UNICEF Advocate for Technology Youth and Innovation in Trinidad
Port of Spain
- Organization: UNV - United Nations Volunteers
- Location: Port of Spain
- Grade: Level not specified - Level not specified
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Occupational Groups:
- Youth
- Information Technology and Computer Science
- Children's rights (health and protection)
- Innovations for Sustainable Development
- Closing Date: Closed
UN VOLUNTEER DESCRIPTION OF ASSIGNMENT TTOR000019--UNICEF Youth Advocate for Technology, Youth and Innovation The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme is the UN organization that promotes volunteerism to support peace and development worldwide. Volunteerism can transform the pace and nature of development and it benefits both society at large and the individual volunteer. UNV contributes to peace and development by advocating for volunteerism globally, encouraging partners to integrate volunteerism into development programming, and mobilizing volunteers.In most cultures volunteerism is deeply embedded in long- established, ancient traditions of sharing and support within the communities. In this context, UN Volunteers take part in various forms of volunteerism and play a role in development and peace together with co-workers, host agencies and local communities.In all assignments, UN Volunteers promote volunteerism through their action and conduct. Engaging in volunteer activity can effectively and positively enrich their understanding of local and social realities, as well as create a bridge between themselves and the people in their host community. This will make the time they spend as UN Volunteers even more rewarding and productive.
General Information
Country of Assignment Trinidad and Tobago
Host Institute United Nations Children's Fund
Volunteer Category National Youth
Number of Volunteer 1
Duration 12 months
Expected Starting Date 06-08-2018
Duty Station Port of Spain [TTO]
Assignment Place Non-Family Duty station
Assignment Place Remark
Youth placements are non-family duty
Living Conditions
Generally, living conditions are good in Trinidad and Tobago, however, crime and security should always be taken into account. Delays in clearing of shipments through customs may occur. TV, radio and internet services are readily available. Road conditions are reasonable but traffic congestion at peak times is an issue considering the limited road capacity for the number of vehicles circulating in the country. Taxis (marked with an “H” license plate) can be accessed through set routes throughout the country and buses are also available within Port of Spain, and into and out of the city into other areas in the country; however, transportation becomes more limited in the evenings, when many routes are not serviced. Transportation between Trinidad and Tobago is via airbridge, or ferry from Port of Spain to Scarborough. Medical care is available in Port of Spain and other major centres.
Public and private (including international) schools are available throughout the country. Different types of quality houses/apartments are available but are generally quite expensive compared to other countries. Monthly rent charges range from 11 Apr 2018 Page 1 of 5 $3,500TTD-$7,000TTD for furnished accommodation (dependent on location, number of bedrooms). Banking and credit card institutions are generally good with online banking also available for local bank accounts; although, it is becoming more difficult for
foreigners to open bank accounts due to foreign exchange shortages and money laundering/fraud concerns. Due to the current
shortage of foreign currency in the country, VLA’s will either be provided in the local currency via cheques or wire transferred to your
home bank account. It would be very important for you to come to the country with 1 months’ worth of USD with you as a starting
point.
The country is experiencing an economic recession and prices of numerous commodities such as imported foods are increasing.
Although some gas subsidies have been removed, gas and electricity remain affordable in comparison to other countries in the
Caribbean and even globally. Shopping is available at shops in the city centres and at suburban malls, and in produce and craft
markets. A variety of local and imported foodstuffs are available.
Prior to arrival to Trinidad and Tobago the UNV Field Unit will share further information on the living conditions in the country, and
provide the UNV with options regarding transportation from the airport upon arrival and temporary accommodation until more
permanent housing is located.
Assignment Details
Assignment Title UNICEF Youth Advocate for Technology, Youth and Innovation
Organizational Context & Project Description
For 70 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children's survival, protection and
development. The world's largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good
water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and
AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments.
UNICEF’s work in Trinidad and Tobago focuses on improving realization of children rights in the areas of education, protection from
violence, and health. UNICEF in 2017 increased its cross-sectoral work at the regional and community levels to bring its different
programme components together and to demonstrate how strengthening cross sectoral coordination supports a quicker and more
cost-effective achievement of results. The Volunteer will play a key role in supporting UNICEF and it’s partnering NGO to support a
platform to facilitate youth engagement.
Sustainable Development Goals
10. Reduced Inequalities
UNV Focus Area Youth
Task description
Under the direct the supervision of the UNICEF Eastern Caribbean Communication Specialist, supported by the partner NGO Create
Future Good, the National UN Youth Volunteer will:
Provide support to UNICEF and its partnering NGO, Create Future Good, to establish U-Report as a credible platform to
facilitate youth engagement in Trinidad and Tobago
Assist in the promotion U-Report Trinidad and Tobago as an innovative digital platform youth can use to amplify their voices
and respond to polls on critical issues.
Assist in mapping adolescent and youth-based organizations in Trinidad and Tobago and supporting strategies to mobilize
members to be active users of the U-Report technology
Support digital safety from youth perspective & participation research
UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers programme mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary
action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their
working time to some of the following suggested activities:
Build relationships with a wide range of Youth Organizations, Community-Based Organizations (CBOs), Civil Society
11 Apr 2018 Page 2 of 5 Organizations (CSOs) to support and/or participate in community-driven voluntary activities; reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they are undertaking; raise awareness in communities that will increase knowledge of issues pertaining
to the UNV programme’s mandate and tis role in supporting the Mission mandate;
Encourage, mobilize and support co-workers and fellow UN Volunteers to better understand the connections between the
UNV programme’s engagement within the Mission and voluntary action;
Furthermore, UN Volunteers are required to:- Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerismby
reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNVactivities (for instance in events that mark International
Volunteer Day)- Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms ofvolunteerism in the host country- Reflect on the type
and quality of voluntary action that they areundertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities- Contribute
articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNVpublications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.- Assist with
the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers- Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering,
orencourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV OnlineVolunteering service whenever technically possible.
Results/Expected Outputs
Strategic report and recommendations on mobilising youth to join the platform
Up-to-date database of youth organisations in Trinidad and Tobago.
Partnership and collaboration mapping report & engagement plan for key youth partners;
• The development of capacity through coaching, mentoring and formal on-the-job training, when working with (including
supervising) national staff or (non-) governmental counter-parts, including Implementing Partners (IPs); • Age, Gender and Diversity
(AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated and documented in all activities throughout the assignment • A final
statement of achievements towards volunteerism for peace and development dur-ing the assignment, such as reporting on the
number of volunteers mobilized, activities participated in and capacities developed
Qualifications/Requirements
Required Degree Level Bachelor degree or equivalent
Education - Additional Comments
Required experience 24 months
Experience Remark
Up to 2 years of experience in the area of information technology is an advantage;
Demonstrated interest in and knowledge in the field of youth, ICT, development, public/private partnerships;
Language Skills
English (Mandatory) , Level - Fluent
Area of Expertise
Capacity building of non-governmental organizations Mandatory
Youth and sports Optional
Other information and telecommunications technology experience Mandatory
Area of Expertise Requirement
Motivated to contribute towards peace and development and to serve others;
Previous experience as a volunteer and/or experience of another culture, (i.e. studies, volunteer work, internship) would be
highly regarded;
11 Apr 2018 Page 3 of 5 Computer skills (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, social media, and others);
UN Youth Advocates must be between 18 and 24 years for the whole duration of their assignment.
Need Driving Licence No
Competencies & Values
Adaptability and Flexibility
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Communication
Integrity
Planning and Organizing
Professionalism
Respect for Diversity
Working in Teams
Conditions of Service and other information
Condition of Service Click here to view Conditions of Service
Conditions of Service:
The contract lasts for the period indicated above with possibility of extensions subject to availability of funding, operational necessity and
satisfactory performance. However, there is no expectation of renewal of the assignment.
Travel to duty station (if applicable) and a Settling-In-Grant will be provided in the event the duty station is not within commuting distance
from the place of recruitment. The applicable Volunteer Living Allowance is provided monthly to cover housing, utilities and normal cost
of living expenses. Life, health and permanent disability insurance are included ) and final repatriation (if applicable).
Furthermore, in non-family duty stations that belong to hardship categories D or E, as classified by the ICSC, a Well-Being Differential
(WBD) on a monthly basis will be provided.
Application Code TTOR000019-2627
Application procedure
Eligible candidates must be between 18 and 24 years of age throughout the entire duration of their service.
* Not yet registered in the UNV Talent Pool? - Please first register your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/signup. Important: After
creating your account, complete all sections of your profile and submit it. Then go to ‘My Page’ at
https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink. Lastly, select the special call to which you would like to
apply.
* Already registered in the UNV Talent Pool? - Please first update your profile at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/profile. Then go to ‘My
11 Apr 2018 Page 4 of 5 Page’ at https://vmam.unv.org/candidate/mypage and click on the ‘Special Calls’ hyperlink to select the special call to which you would like to apply.
Only nationals of Trinidad and Tobago are eligible to apply.
Application deadline: 29 April 2018
Disclaimer
United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme which welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are
committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture.
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