International consultant to support the University of Tirana to assess the national capacities and demand regarding Social and Behaviour Change Communication (SBCC) in Albania

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Type of contract: Consultant, part-time Duration: 7 months from October 2022 to April 2023 Workplace: Home based with one possible field trip (international travel)

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Purpose of Activity/Assignment

The purpose of this assignment is to provide support to the Faculty of Social Science, Department of Social Work and Social Policy to conduct a comprehensive national-level assessment of national capacities and demand for SBCC (Social and Behaviour Change Communication), to provide insight into the current situation of communication for social & behavior change in Albania. The assessment will be developed in collaboration with an academic team of the Department of Social Work and Social Policy, University of Tirana.

Scope of Work: The International Consultant will offer her/his expertise by supporting the University of Tirana’ academic team, in the below components through key purpose and objectives:

Component 1 – Design and develop a Communication for social & behavior change methodology framework that will guide and orient the assessment of national capacities and demand for SBCC with regard to communication initiatives, stakeholders, and key audiences, including both, traditional and digital communications. During this phase the expert will assist the team to develop the methodology framework and instruments/tools. Component 2 – Data validation and consolidation of Communication for social & behavior change Consultation processes. Component 3 – Design and develop an action plan to address the findings and recommendations of the assessment exercise. The International Consultant will work closely together with the Faculty of Social Science, Department of Social Work and Social Policy academic team, to complete and achieve the above Components programmed to be delivered in total of up to 50 working days. The international consultant will bring in international best practices and his/her international experience to conduct such assignment.

Work Assignment Overview

Task(s) / Milestone(s) 1: The methodology should provide specific information and details, including, but not limited to, the following: a) Inception report b) Methodology approach c) Methodology instruments, d) Data collection mechanisms, e) Engaging stakeholders, f) Setting scope and questions, g) Setting inclusion/ exclusion criteria, h) other as relevant Assessment methodology should address the following elements, but not limited to: a) Type of CSBC activities, b) Impact related components, c) Resource constraints and needs d) Systems strengths/ weaknesses e) Indicators to demonstrate and measure change Also, during this period, the consultant will travel to Tirana, Albania to conduct meetings with the University of Tirana, and UNICEF team (5 working days mission to Tirana, Albania) Deliverable - Design the assessment methodology on national capacities and demand for SBCC in support of the field work Timeline – October 2022 Estimated working days – 15 working days

Task(s) / Milestone(s) 2: The Report outline should cover at least these main sections: a) Introduction b) Main report body c) Findings and recommendations, with regards to type of activities that can help to complement existing and new behavior change activities. For each section, orientation elements should be provided. Continuous support to the academic team to finalize the report. Deliverable - In close collaboration with the Faculty of Social Sciences, that will conduct the assessment exercise, support the Faculty to design the final Report outline and offer advice & input to finalizing the final report Timeline – December 2022 Estimated working days – 5 working days

Task(s) / Milestone(s) 3: Submission of final report with recommendations, after incorporating UNICEF and Faculty’s feedback Deliverable - In close cooperation with the Faculty, that will conduct the assessment exercise, support the Faculty to deliver the final report with recommendations Timeline – February 2023 Estimated working days – 5 working days

Task(s) / Milestone(s) 4: Workshop methodology should cover: a) Workshop structure b) Workshop program agenda c) Principles and approach d) Stakeholder’s profile e) Other as relevant Deliverable - In close cooperation with the Faculty, design a workshop methodology to present the findings and recommendations Timeline – March 2023 Estimated working days – 5 working days

Task(s) / Milestone(s) 5: Develop an Action Plan / Strategy to address the findings and recommendations of the assessment exercise. Submit the first draft for review by UNICEF team. Incorporate the feedback given by UNICEF team. Deliver the final draft Deliverable – Action plan Timeline – April 2023 Estimated working days – 20 working days

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have… • Advanced University Degree (PhD or higher) in social & behaviour change communication, sociology, anthropology, social sciences, psychology, monitoring and evaluation, or other relevant technical field and disciplines; • Excellent spoken & written English is required • A minimum of 10 (ten) years of progressively responsible professional experience and demonstrated track record, in one or more of the following areas is required: research and analysis on the field of SBCC, SBCC planning and strategy development, or SBCC capacity building. • Proven experience in strategy development, SBCC capacity assessment; designing, implementing, managing and delivering result-based programs / projects with a focus on SBCC or any other similar cross cutting programme. • Previous relevant experience with UNICEF, United Nations agencies, international cooperation agencies or government institutions is considered an asset.

For every Child, you demonstrate… UNICEF’s core values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (https://www.unicef.org/about/unicef-culture) View our functional competencies framework UNICEF Competency Definitions.pdf

Remarks: • Completion of the UN/UNICEF mandatory trainings is obligatory upon commencement of the contract. • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. • 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. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. • 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. • All materials developed will remain the copyright of UNICEF and UNICEF will be free to adapt and modify them in the future. • The Individual contractor or Consultant will perform his/her duties in line with UNICEF standards and procedures. • 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. • The selected candidate is solely responsible to ensure that the visa (applicable) and health insurance required to perform the duties of the contract are valid for the entire period of the contract. Selected candidates are subject to confirmation of fully-vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the assignment. It does not apply to consultants who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their consultancy contracts. • UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for consultants with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the selection process and afterwards in your assignment.