National Child Protection Officer (Justice for Children), NOB on TA, Dushanbe, Tajikistan

Accountable for professional technical contribution to project design, planning, administration, monitoring and evaluation of Child Protection programme, Justice for Children project activities, data analysis and progress reporting, and commitment for enhancement of teamwork and capacity building, in support of achievement of planned objectives of the work plan, aligned with country programme goals and strategy.

Post Title: National Child Protection Officer (Justice for Children), at National Professional (NOB) level, on Temporary Appointment (TA) for 9 months

Duty Station: UNICEF, Dushanbe, Tajikistan

Closing date: 24 December 2017

UNICEF works in 190 countries and territories to protect the rights of every child. UNICEF has spent 70 years working to improve the lives of children and their families. Defending children's rights throughout their lives requires a global presence, aiming to produce results and understand their effects. UNICEF believes all children have a right to survive, thrive and fulfill their potential – to the benefit of a better world.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Accountable for professional technical contribution to project design, planning, administration, monitoring and evaluation of Child Protection programme, Justice for Children project activities, data analysis and progress reporting, and commitment for enhancement of teamwork and capacity building, in support of achievement of planned objectives of the work plan, aligned with country programme goals and strategy.

KEY END-RESULTS
1. Accurate, complete and up-to-date information made available for effective budget preparation, programme and project design, implementation, management and evaluation.

2. Project efficiency and effectiveness enhanced through effective implementation follow-on, with implementing partners, namely, Commission on Child Rights, Council of Justice, Ministries of Justice, Interior, Education and Science, General Prosecutors Office and the Ombudsman.

3. Progress reports and project work plans timely prepared, and effective technical assistance provided: in sharing the relevant information with concerned partners, in the identification of required supplies and equipment, and in the drafting of Country Programme Recommendation and other project documentation.

4. Appropriateness and completeness of financial and supply documentation as well as adherence to established allotments ensured.

5. Knowledge sharing with donors, media and with all strategic partners effectively promoted. Gender and sex aggregated data and inputs relevant to Child Protection programme, especially Justice for Children project provided.

6. Effective communication and networking achieved through partnership and collaboration; and coordination among child protection system actors strengthened.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES and DUTIES & TASKS
Within the delegated authority and under the given organizational set-up, the incumbent may be assigned the primarily, shared, or contributory accountabilities for all or part of the following areas of major duties and key end-results.
1. Programme/Project Management
Ensure the availability of accurate, complete and up-to-date information required for effective Child Protection programme (Justice for Children / Rule of Law / Child Rights Promotion) and project design, implementation, management, monitoring and evaluation. Draft sound Child Protection programme budgets for review by the supervisor; and provide support for the sharing of information with relevant partners.

2. Project Efficiency and Effectiveness
Enhance project efficiency and effectiveness through implementation follow-on activities with various partners, including monitoring UNICEF inputs, local conditions and resources, flow of supply and non-supply assistance and Child Protection project status.

3. Work Plan and Project Documentation
Analyze collected data and information and prepare progress reports; draft changes in Child Protection project work plans and assist in identification of required supplies and equipment as well as in the drafting of Country Programme Recommendation and other project documentation, assuring accuracy and consistency with established rules, regulations and plans of action, and provide support for consultation with partners as required on planning and implementation of Country Programme activities.

4. Project Implementation Information and Data
Ensure the appropriateness of financial, administrative and supply documentation; verify that Child Protection project (Justice for Children / Rule of Law / Child Rights Promotion) expenditures are within allotments and that data is consistent with the project information and database (e.g., SAP). Follow up on queries including with and by partners or initiate corrective action on discrepancies. Support maintenance of information system for monitoring gender/sex disaggregated data.

5. Knowledge Sharing
Compile Child Protection (Justice for Children / Rule of Law / Child Rights Promotion) project implementation training and orientation materials to promote knowledge sharing with donors, media and all other stakeholders.

6. Communication and Networking
Ensure the effective communication and networking developed and maintained through partnership and collaboration.

• Collaborate with Operations staff to implement internal controls systems and resolve day-to-day issues or discrepancies in financial or supply management; and provide support for orientation and training of Government and all UNICEF implementing partners in UNICEF financial and supply policies and procedures.
• Team with local Government counterparts to exchange information on Child Protection project (Justice for Children / Rule of Law / Child Rights Promotion) implementation and status as well as movement and distribution of supplies.
• Coordinate with members of the development community, including NGOs, UN and bilateral agencies in the exchange of information relating to Child Protection sector; and provide support for strengthening the coordination among child protection system actors including when appropriate the IASC protection sub cluster during preparedness and response to emergencies.

QUALIFICATION and COMPETENCIES ( [ ] indicates the level of proficiency required for the job.)
1. Education: University degree in Law, Human Rights or the Social Sciences.
2. Work Experience:  A minimum two years of relevant professional work experience in the relevant fields, in particular children in contact with the law and Child Rights promotion; field work experience; good communication and negotiation skills; ability to learn quickly and apply procedures in an international organization; ability to deliver quality work while meeting tight deadlines; good knowledge of computer applications; ability to work in a team.
3. Language Proficiency: Fluency in English as well as Russian and/or Tajik.
4. Competency Profile (For details on competencies please refer to the UNICEF Professional Competency Profiles.)

i) Core Values (Required)
• Commitment
• Diversity and Inclusion
• Integrity

ii) Core Competencies (Required)
• Communication [ II ]
• Working with People [ I ]
• Drive for Results [ I ]

iii) Functional Competencies (Required)
• Formulating Strategies and Concepts [ I ]
• Analyzing [ II]
• Applying Technical Expertise [ II ]
• Learning and Researching [ II]
• Planning and Organizing [ II ]

iv) Technical Knowledge
a) Specific Technical Knowledge Required
(Technical knowledge requirements specific to the job can be added here as required.)
• Essential Technical Knowledge of theories, principles and methods in the following areas:
• Strengthening child protection systems
• Strengthening in improving justice for children and in strengthening social welfare systems.
• Use of data and indicators in child protection.

b) Common Technical Knowledge Required (for the job group)
• Methodology of programme/project management
• Sectoral Programmatic goals, policies and strategies
• Knowledge of global human rights issues, specifically relating to children and women.
• UNICEF policies and strategy in child protection, including programmes in conflicts, natural disasters, and recovery.
• Core commitments for children in emergencies (for all Emergency positions)
• UNICEF financial, supply and administrative rules and regulations.
• Rights-based and Results-based approach and programming in UNICEF.
• UNICEF programme policy, procedures and guidelines in the Manual.
• Mid-Term Strategic Plan
• UN guideline on sexual exploitation and abuse by UN staff and partners.
• Gender equality and Diversity awareness.

c) Technical Knowledge to be Acquired/Enhanced (for the Job)
• Government development plans and policies
• Knowledge of local conditions and country legislation relevant to UNICEF programmes
• UN policies and strategy to address international humanitarian issues and the responses.
• UN common approaches to programmatic issues and UNICEF positions
• UN security operations and guidelines.
• UNICEF strategic framework for partnerships and collaborative relationships.
• UNICEF policies and strategies promoting and supporting gender equality and diversity.

APPLICATION
The link to review detailed Generic Job Description would be available at the following links: www.untj.org/jobs, www.unicef.org/tajikistan/resources, www.facebook.com/uniceftajikistan.
The candidates, who are interested to apply for the position, should follow the electronic application's instructions at: http://jobs.unicef.org/cw/en-us/job/509317?lApplicationSubSourceID= . It requires the applicant to upload the detailed CV and academic degrees/diplomas. UN candidates should upload at least two latest performance evaluation reports.
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization.