SPEAR National Consultant - Social Protection

Support development of child-sensitive social protection systems

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Application deadline 2 years ago: Monday 13 Nov 2023 at 17:55 UTC

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Overview

Support development of child-sensitive social protection systems

You have:

  • Master's Degree in Economics/ Development Studies/ Social Sciences/ Statistics or related field is required.
  • At least 10 years of demonstrated experience in social protection and human rights.
  • Experience with the UN or other international organizations is an advantage.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the Bangladesh context in social protection is required.
  • Ability to speak and write in English and Bangla with professionalism is required.

Contract

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Background and Purpose of the Assignment:

UNICEF aims to provide technical assistance support to the government in its role of coordinating and providing policy analysis support for the NSSS. The main focus will be to support (a) strengthen the child-sensitive social protection system (b) development of a shock-responsive social protection system, and (c) close the social protection gap for children under five, particularly increasing coverage of vulnerable children under the spirit of universality, where no child is left behind.

Work Assignment Overview:

Tasks/Milestones:****Deliverables/Output:****Timeline:- Development of an Inception report and a work plan - Conduct meetings with the Cabinet Division, Department of Women Affairs MOWCA, and stakeholders - Development of a concept note (including political economy analysis) for identifying areas of support to the Cabinet Division for development of the NSSS

  • A detailed yearly work plan
  • Meeting reports
  • Project Concept note

End of month two from the date of contract signing

  • Communication and liaison with relevant government partners and facilitate implementation of the planned activities
  • Provide strategic support to MOWCA in implementing the cash-plus component of the MCBP

Progress report/ written communicationEnd of month four

  • Coordinate and organize meetings with multi-stakeholders including DPs and government to track progress (continuous)
  • Support high-level consultations/ prepare briefs to inform the NSSS development process
  • Provide support to MOWCA in implementing the cash-plus component of the MCBP

Progress report/ written communication

End of month six

  • Coordinate and organize meetings with multi-stakeholders including local government offices for implementation of the MCBP cash plus component and to track implementation progress (continuous)
  • Support high-level consultations/ prepare briefs to inform the NSSS development process

Progress report/ written communication

End of month eight

  • Coordinate and organize meetings with multi-stakeholders including DPs and government to track progress (continuous)
  • Support high-level strategic consultations/ prepare briefs to inform the NSSS development process
  • Provide support to MOWCA in implementing the cash-plus component of the MCBP

Progress report/ written communication

End of month ten

  • Coordinate and organize meetings with multi-stakeholders including local government offices for implementation of the MCBP cash plus component and to track implementation progress (continuous)
  • Conduct meetings with the Cabinet Division, Department of Women Affairs MOWCA and stakeholders

Progress report/ written communication

End of month twelve

Minimum Qualifications/Knowledge/Expertise/Skills required:

  • At least a Master’s Degree in Economics/ Development Study/Social Sciences/ Statistics/ or related field especially advanced academic certificate/diploma courses on International Humanitarian Action /Social policy/Social Protection is required.
  • At least 10 years of demonstrated experience in the areas of Social protection, human rights.
  • Previous experience in similar activities with the UN or other international organizations will be an added advantage
  • Demonstrate knowledge, experience understanding of the Bangladesh context especially in the area of social protection,
  • Ability to speak and write both in English and Bangla language with a minimum level of professionalism.

Administrative Details:

Assignment duration: 84 working days spread over 14 months

Work modality: Primarily work from home with occasional visit to office - TBD

Travel: 6 trips (a 4-days trip in every two months)

Payment: Payment will be made upon successful completion of each deliverables with certification from supervisor

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Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you coordinated with multiple stakeholders on a project? This question assesses your ability to manage relationships and collaborate effectively. Provide specifics on the stakeholders involved and the outcomes of the coordination.
How do you approach policy analysis in relation to social protection? The interviewer is interested in your analytical skills and understanding of social policy. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to ensure inclusivity in social protection programs? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe how you handle challenges when implementing social protection initiatives. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What is your experience with providing strategic support in government settings? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 2 years ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: unicef.org