1. POSITION VACANT: Project Associate – Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E), Hyderabad Telangana, SAMS-UNDP

2. ORGANISATIONAL BACKGROUND:

Our Client, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), works in about 170 countries and territories, helping to eradicate poverty, reduce inequalities and exclusion, and build resilience so countries can sustain progress. As the UN’s development agency, UNDP plays a critical role in helping countries achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.

UNDP has been working in India since 1951 in almost all areas of human development - from systems and institutional strengthening to inclusive growth and sustainable livelihoods, as well as sustainable energy, environment and resilience. With projects and programmes in every state and union territory in India, UNDP works with national and subnational government, and diverse development actors to deliver people-centric results, particularly for the most vulnerable and marginalized communities. As the integrator for collective action on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) within the UN system, we are committed to support the Government of India’s national development vision and priorities and accelerate the achievement of the SDGs for the people and the planet.

UNDP India’s new Country Programme (2023-2027) builds on the prior work and aims to provide an integrated approach to development solutions in three strategic portfolios:  

·       Strong, accountable and evidence-led institutions for accelerated achievement of the SDGs

·       Enhanced economic opportunities and social protection to reduce inequality, with a focus on the marginalized

·       Climate-smart solutions, sustainable ecosystems and resilient development for reduced vulnerability

For more information about UNDP India, please visit https://www.undp.org/india

PROJECT BACKGROUND:

India’s rapidly expanding electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) sector is a key driver of

economic growth, digital transformation, and industrial development. However, the sector’s

largely linear production and consumption model-characterized by high material intensity, short

product lifecycles, and limited recovery of secondary resourceshas resulted in growing resource

inefficiencies and a significant increase in electronic waste (e-waste). E-waste contains

hazardous substances such as heavy metals, persistent organic pollutants (POPs), and other

toxic chemicals, and in India a substantial share continues to be managed by the informal

sector using unsafe and environmentally unsound practices, posing serious risks to human

health, environmental quality, and long-term sustainability.

Transitioning the electronics sector towards a circular economy offers a strategic pathway to

address these challenges holistically. Beyond improving environmentally sound management of

e-waste, circularity enables more efficient use of materials, recovery of critical and precious

resources, longer product lifetimes through repair, refurbishment and reuse, and reduced

dependence on virgin raw materials. As such, addressing e-waste challenges is not only an

environmental imperative but also an economic and industrial opportunity to strengthen

domestic value chains, enhance resource security, promote innovation, and create safe, formal,

and inclusive livelihoods across the electronics ecosystem.

UNDP in partnership with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) is

implementing the project namely “Accelerating transition to a circular economy in India’s

electrical and electronic sector through sustainable integrated approaches” with funding from

the Global Environment Facility (GEF). The project is a five-year initiative and aims to integrate

circular economy principles in the electrical and electronic sector by implementing measures

throughout the entire value chain of products till their end-of-life (including recycling and

disposal) through the proposed interventions:

·     Strengthen the institutional mechanisms and develop knowledge-based interventions including design of innovative economic models.

·     Improve practices, systems and technologies for the EEE Manufacturing and its Supply

    Chain through prevention methods and socio-technical ESM models/pilots aimed for future replication.

·     Improve the e-waste management ecosystem by deploying investments, prevention measures, infrastructures and technologies for POPs and UPOPs and heavy metals

     emissions/releases reduction in e-waste processing.

·     Make information and knowledge accessible, raise awareness and build networks and

    partnerships to facilitate knowledge sharing among the EEE sector stakeholders,

    national and subnational Governments, and link national action to international/global

    programmes on e-waste.

The Centre for Materials for Electronics Technology (CMET) in Hyderabad is the implementing partner of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) for the project. To support effective implementation, a Project Management Unit (PMU) will be established in CMET Hyderabad to support day-to-day coordination, implementation, monitoring and reporting. The Project Associate – M&E under the guidance of the Project Manager will support monitoring, documentation, reporting, and knowledge management functions to ensure results are tracked, evidence-based, and aligned with UNDP and GEF requirements.

3. JOB PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF WORK (SOW):

The Project Associate - M&E will support effective monitoring, documentation, reporting and knowledge management for the project. The role focuses on tracking progress against the results framework, supporting preparation of reports, documenting lessons learned, and ensuring timely availability of data and evidence for decision-making, audits, and evaluation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the overall supervision of the National Project Coordinator, Ministry of Electronics and

Information Technology, the Project Associate will undertake the following responsibilities:

1.   Monitoring and Results Tracking

·       Support tracking of project objectives, outcomes & output indicators, milestones, and targets in line with the approved Results Framework and Annual Work Plans.

·       Maintain activity trackers, indicator matrices, and progress dashboards.

·       Assist in compiling data and evidence from project partners, consultants, and service providers.

·       Support compliance with UNDP Monitoring and Evaluation standards, GEF requirements, and gender-responsive monitoring approaches.

2.   Reporting

·       Support preparation of quarterly and annual progress reports, including inputs for UNDP and GEF reporting.

·       Compile and organize supporting documentation for results reporting, audits, and evaluations.

·       Assist in drafting sections of reports, summaries, and briefing notes, as required.

·       Assist in providing inputs and documentation for mid-term reviews, terminal evaluations, and audits.

3.   Knowledge Management & Documentation

·       Document lessons learned, good practices, and case studies emerging from project activities and pilots.

·       Support development of knowledge products, presentations, and communication materials in coordination with the Project Manager and Technical Coordinator.

·       Maintain an organized digital repository of project documents and deliverables.

4.   Coordination & Support Functions

·       Coordinate with project stakeholders including consultants to ensure timely submission of data and deliverables.

·       Assist in organizing Project Steering Committee (PSC), Technical Advisory Committee (TAC), and other stakeholder meetings, including preparation of background notes and follow-up actions.

·       Prepare meeting materials, take minutes, and track follow-up actions related to monitoring and reporting.

5.   Other Responsibilities

Perform any other tasks assigned by the Project Manager to support effective project delivery.

4. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES: 

Qualification:

Bachelor’s degree in economics, statistics, environmental sciences, public policy, development studies, management, or a related field.

Experience:

·       Minimum of 3 to 5 years of relevant professional experience in monitoring, evaluation, reporting, or programme support functions, preferably in environment and sustainability.

·       Experience of working with government institutions, stakeholders, or technical agencies will be an asset.

Required Skills:

·       Good understanding of results-based management and basic monitoring and evaluation concepts.

·       Strong analytical and documentation skills, with attention to detail.

·       Experience in preparing or supporting progress reports and data tracking.

·       Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and document management systems.

·       Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders and meet reporting deadlines.

Core Competencies:

·       Results-oriented and proactive approach to work.

·       Experience in preparing or supporting progress reports and data tracking.

·       Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders and meet reporting deadlines.

·       Strong written and verbal communication skills.

·       Sensitivity to gender, social, and environmental considerations.

5. LANGUAGES:

Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English is essential.

6. DURATION OF ASSIGNMENT: Twelve months (Renewable based on performance and other factors)

7. CONSULTANCY FEE:

The monthly consultancy fee for the position is budgeted at INR 84,287/-. The professional fee will be subject to withholding taxes, as applicable.

8. NATURE OF ENGAGEMENT:

The selected candidate shall be engaged as a Consultant on the rolls of SAMS, a third-party payrolling agency, for a full-time consultancy engagement for a period of one year. It is explicitly clarified that this consultancy engagement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of future employment, with SAMS, or our client, or any other organization associated with the project. 

09. LOCATION: Hyderabad, Telangana

10. REFERENCE: PA-ME-HYD

11. CONTACT INFORMATION:

Team SAMS
Strategic Alliance Management Services P Ltd.
1/1B, Choudhary Hetram House, Bharat Nagar
New Friends Colony, New Delhi 110 025
Phone Nos.: 011- 4081 9900; 4165 3612

www.sams.co.in

12. APPLICATION PROCESS:

Eligible candidates interested in the position are requested to upload their applications by or before 03 July 2026.