Adolescence & Youth Reporting & Prog Cor

Contract

This is a RLG-G contract. This kind of contract is known as Relocation Grant. More about RLG-G contracts.

Org. Setting and Reporting The incumbent is responsible to the Chief Field Education Programe.

Responsibilities Programme management and delivery of results Management of youth innovation and employment hubs; Develop monthly targets and activities for each of the three youth innovation and employment hubs; Be responsible for the quality assurance and overall effective and efficient management of the youth innovation and employment hubs and oversee the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all activities; Leadership and direct management of youth innovation and employment hubs; Management of labor market outreaching processes and networking with private sector and civil society organizations; Management of job creation and career counseling processes.

Programme reporting, support and planning Responsible for overall quality and timeliness of all internal and external reporting, including quarterly, semi-annual and annual donor reports; Lead in the planning and development of all organizational annual and medium term strategies for the youth unit as part UNRWA’s contribution to the LCRP, Emergency appeals; Assist in the development of programmatic and technical inputs (in collaboration with DRU) for strategic fundraising efforts and targeted donor outreach; draft technical concept notes as requested by the Head of Unit; Provide programmatic and operational support to the youth projects and activities; Undertake research, analyze existing national and international data, surveys, reports, drawing on trends and projections and prepare briefs for the youth unit and UNRWA to inform programming; Lead a situation analysis by conducting assessments to establish evidence-based data for UNRWA advocacy and development of policies, framework and programmes to promote youth and adolescent development, particularly in the context of camps and gatherings in Lebanon; Participate throughout the process of programme formulation, planning and preparation to provide input, advice and operational support on the integration of UNRWA policies and youth strategic frameworks that promote adolescent and youth development and participation; Assist in establishing specific goals, objectives, strategies and implementation plans for the youth programmes/projects using results-based planning methodologies; Develop standard operating procedures and protocols to support the implementation of projects’ activities; Collaborate with monitoring and evaluation officer in data analysis and reporting; Collaborate with the labor market expert in data collection, analysis and reporting; Prepare relevant documentations for programme review and approval.

Technical and operational support to programme implementation Participate in programme meetings including programme development and contingency planning to provide technical and operational information, advice and support. Draft relevant policy papers, briefs and other strategic programme material for management use, information and/or consideration.

Networking and partnership building Build and sustain effective close working partnerships with relevant departments within UNRWA, partners and donors through active networking, effective communication, and exchange of knowledge/expertise to reinforce cooperation to achieve sustainable and broad results on youth and adolescence in Lebanon. Assist in the preparation of communication and information material for programme advocacy to promote awareness, establish partnerships/alliances and to ensure that adolescent development and participation programmes and initiatives are adequately resourced and supported. Provide support to the Head of the youth unit at inter-agency and inter-sector discussions and planning on youth related issues for Palestine Refugee Youth in Lebanon. Contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure optimum efficiency and efficacy of sustainable programmes and projects.

Maintain the overall management of youth employment component information management systems Management of employment platform by revision and approval on entries, develop improvement plans, extract data and reports; Management of youth employment component MS 365 tools (Microsoft forms, site, sway and share-point); Provide decision support data to Youth and Adolescent Development Specialist.

Competencies Experience in working in complex emergency environments and large scale project implementation; Experience in Job creation and career counseling projects. Strong familiarity in preparing interim monitoring reports on all aspects of project implementation Experience in writing organizational strategies and documents that inform and propose solutions to.

Education Masters degree from an accredited university in one of the following fields is required: management, sociology, psychology, education or another relevant technical field. (Bachelor degree with additional 3 years of qualifying experience in lieu of Advanced degree may be considered).

Work Experience A minimum of 7 years of relevant professional experience in youth and adolescent related programming is required. (For Bachelor degree a total of 10 years of relevant experience may be considered).

Languages Fluency in spoken and written Arabic and very good spoken and written English

Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview

Special Notice Please make sure that your application is filled properly, correctly, and completely; any missing or incomplete information may lead to the rejection of the application by the system.

If the recruitment process generates a large number of applicants who pass the test, the Agency may interview only the top passing applicants to ensure sufficient number of candidates to be listed on a recommended list or an employment roster based on the Agency’s needs. This is intended to ensure efficiency and timeliness of the recruitment process.

Type of contract and duration: Limited Duration Contract (LDC) Band G for 12 months, with the possibility of further extension, subject to availability of funds, satisfactory performance and continuing need. UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from under-represented groups (based on, for example, gender, disabilities). UNRWA, the largest United Nations operation in the Middle East with over 30,000 staff working across five areas of operation, is looking for highly committed professionals wishing to make a change. UNRWA’s strategic objectives: The mission of UNRWA is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human development under the difficult circumstances in which they live. In line with this mission, the Agency works towards five strategic outcomes: (a) Palestine refugee rights under international law are protected and promoted; (b) Palestine refugee health is protect and disease burden is reduced; (c) school – age children complete quality, equitable and inclusive basic education; (d) Palestine refugee capabilities are strengthened for increased livelihood opportunities; and (e) Palestine refugees are able to meet their basic human needs of food, shelter and environmental health. UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions from UN member states, regional bodies, business foundations and individual contributions. Equivalency: Candidates with an equivalent combination of relevant academic qualifications, professional training and progressive work experience may also be considered. N.B: Work experience alone or formal qualifications with no relevant work experience are not considered an acceptable combination. Desirable qualification: Knowledge of international labor organization classification of occupations and industries is an asset. Knowledge of labor market indicators is an asset. Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset Conditions of service: Monthly basic salary USD 2,088.20+ SPLA USD 167 Other benefits include compulsory medical insurance, 30 days of annual leave pre-rated to the duration of the contract where less than one year, and family allowance (if applicable) Candidates need to check the Junk Email as emails from INSPIRA may go to Junk; it is the candidate's responsibility to check his/her email. Additional information: N/A The vacancy will be shown on INSPIRA after 24 hours from the posting date. Sending CVs by email are not acceptable and they will be automatically ignored.

General Information: This vacancy notice is open to internal and external candidates. Only candidates residing in Lebanon with authorization to work in that duty station at the time of application are eligible to apply. The Agency will not assume responsibility to support or facilitate the issuance of work permit in the duty station, and without a valid work permit, the appointment may be rescinded. During and after the completion of the recruitment process, candidate’s request for review of decisions must be submitted within 48 hours from the formal notification by UNRWA. Requests received after that will not be considered. UNRWA is a United Nations agency whose staff are therefore expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity, neutrality and impartiality. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity, and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. UNRWA staff are expected to uphold these values at all times, both at work and outside. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. The Agency will disqualify applicants who have separated for reason of misconduct, who left a UN Agency while misconduct processes were pending, or who appear on the UN Sanctions List. UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment. The Agency reserves the right not to make an appointment, to make an appointment at a lower grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description.

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United Nations Considerations Staff members are subject to the authority of the Commissioner-General of UNRWA and to assignment by him or her.

UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UN-wide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified applicants from under-represented groups.

At UNRWA, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. UNRWA is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.

UNRWA Considerations UNRWA staff are expected to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence, neutrality, impartiality and integrity. This includes respect for and commitment to human rights, diversity and non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. Candidates will not be considered for employment with UNRWA if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment. The Agency may disqualify applicants who have separated for reason of misconduct, who left a UN Agency while misconduct processes were pending, or who appear on the UN Sanctions List. UNRWA is a non-smoking work environment.

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