Programme Analyst – UNDP Tax for SDGs Initiative

Budget and Accounting, Environment and Natural Resources, Finance, Innovation and Knowledge Management, Programme and Project Management, Social and Inclusive Development

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB SUMMARY:

Background

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UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Office/Unit/Project Description

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the knowledge frontier organization for collective action to realize the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNDP’s policy and programme work carried out at HQ, Regional and Country Office (CO) levels, form a contiguous spectrum of deep, local knowledge to cutting-edge global perspectives and advocacy. Within this context, UNDP invests in a network of field-based and global technical expertise across a wide range of knowledge domains and in support of the signature solutions and organizational capabilities envisioned in the Strategic Plan.

The UNDP Tax for SDGs Initiative is managed by the Bureau for Policy and Programme Support (BPPS) Sustainable Finance Hub (SFH), with resource persons embedded in the SDG Finance Teams in Amman, Bangkok, Istanbul, Panama and Pretoria.

The UNDP Tax for SDGs Initiative has a particular emphasis on linking tax administration and tax and fiscal policies with the broader SDGs. Building on UNDP Country Office portfolios and already existing engagements with Ministries, UNDP will bring a stronger focus on the role of tax and fiscal policy in achieving Agenda 2030. The project places a particular focus on reducing gender and social inequalities in tax and fiscal policy as well as taking forward climate action and environmental goals, and health outcomes. Representing the views and experiences of developing countries in the global normative tax discussions is critical and to this aim, the UNDP Tax for SDGs Initiative and Tax Inspectors Without Borders Project will also work to bring evidence and perspectives from developing countries into the regional and international discussions on taxation.

Scope of Work

UNDP’s Bureau for Policy and Programme Support (BPPS) is seeking a Programme Analyst for supporting the management, coordination and the implementation of the UNDP Tax for SDGs Initiative and Tax Inspectors Without Borders Initiative with the duties and responsibilities outlined below:

1.Policy and Technical Support

Support conducting research in areas related to taxation, fiscal policies, development financing and illicit financial flows, in particular with linkages to the SDGs;
Assist in preparation of concept notes and other technical documents for implementation of different thematic areas of project;
Support the design and implementation of qualitative and quantitative evaluations to measure outputs and outcomes from the project activities;
Contribute to sector and country level technical case studies to capture results of the project.

2. Programmatic Support

Provide programme management support (coordination, implementation, monitoring, etc.) to the UNDP Tax for SDGs and TIWB initiatives, in close coordination with Regional Programme Specialists and Technical Specialists across thematic areas;
Provide support for annual workplanning and reporting processes, including supporting designing and implementation of data collection and processes for reporting of project activities, preparing internal and external reports, and coordinating the planning of activities across regions and thematic areas;
Support in organizingmeetings, workshops, missions, conferences and side events to strengthen strategic engagement with OECD, UN system partners and other stakeholders.

3.Knowledge Management

Support the effective usage of digital tools and processes to manage the data from the project activities; manage the project’s Power-BI dashboard;
Draft and edit a range of materials, including blog posts, brochures, presentations, and supporting documents for procurement activities;
Compile, analyse and present information on project activities as needed;
Attend and summarize meetings and conferences.

4.Communications and outreach

Draft and design newsletters, articles, press releases, reports, flyers, images, tweets, and social media content as needed;
Draft briefs and talking points for key events and meetings, as needed;

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 report to the Programme and Partnership Specialist.
Throughout the project, collaboration and coordination with the rest of the UNDP Tax for SDGs and TIWB team will be required.

Competencies

Core

Core
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

Thematic Area	Name	Definition
Business Direction & Strategy	System Thinking	Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the system.
Business Development	Knowledge Generation	Ability to research and turn information into useful knowledge, relevant for context, or responsive to a stated need
Business Management	Project Management	Ability to plan, organize, prioritize and control resources, procedures and protocols to achieve specific goals
Programme and Policy	SDG Finance	Public Sector Finance (Tax and domestic resource mobilization, public financial management and public expenditure)
Digital & Innovation	Data analysis	Ability to extract, analyse and visualize data (including Real-Time Data) to form meaningful insights and aid effective decision making

Minimum Qualifications of the Successful IPSA

Min. Education requirements

Advanced university degree (Master degree or equivalent) in Economics, Taxation, Finance, Public Policy, Law or closely related field 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.

Min. years of relevant work experience

Up to 2 years (with Master’s degree) or minimum 2 years (with Bachelor’s degree) in programme management, coordination, and policy and technical support related to taxation, public finance or financing for development.

Required skills

Experience in drafting analytical documents, including for non-technical audiences.
IT affinity and experience of working with Power-BI, MS Excel and/or statistical software packages, digital collaboration tools.
Experience of working effectively with a diverse set of stakeholders.

Desired skills in addition to the competencies covered in the Competencies section

Proven experience and good understanding of tax/fiscal policy, tax administration processes, public finance reforms and management.
Proven experience and good understanding of the Agenda 2030 and Financing for Development.
Experience in writing concept notes, outcome reporting, and other written communication
Knowledge of international development and cooperation and working experience with multilateral and bilateral development organisations will be an advantage.
Experience working in the UN/UNDP is an advantage.
Experience in organization of high-level events, communications and knowledge management.

Required Language(s)

Fluency in English is required.

Travel:

UNDP will cover the cost of travel of the individual to the duty station, as well as their return to their place of recruitment upon completion of their services.
Travel costs are covered only in the event that the function will be undertaken physically in the duty station and excludes working from home arrangements.
The position may include limited official travel. In case of such travel, travel expenses will be covered by UNDP in accordance with the UNDP rules and regulations.

Disclaimer

Important information for US Permanent Residents (‘Green Card’ holders)

Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.

UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.

Applicant information about UNDP rosters

Note: 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.

Non-discrimination

UNDP has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

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ABSTRACT:

United Nations Development Programme Programme Analyst – UNDP Tax for SDGs Initiative United States UNDP Jobs 2024

United Nations Development Programme looking for “Programme Analyst – UNDP Tax for SDGs Initiative”. Applicants with an Advanced degree may apply on or before 01-Aug-24.

The United Nations Development Programme has published a job vacancy announcement on 18/07/2024 for qualified applicants to fill in the vacant post of Programme Analyst – UNDP Tax for SDGs Initiative to be based in New York , United States. For more jobs, please visit https://unjoblink.org

Company Name: United Nations Development Programme

Job Title: Programme Analyst – UNDP Tax for SDGs Initiative

Duty Station: New York , United States

Country: United States

Application Deadline: 01-Aug-24