Online Volunteer for AI Applications

Job Posting Organization:
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is a global organization that aims to eradicate poverty and reduce inequalities through sustainable development. Established in 1965, UNDP operates in approximately 170 countries and territories, working with governments and people to address their development challenges. The Bureau for Policy and Programme Support (BPPS) is a key component of UNDP, responsible for developing policies and guidance to support the implementation of UNDP's Strategic Plan. BPPS staff provide technical advice, advocate for corporate messages, and engage in multi-stakeholder dialogues, ensuring that risk management is integrated into development programs.

Job Overview:
The Online Volunteer position is part of the SDG Integration Team within UNDP’s Global Policy Network (GPN). This team focuses on providing support to country offices for the national implementation and monitoring of integrated policy solutions. Volunteers will engage in annotating policy documents for artificial intelligence (AI) applications, which is crucial for developing a high-quality human-labeled dataset that will enhance UNDP's document-processing capabilities. The role emphasizes the importance of evidence-driven data and analytics in achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs). Volunteers will gain practical experience in data annotation, which is a foundational process in AI development, and will have the opportunity to connect with UNDP's data team, gaining insights into the role of data in global development initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Attend an online induction session during the first week of the assignment to understand the objectives and guidelines.
• Visually annotate policy documents using a web-based annotation tool, adhering to the provided guidelines.
• Perform quality checks on annotations to ensure they meet the required standards.
• Meet the minimum contribution threshold of annotations throughout the assignment to ensure successful completion.
• Collaborate with data team members and participate in discussions to enhance the quality of the annotations.
• Complete a brief online assessment to verify computer literacy and annotation skills prior to the assignment.
• Provide feedback on the annotation process and suggest improvements where applicable.

Required Qualifications:

• Basic computer literacy and familiarity with web-based tools.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and guidelines for annotation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in work.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and processes.
• Previous experience in data annotation or related fields is a plus but not mandatory.

Educational Background:
While there are no specific educational requirements for this volunteer position, a background in data science, computer science, social sciences, or related fields may be beneficial. Candidates should demonstrate an understanding of data annotation processes and their relevance to AI development.

Experience:
No prior experience is required for this volunteer role, but candidates should possess a willingness to learn and engage with the annotation process. Previous participation in similar initiatives or familiarity with AI applications will be considered an advantage.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory, as all instructions and communications will be conducted in English. Knowledge of additional languages may be beneficial but is not required for this position.

Additional Notes:
This is a remote volunteer position with no specified deadline for applications. The role is part-time and flexible, allowing volunteers to contribute according to their availability. Volunteers are encouraged to indicate any previous participation in related initiatives in their motivation statement. The assignment is designed to be inclusive, but due to the visual nature of the tasks, individuals with visual impairments are not suitable for this specific role. However, UNDP encourages individuals with diverse abilities to explore other opportunities that may align better with their skills.