Strategic Research and Analytics Intern

**Background**

**Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are core principles at UNDP: we value diversity as an expression of the multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate, we foster inclusion as a way of ensuring all personnel are empowered to contribute to our mission, and we ensure equity and fairness in all our actions. Taking a ‘leave no one behind’ approach to our diversity efforts means increasing representation of underserved populations. People who identify as belonging to marginalized or excluded populations are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about working at UNDP including our values and**inspiring stories.**

UNDP has been working in India since 1951 in almost all areas of human development. Together with the Government of India and development partners, we have worked towards eradicating poverty, reducing inequalities, strengthening local governance, enhancing community resilience, protecting the environment supporting policy initiatives and institutional reforms, and accelerating sustainable development for all.

With projects and programmes in every state and union territory in India, UNDP works with national and subnational government, and diverse development actors to deliver people-centric results, particularly for the most vulnerable and marginalized communities. As the integrator for collective action on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) within the UN system, we are committed to supporting the Government of India’s national development vision and priorities and accelerating the achievement of the SDGs for the people and the planet.

UNDP India’s new Country Programme (2023-2027) builds on our prior work and aims to provide an integrated approach to development solutions in three strategic portfolios:

- Strong, accountable and evidence-led institutions for accelerated achievement of the SDGs.
- Enhanced economic opportunities and social protection to reduce inequality, with a focus on the

marginalized.
- Climate-smart solutions, sustainable ecosystems and resilient development for reduced vulnerability.

South-South cooperation, gender equality and social inclusion are promoted across the pillars. The programme is supported by a framework of renewed partnerships and blended finance solutions, strategic innovation and

and accelerator labs, and data and digital architecture.

You are invited to join a team of future-smart development professionals to support India in achieving the national and globally agreed goals. As part of the UNDP team, your focus will be to work with diverse stakeholders to find country-specific solutions that lead to sustainable development and reach those furthest behind first.

**Project Background**:
The UNDP Resident Representative (RR) is the accredited senior UNDP official in the programme country who represents, leads, and is accountable for harnessing and directing the full potential of UNDP’s global capabilities, and those of its associated funds and programmes, in support of national development strategies and collaborative partnerships. One of the key responsibilities is to provide strategic leadership and representation by brokering country-level strategic partnership agreements, representation, or hosting arrangements with UN non-resident and specialized agencies. This includes positioning UNDP as a strategic partner for sustainable development, with the capabilities to partner at scale and deliver world-class knowledge and technical expertise.

The UNDP Resident Representative office in New Delhi is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to support the Resident Representative in partnership management, research, and documentation. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in international development, strategic partnerships, and high-level administrative support. The Intern is expected to support the Resident Representative’s participation in workshops, conferences, meetings and missions. This includes carrying out research in support of the analytical activities of the Resident Representative’s office as well as participating in meetings and recording minutes for scheduled and other ad hoc meetings as needed.

**Duties and Responsibilities**

1. **Partnership Management**:

- Assist in identifying and researching potential areas of collaboration with various stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, private sector partners, and international organizations.
- Support the communications and partnerships team in the development of partnership briefs and presentations to support the Resident Representative in strategic meetings and negotiations.

2. **Research and Analysis**:

- Conduct research to support the analytical activities of the Resident Representative’s office, including gathering data on development trends, policy analysis, and best practices.
- Use data analytics to prepare reports, summaries, and briefing notes on various topics relevant to UNDP’s work and the Resident Rep