Child Protection Officer (Children on the Move)

Job Posting Organization:
UNICEF, established in 1946, operates in over 190 countries and territories with a mission to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. The organization is committed to promoting the rights of every child and emphasizes equity, ensuring that all children have the opportunity to survive and thrive without discrimination. UNICEF employs a diverse workforce and offers opportunities for professional and personal development, along with an attractive compensation and benefits package.

Job Overview:
The Child Protection Officer will work within the Country Office, reporting to the CP Officer (Emergency) in the Child Protection section. This role focuses on providing technical, operational, and administrative support for programming, particularly in relation to Children on the Move initiatives. The Officer will engage in UNICEF's broader efforts to address irregular migration, collaborating with other UN agencies and NGOs, and participating in activities related to migration along the central Mediterranean routes. The position requires a proactive approach to program development, management, and monitoring, ensuring compliance with organizational processes and contributing to the establishment of child-friendly spaces and specialized service centers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support Programme Development and Planning: Provide technical and administrative support throughout all stages of the NAGAH project, executing and administering various technical and program transactions, preparing materials and documentation, and ensuring compliance with organizational processes.
• Programme Management, Monitoring, and Delivery of Results: Offer technical, operational, and financial support, coaching, and monitoring for project activities, assisting in the selection of partner NGOs and governmental partners, and monitoring project activities in targeted locations.
• Technical and Operational Support to Programme Implementation: Conduct field visits and surveys, collecting and sharing reports with partners and stakeholders.
• Networking and Partnership Building: Participate in key meetings with national and international actors to support the development of national referral mechanisms.
• Innovation, Knowledge Management, and Capacity Building: Identify, capture, synthesize, and share lessons learned, applying innovative approaches and promoting good practices to enhance the implementation and delivery of results. Participate in capacity-building initiatives to enhance the competencies of clients and stakeholders.

Required Qualifications:
Minimum requirements include a university degree in international development, human rights, psychology, sociology, law" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">international law, or another relevant social science field. A minimum of one year of professional experience in social development planning and management in child protection areas is required, with experience in a developing country considered an asset. Desirable qualifications include at least two years of professional experience in child protection, particularly in emergency contexts, and mandatory experience working in a developing country.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a university degree in relevant fields such as international development, human rights, psychology, sociology, international law, or other social sciences. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of child protection and social development.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of one year of professional experience in social development planning and management, specifically in child protection-related areas. Candidates with two years of experience in child protection, particularly in emergency contexts, will be preferred. Experience in a developing country is mandatory, as it provides essential insights into the challenges faced in these environments.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Arabic is required for this position, as effective communication in both languages is crucial for collaboration with local partners and stakeholders. Additional language skills may be considered an asset but are not mandatory.

Additional Notes:
This position is full-time and may involve international recruitment. UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging candidates from all backgrounds to apply. The organization offers various benefits, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. Candidates must undergo rigorous background checks, and appointments are subject to medical clearance and visa requirements. UNICEF does not charge any processing fees during the recruitment process.