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  • Child Protection Specialist (Violence Against Children), (P-4), Nairobi, Kenya #86061

    Child Protection Specialist (Violence Against Children), (P-4), Nairobi, Kenya #86061

    Job description
    Under the general guidance and supervision of the Regional Adviser, Child Protection, the incumbent supports the development and preparation of the Child Protection programme(s) and is responsible for the management, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and evaluation of the child protection programmes/projects within the country programme. The Specialist provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes. H/She facilitates the administration and achievement of concrete and sustainable contributions to national and international efforts to create a protective environment for children against all harm, and to protect their rights to survival, development and well being as established under the Convention on the Rights of the Child, international treaties/frameworks and UN intergovernmental bodies. The Specialist contributes to the achievement of results according to plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM), and UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework.
    UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.
    Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.
    And we never give up.
    For every child, protection
    How can you make a difference?
    Under the general guidance and supervision of the Regional Adviser, Child Protection, the incumbent supports the development and preparation of the Child Protection programme(s) and is responsible for the management, implementation, monitoring, reporting, and evaluation of the child protection programmes/projects within the country programme. The Specialist provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes. H/She facilitates the administration and achievement of concrete and sustainable contributions to national and international efforts to create a protective environment for children against all harm, and to protect their rights to survival, development and well being as established under the Convention on the Rights of the Child, international treaties/frameworks and UN intergovernmental bodies.
    The Specialist contributes to the achievement of results according to plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM), and UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework.
    Summary Of Key Functions/Accountabilies

    Timely sectoral analysis, input, support and collaboration to the Situation Analysis (violence against children, child marriage and FGM/C) and its periodic update made for effective programme planning, development and management.UNICEF’s global goals in addressing violence against children effectively promoted through advocacy and policy dialogue with the sectors responsible for Child Protection.
    Knowledge management effectively promoted through drafting/finalizing key Child Protection sectoral programme documents and reports, sharing good practice, lessons learned, and knowledge/information exchange.
    Quality of rights-based Child Protection programmes effectively promoted. Coherence, synergy and value added to programme management process through results-based management.
    Sectoral work plan and activities formulated, implemented and monitored, ensuring alignment with the defined programme strategies and approaches.
    Programme delivery, evaluation and reporting carried out efficiently, rigorously and transparently in compliance with the established guidelines and procedures.
    Proper and timely UNICEF and Government accountability ensured regarding supply and non-supply assistance as well as disbursement of programme funds for the Child Protection sector.
    Effective communication and networking achieved through partnership and collaboration within the framework of the Joint Programme with UNFPA on Child Marriage and FGM/C.

    ACCOUNTABILITIES, DUTIES & TASKS
    Within the delegated authority and under the given organizational set-up, the incumbent may be assigned the primarily, shared, or contributory accountabilities for all or part of the following areas of major duties and key end-results.

    Programme Planning, Development and Management.

    Enhance effective sectoral or inter-sectoral planning, development and management by leading, guiding, coordinating and supporting the timely completion of the Situational Analysis (violence against children, child marriage and FGM/C) and its periodic update through accurate and complete monitoring and analysis, and the timely preparation or finalization of sectoral input. Provide substantive advice, recommendations and input in the formulation of country programme documents and plans of actions relating to Child Protection programme.
    Takes primary responsibility for the development of the sectoral work plan and technical decisions as well as for programme management, implementation and monitoring of assigned sectoral activity, in compliance with the defined programme strategies and approaches.
    Promotion of UNICEF’s Global Goals
    Promote the organization goals of UNICEF through advocacy and policy dialogue through active engagement in communication, networking within the framework of Joint Programme on FGM/C and Child Marriage and participation at every opportunity inside and outside UNICEF, leveraging the strength of UNICEF mission, goals and programmes.

    Knowledge Management.

    Promote knowledge management by exchange of knowledge, information, situation analysis, experience or lessons learned; promote knowledge sharing and technical input or recommendations on major programme directions and on introduction of new initiatives in the country.

    Rights-Based and Results-Based Approach.

    Promote the quality of rights-based Child Protection [programmes through participation in the formulation of programme goals, strategies and approaches. Bring coherence, synergy and added value to sectoral or inter-sectoral management processes using a results-based management approach to planning and design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
    Sectoral Work Plan Development, Implementation, and Monitoring.
    Takes primary responsibility for the development of the sectoral work plan and technical decisions as well as for programme management, implementation and monitoring of assigned project/sectoral activity, in compliance with the defined programme strategies and approaches.

    Programme Delivery, Evaluation and Reporting.

    Ensure programme, sectoral or inter-sectoral, efficiency and delivery through a rigorous and transparent approach to evaluation.
    Participation in major evaluation exercises, programme reviews and annual sector review meetings with government counterparts. Ensure the preparation of annual Child Protection sector status reports.
    UNICEF and Government Accountability .
    Coordinates with Operations and Supply staff on supply and non-supply assistance activities ensuring proper and timely UNICEF and
    Government accountability. Certifies disbursements of funds, monitors and submits financial status reports to management in compliance with the regulations and guidelines.

    Communication, Collaboration, Networking and Partnership.

    Ensure exchange of information, experience, identify new strategies and courses of action to accelerate/improve delivery of services and achieve Child Protection programme requirements and objectives. Conduct field visits to monitor programmes and collect information.
    Conduct periodic programme reviews with Government counterparts and other partners.
    Collaborate with Communication and Programme Communication groups to ensure development of effective communication materials and strategies to support advocacy and social mobilization efforts.
    Overall coordination with Regional Advisers and HQ Officers. Collaborate with other Programme/Project Officers to ensure the integration of the sectoral programme with other sectors.
    Collaborate with the Operations and Supply Sections and Government authorities to establish and maintain sound internal controls supportive of Child Protection programme planning and implementation, to coordinate financial and supply management requirements as well as to ensure accountability.
    Interact with Government and other partners, NGOs, UN and bilateral agencies in the different stages of programme/project implementation to follow up on agreements and recommendations. Provide technical support and guidance on appropriate technical, financial and institutional capacity building measures to achieve Child Protection programme goals.

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

    An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: international development, human rights, psychology, sociology, international law, or another relevant social science field.
    A minimum Eight years (8) of professional work experience at national and international levels in child protection, including international work experience for IP or field work experience for NO.
    Background/familiarity with Emergency. Experience working in a developing country is considered as an asset.Relevant experience in programme development in child protection related areas in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset. Experience in both development and humanitarian contexts is considered as an added advantage.
    Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

    For every Child, you demonstrate…
    UNICEF’s core values: Commitment, Diversity and Integrity
    Core competencies: Communication (II), Working with People (II) and Drive for Results (II).
    The Technical Competencies Required For This Post Are….
    Leading and supervising (I)Formulating strategies and concepts (II)Analyzing (III)Relating and networking (II)Deciding and Initiating action (II)Applying technical expertise (III)
    View our competency framework at
    http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf
    UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
    Remarks
    Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.
    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

  • Polio Outbreak Communication Specialist Consultancy

    Polio Outbreak Communication Specialist Consultancy

    Background and Justification
    Introduction:
    The Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) seeks to ensure that future generations of children will be free from the threat of polio virus infection and paralysis. Achieving this goal depends on interrupting poliovirus transmission in the remaining endemic countries and on ensuring rapid and effective responses to poliovirus outbreaks occurring in polio-free countries.
    On 6 April 2018, the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) laboratory notified the MoH of a poliovirus in the sewage in Kamukunji sub-county, in Nairobi. This poliovirus was detected in an environmental sample collected on 21 March 2018 as part of routine surveillance activities by MoH. The positive environmental sewage sample indicates circulation of the poliovirus in the community. Kenya has been free of any wild poliovirus (WPV) circulation since 2014. However, Kenya and the Horn of Africa Region continues to be at higher risk of polio due to low immunization coverage magnified with population movement. Three round of mOPV2 vaccination campaign (round 0 in Nairobi county and round 1 and 2 in twelve counties including Nairobi) are taking place in Kenya between May and August to help boost child immunity against polio and control this outbreak.
    Scope of Work
    The Polio Outbreak Communication Specialist (SSA) will support the polio communication efforts of the Kenya Country Office during the response to this current poliovirus outbreak, working under the supervision of the Chief Communication, Advocacy and Partnerships and in collaboration with the communication teams of WHO and the Ministry of Health.
    The communication officer’s support to the team at the country office will ensure that the response is:

    Aligned with the government/Ministry of Health (MOH) plans and strategies, and
    Aligned with the latest outbreak response SOPs.

    Activities and Tasks: General:
    Assess communication needs and existing capacity at the country level. Support reporting requirements on progress and achievements. Contribute to the adaptation and implementation of the communication plan to underpin the technical response, in collaboration with the partners. Provide technical input to the overall C4D and Communication response strategy Provide support to strengthen the existing communication teams by emphasizing team building and collaboration as daily routine with national/international partners. Conduct a media landscape analysis. Support the outbreak response team to prepare and effectively implement an external communications strategy, including the engagement with political, religious, and community leaders and other stakeholders. Develop polio-related media and external communication packages including fact sheets, media packages for journalists…etc. and update talking points and FAQs, as needed (e.g., with changing epidemiology and ahead of vaccination rounds). Will work closely with Identified media focal persons and spokespersons from the government, WHO, and UNICEF. Work with partners and government counterparts to conduct a press brief/media release, if appropriate, and update donors and partners on work progress. Support weekly/as needed calls with WHO polio communications counterparts in country offices, regional offices, and HQ.
    Work relationships: The consultant will report to the Chief of Communication, Advocacy and Partnerships, but will work closely with the programme colleagues especially the C4D and Health teams as well as partners in the field.
    Outputs/Deliverables:
    Receive and review all media releases/news feeds related to the outbreak and share with focal points.
    Provide comprehensive documentation of the outbreak response activities and rounds especially as relevant to writing human interest stories and sharing regularly within UNICEF and with concerned partners. Support MOH Communication subcommittee as required Support the campaigns launch events by ensuring maximum coverage and media attraction to the events. Regularly monitor media articles published on health in general and polio or vaccination rounds in specific and flag any anti vaccination sentiment in a timely fashion Support the regular feeding of the social media activities with relevant field reports of UNICEF and partners’ response activities
    Other:
    Undertake other assignments and responsibilities as requested by Chief of Section to support the successful response to the outbreak.
    Payment Schedule

    Above deliverables will be monitored on an ongoing basis throughout the duration of the contract.
    Payment will be done monthly upon satisfactory completion of deliverables duly authorized by the Supervisor of contract. The Consultant is entitled to DSA while on travel outside his/her duty station at the UN approved rates.

    Required qualifications, desired competencies, technical background and experience
    (Consult with HR on this prior to signing off on the TOR)
    Education:

    Advanced University degree in Public Health, Communications, Journalism or equivalent/relevant professional experience combined with a university degree in a related field.
    Experience in developing compelling human-interest angles to child health issues.
    Specialist skills/Training: Proven experience in increasing awareness on public health issues.

    Solid media contacts and the knowledge of current theories and practices in communication research, and the role of mass media in health communication. Experience in writing health articles and produce such content for various UNICEF platforms and other target channels, as needed. Proven experience in professional writing to assist in shaping key messages to increase awareness on child health issues Experience in the field of Polio will be an added advantage Previous work experience with UNICEF or other UN agencies / Development Organisations is an advantage
    Years of experience: A minimum of eight years’ relevant professional work experience in the media; print, broadcast media or interactive digital media.
    Competencies: A high level of organizational and coordination skills
    An excellent command of the English language – both written and oral Ability to produce quality work within stipulated deadlines Highly developed communication skills Motivated and has the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment Interest in social and electronic media, networking and developing communications
    Administrative issues
    The consultancy would be paid based on a monthly payment. However, if travel to other locations will need to be undertaken, normal DSA rates would be paid. The consultant is based in Nairobi, office space will be provided. The consultant would need to use his/her laptop during the assignment. The consultant would have access to official transport for work related travel. Under the consultancy agreements, a month is defined as 21 working days, and fees are prorated accordingly. Consultants are not paid for weekends or public holidays. Travel / Flight costs would be covered by UNICEF Consultants are not entitled to payment of overtime. All remuneration must be within the contract agreement. No contract may commence unless the contract is signed by both UNICEF and the consultant or Contractor No consultant may travel without a signed travel authorization prior to the commencement of the journey to the duty station. Unless authorized, UNICEF will buy the tickets of the consultant. In exceptional cases, the consultant may be authorized to buy their travel tickets and shall be reimbursed at the most economical and direct route, but this must be agreed to beforehand. Notes: Consultants will not have supervisory responsibilities or authority on UNICEF budget.
    Exit and penalty provision
    UNICEF may agree to reschedule deadlines if unforeseen circumstances arise. In the event that such rescheduling has not been agreed in advance by exchange of letters, and submission of scheduled drafts should not occur within the deadlines indicated within these ToR and the implementation framework, a fine of two percent of the total value of the contract may be deducted. In the event UNICEF are unhappy with the work produced by the organization, they may opt to terminate the contract or mutually agreeable terms. Likewise, if the organization is unhappy with new conditions given by its client it may opt to withdraw on mutually agreeable terms.
    Conditions
    Under the consultancy agreements, a month is defined as 21 working days. Consultants are not paid for weekends or public holidays. Travel locations cannot be determined at this time. Therefore UNICEF will cater for any travel expenses for the consultant No contract may commence unless the contract is signed by both UNICEF and the consultant or Contractor. Consultants will not have supervisory responsibilities or authority on UNICEF budget.
    *The TOR must state that “As per UNICEF DFAM policy, payment is made against approved deliverables. No advance payment is allowed unless in exceptional circumstances against bank guarantee, subject to a maximum of 30 per cent of the total contract value in cases where advance purchases, for example for supplies or travel, may be necessary”.
    *The TOR must mention that “the candidate selected will be governed by and subject to UNICEF’s General Terms and Conditions for individual contracts.”

  • Consultant, Early Learning and Early Childhood Education

    Consultant, Early Learning and Early Childhood Education

    Work Relationship
    The consultant will work primarily with UNICEF CO ECD focal points. She/he is expected to work and liaise closely with the ESARO Education Team. The consultant will also be expected to liaise, from time-to-time, with: i) other ESARO sections relevant for ECD including health, nutrition, protection and WASH; ii) ESARO Senior Management; iii) UNICEF HQ ECD and Education teams and; iii) other relevant partners including the African ECD Network (AfECN).
    Outputs and Deliverables
    The consultant is expected to produce the outputs and deliverables listed in the table below:
    Activity
    Deliverables
    Duration
    (Estimated # of days or months)
    Deadline
     

    Prepare a rapid assessment of the status of CO support for early learning and ECE scale-up across ESAR. The assessment should include analysis on: i) the context and operating environment for COs which should look at policy, financing, government commitment, capacity and programming; ii) UNICEF’s programmes in this area and capacity to deliver results at scale; iii) existing and emerging actors and partners and; iv) major challenges and opportunities.

     
    1.1 Assessment report on the status of UNICEF CO support to early learning and ECE scale-up
    1.5 month
    29/10/2018
     

    Develop an action plan, based on the above analysis, that should focus on how to support ESAR COs on technical areas such as costing, financing, assessment, curriculum development, teacher training and parental engagement. UNICEF’s pre-primary education conceptual framework should be used as a resource to support the development of this plan which should have an ultimate focus on supporting COs as they support education systems strengthening in countries.

     
    2.1 Action plan for ESARO support to UNICEF COs on early learning and ECE scale-up
    1 month
    30/11/2018
     

    Support ESARO’s efforts to establish partnership mechanisms and approaches at the regional level to advance early learning and ECE. This will include providing support to the AU as it develops its ECCE cluster.

     
    3.1 Analysis report on regional initiatives supporting early learning and ECE in ESAR including: i) AU’s ECCE cluster and; ii) the African Early Childhood Development Network’s contribution to this agenda
    0.5 month
    14/12/2018
     

    Develop and maintain a database that keeps track of support given to COs in this area.

     
    4.1 Database developed
    0.5 month
    14/10/2018
    4.2 Ten monthly updates
    1 month
    End of month Oct 2018 – July 2019 inclusive
     

    Support COs, including in-country, to enhance programme quality.

     
    5.1 Six country visits[1] & six follow-up reports including recommendations to UNICEF COs on how to strengthen programming on early learning and ECE
    2 months
    14/08/19
     

    Provide day-to-day practical support to ESAR COs on early learning and ECE.

     
    6.1 Ten monthly updates including reporting on support given to UNICEF COs
    3 months
    End of month Oct 2018 – July 2019 inclusive
     

    Support COs to strengthen capacity for delivery of early learning and ECE in emergency contexts.

     
    7.1 Ten monthly updates updates including reporting on support given to UNICEF COs on ECE in emergencies
    0.5 month
    End of month Oct 2018 – July 2019 inclusive
    7.2 Two trip reports
    (included in 5.1)
    14/08/2019
     

    Draw from existing good practice and support ESARO’s efforts to provide guidelines, training and knowledge sharing opportunities to COs on early learning and ECE.

     
    8.1 Report on ESAR Education Network meeting including follow-up actions
    0.2 month
    19/11/2018
    8.2 Notes on three ESAR ECD focal point webinars
    0.5 month
    14/12/2018
    14/04/2019
    14/08/2019
    8.3 Guidance note on early learning, ECE and pre-primary scale up
    0.5 month
    14/03/2019
     

    Document lessons learnt in supporting COs with scale-up

     
    9.1 Final report
    0.3 month
    19/08/2019
    Timeframes may be adjusted and negotiated especially with specific regards to deliverables 5.1 and 8.2 given that these depend on the timeframe and calendars of other parties including COs.
    Payment Schedule
    Payment will be made upon satisfactory completion of deliverables as follows:
    Deliverable
    Due Date
    Payment amount
    Assessment report on the status of early learning and ECE in UNICEF ESAR COs
    29/10/2018
    10%
    Action plan for ESARO support to UNICEF COs on early learning and ECE scale-up
    30/11/2018
    10%
    Analysis report on regional initiatives supporting early learning and ECE in ESAR
    14/12/2018
    5%
    Two country reports including recommendations to UNICEF COs on how to strengthen programming on early learning and ECE
    29/12/2018
    20%
    Guidance note on early learning and ECE
    13/03/2019
    20%
    Final report documenting lessons learnt in supporting COs with scale-up
    19/08/2019
    10%
    Desired qualification, competencies, technical background and experience
    Required
     

    An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: education, public administration, public health, nutrition, economics, psychology, sociology, human development, child development, family studies or another relevant technical field.
    A senior consultant with a minimum of eight years relevant professional work experience at national and international levels in the social development field, and specifically in early learning and ECE.
    Experience in and knowledge of the early learning and ECE in East and Southern Africa.
    Ability to work indpendently.
    Excellent analytical, communication, writing skills in English language.

     
    Desired
     

    Experience in and knowledge of UNICEF’s activities at the country and regional levels on supporting early learning and ECE.
    Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization.
    Knowledge of French and Portugese would be considered as an asset

     
    Administrative issues
    The consultant will use her/his own equipment (computer, digital voice recorder etc.) to produce deliverables. Office space will be provided in ESARO and Country Offices as needed.
    Conditions
    All travel undertaken by the consultant to fulfill her/his contract will be by the most economical fare and reimbursement will be as per UNICEF policy.
    As per UNICEF DFAM policy, payment is made against approved deliverables. No advance payment is allowed unless in exceptional circumstances against bank guarantee, subject to a maximum of 30 per cent of the total contract value in cases where advance purchases, for example for supplies or travel, may be necessary.
    The candidate selected will be governed by and subject to UNICEF’s General Terms and Conditions for individual contracts.
    Risks
    Risks include an inability to receive and respond to CO requests for technical assistance in a timely manner and potential delays in the finalisation of key documents. The UNICEF supervisor will take every measure to facilitate the work of the consultant and in particular her/his relations with the COs as key stakeholders of this consultancy.

  • Nutrition Specialist

    Nutrition Specialist

    For every child, an advocate:
    The 2018-2022 Country Programme for UNICEF Kenya is marked by the creation of an outcome supporting the reduction of mortality and stunting. Under this outcome, four programme sections – Health, Nutrition, WASH and HIV-AIDS – will contribute to “Increased proportions of vulnerable children, pregnant and lactating women, including adolescent girls, have equitable access to and use quality WASH, Nutrition, Health and HIV/AIDS services, to reduce their risk of mortality, preventable diseases, stunting and other forms of malnutrition,and improve their birth outcomes”. With regards to specific objectives in nutrition, UNICEF Kenya aims at ensuring that: 1) communities adopt healthy infant and young child feeding behaviors and practices as well as demand and utilize quality nutrition services; 2) communities are provided with quality integrated nutrition services; 3) the capacity of national and county governments, and other service providers is improved, and commitment strengthened, to deliver quality integrated services; and 4) government and non-government partners adopt risk-informed integrated approaches to emergency preparedness, planning, and response to humanitarian needs. This position will contribute to the achievement of these results with a focus on enhancing the contribution of nutrition sensitive actions and strategies thus leveraging on the investments and results achieved through nutrition specific actions for maternal and child nutrition.
    How can you make a difference?
    Under the supervision of the Chief of Nutrition section, the incumbent is responsible for overall coordination and management of the Nutrition programmes, including programme/project formulation, design, planning and management focused on achievement of UNICEF’s Organizational priorities.
    Programme Development and Management

    With a focus on nutrition sensitive lens, identify critical intervention points and measures by administering a consistent and transparent monitoring system; analyse country level socio-political-economic trends and their implications for ongoing programmes and projects.
    Draft changes to/or prepare programme work plans as required with a focus on nutrition sensitive lens. Prepare program recommendations for inclusion in formal programme documentation, and new approaches, methods and practices.
    Ensure programme workplans have a relevant nutrition sensitive component, monitors compliance and provides training, support and guidance to the programme team in order to meet objectives. Identifies human resources requirements and on-going staff development needs.
    Adopt rights-based programmes approach in the formulation of programme goals and objectives and development of strategies and implementation frameworks. Formulate consistent and effective planning, design, implementation, monitoring and/or evaluation of programmes and projects. Bring coherence, synergy and added value to the programming planning and design processes using a results-based management approach to programme planning and design.
    Reviews and evaluates the technical, institutional and financial feasibility and constraints of the section nutrition sensitive portfolio in collaboration with Government and other partners. Monitor the overall allocation and disbursement of nutrition sensitive programme funds, making sure that funds are properly coordinated, monitored and liquidated. Take appropriate actions to optimize use of programme funds.
    Prepares relevant nutrition sensitive programme reports required for management, the Executive Board, donors, budget reviews, programme analysis, annual reports, etc.

    Programme Monitoring and Evaluations

    Undertakes field visits to monitor and assess nutrition sensitive programme implementation and decides on required corrective action
    Carry out rigorous and transparent approach to evaluation and participate in nutrition sensitive programme evaluation exercises in consultation with the Nutrition Manager, Deputy Representative, the Operations Officer, the Evaluation Officer and others, to improve efficiency and quality of programme delivery. Participate in annual sector review meetings with government counterparts. Ensure the timely preparation of annual program status reports.

    Knowledge Management and Capacity Building/Sustainability

    Ensure that area/country programmes are supported by knowledge management with a focus on nutrition sensitive lens, through data collection and analysis, complete and accurate reporting as well as participation in the Programme Knowledge Network system of “lessons learned” and other corporate-level databases.
    Participate in information exchange through donor and media visits as well as in the development of training and orientation material.
    Provide government authorities with technical supports and guidance to plan and organize training programmes for the purpose of capacity building and programme sustainability.
    Ensure the building and reinforcing of the commitment and institutional capacities of the national and local partners starting with taking a strategic approach to the identification of these partners and partnerships.

    Partnership, Coordination and Collaboration

    Develop partnership and collaboration with internal and external counterparts, including those of the UN and national partners, in order to improve the ability to collect and disseminate development data and information, exchange information on programme/project status and implementation and movement/distribution of supplies. Linkage to the Regional Programme Knowledge Network to ensure the availability of current and accurate programme data.
    Collaborate with the Operations Section to establish and maintain sound internal controls supportive of programming endeavours and to coordinate financial and supply management requirements and accountability.
    Maintain close collaboration with Regional Advisers and HQ Officers for effective overall coordination on programmes.
    Plans, develops and implements sectoral programme(s) by collaborating with the government and other partners. Provide leadership in provision of technical advice, negotiation, advocacy and promotion of area/country level goals, leading to agreement on practicable and priority actions to be supported by UNICEF programme and country level cooperation.

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

    An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in Nutrition, Public Health, Nutritional Epidemiology, Global/international health and nutrition, Social Sciences, Public Policy, Social Policy, Social Development, Community Development, or other relevant disciplines. Training in gender and in nutrition programmes that promote gender equality an asset.*A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree.
    A minimum of eight years of relevant professional experience in development and management of nutrition related programmes or projects. Experience in monitoring gender inequalities and in programming interventions that reduce these inequalities an asset.
    Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is required.
    Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

     
    For every Child, you demonstrate…
    UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.
    The technical competencies required for this post are:
     

    Leading and Supervising [ I ]
    Formulating Strategies and Concepts [ II ]
    Analyzing [ III]
    Relating and Networking [ II ]
    Deciding and Initiating Action [ II ]
    Applying Technical Expertise [ III]

     
    Remarks:
    Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.
    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

  • Global Fund Manager

    Global Fund Manager

    Job Description

    How can you make a difference?
    Under the guidance of the supervisor, the incumbent is required to manage and coordinate the implementation of the Global Fund grants generally, and HSS specifically.  This entails corresponding with the GFATM Secretariat and the Local Funding Agent (LFA), developing work plans and budgets, supervising programme implementation, ensuring that partners, especially the host agency UNICEF, and activities are well coordinated, and facilitating regular management and coordination meetings. It also involves liaising with local health authorities and the body that holds the CCM responsibilities, the Health Sector Committee and/or a committee charged directly with GF oversight of the Somali Support Secretariat.
    MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    Lead and coordinate UNICEF’s programming and implementation of the GF grants, including HIV, Malaria and HSS, including management of a team of professionals, dealing with GF and the LFA and collaborating closely with partners (UN especially all levels of UNICEF, NGO, Government, and others) to formulate and develop strategies, methodologies and new approaches for improving programme delivery.
    Establish programme workplans, monitor compliance and provide training, support and guidance to the programme team in order to meet objectives. Guide and supervise professional and support staff. Ensure their training needs are met, and provide on-the-job training/coaching as required.
    Develop partnerships with local and international non-government organizations, community based institutions, religious groups, and health authorities.  Guide and build the capacities of partners in close collaboration with all levels of UNICEF so that the goals of the programme are met and donor rules respected.
    Represent UNICEF in external meetings and donor meetings related to UNICEF’s role as a PR for the Global Fund grants, ensuring that UNICEF’s core commitments to children are being addressed
    Prepare programmatic budgets in line with donor conditions ensuring proper utilization and accountability, and that activities are within established plans of action, and the programme budget allotments. Take appropriate actions to optimize use of programme funds in particular through joint programming with partners to optimize and maximize synergies and reduce duplication.
    Ensure integration of common approaches and strengthen synergies within health sector and across GFATM grants particularly in the area of health systems strengthening. Ensure that all levels of UNICEF (CO, RO and HQ) are briefed regarding ongoing activities, lessons learned, potential opportunities and synergies as well as potential bottlenecks
    Establish M&E plan for the programme and ensure that it is respected. Conduct field assessment visits and surveys to monitor and evaluate programme implementation and effectiveness, identify problems in institute timely remedial measures.  Identify alternative courses of action to accelerate/improve programme delivery.  In coordination and collaboration with other professional colleagues, establish and develop effective information and reporting systems to monitor and evaluate the impact of the programme and achievement of targeted goals.  

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

    Advanced university degree in medicine or public health, preferably with emphasis on HSS supplemented by a Programme Management degree or diploma.
    Eight years of progressively responsible professional experience in programme formulation, planning, management and evaluation of health programmes, preferably large scale HSS programmes.
    Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.
    Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

    For every Child, you demonstrate…
    UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results
    UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
    Remarks:
    Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.
    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

  • Consultant – Humanitarian Targeting Through National Social Registries

    Consultant – Humanitarian Targeting Through National Social Registries

    Background
    In Eastern and Southern Africa in recent years, development partners have increasingly focused attention on both emergency response delivered via humanitarian cash transfer programming, and support to develop shock-responsive or adaptive social protection systems. This is driven by a confluence of factors, including the growth of coverage and effectiveness of national social protection systems in the region, the reinforcing roles of poverty and exposure to shocks, and growing evidence of the cost-efficiencies of investment in preparedness and prevention through social protection and resilience programming, as well as commitments made in the World Humanitarian Summit and the Grand Bargain.
    As development partners and humanitarian actors have attempted to both build and align these two streams of work, there has been a considerable increase in guidance documents and case studies that point to the importance of preparedness and system reforms to enable rapid, effective, and cost-efficient expansion of national social protection programmes. In general, these guidance notes recommend a series of actions to allow for either vertical expansion, horizontal expansion, shadow alignment, or piggybacking. However, guidance on how to use national systems for delivering humanitarian cash responses in practice is still limited.
    Recent analysis[1] suggests that single registries and other forms of integrated social protection management information systems, which are used to collect and store information on whole populations or subsets thereof, regardless of whether they are beneficiaries of a particular social protection programme, have the potential to be used for rapid and accurate targeting of populations impacted by humanitarian crises. However, this is not the default. Effective use of a single registry for humanitarian targeting requires that the registry has sufficient coverage in terms of geography or key populations, is accurate and up-to-date, and incorporates data that is relevant for humanitarian targeting. Furthermore, humanitarian actors must have access to, and confidence in, the data.
    As UNICEF’s Social Policy teams in Eastern and Southern Africa continue to support governments to increase the effectiveness and shock responsiveness of national social protection systems, there is an increasing need for specific and practical guidance on how single registries can be designed or modified in a way that allows for use for humanitarian response. This consultancy is intended to help to provide this guidance.
    Scope of Work
    Goal and Objective: Under the supervision of the UNICEF Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO) Social Protection Specialist, the consultant will produce clear and practical guidance for UNICEF country offices on how to design or modify national single registries to allow for their use for the delivery of humanitarian cash responses.
    Tasks and Deliverables:
    The consultant’s work shall be divided into the following phases, each with specific tasks to be accomplished, and related deliverables to be produced, as indicated below:
    Key tasks
    Deliverable

    Timeframe (indicative)

    Desk Review and analysis of key studies.
    Thorough review of key documentation. This should include documents that analyse the barriers to, or good examples of, use of single registries for humanitarian response.
    Assessment of the most common information/needs assessment tools used for humanitarian targeting in slow- and rapid-onset climate shocks in ESAR.

    Work plan and Inception report.
    Desk review with summary/table of common data captured in single registries in ESAR, and types of data for humanitarian targeting.
    15 days
    Conduct stakeholder consultations.
    Key informant interviews with government officials in the ESA region, humanitarian partners, and development partners to identify:

    barriers to, or concerns about, the use of single registries for humanitarian targeting, and suggestions to overcome them;
    practical experience in building single registries from a starting point of humanitarian databases;
    a minimum practical list of variables and specifications that would need to be incorporated into a single registry for effective targeting;
    an assessment of the feasibility of meeting these specifications, including from a cost perspective; and
    analysis of two case studies of single registries/other forms of social protection registries within the region.

    Stakeholder consultation report, and summary of preliminary findings.
    10 days

    Draft operational guidance on how to design or modify national single registries to allow for humanitarian targeting.
    Note: this is not intended as a how-to note on designing single registries more broadly. Rather, it should be written in a form accessible to policymakers and social protection experts, and should clearly specify the key considerations, steps, variables, etc., that should be taken into account.
    Draft operational guidance shared with UNICEF for comments.

    20 days

    Finalization and validation.
    Finalize the guidance, incorporating UNICEF comments.
    Final guidance submitted and approved by UNICEF.

    5 days

    The Consultant will work 50 days in total from 15 July 2018 to 15 October 2018 to develop the guidance.

    Work relationships:
    The Consultant will report to the Social Protection Specialist, UNICEF Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office, with additional guidance provided by UNICEF country, regional, and headquarters Social Protection and Emergency teams.
    Performance will be regularly reviewed throughout the assignment, with formal evaluation being conducted at the end of the Contract.
    Outputs/Deliverables: Work plan and Inception report. Desk review. Stakeholder consultation report and summary of initial findings. Draft operational guidance. Final operational guidance.
    Payment Schedule
    Terms of payment: Scheduled payments payment upon completion of the tasks/activities (deliverables) in the agreed work plan, as following.

    Submission of the work plan, inception report, and desk review (25%).
    Completion of stakeholder consultations and submission of preliminary findings (20%).
    Submission of the draft operational guidance (30%). Submission by the consultant, and approval by UNICEF, of final operational guidance (25%).

    Desired Qualification, competencies, technical background and experience
    The Consultant should have the following profile:
    Qualification:
    Advanced university degree (Masters or PhD) from an accredited academic institution, in a discipline related to social protection, economics, or public policy.
    Experience and competencies:
    A minimum of 8 years of professional experience in the field of social protection, including at least five years of social protection research, operational support, or technical assistance to governments and development partners. Demonstrated experience providing operational guidance on social protection, including specific experience on developing or using single registries for social protection programming. Demonstrated understanding and expertise in the area of shock-responsive/adaptive social protection. Previous work experience and a strong understanding of the social protection and humanitarian risk environment in eastern and southern Africa. Proven ability to communicate and work in a multi-cultural environment. Excellent writing and oral skills in English (fluency required) and ability to synthetize complex information.
    Candidates for this position should submit a short technical proposal (no more than 5 pages), CV, and a cost proposal. The ratio among technical and financial evaluation will be 75/25, within the budget ceiling for the assignment. Shortlisted candidates may be contacted for an interview or to provide additional information.
    Administrative issues
    The consultant will work remotely, though s/he may propose travel to the region for key informant interviews if deemed necessary to the assignment. (Costs associated with this travel should be clearly indicated in the financial proposal.)
    The Consultant is expected to provide his/her own computer and administrative support.
    Conditions
    As per UNICEF DFAM policy, payment is made against approved deliverables. No advance payment is allowed unless in exceptional circumstances against bank guarantee, subject to a maximum of 30 per cent of the total contract value in cases where advance purchases, for example for supplies or travel, may be necessary”.
    The candidate selected will be governed by and subject to UNICEF’s General Terms and Conditions for individual contracts.

  • Programme Officer( HACT)

    Programme Officer( HACT)

    Under the general guidance and supervision of the Programme Specialist (HACT), the incumbent will provide technical and administrative support to UNICEF Somalia in planning, implementation and follow-up on actions related to both micro-assessments and HACT assurance activities.
    How can you make a difference?
    Under the general guidance and supervision of the Programme Specialist (HACT), the incumbent will provide technical and administrative support to UNICEF Somalia in planning, implementation and follow-up on actions related to both micro-assessments and HACT assurance activities.
    Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

    Participate in the development, implementation and reporting of the HACT assurance plan
    Support the spot check process by undertaking select spot checks and/or providing quality control to internal staff and/or third-party teams undertaking spot checks.
    Assist in coordination of preparations for scheduled audits, including liaison with partners, and the consolidation of required documentation. Upon receipt of draft audit reports from third-party audit firms, review and provide quality control to/feedback on draft reports.
    Review capacity assessments of implementing partners (including IP self-assessments, UNICEF staff assessments, and third-party micro-assessments), and synthesize findings to analyse risks associated with signing Programme Cooperation Agreements with partners, and propose adequate mitigation measures.
    Identify priority and/or recurring findings from audits, financial spot checks, micro-assessments, and other assessment and assurance tools to support office’s understanding of the financial management capacities and gaps in the Somali civil society and government sectors. Formulate pragmatic recommendations to address findings and mitigate risks, and ensure that such recommendations are acted upon.
    In close consultation with programme managers and operations sections, identify areas where HACT capacity-building trainings and refresher sessions are required for UNICEF staff and implementing partners; and support design and implementation of such training.

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

    University degree in any of the following: Social Sciences, Public Administration, Business Administration, development planning, planning, evaluation, survey implementation, advanced statistical research or other fields related to the work of UNICEF.
    2 years of progressively responsible professional work experience programme management and/or financial management/operations at national level. Field work related experience desirable. 
    Fluency in English and a second UN language; Local working language of the duty station an asset.

    For every Child, you demonstrate…
    UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.
    UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
    Remarks:
    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

  • New Consultancy Recruitment & Non-Staff Workflow

    New Consultancy Recruitment & Non-Staff Workflow

    How can you make a difference?
    TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR INDIVIDUAL CONTRACTOR
    Rapid Assessment, Adolescents, HIV/AIDS and SRHR
    Assignment Title
    Rapid Assessment: Adolescents, HIV/AIDS and SRHR in the counties of Kilifi and Makueni
    Purpose of Assignment
    The rapid assessment is intended to give county context in identifying equity and performance gaps limiting HIV prevention, treatment and care results and sexual reproductive health and rights in adolescents (aged 10 – 19) that would help define priority actions to accelerate and improve the quality of the county response to HIV among adolescents and hence contribute to the national response.
    Location of Assignment
    Nairobi, Kilifi and Makueni
    Supervisor
    Chief HIV Section, UNICEF Kenya
    Duration of consultancy
    25 days
    Background
    The United Nations Joint Programme on HIV and AIDS in Kenya, in an effort to ensure more focused and prioritised support to the national HIV and AIDS response, has set aside resources for supporting county level actions. Under the global Unified Budget, Results and Accountability Framework (UBRAF), the Joint Team developed a joint work plan to support the national response, in line with the Kenya HIV and AIDS Strategic Framework and in consultation with key national partners. A prioritisation of the work plan, based on an analysis of key gaps and priorities, was done to identify areas where the UN can add value within its comparative advantage of skill sets and mandates, while delivering as one.
    One area which has been identified for focused support to counties is HIV Prevention among adolescents and young people (AYP) and Sexually Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR). HIV infection among AYP in Kenya is still very high at 46% of all new infection in 2016. Young women and girls are most affected, contributing to 32% of all new infections. This is due to multiple factors including a major gap in comprehensive information on HIV and AIDS, early sexual debut, low condom use, low uptake of HIV testing and treatment services, and lack of youth friendly services for sexual and reproductive health and rights, among others. Moreover, young people living with HIV are facing poor treatment outcomes resulting in a high number of deaths. Other factors such as stigma and discrimination, high risk behaviours (e.g. alcohol and substance abuse, unprotected casual and transactional sex) and gender-based violence also contribute to the risk for HIV infection among young people. Moreover, certain groups of young people are also left behind in accessing HIV services such as young key populations (men who have sex with men, sex workers, injecting drug users), adolescents who are sexually exploited, young people in prisons and in refugee camps.
    The activities to address this area will of course be tailored to county priorities as set out in County HIV and AIDS Strategic Plans (CASP).
    Due to limited resources, the Joint Team together with Government decided on the selection of two counties to provide this support, based on set criteria that looked at the general epidemic; the epidemic among adolescents and young people; access to HIV testing and treatment and SRHR services; number of key populations, county HIV budgets and presence of other Joint Team programs. The two counties selected are:

    Kilifi, which has an adult HIV prevalence of 4.5% and the estimated number of key populations is 4,676. The number of adolescents and young people living with HIV is estimated at 8,800 with an additional 747 new infections among this group in 2016. ART coverage among adults is 63% and although no breakdown is available for men, about 35% of men in Kilifi have never tested for HIV. The Joint Team therefore proposes to work in Kilifi because of the focus on key populations, in particular people who inject drugs, and the engagement of UN agencies already working in the county.
    Makueni, which has an adult HIV prevalence of 5.1% and the estimated number of key populations is 1,966. The number of adolescents and young people living with HIV is estimated at 2,865 with an additional 831 new infections among this group in 2016. The estimated HIV prevalence among 15-24 year olds is 1.0%. ART coverage among adults is 56%. The Joint Team therefore proposes to work in Makueni because it is also a transport corridor hot spot.

    Specific Tasks

    Conduct a desk review of relevant HIV and AIDS related epidemiological estimates and context for adolescents to illustrate the current situation in both counties.
    Provide background and analysis on availability and uptake of current HIV and SRH services for and by adolescents and young people. Identify key gaps and opportunities for improvement.
    Hold focus groups discussions with caregivers, adolescents and young people, including those most at risk (sexually exploited, engaged in sex work, injecting drugs and young men having sex with men) to obtain qualitative data on HIV related risks, availability and quality of HIV and SRHR services provided. Identify key barriers preventing access and use of services.
    Conduct stakeholders and beneficiary interviews including community leaders, health care service providers and representatives of adolescent and youth organizations to identify potential areas and types of involvement of adolescent and youth participation in the HIV/SRHR.
    Collate and analyse data collected and draft report with recommendations for action.

    Expected Deliverables

    Compiled findings from desk review completed.
    Updated situation analysis on availability services for adolescents.
    At least four focus group discussions held with adolescents and caregivers (two in each county).
    At least six interviews held with stakeholders and beneficiary (three in each county).
    One concise report on key findings and recommendations that will help improve the lives and well-being of adolescents and young people as they relate to HIV and SRHR.

    Supervision
    The consultant will work under the overall guidance and supervision of the Chief HIV Section, UNICEF Kenya.
    Collaboration
    As the work cuts across a number of agencies under the UN Joint Programme on HIV arrangements, UNICEF will work in collaboration with UNAIDS and UNFPA on this assignment.
    Duration of Assignment
    It is expected that the entire assignment will be undertaken over a period of 25 working days as detailed below:
    Desk review and preparatory work for the assessment, i.e. stakeholder briefings and logistical discussions: 4 days
    Assessment of service availability: 3 days
    Focus Group Discussions, including preparation and data compilation: 6 days
    Stakeholder interviews, including preparation and data compilation: 7 days
    Report writing: 5 days
    Total: 25 days
    Qualifications and Experience

    Master’s degree in Public Health, Sociology, Psychology or other relevant qualification
    At least 5 years of work experience in the field of HIV/AIDS/SRHR and adolescents and young people with a focus on conducting assessments, surveys and research
    Previous experience working with UNICEF and other UN agencies
    Results oriented with strong organizational skills
    Cultural and gender sensitivity
    Excellent command of spoken and written English

    Remuneration
    The consultancy fees will be paid in two tranches:

    25% after the submission of the first two deliverables (desk review, situation analysis on services)
    75% upon satisfactory completion of the assignment.
    Consultants are requested to develop a detailed assessment proposal which encompasses all costs including travel to and from Makueni and Kilifi.

    Remarks:
    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

  • Health Specialist (Immunization) Senior Human Resources Associate

    Health Specialist (Immunization) Senior Human Resources Associate

    How can you make a difference?

    Under the general guidance of the Regional Adviser, Health, the incumbent is accountable for supporting countries on policy formulation, planning, design, implementation and evaluation of the Immunization Programme and integration with other child survival interventions in the Region.
    Lead and supervise a group of professional and support staff to develop and administer the immunization and integrated programmes with a view to ensuring equity in access to services across all countries of Eastern and Southern Africa Region.

    Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

    Timely and regular preparation of the Situation Analysis of EPI activities in the Region and its periodic update.
    Prepare EPI input to the Regional work plan and all related documents including providing guidance to all UNICEF supported immunization programmes (Mainly Maternal and Neonatal Tetanus Elimination, Measles Control and Polio Eradication) with focus on results-based management.
    Technical leadership and guidance provided to government and other EPI stake holders in collaboration with WHO and other partners in the development of EPI strategies, methodologies and identification of new approaches for improving programme delivery with emphasis on advocacy, community participation based on Human Rights Approach to Programming and Community Capacity Development.
    This includes emergency preparedness and response with a particular focus on vaccine preventable disease prevention and control.
    Technical, institutional and financial feasibility and constraints of EPI programmes reviewed and evaluated in co-ordination and collaboration with Governments and other EPI partners. Countries assisted in resource mobilization and countries ensured prioritization of EPI in PRSP and other sector wide approaches.
    Technical and operational leadership, guidance and coordination provided to key government and non-government partners on the use of EPI as an opportunity of scaling up tailored packages of maternal, neonatal and child survival interventions including implementation of detailed EPI work-plans and budgets.
    Programme monitoring, evaluation and reporting carried out in a timely manner, efficiently, rigorously and transparently in compliance with the established guidelines and procedures.
    Supply and non-supply assistance in support of EPI provided to countries in coordination with operation / supply sections as per approved plan of action.
    Government and non-government recipients accountable for UNICEF supply, non-supply and financial assistance.
    Effective knowledge management through documentation and dissemination of lessons learned; development and implementation of appropriate capacity building strategies in new technologies and new approaches; and technical leadership, guidance and coordination of operational research.
    Integration of rights-based approaches and humanitarian principles in routine EPI and in accelerated disease control and eradication programs such as polio eradication, measles and maternal and neonatal tetanus elimination through advocacy & community participation.
    EPI program Monitoring and evaluation conducted through country visits, remedial action undertaken for identified gaps and problems for accelerated and improved EPI program delivery.
    UNICEF’s global goals, GIVS goal & targets, and Immunization-related MDGs effectively promoted through advocacy and policy dialogue in the Health sector.
    Effective communication, networking and leveraging achieved in coordination with other programs contributing to the achievement of overall regional program through partnership and collaboration with government, UN and non-government partners.
    Effective guidance and supportive supervision provided to the professional and support staff in the EPI team of the regional office in compliance to the planned objectives and targets.

    To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
    An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) inone of the disciplines relevant to the following areas: Medicine, Public Health, Pediatrics Health, Socio-medical Sciences, Epidemiology, or related field. A minimum of 8 years of relevant professional work experienceat national and international levels in EPI programme planning, management, monitoring, and evaluation. Field work experience. Experience working in the UN or other international development organization an asset. Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset. Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.
    For every Child, you demonstrate…
    UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.
    UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
    Remarks:
    Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.
    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

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  • Consultancy: Child Protection Officer – Kakuma Refugee Camp, Kenya (9 Months), Open to Kenyan National Only

    Consultancy: Child Protection Officer – Kakuma Refugee Camp, Kenya (9 Months), Open to Kenyan National Only

    Presence in Kakuma
    UNICEF Child Protection work in Kakuma Refugee Camp entails partnership with UNHCR and relevant agencies in providing a safe, protective environment for unaccompanied and separated minors and vulnerable children exposed to risk of harm. Since the South Sudan influx of 2013, UNICEF has contributed to strengthening case and information management for effective child protection service provision through systems strengthening; capacity building of case workers and communities, innovative up-scaling of case and information management system and provision of supplies. In 2015, UNICEF in partnership with UNHCR facilitated a comprehensive review of the child protection case management system using a case management diagnostic assessment tool that was designed by UNICEF. The review process resulted in substantive review of the case management tools, protection and vulnerability assessment criteria and information management system. As part of this reform, Kakuma was among the first refugee camps in the world where the newly designed, web-based Primero/Child Protection Information Management System (Primero/CPIMS+) has been adopted. There currently is in place an integrated case and information management system that enables case workers to holistically manage a child’s case. With technical support from UNICEF, an objective, need based system on identifying children with protection risks, assessment of vulnerabilities and provision of support services has been enhanced.
    Justification
    Continued unrest in South Sudan, the Great Lakes region and Somalia has led to the displacement of thousands of people from their countries. In 2017 alone, about 23,288 people were registered as new arrivals in Kakuma refugee camp and the integrated Kalobeyei settlement villages. Children constitute 60% of all new arrivals. Overall, there are about 185,899 (98,856 male, 86,943 female)[1] refugees in Kakuma and Kalobeyei, with children aged 0-17 years comprising 58%[2] of the refugee population. Majority of the asylum seekers (57.3%) are from South Sudan, followed by Somalia at 18.5% while the rest are from other countries in the region, including D.R Congo, Burundi and Ethiopia.
    The child protection case management system in Kakuma refugee camp is designed to facilitate rapid screening of children as they arrive at the border point or in the camp, identification and unaccompanied, separated and at-risk children, facilitation of comprehensive Best Interest Assessment (BIA) and the implementation of appropriate care and support plan to ameliorate identified risks and vulnerabilities. Displacement from their homes and often traumatic fright from home is an experience that results in psychosocial distress that requires individual and group based therapy, care and support. Among the common vulnerability and protection risks for children arriving and/or living in Kakuma/Kalobeyei include trauma/stress, exposure to violence, abuse and exploitation, family separation, threat of abduction, sexual exploitation and abuse, child marriage, Female Genital Mutilation among others. The assessment checklist in Kakuma contains over thirty protection and vulnerability risks that have varying protection implications on children and their families.
    The current child protection caseload in Kakuma/Kalobeyei comprises of over 15,000 (38% girls) children, out of who 2,307 (31% girls) are Unaccompanied Minors (UAM) and 12,831 (37% girls) are separated from their families. Over 1,045 UAM are placed in foster families within the camp. Between December 2015 and January 2018, over 7,000 BIAs were conducted and a further 1,209 Best Interest Determination (BID) reports submitted to the Inter-Agency BID Panel to inform decision making on long-term protection interventions for children, including recommendations on durable solutions. All these processes and service provision tasks are facilitated by UNHCR implementing partners, with the Lutheran World Federation (LWF) being the primary implementing partner on case management. LWF has a pool of social workers, counsellors and refugee staff working in the child protection programme and who are hardly enough to manage the huge caseload. Consequently, there has been significant focus on strengthening community based child protection systems to ensure that at risk and vulnerable children are identified and appropriate and timely protection services provided. The priority for Kakuma, therefore, is to expand the gains so far made by ensuring caseworkers social work skills are strengthened to enable them to deliver quality services to target children. Additionally, the huge caseload requires a well functioning community-based child protection system to ensure that no at risk and vulnerable child is left unprotected. The purpose of this consultancy therefore is to provide technical support, coach and mentor partners on improving skills that lead to effective case management services in Kakuma, coordinate implementation of UNICEF child protection programme and further enhancing coordination with UNHCR and other partners in realizing results for children.
    Scope of Work
    Goal and Objective
    Under the supervision of the Chief, Lodwar Zonal Office, with technical support of the Child Protection Specialist, the Child Protection Officer (Consultancy) based in Kakuma will provide professional support to child protection partners in Kakuma and Kalobeyei, with specific focus on strengthening caseworkers social work skills through case management coaching and mentoring. Working closely with the UNHCR Protection office, the Officer will provide technical support in the implementation of the child protection programme, ensure monitoring and reporting of results, designing and facilitating capacity building based on identified needs, ensuring efficient programme delivery and evidence generation for accountability and reporting to UNICEF and the donors. The Child Protection Officer will be required to support the effective use Primero/CPIMS+ in case management and generate evidence to show the value derived from use of integrating technology in case management.
    Activities and Tasks
    Specifically, the Child Protection Officer will be responsible for:
     

    Liaise with UNHCR Protection Office in facilitating technical support to UNICEF partners and ensure that case management support to unaccompanied, separated and vulnerable children is effective, including leveraging on the benefits of an integrated Child Protection Information Management System (CPIMS+) into the day to day case management processes
    In coordination with the UNICEF Child Protection Specialist, UNHCR Protection Officer and LWF Child Protection Coordinator, design and implement a child protection case management coaching and mentoring programme that leads to enhanced capacity of child protection caseworkers to provide quality services to target beneficiaries in Kakuma and Kalobeyei.
    Facilitate coaching and mentoring of child protection caseworkers, community development workers on case management, monitor and document progressive change in case management practices and results achieved for children
    Oversee the implementation of, and reporting on, UNICEF Child Protection interventions in Kakuma, with a focus on UNICEF Country Programme priorities for children in refugee camps, neighbouring host community and, specifically, deliverables outlined in the ECHO funded programme on expanding access to child protection services for unaccompanied, separated and vulnerable children and UNICEF component of the integrated development programme for Kalobeyei.
    Strengthen partnership with the Department of Children Services (DCS) and partners in Kakuma and Kalobeyei
    Ensure partnership with other agencies in mainstreaming child protection in the integrated support to the Kalobeyei Development Programme targeting both refugee and the host community is realized
    Participate in coordination meeting, including the Kakuma Child Protection Working Group, Turkana West Sub-County Area Advisory Council, Inter-Agency Gender Based Violence Working Group
    Liaise with UNICEF Lodwar Zonal Office as well and Chief, Child Protection in Nairobi and the Child Protection Specialists in Lodwar and Nairobi in monitoring and reporting on child protection programme implementation
    Closely liaise with UNHCR, UNICEF Nairobi and Lodwar Zonal Office and partners in planning and facilitating official missions to Kakuma and Kalobeyei, including donor and other programme visits relevant to UNICEF
    Participate in Kakuma level coordination meetings and forums, including the Kakuma Child Protection Working Group
    Submit monthly reports outlining achieved results against the approved work plan. The consultant’s monthly reports will, at the minimum, outline the specific tasks accomplished during the reporting period, who the tasks targeted, how the targets were reached results/outputs, challenges faced and key recommendations (both in achieving target results and overall programme). The consultant will also keep the supervisor appraised on the programme situation on the ground, including sharing weekly situation reports highlighting refugee arrival trends and emergencies, e.g. drought, flooding, disease outbreak etc. that could impact on UNICEF child protection programme.

     
     
    Work relationships
    Operation and management of this consultancy will be by the Chief, UNICEF Lodwar Zonal Office based in Lodwar Town. Technical supervision will be the responsibility of the Chief, Child Protection Section. On the ground, the consultant will closely work with the head of Protection at UNHCR in Kakuma who is responsible for overall protection services in Kakuma/Kalobeyei. UNICEF work in the refugee camp is based on a Memorandum of Understanding between UNICEF and UNHCR in Kenya. Partnership Cooperation Agreement (PCA) signed between UNICEF and implementing partners are the basis for funding and collaboration with implementing partners (currently with Lutheran World Federation). The consultant will work on a day-to-day basis with UNICEF partners in delivering outlined tasks. UNICEF work in Kenya is prioritized through the Country Development Programme whose aim is to support the Government in achieving results for children. Consequently, UNICEF signs implementation work plans with the government, outlining our collaborative effort in attaining set targets. In line with this approach, the consultant will work with the Department of Children Services, the County Government of Turkana and other relevant line ministries and departments in the implementation of the outlined tasks.
    Outputs/Deliverables
     

    A comprehensive case management coaching and mentoring programme designed to strengthen the capacity of child protection case workers and community based child protection system actors in ensuring delivery of quality protection services to unaccompanied, separated and vulnerable children is designed and implemented
    Results of the coaching and mentoring intervention are documented. This will entail a clear elaboration of the coaching and mentoring strategy used.
    Generate and document evidence of the milestone made to the child in ameliorating protection risks and vulnerabilities, as a result of the coaching and mentoring approach to child protection case management process
    Qualitative and quantitative reports on the overall coordination of UNICEF child protection programme in Kakuma and Kalobeyei against programme indicators and deliverables.
    End of assignment report outlining key results achieved against outlined activities and tasks