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Afghanistan, Kabul, Kabul

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Date of last update: 18/04/2024 (Expiry date:  07/05/2024)

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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 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, future!

 

How can you make a difference?

Under the supervision of the Chief Planning, Monitoring and Data (PMD), the Planning Specialist is responsible for coordinating the formulation, planning, and design, of the country programme, in collaboration with the sectoral programme chiefs and the external relations/communication officer. The Planning Specialist is accountable for the accomplishment of key results in, rights and results-based management, knowledge management and preparation of programme management reports.

 

Key functions, accountabilities, and related duties/tasks:

Planning:

  • Provide technical support to the development of the Country Programme
  • Provide technical support to ensure that a set of programme performance indicators are identified and adjusted as necessary, with inputs of all concerned partners in the context of development of Annual Work Plans, as outlined in the Programme Policy and Procedures Manual/PPPX. 
  • Support the development of United Nations Sustainable Development Coordination Framework (UNSDCF) and the Country Programme Document (CPD) from a sound results-based programming process.
  • Provide guidance to the Office on the application of the procedure and guidance for Country Programme Planning (CPX).
  • Coordinate the development, quality assurance and entry of work plans for programme sections into the electronic Work Plan (eWP) platform in line with the Office accountability framework for central and field office levels.

Situation analysis:

  • Contributes towards the preparation of the Situation Analysis by compiling data, analyzing and evaluating information to inform various country programme management processes.

Corporate reporting:

  • Drawing on monitoring and analysis of key programme performance and management indicators.
  • provide professional input to management reports, including relevant sections of the end of year narrative annual reporting process.
  • Lead processes related to the CSIs, end of year summary narrative, CRAVE, RAM and all programme related end of year processes.
  • Lead in the establishment of and maintenance of planning tools which enhance all planning processes in the office (Work Plans, Annual Management Plans, Reviews, strategy meetings, etc.).
  • Lead in organizing documentation and presentations for programme coordination meetings and Country Management Team meetings.

Capacity development:

  • Collaborate to implement planning related capacity building strategies for all programme staff.
  • Utilize a range of appropriate skills building strategies including self-learning, seminars and workshops and practical experience in order that UNICEF personnel have the basic knowledge and skills in understanding and applying UNICEF policies, procedures, tools, methods to fulfil their responsibilities. Similarly, design and implement strategies suited to the skills needs of national partners.
  • Provide technical support to ensure that the RRBM and planning capacities of Country Office staff and national partners - are strengthened enabling them to increasingly engage in and lead programme planning processes.

 

Knowledge management

Undertake lessons-learned reviews on successful and unsuccessful practices and experience at the national level, and ensure they are shared as appropriate.  Similarly, pay attention to knowledge networks to identify innovations and lessons learned that may be relevant for the CO and partners to improve programme planning and implementation.

 

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have?

  • Advanced university degree in social sciences, development planning, statistics, or a related technical field.
  • Five years of progressively responsible professional work experience at the national and international levels in programme planning
  • Experience working with the UN including supporting development of UNSDCF or equivalent frameworks
  • 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, 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 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. 

 

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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.

 

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Working hours (%): 80-100%

Type of contract: Staff (Permanent and Fixed Term)

Macro-area: Middle East and Northern Africa

Level of experience: Senior Professional, more than 5 years

Area of work Definition: Monitoring and Evaluation, Results-based Management

Type of organisation: Multilateral Organisations

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The incumbent supports building reports, templates and forms out of the operational data systems, including refugee registration and case management systems.   As delegated, the Associate Operational Data Management Officer coordinates closely with information management, registration and other functions in the Field, relevant sector leads, the Regional Bureaux and relevant Divisions in Headquarters to promote regional and global consistency in operational data management, including registration, population data and personal data. The incumbent may closely work with partners, including Government users of UNHCR applications. All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR's core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity. Duties - Manage the use, maintenance and technical support of core operational data applications, including systems that manage refugee registration and identity management, including overseeing the quality of data collection and ensuring consistency with standards and guidelines. - Perform database administrator functions in relation to local field server machines that contain operational data, and refugee and other persons of concern data. - Respond and manage user access permissions for UNHCR staff, local government and NGO partners to global applications in accordance with the policies and standards, including the Data Protection Policy and regional or local country data protection protocols. - Assist in designing and developing standard reports, templates and forms, while ensuring consistency with global guidance and policies, and in consultation with relevant stakeholders, including business module owners. - Identify, diagnose and escalate for the resolution of technical user errors, bugs and queries related to UNHCR core applications on persons of concern data and other operational data systems, in consultation with headquarters, external developers and support teams. - Contribute to the capacity building and guidance of technical users and administrators. - Monitor user management and conduct regular clean-up of user accounts and access permissions in accordance with relevant guidance and procedures of the applications and systems under his/her responsibility. - Monitor device and user management within local client and field server solutions, including monitoring frequency of data synchronization to prevent and mitigate data loss. - Analyse and respond to user requests and queries, including compilation and assessment of applications enhancements and change requests. - Assist with data quality assessment, data clean-up and data mapping from legacy or external database systems to the applications, as required. - Conduct data collection audits as required. - Conduct field testing of new functionalities within respective applications, as required. - Support the design and strengthening of operational reports and statistics, including provision of training and user guidance. - Support discussions and definitions of business requirements for interoperability of local tools and applications within the core applications, in consultation with business owners and relevant governance structures. - Keep apprised of evolving technology and new business needs to support operational data management systems, including registration, identity and population data management in the country operations; - Provide business analysis for operational needs. - Support the identification and management of risks and seek to seize opportunities impacting objectives in the area of responsibility. Ensure decision making in risk based in the functional area of work. Raise risks, issues and concerns to a supervisor or to relevant functional colleague(s). - Perform other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Years of Experience / Degree Level For P2/NOB - 3 years relevant experience with Undergraduate degree; or 2 years relevant experience with Graduate degree; or 1 year relevant experience with Doctorate degree Field(s) of Education Computer Science, Information Technology, Economics, Statistics, Social Science, or other relevant field. Certificates and/or Licenses Not specified Relevant Job Experience Essential Excellent computer skills, particularly in data management. Technical expertise in registration, operational data management and individual case management. Knowledge of SQL or Microsoft Dynamics CRM. Knowledge of UNHCR data standards and procedures.   Desirable Previous experience in registration or individual case management, including use of UNHCR proGres and/or BIMS software. Completion of UNHCR learning programmes or specific training relevant to functions of the position. Functional Skills DM-Data Management IT-IT Refugee Systems & Applications DM-Data collection methodologies DM-Database Design & Development DM-Protection Data Management Systems IT-Biometrics IT-Business Analysis (BA) DM-Data Collection and Analysis TR-Training - Virtual and face to face (Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential) Language Requirements For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English. For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language. For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English. All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power. As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise. This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.   Additional Qualifications Skills DM-Database Design & Development, DM-Data Collection and Analysis, DM-Data collection methodologies, DM-Data Management, DM-Protection Data Management Systems, IT-Biometrics, IT-Business Analysis (BA), IT-IT Refugee Systems & Applications, TR-Training - Virtual and face to face   Education Bachelor of Arts (BA): Economics, Bachelor of Arts (BA): Information Technology, Bachelor of Arts (BA): Statistics     Other information This position doesn't require a functional clearance Home-Based No   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](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation). 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26/04/2024 - 07/05/2024

Associate Information Management Officer - UNOPS IICA1

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Terms of Reference Operational Context Afghanistan is experiencing a humanitarian crisis of unprecedented scale, exacerbated by the critical economic crisis, high levels of poverty, natural disasters (earthquakes, drought, and floods). Some 23.7 million people – more than half of Afghanistan's 44 million population require humanitarian assistance, of which 15.8 million people are likely facing acute food insecurity, and at least one million children at risk of severe acute malnutrition. Human rights have deteriorated in Afghanistan, particularly against women and girls, following the December 2022 and April 2023 bans against women and girls. In 2024, it is projected that economic instability and growing humanitarian needs, compounded by secondary displacement, natural disasters, abuses of human rights, sporadic attacks, and armed clashes may continue to displace Afghans. Internal displacement is also likely to persist. On 3 October 2023, the Government of Pakistan announced plans to repatriate 'illegal foreigners'. In view of the ongoing humanitarian and human rights concerns for Afghans, particularly for women and girls, UNHCR and IOM issued a joint statement urging Pakistan to maintain the protection space for Afghans in need of safety. This was followed by a joint statement by UNHCR. IOM and UNICEF which appealed for the protection of children and families seeking safety in Pakistan. On 10 November, UNHCR declared an internal Level 2 emergency for Pakistan and Afghanistan for six months to scale up the humanitarian response in light of the rapidly evolving situation.. As of March 2024, over 500,000 Afghans have returned from Pakistan as a result of phase one of the Illegal Foreigners Repatriation Plan (IFRP) of which 83,000 were Proof of Registration (PoR) cardholders, or UNHCR slipholder/asylum seekers. The majority of those returning cite the use of police force and harassment as one of the drivers to return. Arrivals back to Afghanistan are also adding to the worsening humanitarian crisis, to a country with over 3.2 Million internally displaced persons due to conflict. As the Government of Pakistan prepares for Phase 2 of the IFRP, primarily focused on the estimated 803,000 ACC card holders, it is important to note that there are 1.35M registered Afghan Refugees who might be directly or indirectly impacted as was seen at Phase 1 of the IFRP. . According to UNHCR and IOM projections, approximately 908,000 Afghans are expected to require support at the border points between now and December 2024. Of this number, 197,000 are PoR Cardholders and Asylum seekers, 450,000 are ACC cardholders, and the remaining 261,000 are undocumented Afghans.. The sudden surge in returns is expected to put pressure on already strained resources, including shelter and basic services. Additional support is urgently required. UNHCR and partners in Pakistan and Afghanistan are currently working together to ensure a harmonized and coordinated cross-border response to this new emergency. To support these efforts an update to the interagency Border Consortium Appeal from 8 November 2023, is in the works, and will be launched in Mid April 2024. In addition, UNHCR and partners are also stepping up their presence in and around Torkham and Chaman border crossing points and accelerating efforts to ensure protection-sensitive mechanisms are in place via regular border monitoring visits and protection screenings to identify and assist people with heightened vulnerabilities and needs. Under the supervision of the Senior Information Management Officer, the Associate Information Management Officer is responsible for assisting in producing and disseminating information on the persons we serve, including but not limited to Protection and Programme information. S/he will supervise data collectors or data entry personnel. The incumbent operationalizes data standards developed at the central level in field operations, trains field staff, compiles data and analyses information from all persons we serve. S/he supports the Programme Team and UNHCR's partners in the choice of indicators for monitoring to be included in sub-agreements, as well as the Protection Team in operationalizing protection monitoring systems. This is an International UNOPS IICA assignment. The successful candidate will be based with the team in UNHCR's office in Kabul, Afghanistan. Duties for Associate Information Management Officer: 1. Population Data Management To oversee the collection, analysis, and dissemination of population data, ensuring accuracy, privacy, and consistency with International statistical standards. The officer will manage population databases, provide insights into demographic trends, and generate population statistics for planning purposes. • Develop and maintain robust systems for the collection of accurate and comprehensive population data. • Analyse population data to identify trends, patterns, and prepare and disseminate analytical reports and visualizations that communicate findings to relevant stakeholders.  • Regularly update UNHCRs operational data portal and ensures that there is harmony in the population data reported in all internal and external products. • Oversees the compilation and submission of population data for the UNHCR annual and midyear statistical reporting.  • Participate in interagency fora and platforms on population data. 2. Assessment Coordination To oversee the systematic collection, analysis, and dissemination of data and information including for identification and targeting of vulnerable households, protection monitoring, border monitoring, and other assessments to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of UNHCRs response. • Develop and oversee the implementation of data collection tools and methodologies, including for protection monitoring, that capture relevant information to provide the evidence base for decision making, planning assistance and service delivery. • Continuous review of data collection tools in collaboration with a multifunctional team to ensure relevance in capturing necessary information to meet UNHCRs information needs. • Design and implement sampling strategy that accurately represents the community dynamics, and other AGD considerations. • Train field staff and data collectors on data collection tools, ethical considerations, survey techniques, and oversee the data collection process, ensuring consistency, accuracy and data protection standards are adhered to. 3. Programme Monitoring To ensure that the UNHCR programme management cycle is supported with relevant data and evidence from the initial needs analysis and programme design, to monitoring and evaluation and reporting, ensuring that data driven insights inform all stages of the programme planning and implementation. • To support sectors with the data needed to conduct comprehensive needs analysis to identify community needs, gaps, and priorities that will inform programme interventions.  • Work with program team, external relations, and business units to ensure that reporting requirements are met and that there is alignment on the indicators being reported. • Set up and maintain programme monitoring systems including ActivityInfo to meet reporting needs, including setting up databases, forms, and indicators. • Train staff, field data focal points and partners on how to effectively use programme monitoring systems, including data entry, report generation, and understanding indicators. • Extracting insights and generating reports from data collected in ActivityInfo including UNHCR 3W map, static and dynamic dashboards. 4. Data analysis and visualization To lead the organization's efforts in analyzing data and presenting it in visual formats that are easy to understand and actionable. The officer will support decision-making and strategic planning by providing timely, accurate, and visually engaging data insights to stakeholders. • Conduct thorough data analysis to uncover trends, patterns, and insights within the data. • Apply statistical methods and analytical models to support decision-making processes. • Develop dashboards, reports, and presentations that summarize analysis findings for both technical and non-technical stakeholders. • Design and create clear, accurate, and engaging data visualizations that convey complex information in an intuitive format. Desired Experience: • S/he must have proven experience in data management, analysis, and visualization, with attention to detail and accuracy and knowledge of data quality assurance and protection standards. • In addition, s/he should have expertise in population data management, case management, programme monitoring, and assessment coordination. Develop and maintain robust systems for collecting accurate and comprehensive population data.  • They should also be familiar with content management systems such as UNHCR's operational data portal to disseminate data and monitor web analytics. Over and above this, the candidate must possess strong writing and presentation skills.  • The incumbent must demonstrate good management and coordination skills - effectively supervising and training teams (staff/partners) and collaborating with multiple stakeholders, including clusters, UN agencies, partners (L/INGOs), government, and donors to achieve a common UNHCR objective.  Technical skills: • Advanced knowledge of Power BI, Excel, ArcGIS/QGIS for mapping, Adobe Illustrator, or any other graphic design tool to create infographics/dashboards is necessary.  • Knowledge of R, Python programming, or any other statistical tool such as STATA would be desirable. • Experience using data collection tools such as Kobo/ODK and ActivityInfo. Evaluation of qualified candidates may include a written test (eliminatory/complementary) which may be followed by competency-based interview.   Standard Job Description Associate Information Management Officer Organizational Setting and Work Relationships The UNHCR Data Transformation Strategy 2020-2025 envisions that by 2025 UNHCR becomes a trusted leader on data and information related to refugees and other persons of concern, thereby enabling actions to protect and to empower persons of concern. The Strategy stipulates investing in four complementary priority areas: data management and governance; information systems; capacities and skill development; and culture for evidence-informed decision-making. The strategy envisages data and information management functions in UNHCR carried out in a complementary and inter-linked manner between Headquarters Divisions and Services, Regional Bureaux, Country Operations and key external partners, including persons of concern. Under the direct supervision of the (Snr) DIMA Coordinator/Deputy Director/Head of Service/Deputy Representative or other IM staff or designated manager, the Associate Information Management Officer supports data and information management activities in the relevant country and regional offices. They are part of a team of data and information management staff (depending on office configuration) and support coordination among staff working on information and data management activities and liaison with Headquarters/Region/Country on data related issues. Information and data management staff are responsible for coordinating, planning and delivering on data and information activities for all UNHCR operational contexts, responses and populations of concern, including providing coordination and leadership in partnerships on data with all stakeholders - including persons of concern. They serve the entirety of UNHCR staff and activities, including protection, programme, operations, external relations and executive management for evidence-informed planning, advocacy, and coordination. They are key in ensuring multi-stakeholder, multi-sector, and multi-country activities are provided with robust and meaningful data and information to support planning, funding and advocacy efforts. This includes both internal and external assessments, regional and country-based planning and monitoring activities such as the COPs, CRRF, RRPs, HNOs, HRPs, and Cluster Plans. Information and data management covers the assessment, design, implementation and evaluation of data and statistical related activities. This includes assessment of the information landscape; definition of information and data needs; design of data and information activities, including data collection, analysis, storage and dissemination; implementation of data and information management activities; and monitoring and evaluation of data management activities. The focus is largely operational data along with financial and HR data related to assessment, planning, monitoring and evaluation. This is the data, information and analysis needed to deliver robust and comprehensive assessments and evaluations, and to support results-based planning, monitoring and reporting implemented by UNHCR and by its partners. Depending on if they are located in HQ, regional or country offices, the role of the data and information management staff is to provide the necessary quality assurance and technical support for the full range of the data and information management and analysis activities to countries and regional offices; to ensure these process are in accordance with technical standards for data and information management; and to undertake regional or country data and information management (definition, collection, analysis, storage and dissemination) activities. In addition they are responsible for coordinating HQ and external support to the country and regional offices, to liaise with relevant bodies on relevant data and statistical matters; to monitor the quality of data and information management activities in country/regional or HQ; to design and implement global, regional or country-based data strategies and systems; to ensure data and information activities are implemented in according with data privacy policies, global data sharing agreements and data protection regulations; to communicate the status, value and importance of data; to provide the data, information and analysis needed for global analysis; and to identify risks and opportunities based on insights derived from data. All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities, in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter, UN Staff Regulations and Rules, UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core, functional, cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR's core values of professionalism, integrity and respect for diversity. Duties Coordinate data and information management activities: - Participate in the data and information management team and activities. - Contribute to the design and implement data strategies and systems. - Assist the data team and others communicate the status, value, and importance of data. - Support the collection, storage, management and protection of data. - Support consolidation of data systems, including the interoperability of operational data and systems. - Ensure consistency of data and results for country, global and regional analysis, including cross border analysis and response. - Support the coordination with HQ, external and regional partners on data and information management efforts - Take part the relevant IM network (internal and external) on refugee. IDP, etc and related issues. - Support data security, data protection and responsible data-sharing. Support offices with data and information management: - Support the analysis of primary and secondary data for interpretation and evidence-informed decision making. - Support the monitoring of data and information management activities in offices for integrity, veracity, reliability and credibility and compliance with policies. - Provide technical and training support to operations. - Support assessments and situational analysis process with analytical frameworks, data collection, and analysis (standards, methodologies). - Support planning process (standards, methodologies) with data and statistical analysis and quality assurance on Theories of Change and indicators. - Support monitoring by providing quality assurance to the monitoring methodologies, data collection and analyses. - Review and assess country or region-specific data systems and needs; provide recommendations to regional bureau. Undertake data and information management activities at the Global/Regional/Country level: - Help consolidate data and information for country, regional and global analysis. - Undertake data management activities (definition of needs, data collection, analysis, storage and dissemination) - Support analysis for comparative country, regional and global analysis, including political and socio-economic trends. - Take part in planning processes (COPs, regional RRP, regional migration response plans, etc.). - Support cross-country assessment and situational analysis, such as in regional RRP situation or COP. - Support the analysis of trends concerning changes at the outcome and impact levels. - Develop information management products such as indicators, templates, maps and dashboards. - Help ensure data is curated and stored in data registries and libraries in accordance with standards. - Undertake geospatial and statistical analysis. - Provide population movement tracking systems and other population data systems. - Support web-based data portals. - Support solutions for meeting 'communication with communities' information and data needs. Work in close collaboration with: - All staff to further data literacy and assist in interpretation the data. - Registration staff regarding the use of individual and personally identifiable data collected or managed by UNHCR. - Programme staff on the data and information aspects of assessment, targeting and monitoring (three most data driven aspects of the OMC). - Cluster coordinators and partners on data and information needs in UNHCR-led cluster operations, including HNO and HRP processes. - Inter-agency staff on the development, coordination and monitoring of country and/or regional responses plans. - Protection staff on the design, implementation and analysis of protection and case monitoring systems. - Operations coordinators and reporting officers on the design and delivery of data and information management products for internal and external consumption. - Sectors technical experts on the methodologies, formats, storage and dissemination of sectoral data and information, including cross sector analysis. - Senior management to understand and serve their information and knowledge needs. - Support the identification and management of risks and seek to seize opportunities impacting objectives in the area of responsibility. Ensure decision making in risk based in the functional area of work. Raise risks, issues and concerns to a supervisor or to relevant functional colleague(s). - Perform other related duties as required.   Minimum Qualifications Years of Experience / Degree Level For P2/NOB - 3 years relevant experience with Undergraduate degree; or 2 years relevant experience with Graduate degree; or 1 year relevant experience with Doctorate degree Field(s) of Education Social Science; Statistics; Information Management; Physical Science; Economics; Data Science; Geography; GIS; Engineering; Demography; Computer Science; or other relevant field. Certificates and/or Licenses Not specified Relevant Job Experience   Essential Experience with data sharing, data management and data analysis to support policy formulation and implementation.   Desirable Knowledge of national and international statistical systems; knowledge of international protection, human rights and international humanitarian law; experience in data collection and analysis in field situations; knowledge of GIS and geospatial systems and techniques. Functional Skills DM-Data collection methodologies DM-Data Management DM-Database Design & Development DM-Data Collection and Analysis DM-Metadata Creation & Management IM-Statistics Analysis DM-Open Source Software & Data DM-Population census and econometrics DM-Protection Data Management Systems DM-ArcGIS (Geographic Information System) DM-Cartographic Skills SP-Design tools such as Global Positioning System (GPS) CL-Cluster Information Management Tools, Resources and Approaches PG-Needs Assessment and Response Analysis DM-Data governance, quality assurance and preservation DM-Data Interoperability DM-Data science methodologies DM-Development of and revision of data standards DM-Qualitative data analysis DM-Quantitative data analysis (Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential) Language Requirements For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English. For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language. For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English. All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively, contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe, and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment including sexual harassment, sexism, gender inequality, discrimination and abuse of power. As individuals and as managers, all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct, support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise. This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening, shortlisting and selection of candidates.   Additional Qualifications Skills CL-Cluster Information Management Tools, Resources and Approaches, DM-ArcGIS (Geographic Information System), DM-Cartographic Skills, DM-Database Design & Development, DM-Data Collection and Analysis, DM-Data collection methodologies, DM-Data governance, quality assurance and preservation, DM-Data Interoperability, DM-Data Management, DM-Data science methodologies, DM-Development of and revision of data standards, DM-Metadata Creation & Management, DM-Open Source Software & Data, DM-Population census and econometrics, DM-Protection Data Management Systems, DM-Qualitative data analysis, DM-Quantitative data analysis, IM-Statistics Analysis, PG-Needs Assessment and Response Analysis, SP-Design tools such as Global Positioning System (GPS)   Education Bachelor of Arts (BA): Demography, Bachelor of Arts (BA): Information Technology, Bachelor of Arts (BA): Social Science, Bachelor of Arts (BA): Statistics     Other information This position doesn't require a functional clearance Home-Based No   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](https://www.cinfo.ch/en/individuals/get-support/career-support-in-international-cooperation/job-application-support-in-international-cooperation). 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23/04/2024 - 07/05/2024

Mental Health & Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Project Manager, Generic

Afghanistan, Kabul, Kabul - Medair International empImg

Role & Responsibilities Manage the health project in line with the objectives, timeframe and budget laid down in the current proposal and meet Medair quality standards and the BPHS. To ensure that beneficiary participation is enhanced in all phases of the project. To manage and train the PHC team and locally recruited health staff. To anticipate, plan, and share in the development of new health project proposals.   Project Overview Emergency Relief and Rehabilitation projects in countries of high vulnerability.   Workplace & Working conditions Generic Field Vacancies are based in capital city or main field base in one of our programmes.   Starting Date / Initial Contract Details This position is not currently open, but frequently required in the Field.Full time, Normally ranges from (a minimum of) 12 months to 2 years.   Key Activity Areas Technical / Management - Develop and manage a comprehensive activity plan covering the time frame of the project proposal. - Ensure the quality and sustainability of the project outputs. - Conduct regular monitoring and evaluation assessments against project objectives. - Ensure accurate and timely reporting of activities (monthly, quarterly and final reports). - Support the Programme Coordinator and CD in the development of new proposals. - Support the health sector by the improvement and further design of the technical sector on approved and appropriate health practices. Logistics and Administration - To coordinate with the logistics department and ensure all health project related equipment is available on site in a timely fashion. - To coordinate with the administration department to ensure accurate accounting of project finances as well as effective cash-flow. - To ensure that health project stocks are managed, transported and maintained correctly. Staff Management - Oversee all staff based in the health project including recruitment,appraisal, management, general well-being, job descriptions, work schedules, discipline etc. in coordination with the Projects Coordinator. - Provide training to all National staff in the health sector (within budget and operational constraints) so as to ensure ownership and full local responsibility of all health activities. - To facilitate regular project meetings to assist information sharing between project staff and to ensure that all staff members are well aware of project objectives and current work plan. Communications and Public Relations - To maintain a transparent, honest and supportive communication structure within the Medair team. - Develop and maintain relationships with local authorities, churches and NGO's on site, with the objective of raising public awareness of Medair and ensuring good co-operation and partnerships. - Contribute to Medair's private fundraising and public awareness campaigns by supplying the FCO or the International HQ Marketing team with beneficiary stories and photos, as well as project updates etc. Security Management - To be responsible for the safety and security of Medair health assets and personnel on site of operations. - To adhere to the security guidelines employed by Medair on site. Quality Management - To promote and use the e-library, ensuring the standardised formats are used and guidelines followed. - Ensure health projects are implemented in accordance with Medair, donor, field, and international standards. Qualifications - Higher level qualification in a technical field; BSc/MSc in Management desirable. - Medical doctor or senior nurse with public health or tropical health qualification desirable.  Experience - 2 years minimum experience post qualification. - 1 yr overseas experience in relief work with an NGO, having worked preferably in the health sector desirable. - Able to prioritise clearly; able to enforce procedures; able to oversee multiple tasks. - Good interpersonal skills; clear communicator. - Good negotiation skills, especially in the context of another culture. - Advanced planning, assessment and analytical skills desirable.   How to applyPlease ensure you are fully aware of the: a) [Medair organizational values](https://www.medair.org/jobs/our-culture/) b) Medair is committed to safeguarding the protection of beneficiaries, volunteers, staff and partners, and particularly children. Therefore, we do not employ staff whose background we understand to be unsuitable for working with children. Medair staff are required to give the utmost respect to, and comply with, [Medair's accountability policies and best practices](https://www.medair.org/accountability/). c) [Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC)](https://www.medair.org/jobs/roc/) (which forms part of the recruitment selection process for field positions). Application Process To apply, go to this vacancy on our [Medair Page.](https://www.medair.org/positions/mhpss-project-manager-generic-2/) Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.
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28/03/2024

WASH Advisor

Afghanistan, Kabul, Kabul - Medair International empImg

Role & Responsibilities The WASH & Food Security Advisor provides technical advice and support to management and project staff, delivers training and ensures quality programming. On a day-to-day basis this involves developing, leading, monitoring and evaluating technical aspects of the country programme activities in WASH and Food Security. The role includes coordinating and networking at a senior level with national and regional authorities, clusters, and other NGOs, providing capacity building for national and international staff, championing best practice (international and Medair) in the programmes and contributing to the overall management of the country programme. The WASH & Food Security Advisor will advise on assessment and survey design, for existing and new project areas. Provide technical advice and ensure quality programming in WASH and some Food Security aspects of programmes. Provide capacity building for national and international Project Managers. The role Holder will be the Point of contact in the country programme for GSO sector Technical Advisors. Champion best practice (international and Medair) in the WASH programmes and contributing to the overall management of the country programme.   Project Overview Medair Afghanistan is a complex and dynamic country programme due to instability related to politics and security. Medair has been operating in Afghanistan since 1996 and is currently multi-sectoral projects in health, nutrition, WASH, and food security in vulnerable communities in the Central Highlands and Southern Afghanistan.   Workplace & Working conditions Field based position in Kabul, Afghanistan.   Starting Date / Initial Contract Details June 2024. Full time, 12 months.   Key Activity Areas Project Management - Provide programme support and technical advice with an emphasis on WASH and disaster risk reduction including food security. - Maintain an overview of the country WASH & Food Security programme(s) and of the regional context, with a view to strategically developing new projects in current sites and / or in surrounding regions. - Ensure projects are implemented in line with donor proposals and requirements and in accordance with Medair, donor, country, and international standards. - Provide technical support in the sectoral (WASH, Food Security, BCC, DRR) including the evaluation and impact analysis of current projects and writing of donor proposals and reports within the required timeframes. - Monitor the project quality outcomes and make necessary recommendations including corrective action related to changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs in consultation with project and senior management. - Participate in recruitment of staff for country programme, providing advice on technical skills and experience as requested. - Define appropriate policies, guidelines, and protocols for the WASH aspects of Medair's work in country, in consultation with other field project managers and in line with relevant government, Sphere and WHO guidelines! - Carry out regular monitoring visits in conjunction with other field project managers, ensuring that project objectives are met within the stated timeframes and in accordance with recognised international standards! - Supervise and monitor the development of reporting systems for data collection (qualitative and quantitative), analysis and follow-up and feedback to relevant staff, donors, partners, and other agencies. - Maintain an oversight of WASH supplies ordered for the WASH projects, supporting the WASH and logistics staff in the coordination and quality control of WASH supplies. - Provide input into the integration of beneficiary participation and accountability in all aspects of Projects. - Develop new project design for WASH, BCC, Food Security and DRR components of projects, in consultation with wider senior management team. Representation - Develop and maintain relationships with UN, NGOs, donors, partners, and other stakeholders, with the objective of raising public awareness of Medair and ensuring good co-operation and partnerships. - Seek out relevant networks or task groups on specific Sector -related humanitarian aid issues and actively participate, if possible - Accompany donors on field trips, as requested, and ensure programme details are transmitted in a timely and professional manner. - Represent Medair, as appropriate, at coordination, sector, and bilateral meetings, working groups, with national and / or local government departments and any other relevant meetings or events, facilitating supportive synergies and overall progress in the WASH sector and avoiding duplication with the work of other agencies. Staff Management - Participate in the recruitment of WASH, Food Security and DRR staff for the country programme, providing advice on technical skills and experience as requested. - Ensure that all WASH staff are adequately trained and, if necessary, create possibilities for capacity building, mentoring, and coaching, within budget constraints. Plan and develop training material as required. - Support line managers in inductions and appraisals of WASH staff, particularly with regard to technical skills. Financial Management - Work with the Projects Coordinator and relevant field project managers and GSO staff to plan and construct Sector budgets. - Work with the Projects Coordinator to ensure the project expenditure is in line with approved budgets, advising on potential under / overspend and recommending appropriate corrective action. Quality Management - Promote and use the Medair e-library and other operating procedures, ensuring that all standardised formats are used, and guidelines are followed. - Ensure WASH & Food security projects are implemented in line with donor proposals and requirements and in accordance with Medair, donor, country, and international standards e.g. Sphere and CHS standards, WHO recommendations, etc. Follow the direction of the WASH Advisor at GSO regarding quality, strategy, and technical guidelines. - Ensure sectoral integration, learning, sharing and adoption of best practices to ensure quality of projects in liaison with other sector advisors, and under advice of GSO WASH Advisor. - Maintain a resource library for the WASH, BCC, Food Sec and DRR teams and keep up-to-date with the latest trends and updates within the sector. Ensure staff have access to necessary and appropriate information as required. Team Spiritual Life - Reflect the values of Medair with team members, local staff, beneficiaries, and external contacts. - Aim to contribute towards team unity through respectful communication. Qualifications - BSc in Water / Environmental/Agriculture Engineering or Management or Civil Engineering or Hydrology / Geology - Good English (spoken and written)  Experience - Relevant post-qualification professional experience, in a management position - 2-year overseas experience in relief work with an NGO managing and coordinating WASH/FSL projects, preferably in an emergency context - Experience of the humanitarian sector in an emergency context - Project Management experience - Excellent proposal and report writing skills (including ability to develop and report on log-frames and a knowledge of indicators and impact) - Knowledge of Humanitarian Essentials, Sphere and HAP Standards, protection issues and other international humanitarian guidelines and protocols - Knowledge and experience of principles and design, monitoring, implementation, and evaluation of projects - Good financial management skills (budget design and control) - Excellent negotiation/advocacy skills within varying cultural and professional contexts, in particular regarding donors and government officials - Excellent time management and an ability to meet goals. - Commitment to best practice - Advanced planning, assessment, and analytical skills - Good report and proposal writing skills. - Problem solving ability  How to applyPlease ensure you are fully aware of the: a) [Medair organizational values](https://www.medair.org/jobs/our-culture/) b) Medair is committed to safeguarding the protection of beneficiaries, volunteers, staff and partners, and particularly children. Therefore, we do not employ staff whose background we understand to be unsuitable for working with children. Medair staff are required to give the utmost respect to, and comply with, [Medair's accountability policies and best practices](https://www.medair.org/accountability/). c) [Medair Relief & Recovery Orientation Course (ROC)](https://www.medair.org/jobs/roc/) (which forms part of the recruitment selection process for field positions). Application Process To apply, go to this vacancy on our [Medair Page.](https://www.medair.org/positions/wash-advisor-afg/) Please do not make multiple applications. We will not review email applications. Only English-language applications / CVs will be reviewed.
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28/03/2024
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