Job Opportunities at the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF)

Job no: 546713
Contract type: Fixed Term Appointment
Level: P-3
Categories: Nutrition

How Can You Make a Difference?

• The Nutrition Specialist supports the development and preparation of the nutrition programme and is responsible for managing, implementing, monitoring, evaluating, and reporting the programme progress of a sector of the nutrition programme within the country programme.
• The Nutrition Specialist provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes to facilitate the administration and achievement of concrete and sustainable results in maternal, infant and child nutrition programmes/projects.
• This is carried out according to plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM), as well as UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance, and accountability framework.

Summary of Key Functions / Accountabilities
Support to programme development and planning:

• Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results
• Technical and operational support to programme implementation
• Networking and partnership building
• Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building
• If you are passionate and committed professional and want to make a lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you through your application.

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

• An Advanced University Degree in one of the following fields is required:  Nutrition, Public Health, Nutritional Epidemiology, Global / International Health and Nutrition, Health / Nutrition Research, Policy and/or Management, Health Sciences, Nutritional Epidemiology, or another health-related science field.
• A minimum of five years of professional experience in a developing country in one or more of the following areas is required: nutrition, public health, nutrition planning and management, or maternal, infant and child health/nutrition care.
• Experience in health/nutrition programme/project development and management in a UN system agency or organization is an asset
• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language or a local language is an asset.

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Job No: 546910
Contract type: Temporary Appointment
Level: G-6
Categories: Security

For Every Child, Security

• The Security Assistant reports to Security Manager for supervision and to the Representative in the absence of his/her direct supervisor.
• The Security Assistant provides technical, operational and administrative assistance to the Supervisor in support of their role as it relates to ensuring the safety and security of personnel and their eligible family members as well as the safeguarding of UNICEF premises, assets and resources at the duty station.
• In carrying out the below duties the incumbent is expected to follow instructions precisely and in strict compliance with supervisor's instructions and UN Security related policies, rules and procedures.

Key Function, Accountabilities and Related Duties / Tasks
Security Planning:

• Support the supervisor administratively and logistically in their planning functions related to the safety and security of UNICEF personnel and eligible family members as well as the safeguarding of premises, assets, and resources in accordance with UN and UNICEF Security Management Systems.
• Assist the supervisor by collecting and providing the basic information required for the implementation of the UN Country Security Plan, Minimum Operating Security Standards (MOSS), Residential Security Measures (RSM), and other relevant policies, guidelines, and assessments.
• Assist the supervisor in the development of UNICEF routine security documentation including security contingency plans such as, but not limited to, fire and evacuation plans.
• Assist the supervisor in drafting routine security reports/returns including but not limited to Security Incident Reports (SIRs).

Safety and Security Services:

• Monitor the local security situation through local media and networks providing regular information and updates to the supervisor relative to on-going and emerging security issues in the country.
• Assist the supervisor in security activities that support UNICEF staff, premises and operations for all locations where UNICEF personnel and/or eligible family members are present.
• Provide on-going routine technical support and direction for contracted security providers on behalf of the SFP.
• Under the direct guidance of the supervisor, share information with UNICEF personnel and eligible family members that would affect their safety and security and information regarding the actions to take in the event of an emergency, including those identified in the UNICEF/UN Security Plans.
• Support the supervisor in the establishment of effective and functioning Communications/Warden Systems for UNICEF and the periodic testing of these systems.
• Support the supervisor in the conduct of all security related contingency exercises particularly relating to administration, communications and logistics.
• Conduct physical security surveys of international personnel residences in accordance with the Residential Security Measures (RSM) on behalf of the SFP as required.

Security Networking:

• With significant guidance from the supervisor, actively maintain official liaison with host government counterparts, local authorities responsible for security, law and order and security counterparts in the UN.

Support in Knowledge Management and Capacity Building:

• Coordinate, as required, with UNDSS, on behalf of the SFP, to ensure all UNICEF personnel undertake mandatory security training/briefings.
• With strong support and guidance from the supervisor, develop and conduct country level familiarization sessions for contracted security guards specifically regarding their UN/UNICEF related duties and responsibilities.
• With strong support and guidance from the supervisor, develop and conduct country level training sessions for drivers to familiarize them with the specific actions to take when encountering a security related situation while driving.
• Assist in the provision of any security related training for UNICEF personnel or eligible family members, particularly to ensure comprehension by those more comfortable in the local language.

To Qualify as an Advocate For Every Child, You Will Have
Education:

• Completion of Secondary Education, Supplemented by relevant technical/military/police courses and/or university courses in a relevant discipline.

Experience:

• A minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible experience in a security related environment is required.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English and a local language is required

For every Child, you demonstrate

• UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA) and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.

Competencies and level of Proficiency Required
Core Values:

• Commitment
• Diversity and inclusion
• Integrity

Core competencies:

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

Functional Competencies:

• Applying technical expertise (I)
• Adapting and Responding to Change (II)
• Coping with pressure and setbacks (II)
• Relating and Networking (II)
• Following Instructions and Procedures (II)
• Planning and Organizing (I)

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Job No: 547013
Categories: Health
Contract type: Fixed Term Appointment

How Can You Make a Difference?

• The Health Manager reports to the Chief of Health & HIV/AIDS. S/He is responsible for supporting the Chief in managing the health section and leading the management, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of the health programme (Primary Health Care Systems Strengthening) within the country programme.
• S/He provides technical guidance, delivery of and operational support throughout the programming process to facilitate the achievement of concrete and sustainable results, according to plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM), organizational Strategic Plans and goals, standards of performance, and accountability framework.

Summary of Key Functions / Accountabilities
Programme development and planning:
Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results:

• Manage and coordinate the Primary Health Care Health System Strengthening (PHC HSS) cluster of the Health section under the overall guidance of the Chief of Health, including planning, implementation and monitoring agreed cluster activities and results, and establishing cluster programme goals, objectives, and strategies, in close collaboration with peer health managers and other team members.
• Provide support to the Chief of Health and senior management on key strategic issues related with health system strengthening, primary health care, and UHC (Universal Health Coverage), including governance, human resources for health, health information systems, financing and sustainability, definition of essential package of health services , and others, in close collaboration with other sections  (e.g., social policy, nutrition) and field  offices.
• Manage primary health care health system strengthening grants and projects, including allocation of resources, timely implementation, reporting, and ensuring compliance with UNICEF and donor’s requirements.
• Contribute to the resource mobilization efforts of the Health section, with a focus on leading primary health care systems strengthening resource mobilization efforts, and integration of health system thinking and strategies across projects and programmes.
• Plan and/or collaborate with internal and external partners to establish monitoring benchmarks, performance indicators, and other UNICEF/UN system indicators and measurements to assess and strengthen performance accountability, coherence and delivery of concrete and sustainable results for PHC health system strengthening , with a  focus on monitoring inequities.
• Participate in and lead when necessary monitoring and evaluation exercises, programme reviews and annual sectoral reviews with the government and other counterparts to assess progress and performance on the health sector, and to determine required action/interventions to achieve results.
• Prepare and assess monitoring and evaluation reports to identify gaps, strengths and/or weaknesses in programme management, identify lessons learned and use knowledge gained for development planning and timely intervention to achieve goals.
• Actively monitor PHC health system strengthening programmes/projects through field visits, surveys and/or exchange of information with partners/stakeholders to assess progress, identify bottlenecks, potential problems and take timely decisions to resolve issues and/or refer to relevant officials for timely resolution.
• Plan, monitor and verify the optimum and appropriate use of sectoral programme resources (financial, administrative and other assets) confirming compliance with organizational rules, regulations/procedures and donor commitments, standards of accountability and integrity, ensuring timely reporting and liquidation of resources.
• Prepare regular and mandated programme/project reports for management, donors and partners to keep them informed of programme progress.

Advisory services and technical support:

• Collaborate and consult with key government officials, NGO partners, UN system partners and other country office partners/donors on policies, strategies, best practices, and approaches on PHC health system strengthening (including information systems, human resources for health, health financing, and others) related issues to support programme development planning, management, implementation, and delivery of results.
• Ensure integration of community interventions within the scope of PHC and UHC policies and programmes, and promotes sustainable financing for community and PHC interventions, including innovative financing mechanisms (challenge funds, matching grants, health insurance mechanisms)
• Contribute to ensure integration of UNICEF Emergency and COVID-19 response within the strengthen health system strengthening programmes, including building a robust Primary Health Care system and ensuring sustainable community interventions.
• Work closely with other section health managers (immunization, maternal and newborn health) and the Chief of health to ensure integration of results and a harmonized approach to maximize impact of the section interventions.
• Participate in strategic programme discussions and planning to provide cutting-edge technical advice and to contribute to policy discussions and agenda setting to promote the PHC HSS agenda, including UHC (Universal Health Coverage) and sustainable financing for health.
• Prepare policy papers, briefs and other strategic programme materials for management use, information and/or consideration to influence PHC health system strengthening.
• Participate in emergency preparedness initiatives for programme development and contingency planning and/or to respond to emergencies in country or where designated.

Advocacy, networking and partnership building:

• Build and sustain effective close working partnerships with health sector government counterparts, national stakeholders, as well as global partners, allies, donors, and academia in the area of PHC HSS and UHC. Through active networking, advocacy and effective communication, build capacity and exchange knowledge and expertise to facilitate the achievement of UNICEF programme goals.
• Prepare communication and information materials for CO programme advocacy to promote awareness, establish partnerships/alliances, and support fund raising for health programmes with a focus on PHC HSS.
• Participate and/or represent UNICEF in appropriate inter-agency discussions and planning on health-related issues to collaborate with inter-agency partners/colleagues on UNDAF planning and preparation of health programmes/projects, ensuring organizational position, interests and priorities are fully considered and integrated in the UNDAF process in development planning and agenda setting.

Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building:

• Promote critical thinking, innovative approaches and good practices for sustainable primary health system strengthening programmes/projects initiatives, including promoting the use of visualization tools (dashboards) and optimization and harmonization of information systems.
• Keep abreast, research, benchmark, and implement best and cutting-edge practices in health management and information systems. Institutionalize and share best practices and knowledge learned.
• Contribute to the development of policies and procedures and introduce innovation and best practices to ensure optimum efficiency and efficacy of sustainable programmes and projects.
• Lead, plan and implement capacity building initiatives to enhance the competencies of stakeholders to promote sustainable results on health-related programmes/projects.

To Qualify as an Advocate For Every Child, You Will Have

• An advanced University Degree in one of the following fields is required: Epidemiology, Public Health, Medicine or another relevant technical field.
• Master’s Degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, or equivalent post-graduate or medical specialization (epidemiology, public health, preventive medicine)
• Equivalent educational qualification in relevant areas (health systems, epidemiology) will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of eight years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas is required: public health/nutrition planning and management, maternal and neonatal health care, or health emergency/humanitarian preparedness.
• Experience working in a low and or middle-income country is considered as an asset.
• Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as 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 values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA) and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.

The functional competencies required for this post are:

• Nurtures, Leads and Manages People (2)
• Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (2)
• Works Collaboratively with others (2)
• Builds and Maintains Partnerships (2)
• Innovates and Embraces Change (2)
• Thinks and Acts Strategically (2)
• Drive to achieve impactful results (2)
• Manages ambiguity and complexity (2)