Social Economic, Policy and Inclusion Specialist

4 weeks ago

Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan Pakngos Full time
Social Economic, Policy and Inclusion Specialist
  • Job Title: Social Economic, Policy and Inclusion Specialist

Under the supervision of the Project Manager, Punjab SDGs Plus Project, the Social Economic Policy and Inclusion Specialist is to ensure the following deliverables:

Duties and Responsibilities

The Social Economic Policy and Inclusion Specialist works under the direct supervision of the Project Manager and guidance from the Assistant Resident Representative, Development Policy Unit UNDP and collaborates closely with the UNDP Pakistan DPU colleagues, Punjab Planning & Development Board and the relevant stakeholders at the provincial and district levels.

Policy Development, Research, and Strategy Enhancement Support for Inclusive and Informed Development Planning:

  • Conduct in-depth socio-economic analysis to inform policy development and provide technical assistance and strategic visioning in line with the Project Document and close coordination with the Punjab Planning and Development (P&D) Board for crafting SDG-aligned and evidence-based policies, emphasizing priority sectors and marginalized demographics in development planning, budgeting, and implementation strategies, aimed at economic development, and poverty and inequality reduction.
  • Assist in harnessing technological innovations, particularly the potential of digital transformation for inclusive and area-based development.
  • Prepare policy papers and briefs on issues related to socio-economic development, poverty and inequality reduction, and inclusion.
  • Evaluate existing policies, frameworks, and project activities to ensure gender-sensitive and inclusive approaches aligned with SDGs for equitable development and social inclusion.

Capacity Building and Data Strengthening

  • Engage with consultants to develop district profiling and curate gender-sensitive and inclusive district development plans, monitoring frameworks, and evaluations specifically tailored for underdeveloped or marginalized districts.
  • Assist in developing SMART indicators to monitor the gender inclusion, diversity, and social inclusion of project-supported initiatives and awarded consultancy services.
  • Provide data strengthening support by developing a disaggregated data system at provincial and district levels, focusing on policy-oriented data collection to fortify SDGs monitoring and reporting.
  • Extend technical support to government entities in monitoring, tracking, and reporting expenditures at the provincial and district levels. This includes analysing PSDP alignment with the SDG Agenda 2030 and identifying capacity constraints for integration into development planning.
  • Collect, analyse, and synthesize micro and macro-economic data and information related to the status of social protection and inclusion, especially in the marginalized districts of Punjab, and propose policy options to relevant government departments.
  • Provide top-quality and innovative policy advisory support to the Government and facilitate capacity development and knowledge building in support of pro-poor growth and the achievement in the priority policy areas.
  • Address challenges related to suboptimal private sector partnerships for reducing the financing gap, while also focusing on innovative strategies to optimize limited fiscal resources.

Strategic Partnerships, Knowledge Management, and Dissemination

  • Establish dynamic and diversified partnership platforms, ensuring effective inclusion of grassroots communities, movements, and marginalized groups to amplify voices and actions.
  • Keep abreast of regional and global socio-economic trends and issues and analyse their implications for the realization of envisaged targets in the project's priority policy areas.
  • Develop policy briefs and conduct policy dialogues on the success stories, best practices, challenges, and opportunities for evidence-based social protection and inclusion.

The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Requirements

Education:

  • Advanced university degree (master's degree or equivalent) in Economics, Public Policy, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or related disciplines is required. Or A first-level university degree (bachelor's degree) in above -mentioned fields of study, with an additional two years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:

  • Minimum 5 years (with master's degree) or 7 years (with bachelor's degree) of progressively responsible experience in Policy Development, Research, Informed Planning, Capacity Building, and Data Analytics at the national or international levels.
  • Experience in the use of computers, office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.), and web-based management systems, and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages.
  • Experience in and foundational knowledge and skills including policy landscape and management expertise.
  • Experience in and ability to communicate and function effectively with diverse stakeholders in national, international, and multicultural environments.
  • Organizational knowledge and experience including strategic planning, decision-making self-management, emotional intelligence, conflict management, delivery, communication, and negotiating skills.
  • Experience in research, data management and analysis, economic forecasting, digital inclusion, monitoring, and implementation, and gauging meso and macro-level impact and needs assessments, delivery, and budget.
  • Demonstrated expertise in Policy Development: Proven track record in providing policy guidance and strategic technical assistance in socio-economic development, focusing on inclusive governance, equitable planning, and community-driven interventions.
  • Prior experience of SDGs, Agenda 2030, MAPS Approach, provincial policies and priorities, policy integration approach, and innovation, social protection, and inclusion.
  • Experience in and an understanding of the Punjab context.
  • Experience in working, liaising, and collaborating with governments, NGOs, civil society organizations, and public international organizations.

Language Requirement:

  • Fluency in English and Urdu is required.
  • Knowledge of other local languages is an asset.
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