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.

Organizational Context & Project Description: For 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

The position is with UNICEF Kazakhstan country office, for more information please visit the website: www.unicef.org/kazakhstan

In Kazakhstan, young people aged 10-24 make up almost one-fifth of the population. With education, skills, and opportunities, these young people will help transform economies and countries. UNICEF encourages the participation of young people and children and involves them in identifying problems and finding solutions in various areas, such as problems affecting children in urban settings, school safety, and youth policy. To make Kazakhstan a world leader in promoting the youth agenda, UNICEF launched volunteering programmes in 2020 in the following areas: - #PlasticFreeKazakhstan programme to promote positive environmental practices among children and to reduce the use of plastic; - Be Kind campaign to prevent bullying in schools and to promote positive parenting; creating a safe environment and combating bullying and cyberbullying. - Supporting adolescents during the COVID-19 outbreak through the online

ПайдасыБарКарантин campaign.

With the support from the Government of Kazakhstan, it is planned to scale up the volunteering programme to all regions of Kazakhstan and to engage more young people as UNICEF volunteers.

Under the direct supervision of UNICEF Kazakhstan Communication Specialist, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:

Support Communication Specialist in day-to-day coordination of the UNICEF Kazakhstan volunteering programme. Ensure timely and duly implementation of all activities listed in the Programme document, signed with local volunteering organization in accordance with the rules and regulations of UNICEF. Coordinate various volunteering programme components, including (1) “Silver Volunteers” project, which is aimed at medical volunteers who will be able to give lectures to the target audience on nutrition, ECD, vaccination, breastfeeding and positive parenting; (2) Reimagine education through a comprehensive mentorship in support of children with their homework, especially from rural areas, using a peer-to-peer approach; (3) Capacity building of school children and adolescents on digital literacy, cyber safety, peace and stability through volunteering networks; (4) Engaging children and young volunteers in emergency preparedness and response, disaster risk reduction (DRR) and climate change adaptation. Ensure coordination with the partner organizations, local authorities and the ministries to ensure all the necessary supporting documents for project implementation. Ensure accurate and timely submission of quarterly and annual activity progress reports, financial reports and FACE forms to UNICEF. Coordinate assessments to evaluate the impact of the volunteering programme. Work on volunteering programme promotion by preparing inputs to press releases, human interest stories and other public information products. - Any other tasks deemed necessary to achieve the project objectives according to the request of UNICEF. - Ensuring daily communication with Outcomes leads (subject-matter experts) and participate to the Communication/SBC team weekly meetings. - Lead the process and take all required technical and administrative follow up actions, both internally and externally, for continuing implementation of the PCA with the NGO selected for the Volunteers Programme; - Support Social and Behaviour Change Officer in day-to-day coordination of SBC interventions on community engagement, including national volunteers on raising awareness of parents/ caregivers on early childhood development (ECD) with the focus on monitoring the developmental delays, on engagement of adolescents, youth and their families into communication campaigns on girls’ empowerment and ending violence against children, including gender-based violence.

Results/Expected Outputs  Efficient, timely, responsive, and high-quality support in UNICEF Kazakhstan volunteering programme implementation;  Updates on the volunteering programme regularly provided to the programme team, in- cluding the Global Volunteering Office;  All activities listed in the Programme document, signed with local volunteering organization, are duly and timely administered and implemented in close cooperation with Programme Officers responsible for each result included into the Programme Document. The partnership budget is closely monitored, and updates are provided to relevant col- leagues. The necessary inputs on the UNICEF Kazakhstan volunteering programme achievements are given for the respective donor reports. Timely submission of all necessary narrative and financial reports and their quality check in accordance with the rules and regulations of UNICEF are ensured through collaboration with the selected local volunteering organization;  The development of capacity through coaching, mentoring and formal on-the-job training, when working with staff or (non-) governmental counterparts, including Implementing Partners (IPs);  Age, Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated and documented in all activities throughout the assignment;  Efficient, timely, responsive, and high-quality support in SBC and community engagement interventions for the selected thematic areas.

Accountability Adaptability and Flexibility Communication Ethics and Values Planning and Organizing Professionalism Self-Management Working in Teams Care Integrity Respect Trust Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness Works Collaboratively with others Builds and Maintains Partnerships Innovates and Embraces Change Thinks and Acts Strategically Drive to achieve impactful results Manages ambiguity and complexity

“House rules”:  Completion of the UN/UNICEF mandatory trainings is obligatory upon commencement of the as- signment.  UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles.  UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, irrespective of gender, nation- ality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities.  All materials developed will remain the copyright of UNICEF and UNICEF will be free to adapt and modify them in the future.  UNICEF reserves the right to use interim project products (all type ones) in other project sites.  The Appointee will perform his/her duties in line with UNICEF standards and procedures.  Deadlines may shift and the exact schedule of activities.  Relations between staff members should be guided by mutual respect. Please, refer to the Stand- ards of Conduct in the International Civil Service.

one or more of the following areas is required: social development programme planning, communication for development or social and behaviour change, public advocacy or another related area.

Experience Description:  Proven ability to coordinate and manage complex project work, with focus on education, youth engagement, social and behaviour change,  Knowledge of social and behavior change (SBC) methods and approaches including behavioral science, human centered design, communication,  Experience in building partnerships with various stakeholders, including NGOs, local authorities and private sector partners,  Experience in report writing, monitoring and evaluation of projects;  Previous experience working with the UN funded projects desirable;  Fluency in English and Russian, strong command of Kazakh will be an asset;  Good communication and public speaking skills

Nur-Sultan is the capital of the Republic of Kazakhstan and located in the centre of the country in the dry steppe zone. Its population is more than 800 thousand. The city consists of three districts: Almaty, Saryarka and Yessil. The city’s economy is based on trade, industrial production, transport, communication and construction. Nur-Sultan accommodates numerous business centres, theatres, museums, art galleries, exhibition halls and entertainment complexes (movie theatres, nightclubs, parks, restaurants, cafes etc.).

Official languages are Kazakh and Russian. Assignment Place Remarks: UN Security level: Minimal-1

As of July 2022, the amount of the Monthly Living Allowance received by the National UN Volunteer Specialists in Nur-Sultan is approx. KZT 323,590/month. Other benefits include: Entry lump sum of USD 400 (a one-time contribution towards expenses incurred before and initially upon commencement of service); Comprehensive coverage for health, life and malicious acts for the UN Volunteer and health insurance coverage for up to 3 eligible dependents; Access to UNV's learning and career development resources; Annual leave: 2.5 days per month; Exit allowance (paid on successful completion of the assignment).

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