Technical Specialist - Child Protection (Behaviour Change)

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This is a UNV International Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as International UN Volunteer. It is normally internationally recruited only. More about UNV International Specialist contracts.

UNICEF is mandated by the United Nations General Assembly to advocate for the protection of children's rights, to help meet their basic needs and to expand their opportunities to reach their full potential. UNICEF is guided by the Convention on the Rights of the Child and strives to establish children's rights as enduring ethical principles and international standards of behaviour towards children. UNICEF Pacific Multi-Country Office provides technical and financial assistance to strengthen child protection systems to prevent and respond to child protection concerns in 14 Pacific Island Countries and Territories (PICT’s), through three Programme Components: (i) strengthening of the legal and policy framework; (ii) building the capacity of services across social welfare, justice, police, health and education sectors; and (iii) promoting social behaviour change.

This position will support the implementation of the Social Behaviour Change Component, which includes the following areas of intervention: (i) community-based approaches; (ii) engagement with Churches; (iii) engagement with social media, including child online protection; (iv) multi-channel communication campaigns; and (v) adolescent engagement.

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Child Protection Specialist (Behaviour Change) or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer Technical Specialist - Child Protection (Behaviour Change) will:

Programme Development (30%) - Contribute to programme design, identifying strengths to build on and gaps/bottlenecks to be addressed, taking into account behavior change programming theories and experiences of the Pacific Islands - Contribute to the development of implementation strategies, including a vision for longer-term scaling up, a coverage plan, a costed multi-year plan and a monitoring and evaluation framework - Contribute to the development of information education and communication (IEC) materials, management tools for planning and monitoring, training modules and materials.

Programme Management (60%) - Contribute to internal planning and reporting on programme outputs and outcomes and indicator tracking, following a results-based approach, including budget planning and monitoring - Contribute to planning and implementation of regular planning and review meetings with implementing partners - Provide technical support to implementing partners for the training of trainers, programme managers and supervisors on child protection, training and community facilitation techniques, management and supervision, and contents specific to each programme component - Provide technical support to implementing partners for planning, review, supervision, monitoring, reporting and data collection - Provide technical support to implementing partners for implementation of activities with communities, media, church leaders, adolescents and other stakeholders

Partnerships and Resource Mobilization (10%) - Support the identification of implementing partners for the various programme components - Support the development of partnerships, including drafting of programme cooperation agreements - Contribute to the preparation of funding proposals and reports for donors - Prepare programme briefs for potential donors - Develop communication products to promote programme visibility

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.

13. Results/expected outputs

• 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: o Social Behaviour Change Programme component adequately managed. o Programme strategies, implementation plans, IEC, training and management materials and tools developed. o Implementing partners provided technical support for all aspects of programme implementation. o Programme interventions implemented with quality and according to planned timeline. o Internal and donor reporting requirements met with the expected quality and in a timely manner. o Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated and documented in all activities throughout the assignment o 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: 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; • Commitment to continuous learning. • Planning and organizing: • Communication: proven interpersonal skills; • Flexibility: • Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards UNICEF’s mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values.

• Management and implementation of social and behaviour change programmes • Development of IEC materials, training modules and management tools • Delivery of training/facilitation • Engagement with communities, faith-based organisations, social media, other media, adolescents • All the above preferably in an area related to child protection

• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional work experience in social programme development and management, preferably in developing countries. • Excellent interpersonal skills: culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners; relating with people, team work, networking; • Excellent communication skills: ability to communicate technical concepts, knowledge and skills in a clear, simple and jargon-free language; ability to present information in a well-structured, logical manner; • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines. • Full computer literacy • Good command of spoken and written English • Knowledge of Pacific Island context and/or culture is considered an asset.

The UNICEF office is based in Suva city centre. Suva is the bustling capital city of the Fiji Islands with a population estimated at 175,000 including the suburbs. Located on the south-eastern coast of the main island of Viti Levu, Suva is the administrative and political centre of the country. It is one of the South Pacific's largest and most sophisticated cities and home to many regional and international development organizations, including (list UN agencies), agencies and high commissions (Forum Secretariat etc). Suva is a very multicultural city which is reflected by the different mosques, churches, temples and cultural centres. Residencies can be found within 5-10 minutes walking distance of the office and UNVs would not need private transport as public transport is plentiful, safe and good value. Extensive information on living in Suva can be found here: https://un-lesa-fiji.wixsite.com/settling-in-fiji/general-information

The Security Level in Suva is classified as Minimal (Level 1) as per the UN security management system in Fiji. UNDSS advises UN Staff to exercise normal safety and security precautions. Cyclone season is November to April. Driving, particularly at night, can be dangerous due to insufficient street lighting, stray animals, and poor-quality roads. Robbery, theft, assault, including gender-based violence does occur. Crime is generally opportunistic; however, incidents occur more frequently in urban areas and at night. Staff advised to be particularly careful in the downtown Suva area at night. Outbreaks of endemic mosquito-borne illnesses (including dengue fever) are common. Staff arriving are required to obtain their TRIP Security Clearance prior to travel and attend the regional security orientation brief (Wednesdays at 10hr00) located at UNDSS.