Anticipatory Action and Preparedness Officer

Job Posting Organization:
UNICEF, established in 1946, is a United Nations agency dedicated to promoting the rights and well-being of every child. With a mission to ensure that all children have the opportunity to survive, develop, and reach their full potential, UNICEF operates in over 150 countries worldwide. The organization focuses on equity, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, and works to address the inequities that violate children's rights. UNICEF's efforts are guided by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, and it aims to invest in health, education, and protection to foster sustainable growth and stability in nations.

Job Overview:
The Anticipatory Action and Preparedness Officer will play a crucial role in supporting UNICEF's Office of Emergency Programmes (EMOPS) by enhancing the organization's preparedness for humanitarian crises. This position involves both technical and coordination aspects of anticipatory action frameworks, which are designed to protect children and communities from predictable crises. The officer will work closely with Country Offices and Regional Offices to document good practices, develop communication materials, and build capacity through training sessions and events. The role also includes supporting the rollout of the Emergency Preparedness Platform 3.0 (EPP 3.0), which is essential for strengthening emergency preparedness and response planning across UNICEF's operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Content Development and Knowledge Management: Support documentation and reporting on anticipatory action frameworks, develop templates for collecting beneficiary stories, and contribute to knowledge-sharing products such as case studies and lessons learned. Manage and update UNICEF's anticipatory action SharePoint site.
• Coordination and Proposal Development: Assist Country Offices in drafting concept notes and proposals for new frameworks, coordinate with various divisions for resource mobilization, and gather inputs related to anticipatory action initiatives.
• Organizing Events and Capacity Building: Plan and deliver training sessions and workshops, coordinate learning events, and document key outcomes from these activities.
• Emergency Preparedness Initiatives: Support the rollout of EPP 3.0, assist in data integration from Country Offices, and prepare guidance materials for the platform. Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates should possess strong organizational and communication skills, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment. They should demonstrate adaptability and flexibility in their approach to tasks and challenges. A background in humanitarian action, emergency preparedness, or related fields is essential, along with experience in knowledge management and capacity building.

Educational Background:
A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as international relations, humanitarian studies, social sciences, or a related discipline is required. A master's degree is preferred and may be advantageous for candidates seeking to stand out in the selection process.

Experience:
Candidates should have at least 2-3 years of professional experience in humanitarian action, emergency preparedness, or related fields. Experience working with international organizations, particularly in a UN context, is highly desirable. Familiarity with anticipatory action frameworks and knowledge management practices will be beneficial.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, while knowledge of Italian is highly desirable for daily interactions in Rome. Proficiency in additional languages, particularly those relevant to UNICEF's operational contexts, would be considered an asset.

Additional Notes:
This position is a UN Volunteer role, and candidates are expected to arrange their own housing and living arrangements prior to or upon arrival in Rome. The monthly living allowance is approximately USD 2524.1, with additional entitlements such as an entry lump sum of USD 3500 and an exit allowance of USD 225 for each month served. Medical and life insurance is provided through Cigna Private Insurance. Leave entitlements include annual leave, certified sick leave, and learning leave, with specific accrual rates based on the duration of service.