National Consultant – Technical Assistance for the Implementation of ProSAS & Case Management in Nampula, Niassa & Cabo Delgado Provinces, Maputo, Mozambique, 6.5 months, office-based+travel #595217

For every child, the right to safety

How can you make a difference?

Education

• A Bachelor’s degree in social sciences, International Relations and Development Studies

Work Experience

• At least 10 years of progressively responsible professional experience in Social Policy, Social Protection, Child Protection, Case Management, or related social service programmes.

• Demonstrated experience in the design, implementation, monitoring and technical support of cash-plus interventions, child-sensitive social protection programmes, Case Management, or integrated social services.

• Proven experience working with the Government of Mozambique, particularly with relevant ministries and institutions responsible for social protection and social welfare.

• Strong experience in capacity building, technical assistance, and coordination with government counterparts and development partners.

• Demonstrated experience in field monitoring, supervision, programme implementation, and data collection and analysis using both qualitative and quantitative methodologies.

• Experience in developing technical reports, operational guidance, funding requests, workplans, and programme documentation;

• Experience supporting digital information management systems (e.g., Case Management Information Systems or similar platforms) is an asset.

• Previous professional experience with UNICEF, UN agencies, or other international development organizations is highly desirable.

Language requirements

• Fluency in English and Portuguese (written and spoken) is required.

Knowledge/Expertise/Skills

• Strong knowledge of Social Policy, Social Protection, Child Grant, Case Management, and ProSAS.

• Proficiency in Power BI, KoBoToolbox, Excel, and other data analysis, visualization, and dashboard management tools.

• Strong skills in data management, monitoring, reporting, and evidence-based decision-making.

• Demonstrated experience in budgeting, financial forecasting, and resource planning.

• Excellent coordination and partnership management skills with Government, UN agencies, and development partners.

• Strong analytical, communication, facilitation, and report-writing skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver quality results under tight deadlines

Desirables

• Previous experience with UNICEF or UN programmes.

• Experience supporting Government-led Social Protection and Child Protection programmes in Mozambique.

• Familiarity with CMIS, digital case management systems, and results-based management approaches

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