TERMS OF REFERENCE
Under the supervision of UNICEF, and the overall guidance of MoSAL, National Digital Transformation and MIS Consultant will provide hands-on coordination, technical support, and facilitation to advance the development and implementation of digital transformation projects, especially the national Social Protection MIS.
Education
Information Systems, Data Management, Political Science, International Development, inter-disciplinary studies or other related fields
Work Experience
At least 5 years of experience in designing, implementing, or advising on data management systems, national and international systems is required.
Experience working with government stakeholders, providing technical advisory services, and strengthening institutional capacity is required.
Proven ability to conduct capacity building, including training, mentoring, and producing technical documentation and SOPs for non-technical users is required.
Experience working in complex humanitarian or development environments, with the ability to navigate constraints and propose practical, sustainable solutions is required.
Familiarity with modern development and delivery practices (e.g., Agile methodologies) and project management with the ability to guide teams in applying best practices is required.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear guidance for decision-makers.
Experience working in complex humanitarian or development environments, with the ability to navigate constraints and propose practical, sustainable solutions.
Language Requirements
Proficiency in Arabic and English is required, both spoken and written communication skills. Working knowledge of other languages is an advantage (French, German, etc).
Desirables
Demonstrated experience supporting or advising on national-level cash transfer programmes, social protection systems, or other large beneficiary-based systems (highly desirable).
Background in system assessments, gap analysis, and producing clear technical recommendations and implementation roadmaps. (highly desirable)
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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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