Country: Niger
Closing date: 14 Jan 2019
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. And we never give up. For Every Child, hope The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.
Job organizational context: UNICEF-Niger assists the Government of Niger through seven ( 7 ) major programs components including Education, Health, Nutrition, Water and Environment Sanitation, Child Protection, Information and Communication and Social Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation. Within the current Country Programme of Cooperation between the Government of Niger and UNICEF that covers the period 2014-2018 and the next Country Programme that covers the period 2019-2021, UNICEF’s Education programme is an integral part, with an annual budget of about USD 8-11 million. The programme consists of key components in line with the Education and Training Sector Plan (PSEF), namely the Education Access that includes Education in Emergencies, Education Quality and Education Management System.
How can you make a difference?
Under the supervision of the Chief Education, the Education Cluster Coordinator is responsible for the technical contribution to the development, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the emergency interventions in the field of education, particularly for facilitating and coordinating the country’s Education Cluster, the forum in which the appropriate agencies work together to support the Nigerian education system in current and future emergencies.
Main responsibilities
1.Coordination among humanitarian partners of the education sector in the Education Cluster
2.Program management, monitoring and delivery of results
3.Technical and operational support to program implementation
4.Networking and partnership building
5.Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building
Impact of results
The efficiency and efficacy of support provided by the Officer to program preparation, planning and implementation of education programs/projects, contribute to achievement of goals and objectives to improve learning outcomes and equitable, inclusive and universal access to education. Success in education programs and projects in turn contribute to maintaining/enhancing the credibility and ability of UNICEF to provide program services for mothers and children that promotes greater social equality in the country.
To qualify as a champion for every child you will have…
Education: A University Degree in education, psychology, sociology or other social science field is required.
Experience: A minimum of 2 years of professional experience, at the international and/or in a developing country is required. Relevant experience in education and related following areas, program/project management in a UN system agency or organization is an asset.
Language Requirements: Fluency in French and proficiency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language or a local language is an asset.
For every Child, you demonstrate…UNICEF’s Core Values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and Core Competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.
Functional Competencies
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.“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 also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.”
How to apply:
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. To apply, click on the following link http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=518882