Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Malawi
Closing date:
27 Dec 2016Purpose of the Assignment
The main objective of this consultancy is to provide technical support to ongoing joint activities of UNICEF and the SCTP secretariat of MoGCDSW in the areas of tailored capacity development in the scope of the SCTP scale-up and e-payment system roll-out, linkages creation, identification and piloting of graduation pathways into sustainable livelihoods and general evidence creation and resilience building within the SCTP.
Working with the UNICEF Social Policy section and the Social Support Services Department at MoGCDSW at central and district level and relevant development partners, the National Social Protection Consultant will support coordination and implementation of the SCTP primarily at district level, but also support the central level SCTP sectretariat.
Assignment Tasks
Support the implementation and monitoring of UNICEF supported social protection interventions at central and district level, particularly in the following areas:Tailored technical support towards the SCTP scale-up;Tailored technical support towards roll-out of the e-payment system;Implementation of identified capacity building initiatives;Design and piloting of the SCTP Linkages and Referral system;Identification and piloting of graduation pathways into sustainable livelihoods for SCTP beneficiaries;General evidence creation around the SCTP.General resilience building around the SCTP.Conduct regular field visits to support capacity building measures as well as technical and supervisory support to the district level implementers of the SCTP, including reviewing and monitoring district annual plans and budgets.Expected Deliverables
Monthly progress reports focussing on key areas of responsibility as described in Scope of Work;Tailored bi-monthly review and action plans with identified focus districts on identified focal areas, e.g. Capacity Development, Implementation of Linkages and Referral system, Graduation;Comprehensive documentation of field visits, including District Monitoring Matrixes and Human Interest Stories – to be delivered on a monthly basis.Qualifications of Successful Candidate
Education
Degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies or any other relevant field. An advanced degree in any relevant field will be an added advantage.Years of relevant experience
At least 3 years of professional working experience on issues related to social protection and familiarity with the social protection agenda in Malawi. Expertise in the area of the Social Cash Transfer Programme would be an asset, including experience with district operations, linkages and e-payments.Three to five years hands on experience in the implementation and monitoring of development programmes targeting the most vulnerable. Experiences in working with UNICEF or other UN agencies would be an asset.Demonstrated capacity to work with, support and develop capacity of government institutions both at national and district levels.Good knowledge of Government of Malawi context in relation to the NSSP and MGDS would be an added advantage.Excellent project management and implementation skillsExcellent communication and facilitation skills; fluency in English and Chichewa is a must.Excellent report writing and presentation skills.Competencies of Successful Candidate
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Time Frame : 11.5 months
Please indicate your ability, availability and daily/monthly rate (in US$) to undertake the terms of reference above. Applications submitted without a daily/monthly rate will not be considered.
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 organisation.
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=501934