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UNICEF  

Site: United States of America, New York, New York
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For 70 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children's survival, protection and development. The world's largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS.

UNICEF is the driving force that helps build a world where the rights of every child are realized. UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is also the world's largest provider of vaccines for developing countries. As a global authority UNICEF is able to influence decision makers at the global level and turn the most innovative ideas into reality.

More than 13,000 staff work with UNICEF, with approximately 85 per located in the field in 190 countries. Seven regional offices and over 124 country offices worldwide, 34 national committees, a research centre in Florence, a supply division in Copenhagen, a shared services centre in Budapest and offices in Berlin, Brussels, Seoul and Tokyo, and UNICEF headquarters in New York and Geneva work on helping children survive and thrive, from early childhood through adolescence.

We employ committed professional to work in our five focus areas: Child Survival and Development, Basic Education and Gender Equality, HIV/AIDS, Child Protection and Policy Advocacy and Partnerships. We also employ staff with expertise in administration and finance, human resources, information technology, supply and logistics as well as external relations and communication. UNICEF's presence in humanitarian crises means that we also seek experts in emergency preparedness and response.

Interested in becoming a champion for every child? Learn more about what we look for and what we offer.

 

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UNICEF

Chief Field Office - P3

Central African Republic, Ouham , Bossangoa

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, supporthttps://x.com/UNICEF/status/1085405033028612096?s=20 How can you make a difference?1.  Knowledge Management for Programmes2. Programme Development and Management3. Optimum Use Of Program Funds4. Programme Monitoring and Evaluations5.  Rights-Based and Results-Based Programme Management Approach6.  National and Local Capacity Building/Sustainability7. Rights Perspective and Advocacy at the National, Community and Family Levels8. Partnership, Coordination and Collaboration9. Child Protection, Sexual Exploitation and Abuse. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...Education:Advanced university degree in Social Sciences, International Relations, Government, Public Administration, Public Policy, Social Policy, Social Development, Community Development, or other relevant disciplines, with specialized training in conflict resolution. Experience:Five years of relevant professional work experience.International and Developing country work experience.Background/familiarity in emergency context.Language Requirements:Fluency in French and English are required. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships; (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness; (3)Drive to achieve results for impact; (4)Innovates and embraces change; (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity; (6)Thinks and acts strategically; (7)Works collaboratively with others; (8) Nurtures, leads and manages people (for supervisory role).During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.  Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female's candidates are encouraged to apply.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.Eligible UNICEF International Professional (IP) Staff Members on fixed-term, continuing or permanent contracts applying to a Temporary Appointment, which is dedicated to L3 (or L2) Response, may be able to retain a lien and their fixed-term entitlements. The conditions of the temporary assignment will vary depending on the status of their post and their current tour of duty, and relocation entitlements may be limited as per the relevant policies. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support. Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility. Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.​ 

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UNICEF

Chief Social Policy - P4

Trinidad and Tobago, Port of Spain , Port of Spain

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, EqualityThe fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does in programmes, 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 favoritism. 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 fulfill 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.How can you make a difference?Purpose for the job:Reporting to the Deputy Representative for general guidance and direction, and is responsible for leading, managing and supervising all stages of social policy programming and related advocacy from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of concrete and sustainable results. This includes programmes aimed at improving (a) public policies to reduce child poverty; (b) social protection coverage and impact on children; (c) the transparency, adequacy, equity and efficiency of child-focused public investments and financial management; and (d) governance, decentralization and accountability measures to increase public participation and the quality, equity and coverage of social services. This encompasses both direct programme work with government and civil society partners as well as linkages and support to teams working on education, health, child protection, water and sanitation, and HIV.  Summary of key functions/accountabilities:  Managerial leadership Establish the section's annual work plan with the social policy team. Set priorities and targets and monitor work progress to ensure results are achieved according to schedule and performance standards. Establish clear individual performance objectives, goals and timelines; and provide timely guidance to enable the team to perform their duties responsibly and efficiently. Plan and ensure timely performance management and assessment of the team. Supervise team members by providing them with clear objectives and goals, direction and guidance to enable them to perform their duties responsibly, effectively and efficiently. Improving data on child poverty & vulnerability for increased use for policy and programme action  Oversees the collection, analysis and user-friendly presentation of data on multidimensional and monetary child poverty, including strengthening national capacity to collect routinely, report and use data for policy decision-making. Provides timely, regular data-driven analysis for effective prioritization, planning, and development; facilitates results-based management for planning, adjusting, and scaling-up specific social policy initiatives to reduce child poverty.   Analyzes the macroeconomic context and its impact on social development, emerging issues and social policy concerns, as well as implications for children, and proposes and promotes appropriate responses in respect of such issues and concerns, including government resource allocation policies and the effect of social welfare policies on the rights of children Strengthening social protection coverage and impact for children  Develops social protection policies, legislation and programmes with attention to increasing coverage of and impact on children, with special attention the most marginalized.  Identifies, generates and presents evidence to support this goal in collaboration with partners. Promotes strengthening of integrated social protection systems, providing technical support to partners to improve the design of cash transfers and child grants and improve linkages with other social protection interventions such as health insurance, public works and social care services as well as complementary services and intervention related to nutrition, health, education, water and sanitation, child protection and HIV.  Undertakes improved monitoring and research around social protection impact on child outcomes, and use of data and research findings for strengthening programme results.  Improving use of public financial resources for children Undertakes budget analysis to inform UNICEF's advocacy and technical assistance to Ministries of Finance, planning commissions and social sector ministries to improve equitable allocations for essential services for children.  Works with sector colleagues to build capacity to undertake costing and cost effectiveness analysis on priority interventions to help inform policy decisions on child-focused investments. Identifies policy options for improved domestic financing of child-sensitive social protection interventions. Undertakes and builds capacity of partners for improved monitoring and tracking of public expenditure to support transparency, accountability and effective financial flows for essential service delivery, including through support to district level planning, budgeting and public financial management as well as facilitating community participation Strengthening capacity of local governments to plan, budget, consult on and monitor child-focused social services.  Where the national decentralization processes are taking place, collaborates with central and local authorities to improve policies, planning, budgeting, consultation and accountability processes so that decisions are child-focused and service delivery more closely respond to the needs of local communities. Collaborates with the central and local authorities to strengthen capacity on quality data collection, analysis for policy development, planning, implementation, coordination, monitoring of essential social services, with emphasis on community participation and accountability.     6.  Strengthened advocacy and partnerships for child-sensitive social policy Oversees the correct and compelling use of data and evidence on the situation of children and coverage and impact of child focused services – in support of the social policy programme and the country programme overall.   Establishes effective partnerships with the Government, bilateral and multilateral donors, NGOs, civil society and local leaders, the private sector, and other UN agencies to support sustained and proactive commitment to the Convention of the Rights of the Child and to achieve global UN agendas such as the Sustainable Development Goals.  Identifies other critical partners, promotes awareness and builds capacity of partners, and actively facilitates effective collaboration within the UN family.     7.  UNICEF Programme Management Manages and coordinates technical support around child poverty, social protection, public finance and governance ensuring it is well planned, monitored, and implemented in a timely fashion so as to adequately support scale-up and delivery. Ensures risk analysis and risk mitigation are embedded into overall management of the support, in close consultation with UNICEF programme sections, Cooperating Partners, and governments.Ensures effective and efficient planning, management, coordination, monitoring and evaluation of the country programme. Ensures that the social planning project enhances policy dialogue, planning, supervision, technical advice, management, training, research and support; and that the monitoring and evaluation component strengthens monitoring and evaluation of the social sectors and provides support to sectoral and decentralized information systems.     8. Providing management and representation in the Trinidad and Tobago sub-officeCoordinate the Trinidad and Tobago sub-office team for the delivery of the country programme of cooperation and advocacy for child rights.Promote teamwork of personnel in Trinidad and Tobago to ensure harmonization, linkages, collaboration and synergy within the country and ensure that personnel are provided sufficient information, guidance and support to perform and deliver results according to organizational standards of efficiency, accountability and integrity.Represent UNICEF at government, UN meetings, and partnerships meetings in Trinidad and Tobago, and provide/coordinate UNICEF inputs for the delivery of the results and advocacy for child rights.Provide the sub-office cost requirements for operationalization, and identify human resource requirements, potential partnerships, and on-going staff development needs to respond to the situation in Trinidad and Tobago.Act as the Security Focal Point for UNICEF personnel in Trinidad and Tobago and ensure that personnel are provided sufficient information and guidance.Impact of Results:The strategic and effective advocacy, planning and formulation of social policy programmes/projects and the achievement of sustainable results, contributes to the achievement of goals and objectives to create a protective environment for children and thus ensure their survival, development and well-being in society. Achievements in social policy programmes and projects in turn contribute to maintaining/enhancing the credibility and ability of UNICEF to provide programme services for mothers and children that promotes greater social equality in the country. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: Economics, Public Policy, Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science, or another relevant technical field. A minimum of eight years of relevant professional experience is required.Experience working in a developing country is considered as a strong asset. Background and/or familiarity with emergency is considered as a strong asset. Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA) UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are...Nurtures, Leads and Manages People (2) Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (2) Works Collaboratively with others (2) Builds and Maintains Partnerships (2) Innovates and Embraces Change (2) Thinks and Acts Strategically (2) Drive to achieve impactful results (2) Manages ambiguity and complexity (2) During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable candidates are encouraged to apply. If you are interested, please do kindly upload the following documents online.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support. Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility. Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.​  

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UNICEF

Batch Recruitment: Polio Outbreak Response Coordinator - P3

Nigeria, Sokoto , Sokoto

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, healthIn Nigeria, UNICEF works in a complex humanitarian and development setting to fulfill and protect children's rights in partnership with the government, civil society, children, and families.  UNICEF Nigeria is one of the largest UNICEF Country Offices globally - click the link to learn more about UNICEF in Nigeria: https://www.unicef.org/nigeria/. Organizational Context and Purpose for the jobThe fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does in programs, advocacy, and 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 favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life in its social, political, economic, civic, and cultural dimensions their rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education, and protection of a society's most disadvantaged citizens addressing inequity will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential and 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 supporting nations' equitable development. Job organizational context:This position is part of the Programme section in Abuja, Nigeria, CO. Under the overall guidance of the Abuja-based Health Manager immunization (and polio team lead), the position will report to the Health Manager of each field office (Sokoto and Kano). How can you make a difference?Under the direct supervision of the health manager at the field office, the Polio Outbreak Response Coordinator will provide technical leadership for the development, planning, implementation, delivery, monitoring, evaluation, and oversight of interventions against polio (specifically circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus type 2, cVDPV2) in Kano and Sokoto.This role involves coordinating with routine immunization and primary health care (PHC) system strengthening efforts to halt the spread of the virus variants in Nigeria. Key responsibilities:Summary of results-based vital functions &accountabilities:The Polio Outbreak Response Coordinator will act in accordance with the NPHCDA's new blueprint, which focuses on boosting the quality of the Polio campaign, reaching missed children, and increasing community vaccine acceptance.Undertake timely Polio Situation Analysis in the state, consistent with integrating sex-disaggregated data and periodic updating for effective project planning, development, and management.Contribute to the development and implementation of Polio OBR micro plans through participation and collaboration with internal and external partners within the State EOCProvide technical support and leadership for the planning and implementing Polio OBR and in-between-round activities such as microplanning, monitoring campaign activities, and communication-related activities, including social mobilization.Ensure program implementation progress is monitored and evaluated for adjustment, acceleration, and improvement of program delivery and sustainability. Reports are generated on time, and data are analysed for actions.Provide technical support to government and partners at all stages of the program cooperation, including capacity building of government personnel, staff, and community stakeholders.Technical support and leadership provided for periodic training of Polio staff at the state and LGA level in various elements of the program.Ensure UNICEF and Government accountability for supply and non-supply assistance and the disbursement of program funds for the sector. Ensure the efficient and effective use of resources (material, financial, and human resources).Facilitate effective partnership and collaboration for advocacy, technical cooperation, program coordination, information sharing and knowledge management, and networking.Provide technical support to the Polio team in developing communication strategies, tools, and materials to increase the demand for polio communication activities.Ensure timely submission of all required program reports in compliance with the established guidelines and procedures.Ensure emergency preparedness is maintained and emergency responses with effective coordination are provided in emergencies.Lead and coordinate with other UNICEF programs on planning, monitoring, and reporting of integrated activities implemented to strengthen polio acceptance and achieve the organization's objective of stopping polio transmission and providing immunization-plus services equitably at the state level.  To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have... Education:An advanced university degree in Public Health, medicine, Pediatric Health, Child Development, Child Health, Nutrition, Epidemiology, Public Administration, Social Policy, Social Development, Social and Behaviour Change, Community Development, or other relevant disciplines and or experiences. Experience:A minimum of five years of professional work experience at the national and international levels in planning, programming, implementation monitoring, or in Social and Behavior Change and evaluation of Immunization programs.Professional work experience in a technical expert position related to child survival & health care, especially on immunization, outbreaks, and /or Social and Behavior Change.Developing country work experience and a background/familiarity with work in emergencies and conflict-affected areas would be an asset.Language Requirements:Fluency in English   For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA). The UNICEF competencies required for this post are...Builds and maintains partnerships (II)Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (II)Drive to achieve results (II)Innovates and embraces change (II)Manages ambiguity and complexity (II)Thinks and acts strategically (II)Works collaboratively with others (II)Nurtures, Leads and Manages People (II)To view our competency framework, please visit here.UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates are encouraged to apply.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support. Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility. Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.​ 

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Internship with UNICEF Migrant and Refugee Programme Italy

Italy, Lazio , Rome

UNICEF out-posted office in Rome is seeking a motivated individual who would like to join the team to support the Gender-Based Violence in Emergency (GBViE) team. This internship is designed to offer valuable professional experience in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment. We value young talent and are looking for a dynamic intern who is a fast-learner and team player and is proactive, resourceful, and keen to learn. S/he should also have a strong passion for making an impact for children.2024-03-14T08:00:00ZProgramme and Policy|Gender Development570403 UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up. For every child, hope UNICEF's Migrant and Refugee Programme in Italy was set up in 2016 to respond to the large influx of Unaccompanied minors arriving primarily through the Central Mediterranean route.The protection and social inclusion of unaccompanied and separated children (UASC) constitutes the priority for the work of UNICEF in Italy.  In the area of Child Protection, UNICEF's focus is on improving child protection and GBV standards of the reception system, strengthening the guardianship system, promoting alternative care quality solutions and mental health and psycho-social support, as well as supporting protection of children and adolescents in transit zones with the highest concentration of unaccounted children. The 2 pillars of the adolescent programme are 1) giving voice and strengthening participation of adolescent migrants and refugees and 2) skills building for learning and employability of both adolescent migrants and refugees and Italian students. UNICEFUNICEF National Response in Italy is focused mainly on providing unaccompanied children with protection, improving social inclusion, participation and skills building.UNICEF also works closely with the Italian National Committee for UNICEF to communicate, advocate for legislative changes and promote social inclusion for adolescent migrants and refugees. We are seeking a motivated individual who would like to join the team to support the Gender-Based Violence in Emergency (GBViE) team. This internship is designed to offer valuable professional experience in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment. We value young talent and are looking for a dynamic intern who is a fast-learner and team player and is proactive, resourceful, and keen to learn. S/he should also have a strong passion for making an impact for children. How can you make a difference? Coordination and technical support:Support the GBViE team in implementing the GBV and Gender mainstreaming strategy across ECARO's (outpost office in Rome) activities in Italy;Keep abreast of new developments in the GBV and Gender field and provide brief analysis of relevant thematic reports/policies on the topic;Assist the GBViE team with partnerships managements (e.g. monthly reports analysis);Provide summaries of events and notes as requested and assist in drafting and editing thematic reports;Provide operational support to GBVie activities as per operational needs;Support internal coordination with different teams, including Communications, on awareness-raising material and events organization, both online and in-person.Support the development of GBV- and Gender-related social media content for dissemination through UNICEF channels.SupervisionThe intern will work under the guidance and supervision of the Child Protection Specialist (GBViE), in accordance with the standards, norms and procedures of UNICEF.Condition of service:The intern will work part time (50%), in the Rome office, until 31st October 2024. Intern is expected to work and be available for calls/meetings during working hours in Rome time zone.Intern will be paid a monthly stipend.  UNICEF accepts no responsibility for the medical insurance of the intern or costs arising from accidents and illness incurred during the internship. If not EU citizens, interns have to demonstrate a proof of medical and accident insurance in Italy prior to the beginning of the internship.Intern is personally responsible for obtaining necessary visa/permit for Italy. However, UNICEF can issue a letter to support the visa application for the selected intern.The purpose of the Internship Programme is not to lead to further employment with UNICEF but to complement an intern's studies. Therefore, there should be no expectation of employment at the end of an internship. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have? Be enrolled in a degree programme in an undergraduate[1] or graduate school, or be a recent graduate[2] in the area of political sciences, social sciences, anthropology, international relations, social communication or related fields, with a specific focus on gender studies.Demonstrate strong academic performance through recent university or institution records. Additional consideration will be given to any past professional experience.Have fluency in English and Italian.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).Have no immediate relatives (e.g. father, mother, brother, sister) working in any UNICEF office; andHave no other relatives in the line of authority which the intern will report to[3]Required SkillsHave excellent verbal and written communication skills;Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.Be proactive and resourceful;Be action-orientated, driven to achieve results;Strong organizational and time-management skills.Be a great team player;Have a hands-on, innovative approach to problem solving and able to see new, creative ways around obstacles.For every Child, you demonstrate... UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness(3)Drive to achieve results for impact(4)Innovates and embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6)Thinks and acts strategically(7)Works collaboratively with others.During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Remarks:  The deadline for application is 20 March 2024 Please submit your application via the UNICEF e-recruitment along with the following documents:Cover Letter stating your availability (dates) and your motivation;Recent university or institution records certificate (if currently enrolled, the latest available from the current enrolment);duly completed online application profile. ;A CV, if available (dully completed P11 form downloadable from here: supersedes a CV).The selected candidate will have to complete online mandatory trainings and submit the certificates prior to commencement of the internship.For office-based internship, the selected candidate will be required to comply with  inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid) [1] Applicants must be at least 18 years old[2] Applicants who have graduated within the past two years are considered recent graduates.[3] If an applicant has other relative(s) who work(s) in any UNICEF offices, the applicant must disclose this information to the hiring UNICEF office to enable the office to identify and mitigate any conflict of interest before finalizing the internship 20 Mar 2024 22:55:00 GMTInternshipProgramme and Policy|Gender DevelopmentCEE/CIS This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. 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15/03/2024
UNICEF

Market Development Manager - P4

Senegal, Dakar , Dakar

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, HopeOrganizational ContextWith increased interest of regional (AU, Afro-CDC) and national counterparts in particular but not limited to the health sector to leverage products to and markets at the regional and national levels, UNICEF WCARO is aiming to efficiently and effectively create an enabling environment to drive product innovation and scale up within the region. This includes shifting the supply base for more commodities towards greater use of local suppliers.The future market influencing agenda will require efforts to address new products and markets targets, and to harness the power of business more holistically to improve the lives of all children. How can you make a difference?Purpose of the JobUnder the guidance of the Regional Chief of Supply and in collaboration with relevant units in different HQ divisions, the RO and Country Offices, the Market Development Manager(and Product) is to identify (strategic, essential) products for adequate adaptation and production at scale. Through the application of specialized product, programmatic and partnership knowledge, the Market Development Manager (and Product) drives product innovation projects forward with the goal to enable the procurement of new, fit for purpose, end-user driven innovative products to be used for UNICEF programmatic and emergency responses.To this end the incumbent will conduct, commission and interpret market research and discern appropriate market developing and optimization interventions. The Market Development Manager (and Product) will serve as the key interlocutor with other market shaping partners in and beyond the region. Key functions, accountabilities and related duties/tasksIdentify markets in WCAR for availability and production of products not traditionally procured in the region.Regional Focal Point for market research and analysis: Plan and execute market research projects, prepare reports of findings through graphic data illustration and translating complex findings into easy to understand and clear recommendations for both existing products, as well as product and service improvement projects in line with UNICEF's programmatic needs.In close collaboration with COs, monitor pricing trends, supplier development, key product pipelines, and track key industry statistics and dynamics including as an input to procurement strategy development and particularly for new/future products, services and markets.Identify innovative financing possibilities for market engagement and development activities.Coordinate and contribute to the work on development of market influencing frameworks and policies and develop strategies for essential commodities for children through rigorous market research and analyses in the region.Implement local market influencing agendas based on market research and analyses for essential (and new) products and services.Ensure that local market shaping activities include components to empower local economies and communities through activities benefitting and making use of local knowledge and skills with the ultimate aim to improve product quality and increase production of programme relevant products in WCAR.Collaborate with relevant Supply Division centres and units, UNICEF COs and key external partners to help drive procurement strategies and shape critical markets for essential products and services for children.Develop partnership and collaboration with internal and external counterparts, including those of the UN and national partners, in order to identify needs, align stakeholders and make greater efficiencies in implementation and scale up health innovationsEngage with UNlCEF's market shaping partners to drive market development and optimization agendas for multiple sectors and in line with regional political bodies.With regards to product development and management, identify critical intervention points and develop strategies for implementation of new innovation projects.Reviews and evaluates the technical, institutional and financial feasibility and constraints of programme/projects in collaboration with Government and other partners. Impact of ResultsIdentification of new product innovation projects.Efficiently run product innovation projects with full consideration of related regulatory frameworks and necessary approvals.Procurement strategies for strategic essential commodities are designed based on solid market analyses and evidence, under consideration of innovative approaches to creating healthy, dynamic and sustainable markets with affordable prices for products.Demand forecasts and pull mechanisms are developed where needed to help UNICEF accelerate development, improve availability, and reduce prices particularly for novel essential supplies for children.High quality business intelligence is maintained and kept up-to-date to inform UNICEF's strategic engagement with key manufacturers/suppliers to ensure core business are postured to meet the needs of children.Situation analysis prepared/updated, critical gaps in product intervention measures identified, and work plans/recommendations prepared and incorporated.Market influencing interventions are supporting market goals to incentivize innovation, improve availability and/or promote affordability for selected essential supplies for children.Projects build local capacity in terms of manufacturing, academic, research, etc.Supported countries have improved local and regional markets and/or increasing in-region production to meet demand for (fit-for-purpose) products. Competencies and level of proficiency required:Core Values:CareRespectIntegrityTrustAccountabilitySustainabilityCore Competencies:Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (1)Works collaboratively with others (1)Builds and maintains partnership (1)Innovates and embraces change (1)Thinks and acts strategically (1)Drive to achieve results for impact (1)Manages ambiguity and complexity (1) To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...An advanced university degree in Business, Economics, Social Sciences or other relevant field is required.A minimum of eight (8) years relevant professional work experience including at least three (3) at the international level preferably in a development context is required.Experience in the following areas in the private or public sectors is required:Commercial activities in developing and industrialized countries.Worldwide strategic procurement, contract negotiations and administration, combined with broader economic knowledge.Market research issues relating to health, nutrition, and/or products used in resource-poor settings.Development of demand forecasts, economic/epidemiological models, or other types of complex projections.Experience in the following areas in the private or public sectors is preferred:Technical support to countries with strategic procurement.Product Innovation projects.Computer applications especially data analysis/visualization applications is considered an asset.Fluency in French and English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) is an asset.For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others.During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.  Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.Special Notice on UNICEF office relocationUNICEF and other UN Agencies will be moving soon to the new United Nations House in Diamniadio, 30 kilometers from downtown Dakar. The name of the duty station for this position will remain Dakar, Senegal. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support. Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility. Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. 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UNICEF

Operations Specialist (Risk and Compliance) - P3

Democratic Republic of Congo, North Kivu , Goma

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, a hero.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 favoritism. 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 fulfill 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.Visit UNICEF- Democratic Republic of Congo to learn more! How can you make a difference?Under the supervision of the Deputy Representative Operations and the Risk and Compliance Manager, the Risk and Compliance Specialist will be responsible for strengthening risk assurance and compliance efforts in the context of a large/medium/small scale country office.You will ensure the achievement of risk management objectives follows organizational rules and regulations, and acceptable ethical behavior; internal controls; information and technology security; sustainability; and quality assurance. Moreover, he/she will provide analysis and report on the adequacy and effectiveness of risk management and internal controls. You will be responsible for the following tasks but not limited to:  1. Risk management supportSupport the office management team in the annual risk assessment process and monitor reliability of reports and their compliance with applicable rules and regulations;Ensure the monitoring of risk mitigation action plans including a mid-term review;Lead the office peer reviews process, undertake visits to project sites and field offices to verify the quality of performance;Ensure the risk management approach is embedded in any project/proposal, in office governance committees' review of submissions and in any major decision made by the management. 2.   Compliance supportReview the office systems, procedures and processes for compliance with organizational rules and regulations;Enforce and strengthen internal controls to ensure that systems are in place to prevent, detect and report non-compliance.  Support the process for the preparation of the annual Statement of Internal Control (SIC) by the office;Review internal work processes in Programme and Operations to ensure that accountabilities are clear and placed at the adequate levels as per global policies and/or best practices;Establish a risk-based system to periodically and systematically review a sample of activities (Programme and Operations) to ensure they are carried out according to established work processes and in compliance with UNICEF policies and Procedures;Ensure smooth preparedness of internal and external audit, conduct a quality assurance and follow-up on the implementation of the recommendations and provides feedback to the management;Periodically test compliance with the Table of authority and adherence to the delegation of authorities in line with UNICEF policies and Procedures; and ensure staff understand the roles and responsibilities delegated to them;Review the conformity of statutory and non-statutory committees, assess committee members have been trained/oriented on their roles and responsibility. 3. Fraud risk Management supportSupport the management of the office in collecting evidence to respond to OIAI's queries when initially assessing allegations of fraud and misconduct or during actual investigations;Advise the management on lessons learned from investigations and measures to be taken accordingly;Ensure the implementation of the global anti-fraud strategy, suggest internal fraud prevention mechanisms and alert the management on any fraudulent issues as well as unethical behaviors detected;Lead the process of Fraud risk training / orientation to Partners and suppliers. 4. Oversight and advisory to the ManagementHelp advise the management on actions to be taken to enforce and strengthen accountabilities for a robust, responsive and transparent governance framework;Contribute to effective management process by participating in key governance meetings (particularly CMT, PMT and OMT);Coordinate Risk assessment and control activities with other UN agencies by representing the office in meetings related to Risks and Compliance activitiess 5. Create awareness/capacity buildingEstablish a system to document and report weaknesses in internal control and implement actions aimed at addressing internal controls gaps (SOP, memos...) and building the capacity of responsible staff;Analyze cause and effect of policy changes to the operations of the office, anticipate changes and advise on the new way of doing business;Support the implementation of a continuous learning and development plan for the Risk and Compliance function;Ensure that management provides staff with access to relevant training and that staff and other personnel understand key UNICEF policies including PSEA, Fraud and Ethics. 6. Any support needed from the regional officeOn request, support the Regional Office in conducting reviews exercises in countries where Risk and Compliance positions are not established, or in supporting any other review in the area of expertise (Peer reviews, assessment...);Contribute to the development of a network/community of risk and compliance specialists at both regional and global level for experience sharing, updated working documents as well as office rules and policies. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...An advanced university degree (Master's or higher) in Business Administration and Financial Management. Operations Management, Strategic Management, Risk Management, Audit, Investigation, Internal Control, Statistics and Data Analysis or Accounting certifications are considered as assets.*A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree.A minimum of five [5] years] of relevant professional work experience in Risk and Compliance or another directly relevant area, several of which in internal audit. Experience in financial management, particularly developing and implementing financial control systems, ERM, audits, internal control preferably with international organizations, NGOs and UN.Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.Fluency in French and English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others.During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. Remarks:This position has been assessed as an elevated risk role for Child Safeguarding purposes as it is: a role with direct contact with children, works directly with children, is a safeguarding response role. Additional vetting and assessment for elevated risk roles in child safeguarding (potentially including additional criminal background checks) applies.UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support. Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. 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UNICEF

Chief of Communication - P4

Niger, Niamey , Niamey

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, an advocateUNICEF Niger country programme (CPD) 2023 – 2027 is aligned with Niger's Economic and Social Development Plan (PDES) 2022-2026 priorities, the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF) 2023-2027, UNICEF Strategic Plan 2022-2025 and UNICEF Gender Action Plan 2022-2025.The CPD 2023-2027 aims to ensure a coordinated and targeted response to the dynamic context and challenges facing women and children in Niger. The vision of the programme is that all girls and boys, from birth through adolescence, survive, thrive, learn, develop to their full potential, are protected from all forms of violence and exploitation, and thus support to positive social change in their communities and contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals.Niger is affected by multiple and complex humanitarian crises, both chronic and acute, including food and nutrition, natural disasters, epidemics and displacement of population due to conflicts in neighbouring countries (Nigeria, Mali and Burkina Faso) and to consequences of attacks by non- state armed groups. These poly-crises have a significant impact on the vulnerability of populations, which are often affected simultaneously by multiple shocks. The country is also regularly hit by severe floods which affect every year thousands of people.UNICEF provides multi-sectoral responses to the crises affecting Niger and aims at strengthening the link between humanitarian interventions and resilience-building programmes, particularly in the Diffa Region. Nexus and Durable Solutions are the key words in UNICEF Niger approach.Within this context, and in the framework of delivering as One UN, the Chief of Communication is responsible for ensuring that Niger Country Office has a clear communication strategy and associated work plan to advocate for child rights issues; strengthen political will in support of UNICEF's mission and objectives, and enhance the organization's credibility and brand. The Chief of Communication will support Niger Country Office (Niamey and zonal offices) to strategize and develop communication content from the national context that reflect and integrate UNICEF global advocacy priorities.How can you make a difference?Under the supervision of the Representative, the incumbent will be accountable for developing, managing, co-ordinating, networking, implementing and monitoring an advocacy and communication strategy and associated products and activities on on-going basis with public audiences, with the objective of promoting awareness, understanding, support and respect for children's and women's rights, and support for UNICEF's mission, priorities and programmes in the country office/regional office/media hub, and at a global level and those of the UN Country Team. Key functions, accountabilities and related duties/tasks:1. Communication strategyEnsure that the Niger Country Office has a clear communication strategy and associated work plan to support the country programme objectives and advocate for child rights issues; strengthen political will in support of UNICEF's mission and objectives, and enhance the organization's credibility and brand. The Chief of Communication will support Niger Country Office (Niamey and zonal offices) to strategize and develop communication content from the national context that reflect and integrate UNICEF global advocacy priorities. Duties & TasksDevelop, maintain and update the country advocacy and communication strategy and associated work plan. Strategy and work plan include an environmental and stakeholder assessment; objectives; target audiences, messages and media mix; resources; specific actions, activities and products; monitoring and evaluation of impact, success and opportunity for improvement; ongoing refinement of the strategy.Draw on extensive strategy development experience and ensure optimum leverage and impact of communication activities on programme, policy and advocacy activities. UNICEF's rights- and results-based programming approach is appropriately reflected in the communication strategy, work plan and products. Strategy and work plan incorporate and reflect key programme priorities and processes.Ensure adequate and ongoing assessment of trends, social and political change and public interest. Factor these environmental variables back into communication strategy and refining its execution.Maintain close coordination with the Regional Communication Adviser, Regional Communication Specialists and HQ Communication team for effective overall collaboration in communication strategy.2. Media relationsEnsure a well maintained and continually developed contact list of journalists and media outlets covering all media – print, TV, radio, web etc. – and a successful process of communicating and maintaining regular contact and close collaboration with the media to communicate the story of UNICEF's cooperation to a wider audience. Duties & TasksPromote a better understanding of, respect and support for children's and women's rights and issues by carrying out media, information and education activities in support of UNICEF-assisted development programmes or humanitarian efforts in the country.Develop, maintain and update media relations contact list/database.Establish, document, review and refine process of communicating with media contacts, including press conferences and events, issuing of media materials etc.Ensure rapid and accurate information dissemination to the media, National Committees, NGOs, the field and other appropriate audiences.Identify, develop, distribute and evaluate variety of media materials in multiple, appropriate formats. Ensure or enhance the quality, appropriateness of country specific communication materials, activities, processes and messages transmitted to the press, partners and public.Collaborate with mass media through activities such as organizing project site visits, facilitating photo coverage and TV footage and utilizing both web-based and traditional media as appropriate.Monitor and evaluate the use and effectiveness of media materials and share results and findings.Maintain close collaboration with the Regional Communication Adviser, Regional Communication Specialists and HQ Communication team for effective overall coordination.3. Networking and partnershipsEnsure a well maintained and continually developed contact list of individuals, groups, organizations and fora (including Government, UN, and bilateral counterparts), whose support is essential to/can assist in achieving the advocacy and communication objectives of the communication strategy. Duties & TasksDevelop, maintain and update partners contact list/database.Establish, document, review and refine process of working collaboratively with partners, including meetings, joint projects, information sharing etc.Ensure or enhance the quality, consistency and appropriateness of country-specific communication materials, activities, processes and messages shared with partners.Identify opportunities to strengthen the capacity of partners through appropriate advocacy and communication training, access to information, supplies and equipment and through knowledge sharing.Monitor, evaluate and share results and findings with partners.4. Celebrities and special eventsEnsure a well maintained and continually developed contact list of appropriate, nationally-known personalities who have been identified, engaged and support UNICEF's effort and who actively participate in special events and activities that support country programme goals.Develop, maintain and update celebrities contact list/database.Establish, document, review and refine process of working with celebrities, including special events, media opportunities, field trips etc.Participate in global advocacy activities by planning visits of Goodwill Ambassadors, National Committee representatives, Executive Board members etc. including preparing information materials (e.g., press releases, programme summaries, country fact sheets and media kits), and necessary logistic arrangements. Highlight the achievements of the country programme. Maintain close collaboration with the Regional Communication Adviser, Regional Communication Specialists and HQ Communication for effective overall coordination.5. Global priorities and campaignsIn addition to local/national campaigns, ensure an effective process in place for integrating and taking action on UNICEF's global communications priorities and campaigns, both disseminating these elements in a locally-appropriate way, as well as providing/enabling coverage of the work in the country for global use. Ensure the complementary use of social media platforms in moving forward national adaptations of global priorities and campaigns. Duties & TasksSupport the UNICEF global communications objectives and strategies through development of complementary country specific and local community materials and activities. Work plan should anticipate the inclusion of work on global priorities and campaigns.Develop and deploy country office communication capacity to gather/facilitate the content and coverage of relevant country efforts. Use the opportunity to identify/highlight effective programme activities and results.Ensure regular communication and co-ordination with relevant communication focal points in regional offices and headquarters divisions.6. Resource mobilization supportEnsure that global and country level fund-raising activities are supported by effective advocacy and communication strategy and activities.Duties & TasksMobilize country office communication capacity to support and gather/facilitate the gathering of content and coverage of relevant country efforts. Use the opportunity to identify/highlight effective programme activities and results in support of fund-raising.Mobilize resources for fund-raising support by regular communication and co-ordination with relevant communication focal points in regional offices and headquarters divisions. 7. ManagementEnsure that human resources (the communication team) and financial resources (budget planning, management and monitoring) are both effectively managed and optimally used.Duties & TasksDevelop a work plan for communication activities, monitor compliance and provide support and guidance to ensure objectives are met.Plan and monitor the use of communication budgetary resources. Approve and monitor the overall allocation and disbursement and liquidation of funds. Take appropriate actions to optimize use of funds.Identify, recruit and supervise staff, technical resources and consultants as necessary. Conduct and Implement effective performance planning, monitoring, performance development programme as required.Ensure communication effectiveness, efficiency and delivery as well as a rigorous and transparent approach to planning, monitoring and evaluation. 8. Monitoring and evaluationEnsure that communication baselines are established against which the achievement of objectives of the communication strategy are regularly evaluated; analysis is undertaken to continuously improve the effectiveness of communication strategy, approach and activities; results and reports are prepared and shared on a timely basis.Duties & TasksProvide technical support to ensure that a set of communication performance indicators is identified and adjusted as necessary, and these communication indicators are incorporated or fed forwarded in the Annual Management Plan, Annual Work Plan, etc.Conduct timely and accurate monitoring and evaluation activities to ensure the communications objectives are met and the strategy is effective.Undertake lessons learned review of successful and unsuccessful communication experiences and share observations/findings with country, regional and HQ communication colleagues so that best practices benefit UNICEF's communication work. 9. Capacity building and supportEnsure that the Representative and the country programme team are provided with professional expertise and advice on all aspects of external relations communication as required; opportunities are identified and addressed for building communication capacity among country communication team, media and other relevant partners.Duties & TasksAdvise UNICEF management, colleagues and staff on media strategy and implications for action and policies proposed.Support communication activities through knowledge management, information exchange and building capacity of the country communications team. Enable appropriate advocacy and communication training, access to information, supplies and equipment, and developing training and orientation material.Identify opportunities to strengthen the capacity of partners through appropriate advocacy and communication training.Impact of ResultsThe effective development and implementation of a clear communication strategy and associated work plans will bring children's issues into the public domain and strengthen political will in support of UNICEF's mission and objectives, and enhance the organization's credibility and directly impact the ability of UNICEF to promote social, political and economic action. This in turn contributes to enhancing the ability of UNICEF to fulfill its mission to achieve sustainable and concrete results in improving the survival, development and wellbeing of children in the country. Increased brand recognition and advocacy through communication and overall positioning in the country.To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...Advance university degree journalism, communications, external relations, public affairs, public relations or corporate communications.*A first University Degree combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree in the field of journalism, communications, external relations, public affairs, public relations or corporate communications.Eight years of progressively responsible and relevant professional work experience in communication, print, broadcast, and/or new media.Background/familiarity with Emergency situations is required.UN / International NGO experience is an asset.Fluency in French and English is required. Knowledge of another UN UN language is an added asset. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are... Builds and maintains partnerships;Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness;Drive to achieve results for impact;Innovates and embraces change;Manages ambiguity and complexity;Thinks and acts strategically ;Works collaboratively with others;Nurtures, leads and manages people;During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidate are encouraged to apply.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support. Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. 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UNICEF

Senior Adviser Child Protection, Prevention of Harmful Practices - P5

United States of America, New York , New York

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, a change......The Senior Adviser Child Protection (Prevention of Harmful Practices) will be part of the Prevention of Harmful Practices Unit. Under the overall guidance and direct supervision of the Director Child Protection (Post #14333) in collaboration with the Principal Adviser Gender (Post #53111), and within the context of supporting achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals, UNICEF Strategic Plan, UNICEF Gender Action Plan, and UNICEF Child Protection Strategy, the Senior Adviser Child Protection (Prevention of Harmful Practices) provides overall support to the Child Protection Section on the prevention of harmful practices (with a focus on child marriage and FGM/C). This function will serve as the Global Coordinator for the UNFPA-UNICEF Joint Programme to Accelerate Action to End Child Marriage (for which UNICEF serves as administrative agent in the Programme Support Unit) and provides oversight and supervision of UNICEF's inputs to the UNFPA-UNICEF Joint Programme on FGM/C.To this end, the Senior Adviser Child Protection (Prevention of Harmful Practices) will work in close collaboration with UN agencies, including the UNFPA, WHO, UN Women, and UNICEF programme and policy sections, particularly the Gender Section but also Social Policy, Education and Health; all the targeted countries and regional offices for the Joint Programmes; donors (particularly in the steering committees); and partner advisory groups. In order to ensure that the work on prevention of harmful practices (with a focus on child marriage and FGM/C) is effectively considered and coherently integrated into appropriate work streams, the Senior Adviser Child Protection (Prevention of Harmful Practices) will work in close collaboration with UNICEF divisions, in particular the Gender Section, and other teams (units) in the Child Protection Section. This is a Nairobi-based position with frequent international travel to regional and country offices, international conferences, workshops and seminars.         Purpose of the post..The Senior Adviser Child Protection (Prevention of Harmful Practices) will develop and support the work of the office on the prevention of harmful practices (with a focus on child marriage and FGM/C). Incumbent will also be responsible for leading and managing the achievement of concrete and sustainable results according to plans, budget allocations, results based-management approaches and methodology, and UNICEF's Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework.  How can you make a difference?Strategic and managerial leadershipShape the evolving strategic vision and results-oriented direction for the UNICEF work on the Prevention of Harmful Practices Team as well as for the UNFPA-UNICEF Joint Programme to Accelerate Action to End Child Marriage.Provide supervision and guidance to the Team, setting individual and team objectives and establishing clear individual performance objectives, goals and timelines. Provide regular and timely direction and guidance to all staff on the Team to enable them to perform their duties responsibly, effectively and efficiently.Provide timely guidance to enable the Programme Support Unit to perform its duties responsibly, effectively and efficiently; and plan and ensure timely performance management and assessment of the Core Joint Programme Coordination Unit.Manage funds allocated to the work around prevention of harmful practices (with a focus on child marriage and FGM/C) by prioritizing activities to be funded, in line with the annual work plan, and ensuring efficient and timely use of funds vis-à-vis grant expiration dates.Establish the Child Protection Section's annual work plan in the area of prevention of harmful practices (with a focus on child marriage and FGM/C) as well as the Joint Programme's annual work plan. This involves setting priorities, targets and performance measurement indicators and monitoring progress and results achieved according to performance standards. This is done in close collaboration with the Gender Section.Draft policy briefs and communicate the essential elements for realizing the strategic vision and programmatic results for UNICEF management and key stakeholders/participants in the Joint Programmes, including governments, senior managers, programme staff and other partners. Programme development, planning and managementDevelop programme proposals and take other actions to leverage funds for the areas of responsibility, reflecting priorities on the prevention of harmful practices (with a focus on child marriage and FGM/C).Align global child protection programmes with the UNICEF Strategic Plan, UNICEF Gender Action Plan, international standards and mechanisms, donor development policies, and UN-wide interventions and initiatives.Participate in major monitoring and evaluation exercises to assess progress globally and to engage stakeholders to take required actions to achieve results, identify lessons learned and facilitate strategic use of knowledge gained.Prepare programme reports for UNICEF senior management, the Executive Board, donors and partners.Establish specific goals, objectives, strategies and implementation plans for the sector using results-based planning terminology and methodology. Prepare documentation for programme review and approval. Advisory services and technical supportStrengthen capacity at country and regional levels by developing inter-agency standard-setting guidance and tools to support the work around prevention of harmful practices (with a focus on child marriage and FGM/C). This will take place through strategizing with country and regional offices and partners to raise awareness of the guidelines, informed by a collected body of knowledge that can be shared and replicated across countries.Provide technical advice to senior management on issues related to prevention of harmful practices (with a focus on child marriage and FGM/C), resulting in strategic visibility and advocacy.Lead discussions on the formulation of global strategies and policies for both inter-agency and UNICEF-specific work on prevention of harmful practices (with a focus on child marriage and FGM/C).Improve programme and policy coherence and coordination across teams (units) in the Child Protection Section and other sections and divisions, and through engagement with other key actors. Advocacy, networking and partnership buildingDevelop and maintain inter-agency relationships supporting the development of enhanced policy frameworks, guidance and tools around prevention of harmful practices (with a focus on child marriage and FGM/C).Proactively build and strengthen strategic partnerships through networking and advocacy with governments, UN system agency partners (particularly UNFPA, WHO, and UN Women), donors, internationally recognized institutions, NGOs, funding organizations, research institutes and the private sector, in order to leverage these partnerships to achieve greater results for children.Lead technical partnerships including the UNFPA-UNICEF Joint Programmes on ending child marriage and FGM/C by serving as an active member of the respective steering committees and partner advisory groups.Actively serve and take leadership roles where appropriate on relevant coordinating and policy bodies, ensuring close collaboration within Programme Division and with regional and country offices and partners.Represent UNICEF in global forums to advocate for organizational positions in the development of global priorities.Serve as UNICEF focal point to provide information to relevant media, research groups, academic institutions and NGOs in the area of prevention of harmful practices (with a focus on child marriage and FGM/C). Innovation, knowledge management and capacity buildingAdvance research, and identify research gaps, with key partners in the area of prevention of harmful practices (with a focus on child marriage and FGM/C), concentrating specifically on the formulation of policy and good practice. Enhance acquisition of programme knowledge through systematic collection of country programme experience (lessons learned, best practices, reviews, evaluations) in the area of prevention of harmful practices, including a focus on scalable interventions as well as measurement of changes in social norms.Promote critical thinking and innovative approaches for the prevention of harmful practices (with a focus on child marriage and FGM/C), keeping abreast of current research and introducing and implementing cutting-edge practices on child protection management information systems. Work to institutionalize and disseminate best practices and knowledge learned, including in post-emergency and fragile settings.Ensure research is applied to learning and practice in the field by disseminating and tracking relevant shifts in programme design and implementation. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...An advanced university degree in international development, human rights, psychology, sociology, international law or other social science field is required.At least 10 years of progressively responsible professional work experience at field level and national and international levels in programme planning, management, monitoring and evaluation in areas related to child protection is required.Experience on fostering collaboration with a broad range of partners, driving innovation and achieving measurable outcomes on prevention of harmful practices is required. Experience of strong advisory skills tailored to a diverse range of stakeholders, including the UN agencies, government bodies, non-profit organizations and private sector entities is required.Experience working with minimal supervision in carrying out responsibilities and in representing organizations at senior level in global forums is required.Fluency in English (written and verbal) is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, French or Spanish) is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability (CRITA), and sustainabilityPlease click Here to view UNICEF's core values and Here to view our competency framework.UNICEF competencies required for this post are.Nurtures, Leads and Manages People (2)Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (2)Works Collaboratively with others (2)Builds and Maintains Partnerships (2)Innovates and Embraces Change (2)Thinks and Acts Strategically (2)Drive to achieve impactful results (2)Manages ambiguity and complexity (2)UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to including everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination.UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid).Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF.UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason."UNICEF only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/"For more information on remuneration and benefits, please visit UNICEF's Entitlements' page.  If you would like to find estimates for entitlements, you may use the online Salary Estimate CalculatorOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support. Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility. Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.​ 

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UNICEF

Comptroller and Director, Division of Financial and Administrative Management - D2

United States of America, New York , New York
Nonprofit/Community/Social Services/International Cooperation
Other

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to protect the rights of every child. For over 75 years UNICEF has worked to improve the lives of children and their families. Saving and protecting lives and promoting child rights require a global presence and strong partnerships with governments, international and regional organizations, civil society and the private sector. All children have a right to survive, thrive and fulfil their potential – to the benefit of a better world. For every child, a championUnder the overall authority of the Executive Director and under the oversight of the Deputy Executive Director- Management, the Comptroller will direct and manage the organisation's global financial, budget, accounting and administrative management operations and contribute to senior management decision-making to help ensure UNICEF effectively lives up to its mandate to protect the rights of every child worldwide.The Comptroller plays an integral role in ensuring that UNICEF is an effective, efficient organization for children in a rapidly changing world. The ability to provide a clear vision for financial and administrative oversight, authoritative advice and dedication to financial performance are essential to this role. The Comptroller will set new financial and operational standards, transforming UNICEF's performance and impact with an agile operating model. As threats to children intensify globally, the Comptroller will play a vital role to ensure organizational resilience and enable UNICEF to adapt more nimbly to increasingly complex operating contexts. How can you make a difference?The Comptroller will have the following responsibilities:Monitors UNICEF's financial performance to ensure achievement of global organizational objectives and goals. Develops, implements, and ensures adherence to global financial, accounting, budgetary and administrative policies and procedures. Establishes internal control mechanisms, performance standards, and measurements to ensure the organisation's assets are protected, resources are efficiently and effectively utilised, and all operational transactions are in accordance with the UN/UNICEF Financial Regulations and Rules.Formulates the organisation's financial plans and participates in the formulation of the strategic plans and integrated budget. Proposes to the Executive Director liquidity policy and monitors its application to minimise risk and maximise utilisation of resources.Directs and supervises the activities of the Division of Financial and Administrative Management (DFAM) and provides financial guidance to senior management on financial, accounting, budget and administrative matters throughout the organisation.Oversees the Global Strategic Operations function, supporting Regional and Country offices, ensuring collaboration from all levels within the organization and providing technical support and direction.Manages and approves financial operations related to the organisation's assets and liabilities, revenue, and expenses. Directs the opening and management of all UNICEF bank accounts and authorises transfer and payment of funds. Decides, with the advice of a UNICEF Financial Advisory Committee, on the investment of funds. Monitors return on investments and take action to minimise investment risk.Ensures compliance with relevant financial accountability requirements and timely and reporting to Governing Bodies, Donors and UNICEF management. Develops and ensures adherence to accounting policies.Oversees the preparation and utilization of the institutional budget. In collaboration with relevant divisions, monitors the allocation and implementation of the programme and private sector budgets.Support the identification and formulation of innovative financing modalities in collaboration with UNICEF's Partnerships teams.Advises the Office of the Executive Director on the development of broad organisational operational objectives and policy issues. Ensures issuance of operational and financial policies and their consistent application throughout the Organisation.Contributes to financial planning and level of UNICEF expenditures and activities based on available and expected resources. Monitors and reports financial results in relation to budget plans.Serves as Chairperson of the Contract Review Committee (CRC) and the Insurance and Property Survey Board, which monitors UNICEF's self-insurance scheme and approves purchase of commercial insurance.Coordinates all relations of UNICEF with the United Nations Board of Auditors and other UN bodies as needed.Act for the Deputy Executive Director (Management) as required. Participates in UNICEF Executive Board meetings, providing guidance and advice to the Executive Director on financial and budgetary matters.Provides authoritative advice and decisions along with principles for new guidelines related to financial management. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...Advanced university degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field and internationally recognized professional certification (e.g., CPA, CA, ACCA or equivalent) is required. Knowledge of IPSAS, IFRS or GAAP is highly desirable.15 years of professional financial management experience at a senior level in large organizations.Background and knowledge of reporting implications of innovative and structured finance instruments is highly desirable.Proven record of progressively responsible leadership experience in financial management and accounting with excellent people management skills.Previous experience with the United Nations or international organizations with operations in humanitarian or development context is desired.Fluency in English required. Knowledge of another UN working language is desired.For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter:https://uni.cf/UNICEFValues UNICEF competencies required for this post are at level III as follows:Builds and maintains partnershipsDemonstrates self-awareness and ethical awarenessDrive to achieve results for impactInnovates and embraces changeManages ambiguity and complexityThinks and acts strategicallyWorks collaboratively with othersNurtures, leads and manages peopleDuring the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here. Remarks:UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support. Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. 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UNICEF

Chief WASH - P5

Lebanon, Beirut , Beirut

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, hope.The Chief WASH reports to the Deputy Representative for general guidance and direction. The Chief is responsible for managing and supervising all stages of WASH programme, including the overall climate change and adaptation/mitigation component, from strategic planning and formulation to the delivery of the WASH outcome and output results.At Country Office level, the Chief WASH reports to Deputy Representative for general guidance and direction. The Chief is responsible for managing and supervising all stages of the WASH programme from strategic planning and formulation to the delivery of the WASH outcome and output results.  The Chief is also responsible for leading and managing the CO WASH team.  The Chief WASH is accountable for ensuring that the WASH outcome and output results are achieved according to plans, allocations, results based-management approaches and methodology, UNICEF's Strategic Plan, standards of performance and accountability framework. The chief will also serve as the focal point for climate change action for the Country Office.  How can you make a difference?Managerial and technical leadershipStrategic guidance in Programme development and planningEfficiency in programme management, monitoring and quality control of resultsAdvisory services and technical supportAdvocacy, networking and partnership buildingQuality, timeliness and predictability of humanitarian WASH preparedness and responseInnovation, knowledge management and capacity buildingTo view the detailed description, please refer to the attached ToR: Chief WASH Level 5 (FiNAL), March 2024.doc To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: public health, social sciences, health and hygiene behavior change communication, environmental or public health, water resource management or another relevant technical field.Additional relevant post-graduate courses that complement/supplement the main degree are required.DEVELOPMENTAL:  a minimum of ten years of professional experience in WASH-related programmes at the national and international levels in a mix set of country context (including humanitarian, fragile, developing) is required.Proven ability to effectively lead a team to deliver results is required.HUMANITARIAN:  Emergency field experience working in humanitarian situations, including deployment missions (with UN-Govt-INGO) is required.  Experience working in multiple geographic regions is strongly desirable   Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, French,) or a local language is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are?Nurtures, Leads and Manages People (2)Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (2)Works Collaboratively with others (2)Builds and Maintains Partnerships (2)Innovates and Embraces Change (2)Thinks and Acts Strategically (2)Drive to achieve impactful results (2)Manages ambiguity and complexity (2)During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.  Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates are encouraged to apply.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.UNICEF does not charge any fee during any stage of the recruitment process.  This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here : Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.

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UNICEF

Chief Planning - P4

Indonesia, Jakarta , Jakarta

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, a visionUNICEF Indonesia is looking for a Chief, Planning who is accountable for providing coordination and guidance to the UNICEF Indonesia programme sections and field offices on programme planning and monitoring, including for emergency preparedness and response, risk-informed programming, and environment/climate. How can you make a difference?Under the supervision of Deputy Representative, the Chief Planning will deliver the following key end results: 1. Accurate, coherent and reliable information collected and reported on the performance of UNICEF-supported programmes including their relevance, efficiency, effectiveness, and sustainability, and in emergency contexts, their coverage, coordination and coherence. 2. Coordination of programme preparation, planning and management mechanisms with Government is effectively conducted, in line with the GoI-UNICEF agreements and regulations.3. Technical guidance and support provided for the collection of accurate, reliable, gender-specific and coherent information for the Country Office to effectively assess programme performance, with the involvement of key partners, in terms of progress towards key end-results established in annual and multi-year workplans, including budget management. 4. Technical guidance and support provided to ensure that Country Office Performance is systematically monitored and data for key indicators of the Annual Management Plan and management reports are collected, analyzed and made available to management and the Country Management Team.5. Office is well engaged in UN system-wide planning, strategizing, monitoring and reporting guidelines and compliant with relevant inter-agency guidelines and processes. 6. The awareness and understanding of the shared responsibility of programme planning and monitoring functions among all staff members are promoted and senior management are committed to it. 7. Technical assistance provided for the conduct of inter-agency rapid assessment to define humanitarian response, in line with core commitments for children in humanitarian action. 8. Effective cross-sectoral coordination and oversight of emergency preparedness and response activities, including to appeals, response plans, performance monitoring, and reporting. This will include effective oversight to the environment/climate agenda of the office.9. Technical oversight provided to the field offices for planning, results-based management, monitoring, review and reporting functionsKey Accountabilities: 1. Leadership of the office planning functionEnsure the country programme is provided with sufficient guidance and coordination for the strategic planning, annual planning, budgeting, review and reporting functions.2. Programme performance monitoring Ensure that the Country Office has quality information to assess programme and financial progress towards expected results established in annual and multi-year work plans. 3. Planning and monitoring capacity building Ensure that the monitoring capacities of Country Office staff are strengthened enabling them to increasingly undertake quality results-based planning and monitoring. 4. Technical support to field offices on programme planning, monitoring and reportingEnsure that field offices are provided with regular, coherent and coordinated programme guidance, especially on planning and monitoring functions, and are seamlessly integrated with programme sections.5. Communication and partnerships Ensure that all of the above tasks are carried out and accomplished through effective communication and partnerships within the organization:Please refer to the Job Profile attached for detail breakdowns of the above key accountabilities.  To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?An advanced university degree (Master's or higher) in international development, development planning, social sciences or other relevant disciplinesA minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience in programme planning and monitoring including both international and national work experiencesAt least one instance of exposure to humanitarian contexts or emergency programming is preferred, including preparedness planningExperience in supporting CO to design and submit a Country Programme Document (CPD) and the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation FrameworkDeveloping country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset. Updated JP P4 Chief Planning Jakarta 87210 clean.docx For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are?(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others (8) Nurtures, leads and manages people During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.  Remarks:Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. 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14/03/2024
UNICEF

Communication Specialist - P4

Jordan, Amman , Amman

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up.For every child, Hope How can you make a difference?Support the RO communications both during emergencies but as well in the field of media relation, campaigns and developing the com related strategies. Purpose:The incumbent is Accountable for developing, managing, coordinating, networking, implementing and monitoring an advocacy and communication strategy and associated products and activities on on-going basis with public audiences, with the objective of promoting awareness, understanding, support and respect for children's and women's rights, and support for UNICEF's mission, priorities and programmes in the country office/regional office/media hub, and at a global level and those of the UN Country Team. Responsibilities and Tasks: Communication strategyDevelop, maintain and update the country advocacy and communication strategy and associated work plan. Strategy and work plan  include: an environmental and stakeholder assessment; objectives; target audiences; messages and media mix; resources; specific actions, activities and products; monitoring and evaluation of impact; success and opportunity for improvement; ongoing refinement of the strategy.UNICEF's rights- and results-based programming approach is appropriately reflected in the communication strategy, work plan and products.Maintain close collaboration with Regional Communication Advisers and HQ Communication Officers for effective overall coordination. Media relationsPromote a better understanding of, respect and support for children's and women's rights and issues by carrying out media, information and education activities in support of UNICEF-assisted development programmes or humanitarian efforts in the country.Develop, maintain and update media relations contact list/database.Establish, document, review and refine process of communicating with media contacts, including press conferences and events, issuing of media materials etc.Ensure rapid and accurate information dissemination to the media, National Committees, NGOs, the field and other appropriate audiences.Identify, develop, distribute and evaluate variety of media materials in multiple, appropriate formats. Ensure or enhance the quality, appropriateness of country specific communication materials, activities, processes and messages transmitted to the press, partners and public.Collaborate with mass media through activities such as organizing project site visits, facilitating photo coverage and TV footage and utilizing both web-based and traditional media as appropriate.Monitor and evaluate the use and effectiveness of media materials and share results and findings.Maintain close collaboration with Regional Communication Advisers and HQ Communication Officers for effective overall coordination. Crises communication:Provide guidance, coordination, and support with regard to advocacy and communication around major crises communication issues, including coordination with PFP, Natcoms, DGCA and media, and other UN agencies where necessary.Develop with the concerned departments, including PFP and DGCA a crises com and Adv toolkit on steps to be taken within 72 hours of a crisis's situation in addition to roles and responsibilities of each entity.Explore with the Humanitarian development of a Comms preparedness module to be part of the Emergency preparedness plan of COs and as well on the regional preparedness plan.Support country offices in putting systems in place regarding management of reputational risks, including through identifying and mitigation risks.Regular coordination and engagement on key issues and global/regional campaigns and on sensitive issues that cannot be communicated at CO level. Networking and partnershipsDevelop, maintain and update partners contact list/database.Establish, document, review and refine process of working collaboratively with partners, including meetings, joint projects, information sharing etc.Ensure or enhance the quality, consistency and appropriateness of country-specific communication materials, activities, processes and messages shared with partners.Identify opportunities to strengthen the capacity of partners through appropriate advocacy and communication training, access to information, supplies and equipment and through knowledge sharing.Monitor, evaluate and share results and findings with partners. Celebrities and special eventsDevelop, maintain and update celebrities contact list/database.Establish, document, review and refine process of working with celebrities, including special events, media opportunities, field trips etc.Participate in global advocacy activities by planning visits of Goodwill Ambassadors, National Committee representatives, Executive Board members etc. including preparing information materials (e.g., press releases, programme summaries, country fact sheets and media kits), and necessary logistic arrangements. Highlight the achievements of the country programme. Maintain close collaboration with Regional Communication Advisers and HQ Communication Officers for effective overall coordination. Global priorities and campaignsSupport the UNICEF global communications objectives and strategies through development of complementary country specific and local community materials and activities. Work plan should anticipate the inclusion of work on global priorities and campaigns.Develop and deploy country office communication capacity to gather/facilitate the content and coverage of relevant country efforts. Use the opportunity to identify/highlight effective  programme activities and results.Ensure regular communication and co-ordination with relevant communication focal points in regional offices and headquarters divisions. Resource mobilization supportMobilize country office communication capacity to support and gather/facilitate the gathering of content and coverage of relevant country efforts. Use the opportunity to identify/highlight  effective programme activities and results in support of fund-raising.Mobilize resources for fund-raising support by regular communication and co-ordination with relevant communication focal points in regional offices and headquarters divisions.Lead a close collaboration and coordination with the partnerships and resource mobilization team to develop a streamlined fundraising/communication vector, notably on individual giving and campaigns and as well with NatComs. ManagementDevelop a work plan for communication activities, monitor compliance and provide support and guidance to ensure objectives are met.Plan and monitor the use of communication budgetary resources. Approve and monitor the overall allocation and disbursement and liquidation of funds. Take appropriate actions to optimize use of funds.Identify, recruit and supervise staff, technical resources and consultants as necessary. Conduct and Implement effective performance planning, monitoring, performance development programme as required.Ensure communication effectiveness, efficiency and delivery as well as a rigorous and transparent approach to planning, monitoring and evaluation. Monitoring and evaluationProvide technical support to ensure that a set of communication performance indicators is identified and adjusted as necessary, and these communication indicators are incorporated or fed forwarded in the Annual Management Plan, Annual Work Plan, etc.Conduct timely and accurate monitoring and evaluation activities to ensure the communications objectives are met and the strategy is effective.Undertake lessons learned review of successful and unsuccessful communication experiences and share observations/findings with country, regional and HQ communication colleagues so that best practices benefit UNICEF's communication work. Capacity building and supportAdvise UNICEF management, colleagues and staff on media strategy and implications for action and policies proposed.Support communication activities through knowledge management, information exchange and building capacity of the country communications team. Enable appropriate advocacy and communication training, access to information, supplies and equipment, and developing training and orientation material.Assist the Programme Communication Officer in the development of communication tools and/or strategies.Identify opportunities to strengthen the capacity of partners through appropriate advocacy and communication training. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?EducationAdvanced university degree in Communication, Journalism, Public Relations.(*A first University Degree combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree in the field of journalism, communications, external relations, public affairs, public relations or corporate communications.)Work ExperienceEight years of progressively responsible and relevant professional work experience in communication, print, broadcast, and/or new media.International and national work experience (for IP). Field work experience (for NO). Background/familiarity with Emergency situations.LanguageFluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are?(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.  Remarks:Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here : Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre. 

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14/03/2024
UNICEF

Emergency Specialist - P3

Democratic Republic of Congo, North Kivu , Goma

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, a future of hope and prosperityAt the onset of an emergency, preparedness and response ensures the survival and well-being of children, mothers and the affected communities. How can you make a difference?Under the direction and guidance of the Chief Field Office Goma and under the technical guidance of the Emergency Manager East, coordinates overall north Kivu emergency preparedness and response. Responsible for the development, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the emergency interventions to ensure the survival and well-being of children and mothers and affected communities in emergency.  Provides coordination and support for policy and programme planning and management in UNICEF supported emergency programme. Summary of key functions/accountabilities:1. Emergency PreparednessEnsures that adequate emergency preparedness measures are taken through the development and updating of east region contingency plans and establishment of early warning mechanisms, which leads to more effective preparedness and response to specific emergencies.Participates in the formulation and development of plans of action in preparation and response to emergencies, and monitors compliance of all sectors with emergency plans of action, including financial resources. Ensures coordination of the management of emergency preparedness and response.Provides policy and program advice related to emergencies, including on management related issues. Provides direction and guidance to the east region office in the implementation of emergency preparedness measures, which strengthens preparedness and response mechanisms in the east region faced with impending emergencies.Ensures the flow of information and communication crucial for the planning and implementation of emergencies. Identifies availability of resources in emergency prone areas and establishes logistics plans to be implemented during an emergency operation, to ensure a timely and effective emergency response. 2. Emergency ResponseIn the event of an emergency, takes prompt action as Team Leader or member of the Emergency Response Team which is deployed immediately to establish UNICEF's presence and implement the initial operational tasks relating to emergency assistance. Ensures that the office is provided with effective telecommunications facility and security assistance for the staff in an emergency.Assesses local conditions resulting from the emergency situation affecting children and their families in North Kivu. Leads and/or participates in needs assessment missions in order to determine priorities and an appropriate intervention by UNICEF. Contributes to assessing the crisis and humanitarian situation in north Kivu with special regard to the survival, protection and wellbeing of children, adolescents and women.Assists the Chief Field Office Goma in emergency operations oversight and program management to ensure that the funding, budget, management, reporting, and field presence coordination are managed efficiently and effectively with clear accountabilities.3. Emergency ProjectPrepares inputs for appeals and updates related to emergencies as well as project proposals for emergency. Works with program sections and senior management to mobilize donor response and recovery/rehabilitation-related funding, including annual or multi-annual humanitarian appeals and documents.Establishes longer-term requirements of the emergency operation/interventions. Plans and develops a more regular operational and staffing structure to take over from the Emergency Response Team.Maintains continuous, effective and strategic coordination, communication, consultation and liaison with Government, UN agencies, NGOs, donors and allies to appeal for aid for children and women with the special needs resulting from emergency situations requiring effective emergency responses in all sectors. Identifies implementing/operational partners and establishes implementing arrangements.  Ensures that the UNICEF support is effectively provided to the government with respect to sectoral coordination within the framework of the cluster approach and based on the Core Commitment for Children.As requested by the CFO, represents UNICEF in all humanitarian and recovery related forum at the strategic level and keeps management informed of all humanitarian developments in North Kivu in terms of policies, strategy, situation developments, potential threats and opportunities/issues in partnership.Ensures that disaster prevention, mitigation, preparedness and response strategies are mainstreamed in the Goma office's workplans. Prepares sectoral input for the east region programme documents, plan of action, annual workplans, and all related documents of the office's Emergency Preparedness and Response.4. UNICEF Rapid Response program (UniRR + CATI)Ensure solid implementation of UniRR and CATI programms in close collaboration with partners and UNICEF UNIRR and CATI technical advisers.Following field assessments, identify and conduct appropriate advocacy to ensure the implementation of identified recommendations, including for UniRR interventions and for information sharing and advocacy with clusters/working groups, to ensure follow-up of response provided by non-RRM actors, or response in sectors not covered by UniRREnsure regular budget monitoring and supervision in collaboration with partners. Contribute to the donors' reporting with quality and on time inputs about UniRR and CATI activities and prepare quality presentations to donors.Work with UNICEF sections, in particular nutrition, WASH, health, and Child protection/GBV, to reinforce link between UniRR and other humanitarian interventions.Participate to technical and coordination meetings to ensure wide visibility with donors. humanitarian partners, clusters, and local authorities. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?An advanced university degree (Master's or higher) in one of the following fields: social sciences, public administration, law, public health, nutrition, international relations, business administration or other related disciplines. Preferably a combination of management, administration, and relevant technical fields. *A first level University Degree (Bachelors') in the relevant field with two (2) additional years of relevant experience (7 in total) may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree.A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible professional work experience at the national and international levels in programme/project development, planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and administration.Developing east region work experience (for IP) or field work experience (for NO).Specialized training/experience in emergency response management highly desirableFluency in French and in English is required. Knowledge of the local language is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate?UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others.During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.  Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female are encouraged to apply.Eligible UNICEF International Professional (IP) Staff Members on fixed-term, continuing or permanent contracts applying to a Temporary Appointment, which is dedicated to L3 (or L2) Response, may be able to retain a lien and their fixed-term entitlements. The conditions of the temporary assignment will vary depending on the status of their post and their current tour of duty, and relocation entitlements may be limited as per the relevant policies.Please note that this is a non-family duty station. The successful candidate for this emergency recruitment MUST be available to commence work within 31 days of receiving an offer.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. 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14/03/2024
UNICEF

Humanitarian Cash Transfer Specialist - P3

Democratic Republic of Congo, Kinshasa , Kinshasa
Nonprofit/Community/Social Services/International Cooperation
Other

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, resultsUnder the direct supervision of the Emergency Specialist (HCT), UNICEF DRC and in close cooperation with the emergency and sectoral teams the position will support management of technical and operational elements of UNICEF's cash transfers interventions across the country and contribute to scaling up cash transfers interventions in DRC in a cross-sectoral manner. More specifically, the incumbent will be working closely with field offices, implementing partners, financial service providers and internal operational units to manage HCT interventions in an efficient and effective manner. How can you make a difference? ToR_TA_P3 Humanitarian Cash Transfer .docxSummary of key functions/accountabilities:Under the direct supervision the Humanitarian Cash Transfer Specialist P4, the HCT Specialist P3 position will focus on the tasks provided below:Programme Development and ManagementDevelop, review, and maintain work plans with time frames and deadlines for key activities of UNICEF's HCT and Cash+ programs; based on changing and emerging needs.Ensure standard operating procedures are implemented and updated as required.Support and manage UNICEF HCT Implementing partners in the field.Conduct regular operational analysis of the programme, identify areas of inferior performance, bottlenecks, and identify solutions such as program and process design improvements, additional trainings, and technical support.Ensure relevant analysis of complaints and feedback received through various sources and ensure implementing partners relevant follow up.Prepare relevant programme reports required for management & donors, budget reviews, program analysis and annual reports.Establish and supervise work plans and monitor progress and compliance.Monitoring Works closely with the relevant colleagues to implement a sound monitoring and evaluation system for the cash transfer programme; undertakes field visits to monitor and assess programme implementation and decides on required corrective action.Provide guidance to the relevant colleagues on the integrated use of a diversified set of data collection tools and methodologies including leveraging existing implementing partner systems,Produce relevant knowledge management products on HCT results and outcomes through data collection and analysis, complete and accurate reporting as well generating and documenting lessons learned.Manage implementing partners and third-party monitoring partners to deliver accurate, dependable, and timely outputs.Partnership, Coordination and Collaboration Support development of partnerships and collaboration with counterparts, including those of the UN, humanitarian partners, Government institutions and civil society organizations, to improve the ability to collect and disseminate development data and information, exchange information on programme/project status and implementation of humanitarian cash transfers programs.Collaborate with the Operations Section to ensure that UNICEF's HCT programs are implemented timely and effectively.Create, maintain, and manage effective partnerships with financial service providers.Maintain close collaboration with CO, Regional Advisers and HQ Officers for effective overall coordination on programmes.Plan, develop and implement linkages to other sectoral programme(s) by collaborating with UNICEF sectoral teams, the government, and other partners. Provide leadership in provision of technical advice, negotiation, advocacy, and promotion of area/country level goals, leading to agreement on practicable and priority actions to be supported by UNICEF programme and country level cooperation.Optimum Use of Programme Funds for cash transfer programmeEstablish and supervise programme work plans and monitor progress and compliance. Monitor the overall allocation and disbursement of program funds and make sure that UNICEF's funds are properly monitored and liquidated.Take appropriate actions to optimize use of programme funds. Ensure programme efficiency and delivery through a rigorous and transparent approach to programme planning, monitoring and evaluation.Ensure all applicable Harmonized Approach to Cash Transfers (HACT) risk management measures are implemented.  To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?EducationAdvanced degree in international development, social sciences, public policy, public health, or relevant field. A first University Degree in relevant field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an  Advanced University Degree.Work ExperienceFive years of relevant professional work experience in managing cash transfers modality.Developing country work experienceBackground/familiarity with Emergency and Humanitarian Cash Transfers.Knowledge and skillsExperience in programme management, including planning, budget management, and reporting, is required.Experience in coordinating grievances redressal mechanisms in humanitarian cash transfers program.Ability to work independently and respond to feedback in a timely and professional manner.Experience in emergency program implementation.Demonstrated knowledge in use of cash in emergencies.Familiarity with UNICEF's programmes in emergency contexts preferred.Experience in multi-stakeholder co-ordination and facilitation.Excellent communication & presentation skills (written & verbal) across multiple audiences with the ability to influence others while working in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.High motivation, and dedication to deliver results within strict timeframeLanguage Requirements:Fluency in French and English are required. Knowledge of another UN language or local language is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are?(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others (8) Nurtures, Leads and Manages PeopleDuring the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. Remarks:Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply! This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here : Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.

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13/03/2024
UNICEF

Education Specialist (EiE) - P3

Central African Republic, Bangui , Bangui

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, EducationThe humanitarian situation in the Central African Republic (CAR) remains worrisome and volatile. While insecurity and conflict-related violence have somwhat decreased since the peak of the 2021 post-election crisis, they remain widespread. The number of internally displaced people (IDPs) has also decreased since the post-election crisis spike of 722,000 in September 2021, but remains at a high level, with 452,761 IDPs recorded at the end of May 2023. The persistence of armed conflict and the increasing deterioration of household condition expose children to violence, abuse, economic and sexual exploitation and psychosocial distress. How can you make a difference?Under the guidance and general supervision of the Chief, Education (Level 4), the Specialist supports the development and preparation of the Education  programmes and is responsible for managing, implementing, monitoring, evaluating and reporting the progress of education programmes/projects within the country programme. The Specialist provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes to facilitate the administration and achievement of results on education programmes/projects to improve learning outcomes and equitable and inclusive education, especially for children who are marginalized, disadvantaged and excluded in society.The Specialist contributes to achievement of results according to plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM), as well as UNICEF's Strategic Plans, standards of performance, and accountability framework.The summary of your key functions and accountabilities will be :Support to programme development and planningProgramme management, monitoring and delivery of resultsTechnical and operational support to programme implementationNetworking and partnership buildingInnovation, knowledge management and capacity building To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?An advanced university degree (Master or higher) in one of the following fields is required: education, economics, psychology, sociology, or another relevant technical field. *A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree.A minimum of five years of professional experience in programme planning, management, and/or research in education is required.Experience working in a developing and/or emergency country is considered as an asset.Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset.Fluency in French is required and working knowledge of English are required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset Technical competenciesTechnical competencies must be demonstrated in the following areas:Understanding of the overall global development context,Knowledge of global developments in educationAbility to support policy dialogue:Education sector planning knowledge/ability,Education and policy sector analysis capacity,Programme management in education,Ability to support engagement with partnersUnderstanding of gender and inequity issuesKnowledge/experience in education in emergency response: For every Child, you demonstrate?UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness(3)Drive to achieve results for impact(4)Innovates and embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6)Thinks and acts strategically(7)Works collaboratively with others.[add the 8th competency (Nurtures, leads and manages people) for supervisory role]During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.  Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable are encouraged to apply.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service. UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.Eligible UNICEF International Professional (IP) Staff Members on fixed-term, continuing or permanent contracts applying to a Temporary Appointment, which is dedicated to L3 (or L2) Response, may be able to retain a lien and their fixed-term entitlements. The conditions of the temporary assignment will vary depending on the status of their post and their current tour of duty, and relocation entitlements may be limited as per the relevant policies. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. 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13/03/2024
UNICEF

Fund Raising Specialist (Donor Journey) - P3

Switzerland, Geneva , Geneva

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. The Division of Private Fundraising and Partnerships (PFP) aims to achieve results for children by maximizing UNICEF's private fundraising and advocacy around the world. To carry out this mission, PFP coordinates fundraising activities and private sector partnerships with offices in over fifty countries.PFP works with National Committees and UNICEF Country Offices to maximize income and drive growth. The Individual Giving (IG) team operates to support and enable countries in their fundraising operations, grow their individual giving revenue, and develop capabilities, as well as supporting or leading the development of relevant global growth strategies.The Fundraising Specialist (Donor Journeys) will work as part of Individual Giving (IG), building the practice of fundraising journeys that are audience-centered, and capitalize on the latest technologies to deliver improved donor experience and an increased donor lifetime value. For every child, a ChampionThe Fundraising Specialist (Donor Journeys) will support fundraising offices to develop and use omnichannel multi-product journeys to deliver improved donor experience, loyalty, and an increased donor lifetime value. How can you make a difference?1. Deliver donor journeys that improve long term net income through improved donor engagement and experienceDevelop an approach to global journeys that scales sustainably to provide donor experiences that improve value throughout the lifetime of donor support.Work in partnership with key Individual Giving teams and Marketing Cloud resources such as the SES team to ensure journeys are making full use of the capabilities of UNICEF marketing technology.Enable IG teams to make data-informed and insights-based decisions across the full donor journey including continuous monitoring and evolution of donor engagement touchpoints and metrics.2. Work with key markets to identify ways donor experiences in local markets can be improved from the learnings on global journeysWork with market focal points to define key challenges and solutions for local markets in delivering excellence in donor experience and growth.Develop pilot programs to test new approaches to donor journeys among local UNICEF offices, with a focus on how those tests can be scaled to other offices.3. Build a support model for journeys in Marketing Cloud and related technology to offer scalable support to markets using SalesforceDevelop a strategy for support detailing where the global team can add most value, and what aspects of journeys should remain the responsibility of local offices.Outline plans to engage with Marketing Cloud community at UNICEF and utilize this to advise on topics such as analysis, measurement, managing scale and other relevant topics for countries.4. Support the coordination of global IG activities with individual countriesCoordinate development of the Marketing Cloud with colleagues in Digital Delivery, ensuring user requirements are well articulated, and based on both a clear donor need and business impact.Ensure the secure data transfer of leads to National Committees and country offices where appropriate.5. Other DutiesDue to the nature of this post, many ad-hoc tasks and projects may be assigned to the incumbent. Provides backup for the Fundraising Manager as required. To qualify as a champion for every child you will have?Education:An Advanced University degree is required in one of the following fields: Marketing, Social Science, Communication, Fundraising, Business Administration, or another relevant technical field.Alternatively, a first-level university degree in a relevant field combined with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.Experience:A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible professional work experience in omnichannel marketing journeys is required.Excellent writing, interpersonal and presentation skills are required.Experience with website traffic tracking/analysis and user interface analysis required.Experience and demonstrable knowledge of Marketing Cloud and analytics platforms is required.Experience with the UN system is an asset.Language requirement:Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish) is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesThe UNICEF competencies required for this post are...Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (1)Works Collaboratively with others (1)Builds and Maintains Partnerships (1)Innovates and Embraces Change (1)Thinks and Acts Strategically (1)Drives to achieve impactful results (1)Manages ambiguity and complexity (1) are required.During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.   Remarks:UNICEF's Headquarter (HQ) office in Geneva is currently undergoing organizational changes which may lead to changing locations for some of the HQ positions currently based in Geneva. If a position that you are offered is currently linked to an HQ office in Geneva, it may change to a different location later during your appointment. If you are selected for a position based in a Geneva HQ office, you may be allowed to commence duties remotely until the identification of the new location is finalized. If reassigned or relocated to the Geneva HQ office before your office moves to a new location, you may be expected to relocate to a new location again.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here : Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.

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13/03/2024
UNICEF

Communications Intern, ICTD Digital Core

Spain, Valenciana, Community of , Valencia

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up.  For every child, a connected world. The overarching strategic goal of UNICEF's Information and Communication Technology Division (ICTD) is to transform and build partnerships with our stakeholders to successfully implement UNICEF programs globally through innovative technology-enabled solutions. UNICEF is going through an exciting digital transformation that will influence the work of the entire organization. As part of this transformation, UNICEF has opened a new ICTD Digital Core office in Valencia, Spain to execute ICTD's digital strategy across all UNICEF locations globally How can you make a difference? UNICEF is looking for an intern to support the Comms Team in its Information Communication Technology Division (ICTD). The Intern will have the opportunity to learn about UNICEF's mission, its various programmes, and how it operates globally, while being exposed to working in an international environment. This role will further develop analytical and transactional skills while allowing participation in interesting initiatives. The Intern will support the comms function at the division with tasks such as researching, interviewing, writing, editing, collecting materials, collating information, and preparing for publishing in internal and external channels. The Intern will also assist and work on other comms tasks such as keeping track of social media accounts and discussions online, proposing ideas for articles, page layout, social media posts, and any other comms-related ad hoc tasks.  The intern will assist in external event organization, where applicable.  To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have? Current or recent (graduated in the last 2 years) enrollment in a university programme in Communication, Media, or other related area Ability to work 40 hrs/week in Valencia, Spain or remotely.  Fluency in English is required, Spanish knowledge would be an asset Knowledge of relevant computer systems and applications; excellent knowledge of software such as but not limited to virtual tools and MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint. Design software such as InDesign, Photoshop, etc., would be an asset. Communication - Effectively presents thoughts and ideas including complex technical concepts, in a clear, concise, and readily understood manner, both verbally and in writing. Listens to and acknowledges others' perspectives and views Flexibility - Works effectively on multiple assignments simultaneously and adapts to changing demands and circumstances Good communication and interpersonal skills ? able to work well in a team environment Strong attention to detail with solid writing as well as organization skills Excellent listener Commitment and drive for results  Contract Duration and Terms The duration of this internship is 6 months. Individuals must fund their travel and living expenses in Valencia if coming onsite. Individuals must have proof of medical insurance covering their time at the duty station.Individuals are personally responsible for obtaining any required visa or residence permit, covering the entire period of their internship Internships are paid a monthly net stipend of EUR 800.00 per month for full-time arrangements (40hrs/week), which will be prorated according to attendance. I working remotely, this might be adjusted to the actual location . Work arrangements are based on the effective regulations of the duty station, organizational needs and schedules of the interns.Interns may take up to 2.5 days per month off work for any reason, including for medical reasons. The stipend will be reduced for any absence beyond this quota.  For every Child, you demonstrate... UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness(3)Drive to achieve results for impact(4)Innovates and embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6)Thinks and acts strategically(7)Works collaboratively with others.During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic. We offer reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. Remarks:  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here : Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre. 

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13/03/2024
UNICEF

Internal Auditor - P2

United States of America, New York , New York

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, hopeThe Office of Internal Audit and Investigations (OIAI) is an independent office reporting to UNICEF's Executive Director and the Executive Board. It has two sections: The Internal Audit Section and the Investigations Section. The Audit team helps UNICEF fulfill its mission by providing independent and objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of UNICEF's operations.These positions are based in New York and Nairobi and require frequent and extended travels (up to four months per year) to UNICEF locations, often in difficult duty stations, outside of the duty station. How can you make a difference?The Office of Internal Audit and Investigations (OIAI) provides independent and objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve the operations of UNICEF. It helps UNICEF accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of governance, risk management and control processes. OIAI's annual work plan covers a wide range of UNICEF's activities implemented at Headquarters and field locations throughout the world.The Internal Auditor supports in providing assurance and advisory services. This is an entry level position which provides opportunities for incumbents to acquire professional expertise, organizational knowledge and exposure for further career advancement. Key AccountabilitiesEngagement Planning, execution and reportingI. As a team member, participate in engagement planning activities that include engagement-specific risk assessment, determination of engagement objectives, scope and procedures and for own assigned segment(s) of the approved engagement plan:Execute the relevant procedures to achieve the specific engagement objectives.Prepare working papers in TeamMate, adequately evidencing the work performed to achieve the specific engagement objectives. Develop observations clearly describing what was found vis-à-vis the specific engagement objectives, the criteria used, root cause(s) of what was found, consequence(s) and corrective actions.Validate and confirm factual accuracy of observations through discussions with appropriate level of client staff and other relevant means of corroboration.Develop inputs to engagement reports in conformance with OIAI reporting requirements.MonitoringAssist in monitoring the implementation of recommendations.Participate in professional development activities, and other activities as required. To qualify as a champion, for every child you will need to have?A university degree in business administration, finance, economics, accounting, risk management, information technology, or another related field is required.Certification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or equivalent is highly desirable.A minimum of two years of progressively responsible relevant professional experience in internal and/or external auditing in either government, non-profit organizations, and/or the private sector is required.Experience of working in developing countries and international development is highly desirable.Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN language is considered as an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability (CRITA) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter:UNICEF competencies required for this post are?Builds and maintains partnershipsDemonstrates self-awareness and ethical awarenessDrive to achieve results for impactInnovates and embraces changeManages ambiguity and complexityThinks and acts strategicallyWorks collaboratively with othersDuring the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels. UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here : Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.

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13/03/2024
UNICEF

Executive Manager - P4

China, Beijing , Beijing

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, ChampionThe 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 favoritism. 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 fulfill 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.China CO is a large country office. While demonstrating results for children at scale in China, UNICEF also works with the government, private sector and other actors to harness the reach and resources of China for the benefit of children globally. How can you make a difference?Under the overall guidance and direction of the Head of Office, the Executive Manager plays a pivotal role in assisting the Representative to develop and coordinate strategic direction matters, as they pertain to all aspects of UNICEF's work. S/he performs an essential liaison function between senior figures and maintains effective linkages with other relevant functional units both in UNICEF and externally. S/he supervises the Front Office team. key functions/accountabilities:Support the Representative and the office management in setting and perusing key strategic objectives.Support the management in prioritizing work in line with these objectives and in communicating strategic priorities to the office's internal and external counterparts at all levels.Analytically review information received by the Representative and the management and identify priority matters that need to be urgently addressed, advising on action as appropriate.Manage the flow of information to the Representative and ensure that appropriate action is taken by responsible section/division/office heads on matters brought to the attention of the Representative.Draft sensitive and important correspondence on a variety of matters on behalf of the Representative.Assist with the crafting of guidance documents, policy statements and speeches for delivery by the Representative, and initiate, edit, and finalize drafts prepared by other units. Effectively liaise with communications focal points to ensure preps and coverage for social media and other engagements.Coordinate activities related to policy formulation, preparing background and position papers for the Representative's consideration in cooperation with relevant offices and sections.Coordinate and participate in meetings and special events involving the Representative with senior staff and external visitors. Prepare summary conclusions on such meetings, as requested. Ensure follow-up actions are monitored and brought to the attention of the Representative.Assist in planning and managing the Representative's missions and meetings, accompanying the Representative when required, ensuring the maximum effectiveness of the mission and ensuring that all necessary follow-up action is taken.Assist the Representative and office senior management in the preparation of strategic documents for high-level meetings involving the Executive Director, Deputy Executive Directors, Regional Directors, Representatives and other key senior figures within and outside the organisation and escalate urgent and important issues as required.Oversee and ensure the timely flow of information within the office, and with the region, Headquarters, and others as required, in close consultation with the Representative and Deputy Representatives (DepReps).For staff under their supervision, establish clear individual performance objectives, goals and timelines; and provide timely guidance to enable the team to perform their duties responsibly and efficiently.Monitor work progress and ensure results are achieved according to schedule and performance standards.Follow-up on policies and instructions presented by the Representative. Impact of Results:Strategic impact of UNICEF China Office and its senior management is ensured through effective management of the UNICEF China Front Office and its partnerships, programme and management support functions. Goals set out in the Front Office workplan are achieved, which will help enable UNICEF to achieve programme goals at national and global levels. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?Skills:Skill in the identification of new opportunities or requirements to meet challenges and propose changes.Diplomatic communication and negotiation skills to establish and maintain trusted partnerships for achievement of objectives and to develop close and effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders.Ability to contribute to formulation of strategies and policiesExcellent drafting and editing skillsExcellent communication skillsHigh standards of tact, discretion, integrity, and confidentiality.Proven ability to work effectively and efficiently as a team, coping with pressure and setbacks, as well as responding and adapting to change.Strong analytical skills, drive for results, as well as planning and organizing skills.Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the organization.Ability to work proactively and with minimal supervision, following instructions, procedures and policies, and keeps to schedules delivering work on time.Excellent time management skills to deal with conflicting and urgent priorities.Education:An advanced university degree is required in International Relations, Political Science, Public Administration, or another relevant technical field.Experience:A minimum of eight years of relevant professional work experience in external relations, public affairs or international development cooperation, preferably within the UN, or in a government institution, NGO.Prior experience of working in coordination, planning, or in an executive office will be an asset.Experience working in other organizations (government, UN, and NGO) in a coordination capacity.Experience in both headquarters and the field, working with multiple priorities in high-pressure environments.Language Requirements:Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN language or local language of the duty station is considered as an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are?Nurtures, Leads and Manages People (2)Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (2)Works Collaboratively with others (2)Builds and Maintains Partnerships (2)Innovates and Embraces Change (2)Thinks and Acts Strategically (2)Drive to achieve impactful results (2)Manages ambiguity and complexity (2)During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.  Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable candidates with disability are encouraged to apply.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. 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13/03/2024
UNICEF

Immunization Specialist - P3

Venezuela, Distrito Capital , Caracas

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up.For every child, Strength  How can you make a difference?KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES and DUTIES & TASKS Within the delegated authority and under the given organizational set-up, the incumbent may be assigned the primary, shared, or contributory accountabilities for all or part of the following areas of major duties and key end-results. 1. Timely sectoral analysis, input, support and coordination contribute to the Situation Analysis with consistent integration of sex disaggregated data and its periodic update for effective project planning, development and management.     Contributes towards the preparation of the Situation Analysis by compiling , analysing and evaluating information and providing the technical input. Ensures the preparation of the Situation Analysis relative to Immunization (EPI) interventions in the country and its periodic update. Prepares sectoral input to the Country Programme Document,  and all related documents (e.g., Plan of Operations, Project Plans of Action, Country Programme Summary Sheet, Programme Summary Sheet) of the Immunization programme and management of Gavi and procurement services projects.  2. Quality contributions are made to the development and implementation of Immunization strategies and approaches through participation and collaboration with internal and external partners.     Collaborates with other UNICEF sectors, particularly Health, Nutrition, HIV and programme communication to ensure integration of the Immunization programme with other sectors.     Participates with UNICEF, Government, non-government organizations (NGOs) and other partners in the development of the immunization strategies and approaches.  Ensures achievement of strategic results in line with agreed Annual and Country Programme objectives and adopts corrective action to meet programme/project objectives.     Contributes to the identification of new approaches for improving programme delivery with emphasis on project management, evaluation, sustainability of intervention and community participation based on Human Rights framework and cross sector approach to programming and Community Capacity Development.     3. Work plan and objectives are strategically established, technical support is effectively provided, and planned results are timely delivered through the exercise of strong technical leadership.As Immunization Specialist, exercises technical leadership for, and participates in, the development of the results-based sectoral work plan and technical decisions as well as for administration, implementation, monitoring and follow-up of sectoral project activity, consistent with the defined project strategies and approaches. Ensures objectives and targets are timely met and achieved, through full coordination between activities, by leading and supporting a team of professional and support staff.Meets with national and international agencies overseeing the management of programmes/projects. Participates in meetings with ministries responsible for programme/project review, and follows up on implementation of recommendations and agreements, and integration of gender mainstreaming across sectors.4. Project implementation progress is monitored and evaluated for adjustment, acceleration and improvement of program delivery and sustainability.     Undertakes field visits to monitor programmes, as well as participates in periodic programme reviews with government counterparts and other partners. Identifies necessary action for programme adjustments. Provides technical advice and assistance to government officials and implementing partners in the planning and management of the Immunization programme and ensure sustainability of interventions.   Support maintenance of information system for monitoring gender/sex disaggregated data.5. Technical support is provided to government and NGOs at all stages of the programme cooperation, including capacity building of government personnel and beneficiaries.Provides technical support to government and NGOs at the national and provincial levels in the planning, development and implementation stages of the programmes/projects. Identifies training needs; plans, organizes and conducts training and orientation activities for government personnel and beneficiaries, for the purpose of capacity building, sustainability of programme/projects and promotion/expansion of coverage of services.6. The capacities of Country Office staff are strengthened through effective capacity building programme in the  development, implementation and management of the Immunization Programme and cold chain.     Plans and organizes a staff training/development programme to upgrade the capacity of the Country Office staff in the programme development, implementation and management of the Immunization Programme. Conducts relevant orientation, workshop, training and staff learning/development activities.7. UNICEF and Government accountability is ensured for supply and non-supply assistance and disbursement of programme funds for the sector.    Coordinates with Operations and Supply staff on supply and non-supply assistance activities ensuring UNICEF and Government partner accountability. Certifies disbursements of funds, ensuring those activities are within established plans of action and programme budget allotments.  Monitors the overall allocation and disbursement of programme funds, making sure that funds are properly coordinated, monitored and liquidated. Submits financial status reports to management in compliance with the regulations and guidelines.8. Effective partnership and collaboration achieved and maintained for advocacy, technical cooperation, programme coordination, information sharing and knowledge networking.    Coordinates activities and exchanges information and knowledge with other programmes to contribute to achievement of overall country programme objectives. Participates in establishing effective monitoring, knowledge database/network and reporting systems to ensure the availability of current and accurate programme information/data and contributes to the development of communication materials and strategies to support advocacy and community participation for the Immunization Programme.Maintains close working relationships to establish partnership and collaboration with external counterparts, including those of the UN and national partners, in order to improve the ability to collect and disseminate relevant data, exchange information on programme/project development and implementation. Ensures exchange of knowledge, information, experience and lessons learned.9. The most relevant and strategic information is provided to support the  Immunization Programme by the effective implementation of the monitoring system.In collaboration with monitoring and evaluation and program communication colleagues, conducts accurate and timely monitoring and data collection, and supports an integrated monitoring system. Participates in major evaluation exercises, programme mid-term review, annual sector review and preview meetings. Analyses and evaluates data to ensure achievement of objectives and recommends corrective measures as appropriate.Ensures the accurate and timely input of project information in the monitoring system, and issues status reports for monitoring and evaluation purposes.10. All required programme reports are timely prepared in compliance with the established guidelines and procedures.    Ensures the timely preparation of annual sector status reports in compliance with the established guidelines and procedures. Participates in the preparation of all programme reports for management, Board, donors, budget reviews, programme analysis, and annual reports.11. Emergency preparedness is maintained,  and in emergencies, emergency responses with effective coordination are provided.Collaborates in forming emergency preparedness plan relating to the areas of responsibility. In case of emergency, participates in monitoring and assessing the nature and extent of the emergency in the assigned area. Coordinates and provides assistance to the Country Office in identifying where support is required in terms of immediate response as well as long-term strategy and plan.12. Other assigned duties and responsibilities are effectively performed.Performs and delivers additional duties and services assigned by the supervisor. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?An advanced university degree (Master's or higher) in Public Health, Paediatric Health, Child Development, Child Health, Nutrition, Epidemiology, Public Administration, Social Policy, Social Development, Community Development, or other relevant disciplines.   A minimum of five (5) years of professional work experience at the national and international levels in planning, programming, implementation monitoring and evaluation of health/Immunization programmes. Professional work experience in a technical expert position related to child survival & health care.Developing country work experience or fieldwork experienceBackground/familiarity with Emergency AND Humanitarian Response.Fluency in English and Spanish is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are?(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others (8) Nurtures, leads and manages peopleDuring the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.  Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.UNICEF only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed atAll selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Please note that candidates who have already applied to this process do not need to reapply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here : Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre. 

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13/03/2024
UNICEF

Programme Specialist (Cross Sectoral) - P3

Philippines, Cotabato , Cotobato

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, a fair chanceThe United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) have worked in the Philippines continuously since 1948.UNICEF's vision for every child in the Philippines is intimately linked to the realization of several Sustainable Development Goals and the promise to leave no one behind.  By 2030, we want to see that no child in the Philippines suffers from hunger; that every child has access to good health services, quality education opportunities, clean water and toilets; and children grow up protected and develop in an inclusive, just and peaceful society.Since its establishment, UNICEF has been helping the Philippine government to strengthen national policies, programmes and services to ensure that all Filipino children enjoy their rights. UNICEF supports the Government to extend the coverage and implementation of policies and legislation that benefit children and the most disadvantaged; to support the implementation of positive budget reforms and leverage the considerable fiscal space; to innovate and adapt national programmes to support inclusivity and relevance in diverse remote rural areas, impoverished urban areas, hazard and conflict-prone areas; and to strengthen national capacity to monitor change for children.As an impartial partner, we are mandated to work with both state and non-state actors to protect the rights and promote the wellbeing of every child. We have successfully worked through many Government reforms in the Philippines, and we continue to work with the national government, its different agencies, and departments, and with local government units and authorities, including the Bangsamoro Transition Authority in Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao.UNICEF's capacity, technical skills and structure allow us to work effectively with policy and decision-makers and be among the first responders to humanitarian crisis. It allows us to assess and respond quickly to the priorities and needs of communities in the most remote and underserved areas of the country. UNICEF's geographic priority areas in the Philippines include Northern Samar, Western Samar, Zamboanga del Norte and BARMM, Basilan, Lanao del Sur, Maguindanao, Sulu and Tawi-Tawi.Visit this link for more information on UNICEF in the Philippines https://www.unicef.org/philippines/ How can you make a difference?The Programme Specialist (Cross Sectoral) handles the coordination of both the horizontal and vertical dimensions of the different programmes and projects. It includes programme support role that covers programme monitoring and evaluation (PME), mainstreaming social and behaviour change (SBC), adolescent development and participation (ADAP), gender, disability inclusion (DI) and emergency preparedness and response.The Programme Specialist is accountable for the cross-sectoral coordination functions throughout the programming process within the Country Programme, from development planning to delivery of results, especially in the execution of the multisectoral development projects, including KOICA and EU Grants. Through coordination with the section heads, the PS ensures that cross-cutting themes such as SBC, ADAP, Gender and DI are mainstreamed in each of the section during the preparation, execution, management and implementation of the technical and administrative programme tasks. The PS also oversees the programme progress monitoring, evaluation and the timely reporting of results to inform decision-making, strategic discussions, programming and consumption of partners and donors and resource mobilization agenda. The PS will be deputized with some of the CFO's functions (especially in the absence of the latter). The PS leads the cross-sectoral coordination of the emergency preparedness and response activities in coordination with the section heads and will also serve as the emergency focal point for the Field Office.Under the supervision of the Chief of the Mindanao Field Office, the post shall undertake the following responsibilities:1. Cross-sectoral project coordination functions - mostly for KOICA and EU Projects2. Programme Monitoring and Evaluation3. Coordination of emergency preparedness and response /serve as the emergency focal point for the field office4. Coordinating and Mainstreaming SBC, ADAP, Gender and Disability Inclusion in all aspects of the programme5. Deputizing the Chief of Field Office*A complete Job description may be found in this Specific_JD_Programme Specialist (Cross Sectoral MFO) PHI24022.pdf outlining the specific tasks aligned to the responsibilities. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...Advanced University Degree in one of the following fields: International Development, Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science. A first-level university degree (Bachelor's) in a relevant field (as identified above), in conjunction with additional eight (8) years of relevant work experience maybe taken in lieu of an advanced university degree.At least 5 years of relevant experience and proven expertise in the area of coordination (especially matrix type) and programme management.Previous demonstrable experience in working on SBC, PME, Gender, Disability Inclusion and Adolescent development and participation and emergency preparedness and response.Experience in working with the Korean International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) in a similar capacity is an advantage.Demonstrated capacity to work and liaise with external partners in project management.Facilitation of strategic linkages is required.Background and/or familiarity with emergency and/or humanitarian is considered as an assetFluency in English is required. Knowledge of the local language (Tagalog) and Korean language is an asset.*A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree. How to applyQualified candidates are requested to complete an online candidate profile in http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/ by 22 March 2023 Only applications sent through the e-recruitment portal under Job No. 570232 will be considered.By applying through our Talent Management System (TMS) you agree to our privacy statement which is in line with the Philippines' Data Privacy Act. You are strongly advised to read carefully through the privacy statement before submitting your application.For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values UNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others. (8) Nurtures, leads and manages peopleDuring the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.  Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable Male candidates are encouraged to apply.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support. Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility. Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.​ 

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11/03/2024
UNICEF

Chief Nutrition - P5

India, Tamil Nādu , New Dehli

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For Every Child, AN ADVOCATE...The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does in programs, 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 favoritism. 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.UNICEF India is looking for Chief Nutrition to spearhead its nutrition program, overseeing all aspects from strategic planning and formulation to the delivery of measurable outcomes. The selected candidate will take charge of leading and managing the Nutrition team based in New Delhi and coordinating with the Nutrition Network operating across 13 Field offices.For more details, please click  Chief Nutrition.pdf How can you make a difference?Under the supervision of Deputy Representative, Programmes, the incumbent will be responsible for following responsibilities and tasks: Managerial leadershipEstablish the section's annual work plan with the nutrition team and network, and set priorities and targets. Monitor work progress and ensure results are achieved according to schedule and performance standards.Establish clear individual performance objectives, goals and timelines; and provide timely guidance to enable the team to perform their duties responsibly and efficiently. Plan and ensure timely performance management and assessment and professional and career growth and development of the team and team members.Supervise team members by providing them with clear objectives, goals, direction, and guidance to enable them to perform their duties responsibly, effectively and efficiently.Promote and support a team of nutrition team members in Delhi and field offices working supportive and collaborative with each other and with colleagues in other sections.  Programme development and planningLead and support the planning and updating of the situation analysis to ensure comprehensive and current data on maternal and child nutrition is available to guide policy development and design and management of nutrition programmes and projects.Keep abreast of development trends to enhance programme management, efficiency and delivery to achieve sustainable, effective and equitable coverage of maternal, newborn and child health and nutrition programme results.Lead, coordinate and supervise the formulation and design of nutrition programme/project recommendations and related documentations as a component of the Country Programme, establishing clear programme goals, objectives, strategies and results based on results-based planning terminology and methodology (RBM).Oversee the timely preparation of nutrition programme recommendation to ensure the alignment of nutrition programmes with the overall UNICEF Strategic Plan, Country Programme, and coherence and integration with the UN Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF), regional strategies, and national priorities, plans and competencies.Consult and collaborate with colleagues and external partners to provide technical and operational support on programme planning, management and implementation, and to ensure integration, coherence and harmonization of programmes/projects with UNICEF Strategic Plans, donors' development strategies, policies, country level national priorities and competencies, and UN system development interventions and initiatives.Lead close collaboration, partnerships and joint initiatives with other sections and partners to ensure a multisectoral, convergent nutrition response.Programme management, monitoring and quality control of resultsCoordinate, plan and/or collaborate with internal and external partners to establish monitoring benchmarks, performance indicators and other UNICEF/UN system indicators and measurements to assess and strengthen performance accountability, coherence and delivery of concrete and sustainable results in nutrition programmes. Participate in monitoring and evaluation exercises, programme reviews and annual health reviews with the government and other counterparts to assess progress and to determine required action/interventions to achieve results. Assess monitoring and evaluation reports to identify gaps, strengths and/or weaknesses in programme management.Identify lessons learned and use knowledge gained for development planning and timely intervention to achieve goals. Monitor programmes and projects to assess progress, identify bottlenecks and potential problems; and take timely decisions to resolve issues and/or refer to relevant officials for timely resolution. Plan, approve, monitor and control the use of programme resources (financial, administrative and other assets) confirming compliance with organizational rules, regulations, procedures, standards of accountability and integrity, donor commitments. Ensure timely reporting and liquidation of resources.Submit Programme/project reports to donors and other partners to keep them informed on Programme progress and critical issues. Advisory services and technical support Advise key government officials, NGO partners, UN system partners and other country office partners on policies, strategies, best practices and approaches on nutrition and related issues to support Programme development planning, management, implementation and delivery of results.Participate in strategic programme discussions and planning to provide technical advice, contribute to policy discussions and agendas, and promote health/nutrition interventions, especially in the areas of gender, emergency preparedness and maternal/newborn/child health and nutrition. Prepare policy papers, briefs and other strategic Programme materials for management use, information and/or consideration. Participate in emergency preparedness initiatives Programme development and contingency planning and/or to respond to emergencies in country or where designated.Advocacy, networking and partnership building Build and strengthen strategic partnerships with nutrition/health sector government counterparts, national stakeholders, global partners, allies, donors, and academia, through active networking, advocacy and effective communication. Build capacity, exchange knowledge and expertise, and/or promote cooperation and alliances to achieve programme goals on maternal and child rights as well as social justice and equity.Lead the development of  communication and information strategies and materials to highlight programme goals, achievements and/or needs to promote awareness, establish partnerships/alliances and support fund raising for nutrition programmes (maternal, infant and child survival and development).Participate and/or represent UNICEF in appropriate inter-agency (UNCT) discussions and planning on nutrition-related issues to ensure organizational position, interests and priorities are fully considered and integrated in the UNSDC process in development planning and agenda setting. Collaborate with inter-agency partners/colleagues on UNSDCF planning and preparation of nutrition programmes/projects. Innovation, knowledge management and capacity buildingPromote critical thinking, innovative approaches and good practices for sustainable nutrition programme/project initiatives through advocacy and technical advisory services.Keep abreast, research, benchmark, and implement best and cutting edge practices in health management and information systems. Institutionalize and share best practices and knowledge learned.Lead the development of policies and procedures and introduce innovation and best practices to ensure optimum efficiency and efficacy of sustainable programmes and projects.Lead, plan and/or implement capacity building initiatives to enhance the competencies of clients and stakeholders to promote sustainable results on health/nutrition related programmes/projectsTo qualify as an advocate for every child, you will have...Education: An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required:  nutrition, public health, nutritional epidemiology, global/international health and nutrition, health/nutrition research, policy and/or management, health sciences, nutritional epidemiology, or another health-related science field.Experience: A minimum of ten years of professional experience in a developing country in one or more of the following areas is required: nutrition, public health, nutrition planning and management, or maternal, infant and child health/nutrition care.Experience leading and managing medium teams of professionals is required.Experience is required in developing, and convening strategic partnerships with development partners, academia, private sectors and others and leveraging their capacities and resources for results on child and maternal nutrition.Experience in health/nutrition programme/project development and management in a UN system agency or organization is an asset.Language Requirements:Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are...Builds and maintains partnerships (II)Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (II)Drive to achieve results for impact (II)Innovates and embraces changes (II)Manages ambiguity and complexity (II)Thinks and acts strategically (II)Works collaboratively with others (II)Nurtures leads, and manages people (II)This position is based in New Delhi (India).The vacancy is open for Non-Indian Nationals only.This is re-advertisement. Candidates who have already applied are under consideration and may not re-apply.The selected applicants will have an initial two (2) year fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension subject to satisfactory performance.UNICEF's active commitment towards a more diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive work environment is critical to delivering the best results for children.All candidates meeting the essential requirements for this position, regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, caste, HIV status, race, national origin or disability status, are invited to apply.Women, trans*, gender non-conforming and intersex people are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. If you require any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please indicate this in your application.Flexible working arrangements, paid parental leave and other family-friendly policies support UNICEF staff to fulfill professional and personal commitments.To learn more, look at our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion website https://www.unicef.org/careers/equity-inclusion-and-diversity-unicefMobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.UNICEF only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited / recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/.UNICEF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process, including application, interview, meeting, traveling, processing, training, etc.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be notified and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. 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UNICEF

Security Manager - P4

Thailand, Bangkok , Bangkok

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, a futureUNICEF MyanmarThe fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does in programmes, 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 favoritism. 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 fulfill 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. How can you make a difference?The Security Manager reports to the Representative and maintains a direct matrix reporting line to the Regional Security Adviser (EAPRO).  Specifically, the Security Manager is responsible for advising Senior Management on their security and humanitarian access duties and responsibilities in accordance with the United Nations Security Management System (UNSMS) Security Policy Manual, the UNSMS Framework of Accountability for Security, and the UNICEF Security Framework of Accountability, The Security Manager contributes to the UNICEF mandate through strong security risk and conflict and access analysis, advice and implementation on security risk management processes and measures especially practical employment of UNICEF comparative advantages to gain access to beneficiaries and particularly children within acceptable levels of security risk.The Security Manager implements and manages security and at the duty station in close coordination with members of the UN Security Management System (UNSMS) (at the level of the Security Cell), and with NGO partners in line with the Saving Lives Together (SLT) policy.  As a member of the UNSMS Security Cell s/he contributes to the development of analysis, assessments, procedures and guidelines on security risk management, measures and relevant security plans and access (including the identification of access issues, and methodologies to mitigate both geographic and thematic access constraints).  The Security Manager works closely with Field Operations and Emergency to provide guidance and support on humanitarian access.  The Security Manager is expected to successfully engage with all key stakeholders to implement the above responsibilities. Key functions and accountabilities of the position (detailed job description attached):Programmatic Access and Security Information AnalysisSecurity Risk Management, Planning and Compliance MonitoringSecurity ServicesSecurity Networking and Partnership BuildingInnovation, knowledge management and capacity building Detail job description can be found here; JD_ Security Manager, P4, GJP.pdfTo qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...An Advanced University Degree is required.  A first university degree with substantial relevant qualifying experience and training may be considered instead of the advanced university degree.A minimum of eight years of experience in humanitarian and security risk management in an international context.Two additional years of relevant experience in lieu of an advanced university degree is required. Demonstrated knowledge of International Humanitarian Law, international security management experience, and understanding of the United Nations Security Management System is highly desirable.Experience in security analysis is an assetExperience in supporting access and engagement with relevant stakeholders is an assetFluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language or a local language of the duty station is an asset.For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values UNICEF competencies required for this post are...Core Competencies (For Staff with Supervisory Responsibilities) Nurtures, Leads and Manages People (1)Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (2)Works Collaboratively with others (2)Builds and Maintains Partnerships (2)Innovates and Embraces Change (2)Thinks and Acts Strategically (2)Drive to achieve impactful results (2)Manages ambiguity and complexity (2) Functional CompetenciesClient OrientationNetworkingProblem SolvingCritical ThinkingProactive/Innovation"Soft Skills" – Mediation, Building Trust, Influencing, Building RelationshipsLeadership – Managerial, MentoringCommunicationDuring the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, all eligible and suitable candidates under all diversity profiles are encouraged to apply.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service. UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.Please note the following conditions which are specific to this post. It is requested that only candidates who can comply with these conditions apply:This post will be temporarily outposted in Bangkok while the entry visa to Myanmar is being processed, and the successful candidate initially will be assigned in Bangkok. The visa application normally takes between 6 – 12 months, and is occasionally rejected.  Once the entry visa to Myanmar is approved, the incumbent will be expected to relocate to Yangon/Myanmar.  The timelines of the move will take into consideration both the programmatic needs and the staff member's personal needs. While Bangkok is a family duty station, Yangon is a non-family duty station. Once the incumbent moves to Yangon, the family members residing in Bangkok, if any, are unable to remain in Bangkok unless they have legal residency in Thailand independently of UNICEF.In the case of visa rejection, the incumbent will be strongly encouraged to apply to other posts outside Myanmar, with a TOD (tour of duty) waiver and organizational assistance, while they continue to work from Bangkok. The TOD for this post is aligned with Yangon (3 years), and if the incumbent is unable to find any post within 3 years, they will be placed in the next mobility exercise.In the event that the successful candidate happens to already be based in Myanmar with valid service visa, it is expected that the candidate be immediately assigned to Yangon/Myanmar. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support. Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility. Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.​ 

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UNICEF

Partnerships Specialist - P3

Bolivia, La Paz , La Paz

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, OPPORTUNITYThe UNICEF office in Bolivia has launched a new country programme for the period 2023-2027, focusing on five key programmatic intervention areas that require funding. These areas are: i. Health and Nutrition, ii. Education, iii. Protection Against Violence, iv. Water, Sanitation, Climate, and Environment, and v. Social Inclusion. Additionally, the program includes a dedicated section for emergency response, whose resource mobilization is equally crucial. The partnerships area is essential for the program's effectiveness and seeks to drive the growth of both public and private resource mobilization, aiming for sustainable improvements for children. How can you make a difference?The purpose of this position is to strengthen collaboration with key national and international stakeholders and to provide an interface for strategic resource mobilization, communications, and advocacy, as well as brand awareness and positioning, knowledge exchange, and innovative multi-stakeholder partnerships, to achieve strategic results for children in Bolivia.Under the leadership of the Representative, this position will be responsible for enhancing multi-stakeholder and innovative partnerships, and those with the private sector, public donors, financial institutions, UNICEF's national committees, and civil society to leverage resources for children.He/she will work in close coordination with Communications and with the Deputy Representative to enhance strategic programme results, advocacy, and social mobilization strategies, using a variety of partnership platforms. More specifically, key activities will include: Development and enhancement of multi-stakeholder partnerships and advocacyResource mobilizationIncreasing brand awareness and UNICEF's positioning locallyOversee the Partnerships Team and manage local administrative operations. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...Advanced university degree in international development, public affairs, international relations, political science or other relevant field.At least five years of progressively responsible professional experience in external relations, liaison and/or any resource-mobilization related activities, preferably with the private sector in an international organization is required. Experience with individual fundraising is an asset.Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.Fluency in English/Spanish is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian) or a local language is an asset.For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values UNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others and (8) Nurtures, Leads and Manages People.During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support. Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility. Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.​ 

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UNICEF

Social Policy Specialist - P3

Benin, Collines , Cotonou

Under the general guidance of the supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for providing technical support to the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of all stages of social policy programing and related advocacy from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of concrete and sustainable results.2024-03-08T14:30:00ZProgramme and Policy|Social Policy570267 UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up.For every child, a future of hope and prosperity.How can you make a difference?Under the general supervision and guidance of the Chief Social Policy, the Cash Transfers Specialist oversees the implementation, monitors, evaluates, and improves the delivery of UNICEF, MSAM, and Dutch Embassy cash transfers (HCTs) program Cash Plus Care in Benin.The Cash Transfers Specialist is responsible for the following functions: Oversight of Cash Plus Care ImplementationCash Plus Care monitoring and evaluation.Cash Plus Care reporting, knowledge management, and capacity building.Cross-cutting social policy areasSpecifically, the Cash Transfers Specialist performs:Oversight of Cash Plus Care Program implementationConducts operational analysis of cash transfer programs, including registration, payment, verification exercises, etc., to identify areas of poor performance, and bottlenecks, and identify solutions.Liaises regularly with all key organizational stakeholders ? internal and external ? through the established coordination mechanisms to ensure follow-up actions at the respective levels are taken.Disseminates UNICEF's Cash plus Care-related guidance, SOPs, and tools as well as, where appropriate, inter-agency strategies and operational guidelines.Cash Plus Care monitoring and evaluation. Coordinates and supports payment verification and other elements of the Cash Plus Care program's monitoring according to the established monitoring frameworks and schedules.Documents field experience including new models of implementation and programmatic approaches, joint programs delivery and coordination, and others for subsequent dissemination.Ensures that all risk-related systems are maintained, and risk mitigation measures are in place per corporate Cash Plus Care risk management processes.Cash Plus Care reporting, knowledge management, and capacity building.Ensures that all program documentation is in place and that all required reports are prepared and submitted according to the schedule or on demand.Produces knowledge management products for cash transfer programs documenting good practices and lessons learned.Delivers bespoke or larger group capacity building on cash transfers both internally, within the country office, and externally. This may include running workshops, often in a multistakeholder environment, that lead to stakeholders' feeling of ownership of Cash Plus Care interventions.Cross-cutting social policy areas Supports the correct and compelling use of data and evidence in support of the humanitarian cash transfer program, the social policy program, and the country program overall.Assesses how specific vulnerabilities are tied to multifaceted aspects of poverty and the contribution social protection has on reducing exclusion, to mainstream inclusion, particularly as it relates to gender, disability, and migration. Works towards gender- gender-responsive-transformative, disability-inclusive, and migrant-inclusive systems by integrating the inclusion lens into humanitarian cash transfer programs.Develop approaches to identify social and behavioral change needs and undertake interventions for meaningful accountability to affected populations and community engagement.Monitors current technological trends and new modalities of working applicable to Cash Plus Care versus current and emerging needs to assess their role and match their potential applicability for enhanced outcomes for children. Impact of ResultsThe effective delivery of social cash transfers is a key output of the country office's program and contribution towards the results under Goal Area 5 of UNICEF's strategic plan. It also contributes to results in other areas (health, education, water and sanitation, nutrition).Effective humanitarian program delivery will increase the credibility of the UNICEF country office's programming and partnerships for children's rights at all levels, including subnational.To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?EducationAn advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: Public Policy, Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science, Economics, Public Health, or another relevant field.ExperiencesA minimum of four years of professional work experience in the design, implementation, and management of humanitarian assistance programs, including cash transfer experience, is required.Experience in cash transfer program design and management and policy advocacy is required.Experience working in emergency contexts is required.Background, familiarity, and/or knowledge of mainstreaming specific programs of delivering cash in emergencies into the larger social protection system is a strong asset.Language RequirementsFluency in French is required. Knowledge of another official UN language, particularly English, is considered an asset.For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are?(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others.During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female are encouraged to apply.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.  This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support. Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility. Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.​  

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UNICEF

HIV/AIDS Specialist (Adolescence and SRHR) - P3

Kenya, Nairobi Area , Nairobi

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, a fair chance...UNICEF's mandates to promote/improve adolescents' health, well-being, development, and participation ensure that neither age, poverty, gender inequality, nor social exclusion determine access to adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health rights (SRHR) and services, including life-saving HIV prevention, treatment, and care. UNICEF's HIV response ensures all adolescents have access to information and adolescent-friendly health services to protect them from the adolescent pregnancies, mental health disorder, and exposure to substance abuse, and sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV through a multi-sectoral approach; and the adolescents living with STIs/HIV have access to treatment, care and support they need to remain alive and healthy.. UNICEF and its partners' responses ensure all adolescents have access to. Ending AIDS among children is vital to ending the AIDS epidemic as a public health threat by 2030 – the overarching goal of the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) of which UNICEF is a cofounding partner. Within ESARO, the Adolescent HIV and SRHR portfolio support adolescents and young people in all their diversity with particular emphasis on girls and young women (AGYW) adolescents living with HIV (ALHIV), and adolescents and young mothers (AYM). Through strategic partnerships such as the Joint UN 2gether 4 SRHR Programme which aims to advance progress in the region towards achieving the Goals and targets of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 3 and 5, that relate to sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR).How can you make a difference?The HIV/AIDS Specialist (Adolescence and SRHR) also provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes to facilitate the administration and achievement of concrete and sustainable results according to plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM) and UNICEF's Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework. Summary of key functions/accountabilities:Support to programmes/projects development and planningProgramme management, monitoring and delivery of results.Technical and operational support to programme implementationNetworking and partnership buildingInnovation, knowledge management and capacity building To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...An Advanced University Degree in public health, pediatric health, family health, health research, global/international health, health policy and/or management, environmental health sciences, biostatistics, socio-medical, health education, epidemiology or other health related sciences is required.  *A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree.A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in public HIV/AIDS and SRHR planning and management and/or in relevant areas of health care, including adolescent health at the regional level some of which preferably in a developing country is required.Relevant experience in SRHR and HIV/AIDS programme development and management in any UN system agency or organization as well as experience in the humanitarian setting is an asset.Experience working with youth-led organizations and in social and behaviour change will be an added advantage.Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values UNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others.During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.  Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support. Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility. Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.​ 

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11/03/2024
UNICEF

Regional Adviser Sustainability & Climate - sneP5

Senegal, Dakar , Dakar

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up.For every child, hope How can you make a difference?This role will lead guidance for policies, programmes, and activities, and general support for the integration and mainstreaming of climate action and sustainability in UNICEF's West and Central Africa (WCAR) region, as well as serve as a leading global expert on key CEED (Climate, environment, energy and Disaster Risk Reduction/DRR), and ESS (Environmental and Social Safeguards) areas. The position will report to the Deputy Regional Director for the WCAR region with a 'dotted-line' to the Associate Director for Sustainability and Climate Action in New York HQ. This position's responsibilities are twofold and include Regional leadership of the Sustainability and Climate Action Plan (SCAP) for all countries in the West and Central African region, including:Implementation of the SCAP at regional level, and support to its implementation at country level, specifically by:Coordinating the SCAP's multi- and cross-sectoral implementation at regional level, both internally and with external partners. This will entail close coordination with all sectoral Regional Advisors to ensure the inclusion of climate related accountabilities in their workplans.Accompanying the implementation of all applicable SCAP Foundational and Mainstreaming Elements, and focused Areas of Acceleration in each country in the region, in the form of multi-country programming and advocacy, capacity-building, knowledge sharing, networking, partnerships and financing opportunities, as well as scaling up of regional flagship and other programmes and engaging in global technical discussionsLeading on the roll-out and implementation of ESS Global technical specialist in two or more of the following key sectors:Environmental and Social SafeguardsClimate FinanceEnvironmental and biodiversity protectionMonitoring and EvaluationRenewable EnergyData and Evidence generation Regional leadership of the SCAP for all 24 countries in WCAR, including:Regional Sustainability and Climate Leadership:Support country offices as they implement foundational elements, including data analysis, strategy development, and Environmental and Social Standards (ESS).Develop and monitor the implementation of a strategic vision aiming at addressing existing data and research gaps in the areas of climate adaptation, disaster reduction, and resilience, and other related areas.Promote UNICEF's ESS and build organizational capacities in this area across the region.Align policies and programs regionally and with broader UNICEF cross-regional and global initiatives. Integration in Country Programs:Ensure sustainability and climate integration in country programs.Provide guidance to country offices for multi-sectoral sustainability.Lead regional sustainability and climate initiatives in line with UNICEF's Strategic Plan 2022-2025. Technical Support:Offer technical and operational support to staff in climate, energy, environment, and DRR (CEED).Assist in implementing other climate-related initiatives that are complementary to the Sustainability and Climate Action Plan strategies.Coordinate narratives and milestones across the region.Track and influence regional sustainability and climate initiatives. Multi-Country Projects:Coordinate the design of multi-country sustainability and climate projects and initiatives.Provide strategic advice and knowledge exchange among countries.Champion all SCAP-related areas of work, such as climate-informed risk reduction, sustainable energy, WASH services, youth engagement, and internal sustainability, amongst others. Partnership Development and Innovation:Establish strategic partnerships with financial institutions and the private sector.Promote cross-sectoral and innovative programming for maximum impact.Ensure coordinated engagement within and outside UNICEF.Support fundraising efforts aligned with thematic areas.Pursue climate finance opportunities. Global technical specialist on one (or more) of the following key sectors:Environmental and Social Safeguards: Lead on ensuring that all UNICEF interventions have been screened for environmental and social impacts and that ESS systems are implemented and mitigating actions identified, implemented and monitored.Climate Finance: Lead the development of a 'catalytic' package designed to unlock climate finance opportunities for UNICEF and governments with whom UNICEF works. This will include feasibility studies and assessments to develop proposals for climate finance; identifying most promising opportunities for financing climate-resilient and accessible Health, Education and WASH services; capacity building for country offices to develop proposals and secure the large-scale funding needed to provide climate-resilient social services for children and young people. Environmental and Biodiversity: Lead the establishment of partnerships with organizations focused upon environmental and biodiversity conservation and sustainability initiatives; oversee the execution of funded projects, ensuring alignment with UNICEF's sustainability and climate action plan; lead the measurement of the environmental and social impact of projects, focusing on child well-being and sustainable development.Monitoring and Evaluation: Create robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks for climate, energy, environment, and disaster risk reduction initiatives; Collect data on project outcomes, child-focused indicators, and climate resilience to assess program effectiveness; Generate reports to demonstrate the impact of interventions and inform evidence-based decision-making.Renewable Energy: Provide technical expertise in renewable energy solutions to UNICEF RO's and CO's and partners, with a focus on child-centric approaches; Develop renewable energy projects that ensure the critical social service sectors and humanitarian aid that children need to survive and thrive are transformed towards sustainable energy; Support renewable energy capacity building and awareness among UNICEF staff.Data and Evidence Generation: Conduct key studies on climate change impacts on children, environmental hazards, and disaster risk reduction strategies; Gather and analyze global and region-specific data to inform evidence-based policy recommendations; Use data-driven insights to advocate for policies and interventions that prioritize child well-being in climate, energy, and environmental initiatives. All data and evidence generation need to be based on gender-sensitivity and gender-disaggregation. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...An advanced university degree in climate change, environmental science, engineering, disaster management, International Development, International Relations, Government, Public Administration, Public Policy, Social Policy or other relevant disciplines is required.A minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience in areas related to sustainability, international development, disaster management, environmental issues, public policy, social policy, and children's health and wellbeing is required.Specific experience in policy/advocacy/programming, implementation, monitoring, review and evaluation related to climate change, environment or disaster risk reduction is required preferably in a developing country context.In-depth knowledge on climate, environment, and DRR (CEED) impacts, assessments, and adaptation solutions required as well as at least one of the Global technical specialist sectors listed above (Climate Finance; Environmental Finance; Monitoring and Evaluation; Renewable Energy; Data and Evidence generation).Familiarity with children's rights in the context of climate change, environmental degradation and disaster risk reduction required.Expertise in staff capacity building, developing tools, and providing training, particularly as part of a global/regional role in support of other country offices will be considered an asset.Experience working on CEED issues within UNICEF or other international development agencies is considered an asset.Fluency in English and French is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values UNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others (8) Nurtures, leads and manages peopleDuring the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.  Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female are encouraged to apply.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. Special Notice on UNICEF office relocation:UNICEF and other UN Agencies will be moving soon to the new United Nations House in Diamniadio, 30 kilometers from downtown Dakar. The name of the duty station for this position will remain Dakar, Senegal.  This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support. Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility. Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.​ 

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08/03/2024
UNICEF

Chief Emergency - P5

Democratic Republic of Congo, Kinshasa , Kinshasa

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, a future of hope and prosperityDRC is a complex, high threat environment, the Chief Emergency reports to the Representative and represents UNICEF at senior strategic humanitarian coordination forums for DRC such as UNHCT, Humanitarian Coordination Forum. How can you make a difference?Under the guidance of the Representative, and in consultation with the Deputy Representative and Programme Section Chiefs, the position is accountable for supporting and coordinating all aspects of UNICEF DRC's emergency preparedness and response activities.As delegated by the Representatives, this post will represent UNICEF at senior strategic humanitarian coordination forums for DRC such as UNHCT, Humanitarian Coordination Forum.Additionally, it will ensure quality humanitarian performance management of and reporting on the response for children; ensure consolidated, timely and quality contributions to emergency preparedness through platforms such as the EWEA; Humanitarian Response Plan/HAC preparations and support to cluster coordination. Summary of key functions/accountabilities:1) Ensure continuous flow of strategic information on the risks and vulnerabilities facing children and women in DRC to the Representative, Deputy Representative, Chief of Field Operations, Chiefs of Field Offices and Chiefs of Sections.2) Oversee the analysis of information and identification of trigger mechanism, for the purpose of early warning.3) Provide leadership and expertise on overall UNICEF emergency strategy to maximize holistic results for children in humanitarian situation.(i) Lead the development, implementation and monitoring of the HAC and report accordingly.(ii) Lead and provide technical expertise for the development of convergent and integrated emergency programme, strategies, and approaches in close collaboration with the Deputy Representative.4) In coordination with Chief of Field operation, provide oversight and guidance on early-warning and multi-hazard preparedness planning as well as specific contingency planning for Field Offices t based on UNICEF guidance and tools and ensure appropriate monitoring of actions to enhance the readiness of UNICEF DRC Country Office.5) Lead and ensure a coordinated, timely and efficient response to sudden emergency.(i) Coordinate and provide technical support to an efficient, timely and effective implementation of sudden emergency responses.(ii) Ensure the engagement and coordination of all sections in UNICEF's emergency response as well as circulation of information, analysis and updates between the field offices and the sections in Kinshasa.6) Provide oversight for efficient rapid responses and Humanitarian Cash programmes and funds allocated to emergency section. Lead and provide technical expertise to the development and implementation of effective and efficient rapid response programs (UniRR and Cholera Rapid Response) as well as Cash programmes. Monitor timely and appropriate utilization of emergency funds according to donor conditions.7) Supervise and provide oversight and technical guidance to the UNICEF led clusters coordinators (WASH, Nutrition, Education, Child Protection, NFI). (i) Oversee the effective coordination of the clusters led by UNICEF.(ii) Ensure harmonized inputs from UNICEF-led cluster coordinators are provided to strategic plans such as HNO, HRP, Humanitarian Funds strategy.(iii) In collaboration with the respective section chiefs, ensure quality inputs are provided to the inter-agency strategic plans.8) Support UNICEF's effective external representation and coordination in influencing and leveraging for child rights in DRC.(i) Engage and support engagement with the inter-agency coordination fora to influence the overall humanitarian strategy, advance UNICEF's priorities and highlight humanitarian gaps.(ii) In coordination with Deputy Representative and Partnership Manager, engage with donors to position UNICEF emergency programmes and to ensure a better understanding of UNICEF's emergency strategy in DRC and increase emergency resources. Ensure timely and quality contributions of UNICEF-led clusters to funding opportunities (including CERF, CHF, etc.), as well as to donor reporting.9) Ensure in close collaboration with the UNICEF Deputy Representative and the Chief of field operations the building of timely and quality capacity of UNICEF staff and counterparts on key humanitarian related issues and ensure that the CO is fully abreast with UNICEF's internal developments and reforms to improve UNICEF's ability to service children; ensure timely surge for humanitarian response capacity.10) Other assigned duties and responsibilities are effectively performed and fulfilled. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?An Advanced University degree in one of the following fields is required: social sciences, public administration, international law, public health, nutrition, international relations, business administration or other related disciplines. Preferably a combination of management, administration, and relevant technical fields.A minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible professional work experience at the national and international levels in all aspects of programme/project management and administration is required. Developing country work experience (for IP) is required.Specialized training/experience in emergency response management highly desirable.Fluency in French and English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate?UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others. (8) Nurtures, leads and manages people During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female are encouraged to apply.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.  This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here : Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre. 

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07/03/2024
UNICEF

Security Adviser - P5

Democratic Republic of Congo, Kinshasa , Kinshasa
Nonprofit/Community/Social Services/International Cooperation
Other

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, a future of hope and prosperityDRC is a complex, high threat environment and addresses high level security issues across the country. Security Adviser will help to address the complexity of cases faced. How can you make a difference?The Security Adviser reports to the Representative and maintains a direct technical reporting line with the Regional Security Adviser (RSA) (Matrix Management). The Security Adviser is responsible for advising the Representative and Country Office management on their security duties and responsibilities in accordance with the UN and the UNICEF Security Framework of Accountability. The Security Adviser contributes to the UNICEF mandate and security strategy through the effective implementation of a strong security risk management process. The Security Adviser manages, on behalf of the Representative, all security activities in support of the country programmes, staff and facilities.The Security Adviser provides strategic management and oversight of all security activities at the duty station in close coordination with all members of the UN Security Management System (UNSMS) including the UN Department of Safety and Security and UN Agencies, Funds, Programmes and Organizations (AFPO) as well as INGO partners in line with the Saving Lives Together policy. As a member of the UN Security Cell, the incumbent contributes to the development of assessments, procedures and guidelines including Security Risk Management (SRMs), Country Security Risk Management Measures (SRM-M) and the relevant Security Plan(s). Summary of key functions/accountabilities:1. Managerial and technical leadershipEstablish the annual work plan, determining priorities and performance measurements.Monitor workplan implementation, to ensure that Security output results are achieved to schedule and performance standards.Report critical issues to the Representative, Deputy Representatives and Chief Field Operations for timely action.Establish the annual workplan outputs, activities and developmental priorities of the Security section staff. Provide timely guidance to enable the Security section staff to perform their duties responsibly and efficiently.Manage Security team building and motivation. Signal potential conflicts and take preventive action, in coordination with Human Resources staff.2. Security Risk Management and PlanningAdvises the Representative in the execution of her/his duties with regards to the security of UNICEF personnel and eligible family members, premises, and in accordance with UN and UNICEF Security Management Systems.Advises the Representative on whether UNDSS advice is in accordance with the latest UN Security Management System.Assist CO Representative and Heads of Offices, as appropriate, to review Security Risk Management processes (SRMs) and undertake specific or ad-hoc Security Risk Management processes as required (providing support to Field Security Officers in the formulation and negotiation with UNDSS of Ad Hoc SRMs when required); work closely with UNDSS P/CSAs and other agency security professionals to ensure security documents are gender and disability inclusive.Assists the UN Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) as appropriate and participates as a member of the Security Cell established by UNDSS. Attends as an observer, all SMT/ASMT meetings.Through the Security Cell, provides advice and recommendations on all Security Documentation, including SRMs and Security Plans, and manages the implementation of SRM-Measures, Residential Security Measures (RSM), provisions of the relevant Security Plans and other relevant policies, guidelines, and assessments within UNICEF.Conducts field security assessments when UNDSS does not have the capacity to do so in a timely fashion.Prepares, maintains, and updates UNICEF security documentation including security contingency plans and provides the Representative, the RSA and the Office of the Security Coordination (OSC) with mandatory reports in accordance with UNICEF security reporting guidelines. This includes the monitoring/reporting on security compliance and the submission of all Security Incident Reports (SIRs).Assists the Representative and Chief of Operations on determining the financial and human resources required for ensuring the security of personnel, premises, and programme activities.3. Security ServicesMonitors the security situation and provides independent and comprehensive analysis with the goal of identifying trends and predicting the specific conditions that would impact on the security of UNICEF personnel and eligible family members, premises, assets and programmes to inform decision making.Supervises, evaluates, and reviews security activities in support of UNICEF operations and participates, coordinates and/or undertakes security risk management processes for all locations where UNICEF personnel and eligible family members are present.Ensures that UNICEF personnel are kept informed of matters affecting their security and the actions to take in the event of an emergency including those identified in the area Security Plans as it relates to UNICEF.Oversees the establishment of an effective and functioning communications system for security management within UNICEF that is fully integrated into the UN Emergency Communications System.Coordinates with UNDSS to ensure all UNICEF personnel undertake all mandatory security training/briefings and participate in all security related contingency exercises.Develop and conduct security training for UNICEF personnel as required.Ensures security surveys of international personnel residences are completed in accordance with the Residential Security Measures (RSM).Provide technical oversight for UNICEF contracted security providers such as guards service.Supervise and mentor UNICEF Security professionals in the country.Oversee the recruitment of additional UNICEF Security personnel, as required.4. Programmatic Security Information and AnalysisProvides analysis to understand security dynamics. Ensure the analysis addresses environmental, socio-economic and political factors that make geographical areas difficult to access and have an impact on the delivery of UNICEF programmes.Works closely with the UNICEF personnel in country to ensure security considerations are mainstreamed into programmes, and integrate all relevant analysis and security measures into the planning and implementation of UNICEF activities.Support UNICEF management in the development and implementation of access strategies, preparedness plans, and programme contingency plans as required.Consult with Emergency and Programme colleagues to be conversant with how all UNICEF programmatic activities are classified according to UN Programme Criticality.5. Security Networking and Partnership BuildingEstablishes contact and maintains networks with UNSMS, I/NGO, diplomatic, and international community security advisors and relevant local authorities as appropriate.Collaborate and coordinate with UNDSS and the Security Cell to enable UNICEF to stay and deliver its programme activities.Ensures that security collaboration with NGOs working as UNICEF implementing partners is undertaken, in coordination with UNDSS, and consistent with the SLT framework.6. Security Compliance MonitoringMonitor that the Country Offices complies with and periodically exercise security procedures/protocols and guidelines including: Security Risk Management Measures (SRM-M) and UNICEF's Global Security Compliance platform.Review proposals for country and area Security Risk Management measures (SRM-M), Residential Security Measures (RSMs), Local cost shared security budget (LCCSB), and other relevant security documents and provide advice when warranted.7. Innovation, Knowledge Management and Capacity BuildingIntroduces technological innovations and approaches to security procedures and systems.Institutionalizes and shares best practices and knowledge learned.Organizes, plans and/or implements capacity building initiatives to enhance the competencies of clients/stakeholders on security related preparedness and operations.Provide briefings and presentations to UNICEF senior managers with security responsibilities on current and new UN security policies, guidelines and tools.Ensure training provided is gender and disability inclusive. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?An Advanced University Degree (Master's and above) is required.A minimum of ten (10) years of professional experience in security risk management and/or security analysis is required. Demonstrated international security management experience and understanding of the United Nations Security Management System is required.Experience operating in a humanitarian setting is required. Experience operating in a conflict/post conflict context would be considered an asset. Fluency in French and English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate?UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others. (8) Nurtures, leads and manages people During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female are encouraged to apply.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here : Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.

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07/03/2024
UNICEF

HR Officer (Data Preparation & Dashboard Creation) - P2

Turkey, Istanbul , Istanbul

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up.For every child, Vision!  How can you make a difference?BackgroundWithin the Human Capital Intelligence & Technology team at UNICEF HQ, the People Analytics team supports the Division of Human Resource (DHR) in unpacking people data and providing insights. It also provides leadership in the analysis and interpretation of people data to drive business impact and data-driven decision-making processes, to enhance UNICEF people experience. The People Analytics team performs quality assurance activities to ensure accurate, timely, and consistent information across systems. As the focal point, the team supports requests for people data across the organization, UN agencies, and other entities.The team produces a series of people analytics reports for targeted audience at the global level, such as targeted descriptive and predictive studies, quarterly workforce and recruitment reports, HR Dashboards with data updated monthly, video tutorials to navigate the dashboards, guides, and tools to support HR practitioners in reporting on people data, and more. The audience of these reports is multiple: all UNICEF personnel globally, the OneHR Community, HR data focal points at regional office level, senior management, etc. It is important to understand to which extent these products respond to the needs of the audience within the organization. Accordingly, the team will map all UNICEF's people analytics products and launch early 2024 a quantitative and qualitative study on the audience's perception, usage, and needs of revised and/or new UNICEF's people analytics products. It will, in particular:Map all the UNICEF People analytics products that are produced and published (e.g. HR inSight Dashboards, People analytics Microsoft PowerBI Dashboards, Quarterly reports on HR Workforce, Recruitment, and Staff Movements, Deep-dives and ad-hoc analytics reports, updated workforce and recruitment datasets, capacity building tools and tutorials for UNICEF personnel and HR community, etc.)Design and conduct a quantitative and qualitative study on the audience's perception, usage, and needs of UNICEF's people analytics products.Engage and collect feedback from UNICEF personnel about analytics products that are currently used, developed/customized, and/or needed by all personnel, OneHR Community, HR data focal points, and the Senior Management within the OneHR leadership.Based on the results of the study, produce actionable recommendations to optimize existing products and exploring the possibility of creating new ones (e.g. a new UNICEF Managers Dashboard based on Supply Division product). Purpose for the JobUnder the general guidance of the HR Planning Specialist (People analytics & Strategic Planning, Monitoring, and Reporting), and in close day-to-day collaboration with the HR Officer (People analytics & Data science), the HR Officer (Data preparation & Dashboard creation) will have three main tasks: 1) design and develop two new Dashboards (Managers and Talent Development dashboards) after collecting business requirements from all stakeholders; 2) implement the recommendations on all People analytics products that will be generated from the above mentioned quantitative and qualitative study; and 3) create a one-stop-shop for a single source of reporting inspired by OneHR dashboards and insight reports. Key Functions and Accountabilities Business AnalysisMeet with different stakeholders to understand the status-quo of the existing Managers' dashboard created and maintained by the Supply Division. Collect business requirements to scale up the dashboards in a dynamic and sustainable manner to be used by interested Regions and HQ Division/Office throughout UNICEF with a possibility for custom needs per region/office;Similarly, collect the business requirement in order to develop a Talent Development dashboard;Document business requirements and generate technical documentation, including custom needs by user/business owner before starting the development phase of the dashboards;Ensure continuous communication with all stakeholders, and internally within the People analytics team on every milestone of the development phase of both dashboards.Data preparation & Dashboards creationDevelop the Managers' dashboard and the Talent Development dashboard with a sustainable mind-set using latest techniques for data automation, real-time reporting, easy front-end customization possibilities, appealing visuals and navigation, etc.Coordinate with ICTD to design a sustainable ETL solution to be used as a data source for the newly created dashboards after understanding UNICEF data warehouse and different data sources needed for the dashboard; Work with business intelligence tools (preferably Power BI), in addition to code and develop parts of a tool, feature or software product when necessary;Implement the recommendations from the quantitive and qualitative study, including the creation of a ?one-stop-shop? for all the UNICEF People analytics products that are currently produced and published in two platforms (HR inSight Dashboards and People analytics Microsoft PowerBI Dashboards).Use design skills to generate appealing dashboards using smooth and user-friendly navigation, in line with UNICEF branding. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?A university degree (bachelor's) in computer science, MIS, computer engineering, data science, data analytics, or related field is required.A minimum of two years of relevant professional experience in business intelligence (BI) analysis, software development and/or data analytics.Demonstrated experience in developing dashboards is required.Experience in BI tools like Microsoft PowerBI or similar is required.Coding skills are required.Experience working on HR/People analytics is an asset.Design and data visualization skills are an asset.Experience working with UN agencies, including UNICEF is an asset.Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are?Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (1)Works Collaboratively with others (1)Builds and Maintains Partnerships (1)Innovates and Embraces Change (1)Thinks and Acts Strategically (1)Drives to achieve impactful results (1)Manages ambiguity and complexity (1)During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.  Remarks:UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. 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07/03/2024
UNICEF

Health Specialist - P3

Venezuela, Distrito Capital , Caracas

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, Health The Health Specialist reports to the Chief of Health and Nutrition level 4.In order to ensure an adequate technical focus on implementation, the P3 Health Specialist is paramount to bring the global knowledge and establish the networks to advance the health agenda, as well as to position UNICEF as a key partner in a volatile context, to ensure continuity of the health interventions at the community and institutional levels, and the systems strengthening.The Health Specialist reports to the Chief of Health and Nutrition for guidance and general supervision. The Health Specialist supports the development and preparation of the health programme and is responsible for managing, implementing, monitoring, evaluating, and reporting the programme progress of a sector of the health programme (e.g. gender, maternal, neonatal, child survival/development) within the country programme. The Health Specialist provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes to facilitate the administration and achievement of concrete and sustainable results according to plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM), organizational Strategic Plans and goals, standards of performance, and accountability framework How can you make a difference?The Health Specialist is in charge of the following key functions and accountabilities:Support to programme development and planningProgramme management, monitoring and delivery of resultsTechnical and operational support to programme implementationNetworking and partnership buildingInnovation, knowledge management and capacity buildingFor more details on the related duties and tasks, please refer to the job profile: Health Specialist P3.pdf To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: public health/nutrition, pediatric health, family health, health research, global/international health, health policy and/or management, environmental health sciences, biostatistics, socio-medical, health education, epidemiology, or another relevant technical field.A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience in one or more of the following areas is required: public health/nutrition planning and management, maternal and neonatal health care, or health emergency/humanitarian preparedness.Experience working in a developing country is considered as an asset.Working experience in a context of volatility, uncertainty, ambiguity, complexity and institutional fragility is an asset.Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset.Fluency in English and Spanish is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian) or a local language is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values UNICEF competencies required for this post are?(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others. (8) Nurtures, leads and manages peopleDuring the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.  Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates are encouraged to apply.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.UNICEF only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed atOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.The following positions is only applicable for internationally recruited personnel.Kindly note that if you have already submitted an application for the vacancy, there is no need to reapply.This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. 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07/03/2024
UNICEF

Education Specialist - P3

Vanuatu, Shefa , Port Vila

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, educationIn the Pacific we work in Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Nauru, Niue, Palau, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu: These 14 Pacific island countries are home to 2.3 million people, including 1.2 million children and youth, living on more than 660 islands and atolls stretching across 17.2 million square kilometers of the Pacific Ocean, an area comparable to the combined size of the United States of America and Canada. Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Solomon Islands, and Tuvalu are classified as Fragile States according to World Bank/OECD criteria.All 14 Pacific Island countries and territories have ratified the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, but only a third are on track with reporting obligations. Explore the different areas of our work here: UNICEF Pacific Islands. How can you make a difference?UNICEF Pacific is hiring an Education Specialist on a temporary appointment (364 days) to be based in the Vanuatu Office in Port Vila, Vanuatu. Under the guidance and general supervision of the Vanuatu Field Office Chief and technical supervision of the Chief of Education in Fiji, the Education Specialist plays a lead role in the development and preparation of the Education and ECD programmes in Vanuatu and is responsible for managing, implementing, monitoring, evaluating and reporting the progress of education programmes/projects within the country programme.The Specialist provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes to facilitate the administration and achievement of results on education and ECD programmes/projects to improve learning outcomes and equitable and inclusive education, especially for children who are marginalized, disadvantaged and excluded in society.The Specialist contributes to the achievement of results according to plans, allocation, results-based management approaches and methodology (RBM), as well as UNICEF's Strategic Plans, standards of performance, and accountability framework.Summary of key functions/accountabilities: Support to programme development and planning.Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results.Technical and operational support to programme implementation.Networking and partnership building.Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?EducationAn advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: education, economics, psychology, sociology, or another relevant technical field.Work experienceA minimum of five years of relevant professional work experience in programme planning, management, and/or research in education is required.Experience working in a developing country is required. Experience in a Pacific or SIDS context is considered an asset.Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered an asset.LanguagesFluency in English is required while knowledge of the local language of the duty station is considered as an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS).The functional competencies required for this post are...Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical AwarenessWorks Collaboratively with othersBuilds and Maintains PartnershipsInnovates and Embraces ChangeThinks and Acts StrategicallyDrive to achieve impactful resultsManages ambiguity and complexityDuring the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels. RemarksUNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.With regard to higher educational qualifications, UNICEF only considers degrees obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Internal and external candidates are welcome to apply. Only shortlisted candidates meeting the specific criteria will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here : Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre. 

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06/03/2024
UNICEF

Procurement Services Specialist - P3

Madagascar, Antananarivo , Antananarivo

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, SafetyThe overall goal of the UNICEF Madagascar next Country Programme of Cooperation, 2024-2028, is to contribute to the Government of Madagascar's efforts to implement and decentralize policies related to children, focusing on the most disadvantaged and deprived, to have their rights progressively respected and fulfilled so they can survive, grow and develop to their full potential in an inclusive and protective society. The country programme is aligned with country and UNICEF regional and global priorities (plan 2024-2028), while concurrently working toward the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).In Madagascar, 80% of people live with less than USD $2.15 per day and the country ranks 173rd in the latest UNDP Human Development Index (out of 193). 80% of the population lives rurally. Nearly half of the population is under the age of 18 and by 2030, there will be 17 million Malagasy children. Current trajectories suggest that Madagascar is unlikely to achieve any of the SDGs by 2030 although some key indicators for mothers and children have improved slightly over the past decade.   How can you make a difference?Procurement services is integrated into the Supply and Logistics section to promote coherence between the different components of the supply operations in the office including Supply chain Strengthening, and to expand the scope of procurement services offered by the Country Office.Given the budget pressure affecting many countries PS provides an opportunity to facilitate a more optimal use of national budgets (or donor resources) for children, as well as an entry point to provide targeted technical support to national supply chains and systems.The Procurement Services Specialist reports to the Supply Manager as per the Country Office (CO) set-up. The incumbent will provide guidance, oversight, and direction on Procurement Services, national budgeting for essential supplies for children and supply financing solutions. Directly related to this support, the position will serve as focal point to identify opportunities on adjacent areas such as market access, market intelligence, market development and national supply chain strengthening. Summary of key functions/accountabilities:1. Ensures that UNICEF contributes to capacity building of the relevant government departments including state level in procurement and supply accountabilities and chain management of essential commodities.2. Responsible for logistics/supply planning with focus on forecasting support for procurement services commodities through coordination with Government and other partners. Provides technical advice on commodities specifications and logistics arrangements facilitating efficient procurement, customs clearance, storage, and distribution in support of the country programme procurement services transactions.3. Manage the Procurement Services (PS) portfolio.- Ensures that key elements of Procurement Services transactions are incorporated into national, donor and UNICEF strategies and vice versa. - Ensures that procurement services activities/transactions are a drawdown from strategies that have been jointly established between Government and UNICEF. - Works closely with the relevant government department to strengthen pre-ordering and post-delivery activities for existing PS supplies and support them in establishing strategies that will maximize the decisions/impact resulting from the PS partnership. - Ensures coordination and monitoring of PS transactions, including beyond the point of entry; facilitate an effective PS workflow; and facilitate resolution of any bottlenecks, gaps, or other in-country issues associated with any PS transactions in close collaboration with SD and national counterparts. 4. Facilitates the establishment and maintenance of contacts with the Supply Division, Copenhagen capacity building initiatives and other supply strategies targeting the government counterparts. Interprets and advises the country office on policies and procedures impacting on offshore and local procurement and delivery of supplies. Maintains links with Copenhagen on PS related cost estimates, transnational shipments, deliveries, claims and appropriateness of supplies.5. Conducts research on supply chain initiatives with donors, identifies and recommends innovative approaches jointly with donors/partners. Maintains accurate/updated data on and evaluates local initiatives and overall performance, (competitive pricing, product quality and timely delivery). Assesses supply operations and control mechanisms and advises on appropriate actions.6. Manages policy engagements, capacity building and knowledge transfer internally and externally to optimize national supply chain activities related to vaccines, health and nutrition products. Effective collaboration and partnerships with other donors and implementing partners to improve supply chain efficiency in the country. Supports the Ministry of Health counterparts and other government ministries in the mobilization of domestic resources for supplies.7. Designs and conducts training for government and other partners in supply chain management to improve procurement services supply delivery and national systems.8. Provides support to the sections especially Health and Nutrition on the implementation of supply chain systems strengthening activities in collaboration with HQ and support the Supply chain strengthening activities in the country. Contribute to Mainstreams PS and supply chain related activities within national strategies and relevant plans, project, and program design from the planning stage in close collaboration with program colleagues and government to ensure a cohesive and integrated approach to program delivery.9. Contributes to effectively document interventions and lessons learned, define KPI, contribute to the reporting of supply chain activities, measure progress and formulate evidence-informed recommendations that align with national strategies and UNICEF's capabilities.10. In collaboration with Programmes and other UN agencies, contribute identifying risks and gaps, challenges that may affect the successful implementation of activities, identity mitigations strategies and support the implementation of sustainable supply chain solutions and innovations tailored to the context of Madagascar.11. Build the capacity of the locally recruited supply staff about PS and supply chain strengthening-related components. Procurement Services Specialist ToR.pdf To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?An advanced university degree is required in either Business Administration, Management, Economics, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, Contract/Commercial Law, International Development, or other related social science, administrative or finance field.A first level university degree (Bachelor's) in a relevant technical field (as identified above), in conjunction with seven (7) years of relevant work experience in procurement, contracting, administration, finance and/or other directly related technical field, may be taken in lieu of an advanced university degree.A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience, at the national and international levels, in supply, procurement, contracting, administration, finance and/or other directly related technical fields is required.Understanding of development and humanitarian work.Emergency experience an advantage.Health supply chain management experience an advantage.Fluency in English and French (verbal and written) is required. Knowledge of another official UN language or local language of the duty station is considered as an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are?Nurtures, Leads and Manages People (1)Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (2)Works Collaboratively with others (2)Builds and Maintains Partnerships (2)Innovates and Embraces Change (2)Thinks and Acts Strategically (2)Drives to achieve impactful results (2)Manages ambiguity and complexity (2) Functional CompetenciesAnalyzing (2) Applying technical expertise (2) Planning and Organizing (2)During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.  Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable Female Candidates are encouraged to apply.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. 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06/03/2024
UNICEF

Human Resources Manager - P4

Spain, Valenciana, Community of , Valencia

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, a connected worldThe overarching strategic goal of UNICEF's Information and Communication Technology Division (ICTD) is to transform and build partnerships with our stakeholders to successfully implement UNICEF programmes globally through innovative technology-enabled solutions. UNICEF is going through an exciting digital transformation that will influence the work across the organization. We are looking for dynamic, innovative professionals to drive the transformation and play a key role in shaping the way forward. The Human Resources function reports to the Chief Information Officer (CIO) in delivering HR strategies and HR administration services as needed, while providing advice on best Talent management practices to enhance performance in the ICT function globally. The function is a strategic Business Partner role within the Senior Management team assuring alignment with strategic objectives to deliver results for children. How can you make a difference?Under the overall guidance and direction of the Chief Information Officer (CIO) the Human Resources Manager is accountable for the implementation and execution of the talent management strategies for the ICT function. The incumbent will provide authoritative technical guidance to business partners; ensure operational support to clients on all matters pertaining to human resource planning, outreach, recruitment and selection, performance management, career development and succession planning ensuring compliance with UNICEF Human Resources regulations and policies, whilst promoting a strong client-based culture.As accountable for staff administration and wellbeing, the post holder leads on efficient business processes and innovative approaches to timely and accurate staff administration and support. The HR Manager within their area of responsibility, is accountable for implementing HR services that enhance the capacity of their clients to deliver on their business goals and objectives. In doing so, the incumbent demonstrates the ability to anticipate HR-related needs and develop subsequent plans and solutions that align HR management with business objectives. Summary of key functions/accountabilities:Management of UnitSupport the Director in establishing the annual work plan, setting priorities/targets and performance measurements for the HR Team.Monitor work progress and ensure results are achieved according to schedule and performance standards.Establish clear individual performance objectives, goals and timelines; and provide timely guidance to enable the team to perform their duties responsibly and efficiently.Performance ManagementWorking closely with the center of expertise and case management unit in DHR, provide support and capacity build staff and supervisors in managing performance in line with UNICEF best practicesStrategic Talent ManagementProactively collaborate with business units to discuss strategies and approaches to attract, onboard, retain, transition and develop talent within ICTD.Proactively identify staffing gaps within ICTD and develop workforce plans and outreach strategies in advance to minimize vacancy gaps and to ensure diverse talent in place on time.Actively engage in global talent management of ICT function; review and advocate for internal mobility within ICTD and the global ICT community to support career development and succession planning.Provide authoritative technical support in guiding clients through the recruitment process, ensuring compliance with the UNICEF staff selection policy.Technical HR LeadershipProvide technical leadership in one or more HR specialty areas with responsibility for reviewing the work of other Professional and General Service staff for compliance with principles and concepts, policies, regulations and rules as well as for soundness of judgement and conclusions.Develop, implement and monitor the interpretation and application of new human resources policies, practices and procedures in area of specialization to meet the evolving needs of the organization including formulating the position of the organization on policies in area of HR specialization and determining the appropriate application of rules and regulations to highly sensitive or contentious individual cases having implications for other HR systems and UNICEF as a whole.Business PartneringServe as the single point of contact for his/her client portfolio on advice pertaining to all aspects of the employment life cycle.Work with clients to help fulfill their goals through advising on how to attract, retain and motivate staff of the highest caliber.Provide accurate and timely advice to clients on HR processes and policies, ensuring the highest level of client-orientation.Proactively advise clients on the resolution of human resources issues ensuring equitable and transparent solutions that protects both the staff and organizations interests in accordance with policies, regulations and procedures. · Promote the organizational goals and targets for gender equity and cultural diversity.Strategic Human ResourcesLiaise with the HQ Divisions, regional and country offices to support and contribute to corporate HR strategy formulation and global implementation. Provide feedback and make recommendations on the establishment and improvement of HR systems, policies and processes.Keep abreast, research, benchmark, and implement best and cutting edge practices in HR management and contribute to the development of global policies, procedures and introduce innovation through sharing of best practices and knowledge learned.Responsible for strategic human resources forecasting for his/her clients including identifying future human resource requirements in terms of numbers, types and levels of staff, and identifying emerging trends in profile requirements.Helps design optimal organizational, staffing structures and levels, and, in consultation with senior management develops standards and benchmarks staffing norms.Implementation of assigned Human Resources ServicesProvide support to various or one specific HR occupation (recruitment, job classification, career development, performance management, data analytics, learning & development etc.) to help their supervisors in implementing efficient client services that help either attract, retain and/or motivate staff of the highest caliber.When assigned casework in the relevant area on either a routine or non-routine basis, analyze and synthesize issues and problems, and interpret established, formal guidelines to address and recommend solutions or further actions required.Learning and Capacity DevelopmentIn collaboration with business owners, design and deliver learning plans for staff to enhance their knowledge and build skills in new areas.Contributes to the mapping of competencies for all staff in assigned client portfolio, assisting in the development of a comprehensive framework in support of the development of the talent pipeline.Recommend efficient and cost-effective learning products which strengthen staff capacity to contribute effectively to business goals.Participate as a resource person in capacity building initiatives to enhance the competencies of clients/stakeholders.Provide orientation briefings to new staff.Provide day-to-day performance and talent management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, career conversations, and disciplinary actions)HR Data AnalyticsInterpret and analyze HR data to help inform strategic decision making on HR processes and strategies.Develop data collection systems to optimize data quality.Coordinate with country offices and partners to provide assistance in their HR information management.Foster sense of belonging in ICTD and the equivalent within the ICT functionFacilitate HR dialogue series on topics of interest to staff in general.Organize initiatives that facilitate the integration of all staff including staff in out-posted teams in New York and Nairobi.Facilitate the integration of out-posted staff from other Divisions based in ValenciaWork collaboratively with the Spain Staff Association.Staff Well-being/ Mental Health Strengthen the capacity of managers to be important partners in supporting the mental health of employees, to prevent burnout as well as protect and support employees experiencing it.Oversee the scope of work of the assigned Staff Counsellor to ICTD and collaborate with Peer Support Volunteers. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?An advanced university degree (Master's or higher) in human resource management, business management, international relations, psychology or another related field.A minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience in human resource management in an international organization and/or large corporationExperience in Talent Management of ICT and Engineering professionals is an asset.Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are?(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others (8) Nurtures, leads and manages people.During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here. UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.  Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable women are encouraged to apply.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. 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06/03/2024
UNICEF

Social Policy Specialist - Public Finance - P4

United States of America, New York , New York

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, An opportunityThis post reports to the Chief of Public Finance and Local Governance (PFLG) unit, Social Policy and Social Protection, Programme Group, UNICEF HQ. The incumbent will work closely with the Senior Advisor of Immunization Financing in the health Programme Group, UNICEF HQ. UNICEFs Public Finance and Local Governance (PFLG) Unit covers work areas that seek to influence the mobilization of revenues, equitable design of budgets at national/ federal and local levels, and their efficient and effective utilization to improve the well-being of children. UNICEF's interventions are anchored in Article IV of the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC) which commits state parties to invest, to the maximum extent possible, available resources towards the implementation of children's rights.UNICEF's work on public finance and local governance also aims to influence regional and global processes/ initiatives related to financing for development including climate and humanitarian financing so that they take into consideration the best interests of the child. These include the upcoming 4th International Conference on Financing for Development, SDG financing initiatives, debt and tax reforms, and a wide range of social sector financing initiatives. At regional and country level, the PFLG team works to influence public financial management reforms and practices that strengthen social sector spending and contributes to SDG aligned budgeting as guided by the CRC, Addis Ababa Action Agenda (AAAA) on financing for development and the Paris agreement. In doing this, the team collaborates closely with the broader UN System, international financial institutions, civil society organizations, think tanks and various arms of governments working in across all sectors in humanitarian and development contexts. Purpose of the postThis post aims to support UNICEF's mission in advancing the rights of every child through strategic interventions to improve the size and quality of social sector spending with a particular focus on health and to ensure public financial management systems are responsive to the practical and strategic needs of children, especially the most deprived in both humanitarian and development settings. Through this role, UNICEF aims to contribute to adequate and sustainable universal health financing including critical services such as immunization and also equitable access to other essential services such as social protection, education, child protection, early childhood development, water and sanitation, and nutrition.The incumbent will provide technical advisory services, including through thought leadership, knowledge management, advocacy and capacity development support to UNICEF teams at HQ, regional and country offices as well as partners in health financing, and also support the global design and implementation of a new Public Finance for Children (PF4C) framework and related interventions. The ultimate objective is to contribute to the creation of an enabling environment for universal health coverage and delivery of other essential services to children at-scale, equitably and sustainably. It is expected that the incumbent will commit an estimated 50 percent of their time to strengthening health financing systems. Accordingly, the position will routinely liaise with health sector colleagues at UNICEF HQ and also with relevant staff and partners at regional and country levels.The post is global; the incumbent is therefore expected to lead networking, partnership and collaboration with experts and institutions involved in social sector financing, and public financial management more broadly from a child rights perspective. These include the Inter-Agency Task force on Financing for Development, Integrated National Financing Framework partners, and International Finance Institutions, such as the World Bank and the IMF, donors, civil society organizations and other United Nations agencies. How can you make a difference?Technical Guidance and Support for delivering the PF4C work across sectorsProvide technical leadership and capacity development across social sectors to UNICEF regional and country offices and partners for the scaling up of UNICEF's PF4C work globally in line with the revised PF4C framework.Provide advisory support, quality assurance and oversight in the development and delivery of PF4C programme activities across sectors at HQ, regional and country office levels.Support development of guidance document, technical notes and tools where gaps exist to improve social sector financing.Provide specialized technical expertise and capacity development to governments and other partners in the reform of Public Financial Management (PFM) systems related to selected social sectors/ policy areas such as health, education, social protection, nutrition, child protection, social inclusion, and WASH.Provide guidance on how fiscal policies and budgets can be effectively used to improve equity in social services delivery especially in critical areas, such as health.Knowledge management, networking and collaboration between and across countriesThrough engagement across sectors, maintain the global database of sector initiatives, especially on health, and good practices to inspire other countries,Regularly monitor key progresses and developments on sector financing with potential to scale up.Facilitate learning and networking between and across countries on social sector financing.Support health and immunization related taskforces and teams on key emerging financing issues and product development, including an immunization budget database, and with a special focus on addressing financing challenges for primary health care and community health and nutrition workers.Research and evidence generationInitiate and support research on relevant topics, including on fiscal space analysis, sector financing and spending reviews, bottleneck analysisFacilitate collaboration with research and academic institutions to strengthen social sector financingCollect, repackage and disseminate relevant research papers, articles and other publications to inform programming by Social Policy and sector colleagues.Advocacy and partnershipsAs the global technical expert for social sector financing, develop and maintain collaboration with the sector teams and focal points in support of sector financing agendas on key area such as health, nutrition, early childhood development, social protection, including shock responsive, child protection, education and WASHSupport investment case-making and advocacy for reforms to strengthen PFM systems especially to improve investments in neglected areas such as immunization, nutrition and child protection.Lead strategic engagements with partners involved in sector financing such as WHO, the World Bank, Gavi, Centers for Disease Control and Early Childhood Development Action Network and also develop and strengthen strategic alliances with a variety of international partners, including UN agencies and philanthropic organizations.Facilitate the enhanced integration of social sector stakeholders and partners into relevant financing consultative processes and networks. Represent the organization in global forums, engaging with partners and stakeholders to foster meaningful collaborations and external partnerships. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?An advanced university degree (Master's or higher) in Economics, Public Policy, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Political Science, or another relevant technical field or any other related field is required.A minimum of 8 (eight) years of relevant progressive, professional work experience in public finance and sector financing, an applied, national or international social development setting is required.Hands-on experience with sector financing issues, particularly related to health, immunization, nutrition and early childhood development, with demonstrated expertise in the Public financial management of health sectors, which will be considered as a plus.Familiarity with UN/UNICEF programming and experience working with UNICEF field offices will be considered a significant advantage, including operating within developing countries.A history of contributing research to international academic journals, which will be viewed as an asset.Experience or familiarity with emergency contexts is highly valued.Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate?UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability (CRITA), and sustainabilityPlease click Here to view UNICEF's core values and Here to view our competency framework.UNICEF competencies required for this post are.Nurtures, Leads and Manages People (1)Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (2)Works Collaboratively with others (2)Builds and Maintains Partnerships (2)Innovates and Embraces Change (2)Thinks and Acts Strategically (2)Drive to achieve impactful results (2)Manages ambiguity and complexity (2)UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to including everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination.UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid).Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF.UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.UNICEF only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at For more information on remuneration and benefits, please visit UNICEF's Entitlements' page.  If you would like to find estimates for entitlements, you may use the online Salary Estimate CalculatorOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil serviceThis is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here : Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.

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06/03/2024
UNICEF

Human Resources (Project) Officer - P2

United States of America, New York , New York
Nonprofit/Community/Social Services/International Cooperation
Other

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up.For every child, Commitment!  How can you make a difference?Organizational ContextUNICEF is the leading humanitarian and development agency working globally for the rights of every child. Child rights begin with safe shelter, nutrition, protection from disaster and conflict and traverse the life cycle: pre-natal care for healthy births, clean water and sanitation, health care and education. UNICEF has spent nearly 70 years working to improve the lives of children and their families. Working with and for children through adolescence and into adulthood requires a global presence whose goal is to produce results and monitor their effects. UNICEF also lobbies and partners with leaders, thinkers, and policy makers to help all children realize their rights?especially the most disadvantaged.As part of the HQ Efficiency Initiative (HQEI) and related staff support strategy, a Staff Support Unit (SSU) is established by the Division of Human Resources (DHR) to serve as a central resource for staff during the HQ transition. The SSU will act as a referral service and advisory unit to staff affected by the HQEI in NYHQ, Geneva and other HQ out-posted locations.The SSU will ensure that support and information is people-centered and consistent across divisions, working closely with different stakeholders, DHR section chiefs, divisions, and other networks. The unit will deliver a range of services and events in line with the Staff Support Strategy, including policy and career guidance and advice on mitigation procedures. Services will be delivered through internal resources and external providers as needed. Purpose for the JobThe HR (Project) Officer will work closely with the HR Manager, SSU and Chief, Business Partner to ensure a seamless flow of information within the SSU Unit through effective coordination and communication. The HR (Project) Officer will be supported by a project team to carry out the functions as a centralized resource for staff and will liaise with the Specialized Support Network (SSN) to provide timely and consistent information to staff.  The incumbent will organize regular meetings with different focal points to discuss concerns, identify specific requests, and collect lessons learned, and will escalate quickly to the HR Manager and Senior Management any concerns that may arise. Key Functions and Accountabilities Monitor daily performance of the Unit and update the case management system regularly ensuring effective coordination with clients.Establish workflows, communication, and coordination mechanisms for seamless service to clients.Through data analytics, produce regular reports identifying surge and trends as part of the service delivery of the Unit to inform the briefing to Chief HRBP and senior management.  Through research of policies and analysis of data, and in close coordination with the SSN, gather information for knowledge sharing and provide support to staff promptly.Troubleshoot issues and promptly escalate concerns to the HR Manager/Chief HRBP, as necessary.Organize regular meetings with respective focal points of the unit, the Specialized Service Network (SSN) and the clients to discuss concerns, identify specific requests, and collect lessons learned.Compile FAQs based on staff questions to share within the Unit and work closely with the HR Manager and Chief HRBP on advising subsequent plans of action.Issue timely reports on the performance of the Unit to the HR Manager and Senior Management.In collaboration with COEs, coordinate the organization of learning programs, wellbeing sessions and capacity building initiatives and briefing sessions as needed.Establish and update the dedicated Staff Support page to inform audience on the latest advisories.Support transition of HR roles and contributes towards the establishment and scaling of the capacity of HR post recruitment hub.Represent change management in various forums related to Recruitment hub. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?A university degree (bachelor's) in human resource management, business management, international relations, psychology or other related social science field is required.A minimum of two years of relevant professional experience in human resource management in an international organization and/or large corporation is required.Familiarity with UN HR systems, policies and procedures are highly desirable.   Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are?Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (1)Works Collaboratively with others (1)  Builds and Maintains Partnerships (1)Innovates and Embraces Change (1)Thinks and Acts Strategically (1)Drive to achieve impactful results (1)Manages ambiguity and complexity (1)During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.  Remarks:UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here : Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre. 

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06/03/2024
UNICEF

Protection against Sexual Exploitation (PSEA) and Abuse Specialist - P4

Palestinian Territories, Gaza Strip , Gaza

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, safetyUNICEF in the State of Palestine works to uphold the rights of children to access services and protection, from early childhood through adolescence. Our objective is to ensure that every child in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, irrespective of background or circumstance, has an equal chance to fulfil their potential. We are working for every child and young person in the State of Palestine. How can you make a difference?Under the overall supervision of the PSEA Coordinator, the PSEA specialist is responsible for supporting the collective PSEA activities of UNICEF (50%) and for the Interagency PSEA Community based complaint mechanism in Gaza (50%). The PSEA specialist will report directly to the PSEA Coordinator in Jerusalem and liaise with the Deputy Humanitarian Coordinator in Gaza. Working closely with UNICEF sections and the PSEA Network, the PSEA specialist will divide efforts equally between supporting the CBCM in Gaza and fulfilling UNICEF'S accountabilities in PSEA, as follows:Interagency dutiesSupport the PSEA Interagency in-country program in the Gaza strip.Strengthen PSEA within organizations and communities.Establish/Strengthen an Inter-agency Complaints Mechanism.Victims'/Survivor-Centered Assistance.UNICEF Specialist dutiesSupport the UNICEF's action plan in the Gaza stripStrengthen PSEA within organizations and communities.Establish/Strengthen an Inter-agency Complaints Mechanism.Victims'/Survivor-Centered Assistance.To view full job description, please click on the following link: PSEA Specialist - P4 - Gaza.pdf To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?EducationAn advanced university degree (Master's or higher) in one of the following fields: Social Sciences, International Relations, Government, Public Administration, Public Policy, Social Policy, Social Development, Community Development, or another relevant technical field.ExperienceP4 Level or equivalent of minimum of 7 years of professional work experience.Field experience in humanitarian or development settings, ideally in PSEAUnderstanding of the international development and humanitarian architectureFamiliarity with the UN system and global coordination structures (e.g. IASC)Proven ability to develop and/or implement an Action Plan/StrategyExperience in developing and facilitating training and capacity-building activities is an advantageFamiliarity with data protection and confidentiality measures is an advantage SkillsCoordination (experience in an inter-agency coordination role is an advantage)Professionalism (proven integrity, objectivity, and professional competence)Communication, facilitation, and inter-personal skillsAbility to work with different stakeholders and build consensusAdvocacy across a wide variety of actorsLeadership (ability to lead a technical network)Leveraging (ability to engage at senior leadership level and secure buy-in)Problem-solving (ability to know what needs to be done and identify the resources to do it)Language RequirementsEnglish and Arabic would be a strong asset,Other official UN language would be an asset.Behavioral RequirementsSensitivity to cultural diversity, discrimination, and gender issuesAbility to interact in a safe and sensitive manner with victims/survivorsAbility to work in a stressful environmentAbility to delegate For every Child, you demonstrate?UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness(3)Drive to achieve results for impact(4)Innovates and embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6)Thinks and acts strategically(7)Works collaboratively with others (8) Nurtures, leads and manages people.During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.  Remarks:This position is not considered an elevated risk role. However, UNICEF reserves the right to conduct further vetting/assessment within the scope of child safeguarding as appropriate. UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates are encouraged to apply.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.Special Remarks: In the current evolving emergency context, this position will be based in Gaza where medical facilities have been negatively affected and individual chronic and/or serious medical conditions cannot be adequately addressed.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. 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05/03/2024
UNICEF

Executive Officer - P2

Niger, Niamey , Niamey

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, hopeNiger is a landlocked Sahelian country of 24 million population predominantly by young and rural people (81.3%). Children aged 0-14 is 51% of the total population and 20% for those aged 15-24. Nearly half of the population is poor, despite reductions in the poverty rate over the past decade and the country ranked last on the 2019 Human Development Index. UNICEF Niger operates from the capital city, Niamey, as well as from 4 zonal offices, Agadez, Maradi, Diffa and Tahoua.The role of Executive Officer is meant to strengthen the Office of the Representative and will work closely with a GS6 Executive Assistant post as a team in the Representative's Office to ensure adequate planning, time and external relations management. The post will play a lead role in coordinating internal managing issues and ensuring timely management of issues related to the Representative's Office in collaboration with the Deputy Representatives and the Chief of Communication.The incumbent is responsible for supporting the coordination, management, and planning activities in a systematic and organized manner; managing an effective system for incoming information, including correspondence, decision memos and other institutional documents that together constitute an important part of the organization's archive; and lastly, drafting the work plans, annual reports, correspondence, and other planning documents pertaining to the goals of the team. How can you make a difference?Key functions, accountabilities, and related duties/tasks:Support to office priority setting and decision making.Support to office planning and operations.Support to events, meetings, and conferences.Detailed job description is available here: TDR-Executive Officer P2_ 03 2024 - TMS.pdfTo qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?EducationA university degree is required in International Relations, Political Science, Public Administration, or another relevant technical field.ExperienceA minimum of two years of relevant professional work experience in external relations, public affairs, or international development cooperation, preferably within the UN, or in a government institution, NGOPrior experience of working in coordination, planning, or in an executive office will be an asset.LanguagesFluency in French and proficiency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language or a local language is an asset. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are?(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others.During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates are encouraged to apply.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here : Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.

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05/03/2024
UNICEF

Re-advertisement: ICT Specialist (SAP Programmer Analyst, Programmes and Budget) - P3

Spain, Valenciana, Community of , Valencia

This position is being re-advertised. Those who applied earlier do not need to re-apply, as their application will still be considered.  UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, a connected worldThe overarching strategic goal of UNICEF's Information and Communication Technology Division (ICTD) is to transform and build partnerships with our stakeholders to successfully implement UNICEF programmes globally through innovative technology-enabled solutions. UNICEF is going through an exciting digital transformation that will influence the work across the organization. We are looking for dynamic, innovative professionals to drive the transformation and play a key role in shaping the way forward.  How can you make a difference?The position is in the Solutions Center and Support Section of ICTD, in the Enterprise Business Systems team. This team's goals are to provide adequate, user-friendly, and modern business solutions to UNICEF's different departments and stakeholders as well as to provide guidance, governance, and procedures to several enterprise processes such as data collection, program monitoring, digital tools and platforms, and business process optimization throughout the organization. These goals are aligned with the organizational strategy, enterprise architecture, and information management requirements of UNICEF's different stakeholders.The advertised position may oversee the work of consultants.Under the guidance of the ICT Manager (Business Applications ? Programmes and Grants/Funds Management) and in close coordination with other staff members and consultants, the ICT Specialist will identify change requirements for SAP and support existing functionality in business areas including Programmes, Funds and Grants Management. Support of changes and existing functionality may be the result of modified business processes, corporate data or interface needs. The ICT Specialist will prepare program specifications, implement the required program enhancements/fixes, and supervise the implementation of enhancements/fixes related to the assigned functional areas.  Key responsibilitiesTechnical Lifecycle Implementation Plan the engineering of all phases of the software development lifecycle, including gathering and analyzing user and business system requirements, responding to outages, and creating application system models. Design, develop, document, test and debug new and existing software solutions for internal use. Perform defect corrections (analysis, design, code). Create and maintain development artifacts and contribute support to the processes required to address new business requirements and enhancements. Perform application maintenance including defect fixes and performance tuning for the Programme, Funds and Grants Management areas of SAP. Utilize technical expertise: Create system requirements, perform design, analysis, coding and unit testing of complex to highly complex system functionality and defect correction across inter-related platforms. Identify ideas to improve system performance and impact availability. Resolve complex technical design issues. Provide functional and technical guidance in evaluating applications systems or evaluating requests for proposals. Coordinate changes and influence and prioritize tasks with business or technical departments. Analyze and influence technical, system and user requirements. Facilitate root cause analysis of system issues to minimize impact and future occurrences.  Provide Technical Guidance to Team Produce technical documentation, including work estimation, technical change impact analysis, test cases, object dependencies, code version control, performance testing, and risk analysis. Manage the development related to the application, integration and assigned resources. Develop and oversee recommendations for technical solutions to improve application quality and address issues that would affect system performance, the usability of the applications, or integration with SAP and non-SAP systems. Ensure that integration issues with SAP are aligned to mitigate impact execution of business processes related to Programme, Funds and Grants Management. Create system documentation and play books. Serve as a lead technical reviewer and contributor in requirements, design and code reviews. Provide technical guidance to business owners.Analyze and design specifications for team members and third parties to execute. Act as a technical resource throughout the development life cycle. Coordinate system application transition from development teams to maintenance and production teams. Construct and implement necessary controls to assure system and application traceability. Provide support to the user community and product owners via established support mechanisms. Participate in and contribute to discussions on issue resolutions and solutions. Ensure that software standards and quality targets are met. Work closely with the ICT Manager and provide regular updates. Inform and escalate risks in time to ensure deliverables are achieved as planned. Research and explore emerging technological innovations applicable to UNICEF programme delivery. Present the results and suggestions to the team.  To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have? Academic Degrees:An advanced university degree (Master's or higher) in Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems or relevant technical or business-related field*A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree.Required Experience:A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible and relevant work experience in information technology-related systems development and support roles is required, including: Proven leadership experience within a solution oriented technical environment, preferably with a software development or architecture background. Experience leading cross-functional complex teams of technical and non-technical professionals: highly developed technology business solutions acumen.A minimum of 4 years of experience with SAP and SAP Fiori. A minimum of 4 years of experience with integrations third party applications. Experience developing mission critical applications in an agile environment.Ability to understand and mitigate all risks involved in deploying evolving technologies is required. Good understanding of Systems Lifecycle Management and knowledge of process analysis and design is required. Familiarity with system development and operational process methodologies is required. Strategic ability to translate business needs into technical requirements is required. Ability to lead and implement technology transformation and organization change management for continuous improvement is required. Desirable Experience and skillsKnowledge in following areas is desirable: Business Technology Platform (BTP) SAP Analytical Cloud (SAC) Hana Enterprise Edition (Hana EE) Cloud Application Programming model (CAP)  Knowledge of the organization's technologies and architecture is an asset. Knowledge and experience of UNICEF' s procedures and business processes is an asset.  Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required.  Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.  For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are?(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others (8) Nurtures, leads and manages peopleDuring the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic. As an advocate for every child you will receive: UNICEF offers a competitive salary that is tax-exempted for most nationalities.  You can access here a salary calculator for simulation. (Medical insurance and pension premiums will be deducted from net salary).We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.Additional benefits for eligible international professional staff members include: Paid holidays and leave, including 2.5 days of annual leave accrual per month and 10 official holidays per year Paid parental leave (maternity, paternity and adoption) Dependency allowance  Rental subsidy  Relocation support and lump sum Home leave travel (air tickets or lump sum) Education grant for children in school United Nations-sponsored medical and dental insurance plan, pension plan, and optional life insurance plan  Access to professional development and learning programs, online learning, and learning path  Access to staff well-being and career development support  UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates are encouraged to apply.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility.Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here : Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.

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05/03/2024
UNICEF

Associate Director (Chief Data Officer) - D1

Italy, Tuscany , Florence

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, dedication"Data saves lives. Data change lives." Effective use of data is a major catalyst in making faster progress on the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals), powering the work of governments and all partners to better fulfil the rights of the 2.4 billion children in the world.The Division of Data, Analytics, Planning and Monitoring (DAPM) was established in 2019 to drive decision making and organizational learning, improve effectiveness and achievement of results of UNICEF and its partners to realize the rights and improve the life of every child. DAPM promotes data and monitoring to achieve transformative impact on children's lives.The Division is responsible for driving, shaping and guiding UNICEF's evidence-informed analysis, strategic planning, programme monitoring and organizational performance management. As such, DAPM enables the organization to deliver on results in a more coherent manner, based on agile and contextualized programming process, and on data, evidence, and analysis, as well as the application of human-rights based and results-based management approaches.Within DAPM, the Data Team (DaT) which consists of the offices of Chief Data Officer and Chief Statistician, supports the whole data and analytical function across UNICEF both to make UNICEF more effective and impactful in its work, and to support governments and other actors to make a bigger difference in the lives of children.On the one hand, the Chief Statistician's Office leads on analytics of data about children to feed UNICEF programming and advocacy and produces priceless global public goods of data and statistics on children. On the other hand, the Office of the Chief Data Officer works across all UNICEF divisions and through regional offices to country offices both to help UNICEF create and sustain (1) the safeguards to identify and reduce to a minimum the risks and potential harms to children and UNICEF staff, beneficiaries and donors  inherent in data and digital technology, to undergo a responsible and safe digital and data transformation; (2) a robust governance of all forms of data at UNICEF to enable all of UNICEF to leverage all relevant data in service of better decisions and outcomes for children.The importance of the role of Chief Data Officer is even greater in the fast-changing environment in which ever more powerful AI (Artificial Intelligence) tools are available, which require careful curation and use of data. The CDO (Chief Data Officer) will work with UN (United Nations) system on "UN 2.0" which includes both better digital transformation and strategic use of data; contributing to the Global Digital Commons, to supporting government use of data through the SG's High Impact Initiative of Data which will feed into the Summit of the Future, all as ways to influence broader decisions and mechanisms to support the good use of data for children.Thus, the Chief Data Officer's Office/Team is accountable for:Establishing a data policy that encourages safe and efficient use of all forms of data in UNICEF, and sustain a data community, provide tools and build capacity to follow that policy direction.Developing and implementing data governance to ensure that UNICEF's data ecosystem, including use of AI, is effective and safe.Advocating for investment in data for children in relevant fora, within and outside the organization. How can you make a difference?Under the supervision of the Director, DAPM, the Chief Data Officer provides intellectual, managerial, technical and advocacy leadership in UNICEF for the safe use of cutting-edge tools and platforms as well as all forms of data at global, regional and country levels within the overall mission of UNICEF to promote the rights of every child. The post is also the senior position with authority in UNICEF to promulgate and uphold standards of responsibility and ethics in data produced or used by any part of UNICEF. Additionally, the Chief Data Officer leads and manages the team, including mobilization of the resources they need to function. The Chief Data Officer's Office/Team is composed of the Data Governance & Strategy Unit (including Data Protection & Privacy) and the Data Communications Unit. It is also matrixed with the Programme Effectiveness Team's Safeguarding Unit.Under the supervision of the Director, DAPM, the Chief Data Officer will: Lead, manage, guide and represent the technical work of DAPM's Office of the CDO:Development and implementation of a data policyComplete the Data Policy and relevant procedures, create the procedures, tools, communities and guidance for effective implementation of the Policy on Personal Data Protection to strengthen UNICEF's action on Data ProtectionEstablish a Data Governance mechanism (with or separate from Digital governance)Reflect issues of AI in Data Policy or support a new policy on UNICEF's use of AIEnsure that all data-related policies include reference to data in emergenciesDrive implementation of policies and governance across HQ divisions, RO (Regional Office) and CO (Country Office) offices. CDO will play a key role in building up the network of senior data leaders to support organization-wide rollout of a harmonized data approach.Guidance and building of Data Culture and Capacity as part of DAPM's strategy on strengthening the Planning, Monitoring, Data and Analytics functions; including special considerations for emergenciesSupport and guide community and learning pathways to foster:Data savviness, Data leadership,Data stewardship including data planning,Data analytical capabilities (led by Chief Statistician)Data advocacy and communicationOversee the transformation of data action planning in every office, hooked into the country programme management cycle, and centered around cross-functional teams that deliver priority use cases for children.UNICEF data architecture and management including data sharingLead UNICEF thinking and design of data architecture to ensure data are safely available across UNICEF to support analytical needs – this in close collaboration with ICTD (Information and Communication Technology Division) as they develop or review digital systemsSupport and guide the roll out and further development of tools and policies to support master data managementEstablish policy and guidance, and where necessary direct technical advice, to improve data quality to serve data needs including data ready for use in the development of AI systems and applicationsEnsure data governance including data responsibility are embedded in data management tools and practices by all actors in UNICEF, guide the selection of data management tools to serve implementation of data governanceGuide setting up of structures to support data management within each office (bringing together data, monitoring, ICT/T4D, emergency and programme practitioners and sharing their data)Stronger data responsibility across all levels of the organizationEnsure all the policy environment (and tools to support its implementation) on protection of personal and non-personal yet sensitive data, including a reference level for resolution of issuesSupport RD4C being mainstreamed into planning and implementation of data activities including in emergency situations and protracted humanitarian situationsResponsible use of AI and other analytical tools using Big DataGuide use cases on implementation of AI ininternal systems (working in close collaboration with HQ Divisions),UNICEF programming, andadvocacy with Governments to make AI work for childrenSupport intersection of the statisticians in DAPM, Programme Group, the Centre of Excellence for Tech for Development, the Office of Innovation for use of AI in programmesSupport the Frontier Data Network bringing knowledge and other resources into UNICEF to help countries, and FDN nodes and communities to build capacity within UNICEFDirectly and with partners, contribute to development of national data systems to function in emergency as well as development situations to:incorporate RD4C principles and toolsimprove Administrative Data Systems (joint with Chief Statistician and Programme Group)Frontier Data and related analytics (through nodes jointly with Chief Statistician)Lead within, across and outside the Organization on Data governance, advocacy, knowledge management and communication:Lead data elements of relevant UNICEF bodies such as Digital Transformation Board; Global Management Team; AI Steering CommitteeRepresent UNICEF as leading data expert in external fora such as those working on a global system of data governance, AI governance, Statistical data and metadata exchange (SDMX), digital/data commons and lead strategic positioning of UNICEF on data issues within and beyond the UN system including support to products of the Chief Statistician's officeLead UNICEF's knowledge management and communities on data including through mechanisms such as the Evidence Helpdesk and SharePoint site; contributing to internal and external knowledge-sharing fora; and guiding development of analytical capacities in country offices to bring together different knowledge streams to address country issuesManage, nurture and develop DAPM's Office of the CDO and its people:People ManagementManage and maintain the highest quality standards for efficient and effective operation of the Unit, including recruitment, orientation and supervision of professional and support staff, formulation and monitoring of the annual workplan, management and monitoring of the budget including approval of travel plans, fulfilment of reporting requirements and oversight of day-to-day issues as required Resource mobilizationIdentify, develop, pursue and secure funding opportunities for UNICEF's data strategy work with multilateral and bilateral agencies, non-governmental organizations, private sector foundations and other donors, all in conjunction with D&A SectionAdvocate and plan for distribution of funds within UNICEF to support this new and crucial area of workOversee management of the relevant budgets and supervise the reporting to ensure timely fulfilment of donor reporting requirements To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...An advanced university degree (master's or higher) in any data-related discipline (including – but not limited to – data science, statistics, economics, demographics) which could be an MBA. Specific, formal training and/or knowledge around the concepts of Data Governance, Use, Protection and Privacy is considered an asset.A minimum of thirteen (13) years of progressively responsible experience at national and international levels in generation and use of statistics or other data as well as other areas that could include applied statistics, information systems and data interpretation and championing the safe use of those data for impact.  At least 6 out of the 13 years required in senior leadership and management positions required.Demonstrated experience as a data professional with demonstrated ability to show the value of data to the "business" (whether in public or private sector organizations), and has worked to maximise that value for better results.Demonstrated experience working with and retaining a good working relationship with all forms of data tech, from data management to analysis, from storage to communication.Experience in and understanding of how to create and sustain a system of data governance which is enabling for the responsible and ethical collection, analysis and use of data.Demonstrated capacity to lead teams.Experience with leadership in managing relevant multi-partner projects and partnerships.Experience managing and influencing change in a large organization among partners and stakeholders outside of direct supervision scope.Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability(CRITAS)underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values UNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness(3)Drive to achieve results for impact(4)Innovates and embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6)Thinks and acts strategically(7)Works collaboratively with others(8)Nurtures, leads and manages people.During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. Remarks:Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support. Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. We flag matching applications to HR partners and SDC/SECO for visibility. Benefit from free interview/assessment preparation by registering here: Interview and Assessment Centre Preparation for Jobs in Multilateral Organisations. Our coaches stand ready to help prepare for upcoming interview/assessment centre.​ 

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04/03/2024
UNICEF

Finance Specialist (Digital Payment Solutions) - P3

Turkey, Istanbul , Istanbul

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, hope.. The Division of Financial and Administrative Management's (DFAM) overall objective is to ensure that financial resources are fully attributed to the Strategic Plan results chain, made available in a timely manner, and used effectively and efficiently within an optimized organizational structure which is ?fit for purpose'. This is achieved through periodic measurement, transparent financial and administrative performance reporting, and the development and application of risk-informed policy, improved procedures, and innovative systems.The Cash-Based Transfers unit within DFAM Treasury & Structured Finance Section (TSFS) plays a significant role in developing and maintaining excellent relationships with Financial Service Providers (FSPs), including traditional banks, mobile money operators, digital payment providers, financial technology companies, other relevant participants in the cash-based transfer community, and other UN Agencies. Ensures compliance with internal quality assurance standards and external regulatory agency mandates, including Know Your Customer and international sanctions and manages counterparty risk.The unit is also responsible for introducing efficiencies and enhancing transparency and risk management of payments, accelerating the digital finance transformation of UNICEF in service of Programmes and Operations. The unit also works with various digital finance providers, including digital payment platforms, e-wallets, social media platforms, e-commerce, Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), and payment aggregators. How can you make a difference?The Finance Specialist (Digital Payment Solutions) will support the Senior Finance Manager Global Cash-Based Transfers in exploring new digital payment solutions, providing technical support, and strengthening Regional and Country Office monitoring and compliance.Furthermore, the incumbent will provide cash-based transfer finance-related risk-informed policy advice, guidance, and support, establish tools and processes, and oversee the design and implementation of controls to monitor and mitigate cash-based transfer risks.   Key functions, accountabilities and related duties include:   Under the guidance of the Senior Finance Manager Global Cash Based Transfers:The incumbent will actively explore and support the implementation of risk-informed financial aspects of cash-based transfers by providing technical support and guidance to UNICEF Regional and Country Offices. The position will be accountable for providing support during the selection of FSPs and keeping abreast of new technological developments for delivery of cash-based transfers to beneficiaries. They will also identify and pursue opportunities for digital payment solutions, ensuring the application of rules and regulations, compliance and changes to policies, procedures, system efficiencies and safeguarding of financial resources leading to improved and efficient payment solutions. The incumbent will work closely with other units in DFAM, including the Banking Unit, the Financial Reporting Unit, and other divisions and teams across the organization including the Programme Group, the Supply Division, the Legal Team and country offices worldwide.A. Financial Service Provider Selection: 1. Review the business case and terms of reference from Regional and Country Offices for new requests and extensions of FSP approvals. 2. Facilitate FSP financial health and credit risk assessment to determine the likelihood that the FSP will continue as a viable business and safeguard UNICEF funds entrusted to them. 3. Synthesise the results of the financial health and credit assessment and draft an approval or disapproval request to the Treasurer. 4. Contribute to the legal documentation for FSPs, ensuring that a formal service agreement is signed between UNICEF and the service providers.B. Digital Payment Solutions: 1. Foster the exploration and implementation of new digital payment solutions for the benefit of cash-based transfer programming at UNICEF. 2. Interact with a wide array of digital finance service providers, including but not limited to digital payment platforms, e-wallets, social media platforms, e-commerce, Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), and payment aggregators. 3. Scale up digital payments for cash transfers to beneficiaries of UNICEF's programmes. 4. Conduct in-depth research on digital payments, digital financial services, and financial inclusion in specific markets to inform UNICEF's digital transformation strategy. 5. Identify and implement innovative solutions to support digital payments and access to financial services, identify opportunities to shape the environment and create new ways for delivering cash to beneficiaries of UNICEF programmes. 6. Help identify partnerships and networks with critical international, national/regional platforms and initiatives for UNICEF to work with to scale up the digital payment's agenda. 7. Assist with coordinating and negotiating cash delivery services with financial institutions, including compliance requirements, and liaise with UNICEF legal and Procurement on contractual documents. 8. Review Financial Service Providers' terms of reference / contractual agreements and risk assessment. 9. Support implementing a continuous learning and development plan for CBTs at UNICEF.C. Risk Management: 1. Establish a risk-based system to periodically and systematically monitor FSP risk mitigation action plans approved by DFAM Treasury to ensure they adhere to established work processes and comply with UNICEF policies and Procedures. 2. Update the FSP approval conditions monitoring calendar, share monitoring tools and set compliance review appointments with Regional Offices and Country Offices. 3. Review Country Office submissions of approval conditions compliance and propose changes to the required evidence submitted to DFAM Treasury and conditions to strengthen compliance. 4. Stay updated with CBT industry regulations and compliance requirements relevant to UNICEF CBT financial operations.D. Knowledge Management: 1. Build dashboards from CBT-generated data for easy reporting and monitoring of trends. 2. Keep the DFAM Treasury SharePoint current and upload files to the respective libraries. 3. Update the CBT Country Office Support Request Tracker and respective dashboards. 4. Help capture new knowledge using a knowledge management system, including PowerBI, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Visio, use of AI tools, etc. 5. Draft initial content for capacity-building sessions with country and regional offices. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?An advanced university degree (Master's) in Finance Management, Business Administration, or Economics is required.A minimum five (5) years of relevant work experience in cash-based transfers, risk management, finance, or banking, is required.Hands-on experience working with Microsoft Excel spreadsheets, SharePoint and PowerPoint at an advanced level is required.Knowledge and experience working with an Enterprise Resource Planning system (i.e. SAP) is required.Hands-on experience with payment methods for humanitarian programmes, such as cash transfers, is considered an asset.Hands-on experience with PowerBI is highly desirable.Experience working in a multi-cultural environment is considered an asset.Work experience in a developing country, and/or familiarity with work in an emergency context is considered an asset.Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) is considered an asset.Functional Competencies Required: -Demonstrated knowledge of Digital Payment Solutions. -Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. -Strong reasoning skills in identifying issues, gathering relevant information, and exhibiting sound judgment in decision-making. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are?(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others.During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.  Remarks:Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. 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01/03/2024
UNICEF

Social Policy Specialist - P4

Kenya, Nairobi Area , Nairobi

UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.And we never give up. For every child, protection!The overall purpose of this position is to provide thought leadership, quality analytical input, oversight, quality assurance and technical support to the Public Financing for Children (PF4C) analysis and advocacy carried out by UNICEF Country Offices, the regional office, and globally. It aims to support efforts to leverage greater, more effective, and equitable domestic public investments in children and ensure results for multidimensional child wellbeing. This role will provide staff capacity development, technical, knowledge management, and strategic partnership support to UNICEF engagements in ESAR related to budgets and public financial management, to improve the enabling environment and address causes and barriers to achieving results for children. How can you make a difference?This position is under the supervision of the Regional Adviser for Social Policy. The post routinely liaises with social policy and sectoral staff in country offices and globally, as well as networking with subject experts externally (e.g., the World Bank, donors, and think tanks).Key function, accountabilities, and related duties/tasksProvide technical leadership for the scaling up of UNICEF's public finance work in the region in line with the strategic direction of the regional Social Policy programme. Provide specific technical support, quality assurance and oversight to assure high quality in activities conducted by Country Offices and the Regional Office. This includes the provision of guidance to COs on the development of analysis as well as advocacy plans to bring about positive change.Serve as regional focal point of technical expertise in the area of PF4C. Monitor developments in the technical area, as well as political and social developments, at the national and regional levels. Contribute to the regional Social Policy knowledge management by analyzing and disseminating available national budget data, information systems, and trends to evaluate cost and impact on SDGs, capturing determinants of the trends and their implications for country programming.  Expertise needed relates to the full spectrum of financing for development, including revenue, debt management as well as expenditure policy.Build and maintain a regional PF4C analysis based on priorities as well as a database with key PF4C indicators, maintain regular economic analysis to feed into regional planning and strategizing.Review and deliver a regional programme/support to develop the capacity of key counterpart staff, as well as UNICEF Regional and Country Office staff, in the area of PF4C. Lead UNICEF's regional technical external role and voice on public finance, by forging internal and external partnerships and through representation in regional/national fora with partners and stakeholders.Develop innovative strategies for advocacy and increasing social accountability for national budgets across the region for greater investments in children. Build strategic alliances with various international and regional partners, civil society, and academic partners, active in the area of PFM/PF4C. Bring Africa think tanks voices into common UNICEF PF4C advocacy plans. Contribute to a better integration of donors into consultative processes and networking.Share, promote, and create learning on PF4C across the region, with other regions and HQ and externally to showcase genuine impact for children. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?Advanced university degree in Economics, Public Finance, Social Policy, and/or Public Administration is preferred.Minimum of eight years of progressive, professional work experience in public financial management, and sector financing, in applied, national settings is required.Experience in different country contexts, especially in Africa, is desirable.Hands-on experience and proven results in using public financial management evidence to concretely generate change at the national level is required.Experience in budget analysis, costing and developing investment cases, PERs and PETS in key sectors for children such as health, education, water and sanitation, social protection, nutrition an asset.Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF ValuesUNICEF competencies required for this post are?(1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others.During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is here to serve the world's most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.  Remarks:UNICEF's active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable candidates are encouraged to apply.Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position:Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost).Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support.Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.):Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. 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29/02/2024
UNICEF

Deputy Director (Internal Audit), Office of Internal Audit and Investigation (OIAI) - D1

United States of America, New York , New York

UNICEF works in 190 countries and territories to protect the rights of every child. UNICEF has spent 70 years working to improve the lives of children and their families. Defending children's rights throughout their lives requires a global presence, aiming to produce results and understand their effects. UNICEF believes all children have a right to survive, thrive and fulfill their potential – to the benefit of a better world. For every child, oversight.The Office of Internal Audit and Investigations (OIAI) is led by the OIAI Director and is responsible for conducting internal audits and investigations related to known and suspected cases of fraud, corruption, and other forms of misconduct. OIAI consists of the Internal Audit and the Investigations function, each headed by a Deputy Director. OIAI reports directly to the UNICEF's Executive Director and also reports independently to the Executive Board. OIAI has a decentralized organizational structure with three offices based in New York, Budapest and Nairobi (the Directorate is based in New York).OIAI's activities are governed by the UNICEF Financial Regulations and Rules, and by the Charter of OIAI, which stipulate, inter alia, OIAI's mission, the scope of its work, responsibilities and authorities as well as the operational independence OIAI enjoys in conducting its duties. The internal audit function provides independent and objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve the operations of UNICEF.Under the general supervision of the OIAI Director, the Deputy Director for Internal Audit is responsible for the overall management, leadership, direction, liaising with relevant UNICEF staff and stakeholders, and the quality control for all activities and outcomes from the Internal Audit function. The incumbent, along with the Deputy Director for Investigations, will also support the OIAI Director in providing leadership and direction to the Office as a whole, deputizing for the Director whenever required and serving as a member of OIAI's Senior Management Team. How can you make a difference?Functional accountabilities:Provides overall strategic direction, leadership and management of all facets of the work of the Internal Audit function. This will include direct supervision of the Chiefs of Audit, as well as supervision of its internal audit staff and consultants at headquarters and field locations, and overseeing the recruitment, performance management, coaching and professional development of the audit managers and team members.Directs and supervises the development of OIAI's risk assessment, work-planning and delivery of high-quality assurance and advisory assignments across UNICEF's programmes and operations, implementing best-in-class auditing methodologies, tools and approaches.Directs and supervises the selection, prioritization, planning and conduct of internal audits in accordance with established standards, audit manuals, policies and procedures, and ensuring that the outcomes and outputs of internal audits are timely and of the highest quality.Determines the human and financial resources needed for the delivery of the internal audit work program and manages the efficient and proper utilization of resources made available to the Internal Audit function.Maintains a professional practices and a quality assurance function to ensure general conformance with the International Professional Practices Framework promulgated by the Institute of Internal Auditors (that includes the Global Internal Audit Standards, Topical requirements, and Global Guidance).Works closely with the OIAI Director to manage OIAI's relationships with, and periodic progress reporting including on established key performance indicators to its key stakeholders (including senior managers, the Audit Advisory Committee, UN Board of Auditors, and the Executive Board), and with the audit offices of partner agencies in contributing to knowledge sharing and harmonization of internal audit practices and methodologies.Implements a communications strategy to ensure staff and external stakeholders understand the internal audit process and its role in UNICEF's broader oversight framework, ensures compliance with the Executive Board directives including on public disclosure of audit reports and the dissemination of the synthesis of the audit findings and trends.Along with the Director and Deputy Director for Investigations, serves as a member of OIAI's senior management team, participating in the overall management of OIAI and including the preparation of office wide plans and reports.Represents the Director, as required, and undertakes additional assignments as needed. Qualifications for a successful candidate:Master's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field, together with an appropriate professional auditing qualification (e.g. Certified Public Accountant, Chartered Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor) from a recognized professional body.A minimum of 13 years of progressively responsible professional work experience and demonstrated technical competence in auditing, a significant part in an international environment, with at least five years at the managerial level.Experience of leading large teams in a multi-cultural environment including introducing modern audit practices (Maturity Models, Agile Auditing, Continuous Auditing, Data Analytics etc.) is essential for this position.Experience in performance auditing and managing investigations would be an advantage.Fluency in English is required. A working knowledge of another UN language is desirable. Candidate profileResults-oriented leader with a proven track record in strategic and conceptual thinking.Strong management and leadership skills, track record in empowering people to achieve results.Exceptional analytical, decision-making and problem-solving skills.Strong oral and written communication skills with the capacity to succinctly convey ideas and advocate for organisational positions and produce written work product of the highest caliber.Sound political and business acumen. For every Child, you demonstrate...UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability(CRITAS)underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values UNICEF competencies required for this post are...(1) Builds and maintains partnerships(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness(3)Drive to achieve results for impact(4)Innovates and embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6)Thinks and acts strategically(7)Works collaboratively with others.[add the 8th competency (Nurtures, leads and manages people) for supervisory role]During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Remarks:Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. This is how cinfo can support you in the application process for this specific position: Application preparation: Before you apply for this position: Improve your application documents by registering for a Job Application Support. Our coaches are here to help tailor your application to the requirements of the job (service provided at your own cost). Interview preparation: When invited to the interview: Prepare for the interview by registering for a Job Application Support. Additional services for  Swiss nationals who get invited to  the selection process (written test, interview, assessment centre, etc.): Let us know by writing to recruitment@cinfo.ch. 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28/02/2024