Job Description
’unICEF works in some of the most challenging places in the world, reaching the most disadvantaged children in the world. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them realize their potential.
In 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for all.
UNICEF has been active in the Democratic Republic of the Congo since 1963 to save the lives of’enfants, defend their rights and help them realize their potential.
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For every child, good health
UNICEF’s core mission is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does – in its programmes, advocacy and operations. The equity strategy, which focuses on 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 the opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favouritism. To the extent that a child does not have equal opportunities in life – in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions – his or her rights are violated. It is becoming increasingly clear that investing in healtheducation and protection of the most disadvantaged citizens of a society – by tackling inequality – will not only give all children the opportunity to realize their potential, but will also lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. That’s why the focus on fairness is so important. It is accelerating progress towards the realization of the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as emphasized in the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while supporting the equitable development of nations.but it will also lead to sustained growth and stability in countries. That’s why the focus on fairness is so important. It is accelerating progress towards the realization of the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as emphasized in the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while supporting the equitable development of nations.but it will also lead to sustained growth and stability in countries. That’s why the focus on fairness is so important. It is accelerating progress towards the realization of the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as emphasized in the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while supporting the equitable development of nations.
How can you make a difference?
Your responsibilities and tasks :
1. Support for program development and planning
- To support and contribute to the preparation, design and updating of the situation analysis for the sector(s) in order to establish a strategic plan for the development, design and management of health related programs.
- Formulate, design and prepare a health programme proposal, ensuring alignment with the UNICEF strategic plan, the country programme, as well as coherence/integration with the United Nations development assistance framework plan (UNDAF), regional strategies and national priorities, plans and expertise
2. Program management, monitoring and achievement of results
- Plan and/or collaborate with internal and external partners to establish monitoring criteria, performance indicators and other indicators and measures of the UNICEF/United Nations system to assess and strengthen performance accountability, coherence and achievement of concrete and sustainable results for the sector assigned in health programmes.
- Prepare and evaluate monitoring and evaluation reports to identify gaps, strengths and/or weaknesses in programme management, identify lessons learned and use the knowledge gained to plan development and intervene in a timely manner to achieve objectives.
3. Technical and operational support for the implementation of the programme
- Strengthen technical capacity, provide technical guidance and operational support to government partners, NGOs, UN system partners and other country office partners/donors in interpreting, applying and understanding UNICEF policies, strategies, processes and best practices and approaches on health-related issues to support planning, management, management, management and the implementation and achievement of results in the context of the development of programmes ;
- Participate in discussions with national partners, beneficiaries and stakeholders to promote health and development issues, in particular in the areas of gender, emergency preparedness, maternal and neonatal health, and child survival and development; and
4. Networking and partnership building
- Establish and maintain close and effective working partnerships with government partners in the health sector, national stakeholders, as well as global partners, partners, donors and universities. Through active networking, advocacy activities and effective communication and communication in the field.
- Participate in and/or represent UNICEF in appropriate inter-agency discussions and planning on health-related issues in order to collaborate with inter-agency partners/colleagues on UNDAF planning and preparation of health programmes/projects, ensuring that the position of the interests and priorities of the organization are fully taken into account and integrated into the UNDAF process in development planning and agenda-setting.
5. Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building
- Apply and introduce innovative approaches and good practices to build the capacity of partners and stakeholders and to support the implementation and achievement of concrete and sustainable results within the framework of the programme.
- Be informed and conduct research to provide evidence for the implementation of best practices and leading practices in the field of health.
To learn more, click here: JD – Health Specialist, NOC, FT – Kananga.pdf
To assume this role and be considered(e) as an advocate for the rights of every child in the DRC, you must have :
Minimum requirements:
- Education: A higher academic degree in any of the following areas is required: public health/nutrition, pediatric health, family health, health research, global/international health, health policy and/or management, environmental health sciences, biostatistics, socio-medical, health education, epidemiology, or any other relevant technical field.
- Experience:
a minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas is required: public health planning and management/nutrition, maternal and neonatal health care, or preparedness for health/humanitarian emergencies.
– Experience working in a developing country is considered to be an asset.
Language requirements: Mastery of French and English is required.
Desirables :
- Knowledge of another official language of the United Nations or a local language is an asset.
- Relevant experience within an agency or organisation of the United Nations system is considered an asset.
For each child, you must demonstrate..
The core values of UNICEF, namely caring, respect, integrity, trust, accountability and sustainability (CRITAS). They are the foundation of everything we do and the way we do it. Discover our Charter of Values: UNICEF Values
The UNICEF competencies required for this position are…
- Cultivate self-awareness and demonstrate a sense of’ethics
- Working in a collaborative way
- Establish and maintain partnerships
- Innovating and embracing change
- Think and act strategically
- S’atteler to achieve tangible results
- Managing’ambiguity and complexity
Familiarize yourself with our framework of competences and its different levels.
UNICEF is there to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our staff must reflect the diversity of these children. UNICEF is committed to including everyone, regardless of race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic origin or any other personal characteristic.
We propose a wide range of measures to include a more diverse workforce, such as paid parental leave, hours for breastfeeding and reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.
According to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), persons living with disabilities include those with lasting physical, mental, intellectual or sensory impairments that, in interaction with various barriers, may impede their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others. In its 2022-2030 disability inclusion policy and strategy, UNICEF is committed to increasing the number of employees living with disabilities by 2030. At UNICEF, we plan to reasonable accommodations to meet the work-related support needs of candidates and employees living with a disability. UNICEF has also set up an accessibility support service to strengthen physical and digital accessibility. If you are a candidate living with a disability and require digital accessibility support to complete the online application form, please submit your application through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF.
UNICEF does not hire married candidates for children (persons under the age of 18). UNICEF has a policy of zero tolerance for behaviour that is incompatible with the goals and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of power and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and protection of all children. All selected candidates will be subject to rigorous background and reference checks and will adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include university credentials and professional background checks.Selected applicants may be required to provide additional information for background checks, and applicants living with selected disabilities may be asked to submit supporting documents relating to their disability on a confidential basis.
Appointments to UNICEF are subject to a medical certificate. Visa issuance by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to vaccination requirements, in particular against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). If you are selected(e) for a position at UNICEF, you must either be vaccinated(e) as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant UN department. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.
Remarks :
In accordance with article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the primary consideration in the employment of personnel is the need to ensure the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity.
UNICEF’s active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to achieving the best outcomes for children. For this position women and people living with disabilities who meet the required requirements are encouraged to apply.
Officials who plan to work for UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government posts before accepting employment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw a job offer, without compensation, if a visa or medical certificate is not obtained, or if the necessary vaccinations are not completed, within a reasonable period of time, for any reason.
UNICEF does not charge an application fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection and hiring processes (i.e., at the application, interview, validation or appointment and training stage). UNICEF will not request information from candidates’ bank accounts.
All UNICEF positions are advertised and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and taken to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate at the level of the position in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the relevant talent pool, may be selected, if appropriate for the position, without assessment of the other candidates.
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