[Hiring] Child Protection Consultant @AGORA

Role Description

Under the general guidance of the Child Protection Specialist, Mine Action and Explosive Weapons, based in Amman Center of Excellence (COE), Global Programme Division, the Consultant contributes to and is responsible for provision of consultancy service in developing an overarching Theory of Change (ToC) narrative and diagram for Explosive Ordnance Risk Education (EORE) accompanied by a results framework with examples of SMART indicators.

The consultant will be responsible for completing this phase of work, ensuring that the ToC is translated into a practical and evidence-informed framework to guide the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of EORE programmes.

Scope of Work

The scope of this consultancy is to support UNICEF in equipping the Mine Action sector with a robust, practical, and adaptable overarching ToC and results framework for EORE. The Consultant is expected to provide technical support for the following activities:

• Produce and agree with the Child Protection Specialist on a detailed work plan for the assignment period.
• Finalize the ToC Diagram and transform it into an interactive PDF with pop-up windows for each component.
• Develop a comprehensive ToC narrative that describes each enabling activity, means of delivery and change pathway (if-then) including the desired change and the assumption underpinning each change (because), the potential risks, and the accountabilities.
• Develop an overarching results framework for EORE with relevant SMART indicators.
• Update the UNICEF RRBM/SBC glossary for EORE that will be attached to the ToC narrative.
• Coordinate and facilitate at least 4 sessions with partners and stakeholders from the EORE Advisory Group and SBC sector to finalize the ‘beta’ version of the ToC (diagram and narrative) and the results framework.
• Organize remotely the testing of the draft ToC and results framework with three countries and adjust the ToC and Results framework accordingly.

Qualifications

• Education: International development, human rights, social and behavioral science, sociology, anthropology, psychology, education, communication, or another relevant social science field.
• Work Experience: A minimum of five years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas is required: mine action - or other social development - programme planning, social and behaviour change, communication for development, public advocacy or another related area.
• Experience in both development and humanitarian contexts is considered as an added advantage.
• Language Requirements: English.

Requirements

• Professional technical knowledge/expertise/skills in Rights and Results-Based Management (RRBM) methodology including strategic planning, causality analysis, Theory of Change (ToC), and results framework.
• Professional technical knowledge/expertise/skills in community engagement, social mobilization, institutional change and advocacy.
• Knowledge of Human Rights, Gender and Equity issues and their implications on projects/programmes.
• Strong analytical, planning, communication and writing as well as networking skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as with a team in an international, multicultural, and interdisciplinary environment.
• Ability to communicate sensitively to different audiences.
• Ability to work within tight deadlines.
• Excellent writing skills with specific experience writing on RRBM or SBC or mine action related issues and knowledge products.
• Strong interpersonal skills and collegial approach to working with others.

Benefits

• Diverse opportunities for professional and personal development.
• Attractive compensation and benefits package.

Company Description

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. UNICEF is committed to promoting the rights of every child and is a place where careers are built.