Research and Partnerships Analyst

The Human Development Report Office (HDRO) is a small multi-disciplinary unit located in the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in New York. The mission of the HDRO is to advance human development through the expansion of opportunities, choice, and freedom. The Office works towards this goal by conducting original analysis and research, commissioning top quality background research, and advocating practical policy changes. Under the guidance of the Research and Strategic Partnerships Advisor and the direct supervision of the Research & Partnerships Specialist, the Analyst works on accomplishing the relevant work plans to produce the Global HDRs and other knowledge products produced by HDRO, while also contributing to the development and coordination of research and strategic partnerships that strengthen the substantive quality, reach, and policy relevance of HDRO’s work. Duties and Responsibilities: Research and knowledge development - Contribute to research and intellectual work on a wide range of human development issues, through data collection, literature reviews, drafting of research notes, and synthesis of policy-relevant findings - Contribute to the preparation and quality assurance of HDRO publications, including through background research, drafting inputs, evidence synthesis, data review, preparation of tables, charts, and figures, fact-checking, and preparation of supporting materials. - Support analytical work related to human development indicators, datasets, and metrics, including data compilation, quality checks, statistical analysis, and presentation of findings Institutional partnerships and external engagements - Support the development and coordination of strategic partnerships that strengthen the substantive quality, visibility, and financial sustainability of HDRO’s work, including the design, implementation, and follow-up of joint workplans and cooperation arrangements, coordination of collaborative research and outreach activities, and engagement with key institutional counterparts. - Support the operationalization of partnership arrangements in line with UNDP policies and procedures, including coordination of activities, tracking of deliverables, preparation of required documentation, follow-up with relevant counterparts, and support to reporting and internal coordination processes. - Support the planning and implementation of events with key partners, expert networks, UNDP teams and other stakeholders Partnerships cultivation and resource mobilization - Contribute to partnership cultivation and resource mobilization efforts, including partner mapping, preparation of briefing materials, concept notes, donor updates, presentations, and support to fundraising opportunities aligned with HDRO priorities. External engagements, consultations, outreach and dissemination - Support the planning, preparation, implementation, and follow-up of consultations, seminars, workshops, roundtables, launches, and other events organized by HDRO, including coordination with speakers, partners, participants, logistics, agendas, materials, and post-event follow-up - Contribute to presentations, briefing notes, data visualizations, infographics, and other communication materials to support dissemination and policy uptake of HDRO work Cross-cutting support to HDRO - Contribute to the overall work of HDRO and undertake other related tasks as required. Required Skills and Experience Education: - An advanced University Degree(Master’s degree or equivalent) in Economics, Development Studies, Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, or another relevant social science discipline is required, OR - A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the above fields in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree. - Training in data analysis, statistics, or applied research are desirable Experience: - Minimum of 2 years (with master’s degree) or 4 years (with bachelor’s degree) of progressively responsible experience in combining policy-oriented research and analysis with partnership engagement in the fields of development, economics, or public policy is required - Experience working with international organizations, governments, research institutions, or multi-stakeholder partnerships Required skills and competencies: - Strong understanding of international development policy, human development concepts, and emerging policy agendas - Good understanding of the human security paradigm and its relevance to contemporary development challenges. - Demonstrated ability to contribute to policy-oriented research, analytical writing, and production of global reports or other high-quality knowledge products. - Proven ability to engage and coordinate with multiple stakeholders, including governments, academia, donors, civil society, and international organizations. - Experience supporting the planning, coordination, and delivery of consultations, conferences, workshops, launches, and other events. - Experience working with data, indicators, and evidence synthesis to support policy analysis, reports, or strategic decision-making. - Excellent writing, drafting, and editing skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly to different audiences. - Strong motivation to contribute to the advancement of human development research and policy frontiers - Effective team player, that demonstrates commitment to UNDP values and displays sensitivity and adaptability. - Collaboration and working in teams, exchanging information and ideas with others to reach common goals and making a substantial contribution to the team's work - Good communication and inter-personal skills/experience.