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  • Internal Audit Manager (Outsourced and Co-sourced Internal Audit Services), P-4 Programme Associate, (Programme Implementation), GS-6

    Internal Audit Manager (Outsourced and Co-sourced Internal Audit Services), P-4 Programme Associate, (Programme Implementation), GS-6

    How can you make a difference?

    The purpose of the Manager of Out/Co-source Internal Audit Services to facilitate, oversee, and coordinate implementation of the Information Communication and Technology (ICT) audit strategy, assess ICT risks and controls across UNICEF’s ICT landscape, and manage the execution of ICT audit engagements.

    Key Accountabilities

    ICT Audit Strategy and Plan:

    Under the supervision and guidance of Chief Audit, the Manager of Out/Co-source Internal Audit Services will:

    Develop and update OIAI’s ICT audit strategy and plan, ensuring that these focus on significant risks and there is strong business case for the Deputy/Director of OIAI to identify and allocate the require resources to execute the plan and strategy.
    Develop and maintain a pool/roster of subject matter experts (both external and internal to UNICEF) to support the execution of OIAI ICT audit strategy and plan.
    Develop tools and guidance that would be used by OIAI staff to assess ICT-related risks of their respective engagements as well as obtain adequate assurance on the design adequacy and operating effectiveness of ICT controls.
    Manage ICT audits in highly technical areas of current/emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, technology for development initiatives, various cloud environments, IT service operation, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, privacy, and related processes.
    Vendor Selection:

    Under the supervision and guidance of Chief Audit, the Manager of Out/Co-source Internal Audit Services will:

    Develop Terms of Reference (ToR) or tasks orders that would be used to hire subject matter experts.
    Obtain and process OIAI staff input pertaining to ToRs.
    Promptly process Supply Division’s queries on ToRs that OIAI provides to them.
    Work closely with OIAI Administrative Unit to ensure ToRs are promptly provided to the Supply Division and the Supply Division promptly issues requests for proposals (RFPs) accurately reflecting contents of the ToRs.
    Promptly process and address queries from potential vendors in respect of the RFP.
    Lead technical evaluations of bids, develop drafts of technical evaluation reports, process inputs from evaluation team members and provide the report to the Supply Division.
    Based on the results of technical and financial evaluations of bids, advice the Deputy/Director of OIAI on the suitable vendors to select.
    Work with the Supply Division and the Legal Office to process waivers requests and amicably resolve matters raised by potential awardees in respect of any general terms and conditions of UNICEF contracts.
    Engagement and Vendor Management

    The Manager Of Out/Co-source Internal Audit Services Will Facilitate, Oversee, And Coordinate Execution Of ICT Engagements By Consultants Hired By OIAI, Ensuring That

    The consultants are adequately briefed about relevant UNICEF structures, strategic objectives and priorities, initiatives, operations, etc. before they direct begin to directly engage auditees to manage risk of audit fatigue and build rapport and increase the likelihood of a productive working relationship with the auditee.
    The consultants have prompt access to relevant auditees’ staff, documents, and systems.
    UNICEF-unique contexts are accurately considered in planning, executing, and reporting in respect of the out/co-sourced engagement.
    Relevant OIAI standards and procedures and/or relevant professional standards are adhered to.
    Auditees and OIAI’s views are appropriately reflected in the planning, execution and reporting in respect of the out/co-sourced engagement.
    The consultant’s engagement scope, objectives are aligned with the relevant ToR or task order and proposed methodology and approach support achievement of the engagement objectives.
    The consultant maintains accurate records of meetings and other interactions with auditee by participating in key meetings that they have with auditees.
    Milestones in the engagement plan approved by OIAI are effectively monitored to increase scope for their achievement.
    OIAI reporting format and templates are utilized.
    The performance of the consultants is effectively monitored and evaluated in compliance with relevant UNICEF policies and procedures.
    Engagement Workpapers and Monitoring of Actions

    The Manager Of Out/Co-source Internal Audit Services Will Ensure

    Working papers of the consultants are uploaded in OIAI Audit Management System, TeamMate+ and cross-referenced to engagement report.
    Agreed actions and recommendations are accurately recorded in OIAI Audit Management System, TeamMate+.
    Implementation of agreed actions and recommendations are promptly monitored, evidence of implementation provided by auditees is evaluated and OIAI Audit Management System, TeamMate+ is promptly and accurately updated in respect of the implementation status of the recommendations.
    Innovation, Knowledge Management and Capacity Development
    Contribute to OIAI’s risk-based work planning activities, development of professional internal audit policies, procedures, and change initiatives.
    Participate in professional development activities, and other activities as required.

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

    An advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, finance, economics, accounting, risk management, information technology, or another related field is required. Certification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) or equivalent may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.
    At least eight years of progressively responsible relevant professional experience in internal, external auditing, ICT auditing, or managing the development, rollout, and support of ICT services is required.
    Fluency in English is required. A working knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.
    Ability to navigate through a complex ICT landscape and assess key ICT risks is required.
    Experience in developing and executing ICT audit strategy is required.
    Good relationship management skills – managing relationships with vendors is required.
    Broad based ICT audit technical skill sets is required (e.g., IT Governance, staffing and operational structure, software development and deployment, artificial intelligence, technology for development initiatives, good knowledge of cloud environments such as Azure or AWS, IT service operations, Response and Recovery mechanisms, IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, privacy, and related processes.)
    Good knowledge of commonly used ICT audit frameworks and methodologies (e.g., COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001, ITIL etc.) is required.
    High level of proficiency and good experience in managing ICT audits and assessing ICT risks is required.
    Good experience managing ICT audit consultants, vendors and staff is required.
    Experience in managing the development, rollout, and support of ICT services is desirable.
    IT project management experience is an asset.
    Relevant ICT experience obtained by working in development financial institutions and/or the United Nations System is highly desirable.

    Deadline: 11 Jul 2024

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  • Human Resources Officer (Learning and Development), P-2

    Human Resources Officer (Learning and Development), P-2

    How can you make a difference? 
    The HR Officer reports to the HR Manager for close guidance and supervision. The HR Officer provides support to the supervisor and colleagues in the unit by executing HR services through applying knowledge of theoretical HR models, as well as understanding organizational HR policies and procedures. The incumbent will be focusing on the areas of Learning and Development, Performance, and Career management.
    Summary of key functions/accountabilities:
    Strategic Human Resources

    Liaise with the HQ Divisions, and regional and country offices to support and contribute to corporate HR strategy formulation and global implementation.
    Provide feedback and make recommendations on the establishment and improvement of HR systems, policies, and processes.
    Keep abreast, research, benchmark, and implement best and cutting-edge practices in HR management contribute to the development of global policies, and procedures, and introduce innovation through sharing of best practices and knowledge learned.

    Support to Implementation of assigned Human Resources Services

    Provide support to various or one specific HR occupation (career development, performance management, data analytics, learning & development, etc.) to help their supervisors implement efficient client services that help either attract, retain, and/or motivate staff of the highest caliber.
    When assigned casework in the relevant area on either a routine or non-routine basis, analyze and synthesize issues and problems, and interpret, and establish, formal guidelines to address and recommend solutions or further actions required.

    Learning and Capacity Development

    In collaboration with business owners, support the design and delivery of learning plans for staff. Serves as a Secretary to the Staff Development Committee.
    Contribute to the mapping of competencies for all staff included in the assigned client portfolio, assisting in the development of a comprehensive framework in support of the development of the talent pipeline. Develop and implement a structured approach to career development counseling.
    Research efficient and cost-effective learning products that enable staff to develop their skills and competencies. Assess and monitor training impact on the delivery of results for children.
    Participate as a resource person in capacity-building initiatives to enhance the competencies of clients/stakeholders.
    Provide orientation briefing to new staff.

    HR Data Analytics

    Collect, interpret, and analyze HR data to help inform decision-making on HR processes and strategies.
    Support the development and implementation of data collection systems to optimize data quality.
    Coordinate with country offices and partners to provide assistance in their HR information management.

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

    Education: A university degree in human resource management, business management, psychology, or another related field is required.
    Work Experience: At least 2 years of relevant work experience in human resource management in an international organization and/or large corporation is required.
    Skills: Advanced knowledge of the principles and concepts of human resources management; Ability to identify issues, conduct rigorous research, and make conclusions and recommendations; Excellent knowledge of information technology systems and tools.
    Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language or the local language of the duty station is considered an asset.

    Desirable:

    Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency.

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  • WASH Specialist (Emergency), Fixed Term, P-4, Nairobi, Kenya, Eastern & Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO)

    WASH Specialist (Emergency), Fixed Term, P-4, Nairobi, Kenya, Eastern & Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO)

    About the job

    The WASH Specialist (Emergency) reports to the Regional Adviser for general guidance and leads in the development, preparation, management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Emergency WASH component of the Regional WASH programme.
    The WASH Specialist also provides technical guidance and management support to ensure the achievement of the WASH-related output results in the regional WASH programme. In addition, the Specialist provides advisory services to country offices and sector support agencies and interacts with government at senior levels and with senior staff in the International Development Corporations and agencies.

    How can you make a difference?

    The WASH – Emergency Specialist will work under the direction and guidance of the Regional Advisor WASH, to coordinate and support Country Offices in Eastern and Southern Africa Region for formulation, design, planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluation of WASH humanitarian programme and interventions and as well as to improve WASH preparedness, coordination and response for emergency situations as per the Core Commitment for children and within the Humanitarian Reform/Clusters framework.
    The incumbent will promote and assist countries in addressing the issue of climate change and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) in order to strengthen sustainable development.
    She/he will support Country Offices identifying gender inequalities and in implementing programmes to eliminate inequalities.

    Key Functions, Accountabilities And Related 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/project Planning, Development and Management
    Enhance effective programme, sectoral or inter-sectoral, planning including DRR, development and management by leading, guiding, coordinating and supporting the timely completion of the Situational Analysis and its periodic update, addressing gender inequalities and determinants of inequalities and vulnerabilities to disasters through accurate and complete monitoring and analysis, and the timely preparation or finalization of sectoral input.
    Ensure inclusion and delivery on sectoral leadership responsibilities including leadership and facilitation of the IASC WASH Cluster.
    Knowledge Management
    Promote knowledge management by exchange of knowledge, information, situation analysis, experience, tools and lessons learned on DRR and Clusters experience.
    Promote knowledge sharing and technical input or recommendations on major programme directions and on introduction of new DRR initiatives in the country.
    Promote lessons learned in addressing inequalities and gender inequalities.
    Advise the Regional Advisor on appropriate training and professional development opportunities for WASH staff.
    Rights-Based Programme with Results-Based Approach
    Promote the quality of rights-based WASH programme and programmes through participation in the formulation of programme/project goals, strategies and approaches. Bring coherence, synergy and added value to programme 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 project management, implementation and monitoring of assigned project/sectoral activity, in compliance with the defined project strategies and approaches, with an emphasis on promoting approaches to reducing gender inequalities, achieving gender mainstreaming and with a DRR approach.
    Programme Management, Delivery, Evaluation and Reporting
    Ensure programme 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 WASH sector status reports. Ensure adequate and transparent evaluation of disaster preparedness and response.
    Promotion of UNICEF’s Global Goals
    Promote the organization goals of UNICEF through advocacy and policy dialogue through active engagement in communication, networking and participation at every opportunity inside and outside UNICEF, leveraging the strength of UNICEF mission, goals and programmes, and with reference to the WASH Strategy.
    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.
    Advocate for due attention and support to be given to environmental and sustainable development issues (pertaining to WASH) in all sectors and line ministries.
    Ensure adequate attention is given to Disaster Risk Management, including emergency preparedness.
    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 WASH 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 including for DRR.
    Overall coordination with Regional Advisers and HQ Officers. Collaborate with other Project or Programme or Emergency Officers to ensure the integration of the project/sectoral programme with other sectors.
    Collaborate with the Operations and Supply Sections and Government authorities to establish and maintain sound internal controls supportive of WASH programme or sectoral 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 WASH 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 WASH programme goals.
    Facilitate sectoral orientation on DRR and the ‘Cluster Approach,’ and ensure leadership and coordination of the IASC WASH Cluster through disaster preparedness and response, whilst simultaneously ensuring delivery on the CCCs by the UNICEF WASH programme.

    To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have

    An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in relevant fields such as public health, water supply, social sciences, environmental sciences or a field relevant to international WASH related development assistance.
    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.
    Additional training in Health Education or Communication for Development (Programme Communication), is an asset.
    A minimum of eight of progressively responsible relevant professional experience in the UN or other international development organization, national government or the private sector.

    Developing Country Experience Required.
    Background/familiarity with Emergency (preparedness and response) and the IASC Cluster approach.

    Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.
    Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French and/or Portuguese is an asset.

    UNICEF Competencies Required For This Post Are…

    Builds and maintains partnerships
    Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness
    Drive to achieve results for impact
    Innovates and embraces change
    Manages ambiguity and complexity
    Thinks and acts strategically
    Works collaboratively with others.

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  • Planning Specialist, Fixed Term, P-3, Nairobi, Kenya, Eastern & Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO) Generic Vacancy Announcement for Consultancy Roster: Polio Outbreak Response Technical Lead /Coordinator Generic Vacancy Announcement for Consultancy Roster: Polio Outbreak Response Social and Behaviour Change Communication Consultant

    Planning Specialist, Fixed Term, P-3, Nairobi, Kenya, Eastern & Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO) Generic Vacancy Announcement for Consultancy Roster: Polio Outbreak Response Technical Lead /Coordinator Generic Vacancy Announcement for Consultancy Roster: Polio Outbreak Response Social and Behaviour Change Communication Consultant

    Summary of key functions and accountabilities
    Quality assurance of Country Office-level planning, reviews and reporting

    Provide technical assistance and conduct quality assurance/assessment of key planning/monitoring/reporting processes/products of COs.
    Contribute to quality assurance of new country programme development, including the review of related Country Programme planning documents, keeping in view the lessons learned and recommendations of the Country Programme Evaluations.  
    Support the digital work planning module rollout process for ESARO and COs, including facilitating training of trainer sessions and assisting with follow-up needs.
    Support the on-going annual CO work-planning process using the digital work planning platform in RAM.
    Support the resolution of corporate system-related issues in CO planning in coordination with ESARO and HQ experts. Support the section in ESAR peer reviews and rights- and results-based management (RRBM) activities as needed.

    Support to quality programme planning, reviews and reporting of the ESARO

    Provide technical support to the ESARO sections on the digital work-planning in RAM.
    Support the organization of ESARO annual and mid-year programme planning and review processes.
    Prepare quality reports of all internal ESARO milestone planning/review meetings.
    Support in development of the Regional Office Annual Report, coordinating inputs from all RO sections.

    Support to regional milestone meetings

    Support the section in the organization of regional leadership platforms such as Regional Management Team (RMT) meeting, Deputy Representatives’ (DREP) meeting, and any others that may be called by the Office of Regional Director.
    Prepare timely and quality reports from RMT and DREP meetings.
    Conduct feedback surveys on milestone meetings, and support its analysis and presentation to the Office of the Regional Director.

    Support to Collaboration for Children (“C4C”, the ESA regional priorities)

    Support the section in the regional implementation of the C4C, including revision of documents, organization of review meetings and the upkeep of the related SharePoint, and any other associated requirements.

    Support administrative needs in ESARO planning

    Support the organization of the ESARO Programme Coordination Team meetings, and any others that may be called by the Office of the Regional Director.
    In collaboration with the ESARO HR Section, manage the ESARO editor/writer individual LTAs.    

    Minimum requirements:

    Education: An advanced university degree in social sciences, economics, public policy, international development, statistics, or research methods is required.  
    Work Experience: Five years of progressively responsible professional work experience at national and international levels in planning, reporting, research or a related technical area.
    Proven experience of synthesizing highly technical information from different sources and making it accessible to a wider audience.
    Proven ability to identify emerging trends and themes from a body of knowledge and use it to inform policy and programming.
    Proven ability to conceptualize, plan and execute ideas as well as transfer knowledge and skills.
    Proven writing skills, with an ability to convey complex ideas in a clear, direct, and lively style.
    Excellent knowledge of online collaborative tools with the ability to adapt quickly to technological changes and foster use of appropriate digital and online collaborative tools and technologies.
    Experience in reporting on qualitative and quantitative analytics.

    Desirables:

    Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency. 

    The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

    Builds and maintains partnerships
    Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness
    Drive to achieve results for impact
    Innovates and embraces change
    Manages ambiguity and complexity
    Thinks and acts strategically
    Works collaboratively with others 

    Deadline: 14 Jul 2024

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  • Consultancy Roster: Polio Outbreak Response Technical Lead /Coordinator Consultancy Roster: Polio Outbreak Response Social and Behaviour Change Communication Consultant

    Consultancy Roster: Polio Outbreak Response Technical Lead /Coordinator Consultancy Roster: Polio Outbreak Response Social and Behaviour Change Communication Consultant

    How can you make a difference?

    Under the supervision of the UNICE Country Office (Reporting lines be determined by the country team country as appropriate for the context), the UNICEF Polio Outbreak Response Technical Lead is responsible for the overall coordination of the UNICEF polio outbreak response across the core accountabilities of vaccine management and Social and Behaviour Change (SBC). The Polio Outbreak Response Technical Lead will work collaboratively with the UNICEF Health/ Immunization, SBC Programmes, and operation team (supply, finance, HR) to deliver effective and efficient outbreak response in collaboration with the government through health authorities and other partners, including the GPEI Coordinator.
    The Polio Outbreak Response Technical Lead will be deployed to countries as part of the Rapid Response and/or the Surge Team.

    Key accountabilities and responsibilities will be determined for each deployment, but may include:

    Support the UNICEF country office with strategic and operational oversight of polio outbreak response operations, particularly in the areas of coordination, vaccine social management, Social behavior change, and resource management. Ensure that they address the population’s needs and are aligned with the government/Ministry of Health (MOH) plans and strategies and the polio outbreak response SOPs.
    Ensure internal coordination between various sections and field offices within UNICEF on preparing and implementing polio outbreak response.
    Represent UNICEF at in-country GPEI meetings and EOC to provide direct feedback to the GPEI about outbreak response progress, challenges, and viable solutions.
    Foster close coordination with MOH, in-country health and other partners, and regional offices and HQs and assist in organizing regular coordination meetings, teleconferences, and updates.
    Coordinate UNICEF inputs on developing a national outbreak response plan, including a budget, chronogram of activities, and human resources (HR) surge plan, in collaboration with the GPEI coordinator and the Incident Manager of the EOC. Periodically adjust and adapt the plan as needed.
    Collaborate with the EOC and GPEI coordinator and the internal team to establish outbreak response structures that include the four components of outbreak response: outbreak investigation, outbreak response immunization, and strengthening routine immunization.
    Collaborate with MOH/EOC /WHO/UNICEF teams to produce updates on outbreak response activities (e.g., SITREPS, bulletins, inputs for donors’ reports and newsletters) for distribution to relevant partners.
    Collaborate with MOH/EOC/WHO/UNICEF teams to organize periodic external outbreak response assessments.
    Collaborate with MOH/EOC/WHO/UNICEF teams to document the closure of the outbreak.
    Collaborate with MOH/EOC/WHO/UNICEF teams to assess the security situation in the geographic areas included in the response; as necessary, engage appropriate partners to discuss special strategies and resources for insecure areas.
    Collaborate with the communications team to ensure the preparation of an overall outbreak response communication plan and the appropriate content of advocacy and messaging strategies.
    Collaborate with the logistics and vaccine management team to ensure the preparation and implementation of the overall outbreak response vaccine management plan.
    Collaborate with the Outbreak Operations Manager to ensure that the logistical aspects of the outbreak response, especially financing and HR, are managed optimally.
    Review and clear donor products and provide strategic guidance on resource mobilization and proposal development.
    Undertake other assignments and responsibilities as requested by country offices, regional Offices, and other partners to support the successful response to the outbreak.

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

    An advanced university degree in one or more of the disciplines relevant to the area of expertise in Medicine, public Health, Communication, or Sociology. At least two years of additional relevant work experience in the same field may be considered in lieu of a master’s degree.
    At least five years of professional work experience in outbreak response, routine immunization, public health, and other relevant programs at national and international levels.
    Demonstrated experience providing technical assistance to governments on the implementation of outbreak responses (polio)
    Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams (communication and vaccine management) for vaccination campaigns. Experience in polio eradication is an asset.
    Emergency work experience is an asset.
    Familiarity with the UN system and Public Health Emergencies, such as Polio Eradication, Cholera, and Ebola, is desired.
    Willingness to immediately take up the assignment.
    Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
    Fluency in one of the following languages is required: English, French, Arabic, or Portuguese. Fluency in any other UN language is an asset.

    Personal Skills And Qualities
    Applicants must be able to demonstrate:

    Strong self-awareness and ability to self-manage and operate safely and securely in rapidly changing emergency contexts.
    Drive to achieve impactful results and ability to work effectively in a diverse and multi-cultural team to achieve goals.
    Ability to develop new and nurture existing internal and external networks, partnerships, and relationships that deliver results.
    Ability to communicate confidently and persuasively, orally and in writing.
    Ability to analyze information, solve problems, and make decisions in complex, challenging, and rapidly evolving environments.
    Ability to think and act strategically at the highest levels of personal integrity and commitment to adhering to required standards of conduct and behavior.
    A willingness and commitment to serve the children and their communities affected by disasters despite potential hardship and personal sacrifice.

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  • Nutrition Specialist (Food Systems, Overweight Prevention and School Age and Adolescent Nutrition), P4

    Nutrition Specialist (Food Systems, Overweight Prevention and School Age and Adolescent Nutrition), P4

    How can you make a difference?

    The Nutrition Specialist will provide substantive support to the Regional Adviser Nutrition for the work of the Nutrition Section, in terms of authoritative technical assistance and advocacy, oversight on implementation of multi-country grants and quality assurance to the FS/OW/SACA-N aspects of nutrition programs in countries, contribution to the regional aspects of the nutrition section’s work on FS/OW/SACA-N, including development of tools and guidance, innovation, evidence generation, analysis and knowledge development, exchange and thought leadership.
    The Nutrition Specialist will also contribute to partnerships with regional economic commissions (RECs) in the region, as well as with other stakeholders including UN agencies, NGOs, donors, academia, technical institutions and others on FS/OW/SACA-N.
    The Nutrition Specialist will provide authoritative technical guidance and management support throughout the regional and country programming processes to facilitate the achievement of concrete and sustainable results in FS/OW/SACA-N programs/projects according to plans, allocation, results based-management (RBM) approaches and methodology and UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework.

    Key Function, Accountabilities, And Related Duties/tasks

    Management and advisory support to the Regional Adviser, Nutrition
    Programme development and planning
    Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results
    Advisory services and technical support
    Advocacy, networking and partnership building
    Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

    To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
    Education
    Minimum requirements:

    Advanced university degree in Public Health, Nutrition (preferably with specialized training in one or more of the following: public health and nutrition planning, health and nutrition education, health care system management, epidemiology, food systems, food policy, overweight and NCD prevention), Epidemiology, Social Policy, Social Development, Social Anthropology, Community Development, Food Policy, or other relevant disciplines.

    Work Experience

    At least Eight (8) years of professional work experience at the national and international levels in planning, programming, implementation, research, monitoring and evaluation of nutrition programmes. Professional work experience in a managerial/leadership position, or a technical expert position.
    Developing country work experience.
    Relevant experience in program/project development and management in any UN system agency or organization is an asset.
    Background/familiarity and specific work experience on food systems, overweight prevention and school age and adolescent nutrition.

    Language Requirements: Fluency in English and another UN language
    Desirables

    Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency.

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  • National Individual Consultancy – Social and Behavior Change Immunization, Nairobi, Kenya

    National Individual Consultancy – Social and Behavior Change Immunization, Nairobi, Kenya

    Activities and Tasks

    Under the technical supervision of the SBC Specialist and working in close coordination with the Health Specialist and county focal points, the consultant will provide timely SBC technical guidance and support the successful implementation of integrated routine immunization SBC activities.

    The main activities include the following:

    Review the GAVI CDS3 proposal, Kenya, strategy documents, plans, result framework, performance monitoring plan and recent county data and map SBC activities, bottlenecks and capacity gaps and develop a roadmap for providing technical guidance and support across the country.
    Support counties and implementing partners to undertake/ analyze existing county situation/problem assessment and a communication (participant, behavior and channel) analysis to inform the design, review and formulation of county SBC implementation plans.
    Orient the County Health Management Team and implementing partners on SBC and provide technical guidance/support in developing/reviewing, implementing, coordinating, monitoring and reporting on county SBC plans.
    Working with CHMTs and implementing partners, explore and promote a social accountability mechanism for improving immunization reporting.
    Contextualize the communication and advocacy interventions by creating county county-specific messaging matrix and support the development and dissemination of county-based IEC packages.
    Co-ordinate with UNICEF partners and consultants to ensure the communication and mass media content is running on media platforms, including the community radios (Digiredio) ensuring complementary two-way community engagement both on air and on the ground while mobilizing community members to utilize routine immunization services by disseminating clear, credible and consistent multi-media messages.
    Support NVIP disseminate the Routine Immunization communication guidelines, RCCE and interpersonal communication guide and other key NVIP documents.
    Participate in GAVI and NVIP coordination meetings within UNICEF and at the county level as appropriate and report back on the key SBC issues and action points.
    Facilitate documentation and dissemination of good practices and lessons learned.
    Prepare monthly reports, and a final consultancy report including progress on SBC outcome(s), lessons learned, gaps and recommendations.

    Expected Deliverables
    The consultant will provide the following deliverables:

    Work plan, results framework, and monitoring plan for integrated Routine Immunization.
    Messaging matrix and IEC packages for integrated SBC dissemination plan.
    SBC Capacity building plans for counties and partners
    SBC Capacity building implementation report.
    Mass Media campaign, execution and demonstrated utilization of community radios and IPC.
    NVIP national SBC strategy
    Documentation of good practices, and facilitation of videography, where required
    Final consultancy report, summarizing SBC achievements in each county, lessons learned, gaps and recommendations.

    Deliverables
    Tasks/Milestones

    Review NVIP strategic documents, plans, recent county immunization data, map SBC activities, bottlenecks and capacity gaps and develop a work plan/roadmap for providing technical guidance and support.
    Identification of youth and religious partners to mobilize communities and create demand for immunization services
    Support NVIP in the dissemination of the Gender and Immunization report and finalize (ready for Print) IPC guide, RI Communication guide, and RI guide for CHPs and ensure the integration with C-19 and PHC is aligned.
    Capacity building of county, national, and implementing partners. This includes a BeSD assessment and a communication (participant, behavior, and channel) analysis to inform the design and formulation of county SBC plans.
    As appropriate, participate in Immunization coordination meetings within UNICEF and at the county level and report on the key SBC issues and action points.
    Convene a national meeting with all vaccine service providers and implementing partners and share the vaccine roadmap for partner compliance and support.

    Deliverables/Outputs

    Work plan, results framework, performance monitoring plan. Quality assurance of partner activities
    Program Documents (PDs) developed with local Youth groups and religious groups. County Directorate of Health and Education and implementing partners develop ACSM/SBC action plans and Capacity building plans.
    Disseminations Conducted – including printing and distribution of Communication job aids. Field work -Data Collection and Analysis Behavioral Science report finalized.
    Capacity building Report finalized. Setting up a social accountability/SBC work plan for RI.
    Monthly progress reports capture issues, gaps, actions, and recommendations of counties with communication action plans. Media Plan of counties with communication action plans.
    National Meeting Report. Final consultancy report.

    Timeline

    1st June to July 31st
    1st August to September 30th
    October to November 2024
    December 2024 to January 2025
    February to May 2025
    June to July 2025

    Budget

    15%
    15%
    15%
    20%
    20%
    25%

    Desired Competencies, Technical Background and Experience

    Advanced university degree in social and behavioral science, sociology, anthropology, psychology, health, communication or another relevant technical field.
    At least 8 years of professional work experience in a technical position in Social and Behavior Change Communication and other relevant areas
    Proven expertise in Social and Behavior Change planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring and reporting.
    Knowledge of local health system context, immunization and zero-dose communities to ensure alignment with the government system & community engagement.
    Insights into social–political dynamics will contribute to effective communication.
    Prior experience working with the government, UNICEF or UN Agencies.

    Knowledge/ Expertise/ Skills Required

    Able to promote collaboration among key stakeholders in the face of pressure and tension among stakeholders.
    Strong advocacy and analytical skills to understand immunization data, anticipate changing priorities and identify solutions, openly sharing knowledge, insights and effective practices.
    Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Kiswahili
    Knowledge and versatility in message and materials development
    Proven skills and experience in SBC capacity assessment and development.
    Ability to work independently, within tight deadlines, ensuring attention to detail and following through.
    Willing to travel frequently within Kenya as per UNICEF travel rules, regulations and procedures.

    For every Child, you demonstrate… 

    UNICEF’s values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS). 
    To view our competency framework, please visit  here. 
    UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.
    UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for consultants/individual contractors with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the selection process and afterwards in your assignment. 
    UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. 

    Remarks:  

    Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. 
    Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws. 
    The selected candidate is solely responsible to ensure that the visa (applicable) and health insurance required to perform the duties of the contract are valid for the entire period of the contract. Selected candidates are subject to confirmation of fully-vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the assignment. It does not apply to consultants who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their consultancy contracts. 
    UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for consultants with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the selection process and afterwards in your assignment.

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  • Human Resources Associate, GS6 WASH Specialist (Emergency), Fixed Term, P-4

    Human Resources Associate, GS6 WASH Specialist (Emergency), Fixed Term, P-4

    How can you make a difference? 

    Under the close supervision and guidance of the Regional Chief of Human Resources in addition to the Human Resources Officer (Emergencies), the Human Resources Associate provides administrative, procedural and operational support and assistance to the efficient implementation of a broad range of Human Resources functions for all categories of staff in his/her office, ensuring accurate and timely delivery that is in compliance with UNICEF HR rules and regulations.

    Key functions, accountabilities, and related duties/tasks:
    Support to business partnering

    Support the business partners in developing initiatives to encourage employee well-being and employee recognition schemes
    Support the management of change processes by advising clientele on changes to HR processes under the guidance of HR Business Partner
    Support the business partners in assisting clientele using HR systems such as talent management, agora and achieve.

    Support in the processing of entitlement and benefits

    In consultation with the supervisor, analyze, research, verify, and compile data and information on cases that do not conform to UN or UNICEF’s HR Rules & Regulations, to support the consistent and equitable application of decisions and implementation of agreed-upon action.
    In consultation with the supervisor, analyze, research, and verify the information for the purpose of responding to staff queries on areas related to benefits and entitlements
    Initiates the processing of a wide range of personnel actions in accordance with UNICEF rules and regulations, by ensuring all relevant forms and actions are completed by staff and forwarded to the GSSC.
    Maintains and prepares all personnel-related records and files, ensuring all information on each staff member is up-to-date and accurate.

    Support in recruitment and placement

    Prepares and circulates internal and external advertisements.
    Liaises with candidates in the various stages of the recruitment process.
    Prepares formal acknowledgment, offer, and regret letters.
    Initiates and follows up on reference checks and academic verifications, and ensures other background checks are completed.
    Monitors the life-cycle of the recruitment process to update supervisors as necessary.

    Support in organization design and job classification

    Participates in the review of GS positions-specific JDs, ensuring effective application of ICSC methodology.
    Drafts and edits of job descriptions to be submitted for classification for review by the supervisor.
    Follow up and liaise with HQ and RO over the status of requests to ensure timely completion.
    Prepares documents to be submitted for classification to RO and NYHQ, ensuring completeness of documentation.
    Monitors the life-cycle of all job classification requests to facilitate recruitment and organization planning.
    Compiles and analyses information and statistics related to posts and staff for reports on staffing trends.
    Analyze, research, verify, and compile data that facilitates the preparation of workforce planning reports for supervisors to review against benchmarks i.e. Gender and geographical balance and other recruitment-related key performance indicators.

    Support in learning & capacity development

    In consultation with the supervisor, researches and analyses data and information to help identify training needs within his/her office for the development of learning plans and other targeted training interventions.
    In consultation with the supervisor, researches, analyzes, verifies, and compiles information on external training courses available and educational institutions to help the supervisor decide on learning programmes that address learning gaps in his/her country office.
    Assists team in organizing and conducting courses, workshops, and events by participating in exercises that aim to build capacity of stakeholders.
    Develops and processes contracts for institutions providing training and courses, ensuring compliance with UNICEF rules and regulations. 
    Assists team in organizing and conducting courses, workshops and events by preparing and organizing distribution of materials for participants, ensuring availability of training venues and required equipment and supplies, while providing logistical and secretarial support at workshops and events as necessary. 
    Tracks the performance management cycle processes, ensuring the timely distribution and enhancing the timely completion and return of appraisals. 
    Support as the HR community manager in the knowledge management repository, along with the management of HR community learning events and sessions.

    Support to human resources in emergencies (HRiE)

    HRiE-related data management including but not limited to maintenance and update of ESAR COs surge trackers with COs Emergency Focal Points, Quarterly surge and emergency staffing reports.
    Rosters management and update including review of quarterly rosters usage reports in conjunction with COs, quarterly clean-up of rosters to remove non-eligible candidates, quarterly inclusion of priority candidates in the Rapid Response Mechanism external roster.
    HRiE-related meeting and communication management including meeting minutes, preparation of deployment requests, support to COs to prepare Terms of Reference.

    Minimum requirements:

    Education: Completion of secondary education, preferably supplemented by technical or university courses related to the work of the organization. *For this position, a university degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) from a recognized academic institution in a relevant field may be used in lieu of relevant work experience.
    A minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible administrative or clerical work experience required.
    Experience in community management and/or social media management.
    Experience in managing data and statistics, including experience with PowerBI and Excel is an asset.

    Languages: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French of Portuguese is an asset.
    Desirables:

    Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency.

    Deadline: 2 Jul 2024

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  • Multi-Country Impact Evaluation Specialist, P4, Evaluation Office

    Multi-Country Impact Evaluation Specialist, P4, Evaluation Office

    How can you make a difference?

    Under the direction of the director of evaluation and the supervision of the senior evaluation specialist (impact and methods), the multi-country impact evaluation specialist will identify opportunities to increase coverage of impact evaluations and provide technical leadership in implementing the Impact Catalyst Fund’s multi-country thematic window/windows. Working collaboratively with the evaluation team in UNICEF Regional office in East and South Africa (ESAR), UNICEF country offices, and other UN partners based in Nairobi, the incumbent will support planned and ongoing impact evaluations, contribute to strengthening institutional and national capacities in impact evaluations, and lead on scale-up of innovative approaches in rigorous impact evaluations in fragile and humanitarian settings.
    In accordance with the UNICEF mission, guiding principles, standards, commitments and accountability framework, and under the revised United Nations Evaluation Group norms and standards, the Multi-Country Impact Evaluation Specialist will ensure that all evaluations conducted under her/his leadership are of the highest technical quality, relevance, timeliness, credibility and utility possible, and that the evaluations support the organizational learning and accountability needs of UNICEF and its stakeholders in achieving results for children.
    The incumbent will also contribute to cross-cutting initiatives within the Evaluation Office and the wider evaluation function within UNICEF, including learning activities, strategic communication, and advocacy efforts.

    Summary Of Key Functions/accountabilities
    Technical leadership:

    Support the Evaluation Office and, in turn, the global evaluation function to develop, design, manage and implement multi-country portfolios of impact evaluations in the programme areas of strategic importance. Currently, UNICEF Evaluation office implements two ICF thematic windows: in adaptive social protection (UNICEF Goal Area 5) and child protection (UNICEF Goal Area 3). Other thematic areas are being currently considered for the third call of ICF.
    Serve as Principal Investigator and co-Principal Investigator on selected IEs. This includes the design and technical specifications of all impact evaluations and preparation of all activities, including the projects’ timelines, human resource and partnership requirements, the analysis of data collected (qualitative and quantitative) and the preparation of evaluation reports and other materials for dissemination.
    Manage staff and consultants and collaborate closely with regional and country office evaluation specialists and programme practitioners.
    Leverage the capacity and expertise of national partners working in the thematic area and ensure visibility of UNICEF and donor efforts.
    Provide technical assistance to UNICEF regional and COs in developing Terms of Referencing and proposals for rigorous mixed-methods evaluations.

    Standardization:

    Lead the development and application of the standardized methodological approaches, tools, analytical packages and management approaches in the chosen thematic areas and to ensure cost-effectiveness, replication and harmonization of outcome and impact measurements in a credible manner.
    Contribute to the development of harmonization of questionnaires, outcome indicators, training packages and technical modules across multiple countries in the relevant thematic areas

    Methodological innovation:

    Contribute to and promote the diversification and innovation of methodological and data approaches to measure outcome- and impact-level change in areas with a particularly sparse impact evidence base particularly in fragile and humanitarian settings.
    Collaborate with global and regional evaluation teams to develop, initiate, test and scale up innovative methods to measure outcome- and impact-level change in fragile and humanitarian contexts and other areas with recognized challenges to construct a counterfactual or reach vulnerable populations.
    Lead the development of technical guidance papers and methodological packages.
    Learning and capacity development:
    Support the development and rollout of learning and capacity-building activities that raise awareness and promote the initiation, implementation and better use of impact evaluations by UNICEF and its national partners, including academic and research institutions of the global South.

    Partnerships:

    Initiate and develop internal and external partnerships, including with other UNICEF evidence divisions, multilateral and bilateral organizations, other United Nations agencies and academic institutions to increase the coverage of impact evaluations at UNICEF.
    Fulfil other evaluation functions that strengthen quality, credibility, relevance, and visibility of impact evaluations at UNICEF and United Nations Community.

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

    An advanced university degree (Master or PhD) in social sciences (e.g., economics, public policy or a related field).

    Experience

    A minimum of eight years of technical leadership experience in rigorous impact evaluation (e.g. RCT) within an international organization, development agency, academia, government or the private or non-profit sectors.
    Thematic expertise in areas relevant to the UNICEF core areas – education, child protection, social protection, WASH, health and nutrition with a particular focus on child outcomes.
    Solid track record of leading and managing mixed methods impact evaluations that rely on both qualitative and quantitative approaches and a variety of data collection modalities (mobile surveys, interviews, focus groups, direct and indirect observations, desk reviews).
    Willingness/ability to keep up to date with the latest skills and organizational guidance in the field of evaluation and to explore innovative and creative ways to apply a combination of novel data and methodological approaches.
    Demonstrated track record of working collaboratively in a multicultural team environment to contribute positively to shared results.
    Fluency in English; knowledge of another United Nations language (French in particular) is an asset.

    Desirables

    Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency.

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  • Operations Manager, P4 Operations Associate, GS-6 Programme Specialist – Adolescent Girls (P-3), PGLT – Gender Equality

    Operations Manager, P4 Operations Associate, GS-6 Programme Specialist – Adolescent Girls (P-3), PGLT – Gender Equality

    How can you make a difference?

    Under the general supervision of the Deputy Representative Operations, the Operations Manager manages the administrative, financial, and accounting functions of the country office which includes USSC. As the manager and functional expert of administration, finance and accounts in a large country office, the incumbent is accountable for provision of managerial leadership and policy guidance for achievement of effective financial and administrative management and staff capacity development ensuring that the office’s administrative operations and services as well as management of funds and accounts are in compliance with the organization’s policies, procedures, rules and regulations. 

    Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

    Responsible for timely and cost-effective provision of basic office services including space management (offices and guesthouses), USSC in Nairobi, equipment, communications, travel and transport, conference, document reproduction, mail and delivery, local procurement and bill payments of utilities and admin services. Negotiates and oversees matters relating to office premises, utilities and services with vendors and agencies. Ensures continuous improvement in administrative support and office services for enhanced quality, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.
    Responsible for appropriate, accurate and timely processing and recording of expenditures and disbursements (e.g., MIP, rental payments, trips, pension fund, insurance, direct cash transfers etc), in the VISION system, in accordance with established rules and regulations. Also ensures adequate monitoring and recovery of advances and accounts receivable, and timely clearing of GL accounts as necessary.
    Oversees administrative and financial management support and services to Zone offices and sub-offices including management of guesthouses and guesthouse budget.
    Monitors and evaluates systems, procedures and compliance with rules and regulations at the CO and in Zone offices and sub-offices and makes appropriate recommendations.
    Advises and updates staff on administrative policies, procedures, rules, and regulations, providing authoritative advice and administrative support.  Decides on the appropriate application and interpretation of administrative rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.  Ensures arriving and departing staff are briefed on administrative procedures and requirements.
    Reviews internal controls for compliance with UNICEF policies, systems, and procedures, ensuring accuracy, promptness, and appropriateness of information. Responsible to ensure that table of authority is updated regularly and there are no conflicts in segregation of duties.
    Briefs/Trains the staff on the application and interpretation of UN/UNICEF accounting and financial policies, regulations, procedures, and delegation of authority.
    Manages the operations budget in close coordination with the Chief of Operations to ensure that objectives are realized for smooth operations of the Country Office/sub-office, where applicable. Prepares estimates on office premises, guesthouse expenses, admin supplies and equipment requirements and coordinates operations budget preparation purposes ensuring adequate support to zone offices. Monitors and controls the administrative budget.
    Manages bank accounts in accordance with UN/UNICEF financial rules and regulations and local banking practices. Forecasts liquidity and monitors the cash position. Supervises reconciliation of bank statements, keeps abreast of all procedures and regulations regarding the maintenance of bank accounts, exchange and interest rates, etc. Responsible for the safekeeping of cash and cheques.
    Develops and maintains effective working relations with other agencies, local authorities and implementing partners relating to administrative and financial matters for enhancement of information exchange, collaboration, and harmonization.
    Supports the Inter-Agency Operations Management Team’s approaches for enhancing UN common services to attain efficiencies and effectiveness. And represents UNICEF in the inter-agency Common Services Management Team and Inter-agency Budget Management Committee.
    Develops training programmes to enhance effective performance and efficiency in areas of admin and financial services.  Organizes innovative staff learning and development programme activities for staff capacity building. Provides coaching and counselling to the staff on performance enhancement/ development. 
    Coordinates with the Regional Office and HQ Divisions to support policy reform in the functional areas and makes substantive recommendations on the improvement of systems and internal controls, planning, restructuring, and resolution of sensitive issue.
    Manages and controls Assets (non-expendable properties), its utilization and disposal in accordance with IPSAS rules. Ensures the safekeeping, annual physical inventory, including cost analysis and recommends replacement/disposal of administrative equipment and supplies. Ensures appropriate follow-up and timely action on PSB decisions.
    Provides oversight and operational management to the USSC office in Nairobi, Kenya.

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

    Education: Advanced university degree in Business Administration or a related field with solid academic background in Accounting and Finance.
    Work Experience: Eight years of progressively responsible professional work experience in finance management and office administration, some of which should be at the international level.
    Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required/Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

    Desirables:

    Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency.

    Deadline: 20 Jun 2024

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