πΈπ± Job Vacancies @ UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund) – 7 Positions
UNICEF (United Nations Children's Fund) is recruiting to fill the following positions:
1.) Emergency Specialist
2.) Research Coordinator for Advancing Evidence on Scaling Foundational Learning
3.) Health Specialist (Systems Strengthening)
4.) Social Policy Specialist (PF4C and Local Governance)
5.) Social Policy Specialist (Social Protection and Disability)
6.) Social Transformation Manager
7.) WASH Specialist
See job details and how to apply below.
- 1.) Emergency Specialist
- 2.) Research Coordinator for Advancing Evidence on Scaling Foundational Learning
- 3.) Health Specialist (Systems Strengthening)
- 4.) Social Policy Specialist (PF4C and Local Governance)
- 5.) Social Policy Specialist (Social Protection and Disability)
- 6.) Social Transformation Manager
- 7.) WASH Specialist
1.) Emergency Specialist
Emergency Specialist, NO-3, Freetown, Sierra Leone, Post#131231 (For Sierra Leone nationals only)
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save childrenβs 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 β 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, a champion
Please access UNICEF Sierra Leone information here and here
How can you make a difference?
Purpose Of The Job
Under the guidance and supervision of the Deputy Representative Programme, the Emergency Specialist, supports the implementation of country office emergency preparedness and response plans and activities. Responsible for the development, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the emergency preparedness and response interventions, to ensure the survival and well-being of children and mothers, and the affected communities in emergency situations including climate considerations and DRR.
Key Functions, Accountabilities And Related Duties/tasks
- Emergency Preparedness
- Emergency Response
- Emergency and DRR programming
If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: Emergency Specialist JD_NOC.pdf
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will haveβ¦
Minimum Requirements
Education: Advanced University degree (Masterβs degree) in one of the following fields: social sciences, public administration, international law, public health, international relations, business administration, engineering or other related disciplines. Preferably a combination of management, administration, and relevant technical fields.
Work Experience
- Minimum of five years of progressively responsible professional work experience at the national and international levels in programme/project development, planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and administration.
- Developing country work experience (for IP) or field work experience (for NO).
- Specialized training/experience in emergency response management highly desirable.
Skills
- Specific Technical Knowledge Required (for the job)
- UNICEF policies and strategy to address on national and international emergency issues, particularly relating natural disasters, health emergencies and recovery.
- Knowledge of global humanitarian issues, specifically relating to children and women, and the current UNCEF position and approaches.
- Knowledge of UN humanitarian reform principles, international humanitarian laws.
- Knowledge of the principle of gender parity and equality.
- Knowledge of Climate Change Actions.
- Knowledge of Disaster Risk Reduction
b) Common Technical Knowledge Required (for the job group)
- The UNICEF mission statement; UNICEF Board policy papers and decisions.
- The Core Commitments for Children in Emergencies.
- The Convention on the Rights of the Child; Convention on the Elimination of All forms of Discrimination against Women.
- EMOPS Technical Notes, EMOPS Emergency Field Book.
- UNICEF Program Manuals, policy guidelines, Ex Dirs, PROs; Country Programme documentation.
- UNICEF personnel, financial, supply and administrative rules, regulations and manuals.
- National development plans and policies; Guidelines and manuals from NGO/donor partners.
- Annual work plan.
- UNDAF; The UN Humanitarian Reform; IASC documents, guidelines and materials on UN Humanitarian Reform and the cluster approach.
- Information & Communications Technology literacy, including skills and knowledge of office system applications, LAN, internet navigation, telecommunications, and data analysis.
- Gender equality and diversity awareness.
c) Technical Knowledge to be Acquired/Enhanced (for the Job)
- UN security operations and guidelines.
- Knowledge of local conditions and country legislation relevant to UNICEF programmes.
- Knowledge of the latest developments and trends in emergency preparedness and response management related fields.
- UN policies and strategy to address international humanitarian/emergency issues and response.
- UN common approaches to programmatic issues and UNICEF positions in international developing cooperation.
- Current knowledge of development issues and social programming in international development cooperation context. Language requirements:
Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required.
Desirables
- Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency. [Please do not remove this desirable; it should be present in all advertisements]
For every Child, you demonstrate...
UNICEFβs 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 Areβ¦
- 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
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.β― 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.
2.) Research Coordinator for Advancing Evidence on Scaling Foundational Learning
National /International consultancy: Research Coordinator for Advancing Evidence on Scaling Foundational Learning in Sierra Leone
Job no:Β 578028
Position type:Β Consultant
Location:Β Sierra Leone
Division/Equivalent:Β Dakar (WCAR), Senegal
School/Unit:Β Sierra Leone
Department/Office:Β Freetown, Sierra Leone
Categories:Β Education
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, inspiration.
Please access UNICEF Sierra Leone information here and here
How can you make a difference?
Purpose and Objectives:
The purpose of this consultancy is to coordinate and manage the research activities related to scaling foundational learning in Sierra Leone.
The key objectives include:
- Β Coordinate co-creation workshops and regular consultations with government officers to advance the implementation research on teacher training, classroom observations, coaching, and the development of Teaching and Learning Materials (TLMs).
- Β Coordinate and conduct data collection activities alongside government entities and pre-primary and primary school actors, including classroom observations, semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions and surveys with schools, communities and government stakeholders.
- Β Support the recruitment, training, and coordinate field data collectors/assessors for effective data collection in the field, including developing training manuals, conducting training sessions, and pilot-testing data collection tools for reliability and validity.
- Β Analyse qualitative and quantitative data in collaboration with UNICEF to produce research reports, and other resources, including a cost analysis report, research findings, factsheets, case studies, and policy briefs to inform decision-making.
- Β Engage government stakeholders through regular feedback sessions and workshops to inform policy and practice.
Methodology and Technical Approach:
Using a co-creation approach with government and school actors, the Research Coordinator will adopt a mixed-methods strategy to ensure comprehensive evidence generation for scaling foundational learning in Sierra Leone. This will involve regularly engaging key stakeholders such as government institutions, schools, School Quality Assurance Officers (SQAOs), donors, and other partners to collect and use evidence on teacher training, classroom instruction, coaching, and the development of Teaching and Learning Materials (TLMs).
Methodological approaches will include a desk review of in-country literature and similar contexts, along with mixed methods data collection using electronic tools to gather qualitative and quantitative data on pedagogy, instructional methods, schools', and government actors' feedback. Quantitative data analysis will involve cross-tabulation and potentially regression analysis, while thematic content analysis will be used for qualitative information. Triangulation between quantitative and qualitative data sources will ensure accuracy and depth.
The Research Coordinator will contribute to knowledge products, such as reports and policy briefs with effective data visualizations, and factsheets, and facilitate dissemination of findings through workshops and feedback sessions to inform evidence-based policy and practice.
The Research Coordinator will work under the overall guidance and supervision of the UNICEF Education Specialist responsible for Data, Monitoring, and Evaluation.
Please see attached ToR for detailed information. ToR WWHGE Research Coordinator.pdf
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...
- Β An advanced university degree (Master's or higher) in Education, Statistics, Social Science, International Development, related fields (not specified but inferred to be fields related to the ones listed)
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- Β Education research, with previous experience in Sierra Leone or similar contexts being an asset.
- Β Demonstrated experience in mixed-methods research (quantitative and qualitative), including co-creation approaches and stakeholder engagement.
- Β Proficiency in data cleaning, quality assurance, and analysis, using statistical packages such as Stata or R.
- Β Familiarity with electronic data collection tools, such as Kobo Toolbox, and managing data collection in education settings.
- Β Demonstrated skills in managing field data collection, including recruiting, and coordinating data collectors/assessors.
- Β Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within geographically dispersed teams.
- Β Experience in producing knowledge products, such as research reports, policy briefs, and factsheets, and facilitating the dissemination of findings.
- Β Commitment to UNICEF's core values of care, respect, integrity, transparency, and accountability.
- Β Ability to work effectively in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment; experience with the UN or other international development organizations is an asset.
- Β Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.
For every Child, you demonstrate...
UNICEF's 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 βstaff membersβ 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:Β Dec 19 2024 Greenwich Standard Time
Application close:Β Jan 10 2025 Greenwich Standard Time
3.) Health Specialist (Systems Strengthening)
Health Specialist (Systems Strengthening), P-3, Freetown, Sierra Leone, #131224 - open to non-Sierra Leonean nationals only
Job no:Β 578041
Position type:Β Fixed Term Appointment
Location:Β Sierra Leone
Division/Equivalent:Β Dakar (WCAR), Senegal
School/Unit:Β Sierra Leone
Department/Office:Β Freetown, Sierra Leone
Categories:Β Social Policy
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, health
Please access UNICEF Sierra Leone information here and here
How can you make a difference?
The Health Specialist (System Strengthening) reports to the Chief, Health & Nutrition for strategic guidance and supervision. The Health Specialist (System Strengthening) supports the development and preparation of the Health and Nutrition and HIV programme and is responsible for managing, implementing, monitoring, evaluating, and reporting the programme progress of health system strengthening component of the health and nutrition and HIV programme within the country programme. The Health Specialist provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes, with focus on establishment of monitoring and evaluation framework, development of evaluation and research designs, information/data collection, statistics and data analysis, and preparation of reports, in support of achievement of concrete and sustainable results according to the work plans, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM), organizational Strategic Plans and goals, standards of performance, and accountability framework.
Summary of Key Functions/Accountabilities (with focus on Health Information):
- Β Support to strategic programme development and planning and system strengthening.
- Β Support to programme management, monitoring, and delivery of results.
- Β Technical and operational support to programme implementation.
- Β Networking and partnership building for system strengthening.
- Β Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building.
If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here:Β VA TOR - Health Specialist (Systems Strengthening), P3.pdf
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...
Minimum requirements:
- Β Education:Β An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: public health/nutrition, development, pediatric health, family health, health research, global/international health, health policy and/or management, environmental health sciences, social sciences, planning, biostatistics, demography, health education, epidemiology, or another relevant technical field. Additional training in HSS would be an advantage.
- Β Work Experience:Β At least five (5) years of relevant work experience in one or more of the following areas is required: public health/nutrition planning and management; programme development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of developmental programmes in health, nutrition and HIV sector; maternal and neonatal health care, or health emergency/humanitarian preparedness. ehakpNN C0zkMl
- Β Experience working in a developing country is required.
- Β Experience with innovative health and nutrition systems strengthening.
- Β Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset.
- Β Proven experience in Health System Strengthening including community systems s would be an advantage
- Β Other skills:
- Β Professional technical knowledge/ expertise in health and nutrition systems strengthening, including in the areas of evidence-based, equity-focused planning and budgeting and health management information system amongst others such as Health care financing and HRH.
- Β Professional technical knowledge/ expertise in methodology of monitoring and evaluation, including theories, standards and models, quantitative/ qualitative/ mixed methods, validity/reliability testing of data, data analysis and interpretation, and statistical inference methods.
- Β Professional technical knowledge/ expertise in Activity Monitoring & Evaluation, Evaluation Design, data analysis, and reporting.
- Β Language Requirements:Β 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:
- Β 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 others
Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.
This position has been assessed as an elevated risk role for Child Safeguarding purposes as it is either a role with direct contact with children, a role that works directly with identifiable children's data, a safeguarding response role, or an assessed risk role. Additional vetting and assessment for elevated risk roles in child safeguarding (potentially including additional criminal background checks) apply.
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 suitableΒ female candidates or persons living with disabilitiesΒ 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.
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:Β Dec 19 2024 Greenwich Standard Time
Application close:Β Jan 15 2025 Greenwich Standard Time
4.) Social Policy Specialist (PF4C and Local Governance)
Social Policy Specialist (PF4C and Local Governance), NO-3, Freetown, Sierra Leone, # 131230 - open only to Sierra Leonean nationals
Job no:Β 578040
Position type:Β Fixed Term Appointment
Location:Β Sierra Leone
Division/Equivalent:Β Dakar (WCAR), Senegal
School/Unit:Β Sierra Leone
Department/Office:Β Freetown, Sierra Leone
Categories:Β Social Policy
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, opportunity
Please access UNICEF Sierra Leone information here and here
How can you make a difference?
Under the general guidance of the Social Policy Specialist (PF4C), the incumbent is responsible for providing technical support to the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of all stages of social policy programming and related advocacy related to public finance for children (PF4C). In the context of Sierra Leone, the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, high levels of inflation and the ongoing food and fuel crisis have negatively impacted households' economic situation and hampered the government's ability to deliver social services for children. The ongoing strain on families has demonstrated the importance of prioritising social sectors such as Health, Education, Nutrition, Child Protection and Social Protection within the country's limited fiscal space, prioritising children in public spending through the state budget, while taking care to minimize the negative implications of the debt situation on the most vulnerable strata. A seasoned PF4C Specialist is needed to advise, influence and convince decision makers based on tangible evidence to establish more protective fiscal policies for the most vulnerable groups, taking them into account in an equity-based manner in public spending.
Key Functions, Accountabilities and Related Duties/Tasks
- Β Improving data on child poverty & vulnerability for increased use for policy and programme action
- Β Improving use of public financial resources for children
- Β Strengthening social protection coverage and impact for children
- Β Strengthening capacity of local governments to plan, budget, consult on and monitor child-focused social services
- Β Strengthened advocacy and partnerships for child-sensitive social policy
- Β UNICEF programme management
If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here:Β VA TOR - Social Policy Specialist (PF4C and Local Governance), NO-3.pdf
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...
Minimum requirements:
- Β Education:Β An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: Economics, Public Policy, Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science, or another relevant technical field. ehakmau C0zkMl
- Β Work Experience:Β At least five (5) years of relevant work experience is required.
- Β Other skills:
- Β Knowledge of public finance concepts including value for money in social sectors, budget cycle and processes, and costing methods
- Β Good analytical skills, especially applied to economics and public finance.
- Β Advanced quantitative analysis and capacity to synthesize large data sets and information in a clear and user-friendly manner.
- Β Strong experience in providing technical assistance to national and local government, including through participatory approaches is desirable.
- Β Familiarity with Public Financing for Children
- Β Excellent computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Package, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Β Language Requirements:Β 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:
- Β 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
Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.
This position has been assessed as an elevated risk role for Child Safeguarding purposes as it is either a role with direct contact with children, a role that works directly with identifiable children's data, a safeguarding response role, or an assessed risk role. Additional vetting and assessment for elevated risk roles in child safeguarding (potentially including additional criminal background checks) apply.
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 suitableΒ female candidates or persons living with disabilitiesΒ 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.
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:Β Dec 19 2024 Greenwich Standard Time
Application close:Β Jan 15 2025 Greenwich Standard Time
5.) Social Policy Specialist (Social Protection and Disability)
Social Policy Specialist (Social Protection and Disability), NO-3, Freetown, Sierra Leone, #131229 - open only to Sierra Leonean nationals
Job no:Β 578039
Position type:Β Fixed Term Appointment
Location:Β Sierra Leone
Division/Equivalent:Β Dakar (WCAR), Senegal
School/Unit:Β Sierra Leone
Department/Office:Β Freetown, Sierra Leone
Categories:Β Social Policy
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, protection
Please access UNICEF Sierra Leone information here and here
How can you make a difference?
Under the general guidance of the Social Policy Specialist (Social Protection), P3, the incumbent is responsible for providing technical support to the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of all stages of social policy programing and related advocacy from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of concrete and sustainable results. This includes programmes aimed at improving (a) public policies to reduce child poverty; (b) social protection coverage and impact on children; (c) the transparency, adequacy, equity and efficiency of child-focused public investments and financial management; and (d) governance, decentralization and accountability measures to increase public participation and the quality, equity and coverage of social services. This encompasses both direct programme work with government and civil society partners as well as linkages and support to teams working on education, health, child protection, water and sanitation, and HIV.
Key Functions, Accountabilities and Related Duties/Tasks
- Β Improving data on child poverty & vulnerability for increased use for policy and programme action
- Β Strengthening social protection coverage and impact for children
- Β Strengthening capacity of local governments to plan, budget, consult on and monitor child-focused social services. ehgZPUr C0zkMl
- Β Strengthened advocacy and partnerships for child-sensitive social policy:
- Β UNICEF programme management
If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here:Β VA TOR - Social Policy Specialist (Social Protection and Disability), NO-3.pdf
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...
Minimum requirements:
- Β Education:Β An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: Economics, Public Policy, Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science, or another relevant technical field.
- Β Work Experience:Β At least five (5) years of relevant work experience is required.
- Β Language Requirements:Β 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:
- Β 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
Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.
This position has been assessed as an elevated risk role for Child Safeguarding purposes as it is either a role with direct contact with children, a role that works directly with identifiable children's data, a safeguarding response role, or an assessed risk role. Additional vetting and assessment for elevated risk roles in child safeguarding (potentially including additional criminal background checks) apply.
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 suitableΒ female candidates or persons living with disabilitiesΒ 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.
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:Β Dec 19 2024 Greenwich Standard Time
Application close:Β Jan 15 2025 Greenwich Standard Time
6.) Social Transformation Manager
Social Transformation Manager (SBC, Gender and ADAP), P4, Freetown, Sierra Leone #131216
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save childrenβs 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 β 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, hope,
How can you make a difference?
Under the general guidance of the Deputy Representative (Programmes)and in close coordination with other Sectoral and Cross-Sectoral Sections and Field Offices; you will be responsible for the design, management, execution, monitoring and evaluation of regional strategies related to Social Transformation, (Social and Behavior Change (SBC), Gender Equality and Equity (Gender) and Adolescent and Development and Participation (ADAP)) and providing technical support to all sectoral and cross-sectoral programmes in delivering SBC/Gender/ADAP initiatives that advance human rights based approaches and community engagement to promote sustainable results for children in Sierra Leone in both development and humanitarian settings. In alignment with the GAP, the role of the Social Transformation Manager (SBC/Gender/ADAP) has a primary technical and programmatic role, including normative advocacy and coordination. The role provides technical guidance/operational support throughout all stages of programming to facilitate the management and delivery of results contributing to gender equality in alignment with the Gender Action Plan. It supports sections and partners in applying the latest evidence-backed approaches in the social and behavioral, gender and ADAP sciences to programming by identifying and addressing the social determinants of behavior and empowering communities, girls, women, adolescents, and youth in change processes.
Key Accountabilities Are
Generate & Use Evidence: Generate and utilize research, data, and evidence to inform the design, measurement, and monitoring of SBC/Gender/ADAP programs and outcomes in both development and emergency contexts and to build the evidence base for SBC/Gender/ADAP.
Design, plan and implement: Design, plan and implement SBC/Gender/ADAP activities that are backed by social and behavioral/Gender/ADAP evidence and strong engagement and participation mechanisms in both development and humanitarian contexts.
Advocate & Build Partnerships: Support operationalization of SBC/Gender/ADAP by advocating for SBC/Gender/ADAP, mobilizing resources, coordinating across stakeholders, sectors and teams, and partnership building.
Build Capacities: Promote continuous learning, strengthening, and scaling up in SBC/Gender/ADAP for both development and humanitarian contexts through capacity building for UNICEF staff and partners.
If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: VA TOR - Social Transformation Manager, P4.pdf
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will haveβ¦
Minimum Requirements
- Education: An advanced university degree (Masterβs or higher) in a social and behavioural science, including sociology, anthropology, communication for development, gender studies, psychology and/or related field is required.
- Work Experience: A minimum of eight (8) years of relevant progressively responsible professional experience at the national and international levels in developing, implementing, evaluating, and managing social and behavioural change strategies and content is required.
- Demonstrated expertise in the application of social and behaviour change science, theories, research, and analysis, to all stages of the programmes cycle.
- Proven ability to manage social research, including quantitative, qualitative, and participatory methods for formative assessments, identifying behavioural drivers, and tracking, measurement and evaluation of social change is desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to stay current with new developments in the SBC/Gender/ADAP field is required. Familiarity with new and emerging approaches such as behavioural insights, human centered design, social listening, gender analysis, among others is a plus.
- Demonstrated experience in the execution of complex priorities, processes and projects in office work-plans.
- At least four years country programme experience in with a multilateral development agency or national NGO in a low- or middle-income setting is an asset.
- Proven ability to work with internal and external stakeholders at multiple levels, including providing technical support and capacity building and establishing/managing external partnerships.
- 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.
For every Child, you demonstrate...
UNICEFβs 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 Areβ¦
- 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
- Nurtures, leads and manages people
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.β― 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.
7.) WASH Specialist
Re-advertisement: WASH Specialist (Climate Change, Environment and DRR (CED), NO-3 (TA) Freetown, Sierra Leone #128534 (For Sierra Leone nationals only)
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save childrenβs 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 β 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, a champion.
Please access UNICEF Sierra Leone information here
How can you make a difference?
Purpose Of The Job
The WASH Specialist (Climate, Environment and DRR) reports to the Chief of WASH (Level 4) for guidance and general supervision. The Specialist supports the development, preparation, management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the WASH programme within the country programme (including Climate Action). The Specialist provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes, to facilitate the administration and achievement of the WASH, Climate, Environment and DRR (CED)-related output results in the country programme and broadly contribute to achieve UNICEFβs global Strategic Plan for 2022-2025, under which Goal Area 4 states that UNICEF will work to ensure that βevery child, including adolescents, has access to safe, climate-resilient water, sanitation and hygiene services and lives in a safe and sustainable climate and environment through:
- Identification of the critical elements of climate-resilient WASH and how are these integrated with other aspects of development.
- Supporting the Government of Sierra Leone in building its capacity to integrate climate agenda in the WASH sector.
- Defining βclimate resilient WASHβ in the context of Sierra Leone with clear indicators and ways to measure and be able to report at national and sub-national levels.
- Facilitating the integration of WASH climate resilience in relevant WASH policies, strategies, and plans.
- Enhancing the capacity of UNICEF to effectively scale-up climate-resilient programme in line with the shift towards climate-resilient WASH programming in both development and humanitarian actions.
- Supporting the Government to develop climate change investment case and advocacy tools.
- Facilitate the conduct of comprehensive Child Centered Risk assessments to identify potential hazards and vulnerabilities
- Prepare and support the implementation of UNICEFβs programme work plans as required to include community based DRR risks and opportunities, and provide concrete guidance to make programme activities risk-informed.
- Support the government to develop or establish effective early warning system.
- Support the government line ministries to develop environmental sustainability and Climate Change disaster risk reduction (DRR) action plans in line with the UNICEF Sustainability and Climate Change Action Plan (SCAP) and roll out.
- Support the mainstreaming of DRR approaches in UNICEF-key sectors within UNICEF through country programme planning and monitoring processes.
- Support the implementation, monitoring and review of the rolling work plans signed between UNICEF and relevant ministries.
- Participate in DRR/CC sector review meetings with government counterparts. Prepare annual programme status reports in a timely manner, as required;
- Contribute to concept notes and proposals for Climate Change Environment and DRR funding opportunities.
- Draft CBDRR training manuals in collaboration with relevant ministries.
- Provide support to cross-sectoral programme areas in terms of climate change and disaster risk reduction.
Summary Of Key Functions/accountabilities
- Programme development and planning
- Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results
- Technical and operational support for programme implementation
- Humanitarian WASH preparedness and response
- Networking and partnership building
- Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building
If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: TOR WASH Specialist NO3 (TA) CED .pdf
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will haveβ¦
Education
The following minimum requirements:
- An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: Climate & Environmental science, Water Resources Engineering or another relevant technical field.
- Additional relevant post-graduate courses that complement/supplement the main degree are a strong asset.
Experience
- A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in WASH and CED systems strengthening including development of policy framework and strategies.
- Experience working with optimization of design or Climate Resilient (CR) WASH and capacity building at national, District, and community levels.
- Experience with quality assurance and site monitoring for civil engineering projects especially for various WASH technology options.
- Experience in partnership management and working with multiple stakeholders, especially government partners and civil society organisation, in the management of various components of climate change, environmental sustainability, and DRR.
- Strong communication skills and flexibility working with various government stakeholders.
- Previous work experience with UNICEF or other international organizations working in the WASH Sector in developing countries is an asset.
- Computer skills, including internet navigation and various office applications.
- DEVELOPMENTAL: a minimum of five years of professional experience in WASH or CED-related programmes for developing countries is required.
- HUMANITARIAN: At least one three-month deployment mission in a humanitarian situation (with UN-Govt-INGO) is required.
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.
For every Child, you demonstrate...
UNICEFβs 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 Areβ¦
- 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
Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.
UNICEF is here to serve the worldβs 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.
We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, time off for breastfeeding purposes, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.
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. UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will 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.
UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.β― 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.
