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For every child, future
The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programmes, 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.
How can you make a difference?
Purpose of the job:
Under the technical guidance of the Chief of SBC/CE-AAP; the general guidance of the Field Office and in close coordination with Dhaka and Field office based Sectoral and Cross-Sectoral Specialists and Officers, contributes to/responsible for the design, management, monitoring and evaluation of evidence-based, inclusive and innovative Community Engagement (CE) , Accountability to Affected People (AAP), Social and Behavior Change (SBC/CE-AAP) strategies in support of the country programme.
Summary of key functions/accountabilities:
- Generate and utilize research, data, and evidence to inform the design, measurement, and monitoring of SBC/CE-AAP programs and outcomes in both development and emergency contexts and to build the evidence base for SBC/CE-AAP.
- Design, plan and implement SBC/CE-AAP activities that are backed by social and behavioural evidence and strong engagement and participation mechanisms in both development and humanitarian contexts
- Support operationalization of SBC/CE-AAP by advocating for SBC/CE-AAP, mobilizing resources, coordinating across stakeholders, sectors and teams, and building alliances and partnerships.
- Promote continuous learning, strengthening and scaling up in SBC for both development and humanitarian contexts through capacity building for UNICEF staff, partners and implementers.
If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: BGD26040 Social Behavior Change Officer Level 2.pdf
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
Minimum requirements:
Education:
- A university degree (Bachelor’s or higher) in a social and behavioral science, including sociology, anthropology, communication studies/communication for development, psychology and/or related field is required.
Work Experience:
- A minimum of two years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas is required: social development programme planning, communication for development or social and behaviour change, community engagement, public advocacy or another related area.
- Experience in designing, development, implémentation and monitor CE-SBC interventions focusing on Health, WASH and Nutrition Programme
- A minimum experience of CE-SBC campaign design, implémentation and monitoring
Language Requirements:
- Fluency in English (and other language(s) for the region/country if relevant) is required.
Desirables:
- Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered an asset.
- Relevant experience in commission, generate, and apply qualitative and quantitative evidence on social and behavioral drivers.
- Relevant Experience in Design and Development of CE-SBC Training Modules and Message Content. Sound experience in Community Engagement and Empowerment.
- Knowledge or training on AAP will be an added advantage
- Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts.
For every Child, you demonstrate...
UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values
The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…
(1) Builds and maintains partnerships
(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness
(3) Drive to achieve results for impact
(4) Innovates and embraces change
(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity
(6) Thinks and acts strategically
(7) Works collaboratively with others
Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.
- These positions are open to Bangladeshi nationals only.
- Internal candidates on abolished posts, performing at the level of the post or a level higher in the relevant functional area, or an internal candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, will be given first consideration.
- Per the UNICEF Staff Selection Procedure, alternate recommended candidate(s) from this selection process may be placed in the Talent Group which may be used to fill similar positions in the future. Therefore, all eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.
- As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.
- UNICEF only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited / recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/.
- As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.
- UNICEF is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative, and welcoming workforce. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
- Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.
- UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.
- Humanitarian action is a cross-cutting priority within UNICEF’s Strategic Plan. UNICEF is committed to stay and deliver in humanitarian contexts. Therefore, all staff, at all levels across all functional areas, can be called upon to be deployed to support humanitarian response, contributing to both strengthening resilience of communities and capacity of national authorities.
- Visa residence requirements: i.e., UNICEF shall not facilitate the issuance of a visa and working authorization for candidates under consideration for positions at the national officer and general service category.
- All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.
- Verbal Feedback shall be provided to unsuccessful internal candidates upon the completion of the recruitment process.
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