UNDP Systems Design & Development Economics Analyst || Apply Now |

The Lab closely works under the guidance of the Regional Innovation and Digital Unit of UNDP in Asia Pacific as well as other arms of UNDP like the Strategic Innovation Unit, Chief Digital Office, Bureau of Policy and Programme Support etc. at the UNDP Headquarters.Against this backdrop, UNDP seeks to recruit a Systems Design & Development Economics Analyst for Citra Lab’s next iteration. The Systems Design & Development Economics Analyst will be responsible for effectively drive systems design and development economics initiatives, contributing to the overall goal of public sector transformation and sustainable development in Sri Lanka.

Duties and Responsibilities of Systems Design

Systems Design and Analysis

• Conduct thorough systems analysis to understand the current state, identify inefficiencies, and propose innovative solutions.
• Apply systems thinking methodologies to design integrated and holistic solutions that address root causes of systemic issues.
• Mainstream systems thinking and portfolio logic across various teams within UNDP SriLanka.

Development Economics Research and Analysis

• Conduct research on development economics, focusing on the economic and social challenges facing Sri Lanka which can inform Citra’s interventions.
• Analyze economic data and trends to inform the design and implementation of policies and programmes.

Policy Design and Implementation

• Collaborate with government partners and stakeholders to ensure policies are practical, feasible, and aligned with national priorities.
• Monitor and evaluate the implementation of policies to ensure they achieve desired outcomes and make necessary adjustments.

Reporting and Partnership Development

• Prepare and submit regular reports on the progress and impact of systems design and development economics initiatives to Citra Lab’s stakeholders.
• Identify and secure funding opportunities to support systems design and development economics initiatives.
• Develop partnerships with local and international organizations to expand the reach and impact of Citra Lab’s work.
• Engage in joint resource mobilization, writing/coordinating proposals to help enhance Citra’s resource pipeline for public sector innovation and digital projects.

Knowledge Management and Dissemination

• Establish a knowledge management system to capture and share best practices, lessons learned, and success stories
• Create platforms for knowledge exchange among public sector employees, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
• Create/ contribute content/ activities to various in-country/ regional communities of policymakers aimed at building new capabilities within government officials.

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Required Skills and Experience

Education:

• Advanced University degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in development studies , development economics, international relations, public policy, governance, or a related area. OR
• A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) 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 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 innovation, management, project coordination or a related area.
• Experience in innovation and project management
• Experience with multi-stakeholder coordination and working with multiple stakeholders in the context of socioeconomics, development economics and innovation or related area is preferred.
• Experience in digital transformation, economics and development research and systems design initiatives will be an asset.
• Prior experience working in an innovation lab, economic research, design thinking and systemic design will be an asset.
• Prior work experience with UN entity or development organization will be an added advantage.

Required languages:

• Fluency in Sinhala and/or Tamil with excellent English communication skills.

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