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  • Human Resources Officer NOB, Fixed Term, USSC

    Human Resources Officer NOB, Fixed Term, USSC

    For every child,Hope
    How can you make a difference?
    Under the supervision of the Human Resources Specialist, manage all human resource development activities relating to implementation of Staff Support Plan consistent with the Country Programme Management Plan 2018-2020. The incumbent will provide full coordination, monitoring and evaluation of the established plan and ensure the plan is updated as needed.
    Summary of key accountabilities:
    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-result:
     

    Implement the staff support plan for 2018-2020 CPMP by ensuring the support plan addresses different staff need i.e: staff moving into Somalia, staff moving to other positions in the organization, staff moving to positions outside of UNICEF and / or staff being separated.
    Develop, deliver or coordinate the delivery of training programs to meet organisational needs and provide professional development opportunities for staff. Conduct timely and effective training programmes and briefing on career management to all staff in the office in order to support the capacity building and career development of all staff.
    Analyse organisational issues, program operations, managerial objectives and staff continuous professional development needs to identify and prioritise professional development activities.
    Enhance staff’s job performance by supporting the identification of training needs, preparation of training proposals and arranging for implementation and evaluation of training. Provide HR training and support as required in country, including at sub-office locations.
    Serves as the principal focal point on all activities related to Staff Support Plan; evaluates support plan activities received by staff members to assess the return on investment. Prepares regular reports (narrative and financial), including evaluation reports on skill development and enhanced knowledge in the organisation through training (individual, group, cross-organisational training).

     
    To qualify as a champion for every child you will have¦
    University degree in social sciences or other relevant disciplines (human resources, training, business administration, international relations, psychology).
    Two years of relevant professional work experience in Human Resources. Field work experience fluency in English and local language of the duty station required
    For every Child, you demonstrate¦
    Our core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Result
    UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

  • Partnerships Officer NGO Jobs (Public Sector) Partnerships Officer NGO Jobs (Private Sector)

    Partnerships Officer NGO Jobs (Public Sector) Partnerships Officer NGO Jobs (Private Sector)

    Job Description

    Provides support to new partnerships and resource mobilization, working with UNICEF colleagues to identify partnership and resource mobilization needs and provide information to broker resource mobilization agreements to meet those needs. Receives and screens inquiries from potential collaborators and facilitates communication with appropriate UNICEF staff. Scans and scouts external environment within designated partnership area for opportunities and risks and shares information in a timely fashion with relevant UNICEF staff. Provides logistical and programmatic support to senior management and other UNICEF staff in corporate engagement and interaction with assigned partners.
    Develops and maintains deep knowledge and familiarity with current and prospective partners and relevant stakeholders, managing a database of key contacts and to UNICEF’s base of knowledge on partnership and resource mobilization. Expands UNICEF’s network of key interlocutors to build stronger relationships between UNICEF and governments, other key-decision makers, regional development institutions, foundations, the private sector, international financial institutions and/or relevant constituencies.
    Supports the implementation of partnership engagement and resource mobilization plans. Acts as focal point for COs in the identification and pursuit of opportunities for outreach, engagement, policy influence and collaboration, including on how to anticipate and respond to partners’ concerns and priorities, ensure that UNICEF’s interests, perspectives, and knowledge are taken into account in relevant policy and institutional processes, and ensure that they are fully aware of UNICEF’s perspectives, policies, priorities and capabilities.
    Contributes to the development of new partnership and resource mobilization practices and approaches by formulating recommendations for action based on on-going monitoring, analyzing current trends within designated partners and formulating recommendations for strategy approaches and message development.

    Qualifications

    An Advanced university in international development, public affairs, international relations, political science or other related field.*
    A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree.
    At least two (2) years of progressively responsible professional experience in external relations, liaison and/or any resource-mobilization related activities, preferably in an international organization is required.
    Experience in Africa a plus.
    Fluency in English is required with knowledge of another UN language considered as an asset.

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  • Logistics Specialist

    Logistics Specialist

    UNICEF works in 190 countries and territories to protect the rights of every child. UNICEF has spent 70 years working to improve the lives of children and their families. Defending children’s rights throughout their lives requires a global presence, aiming to produce results and understand their effects. UNICEF believes all children have a right to survive, thrive and fulfill their potential – to the benefit of a better world.For every child, hope
    Advise and provide guidance, oversight and direction to the Regional Office and all offices within ESAR on Logistics and Supply Chain matters for essential supplies in support of the Country Offices’ programme management, including both Programme, Emergency and Procurement Services supplies.
    How can you make a difference?
    Summary of key functions/accountabilities:
     

    Provide leadership, technical advice, support and guidance to Country Offices on strategic planning and applications of logistics, regulations, systems and practices. Identify logistics operationalweaknesses and develop training activities for the ESAR countries.
    In support to the emergency programming process provides expert advice in the field of logistics and ensures that logistics programme input is appropriate, cost effective and timely. Provide surge capacity and country support, sometimes through extended visits.
    Responsible for interagency logistics coordination at the regional level. Participate in interagency rapid emergency assessment missions, as required, and actively participates in common logistics efforts.
    Advises government counterparts, non-governmental organizations, UN agencies on all aspects on in-country logistics in order to build and/or improve the national capacity in commodity handling, distribution and monitoring.
    Conduct special management reviews (peer reviews) and/or follow-up on audit observations to assist in the improvement of supply chain mattes and logistics procedures and practices. Resolve supply chain and logistics issues and problems. Assist country offices with contracting for in country services.
    Analyse policy directives and changes from Supply Division and advice on their applicability in the region. Provide recommendations to the Regional Supply Chief and the Regional Director on policy adjustments/improvements based on regional perspectives and experience. Participate in strategic planning and policy formulation meetings in the areas of supply and logistics. Ensure the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of organizational initiatives, e.g. IPSAS.
    Undertakes visits to targeted countries to review the status of their supply chains of essential commodities (e.g. vaccine and nutrition supply chains) in collaboration with relevant programme sections.

     
    To qualify as a champion for every child you will have
     

    Advanced university degree in Business Administration, Management, International Economics, Engineering, International Development, Contract/commercial Law or specialization in directly related areas including credited courses in supply, logistics, purchasing or contracting. Equivalent educational qualification in relevant areas (transport or logistics operations/management, supply management, etc.)
    Eight years of relevant professional work experience. Both national and international work experience in supply, logistics, purchasing, contracting, administration and/or other related fields. Work experience in emergency duty station.
    Fluency in English required, and proficiency in another UN working language an asset. Knowledge of local working language of the duty station desirable.

  • Regional Chief of Human Resources

    Regional Chief of Human Resources

    Job Description
    How can you make a difference?
    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.

    Strategic HR Planning and Management

    Provide ongoing strategy guidance, interpretation and technical support to management of the regional and country offices in the all area of HR management. Provide accurate and sound technical analysis, and effectively support HR management and planning process in the Region as it relates to budget planning, staffing, organization design, change management and other HR strategy planning and development deliberations. Assisting in identifying, addressing and monitoring gender disparities and gender inequities in Human Resources across all UNICEF country offices of the region is a key duty of the post.
    Liaise with the HQ Divisions to support and contribute to corporate HR strategy formulation and local implementation; advise on the applicability of new strategy and guidelines to country office HR plans and activities. Provide feedback and make recommendations from a field perspective on the establishment and improvement of systems and internal controls, planning and change management and resolution of HR issues and problems.
    Participate in or support Programme Strategy Reviews and Regional Management Team Meetings to identify new trends, priorities and requirements.
    Participate in global workshops and meetings for the strategic planning of Operations/Human Resources/Information Technology/Supply.

    Recruitment, Selection and Placement

    Advise on effective and timely recruitment processes in the hiring, developing and retaining the best talents available to support the strategic human
    recourses needs of the office, the region and the organization.
    Support the human resources needs for national professional officers, general service, and temporary employees by implementing proper and expedient recruitment procedures. Ensure organizational human capital targets are met through the recruitment and retention of a diverse body of staff of the highest calibre. Promote equity, transparency, and consistency in the selection and placement of staff.
    Ensure to establish a targeted approach to recruit specialized talent, with particular focus on MTSP areas, to fill posts requiring specialized expertise, at the global, regional, or local level.
    Support to establish and implement results-oriented action plans and sound budgets to coordinate specialized recruitment efforts with identified need at UNICEF in the short-term, intermediate-term, and long-term.
    Advise on and promote to implement systematic approach to monitor and evaluate the measurable results of targeted recruiting efforts and its impact on UNICEF human resources with emphasis on all aspects required to achieve UNICEF’s objectives for gender parity, diversity, and a supportive work environment.

    Policy Implementation and HR Administration

    Promote equity, transparency and consistency in the interpretation, determination, implementation, and administration of HR policy, procedures and guidelines on all HR related matters applicable to the staff.
    Ensure timely, equitable, transparent and systematic administration of all HR benefits, entitlements, contracts renewal and termination, performance management, promotions and other HR activities.
    Identify opportunities for the Region to support UNICEF’s global HR priorities, campaigns and partnerships, and lead, advise or recommend new initiatives to adopt in the Region.
    In close coordination with the Country Offices and DHR, oversee to implement and administer the equitable, transparent and efficient GS job classification system throughout the region in compliance with the established job classification policy, guidelines, procedures and related requirements.

    Capacity Building and HR Development

    As a technical adviser to RMT, provide advice and guidance on human capital development, especially to meet UNICEF’s goals of gender equality, equity and diversity. Enhance HR management capacity in the Region and strengthen staff competencies to meet the organization’s present and future requirements.
    Support the Regional HR Development Committee in establishing staff learning and development priorities for the region. In close coordination with the relevant partners in the Regional Office, Country offices and DHR, conduct training needs analyses and review Country Office training/Learning plans and budgetary allocation. Support regional training programmes, and monitor and evaluate Country Office and Regional training and learning acclivities.
    Determines training and learning needs in consultation with organizational units at HQ and in the field in order to identify organizational competency gaps and gender imbalances. Plans and arranges regional operations workshops/learning programmes for organizational competency building. Advises on staff learning/development, career development, coaching and counselling in operations area that is gender sensitive.

    Management Excellence

    Promote management excellence in the office by ensuring accountability in all areas of HR and by demonstrating a high level of skills in the management of staff resources including staff selection based on merit and the needs of the organization, staff aspiration and counselling, systematic and equitable performance management, and staff development and learning activities.
    Effectively manage the human and financial resources (budget planning, management and monitoring) of the office and ensure both are optimally utilized.
    Monitor compliance with all systems and procedures and ensure management integrity and accountability with high quality standards in all activities in HR; ensure the implementation of agreed audit recommendations; advise on corrective measures to be taken and establish relevant internal controls.

    Staff and Management Relationship Management

    Monitor staff/management issues and support/advise management and staff as appropriate to improve the relations and resolve the HR issues. Provide administrative support to the staff-management bodies in the capacity of HR focal point in the office.

    Inter-agency Cooperation, Networking and Partnerships

    Ensure active coordination of HR initiatives with other agencies. Maintain effective and steady communication or working relations with UN agencies to seek harmonization as well as new ways to enhance effective HR management and development in UNICEF. Support common strategies and approaches for enhancement of the HR reform within the Common system.
    Co-ordinate HR activities with UNICEF offices in the region and other UN agencies and cooperate with partners in the locality, including Government and NGOs .Identify and explore the “best practices” in HR area. Participate in the inter-agency coordination, conferences and other forums to improve HR planning, implementation, staff learning and development, recruitment, etc.

    Emergency and Staff Security

    In coordination with management and the staff, plan and ensure effective emergency preparedness and rapid responses in case of emergency.
    Properly and promptly investigate and respond to emergencies affecting staff, including immediate actions, and if necessary, coordination with UN agencies and other parties concerned, in accordance with the UN and UNICEF emergency and security policy and guidelines.

    Emergency Preparedness and Response

    Assists in monitoring and assessing the emergency preparedness plan including its validity for the current crisis, i.e., the security situation and immediate actions needed, the ability of the office to function, the funds that have been reallocated from existing sources, etc. Advises on adapting the emergency preparedness and response plan as necessary, with particular attention to gender issues that may be expected to intensify during emergencies.

    To qualify as a champion for every child you will have…

    Advanced university degree or equivalent backgrounds, in Human Resources, Business Administration, International Relations, Social Sciences, Psychology or related areas.
    A minimum of twelve years of relevant professional work experience.
    Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.
    Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) is an asset.

    For every Child, you demonstrate…
    Our core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.
    This position is classified as “rotational” which means the incumbent is expected to rotate to another duty station upon completion of their tour of duty,
    UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

  • HR Assistant

    HR Assistant

    Requirements

    Maintains statistics and runs reports from different systems, such as ACHIEVE reports, staff data, gender for all categories of staff, geographical distribution, and recruitment.
    Maintains data on completion of mandatory training courses, updates progress report on group and individual training.
    Assist in the recruitment process: drafts requisitions in TMS based on the JDs, contact shortlisted candidates for written test and interviews and administer these. Sends regret letters to unsuccessful candidates.
    Drafts HR letters for banks, security service, etc., for newcomers, and non-standard HR certificates.
    Maintains personal files, both hard copy and electronical (OSF).
    Serves as back up for leave and vendor management.
    Management of Appendix D cases; ASHI enrollment, override, interface with retirees.
    UNLP issuance, renewal and cancellation.
    Performs other duties as required

    Qualifications

    Completion of secondary education. Training in Human resources field is desirable.
    Four years of experience in clerical and/or administrative work, preferably in HR area.
    Excellent computer skills
    Strong customer orientation
    Fluency in English
    Integrity
    Communication
    Working with People
    Drive for Results

  • Health Specialist (Child Health)

    Health Specialist (Child Health)

    Purpose for the job
    The Health Specialist (Child Health), NOD, reports to the Regional Advisor Health, P5, for general guidance and supervision. The Specialist is responsible for managing, implementing, monitoring, evaluating and reporting of the health (child survival/development) program/s from selected the country office’s program and providing technical guidance and operational support throughout the programming process to facilitate the achievement of concrete and sustainable results according to plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM) and organizational Strategic Plans and goals, standards of performance and accountability framework.
    Key expected results

    Program development and planning

    Program management, monitoring and delivery of results
    Advisory services and technical support
    Advocacy, networking and partnership building
    Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

    Program development and planning

    Plan and provide technical support/guidance to the preparation/design and conduct/update of situation analysis to establish a comprehensive/updated strategic plan for development, design and management of health related programs. Keep abreast of development trends to enhance program management, efficiency and delivery.
    Prepare, coordinate and/or supervise the formulation of health program recommendation and related documentations as a component of the Country Program establishing clear program goals, objectives, strategies and results based on results-based planning terminology and methodology (RBM).
    Ensure alignment of sectoral program with the overall UNICEF’s Strategic Plans and Country Program and coherence/integration with UN Development Assistance Framework (UNDF), regional strategies and national priorities, plans and competencies.
    Consult and collaborate with internal and external colleagues and partners to provide technical and operational support on program planning, management and implementation and to ensure integration, coherence and harmonization of programs/projects with other UNICEF sectors throughout all stages of programming processes.

    Program management, monitoring and delivery of results

    Coordinate, plan and/or collaborate with internal and external partners to establish monitoring benchmarks, performance indicators and other UNICEF/UN system indicators and measurement to assess/strengthen performance accountability, coherence and delivery of concrete and sustainable results in health programs.
    Participate in monitoring and evaluation exercises, program reviews and annual sectoral reviews with government and other counterparts to assess progress and to determine required action/interventions to achieve results.
    Prepare/assess monitoring and evaluation reports to identify gaps, strengths/weaknesses in program and management, identify lessons learned and use knowledge gained for development planning and timely intervention to achieve goals.
    Actively monitor programs/projects to assess progress, identify bottlenecks and potential problems and take timely decisions to resolve issues and/or refer to relevant officials for timely resolution.
    Plan, monitor certify disbursements and control the optimum/appropriate use of sectoral program resources (financial, administrative and other assets) confirming compliance with organizational rules, regulations/procedures, donor commitments, standards of accountability and integrity and ensuring timely reporting and liquidation of resources.
    Prepare mandated and key program/project reports for donors and other partners to keep them informed program progress.

    Advisory services and technical support

    Collaborate/consult with key government officials, NGO partners, UN system partners and other country office partners/donors on policies, strategies and best practices and approaches on health and related issues to support program development planning, management, implementation and delivery of results.
    Participate in program strategic discussions/planning to provide technical advice/contribute policy discussions and agenda setting to promote health and development issues especially in the areas of gender, emergency preparedness and maternal, neonatal and child survival and development.
    Prepare policy papers, briefs and other strategic program materials for management use, information and/or consideration.
    Participate in emergency preparedness initiatives program development and contingency planning and/or to respond to emergencies in country or where designated.

    Advocacy, networking and partnership building

    Build and strengthen strategic partnerships with health sector government counterparts, national stakeholders and global partners/allies/donors/academia through active networking, advocacy and effective communication to build capacity, exchange knowledge/expertise and/or promote cooperation and alliances to achieve program goals on children rights and social justice/equity.
    Prepare communication and information materials to highlight program goals, achievements and/or needs to promote awareness, establish partnership/alliances and support fund raising for health programs (maternal, neonatal and child survival and development).
    Participate and/or represent UNICEF in appropriate inter-agency (UNCT) discussions and planning on health and related issues to ensure organizational position, interests and priorities are fully considered and integrated in the CO program design process in development planning and agenda setting. Collaborate with inter-agency partners/colleagues UNDAF planning and preparation of health programs/projects.

    Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

    Promote critical thinking and innovative approaches and good practices for sustainable health programs/projects initiatives.
    Keep abreast, research, benchmark and implement best and cutting edge practices in health management and information systems. Institutionalize and share best practices and knowledge learned.
    Contribute to the development policies and procedures and introduce innovation and best practices to ensure optimum efficiency and efficacy of sustainable programs and projects.
    Lead/plan/implement capacity building initiatives to enhance the competencies of clients/stakeholders to promote sustainable results on health related programs/projects.

    Qualification/Experience/Language of Successful Candidate
    Education
    An Advanced University Degree in public health/nutrition, paediatric health, family health, health research, global/international health, health policy and/or management, environmental health sciences, biostatistics, socio-medical, health education, epidemiology or other health related sciences is required.
    Experience
    A minimum of 8 years of professional experience in public health/nutrition planning and management and/or in relevant areas of maternal and neonatal health care, health emergency/humanitarian preparedness, at the international level some of which preferably in a developing country is required. Relevant experience in health/nutrition program/project development and management in any UN system agency or organization is an asset.
    Language
    Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language or a local language is an asset
    Competencies of Successful Candidate
    Core Values

    Commitment
    Diversity and inclusion
    Integrity

    Core competencies

    Communication (II)
    Working with people (II)
    Drive for results (II)

    Functional Competencies:

    Leading and supervising (I)
    Formulating strategies and concepts (II)
    Analyzing (III)
    Relating and networking (II)
    Deciding and Initiating action (II)
    Applying technical expertise (III)

    UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.

  • Procurement, Supply & Logistics Specialist

    Procurement, Supply & Logistics Specialist

    Purpose of Position
    If you are qualified Kenya National looking for a chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable Somali children while gaining opportunities for career growth, you are invited to apply for the above post of Procurement, Supply Chain Management Specialist with UNICEF Somalia based in Nairobi.
    If successful, you will be part of a dynamic and passionate team in Somalia and Nairobi that works together to improve the health, nutrition, water, sanitation, hygiene, and basic education of Somali girls and boys and protect them from violence, exploitation and abuse.
    How can you make a difference?
    Under the direct guidance of the Chief of Section and in collaboration with grant programme managers and under the technical guidance of the USSC Supply and Logistics section, the incumbent manages the supply and logistics operations of a complex nature with significant impact on programme delivery, services, supply and logistics, processes and systems, requiring advanced professional technical mastery and expertise in support of operations and programme objectives. Accountable for managing in collaboration with the USSC Supply and Logistics section effective planning, contracting, procurement, distribution, inventory management of UNICEF’s drug supplies, in support of the implementation of the Global Fund grants on HIV and malaria. 
    Summary of Key responsibilities:

    Procurement -20%

    Responsible for logistics/supply planning through coordination with Supply Section and developing Procurement and Supply   Management (PSM) plans. 
    Provides technical advice on specifications, supply and logistics arrangements facilitating cost-effective efficient procurement.
    Provide support during grant making by developing quantified supplies budget.

    Supply management – 20%

    Responsible for inventory monitoring and management and distribution of HIV/AIDS and Malaria drugs and related equipment.
    Track shipments, regularly create and communicate accurate inventory, aging and incoming supplies information.
    Monitor supplies in warehouse and conduct routine warehouse visits.
    Raise Release orders, coordinate with supply and logistics section, track and trace supplies to final destination at zonal warehouse.
    Approve and track invoices and monitor expiries and submit for PSB.
    Provide annual and quarterly procurement and distribution plans and work with USSC Supply and Logistics Team to update these plans on a regular basis.
    Support the programmes in developing supply plans for programme documents.

    Monitoring – 20%

    Conduct field visits, spot checks of PSM implementation and conduct mentorship and supportive-supervision.
    Regularly create and communicate accurate inventory tracking, inventory aging and incoming supplies information.
    Participate in On-site-data-verification and implementation of findings.
    Monitor the information management of supply chain partners; with particular focus on supply utilization and forecasting.

    Reporting – 20%

    Oversee the overall preparation of appropriate documentation and reporting.
    Ensure preparation of the supply status reports required for donor reports, budget reviews, programme analysis, annual reports, appeals, etc.

    Capacity Building – 10%

    In conjunction with USSC Supply and Logistics Section plan, design and conduct training for programme partners and counterparts in supply chain management, with particular focus on supply utilization and forecasting, distribution and inventory management of HIV/AIDS and Malaria drugs and related equipment in order to maximize supply delivery.

    Coordination – 10%

    Collaborate with USSC Supply and Logistics section to enhance supply network information management with particular emphasis on supply utilization and forecasting for HIV and Malaria grants.

    To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have

    An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in business, management, Supplies and logistics or a related field.A minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional working experience in supply/logistics management at the national and international levels, two years of which should be in developing countries.
    Working experience in Supply Management/Purchasing/Contracting of  (e.g. vaccine, equipment, medical supplies, contracts, customs function, taxation, insurance, etc.)
    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..
    Our 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 qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

  • Supply Specialist, NO-C

    Supply Specialist, NO-C

    The incumbent will be responsible for:
    Planning capacity development/optimization for supply chain management through coordination with Operations/Programme Sections;
    Develop and provide relevant technical materials on product specifications, supply and logistics processes to facilitate cost-effective efficient procurement, customs clearance, inventory management and distribution of supplies and equipment, in support of the country programme implementation;
    Develop Supply/Logistics capacity development component of the Country Programme, including optimum capacities for storage and distribution of supplies to all project sites.
    Plan, design and conduct training for UNICEF’s staff/consultants and counterparts in supply management, customs clearance, distribution and inventory management of supplies and equipment in order to maximize supply delivery
    Provide effective coaching to the staff/consultants on institutional service contract management: contract planning, terms of reference and evaluation criteria, monitoring contract deliverables, contract evaluation and closing contracts;
    Provide advice to the Country Office, government ministries, counties and other implementing partners on offshore and/or local procurement policies and procedures, delivery and utilization of UNICEF supplies and equipment; coordinate with the Supply Division, Copenhagen, on supply policy and/or activities;
    Coordinate with the Programme Section on supply planning, providing technical advice on procurement specifications and terms of reference; and supply and service administration as well as providing advice on requirements in the development of the supply and institutional service component of the Country Programme;
    Coordinate with Programs, field offices and counties on mechanisms for stock management and distribution, end-use and field trips, training opportunities and materials, optimising manpower and other resources for supply management.
    Oversees and coordinates the overall preparations for supply end-use monitoring and evaluation with Operations/Programme Sections, Field Offices and counties to achieve best monitoring results;
    Ensures timely preparation of and action on supply status & monitoring reports (including supply field trip reports) required for programme reviews and analysis, annual reports, appeals, etc;
    Interprets monitoring reports and makes recommendations to the country office for improvement of the supply chain impacted offshore and local procurement and delivery.
    Develop and maintain partnership and collaborative relations with other UNICEF offices, Government, and other UN agencies, multilateral and bilateral counterparts in supply and logistics activities including distribution, monitoring supply inputs and inventory.
    Oversees and coordinates the overall preparations for supply end-use monitoring and evaluation with Operations/Programme Sections, Field Offices and counties to achieve best monitoring result 
    Ensures timely preparation of and action on supply status & monitoring reports (including supply field trip reports) required for programme reviews and analysis, annual reports, appeals, etc;
    Interprets monitoring reports and makes recommendations to the country office for improvement of the supply chain impacted offshore and local procurement and delivery.
    Develop and maintain partnership and collaborative relations with other UNICEF offices, Government, and other UN agencies, multilateral and bilateral counterparts in supply and logistics activities including distribution, monitoring supply inputs and inventory.
    Monitor progress of offshore and/or regional procurement through regular contacts with the Action Office(s), and of institutional services with Operations/Programme Sections managing the contracts
    Communicate and report quality issues with respect to supplies and/or services agreements.
    Team with the Programme Section and other members of the Operations Section to monitor supply chain activities, procurement, shipping, customs clearance, storage and distribution of supplies and equipment.
    To qualify as a champion or advocate for every child you will have…
    Advanced university degree in Business Administration, Management, International Economics, Engineering, International Development, Contract/commercial Law or specialization in directly related areas including credited courses in supply, logistics, purchasing or contracting. Equivalent educational qualification in relevant areas (transport or logistics operations/management, supply management, etc.)
    At least Five years of relevant professional work experience. Work experience in supply, logistics, purchasing, contracting, administration and/or other related fields;
    Work experience in emergency duty station. Strong background in field monitoring and with  government institutions at central and local level.
    Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.
     Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of a local language in the duty station is an asset.

  • Health Manager

    Health Manager

    Purpose of the Position
    Under the overall guidance of the Chief of Section, accountable for the development, design, planning, implementation and management of the overall Maternal New-born and Child Health component of the country programme.
    As head of the unit, lead and supervise a group of professional staff to develop and administer the sectoral and/or inter-sectoral programmes with a view to integrating gender equality across all aspects of the country programme.
    Key Expected Results
    Data-driven and results-based management
    Lead timely, regular data-driven situational analyses (including epidemiological, gender equality and emergency assessments)
    Provide in-country leadership in data-driven prioritization and implementation of Health strategies and interventions;
    Provide technical and operational guidance and support to government and non-government partners;
    Champion results-based management;
    Monitor developments at the international, regional and decentralized levels;
    Understand Health needs of vulnerable or marginalized groups.
    Upstream activities
    Provide in-country leadership on Health policies, including advocacy in gender equality, emergency preparedness and response, with a particular focus on maternal, neonatal and child Survival;
    Play an active role in broader Health sector discussions such as Sector-wide Approaches (Swaps), Poverty Reduction Strategies etc;
    Advocate for and leverage resources for scaling-up and replication of effective maternal, neonatal and child Survival interventions;
    Provide technical leadership in the Health sector components of UNDAF and other UN harmonisation processes;
    In line with Paris Declaration commitments and the new aid modalities, ensure that the Health sector component of the country programme is fully aligned with national priorities and plans.
    Downstream activities
    Provide in-country technical and operational leadership and guidance on scaling-up key maternal, neonatal and child Survival interventions;
    Support the development, implementation and financing of detailed sectoral work-plans and budgets for scaling-up of maternal, neonatal and child Survival interventions;
    Ensure UNICEF country office’s readiness to deliver on the Health-related CCCs;
    Collaborate with Programme Communication Officer to ensure development of effective communication strategies to support community-based approaches and social mobilization efforts;
    Conduct field visits to monitor programmes and conduct periodic programme reviews with Government counterparts and other partners with particular emphasis on under-served populations;
    Document and disseminate lessons learned of scaling-up maternal, neonatal and child Survival interventions.
    Share good practices in gender equality programming, scaling up good practices at the national level.
    Monitoring, evaluation and reporting
    Collaborate with Monitoring and Evaluation officer to timely, efficiently, rigorously and transparently monitor, evaluate and report on Health program effectiveness and impact;
    Ensure programme, sectoral and/or inter-sectoral efficiency and delivery through a rigorous and transparent approach to evaluation;
    Participate in major evaluation exercises, programme reviews and annual sector review meetings with government and other counterparts;
    Provide support to, and participate in, national, participatory monitoring and evaluation activities in the Health sector, including for PRS, UNDAF, SWAp, etc;
    Support the preparation of the annual Health sector status reports;
    Ensure corrective action is undertaken to address bottlenecks identified during evaluation exercises;
    Submit transparent and timely reporting to donors and other partners.
    Accountability
    Ensure UNICEF, government and non-government staff understand and comply with UNICEF’s financial rules including emergency fast-track procedures;
    In close collaboration with Operations and Supply staff, regularly monitor and report on use of supplies and other resources donated to the government and non-government partners;
    Certify disbursements of funds;
    Collaborate with the Operations Section and Government authorities to establish and maintain sound internal controls supportive of Health programme or sectoral planning and implementation, to coordinate financial and supply management requirements as well as to ensure accountability;
    Monitor and submit financial status reports to management in compliance with the regulations and guidelines;
    Ensure corrective action is undertaken to address bottlenecks identified during the above monitoring.
    Knowledge management
    Document and disseminate lessons learned;
    Develop and implement country-specific national capacity building strategies;
    Explore areas and opportunities for staff development, including training and opportunities for cross fertilization with UNICEF staff from other country programmes;
    Provide technical leadership and coordination of relevant operational research, thus contributing to the knowledge base in MNCH.
    Rights-based programmes through Results-Based Approach
    Ensure UNICEF, government and non-government staff understand and apply right-based approaches to programming and humanitarian principles;
    Promote the quality of rights-based Health programmes through the formulation of programme goals and strategies and approaches, using results-based planning methodology and terminology.
    Bring coherence, synergy and added value to sectoral or programme management processes using a results-based management approach to planning and design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
    Promotion of UNICEF’s global goals
    Coordinate with UNICEF Regional Advisers and HQ Officers to ensure country office strategies are aligned with global and regional strategies;
    Actively engage in national and international policy dialogue in the Health sector.
    Effectively communicate on and advocate for the promotion of UNICEF’s global goals;
    Collaborate with Communication Officer to ensure development of effective communication materials and strategies to support advocacy and fundraising efforts;
    Leverage the strength of UNICEF mission, goals and programmes;
    Reinforce partnerships to further UNICEF global goals;
    Partnerships and leveraging resources
    Maintain close working relationships with other UNICEF sectors, particularly nutrition, HIV and WASH, and programme communication to ensure integration of the Health programme with other sectors;
    Establish active and participatory partnerships with key Health sector stakeholders (Government, WHO, other UN agencies, NGOs, bilateral agencies, donors and national and international academic institutions) and interact with them at different stages of Health programme design and implementation;
    Liaise with UNICEF NatComs and other donors as appropriate, to secure programme funding;
    Provide technical support and guidance on appropriate technical, financial and institutional capacity building capacities to achieve Health programme goals;
    Utilise the partnerships with stakeholders to leverage resources for Health, particularly Child Survival.
    Qualifications of Successful Candidate
    Education
    Advanced degree in one of the disciplines relevant to the following areas: Medicine, Public Health, Pediatrics Health, Health Research, International Health, Health Policy and Management, Environmental Health Sciences, Family Health, Biostatistics, Socio-medical Sciences, Epidemiology, Health Education, or a field relevant to international development assistance in Health.
    Work Experience
    A minimum of 8 years of relevant professional work experience. Field work experience. Experience in facilitating technical support in health related emergency and humanitarian preparedness. Experience in programme/project management, and UNICEF policies and strategy to address conflicts, natural disasters, and recovery.
    Experience working in the UN or other international development organization an asset.
    Demonstrated experience in newborn care programming an asset.
    Background/familiarity with Emergency and gender mainstreaming.
    Language
    Fluency in English and a second UN working language. A good knowledge of local working language of the duty station an asset.         
    Competencies of Successful Candidate
    Core Values
    Commitment
    Diversity and Inclusion
    Integrity
    Core Competencies
    Communication  [ II ] 
    Working with People   [ II ]      
    Drive for Results   [ II ]  
    Functional Competencies
    Leading and Supervising    [ I ]                      
    Formulating Strategies and Concepts [ II ]
    Analyzing   [ III] 
    Relating and Networking [ II ]
    Deciding and Initiating Action [ II ]
    Applying Technical Expertise [ III ]
    Technical Knowledge  [ III ]
    a) Specific Technical Knowledge Required [ I ]
    Child, neonatal or maternal health care •  Health system planning and management
    Health Economics and Financing
    Public Health training material development and conduct of training programme
    Public Health, International Health, Health Policy and Management, Environmental Health Sciences, Family Health
    Health Research, Biostatistics, Socio-medical Sciences, Epidemiology
    Health Education, Health Promotion and Disease Prevention, Educational Interventions in Health Care
    Knowledge Management
    Inter-sectoral programme linkage and coordination
    Rights-based and Results-based approach and programming in UNICEF.
    UNICEF programme policy, procedures and guidelines.
    Mid-Term Strategic Plan.
     b) Common Technical Knowledge Required  [ II ]
    Child and Maternal Health •  Health Promotion and Disease Prevention                   
    Public Health •  Educational Interventions in Health Care
    Health Financing •  Knowledge Management
    Environmental Health •  Health Education                                          
    Computer software application, including word processing, spreadsheet and corporate software packages
    General knowledge of:
    Methodology of programme/project management
    Programmatic goals, visions, positions, policies and strategies in Health
    Knowledge of global health issues, specifically relating to children and women, and the current trends, methods and approaches.
    Policies and strategy to address national and global health issues, particularly relating to conflicts, natural disasters, and recovery.
    Emergency programme policies, goals, strategies and approaches.
    Gender equality and diversity awareness.
    c) Technical Knowledge to be Acquired/Enhanced (for the Job) [ II ]
    UN policies and strategy to address international humanitarian issues and the responses
    UN common approaches to programmatic issues and UNICEF positions
    UN Reform processes and outcomes and implications of the Paris Declaration
    UN security operations and guidelines
    UNSECORD training for members of Security Management Team
    UNICEF policies, strategies promoting and supporting gender equality and diversity

  • Staff Counselor, P-3

    Staff Counselor, P-3

    Major Duties and Responsibilities
    1. The Staff Counsellor will identify activities aimed at raising awareness about healthy work practices; improving the work-life balance of UNICEF staff; facilitating the provision of assistance to staff experiencing work-related and/or personal problems; facilitating the provision of immediate support following a traumatic incident.
    2. The Staff Counsellor will work in coordination with the network of other UN counsellors available in the duty station. Frequent field missions and close collaboration with Chiefs Field Offices, HR Managers, Deputy Representative and Chiefs of Operations are required.
    3. Under the general guidance and day to day management of the Regional Staff Counsellor and in collaboration with the Representatives and HR Managers, facilitate the provision of effective psycho-social support to staff leadership, managers and individual staff members prioritizing the most isolated locations within primarily South Sudan and secondarily Burundi and Madagascar to mitigate stress and boost protective factors by providing support and advice to the leadership and managers in offices on healthy work practices and approaches on how to effectively support staff and encourage resilience.
    Recommend suitable staff support strategies to managers during and following emergencies and other crises. Providing staff with individual and/or group counselling as needed (i.e. assessment, short-term intervention, and referral).
    Facilitating the treatment of psychiatric disorders primarily through referrals, including to the medical services division, and through guidance to supervisors and senior management, where appropriate;
    Coordinate with the Security Advisor and UNDSS, agency counsellors and Peer Support Volunteers (PSV), to ensure the provision of adequate psychosocial support during emergencies.
    Assess and monitor psycho-social needs and issues affecting the wellbeing of staff.5. The Staff Counsellor will be responsible for:
    4. Provide Critical Incident Stress Management to groups- and/or individual staff following critical incidents. A holistic approach to critical incident management is used and may include services such as practical support, psycho-education, psychological first aid, and strategic advice to leadership.
    5. The Staff Counsellor will be responsible for:
    Contacting the affected staff member(s) and offering information about typical stress reactions, support- and referral information
    Facilitating appropriate traumatic stress interventions, following a critical incident or traumatic event.
    Recommending and arranging for individual and/or group follow-up support to staff.
    Developing relevant and innovative support tools to provide remote support for staff member’s well-being. 
    6. Training and awareness raising on Staff Well-Being related topics:
    Explore and contribute to the development of new modalities, such as e-learning and webinars, which make awareness raising material available and attractive to all staff
    Cooperate with the Regional office to integrate subjects such as healthy work practices, managing stress and trauma, building resiliency etc. into learning strategies.
    7. Support to the Peer Support Volunteers (PSV) Network in country
    Provide regular supervision and training to PSV’s.
    Provide case by case support to PSV’s as needed.
    8. Monitoring and oversight:  Provide on a quarterly basis statistics and trends on issues related to staff well-being, whilst maintaining confidentiality.  Alert the Representatives and HR Managers on trends that may be of concern in the office requiring targeted support or Managerial intervention. Capture lessons learnt and best practices for dissemination as appropriate
    9. Any other duties, as assigned by the supervisor
    Qualifications of Successful Candidate
    1. Education
    Advanced University degree in counselling, clinical psychology or related mental health profession. Additional training or certification in staff support and traumatic / critical incident stress as well as a broad range of related fields, such as alcohol/substance abuse, family counselling, training, stress management. A first university degree, professional certification in addition to the appropriate years of relevant experience may be taken in lieu of an advanced University degree.
    *First university degree with additional two-years of relevant work experience is acceptable in lieu of an advanced university degree.
    2. Work Experience
    Minimum five years of national and especially international professional experience in staff support, mental health, cross cultural communications, counselling, and related areas.
    3. Language
    Fluency in French and English
    Competencies of Successful Candidate
    Quickly builds rapport with individuals and groups
    maintains an effective network of individuals across organizational departments.
    Able to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
    Sets high standards for quality of work.
    Discretion and high regard for confidentiality.
    Keen social awareness and judgment
    An empathic non-judgmental clinical approach;
    Strong communication/interpersonal skills;
    Resourcefulness and awareness pertaining to common counselling caveats (e.g. overzealous client advocacy, burnout, etc.);
    Collegiality;
    Awareness of the need for self-care and personal counselling;
    Prudence in adhering to professional boundaries (administering only those services for which supervised training has been administered).
    1. Core Values
    Commitment
    Diversity and Inclusion
    Integrity
    2. Core Competencies
    Communication
    Working with People
    Drive for Results
    3. Functional Competencies
    Leading and Supervising
    Formulating Strategies and Concepts
    Analyzing
    Relating and Networking
    Persuading and Influencing
    Creating and Innovating