Country: India
Closing date: 29 Mar 2017
If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you.
The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children's rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society's most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.
PURPOSE OF THE POST
Under the guidance of the Chief of Section, develops and maintains a cutting-edge sectoral knowledge database that is the primary source of information for all ICO staff working in the sector, supporting programming and advocacy activities. Also supports programme management functions, including monitoring, and carries out operational and administrative functions to contribute to the achievement of sectoral results and targets.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITES AND DUTIES
IMPACT OF RESULTS
Decisions to be taken on where and how to obtain cutting edge sectoral information, and how to best store and disseminate the knowledge. Decisions also made on when to bring irregularities in monitoring/reporting and programme management to the notice of senior staff.
Recommendations on policy and process have to be regularly made to ensure the section operates at maximum efficiency.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Education:
Completion of secondary education, preferably supplemented by technical or university courses in a field related to the work of the organization.
Work Experience
Seven years of progressively responsible programme or administrative work, preferably with experience of research and/or programme activities.
Language Proficiency
Fluency in English. Knowledge of the local working language of the duty station is an asset.
Competency Profile (For details on competencies please refer to the UNICEF Professional Competency Profiles.)
Core Values (Required)
Core Competencies (Required)
Functional Competencies (Required)
If you meet the above mentioned requirements, click on the following link to APPLY.
To view our competency framework, please click here.
Only applications of short listed candidates will be acknowledged.
Candidates are informed that all applications are subject to background verification which may include academic and professional experience.
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization.
UNICEF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process including application, interview, meeting, traveling, processing, training etc. UNICEF is a non-smoking working environment.
How to apply:
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization. To apply, click on the following link http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=503487