Stop TB Partnership - Advocacy Experts (roster recruitment - retainer contract)

Contract

This is a IICA-2 contract. This kind of contract is known as International Individual Contractor Agreements. It is normally internationally recruited only. It's an external contract. It usually requires 5 years of experience, depending on education. More about IICA-2 contracts.

Background Information - Job-specific

UNOPS hosts the Stop Tuberculosis Partnership Secretariat (STBP) as of 1 January 2015, in Geneva, Switzerland. The vision of the Stop TB Partnership is to realize the goal of elimination of Tuberculosis (TB) as a public health problem and, ultimately, to obtain a world free of TB by ensuring that every TB patient has access to effective diagnosis, treatment and cure; stopping transmission of TB; reducing the inequitable social and economic toll of TB; and developing and implementing new preventive, diagnostic and therapeutic tools and strategies.

The Stop Partnership is uniquely positioned to support the development and further implementation by partners of the current and future Global Plan, acting as a coordinator and catalyst for the range of partners engaged in the fight against TB. Founded in 2001, the Stop TB Partnership's mission is to serve every person who is vulnerable to TB and ensure that high-quality treatment is available to all who need it. Stop TB partners include international and technical organizations, government programmes, research and funding agencies, foundations, NGOs, civil society and community groups and the private sector.

Functional Responsibilities

The Stop TB Partnership is looking to establish a roster with multiple consultants on retainer contracts who can be deployed rapidly on specific advocacy tasks as and when needed. The aim is to support the achievement of STBP Advocacy strategy and to further promote the Stop TB Partnership’s objectives at the global, regional, and country levels.

Successful candidates will be placed on a roster and would be required to undertake tasks assigned to them either virtually from their home location or may have to travel to meetings and events as needed. Candidates from high TB burden countries are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will have an opportunity to work in various time limited advocacy assignments covering the areas of resource mobilization, setting up of ambitious targets and commitments, policy change, project management, and to employ research, analytical, and advocacy skills.

The selected candidates will serve under the overall supervision of the STBP Deputy Executive Director but will work closely and under the guidance of the members of the STBP Advocacy team. Specific tasks will include:

• Development of advocacy content and documents for international and national meetings and events, including call to actions, political declarations, background documents and campaigns.
• Develop and update global and country advocacy briefs and contribute ideas for improving the dashboards and interactive maps of the Stop TB Partnership, in order to improve their effectiveness as advocacy tools.

• Development of high caliber advocacy messages after review and analysis of global/regional/country progress reports, commitments, and priorities.

• Reviewing and finalizing necessary information, report writing, coordinating inputs from international and country entities, and technical experts and advocacy leads.

• Provide Advocacy expertise through facilitation in webinars and online meetings/events.
• Develop narrative reports for donors and of important meetings and events.
• Provide support establishing close and strong collaboration and advocacy support in prioritized high TB burden countries, working closely with STBP grantees and National STBP platforms.

• Build capacity of Stop TB Partnership grantees on advocacy and resource mobilization.

• Participate in development of specific reports commissioned by Stop TB Partnership for advocacy or accountability.

• Develop advocacy documents (letters to Permanent missions, donors, state authorities, etc. using appropriate diplomatic language and style.
• Participate actively in different surveys STBP plans to convey in prioritized and high TB burden countries.

The Roster membership does not guarantee an amount of work days per year and will be considered when a specific need is raised.

Education/Experience/Language requirements

Education Requirements: An Advanced University (Master’s degree or equivalent) in health, medicine, project management, statistics, epidemiology, political science, humanities, communication, journalism, social sciences, economics, science, or similar subjects.

A University degree (Bachelor’s degree or undergraduate degree) degree (Master’s degree) in the subjects mentioned above and with an additional two (2) years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of an advanced University Degree.

Professional Experience Requirements: A minimum of 5 years' experience in one of the following areas: advocacy; resource mobilization, project management; or policy (ideally some experience in all four areas).

Track record in the development and successful delivery of advocacy projects related to TB and/or public health/development.

Excellent writing skills and previous report writing experience would be considered an asset.

Excellent analytical skills and experience in handling data is a strong advantage, including knowledge of basic data analysis software.

Background in global health and working knowledge of the UN and multilateral institutions is desirable.

Desired Skills and Knowledge:

Good organizational skills and ability to create and manage regional and country network of decision makers, public health specialists, community and TB activists.

Creativity and capabilities to communicate at high level country and regional meetings and platforms.

Maintain own network of advocacy contacts that may help to communicate TB advocacy messages in innovative and engaging ways, promote innovations in TB response and TB fundraising

Project planning, management and implementation skills.

Well-balanced blend of analytical skills and strategic thinking.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Working knowledge of another UN official language would be considered an asset.

Competencies

Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization. Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.(for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above) Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity and inclusion.

Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role). Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving. Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.

Contract type, level and duration

Contract type: Individual Contractor Agreement - retainer based on a daily fee. Contract level: ICS-10 (IICA2, LICA10, P3 equivalent) Contract duration: The retainer contract will be valid for 12 months, with possibility to renew based on satisfactory performance and budget availability.

For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link: https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx

Additional Considerations

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified candidates from High TB burden countries are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• UNOPS seeks to reasonably accommodate candidates with special needs, upon request.
• Work life harmonization - UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands. We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options. This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types
• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (around 4 hours) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS.
• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns. Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.

Background Information - UNOPS

UNOPS is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve sustainable development.

UNOPS areas of expertise cover infrastructure, procurement, project management, financial management and human resources.

Working with us

UNOPS offers short- and long-term work opportunities in diverse and challenging environments across the globe. We are looking for creative, results-focused professionals with skills in a range of disciplines.

Diversity

With over 4,000 UNOPS personnel and approximately 7,000 personnel recruited on behalf of UNOPS partners spread across 80 countries, our workforce represents a wide range of nationalities and cultures. We promote a balanced, diverse workforce — a strength that helps us better understand and address our partners’ needs, and continually strive to improve our gender balance through initiatives and policies that encourage recruitment of qualified female candidates.

Work life harmonization

UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands.