National Child Protection in Emergencies Expert, Long term Individual Contract on need basis, for Tajik nationals only, Tajikistan

Consultant Programme & Policy

Overview

Ensure effective implementation of child protection programs in Tajikistan.

You have:

• University degree in political science, international relations, law, international human rights, humanitarian law or other related field. A Master degree in above subjects will be an added advantage.
• At least 2 years of progressively responsible humanitarian response work experience with UN and/or NGO, including child protection programme management and/or coordination in the first phase of a major emergency response.
• Demonstrated prior experience in inter-agency cluster coordination and a national coordinator core in another humanitarian setting.
• Experience with child protection assessment tools and monitoring & reporting mechanisms.
• Working knowledge of the IASC Humanitarian Cluster System, particularly with the Child Protection Working Group and Protection Cluster.
• Ability to identify and articulate child protection concerns and link identified issues with response strategies.
• Fluency (verbal and written) in English and Tajik is required. Fluency in Russian will be an additional asset.

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UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child,

The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.

How can you make a difference?

Under the direct supervision of the Chief, Child Protection, the National Expert ensures effective implementation of child protection portion of Tajikistan CPRI, such as coordination among child protection actors engaged in responding to the humanitarian crisis in the country; to scale up the child protection response so as to cover more areas and reach more children with child protection in emergency response; to enhance the quality of services delivered; to improve the quality of information and data on the child protection sector achievements; to identify and address Child Protection issues during assessments and programme implementation, and foster referral pathways for children at risk and/or survivors of violence. The CPiE Officer will represent all parties engaged in the child protection response at national and sub-national levels to ensure that CP sub-sector information, prioritization and performance is well represented, and that timely decision-making, especially to prioritize new and emerging needs, is efficiently managed. The CPiE Officer will liaise with other cluster/sector coordinators to support inter-sectoral responses where appropriate and possible.

Main responsibilities and tasks:

• UNICEF’s global goals and Core Commitment in Emergency (Preparedness, Response and Early recovery) effectively promoted through dialogue with the sectors responsible for Child Protection, partnering in particular with Social Welfare/Protection and Justice institutions to facilitate understanding of the importance of child protection by all stakeholders, and its inclusion in national governance and reforms mechanisms, development planning and investment frameworks.
• Knowledge management effectively promoted through drafting/finalizing key Child Protection sectoral programme documents and reports, sharing good practice, lessons learned, and knowledge/information exchange with all partners, harnessing knowledge institutions resources and partnerships.
• Ensure the development and maintenance of child protection information collection in close cooperation with other partners in order to produce regular trends analyses on child protection issues for evidence-based advocacy and development of adequate child protection responses. Gender/sex-disaggregated data and inputs relevant to the Child Protection programme provided.
• Programme delivery, evaluation and reporting carried out efficiently, rigorously and transparently in compliance with the established guidelines and procedures, and fully in line with UNICEF’s Core Commitments to Children in Emergency (CCCs).
• Proper and timely UNICEF, Government and all implementing partner’s accountability ensured regarding supply and non-supply assistance as well as disbursement of programme funds for the Child Protection sector.
• Effective communication and networking achieved through partnership and collaboration; coordination amongst child protection system actors strengthened, with specific attention to children’s life skills, knowledge and participation, as actors in their own protection; engagement of civil society to supporting positive practices and involvement of children and families; capacity development of partners.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

• University degree in political science, international relations, law, international human rights, humanitarian law or other related field. A Master degree in above subjects will be an added advantage.
• At least 2 years of progressively responsible humanitarian response work experience with UN and/or NGO, including child protection programme management and/or coordination in the first phase of a major emergency response.
• Demonstrated prior experience in inter-agency cluster coordination and a national coordinator core in another humanitarian setting.
• Experience with the application of tools and techniques to support cluster coordination including contingency planning and/or situation monitoring techniques. Experience with child protection assessment tools and monitoring & reporting mechanisms.
• Working knowledge of the IASC Humanitarian Cluster System, and particularly with the Child Protection Working Group and Protection Cluster
• Knowledge of principles and approaches to Child Protection Programming in humanitarian situations
• Ability to identify and articulate child protection concerns and link identified issues with response strategies
• Experience in developing and delivering training packages.
• Understanding of key technical issues for the cluster sufficiently to be able to: engage with cluster participants, make full use of their experience and knowledge, guide strategy and plans, communicate clearly and strategically on important issues.
• Resourcefulness, flexibility, and the ability to prioritize large amounts of work while under pressure.
• Good analytical, facilitation, communication and presentation skills.
• Politically and culturally sensitive, awareness of gender issues, with qualities of patience, tact and diplomacy.
• Fluency (verbal and written) in English and Tajik is required. Fluency in Russian will be an additional asset.

REQUIREMENTS:

Qualified candidates are requested to submit:

1. Cover letter/application/CV.

2. Financial quote for the consultancy in TJS per month.

Application:

Queries can be sent to [email protected] with the subject line “National Child Protection in Emergencies Expert (for Tajik nationals only), Tajikistan”. Applications must be received in the system by 8 April 2022 on our website.

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA).

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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 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. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Remarks:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

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.

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