Programme Specialist (Field Coordinator) – UNICEF
Job Description
| Job no | 557770 |
| Contract type | Temporary Appointment |
| Location | Sudan |
| Duty Station | Khartoum |
| Level | P-3 |
| Categories | Programme Management |
| Advertised | 07 Dec 2022 E. Africa Standard Time |
| Deadline | 17 Dec 2022 E. Africa Standard Time |
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, HOPE
Sudan is surrounded by complex conflicts in a volatile and rapidly evolving region. Sudan is by size the third biggest country in Africa, with a diverse population of around 42 million people. Sudan’s children make up half of the total population, and the past two decades have seen their lives improve: fewer girls and boys are dying before their fifth birthday, primary school attendance is increasing, immunization coverage is high, and the country remains polio free. Still, millions of children continue to suffer from protracted conflict in Darfur, the Kordofans, and Blue Nile, from seasonal natural disasters, malnutrition and disease outbreaks, and from under-investment in basic social services.
UNICEF has been in Sudan since 1952 and continues with a presence in 12 of Sudan’s 18 states. The Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (PME) Section reports directly to the Deputy Representative – Programmes and works in close coordination with all programme teams and Field Offices. The section is responsible for the strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation, information management, reporting and implementing partnerships.
How can you make a difference?
Summary of key functions/accountabilities:
Under the direct supervision of the Chief Field Operations, the Programme Specialist will provide support on a range of programme and coordination issues, both in the field and at country office level. Her/his tasks will include but will not be limited to the following:
- Field Coordination Support
- Contributes towards the preparation of the field Situation Analysis by compiling data, analysing and evaluating information. Supports the preparation of status reports required for management from Field Operations, Board, donors, budget review, programme analysis, annual reports, etc.
- Organise, coordinate and document all meetings; specifically, responsible for organizing bimonthly Programme Information Meetings with FOs and sections. Manage related action point matrix, ensure circulation, monitoring and follow up with relevant persons to insure completion of identified issues.
- Undertakes field visits to monitor projects, as well as conducts periodic project reviews with field offices, counterparts and other partners. Proposes and/or undertakes action on operational procedures affecting project management and implementation. Provides technical advice and assistance to field offices. Coordinates with Field Offices on issues related to supply and non-supply assistance and activities ensuring proper and timely UNICEF and government accountability.
- Together with Chief of Field Operations, Sections and Field Office staff, identifies training needs and objectives for the purpose of capacity building, project sustainability, as well as promotion and advocacy of field office staff. Liaise with Chiefs of Field Offices (CFO) on programme management, implementation and operational matters to identify potential gaps in staffing/operations/programmes and liaise with operations and programmes in Khartoum to ensure support where necessary.
- Support field offices in Emergency Preparedness and Response
- Monitor information received from FOs on local emergency and security situation to inform relevant persons and follow up with sections to ensure response.
- Work closely with Emergency Specialist/Emergency Officer to support field offices with emergency preparedness/contingency planning.
- Monitor emergency related gaps in the field, and liaise with relevant sections on the support need.
- PSEA, GBV, AAP field focal point
- Working closely with Child Protection AOR coordinator, and the CP and SBC sections, support developing strategy for implementation of PSEA, GBV and AAP at the field level.
- Monitors and coordinates implementation of PSEA, GBV, AAP in the field.
- Provide technical and capacity building support to the field on PSEA, GBV and AAP.
d) Other assignments
Any other work-related duties that may be assigned from time to time.
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
- Master’s degree in social sciences, public administration, law, international relations, business administration or other related disciplines.
- Bachelor’s degree with two additional years of work experience may be accepted in lieu of a master’s degree.
- Relevant professional training in the relevant field is a strong asset.
- A minimum of 5 years of professional work experience in program/project management and coordination.
- A minimum of 3 years of professional work experience of humanitarian program/project management experience, including with multiple stakeholders.
- Understanding and experience working in PSEA, GBV, AAP is required.
- Experience in working with UN agencies (UNICEF experience preferred) at interagency level
- Experience collaborating across multiple functions and working with operational subject matter experts, technical resources and architecture teams.
- Excellent communication skills (written & verbal) across multiple audiences with the ability to influence others while working in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
- Experience in emergency contexts and the field is required. of relevant professional experience in Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.
- Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.
For every Child, you demonstrate…
UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: https://uni.cf/UNICEFValues
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.
During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework 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.
We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.
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 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.
Remarks:
UNICEF’s active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government 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.
Advertised: 07 Dec 2022 E. Africa Standard Time
Deadline: 17 Dec 2022 E. Africa Standard Time
