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For every child, DEDICATION

UNICEF Bolivia | UNICEF

How can you make a difference? 

Under the general guidance of the Deputy Representative, the incumbent will be responsible for the development, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Child Survival and Development programme. With the main purpose to advocate and promote public policy to improve children rights to health, nutrition and full integral development using UNICEF strategies such as advocacy, capacity building, social behavioral change, technical assistance, supply and equipment provision, promotion of south cooperation, among others.

Key functions, accountabilities and related duties/tasks:

• Ensures the preparation of the Situation Analysis and its periodic update in early childhood development, health and nutrition. Prepares sectoral inputs for the Country Programme Document (CPD) and all related documents.
• Participates in the formulation and development of programme goals, strategies and approaches for the UNICEF plan of cooperation. Plans, implements and monitors assigned activities.
• Ensures the incorporation of cross-cutting approaches and priorities (gender, equity, disabilities, EVAC, CEED among others) in the planning, implementation and monitoring of the programme.
• Participates with UNICEF/government/and other partners in the development of strategies, methodologies and identification of new approaches for improving programme delivery, with emphasis on advocacy, community participation and social mobilization.
• Coordinates and/or participates in UN interagency initiatives as part of the UNSDCF in the areas of health, nutrition and early childhood development.
• Reviews and evaluates the technical, institutional and financial feasibility and constraints of programmes/projects in coordination and collaboration with government and other partners.
• Provides technical support to government and non-government organizations at the national, departmental, and municipal levels in the planning, development and implementation stages of the programmes/projects. Plans, organizes and conducts training and orientation activities for government personnel and beneficiaries, for the purpose of capacity building at the central and regional levels, and expansion of coverage of services.
• Undertakes field visits, and surveys in order to monitor and evaluate project implementation. Identifies problems and proposes remedial action. Identifies alternative courses of action, to accelerate/improve programme delivery.
• Develops the workplan for the sector and monitors compliance to ensure objectives and targets are met and achieved. Guides and supervises professional and support staff. Ensures their training needs are met and provides on-the-job training.
• Coordinates with Operations/Supply staff on supply and non-supply assistance activities. Approves disbursement of funds ensuring proper utilization and accountability, and that activities are within established plans of action, and the programme budget allotments.
• Coordinates activities and exchanges information/ideas with other programmes, to contribute to achievement of overall country programme objectives. Participates in establishing effective monitoring, information and reporting systems, and in the development of communication materials and strategies to support advocacy and community participation.
• Participates in the preparation of all programme reports for management, board, donors, budget reviews, programme analysis, annual reports, etc.

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

Minimum requirements:

Education: Advanced University degree in Public Health, Social Management, Social Sciences or a related technical field.

• Work Experience: Minimum eight years progressively responsible professional work experience, at the national and international levels in programme planning, management, monitoring, and evaluation, in the fields of public policies related to health, nutrition. 
• Language Requirements: Fluency in spanish and english is required.

Desirables:

• Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency. 
• Background familiarity with gender mainstreaming.

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 

(8) Nurtures, leads and manages people) for a supervisory role.

Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic background, and persons with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. To create a more inclusive workplace, UNICEF offers paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. Click here to learn more about flexible work arrangements, well-being, and benefits.

According to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), persons with disabilities include those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairments which, in interaction with various barriers, may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others. In its Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy 2022-2030, UNICEF has committed to increase the number of employees with disabilities by 2030. At UNICEF, we provide reasonable accommodation for work-related support requirements of candidates and employees with disabilities. Also, UNICEF has launched a Global Accessibility Helpdesk to strengthen physical and digital accessibility. If you are an applicant with a disability who needs digital accessibility support in completing the online application, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF.

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. 

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