Duration

• 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide research and analytical support on topics relevant to financial health from both public and private sector perspectives.
• Develop case studies highlighting emerging good practices in product design that improve consumer financial health.
• Draft timely and high-quality background papers, briefing notes, research, and analysis for the Office of the UNSGSA on issues related to financial health and financial inclusion for positive development outcomes.
• Support the Office in the organization of UNSGSA high-level meetings and country visits with Governments, UN entities, intergovernmental organizations and other key partners. 
• Attend relevant UN meetings to follow relevant global policy dialogue efforts.
• Support the coordination of meetings with key stakeholders, preparing meeting notes/takeaways, and correspondence.       

• Provide general office logistical and administrative support to high-level meetings and advocacy activities organized by the UNSGSA's office.
• Help with stakeholder outreach, including Member States, UN agencies, development partners and others.
• Provide administrative support for accurate office documentation, communications and daily operational matters.
•  Support other ad hoc activities as needed.   

Requirements

• currently enrolled in a Master’s degree; or
• have graduated no longer than 1 year ago from a Master’s degree or equivalent studies.
• Field of study: International Relations, Economics, Finance, Political Science, International Development, Business Management, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of other UN languages especially French and Spanish is an advantage.Fluency in English is required;
• Experience producing analytical and research work related to international development, financial sector development, enabling environment for business, and related topics. 
• Excellent research and analytical skills. Demonstrated experience with qualitative and quantitative economic analysis.
• Strong drafting, written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Capacity to prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines even in imperfect conditions and thrive as part of a small and fast-moving team. 
• Success working independently and as a member of a team, and with partners in other time zones and from diverse and multi-cultural contexts.
• Displays the highest standards of confidentiality, discretion and integrity.
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.
• Interested in working for an international institution and in the financial inclusion sector.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge in international relations and international development, financial inclusion and financial health, and multilateral organizations.
• Prior relevant research experience is desirable, particularly in financial health, financial inclusion, economic policy and international development policy.
• Experience working in the private sector with a financial service provider (bank, fintech, credit union, or microfinance institution) is an asset.
• Experience working with high-level stakeholders, such as government officials and representatives from international organizations, is an asset.

Company

UNDP works in about 170 countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty, and the reduction of inequalities and exclusion. We help countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, and institutional capabilities and build resilience in order to sustain development results.