Country: Mozambique
Closing date: 26 May 2017
PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVE.
In collaboration with MINEDH and UNICEF Education and Communication, Adolescents and Public Advocacy Sections, the selected consultant is expected to develop a National C4D Strategy in Education with and the respective Operational Plan for 2017-2019.
METHODOLOGY AND TECHNICAL APPROACH.
The consultant will work closely with the Ministry of Education/Directorate on Cross-cutting Issues and UNICEF CAPP and Education Sections. The consultant is expected to draft a national strategy on C4D in education based on the findings of the desk review, consultation and focus groups discussion. The strategy note will serve as guiding document for the mobilization of authorities, schools and communities for increased demand and action for equitable access, attendance and retention, and prevention of drop-out prevention. The strategy should also include a monitoring and evaluation approach and timeframe.
ACTIVITIES AND TASKS.
The task consists of three stages:
DELIVERABLES
Payments will be processed upon acceptance of the corresponding deliverable, and against an invoice that will make reference to the contract reference and deliverable number.
Deliverable 1:
Delivery timeframe: end of week 3 after the signature of the contract
Deliverable/product: Work-plan and desk review report approved by the section head.
Deliverable 2:
Delivery timeframe by the end of week 7
Deliverable/product(s): Field work report approved by the section head
Deliverable 3:
Delivery timeframe by end of week 15
Deliverable/product(s): Draft C4D strategy and operational plan approved by the stakeholders and the UNICEF section head
Deliverable 4:
Delivery timeframe by end of week 18
Deliverable/product(s): Final documents submitted and cleared by UNICEF in coordination with MINEDH
MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISION.
The selected institution will report to the Communication for Development Specialist, and work closely with the Education Section (Access and Retention team). A detailed work plan will be discussed at the beginning of the contract, and a prioritization of tasks will be fixed within the first week after the beginning of the contract.
This consultancy is for four months, starting from 1 June 2017, ending 30 September 2017 (18 weeks).
QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE.
Additional requirements: Minimum of two (2) positive references from previous clients in relation to communication research, and development of strategies and action plans.
Required qualifications: Master degree in Communication or Social Sciences, including sociology, psychology, anthropology or related areas. a Ph.D. would be an asset. Basic training on Research Ethics. Experience on development of education or other social sector communication strategies and operational plans. At least 5 years of experience in working with issues related to behavior change communication. Knowledge of Mozambican culture and fluency in Portuguese would be an asset.
How to apply:
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization. To apply, click on the following link http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=504736