Job Description

Details:Mission and objectives:The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to childrens 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 societys 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.Context:As part of UNICEF India's WASH strategy, the India Country Office (ICO) aims to specifically contribute to a dedicated global goal on water and sanitation (SDG6), which sets out to ensure "availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation to now cover the entire water cycle, including the management of water, wastewater and ecosystem resources. SDG 6 has strong linkages to all of the otherThe UN Volunteer will support the WASH-CCES Section in areas of WASH & CCES programme planning, monitoring, research, evaluation, knowledge management, and financial management.Task description:1. Planning and Monitoring:
a. Annual Reporting and Work Plan Development:

• Assist in creating and finalizing WASH and CCES rolling work plan.
• Update monitoring plans, conduct situation analyses, and identify data sources for internal reporting, Core Standard Indicators, and annual reports.

b. Donor Reporting and Monitoring:

• Support development and update monitoring frameworks for donor reporting.
• Create process monitoring frameworks and innovative methods for on-field monitoring and reporting.
• Perform data analysis and prepare dashboards.

c. Strengthening Government Data Systems:

• Review data on sanitation, water, hygiene, and climate change from MIS and national surveys to identify key deprivations and gaps.
• Support development of advocacy notes with the Ministry and state governments on SDG target monitoring and reporting.
• Develop rapid needs assessment tools and questionnaires.

2. Research and Evaluation:

• Support development of TORs for research and evaluations, review draft reports, and coordinate with research partners.
• Coordinate with state offices for monitoring evidence work and disseminate research findings using infographics and topline summaries.

3. Knowledge and Financial Management:

• Maintain the ECM site of the WASH-CCES network and provide support in hosting webinars on knowledge sharing.
• Document good practices in programming and monitoring at the state and section levels.
• Assist in developing the India Country Office Newsletter and other knowledge-sharing publications.

4. Admin Support:

• Assist in admin and operations services for the WASH & CCES section, including facilities and logistics management.

Requirements:the development sector. Hands-on experience in monitoring or working in research is an advantage.

• Basic understanding of the WASH sector in India, with some experience in climate change work being beneficial.
• Strong writing and communication skills, with experience in conducting research studies and developing case studies or human-interest stories.
• Proficiency in using Google Forms, Excel, PowerPoint, ODK platforms, and other open-source software for data collection is desirable.

Competencies and values:

• Professionalism: demonstrated understanding of operations relevant to UNICEF; technical capabilities or knowledge relevant or transferrable to UNICEF procedures and rules; discretion, political sensitivity, diplomacy and tact to deal with clients; ability to apply good judgement; ability to liaise and coordinate with a range of different actors, especially in senior positions; where appropriate, high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; resourcefulness and willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented;
• Integrity: demonstrate the values and ethical standards of the UN and UNICEF in daily activities and behaviors while acting without consideration of personal gains; resist undue political pressure in decision-making; stand by decisions that are in the organizations interest even if they are unpopular; take prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behavior; does not abuse power or authority;
• Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, mixed-gender environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; sensitivity and adaptability to culture, gender, religion, nationality and age; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of UN operations; ability to achieve common goals and provide guidance or training to colleagues;
• Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment;
• Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities;
• Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups;
• Flexibility: adaptability and ability to live and work in potentially hazardous and remote conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort; to operate independently in austere environments for protracted periods; willingness to travel within the area of operations and to transfer to other duty stations within the area of operations as necessary;
• Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards UNICEFs mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values.

Area(s) of expertise:

• Development programmes

Required education level:Bachelor degree or equivalentOther information: New Delhi and the surrounding National Capital Region is a large and bustling metropolis of some 14 million people undergoing rapid changes. The capital city is an administrative, cultural and commercial center with modern amenities and well connected by air. It is a safe place with large expatriate community drawn from embassies, UN agencies, MNCs and foreign businesses. It has short moderate winter and long hot summer.As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. This position is based in New Delhi. National UN Volunteers are part of the malicious insurance plan. National UN Volunteers are expected to be culturally sensitive and adjust to the prevailing culture and traditions.The contract lasts for the period indicated above with possibility of extensions subject to availability of funding, operational necessity and satisfactory performance. However, there is no expectation of renewal of the assignment.The applicable Volunteer Living Allowance is provided monthly to cover housing, utilities and normal cost of living expenses. Life, health and permanent disability insurance are included (health insurance for up to 3 dependents - except for UN Community Volunteers), as well as final repatriation (if applicable). You can check full entitlements at https://app.unv.org/calculator.For information specific to your assignment please see below:

• Voluntary Living Allowance (VLA): INR 58,347 per month
• Entry lump sum (one-time payment): USD 400 (equivalent in INR)
• Relocation costs (both ways @ USD 200 at the beginning and end of assignment, if duty station is outside of commuting distance)
• Exit allowance (paid on successful completion of the assignment): 1 VLA / 12 Months
• Medical and life insurance Cigna Private Insurance
• Access to UNV Learning Portal for Online Courses

Leave entitlements:

• Annual leave: 2.5 days accrued per calendar month
• Certified sick leave: 30 days
• Uncertified sick leave: 7 days
• Learning leave: 10 working days per consecutive 12 months
• Maternity leave: 16 weeks
• Paternity leaves: 10 days

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