Batch of 2 positions: Youth & Adolescent Development Officer (NO-2) TA (6 months), Odessa, Ukraine

## Batch of 2 positions: Youth & Adolescent Development Officer (NO-2) TA (6 months), Odessa, Ukraine - Organization:UNICEF - United Nations Children's Fund - Office:Unicef in Odesa Batch of 2 positions: Youth & Adolescent Development Officer (NO-2), TA (6 months), #00130010, Kharkiv, Odesa - Ukraine, ECAR Position type:Temporary Appointment Division/Equivalent:CEE/CIS Department/Office:Odessa, Ukraine Categories:Adolescent Development 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. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job - it is a calling. UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, the right to Empowerment How can you make a difference? The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programmes, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children's rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society's most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations. The adolescent & youth development programme is a major component of the Country Programme. Through evidence-based programming, strategic partnerships, and innovative approaches, UNICEF supports young people to develop skills, exercise their rights, participate in decision-making processes, and contribute meaningfully to their communities and society. The position of Youth & Adolescent Development Officer is located in Field Office and reports to the Programme Specialist for supervision. The Officer provides professional technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the programming process to support the integration of adolescent & youth development and participation in programmes/projects within the Country Programme. The Officer is responsible for preparing, executing, managing and implementing a variety of technical and administrative programme tasks to support the development and formulation of the adolescent & youth development and participation programmes/projects within the Country Programme. Summary of key functions/accountabilities: - Support to programme development and planning - Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results - Technical and operational support to programme implementation - Networking and partnership building - Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building The support, research and technical analysis provided by the incumbent strengthens the advocacy, planning and formulation of youth and adolescent development and participation programmes. The achievement of concrete and sustainable results from these programmes contributes to achievement of UNICEF goals in the country to promote the full and active participation of youth and adolescents in determining their essential needs, promoting their rights to a safe environment and protecting their rights to survival, development and well-being in society. This in turn contributes to maintaining/enhancing the credibility and ability of UNICEF to provide programme services for mothers and children that promotes greater social equality and inclusion in the country. If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: JD_Youth & Adolescent Development Officer.pdf To qualify as a champion for every child you will have... Minimum requirements: - Education: Bachelor or equivalent (First Level University Degree) in International Development, International Studies, Anthropology, Psychology, Education, Social Science, Sociology or any other related field is required. - Work Experience: At least 2 (two) years of relevant work experience in Social Development Planning and Management in Adolescent & Youth Development related areas and any other related field is required. - Skills: The successful candidate will demonstrate strong programme management, communication, collaboration, and partnership building skills, along with confidence in using digital tools and adapting to new technologies. - Language Requirements: Fluency in English and Ukrainian is required. - Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset. - Experience within UNICEF, the broader UN system or international organizations is desirable. - Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is a distinct asset. - Relevant country-level and field experience, particularly in development, fragile settings, and humanitarian contexts. UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values UNICEF competencies required for this post are... (1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels. UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status. UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance. UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and U