How can you make a difference?
Working closely with UNICEF programme sections, government counterparts, academic institutions, research partners and development stakeholders, the consultant will support the integration of behavioural insights, social listening and community intelligence into UNICEF programming.
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...
Education
- A Bachelor's degree or higher in Social and Behavior Change, Social Sciences, Behavioral Sciences, Public Health, Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, Gender Studies, Development Studies, or another closely related field
Work Experience
- A minimum of two (2) of progressive professional experience in Social and Behavior Change (SBC), community engagement, behavioral science, social research, public health, gender equality, adolescent development and participation, or related program areas. experience in capacity building, technical assistance, and coordination with government counterparts and development partners.
Knowledge/Expertise/Skills
- Experience working and social behavioral change strategies, approaches, communications and interventions.
- Demonstrated experience in coordinating or supporting formative research, behavioral assessments, social norms studies, qualitative research, or other evidence generation processes.
- Demonstrated skills and experience in developing key messages, communication materials and awareness-raising campaigns.
- Strong experience in social and community listening and behavioral science.
- Experience in conducting stakeholder consultations, workshops and training sessions, as well as facilitating focus group discussion and coordination meetings.
- Proficiency in designing and utilizing various communication channels, such as social media, multimedia and community outreach methods
- In-depth understanding of child rights, gender equality and participation principles, gender-based violence, particularly in the context of schools and education
- Proven ability and experience in developing work plans and budgets
- Experience with UNICEF or other UN agencies is an asset.
- Experience in Humanitarian development program, GBV, Wash and immunization
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.
Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.