporting directly to the Technical Specialist, the Programme Analyst will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following key functions: 

Research activities

  • Conduct research and support preparation of high-quality policy and programme guidance material for fields such as innovative financing mechanisms, impact investing ecosystem and inclusive business models.
  • Analyze and synthesize proposals on the areas for support and interventions within these thematic areas.
  • Conduct the necessary internal procedures related to editing, design, clearance of documents and advocacy materials.
  • Contribute to the facilitation of partnerships and regularly cover industry related stories and their development impact through briefs and blogposts.

Partnerships and Outreach support

  • Analyze and research information on donors, prepare briefs and concept notes on possible areas of cooperation, identify opportunities for initiation of new projects.
  • Create linkages with stakeholders for enhancing the impact of advocacy activities.
  • Support communication, advocacy, and outreach activities for their implementation in line with the respective guidelines of UNDP.

Administrative support 

  • Assist with procurement of goods and services as needed.
  • Conduct market research and gather quotations for basic goods and services.
  • Prepare payment documents for LTA, vendors, and consultants.
  • Perform activities in compliance with UN/UNDP rules and policies.

Facilitate knowledge building and management

  • Provide sound contributions to knowledge networks, communities of practice, and digital knowledge platforms. 
  • Organize training for projects staff on programme related matters in assigned programme areas.

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

 Institutional Arrangement

The Programme Analyst will work under the direct supervision of the ICPSD Technical Specialist and will be in close collaboration with the other ICPSD and Project Management Support Team members. 

Competencies

Core Competencies

  • Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline
  • Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements 
  • Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
  • Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible 
  • Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident
  • Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
  • Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination

Cross-Functional & Technical Competencies

Business Management        

  • Working with Evidence and Data            
    • Ability to inspect, cleanse, transform and model data with the goal of discovering useful information, informing conclusions and supporting decision-making
  • Partnership Management
    • Build and maintain partnerships with wide networks of stakeholders, Governments, civil society and private sector partners, experts and others in line with UNDP strategy and policies
  • Communication
    • Communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience. 
    • Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels.
  • Project Management   
    • Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and control resources, procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals

Digital  

  • Artificial intelligence thought leadership            
    • Deep understanding of current and emerging trends in AI, along with their social, ethical, and economic implications, including data privacy and human rights. 
    • Ability to engage with industry experts, government representatives, and academics to stay updated on latest trends and to form partnerships. 
    • Strong skills in conducting and interpreting research to support thought leadership initiatives, including white papers, policy briefs, or case studies. Understanding of global trends and cultural nuances, as they relate to the field of AI. 
    • Familiarity with international laws and standards regarding technology, particularly in a multi-stakeholder environment like the UN 

Communications           

  • Writing and editing         
    • Ability to create and/or edit written content in different UN languages. 

Business Development

  • Knowledge Generation 
    • Ability to research information and to turn it into useful knowledge, relevant for context, or responsive to a stated need. 
    • Ability to apply existing concepts to new situations, and to develop new concepts to generate workable solutions and new approaches. 
    • Knowledge of relevant concepts, conceptual models, and theories that can be useful in addressing new situations.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

  • Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Social Sciences, Public Administration or related areas is required, OR
  • A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s degree) in the above-mentioned field of study, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.  

Experience:

  • Applicants with Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field of study are not required to have professional work experience.
  • Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) are required to have a minimum of two (2) years of qualifying experience in providing research/project/programme/ support.

Desired additional skills and competencies

  • Knowledge on digital ecosystems, data collection, connectivity and the digital divide, facilitation of digital innovation.
  • Strong prompt engineering skills using GPT, Gemini, and other generative AI models.
  • Experience in conducting research studies, policy briefs, or knowledge products related to digital transformation, private sectors role in development, entrepreneurship, workforce development, private sector engagement, or capacity building.
  • Experience in supporting initiatives on entrepreneurship/ workforce development, start-ups, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), or innovation hubs, preferably those aimed at empowering underserved communities or youth entrepreneurs.
  • Prior work experience at or familiarity with the work of UNDP and/or other UN entities.
  • Experience in supporting non-technical AI training content development.

Required Languages

  • Fluency in English and Turkish is required.

Equal opportunity

As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for the role, without discrimination. 

UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit from career opportunities that are open to all.

Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority

UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation, discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore, undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards and principles. 

Right to select multiple candidates

UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement.  We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.

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