UNICEF Belize

invites applications for the following position

Child Protection Officer, NO-B Level
Under the close supervision of the Social Policy Specialist, the Child Protection Officer NO-B contributes to
programme planning, administration, implementation, monitoring and the evaluation of the Child Protection
programme activities, including teamwork and capacity building.

Major duties and responsibilities of the post:
1. Collects and analyses data for the Situation Analysis, project planning, management, monitoring and evaluation
purposes. Analyses Child Protection programme, implementation reports and evaluates against established
programme recommendations and plans of action. Reports outcome of analysis and proposes corrective actions.
Contributes to the development and/or introduction of new approaches, methods and practices in project
management and evaluation.
2. Provides technical support for the reform of the child protection system, establishment of justice for children
system, and strengthening of child protection system at national and local levels. Gives technical advice for the
improvement of the normative framework for child protection.
3. Contributes to the development of capacity building plans for government/NGO partners to provide specialised
services to children in need of special protection, collect data, monitor and report on child protection issues.
4. Communicate and negotiate with counterparts on project activities; undertakes ongoing field visits to UNICEF
project sites for participation in, and monitoring of project activities and local conditions; prepare reports on
results of visits and project progress reports and recommend courses of action to the supervisor;
5. Attends technical cooperation meetings, prepares notes and undertakes follow-up action and coordination related to
programme implementation and monitoring. Participates in inter-sectoral collaboration with other programme
colleagues. Assists in development of appropriate communication and information strategy to support and/or
advocate programme development
6. Develops and implements the country HIV and Adolescent Development projects, collects, monitors and analyses
relevant data in the area of HIV and Adolescent Development, establishes active partnerships with national
stakeholders active in the area of HIV and adolescent development, prepares funding proposals outlining priority
interventions pertaining to these programs, liaises with national government partners to ensure achievement and
sustainability of outcomes and results. Analyzes and evaluates progress and implementation data to ensure
achievement of planned key results and/or take corrective action when necessary to meet programme/project
objectives, and to identify best practices and lessons learned. This includes preparation of the annual work-plans
and the project progress reports, and inputs into all programme review processes (including the Mid-Term
Review), as well as the Annual Report.
7. Collects data and background information with regard to the project and provides updated information on
programme/project financial and administrative status for analysis and report purposes. Analyses
programme/project status and recommends appropriate adjustments to ensure full implementation of program
funds and activities;
8. Undertakes regular field visits to monitor programmes, follows up on evaluation action plan, as well as conduct
periodic programme reviews with government counterparts and other partners, and use the outputs and
recommendations to identify necessary actions for programme adjustments.
9. Prepares sectoral documents for the Country Programme Document (CPD) Annual Work Plans (AWPs), and other
programme documents, as required. Selects and compiles training and orientation materials for those involved in
programme implementation, including donor and media visits.

1. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
University degree in Law, Social Sciences or related technical field. Advanced University degree will be
considered an asset
Three years of progressively responsible experience in programme design, administration, monitoring and
evaluation or related field.
Demonstrated experience in Child Protection, HIV and Adolescent development
Fluency in English and knowledge of the local working language of the duty station is required. Another UN
language, particularly Spanish, is an asset.

2. COMPETENCIES (Indicates the level of proficiency required for the job)
i) Core Values (Required)
Commitment
Diversity and Inclusion


Integrity
ii) Core Competencies (Required)
Communication [II]
Working with People [I]
Drive for Results [I]
iii) Functional Competencies (Required)
Formulating Strategies and Concepts [I]
Analyzing [II]
Applying Technical Expertise [II]
Learning and Researching [II]
Planning and Organizing [II]


iv) Technical Knowledge2 [ ]

a) Specific Technical Knowledge Required
Essential Technical Knowledge of theories, principles and methods in the following areas:
Strengthening child protection systems
Strengthening partner capacity for protecting children against violence; in emergencies.
Strengthening in respect of harmful traditional practices
Strengthening in improving justice for children and in strengthening social welfare systems.
Use of data and indicators in child protection.

b) Common Technical Knowledge Required (for the job group)
Methodology of programme/project management
Sectoral Programmatic goals, policies and strategies
Knowledge of global human rights issues, specifically relating to children and women
UNICEF policies and strategy in child protection, including programmes in conflicts, natural disasters,
and recovery
Core commitments for children in emergencies (for all Emergency positions)
UNICEF financial, supply and administrative rules and regulations.
Rights-based and Results-based approach and programming in UNICEF
UNICEF programme policy, procedures and guidelines in the Manual.
Mid-Term Strategic Plan
UN guideline on sexual exploitation and abuse by UN staff and partners.
Gender equality and Diversity awareness

c) Technical Knowledge to be Acquired/Enhanced (for the Job)
Government development plans and policies
Knowledge of local conditions and country legislation relevant to UNICEF programmes
UN policies and strategy to address international humanitarian issues and the responses
UN common approaches to programmatic issues and UNICEF positions
UN security operations and guidelines
UNICEF strategic framework for partnerships and collaborative relationships
UNICEF policies and strategies promoting and supporting gender equality and diversity

How to Apply:
Please submit your CV via e-mail together with a completed United Nations Personal History Form P-11,
available for download on the internet at http://www.unicef.org/videoaudio/PDFs/P11.doc to the address below
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Candidates should submit applications by 29 August 2014 to:

UNICEF Belize
E-mail: belize@unicef.org
Subject: Vacancy - Child Protection Officer, NOB Level

All applications received after the deadline will not be considered.