Volunteerism Integration in Lusophone UN Frameworks
Organizational Context
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the UN's lead agency for international development, working in 170 countries to eradicate poverty and reduce inequality. UNDP supports countries in developing policies, building capabilities, and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through focus areas like sustainable development, democratic governance, and climate resilience. UNDP has been active in Equatorial Guinea since 1976, with its Country Office implementing a programme focused on inclusive development and effective governance.
Job Purpose
This assignment aims to strengthen the integration of volunteerism within UN planning frameworks in Lusophone countries. Volunteerism is recognized as a key mechanism for enhancing community participation, local ownership, and social cohesion, contributing to sustainable development outcomes. The role will involve conducting research and analysis to generate evidence and recommendations. These outputs will support advocacy efforts to better position volunteerism as an enabler of development results and integrate it across UN priorities and programmes in countries such as Angola, Cabo Verde, Guinea-Bissau, Mozambique, São Tomé and Príncipe, and Equatorial Guinea.
Responsibilities
The Online Volunteer will conduct desk research and provide analytical support to mainstream volunteerism within UN planning frameworks in Lusophone countries. Key duties include reviewing existing UN strategic documents (UNSDCFs, CPDs), identifying references to community engagement, civic participation, youth engagement, localization, social cohesion, and volunteerism. The volunteer will analyze how volunteerism contributes to UN development priorities and SDGs, research best practices from UN agencies and partners, and identify opportunities for mobilizing volunteers to support priority areas like health, youth empowerment, and climate action. The role involves developing recommendations for integrating volunteerism into future planning and programming, and preparing a summary of findings, including practical recommendations and priority engagement points.
Work Experience
Strong desk research and analytical skills are required. The ability to review and synthesize policy documents, excellent writing and reporting skills, and the ability to work independently are essential. Experience in international development, public policy, or social sciences is desirable, as is familiarity with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Skills
Key skills include strong desk research and analytical capabilities, policy document review and synthesis, excellent writing and reporting, and the ability to work independently. Desirable skills include experience in international development, public policy, social sciences, and familiarity with SDGs. Expertise areas include partnerships, resource mobilization, volunteer management, advocacy, communication, and public information. A commitment to volunteerism and UN programming is also important.