Montenegro: International consultancy for the provision of technical expertise to the Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare

Purpose and Objective

The purpose of technical assistance is to strengthen the effectiveness of the OMTs in protecting victims of violence focusing on children.

The objective of this assignment is to develop an assessment methodology and conduct an assessment of the capacity of OMTs in protecting victims of violence focusing on children.

Methodology and Technical Approach

The methodology will include desk review, analysis of available data, capacity assessment based on surveys, interviews, focus groups and other data collection methods, preparation of a report.

The Consultant/s is/are expected to work both in the field and from home.

Minimum requirements

· Advanced university degree in social sciences or other relevant field;

· At least 10 years of experience and expertise in the area of protection of children from violence and gender based violence;

· At least 3 years of experience in conducting research;

· Previous experience in conducting capacity assessments;

· Knowledge of relevant international standards and research in the area of protection of children and women from violence;

· Familiarity with the local context in Montenegro is an asset;

· Previous work experience with UN will be considered as an advantage;

· Excellent command of either the local language (both spoken and written), or English, while fluency in both will be considered as an asset;

· Strong communication skills;

· Excellent writing skills.

Terms of Reference for the position and P11 form can be found on the websitewww.unicef.org/montenegroor picked up at UNICEF Montenegro office.

If you are a dynamic person who would like to contribute to delivering of long-lasting, positive changes for Montenegro’s children, please apply with a CV, P11 form, financial offerand cover letter by email, mail or fax quoting the position “Assessment of the work of the Operational Multidisciplinary Teams” to the following address:**

UNICEF, UN Eco House, Stanka Dragojevica bb, 81 000 Podgorica

Fax: +382 20 447 471

Email: podgorica@unicef.org

Closing date for applications is 21 September, 2016.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview.