Child Protection Officer

  JOB TITLE: Child Protection OfficerJOB LEVEL: NO-BREPORTS TO: Programme Specialist (BML)LOCATION: Beirut (Mount Lebanon) PURPOSE OF THE JOB Accountable for professional technical contribution to project design, planning, administration, monitoring and evaluation of Child Protection programme/project activities, data analysis and progress reporting, and commitment for enhancement of teamwork and capacity building, in support of achievement of planned objectives of the work plan, aligned with country programme goals and strategy. KEY END-RESULTS 1. Accurate, complete and up-to-date information made available for effective budget preparation, programme and project design, implementation, management and evaluation. 2. Project efficiency and effectiveness enhanced through effective implementation follow-on, with implementing partners. 3. Progress reports and project work plans timely prepared, and effective technical assistance provided: in sharing the relevant information with concerned partners, in the identification of required supplies and equipment, and in the drafting of Country Programme Recommendation and other project documentation. 4. Appropriateness and completeness of financial and supply documentation as well as adherence to established allotments ensured. 5. Knowledge sharing with donors, media and with all strategic partners effectively promoted.  Gender and sex aggregated data and inputs relevant to Child Protection programme provided. 6. Effective communication and networking achieved through partnership and collaboration; and coordination among child protection system actors strengthened.  KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES and DUTIES & TASKS  Within the delegated authority and under the given organizational set-up, the incumbent may be assigned the primarily, shared, or contributory accountabilities for all or part of the following areas of major duties and key end-results.1. Programme/Project Management                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Ensure the availability of accurate, complete and up-to-date information required for effective Child Protection programme and project design, implementation, management, monitoring and evaluation. Draft sound Child Protection programme budgets for review by the supervisor; and provide support for  the sharing of information with relevant partners. 2. Project Efficiency and Effectiveness                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Enhance project efficiency and effectiveness through implementation follow-on activities with various partners, including monitoring UNICEF inputs, local conditions and resources, flow of supply and non-supply assistance and Child Protection project status. 3. Work Plan and Project Documentation                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Analyze collected data and information and prepare progress reports; draft changes in Child Protection project work plans and assist in identification of required supplies and equipment as well as in the drafting of Country Programme Recommendation and other project documentation, assuring accuracy and consistency with established rules, regulations and plans of action, and provide support for consultation with partners as required on planning and implementation of Country Programme activities. 4. Project Implementation Information and DataEnsure the appropriateness of financial, administrative and supply documentation; verify that Child Protection project expenditures are within allotments and that data is consistent with the project information and database (e.g., FLS, ProMS). Follow up on queries including with and by partners or initiate corrective action on discrepancies.  Support maintenance of information system for monitoring gender/sex aggregated data. 5. Knowledge Sharing                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Compile Child Protection project implementation training and orientation materials to promote knowledge sharing with donors, media and all other stakeholders. 6. Communication and Networking                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Ensure the effective communication and networking developed and maintained through partnership and collaboration. • Collaborate with Operations staff to implement internal controls systems and resolve day-to-day issues or discrepancies in financial or supply management; and provide support for orientation and training of Government and all UNICEF implementing partners in UNICEF financial and supply policies and procedures. • Team with local Government counterparts to exchange information on Child Protection project implementation and status as well as movement and distribution of supplies. • Coordinate with members of the development community, including NGOs, UN and bilateral agencies in the exchange of information relating to Child Protection sector; and provide support for strengthening the coordination among child protection system actors including when appropriate the IASC protection sub cluster during preparedness and response to emergencies. JOB GRADE FACTORS  Level 2- The scope of the job duties range from methodical data collection, analysis, reporting to effective monitoring and analysis of project implementation and management, with limited technical decisions on project implementation, evaluation which will impact on project efficiency and delivery. The nature of the job is mostly contributory technical work requiring substantive technical analysis and core knowledge of the functional area. The work makes substantial contribution to the achievement of planned objectives of the project teams and the Section at the solid professional quality level. The supervisor guides and oversees the work process, progress and end-results. - Duties include the review of appropriateness and completeness of financial and supply documentation as well as adherence to established allotments.- Technical expertise is required to analyze data and background information in direct support of the Situational Analysis and updates. - The job requires professional judgement to interpret and apply guidelines correctly; If necessary, recommend deviations from guidelines to programme/project officers, as appropriate. QUALIFICATION and COMPETENCIES ( [  ] indicates the level of proficiency required for the job.)                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              1. Education: University degree in the social sciences, law or child development.  2. Work Experience: Two years of relevant professional work experience, Field work experience, Background/familiarity with Emergency.3. Language Proficiency: Fluency in English and local working language of the duty station.4. Competency Profile (For details on competencies please refer to the UNICEF Professional Competency Profiles.)  i) Core Values• Commitment  • Diversity and Inclusion  • Integrity                  ii) Core Competencies  • Communication  [ II ]    • Working with People   [ I ]         • Drive for Results   [ I ]     iii) Functional Competencies  • Formulating Strategies and Concepts [ I ]  • Analyzing   [ II]    • Applying Technical Expertise [ II ]  • Learning and Researching [ II]    • Planning and Organizing  [ II ]  iv) Technical Knowledge              a) Specific Technical Knowledge Required  (Technical knowledge requirements specific to the job can be added here as required.)  • Essential Technical Knowledge of theories, principles and methods in the following areas:• Strengthening child protection systems• Strengthening partner capacity for protecting children against violence; in emergencies.• Strengthening in respect of harmful traditional practices• Strengthening in improving justice for children and in strengthening social welfare systems. • Use of data and indicators in child protection. b) Common Technical Knowledge Required (for the job group)• Methodology of programme/project management• Sectoral Programmatic goals, policies and strategies• Knowledge of global human rights issues, specifically relating to children and women.• UNICEF policies and strategy in child protection, including programmes in conflicts, natural disasters, and recovery.• Core commitments for children in emergencies (for all Emergency positions)• UNICEF financial, supply and administrative rules and regulations.• Rights-based and Results-based approach and programming in UNICEF. • UNICEF programme policy, procedures and guidelines in the Manual.• Mid-Term Strategic Plan • UN guideline on sexual exploitation and abuse by UN staff and partners.• Gender equality and Diversity awareness. c) Technical Knowledge to be Acquired/Enhanced (for the Job)• Government development plans and policies • Knowledge of local conditions and country legislation relevant to UNICEF programmes• UN policies and strategy to address international humanitarian issues and the responses.• UN common approaches to programmatic issues and UNICEF positions• UN security operations and guidelines.• UNICEF strategic framework for partnerships and collaborative relationships.• UNICEF policies and strategies promoting and supporting gender equality and diversity.