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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 new 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.
You are invited to join a team of future-smart development professionals to support India in achieving the national and globally agreed goals. As part of the UNDP team, your focus will be to work with diverse stakeholders to find country-specific solutions that lead to sustainable development and reach those furthest behind first.
The Plastic Waste Management Programme (PWM) is designed to minimize negative impacts of plastic pollution and its risks to environment and human health in India. The aim is to enhance sustainable plastic waste management (segregation/collection/recycling) practices through a socio-technical model in line with Swachh Bharat Mission in India, while ensuring compliance with regulations and ensuring improved use of resources. The project targets institutionalization of waste pickers (safai saathis) through improved governance mechanisms, capacity building and improved social conditions. The project also targets community engagement to enhance responsible waste disposal behaviour, and cross-stakeholder engagements for improved action on plastics.
To achieve the project objective and outcomes, the project is structured in 4 components:
- Component 1 aims to strengthen policy frameworks, institutional systems, and data capabilities to improve national and urban governance of plastics and waste management.
- Component 2 focuses on design and implementation of pilots for improved materials management in close coordination with project stakeholders through demonstration of scalable BEP/BAT models
- Component 3 is directed mainly to improve socio-economic conditions for waste pickers by enhancing social protection, formal recognition, and gender‑responsive support systems through institutionalized service delivery mechanisms.
- Component 4 aims towards developing knowledge management, monitoring and communication mechanisms based on in-built adaptive feedback system during the project duration.
The Project Analyst, Gender and Social Inclusion, will support the integration of gender equality and social inclusion across UNDP’s waste, chemicals, and circular economy programmes, with a focus on improving livelihoods, safety, and access to social protection for informal waste workers. The role will work with government, private sector, industries, and civil society partners to ensure inclusive programme design, implementation, and monitoring, building on learnings from Project Utthaan and related initiatives.
- The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.
Reporting to: Project Specialist, Circular Economy and Chemicals Waste Management, (NPSA 10)
Core Competencies
Cross-Functional & Technical competencies
- Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in Gender Studies, Development Studies, Public Policy, Social Sciences, or related field is required, or
- A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the areas mentioned above in combination with an additional 2 years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.
- Applicants with a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field of study are not required to have professional work experience.
- Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) are required to have a minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience of working on gender equality, social inclusion, livelihoods, informal sector integration, social protection, or related development programmes, along with proven ability to coordinate effectively with government agencies, civil society organizations, and community-based partners.
- Experience in working on waste management, circular economy, urban livelihoods, or labour-intensive sectors, with exposure to informal or vulnerable worker groups.
- Experience with social protection, occupational safety, worker welfare frameworks, and experience supporting policy analysis or advisory work related to inclusion or labour.
- Experience in programme implementation, monitoring, reporting, and analytical writing.
- Prior experience engaging with grassroots and field-based partners in UN agencies, NGOs/INGOs, donor-funded projects, or similar development institutions.
- Fluency in English and Hindi is required.
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