Tiered Approach
In line with the commitment to safeguard capacity and support personnel already
in the Organization, a majority of UNDP UNCDF/UNV vacancies are advertised using
a tiered application process whereby:
Tier 0: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV IP staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term (FTA)
appointments, whose posts will be abolished, or contracts will be terminated
or not renewed during 2026.
Tier 1: Other UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding permanent (PA) and fixed-term
(FTA) appointments
Tier 2: UNDP/UNCDF/UNV staff holding temporary appointments (TA), personnel
on regular PSA contracts, and Expert and Specialist UN Volunteers
Tier 3 or no tier indicated: All other contract types from UNDP/UNCDF/UNV and
other agencies, and other external candidates
Please make note of the Tier(s) indicated in the vacancy title, if any, and
ensure that you satisfy the eligibility to apply.
Background
Job Purpose and Organizational Context
UNDP is the knowledge frontier organization for sustainable development in the
UN Development System and serves as the integrator for collective action to
realize the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNDP's policy work carried out
at HQ, Regional and Country Office levels, forms a contiguous spectrum of deep
local knowledge to cutting-edge global perspectives and advocacy. In this
context, UNDP invests in the Global Policy Network (GPN), 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.
Within the GPN, the Bureau for Policy and Programme Support (BPPS) has the
responsibility for developing all relevant policy and guidance to support the
results of UNDP's Strategic Plan. BPPS's staff provides technical advice to
Country Offices, advocates for UNDP corporate messages, represents UNDP at
multi-stakeholder fora including public-private dialogues, government and civil
society dialogues, and engages in UN inter-agency coordination in specific
thematic areas. BPPS works closely with UNDP's Crisis Bureau (CB) to support
emergency and crisis response. BPPS ensures that issues of risk are fully
integrated into UNDP's development programmes. BPPS assists UNDP and partners
to achieve higher quality development results through an integrated approach
that links results-based management and performance monitoring with more
effective and new ways of working. BPPS supports UNDP and partners to be more
innovative, knowledge and data-driven including in its programme support
efforts.
UNDP has achieved significant progress in making gender equality and women’s
empowerment integral to its work on human development. It’s Gender Equality
Strategy 2026-2029 builds on the lessons and achievements of previous gender
equality strategies and advances gender equality as a core accelerator of human
development. The Strategy aims to support governments in transforming the
systems, institutions, and power structures that perpetuate gender inequalities
by placing gender equality at the center of political, economic, and
environmental decision-making.
The Gender Team (BPPS) has the leading role in the implementation of the Gender
Equality Strategy 2026-2029. The Gender Equality Global Programme (GEGP) serves
as a key vehicle for advancing this agenda, including Outcome 1: Economies are
inclusive, and women are economically empowered. Under this outcome, UNDP
supports countries in developing and implementing gender-responsive economic and
fiscal policies, strengthening public finance systems, expanding investments in
the care economy, and generating evidence on the impacts of taxation, public
expenditure, and social protection policies on gender equality. Through
research, policy advisory services, and capacity development, the Programme
contributes to ensuring that public resources and fiscal reforms support more
inclusive, equitable, and sustainable development outcomes for gender equality.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Econometrician, under the supervision of the Gender Specialist on Inclusive
Economies, will:
1. Ensure the application of econometric analysis and quantitative research to
advance Inclusive Economies:
Design and apply econometric and quantitative methods to assess impacts of
economic, social and distributional outcomes related to inequality, care
systems and gender equality.
Conduct impact evaluations, causal inference studies, forecasting exercises,
and scenario analyses to generate evidence on inclusive economic development.
Contribute to the preparation of technical reports, policy briefs, research
papers and knowledge products to support evidence-based policy making.
Produce analytical reports, technical papers, policy briefs, visualizations,
and presentations that translate complex quantitative findings into
actionable policy recommendations
Collaborate with national stakeholders and development partners to strengthen
the use of data and evidence in advancing inclusive economies.
2. Ensure the application of quantitative models, data systems and analytical
tools:
Design and implement econometric models, simulations and statistical analyses
to evaluate the effectiveness and distributional impacts of economic and
social policies.
Apply econometric methods to assess the effectiveness of public policies and
investments aimed at reducing inequalities and promoting inclusive
development outcomes.
Develop analytical outputs, visualizations and technical documentation to
communicate findings to policymakers and other stakeholders.
Synthesize emerging evidence, global best practices, and lessons learned in
feminist economics, care policy, economic inclusion, and social development.
3. Ensure the development of monitoring, evaluation and indicator frameworks:
Support the design of indicators and measurement frameworks to assess
progress on inclusive economic development, gender equality, care systems and
crisis recovery.
Develop statistical and econometric approaches for tracking policy outcomes,
programme effectiveness, and socio-economic impacts across diverse
populations.
Support the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation
frameworks, methodologies, and results-based management systems.
Contribute to the development of methodological guidance and tools for
measuring economic inclusion, care outcomes, resilience, and social
well-being.
4. Provide support for the implementation of the Gender Team’s priorities
related to inclusive economies and gender equality and facilitate knowledge
sharing
Support the development of policy recommendations, technical guidance, and
knowledge products to strengthen inclusive and equitable economic outcomes.
Contribute to the development and tracking of indicators, data systems, and
results frameworks to monitor progress and inform decision-making.
Contribute to regional and global knowledge networks and communities of
practice focused on inclusive economies.
Participate in knowledge-sharing initiatives and support the dissemination of
evidence, lessons learned, and good practices to advance inclusive economies.
The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed
necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.
Institutional Arrangement
The Econometrician works under the general supervision of the Gender Specialist
on Inclusive Economies.
Competencies
Core
Achieve Results: LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to
details, delivers quality work by deadline
Think Innovatively: LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic
problem solver, makes improvements
Learn Continuously: LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge,
learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
Adapt with Agility: LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles
ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible
Act with Determination: LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver
calmly in face of adversity, confident
Engage and Partner: LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards
others, forms positive relationships
Enable Diversity and Inclusion: LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences,
aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination
Cross-Functional & Technical competencies
2030 Agenda: Engagement & Effectiveness
SDG Integration
Economic Forecasting
2030 Agenda: Peace
Governance
Public Sector Strengthening and Innovation
2030 Agenda: People
Gender:
Gender Equality and Institutional Transformation
Gender and Intersectional Analysis
2030 Agenda: Prosperity
Inclusive Growth: Fiscal Sustainability
Business Management
Working with Evidence and Data
Ability to inspect, cleanse, transform and model data with the goal of
discovering useful information, informing conclusions and supporting
decision-making
Business Direction and Strategy
System Thinking
Ability to use objective problem analysis and judgement to understand how
interrelated elements coexist within an overall process or system, and to
consider how altering one element can impact on other parts of the
system
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
Advanced university degrees (master’s degree or equivalent) in Economics,
Gender Equality, Development Finance, or Public Administration, or other
related areas are required. OR
A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the above-mentioned
field of study, in combination with an additional two years of qualifying
experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university
degree.
Experience:
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 in Econometric
Analysis, Economic Research, Policy Evaluation, or Development Analytics.
Desired skills:
Familiarity with the design and implementation of monitoring, evaluation, and
learning (MEL) frameworks, including the development of indicators and
results measurement systems.
Experience supporting the development of data platforms, dashboards,
knowledge management systems, and digital tools for evidence generation and
policy decision-making.
Previous work experience with UN agencies, international financial
institutions, or development partners;
Demonstrated ability to conduct applied research on inclusive economies,
feminist economics, care systems, labor markets, and social protection.
Advanced knowledge and experience in application of econometric theory,
statistical analysis, and quantitative research methods.
Proven experience in applying econometric techniques, including impact
evaluation, causal inference, forecasting, and microsimulation modelling.
Demonstrated ability to develop and manage data platforms, ensure data
quality, and support evidence-based decision-making.
Experience working with large-scale household surveys, administrative
datasets, labor market data, national accounts, and socioeconomic databases
Experience and strong knowledge of gender economics, women’s economic
empowerment, gender gaps in labour markets, unpaid care work, financial
inclusion, poverty and inequality, and gender-responsive policies and
programmes.
Expertise in econometric modelling, causal inference, impact evaluation,
statistical analysis, and management of large-scale gender-disaggregated
datasets using tools
Required Language(s)
Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required.
Equal opportunity
As an equal opportunity employer, UNDP values diversity as an expression of the
multiplicity of nations and cultures where we operate and, as such, we encourage
qualified applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in the
organization. Our employment decisions are based on merit and suitability for
the role, without discrimination.
UNDP is also committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all personnel
are empowered to contribute to our mission, are valued, can thrive, and benefit
from career opportunities that are open to all.
Sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse of authority
UNDP does not tolerate harassment, sexual harassment, exploitation,
discrimination and abuse of authority. All selected candidates, therefore,
undergo relevant checks and are expected to adhere to the respective standards
and principles.
Right to select multiple candidates
UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy
announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying
to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and
with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
Use of AI by candidates
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responsibly in UNDP recruitment and selection
[https://www.undp.org/careers/using-ai-responsibly-undp-recruitment-and-selection]
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