Policy Analyst Lazio

Policy Analyst
Roma
Lazio, Lazio

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**Office/Unit/Project Description

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.

The central purpose of the Rome Centre is to ensure the effective implementation and further development of the strategic partnership between UNDP and the government of Italy across the objectives of sustainable development and in doing so advancing the broader partnership between UNDP and G7 and G20 countries.

Moreover, the Rome Centre also has a broader mandate to engage with the Italian ecosystem as a whole, which involves close collaboration with key actors in the public and private sector, with the aim to effectively mobilize financial resources for development objectives.

To guarantee the effective implementation of the Rome Centre's workplan, and indeed to ensure the strategic and long-term impact of both its programmes, the Centre will develop broader strategic partnerships and reinforce the overall collaboration with Italy and other meaningful partners.

Delivering on its programmes, the Rome Centre will provide support to the international cooperation efforts of Italy, and it will support UNDP's global policy initiatives.

Recognizing that change will be disruptive, UNDP will work to ensure that such transitions are just, and that their impact on vulnerable people is understood and duly mitigated.

**Scope of Work

**Policy and Strategic Contributions

- Prepare background policy notes, documentation, reports, and conduct research and analysis to provide analytical inputs on the policy field.

- Support the strategic priorities of the UNDP Rome Centre, the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, and the Directorate-General for Development Cooperation, including initiatives such as the Mattei Plan for Africa, the G7 Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment, and the follow-up of G7 Italian commitments.

- Contribute to the design and preparation of policy deliverables and initiatives in areas such as sustainable development, infrastructure, investments, energy, and digital transformation.

- Lead and support activities related to the follow-up of Italy's commitments during its G7 2024 Presidency. Anticipate potential challenges and proactively offer solutions to support informed decision-making, particularly regarding sustainable development, infrastructure, investments, digitalization, climate, and energy.

**Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement

- Support the organization of relevant meetings, outreach activities, consensus-building processes, and negotiations in collaboration with the UNDP and the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.

- Work closely with the Directorate-General for Development Cooperation and other relevant ministries, national and international organizations, and stakeholders to ensure effective coordination and alignment of efforts.

- Facilitate close coordination with the UNDP Rome Centre and other UNDP directorates to ensure valuable contributions to the Italian cooperation development deliverables. Hold regular policy strategy meetings with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring coherence across different areas of activity.

**Research and Analysis Support

- Prepare policy documents, work plans, briefing notes, and reports, and monitor the implementation of programs, presenting clear options and recommendations to senior management. Provide research and analysis support to inform policy decision-making, particularly in the areas of sustainable development, energy, infrastructure, investments, and human security, ensuring alignment with UNDP's broader vision.

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