Job Description The Position: The Programme Specialist Gender Based Violence (GBV) and Harmful Practices is located in the Liberia Country Office and provides integrated policy technical and programme advice on the elimination of GBV and harmful practices particularly Femail Genital Mutilation (FGM) and child marriage to the Liberian government and partners. In close collaboration with the programme and operations team the position will play a leadership role in furthering the ICPD Programme of Action focusing on supporting holistic and integrated approaches and interventions at national and sub-national levels for establishing enabling policy and legal frameworks developing and implementing quality programme galvanising partners including civil society organisations and communities to abandon GBV and harmful practices including FGM and child marriage. It will work in an integrated manner with the other programme staff in the Country Office. The position supports UNFPA efforts within the UN inter-agency efforts on GBV and Harmful Practices and coordinated implementation as envisaged in the aligned Country Programme and UNFPA Strategic Plan. The Programme Specialist Gender Based Violence (GBV) and Harmful Practices works under the overall direction and leadership of the Country Office Management Team and direct supervision of the Technical Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights. How You Can Make a Difference UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA’s strategic plan (2022-2025) reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States organizations and individuals to “build forward better” while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women’s and girls’ access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights recover lost gains and realize our goals. In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk we need principled and ethical staff who embody these international norms and standards and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction. UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results. Job Purpose The Programme Specialist GBV and Harmful Practices provides technical policy and programmatic support to the government and partners to ensure Country Offices (CO) remain abreast of UNFPA’s policies and programme strategies as well as current thinking and innovation in the substantive area of GBV and harmful practices particularly FGM and child marriage. You will analyze country and regional trends and contributes to programmatic and strategic action in response to these and ensures that elimination of GBV and harmful practices are adequately addressed within national and sectoral development frameworks and programmes including the achievement of the SDGs ICPD Programme of Action and the AU Agenda 2063. In all activities the position will work within an interdisciplinary team providing integrated policy programme and technical support to country partners. You will also liaise with other Programme staff ensuring the timeliness adequacy relevance and quality of programme and technical support to implementing partners. This position also collaborates with relevant colleagues at West Central Africa Regional Office (WCARO) and counterparts within the UN Development System in Liberia working to eradicate GBV and on harmful practices within the broader and gender equality agenda. Working within the Liberia Country Office (CO) environment you will ensure the effective management of UNFPA activities in the areas of GBV and Harmful Practices Employing your programme management experience you will oversee the work of external consultants advisors and experts. You will establish and maintain collaborative relationships with counterparts in government multilateral and bilateral donor agencies civil society private sector among others to address emerging issues and effectively influence diverse stakeholders to contribute to achieving UNFPA’s mandate in eliminating GBV and Harmful Practices. You Would Be Responsible For Programme Development and Management * Lead and oversee the design and implementation of the country programme its component projects and the design and implementation of initiatives related to GBV and harmful practices in collaboration with Government counterparts NGOs and other partners aligning with Government priorities and UNFPA programme policies and procedures. * Advise on the adaptation implementation and proper application of UNFPA policies strategies guidelines and tools on eliminating GBV and harmful practices  including a focus on promoting positive gender and social norm change; * Oversee project implementation; establishing partnerships with executing agencies experts government counterparts and other UN agencies to facilitate timely and efficient delivery of project inputs; * Facilitate development of platforms to engage relevant stakeholders (government development partners NGOs CBOs and community) on GBV and harmful practices and related key issues. * Provide technical inputs to the development and implementation of standard operating procedures to ensure optimum efficiency and efficacy of sustainable programmes and projects. * Liaise with respective counterparts corporately to identify and facilitate opportunities for South-South and triangular cooperation in the region and with other regions. Technical and capacity development support in the areas of GBV and Harmful Practices * Strengthen the capacity of the Country Programme Implementing partners to fully comply with UNFPA policies guidelines and standards related to National Execution and implementation of HACT framework. * Provide technical assistance to relevant Country Programme Implementing Partners (IPs) to design implement monitor and evaluate high impact and innovative interventions that enhance elimination of GBV and Harmful Practices * Lead co-creation and validation of innovative approaches of elimination of GBV and Harmful Practices in collaboration with SRHR stakeholders. * Identify technical support needs and facilitating these from sources such as Regional Office Country Offices independent consultants etc ; * Coach and manage relevant professional/support staff and consultants if any on programming for the eliminating of GBV harmful practices including FGM and child marriage and facilitate working groups and task teams; * Develop institutional capacities to eliminate GBV and harmful practices including FGM and child marriage and to deliver high-quality technical support in gender transformative approaches to programming as well as human rights-based programming. * Develop background papers and talking points for CO management as needed Partnerships and Resource mobilization/leveraging working in tandem with the Policy and Partnerships team * Represent UNFPA in technical fora to further enhance UNFPA’s role in the field of eliminating GBV and harmful practices including FGM and child marriage. * Provide technical and substantive inputs to UN system-wide efforts to provide support to the government in the implementation of the National Development Plan or its equivalent ensuring a focus on elimination of GBV and Harmful Practices in the context of the United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSCDF). * Participate in appropriate UN coordination mechanisms (Results Groups) and support and provide technical inputs to to development of joint programmes/activities among the UN agencies * Advance cross-sectoral efforts within and outside UNFPA for an effective multi-sectoral approach towards elimination of GBV and Harmful Practices. * Participate in the Country Office engagements with government donors and other development partners on priority investments required for elimination of GBV and Harmful Practices. Communication and Knowledge management * Provide substantive support to advocacy and resource mobilization/leveraging efforts of the CO by ensuring preparation of relevant documentation i.e. project summaries conference papers speeches donor profiles concept notes/ proposals and participating in related meetings and public events. * Lead the CO management of funds (core and non-core) related to elimination of GBV and Harmful programmes to ensure efficient utilization and reporting. * Provide technical content in drafting of public advocacy materials human interest stories and programme visibility and other communication material as applicable. * Build and sustain effective close working partnerships with relevant government counterparts implementing partners donors and academia through active networking advocacy and effective communication to build capacity exchange knowledge/expertise in GBV and Harmful Practice programmes. * Facilitate the building and strengthening of local networks as a voice for advocacy with and accountability of duty bearers in the context implementation of the ICPD programme of action with a focus on elimination of GBV and Harmful Practices. * Provide substantive contributions to support knowledge management including research analysis convening related dialogues symposia etc to document and share evidence lessons learned and good/promising practices to guide future planning. Monitoring and Evaluation * Facilitate research and evidence dissemination and use to improve GBV and Harmful Practice programmes. * Provide technical and coordination support to evaluation of programmes/projects and documentation of program results best practices and lessons learned and effectively sharing these with relevant partners to inform programming policy advocacy and other actions relevant to elimination of GBV and Harmful Practices programmes. * Prepare regular and ad hoc programmes and other reports. * Participate in organizing and documenting review meetings to enhance coordination implementation and planning across development and humanitarian settings. * Monitor key partnerships through field visits surveys and/or exchange of information with partners/stakeholders to assess progress identify bottlenecks and potential problems and take timely decisions to resolve issues and/or refer to relevant team members for timely resolution. Education Qualifications and Experience: Advanced (Master’s) University Degree in Gender studies Anthropology Feminist studies Public Health Sociology Human Rights Law Cultural Studies Behaviour Change International Development or other field directly related to elimination of GBV and Harmful Practices is required. Knowledge And Experience * Minimum of five years of increasingly responsible professional experience in GBV programming gender mainstreaming social norms change and rights-based and culturally sensitive programming; * Knowledge and understanding of a Human Rights based and gender transformative approach essential; * Experience in gender mainstreaming and programming for women’s development. * Experience in evidence informed policy advocacy for eliminating GBV/Harmful Practices and development of national actions plans to address gender and social equity; * Experience in leading capacity building initiatives in gender and human rights in development settings; * Knowledge and experience of working on social protection and Civil Society involvement in related security and protection fields; * Strong track record of technical leadership and proven ability to produce demonstrable results; * Advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages and experience in handling web-based management systems. * Knowledge of UNFPA rules and regulations understanding of the UN common system in particular procedures management and monitoring tools especially UNFPA mandate policies procedures and operations will be highly desirable. Skills * Demonstrated ability to network within the academic and development community; * Professional written and spoken presentation skills including for the development of reports presentations and the ability to synthesize complex technical documents for both technical and non-technical audiences. * Strong interpersonal skills and capability to develop and maintain broad diversified partnerships. * Demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with persons of different backgrounds; * Ability to organize work effectively under minimum supervision to meet planned and against tight deadlines. * High level of tact discretion sound judgment initiative ability to set priorities and work independently under pressure. * Proficiency in the usage of current office software applications web-based management and ERP financial systems. Languages * Fluency in English is required with excellent oral written communication skills. * Working knowledge of other local languages is desirable. Values Required Competencies: * Exemplifying integrity * Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system * Embracing cultural diversity * Embracing change Functional Competencies * Advocacy/ Advancing a policy-oriented agenda * Leveraging the resources of national governments and partners/ building strategic alliances and partnerships * Delivering results-based programme * Internal and external communication and advocacy for results mobilisation Core Competencies * Achieving results * Being accountable * Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen * Thinking analytically and strategically * Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships * Communicating for impact Managerial Competencies * Providing strategic focus * Engaging in internal/external partners and stakeholders * Leading developing and empowering people creating a culture of performance * Making decisions and exercising judgment Compensation And Benefits This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary health insurance and other benefits as applicable. Disclaimer UNFPA does not charge any application processing training interviewing testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Fraudulent notices letters or offers may be submitted to the UNFPA fraud hotline http://www.unfpa.org/help/hotline.cfm In accordance with the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations persons applying to posts in the international Professional category who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.


Work for the IMF. Work for the World. Department: Legal Department The Resource and Information Management (LEGRI) division of the Legal Department (LEG) is seeking to fill a Senior Communications Officer position. Among other duties LEGRI assists the LEG Front Office in the design and implementation of LEG’s communications strategy with a particular focus on coordinating outreach and inreach activities and donor engagement and playing a key role in conveying messages to external and internal audiences. Duties and responsibilities: The successful candidate will: * Lead the development and implementation of LEG’s communications strategy and play a coordinating role in the design and implementation of communications plans for priority workstreams in coordination with LEG’s management team. * Identify and facilitate opportunities to promote LEG’s work and analysis to external audiences and support LEG’s CD fundraising efforts as aligned with broader departmental goals. * Ensure consistency continuity and messaging control in LEG’s engagement with external and internal audiences collaborating with colleagues from LEGRI and LEG divisions and Front Office to draft edit and review outreach material and engagement calendars. Identify and monitor metrics to assess impact of communications efforts. * Work with the IMF Communications Department (COM) and other key stakeholders in communications and corporate capacity development planning and fundraising in respect of: * Events: support the organization of and communications related to high-level outreach engagements including with IMF management or senior LEG staff and external partners. * Social media: develop and implement a social media communications strategy focused on LEG’s content and related social media accounts; craft messages and create visuals tailored for social media platforms; collaborate with managers of other institutional social media accounts on strategy content impact and analysis reports for major events. * Other digital products: assist with content management and layout for external websites; develop and coordinate web-based outreach materials (e.g. press releases blogs videos). * Print products: draft edit and harmonize printed communications. * Develop networks and coordinate messages within the IMF to raise awareness among internal audiences of LEG’s work and ensure that LEG’s communication products are consistent with IMF communications and branding; and * Perform all other duties and responsibilities assigned by LEGRI management team including the support to outreach projects of other LEG divisions and to LEG’s front office communications in respect of Departmental and IMF-wide initiatives. The position will involve constant and intensive coordination with LEG’s Immediate Office and other LEG divisions as well as COM and the Global Partnerships Division of the Institute of Capacity Development and other area and functional departments. Qualifications: The selected candidate should have an Advanced Degree or equivalent in Communications International Relations Business Administration Law Finance Economics or related field; supplemented by a minimum of eight years of relevant professional work experience in activities related to institutional or corporate communication; OR a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in the same fields plus a minimum of fourteen years of relevant work experience. In addition the successful candidate should have the following: * In-depth knowledge and a proven track-record of developing and implementing strategic communications plans and campaign strategies with experience in legal or economic content being a distinct plus. * Knowledge of strategic communications trends technology and design and impact assessment tools. * Experience in managing significant outreach events. * Experience in digital communications including managing social media accounts. * Ability to think strategically about issues of culture behavior business processes and communications tools. * Strong written and oral communication skills particularly the ability to explain complicated subjects accurately and in a way that can be understood by non-specialists. * Superior attention to detail and editorial experience. * Excellent planning and organizational skills. * Entrepreneurial spirit to seek out and implement opportunities for outreach and inreach. * Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to problem-solving with the ability to coordinate with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders in identifying and analyzing challenges and implementing creative innovative solutions to address them. * A proven ability to manage projects autonomously under pressure competing priorities and tight deadlines. * Good understanding of the IMF’s mission and priorities LEG’s work and its outputs and capacity development work. Department: LEGRI Legal Department Resource and Information Management Division Hiring For: A13 A14 The IMF is committed to achieving a diverse staff including age creed culture disability educational background ethnicity gender gender expression nationality race religion and beliefs and sexual orientation. We welcome requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities during the selection process.


Manager Business Advisory Services Provider USAID FTF Kenya Private Sector Activity (KPSA) Company Profile Palladium is a global leader in the design development and delivery of Positive Impact - the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with foundations investors governments corporations communities and civil society to formulate strategies and implement solutions that generate lasting social environmental and financial benefits. For the past 50 years we have been making Positive Impact possible. With a team of more than 2500 employees operating in 90 plus countries and a global network of more than 35000 technical experts Palladium has improved - and is committed to continuing to improve - economies societies and most importantly people's lives. Palladium is a child-safe organization and screens applicants for suitability to work with children. We also provide equal employment to all participants and employees without regard to race color religion gender age disability sexual orientation veteran or marital status. Position Description Palladium is seeking a Business Advisory Services Provider (BASP) Manager for an anticipated USAID-funded economic growth program which is anticipated to begin in 2023. The USAID/Kenya and East Africa Feed the Future (FtF) Private Sector Activity (KPSA) will be a 5-year program focused on accelerating agriculture-led growth in Kenya through partnerships with large agricultural sector firms (such as processors and off-takers) and expansion of smallholder farmer out-grower schemes. The anticipated activity will focus on creating jobs and generating large scale increases in sales/exports in the agriculture sector cost-effectively and ideally through a sustainable and locally-led vehicle. The activity would combine tools used in USAID’s traditional private sector development activities with tools used to mobilize finance and investment into one mechanism – supporting a range of agricultural firms to expand investments and operations via a blended finance approach. For more information on the potential project please consult the RFI: https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=338564 . Duration: 5 years (anticipated start in July 2023) Location: Nairobi Kenya Roles And Responsibilities * Manage KPSA’s business advisory services workplan and strategy to increase capacity of the private sector to access fit-for-purpose financing Provide technical support on strategy to increase access to finance amongst new and existing businesses create sustainable long-term funding vehicles and provide a range of tools to support agricultural firm expansion * Assist in presenting KPSA’s business advisory services activities in meetings with public and private sector actors including GoK non-governmental organizations business associations among others * Supervise implementing partners sub-contractors and grantees as they undertake tasks relating to business advisory services. Subcontractor tasks may include working with BASPs to improve the delivery of quality services to businesses in financial planning ESG responsible investment and investor protection standards and connecting businesses with potential investors and other sources of capital * Manage work planning and monitor the budget tied to the business advisory services component of PSA * Interface with the blended finance and inclusive business model work streams to ensure alignment between business advisory service providers and the promotion of business models are supported by KPSA. * Work with the Financial Institutions work streams to proactively build and deepen relationships between Financial Institutions and business advisory service providers * Travel to various regions of Kenya as needed * Any and all other project-related tasks as required by the Chief of Party and Palladium HQ Position Requirements * Extensive knowledge of business advisory services providers (BASP) financial services providers and investors in Kenya * Robust networks in the Kenya financial sector * Proven track record improving businesses’ access to finance connecting businesses with potential investors and improving services provided by business advisory agencies * Experience working on USAID or other donor-funded programs of a similar size * Excellent communications organizational and interpersonal skills Knowledge Of USAID Policies Procedures And Reporting Requirements Preferred * Experience working for large donor organizations such as USAID preferred * Local Kenyan candidates are preferred * Written and oral proficiency in English required


Application period 30-Aug-2023 to 20-Sep-2023 Functional Responsibilities: * Learning Partnering for Regions / HQ units * Project planning and coordination support * Procurement and vendor management * Knowledge Management Learning Partnering for Regions / HQ units * Provide expert advice on conducting learning needs analysis and strategies on how to elaborate the annual learning plan for a specific region or HQ unit. * Provide expert guidance to the regional offices to select the right target audiences for the different learning opportunities. * Act as project lead for regional or organizational learning projects including ensuring timely delivery and budget management * Coordinate and connect regions with internal and external Subject Matter Experts and policy owners ensuring alignment and coordinated efforts * Provide guidance to the regions to implement global learning initiatives. * Collect review (propose and implement changes ensure continuous learning) and monitor regional learning plans Project planning and coordination support * Responsible for planning and delivery of specific learning programmes in coordination with the Subject Matter experts and/or external providers. * Provide guidance and technical advice on instructional design pedagogy etc. to specific initiatives * Support the implementation of learning courses and programmes following UNOPS standards in coordination with PCG support team * Synthesize evaluation data draw conclusions and directly communicate the impact of the specific learning activity to the Head of Learning and relevant stakeholders * Keep informed all the stakeholders involved on progress and results Procurement and vendor management * Keep updated on state of the art external learner providers in different areas * Identify specific areas where long term agreements should be put in place. * Define requirements and/or specifications for learning services to be required externally. * Manage procurement process for learning related activities and ensure timely and efficient use of learning resources. Advie regions on the selection of external providers for specific initiatives. * Evaluate and report vendor’s performance Knowledge Management * Leverage opportunities for joint efforts across regions * Identify best practices/lessons learnt and share across regions * Conduct knowledge sharing sessions and exchanges Support UNOPS Corporate Learning and Development * Support the Learning Team in continuously improve UNOPS learning processes and standards * Collect and disseminate input from the regions * Provide technical input to diverse learning programmes * Continous feedback Education/Experience/Language requirements: Education Advanced University degree (Masters or equivalent) in relevant discipline. Preferably Human Resources management Business Administration social or behavioral sciences. Or a First University degree in related fields combined with 7 years of relevant experience. Experience A minimum of 5 years of professional-level experience including Project Management and Corporate Learning & Development in an international and multi cultural environment is required. Experience working with external training providers is highly desired. Language Requirement Fluency and proficiency in English is required. Fluency in Spanish or French is a strong asset. Think big. Meet challenges head-on. Help people build better lives. UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunities. Our workforce is made up of people from varied nationalities cultures and races. They speak a range of languages and have different gender identities sexual orientations and abilities. We encourage women and candidates from underrepresented groups in UNOPS to apply. These include candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations and people with disabilities. Click apply and join us! Remarks: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.


Position Title: Senior Global Talent Acquisition Lead Location: Nairobi Kenya Department: People and Culture Reports to: Associate Director Global Talent Acquisition Winrock International (Winrock) is a non-profit organization that works around the world to increase economic opportunity sustain natural resources and protect the environment. Winrock strengthens the capacity of women children youth civil society organizations and businesses to actively participate in sustainable development and to positively impact society. As a mission-driven field-focused organization we believe that sustainable development is inclusive and that complex challenges require integrated solutions. This position is based in Nairobi Kenya POSITION SUMMARY The Senior Global Talent Acquisition Lead supports and leads full cycle recruitment for new business proposals key personnel backfill for projects and supports acting recruiters with various non-key roles for proposals and projects across Winrock's global portfolio within agriculture environment and human rights and education programming. The role focuses on new business recruitment for US government funded proposals and various donors and supports Winrock's internal technical teams in identifying candidates for proposal development and project implementation including all aspects of recruitment. The Senior Global Talent Acquisition Lead supports proposal teams in identifying candidates and cultivating talent for proposal development and project implementation including using creative sourcing techniques cultivating and managing positive relationships with potential candidates and developing and executing highly effective best practices in sourcing for various technical and management positions for global programs. This position will report to the Associate Director of Talent Acquisition and is based remotely. Winrock International is a recognized leader in U.S. and international development providing solutions to some of the world’s most complex social agricultural and environmental challenges. Inspired by its namesake Winthrop Rockefeller Winrock’s mission is to empower the disadvantaged increase economic opportunity and sustain natural resources. From working with counter-trafficking programming to climate resilience projects the Senior Global Talent Acquisition Lead will have a hands-on role working with the project teams on a day-to-day basis at Winrock for a growing global portfolio of programs. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: * Support and lead full life-cycle recruitment of candidates for Winrock’s proposals to various donors including USAID including screening applicants for posted positions managing process of sharing candidates’ qualifications/CVs with proposal teams and technical units for review communicating and managing relationships with candidates during the capture and full cycle proposal recruitment process. * Lead full life-cycle recruitment for long-term international project positions. Recruiting efforts include expatriate third country national and host country national long-term staff and short-term consultants as necessary. * Use appropriate sourcing methodologies to meet current and anticipated staffing needs build a pipeline for future roles using traditional and online advertising and professional networks. * Deliver full-life cycle recruiting including candidate rosters multiple sourcing strategies phone screen and interview candidates facilitate Winrock review and approval process conduct reference and other background checks and finalize offers as assigned to meet target metrics. * Develop and maintain a collaborative relationship with key global stakeholders internally and externally including country program staff regional HR teams senior leadership team members external partners Business Development Unit team members universities donor agencies and private sector organizations. * Implement Talent Acquisition department systems and processes templates document and participate in training to global Winrock staff. * Provide support as needed to field offices and international hiring managers to ensure recruitment process compliance provide guidance on hiring and sourcing for candidates. * Research and recommend new sources for active and passive candidate recruiting. * Preparation of various recruitment documents such as recruitment calendar staffing budgets candidate/position tracker salary justifications skills matrices and proposal personnel sections. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: * Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience. Experience: * 7+ years of recruiting experience; demonstrated success in leading recruitment/talent acquisition in a global context with multiple stakeholders in remote locations. * Proven successful experience leading new business recruitment and staffing proposals within the international development sector including hiring for USAID and other international donors environment. * Proven experience in recruiting senior level positions is required including hiring Chiefs of Party for USAID funded proposals. * Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize competing deadlines. * Ability to work in a fast paced/changing deadline-oriented environment with a sense of urgency. * Experience managing a portfolio of multiple key personnel positions across multiple geographic locations with various internal proposal teams. * Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems LinkedIn Recruiter various international development focused job boards and social media to attract talent. * Substantial presentation and communication skills; ability to convey information effectively; solid experience providing training and staff development is a plus. * Proven sense of professional discretion integrity and ability to manage situations diplomatically and to effective resolution. Strong interpersonal skills are necessary. * Exposure to interviewing techniques knowledge of personnel policy and procedure and federal and state laws regarding employment. * Ability to identify and access new professional networks. * Ability to work within flexible times to support recruitments across various time zones globally. Language: * Verbal and written communication skills in French is preferred. Required Travel: * Some international travel may be required. Winrock offers competitive pay and an excellent benefits package. Winrock is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all people and value diversity and inclusiveness. Winrock recruits employs trains promotes and compensates regardless of race color religion sex gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation national origin ancestry citizenship age physical or mental disability medical condition family care status or any other basis protected by law. At Winrock we have a clear mission: Empower the disadvantaged increase economic opportunity and sustain natural resources through unwavering dedication to accountability equity innovation integrity and transformation. Winrock knows that its success comes from the hard work and steadfast dedication of its diverse workforce. Winrock remains committed to maintaining diversity inclusion and equity across the entire organization


MENTARI- Programme Manager Background MENTARI (Menuju Transisi Energi Rendah Karbon) is an ambitious programme that formally started on 6 th January 2020. The programme aims to support Indonesia’s energy transition and uptake of low carbon energy. Led by the British Embassy Jakarta MENTARI is implemented by Palladium International Indonesia in consortium with Castlerock Consulting and Hivos. By working closely with the Government of Indonesia and other stakeholders to improve the enabling environment and drive investment MENTARI will demonstrate the possibilities of low carbon energy for Indonesia's economic development job creation and social inclusion while helping to mitigate climate and environmental impacts. Job Description MENTARI is seeking to engage an individual in the role of Programme Manager who will support the overall implementation day-to-day operations and financial management of MENTARI. The position is based in Jakarta. Duties : Under the direction of the Project Director  the Programme Manager will: Leading the programme management function of MENTARI. The specific purpose of the position is to lead the management and implementation of effective and efficient operational and compliance activities to deliver the project in accordance with contractual obligations company policies group standard operating procedures (SOPs) and guidelines and client rules and regulations. The position periodically leads and contributes to the development of policies processes and procedures that align with best practices in project management. Primary Responsibilities * Accountable for the overall management of project operations including logistics procurement human resources financial management assets and security; * Oversee sound and effective systems for project administration and operations including subcontracts consultant contracts procurement and compliance and Value for Money (centrally and overseas); Works closely with the team and Palladium to identify and manage ongoing risks and operational issues across the programme. * Support and accountable for the development of the Annual Workplan and monitor overall progress activities * Responsible for Value for Money assessment together with the MREL manager and reporting on an annual basis. * Setup manage and update the Programme’s Management Manual regularly. Operations Management * Lead on the implementation and maintenance of project specific components of the project operations manual. * Lead on periodic review on operational processes compliance checks on processes and internal controls. * Human resource management: * As part of the Operations team ensure recruitment for MENTARI roles (staff consultants subcontractors) in line with Palladium’s best practise. * Oversee contracting process for consultants/ subcontractors. * Responsible for operational onboarding and offboarding of new staff and consultants through establishing and rolling out efficient and scalable processes and guidelines. * Management of the process and allocation of related work within the Operations team * Lead on training of project staff on company policies standard operating procedures guidelines and client rules and regulations (covering risk management planning human resource management monitoring reporting finance procurement logistics IT audit support and all other operations matters). * Support in monitoring and ensuring the Companies compliance requirements are maintained. * Support the development and presentation of internal and external reporting (for example: quarterly internal project reviews annual reviews and client deliverables) and ensure these outputs are fit for purpose. * Support in managing and maintaining various Palladium's systems and support of the roll out of new systems when appropriate. * Establish efficient working relationship with various Palladium overseas offices and/or outsourced local employment/ contracting service providers. * Ensure effective travel management and security management system in MENTARI; and * Assist with ad-hoc project management tasks as required. Client Management * Responsible for management and changes to contracts with consortium partners and client including performance service credits and compliance. * Responsible to keep track of any contractual changes and deliver a Contract Amendment to the Head Contract with the Client. * Lead any Risk and/or Security issues and escalate accordingly to the management and Client. * Representation of MENTARI in events including those that relate to our administrative obligations to the government of Indonesia as part of our cooperation agreement. Financial Management * Responsible in budget management and quality assuring financial reports prepared by our finance and operations officer including Client forecasting internal forecasting advance payment request invoice etc) * Support the team in implementing Palladium’s procurement best practises to ensure VFM for the project (including central and local procurement); * Lead on (or support) due diligence and contracting for the project. * Responsible for external audits and ensure accurate record retention with subcontractors and other stakeholders when required. Team Management * Programme manager will be acting as a line manager for MENTARI operational staff (including finance and operations officer travel and administration officer procurement and contracting officer etc). * Ensure the wider MENTARI team is aware of the MENTARI operational policies and procedures through establishing focal points for various operational matters. Consortium Management * Responsible for managing contractual arrangements and changes for each consortium partner. * Coordinate financial updates and submission from each consortium partner; and * Responsible to ensure partners are following the agreed SOPs and the Client’s regulation. Qualifications And Experience The Programme Manager is required topossess the following qualifications and experience: Qualifications * Fluent in English and Bahasa Indonesia both for oral communications and writing is a must. * Experience in leading procurement contracting budgeting and compliance requirements for development projects. Experience with FCDO will be an asset. * Strong knowledge and practical experience in project management methodologies and techniques. * Experience in complex contract management consortium management and risk management is an advantage. * Knowledge of the energy sector in Indonesia is an advantage. * Very strong financial acumen and the ability to interpret and analyse financial reports. * Sound problem solving and decision-making skills. * Strong management skills with the ability to mentor coach lead develop and evaluate staff; and Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders from diverse background Company Overview About Palladium - Palladium is a global leader in the design development and delivery of Positive Impact – the intentional creation of enduring social and economic value. We work with governments businesses and investors to solve the world's most pressing challenges. With a team of more than 3000 employees operating in 90 plus countries and a global network of over 35000 experts we help improve economies societies and most importantly people's lives. Equity Diversity & Inclusion - Palladium is committed to embedding equity diversity and inclusion into everything we do. We welcome applications from all sections of society and actively encourage diversity to drive innovation creativity success and good practice. We positively welcome and seek to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce; and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment regardless of their background or personal characteristics. These include: (but are not limited to) socio-economic background age race gender identity and expression religion ethnicity sexual orientation disability nationality veteran marital or Indigenous status. Should you require any adjustments or accommodations to be made due to a disability or you are a neurodivergent individual or for any other circumstance please email our team at accessibility@thepalladiumgroup.com and we will be in touch to discuss. Safeguarding - We define Safeguarding as “the preventative action taken by Palladium to protect our people clients and the communities we work with from harm”. We are committed to ensuring that all children and adults who come into contact with Palladium are treated with respect and are free from abuse. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced selection process including safeguarding-focused interviews and a rigorous due diligence process.


Hardship Level C Family Type Family Family Type Family Residential location (if applicable) Grade GS5 Staff Member / Affiliate Type General Service Reason Regular > Regular Assignment Remote work accepted No Target Start Date 2023-10-01 Job Posting End Date September 19 2023 Standard Job Description Senior Repatriation Assistant Organizational Setting and Work Relationships The Senior Repatriation Assistant reports to the Repatriation Associate Senior Repatriation Associate Associate Repatriation Officer Associate Protection Officer Repatriation Officer or Protection Officer in a Field Office Sub Office or Country Office. The Senior Repatriation Assistant is relied upon to contribute to the advancement of repatriation activities. The incumbent should implement the voluntary repatriation programme in compliance with requisite standard operating procedures. S/he should contribute to ensuring that all repatriation movements respect the principle of voluntariness and occur in safety and dignity with the full participation and support of persons and communities of concern. All UNHCR staff members are accountable to perform their duties as reflected in their job description. They do so within their delegated authorities in line with the regulatory framework of UNHCR which includes the UN Charter UN Staff Regulations and Rules UNHCR Policies and Administrative Instructions as well as relevant accountability frameworks. In addition staff members are required to discharge their responsibilities in a manner consistent with the core functional cross-functional and managerial competencies and UNHCR¿s core values of professionalism integrity and respect for diversity. Duties - Interview candidates for voluntary repatriation and ensure that they make informed decisions on returns based on up to date information on the conditions in the country of origin. - Assist in proposing documents (including Voluntary Repatriation Forms) and ensure that refugees are provided with the appropriate documentation. - Facilitate UNHCR¿s access and communication to/with individual and communities of concern including through translation and cultural mediation. - Participate in mass information activities aimed at informing refugee communities and other relevant stakeholders about the voluntary repatriation programme. - Provide logistics and administrative support to voluntary repatriation border-crossing/return movements. - Assist in assessing the specific needs of vulnerable categories of returnees during return movements and advise on responses. - Interview candidates for voluntary repatriation and advise senior colleagues on their decision to return is voluntary. - In line with the existing SOPs advise senior colleagues on which individuals to register for further return processing. - Enter information on voluntary repatriation into available databases in line with SOPs. - Perform other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Education & Professional Work Experience Years of Experience / Degree Level For G5 - 2 years relevant experience with High School Diploma; or 1 year relevant work experience with Bachelor or equivalent or higher Field(s) of Education Not applicable Certificates and/or Licenses International Law International relation Political science or other relevant field. Relevant Job Experience Essential Not specified Desirable Good knowledge of UNHCR¿s protection mandate and operations. Functional Skills IT-Computer Literacy UN-UN/UNHCR Mandate and Global Strategic Priorities PR-Protection-related guidelines standards and indicators (Functional Skills marked with an asterisk* are essential) Language Requirements For International Professional and Field Service jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English. For National Professional jobs: Knowledge of English and UN working language of the duty station if not English and local language. For General Service jobs: Knowledge of English and/or UN working language of the duty station if not English. All UNHCR workforce members must individually and collectively contribute towards a working environment where each person feels safe and empowered to perform their duties. This includes by demonstrating no tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse harassment including sexual harassment sexism gender inequality discrimination and abuse of power. As individuals and as managers all must be proactive in preventing and responding to inappropriate conduct support ongoing dialogue on these matters and speaking up and seeking guidance and support from relevant UNHCR resources when these issues arise. This is a Standard Job Description for all UNHCR jobs with this job title and grade level. The Operational Context may contain additional essential and/or desirable qualifications relating to the specific operation and/or position. Any such requirements are incorporated by reference in this Job Description and will be considered for the screening shortlisting and selection of candidates. Desired Candidate Profile The incumbent must have previous experience in the area of protection and working in the field. Additionally they must have an in-depth understanding of the Syrian crisis. As the situation in Lebanon – including the operational environment for UNHCR – characteristically can change dramatically and abruptly the incumbent must be flexible and resourceful in addition to having: * Experience in interviewing refugees * Strong research analytical thinking and problem-solving skills * Ability to draft succinctly and clearly in English * Knowledge of protection standards and policies applicable to durable solutions and border monitoring * Experience in community mobilization and facilitating focus group discussions * Strong political awareness Required languages (expected Overall ability is at least B2 level):   Desired languages   Operational context Occupational Safety and Health Considerations: Nature of Position: Living and Working Conditions: Skills Additional Qualifications IT-Computer Literacy PR-Protection-related guidelines standards and indicators UN-UN/UNHCR Mandate and Global Strategic Priorities Education Certifications International Law - Other International Relations - Other Political Science - Other Work Experience Competencies Accountability Analytical thinking Client & results orientation Commitment to continuous learning Communication Organizational awareness Planning & organizing Teamwork & collaboration Technological awareness UNHCR Salary Calculator https://icsc.un.org/Home/SalaryScales Compendium Additional Information Functional clearance This position doesn't require a functional clearance


Hardship Level (not applicable for home-based) H (no hardship) Family Type (not applicable for home-based) Family Staff Member / Affiliate Type Internship Target Start Date 2023-09-12 Job Posting End Date September 14 2023 Terms of Reference Applicants must be recent graduates or have completed at least two years of undergraduate studies in the legal field; and Have experience and/or a demonstrated interest in asylum and refugee protection or human rights. Standard Job Description Required Languages   Desired Languages   Skills Additional Qualifications Education Certifications Work Experience Other Information This position doesn't require a functional clearance


Job Description PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS VACANCY IS OPEN ONLY TO NATIONALS OF VIET NAM. The Position The Programme Specialist (Adolescents and Youth) oversees project formulation implementation monitoring and evaluation joint programming initiatives and national development frameworks. You will lead the Adolescents and Youth Programme team and collaborate with the Country Office’s operations and administrative support staff. You will work under the overall guidance of the Representative and report directly to the Assistant Representative. How You Can Make a Difference UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA’s strategic plan (2022-2025) reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States organizations and individuals to “build forward better” while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women’s and girls’ access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights recover lost gains and realize our goals. In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk we need principled and ethical staff who embody these international norms and standards and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction. UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results. Job Purpose Working within a Country Office (CO) environment you will ensure the effective management of UNFPA activities in the area of comprehensive youth development including national and sub-national policy development/changes pertinent to adolescents and youth under the broad principles of human rights the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) and Agenda 2030 for Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). You will provide strategic advice technical assistance and evidence-based advocacy for the development of youth related laws policies national strategies and plans narrowing policy implementation gaps at all levels and promoting meaningful youth participation in policy formulation and implementation. Employing your programme management experience you will oversee the work of the Adolescents and Youth Programme team as well as consultants advisors and experts. You will establish and maintain collaborative relationships with counterparts in government multi-lateral and bilateral donor agencies civil society and the private sector to address emerging issues on comprehensive youth development and effectively influence diverse stakeholders to contribute to achieving UNFPA’s mandate. You Would Be Responsible For * In collaboration with Government counterparts NGOs and other partners overseeing the design and implementation of the Country Programme and its component projects on comprehensive youth development comprehensive sexuality and life skills education for in- and out-of-school youth aligning with Government priorities UN Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework for Viet Nam (CF) UNFPA Strategic Plan (SP) programme policies and procedures; exploring opportunities for building and strengthening partnership with youth-led organisations; and promoting youth participation particularly that of the vulnerable youth groups in policy agenda. * Overseeing achievement of high quality and measurable programme results by ensuring appropriate policies rules and procedures of UNFPA and Government are applied and monitoring and oversight mechanisms are established and implemented. * Reviewing the political social and economic environment relevant to UNFPA programme on adolescents and youth and pursuing opportunities for UNFPA assistance and intervention. * Assessing implications of new policy developments and strategies on programme execution and ensuring their integration. * Overseeing project implementation; establishing partnerships with government counterparts other UN agencies stakeholders to facilitate timely and efficient delivery of project inputs effectively involve young people in monitoring and providing feedback on the project result. * Ensuring effective knowledge management strategies are implemented by the programme team capturing lessons learned and best practices for future planning; addressing training needs of project personnel. * Participating in advocacy and resource mobilization efforts of the CO and the One UN by ensuring strategic advice and technical assistance and participating in related meetings and public events. Education Qualifications and Experience: Advanced degree in public health population demography and/or other related social science disciplines. Knowledge And Experience * Five years of increasingly responsible professional experience in the field of development and population activities particularly in youth development related areas; * Experience in programme/project management including experience in large multi-sector projects designing and appraising proposals and actively liaising with relevant and potential project partners; * Strong track record of technical leadership; proven experience in coordinating/managing a multi-disciplinary team of staff experts and consultants to produce demonstrable results; * Proven experience in strategic planning policy dialogue with national and sub-national partners; * Field experience is an asset; * Prior experience in the UN system is an asset; * Excellent communication skills in speaking and writing in English to foster engaged partnerships at a high level of representation and to maintain political partnerships in the country. Languages Fluency in both oral and written English and Vietnamese. Values Required Competencies: Exemplifying integrity Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system Embracing cultural diversity Embracing change Functional Competencies Advocacy/ Advancing a policy-oriented agenda Leveraging the resources of national governments and partners/ building strategic alliances and partnerships Delivering results-based programme Internal and external communication and advocacy for results mobilisation Core Competencies Achieving results Being accountable Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen Thinking analytically and strategically Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships Communicating for impact Managerial Competencies Providing strategic focus Engaging in internal/external partners and stakeholders Leading developing and empowering people creating a culture of performance Making decisions and exercising judgment Compensation And Benefits This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable. Disclaimer UNFPA does not charge any application processing training interviewing testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Fraudulent notices letters or offers may be submitted to the UNFPA fraud hotline http://www.unfpa.org/help/hotline.cfm In accordance with the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations persons applying to posts in the international Professional category who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.


UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories we work for every child everywhere every day to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up. For every child UNICEF Laos is seeking a Long - Term Agreement (LTA) Individual Consultancy as Professional Photographers for photographing high profile campaigns advocacy priorities and results from UNICEF’s projects and partnerships across the country. The duration of this assignment will be a period of 36 months starting as soon as possible. Summary Of Key Functions/accountabilities Photograph children with a specific focus on UNICEF programmes keeping in mind culture gender and other diverse sensitivities as per UNICEF guidelines including child protection. The photographs should be usable for diverse audiences and have universal appeal. However photos may also be specific as per the brief to be provided. * Attend briefings on specific projects and issues to be covered based on national and state priorities. * Demonstrate a client-oriented approach tact and ability to work with people of different national and cultural backgrounds. * Demonstrate high creativity asset output. * Ensure effective and efficient provision of services full confidentiality in all aspects of assignment management of information flow and follow-up on deadlines and commitments made. * Ensure dignity of subjects particularly in the context of people living or affected by HIV and children. * Write succinct edited and well written captions for all high-quality images. * Captions to be embedded in the images and shared separately as a word document as well. * Include quotes where required on photo stories. * Ensure consent forms are signed by children and / or guardians as per UNICEF guidelines. * Ensure digitalization of consent forms as part of the final deliverables. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have… * Seven years’ experience (nationally and/or internationally) delivering on large campaigns with Government INGO’s and other partners * Contributes extensively to national and international media outlets (for e.g.: National Geographic; Getty images; Granta; BBC; Reuters; Nikon etc.); * Experience in photography for development related work is preferred; * Experience in photographing children is preferred. * Language: English and preference for those with Lao language skills. Assessment Criteria The selection of consultants for the LTA will be based on technical evaluation and financial offers in the ratio of 80:20. The criteria for technical evaluation are detailed in the attached TOR:TOR FOR LTA- Photographer_VA.pdf Submission Of Applications Applications to be submitted through the online portal should contain four separate attachments: i A Cover letter explaining the motivation for applying and explaining how the qualifications and skillset of the candidate (to be uploaded online) ii Curriculum Vitae (CV) (to be uploaded online) iii Portfolio with at least three work samples (to be uploaded online) iv A financial proposal indicating professional fee as per the above template. Please do not forget to specify your name in the file while saving. (To be uploaded under other supporting documents). Important Note: Please do not indicate financials anywhere else in the online application form please mark n/a or 00 under the fee related questions in the online application form. Without all the above 4 documents your application will be considered incomplete and invalid and will not be considered further. * Any attempt to unduly influence UNICEF’s selection process will lead to automatic disqualification of the applicant. * Joint applications of two or more individuals are not accepted. * Please note that UNICEF does not charge any fee during any stage of the process. * Female candidates meeting the requirements are strongly encouraged to apply. * UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds including persons living with disabilities to apply. For every Child you demonstrate… UNICEF's values of Care Respect Integrity Trust Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS). To view our competency framework please visit here. 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. “This position has been assessed as an elevated risk role for Child Safeguarding purposes as it is either: a role with direct contact with children works directly with child is a safeguarding response role or has been assessed as an elevated risk role for child safeguarding. Additional vetting and assessment for elevated risk roles in child safeguarding (potentially including additional criminal background checks) applies”. Remarks Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.


Background The mandate of the OSCE Presence in Albania is to promote democratization the rule of law and human rights as well as to consolidate democratic institutions in line with OSCE principles standards and commitments. Originally established in 1997 today the Presence’s activities range from arms control and the fight against trafficking to electoral assistance; anti-corruption initiatives; gender mainstreaming and environmental projects; human rights protection; legislative judicial and media reform; and the capacity-building of law enforcement officials. This UB post is located in the Civil Society and Gender Unit within the Democratization Department of the OSCE Presence in Albania. Tasks And Responsibilities Under the overall supervision of the Head of Democratization Department the successful candidate will be tasked with the following duties: * Develops and implements projects within the Democratization Department taking overall responsibility for those project activities assigned to him/her by the Head of Democratization and ensures that the project activities are successfully implemented in accordance with project objectives throughout the project cycle including meeting interlocutors designing action plans budgets implementation plans and final report and evaluation; * Establishes and maintains regular contacts with civil society organizations women groups as well as with other relevant interlocutors involved in the public participation of civil society women and/or youth as well as with local national and international organizations involved in this field. Supports the interaction of civil society women and/or youth with interlocutors working in the field of services and public participation development by reporting and advising on social political programmatic and organizational matters; * Reports on policies towards civil society gender equality and/or youth with specific focus on mechanisms to strengthen the public participation of these groups; Reports on situation and developments and provides expert advice to further capacity building of civil society organizations; * In consultation with the Head of Democratization identifies capacity-building needs develops and implements projects to improve compliance with principles of good governance (participation and inclusiveness) and proposes related activities; * Performs research and compiles background material on major departmental topics and assists in the organization of meetings (identifies participants and provides logistics support) involving civil society women and/or youth and members of international organizations to discuss policy and practical issues related to public participation; writes summaries and reports on the topics discussed; * Advises the Head of Democratization Department on ongoing developments related to civil society gender and/or youth; and drafts memos emails submissions for weekly and monthly reports related to these developments; Necessary Qualifications * University degree in social sciences law international relations or political science; * Minimum two years of professional working experience with inter-governmental or civil society organizations in the field of public participation of civil society and women * Experience in drafting designing and implementing gender/women/civil society support projects. * Computer literate with practical experience using Microsoft applications. * Excellent written and spoken English and Albanian. Knowledge of other EU languages would be desirable. * Ability to represent the Organization well at meetings and other outside events. * Demonstrated gender awareness and sensitivity and an ability to integrate a gender perspective into tasks and activities; Remuneration Package According to the OSCE salary scale the remuneration for this post is approximately 1802 EUR subject to National Social Security deductions. OSCE salaries are exempt from taxation. Appointments are normally made at step 1 of the applicable OSCE salary scale. If you wish to apply for this position please use the OSCE's online application link found under https://vacancies.osce.org/ . The OSCE retains the discretion to re-advertise/re-post the vacancy to cancel the recruitment to offer an appointment at a lower grade or to offer an appointment with a modified job description or for a different duration. Only those candidates who are selected to participate in the subsequent stages of recruitment will be contacted. Please note that vacancies in the OSCE are open for competition only amongst nationals of participating States please see https://www.osce.org/participating-states . The OSCE is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all religious ethnic and social backgrounds to apply to become a part of the Organization. Candidates should be aware that OSCE officials shall conduct themselves at all times in a manner befitting the status of an international civil servant. This includes avoiding any action which may adversely reflect on the integrity independence and impartiality of their position and function as officials of the OSCE. The OSCE is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. For more information on the values set out in OSCE Competency Model please see https://jobs.osce.org/resources/document/our-competency-model . Please note that for this position the OSCE does not reimburse expenses such as travel in connection with interviews tests visas and relocation. Please be aware that the OSCE does not request payment at any stage of the application and review process.


UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories we work for every child everywhere every day to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up. Purpose For The Job The Internal Communication and Staff Engagement Manager (Values-Based Behaviours) is responsible to lead all work related to ICSE’s Goal 1 of enabling values-based behaviors across the organization. The role involves coordinating organization-wide and cross-sectoral initiatives such as the global ‘Values in Action’ internal communication and behavior change initiative and ‘Humans of UNICEF’ programme to increase awareness understanding and practice of UNICEF’s Core Values among staff globally and drive positive behavior change in the organization. The role requires building strong relationships with diverse stakeholders and partnering with them to ensure the successful implementation of ICSE Goal 1 including the Division of Human Resources (DHR) and One HR network; Culture and Diversity Office Ethics Office (EO) and the Ethics and Culture Champions (ECCs) network; Office of Internal Audit and Investigations (OIAI); Global Staff Association (GSA) and Regional and Country Office Staff Representatives. The key functions and accountabilities of the role are as follows: Stakeholder Engagement & Coordination * Develop strong relationships with key internal stakeholders and their networks specifically with DHR Communication team Culture and Diversity Office’s SBC Specialist and communication focal points in EO GSA for ICSE Goal 1 execution and ensure cohesive collaboration and alignment of effort among these stakeholders. * Coordinate the Cross-Divisional Working Group on Values-Based Behaviour Communication to strategically plan coordinate align and synergize global and functional ICSE aimed to enable values-based staff behaviours across the organization. * Create and operationalize a system of collaboration across UNICEF offices at HQ regional and country office level to ensure global consistency and alignment of their initiatives and activities on UNICEF’s Core Values. Strategic Communications/Strategy Development And Execution * In collaboration with key stakeholders develop a plan of action for ICSE Goal 1 and associated operational frameworks and work plans and coordinate their execution. * Develop key messages narratives and other strategic communication materials (i.e. presentations talking points broadcast messages Q&As etc.) in support of key ICSE Goal 1 initiatives. Ensure coordination and alignment of messaging between different initiatives. * Working closely with ICSE Goal 1 communication teams curate and/or create compelling and engaging written visual and multimedia content for global ICSE channels. * Participate in and provide regular inputs and contributions to the global ICSE editorial planning system. Monitoring And Evaluation * Working closely with the Global ICSE PME Manager develop and implement an integrated ICSE Goal 1 results framework that is aligned with the Global internal comms M&E and other results frameworks. * Provide guidance and technical support to offices to establish measure and report on their internal initiatives and activities around UNICEF’s Core Values in alignment with the ICSE Goal 1 results framework. * Measure and analyze the effectiveness of ICSE Goal 1 strategy approaches and activities providing insights and recommendations for improvement. * Produce regular and periodic reports on the impact and effectiveness of initiatives and activities in the ICSE Goal 1 area. * Undertake lessons learned review of successful and unsuccessful experiences and share observations/findings with key stakeholders and teams to improve values-focused internal communication and staff engagement efforts. Capacity Building And Support * Working closely with ICSE Goal 1 stakeholders provide strategic and technical support to UNICEF offices on all aspects of internal communication and staff engagement on the Core Values including planning implementation stakeholder and staff engagement messaging and content curation. * Identify and leverage opportunities for building capacity among UNICEF offices and teams including by organizing and facilitating workshops and orientation sessions as required. * Develop and enable access to appropriate training and orientation material such as a toolkit guidance etc. The position will be vital to supporting the Chief to implement the internal communications reform efforts that are under way within UNICEF and ensure that it is appropriately performing its strategic enabling role in the 2022-2025 Strategic Plan and the Globally Networked Organization-Wide Internal Communication & Staff Engagement Collaboration Structure is effectively implemented. In doing so the position is critical for effective and collaborative implementation of the strategic ICSE Goal 1 of “Enabling an Improvement of Values-based Behaviours” across the organization. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have… Education Advanced University Degree in Communication Behavioural Science Corporate Communication Journalism Public Affairs or another relevant technical field is required. A first-level University Degree combined with two additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree. Experience A minimum of eight years of progressively responsible professional experience particularly successfully leading and coordinating global/organization-wide internal communication and staff engagement initiatives on workplace culture and behaviours change. Strong relationship building and collaboration skills are essential as well as experience in strategic planning execution and monitoring and evaluation. Capacity building and training experience is also highly valued. Language Requirements Fluency in English (both written and verbal) is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic Chinese French Russian or Spanish) is an asset. Other Skills And Attributes Specific technical knowledge required: * Proven experience in building and managing stakeholder networks and collaborating with cross-functional teams. * Ability to effectively work with stakeholders at all levels of the organization including senior leaders. * Strong analytical skills to analyze data and provide insights and recommendations. * Proven coordination organizational and interpersonal skills to motivate and mobilize stakeholders and teams across different parts of the organization to drive results. * Excellent communication presentation and writing skills adaptable for different audiences and with a clear concise and compelling style. * Excellent writing skills to create engaging messages and content for a variety of channels and audiences. * Proven strategic thinking skills and innovative mindset with the ability to conceptualize plan and execute new ideas. * Demonstrated experience in designing and managing projects including budget management monitoring and evaluating results. * Experience with UNICEF and familiarity with its organizational structures and processes. * Ability to manage a heavy and varied workload effectively under time pressure while maintaining high levels of accuracy and coordination across diverse teams and offices. * Ability and experience to work in multicultural environment. * Knowledge and understanding of current theories and practices in internal communication and employee engagement and behaviour change and the ability to apply them in a corporate setting. * Knowledge and understanding of current theories and practices in communication research planning and strategy and the ability to apply them in a corporate setting * Knowledge of digital communication and information systems platforms and tools including for effective communication and collaboration monitoring and evaluation. * Knowledge of UN and other international organizations; good understanding of world affairs current events and international development issues. Common Technical Knowledge Required General knowledge of: * Communication management including theories and practices in communication research planning and strategy. * Fundamentals for working in various media formats. * MS Office 365 applications and tools. * Knowledge of United Nations or other international organizations * Global human rights issues specifically relating to children and women. * UNICEF communication goals policies guidelines and strategies. * UNICEF policies and strategy to address international and national issues. * UNICEF emergency communication; policies goals strategies. * Gender equality and diversity awareness. Technical Knowledge To Be Acquired/enhanced * Expertise in management communication strategy and networking * Technical competence in producing content for various media formats – print audio video web etc. * UN security operations and guidelines. 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 UNICEF Competencies Required For This Post Are… Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (2) Innovates and embraces change (2) Drive to achieve results for impact (2) Manages ambiguity and complexity (2) Thinks and acts strategically (2) Works collaboratively with others (2) During the recruitment process we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here. 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 benefits to our staff including paid parental leave breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. 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 promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will therefore 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. Remarks UNICEF’s active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station which will be facilitated by UNICEF is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government 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. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. This position will be performed remotely without office space provided by UNICEF. The location of the work will be agreed between the successful candidate and the hiring office mainly based on the candidate’s nationality or legal residency (UNICEF will not sponsor a visa for a location in which the candidate has no right of residence*). There will be no financial support or compensation from UNICEF for any relocation related travel or costs relating to establishment/maintenance of the working environment such as internet. The applicable post adjustment rate will be based on the lower of the two between the remote work location and the recognized duty station and there will be no entitlement to expatriate benefits. We request that only candidates who agree with the above conditions apply for this position. * Due to security considerations UNICEF staff may not work remotely from locations determined as Non-Family Duty Stations or eligible for Danger Pay by the International Civil Service Commission. If it is determined following the selection process that a successful candidate has no possible location for remote work due to this restriction the candidate will be officially assigned to Valencia as the duty station.


UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories we work for every child everywhere every day to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up. For every child Opportunity The position leads the Evaluation Section of UNICEF’s Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office under the management oversight and guidance of the Regional Director with technical guidance of the Director of Evaluation. The function covers 21 countries across the region and supports the achievement of key results for children under UNICEF’s Strategic Plan. The Regional Office plays a critical role in promoting across the Eastern and Southern Africa Region (ESAR) the generation and use of evidence through evaluations to boost continuous improvements in programme design and implementation accountability and learning. How can you make a difference? The selected candidate’s role will include development implementation management and monitoring a strategy for strengthening the evaluation function in ESAR. The role also provides technical support to country offices in the area of evaluation including capacity-development at various levels including national evaluation capacity and contributes to coordination of regional recommendations regarding global policy development regional support and contributions to global corporate evaluation activities. The responsibilities of this post also include providing technical support guidance and advocacy on evaluation in humanitarian contexts in collaboration with other agencies as well as ensuring that equity and the gender equality perspectives are mainstreamed in evaluation design analysis and related processes. Main Activities * Develops and leads in the implementation of a regional strategy and annual work plans for thematic and multi-country evaluations in the region; * Provides technical support and quality assurance to the country offices for the planning management and conduct of evaluations towards the improved timeliness and credibility of evaluation products; * Prepares and disseminates reports on the management of the evaluation function to the Regional Evidence Committee the Regional Management Team and the Evaluation Office; * Acts as an advocate for evaluative evidence within ESARO and across the region facilitating engagement around conclusions and recommendations and ensuring coherence in the use and application of such evidence in improved UNICEF programming and policy advocacy. * Contributes to efforts by the Evaluation Office to strengthen technical oversight for evaluation management processes across the organization towards greater responsiveness improved timeliness and quality and the better utilization of evaluation products in the region; * Contributes to reinforcing the strategic involvement of UNICEF in national evaluation capacity development as well as joint evaluations with Governments and other development actors. * Provides UNICEF inputs into and coordinates effectively with regional inter-agency evaluation mechanisms intergovernmental forums and other regional partnerships and organizations relevant to the evaluation function; * Contributes to efforts by the Evaluation Office to develop and facilitate the utilization of innovative products and processes in the area of evaluation methodology evaluation management and the use of evaluations; * Contributes to efforts by the Evaluation Office to implement initiatives towards the professionalization of the evaluation function; * Manages country programme evaluations evaluations of humanitarian responses (L2) and multi-country thematic evaluations; * Keeps abreast of developments in the field of evaluation and knowledge management and provides/coordinates regional contributions and recommendations in connection with the development and implementation of the evaluation policy global evaluation plan and related strategies and guidance. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have… * An advanced university degree (master's degree or higher) in social sciences or other relevant disciplines. Specialization and/or practical training in programme management and evaluation survey and research analysis or applied statistical data analysis in social sciences an asset. * A minimum of ten years in progressively responsible professional work relating to planning implementation coordination and management of evaluation and/or research with at least half of that experience obtained in developing nations or in organizations whose work is predominantly in developing nations. * At least five years senior-level management and technical expertise in evaluation at either a very large country office or in regional or headquarters locations. * At least one instance of exposure to emergency programming with experience of evaluation of humanitarian responses an asset. * Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic Chinese French Russian or Spanish) or a 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 UNICEF Competencies Required For This Post Are… * Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others. (8) Nurtures leads and manages people (2) During the recruitment process we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here. 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 benefits to our staff including paid parental leave breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. 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 promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will therefore 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. Remarks UNICEF’s active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position eligible and suitable female candidates from industrial countries are encouraged to apply. Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service. UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station which will be facilitated by UNICEF is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government 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. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.