Mozambique: TA Programme Specialist (PSEA), P-4, Beira, Mozambique, (364 Days)

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Purpose

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.

On 14/15 March 2019, Cyclone Idai made landfall at 19:00 hours on the 14th of March. Wind speeds between 119 and 153 KM/h were measured. Initial reports indicate loss of life, injuries and significant infrastructure damage. At least 21 deaths and more than 70 injuries have been reported in Sofala Province (OCHA, Flash Update No. 2). Reports from the Government of Mozambique’s National Institute of Disaster Management’s (INGC) indicate there has been substantial damage to houses and essential infrastructure, including schools, health facilities, bridges and roads. Electricity has been disrupted in areas that has been hardest hit since the storm made landfall and telephone and internet communications are down. The cyclone brought heavy rains with it that will impact a wider area as rivers will swell and are likely to cause flooding including in Manica and Sofala Provinces, likely increasing the total number of people in need.

In response to the Cyclone IDAI, the HCT approved a PSEA framework and protocol for Mozambique, with an operational PSEA network in Beira which UNICEF is the lead and the Co-chair. Under the technical guidance of the MCO Gender Specialist, The Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Coordinator will support the country office to roll out the HCT PSEA framework and lead the PSEA inter agency coordination efforts in Sofala. The Coordinator will be working closely with the National HCT Coordinator and the National level Co- chairs

Job organizational context: The Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Specialist will be based in Beira, Sofala province where the emergency response is coordinated, however the he/she will provide technical support to other provinces where UNICEF programmes are being implemented. The PSEA Specialist will have dual reporting line, he/she will have functional reporting line with the Emergency Coordinator based in Beira and Technical Reporting line with the MCO Gender Specialist Based in Maputo.

Within the context of the emergency response and the HCT PSEA framework, MCO has identified the following significant needs related to robust protection against sexual exploitation and abuse:

1. strengthening inter-agency PSEA capacity at the country level including improving the reporting and complaint mechanisms at the community level so that they are more child and survivor friendly;
2. strengthening capacity of UNICEF staff, partners and consultants;
3. institutionalizing PSEA mechanisms more solidly across sectors and within the organization.

To fulfill this commitment, the PSEA Specialist will implement UNICEF Mozambique Office's Action Plan on PSEA which focuses on enhancing UNICEF and partners' capacity to prevent and respond to SEA; supporting the country office in managing and coordinating SEA concerns and allegations, supporting partners to implement internal complaints and investigation procedures; support the implementation of community based complaints mechanism (CBCM); representing UNICEF in PSEA coordination forums including the Mozambique PSEA Network; together with C4D, and in liaison with the PSEA network, develop awareness raising materials for UNICEF office and partners:

Lead PSEA Network coordination meetings and documentation

Co-Chair and lead PSEA Network coordination meetings and events in Beira, as well as working with the PSEA Network in taking forward actions including;

1. Development of information sharing/messaging strategies on SEA across network members;
2. Development and implementation of a Community Based Complaints Mechanism on SEA;
3. Development of outreach and sensitization on SEA in the communities; training PSEA Focal Points and staff from humanitarian organizations
4. Responding to complaints that arise, and developing interagency responses to problems that become evident
5. Update share drive for office staff to access PSEA policy and guidance materials

Support Appropriate Reporting and response SEA allegations

1. Support and advise the Head of Office on the reporting of SEA allegations through the internal Notification Alert
2. Receive complaints and reports about alleged SEA (from staff, partners, community members and others)

Once a complaint is received:

1. Ensure that all information pertaining to complaints is handled and referred strictly in line with agreed protocols: the internal UNICEF Notification Alert and inter-agency information sharing procedure agreed with the PSEA Task Force
2. Ensure that information gathered on SEA allegation is verified and whistle-blowers and alleged victims are interviewed in line with the interviewing protocols
3. Immediately refer victims to appropriate service providers so that they receive the medical, psychosocial, legal and material support they may need
4. In coordination with the Child Protection Specialist, (Beira), ensure that child survivors of SEA access assistance and support
5. In coordination with the Child Protection Specialist, monitor the quality of assistance and follow up provided to survivors of SEA by UNICEF partners
6. Work with the Child Protection team to define the modality for monitoring the assistance provided to child SEA survivors by service providers (other than UNICEF implementing partners)

capacity building and system strengthening

Supporting Provisional teams to institutionalize PSEA efforts within their programmes, monitoring and facilities (e.g. HACT, Supply section, programme component teams, etc.) including support to operationalize reporting mechanisms and on adaptation of tools as needed

1. Review of existing internal reporting mechanisms to support MCO in strengthening its PSEA risk mitigation and complaints handling mechanism in line with UNICEF and international best practice standards.
2. Ensuring that PSEA workplan is operationalized at all levels and with all sectors, develop and disseminate IEC materials in all UNICEF-supported sites
3. Acting as back-up PSEA focal point for the Sofala and Manica Provinces
4. Supporting roll out of partner trainings on PSEA and Child Safeguarding and supporting development of internal capacity for further training within the partner organizations
5. Supporting partners to have PSEA policies and structures in place, aligned with international standards and UNICEF systems; consulting and following up with partners on codes of conduct and safeguarding policies (including beyond PSEA) and risk mitigation plans including technical review and support as required by partners
6. Provide technical support concerning appropriate prevention and risk mitigation strategies to advance survivor-centered, child-friendly complaint mechanism

The strategic and effective advocacy, planning and formulation of child safeguarding/protection programmes/projects and the achievement of sustainable results, contributes to the achievement of goals and objectives to create a protective environment for children against harm, all forms of violence and ensures their survival, development and well being in society. Achievements in child protection programmes and projects in turn contributes to maintaining and enhancing the credibility and ability of UNICEF to provide programme services for mothers and children that promotes greater social equality in the country.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

1. Education: An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: international development, human rights, psychology, sociology, international law, or another relevant social science field.
2. Experience: A minimum of 8 years of professional experience in design, implementation and management of protection or GBV programming and PSEA actions, preferably with the UN and/or international NGO. Experience working in humanitarian contexts. Familiarity with the latest development in PSEA, inter-agency PSEA responses and humanitarian cluster systems. Excellent communication skills. Proven ability to work independently under difficult conditions. Excellent facilitation, training, networking and advocacy skills. Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the organization.
3. Language Requirement: Fluency in English and Portuguese is required. Knowledge of another official UN language or local language of the duty station is considered as an asset.

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.

The competencies required for this post are….

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http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

Remarks:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

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=525304