TERMS OF REFERENCE
Under the supervision of the Social Policy Specialist – the Social Policy Consultant - Cash Plus Pilot Coordination in Muthanna will: Support Prepare, keep updated andmonitorthe implementation workplan ofthe “Child Plus Benefit’, and Support developing process flows and standard operating procedures (SOP) with timelines for the operationalization of cash payments, also to Ensure the smooth implementation of the “Child Plus Benefit’ in collaboration with relevant stakeholders and partners and within the SoP and timeframe developed under the supervision of social policy Specialist, Provide Initial support Monitor the planning and tracking of overall processes and payment to beneficiaries, in adherence to agreed-upon SoPs, safety and security measures , Contribute in Liaise with relevant i n t e r n a l (health, child protection, Social and Behavior change) and external, local (DoLSA, DoH) stakeholders for the implementation of the Plus component and to Support organizing and meet with the relevant working groups (internal task force, cash assistance committee) to monitor and track implementation of the “Child Plus Benefit’, and Follow-up with the field teams, on the identification and selection of beneficiaries of the cash transfer pilot as relevant. Support the organization and implementation of missions for external partners (trainings, data collection for baseline, end-line assessment, and others as relevant…)
Education
An advanced university (Masters) degree in one of the following fields is required: Economics, Public Policy, Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Science, or another relevant technical field. Bachelor’s degree in relevant field with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree.
Work Experience
• At least three years of relevant professional work experience in (Social protection, Cash transfer programming, implementation, and coordination…) is required.
• Good communication and reporting skills.
• Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills.
• Strong ability to work as part of a team.
• Experience with the UN is an asset.
Skills
• Knowledge in Social Protection Programme
• Monitoring and Evaluation with the programme
Desirables
• Any other local language and aware of the social norms of the community
Language Requirements
• Fluent in English and Arabic (spoken and written)
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
Remarks
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