Disability Liaison Officer

Volunteering

Overview

Support disability inclusion initiatives and coordination within UNICEF.

You have:

• Experience in social protection and disability relevant programs.
• Familiarity with disability related policies and plans.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Research experience related to disability is an asset.
• Self-motivation and the ability to work independently.
• Understanding of volunteerism principles and practices.

Contract

This is a UNV National Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Specialist contracts.

Since the adoption of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Person with Disabilities (CRPD) in 2008, disability inclusion has become a part of the human rights and the development agendas, with increased support and investment from the global community. Disability inclusion is not a new priority for UNICEF. It is included in our 2022-2025 Strategic Plan and has been a growing area of work for more than a decade. UNICEF’s Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy (DIPAS) was developed with the aim of delivering disability-inclusive support and services for children in their communities and of mainstreaming disability inclusion across every aspect of our work and our world. UNICEF Nepal is implementing model of disability screening application which eases the process of identifying and categorizing persons with disabilities. In addition, UNICEF is currently providing support to establish and strengthen 3D printed orthotics and prosthetics center to enable improved participation of children with disabilities preferably from disaster areas of Nepal. Furthermore, evidence generation and make informed to the policy makers focusing on disability related with children are also the priority area focused.

Key Responsibilities: 1. Supporting the Chief of Social Policy, being a disability secretariat for intersectoral coordination within UNICEF and lined agencies. 2. Support for the smooth implementation and monitoring of the support to establish and strengthen 3D printed orthotics and prosthetics center to enable improved participation of children with disabilities preferably from disaster areas of Nepal. 3. Support for the Disability Costing Study and track the progress of disability related task in Empowered Woman for Prosperous Nepal (EWPN) program.

Detailed Job Role

1. Supporting the Chief of Social Policy, being a disability secretariat for intersectoral coordination within UNICEF. a. Prepare agenda, set priorities for the meetings, communicate to disability task force, and log the progress. b. Map the sectoral indicators, mainstream activity, linked activity to disability of the CPAP (2023-2027) and prepare the consolidated workplan. c. Management of disability related knowledge event and products. d. Prepare “Spotlight” of disability related evidence on monthly basis.

2. Support for the smooth implementation and monitoring of the support to establish and strengthen 3D printed orthotics and prosthetics center to enable improved participation of children with disabilities preferably from disaster areas of Nepal.

a. Collaborate with the implementing partners for the smooth implementation of the activity. b. Prepare periodic monitoring reports and ensure partners have maintain the database of the beneficiaries up to date. c. Conduct accessibility assessments and recommend improvements to ensure facilities, programs, and services are inclusive and accessible to individuals with disabilities. d. Monitor the field implemented activities such as use of disability screening application, screening camps, trainings as per the requirement.

4. Support for the Disability Costing Study

a. Literatures review on disability related costing study in Nepal b. Ensure the agency, carried out the field implementation activity as per the protocol designed. c. Review the tools developed and help in pilot testing of the tools. d. Conduct KII interview and Focus Group Discussion if required. e. Liase with the government counterparts for organizing the meetings and events.

• Any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor.

Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers programme mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the following suggested activities:

• 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; • Provide annual and end of assignment self-reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities.
• 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 individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible. • The Disability Liaison officer will collaborate with the UNICEF Chief of Social Policy Governance and Evidence, Evaluation Specialist, and Data and Evidence Officer. • Age, Gender, and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated, and documented in all activities throughout the assignment. • A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for peace and development during the assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in, and capacities developed.

Professionalism: demonstrated understanding of operations relevant to the AIN; technical capabilities or knowledge relevant or transferrable to AIN procedures and rules; discretion, political sensitivity, diplomacy and tact to deal with clients; ability to apply good judgement; ability to liaise and coordinate with a range of different actors, especially in senior positions; where appropriate, high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; resourcefulness and willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented;

Integrity: demonstrate the values and ethical standards of the UN, the AIN and the Government of Nepal in daily activities and behaviours while acting without consideration of personal gains; resist undue political pressure in decision-making; stand by decisions that are in the organization’s interest even if they are unpopular; take prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behaviour; does not abuse power or authority;

Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, mixed-gender environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; sensitivity and adaptability to culture, gender, religion, nationality and age; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of UN operations; ability to achieve common goals and provide guidance or training to colleagues;

Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment.

Planning and organizing effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities.

Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups;

Flexibility: adaptability and ability to live and work in potentially hazardous and remote conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort; to operate independently in austere environments for protracted periods; willingness to travel within the area of operations and to transfer to other duty stations within the area of operations as necessary.

Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity, and self-reliance; and commitment towards AIN’s mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values.

the national level in the field of social protection and disability relevant programs; experience of working within the disability sector is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organization. • Understanding of the disability related policies and plans. • Research related experience will be the added advantage. • Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills. • Excellent in Microsoft application. • Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing. • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development. • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel. • Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines; • Have affinity with or interest in disability and system strengthening volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System. • The Disability Liaison officer will collaborate with the UNICEF Chief of Social Policy Governance and Evidence, Evaluation Specialist, and Data and Evidence Officer. • Age, Gender, and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated, and documented in all activities throughout the assignment. • A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for peace and development during the assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in, and capacities developed.

The UNV will be based in Kathmandu. As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. National UN Volunteers are part of the malicious insurance plan.

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