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For every child, a future

How can you make a difference? 

Under the guidance and general supervision of the Program Manager-PSEA, the Program Officer (NOB) PSEA will work closely with Implementing partners, PSEA Focal Points in the Field Offices, Gender Focal Points, Child Protection Section, all other Programme Sections to support in accelerating implementation and coordination of UN Harmonized IP Protocol/ IP PSEA Common Assessments across the office to strengthen prevention and response systems in both humanitarian and development contexts. The position will be based in Islamabad with frequent travels to UNICEF program areas. This assignment is expected to start by the 15th November 2024 for 364 days period to strengthen the UNICEF and CSO, and beneficiary capacity on PSEA; the Program Officer is expected to work on the key deliverables in close collaboration with UNICEF Pakistan staff, implementing partners, contractors, and PSEA network members, when assign by the supervisor.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

1. Support in accelerating implementation and coordination of UN Harmonized IP Protocol/ IP PSEA Common Assessments across the office.

• With the guidance from the PSEA Program Manager, in collaboration with UNICEF sections, support partners to ensure PSEA policies and structures are aligned with standards and requirements as per UNICEF PSEA Implementing Partners Procedures and the UN Protocol.
• Coordinate with the sectors to conduct the PSEA assessment of the Implementing Partners, monitor the implementation of policies and procedures, and community- based complaints mechanisms, to ensure policies and structures are aligned with standards and requirements as per UNICEF PSEA Implementing Partners Procedures and the UN Protocol.

• Assist PSEA Program Manager based in Islamabad with the design and dissemination of awareness training tools and facilitate events for all beneficiaries with an emphasis of their rights, what SEA and Child Safeguarding are, staff reporting obligations and options for reporting sensitive complaints and victim’s assistance.
• Support PSEA Program Manage together with the UNICEF Pakistan SBC team, strengthen inter-agency community-based complaints mechanism incorporating UNICEF existing complaint and feedback mechanisms in line with PSEA good practice.

3. Internal Capacity Development and Technical Support to sections in implementing PSEA Task Force and UN Harmonized IP Protocol with government implementing partners.

• With the guidance of the PSEA Program Manager, coordinate and update UNICEF Pakistan PSEA Action Plan and provide technical and monitoring support on the implementation of the PSEA Action Plan with Fos
• Support to organize and coordinate PSEA Task Force

If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: JD - Programme Officer-PSEA, NOB (1); JD-Programme Officer-PSEA, NOB (2)

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

Minimum requirements:

• A university degree (Bachelors or Above) in one of the following fields is required: Social Sciences, Gender and development studies, Laws, International Relations, Government, Public Policy, Social Policy, Social Development, Community Development, or another relevant technical field.
• A minimum of 2 years’ relevant and progressively professional experience working in development and emergency settings, on children’s and women’s rights, on violence prevention and response, in particular, sexual violence and other forms of gender-based violence; Child safeguarding programming and/or child protection.
• Experience in and knowledge of UN, Pakistan and IASC policies and guidance related but not limited to PSEA, AAP, GBV and Child Safeguarding is desirable.
• Fluency in English and Urdu is required. Knowledge of local dialect is considered an asset.
• Background/familiarity with emergencies is considered an asset.

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 

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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 based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, 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, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.

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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 female candidates 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. 

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