•   VNNo.: VN-15-15
•   Duty Station: Accra
•   Post Level: NO-B
•   Type of Contract: Fixed-Term

Purpose of the post
Under the general supervision of the Chief, Protection, contribute to programme design, implementation, and evaluation of-programme activities data analysis and progress reporting related to the protection of children from violence, abuse, neglect and exploitation.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

•   Assess local conditions and resources, and monitor UNICEF inputs. Communicate with local counterpart authorities on programme feasibility and effectiveness including monitoring the flow of supply and non-supply assistance. Continue collaboration with existing counterparts and identify new partners to build an increasingly protective environment for children, free from violence, abuse, neglect and exploitation in their home environments and in schools.
•   Assist in the design and implementation of processes of behavioural and social change for better protection of children against violence, abuse, exploitation and other forms of harmful practices in close collaboration with Government and civil society counterparts, religious and traditional leaders.
•   Analyse programme implementation reports and evaluate against established programme expected results and plans of action. Help prepare reports and analytical documents on programme implementation and progress.
•   Liaise with partners, donors and other programme teams within UNtCEF to ensure maximum impact of programme activities. Assist in the process of capacity-building of child protection for UNICEF staff and counterparts. Select and compile training and orientation materials for those involved, including donor and help facilitate media visits.

Qualification Required & Experience

•   University Degree in Social Sciences or related technical field.
•   Two years professional experience at national and international levels with an emphasis on planning, managing and monitoring of child rights promotion and protection activities, as well as experience with developing communication strategies and training materials development. Practical experience in working with youth to enhance youth participation in UNICEF projects, an asset.
•   Fluency in English and another UN working language required.
•   Communication, analytical, negotiating, advocacy and training skills.
•   Good co-ordinating and management skills, ability to build and lead a good working team
•   Ability to conceptualise, innovate, plan and execute ideas.    '
•   Knowledge of computer management and applications, particularly word processing and spreadsheets.
•   Ability to work in an international and multicultural environment.

Competency Profile

Core Values (Required)

•   Commitment
•   Diversity and Inclusion
•   Integrity

Core Competencies (Required)

•   Communication [I]
•   Working with People [I]
•   Drive for Results [I]

Functional Competencies (Required),

•   Formulating Strategies and Concepts [I]
•   Analysing   [II]
•   Applying Technical Expertise  11]
•   Learning and Researching [II]
•   Planning and Organising [II]

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

If you have experience working in a similar capacity and want to make an active and lasting contribution to build a better world for children and match the profile outlines, send a brief application letter supported by detailed curriculum vitae, UN Personal History form (which can be downloaded from (www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/P11.doc) and photocopies of other supporting documents to:

The Human Resources Officer
UNICEF
P. O. BOX 5051
Accra-North

Location: 4-8 Rangoon Close, Cantonments
(Behind UNDP, near Ghana National Fire Service Headquarters on the Ring Road)

Closing Date: 01 March, 2015

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for written test.

UJNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff. Well qualified candidates, particularly females are strongly encouraged to apply.