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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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October 30, 2024
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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October 30, 2024
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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October 30, 2024
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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October 30, 2024
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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October 30, 2024
Primary Health Care Specialist (System Strengthening and Financing Systems), P-4, TA Regional Chief of Human Resources, P-5

For every child, efficient Health systems

Health systems strengthening is one of three overarching approaches of the UNICEF Health Strategy which link UNICEF’s actions to its dual goals of ending preventable maternal, newborn and child deaths and promoting the health and development of all children (the other two are addressing inequities in health outcomes and promoting integrated, multi‐ sectoral policies and programs). These approaches are necessary to increase focus and coherence across health programs and underpin all of UNICEF’s programming and engagement in the health sector. In this strategic context, stronger health systems are necessary to reach the most marginalized children and women, to sustain the progress achieved and to increase the resilience of both delivery systems and communities to absorb and recover from external shocks, including public health emergencies and outbreaks.
UNICEF’s HSS strategy targets national, sub-national and community levels of the health system with inter- related systems strengthening interventions: 1) national-level: support MoH to develop equity-focused health policies, strategies and plans, 2) district-level: improve management capacity for evidence-based planning and monitoring, 3) community-level: strengthen community platforms and ensure they are well integrated into sub-national health systems. In response to identified bottlenecks to the effective performance of health systems and in line with UNICEF’s areas of expertise, UNICEF also supports MoH to strengthen information systems; procurement and supply chains; social protection and welfare; engagement of the private sector, human resources for health, and quality of care at community and facility-levels.
Central to UNICEF’s HSS approach is contributing to the social protection system and plan for financing Universal Health Coverage (UHC) through primary health case (PHC) costing, development of investment cases, financial and fiscal space analysis and leveraging of resources (e.g., promoting insurance schemes focusing on the most vulnerable and prioritizing primary health care), budgeting and design of financing mechanisms to benefit children and women. Given the focus on a comprehensive and coordinated approach, linkages with social welfare services, early child development and adolescent engagement are also promoted.
Under the supervision of the UNICEF ESARO HSS Specialist, and in close collaboration with System Strengthening Specialists in Health, HIV, Nutrition and Supply, Social Policy and other relevant sections, and the Sr Immun. Specialist (Health Economics) outposted from HQ, the incumbent will support countries in ESA region of UNICEF in direct guidance and technical oversight on Health Financing (including Primary Health Care costing) and other areas of Primary Health Care System Strengthening Technical Assistance to UNICEF Country Offices in the ESA region. The incumbent will through regional level Health Harmonization for Africa (HHA) HSS partners, including WHO, align and coordinate on technical assistance to countries in follow up actions from the Regional HSS Health Finance Forum in 2023 and to document and disseminate lessons learned from health financing reforms and related advocacy efforts. The incumbent will also work closely with our colleagues in UNICEF WCARO and other regions working on similar PHC strengthening efforts, to align and produce regional level toolkits and public goods.

How can you make a difference?

Coordinate and provide technical support to COs for Health Financing

Oversee regional office technical support to UNICEF Country Offices (COs) for the costing of their PHC packages and advocacy to increase domestic funding for PHC
Support UNICEF COs to prepare, present and summarize PHC financing findings for advocacy and use at country, regional and global levels.
Support technically UNICEF COs in the region to develop the relevant economic analyses aligning with their national context, including focus on equity and decentralized financial flows and absorption
Provide technical guidance on Public Financial Management for Health
Follow up and provide support to countries in operationalizing action plans that emerged from the Regional Health Finance Forum 2023 for improvement in policies or reforms for increased PHC Financing
Develop materials and guidance documents for economic analyses for health
Develop package of guidance, tools, terms of reference for defining and estimating the costs of PHC packages, measuring PHC progress and financing, ensuring alignment with UNICEF and WHO joint global guidance and comparability across countries/regions
Contribute to cross-country analyses of findings in support of global-level comparisons and documentation of promising practices, including around sustainability of financing for digital health
Develop generic materials and methodologies to support health financing-related requests from COs (including UHC, investment cases, community health, health insurance, costing, etc.)
Maintain roster of Health Economists that can provide in country technical assistance, throughout the region
Disseminate the latest scientific knowledge and country experiences in developing, implementing, and advancing health financing policy for PHC.
Develop content and organize capacity building webinars and course material targeted to different audiences within UNICEF (senior management, chiefs, health specialists)

Strengthen health financing partnerships at regional level

Engage actively with existing mechanisms (such as HHA), regional level UN entities, public and private sector partners, to advance health financing best practices
Advocate, during strategic discussions with Ministries of Finance and Health and other key decision makers and stakeholders, including UNICEF COs, to influence agenda setting in favor of health and wellbeing of children, women and young people
Collaborate with WHO, BMGF, World Bank/GFF, USAID and other UN agencies and implementing partners to support country-level technical assistance on public financing: costing, financial and fiscal space analysis, budgeting and design of financing mechanisms to benefit children and women.
Collaborate with systems strengthening experts in Health, HIV, Supply, Nutrition, ECD and other sections to ensure an optimal integration and alignment of the PHC Health Finance work with other ongoing initiatives.

Contribute to health systems’ strengthening agenda within UNICEF Regional Office

Provide technical assistance to countries in the region on PHC integration of services and delivery, including Kenya (BMFG Joint Investment Mechanism Grant). Oversee grant reporting, budgeting, and provide technical oversight from regional office.
Participate in regular weekly HSS meetings, Health section quarterly reviews, and region wide activities (e.g. country office annual reviews and regional office planning).
Represent UNICEF ESARO in Health Harmonization for Africa (HHA) HSS partnership meetings and technical working group disucssions.
Collaborate with systems strengthening experts in Health, HIV, Supply, Nutrition, ECD and other sections to ensure an optimal integration and alignment of the PHC and PHC Health Finance work with other ongoing initiatives.
Perform other relevant HSS interventions in coordination with the supervisor

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

An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in health economics or public health with a focus on health economics or health financing, or an advanced degree in economics or financing with a focus on Health Systems Strengthening and/or another related field is required.
A good knowledge of theoretical and practical modeling is required
Prior experience developing costing /using costing tools (OneHealth Tool, CHPCT, EQUIST)
A minimum of 8 (eight) years of experience at the national and international levels in a relevant discipline, such as international public health or global development is required.
Prior experience working with UNICEF country offices in Africa is required particularly in areas of economic analysis
Preference will be given to candidates who have:
Knowledge and experience of health economic analysis, especially cost analysis
Knowledge of and experience with Public Financial Management in Health
Knowledge of analyses of global health financing issues and trends
Strong communication and relationship building skills in both the national community (e.g. local universities, national research institutions) and the global health community, particularly among donors, multilateral partners, and implementers
Experience with Health Systems Strengthening applications and programs
Experience in strengthening public health financing and governance
Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergencies is considered an asset.
Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

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October 30, 2024
Health Officer

Key function, accountabilities, and related duties/tasks

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

Support to programme development and planning
Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results
Technical and operational support to programme implementation
Networking and partnership building
Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

Support to programme development and planning

Conduct and update the situation analysis for the development, design and management of health-related programmes. Research and report on development trends (e.g. political social, economic, health) for higher management use to enhance programme management, efficiency and delivery of results.
Contribute to the development and establishment of sectoral programme goals, objectives, strategies, and results-based planning through analysis of health needs and areas for intervention and submission of recommendations for priority and goal setting.
Provide technical and operational support throughout all stages of programming processes by executing and administering a variety of technical programme transactions, preparing materials and documentations, and complying with organizational processes and management systems, to support programme planning, results-based planning (RBM), and monitoring and evaluation of results.
Prepare required documentations and materials to facilitate the programme review and approval process.

Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results

Work closely and collaboratively with colleagues and partners to discuss operational and implementation issues, provide solutions, recommendations, and/or to alert appropriate officials and stakeholders for higher-level intervention and decisions. Keep record of reports and assessments for easy reference and to capture and institutionalize lessons learned.
Participate in monitoring and evaluation exercises, programme reviews and annual sectoral reviews with government and other counterparts to assess programmes and to report on required action/interventions at the higher level of programme management.
Monitor and report on the use of sectoral programme resources (financial, administrative and other assets), and verify compliance with approved allocation and goals, organizational rules, regulations, procedures, as well as donor commitments, standards of accountability, and integrity. Report on issues identified to ensure timely resolution by management and stakeholders. Follow up on unresolved issues to ensure resolution.
Prepare regular and mandated sectoral programme/project reports for management, donors and partners to keep them informed of programme progress.

Technical and operational support to programme implementation

Conduct regular programme field visits and surveys, and share information with partners and stakeholders to assess progress and provide technical support and/or refer to relevant officials for resolution. Report on critical issues, bottlenecks and potential problems for timely action to achieve results.
Provide technical and operational support to government counterparts, NGO partners, UN system partners, and other country office partners/donors on the application and understanding of UNICEF policies, strategies, processes, and best practices on health-related issues to support programme implementation, operations and delivery of results.

Networking and partnership building

Build and sustain effective close working partnerships with health sector government counterparts and national stakeholders through active sharing of information and knowledge to enhance programme implementation and build capacity of stakeholders to deliver concrete and sustainable results.
Draft communication and information materials for CO programme advocacy to promote awareness, establish partnerships/alliances, and support fund raising for health programmes.
Participate in appropriate inter-agency (UNCT) on health programmes to collaborate with inter-agency partners/colleagues on UNDAF operational planning and preparation of health programmes/projects, and to integrate and harmonize UNICEF’s position and strategies with the UNDAF development and planning process.
Research information on potential donors and prepare resource mobilization materials and briefs for fund raising and partnership development purposes.

Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

Identify, capture, synthesize, and share lessons learned for knowledge development and to build the capacity of stakeholders.
Apply innovative approaches and promote good practices to support the implementation and delivery of concrete and sustainable programme results.
Assist with oversight of research and ensure results are available for use in knowledge products.
Participate as a resource person in capacity building initiatives to enhance the competencies of clients and stakeholders.

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

A university degree in one of the following fields is required: public health/nutrition, pediatric health, family health, health research, global/international health, health policy and/or management, environmental health sciences, biostatistics, health education, epidemiology, or another relevant technical field.
A minimum of two years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas is required: public health/nutrition planning and management, health policy, maternal and neonatal health care, or health emergency/humanitarian preparedness, Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset.
Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.
Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

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October 30, 2024
Executive Manager, P-4

For every child, opportunity.

The Executive Manager plays a pivotal role in assisting the Regional Director to develop and coordinate strategic direction matters, as they pertain to all aspects of UNICEF’s work. S/he performs an essential liaison function between senior figures and maintains effective linkages with other relevant functional units both in UNICEF and externally. As a core member of the team s/he works in full coordination with the team and may have supervisory responsibility of other professional and GS staff.

How can you make a difference?

Support the Regional Director and the office management in setting and perusing key strategic objectives.
Support the management in prioritizing work in line with these objectives and in communicating strategic priorities to the office’s internal and external counterparts at all levels.
Analytically review information received by the Regional Director and the management and identify priority matters that need to be urgently addressed, advising on action as appropriate.
Manage the flow of information to the Regional Director and ensure that appropriate action is taken by responsible section/division/office heads on matters brought to the attention of the Regional Director.
Draft sensitive and important correspondence on a variety of matters on behalf of the Regional Director.
Assist with the crafting of guidance documents, policy statements and speeches for delivery by the Regional Director, and initiate, edit, and finalize drafts prepared by other units. Effectively liaise with communications focal points to ensure preps and coverage for social media and other engagements.
Coordinate activities related to policy formulation, preparing background and position papers for the Regional Director’s consideration in cooperation with relevant offices and sections.
Coordinate and participate in meetings and special events involving the Regional Director with senior staff and external visitors. Prepare summary conclusions on such meetings, as requested. Ensure follow-up actions are monitored and brought to the attention of the Regional Director.
Assist in planning and managing the Regional Director’s missions and meetings, accompanying the Regional Director when required, ensuring the maximum effectiveness of the mission and ensuring that all necessary follow-up action is taken.
Keep the Regional Director aware of political and operational developments by liaising with key focal points in the field and keep the Regional Director updated on policy issues related directly to UNICEF or to humanitarian issues under the broader UN system.
Assist the Regional Director and office senior management in the preparation of strategic documents for high-level meetings involving the Executive Director, Deputy Executive Directors, Regional Directors, Representatives and other key senior figures within and outside the organisation and escalate urgent and important issues as required.
Oversee and ensure the timely flow of information within the office, and with the region, Headquarters, and others as required, in close consultation with RD and Deputy Regional Directors (DRDs).
For staff under their supervision, establish clear individual performance objectives, goals and timelines; and provide timely guidance to enable the team to perform their duties responsibly and efficiently.
Monitor work progress and ensure results are achieved according to schedule and performance standards.
Follow-up on policies and instructions presented by the Regional Director.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have

An advanced university degree is required in International Relations, Political Science, Public Administration, or another relevant technical field.
A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree.
A minimum of eight years of relevant professional work experience in external relations, public affairs or international development cooperation, preferably within the UN, or in a government institution, NGO.
Prior experience of working in coordination, planning, or in an executive office will be an asset.
Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.
Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

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October 29, 2024
Senior Adviser Child Protection – Planning and Management (P-5), FT, PG – Child Protection Education Officer (Learning and Skills Development)

Purpose for the job:

The Senior Adviser, Child Protection is responsible for the delivery of timely and high quality corporate planning and reporting submissions for the section. He/she supports UNICEF systems for the allocation, timely implementation, monitoring, consolidation and reporting of results of annual CP investments, with particular emphasis on global thematic funding by HQ, RO and COs against child protection priorities. He/she is responsible for leading the Planning and Evidence Building unit which encompasses planning and reporting, monitoring and evaluation, knowledge management and capacity building. In the above mentioned tasks he/she works closely with all units within the Child Protection Programme Team in Headquarters and other Divisions as well as the Child Protection Regional Advisers on strategic focus, priorities and innovations.

Key functions, accountabilities and related duties/tasks:
Summary of results-based key functions/accountabilities:

Strategy development and capacity building. Advises on strategic focus, positioning, priorities, innovations and results for the section in accord with the 2022-2025 Strategic Plan, including programmatic, financial and human resource related elements
Supports the development of global position/statements based on analysis of evidence and information (including financial data) for global advocacy on child protection
Works closely with Child Protection Regional Advisers, Headquarter-based Senior Advisers, and relevant divisions on strategy development for systematic tracking, monitoring and reporting on results to strengthen situation/incidence and programme monitoring and evaluation (M&E)
Supervises and/or develops effective analytical reports, case studies, policy documents and other relevant documentation to build evidence base for advocacy, policy development and effective child protection programmes
Strengthens partnerships with other organisations for effective and expanded child protection M&E within the sector
Leads on human resource capacity building for the sector
Co-ordinates the evidence agenda (data, research and evaluation) for Child Protection

Management and Leadership

Leads the Planning and Evidence Building unit (PEB) in the Child Protection section
Oversees the advancement of digital innovations in the CP sector, particularly related to Information Management Systems for Child Protection, especially with the continued scale up of Primero
Aligns the strategies and activities in PEB (encompassing planning and reporting, monitoring and evaluation, knowledge management, budgeting and finance and capacity building functions) with the overall section workplan, contributes to the overall achievement of the Goal Area 3 of the Strategic Plan and support regional and field priorities
As needed, undertakes and/or supervises missions to provide technical support to Regional Offices, Country Offices and partners in planning and M&E
Support the Director with section management, particularly vis-à-vis operations issues
Organises statutory meetings as required (e.g. monthly Extended Child Protection Leadership Team meetings, weekly section meetings)

Section Planning and Sector Reporting

Coordinates the development of and reporting on the Child Protection section annual workplan, Office Management Plan (OMP) and associated budgets, in consultation with the CPPT Unit Leads and relevant interdivisional teams
Coordinates inputs to planning and management related interdivisional submissions and reports to management
Leads production of the Global Annual Results Report for Child Protection and relevant inputs for other global corporate reports (Executive Director’s Annual Report, Gender Action Plan Report and the Programme group’s annual reporting in RAM) as well as inputs for global reports e.g. Rights of the Child
Support the effective operation and management of the section and its units through regular contributions and participation in internal management meetings

Communication, Advocacy and Knowledge Management

Supports the overall work of the Child Protection section through the provision of high quality briefings, presentations and reports, representing UNICEF at relevant internal and external meetings, providing technical input into the work of others and making sure priority messages on child protection are effectively and consistently communicated
Manages the advocacy agenda for the section and the sector, including supporting on the development of annual advocacy plans, production of advocacy briefs and events
Lead on external communications, including website management and social media
Drive the Knowledge Management agenda for the section and the sector, including the information flow of international communication within the section as well as the extended team and Regional and Country offices to maximize impact and efficiency.

Impact of Results

Impacts upon the overall effectiveness, efficiency and credibility of the Child Protection section to manage resources and deliver results. Impacts upon the ability of UNICEF to technically support Child Protection staff with M&E, knowledge management and capacity building
The impact of the recommendations will affect the effectiveness of global, regional and country programmes in addressing the priority areas of child protection, as well as related global-level partnerships
Poor planning, reporting and financial management on behalf of UNICEF could result in a reduction of support to UNICEF Child Protection programmes. Incorrect application of the rules following incorrect advice could lead to disciplinary action. Poor leadership and supervision of the Planning and Evidence Building unit could lead to staff attrition and low morale. Inappropriate direction for knowledge management and capacity building could lead to a waste of resources and inappropriate advice being given to colleagues and partners

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

Advanced university degree (Masters or higher) in the area of social sciences or other related field, preferably with some specialized training in development studies, monitoring and evaluation, or public administration is required.
A minimum of ten (10) years of solid and responsible experience at national and international levels in strategic planning and programme formulation, design, management, monitoring and evaluation, research, with particular interest in issues relating to child protection is required.
Familiarity with Child Protection programming is an asset
Proven ability to work effectively in an advisory, supervisory and management capacity is desired.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
Familiarity with other international organisations is an asset
Experience working in the UN, and other international development organizations is an asset.
Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) is an asset.

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International Consultancy – Mapping of communication and Visibility Materials on Violence Against Children( VAC) and Women and Harmful Practices in Eastern and Southern Africa Region

Scope of Work
Goal and Objective: Under the supervision of the Child Protection specialist the consultant will carry out a mapping exercise

The main objective for the assignment is to conduct a mapping of the existing violence against children and harmful practices (child marriage and Female Genital Mutilation) communication and visibility materials. Conduct a secondary data analysis of the type of communication materials have reached the intended their intended audiences, key communication assets have been re-disseminated in the digital space creating a multiple effect, key messages/campaign tags are recalled by audiences are effective, outline the gaps and draft a roadmap with clear areas that need to be improved. The road map will be used to develop a Communication and visibility strategy for the ESA Region. The purpose is to define the scope of work and requirements for conducting a mapping of communication and visibility materials on violence against children and women, child marriage, and female genital mutilation (FGM) in East and Southern Africa.

The objectives of this assignment are to:

Identify existing communication and visibility materials on violence against children and women, child marriage, and FGM in East and Southern Africa (with a focus on the BNLES+ C countries) and beyond (especially is there are notable campaigns with strongly documented evaluation and successes).
Assess the tactics and tools used for the roll out of the communication materials including quality and relevance of the materials in relation to the cultural and linguistic context of the region.
Conduct an analysis of partner / NGO campaigns
Assess the typology of champions mobilized for communication outreach and in case evaluations are available by organizations/agencies the content creators, assess their effectiveness in terms of engagement produced and conversations generated.
Identify gaps and opportunities for the development of new communication materials focusing on de-normalizing violence, promote reporting and galvanize support of regional and in-country champions that can better address the communication and visibility needs related to the targeted issues.
Identify missed opportunities in terms of influencers not championed to date with the aim of providing recommendation for future regional and in-country communication and visibility strategies.

Activities and Tasks:

Conduct a thorough review of existing communication and visibility materials related to violence against children and women, child marriage, and FGM in East and Southern Africa.
Develop a matrix to capture the key features of the identified materials, including their quality, relevance, and target audience.
Analyze the gaps and opportunities for the development of new communication and visibility materials that are culturally and linguistically appropriate to the region.
Provide recommendations for the development of new advocacy and behavior change campaigns including the most appropriate format and channels for dissemination.
Work relationships: Under the supervision of the child protection specialist, the consultant will be expected to engage with the country offices, Regional CSO partners and other Regional Office sections (such as Health, Education and Social Protection etc) for consultation purposes to inform the mapping exercise and report generation.

Desired competencies, technical background, and experience:
Academic qualifications:

Advanced University degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Management or equivalent professional work experience in the communication area, combined with a university degree in a related field

Experience:

Over and above 8 years of relevant international and regional experience in planning, monitoring, evaluation and child protection.
Strong data analysis skills and experience in strengthening child protection communication and visibility in development and humanitarian settings.
Proven ability to effectively manage relationships with media representatives and write clear and concise communication materials.
Experience in working in East and Southern Africa is a strong advantage.
Experience in coordination and management of multiple partners.
Previous work experience with the UN and other development organizations is an advantage.

Language Requirements:

Required language: English
French and Portuguese will be an asset

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October 29, 2024