GJP Child Protection Level 3

UNITED NATIONS CHILDREN’S FUND

GENERIC JOB PROFILE

JOB PROFLE NO.: 60000176

JOB TITLE: Child Protection Specialist – (TA)
CCOG CODE:________________
JOB LEVEL: Level 3
FUNCTIONAL CODE: PC/P-3
JOB CLASSIFICATION ________
REPORTS TO: Child Protection Specialist/ Chief, Child
Protection Unit/Deputy Representative

LOCATION: Kabul, Afghanistan

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Accountable for the strategic development and contribution to implementation of a renewed joint
partnership agreement between UNICEF Afghanistan and the Afghanistan Independent Human Rights
Commission using the recommendations from the independent partnership evaluation (2011-2012) and
inputs from the AIHRC and UNICEF section teams, and including programme design, planning,
administration, monitoring and evaluation of programme activities, data analysis and progress reporting
to ensure overall efficiency and effectiveness of programme goals and objectives.

KEY END-RESULTS

1. Coordination with relevant sections in the AIHRC and UNICEF for the development of a
consultative and strategic joint partnership agreement promoting effective monitoring,
investigation, advocacy and redress for child rights violations in Afghanistan.
2. Identify and support the AIHRC in integrating a child rights focus across all its relevant
sections, and advising the AIHRC on mechanisms to allow adequate information
sharing and coordinated response to this end.
3. Undertake a detailed study of the AIHRC complaints handling and referral process as
related to child rights violations for recommended action on improving outcomes.
4. Support to the development of necessary tools required to collect, collate, and analyse
useful data on child rights violations, to inform appropriate advocacy and
programmatic response.
5. Identification of capacity needs within the AIHRC in monitoring and responding to child
rights violations, and oversight of training sessions for relevant AIHRC staff on
information management tools, and renewed programme agreement with UNICEF.
6. Identify joint opportunities for the AIHRC and UNICEF to advocate on child rights in
Afghanistan and assist in the development of appropriate procedures to facilitate this.
7. Liaises with the AIHRC to secure nomination of strategic areas of focus for national
campaigns on children’s rights, and with relevant UNICEF sections to outline an
implementation support plan for the campaign.
8. Establish and coordinate regular meetings and procedures for exchange of information
between the AIHRC and UNICEF zonal offices to identify trends in children’s rights and
highlight potential root causes for action by UNICEF section teams.
9. Develop information sharing and advocacy protocols on areas of AIHRC focus as
related to child rights with all relevant UNICEF programme sections.

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ACCOUNTABILITIES and DUTIES & TASKS

Within the delegated authority and under the given organizational set-up, the incumbent may be assigned the
primarily, shared, or contributory accountabilities for all or part of the following areas of major duties and key end-
results.

1. Programme Planning, Development and Management.

Enhances effective sectoral and inter-sectoral planning, development and management by leading,
guiding, coordinating and supporting accurate and complete monitoring and analysis. Provides
substantive advice, recommendations and input in the formulation of strategic partnership agreement
and on plans of actions relating to Child Protection programme.

2. Promotion of UNICEF’s Global Goals

Promotes the organizational goals of UNICEF through advocacy and policy dialogue through active
engagement in communication, networking and participation at every opportunity inside and outside
UNICEF, leveraging the strength of UNICEF mission, goals and programmes.

3. Knowledge Management

Promotes knowledge management by exchange of knowledge, information, situation analysis,

experience or lessons learned; promotes knowledge sharing and technical input or recommendations
on major programme directions and on introduction of new initiatives in the country.

4. Rights-Based and Results-Based Approach

Promotes the quality of rights-based Child Protection programmes through participation in the
formulation of programme goals, strategies and approaches. Brings coherence, synergy and added
value to sectoral or inter-sectoral management processes using a results-based management
approach to planning and design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.

5. Programme Delivery, Evaluation and Reporting

Ensures programme, sectoral or inter-sectoral, efficiency and delivery through a rigorous and
transparent approach to evaluation. Participation in major evaluation exercises and programme
reviews.

7. UNICEF and Government Accountability

Coordinates with Operations and Supply staff on supply and non-supply assistance activities ensuring
proper and timely UNICEF and Government accountability. Certifies disbursements of funds, monitors
and submits financial status reports to management in compliance with the regulations and guidelines.

8. Communication, Collaboration, Networking and Partnership

Ensures exchange of information, experience, identifies new strategies and courses of action to
accelerate/improve delivery of services and achieve Child Protection programme requirements and
objectives. Conducts field visits to monitor programmes and collect information. Conducts periodic

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programme reviews with Government counterparts and other partners.

Collaborates with Communication and Programme Communication groups to ensure development of

effective communication materials and strategies to support advocacy and social mobilization efforts.

Provides technical support and guidance on appropriate technical, financial and institutional capacity
building measures to achieve Child Protection programme goals.

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JOB GRADE FACTORS

Level 3 - As a line manager for assigned projects, lead effective and efficient planning, design, implementation and
administration of specific project activities within a major programme that focus on achievement of UNICEF's
programmatic priorities. Ensure that project delivery meets targeted goals and objectives
- As a technical expert, contribute timely and effective technical advice, guidance and input to the preparation of
situation analysis, formulation of programme strategy, planning, implementation and evaluation and human resources.
- Conduct field visits to monitor programmes as well as conduct periodic programme reviews.
- Make viable recommendations on programme implementation, alternative approaches, and optimal utilization of
resources that contribute effectively to the advancement of the rights of children and women.
- Contribute to the development and introduction of new approaches.
- Certify allocation and disbursement of funds; determine supply and cash needs to ensure programme delivery meets
targeted goals and objectives.

QUALIFICATION and COMPETENCIES ([ ] indicates the level of proficiency required for the job.)
1. Education
Advanced university degree, preferably in the social sciences, law or other relevant field.
2. Work Experience

Five years of professional work experience at national and international levels in child
protection, including international work experience for IP or field work experience for NO.
Background/familiarity with supporting capacity of national human rights institutions to monitor,
investigate and ensure redress to human rights violations, particularly with respect to child
rights.

3. Language Proficiency
Fluency in English and a second UN language (IP)
Fluency in English and local working language of the duty station (NO).

4. Competency Profile (For details on competencies please refer to the UNICEF Professional Competency Profiles.)
i) Core Values (Required)
• Commitment
• Diversity and Inclusion

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The differences in the grades of jobs and positions reflect various differences, among others, in the nature and scope of
work, individual contribution, professional expertise required, organizational context, risks, coordination and networking,
engagement, partners, beneficiaries, clients/stakeholders relations, impact of decisions, actions and consequences, and
leadership roles.

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• Integrity

ii) Core Competencies (Required)

• Communication [ II ]
• Working with People [ II ]
• Drive for Results [ II ]

iii) Functional Competencies (Required)

• Leading and Supervising [ I ]
• Formulating Strategies and Concepts [ II ]
• Analyzing [ III]
• Relating and Networking [ II ]
• Deciding and Initiating Action [ II ]
• Applying Technical Expertise [ III ]
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iv) Technical Knowledge [ ]

a) Specific Technical Knowledge Required [ ]

(Technical knowledge requirements specific to the job can be added here as required.)

Advanced technical knowledge of institutional mandates, guidelines and methodologies relating to

child protection including the legal framework for the protection of children.

Advanced knowledge of working with National Human Rights Institutions.

Advanced technical knowledge in strengthening child protection systems and partner capacity
monitoring and responding to child rights violations.

Use of data and indicators in child protection.

b) Common Technical Knowledge Required (for the job group) [ ]

Conceptual and strategic analytical capacity and ability to thoroughly analyse and evaluate
child rights issues, and ability to develop concrete strategy recommendations to redress right
violations.

Capacity to develop and maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders.

Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to produce a variety of
written reports in a clear and concise style, and for a wide range of stakeholders.

Strong advocacy skills, and ability to advise senior management, and senior counterparts on
child rights issues.

Methodology of programme/project management.

UNICEF policies and strategy in child protection including core commitments for children in
emergencies.

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Reference to UNICEF and/or UN in terms of technical knowledge requirements (a and b above) are applicable only to those
who are or have been the staff members of UNICEF or the UN common system.

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UNICEF financial, supply and administrative rules and regulations.

UN Guidelines on sexual exploitation and abuse by UN staff and partners.

Gender equality and diversity awareness.

c) Technical Knowledge to be Acquired/Enhanced (for the Job) [ ]

• Government development plans and policies
• Knowledge of local conditions and country legislation relevant to UNICEF programmes
• UN policies and strategy to address international humanitarian issues and the responses.
• UN common approaches to programmatic issues and UNICEF positions
• UN security operations and guidelines.
• UN guideline on sexual exploitation and abuse by UN staff and partners.
• UNICEF policies and strategies promoting and supporting gender equality and diversity.

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