Writer Consultant for developing knowledge management on SCAP, ECARO, Home-based (62 working days)
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Job no: 578449
Contract type: Consultant
Duty Station: Geneva
Level: Consultancy
Location: Switzerland
Categories: Communication
UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.
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The overall aim of the contract is to support the ECARO Climate and Sustainability section and six Country Offices (COs) in the Western Balkans in building knowledge management and documenting the implementation of the Sustainability and Climate Change Action Plan in the Western Balkans.
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Scope of Work: The Western Balkans are facing a growing threat from climate change, particularly extreme weather events and pollution. According to the UNFCCC the Western Balkan region is particularly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, highlighting the significant temperature increase in the past decades, the precipitation changes and the increased risks of floods and draughts. Children are disproportionately impacted by climate change due to their unique physiological and psychological development. The Western Balkans have historically relied heavily on coal for electricity generation. The extensive use of coal contributes to greenhouse gases emissions but also significantly affecting air quality and children’s health[1]. The European Commission has launched initiatives to support a just transition in coal-dependent regions, including those in the Western Balkans. Documenting UNICEF's work and achievements in climate change education, green skills, and youth climate action is essential to highlight its added value in supporting the Just Transition process in the Western Balkans. Furthermore, as part of the UNFCCC non-annex countries, the governments from the Western Balkan territories are developing their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) to adapt to the impacts and reduce greenhouse gases in line with the Paris Agreement. The upcoming submissions of the third round of NDCs in 2025 presents a critical opportunity for integrating mitigation and adaptation measures that protect and empower children. Documenting the progress of child-sensitive NDCs and UNICEF engagement is important to highlight UNICEF role in the climate sector. UNICEF is implementing various programs to protect children from climate change impacts and empower them to take action. The UNICEF-Swedish Environmental Protection Agency (SwEPA) Partnership for Improved Air Quality in the Western Balkans is supporting national and local governments to improve air quality, mobilizing young people, and improving education systems, air quality data and governance to tackle levels of air pollution that are among the worst in Europe. The programme supports the harmonization of the EU acquis in the Western Balkan focusing on legislation on environment and education, and the implementation of the Western Balkans Green Agenda. This unique partnership not only aims to strengthen government capacities on air quality governance and data, but it also aims to inform, educate, and create spaces for young people to engage in advocacy and policy dialogue with key stakeholders, giving them a chance to influence policies, behavior change and social norms around air quality. UNICEF is strengthening formal education systems through curricula review, educational materials and teacher training; and mobilizing young people on this issue through youth-led community action, advocacy, internships and innovations. Beyond youth engagement and climate change education, UNICEF works to enhance social protection systems to safeguard children and families from climate risks, with notable example from Bosnia and Herzegovina. UNICEF has also engaged with the private sector to support the digital and green skills development. Documenting UNICEF work across various programs in the Western Balkans will support COs develop compelling narratives for their work and support building the knowledge management of the ECARO climate and sustainability section. UNICEF is looking for someone with extensive experience in communication and private sector engagement to support the delivery of the following key deliverables of this consultancy work:
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To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
- An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in communications, business administration or related field.
- Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience including, expertise in communications and writing as well as experience working in the private sector.
- Experience in the climate and environment sectors is considered an asset.
- Excellent ability to communicate and write in English.
- Proficient in a Western Balkan language is considered an asset.
For every Child, you demonstrate…
UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS).
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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.
Remarks:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws.
The selected candidate is solely responsible to ensure that the visa (applicable) and health insurance required to perform the duties of the contract are valid for the entire period of the contract. Selected candidates 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 assignment. It does not apply to consultants 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 consultancy contracts.
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