Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: India
Closing date:
28 Dec 2016If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you.
For 70 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children's survival, protection and development. The world's largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments.
Major duties and responsibilities:
Ensure the effective implementation of the nationwide survey in accordance with the approved protocol. This includes i) Guiding and supervising organizations that are sub-contacted to implement the survey; ii) Coordinating and assisting therefresher training of data collectors and other project staff that are engaged in the survey implementation; iii) Collecting, compiling, and analyzing reports prepared by implementing partners and preparing consolidated donor progress reports;iv) Paying field visits to monitor the performance of data collectors and other project staff for a quality-control purposeand takes corrective action as necessary.Provide technical support to implementing partners/consultants in implementation of nationwide survey with quality. This includes i) Coordinating a series of TAG meetings ii) Technical review of the quality of training of data collectors iii) Technical support in data quality assurance iv)Regular review and feedback meetings with survey partners//consultants.Provide technical support in preparation of results and learnings of the survey. This includes i) development of factsheet; ii) technical support in interpretation of data/findings iii) development of survey reportsiv) PEER review publications on key findings.Coordinating and maintaining close communication with all stakeholders and partners involved in the survey including MoHFW, representatives from the TAG, external consultants and field staff when appropriate .Provide technical support in disseminating relevant statistical information/survey findings/results at national and international forums. Also prepare presentations and other documents as required.Coordinates the effective and efficient use of UNICEF's resources allocated to the project, including proper and timely disbursements and accounting of funds as per UNICEF financial procedures.Education:
Master's degree in any of the following: Statistics, Epidemiology, Population Studies/Demography, Nutrition, Public Health, Public Health Nutrition, etc.; Advanced degree, PhD preferred.Work Experience:
Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible professional work experience at the national and international levels in designing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating large-scale health and nutrition surveys, handling databases and analysis of data using statistical software such as STATA and SPSS. Working experience with national and international organizations including UN agencies.Language:
Fluency in English required. Knowledge of local working language of the duty station is an asset.COMPETENCIES
Core Values (Required)
CommitmentDiversity and InclusionIntegrityCore Competencies (Required)
Communication [ II ]Working with People [ II ]Drive for Results [ II ]Functional Competencies (Required)
Leading and Supervising [ I ]Formulating Strategies and Concepts [ II ]Analyzing [ III]Relating and Networking [ II ]Deciding and Initiating Action [ II ]Applying Technical Expertise [ III ]TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE:
Specific Technical Knowledge Required [ ]
Advanced knowledge of one or more of the technical areas of UNICEF programmes.
Advanced Technical Knowledge of theories, principles and methods in one of the following areas:
Professional technical knowledge and expertise in Large-scale Population based Survey Design, Survey Implementation, Data Collection, Evaluation Process Management, Programme Monitoring and Evaluation.Nutritional Epidemiology, Nutrition Research, Biostatistics, Biochemistry, Socio-medical Sciences,Public Health & Nutrition, International Health & Nutrition, Public Health & Nutrition Policy and Management, Population and Family Health & Nutrition, Public Health Preparedness, Health Emergency Preparedness.Common Technical Knowledge Required (for the job group) [ ]
Professional technical knowledge/expertise in demography, statistics, and data management.Methodology of M&E, theories, standards and models, quantitative/qualitative/mixed methods, validity/reliability testing of data, data analysis and interpretation, and statistical inference methods.Professional technical knowledge/expertise in Activity Monitoring & Evaluation, Evaluation Design, data analysis, and reporting.Gender equality and diversity awarenessKnowledge of theories and practices in:
Child and Maternal Nutrition and HealthNutrition and Health Promotion and Disease PreventionPublic Health and NutritionEducational Interventions in Health and Nutrition CareEnvironmental Health and NutritionHealth and Nutrition EducationKnowledge ManagementComputer software application, including word processing, spreadsheet and data analysis software packages such as SPSS/STATAGeneral knowledge of:
Methodology of programme/project managementProgrammatic goals, visions, positions, policies and strategies in NutritionPolicies and strategy to address national and global health and nutrition issues, particularly relating to conflicts, natural disasters, and recovery.Government development plans and policiesUNICEF Board endorsed policy papers and agency-wide programmes impacting on nutrition results, e.g. Ending Child Hunger and Under-nutrition, UNICEF Joint Health and Nutrition StrategyOffice work planTechnical Knowledge to be Acquired/Enhanced (for the Job)
Knowledge/expertise of best practices, lessons learned and communication.Understanding of UNICEF's policies and procedures for programming, monitoring and evaluation guidelines.Latest programme monitoring and evaluation theory, methodology, technology and tools.Understanding of UN Mission and system; and International Code of Conduct.Understanding of UNICEF Mission Statement and observance of UNICEF Guiding PrinciplesOther skills and attributes:
Strong statistical and analytical, quantitative and qualitative research skills, preferably in health and nutritionKnowledge of standard computer softwares, internet navigation and various office applicationsSpecialized training in survey and researchAbility to organize and implement trainingDemonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment, and establish harmonious and effective working relationships both within and outside the organizationGood analytical, negotiating, communication and advocacy skillsExperience with and understanding of how government data collection systems work will be an assetIn depth understanding and knowledge of thePublic Health Nutrition / Child and Maternal Nutrition SectorCurrent knowledge of Child and Maternal Nutrition issues, development strategies and programming policies and procedures in development cooperationDrive for resultsUnderstanding of the importance and role of partnerships.Proven ability to conceptualize, innovate, plan and execute ideas, as well as to impart knowledge and teach skillsAnalytical, negotiating, communication and advocacy skills Report WritingOnly applications of short listed candidates will be acknowledged.
Candidates are informed that allapplicationsare subject to background verification which may include academic and professional experience.
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization.
UNICEF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process including application, interview, meeting, traveling, processing, training etc. UNICEF is a non-smoking working environment.
How to apply:UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization. To apply, click on the following link http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=501892