People Development Analyst

The People Development Analyst will support the Talent Development Unit in implementing learning initiatives that enhance role readiness and professional growth for people managers in UNDP. By developing scalable solutions, conducting market research, and fostering strategic partnerships, the analyst will help equip UNDP personnel—especially mid-level supervisors—with essential skills. Through digital learning innovations and data-driven improvements, they will contribute to building an agile, well-prepared workforce.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The People Development Analyst will have the following key responsibilities:

Role Readiness Programme Implementation:

• Contribute to the planning, implementation, and evaluation of learning and professional development initiatives that promote role readiness for People Managers.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of a portfolio of scalable, cost-effective learning solutions that meet the needs of UNDPs country offices and regional bureaus.
• Conduct market research to identify emerging business-driven learning opportunities such as executive training and role readiness certification programmes.

Content Development & Digital Learning Innovation:

• Design, update, and enhance learning materials, including presentations, guides, case studies, multimedia resources, and role-specific content to enhance training impact.
• Integrate innovative digital learning methodologies, and technology-driven solutions to improve training delivery and engagement.
• Monitor and analyze programme effectiveness, using participant feedback and data-driven insights to enhance learning solutions.
• Develop targeted business  -oriented learning strategies that align professional development with UNDPs broader strategic goals.

Partnership Development and Portfolio Growth:

• Foster and strengthen strategic partnerships with UNDP country offices, regional bureaus, and other internal and external stakeholders to enhance the reach and impact of people management development programmes.
• Identify and pursue collaborative opportunities with academic institutions, development agencies, and private sector organizations to co-develop capacity-building initiatives.
• Conduct market analysis and needs assessments to align learning and development offerings with emerging workforce trends and organizational priorities.
• Explore opportunities for scaling and diversifying UNDP’s learning programmes, ensuring sustainability and long-term value for personnel and partner units/organizations.

Strategic Positioning, Outreach & Knowledge Sharing:

• Enhance the visibility and impact of UNDPs People Management role readiness programmes through targeted outreach and strategic communication.
• Plan, coordinate, and support high-level training events, such as the People Managers Role Readiness Bootcamp, virtual peer learning labs, and any other global knowledge sharing initiatives for this function.
• Collaborate with UNDPs communication teams, talent development managers and people managers to ensure effective dissemination of learning opportunities across UNDP platforms, regional networks, etc.
• Develop and share success stories, case studies, and best practices to showcase the impact of the Talent Development Unit’s efforts, reinforcing its position as a leader in workforce transformation and capacity building. The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.

Required Skills and Experience:

Education:

• Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Human Resources, Adult Education, Business Development or related Social Sciences is required OR
• A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the areas stated above, in combination with an additional 2 years of qualifying experience will be given due consideration in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years (with master´s degree) or 4 years (with Bachelor´s degree) of relevant experience in learning, talent development and business-driven training solutions is required.

Required skills:

• Proven track record of designing and delivering impactful learning solutions.
• Experience in developing intuitive and engaging digital learning programmes that enhance user experience and accessibility.
• Proven track record of strong background in conducting research and designing business-aligned learning solutions that address market and organizational needs.
• Demonstrated success in stakeholder engagement and partnership management, ensuring high-quality learning experiences and customer satisfaction.
• Expertise in promoting learning initiatives through strategic communication, branding, and outreach efforts to maximize visibility and impact.

Required Language:

• Fluency in English is required.
• Knowledge of another UN language such as French or Spanish is desirable.

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