Overview
Formulate and validate the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) 2027–2031 for the Maldives through a participatory and evidence-based process.
Tasks Summary
- Conduct initial desk review and develop inception report.
- Facilitate internal UN visioning and strategic analysis.
- Lead UN Strategic Planning and Prioritization Process.
- Draft the UNSDCF narrative.
- Develop the Results Matrix.
- Organize and facilitate the UNSDCF validation workshop.
- Support the configuration of the UN Country Team.
Experience Requirements
- Minimum of 12 years of progressively responsible professional experience in strategic planning, development cooperation, programming, policy analysis, or results-based management, preferably within the UN system or international development organizations.
- Demonstrated experience in the formulation of UN Cooperation Frameworks (UNSDCFs), Country Analyses (CAs), or similar multi-agency strategic frameworks in different country contexts.
- Proven expertise in applying programming principles including human rights-based approach (HRBA), gender equality and women’s empowerment, Leave No One Behind (LNOB), environmental sustainability, and resilience.
- Extensive knowledge of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the SDGs, with experience in SDG localization, monitoring and reporting processes.
- Familiarity with the latest UNSDCF Guidance and its operationalization.
- Sound knowledge of the UN reform agenda, UN development system repositioning, and the role of the UN Resident Coordinator system.
- Experience in designing and facilitating participatory, inclusive multi-stakeholder consultations and strategic prioritization workshops.
- Ability to synthesize complex information and deliver high-quality analytical reports under tight deadlines.
- Prior experience working in Small Island Developing States (SIDS), upper middle income countries, especially past experience in Maldives, is highly desirable.
Qualification Requirements
Advanced university degree (master’s or equivalent) in development studies, economics, social sciences, public policy, international relations, or a related field.
