Associate - Tribal Development
Organizational Context
UNFPA is the lead UN agency dedicated to reproductive health, aiming to end preventable maternal deaths, unmet family planning needs, and gender-based violence. Operating in India since 1974, UNFPA seeks to strengthen its partnership with the Tribal Development Department in Madhya Pradesh. This collaboration aims to enhance the national-state linkage for tribal adolescents and youth, focusing on life skills education and sexual reproductive health (SRH) within tribal schools and hostels.
Job Purpose
This assignment will support UNFPA's strategic partnership with the Tribal Development Department in Madhya Pradesh, India. The role focuses on strengthening the connection between UNFPA's state-level initiatives and the national Adi Yuva Fellows program. The incumbent will contribute to building a comprehensive national-state partnership centered on tribal adolescents and youth. Key objectives include exploring resource mobilization and scaling up the Umang Youth Programme. The position will be instrumental in developing an inter-sectoral model for life skills and SRH integration, leveraging existing government platforms, and fostering a sustainable partnership for broader impact.
Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of the State Head of Office, Madhya Pradesh, the UN Associate Volunteer will support the mapping and strengthening of linkages between national Adi Yuva Fellows initiatives and state-level tribal youth programmes. The role involves engaging with the Tribal Development Department to establish a strategic partnership focused on adolescent life skills and Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) in tribal areas. Key responsibilities include contributing to the development of an inter-sectoral model for integrating life skills and SRH within tribal education and youth programmes, and identifying government schemes, platforms, and resources for programme financing and scale-up. The volunteer will also support documentation of opportunities, partnerships, and models for resource mobilization and replication, and assist in stakeholder coordination, evidence generation, and communication materials to advance the partnership and scale-up agenda.
Work Experience
Requires 1 month of relevant experience. Demonstrated interest or experience in adolescent and youth development, particularly life skills education and SRHR, tribal development, social inclusion, or working with marginalized communities is desirable. Experience in programme planning, implementation, coordination, research, documentation, and stakeholder engagement is beneficial. Proficiency in MS Office and strong communication skills are expected.
Skills
Key competencies include Accountability, Adaptability, Flexibility, Commitment, Continuous Learning, Communication, Creativity, Ethics, Integrity, Judgement, Knowledge Sharing, Leadership, Planning, Organizing, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity, Self-Management, Technological Awareness, and Teamwork. Expertise in community development, knowledge management, research, and reporting is also valued.