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UNICEF, jointly with UNDP, and in partnership with the Ministry of Preschool and School Education (MoPSE) of Uzbekistan, is implementing Vision 2030 project for Modelling climate resilience and WASH in 50 schools in Uzbekistan. Its key priorities are enhancing access of children and adolescents in the most affected schools to equitable, inclusive, and climate-resilient learning environments and enhance the education system to better plan, deliver, and maintain school environments. Reinforcing sustainable WASH practices and infrastructure maintenance in gender-sensitive and transparent ways requires targeted social and behaviour change (SBC) interventions at community level. UNICEF Communication section is set to develop an evidence-based SBC Communication plan with behaviorally informed solutions, as well as to support national partners in systematization of a community feedback mechanism to ensure community’s views and concerns inform the proposed WASH solutions. For the implementation of the planned activities, UNICEF is seeking the services of a local consultant to support timely accomplishment of interventions, including but not limited to liaison with national partners and subject experts, coordinating the collaboration with relevant stakeholders, external vendors, and to perform a quality control and overall coordination of envisaged SBC solutions.
Minimum requirements:
•Education:
o Advanced university degree (post-graduation, master’s degree or PhD) in social studies, health communication, or any other relevant field
•Work Experience:
o Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in communication, including in health/WASH communication, social behaviour change interventions, areas of responsibility as per ToR.
• Language Requirements:
o Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Uzbek and Russian is required.
• Knowledge/Expertise/Skills:
o Expertise in applying behavioral theories (like the socio-ecological model) specifically to WASH challenges—such as promoting handwashing with soap, and ensuring safe water storage
o Skill in creating targeted multimedia communication materials, mass media campaigns, and interpersonal communication (IPC) guides tailored to different health related issues.
• Desirables:
o Work experience at UN agencies is an asset.
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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.
- An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)
- Cover letter
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