Associate - DRR, Climate Change and Resilience
Quick answer
UNFPA Odisha is hiring an entry-level Associate to support research, documentation, and stakeholder mapping in climate change, disaster risk reduction, and gender and social inclusion in Bhubaneswar, India, with a monthly living allowance of INR 56,126.74.
- Role
- Associate - DRR, Climate Change and Resilience
- Organization
- UNFPA
- Location
- Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- INR 56,126.74 per month, plus USD 350 entry lump sum, relocation costs of $175 at the beginning and end of the assignment, and an exit allowance of $120 for each month served upon successful completion of the assignment
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
- Apply by
- 2026-12-31
The role
The UNFPA Odisha State Office is seeking an Associate to support preliminary research, desk review, data and evidence compilation, documentation, and stakeholder mapping in the areas of climate change, disaster risk reduction, and gender and social inclusion.
What you'll do
- Support preliminary desk research and evidence compilation on the linkages between climate change, disaster risk, environmental vulnerability, population dynamics, demographic change, gender and social vulnerability in Odisha.
- Support the preparation of short background notes, policy briefs, presentations, concept notes and talking points on selected issues relating to climate resilience, DRR, demographic resilience, gender and population dynamics.
- Assist in mapping relevant Government policies, programmes, institutions, academic and research organisations and development partners working on climate change, environment, DRR, resilience and related areas in Odisha.
- Support documentation of the work and partnership between UNFPA and OSDMA, including relevant initiatives, tools, capacity-building activities and the work of the Gender and Inclusion Cell.
- Support documentation of good practices, lessons and emerging experiences from Odisha relating to gender-transformative DRR, climate adaptation, social inclusion and community resilience.
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree
- Demonstrated interest and/or experience in climate change, disaster risk reduction, environment, resilience, population dynamics, gender or related development themes
- Skills in research, data and clear written communication
- Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be highly regarded.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive coverage for health, life, and malicious acts, 2.5 days of annual leave per month, access to UNV's learning and career development resources
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.
What is the compensation?
The compensation includes a monthly living allowance of INR 56,126.74, plus USD 350 entry lump sum, relocation costs of $175 at the beginning and end of the assignment, and an exit allowance of $120 for each month served upon successful completion of the assignment.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, demonstrated interest and/or experience in climate change, disaster risk reduction, environment, resilience, population dynamics, gender or related development themes, and skills in research, data and clear written communication.
How can I apply?
Applications should be submitted by the end of the year, and more information can be found at https://app.unv.org/calculator.
How to apply
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