PURPOSE OF ASSIGNMENT Coordinate the inception phase and conceptualize the road map for UNICEF’s resilience project funded by DFID in close coordination with UNICEF programme sections at USSC / zonal level and joint resilience strategy partners WFP and FAO.
OUTPUTS The inception phase of the programme consists of a number of outputs that are organized in five work-packages, as specified in the TOR (in attachment). The consultants will ensure the delivery of these outputs, cooperating with the sectors and zonal/ sub-zonal offices and under the general guidance of the resilience focal point at SPPME section at USSC.
DELIVERABLES AND TIMEFRAME
- Monthly Progress Reports (including progress on the work packages, recommending action, outcomes of consultation meetings in UNICEF and with other agencies and stakeholders (FAO, WFP, Zonal governments etc.)
- Work Package outputs:
Note: the sequencing of outputs in the respective work packages (kindly refer to the TOR in attach) will be decided by the selected consultants and the supervisor and will be finalized in a TOR as part of the consultancy contracts. The delivery dates represent dates for completion/delivery of the entire work package.
Work Package 1. Institutional preparation End of month 1 Work Package 2. Understanding local contexts End of month 3 Work Package 3. Making community involvement work End of month 5 Work Package 4. Monitoring systems End of month 5 Work Package 5. Initial project activities End of month 6
- Final report: End of month 6
EXPECTED BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE OF THE CONSULTANTS:
The consultants to undertake the work will have the following profile:
(1) Project coordinator (100%)
Education and experience • Advanced university degree in a Social Science (Development Studies, Political Science, Anthropology, Development Management,…) or other relevant degree • Experience managing projects on community level in fragile states • Experience in and knowledge of Somalia or Somali regions in neighbouring countries
Technical Skill sets • Sound understanding of programme planning and development in complex emergencies, • Programme formulation and partnerships building • Understanding of international development and relief issues.
Other Technical Skills: • Assessment, analytical, and planning skills. • Good documentation and report writing skills. • Capacity building and training • Knowledge of UNICEF
Managerial/Communications Skill sets • Good written and spoken skills in the language of resilience or risk reduction. • Good interpersonal skills.
• Diplomacy, tact, and negotiating skills. • Able to manage and work in or with a multidisciplinary team of practitioners. • Ability to work well under pressure and in response to changing needs. • Good written and oral presentation skills. • Knowledge of Somali is an asset
• Diplomacy, tact, and negotiating skills. • Able to manage and work in or with a multidisciplinary team of practitioners. • Ability to work well under pressure and in response to changing needs. • Good written and oral presentation skills. • Knowledge of Somali is an asset
(2) Senior expert (50%)
Education and experience • Advanced university degree in a Social Science (Development Studies, Political Science, Anthropology, Development Management,…) or other relevant degree • Strong foundation in multi-sectoral resilience programming, DRR, and/or multi-sectoral emergency planning and M&E. • Experience in and knowledge of Somalia or Somali regions in neighbouring countries an asset
Technical Skill sets • Sound understanding of programme planning and development in complex emergencies, • Strong skills in Monitoring and Evaluation for programming purposes • Qualitative and quantitative data analysis.
Other Technical Skills: • Very strong analytical skills • Good documentation and report writing skills. • Knowledge of UNICEF • Knowledge of processes and procedures at DFID an asset
Managerial/Communications Skill sets • Good interpersonal skills.
• Diplomacy, tact, and negotiating skills. • Able to manage and work in or with a multidisciplinary team of practitioners. • Ability to work well under pressure and in response to changing needs. • Good written and oral presentation skills.
• Diplomacy, tact, and negotiating skills. • Able to manage and work in or with a multidisciplinary team of practitioners. • Ability to work well under pressure and in response to changing needs. • Good written and oral presentation skills.
Both consultants should be well conversant with children’s and women’s issues (health, nutrition, wash, child protection, education, social protection) and have had professional involvement in these issues
GENERAL CONDITIONS:
o The Consultants will work under the direct supervision of the Programme Specialist (Peace-building and resilience) SPPME section, UNICEF Somalia o The Consultants will be based at USSC, Nairobi office, with (1) coordinator frequent travel to zonal and sub-zonal offices in Somalia and (2) senior expert occasional travel to zonal and sub-zonal offices in Somalia. o Consultants will be supported for logistics (e.g. transportation to and from Nairobi, travel, accommodation etc. when on mission outside Nairobi) by the CO, o Consultancy Fees will be determined according to experience and expertise o No contract may commence unless both UNICEF and the Consultant sign the contract. o The consultant(s) may have to undertake an advanced Security Training valid for traveling to Somalia for four days in Nairobi, Kenya.
How to apply:
Applications are invited for the two assignments (1) project coordinator (100%) and (2) senior resilience expert (50%):
Individual applications are welcome, joint applications of two individuals for the two assignments are encouraged. UNICEF may also decide to hire one consultant combining aspects of both roles/assignments. Applications will consist of: 1. Cover letter in which you specify for which assignment (Project Coordinator or Senior Resilience Expert) you are applying AND in which you specify (referring to the TOR attached) which of the numbered outputs listed in the work packages you would be able to deliver and what (prior experience etc.) makes you qualified to deliver them. 2. Please see attached TOR for details on the assignment 3. CV and P11 4. Specification of expected professional fees
Applicants must quote the vacancy number and post title in the subject line of the application.
Email to: somaliahrvacancies@unicef.org
