UNV Programme Officer (WaSH)

Contract

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

70 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children's survival, protection and development. The world's largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments. Under the supervision of the Programme Officer in Zahle Field office, provide professional technical assistance and support for programme design, planning and implementation, management and evaluation of programme/project activities, data analysis and progress reporting, in support of achievement of programme goals and objectives.

In addition to duty station specific vaccine requirements, appointments are subject to confirmation of fully vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the appointment. It does not apply to UN Volunteers who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their contracts.

UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for UN Volunteers with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process and afterwards in your assignment.

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Programme Officer or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UN Volunteer will:

1. Knowledge Management for Programmes • Contribute to the WASH program by supporting knowledge management through providing professional assistance in data collection and analysis for field WASH related projects and complete accurate reporting. • Participate in information exchange with field WASH partners (UNICEF and WASH Sector partners) as well as in the development of training and orientation material by providing technical assistance.

2. Programme Development and Management • Provide WASH technical assistance in the preparation of the Situation Analysis for Programme development and management by collecting and analyzing data and monitoring WASH implementation progress (WASH in emergencies and stabilization projects). • Contribute to the identification of critical WASH related intervention points and measures by administering a consistent and transparent monitoring system. • Analyze country level socio-political-economic trends and their implications for ongoing WASH projects at field level. • Draft or prepare WASH Programme work plans as required. • Propose adjustments/changes in the WASH work plans. • Propose WASH related recommendations for inclusion in formal Programme documentation, and new approaches, methods, and practices for supervisor.

3. Optimum Use of Program Funds • Monitor the WASH Programme implementation progress in the field and compliance with the agreed activities in the WASH program document (PD). • Contribute to monitoring the allocation and disbursement of WASH Programme funds, making sure that funds are properly coordinated, monitored, and liquidated as per the agreed WASH PD with the partner. • Share recommendations or actions to optimize use of WASH Programme funds.

4. Programme Monitoring and Evaluations • Undertake WASH field visits to monitor and assess Programme implementation and decides on required corrective action(s). • Collaborate with the WASH partners at field level to carry out a rigorous and transparent approach to evaluation. • Participate in the monthly WASH subnational Working Group with partners and government counterparts, provide the support to the sector lead as required and prepare the minutes of meetings.

5. Rights-Based and Results-Based Programme Management Approach • Support rights-based programs approach in the formulation of the WASH Programme goals and objectives and development of strategies and implementation frameworks. • Collaborate with all WASH partners in Zahle and assist in the strengthening of quality of child rights-based programs consistent and effective planning, design, implementation, monitoring and/or evaluation of programs and projects. • Contribute to coherence, synergy and added value to the programming planning and design processes using a results-based management approach to WASH Programme planning and design; • Provide professional WASH technical assistance in preparing viable recommendations on project implementation, alternative approaches, and optimal utilization of resources that contribute effectively to the fulfilment of the rights of children and women, and recommendations on the WASH Programme, new initiatives, and management issues to ensure achievement of stated objectives.

6. National and Local Capacity Building/Sustainability • Promote and maintain the building and reinforcing of the commitment and institutional capacities of the national and local WASH partners by identifying these partners and partnerships and providing continuous supports, coordination, and collaboration for sustainability.

7. Rights Perspective and Advocacy at the National, Community and Family Levels • Analyze WASH Programme related issues and policies from a children's and women's rights perspective and advocacy at the community and family levels for elevating credibility in national policy debates. • Promote the organization goals of UNICEF through active advocacy and communication.

8. Partnership, Coordination and Collaboration • Facilitate WASH partnership and collaboration with internal and external counterparts, including those of the UN and national partners, to improve the ability to collect and disseminate development data and information, exchange information on field WASH Programme/project status and implementation and movement/distribution of supplies. • Establish and maintain linkage to the Regional Programme Knowledge Network to ensure the availability of current and accurate WASH Programme data. • Collaborate with the Operations Section to establish and maintain sound internal controls supportive of WASH programming endeavors and to coordinate financial and supply management requirements and accountability. • Support coordination of the WaSH Section, WASH Sector, and Partner’s meetings during emergency and post-emergency and ensure follow up on action points • Provide professional support in provision of technical advice, negotiation, and promotion of area/country level goals, leading to agreement on practicable and priority actions to be supported by UNICEF programme. • Attend relevant WASH Sector thematic groups meetings and give input on strategies the taskforce may use to execute its tasks as per the workplan. • 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.

• Accountability • Adaptability and flexibility • Creativity • Judgement and decision-making • Planning and organising • Professionalism • Self-management

data analyses, information management, WaSH, or other relevant programs; experience in emergency and program monitoring is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organization. • Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills. • 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.

As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. This position is based Zahle Lebanon. National UN Volunteers are part of the malicious insurance plan. National UN Volunteers are expected to be culturally sensitive and adjust to the prevailing culture and traditions.

National UN Specialist Volunteers in Lebanon are entitled to:

• Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) at the amount of USD 1,606.58; • Annual and learning leaves; • Free Medical and life insurance; • Free access to different learning platforms.

For more information on UN Volunteer benefits, entitlements and support, please visit: https://www.unv.org/volunteer-your-country-conditions-service