UNDP Data and Digital Innovation Fellowship (2024) – APPLY TODAY!
UNDP Data and Digital Innovation Fellowship (2024) – APPLY TODAY!
I. Corporate Background
The Data and Digital Innovation Fellowship position open at UNDP Seoul, KOREA (REPUBLIC OF) for all nationalities presents an invaluable opportunity to contribute to UNDP’s mission of fostering sustainable development and global partnerships. By leveraging data-driven insights and innovative approaches, the Fellow will play a pivotal role in advancing effective development cooperation and achieving the SDGs. Through collaboration, capacity building, and strategic engagement, the Fellow will be instrumental in shaping impactful initiatives that resonate at both the national and global levels.
UNDP stands as a pivotal force within the UN Development System, championing sustainable development and striving to realize the ambitious targets set forth in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Operating across Headquarters, Regional, and Country Office levels, UNDP serves as a nexus of localized knowledge and global perspectives, facilitating collective action to address pressing global challenges. Within this framework, the Global Policy Network (GPN) emerges as a vital component, offering a network of technical expertise spanning a multitude of knowledge domains.
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II. Fellowship Office Background
The Bureau for Policy and Programme Support (BPPS) spearheads the development of policy guidance crucial for achieving UNDP’s Strategic Plan objectives. Tasked with providing technical advice to Country Offices, advocating for UNDP’s corporate messages, and engaging in multi-stakeholder fora, BPPS plays a pivotal role in advancing sustainable development agendas worldwide. Moreover, it collaborates closely with UNDP’s Crisis Bureau to ensure that risk considerations are seamlessly integrated into development initiatives.
Among the six Global Policy Centres managed by BPPS, the Seoul Policy Center (USPC) occupies a unique position. Established in 2011 through an agreement between the Republic of Korea (ROK) and UNDP, USPC serves as a hub for fostering global development partnerships. Its core functions encompass:
- Serving as a liaison with the ROK government, facilitating collaboration on various development initiatives.
- Functioning as a knowledge hub, offering insights into the experiences and approaches of new development partners in poverty reduction and sustainable human development.
- Fostering learning, networking, policy dialogue, and capacity development among new development partners, with a focus on promoting sustainable development solutions.
USPC’s mandate has evolved over the years, with its current triennial work programme (2023-25) emphasizing its role as a facilitator of global knowledge exchange and the application of innovative development solutions at the country level. The flagship ‘SDG Partnerships’ programme, alongside thematic areas such as Development Cooperation Approaches, Governance and Gender, Green Recovery and Transition, and Private Sector Engagement, underscores USPC’s commitment to advancing the SDGs.
III. Duties and Responsibilities of the Fellow
The Fellow appointed to USPC will be entrusted with several critical responsibilities, including:
- Data Analysis and Visualization (35%):
- Developing tools for cleaning, analyzing, and visualizing development cooperation data to facilitate informed decision-making.
- Creating intuitive dashboards and reports to elucidate development progress and cooperation effectiveness.
- Conducting capacity-building sessions to enhance data utilization skills among UNDP staff and partners.
- Supporting Effective Development Cooperation through Project Development (35%):
- Identifying and conceptualizing project ideas grounded in effective development cooperation principles.
- Facilitating discussions and workshops to explore innovative data-driven approaches for enhancing cooperation transparency and efficiency.
- Assisting in the preparation of policy briefs and reports highlighting the role of data in advancing development cooperation goals.
- Support, Collaboration, and Capacity Building (30%):
- Providing support for various USPC activities aligned with strategic objectives.
- Collaborating with UNDP units, partner governments, and stakeholders to strengthen partnerships and cooperation.
- Engaging in knowledge sharing and continuous learning activities to enhance expertise and contribute to strategic goals.
Competencies and Required Skills
The Fellow should possess the following competencies and skills:
- Interest in working within an international organization.
- Strong analytical skills for data gathering and consolidation.
- Proactive attitude with a goal-oriented mindset.
- Effective communication and organizational abilities.
- Cultural sensitivity and adaptability.
- Positive and constructive approach towards work.
In terms of education and technical skills, candidates should meet the specified requirements, including proficiency in data analysis tools, programming languages, and fluency in English.
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- Selection Process: You can track the status of your application by accessing the My Applications page via the Careers homepage and My Career Tools. Only candidates moving forward in the application process will be contacted. Short-listed candidates will undergo interviews and reference checks.
- Results: Interviewed candidates will be notified of the decision within two weeks of the interview. Response times may vary depending on the position, contract, and location. An offer will be extended to the selected candidate, who is expected to commence duties approximately six weeks from the date of selection.
Our Competency Framework
To effectively fulfill its mission, both presently and in the future, UNDP has established a comprehensive Competency Framework. This framework outlines the core competencies required for success and ensures alignment between personnel attributes and organizational values. Performance is evaluated based on competencies in the following categories:
- Core Behavioural Competencies: Expected behaviours and attitudes applicable to all personnel, including thinking innovatively, adapting with agility, and engaging with partners.
- Cross-Functional Competencies: Behaviours necessary for successful performance across various roles, such as strategic thinking, effective decision-making, and entrepreneurial thinking.
- People Management Competencies: Skills essential for effectively managing people from a leadership position, including building an enabling workplace, demonstrating empathy and emotional intelligence, and managing performance.
- Technical Competencies: Knowledge, skills, and experience specific to functional areas, required for job roles in particular domains.
By adhering to the Competency Framework, UNDP ensures that personnel are matched to roles and projects suited to their attributes and expertise, thereby driving organizational success and impact.
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