Individual contractor- State Coordinator for Generation Unlimited India

Coordinate state-level initiatives for children's program advancements

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Overview

Coordinate state-level initiatives for children's program advancements

You have:

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in project management related to education or child rights
  • Advanced degree in social sciences, international development or related field
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to develop and implement action plans
  • Fluency in English and local languages
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Contract

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UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. Across 190 countries and territories to protect the rights of every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. UNICEF has spent 70 years working to improve the lives of children and their families. Defending children's rights throughout their lives requires a global presence, aiming to produce results and understand their effects. UNICEF believes all children have a right to survive, thrive and fulfill their potential – to the benefit of a better world. And we never give up!

UNICEF is a leading humanitarian and development agency working globally for the rights of every child. Child rights begin with safe shelter, nutrition, protection from disaster and conflict and traverse the life cycle: pre-natal care for healthy births, clean water and sanitation, health care and education. UNICEF has spent nearly 74 years working in continuously improving the lives of children and their families. Working with and for children through adolescence and into adulthood requires a global presence, with goal is to produce results and monitor their effects. UNICEF also lobbies and partners with leaders, thinkers and policy makers to help all children realize their rights, especially the most disadvantaged.

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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. Our workplace policies promote flexible work arrangements, to support all staff in maintaining a healthy life balance, both in and out of the office. We are the first United Nations agency to be awarded the EDGE certification – the leading global standard for gender equality in the workplace.

For more information on UNICEF EDGE Certification, kindly view the video here. UNICEF prides itself on fostering a multicultural and harmonious work environment, guaranteed by a zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation and abuse, and on any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment and discrimination. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws.

DURATION OF CONSULTANCY: 23 months from the start date. Initial contract to be issued for 11.5 months followed by a mandatory 2-week break. Based upon programme requirement, funding availability and contractor's satisfactory performance the contract will be extended for additional 11.5 months.

LOCATION: New Delhi

CLOSING DATE: 21 April 2022

PLEASE REFER TO DETAILED TERMS OF REFERENCE ATTACHED

External ToR State Coordinator Generation Unlimited India.docx

HOW TO APPLY: Your online application should contain three separate attachments to be uploaded under the specified place holders as directed on the online platform:

  1. Cover Letter in a word document highlighting the relevant experience, Max 2-page cover letter on relevant past experience
  2. CV/resume
  3. A financial proposal as per template attached below. Please do not forget to specify your name in the file and include your signature, while saving. (to be uploaded under "Financial Proposal" tab).

Important please note: Please do not indicate financials anywhere else in the online application form, please mark "n/a or 00", under the fee related questions in the online application form.

All 3 documents are required to be submitted mandatorily, if there is any document missing then your application will not be evaluated further

FINANCIAL BID Contractor State Coordinator YuWaah.docx

  • Candidate receiving maximum score after combining their Technical Score and Financial score will be finally selected.

  • Any attempt to unduly influence UNICEF's selection process will lead to automatic disqualification of the applicant.

  • Joint applications of two or more individuals are not accepted.
  • Please note, UNICEF does not charge any fee during any stage of the process.
  • Attached are General Conditions for the Consultancy Contracts for your reference. General Conditions of Contracts for Contractors and Individual Consultants.pdf
  • Female candidates meeting the requirements are strongly encouraged to apply.
  • UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds including persons living with disabilities to apply.

For any clarifications, please contact:

UNICEF

Supply & Procurement Section

73, Lodi Estate, New Delhi 110003

Telephone # +7303259136

Email : indconsultants@unicef.org

Potential interview questions

Describe a situation where you had to advocate for children's rights. This question is aimed at understanding your experience and commitment to child rights advocacy. Share a specific example that outlines your role and the outcome.
How do you handle conflicts with stakeholders within a project? This question assesses your conflict resolution and relationship management skills. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies would you use to ensure inclusivity in your programs? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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