Youth Development Assistant
Organizational Context
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the UN's global development network, operating in approximately 170 countries to address development challenges. UNDP China has a 45-year history of partnership, focusing on integrating Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting a low-carbon economy, and advancing global progress. Aligned with the UNDP Youth Strategy, UNDP China actively supports youth development through initiatives like the Movers Programme and Movers4Climate, aiming to empower youth to contribute to SDGs and climate action, particularly in rural communities.
Job Purpose
This role supports the implementation of UNDP China's youth development initiatives, including the Movers Programme and Movers4Climate. The UN Associate Volunteer will contribute to empowering youth to achieve SDGs by facilitating workshops, managing social media communications, and engaging with programme alumni. A key aspect involves adapting and localizing SDG training curricula for the Chinese context. The position also focuses on fostering communication among project partners, supporting monitoring and evaluation frameworks, and contributing to knowledge sharing. The role requires ensuring an Age, Gender, and Diversity perspective in all activities and documenting achievements related to volunteerism for peace and development.
Responsibilities
The UN Associate Volunteer will support the implementation of UNDP China's youth flagship initiatives, such as the Movers Programme and Movers4Climate, by facilitating workshops, managing social media, and engaging with programme alumni. Responsibilities include adapting SDG training curricula for the Chinese context and preparing project-related documentation. The role involves supporting vendor procurement, volunteer recruitment, and logistics for events. Additionally, the volunteer will promote communication among project partners, assist in implementing the monitoring and evaluation framework, and collect data for learning initiatives. The position requires supporting potential international youth events and youth pipeline project development. As a team member, the volunteer will provide high-quality support to UNDP China and its beneficiaries, engage with youth networks, and ensure an Age, Gender, and Diversity perspective is integrated into all activities. Recording achievements related to volunteerism is also a key duty.
Work Experience
A minimum of 1 month of relevant experience is required. Experience in managing development projects (financial, technical, administrative) is an asset. Youth work experience, particularly in project formulation, implementation, and monitoring at national or international levels, is beneficial. Experience with the UN system or government agencies is an asset. Strong relationship management skills with diverse stakeholders and innovative, organizational, and teamwork skills are important.
Skills
Key competencies include Accountability, Adaptability and flexibility, Creativity, Judgement and decision-making, Planning and organising, Professionalism, and Self-management. Technical skills and expertise areas include Administration, Youth development, Project management, Programme development, and Strategy. A good command of English and Chinese (written and oral) is essential.