Policy Specialist (Remote)

About the role

The Policy Specialist will support UNDP’s Global Partnership for Effective Development Co‑operation (GPEDC) by providing policy analysis, evidence generation and strategic advice to enhance development effectiveness worldwide. Working remotely, the specialist will collaborate with the Effective Development Cooperation Team, UN Country Teams and a broad range of multilateral and civil‑society partners.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct policy research and analysis on development effectiveness and the GPEDC work programme.
• Prepare briefing notes, reports and guidance documents for senior UNDP officials and external partners.
• Support the design and implementation of monitoring exercises and country dialogues.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and outreach activities to promote political awareness and behaviour change.
• Coordinate with the OECD‑UNDP Joint Support Team and other stakeholders to ensure alignment of partnership activities.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree in public policy, international development, economics or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in policy analysis, programme monitoring or development cooperation.
• Strong written communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting and manage multiple tasks.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to influence global development policy within the United Nations system.
• Flexible remote work arrangement.
• Professional development and networking with international experts.