NGO JOBS

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Montenegro
Closing date: 19 Feb 2014

UNICEF Montenegro is seeking offers for providing technical assistance for website and social media support.

Terms of Reference - Consultancy for web site and social media support

Montenegro

1. Background and Context

The overall goal of Country Programme 2012-2016 is to aid efforts by Montenegro to increase equity and ensure the inclusion of children and women who are in need of special protection, live in poverty or are socially marginalized.

The programme will contribute to the following key results by the end of 2016: (a) Montenegro addresses disparities and gaps in access to quality social services for excluded and vulnerable boys, girls and families in line with United Nations standards;(b) the country’s legal framework is harmonized with EU/United Nations standards, and policies relevant to child-focused governance and social inclusion of children are implemented and monitored; and (c) national and local authorities systematically apply the principles and standards of the Convention on the Rights of the Child and Copenhagen criteria (for membership in the EU) and facilitate independent monitoring.

The country programme comprises two mutually reinforcing components: child protection and social inclusion; and child rights, policies and planning. These reflect the need for continuity in supporting the Government and institutions to complete the child care system reform agenda and implement policies and strategies for children at central and local levels; securing investment in equitable inclusion and protection of the most vulnerable and marginalized groups; strengthening capacities in planning, child rights monitoring and budgeting; and implementing the framework for a sustainable legacy of child rights.

Communication for development is a key strategy. The participation of children and young people will strengthen the programme’s thrust in social inclusion, deinstitutionalization, HIV prevention, environmental sustainability, educational quality, minority rights, gender equality and prevention of violence, abuse and neglect.

UNICEF Montenegro website and Facebook page are important and the only online resources of information about the ongoing activities. Their revitalization, reconstruction and regular updating with photos, stories and videos is an important part of UNICEF Montenegro Communication Strategy for 2014. Moreover, UNICEF Montenegro website is made in the Red Dot Software and this country office is one of the pilots of the newest version of this software launched in 2011.

1. Purpose and Objective

The purpose of the consultancy is to provide technical assistance for website and social media support

Website and social media support

The Red Dot Software in which UNICEF Montenegro website is made is specifically made for UNICEF Country Offices and UNICEF Montenegro is one of the pilots of the newest version of this software launched in 2011. The consulting agency should have the necessary expertise on the Red Dot sofware in order to allow timely and effective updating and revitalizing of the website.

UNICEF Montenegro website and Facebook page are the only online and constantly updated resources of information about the ongoing activities. Therefore, their timely and effective updating with photos, stories and videos with support from the consulting agency is a significant part of UNICEF Montenegro external communication.

1. Methodology and Technical Approach

Website and social media support
One day (8 hours) per week, consulting agency will work on revitalizing and updating UNICEF Montenegro website and Facebook with new contents provided by UNICEF Montenegro. Consulting agency will also regularly upload the news and press releases from headquarters and RO to UNICEF MNE website and facebook page. In this way, the website and facebook page will be constantly updated with frequent changes on the front page.

1. Activities and Tasks

Every week update UNICEF Montenegro website and Facebook page with new contents received from UNICEF MNE, as well as with announcements/press releases from the headquarters and the regional office (December 31, 2014)

1. Deliverables and Timeframe

UNICEF Montenegro website and Facebook page regularly updated and made more user-friendly (December 31, 2014)

Duration: 10 months: March 1 – December 31, 2014

1. Management and Organisation

The consultant organization will be supervised by the Communication Officer.

1. Qualifications and Background

At least 3 years of professional experience in Red Dot software

• All applicants must submit proof of experience in the form of ‘best of’ portfolio on DVD;
• All applicants must submit lists of people working in required field, with short (up to one page) biography;

1. Budget and Remuneration

Item Budget
Web consultancy March - December 2014
Total

• Payment schedule
The funds will be paid upon successful completion of the deliverables and submission of invoices.

• Recourse
UNICEF reserves the right to withhold all or a portion of payment if performance is unsatisfactory, if work/outputs is incomplete, not delivered or for failure to meet deadlines.

How to apply:

Please submit supply profile form that can be found at our website www.unicef.org/montenegro, your offers with price lists and the other documents requested to the following email address before February 19, 2014 (16:30):

Email: podgorica@unicef.org

For more information visit: www.unicef.org/montengro

Any discount to UNICEF for these services will be taken into account when deciding the best offer.

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Montenegro
Closing date: 27 Sep 2013

UNITED NATIONS CHILDREN’S FUNDREQUIRES

International Consultancy

for the provision of Technical Assistance to the Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare in developing guide and conducting training for social workers on strengthening preventive work with juveniles at risk and implementation of the new Act on the treatment of juveniles in criminal proceedings (Justice for Children Project IPA 2011)

Minimum Requirements:

• Master degree preferably in Law, or alternatively in social sciences or other relevant field;• At least 10 years of experience and expertise in the area of social work, justice system legislative and policy reform;• Familiarity with the local context in Montenegro in particular with respect to the juvenile justice system reform and social sector system reform;• Knowledge of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and relevant international standards in the area of juvenile justice system;• Previous work experience with UNICEF will be considered as an advantage;• Excellent command of English language, whilst fluency in the local language is desirable (both spoken and written);• Strong advocacy and communication skills;• Excellent writing skills.• Ability to work in a team.

How to apply:

Terms of Reference for the position and P11 form can be found on the website www.unicef.org/montenegro or picked up at UNICEF Montenegro office.

If you are a dynamic person who would like to contribute to delivering of long-lasting, positive changes for Montenegro’s children, please apply with a CV, P11 form, financial offer and cover letter by email, mail or fax quoting the position “Developing guide and conducting training for social workers on strengthening preventive work with juveniles at risk and implementation of the new Act on the treatment of juveniles in criminal proceedings (Justice for Children Project IPA 2011)” to the following address:

UNICEF, Vladike Danila 28, 81 000 PodgoricaFax: +382 20 224 278Email: podgorica@unicef.org

Closing date for applications is September 27, 2013 by c.o.b. (16:30).Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Montenegro
Closing date: 27 Sep 2013

UNITED NATIONS CHILDREN’S FUNDREQUIRES

International Consultancy

for the provision of Technical Assistance to the Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare in developing guide and conducting training for social workers on strengthening preventive work with juveniles at risk and implementation of the new Act on the treatment of juveniles in criminal proceedings (Justice for Children Project IPA 2011)

Minimum Requirements:

• Master degree preferably in Law, or alternatively in social sciences or other relevant field;• At least 10 years of experience and expertise in the area of social work, justice system legislative and policy reform;• Familiarity with the local context in Montenegro in particular with respect to the juvenile justice system reform and social sector system reform;• Knowledge of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and relevant international standards in the area of juvenile justice system;• Previous work experience with UNICEF will be considered as an advantage;• Excellent command of English language, whilst fluency in the local language is desirable (both spoken and written);• Strong advocacy and communication skills;• Excellent writing skills.• Ability to work in a team.

How to apply:

Terms of Reference for the position and P11 form can be found on the website www.unicef.org/montenegro or picked up at UNICEF Montenegro office.

If you are a dynamic person who would like to contribute to delivering of long-lasting, positive changes for Montenegro’s children, please apply with a CV, P11 form, financial offer and cover letter by email, mail or fax quoting the position “Developing guide and conducting training for social workers on strengthening preventive work with juveniles at risk and implementation of the new Act on the treatment of juveniles in criminal proceedings (Justice for Children Project IPA 2011)” to the following address:

UNICEF, Vladike Danila 28, 81 000 PodgoricaFax: +382 20 224 278Email: podgorica@unicef.org

Closing date for applications is September 27, 2013 by c.o.b. (16:30).Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Montenegro
Closing date: 24 Sep 2013

Purpose and Objective

The main purpose of this consultancy is conducting of an in-depth analysis of the situation in the municipalities of Bijelo Polje and Pljevlja related to obstacles to early detection/intervention and inclusion of chidren with disabilities (CWD), with an aim of developing recommendations that could be disseminated nation-wide for providing quality care for CWD from an early age and achieving universal inclusion.

The consultancy engagement sets down the following objectives:

• Identifying the problems in ensuring early detection of disabilities and provision of adequate care and intervention.• Identifying the problems in ensuring that, if not earlier, disability is detected at school enrollment and an individual educational/development plan best suited to the needs of the child provided. • Identifying the bottlenecks in inter-sectoral cooperation at the level of local municipalities (education, health, social care)• Developing recommendations for overcoming the problems and obstacles ensuring the full and quality care and inclusion of CWD.

Activities and Tasks

The above mentioned objectives are to be achieved through the following activities::• Desk analysis of relevant strategic documents, legislation and regulations.• Development of the plan of site visits and meetings, and structured interviews with all respondents.• Stay in Bijelo Polje and Pljevlja for site visits and meetings.• Development of a draft situation analysis and recommendations.• Presentation of draft findings and recommendations at separate events in Bijelo Polje and Pljevlja.• Development of final situation analyis and recommendations.

Key Deliverables and Timeframe

The international consultant will be engaged for 22 days (3 day desk review, 1 day – development of the methodology and work plan, 2 x 3 days site visits, 2 day visits to line ministries, 5 days development of draft situation analysis and recommendations and 2 days presentation of findings, 3 days development of the final report and recommendations).

The consultant is expected to produce the following deliverables by the following tentative deadlines:• Desk review and work plan, by October 5, 2013,• Draft situation analysis and recommendations, by October 25, 2013
• Final situation analysis and recommendations, by October 30, 2013

Management and Organisation

Management: The consultant will be supervised by the UNICEF Programme Specialist.

Organization: One national or international consultant at NOC or P – 4 levels, respectively, are required for this consultancy.

The consultant’s fee may be reduced if the assignments/deliverables are not fulfilled to the required standard. In a case of serious dissatisfaction with the consultant’s performance the contract may be terminated in line with UNICEF procedure in such matters and as spelled out in the contract.

Schedule: This assignment will commence on October 1, 2013.

Qualifications/specialized knowledge/experience required to complete the task:

The consultants are expected to have the following qualifications/specialized knowledge/experience required to complete the task:

• University degree in social sciences or a relevant technical field; advanced university degree is an asset;• 5 - 7 years of work experience in the area of inclusive education/child care;• Experience in social/educational research;• Participation in international research related to inclusive education and systems of early detection&intervention• Experience in evaluation of inclusive education policies and practice as well as early childhood care,• Experience in developing policies, strategies and action plans related to inclusive education and early detection & support to CWD;• Excellent writing skills;• Strong communication skills. • Knowledge of the local language.

Methodology and Technical Approach

The consultant is expected to use the following methodology: desk review of relevant documentation, such as Strategy for Inclusive Education 2008 – 2012, Strategy for Early Childhood and Preschool Education 2012 – 2016, relevant legislation and regulations in relation to treatment of children with disabilities, etc. The consultant is expected to us the existing data collection mechanisms: site visits and consultations with local governments and relevant secretariats, centres for social care, health care centres, schools, day care centres, etc; meetings with line Ministries; consultations with parents associations and NGOs; prepare draft situation analysis and report with recommendations to be shared with all parties for comments before final versions are completed.

The consultant is expected to work both in the field and from home.

Further details related to methodology are outlined in the following section “Activities and Tasks”. Once engaged, the consultant is expected to present a tentative work plan with timeframe and deadlines for deliverables in greater detail.

How to apply:

If you have the background and commitment to take on these responsibilities and would like to join the UNICEF team, please apply with a CV, P11 form and covering letter which should include financial offer consisting of fee for the services to be provided, travel and subsistence costs, as applicable to:

UNICEF Podgorica Office, Vladike Danila 28 81000 PodgoricaOr via e-mail at: podgorica@unicef.org

P11 forms are available on request

U N I C E F I S A S M O K E F R E E E N V I R O N M E N T

Closing date for applications is 24 September 2013Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Montenegro
Closing date: 15 Sep 2013

UNITED NATIONS CHILDREN’S FUND is seeking applications from an experienced research institute OR 1 international and 3 national consultants: to conduct Study on Investing in Early Childhood Education in Montenegro.

Qualification or Specialized Knowledge/Experience and competencies required for the research team or individual consultants:

International Education expert:

Advanced Degree in Social Sciences/Education
Thorough understanding of the issues related to preschool education sector, relevant strategies and policies guiding preschool education planning
Technical competence and experience in development cooperation or development planning, research in social policy
Previous experience of working with UNICEF, preferably in the CEE/CIS region would be a strong asset
Teamwork abilities
Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
Proficiency in English, local language(s) is an asset

Local Education Expert
University or Advanced Degree in Social Sciences/Education
Thorough understanding of the issues related to preschool education sector, relevant strategies and policies guiding preschool education planning in Montenegro
Previous experience of working with UNICEF, preferably in the CEE/CIS region would be a strong asset
Teamwork abilities
Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
Proficiency in English is an asset

Data analysis expert
University degree in social science, economics/finance
Technical competence and experience in development cooperation or development planning, research in social policy and public expenditures analysis;
Extensive expertise in carrying out analysis of the costs of education programs, affordability, cost-effectiveness, and cost/benefit studies
Strong report writing and analytical skills
Teamwork abilities
Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
Proficiency in English, local language(s) is an asset
Previous experience of working with UNICEF, preferably in the CEE/CIS region would be a strong asset
Technical competence and experience of research in social policy and public expenditures analysis
Involvement in policy development, research and analysis related to preschool education
Teamwork abilities
Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
Proficiency in English , local language(s) required

Data collection expert
Technical competence and experience in development cooperation or development planning, research in social policy and public expenditures analysis;
Technical competence and experience of research in social policy and public expenditures analysis
Extensive experience in data collection (of primary and secondary data)
Extensive experience in statistical analysis and report writing
Teamwork abilities
Proficiency in English , local language(s) required

How to apply:

If you have the background and commitment to take on these responsibilities and would like to join the UNICEF team, please apply with a Supplier Profile Form (for research institute) or a CV, P11 form and covering letter (for consultants) which should include financial offer consisting of fee for the services to be provided, travel and subsistence costs, as applicable to:

UNICEF Podgorica Office, Vladike Danila 28 81000 Podgorica
Or via e-mail at: podgorica@unicef.org

Supplier Profile Form and P11 forms are available on request