Background

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is a global development network. UNDP advocates for change and connects countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. UNDP is on the ground in 166 countries, working on solutions to global and national development challenges.

Responsibilities

The Individual Consultant will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Conducting research and analysis on specific development issues.
• Developing reports, policy briefs, and other relevant documents.
• Providing technical advice and support to UNDP country offices and partners.
• Organizing and facilitating workshops and meetings.
• Monitoring and evaluating project activities.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in a relevant field such as development studies, economics, social sciences, or public administration.
• Proven experience in research, analysis, and report writing.
• Strong understanding of development issues and the work of the UN system.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of other UN languages is an asset.

Experience

A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience is required.

Additional Notes

This is a full-time consultancy position. The consultant will be based in Lilongwe, Malawi.

• Conducting research and analysis on specific development issues.
• Developing reports, policy briefs, and other relevant documents.
• Providing technical advice and support to UNDP country offices and partners.
• Organizing and facilitating workshops and meetings.
• Monitoring and evaluating project activities.

• Research and analysis
• Report writing
• Technical advice
• Communication
• Interpersonal skills
• Presentation skills

• Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in a relevant field such as development studies, economics, social sciences, or public administration.
• Proven experience in research, analysis, and report writing.
• Strong understanding of development issues and the work of the UN system.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of other UN languages is an asset.