Project Analyst – UNDP Tax and TIWB Project

Location : New York (but Home-based until COVID restrictions are lifted)

Application Deadline : 13-Sep-21 (Midnight New York, USA)

Time left : 13d 13h 53m

Type of Contract : IPSA (Regular)

Post Level : IPSA-8

Languages Required :
English

Expected Duration of Assignment : One year (based on performance extendible till Dec 2024)

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

Instructions to Applicants: Click on the “Apply now” button. Input your information in the appropriate Sections: personal information, language proficiency, education, resume and motivation. Upon completion of the first page, please hit “submit application” tab at the end of the page. Please ensure that CV or P11 and the Cover letter are combined in one file.

The following documents shall be required from the applicants:

Personal CV or P11, indicating all past positions held and their main underlying functions, their durations (month/year), the qualifications, as well as the contact details (email and telephone number) of the Candidate, and at least three (3) the most recent professional references of previous supervisors. References may also include peers.

A cover letter (maximum length: 1 page) indicating why the candidate considers him-/herself to be suitable for the position.

Travel:
UNDP will cover the cost of travel of the individual to the duty station, as well as their return to their place of recruitment upon completion of their services;

Travel costs are covered only in the event that the function will be undertaken physically in the duty station and excludes working from home arrangements;

The position may include limited official travel. In case of such travel, travel expenses will be covered by UNDP in accordance with the UNDP rules and regulations.

Office/Unit/Project Description:
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is the knowledge frontier organization for collective action to realize the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNDP’s policy and programme work carried out at HQ, Regional and Country Office (CO) levels, form a contiguous spectrum of deep, local knowledge to cutting-edge global perspectives and advocacy. Within this context, UNDP invests in a network of field-based and global technical expertise across a wide range of knowledge domains and in support of the signature solutions and organizational capabilities envisioned in the Strategic Plan.

The UNDP Tax and TIWB Project is managed by the Bureau for Policy and Programme Support (BPPS’s) Finance Sector Hub (FSH), with resource persons embedded in the SDG Finance Teams in Amman, Bangkok, Istanbul, Panama and Pretoria

The UNDP Tax and TIWB Project has a particular emphasis on linking tax administration and tax and fiscal policies with the broader SDGs. Building on UNDP Country Office portfolios and already existing engagements with Ministries, UNDP will bring a stronger focus on the role of tax and fiscal policy in achieving Agenda 2030. The project places a particular focus on reducing gender and social inequalities in tax and fiscal policy as well as taking forward climate action and environmental goals, and health outcomes. Representing the views and experiences of developing countries in the global normative tax discussions is critical and to this aim, the UNDP Tax and TIWB Project will also work to bring evidence and perspectives from developing countries into the regional and international discussions on taxation.

Institutional Arrangement:
The Project Analyst will report to the Global Manager UNDP Tax and TIWB Project;

Throughout the project, collaboration and coordination with the rest of the UNDP Tax and TIWB team will be required.

Duties and Responsibilities

Scope of Work:
UNDP’s Bureau for Policy and Programme Support (BPPS) is seeking a Project Analyst for supporting management and the implementation of the UNDP Tax and TIWB project with the duties and responsibilities outlined below:

Policy and Technical Support:
Conduct research in areas related to taxation, fiscal policies, development financing and illicit financial flows, in particular with linkages to the SDGs;

Support development of concept notes and other technical documents for implementation of different thematic areas of project like taxation and the environment, health taxation, digitalization of tax systems, taxation and gender;

Support the design and implementation of qualitative and quantitative evaluations to measure outputs and outcomes from the project activities;

Contribute to sector and country level technical case studies to capture results of the project.

Programmatic Support:
Assist the team with the preparation and running of UNDP Tax and TIWB experts assignments;

Support planning, administration and logistics for organizing and coordinating meetings, workshops, missions, conferences and side events to strengthen strategic engagement with OECD, UN system partners and other stakeholders;

Support designing and implementation of data collection and processes for reporting of project activities.

Knowledge Management:
Support the effective usage of digital tools and processes to manage the data from the project activities;

Draft and edit a range of materials, including blog posts, brochures, presentations, and supporting documents for procurement activities;

Compile, analyse and present information on project activities as needed;

Attend and summarize meetings and conferences.

Communications and outreach

Draft and design newsletter, articles, press releases, reports, flyers, images, tweets, and social media content as needed;

Develop briefs and talking points for key events and meetings, as needed;

Support organizing meetings, conferences and side events to strengthen strategic engagement with UN system partners.

Perform any additional tasks related to this assignment as required by the Project Manager.

Competencies

Professionalism: Shows pride in work and achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.

Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; Asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients ” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view; Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

Required Skills and Experience

Minimum Academic Education:
Masters’ Degree in economics, taxation, finance, public policy, law or closely related field.

Relevant Work Experience:
Experience in a position related to taxation, public finance or financing for development will be an advantage.

Desired Skills and Competencies:
Good understanding of tax/fiscal policy, tax administration processes, public finance reforms and management;

Good understanding of the Agenda 2030 and Financing for Development;

Experience of drafting analytical documents, website contributions, including for non-technical audiences;

Knowledge of international development and cooperation and working experience with multilateral and bilateral development organisations will be an advantage;

IT affinity and experience of working with MS Excel and/or statistical software packages, digital collaboration tools;

Experience of working effectively with a diverse set of stakeholders.

Language(s) at working level:
Fluency in English;

Ability to work in any other UN language will be an asset.