TERMS OF REFERENCE
The purpose of this consultancy is to support country offices in preparation for the upcoming Second Global Ministerial Conference on Ending Violence Against Children (VAC).
Background
UNICEF is co-organizing the Second Global Ministerial Conference on Ending Violence Against Children (VAC), to be held in Manila, Philippines. The conference represents a key opportunity for governments and partners to demonstrate progress, strengthen commitments, and advance evidence-based action to prevent and respond to violence against children.
To support effective country participation and preparation, UNICEF seeks two consultants to facilitate national preparation processes, strengthen coordination across countries and regions, support the review and development of national pledges, and ensure effective engagement of governments and partners throughout the preparatory period. The consultants will work closely with UNICEF country offices, and the global VAC team to support high-quality participation and contributions from countries in their respective regions.
Minimum requirements
Work Experience
- Demonstrated experience facilitating multi-country or regional processes.
- Experience working with governments, UNICEF, UN agencies, and development partners.
- Experience supporting policy dialogue, high-level consultations, workshops, or high-level meetings.
- Good understanding of VAC prevention and systems strengthening, with familiarity with global frameworks (e.g., INSPIRE).
- Strong drafting, coordination, and communication skills.
Language Requirements
- Fluency in English is required.
- Amman time zone consultancy – Arabic is desirable.
Knowledge/Expertise/Skills
- Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and deliver high-quality outputs under tight timelines.
- Strong coordination and stakeholder engagement skills.
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
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.