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United States of America: Consultancy to Coordinate UNICEF’s Participation at AIDS 2014-Melbourne

Posted by bagus java Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Country: United States of America
Closing date: 30 Apr 2014

Terms of Reference

Consultant to Coordinate UNICEF’s Participation at AIDS 2014-Melbourne

1. Introduction

The International Conference on HIV/AIDS will be held in Melbourne, Australia, 20-25 July 2014. The conference theme “Stepping up the Pace” recognizes that we are at a critical time and we need to capture the optimism that has recently emerged and build on it to ensure that HIV remains on top of the global agenda. The pace needs to further increase to ultimately reverse the trajectory of the epidemic. Stepping up the Pace reminds us that we have to energize and revitalize our efforts to increase investments, collaborative research and political commitment. This can be done through controlled and coordinated action, including significant programme scale-up in resource-limited settings, commitment to evidence-based interventions, and more effective and intensive interventions in “hotspots” where Key Affected Populations (KAPs) are being left behind. Crucially there is the need to involve KAPs and address the stigma and discrimination which they face, including punitive government policies.

UNICEF has a significant stake in AIDS 2014. For the first time, UNICEF is partnering with the conference organizers – the International AIDS Society (IAS) - to support youth participation at the conference through the IAS’s Youth Scholarship Programme. An important part of the advocacy that UNICEF will engage in at AIDS 2014 relates to adolescents. A series of strategic events and presentations that reflects the work on HIV/AIDS and adolescents will be conducted as part of the formal programme as well as side events. To support the preparations for AIDS 2014, UNICEF HQ and the Australian National Committee for UNICEF will employ a consultant for the duration of three (3) months. UNICEF HQ has agreed to provide funding for this purpose.

2. Objective/Justification

A consultant is needed to assist with the preparation and coordination of UNICEF’s conference participation. The primary objective of the consultancy is to facilitate the participation of UNICEF staff in pre-conference and conference activities, including, but not limited to, the Global Partner’s Forum, UNICEF-led plenary, UNICEF satellites and other similar events, UNICEF-led workshops and sessions, among others. Support will be for logistics and for documenting UNICEF’s activities at the conference. A special focus will be on the youth scholarships, including the youth program and global village activities, to which UNICEF is directly contributing.

3. Responsibilities

3.1 In close collaboration and under the guidance of the UNICEF HQ team, liaise with the conference organizers and coordinate the participation of UNICEF delegation at the main pre-Conference Meetings and the main Conference. Main responsibilities include:

Acting as focal point for UNICEF for all logistical support, including – but not limited to keeping track of arrival and departure schedules of participants; act as liaison between the hotel and UNICEF delegation; coordinate daily UNICEF meetings; update daily schedules of VIPs, arrange for distribution of conference materials, including badges; provide delegation with necessary documentation, and supporting media events
Acting as focal point for UNICEF on all participation of young people who receive scholarships to the conference. This includes liaising with the IAS, and supporting young people who receive scholarships generally, as well as linking them into the youth program, the global village, the formal conference program and other side events and activities to raise the profile of young people at the conference
Support HQ with the UNAIDS joint Booth preparations and running (including - but not limited to finding volunteers to man the Booth; act as the link with UNAIDS publications focal point to stock Booth with material; prepare terms of reference (ToR) for volunteers; manage general Booth proceedings)
Handle UNICEF HQ’s preparations of pre-conference meetings. Preparations will include - but are not limited to coordination of logistics; updating agendas; coordination of available UNICEF materials at the meeting sites
Provide practical support to the UNICEF delegation on their activities in the Global Village (including - but not limited to updating events’ schedules; guarantee the availability of UNICEF documentation at the site; oversee UNICEF branding of the booth in the Global Village).
Manage UNICEF participation at specific satellite events (including - but not limited to UNICEF branding and availability of UNICEF documentation at meeting rooms; escort VIPs; update and print agendas)

3.2 Perform any other duties related to conference coordination as may be assigned by UNICEF staff overseeing conference organization.

3.3.Write a report on the week’s activities outlining lessons learned and best practice on UNICEFs’ engagement at the Conference.

4. Deliverable Outcomes

Logistics for the UNICEF led sessions and events before and during the conference effectively implemented (venue, equipment, translation facilities, links with the media etc.)
Logistics for young people who receive scholarships, as well as UNICEF participants (travel, accommodation) facilitated in collaboration with the Australian National Committee for UNICEF.
Facilitated regular meeting of UNICEF staff during the conference (morning meetings to discuss the daily outcomes of the conference).
Successful pre-conference events for UNICEF.
Regular monthly reports to UNICEF during the preparation for AIDS 2014.
Final report on the outcomes of the conference including the pre-conference with respect to the organizational HIV/AIDS priorities.

5. Qualifications

University degree in communications, event management, marketing and public relations or related fields
At least two years’ experience of relevant professional work in the planning and management of social development programmes, with practical experience in the adaptation and application of planning processes to specific project activities.
Experience in working with and facilitating meetings with global audiences in HIV and AIDS related areas
Ability to coordinate and network with partners
Good communication and writing skills
Relevant computer skills
Native in English (spoken and written). Other UN languages are an advantage

6.Duration:From 15 May to 15 August. For a maximum of 40 days.

7.Work Station:UNICEF Australia, Melbourne.

8. How to Apply

Deadline for submissions: 30 April 2014

Qualified candidates are requested to send their submissions to with subject line: Consultancy to Coordinate UNICEF’s Participation at AIDS 2014-Melbourne

Applications must include:

• Cover letter

• Maximum 3-page curriculum vitae (CV);

• Signed P11 form (which can be downloaded fromhttp://www.unicef.org/about/employ/index_53129.html)

· An indication of ability, availability and a quote for daily rate to undertake the terms of reference above, (in US$). Applications submitted without a daily rate will not be considered.

NOTE: Files should not exceed 5.0MB limit. It is advised to send two emails if you exceed the limit.

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General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants / Individual Contractors

Legal Status

The individual engaged by UNICEF under this contract as a consultant or individual contractors (the “Contractor”) is engaged in a personal capacity and not as representatives of a Government or of any other entity external to the United Nations. The Contractor is neither a "staff member" under the Staff Regulations of the United Nations and UNICEF policies and procedures nor an "official" for the purpose of the Convention on the Privileges and Immunities of the United Nations, 1946. The Contractor may, however, be afforded the status of "Experts on Mission" in the sense of Section 22 of Article VI of the Convention and the Contractor is required by UNICEF to travel in order to fulfill the requirements of this contract, the Contractor may be issued a United Nations Certificate in accordance with Section 26 of Article VII of the Convention.

Obligations

The Contractor shall complete the assignment set out in the Terms of Reference for this contract with due diligence, efficiency and economy, in accordance with generally accepted professional techniques and practices.

The Contractor must respect the impartiality and independence of UNICEF and the United Nations and in connection with this contract must neither seek nor accept instructions from anyone other than UNICEF. During the term of this contract the Contractor must refrain from any conduct that would adversely reflect on UNICEF or the United Nations and must not engage in any activity that is incompatible with the administrative instructions and policies and procedures of UNICEF. The Contractor must exercise the utmost discretion in all matters relating to this contract.

In particular, but without limiting the foregoing, the Contractor (a) will conduct him- or herself in a manner consistent with the Standards of Conduct in the International Civil Service; and (b) will comply with the administrative instructions and policies and procedures of UNICE relating to fraud and corruption; information disclosure; use of electronic communication assets; harassment, sexual harassment and abuse of authority; and the requirements set forth in the Secretary General's Bulletin on Special Measures for Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Sexual Abuse.

Unless otherwise authorized by the appropriate official in the office concerned, the Contractor must not communicate at any time to the media or to any institution, person, Government or other entity external to UNICEF any information that has not been made public and which has become known to the Contractor by reason of his or her association with UNICEF or the United Nations. The Contractor may not use such information without the written authorization of UNICEF, and shall under no circumstances use such information for his or her private advantage or that of others. These obligations do not lapse upon termination of this contact.

Title rights

UNICEF shall be entitled to all property rights, including but not limited to patents, copyrights and trademarks, with regard to material created by the Contractor which bears a direct relation to, or is made in order to perform, this contract. At the request of UNICEF, the Contractor shall assist in securing such property rights and transferring them to UNICEF in compliance with the requirements of the law governing such rights.

Travel

(a) UNICEF will pay for travel in economy class via the most direct and economical route; provided however that in exceptional circumstances, such as for medical reasons, travel in business class may be approved by UNICEF on a case-by-case basis.

(b) UNICEF will reimburse the Contractor for out-of-pocket expenses associated with such travel by paying an amount equivalent to the daily subsistence allowance that would be paid to staff members undertaking similar travel for official purposes.

Statement of good health

Before commencing work, the Contractor must deliver to UNICEF a certified self-statement of good health and to take full responsibility for the accuracy of that statement. In addition, the Contractor must include in this statement of good health (a) confirmation that he or she has been informed regarding inoculations required for him or her to receive, at his or her own cost and from his or her own medical practitioner or other party, for travel to the country or countries to which travel is authorized; and (b) a statement he or she is covered by medical/health insurance and that, if required to travel beyond commuting distance from his or her usual place or residence to UNICEF (other than to duty station(s) with hardship ratings “H” and “A”, a list of which has been provided to the Contractor) the Contractor’s medical/health insurance covers medical evacuations. The Contractor will be responsible for assuming all costs that may be occurred in relation to the statement of good health.

Insurance

The Contractor is fully responsible for arranging, at his or her own expense, such life, health and other forms of insurance covering the term of this contract as he or she considers appropriate taking into account, among other things, the requirements of paragraph 5 above. The Contractor is not eligible to participate in the life or health insurance schemes available to UNICEF and United Nations staff members. The responsibility of UNICEF and the United Nations is limited solely to the payment of compensation under the conditions described in paragraph 7 below.

Service incurred death, injury or illness

If the Contractor is travelling with UNICEF’s prior approval and at UNICEF's expense in order to perform his or her obligations under this contract, or is performing his or her obligations under this contract in a UNICEF or United Nations office with UNICEF’s approval, the Contractor (or his or her dependents as appropriate), shall be entitled to compensation from UNICEF in the event of death, injury or illness attributable to the fact that the Contractor was travelling with UNICEF’s prior approval and at UNICEF's expense in order to perform his or her obligations under this contractor, or was performing his or her obligations under this contract in a UNICEF or United Nations office with UNICEF’s approval. Such compensation will be paid through a third party insurance provider retained by UNICEF and shall be capped at the amounts set out in the Administrative Instruction on Individual Consultants and Contractors. Under no circumstances will UNICEF be liable for any other or greater payments to the Contractor (or his or her dependents as appropriate).

Arbitration

(a) Any dispute arising out of or, in connection with, this contract shall be resolved through amicable negotiation between the parties.

(b) If the parties are not able to reach agreement after attempting amicable negotiation for a period of thirty (30) days after one party has notified the other of such a dispute, either party may submit the matter to arbitration in accordance with the UNCITRAL procedures within fifteen (15) days thereafter. If neither party submits the matter for arbitration within the specified time the dispute will be deemed resolved to the full satisfaction of both parties. Such arbitration shall take place in New York before a single arbitrator agreed to by both parties; provided however that should the parties be unable to agree on a single arbitrator within thirty days of the request for arbitration, the arbitrator shall be designated by the United Nations Legal Counsel. The decision rendered in the arbitration shall constitute final adjudication of the dispute.

Penalties for Underperformance

Payment of fees to the Contractor under this contractor, including each installment or periodic payment (if any), is subject to the Contractor’s full and complete performance of his or her obligations under this contract with regard to such payment to UNICEF’s satisfaction, and UNICEF’s certification to that effect.

Termination of Contract

This contract may be terminated by either party before its specified termination date by giving notice in writing to the other party. The period of notice shall be five (5) business days (in the UNICEF office engaging the Contractor) in the case of contracts for a total period of less than two (2) months and ten (10) business days (in the UNICEF office engaging the Contractor) in the case of contracts for a longer period; provided however that in the event of termination on the grounds of impropriety or other misconduct by the Contractor (including but not limited to breach by the Contractor of relevant UNICEF policies, procedures, and administrative instructions), UNICEF shall be entitled to terminate the contract without notice. If this contract is terminated in accordance with this paragraph 10, the Contractor shall be paid on a pro rata basis determined by UNICEF for the actual amount of work performed to UNICEF’s satisfaction at the time of termination. UNICEF will also pay any outstanding reimbursement claims related to travel by the Contractor. Any additional costs incurred by UNICEF resulting from the termination of the contract by either party may be withheld from any amount otherwise due to the Contractor under this paragraph 10.

Taxation

UNICEF and the United Nations accept no liability for any taxes, duty or other contribution payable by the consultant and individual contractor on payments made under this contract. Neither UNICEF nor the United Nations will issue a statement of earnings to the consultant and individual contractor

How to apply:

Deadline for submissions: 30 April 2014

Qualified candidates are requested to send their submissions to with subject line: Consultancy to Coordinate UNICEF’s Participation at AIDS 2014-Melbourne

Applications must include:

• Cover letter

• Maximum 3-page curriculum vitae (CV);

• Signed P11 form (which can be downloaded fromhttp://www.unicef.org/about/employ/index_53129.html)

· An indication of ability, availability and a quote for daily rate to undertake the terms of reference above, (in US$). Applications submitted without a daily rate will not be considered.

NOTE: Files should not exceed 5.0MB limit. It is advised to send two emails if you exceed the limit.

United States of America: Consultancy – Report on global partners in nutrition

Posted by bagus java Saturday, April 26, 2014

Country: United States of America
Closing date: 30 Apr 2014

ANNEX I – STATEMENT OF WORK AND TERMS OF REFERENCE

1. INTRODUCTION OF THE SECTION

UNICEF’s Nutrition Section works towards improving child nutrition within the framework of the Convention on the Rights of the Child and other policy instruments through facilitating collaborative efforts in advocacy, policy and programming, capacity building, and monitoring and information dissemination, with particular attention to the most vulnerable.

2. BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Deficiencies in micronutrients such as iron, iodine, vitamin A, folate and zinc can have devastating consequences. At least half of children worldwide ages 6 months to 5 years suffer from one or more micronutrient deficiency, and globally more than 2 billion people are affected. Existing effective micronutrient interventions available to reduce the morbidity and mortality linked to chronic undernutrition, to foster optimal growth and development, and to improve nutritional status in populations, particularly in the most vulnerable groups, are being implemented or planned at different scales in many countries globally.

UNICEF has been working with CDC’s International Micronutrient Malnutrition Prevention and Control Program (IMMPaCt) for more than 10 years. The particular focus of this partnership over the years has been to reduce the global burden of micronutrient deficiencies in children and pregnant women through the strengthening of global micronutrient interventions, development of guidelines and frameworks, monitoring and evaluation and surveillance systems, and increasing capacity at national and regional levels. Together IMMPaCt and UNICEF support, develop, and disseminate guidelines and frameworks on interventions that affect maternal and child under nutrition outcomes, specifically those related to micronutrient deficiencies, as they are necessary to increase access and coverage of key programs. Additionally, there is a need to develop replicable models for program monitoring and evaluation, surveillance and assessments to improve programs and facilitate scale up. Key global events and networks that this partnership has supported and shaped include the Global Alliance for Vitamin A (GAVA), the Iodine Network (ICCIDD), and the Flour Fortification Initiative (FFI). Additionally, the provision of integral technical support to numerous successful in-country projects has been a particular strength of the partnership, including technical support for the implementation of micronutrient surveys, technical assistance and capacity building for the implementation and monitoring of home fortification and salt iodization programmes.

3. PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES & SCOPE OF WORK

Describe the “ultimate” purpose of the services being requested. Elaborate on the scope of work required.

Document the 10+ year collaboration between IMMPaCt and UNICEF by telling the story of the partnership and describing key achievements, successful strategies, and lessons learned. The objective is to produce an attractive, easy to read report that documents the experiences of this partnership to be shared within UNICEF and CDC, as well as among other global partners in nutrition, to illustrate how a successful interagency partnership can be forged.

4. SCOPE OF WORK

Conduct key informant interviews both at UNICEF and CDC HQs and with program countries, review project overviews and other documents, gather stories from the field, and compile any other information available, to produce a report documenting the partnership between IMMPaCt and UNICEF over the years. The report should be interesting to read, and highlight key successes of the collaboration, but also lessons learned. The report should also include case studies bringing in the country perspective.

5. UNICEF RESPONSIBILITIES

Describe the support that will be provided to the selected service provider during the contract period; i.e. liaise with country offices and ensure staff are available for joint work.

This position will be supervised by the M&E officer in the nutrition section. Frequent conversations with the IMMPaCt Team at CDC will be necessary, either by phone or video-conference. Some liaising with country-offices will also be part of the documentation. The consultant will be required to reach out to key informants who might have left the organisation or changed duty-stations.

6. EXPECTED DELIVERABLES AND TIME LINE

Describe the results that need to be achieved through the proposed contract by listing the deliverables/final outputs that are expected from this work including the time line when these need to be completed.Output Deliverable by 1 report July 2014

7. KEY SKILLS, TECHNICAL BACKGROUND, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Good understanding of nutrition, in particular Micronutrients issues, is required.

• Excellent communications skills (oral and written) are a requirement

• Previous experience in writing up lessons learned is a benefit.

• Language competences: Proficiency in English is required.

8.DURATION:35 days between 1st May 2014 – 14th July 2014

How to apply

Deadline for submissions: 30 April 2014

Qualified candidates are requested to send their submissions to with subject line: Consultancy – Report on global partners in nutrition.Applications must include:

• Cover letter

• Maximum 3-page curriculum vitae (CV);

• A sample of any written report that displays research, synthesis and analytical skills;

• Signed P11 form (which can be downloaded fromhttp://www.unicef.org/about/employ/index_53129.html)

· An indication of ability, availability and a quote for daily rate to undertake the terms of reference above, (in US$). Applications submitted without a daily rate will not be considered.

NOTE: Files should not exceed 5.0MB limit. It is advised to send two emails if you exceed the limit.

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General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants / Individual Contractors

Legal Status

Obligations

Title rights

Travel

Statement of good health

Insurance

Service incurred death, injury or illness

Arbitration

(a) Any dispute arising out of or, in connection with, this contract shall be resolved through amicable negotiation between the parties.

Penalties for Underperformance

Termination of Contract

Taxation

How to apply:

How to apply

Deadline for submissions: 30 April 2014

Qualified candidates are requested to send their submissions to with subject line: Consultancy – Report on global partners in nutrition.Applications must include:

• Cover letter

• Maximum 3-page curriculum vitae (CV);

• A sample of any written report that displays research, synthesis and analytical skills;

• Signed P11 form (which can be downloaded fromhttp://www.unicef.org/about/employ/index_53129.html)

· An indication of ability, availability and a quote for daily rate to undertake the terms of reference above, (in US$). Applications submitted without a daily rate will not be considered.

NOTE: Files should not exceed 5.0MB limit. It is advised to send two emails if you exceed the limit.

South Sudan: Hygiene Promotion and Public Health Coordinator - Consultancy

Posted by bagus java

Organization: International Organization for Migration
Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 02 May 2014

I. Position InformationPosition title

Position grade

Duty station Hygiene Promotion and Public Health CoordinatorConsultant

Malakal, South SudanJob family:

Organizational unit: Migration Health

MHU Unit Reporting directly to Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH )Coordinator and Migration Health Officer Overall supervision by Chief of Mission

II. Organizational Context and ScopeUnder the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission for South Sudan in Juba, and the guidance of the WASH Coordinator and Migration Health Officerin Juba, the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for oversight, coordination and implementation of IOM’s emergency hygiene and health promotion activities in Upper Nile State. III. Responsibilities and Accountabilities 1. Develop an overall behaviour change strategy for integration of hygiene and health promotion activities for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) within the Protection of Civilians (POC) areas as well as outside of the POC.

Design and lead the implementation of results-oriented interventions based on the approved overall strategy. Interventions may include, but are not limited to, awareness raising events, communication and messaging as well as training of staff and volunteers on good public health practices.
Establish a system to monitor activities and analyse the interventions progress, specifically aimed at increasing effectiveness of hygiene interventions for better public health outcomes. This should include recommending specific actions for improvement.
Provide direct oversight to health and hygiene promotion operations in the field including, staff supervision (community mobilisers, outreach workers and the network of house to house volunteers) and direct implementation. This may also include field level coordination of mobilisation activities such as mass and routine immunization campaigns (i.e. Oral Cholera Vaccination Campaign) as well as procurement of culturally and linguistically appropriate IEC materials for distribution.
Oversee IOM health activities in the clinic in the absence of the Health Team Leader.
Supervise periodic training for staff to ensure the quality of messages and full coverage of the population.
Liaise with WASH and Health IOM and Cluster focal points to ensure coordination and integration of key messages such as malaria prevention, Gender Based Violence (GBV) prevention/other protection messages as necessary, good health seeking behaviour.
Establish or strengthen partnerships with other clusters or agencies, where appropriate, to create synergies for raising awareness on the importance of good hygiene practices for health.
Report weekly to Health and WASH Coordinators in Juba on results of interventions and activities as assist in midterm and final reports for donors.
Represent IOM at health and other cluster related meetings, actively liaising and coordinating with national and international health and development assistance authorities, agencies or organizations regarding strategic planning on health matters.
Undertake field assessments in IOM areas of work on as needed basis.
Perform such other duties as may be assigned. IV. Competencies The incumbent is expected to demonstrate the following technical and behavioural competencies Behavioural a)takes responsibility and manages constructive criticism; b) works effectively with all clients and stakeholders; c) promotes continuous learning; communicates clearly; d)takes initiative and drives high levels of performance management; e) plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility; f) displays mastery of subject matter; g) contributes to a collegial team environment; h) creates a respectful office environment free of harassment and retaliation and promotes the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA); i) incorporates gender-related needs, perspectives, and concerns, and promotes equal gender participation; j) displays awareness of relevant technological solutions; k) works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs of IOM. l)Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds. Technical * effectively applies knowledge of health issues in execution of responsibilities at appropriate level
maintains confidentiality and discretion in appropriate areas delivers on set objectives in hardship situations;
effectively coordinates actions withother implementing partners;
Works effectively with local authorities, stakeholders, beneficiaries and the broader community to advance country office or regional objectives.
ability to supervise, direct, coach and mentor staff
drive for results and effective resource management skills

****Emergency and Crisis****

a) works effectively in high-pressure, rapidly changing environments; b) coordinates actions with emergency response actors and making use of coordination structures; c)supports adequate levels of information sharing between internal units, cluster partners, IOM and other emergency response actors; d) establishes and maintains effective relationships with implementing partners; e) makes correct decisions rapidly based on available information. e) Ability to work under extreme pressure in difficult conditions while maintaining security awareness. g) Understanding of complex social-political environments.

V. Education and Experiencea) completed advanced university degree in public health, with extensive experience in Community and/ or Public Health; b) ) Two years of relevant professional experience (or four years for candidates with a first level university degree) of operational and field experience in displacement health-related issues and in programme development; experience in WASH, including conceptualisation, analysis and implementation of programme; c) knowledge of structures and functions of national and international health agencies, donors and organizations; d) familiarity with the WASH and health sectors in the African Region an advantage. e) Demonstrated ability to supervise and direct staff and create team oriented environment; strong level of analytical skills and computer literacy.

VI. LanguagesRequired English. Fluent Advantageous Knowledge of local language an advantage.

How to apply:

Interested candidates are required to submit a letter of motivation and curriculum vitae with the position title indicated on the subject line. E-mail: vss@iom.int

Democratic Republic of the Congo: Consultancy: Program Manager for Mining Governance

Posted by bagus java

Organization: Carter Center
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Closing date: 23 May 2014

Summary

The Carter Center is guided by a fundamental commitment to human rights and the alleviation of human suffering; it seeks to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhance freedom and democracy, and improve health.

Over the past six years, the Center has worked to improve transparency and accountability in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) industrial mining sector in partnership with both international institutions and leading local civil society organizations. The current phase of the Mining Governance Program focuses on building local actors’ capacity to advocate for mining sector transparency, make information more accessible to a broader audience, and analyze this information to ensure that mining provides greater benefits to the Congolese people both locally and nationally.

The Center is seeking a Program Manager to oversee all operations in its Lubumbashi satellite office. This independent contract position is a non-family post and requires relocation to Lubumbashi, DRC for an initial 12-month assignment with the potential of a 12-month extension. The position requires deployment to Lubumbashi beginning in June 2014.

Qualifications

At least five years of professional experience managing field office activities, preferably related to mining governance, human rights, capacity-building, civil society strengthening or advocacy.
Advanced French and fluency in English required.
Competence in managing budgets, forecasts, and complex project work plans and timelines required.
Strong collaborative problem solving skills, a high level of personal energy, positive attitude and ability to work in a team setting are essential.
Strong writing and communication skills and facility with computer applications required.
Experience living/working in the Democratic Republic of Congo or the region preferred.
Individual should be detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to work under pressure and tight deadlines.

Primary Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Kinshasa-based Field Office Director (FOD) and the Assistant Director in Atlanta, the primary responsibilities of the Program Manager will include:

Represent the Mining Governance Program in the field in close coordination with the Senior Technical Advisor.
Supervise 10-12 national staff and 3-4 expatriate consultants. Oversee daily operations of the field office in accordance with the Center’s procedures, including financial management and reporting, procurement, recruitment, staff professional development, policies and procedures training, and other administrative and logistical tasks.
Coordinate implementation of a complex program comprised of several project components from multiple donors, including managing expenditures and forecasts, monitoring work plans and timelines, and ensuring grant compliance.
Assist technical staff and local civil society partners in planning and implementing sub-projects. Manage a portfolio of at least 12 sub-grants to partners in Kinshasa, Katanga, Province Orientale and South Kivu. Ensure timely activity implementation and accurate financial reporting. Maintain sub-grant files in compliance with the Center’s policies and procedures.
Provide weekly reports and oral briefings to the FOD and Atlanta staff on project activities and results, mining sector trends and developments, and other key programmatic or operational issues.
Ensure effective and timely coordination and communication between the field office teams, local civil society partners, and headquarters staff.
Carry out other project-related tasks as may be required and assigned.

How to apply:

Interested applicants should send cover letter, resume and salary information by email to: tccjobsindrc@gmail.com. Please note “Program Manager for Mining Governance” in the subject line. No phone inquiries, please. Due to the large volume of applicants, only those candidates selected for additional consideration will be notified by the Center.

****Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until May 23, 2014; incoming applications will be reviewed as they come in and candidates may be contacted before the deadline.****

United States of America: Consultancy, Writer for Annual Reports

Posted by bagus java

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 04 Feb 2014

Terms of Reference

Consultancy, Writer for Annual ReportsUNICEF Division of Policy and Strategy

Background:

Coordinating the development of the Executive Director’s Annual report and facilitating the “One Coordinated Process” for corporate reporting (that includes Executive Director’s Annual Report to the Executive Board, public Annual Report, Thematic reports and UNICEF annual report on Regular Resources) will be a time-consuming task. There are currently two vacant posts in the responsible unit (under recruitment) that would normally play this role. Additional capacity is therefore required to assist in supporting the Chief of the unit in coordinating the various processes, follow-up on missing inputs and to support the drafting/editing of documents as required.

Purpose:

The purpose of this consultancy would be to support the Chief of Strategic Planning in the Division of Policy and Strategy within UNICEF with managing the process of development and finalisation of annual reports in the public domain with various editors including the following: 1) the annual reports for Country Offices; 2) annual reports for Regional/Headquarter Divisions and 3) and the process of drafting Executive Director’s Annual Report.

The consultancy will also support the new “one coordinated process” for corporate reporting which includes other external reports as well (including thematic reports, RR Annual Report and others). The focus of this consultancy is to follow-up with various stakeholders to receive inputs that are required and seek clarification as/when required, under the leadership of Chief, Strategic Planning and the Deputy Director, DPS. The consultancy will also involve drafting/editing inputs as/when required.

Expected Results:

The expected results of this consultancy will be a well-coordinated process of developing various annual reports (CO, RO and EDAR) resulting in high quality annual report documentation in a timely manner. Specifically, the consultant will compile inputs from various sources and colleagues, manage the review and light edit of various annual reports for posting on the public domain and draft, copy-edit and fact-check documents as required. The work will include following-up with colleagues (by phone, skype, or email, as required) to gather relevant information to complete the documents as required. This will include attending meetings and producing reports/minutes from these meetings.

Start date: February 2014 End date: 30th April 2014
Timeframe: 3 months

Deliverables Deadline Estimated DaysDraft Executive Director’s Annual Report with inputs from all relevant sections and divisions

Final CO annual reports, RO annual reports and EDAR for posting on public domain 15th March

30th April 51 working days Total 51 working days

Duty Station:

The consultant should be based in New York.Flexible working arrangements working remotely and reporting to New York HQ office when required (possibly 2 days/week)

Key competences, technical background, and experience required:

• Advanced University degree in public policy, economics, organizational management, politics, development studies or related discipline.• 5-8 years of experience in related field• Excellent communication and writing skills• Strong analytical and meticulous organizational skills• Strong ability to work with people across the organization• Experience working with UN agencies and in similar roles an asset

General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants / Individual Contractors

Legal StatusThe individual engaged by UNICEF under this contract as a consultant or individual contractors (the “Contractor”) is engaged in a personal capacity and not as representatives of a Government or of any other entity external to the United Nations. The Contractor is neither a "staff member" under the Staff Regulations of the United Nations and UNICEF policies and procedures nor an "official" for the purpose of the Convention on the Privileges and Immunities of the United Nations, 1946. The Contractor may, however, be afforded the status of "Experts on Mission" in the sense of Section 22 of Article VI of the Convention and the Contractor is required by UNICEF to travel in order to fulfill the requirements of this contract, the Contractor may be issued a United Nations Certificate in accordance with Section 26 of Article VII of the Convention.
ObligationsThe Contractor shall complete the assignment set out in the Terms of Reference for this contract with due diligence, efficiency and economy, in accordance with generally accepted professional techniques and practices.

Title rights

Travel

If UNICEF determines that the Contractor needs to travel in order to perform this contract, that travel shall be specified in the contract and the Contractor’s travel costs shall be set out in the contract, on the following basis: (a) UNICEF will pay for travel in economy class via the most direct and economical route; provided however that in exceptional circumstances, such as for medical reasons, travel in business class may be approved by UNICEF on a case-by-case basis.
(b) UNICEF will reimburse the Contractor for out-of-pocket expenses associated with such travel by paying an amount equivalent to the daily subsistence allowance that would be paid to staff members undertaking similar travel for official purposes.

Statement of good healthBefore commencing work, the Contractor must deliver to UNICEF a certified self-statement of good health and to take full responsibility for the accuracy of that statement. In addition, the Contractor must include in this statement of good health (a) confirmation that he or she has been informed regarding inoculations required for him or her to receive, at his or her own cost and from his or her own medical practitioner or other party, for travel to the country or countries to which travel is authorized; and (b) a statement he or she is covered by medical/health insurance and that, if required to travel beyond commuting distance from his or her usual place or residence to UNICEF (other than to duty station(s) with hardship ratings “H” and “A”, a list of which has been provided to the Contractor) the Contractor’s medical/health insurance covers medical evacuations. The Contractor will be responsible for assuming all costs that may be occurred in relation to the statement of good health.
InsuranceThe Contractor is fully responsible for arranging, at his or her own expense, such life, health and other forms of insurance covering the term of this contract as he or she considers appropriate taking into account, among other things, the requirements of paragraph 5 above. The Contractor is not eligible to participate in the life or health insurance schemes available to UNICEF and United Nations staff members. The responsibility of UNICEF and the United Nations is limited solely to the payment of compensation under the conditions described in paragraph 7 below.
Service incurred death, injury or illness If the Contractor is travelling with UNICEF’s prior approval and at UNICEF's expense in order to perform his or her obligations under this contract, or is performing his or her obligations under this contract in a UNICEF or United Nations office with UNICEF’s approval, the Contractor (or his or her dependents as appropriate), shall be entitled to compensation from UNICEF in the event of death, injury or illness attributable to the fact that the Contractor was travelling with UNICEF’s prior approval and at UNICEF's expense in order to perform his or her obligations under this contractor, or was performing his or her obligations under this contract in a UNICEF or United Nations office with UNICEF’s approval. Such compensation will be paid through a third party insurance provider retained by UNICEF and shall be capped at the amounts set out in the Administrative Instruction on Individual Consultants and Contractors. Under no circumstances will UNICEF be liable for any other or greater payments to the Contractor (or his or her dependents as appropriate).
Arbitration(a) Any dispute arising out of or, in connection with, this contract shall be resolved through amicable negotiation between the parties.
(b) If the parties are not able to reach agreement after attempting amicable negotiation for a period of thirty (30) days after one party has notified the other of such a dispute, either party may submit the matter to arbitration in accordance with the UNCITRAL procedures within fifteen (15) days thereafter. If neither party submits the matter for arbitration within the specified time the dispute will be deemed resolved to the full satisfaction of both parties. Such arbitration shall take place in New York before a single arbitrator agreed to by both parties; provided however that should the parties be unable to agree on a single arbitrator within thirty days of the request for arbitration, the arbitrator shall be designated by the United Nations Legal Counsel. The decision rendered in the arbitration shall constitute final adjudication of the dispute.
Penalties for Underperformance

Termination of ContractThis contract may be terminated by either party before its specified termination date by giving notice in writing to the other party. The period of notice shall be five (5) business days (in the UNICEF office engaging the Contractor) in the case of contracts for a total period of less than two (2) months and ten (10) business days (in the UNICEF office engaging the Contractor) in the case of contracts for a longer period; provided however that in the event of termination on the grounds of impropriety or other misconduct by the Contractor (including but not limited to breach by the Contractor of relevant UNICEF policies, procedures, and administrative instructions), UNICEF shall be entitled to terminate the contract without notice. If this contract is terminated in accordance with this paragraph 10, the Contractor shall be paid on a pro rata basis determined by UNICEF for the actual amount of work performed to UNICEF’s satisfaction at the time of termination. UNICEF will also pay any outstanding reimbursement claims related to travel by the Contractor. Any additional costs incurred by UNICEF resulting from the termination of the contract by either party may be withheld from any amount otherwise due to the Contractor under this paragraph 10.
TaxationUNICEF and the United Nations accept no liability for any taxes, duty or other contribution payable by the consultant and individual contractor on payments made under this contract. Neither UNICEF nor the United Nations will issue a statement of earnings to the consultant and individual contractor

How to apply:

Qualified candidates are requested to submit a cover letter, CV and P 11 form (which can be downloaded from our website at http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/index_53129.html) to pdconsultants@unicef.org with subject line “Consultancy, Writer for Annual Reports” by 04 February 2014, 5:00pm EST. Please indicate your ability, availability and daily/monthly rate to undertake the terms of reference above. Applications submitted without a daily/monthly rate will not be considered.

Montenegro: Consultancy - Website and Social media support

Posted by bagus java Sunday, March 2, 2014

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

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.

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.

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.

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)

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

Management and Organisation

The consultant organization will be supervised by the Communication Officer.

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;

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.

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: Consultancy for Design of Results Framework for CDAC Network

Posted by bagus java

Organization: CDAC Network
Country: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Closing date: 03 Feb 2014

BACKGROUND

Communication is Aid

Communicating with, and providing information to, people affected by crisis are two of the most important elements of humanitarian response. They are also two of the most overlooked. This is the case even though information can save lives and help mitigate risk.

People also have the right to participate in dialogue with aid providers; the right to ask questions and get answers. In the midst of a disaster, it is often the affected communities who have the deepest and most immediate knowledge about their greatest needs, and listening to their voices can help to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of humanitarian response.

Communicating with communities (CwC) is a growing field of humanitarian response that helps to meet the information and communication needs of people affected by crisis. CwC is based on the principle that information and communication are critical forms of aid, without which disaster survivors cannot effectively engage in their own recovery and response. Without information and communication, people affected by crisis cannot access services or make the best decisions for themselves and their communities; neither can they hold aid agencies to account. Conversely, when people are given the opportunity to voice their opinions and provide feedback, this enhances their sense of well-being and can help them adapt to the challenges they face. It can also better enable them to take an active role in their own recovery.

Agencies working in the area of CwC help disaster survivors to access the information they need and communicate with those assisting them, as well as among themselves. In this regard CwC is seen as a critical means through which to improve humanitarian response. An important component of CwC is the desire to shift power from the providers of aid to the recipients, and to facilitate recipients’ own action.Communication, whether through new information and communications technologies or more traditional means, is therefore essential for the engagement of disaster-affected people in humanitarian actionCwC is a cross-cutting function that facilitates greater accountability and effectiveness of aid delivery; enhances resilience-building; and promotes understanding between humanitarian organisations and the communities they serve. Yet despite its potential to save lives and improve aid delivery, communication with and information to affected communities have not been given sufficient attention by humanitarian organisations and CwC is not systematically institutionalised within the humanitarian sector. Its importance to quality programming is not widely recognised and rarely implemented effectively.

The Role of the CDAC Network

The CDAC Network was established in response to this communication and information ‘gap’ and promotes the provision of life-saving and risk-mitigating information and communication with crisis affected communities as key humanitarian deliverables. The goal of the Network is that communities affected by or prone to crises are supported to better withstand, and recover from, humanitarian emergencies through active engagement in decisions about the relief and recovery efforts in their country.

To achieve this, CDAC Network Members are committed to mainstreaming CwC approaches in emergency response. They do this by supporting humanitarian response through coordinated communication that makes use of appropriate media and communication tools and platforms. Members also focus on how partnerships, particularly with new humanitarian actors such as media development organisations, telecoms companies and the private sector, can deliver effective and locally appropriate outcomes.

The CDAC Network is unique in terms of who it convenes: humanitarian and media development organisations and, increasingly, technology and telecoms providers. By collaborating across traditional boundaries, CDAC Network Members increase mutual understanding of the challenges they face and identify opportunities for partnership in order to bring about innovative and effective field practice and, ultimately, a more sustainable and improved response. Members seek to build capacity together, share learning and research, and advocate to ensure that CwC becomes a predictable, consistent and resourced element of crisis resilience, response and recovery.

The CDAC Network delivers through four pillars identified in its Strategy: action research and learning; capacity strengthening; convening; and advocacy.

Current Members

Current Full Members of the CDAC Network are: ActionAid; BBC Media Action; the ICRC; IOM; International Media Support (IMS); Internews Europe; Merlin; UNFPA; UNHCR; UNOCHA; Plan UK; Save the Children; Thomson Reuters Foundation; Translators without Borders; UNICEF; WFP; and World Vision International. Affiliate Members include FdL Development; First Response Radio; Freeplay Energy; and Frontline SMS. Internews Europe currently hosts the CDAC Network Secretariat.

A RESULTS FRAMEWORK FOR THE CDAC NETWORK

Having recently secured a grant from DfID, the CDAC Network is increasing its programme of work and would like to put in place a Results Framework (referred to below as the Framework). The overall purpose of the Framework is to:

Support the operational work of its Members in relation to CwC programming
Provide a system to embed data collection and learning components into the work of the Secretariat, Board and Members
Support accountability for the effective use of CDAC Network funds, towards donors, Members and others the Network seeks to benefit
Assess the performance of the overall functioning of the Network (Secretariat, Board, Members) across its fours strategic pillars and its programmes

The four key elements of the Results Framework

Communication coordination mechanisms: The CDAC Network is committed to generating a body of evidence that demonstrates how to run an effective communication coordination mechanism. The emphasis in this quadrant is the further refinement of the methodology (already used twice) to generate learning reviews of different comms coordination mechanisms, led by different agencies in different contexts. This work will be influenced by a consideration of literature on humanitarian coordination, collaboration, and partnership. There will be a link to the quadrant associated with Network functioning.
Member field level M&E and learning: This element is focused on supporting CDAC Network Members to monitor and evaluate their CwC interventions at field level. Due to the difference in the mandates of Members, a generic field level M&E and learning framework is unlikely to be useful, although guidance on indicators and collection methods may be useful. This should build on the infoasaid / IFRC generic M&E framework. This element will need to consider how affected people can best be involved in field-level M&E and learning initiatives, building on methodologies that already exist for this.
Network-specific programmes: The CDAC Network needs to measure how it is meeting the objectives defined by specific grants, such as the DfID discretionary grant (which funds this consultancy). The Network requires a ‘template’ framework which it can apply across new grants as they come on stream.
CDAC Network functioning: This needs to focus on how the different elements of the Network are functioning, primarily the Secretariat and the Board. It will also need to consider Member engagement. This may include using a self-assessment tool or similar. It needs to give a picture of the viability of the Network, over time. It will need to include how the Network is delivering against its four strategic pillars of capacity strengthening, action research and learning, advocacy, and convening.

MAIN OBJECTIVES OF THE CONSULTANCY

The main purpose of the consultancy is to lead the design of the Results Framework across the Network’s four strategic pillars and the four suggested components noted above, and ensure there is coherence across these. A challenge for the consultant undertaking this work is to determine a creative way of ensuring that the Framework is grounded in the experiences of affected people.

The final Framework should:

Outline the Framework’s overall purpose, specific objectives, indicators and associated activities for data collection;
Take into consideration the CDAC Network’s 2012 – 2016 strategy and existing commitments (e.g. the Network’s discretionary grant from DfID);
Recommend a frequency for any data collection activities within the Framework, including the possibility of using a self-assessment survey across the Membership;
Include baseline information for indicators where possible;
Identify strategic evaluation and research themes for Network learning;
Suggest relevant quality standards (e.g. OECD-DAC for evaluations) that should be adopted for the Network’s monitoring, evaluation and learning work;
Estimate the resources (monetary, personnel, time, other) required to implement the activities outlined in the framework from the Secretariat perspective;
Be designed in a way that monitoring and evaluation activities contribute to effective learning for Network Members;
Suggest innovative ways in which the Network can demonstrate that its work impacts crisis-affected communities.

The consultant is also invited to contribute to what the final Framework should include.

TASKS TO BE ACCOMPLISHED AND DELIVERABLES

The consultant shall accomplish the following tasks as a basis for the final report:

• Lead the development of the Framework for the CDAC Network through a process which takes into account work done to date and input from the CDAC Network Secretariat, Members and Board;

• Present a draft Framework to stakeholders for comment;

• Deliver a final Framework document, which should comprise:

Background information to the proposed Framework, including a summary based on the desk/literature reviews outlining the rationale and evidence on which the Framework is based;
Relevant guidance notes or suggested plan of action for implementation of the Framework;
The Framework itself;
Baseline measurements where possible.

As far as possible, the Framework should be complementary to Members’ own results / M & E and learning frameworks.

METHODOLOGY

The approach to be adopted throughout the consultancy will be participatory and consultative and will draw upon views and perspectives of a number of different stakeholders from the CDAC Network, including focal points of the Members, CDAC Secretariat staff, the CDAC Network Board and advisors involved in the Research and Learning CoP. It will also draw on external expertise where appropriate. Applicants are requested to submit a detailed methodology and work-plan for achieving the stated objectives of the consultancy. With this regard, results and deliverables listed in the previous paragraph should be considered only as guiding terms of reference. Any proposal to enhance the quality of the work will be considered in the selection phase. However, in widening the activities and elements it should be always kept in mind that the approach and final Framework should not be unnecessarily complicated or unwieldy, but outline processes that could be easily integrated within the programme of works and produce a smart, quality product.

The anticipated timeframe for the consultancy is approximately two months, though this does not have to constitute two months of continuous work. The Network requires final delivery by end-April 2015. Note: The consultant will be responsible for overall delivery of the Framework and specifically for components 3) and 4). S/he will work with the Secretariat’s Research and Learning Officer – with whom the consultant will be required to play a mentoring role – who will lead on delivery of components 1) and 2).

MANAGEMENT ARRANGEMENTS

Internews Europe will contract the consultant on behalf of the Network.The consultant will report to the CDAC Network Secretariat’s Senior Programme Manager, who will oversee the content and quality of the consultancy. The consultant will also work closely with the Secretariat’s Director and Research and Learning Officer, who will contribute to outlining this piece of work.

The CDAC Network Secretariat will be responsible for providing the consultant with the necessary support in terms of background information, project documentation and other relevant information. The Secretariat’s Programme Assistant will facilitate flow of information and relations with stakeholders and will assist the consultant in setting up relevant meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential task.

Necessary

• Minimum 10-years relevant experience and minimum 5 years demonstrated experience in monitoring and evaluation (M&E) and learning in a relevant field;

• Extensive experience with the logical framework approach and other strategic planning processes, and with M&E and learning methodologies and approaches (including quantitative, qualitative and participatory approaches, outcome mapping and behaviour changes of multiple stakeholders);

• Extensive experience planning, designing and implementing M&E and learning systems, including experience of M&E for networks, consortia or similar with a convening component;

• Experience in designing M&E and learning systems for capacity strengthening and/or advocacy;

• Aptitude for smart design in response to complex demands;

• Experience of facilitating processes to develop an M&E and learning framework with multiple stakeholders;

• Knowledge of INGO, UN, media development organisations and/or technology companies;

• Strong writing skills to produce a high-quality written Framework document;

• Ability to feed in key lessons and good practice derived from experience on similar work;

• Must be fluent in English.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the communication is aid sector.

CONDITIONS

• Starting date: ideally within 2 weeks of application deadline. The Network requires final delivery by end-April 2014.

• Duration: approximately two months, though this does not have to constitute two months of continuous work.

• Type of contract: Consultancy.

How to apply:

• Interested candidates meeting the qualifications should forward a cover letter including an outline of how they meet the required qualifications, the methodology and indicative timeline that is proposed,a CV and day-rate (in GBP) to jobs@internews.eu.

• Please mention “CDAC – MEL CONSULTANCY” and your name in the subject line.

• Deadline for applications: Monday 3 February 2014

Uganda: CONSULTANCY SERVICES OF AN INTERNATIONAL CONSULTANT TO DESIGN AND TRAIN ON ACTIVE TEACHING AND LEARNING (ATL) METHODOLOGIES

Posted by bagus java Wednesday, January 29, 2014

Organization: Belgian Technical Cooperation
Country: Uganda
Closing date: 21 Feb 2014

PUBLIC CONTRACT FOR CONSULTANCY SERVICES OF AN INTERNATIONAL CONSULTANT TO DESIGN AND TRAIN ON ACTIVE TEACHING AND LEARNING (ATL) METHODOLOGIES TO IMPROVE STUDENT-CENTERED TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT PRACTICES

The consultant should have relevant education background and expertise in educational innovation in developing countries, with the following capacities:

• Capable to foresee long-term sustainability issues and to propose adapted strategies
• Capable to analyse the trainees’ current ATL practices and their training needs
• Capable to design, organize and conduct comprehensive “ATL Methodologies” training courses, focused on learners’ centred & experiential methodologies, adapted to local context and needs, and in the framework of existing national Teachers/Instructors Training Curricula
• Capable to work in close collaboration with Ugandan national experts (from MoES and Colleges)
• Have an understanding of the East African education system would be an asset
• Have good intercultural communication skills
• Have Good written and spoken English

How to apply:

See attachment

United States of America: Consultancy, Production of the 2013 Focus Area 4 (Child Protection) Report

Posted by bagus java

Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 06 Feb 2014

Terms of Reference

Production of the 2013 Focus Area 4 (Child Protection) Report

Background

Thematic funds are contributions that donors earmark for one of the five UNICEF Medium Term Strategic Priority (MTSP) focus area themes or humanitarian response, without further earmarking for specific programme activities. Thematic funding was created after the adoption of the MTSP 2001-2005 as an opportunity to facilitate financing of UNICEF programmes in a more strategic and flexible manner in order to achieve the results of the MTSP. The arrangement entails donors agreeing to one consolidated report per focus area. Each year, each focus area is required to submit to the Public Sector Alliances and Resource Mobilization Office (PARMO) at UNICEF (for submission to donors) a report demonstrating progress and results against the targets set out in the MTSP 2006-2013.

Purpose

To coordinate the production of and write the Child Protection Global Thematic narrative Report for 2013 in line with the Terms of Reference provided by PARMO (attached).

Tasks and Expected Results

Under the supervision of the Child Protection Section’s Planning and Evidence Building team, the consultant will undertake the following tasks:

o Coordinate the production of the Child Protection FA 4 narrative report (compile UNICEF staff inputs* and draft, copy-edit and fact-check the overall report);o In addition to pulling from relevant information*, liaise and conduct consultations (by phone, skype, or email, as required) with key UNICEF staff and others (as required) to gather relevant information, to complete the Child Protection Global Thematic Report for 2013, with a focus on 2013 results and also capturing overall trends since 2006;o Prepare a first draft and final version of the Child Protection Global Thematic Report 2013; including fact-checking and proof-reading (including after the report goes to the designer); Highlight the overall global and regional Child Protection outcomes and the successes/challenges in key child protection indicators for 2013;
o Highlight selected investments made that were strategic and created bigger results in 2013;o Case studies of attribution and contribution of UNICEF’s work for the report, o Stories of the impact of FA 4 Key Results Areas (KRAs) in 2013 that links to a broader change;o 2 longer case studies useful for website and advocacy purposes.a. Make recommendations for future Focus Area reports beyond 2013 using UNICEF multiple data sources;

Materials to be used for the analysis include:

• Provide overall trends with reference to all relevant global data sources from Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS), Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS), etc.• Equity and technical analyses of the overall patterns of investment in child protection aiming to generate a logical flow between the targets set, the types of investment and choices made, and the reported results (attributable to UNICEF) from country offices globally covering the duration of the MTSP 2006-2013 implementation; Country Office and Regional Office Annual Reports’ analysis documents produced by Child Protection Headquarters (HQ);• Regional Analysis Reports (RAR);• Results Analysis Modules (RAM); • Global data sources such as MICS, DHS, and other related surveys; • Country-specific thematic reports;• Regional Office summaries and related documents;• Executive Director’s Annual Report, including its Data Compendium;• In-depth review of MTSP papers;• Studies of innovations in child protection;• Reports of select (Mid-Term Review) MTR countries in 2013;• Millennium Development Goals (MDG) stocktaking papers;• Evaluation studies from UNICEF HQ, regional and country offices (including the global evaluation of Child Protection in Emergencies (CPIE) and meta-synthesis of Violence Against Children (VAC) evaluations)

Time Frame*

Phase 1: 3 February – mid March (25 days)o Preliminary planning discussion with UNICEF focal points and agree to plan of action/timelines and synthesis of existing data/relevant information from key documents (see list of references and materials above)o Liaise with Section focal points of first draft of Global Thematic Report (in person, by phone or email as required) to gather and internalize the relevant background informationo Submission of first draft of Focus Area 4 Report to Writer’s Group and identification of the two case studies

Phase 2: mid- March - early April (20 days)o Incorporate preliminary feedback from UNICEF focal points, Section Chief and PD editor and produce second draft of Global Thematic Report, including fact checking for sharing with senior PARMO and PD management for peer review

Phase 3: early – mid April (10 days)o Produce third draft of FA 4 Report, incorporating feedback from UNICEF focal points, Section Chief, PARMO and Programme Division Deputy Directors to be sent to the editor

Phase 4: mid- April– end May (25 days)o Produce final draft of FA4 Report, including fact checking, to be approved by Section Chief, Deputy Directors o Produce first and final draft of the two case studies/stories for final review by Section focal points and Section Chief o Revisions to the final draft report based on feedback from copy edit process Finalise FA 4 Report, including final proofread, making any additional necessary changes
o Proof-reading following receipt of the design copy*NB: Given the different divisions and colleagues involved in overseeing the process, adjustments can be made between the days currently allocated /phase.

Duty Station: Consultant will work off-site, but will be available by email, telephone and skype to facilitate inputs to and production of the report
Duration: Total of 65 days from early February to end May 2013
Key competencies, technical background, and experience required

• Advanced university degree in social sciences or other related field, preferably with some specialised training in development studies.• At least 10 years of solid responsible professional work experience in a relevant field.• Previous work experience with UNICEF an asset, in particular, producing Global Thematic/Focus Area Reports.• Previous experience in copy-editing and fact-checking.• High level proficiency in standard computer software, in particular, Microsoft word• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, of publication standard• Persistence in follow up, tact and diplomacy to work with international personnel

A physician’s certificate of good health and proof of health insurance coverage must be provided by the selected candidate prior to commencement of work.

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General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants / Individual Contractors

Legal StatusThe individual engaged by UNICEF under this contract as a consultant or individual contractors (the “Contractor”) is engaged in a personal capacity and not as representatives of a Government or of any other entity external to the United Nations. The Contractor is neither a "staff member" under the Staff Regulations of the United Nations and UNICEF policies and procedures nor an "official" for the purpose of the Convention on the Privileges and Immunities of the United Nations, 1946. The Contractor may, however, be afforded the status of "Experts on Mission" in the sense of Section 22 of Article VI of the Convention and the Contractor is required by UNICEF to travel in order to fulfill the requirements of this contract, the Contractor may be issued a United Nations Certificate in accordance with Section 26 of Article VII of the Convention.
ObligationsThe Contractor shall complete the assignment set out in the Terms of Reference for this contract with due diligence, efficiency and economy, in accordance with generally accepted professional techniques and practices.

Title rights

Travel

Statement of good healthBefore commencing work, the Contractor must deliver to UNICEF a certified self-statement of good health and to take full responsibility for the accuracy of that statement. In addition, the Contractor must include in this statement of good health (a) confirmation that he or she has been informed regarding inoculations required for him or her to receive, at his or her own cost and from his or her own medical practitioner or other party, for travel to the country or countries to which travel is authorized; and (b) a statement he or she is covered by medical/health insurance and that, if required to travel beyond commuting distance from his or her usual place or residence to UNICEF (other than to duty station(s) with hardship ratings “H” and “A”, a list of which has been provided to the Contractor) the Contractor’s medical/health insurance covers medical evacuations. The Contractor will be responsible for assuming all costs that may be occurred in relation to the statement of good health.
InsuranceThe Contractor is fully responsible for arranging, at his or her own expense, such life, health and other forms of insurance covering the term of this contract as he or she considers appropriate taking into account, among other things, the requirements of paragraph 5 above. The Contractor is not eligible to participate in the life or health insurance schemes available to UNICEF and United Nations staff members. The responsibility of UNICEF and the United Nations is limited solely to the payment of compensation under the conditions described in paragraph 7 below.
Service incurred death, injury or illness If the Contractor is travelling with UNICEF’s prior approval and at UNICEF's expense in order to perform his or her obligations under this contract, or is performing his or her obligations under this contract in a UNICEF or United Nations office with UNICEF’s approval, the Contractor (or his or her dependents as appropriate), shall be entitled to compensation from UNICEF in the event of death, injury or illness attributable to the fact that the Contractor was travelling with UNICEF’s prior approval and at UNICEF's expense in order to perform his or her obligations under this contractor, or was performing his or her obligations under this contract in a UNICEF or United Nations office with UNICEF’s approval. Such compensation will be paid through a third party insurance provider retained by UNICEF and shall be capped at the amounts set out in the Administrative Instruction on Individual Consultants and Contractors. Under no circumstances will UNICEF be liable for any other or greater payments to the Contractor (or his or her dependents as appropriate).
Arbitration(a) Any dispute arising out of or, in connection with, this contract shall be resolved through amicable negotiation between the parties.
(b) If the parties are not able to reach agreement after attempting amicable negotiation for a period of thirty (30) days after one party has notified the other of such a dispute, either party may submit the matter to arbitration in accordance with the UNCITRAL procedures within fifteen (15) days thereafter. If neither party submits the matter for arbitration within the specified time the dispute will be deemed resolved to the full satisfaction of both parties. Such arbitration shall take place in New York before a single arbitrator agreed to by both parties; provided however that should the parties be unable to agree on a single arbitrator within thirty days of the request for arbitration, the arbitrator shall be designated by the United Nations Legal Counsel. The decision rendered in the arbitration shall constitute final adjudication of the dispute.
Penalties for Underperformance

Termination of ContractThis contract may be terminated by either party before its specified termination date by giving notice in writing to the other party. The period of notice shall be five (5) business days (in the UNICEF office engaging the Contractor) in the case of contracts for a total period of less than two (2) months and ten (10) business days (in the UNICEF office engaging the Contractor) in the case of contracts for a longer period; provided however that in the event of termination on the grounds of impropriety or other misconduct by the Contractor (including but not limited to breach by the Contractor of relevant UNICEF policies, procedures, and administrative instructions), UNICEF shall be entitled to terminate the contract without notice. If this contract is terminated in accordance with this paragraph 10, the Contractor shall be paid on a pro rata basis determined by UNICEF for the actual amount of work performed to UNICEF’s satisfaction at the time of termination. UNICEF will also pay any outstanding reimbursement claims related to travel by the Contractor. Any additional costs incurred by UNICEF resulting from the termination of the contract by either party may be withheld from any amount otherwise due to the Contractor under this paragraph 10.
TaxationUNICEF and the United Nations accept no liability for any taxes, duty or other contribution payable by the consultant and individual contractor on payments made under this contract. Neither UNICEF nor the United Nations will issue a statement of earnings to the consultant and individual contractor

How to apply:

Qualified candidates are requested to submit a cover letter, CV, and signed P11 form (which can be retrieved at http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/index_53129.html) to pdconsultants@unicef.org with subject line “Consultancy, Production of the 2013 Focus Area 4 (Child Protection) Report” by 06 February 2014. Please indicate your ability, availability and daily rate to undertake the terms of reference above. Applications submitted without a daily rate will not be considered.Joint applications will not be accepted.

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