If you are a
committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting
difference for children, the world’s leading children’s rights organization
would like to hear from you.
The fundamental
mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in
everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy and in operations.
The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children
and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For
UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop
and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favouritism. To
the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social,
political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are
violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and
protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity —
not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfil their potential but
also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the
focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the
human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as
outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting
the equitable development of nations.However, despite decades of strong work in
these sectoral areas, inequity remains. While progress is being made, something
different is required to accelerate progress towards not just long term and
sustainable development improvements, but significant impacts for the most
vulnerable and excluded children who may still be left behind with traditional
development interventions.
Purpose of
the position
Accountable for
formulation, design, planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluation of core
aspects of the Child Protection programme to ensure overall efficiency and
effectiveness of the programme management, delivery and accomplishment of
programme goals and objectives. As head of one unit in the Child Protection
section, direct, lead and manage a group of professional staff to develop,
manage and administer the assigned programme. The overall purpose of the job is
to support national efforts to establish and have operational a National Child
Protection System that protects children from violence, abuse, exploitation and
neglect while mitigating the impact of HIV on them. The Child Protection
Specialist will be primarily accountable for supporting national capacities to
strengthen three components of the National Child Protection System. These
components are: 1) Legal and regulatory; 2) Coordination, governance and
accountability; and 3) Capacity building, infrastructure and funding.
Key Expected
Results
• Timely sectoral
analysis, input, support and collaboration to the Situation Analysis and its
periodic update made for effective programme planning, development and
management.• UNICEF’s global goals effectively promoted through advocacy and
policy dialogue with the sectors responsible for Child Protection, in particular
Social Welfare/Protection and Justice.• Knowledge management effectively
promoted through drafting/finalizing key Child Protection sectoral programme
documents and reports, sharing good practice, lessons learned, and
knowledge/information exchange. • Quality of rights-based Child Protection
programmes effectively promoted. Coherence, synergy and value added to
programme management process through results-based management. • Gender/sex
disaggregated data and inputs relevant to the Child Protection programme
provided.• Sectoral work plan and activities formulated, implemented and
monitored, ensuring alignment with the defined programme strategies and
approaches.• Programme delivery, evaluation and reporting carried out
efficiently, rigorously and transparently in compliance with the established
guidelines and procedures.• Proper and timely UNICEF and Government
accountability ensured regarding supply and non-supply assistance as well as
disbursement of programme funds for the Child Protection sector.• Effective
communication and networking achieved through partnership and collaboration.
Key
Accountabilities and Duties & Tasks
Programme Planning, Development and ManagementEnhance effective
planning, development and management by leading, guiding, coordinating and
supporting the timely completion of the Situational Analysis and its periodic
update through accurate and complete monitoring and analysis, and the timely
preparation or finalization of assigned input. Provide substantive advice,
recommendations and input in the formulation of country programme documents and
plans of actions relating to Child Protection.Take primary responsibility for
the development of the assigned project/sectoral work plan and technical
decisions as well as for programme management, implementation and monitoring of
assigned sectoral activity, in compliance with the defined programme strategies
and approaches. Support maintenance of information system for monitoring
gender/sex disaggregated data.Lead, support and manage group of professional
staff to develop, manage and administer the assigned programme.
Promotion of UNICEF’s Global GoalsPromote the organization goals of
UNICEF through advocacy and policy dialogue through active engagement in
communication, networking and participation at every opportunity inside and
outside UNICEF, leveraging the strength of UNICEF mission, goals and
programmes.
Knowledge ManagementPromote knowledge management by exchange of
knowledge, information, situation analysis, experience or lessons learned;
promote knowledge sharing and technical input or recommendations on major
programme directions and on introduction of new initiatives in the country.
Rights-Based and Results-Based ApproachPromote the quality of
rights-based Child Protection programmes through participation in the
formulation of programme goals, strategies and approaches. Bring coherence,
synergy and added value to sectoral or inter-sectoral management processes
using a results-based management approach to planning and design,
implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
Programme Delivery, Monitoring, Evaluation and ReportingEnsure
programme, sectoral and inter-sectoral, efficiency and delivery through a
rigorous and transparent approach to monitoring and evaluation. Participation
in monitoring, major evaluation exercises, programme reviews and annual sector
review meetings with government counterparts. Ensure the preparation of annual
Child Protection sector status reports.
and Government AccountabilityCoordinate with Operations and Supply staff on
supply and non-supply assistance activities ensuring proper and timely UNICEF
and Government accountability. Certify disbursements of funds, monitors and
submits financial status reports to management in compliance with the
regulations and guidelines.
Communication, Collaboration, Innovation, Networking and Partnership•
Ensure exchange of information, experience, identify new strategies and courses
of action to accelerate/improve delivery of services and achieve Child
Protection programme requirements and objectives. • Collaborate with
Communication colleagues to ensure development of effective communication and
C4D materials and strategies to support advocacy and social mobilization
efforts.• Collaborate with other Programme/Project Officers to ensure the
integration of Child Protection with other sectors.• Collaborate with the
Operations and Supply Sections and Government authorities to establish and
maintain sound internal controls supportive of Child Protection programme
planning and implementation, to coordinate financial and supply management
requirements as well as to ensure accountability.• Interact with Government and
other partners, NGOs, UN and bilateral agencies in the different stages of
programme/project implementation to follow up on agreements and
recommendations. • Provide technical support and guidance on appropriate
technical, financial and institutional capacity building measures to achieve
Child Protection programme goals.
JOB GRADE FACTORS
(Level 3) • As a line manager for assigned projects, lead effective and
efficient planning, design, implementation and administration of specific
project activities within a major programme that focus on achievement of
UNICEF’s programmatic priorities. Ensure that project delivery meets targeted
goals and objectives.• As a technical expert, contribute timely and effective
technical advice, guidance and input to the preparation of situation analysis,
formulation of programme strategy, planning, implementation and evaluation and
human resources.• Conduct field visits to monitor programmes as well as conduct
periodic programme reviews.• Make viable recommendations on programme
implementation, alternative approaches, and optimal utilization of resources
that contribute effectively to the advancement of the rights of children and
women.• Contribute to the development and introduction of new approaches. •
Certify allocation and disbursement of funds; determine supply and cash needs
to ensure programme delivery meets targeted goals and objectives.
Qualifications
of Successful Candidate
Education:
• Advanced
university degree, preferably in child protection, social sciences, law or
other relevant field.• A first level university degree in child protection,
social sciences, law or other relevant field in combination with additional 3
years of experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
Experience:
• Five years of
professional work experience at national and international levels in child
protection, including international work experience. • Background/familiarity
with Emergency.
Language
Requirements: Fluency in English and a second UN language is an asset.
Competencies
of Successful Candidate
Core Values
Commitment
and inclusion
Integrity
Core competencies
Communication – Level 2
with People – Level 2
for Result – Level 2 Functional Competencies:
and Supervising [ I ]
Formulating Strategies and Concepts [ II ]
Analyzing [ III]
Relating and Networking [ II ]
Deciding and Initiating Action [ II ]
Applying Technical Expertise [ III ]
Functional
Competencies
and Supervising [ I ]
Formulating Strategies and Concepts [ II ]
Analyzing [ III]
Relating and Networking [ II ]
Deciding and Initiating Action [ II ]
Applying Technical Expertise [ III ]
Technical
knowledge
1) Specific
Technical Knowledge Required [ II ]
• Advanced knowledge
of one or more of the technical areas of UNICEF programmes.• Advanced technical
knowledge of theories, principles and methods in strengthening child protection
systems and partner capacity for protecting children against violence; gender
based violence; in emergencies; in respect of harmful traditional practices; in
improving justice for children, in birth registration, and in strengthening
social welfare systems.• Use of data and indicators in child protection.
2) Common Technical
Knowledge Required [ II ]
• Methodology of
programme/project management.• Programmatic goals, policies and strategies for
sectoral programmes.• Knowledge of global human rights issues, specifically
relating to children and women.• UNICEF policies and strategy in child
protection, including: natural disasters, and recovery. • Core commitments for
children in emergencies (for all Emergency positions).• UNICEF financial,
supply and administrative rules and regulations.• Rights-based and
Results-based programming in UNICEF.• UNICEF programme policy, procedures and
guidelines in the Manual.• Mid-Term Strategic Plan• UN guideline on sexual
exploitation and abuse by UN staff and partners.• Gender mainstreaming, gender
equality and diversity awareness.
3) Technical Knowledge
to be Acquired/Enhanced [ II ]
• Government
development plans and policies • Knowledge of local conditions and country
legislation relevant to UNICEF programmes• UN policies and strategy to address
international humanitarian issues and the responses.• UN common approaches to
programmatic issues and UNICEF positions• UN security operations and
guidelines. • UN guideline on sexual exploitation and abuse by UN staff and
partners.• UNICEF policies and strategies promoting and supporting gender
equality and diversity.
To view our
competency framework, please click here.
UNICEF is committed
to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified
female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds,
including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our
organisation.
UNICEF is committed
to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified
female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds,
including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our
organization. To apply, click on the following link http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=504650
