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UNICEF is providing technical support to the Ministry of Social Cohesion and Family Affairs (MoSCFA), through the Reform and Investment Task Force of the European Commission - (SG REFORM) and is implementing a Technical Support Instrument (TSI) project "Modernizing Child Protection in Greece".
Minimum Qualifications required:
Master’s degree in Social Policy, Child Rights, Public Policy, Law, Social Sciences, International Development, Public Administration or other related field
Years of Experience/ Knowledge/Expertise/Skills required*:
Work Experience:
Minimum 7 years of progressively responsible professional experience in child rights, child protection, social policy, or public sector reform.
Demonstrated experience conducting policy reviews, research and stakeholder consultations.
Experience supporting development of national action plans, strategies or public policy reforms.
Previous experience working with government institutions, international organizations, or UN agencies.
Experience in drafting analytical reports and policy recommendations.
Language Requirements:
Fluency in Greek (written and spoken).
Excellent command of English (written and spoken).
Knowledge/Expertise/Skills:
Strong understanding of child rights frameworks and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
Knowledge of the Greek child protection and social welfare system.
Excellent analytical, writing, and facilitation skills.
Experience in qualitative research and stakeholder engagement.
Ability to synthesize complex information and formulate policy recommendations.
Desirables:
Previous experience working with UNICEF.
Familiarity with National Action Plans on Children's Rights.
Knowledge of EU child rights policy frameworks and governance mechanisms.
For every Child, you demonstrate...
UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). 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 based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. 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, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.
- An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)
- Cover letter
Remarks
UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.
All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.