Social Policy Specialist (Development) (NO-3), TA (364 days), #00138378, Quetta - Pakistan, APR (Open to nationals of Pakistan only)

The Social Policy Specialist (Development), NO-C, is based in the UNICEF Field Office in Quetta and reports to the Chief Field Office, P-5, with technical guidance from the Chief of Social Policy The role of the Social Policy Specialist (Development) is to support UNICEF field office Quetta to have an analytical and evidence-based understanding of the political, social, cultural, political economy and overall development context in the province which affect the programming environment, to help UNICEF to position itself to advance the rights of children. Under the general guidance of the Chief Field Office and technical guidance of the Chief Social Policy, the incumbent is responsible for providing technical support to the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of all stages of social policy programme and related advocacy from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of concrete and sustainable results, as well as lead the gender but also disability mainstreaming/ programming. 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. Visitour websiteto learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, the right to a Hero How can you make a difference? The Social Policy Specialist (Development), NO-C, is based in the UNICEF Field Office in Quetta and reports to the Chief Field Office, P-5, with technical guidance from the Chief of Social Policy The role of the Social Policy Specialist (Development) is to support UNICEF field office Quetta to have an analytical and evidence-based understanding of the political, social, cultural, political economy and overall development context in the province which affect the programming environment, to help UNICEF to position itself to advance the rights of children. Under the general guidance of the Chief Field Office and technical guidance of the Chief Social Policy, the incumbent is responsible for providing technical support to the implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of all stages of social policy programme and related advocacy from strategic planning and formulation to delivery of concrete and sustainable results, as well as lead the gender but also disability mainstreaming/ programming. - Analysis of the development context and emerging development issues in the province to position UNICEF in the advancement of children's rights. - Improving use of public financial resources for children. - Strengthening social protection coverage and impact for children. - Improving data on child poverty & vulnerability for increased use for policy and programme action - Strengthened advocacy and partnerships for child-sensitive social policy. - UNICEF Programme Management - Lead the Gender Equality Agenda - Support to the Evaluation and Research function at PCO If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here:JD_Social Policy and Development Specialist Quetta.pdf To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have… Minimum requirements: - Education: Master or equivalent (Advanced University Degree) in Economics, International Development, Political Science, Social Science, Social Policy, Public Policy, International Relations, Socio-Economic Development, or a related field is required. - Work Experience: A minimum of five years of relevant professional work experience in social policy, social protection, child poverty, public finance, governance, policy analysis, programme planning or another related area is required. Solid understanding of the development context in Pakistan, including the country's decentralized governance structure is a requirement. - Skills: Stakeholder Coordination, Humanitarian Engagement, Process Expertise, Effective Communication, Policy Writing, Information Dissemination. - Language Requirements: English - Proficient/Fluent is required. Desirables: - Language: Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is considered an asset.Developing country experience and/or emergency response experience will be an asset.Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts is desirable. For every Child, you demonstrate... 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 withour competency frameworkand 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 webpageAccessibility | 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 UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially. UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. 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