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For every child, a fair chance

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) have worked in the Philippines continuously since 1948.

UNICEF’s vision for every child in the Philippines is intimately linked to the realization of several Sustainable Development Goals and the promise to leave no one behind.  By 2030, we want to see that no child in the Philippines suffers from hunger; that every child has access to good health services, quality education opportunities, clean water, and toilets; and children grow up protected and develop in an inclusive, just and peaceful society.

Since its establishment, UNICEF has been helping the Philippine government to strengthen national policies, programmes, and services to ensure that all Filipino children enjoy their rights. UNICEF supports the Government to extend the coverage and implementation of policies and legislation that benefit children and the most disadvantaged; to support the implementation of positive budget reforms and leverage the considerable fiscal space; to innovate and adapt national programmes to support inclusivity and relevance in diverse remote rural areas, impoverished urban areas, hazard and conflict-prone areas; and to strengthen national capacity to monitor change for children.

As an impartial partner, we are mandated to work with both state and non-state actors to protect the rights and promote the wellbeing of every child. We have successfully worked through many Government reforms in the Philippines, and we continue to work with the national government, its different agencies, and departments, and with local government units and authorities, including the Bangsamoro Transition Authority in Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao.

UNICEF’s capacity, technical skills and structure allow us to work effectively with policy and decision-makers and be among the first responders to humanitarian crisis. It allows us to assess and respond quickly to the priorities and needs of communities in the most remote and underserved areas of the country. 

Visit this link for more information on UNICEF in the Philippines https://www.unicef.org/philippines/

How can you make a difference?

The Education Officer (Multiple Flexible Learning Pathways) is responsible for providing professional technical, operational, and administrative assistance throughout the Country Programme ensuring the delivery of results. In doing so, the incumbent implements a variety of technical and administrative programme tasks to facilitate programme development, implementation, programme progress monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of results.

Under the supervision of the Education Specialist, NO 3, the post shall undertake the following tasks:

1. Support to program development, planning and documentation

• Contribute to the periodic situational analysis to support the evidence generation on enhancing transferable and digital skills among young people
• Provide technical and administrative support throughout all stages of the programming process, within a Results-Based Management framework and aligned with UNICEF policies and processes.
• Support the coordination and collaboration with internal and external colleagues and government and CSO partners to ensure effective and efficient implementation of programme interventions, specifically those related to the LEaP! Programme and digital learning for ALS
• Suggest solutions on programme implementation concerns and submit reports for higher-level intervention and/or decisions.
• Prepare appropriate and relevant documentation (minutes/analytical reports) on proceedings and results for these two programmes, for follow-up action by concerned stakeholders. Prepare draft write-ups, accurate information and data for programme/donor reporting, complying with organizational processes and management systems to support programme planning and results-based M&E. Ensure systematic organization of such documentation, for internal records and future reference.

2.            Program management, monitoring, and delivery of results

• Conduct regular monitoring (progress monitoring, programme reviews, and annual sectoral reviews with government and other counterparts) and ensure timely reporting of inputs, activities, and results related to the two programmes using relevant documentation tools
• Facilitate the monitoring and evaluation, information and knowledge management activities, and routine and periodic programme reviews with key stakeholders
• Use the programme monitoring results, to advocate with NYC and DepEd in improving the programme implementation mechanisms 
• Ensure that programme planning and implementation, and monitoring approaches enhance policy dialogue, evidence-based discussions, and participation of target beneficiaries (i.e., young people and local communities).
• Coordinate with the Section’s Programme Assistant in monitoring and reporting on the use of sectoral programme resources (financial, administrative, and other assets), verifying compliance with approved allocation, organizational rules, regulations/procedures and donor commitments, standards of accountability and integrity.

3. Technical and operational support to programme implementation

• Undertake research around skills development and digital learning; ensure effective use of data and research findings to strengthen programme results
• Facilitate and support regular programme field visits with Government counterparts, CSO partners, and other relevant stakeholders, and provide timely and accurate information to assess progress and guide the provision of necessary technical support
• Provide technical assistance to key stakeholders to streamline monitoring and reporting processes at the national and local levels to ensure that data collection and processing are more efficient
• Provide inputs to technical documents related to these two programmes, as required by UNICEF PCO, regional office, and headquarters.
• Provide technical and operational support to various partners on the application and understanding of UNICEF policies, strategies, processes, and best practices on education- and skills-development-related issues to support programme implementation, operations and delivery of results

4. Networking and partnership building

• Execute required tasks in relation to internal partnership processes and requirements, especially in line with the establishment of the LEaP! Programme ecosystem. Draft communication and information materials, Terms of Reference, and other partnership documents, as needed.
• Build and sustain effective close working partnerships with internal colleagues, government counterparts, academe/research institutes, and national and international stakeholders through active sharing of information and knowledge to facilitate programme implementation and build the capacity of stakeholders to achieve and sustain results, and eventually scale-up the interventions.
• Facilitate regular partnership and coordination meetings and events, follow up on action points and monitoring for results. 
• Research information on potential donors and prepare resource mobilization materials and briefs (i.e., donor proposals) for fund-raising and partnership development purposes, and prepare knowledge products which will be used for advocacy and resource mobilization

5. Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

• Conduct regular consultations and knowledge sharing sessions with key stakeholders and document best practices and lessons learned to contribute to the knowledge and capacity development among programme stakeholders
• Apply innovative approaches and promote good practice to support the implementation and delivery of concrete and sustainable programme results. Collaborate with partners on re-designing programme components to improve efficiency and effectiveness, as needed.
• In coordination with key partners, support the documentation and dissemination of local demonstrative models to guide the scale-up of programme interventions at the national level.
• Contribute as a resource person in knowledge sharing and capacity building initiatives, especially in the area of multiple flexible learning pathways and multi-sectoral partnerships.

If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: TOR Educ Officer NOB.pdf

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Minimum requirements:

• Education: A university degree in one of the following fields is required: education, development studies, development communication, sociology, or another relevant technical field.

• Work Experience: 
  • A minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in programme planning & management, is required.
  • Managing or implementing skills development projects for vulnerable young people or alternative learning programs for out-of-school adolescents to enhance their employability and productivity a must.
  • Experience working or collaborating on programmes/projects connected with the Department of Education and/or the National Youth Commission.
  • Experience in supporting or managing CSO partnerships, monitoring programmatic accomplishments and financial utilization.
  • Experience in drafting/writing, editing, and presenting various programme documents, briefs, and a variety of communication materials for different target audiences is a must.

• Language Requirements: Fluency in English and Pilipino both oral and written is required.

Desirables:

• Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency. 
• Specialization with advanced degree in non-formal learning/alternative learning delivery modes would be an advantage
• Post graduate degree on any of the related fields is an advantage.
• Experience as a teacher and/or a workshop facilitator/trainer is an asset.
• Relevant experience in UNICEF or other UN agencies is considered as an asset.
• Implementation of ICT-supported learning programmes an asset.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are requested to complete an online candidate profile in http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/ by 18 July 2024 Only applications sent through the e-recruitment portal under Job no. 573413 will be considered.

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

(1) Builds and maintains partnerships

(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness

(3) Drive to achieve results for impact

(4) Innovates and embraces change

(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity

(6) Thinks and acts strategically

(7) Works collaboratively with others 

Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.

UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.

We offer a wide range of measures to include a more diverse workforce, such as paid parental leave, time off for breastfeeding purposes, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). 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 is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.

Remarks:

As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.

UNICEF’s active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable candidates from all gender-based and persons with disabilities groups in all categories are encouraged to apply.

Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. 

UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.

All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.

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