Purpose of Assignment
The purpose of this assignment is to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the current disability assessment and certification system within the Ministry of Health (MoH), including its structure, tools, processes, and performance, and to identify gaps and limitations in relation to the transition toward a functional assessment approach for persons with disabilities.
Building on the previous assessment conducted in 2022 under the Report on Palestine Disability Assessments for Social Protection, and in line with the national direction outlined in the concept note recently endorsed by the Minister of Health, this assignment will support the Ministry in identifying existing capacities, areas requiring strengthening, and critical gaps. This will enable a gradual and effective transition toward a standardised, rights-based functional assessment system aligned with the guidance of the World Health Organisation (WHO), the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) and the International Labour Organisation's (ILO), Social Protection Floors Recommendation, 2012 (No. 202), Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Disabled Persons) Convention, 1983 (No. 159), Social Security (Minimum Standards) Convention, 1952 (No. 102), and The Employment Injury Benefits Convention, 1964 (No. 121).
This transition is not only intended to strengthen assessment methodologies but also to support broader system outcomes, including enhanced inclusion, improved targeting of social protection, strengthened labour market inclusion and access to decent work and sustainable livelihoods, and more equitable and person-centred delivery of health, rehabilitation, and social services for persons with disabilities.
The assignment will generate evidence-based recommendations and a prioritised, actionable roadmap to support system strengthening and inclusion in social protection programming, the integration of functional assessment approaches, and the improved planning and delivery of services across the health, rehabilitation, education, protection, labour, and social protection sectors.
Minimum requirements
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.
Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents via the online recruitment portal, TMS (Talent Management System):
An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)
Cover letter
Remarks
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