Disability Inclusion Policy Analyst

Background

Duties and Responsibilities

The Governance, Rule of Law, and Peacebuilding Hub, a joint endeavour of the Crisis Bureau (CB) and the Bureau for Policy and Programme Support (BPPS), integrates work across governance, rule of law and peacebuilding (GRP) to substantially improve UNDP positioning and resource mobilisation, global advocacy; advance principled and effective solutions that support accountable, inclusive and effective governance and prevent and respond crisis , and enable peacebuilding and early recovery from crisis, whilst addressing underlying risks. Its work is organised according to the following thematic areas: governance of public goods and services; rule of law and security; human rights; business, human rights, and peace; democratic institutions and processes; peacebuilding; local action; and open and inclusive public sphere. The issues of digital transformation, data for SDG16+, and gender equality are cross-cutting.

An important focus area for UNDP’s governance work is the promotion of an open and inclusive public sphere. Broadly speaking, this work seeks to create the conditions for all citizens, without discrimination to meaningfully participate in public life. A key workstream focuses on removing barriers preventing the meaningful participation in public life of specific population segments with a strong emphasis on young people’s leadership and participation as well as the inclusion of historically marginalized groups.

Strongly committed to the 2030 Agenda and the principles of leaving no one behind, UNDP seeks to ensure that the full spectrum of its work contributes to advancing the rights of persons with disabilities. As the UN’s development arm, UNDP has a clear mandate to support and champion disability-inclusive development. UNDP’s approach to Disability Inclusive Development is grounded in both the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the Sustainable Development Goals as twin frameworks which are mutually reinforcing. Leaving no one behind, including persons with disabilities, is also a key direction of change in UNDP’s Strategic Plan 2022 – 2025. The UNDP Disability Inclusive Development Guidance Note provides guidance on how to include disability in the various areas of UNDP programming and operations.

The Governance, Rule of Law and Peacebuilding Hub is seeking to recruit a Policy Analyst (Disability Inclusion) to support the disability inclusion component under the open and inclusive public sphere portfolio. This work will cover, among others, issues related to the protection and promotion of disability rights and inclusion, the promotion of constructive multistakeholder dialogue and the establishment of effective mechanisms to ensure the inclusion of people with disabilities. The Policy Analyst will serve as global focal point for disability inclusion for the GRP Hub and will carry out a broad range of activities including knowledge management, policy development, and programme support

Competencies

Coordinate effective project planning and implementation.
• Work closely with global, regional and country teams to support the development of programmes on disability inclusion;
• Provide on-demand technical assistance on issues of disability inclusion as requested by regional and technical teams;

Establish partnerships and open channels of communication.
• Guide and support partnership building and liaise with internal and external actors to engage and support initiatives to advance UNDP’s work on disability inclusion;
• Support resource mobilization in the area of disability inclusion by developing funding proposals and other documents;
• Actively engage in UN interagency mechanisms and other for a with a focus on participation and disability inclusion

Facilitate knowledge and capacity building, knowledge sharing and advocacy relevant to the assigned thematic area(s).
• Develop policy, resources and operational tools to support UNDP programming on disability inclusion;
• Document ongoing UNDP work in the area of disability inclusion, including results, lessons learnt and areas for improvement.
• Promote advocacy on development trends and opportunities to collaborate in coordination with the project partners, stakeholders, and UNDP communications staff.

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

Expected Demonstration of 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 2: Able to persevere and deal with multiple sources of pressure simultaneously
• 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 Results Based Management Ability to manage the implementation of strategies, programmes, and projects with a focus at improved performance and demonstrable results. Knowledge and understanding of relevant theories, concepts, methodologies, instruments, and tools
• Policy and Programme 2030 Agenda: Peace Protection and promotion of disability rights and inclusion Multistakeholder dialogue facilitation
• Policy and Programme 2030 Agenda: Peace In-depth understanding of policy issues related to the rights of persons with disabilities.
• Business Development Knowledge Generation Ability to research and turn information into useful knowledge, relevant for context, or responsive to a stated need
• Partnership management Relationship management Ability to engage with a wide range of public and private partners, build, sustain and/or strengthen working relations, trust and mutual understanding.

Required Skills and Experience

Education:

Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent degree) in Social Sciences, Political Sciences, International Relations, International Development, Human Rights Law, Disability Studies or another related field is required. OR

A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the areas stated above, with upto two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:

• Applicants with a 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 up to two (2) years of relevant professional experience in working with persons with disabilities/on issues related to working with persons with disabilities in a range of country contexts.
• Experience in supporting program development and implementation on the rights of persons with disabilities in the context of international cooperation and developing country contexts.
• Proven tracked record of excellent knowledge of the UN Disability Inclusion Strategy (UNDIS) and the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UN CRPD).
• Experience in supporting monitoring and evaluation, knowledge management and capacity development in the area of disability.
• Experience working with UNDP, UN or other international organizations
• Experience in multistakeholder dialogue facilitation
• In-depth knowledge of good practice and innovative approaches in promoting disability inclusion in policymaking

Language

• Fluency in English is required. Fluency in an additional UN language an advantage.

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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