Child Protection Analyst

Contract

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UNICEF supports the Government of Kazakhstan in strengthening mechanisms for the prevention, identification, referral and follow-up on cases of violence against children; enhancing state-run special- ized services for child victims of crimes; and improving the monitoring and data collection on child pro- tection, with a focus on violence against children. Communication for behavioural and social norms change interventions target the public to reduce and better address violence against children, in partic- ular to condemn and report on violence against children, including gender-based violence and discrim- ination, to increase knowledge of non-violent discipline, and to prevent bullying and discrimination among children and from caregivers. UNICEF supports the development of programmes for strength- ening parenting skills through the health and education systems.

The digital environment is becoming increasingly important in most aspects of children's lives as public functions, including education, health care, government services, and commerce, are increasingly reliant on digital technology. One in three internet users in the world is a child1 and children are accessing the Internet at very young ages across a diverse range of devices. While Internet opens up new opportunities for the achievement of children's rights, it also increases risks of rights violation or infringement: harmful materials, unacceptable behaviours and potentially dangerous contacts online and offline. Online child sexual exploitation and abuse (OCSEA) is increasingly becoming an issue of concern. The production, consumption, possession and sharing/distribution of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) has soared over the past decade. Therefore, children themselves, their parents, guardians, communities, professionals, the private sector and governments need to recognize, assess and find the balance between protecting children online while respecting their human rights and building their digital skills capacity.

The international UNV support will be needed to advance child protection program in Kazakhstan in strengthening the national system for prevention and response to violence against children. This work will include specific focus on child online safety.

Under the direct supervision of Child Protection Specialist, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: 1. Support the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Child Protection pro- gram interventions related to violence against children (hereinafter VAC) prevention and re- sponse, in line with UNICEF’s Child Protection Strategy (2021 – 2030) and the UNICEF Coun- try program for Kazakhstan (2021-2025). In particular, the UNV will support the data collection and analysis for planning and monitoring purposes, and provide all relevant support to the de- sign, budgeting and operationalization of programmatic activities, and will take part in field vis- its and missions. 2. Provide support in developing Minimum child protection package of services, including through planning and organization of consultations with national stakeholders, developing re- search framework and partnerships documents, analyzing documentation and reviewing tech- nical documents, in close collaboration with programme team and national counterparts. 3. Contribute to the planning, implementation, and monitoring of programmatic activities related to strengthening the information management systems on violence against children and child- care. 4. Prepare compendiums of international good practices relevant to child protection, child online safety, addressing violence against children including online child sexual exploitation and abuse to support advocacy, knowledge exchange and programmatic work. 5. Support the design, planning, implementation, and monitoring of programmatic activities re- lated to child online safety and protection: 5.1 research dissemination and advocacy for acting on recommendations 5.2 planning and implementing social and behavior change communication campaign 5.3 support to and leveraging ICT companies’ expertise and resources as part of UNICEF collaboration with business sector 5.4 contribute to holding events/consultations with youth on child online safety 6. Support Child Protection program in fundraising efforts: drafting fundraising briefs and concept notes; peer-reviewing thematic materials for digital individual giving campaign.

General operating and coordination tasks 1. Attending partners events, office planning and coordination meetings 2. Ensuring daily communication with Social Policy & Child Protection team and other sectors 3. Providing inputs to donor reports and annual reports 4. Supporting correspondence with national counterparts 5. Supporting external and internal purpose documenting exercises 6. Supporting Child protection in communication and visibility efforts and events

Furthermore, UN Volunteers are required to:  Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day);  Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country;  Reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they are undertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities;  Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.;  Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers;  Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering, or encourage relevant local indi- viduals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically pos- sible.

Care: Because “care” has been embedded in our DNA from the start. UNICEF was founded in 1946 to care for children devastated by war. Today, we care for, and support, children, young people and moth- ers around the world, in every context. This care must extend to how we work with one another, often in stressful environments where insecurity and risk are a daily fact of life. Integrity: Because UNICEF’s reputation depends on all of us acting with honesty and transparency, and setting the highest standards for ourselves as we work with partners, donors and the global com- munity. Respect: Because our programmes can only be effective if the recipients of our support feel understood and respected, and if we pay our colleagues at all levels the same respect that we want for ourselves. Trust: Because we cannot deliver effective programmes and services if communities do not believe that we are acting with their best interests at heart, and if we do not trust one another to do the right thing at all times. Accountability: Because public and private donors, as well as children and vulnerable people world- wide, deserve to know how UNICEF’s programmes are run, how resources are spent, and how results are being achieved. Sustainability: We apply environmental sustainability in our personal life and at work, including in the design and implementation of UNICEF activities, so that our work protects the planet and its resources for the children we serve, now and in the future Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (1) Works Collaboratively with others (1): challenges colleagues respectfully when views and opinions differ; encourages others to contribute ideas and listen without interruption; supports colleagues in achieving their goals; earns the trust and confidence of colleagues through respectful, honest behav- iours, displaying openness and tolerance; seeks the input of internal stakeholders, gaining buy-in and commitment while sharing relevant information; addresses issues, conflicts and misunderstandings be- tween self and others. Builds and Maintains Partnerships (1): Develops a network of formal and informal contacts through participation in professional networks or consultations with others; adopts a consultative approach and solicit the support of key stakeholders at critical stages of one’s work; acts as a role model for UNICEF, strengthening the reputation of the organization. Innovates and Embraces Change (1): reviews work practices, analysing evidence-based trends to apply new methods and techniques; responds flexibly to changing circumstances, priorities and dead- lines; displays creativity, experiment with new approaches and demonstrates openness to changing existing practices. Thinks and Acts Strategically (1): understands the organization’s objectives and align work plan ac- tivities; analyses and evaluates data from a wide range of sources, assessing reliability and pre-senting conclusions to enable informed decisionmaking; adapts workplans in response to emerging situations and new requirements; considers the long-term impact and risks of decisions and actions. Drive to achieve impactful results (1): plans and takes ownership for delivering tasks with minimal supervision; pays attention to detail, producing work of a high standard; monitors activities on a regular basis, reviewing work plan to ensure progress and delivery; ensures the completion of tasks, while ad- dressing obstacles and bottlenecks;

related field.  Experience in the development field, research, and/or programme management related to so- cial development and promotion of human and/or children’s rights  Technical expertise / Experience in child protection is an asset  Good programme management skills  Good communication, writing and interpersonal skills  Good analytical skills  Experience in programming with innovations is an asset  Knowledge of Kazakh or Russian languages is an asset.

Other skills and attributes:  Proven ability to innovate, plan and execute ideas.  Advanced computer skills.

For every Child, you demonstrate: UNICEF’s core values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability and core competencies in building and maintaining partnerships, Working with People and Drive for Results. UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. 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.

Astana is the capital of the Republic of Kazakhstan and located in the centre of the country in the dry steppe zone. Its population is more than 1,000,000 persons. The city consists of five districts: Almaty, Baykonyr, Saryarka, Yessil, Nura. The city’s economy is based on trade, industrial production, transport, communication and construction. Astana accommodates numerous business centres, theatres, museums, art galleries, exhibition halls and entertainment complexes (movie theatres, nightclubs, parks, restaurants, cafes etc.). Astana is a family duty station.