Communication Associate, New Delhi, India

## Communication Associate, New Delhi, India - Organization:UNDP - United Nations Development Programme Description of assignment title:Communication Associate Assignment country:India Duty stations:New Delhi Work location:On UN premises Expected start date:09/30/2026 Duration:12 months(with possibility of extension)Long-term benefits and allowances Sustainable Development Goal:13. Climate action Volunteer category:Specialist UCoS from Apr2026 Work schedule:Full-time Number of Assignments:1 Mission and objectives: - As the United Nations lead agency on international development, UNDP works in 170 countries and territories to eradicate poverty and reduce inequality. We help countries to develop policies, leadership skills, partnering abilities, institutional capabilities, and to build resilience to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals. Our work is concentrated in three focus areas; sustainable development, democratic governance and peace building, and climate and disaster resilience. UNDP's mandate is to end poverty, build democratic governance, rule of law, and inclusive institutions. We advocate for change, and connect countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life. - UNDP has been working in India since 1951 in almost all areas of human development. Together with the Government of India and development partners, we have worked towards eradicating poverty, reducing inequalities, strengthening local governance, enhancing community resilience, protecting the environment, supporting policy initiatives and institutional reforms, and accelerating sustainable development for all. - With projects and programmes in every state and union territory in India, UNDP works with national and subnational government, and diverse development actors to deliver people-centric results, particularly for the most vulnerable and marginalized communities. As the integrator for collective action on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) within the UN system, we are committed to supporting the Government of India's national development vision and priorities and accelerating the achievement of the SDGs for the people and the planet. - UNDP India's Country Programme (2023-2027) builds on our prior work and aims to provide an integrated approach to development solutions in three strategic portfolios: - Strong, accountable and evidence-led institutions for accelerated achievement of the SDGs - Enhanced economic opportunities and social protection to reduce inequality, with a focus on the marginalized - Climate-smart solutions, sustainable ecosystems and resilient development for reduced vulnerability South-South cooperation, gender equality and social inclusion are promoted across the pillars. - The programme is supported by a framework of renewed partnerships and blended finance solutions, strategic innovation and accelerator labs, and data and digital architecture. - UNDP is currently working in various areas concerning sustainable development, from systems and institutional strengthening to inclusive growth and sustainable livelihoods, as well as sustainable energy, environment and resilience. The Action for Climate Change and Energy (ACE) portfolio at UNDP is organized around the thematic areas of climate change adaptation and mitigation; disaster management and resilience; and access to clean and efficient energy. - UNDP is looking for a national UN Volunteer Communication Associate for its Natural Resource Management (NRM) and Biodiversity portfolio. The incumbent will provide overall functional support for developing knowledge products, and coordinate communication-related work of NRM & Biodiversity projects. These projects are in the NRM and Biodiversity domains and are being implemented in cooperation with the Central Government Ministries and State Governments. - The national UN Volunteer Communication Associate will support the Project Manager in the developing and dissemination of knowledge products of the project under the guidance and supervision of the respective Project Manager/s - Develop and finalise communications strategy, in line with the overall project priorities. - Provide support to project teams in designing communication products for government and other external partners. - Implement a Knowledge Management and Communication Strategy and associated financing plan to guide all project knowledge management, communication, and outreach activities - Develop training modules and calendars - Analyse all project-generated knowledge - Develop short stories/case studies/success stories and articles to be published in newspapers/magazines/online platforms and other . - Support the generation of content and regular updates for social media channels and website to enhance the visibility of the project's work. - Promote knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the relevant area. - Developing and editing the content of information and promotional materials, including press releases, press kits, promotional leaflets, brochures, and information packages, including cooperation with a graphic designer on their layout and graphics. - Develop periodical and ad hoc reports on communications activities, including media analysis. - Experiment with new communication products based on emerging trends and technologies to present the project's work innovatively and engagingly. - Support implementation of NRM & Biodiversity Portfolio's communications strategy and plans by conducting various communications-related activities and producing communications products. - Support the implementation and effective management of planning, monitoring, and evaluation requirements for the projects under the natural resource management portfolio. - Assist the implementation of evaluation policies and strategies and support effective management of the evaluation process. - Assist project staff in monitoring project activities and progress towards achieving the project output. Required experience:3 years Nationality:Candidate must be a national, legal resident or hold refugee status in the country of assignment. Assignment requirements - English, Level: Fluent, Required - Hindi, Level: Fluent, Required Required education level: - Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication, Journalism or in related areas Competencies and values: - Adaptability and Flexibility - Commitment and Motivation - Commitment to Continuous Learning - Planning and Organizing - Respect for Diversity Skills and experience: - o At least 4 years of experience in communications and related activities in development projects or with international development agencies - o Experience in written and oral communications. - o Good understanding of biodiversity, climate change and development issues at national/sub national level. - o Ability to carry out research and devise communication strategies to enhance outreach of project outcomes. - o Demonstrates good knowledge of information technology and applies it in work assignments - o Excellent working knowledge of MS Office- Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, Intra-Internet, e-mail applications etc. - o Knowledge of other applications such as Front Page, Publisher and some multimedia tools would be useful. - o Ability to build and maintain constructive relationships with colleagues (and reports where inappropriate). Area(s) of expertise: - Audio-visual content, Communication, advocacy, public information, Digital and social media