Support for developing and implementing a learning and development strategy for the Adolescent Development and Participation (ADAP) Section

Contract

This is a UNV National Expert contract. This kind of contract is known as National UN Volunteer. It is normally only for nationals. More about UNV National Expert contracts.

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives, to defend their rights, and to help them fulfil their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. This UNV Ex[pert will support the set-up of a concrete learning and development and research/documentation strategy at UNICEF South Asia Regional Office (ROSA) Adolescent Development and Participation (ADAP) Section.

The predominant support will be for a strategy and commencement of implementation for a marketing plan for the Adolescent Development and Participation MOOC on adult leadership for adolescent participation in institutional settings. This predominantly video-based solution for enhancing capacities to develop and implement participation policies, mechanisms and strategies has been developed in collaboration with adolescents, public functionaries, CSO representatives and UNICEF staff.

In addition to this support, the UNV Expert will also develop a strategy to disseminate research and documentation among ADAP practitioners across the region. Maintaining and enhancing a state of the art ADAP Sharepoint, and delivering on easy to access ADAP newsletters will be a key task that connects this work across the core areas of learning and development.

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Adviser, Adolescent Development and Participation or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UNV Adolescent Development and Participation will:

• Develop and implement a strategy for the dissemination of the Massive Open Online Course on adolescent participation in institutional settings. • Develop and implement a learning dissemination strategy through production of bimonthly newsletters (2) and enhancing a state-of-the-art ADAP Sharepoint. • Any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor.

Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers programme mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the following suggested activities:

• Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day). • Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country. • Provide annual and end of assignment self-reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities. • Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc. • Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers. • Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.

As an active UNICEF team member, efficient, timely, responsive, client-friendly and high quality support rendered to UNICEF and its beneficiaries in the accomplishment of her/his functions, including:

• Collaboration with country staff on marketing of MOOC and monitoring of its use • Obtain and document systematically feedback on the benefits and challenges of the MOOC • Develop two newsletters for Q 3 and 4 • Update and enhance ADAP Sharepoint design and use • Periodic submission of analyzed quantitative and qualitative data on adolescent wellbeing • Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated and documented in all activities throughout the assignment • A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for peace and development during the assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in and capacities developed

• Professionalism: demonstrated understanding of operations relevant to UNICEF; technical capabilities or knowledge relevant or transferrable to UNICEF procedures and rules; discretion, political sensitivity, diplomacy and tact to deal with clients; ability to apply good judgement; ability to liaise and coordinate with a range of different actors, especially in senior positions; where appropriate, high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; resourcefulness and willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented.

• Integrity: demonstrate the values and ethical standards of the UN and UNICEF in daily activities and behaviours while acting without consideration of personal gains; resist undue political pressure in decision-making; stand by decisions that are in the organization’s interest even if they are unpopular; take prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behaviour; does not abuse power or authority.

• Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, mixed gender environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; sensitivity and adaptability to culture, gender, religion, nationality and age; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of UN operations; ability to achieve common goals and provide guidance or training to colleague.

• Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment.

• Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities.

• Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups.

• Flexibility: adaptability and ability to live and work in potentially hazardous and remote conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort; to operate independently in austere environments for protracted periods; willingness to travel within the area of operations and to transfer to other duty stations within the area of operations as necessary.

• Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards UNICEF mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values.

the national and/or international level in international development, development studies, adolescent and youth development and participation, good governance, or other relevant programmes; experience with:

creating interfaces among adolescents/youth and government institutions is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organization; Knowledge on adolescent and youth development, and nuanced understanding of adolescent and youth participation; Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skill; Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing; Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development; Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel; Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines; Sound security awareness; Have affinity with or interest in child and adolescent rights, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System

Remote work

As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. National UN Volunteers are part of the malicious insurance plan.