1. POSITION VACANT: Project Co-ordinator, New Delhi, 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 Project Coordinator will be based at MeitY and will play a critical role in ensuring effective coordination between MeitY, C-MET, UNDP, and other project stakeholders.

The position will support overall project oversight, inter-agency coordination, policy alignment, and monitoring of project implementation, ensuring that project activities remain aligned with national priorities, regulatory frameworks, and institutional processes.

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

The Project Coordinator will support overall coordination, oversight, and facilitation of project implementation at the national level, ensuring effective collaboration between implementing partners, timely decision-making, and alignment with government priorities and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities:

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

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

1.   Project Coordination & Oversight

·       Act as the nodal coordination point within MeitY for the project.

·       Facilitate coordination between MeitY, C-MET, UNDP, and other implementing partners.

·       Support the National Project Coordinator in overseeing project implementation and ensuring alignment with approved Annual Work Plans (AWPs).

·       Track progress of project activities and flag delays, risks, or implementation bottlenecks.

·       Ensure timely inputs and approvals from MeitY for project activities.

2.   Government Interface and Policy Alignment

·       Ensure alignment of project activities with national policies, E-waste Management Rules, and related government initiatives.

·       Support engagement with line ministries, CPCB, State Governments, and regulatory bodies.

·       Provide inputs to ensure that project outputs contribute to policy strengthening and regulatory improvements.

·       Facilitate integration of project learnings into government programmes and schemes..

3.   Planning, Reporting and Documentation

·       Support preparation and review of Annual Work Plans (AWPs), progress reports, and PSC meeting documents and presentations.

·       Consolidate inputs from C-MET and other stakeholders for reporting to MeitY and UNDP

·       Ensure timely submission of reports, updates, and documentation as required.

4.   Monitoring, Reporting and Knowledge Management

·       Support tracking of project results framework indicators, risk registrer & mitigation measures, SESP & safeguards compliance, and gender action plan implementation

·       Coordinate with PMU and UNDP to ensure compliance with project requirements and government procedures

5.   Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

·       Facilitate coordination and collaboration with government agencies, industry stakeholders, research institutions, civil society organizations, and other partners involved in the project.

·       Support organization of PSC meetings, technical consultations, and inter-miniterial meetings.

6.   Knowledge Management & Communication

·       Support documentation of key project learnings, best practices, and policy insights.

·       Facilitate dissemination of project outcomes within government systems and platforms.

·       Support development of briefing notes, presentations, and policy inputs.

7.   Other Responsibilities

·       Perform any other tasks assigned by MeitY to support effective project implementation.

4. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES: 

Qualification:

Advanced university degrees (Master’s level or equivalent) in public policy, environmental management, economics, engineering, management, or a related field.

Experience:

·     At least 8 years of relevant professional experience in project coordination, public policy or programme management in areas pertaining to e-waste management, solid waste management, circular economy, or related environmental projects.

·     Experience working with government institutions, ministries, or large-scale development projects.

·     Experience in multi-stakeholder coordination and inter-agency processes is highly desirable.

Required Skills:

·       Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills

·       Ability to work with government systems and processes

·       Excellent drafting and communication skills

·       Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities

·       Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Competencies:

1. Technical Competencies

·       Understanding of policy and regulatory frameworks in India, particularly in the electronics, waste management, or environmental sectors

·       Knowledge of project management and coordination mechanisms

·       Ability to translate policy directions into operational actions

2. Core Competencies:

·       Professionalism: Demonstrates sound judgment, technical integrity, and a high standard of work quality; takes responsibility for meeting commitments and deadlines.

·       Planning and organizing: Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and support timely delivery of project activities in a dynamic environment.

·       Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly to diverse audiences.

·       Stakeholder Engagement and Teamwork: Proven ability to work collaboratively with government counterparts, technical experts, private sector actors, and multidisciplinary teams.

·       Problem Solving and Adaptability: Demonstrates analytical thinking and the ability to respond constructively to technical and operational challenges.

·       Integrity and Respect for Diversity: Upholds ethical standards and demonstrates sensitivity to cultural, gender, and social considerations in professional interactions.

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 1,30,000/-. 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: New Delhi

10. REFERENCE: PC-DL

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.