🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund) – 3 Positions
UNICEF (United Nations Children's Fund) is recruiting to fill the following positions:
1.) Supply & Logistics Manager
2.) International Consultancy - Human Resources for Health Roadmap
3.) International Consultancy - Adolescent Empowerment and Innovation Lead
See job details and how to apply below.
1.) Supply & Logistics Manager
Supply & Logistics Manager (P-4), Freetown, Sierra Leone, #66025, Fixed Term - open only to non-Sierra Leonean nationals
Job no: 577314
Position type: Fixed Term Appointment
Location: Sierra Leone
Division/Equivalent: Dakar (WCAR), Senegal
School/Unit: Sierra Leone
Department/Office: Freetown, Sierra Leone
Categories: Supply Management
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.
At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job - it is a calling.
UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for personal and professional development that will help them develop a fulfilling career while delivering on a rewarding mission. We pride ourselves on a culture that helps staff thrive, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.
Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF.
For every child, sustenance
Please access UNICEF Sierra Leone information here and here
How can you make a difference?
Purpose for the job: The Supply and Logistics Manager reports to the Chief of Operations as per the Country Office (CO) set-up and is responsible for managing the supply chains of the country office, and/or emergency response operation. The supply chain operations include planning, procurement, contracting, customs clearance, warehousing, in country transport and distribution, as well as monitoring of supplies, services and construction works. The incumbent collaborates closely with programmes in defining supply interventions to meet programmatic needs and achieve results for children, and provides technical and advisory support to governments, national systems and partners on supply chain management.
Summary of Key Functions/Accountabilities:
Management of the Supply Section.
Supply Chain Service Delivery and Emergency Response.
Collaboration with Programme and Implementing Partners.
Technical, Advisory Support to Government/National Systems.
Oversight of Innovation, Products and Markets.
If you would like to know more about this position, we strongly advise that you review the complete Job Description here: VA TOR Supply and Logistics Manager, P4.pdf
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...
Minimum requirements:
Education: An advanced university degree is required in Business Administration, Management, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, Contract/Commercial Law, International Development, Health or related social science field, or relevant first-level university degree (Bachelor's) in conjunction with a valid relevant professional certification is required.
Work Experience:
- At least eight (8) years of relevant experience, at the national and international levels, in supply, logistics, procurement, contracting, administration and/or other directly-related technical fields is required.
- Understanding of development and humanitarian work.
- Emergency experience an advantage.
- Health supply chain management experience an advantage.
Skills
- Ability to resolve difficult, complex and sensitive situations often under pressure.
- Ability to initiate and manage change in a diverse environment.
- Ability to clearly and concisely express ideas and concepts in written and oral form. eelYj4V C0zkMn
- Ability to manage and monitor the effective use of financial and material resources.
- Ability to supervise and direct a team of professional and support staff.
- The ability to allocate appropriate time and resources for successful achievement of goals and foresee risks and allow for contingencies when planning.
- Ability to implement clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies, identify priority activities and assignments, adjust priorities as required.
- Ability to work strategically to realize organizational goals, develop strategies, set clear visions.
- Advanced communication and negotiation skills to establish and maintain trusted partnerships for achievement of objectives and to develop close and effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Skill in the identification of new opportunities or requirements to meet challenges in the field and propose changes.
- Strong understanding of supply chain processes, from programme needs assessment, through planning, procurement and contracting, logistics and delivery, monitoring and evaluation.
- Strong overall knowledge and understanding of UNICEF programmes, public procurement principles, financial and legal aspects of supply chain issues, ethics and risk management of supply chain operations.
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.
Desirable: Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency.
UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values
The UNICEF competencies required for this post are...
(1) Builds and maintains partnerships
(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness
(3) Drive to achieve results for impact
(4) Innovates and embraces change
(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity
(6) Thinks and acts strategically
(7) Works collaboratively with others
(8) Nurtures, leads and manages people) for a supervisory role
Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic background, and persons with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. To create a more inclusive workplace, UNICEF offers paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. Click here to learn more about flexible work arrangements, well-being, and benefits.
According to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), persons with disabilities include those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairments which, in interaction with various barriers, may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others. In its Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy 2022-2030, UNICEF has committed to increase the number of employees with disabilities by 2030. At UNICEF, we provide reasonable accommodation for work-related support requirements of candidates and employees with disabilities. Also, UNICEF has launched a Global Accessibility Helpdesk to strengthen physical and digital accessibility. If you are an applicant with a disability who needs digital accessibility support in completing the online application, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF.
UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). 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 based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. 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, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.
UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.
Remarks
As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.
UNICEF's active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates or persons living with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.
UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information.
In this role, you will collaborate with colleagues across multiple locations. For effective collaboration, we encourage flexible working hours that accommodate different time zones while prioritizing staff wellbeing.
Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.
All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.
Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.
Advertised: Nov 19 2024 Greenwich Standard Time
Application close: Nov 30 2024 Greenwich Standard Time
2.) International Consultancy - Human Resources for Health Roadmap
International Consultancy - Human Resources for Health Roadmap, Freetown, Sierra Leone, 11.5 months (Onsite) - open only to non-Sierra Leoneans
Job no: 575759
Position type: Consultant
Location: Sierra Leone
Division/Equivalent: Dakar (WCAR), Senegal
School/Unit: Sierra Leone
Department/Office: Freetown, Sierra Leone
Categories: Health, Health and Nutrition
UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.
Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.
And we never give up.
For every child, health
Please access UNICEF Sierra Leone information here and here
How can you make a difference?
The purpose of this consultancy is to assist the Ministry of Health (MOH) in enhancing and updating Sierra Leone's Human Resources for Health (HRH) profile, as well as improving the collection and use of HRH data for planning and management. This will also provide critical insights for the development of a new HRH Strategic Plan. The specific objectives are:
- Conduct an assessment to update Sierra Leone's National HRH profile, including volunteer health workers in facilities, and produce advocacy materials for use by MOH and UNICEF.
- Coordinate the development of HRH roadmap including the plan for gradual absorption and regulation of volunteer Health Workers (UHWs) into existing pin coded formal Health workforce.
- Evaluate the existing Human Resources for Health Information System (HR HIS), identify key challenges, and offer recommendations, including the potential for digitalization and interoperability with other systems such as DHIS 2.
- Deliver comprehensive technical assistance for the digitalization of HR HIS and ensure proper alignment with Directorate of Policy Planning and Information (DPPI), other key directorates, and partners.
- Provide guidance and direct support to health sector leaders and partners on capacity-building initiatives related to using HRH data for planning and management.
Management, Organization and Timeframe:
The following deliverables, at the least, would be expected to be approved and provided to the UNICEF team in consultation with the MoH:
- HRH assessment report
- National HRH profile
- At least three targeted advocacy briefs and materials based on needs expressed by MoH and UNICEF.
- HRH Strategic Plan Roadmap, including the plan for gradually integrating and regulating volunteer health workers (UHWs) into the formal, pin-coded health workforce.
- HRHIS evaluation report eeN6XjV C0zkMl
- Meeting notes and reports, to be circulated among key stakeholders.
- Monthly activity reports.
- Technical support reports
- Summary reports of technical assistance, short training and coaching for capacity building
This is an individual consultancy for a 11.5-month assignment. The Consultant will be stationed in Freetown MOH / HRH directorate with an estimated 85 days of in-country travel.
The Consultant will work under the direct supervision of the of the Health Specialist (Health Systems Strengthening) at UNICEF Sierra Leone office and in close collaboration with the Director of HRH, MoH and other relevant directors in MoH.
Consultants are be expected to provide their own work tools including laptop and other communication tools required.
Mode of Submission of Applications
Candidates are required to submit a technical proposal and a financial proposal. The financial proposal should quote a lump-sum inclusive of fees, travel costs and communication costs and financial proposals may be negotiated.
You are strongly encouraged to access the full terms of reference here: VA TOR - Human Resources for Health Consultant.pdf
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...
- A minimum of master's degree in economics, policy, health sciences, public health, or related subjects.
- Experience in HRHIS
- Experience designing, supporting, and managing large-scale HRH studies, strategies, and road map.
- Experience providing practical training, coaching, and mentoring in leadership development, with a focus on HRH planning and management.
- Experience in high-level and technical partner coordination, management and alignment.
- Ability to work in a team and in a diverse work environment.
- Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.
Technical skills requirements
- Data analysis
- Strengthening electronic Health Information system preferably in HRHIS
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.
Advertised: Sep 26 2024 Greenwich Standard Time
Application close: Nov 24 2024 Greenwich Standard Time
3.) International Consultancy - Adolescent Empowerment and Innovation Lead
International Consultancy: Adolescent Empowerment and Innovation Lead, Freetown, Sierra Leone
Job no: 577143
Position type: Consultant
Location: Sierra Leone
Division/Equivalent: Dakar (WCAR), Senegal
School/Unit: Sierra Leone
Department/Office: Freetown, Sierra Leone
Categories: Innovation
UNICEF works in some of the world's toughest places, to reach the world's most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.
Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.
And we never give up.
For every child, a champion.
Please access UNICEF Sierra Leone information here and here
How can you make a difference?
The purpose of this consultancy is to support UNICEF Sierra Leone for the successful, inclusive rollout of the Digital Learning Hubs and lead the development of a comprehensive ADAP strategy for the Country Office that integrates a strong, intentional focus on girls' empowerment.
Additionally, the consultancy aims to strengthen resource mobilization efforts for the ADAP and Innovation programme, ensuring sustainable funding and strategic alignment with the new Country programme.
Methodology and Technical Approach:
The consultant will adopt a hybrid approach, combining both remote and in-person work to ensure efficient, flexible support to UNICEF Sierra Leone. Key elements of the methodology include:
- Desk Review: Conduct a review of existing policies, programmes, and strategies on adolescent development, with a focus on cross-sectoral integration, gender equity, and adolescent participation.
- Stakeholder Consultations: Engage with key stakeholders, including government ministries, UNICEF teams, civil society, community leaders, and youth organizations to gather insights, align priorities, and identify gaps in adolescent programming.
- Field Visits and Participatory Workshops: Conduct site visits to Digital Learning Hubs and other key program areas, involving adolescents—particularly girls—in workshops to ensure their voices are central to strategy development and programme design.
- Resource Mobilization: Work closely with the Country Office to develop a targeted resource mobilization strategy for the Innovation and ADAP programme, identifying potential funding sources and partners to ensure long-term sustainability.
Capacity Building for Multisectoral Empowerment: Design and facilitate capacity-building initiatives that go beyond life skills to include civic engagement, youth-led climate action, mental health, and gender-responsive programming for the Digital Learning Hubs.
Management, Organization and Timeframe:
The Consultant will work under the overall guidance and oversight of the UNICEF Innovation Specialist, with a secondary reporting line to the Social Transformation Chief for ADAP Programme strategy. While primarily home-based, the consultant will undertake at least two trips to Sierra Leone, totaling approximately 10 weeks, including a minimum of three field trips to Digital Learning Hub sites and other key program locations. Field travel requirements will be discussed and agreed upon with the Consultant at the start of the assignment.
Please see attached for detailed information: ToR - Adolescent Empowerment and Innovation.pdf
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...
- An advanced university degree (Master's or higher) in Social Sciences, Gender Studies, Development Studies, Education, Public Health, International Relations, or a related field. Specialized training in adolescent programming, life skills, or digital education would be essential.
- A minimum of 5 years of professional work experience in the fields of youth programming, education, gender and development, or social protection, preferably within international development organizations.
- Proven track record in leading adolescent-focused programming with significant experience in designing and implementing life skills, digital learning, civic engagement, or gender-focused initiatives. eeIFCnN C0zkMl
- Experience working in low-resource and marginalized contexts, especially in developing countries, with a focus on gender-responsive programming for adolescents.
- Demonstrated experience in program management, capacity building, and multisectoral collaboration.
- Previous experience with UNICEF or another major international organization would be highly advantageous, especially with direct involvement in youth empowerment, protection, and development projects.
- Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.
Other skills and attributes:
- Strong understanding of adolescent development and participation (ADAP), with proven expertise in designing, implementing, and managing youth and adolescent-focused programs, particularly in gender-sensitive and inclusive education and life skills.
- Knowledge of adolescent health, protection, and education frameworks with experience in integrating SRHR, mental health, and civic engagement.
- Expertise in digital learning strategies and educational technologies, especially in contexts related to marginalized and out-of-school youth.
- Proficiency in designing and using monitoring and evaluation frameworks for youth programs.
- Experience in fundraising, partnership development, and resource mobilization, including drafting proposals and concept notes for donor engagement.
- Strong analytical skills to develop multisectoral strategies and frameworks that align ADAP programs with education, health, protection, and youth participation priorities.
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 committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic background, and persons with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. To create a more inclusive workplace, UNICEF offers paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. Click here to learn more about flexible work arrangements, well-being, and benefits.
According to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), persons with disabilities include those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairments which, in interaction with various barriers, may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others. In its Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy 2022-2030, UNICEF has committed to increase the number of employees with disabilities by 2030. At UNICEF, we provide reasonable accommodation for work-related support requirements of candidates and employees with disabilities. Also, UNICEF has launched a Global Accessibility Helpdesk to strengthen physical and digital accessibility. If you are an applicant with a disability who needs digital accessibility support in completing the online application, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF.
UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). 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 based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. 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, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.
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.
Advertised: Nov 14 2024 Greenwich Standard Time
Application close: Nov 21 2024 Greenwich Standard Time
