Support with research investment
Organizational Context
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Mozambique supports the government's sustainable development agenda, focusing on empowerment, environmental protection, disaster resilience, and strategic partnerships. The country office is currently conducting economic analysis, which includes exploring investment activities across various sectors and regions. This initiative aims to systematically identify, document, and organize investment-related information to inform research and planning within the country programme, contributing to improved quality of life for all citizens.
Job Purpose
The UN Volunteer will support UNDP Mozambique's economic analysis work by contributing to the exploration of investment activities across sectors and regions. The primary purpose of this assignment is to systematically identify, document, and organize investment-related information. This will involve sourcing data from multiple stakeholders and validating its accuracy through direct engagement. The collected and validated information will be crucial for ongoing research and strategic planning within the UNDP Mozambique country programme, ultimately supporting the government's efforts towards sustainable development and economic growth.
Responsibilities
The UN Volunteer will be responsible for sourcing and aggregating investment data across various sectors and geographic regions in Mozambique. This includes identifying investment information from diverse sources such as government reports, company websites, news outlets, and databases, and organizing it by sector (e.g., agriculture, energy, manufacturing, tourism) and province. A key duty involves reviewing the collected data for accuracy and completeness, flagging any errors, missing details, or inconsistencies for follow-up. The volunteer will also validate data by directly contacting investment entities and government agencies via email, phone, or meetings to confirm information and gather missing details. Finally, the volunteer will maintain organized Excel datasets, inputting verified information into well-structured spreadsheets with clear columns and ensuring consistent formatting.
Work Experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data entry, organization, and monitoring is required, including the ability to identify errors or inconsistencies in datasets. The volunteer must be capable of gathering and synthesizing information from multiple sources (reports, websites, databases, news articles) and organizing it logically. Experience communicating professionally with diverse stakeholders, including government officials and private sector representatives, is beneficial. A proactive problem-solving approach and a genuine interest in development work are also important.
Skills
Key skills include proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data management and analysis, strong information gathering and synthesis abilities from various sources, and logical data organization. Excellent written and spoken communication skills are essential for professional interaction with stakeholders. The ability to work independently, follow instructions carefully, and a detail-oriented approach with a commitment to accuracy are crucial. Problem-solving skills, proactivity, and a genuine interest in development and economic growth are also important competencies.