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For every child, Protection 

How can you make a difference? 

Within the delegated authority and the given organizational set-up, the incumbent may be accountable for all or assigned areas of the following major duties and end results.

Summary of Key Functions and Accountabilities 

1. Programme Planning the SOMOUD and Health and Nutrition component has a well-defined workplan, implementation plan, realistic and prioritized M&E plan of monitoring and evaluation activities, developed collaboratively that provides all the relevant and strategic information needed to manage the World Bank Grants 
2. Performance Monitoring and Review and Evaluation. The monitoring and review functions of the SOMOUD are well defined to assess implementation progress towards meeting the World Bank Grant Agreement.   
3. Technical Assistance and Capacity Building. The programme team is provided with sound technical guidance and capacity building to meet expectations and requirements for SOMOUD  
4. Coordination and Networking. The Project is linked to UNICEF office wide Health and Nutrition developments in ways that both contributes to and benefits from organizational learning on effective programme management. 

Key End-Results Expected 

Programme Planning  

• • Timely sectoral analysis, input, support, and coordination contribute to the Situation Analysis and its periodic update for effective project planning, development, and management, in partnerships with key stakeholders. 
  • Quality contributions are made to the development and implementation of strategies and approaches through participation and collaboration with internal and external partnership for SOMOUD. 
  • SOMOUD work plan and objectives are developed, implementation support is effectively provided, and planned results are timely delivered in consultation with Field Offices, other sections and relevant partners. 

Programme Performance Monitoring and Review and Evaluations.  

• • Technical support is provided to field offices, authorities, implementing partners and all other partners at various stages of the project implementation, monitoring and evaluation, including capacity building of authorities’ personnel and beneficiaries.   
  • Required programme/project reports are timely prepared and shared with relevant stakeholders as required in compliance with the established guidelines and procedures. 
  • Lead and facilitate preparation for the regular programme reviews including reviews with World Bank  Technical Assistance and Capacity Building.  
  • Provide effective technical assistance and capacity building support in the development, implementation and management of the health and nutrition component of SOMOUD and efficient communication is provided in building technical partnership with collaborative agencies and implementing partners .   
  • UNICEF, authorities and implementing partners accountability is ensured for programme implementation, supply and non-supply assistance, disbursement of programme funds for SOMOUD and Partner management. 
  • Advises on data collection methodologies and research related to Health and Nutrition programme interventions, and the introduction of new approaches and methods in project monitoring and evaluation.  

Coordination and Networking.  

• • Coordinate with programme management team, field office colleagues, Ministry of Health and other relevant Ministries at all levels to ensure timely delivery of the  programme deliverables.  
  • Take an active role in planning, monitoring and evaluation of the programme including support to the identification, prioritization, conduct and quality assurance of interventions. 
  • Coordinate with the donor, partners and other UN agencies on planning and monitoring and evaluation of the programme.  
  • Facilitates and contributes to the programme review, implementation support and programme monitoring and review missions.   

Impact of Results 

Covering both River Nile and Northern States, the efficiency and efficacy of support provided by the Programme Specialist - Health and Nutrition provides overall coordination, technical leadership, guidance and direction for SOMOUD health and nutrition programme development, design, planning, implementation, and administration of specific project activities within the country office. This in turn contributes to maintaining and enhancing the credibility and ability of UNICEF to continue to provide programme services to protect the rights of children, and to promote greater social equality to enable them to survive, develop and reach their full potential in society. 

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

Minimum requirements:

Education:

• Advanced University Degree in in Public Health and Nutrition, Medicine, Child Development, Community Development, or other relevant disciplines 

Work Experience:

• Five years of professional work experience in health programme development and implementation activities as follows: 
• Professional work experience in primary health care programmes is an advantage. 
• Experience working in emergency environments is a requirement.  
• Previous experience with WB or IFI projects is desirable.  
• Active involvement in a humanitarian crisis response programme preferred. 
• Experience in an international organization desirable. 

Language Requirements:

• Language Requirements: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (French, Spanish, Arabic, or Russian) or the local language is 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…

• Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (1) 
• Works Collaboratively with others (1)  
• Builds and Maintains Partnerships (1) 
• Innovates and Embraces Change (1) 
• Thinks and Acts Strategically (1) 
• Drive to achieve impactful results (1) 
• Manages ambiguity and complexity (1) 

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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.

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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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