Research, Documentation, and Knowledge Management Intern

Follow us@ngobox

About the Organization

As the lead United Nations agency on international development, UNDP works in 170 countries and territories to eradicate poverty and reduce inequality. We help countries develop policies, leadership skills, partnerships and institutional capabilities to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. Our work is centred around six core development areas, known as our signature solutions: poverty and inequality, governance, resilience, environment, energy and gender equality.

Job Description/Responsibilities

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) under its Business and Human Rights (B+HR) project aims to enable Sustainable Economic Development, through the Protect, Respect and Remedy Framework of the UN Guiding Principles (UNGPs) on Business & Human Rights (BHR). The project promotes the agenda on BHR by working with governments, businesses and civil society in the implementation of the UNGPs at the national level, through dialogue, training, research, civil society action, awareness raising and capacity building activities.

The overall objective of the project is to prevent, mitigate and address human rights abuses in business operations and enable a more level playing field for businesses that demonstrate respect for human rights. In so doing, the action aims to strengthen human rights conditions in business operations and supply chains, facilitating sustainable economic growth while also promoting multilateralism.

Job Responsibilities

Research Analysis and Programme Support:

• Conduct research to support in developing a blueprint for business and human rights (BHR)/responsible business priorities in India, vis-à-vis uptake and promotion of responsible business practices and sustainability in line with India’s national and international obligations
• Conduct supervised secondary research on specific topics in the area of sustainability, green economy, just transition and related topics of relevance to the BHR agenda;
• Provide support in writing of project related documents (concept notes, proposals, etc.), and synthesize documents and other relevant knowledge products;
• Identify key areas of intervention for engagement with Private Sector (with particular focus on MSMEs) on decent work, sustainable economic growth, human rights and environmental sustainability and reducing inequalities;
• Identify opportunities for engagement on environment and human rights due diligence tools and processes with the Private Sector in particular MSMEs, sector-wise; and
• Work closely with UN agencies working in India to implement and further responsible business framework.

Communications and Knowledge Management:

• Contribute to development of policy briefs, speeches, talking points and background/communications materials and other advocacy activities for strengthening communication and relationship with varied stakeholders on the BHR agenda.
• Support in proof reading and editing of reports, books, booklets or any other type of publications/communications material.
• Support in developing and implementing the social media strategy for the programme.
• Initiate and/or assist in submitting best practices, stories and experiences on responsible business practices for wide dissemination through multiple channels.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations, visual representations, infographics as required.
• Assist in the organization of webinars/conferences/events/forums; and
• Support the team with other relevant tasks.

Engage with Private Sector, with focus on MSMEs:

• Support in building networks for UNDP and support work with Industry Associations, national and regional (FISME, CII, FICCI etc.) on outreach, training, monitoring, reporting and evaluation as well as any other relevant processes.
• Coordinate and support capacity building efforts (including conceptualization) on responsible and sustainable business practices for private sector including roll-out and implementation including facilitating awareness on national and international policies; and
• Work closely with other UN system-wide coordination groups, industry associations and civil society actors on the agenda.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

Applicants to the UNDP internship programme must at the time of application meet one of application:

• Be enrolled in a postgraduate degree programme (such as a master’s programme or higher) in one of the following disciplines: Finance, Business & Administration or other relevant subjects.
• Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree programme (suchas Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in the above field.
• Have recently graduated with a university degree (as defined in (a) and (b) above) and, if selected, must start the internship within one year of graduation;
• Be enrolled in a postgraduate professional traineeship program and undertake theinternship as part of this program.
• Field of study: Law, International Development, Human Rights, Social Sciences or equivalent
• Has sound knowledge of Microsoft office (Office 365, SharePoint Online)
• Ability to produce high quality documents with quick turnaround time.
• Good team player and ability to adapt to change in work environment.
• Ability to work within tight deadlines and adjust accordingly as new priorities arise.
• Familiarity with use of Canva and other design and data analysis tools.
• Strong sense of collaborative work, excellent communication and interpersonal skills;

Keen attention to detail;

• Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise;
• Is willing to learn from others and take initiative; and
• Proactively works on tasks and delivers under given timelines.
• Proficiency in English is required. Working knowledge of Hindi and/or any other Indian language will be considered an asset

Mentorship:

• Each intern will be paired with a dedicated mentor from their respective team. The mentor will provide professional guidance, help the intern navigate the work environment, offer feedback, and support their overall learning and growth during the internship period.

Learning Opportunities:

• Interns will be exposed to a variety of learning experiences related to UNDP’s work. These may include participating in team discussions, attending internal briefings or knowledge-sharing sessions, and accessing online resources. Topics may cover areas such as development programs, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and professional skills relevant to working in a multilateral development environment.

For more information please check the Link

Tags Jobs in Delhi Jobs in New Delhi Jobs in Research Jobs in Knowledge Management