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  • Partnership Internship

    Partnership Internship

    How can you make a difference? 

    Scope  

    The Public and Private Partnerships (PPP) Section of the Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO) provides guidance and technical support to 21 Country Offices and Regional Office Technical Sections on engagement with public and private partners.  
    In addition to developing and stewarding regional/multicounty partnerships and regional-level relationships, the Section also ensures that high quality proposals and reports are developed and supports regional and country offices in critical periods of the year in this regard. In addition, there is a need to enhance knowledge management system for the growing and complex resource mobilization needs in the region, which is building on the existing knowledge management efforts and takes into consideration the lessons learnt so far to share information and knowledge efficiently and effectively in a growing ecosystem of partners in the region.  
    In this context, ESARO PPP section is seeking the services of an inter to support proposal and reporting development, including for the key emergency contexts as well as to strengthen knowledge management and information sharing with country offices in the partnership ecosystem. The Intern will also be able to provide more focused support to the prioritized country offices with resource mobilization needs.  

    Main tasks and responsibilities 

    Support knowledge management activities relevant to public and private sector engagement, ensure timely collection and dissemination of partner intelligence and mapping on a continuous basis to guide resource mobilization and partnership priorities and discussions with relevant partners.  
    Co-authoring of donor communications content such as newsletters, articles, and social media channels.   
    In coordination with PPP and regional teams, provide technical support to prioritized Country Offices in the development of resource mobilisation documents, and provide support with quality donor reporting, recognition and visibility, etc. as needed.  
    Conduct surveys with the respective regional country offices and regional colleagues on the needs and gaps when it comes to partnerships.  
    Support the organization of the Regional Partnerships Network Meeting in Q4 2023.  
    Prepare briefings, one-pagers and presentation materials as needed. 

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

    To be considered for the internship, applicants have to meet the following requirements: 

    Kenyan citizen  who is 18 years and above
    Enrolment in a degree programme in an undergraduate or graduate school, or recent graduation  
    Proficiency in at least one of UNICEF’s working languages: English, French or Spanish and fluent in the working language of the office of assignment  
    Strong academic performance as demonstrated by recent university or institution records  
    Have no immediate relatives (e.g. father, mother, brother, sister) working in any UNICEF office; and have no other relatives in the line of authority which the intern will report to.

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  • Planning & Monitoring Specialist, P3 Donor Relations Officer, P-2

    Planning & Monitoring Specialist, P3 Donor Relations Officer, P-2

    Purpose for the job:

    Under the guidance and general supervision of the Chief of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Section, the Planning and Monitoring Specialist provides support to country office and county-based colleagues and internal and external partners and stakeholders throughout the programming processes. These encompasses technical, administrative, and operational support to ensure that Decentralized Governance; and Resilience Building including the Development-Emergency Nexus are mainstreamed within the country programme. It is important that the planning and monitoring processes are integrated in UNICEF’s advocacy, policies, programmes, and humanitarian work.
    The Specialist contributes to achievement of concrete and sustainable results on Decentralization and Resilience building including Development-Emergency Nexus related programmes/projects 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 programmes development and planning
    Programme management, monitoring, and delivery of results
    Technical and operational support to programme implementation
    Networking and partnership building
    Capacity building, Innovation, and knowledge management

    Support to programmes development and planning

    Update the situation analysis by conducting assessments to establish evidence-based data for devolution across the counties in Kenya to promote decentralization and participation of the counties for Planning and monitoring results within the programmes/projects.
    Provide technical support in the pr ocess of CO programme formulation, planning, and preparation by providing input, advice and operational support on integration of decentralization policies and frameworks ensuring crosscutting issues such as gender, disabilities, the rights of minority and marginalized groups are considered within the country and county level programmes and projects.
    Coordinate in establishing specific goals, objectives, strategies, and implementation plans for the development-emergency nexus programmes/projects using results-based planning terminology and methodology (RBM). Prepare relevant documentations for programme review and approval.
    Work closely and collaboratively with colleagues and partners to discuss methodologies and to assess national priorities/competencies to ensure the achievement of concrete and sustainable results.

    Programme management, monitoring, and delivery of results

    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 sustainable results on decentralization and resilience building.
    Participate in monitoring and evaluation exercises, programme reviews and annual reviews with government and other counterparts to assess progress and to determine required action/interventions to achieve results.
    Prepare/assess monitoring and evaluation reports to identify gaps, strengths/weaknesses in programme and management, identify lessons learned and use knowledge gained for development planning and timely intervention to achieve goals.
    Actively monitor devolution, resilience building and development-emergency nexus programmes/projects through field visits, surveys and/or exchange of information with partners/stakeholders to assess progress, identify bottlenecks, and take timely decisions to resolve issues and/or refer to relevant officials for timely resolution.
    Monitor and verify the optimum/appropriate use of programme resources (financial, administrative, and other assets) confirming compliance with organizational rules, regulations/procedures and donor commitments, standards of accountability, integrity and ensuring timely reporting and liquidation of resources.
    Prepare regular/mandated programme/project reports for management, donors, and partners to keep them informed of programme progress.

    Technical and operational support to programme implementation

    Provide technical guidance and operational support to government counterparts, NGO partners, UN system partners and country office partners/donors on policies, practices and methodologies on devolution, resilience building and development-emergency nexus to support programme management, implementation, and delivery of results.
    Participate in programme meetings including programme development and contingency planning to provide technical and operational information, advice, and support.
    Draft relevant policy papers, briefs and other strategic programme materials for management use, information and/or consideration
    Networking and partnership building
    Build and sustain effective close working partnerships with relevant government counterparts, national stakeholders, and global partners/allies/donors/academia both at national and county level through active networking, advocacy, and effective communication to build capacity, exchange knowledge/expertise and to reinforce cooperation to achieve sustainable and broad results on devolution, resilience building including development-emergency nexus and participation initiatives.
    Participate and/or represent UNICEF in appropriate inter-agency (UNCT) discussions and planning on devolution and resilience related issues to collaborate with inter-agency partners/colleagues on UNSDCF planning and preparation of programmes/projects ensuring organizational position, interests and priorities are fully considered and integrated in development planning and agenda setting including emergency preparedness.

    Capacity building, innovation, and knowledge management

    Organize and implement capacity building initiatives to enhance the competencies of office colleagues (both KCO and County offices), clients/stakeholders to promote sustainable results on;
    Devolution,
    Resilience building and development-emergency nexus, and
    Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation/ RBM especially at county or sub-national level.
    Apply/introduce innovative approaches and good practices on Devolution, Resilience building and development-emergency nexus to build the capacity of Kenya country office including the county level colleagues, partners, and stakeholders and to support the implementation and delivery of concrete and sustainable programme results.
    Keep abreast, research, benchmark and implement best practices on Devolution, Resilience building including development-emergency nexus. Assess, institutionalize, and share best practices and knowledge learned.
    Contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure optimum efficiency and efficacy of sustainable programmes and projects.

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

    An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: anthropology, psychology, sociology, public administration, education, or another relevant technical field.
    A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in local government planning, monitoring and evaluation systems strengthening, mainstreaming of child rights in decentralized systems and resilience building related areas including development-emergency nexus is required.
    Experience working in a developing country and emergency is considered as an asset.
    Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as 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.

    Technical knowledge:

    Knowledge and familiarity with UNICEF work.
    Ability to research, analyze and synthesize information is an asset
    Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    Excellent planning and organizational skills.
    Ability to provide quality products, with minimum supervision and to meet tight deadlines.
    Ability to work with government counterpart at national and county level.

    Deadline: 31 Jul 2023 E. Africa Standard Time

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  • Chief – Audit, P-5, Office of Internal Audit and Investigations

    Chief – Audit, P-5, Office of Internal Audit and Investigations

    How can you make a difference?

    The position makes decisions on the objective, scope and methodology for audit. It also makes decisions regarding the quality of evidence and actions to address risks identified by assurance and advisory activities. These decisions are critical in assessing UNICEF governance, risk management and controls and strengthening delivery of results for children.

    Leadership of Unit: 

    Provide leadership of the unit including oversight of the unit’s overall portfolio of work (audit and advisory engagements). Manage and provide strategic direction to individual staff assigned to the unit and to engagements in the Chief’s portfolio. Ensure audit and advisory engagements are conducted in accordance with applicable standards and other requirements as well as the OIAI Charter and are based on approved engagement plans. Ensure outputs of the unit are of the highest quality and effectively communicate audit and advisory results. This entails using best practices and methodologies including an agile approach and ensuring audits conducted by the unit are risk-based, efficient, and focused on achieving maximum value and impact for UNICEF. This also entails providing strategic and technical guidance and directions to audit teams; making sure engagements are adequately planned and resourced prior to any mission and take full advantage of technology and analytics, supervising engagement teams; providing advisory services as needed by assigned clients and/or in thematic areas; reviewing and approving working papers; preparing and/or overseeing the preparation of high-quality work products such as engagement plans and reports for review and approval by the Director and/or Deputy Director; making sure that the reported implementation of recommendation and/or actions agreed with clients are objectively reviewed and closed based on adequate supporting evidence; establishing, managing and maintaining productive relationships with senior managers across UNICEF, clients and other stakeholders critical to the assurance and advisory work of the unit.

    People Management: 

    Establish, discuss, and agree on performance plans with staff in the unit and identify and address skills gaps. Provide objective feedback to staff throughout the performance period. Coach and mentor assigned staff and hold career discussions. Conduct periodic performance appraisal of assigned staff, taking into consideration engagement-specific feedback received by the staff member from other Chiefs, Audit and Engagement Team Leaders and other staff inside and outside OIAI. Provide engagement-specific feedback on the performance of other units’ staff who are assigned to engagements for which the chief is responsible. Identify and address staff’s individual training needs, ensuring staff have opportunity to learn and grow professionally. Lead by example and proactively address staff issues and update the Deputy/Director on people management issues. Contribute to the recruitment of high-caliber staff. Promote an environment of management excellence and foster a respectful work culture, staff well-being, diversity and inclusion. Ensure adequate preparation for rollout and effective management of virtual team/processes and/or accountabilities in line with the organization’s guidelines, policies and procedures.

    Thematic Focus:     

    Serve as a focal point for the Audit Section for assigned thematic, geographic and/or function areas and/or specific clients. This will include monitoring and keeping abreast of developments and emerging risks relevant to the assigned area, ensuring OIAI’s risk register and work plans are updated accordingly. This also includes building and maintaining relationships with leadership and other key staff in the assigned area of responsibility. This also includes identifying and making the business case for potential assurance or advisory services relevant to the assigned areas of responsibility.

    Leadership of OIAI and the Audit Section:

    Participate in and contribute to the management of the Internal Audit Section and as a member of the OIAI leadership team. This includes providing senior level contribution to the Section’s risk-based work planning activities, identifying and responding to emerging risks, and ensuring the preparation and updating of the Section’s Work Plan. This also includes serving as a thought leader, both inside UNICEF and externally, on the evolving role of internal audit within similarly situated organizations, and keeping abreast of innovations, developments and best practices in internal auditing to facilitate continuous learning and improvements in the work of OIAI. This also includes contributing to and leading the Section’s development and implementation of standard operating procedures, as well as the application of the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and their implication for oversight in the United Nations System. This also includes acting on behalf of the Deputy Director for Audit as required and carrying out other tasks as may be assigned by the Director or Deputy Director for Audit.

    To qualify as an advocate for every child, you will have…

    An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher), preferably in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Auditing, Accounting, or another related field is required. Professional accreditation (e.g. CPA, CA, ACCA, CIA, or CISA) from a recognized professional body is preferred. A first-level university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in the specified fields with  12 years’ experience in auditing, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
    At least ten (10) years’ experience in auditing (e.g. financial and performance, and/or operational) is required. Extensive experience in a directly related field may also be acceptable.
    At least five (five) years’ experience in managing teams and complex assignments in multi-cultural environment, government and recognized international organizations will be an advantage.
    Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) is considered an asset.

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  • Programme Officer (Adolescent Skills & Employability), P-2 Nutrition Specialist, P-4 Health Specialist – Real-Time Monitoring (P3), PG Health – MNCAH OP Nairobi

    Programme Officer (Adolescent Skills & Employability), P-2 Nutrition Specialist, P-4 Health Specialist – Real-Time Monitoring (P3), PG Health – MNCAH OP Nairobi

    How can you make a difference?

    Currently across Eastern and Southern Africa (ESA) young people are facing unprecedented times around learning and employment, with the rapidly changing nature of technologies, migration, labour markets, the environment, political contexts and the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Key stakeholders are increasingly exploring new ways to support young people with learning, engaging, connecting, and working. Viable, scalable and evidence-based solutions and innovations are required to reduce the impact of extended interruptions and on-going challenges to education and livelihoods faced by young people. Within the over-arching framework of ESA’s regional priorities and education flagship programme, there is an important and growing need to strengthen results and investments in opportunities for and with all young people, contributing to learning, skilling and school- to-work transitions.
    Under the overall guidance and direction of the Regional Education Specialist, Adolescent Skills & Employability, the main purpose of this role is to provide coordination and backstopping for robust operational research, thought leadership and knowledge management to accelerate this new and growing agenda in the region. This role will enhance guidance and evidence-based programming to country teams and HQ/Regional Office counterparts and respond to interests and investments of partners.
    The Programme Officer will support the multiple demands and requests for programming information and support within the Skills & Employability portfolio by developing and maintaining robust knowledge management and rolling-out operational research of relevant areas of work om the region. He/She will provide coordination/administrative support, quality assurance and knowledge generation/management and technical assistance to strengthen and expand the Skills & Employability agenda across ESAR.

    The successful individual will be responsible for the following key accountabilities:

    Coordination of large-scale operational research on skills & employability in the region

    Oversee all related administrative, roll-out and reporting processes for the operational research (including for the ADA and PROSPECTS research initiatives).
    Ensure high quality research inputs from partners and compilations of inputs for various required reports to donors and within UNICEF, as required.
    Manage the day-to-day research contracts and activities, with partners (including academia and service providers) and within UNICEF.
    Facilitate the upcoming dialogues and events for thought-leadership and ‘South-South Learnings,’ including promotion of research findings, evidence and products to a wide-range of stakeholders. 
    Stay up-to-date on relevant research topics (e.g. the ‘circular economy,’ green skilling and jobs, digital learning-to-earning).   

    Coordination and support for strategic learning, evidence generation and Knowledge Management

    Support the Regional Office with the development of evidence-based ‘learning to earning pathways’ and ‘Multiple Flexible Pathways’ aligned with C4C priorities, GenU priorities, Yoma vision, with Country Offices and new partners; this will include identifying and developing required guidance materials and products on high potential areas, such as the ‘circular economy,’ green skilling and jobs, digital learning-to-earning.
    Support the Regional Office in identifying, designing and monitoring evidence generation for advocacy, programme development and resource mobilization.
    Prepare and support global and regional events, forums, consultations in ESA on adolescent skills & employability.
    Lead the processes of documenting lessons learned, good practices and innovations of relevant programming areas of skills & employability (remotely and in the field). 
    Provide on-going technical assistance on the required data needs and the development of the data dashboard on skills & employability.

    Support with technical assistance to Country Offices and Partners

    Lead the development(s) and improvement of all partnership and programme tools on skills & employability.
     Map, update and monitor country and regional results on skills & employability (including contributions to the Regional Priorities/Education Flagship programme).  
    Identify and support the CO technical requests/plans; specifically, develop strategic KM activities and plans based on these requests.
    Provide technical reviews, quality assurance and inputs into country and regional programme and policy materials/products. 
    Provide efficient, timely, responsive, client-friendly and high-quality support to the country teams and partners, as required; this includes support around new opportunities and the scale-up of the skills & employability agenda.
    Collaborate with various global and regional teams: Partnerships, Innovations, Adolescent and Gender, Migration, Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation, in addition to Generation Unlimited Secretariat and the Yoma Ecosystem.

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

    A university degree in social sciences, development studies, or a related technical field.
    A minimum of two years of progressively responsible professional work experience at national or international levels in the international development.
    Experience in developing mappings, surveys, knowledge products in the education sector.
    Extensive research experience, including reporting and packaging results for internal and external stakeholders.
    Experience in knowledge management and the development of practical and evidence-based tools for a wide-range of stakeholders. 
    Expertise in event planning and coordination.
    Excellent knowledge of the skills, employability and the learning to earning agenda in Africa.
    Experience with UNICEF administrative processes.
    Fluency in English (verbal and written)
    Good knowledge of French (verbal and written) an asset
    Knowledge of another UN language an asset

    Deadline: 17 Jul 2023 E. Africa Standard Time

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  • Readvertisement – Programme Specialist (Gender and PSEA) NOD Chief of Communication Advocacy and Partnerships P5

    Readvertisement – Programme Specialist (Gender and PSEA) NOD Chief of Communication Advocacy and Partnerships P5

    Management and/or advisory support to the PSEA Specialist

    Actively participate in Country Management Team (CMT); Programme Coordination Team; partnerships, research, financial and contract review committees; and other key country-specific leadership teams to ensure strategic inclusion of gender and PSEA in all country-specific programming, including during emergencies; 
    Coordinate with the Regional Gender and PSEA Advisors and the Headquarters Gender Section to plan, utilize, monitor and report on the Gender and PSEA Thematic Fund, or other programmatic funds with large gender components that are allocated to the country-specific interventions for the Country Programme, under the Country Office senior management.
    In collaboration with sectoral colleagues and under the guidance of Representative, participate in the planning and monitoring of the utilization of the budget allocated to sectoral and cross-sectoral gender interventions with sectoral colleagues
    Lead the gender component of the reporting of the routine country-level programme expenditures, including the annual reporting and the RAM.
    Provide technical input and review on the gender components in key funding proposal appeals and submissions and in the design of funded projects/programs so that gender technical components are clearly defined and technical capacities are included.

    Program development and planning (including emergency contexts)

    Lead and/or support the evidence-based programme planning on gender and PSEA including during emergencies, incorporating robust measurement and evaluation of results – especially in the event of the Country Programme development and Mid-Term Review.
    Provide technical leadership on integration of gender into country programming phases, including strategic planning, strategic moments of reflection, CPDs, CPMPs, mid-term reviews, extended annual reviews, programme component strategy notes and in the programmatic assessment and institutional strengthening components of gender reviews
    Undertake and follow up the recommendations of Gender Programmatic Review as well as Gender audit during emergencies;
    In collaboration with sectoral colleagues, identify the areas of focus for gender programming with the greatest potential for impact and scale, in alignment with the GAP and the country/regional priorities.
    Work with sectoral counterparts to incorporate sound gender indicators and measures in programme and policy initiatives, proposals, and advocacy efforts and assist in developing gender-sensitive and transformative theories of change models for sector and cross-sectoral programming.

    Program management, monitoring and delivery of results (including emergency contexts)

    Provide technical support in indicator identification, measurement and performance tracking as it relates to gender mainstreaming and the Targeted PSEA Gender Priorities, in collaboration with Planning, M&E and planning section and sectoral teams.
    Lead cross-sectoral collaboration and coordination on key programmatic results on PSEA, gender, ensuring coherence, maximization of synergies and efficiency in utilization of resources and delivery of results
    Support the strengthening of data systems and collection, as well as accountability mechanisms to monitor and evaluate progress on gender results.
    Support high quality reporting on PSEA and gender results, and a biannual performance review of GAP specified results.
    Work closely with evaluation colleagues to effectively integrate data collection, tracking, analysis and reporting on the indicators for the GAP into programme results and gender performance benchmarks into M&E systems.
    Support and strengthen the quality of research and evidence building on gender related programming, bringing in the latest learning and insights from the field of gender and development, and putting in place a coherent, well-prioritized research agenda in alignment with the GAP.
    Oversee the planning and implementation of the gender reviews and make sure that the recommendations that come out of the gender review are integrated into the Country Programme strategy and action plans and humanitarian strategies and action plans in emergency contexts.
    Actively represent UNICEF in relevant coordination bodies at the inter-agency level (gender theme group or other networks, GBV cluster if relevant), participate as a member of steering committees, and provide close oversight of inter-agency joint programmes
    Ensure the office fully implements PSEA action plan in accordance with the UN-wide system PSEA network action plan on awareness raising, prevention, community-based complaints mechanisms, and victims’ assistance.

    Advisory services and technical support

    Provide technical support and guidance to national government, NGOs, UN Agencies and other country-level and local-level partners on aspects of gender programming and to ensure incorporation of gender indicators and measures in programmes/projects, policy initiatives, proposals, and M&E systems.
    Coordinate the PSEA actions for UNICEF, including provision of technical support and guidance to sectoral PSEA focal points and alternates at national and field level, provide continuous support for the improvement of partners capacity in preventing and responding to SEA and support implementation of the PSEA country action plan
    Provide technical support and advocacy to reporting and follow-up on international and regional gender equality commitments made by the countries
    Support the development of adequate emergency preparedness measures, updating of contingency plans and establishment of early warning mechanisms that reflect gender needs.
    Support the development and of sex-disaggregated databases on information crucial for the planning and implementation of emergency plans.
    Support the development and deployment of emergency training that incorporates gender issues and relevant strategies.
    Lead and/or participate in needs assessment missions on gender, and in the event of an emergency, be deployed as a member of the Emergency Response Team.
    Identify implementing/operational partners and establish implementing arrangements in order to ensure an effective, gender-inclusive emergency response.

    Advocacy, networking and partnership building

    Liaise and consult with sections, government and other external partners (civil society, NGOs, UN Agencies, private sector) to identify areas for convergence, and develop and reinforce partnerships on PSEA and in gender programming.
    Forge and support internal and external partnerships and networks in the development of harmonized, gender-transformative programme interventions.
    Build strategic alliances for gender equality with various partners, including institutional links with UN agencies and other relevant entities.
    Collaborate with other UN agencies and partners to enhance robust gender results in sectoral programmes at the country level. If necessary, represent UNICEF in external meetings on gender integration into sectoral and cross-sectoral results, including UN Country Team meetings and UNDAF/UNAF preparations.
    Lead mapping of potential new partnerships and leverage existing partnerships to accelerate GAP implementation at the country level in determined priority areas.

    Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

    Initiate documentation and sharing of the country-level experience in PSEA and gender programming and lessons learned, which will be shared with internal network and external partners and utilized for South-South cooperation.
    Represent the gender section at sectoral, country-level and regional-level network meetings, and ensure best practices on gender programming according to 5 GAP principles are highlighted in these forums
    Bring best practices in PSEA and gender programming and measurement to the attention of senior management and sectoral colleagues, as well as Regional Gender Advisor and gender section staff at HQ
    Support and conduct innovative research on gender at the country-level
    Support Regional Gender Advisor in advancing the technical and research capacity of country-level staff, offices and programs on gender to continue to build evidence base for programming and to ensure continuous capacity in gender at Country Office level.
    Support management and HR in the development of systems, tools and processes that enable staff members and external partners to enhance their understanding and adoption of gender sensitive behaviors and to support implementation of the GAP. 

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

    Advanced university degree (Masters or higher) in human rights, gender studies or any other social sciences (i.e. sociology, demography, psychology, political science, social policy or economics).
    Academic credentials in gender are a strong asset.
    Minimum eight years of progressively responsible professional experience and demonstrated track record of having undertaken and led substantive programming and research on gender and development in key issue areas that are the focus of PSEA and UNICEF’s Gender Action Plan.
    Experience in designing, implementing, managing, and delivering results-based programmes on gender and development or any other cross cutting programme, especially at country/field level, experience in emergency response is an asset.
    Experience in emergency context, in particular in Gender-Based Violence in Emergency (GViE).
    Fluency in English and Swahili is required. Knowledge of another local language is an asset.

    Technical Knowledge:

    Strong substantive, technical, programmatic and research skills in gender along with sectoral expertise in at least one of the following sectors: Health, Education, WASH, HIV/AIDS, Protection, Social Policy, C4D, ECD, or combined expertise in Adolescents.
    Substantive knowledge on human rights agenda, with particular attention to the right to protection from exploitation, abuse and all types of violence;
    Experience and knowledge in Gender Based Violence, including during emergencies (GBViE).
    Proven ability to work on sensitive gender and PSEA issues in a variety of organizations or contexts.
    Proven ability to connect sectoral issues and programmatic approaches on gender; experience with this in emergency contexts an asset.
    Substantive knowledge and experience integrating gender into humanitarian responses and programming, including needs assessment, programme implementation and monitoring, an asset.
    Proven rigor in analytical, conceptual and programme design skills relevant to gender and development with an understanding of theories of change and path from intervention to results.
    Demonstrated experience in conducting rigorous research and analysis on gender, including quantitative research methodologies, and monitoring and evaluation.
    Wide knowledge and understanding of country/regional/global gender equality issues, specifically relating to children and women, and the current trends, methods and approaches. Familiarity and work experience in the country/region of preferred placement also an asset.
    Demonstrated success in developing proposals and securing resources for programme and research initiatives with a strong gender component.
    Ability to contextualize and be able to translate the approaches into practicable programme design in complex environments where gender issues are often sensitive to raise within certain national contexts
    Excellent written and oral communication skills, including an ability to write succinctly and clearly and speak in public forums compellingly and with confidence.
    High level of initiative and independence in ability to undertake complex tasks while proactively seeking relevant input, cooperation, and guidance from key constituents.
    Experience and demonstrated ability to motivate others and create and encourage a climate of teamwork and collaboration across sectors and in a multi-cultural environment.
    Ability to make effective use of political processes to influence and persuade others inside and outside UNICEF and negotiate a desired direction and/or outcome
    Ability to think outside the box, generate new ideas, approaches, or insights and develop innovative ways to undertake projects and initiatives, shape solutions to problems.
    Strategic thinker who can pull disparate ideas into a cohesive vision, strategy, plan that is positive and compelling for other to join, collaborate, and implement.
    Proven ability to build rapport with individuals and groups and maintain an effective network of individuals across organizational departments as well externally

    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…

    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 (7) Works collaboratively with others.

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  • Education Specialist, NOC,

    Education Specialist, NOC,

    How can you make a difference?

    Under the guidance and general supervision of the Chief, Education. The Specialist supports the development and preparation of the Education (or a sector of) 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 as follows:

    Support to programme development and planning

    Support the preparation, design and updating of the situation analysis for the education programmes to ensure that current and comprehensive data on education issues is available to guide UNICEF’s strategic policy, advocacy, intervention and development efforts on education programmes.
    Help supervisor set priorities, strategies, design and implementation plans. Keep abreast of development trends to enhance programme management, efficiency and delivery.
    Participate in strategic programme discussion on the planning of education programmes. Formulate, design and prepare programme proposals for the sector, ensuring alignment with UNICEF’s Strategic Plans and Country Programme and coherence/integration with the UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSDCF), regional strategies and national priorities, plans and competencies.
    Establish specific goals, objectives, strategies and implementation plans for the sector using results-based planning terminology and methodology (RBM). Prepare required documentations for programme review and approval.
    Work closely and collaboratively with internal colleagues and partners to discuss strategies and methodologies, and to determine national priorities to ensure the achievement of concrete and sustainable results.
    Provide technical and operational support throughout all stages of programming processes and to ensure integration, coherence and harmonization of programmes/projects with other UNICEF sectors and achievement of results as planned and allocated.

    Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results

    Plan and collaborate with internal colleagues and external partners to establish monitoring benchmarks, performance indicators and other UNICEF/UN system indicators to assess/strengthen performance accountability, coherence and delivery of concrete and sustainable results for the assigned sector on education programmes.
    Participate in monitoring and evaluation exercises, programme reviews and annual reviews with the government and other counterparts to assess progress and to determine required action/interventions to achieve results.
    Prepare and assess monitoring and evaluation reports to identify gaps, strengths and weaknesses in programme management.
    Identify lessons learned and use knowledge gained for development planning and timely intervention to achieve goals.
    Actively monitor programmes/projects through field visits and surveys, and exchange information with stakeholders to assess progress, identify bottlenecks and potential problems, and take timely decisions to resolve issues and/or refer to relevant officials for timely resolution.
    Monitor and verify the optimum and appropriate use of sectoral programme resources (financial, administrative and other assets) confirming compliance with organizational rules, regulations/procedures and donor commitments, standards of accountability and integrity, ensuring timely reporting and liquidation of resources.
    Prepare regular and mandated programme reports for management, donors and partners to keep them informed of programme progress.

    Technical and operational support to programme implementation

    Provide technical guidance and operational support to government counterparts, NGO partners, UN system partners and country office partners and donors on interpretation, application and understanding of UNICEF policies, strategies, processes and best practices and approaches on education and related issues to support programme management, implementation and delivery of results.
    Arrange/coordinate availability of technical experts with Regional Office/HQ to ensure timely and appropriate support throughout the programming process.
    Participate in education programme meetings including programme development and contingency planning to provide technical and operational information, advice and support.
    Draft policy papers, briefs and other strategic programme materials for management use.

    Networking and Partnership Building

    Build and sustain effective close working partnerships with relevant government counterparts, national stakeholders, global partners, donors, and academia through active networking, advocacy and effective communication to build capacity, exchange knowledge/expertise and to reinforce cooperation to achieve sustainable and broad results on education programmes.
    Prepare communication and information materials for CO programme advocacy to promote awareness, establish partnerships and support fund raising for education programmes.
    Participate and/or represent UNICEF in appropriate inter-agency (UNCT) discussions on education and related issues to collaborate with inter-agency partners/colleagues on UNDAF planning and preparation of programmes/projects ensuring organizational position, interests and priorities are fully considered and integrated in the UNSDCF process in development planning and agenda setting.

    Innovation, Knowledge management and capacity building

    Apply and introduce innovative approaches and good practices to build the capacity of partners and stakeholders and to support the implementation and delivery of concrete and sustainable programme results.
    Keep abreast, research, benchmark, and implement best practices in education management. Assess, institutionalize and share best practices and knowledge learned.
    Contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure optimum efficiency and efficacy of sustainable programmes and projects.
    Organize and implement capacity building initiatives to enhance the competencies of clients/stakeholders to promote sustainable results on education and related programmes/projects.

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

    An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: education, economics, psychology, sociology, or another relevant technical field.
    A minimum of five years of professional experience in programme planning, management, and/or research in education is required.
    Experience working in a developing country is considered as an asset.
    Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as 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.

    Technical competencies must be demonstrated in the following areas 

    Some understanding of the overall global development context, including issues such as: poverty, conflict and the impact of these factors on education and vice-versa; and inter-sectoral approaches to address such issues in collaboration with other sectors (including Social Policy, Child Protection, Nutrition, WASH, Health, and Communications within UNICEF).
    Some knowledge of global developments in education and international engagement strategies, including the application of the equity lens and human rights perspectives to programming.
    Some ability to support policy dialogue: translation of analytical findings and evidence into development programme and policy discussions around equity and learning with partners, including government, development partners, CSOs and academia in relevant areas.
    Some education sector planning knowledge/ability, including the range of modalities for delivering education, linkages between different sub-sectors (e.g. ECD, Primary, Secondary, Tertiary, Inclusive Education), cost-effectiveness and efficiency issues, key institutional structures, components and processes, as well as governance issues.
    Some education and policy sector analysis capacity, including understanding of the core education data sets and indicators; tools for analysis of equity; determinants of student access and learning; budget, costing, and financial management in education systems; political economy; and education policy and strategic planning.
    Some programme management in education, including programme design, costing, monitoring and evaluation and reporting.
    Some ability to support engagement with partners e.g. Sector Wide Approaches, Global Partnership for Education, Education in Emergency Clusters, Education Provider Forums, Delivering as One, Inter-sectoral partnerships such as in ECD, as well as networking with other key partners.
    Some understanding of gender and inequity issues in relation to education and development and the application of gender / equity analysis to policy and planning in education.
    For CO and RO based posts and where relevant, some understanding of policies and strategies to address issues related to resilience: risk analysis and risk management, education in conflict situations, natural disasters, and recovery.

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  • Education Specialist (Data), P-4

    Education Specialist (Data), P-4

    How can you make a difference?

    Under the overall supervision of the Regional Education Adviser (REA), the position will support the implementation of the education flagship of the Regional Collaboration for Children agenda and will be responsible for technical support and strategic direction on education system strengthening across the 21 country offices of ESAR.  The Education specialist will provide authoritative technical guidance/operational support to facilitate the management and delivery of results on strengthening national education systems (with a focus on evidence, data and financing) to improve learning outcomes and to promote universal access to and equitable and inclusive primary/early childhood education especially for the most vulnerable children. The Specialist will be accountable for supporting Country Offices and Governments in evidence building and improvement of education data systems, equity in public education spending and results based-management (RBM) approaches.

    The successful individual will be responsible for the following key accountabilities:

    Management and advisory support to the Regional Education Advisor (REA)

    Provide advice to the REA in establishing the annual work plan including developing strategies and determining priorities/targets and performance measurements. Coordinate work progress monitoring and ensure results are achieved according to schedule and performance standards and report to REA critical issues for timely action.
    Provide technical assistance/advice to colleagues in the Section on all aspects of data analysis, statistics, indicators and result-based management to enable colleagues to achieve program/performance objectives.

    Evidence building for program development

    Provide technical leadership and assistance to country offices (COs) and Ministries of Education for building relevant education evidence, including public spending analysis and cost-effectiveness analysis.
    Keep abreast of national/regional/international development priorities on education data, evidence and education financing to enhance program management and delivery.
    Establish specific goals, objectives and strategies and implementation plans for the sector/s using results-based planning terminology and methodology.  Prepare required documentations for program review and approval.
    Work closely and collaboratively with internal and external partners to discuss education evidence and data methodologies.

    Technical leadership for monitoring, evaluation and research and for improving national education data systems

    Provide technical leadership and assistance to COs and Ministries of Education for improving Education Management Information Systems.
    Provide technical leadership and assistance to COs and Ministries of Education for applying analytical and programming tools to ensure more equitable financing in education.
    Plan and/or collaborate with monitoring and evaluation initiatives to establish benchmarks, performance indicators and other UNICEF/UN system indicators, to assess/strengthen performance accountability, coherence and delivery of concrete and sustainable results in education programs.

    Advocacy, partnership and capacity building

    Promote rights-based, evidence-based education programming and monitoring and advocate for quality, inclusive education
    Organize/plan/implement capacity building initiatives to enhance the competencies of Ministries of Education and partners to promote evidence based policies for better quality and more inclusive education systems.

    For every Child, you demonstrate…

    Advanced University degree in economics, education, sociology or other social science field.
    Eight years of relevant work experience at the national and international levels in M&E, data analysis in education and programme management.
    Extensive experience of data analysis including the use of statistical software such as SPSS, Stata etc.
    Strong education and policy sector analysis capacity, including understanding of the core education data sets, indicators, tools for analysis of equity, determinants of student access and learning, budget, cost and financing, education system management, political economy and application to education policy and strategic planning.
    Strong  education sector planning knowledge/ability, including the range of modalities for delivering education, linkages between different sub-sectors, cost-effectiveness and efficiency issues, key institutional structures, components and processes, as well as governance issues.
    Good understanding of the overall global development context, including issues such as: poverty, conflict, and the impact of these factors on education and vice-versa; and inter-sectoral approaches to address such issues in collaboration with other sectors.
    Good ability to support policy dialogue: translation of analytical findings and evidence into development programmes and policy discussions around equity and learning with partners, including government, development partners, CSOs and academia in relevant areas.
    Good ability to support engagement with partners (e.g. Sector Wide Approaches, Global Partnership for Education, Education in Emergency Clusters), as well as networking with other key partners.
    Good programme management in education, including programme design, costing, monitoring and understanding of gender and inequity issues in relation to education and development and the application of gender / equity analysis to policy and planning in education.
    Good understanding of policies and strategies to address issues related to resilience: risk analysis and risk management, education in conflict situations, natural disasters, and recovery
    Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

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  • Nutrition Specialist, NOC

    Nutrition Specialist, NOC

    How can you make a difference?

    The Nutrition Specialist provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes to facilitate the administration and achievement of concrete and sustainable results in maternal, infant and child nutrition programmes/projects. This is carried out 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 nutrition policy, programme development, strategic planning and financial tracking.
    Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results
    Technical and operational support to programme implementation
    Nutrition advocacy, Multisectoral engagement, Networking and partnership building
    Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

    Support to nutrition policy, programme development, strategic planning and financial tracking. 

    Contribute to and support nutrition policy, the preparation, design and updating of the situation analysis for the nutrition sector(s) to ensure comprehensive and current data on maternal and child nutrition is available to guide policy development and the design and management of nutrition programmes/projects.
    Keep abreast of development trends to enhance programme management, efficiency and delivery.
    Participate in strategic programme discussions on the planning of nutrition programmes/projects
    Provide technical support and guidance to the development of strategic nutrition plans and/or integration of nutrition in other key sectors, national and county level planning documents.
    Provide technical support and guidance to nutrition budgeting and financial tracking.
    Formulate, design and prepare a sector of the nutrition programme proposal, ensuring alignment with UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, Country Programme, and coherence/integration with the UN Development Assistance Framework (UNDAF), regional strategies, as well as national priorities, plans and competencies.
    Establish specific goals, objectives, strategies, and implementation plans for the nutrition sector(s) based on results-based planning terminology and methodology (RBM). Prepare required documentation for programme review and approval.
    Work closely and collaboratively with colleagues and partners to discuss strategies and methodologies, and to determine national priorities/competencies to ensure the achievement of concrete and sustainable results.
    Provide technical and operational support throughout all stages of programming processes to ensure integration, coherence and harmonization of programmes/projects with other UNICEF sectors and achievement of results as planned and allocated.

    Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results 

    Plan and/or collaborate with internal and external partners to establish monitoring benchmarks, performance indicators, and UNICEF/UN system indicators and measurements, to assess and strengthen performance accountability, coherence and delivery of concrete and sustainable results for the assigned sector in nutrition programmes.
    Participate in monitoring and evaluation exercises, programme reviews and annual reviews with government and other counterparts to assess progress and to determine required action and interventions to achieve results.
    Prepare and assess monitoring and evaluation reports to identify gaps, strengths and/or weaknesses in programme management. Identify lessons learned and use the knowledge gained for development planning and timely intervention to achieve goals.
    Actively monitor programmes and projects through field visits, surveys and/or exchange of information with partners and stakeholders to assess progress. Identify bottlenecks and potential problems and take timely decisions to resolve issues and/or refer to relevant officials for timely resolution.
    Monitor and verify the optimum and appropriate use of sectoral programme resources (financial, administrative and other assets) confirming compliance with organizational rules, regulations, procedures, donor commitments, and standards of accountability. Ensure timely reporting and liquidation of resources.
    Prepare regular and mandated programme/project reports for management, donors and partners to keep them informed of programme progress.

    Technical and operational support to programme implementation 

    Provide technical guidance and operational support to government counterparts, NGO partners, UN system partners and other country office partners/donors on the interpretation, application and understanding of UNICEF policies, strategies, processes, best practices, and approaches on nutrition and related issues to support programme development planning, management, implementation, and delivery of results.
    Participate in discussions with national partners, clients and stakeholders to promote nutrition and development issues, especially in the areas of maternal, newborn and child survival and development. 
    Draft policy papers, briefs and other strategic programme materials for management use, information and/or consideration. 
    Participate in emergency preparedness initiatives for programme development, contingency planning and/or respond to emergencies in the country or where designated. 

    Nutrition advocacy, Multisectoral engagement, Networking and partnership building 

    Build and sustain effective close working partnerships with nutrition sector government counterparts and national stakeholders through active sharing of information and knowledge.
    Contribute to and support nutrition advocacy for nutrition results.
    Contribute to enhanced multisectoral engagement for nutrition at national and County levels and support the establishment of needed structures.
    Facilitate programme implementation and build the capacity of stakeholders to achieve programme goals on maternal and child rights as well as social justice and equity.
    Prepare communication and information materials for CO programme advocacy to promote awareness, establish partnerships/alliances and support fundraising for nutrition programmes (maternal, newborn and child survival and development).
    Participate and/or represent UNICEF in inter-agency discussions, ensuring that UNICEF’s position, interests and priorities are fully considered and integrated into the UNDAF development planning and agenda setting.

    Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

    Apply and introduce innovative approaches and good practices to build the capacity of partners and stakeholders, and to support the implementation and delivery of concrete and sustainable programme results. 
    Keep abreast, research, benchmark, and implement best and cutting-edge practices in nutrition management and information systems. Assess, institutionalize and share best practices and knowledge learned. 
    Contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure optimum efficiency and efficacy of sustainable programmes and projects. 
    Organize and implement capacity-building initiatives to enhance the competencies of clients and stakeholders to promote sustainable results on nutrition-related programmes and projects.
    Impact of Results
    The efficiency and efficacy of support provided by the Nutrition Specialist to the preparation, planning and implementation of nutrition programmes/projects contribute to and accelerate the national development efforts to improve the nutritional status of mothers, infants and children in the country. This in turn contributes to maintaining and enhancing the credibility and ability of UNICEF to continue to provide programme services to mothers and children that promote greater social equity in the country.

    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 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
    A minimum of five 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 in health/nutrition programme/project development and management in a UN system agency or organization is an asset
    Fluency in English is required.  Knowledge of another official UN language or the local language of the duty station is considered an asset.

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  • Operations Specialist, NOC Adolescent Development Specialist, NOC – Readvertisement Operations Associate, G6

    Operations Specialist, NOC Adolescent Development Specialist, NOC – Readvertisement Operations Associate, G6

    How can you make a difference?

    Review monthly staff movement and location readiness for a smooth transition of staff from the HQEI Location in Nairobi-Kenya
    Contribute regular updates/inputs to the HQEI Project team’s communication and engagement actions, including roundup documents, responses to staff queries, and participation in Q&A sessions/focus-group discussions with staff
    Ensure staff recruitment and relocation are coordinated between HR, local operations, GSSC, and Division/Office
    Be Involved in detailed planning on the ground of:

    Legal coverage for incoming HQ staff
    Number of new HQ IP Staff functions and timing of the relocation
    Governance and management structures
    Admin, IT, security, and protocol support needs
    Workspace and budget requirements
    Staff and family well-being needs – including schooling
    Where UNICEF is already present in the location, preparation of existing teams/staff for HQs teams/staff presence
    Staff Association coverage

    Support the development of a Welcome Package for staff
    Engagement in the planning process and facilitating the change management process
    Support the provision of operational services and liaise with respective KCO and ESARO teams as needed
    Support the coordination of the Onboarding Committee and welcome HQEI staff in Nairobi
    Act as the contact person for HQ staff and Divisions for questions/answers and extra demand by HQEI
    Update the welcome guide, keep an eye on the tracker, support staff information sessions, special needs requests, set up staff association, informal networks, etc.
    Provide regularly updated information about HQEI to relevant KCO and RO teams in Nairobi
    Support collecting the HQ Divisions’ needs for the design of the HQ office, in collaboration with ESARO and KCO
    Coordination HQ staff installation in the new offices
    Support KCO/ESARO review and write-up on common services needs and act as a backup where needed

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

    An Advanced University Degree in one of the following areas is required: Business management; Financial management; Accounting; Public Finance; and related operations function (Supply Chain, Human Resources, Information Technology, International Business, Project management, etc.) or a full professional accounting designation (CA, ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA, CPFA, Expert Comptable) from an internationally recognized institute/body of accountancy with valid membership in good standing is required
    A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible professional experience, at the national and/or international level, is required, specifically in implementing organizational initiatives in one or more operations management areas including budget; financial management and reporting; facilities management; administration; supply and logistics management; information and communication technology; human resources, risk management
    Experience in working with corporate ERPs (Enterprise Resource Planning) and familiarity with Microsoft Office applications is required
    Work experience in an emergency duty station is highly desirable. Prior experience in the development sector or UN system/ international NGOs would be an asset. Experience in supporting successful client-oriented work units is an asset
    Fluency in oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN language is an asset

    Deadline: 07 Jul 2023 E. Africa Standard Time

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  • Communication Specialist – Advocacy (P3), PG – Health (MNCAH) Health Specialist, NOC, Temporary Appointment International Consultancy – Digital Learning Specialist

    Communication Specialist – Advocacy (P3), PG – Health (MNCAH) Health Specialist, NOC, Temporary Appointment International Consultancy – Digital Learning Specialist

    For every child, health for all

    The Communications Specialist will be responsible for UNICEF’s DH&IS external communication and advocacy work.
    In coordination with the PG Health Partnership and Communication leads, the incumbent will be responsible for implementing and continuously updating the DH&IS’s communications and advocacy strategy. This includes increasing visibility and strategic positioning of UNICEF’s digital health and information system priorities and contributions within the global health discourse, ensuring UNICEF’s work is well documented and amplified to internal and external stakeholders, and supporting the transition of the DICE partnership out of COVID19 response activities. A wide range of communication assets and materials will be produced to support public advocacy and awareness raising and distributed via various communication platforms including traditional and social media.

    How can you make a difference?

    Communications and Advocacy

    Implement the PG Health DH&IS communications and advocacy strategy, supports UNICEF’s strategic goals and elevates the efforts of UNICEF and its key partners, including donors, to a wider audience.
    Support integration of DH&IS priorities and outputs within PG Health’s communications and advocacy strategy
    Engage with external partners, including WHO, GAVI, Global Fund, USAID and the World Bank, to align communications and advocacy strategies, and position UNICEF priorities within their communications efforts.
    Provide overall design support to create standardized templates for DH&IS presentations. Review and compile existing content, and create generic decks based on priorities identified at HQ and Regional Level.

    Content Creation

    Oversee the production of compelling high-quality policy advocacy and communications materials based on complex themes for print and digital platforms.
    Support UNICEF Regional and Country Teams, including building capacity and awareness of UNICEF’s Approach to Digital Health, to produce relevant content, including original audio, video, written and visual content.
    Support the production of advocacy and communications content by UNICEF partners; quality assure all content to maintain strong visual and editorial identity, and reputation.
    Operationalize a comprehensive media strategy including in the preparation of news articles, press releases, media pitches, and op-eds etc.

    Risk Management

    Provide risk and strategic guidance to the DH&IS team on potential issues that may emerge, especially those that may pose a reputational risk

    Communications Channels and Social Media Sites

    Manage DH&IS internal / external websites and social media channels, coordinating regular updates of content.
    Track outreach benchmarks and KPIs to measure content effectiveness and optimize digital communications content, campaigns, community features and function.
    Oversee the monitoring and analysis of social media and web content metrics and use this for course correction to ensure effective communication strategies, planning and advocacy.

    Events

    Lead the planning, set up and promotion of digital and in person events organised by DH&IS
    Partnerships and Resource Mobilization
    Develop compelling value propositions and proposals for DH&IS
    Develop and maintain strong relationships with key media partners.
    Identify and cultivate key influencers within and external to UNICEF to strengthen DH&IS’s outreach and visibility

    Internal Communications

    Support preparation and provide quality assurance, to UNICEF internal reports, presentations, concept notes, investment cases, proposals and donor reports.
    Oversee production of DH&IS Annual Report

    Management

    Develop 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.

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

    An advanced university degree (Master or higher) in communications, international development, public health, international affairs, or other relevant discipline or in the field of international development 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 five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in professional work experience at the national and international levels in strategic communications, managing digital advocacy and communications, developing campaigns and strategic plans, developing and managing partnerships in international development is required.
    Editorial experience overseeing and managing the production of written and visual/audio content in a relevant field, including digital social media.
    Experience as a strategist, planner and content creator with a proven track record of developing creative ideas and campaigns, including a focus on profile-raising.
    Extensive experience with digital platforms, including organizing and managing and developing online blogs, consultations, outreach, and social media, including Drupal, WordPress and other content management systems.
    Experience working in UNICEF Programme Countries. Multi-regional experience preferred.
    Experience developing Communications materials for Public Health, including Digital Health, Health Information Systems, and / or Health Systems Strengthening.
    Experience with the UN, including UNICEF.
    Fluency in English (written and verbal) is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, French or Spanish) is an asset.

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