UNICEF UGANDA Communication for Development Officer

Post: Communication for Development Officer

Grade: NOB

Duty Station: Kampala 

Type and Duration of Appointment: Fixed-Term Appointment (One year with possible extension) 

Purpose of the post:

Under the close supervision of the Communication for Development (C4D) Specialist, the incumbent will assist in the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of a behaviour change and social mobilization strategy to support UNICEF’s mission in the country by; assisting in identifying appropriate partners and building alliances to orient them on country programme expected results and to solicit their involvement in the implementation of the country programme; working with partners on design, development, pre-testing and evaluation of culturally relevant programme communication materials and activities; monitoring the implementation of programme communication activities by reviewing progress and identifying constraints through field visits, consultations with government counterparts, partners and community and UNICEF programme staff; preparing analyses and reports.

Required Qualifications, Competencies and Attributes:

University degree in the social/behavioural sciences (Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, Health Education).

Two years of practical professional work experience in social development, preferably in the areas of participatory communication, communication planning, social mobilization, behaviour change and community empowerment.

Proven skills in communication, networking, advocacy and negotiation, especially at the community level.

Knowledge of current developments in the fields of communication for development, including IEC, behaviour change, social mobilization, participatory rural development, adult learning theory, community organization and participation.

Core Values (Required): Commitment; Diversity and Inclusion; Integrity

Core Competencies (Required): Communication; Working with People; Drive for Results

Functional Competencies (Required): Formulating Strategies and Concepts; Relating and Networking; Persuading and Influencing; Applying Technical Expertise; Learning and Researching; Planning and Organizing. 

Eligibility Criteria

1. ONLY Ugandan Nationals will be considered.

2. UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff; qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

3. Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and P11 form, as well as the most recent performance evaluation report.

4. If applications are sent by email, please clearly indicate the position applied for and use this order to name your file attachments: Firstname_Lastname followed by document e.g. Gold_MukasaP11 or Gold_MukasaCV or Gold_MukasaApplication.

5. UNICEF is a smoke free environment.

6. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Post: Programme Specialist (Field Operations/Emergency)

Grade: NOC

Duty Station: Kampala

Type and Duration of Appointment: Fixed Term Appointment (one year with possible extension)

Purpose of the post:

Under the guidance of the Chief Field Operations and Emergency, and in close collaboration with the technical sections and Zonal offices, the incumbent is responsible for the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, as well as carrying out periodic programme reviews with partners, of the country programme in regards to decentralized approach, disaster risk reduction (DRR) rollout and emergency preparedness and response codification.

The incumbent will provide leadership and technical assistance for innovative approaches to DRR and emergency preparedness;

Participate in the preparation of programme status implementation reports as required.

Required Qualifications, Competencies and Attributes

Advanced university degree in Social Sciences, or related technical field.

Five years of progressively responsible professional work experience in programme formulation, planning, management, monitoring and evaluation, some of which should be in emergency programme management and operations.

Versatility, judgment, maturity and ability to work in a team. Ability to cope with stressful and difficult conditions and political/cultural sensitivity.

Current knowledge of development issues, policies, as well as social programming policies and procedures in international development DRR and emergency response and cooperation.

Proven ability to conceptualise, innovate, execute ideas, as well as to impart knowledge and teach skills

Leadership and organizational abilities

Good analytical, negotiation, communication and advocacy skills.

Computer skills, including internet navigation and various office applications.

Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relations both within and outside the organisation.

Eligibility Criteria

1. ONLY Ugandan Nationals will be considered.

2. UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff; qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

3. Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and P11 form, as well as the most recent performance evaluation report.

4. If applications are sent by email, please clearly indicate the position applied for and use this order to name your file attachments: Firstname_Lastname followed by document e.g. Gold_Mukasa P11 or Gold_Mukasa CV or Gold_ Mukasa Application.

5. UNICEF is a smoke free environment.

6. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Post: Programme Officer (Field Operation and Emergency)

Grade: NOA

Duty Station: Kampala

Type and Duration of Appointment: Fixed-Term Appointment (One year with possible extension)

Purpose of the post:

Under the direct supervision of the Chief, Field Operations and Emergency, and in close collaboration with the technical sections and zonal offices, the incumbent will be responsible for the communications, monitoring and analysis of decentralized field-level activities, including trend monitoring, DevTrac analysis, reporting and capacity building.

Required Qualifications, Competencies and Attributes:

University degree in Social Sciences, or a related technical field.

Two years professional work experience in project administration, including monitoring and evaluation, communications, analysis and reporting.

Fluency in English is required and strong written and verbal communications skill therein strongly desirable.

Core Values (Required): Commitment; Diversity and Inclusion; Integrity

Core Competencies (Required): Communication [ II ]; Working with People [ II ]; Drive for Results [ II ]

Functional Competencies (Required): Formulating Strategies and Concepts [ I ]; Analyzing [ I ]; Applying Technical Expertise [ I ]; Learning and Researching [ II ]; Planning and Organizing [ II ]

Eligibility Criteria

1. ONLY Ugandan Nationals will be considered.

2. UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff; qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

3. Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and P11 form, as well as the most recent performance evaluation report.

4. If applications are sent by email, please clearly indicate the position applied for and use this order to name your file attachments: Firstname_Lastname followed by document e.g. Gold_Mukasa P11 or Gold_Mukasa CV or Gold_Mukasa Application.

5. UNICEF is a smoke free environment.

6. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Post: Programme Officer (District) – [10 positions]

Grade: NOB

Duty Station: Kampala, Moroto, Gulu

Type and Duration of Appointment: Fixed-Term Appointment (One year with possible extension)

Purpose of the post:

Under the close supervision of the Programme Specialist in the respective Zonal Office, the incumbent will contribute to programme planning, implementation, administration, monitoring and the evaluation of programme activities.

The incumbent will coordinate with programme partners and government officials to report on the situation of children and women in the communities and undertake follow-up action on programme implementation activities;

Collect and analyse programme data and prepare programme status reports as required; Assist in the preparation of the Country programme recommendation; Participates in capacity building for those involved in the programme.

Required Qualifications, Competencies and Attributes:

University degree in Social Sciences, or a related technical field.

Two years of progressively responsible experience in programme design, administration, monitoring and evaluation in the field of Child Protection, Health and Nutrition, Water and Sanitation or Education.

Fluency in English is required and strong written and verbal communications skill therein strongly desirable.

Core Values (Required): Commitment; Diversity and Inclusion; Integrity.

Core Competencies (Required): Communication; Working with People; Drive for Results.

Functional Competencies (Required): Formulating Strategies and Concepts; Analyzing; Applying Technical Expertise; Learning and Researching; Planning and Organizing.

Eligibility Criteria:

1. ONLY Ugandan Nationals will be considered.

2. UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff; qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

3. Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and P11 form, as well as the most recent performance evaluation report

4. If applications are sent by email, please clearly indicate the position applied for and use this order to name your file attachments: Firstname_Lastname followed by document e.g. Gold_MukasaP11 or Gold_MukasaCV or Gold_MukasaApplication.

5. UNICEF is a smoke free environment.

6. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Post: Programme Specialist

Grade: NOC

Duty Station: Moroto

Type and Duration of Appointment: Fixed-Term Appointment (One year with possible extension 

Purpose of the post:

Under the guidance of the Chief Zone Office, the incumbent will be responsible for the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of activities related to achieving results for children in the selected group of districts.

The incumbent will provide technical advice and assistance and capacity building programmes to UNICEF Partners ; Analyze and evaluate data and take corrective action when necessary, to meet programme/project objectives;

Participate in the development of the workplan, ensuring compliance with specific assigned objectives; Coordinate supply and non-supply assistance and ensure proper and timely accountability;

Participate in intersectoral collaboration with other programmes; Prepare the sectoral documents and write Programme Status reports as required:

Required Qualifications, Competencies and Attributes:

Advanced university degree in any of the following: Social Sciences, Public Administration, International Relations, Business Administration, Public Health, Education, or other fields related to the work of UNICEF.

Five years of progressively responsible professional work experience in social development, project administration, monitoring and evaluation, some at the international level.

Proven ability to work under pressure in stressful/difficult conditions.

Fluency in English is required and strong written and verbal communications skill therein strongly desirable.

Core Values (Required): Commitment; Diversity and Inclusion; Integrity

Core Competencies (Required): Communication; Working with People; Drive for Results

Functional Competencies (Required): Leading and Supervising; Formulating Strategies and Concepts; Analyzing; Relating and Networking; Persuading and Influencing; Creating and Innovating

Eligibility Criteria:

1. ONLY Ugandan Nationals will be considered.

2. UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff; qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

3. Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and P11 form, as well as the most recent performance evaluation report.

4. If applications are sent by email, please clearly indicate the position applied for and use this order to name your file attachments: Firstname_Lastname followed by document e.g. Gold_MukasaP11 or Gold_MukasaCV or Gold_ MukasaApplication.

5. UNICEF is a smoke free environment.

6. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Closing date for applications is 21 January, 2013.

Applicants interested in the above position should send their resume to:

Human Resource Specialist,

UNICEF Kampala, Uganda,

Plot 9, George Street,

P.O. Box 7047, Kampala-Uganda.

Via email to: ugderecruit@unicef.org