Programme Specialist

Job Title: Programme Specialist

Organization: United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)

Level: P-3

Contract Type: Fixed Term Appointment

Closing date: 31 Oct 2023 05:00 PM (America/New York)

Duty station: Suva, Fiji 

The Position:

The post of Programme Specialist is located in the UNFPA Pacific Sub Regional Office in Fiji and reports directly to the International Programme Coordinator. The Programme Specialist oversees project management and implementation and works in close collaboration with the Programme managers, Country Teams; Advisers, M&E team, and Implementing partners. This position will entail travel to Pacific countries. 

How you can make a difference:

UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA’s global Strategic Plan (2022-2025) focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture UNFPA’s strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the 1994 International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) Programme of Action in the last Decade of Action to achieve Agenda 2030 including the SDGs. UNFPA Strategic Plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations, and individuals to “build forward better”, while addressing the negative impacts of health pandemics and climate crises on women’s and young people’s access to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals. 

In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction. UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results.  

Job Purpose:

The Programme Specialist will support programme coordination and management of the Transformative Agenda programme. S/he will manage relevant programme components implemented at the regional and national working closely with the nine country teams, regional team, and regional implementing partners, and provide support to reporting and knowledge management. The Programme Specialist will work within an integrated and coordinated approach, which is fundamental to the Sub-regional Office and UNFPA’s overall strategy. 

You would be responsible for:

Programme Management and Implementation

• Support the development and timely receipt of national and regional annual work plans and budgets from implementing partners and support recruitment of consultants as needed;
• Ensure that financial and narrative reporting obligations are met: SIS reporting, work plan progress reports, amongst others;
• Ensure that regular reviews and adjustments are made based on operational matters to achieve optimum results;
• Bring to the attention of UNFPA management challenges in a timely manner and proposing solutions and alternate strategies for achieving results;
• Provide oversight and technical assistance to ensure that activities in the agreed annual work plans are implemented in a timely manner, within budget and are of good quality;
• Participate actively in meetings and desk reviews and undertaking monitoring missions to assess progress in implementation, including appropriate substantive and administrative follow-up actions;
• Analyze and interpret the political, social and economic environment and identifies opportunities for UNFPA assistance and intervention. Keeps abreast of new policy developments and strategies analyzing policy papers, strategy documents, national plans and development frameworks, and prepares briefs and inputs for policy dialogue, technical assistance coordination, and development frameworks;
• Contribute to the development, formulation and facilitation of programme design and resource mobilisation efforts in close coordination with the Director, Deputy Director, International Programme Coordinator as well as the technical and country programme teams. 

Monitoring and reporting

• Support organization and execution of the TA Steering Committee meetings, Midyear programme meetings, Annual Regional Planning Meeting and other relevant regional meetings;
• Coordinate narrative reporting for donor reports;
• Provide technical support to monitoring and evaluation activities. 

Capacity Development

• Coordinate the development and support the implementation of a capacity development strategy to strengthen overall capacities in the region;
• Provide guidance for capacity building for technical and programme support; and synergy between regional programme and other activities at the country level;
• Provide capacity development support to staff in the priority countries, and to other junior professional staff, associates and consultants. 

Communication, knowledge management and partnerships  

• Strengthen relationships with key internal and external partners, and contribute to high quality interactions and clear communications with regional donors, partners and stakeholders;

• Ensure implementing partners working on related activities are communicating adequately with each other to minimize duplication and enhance synergies;
• Support organization of annual review and planning meetings in collaboration with other UNFPA staff to ensure timely preparation of AWPs and disbursement of funds to implementing partners;
• Provide support to the process of technical/annual and financial reviews of the TA programme funds through the preparation of internal documents to assess progress of implementation;
• Assist in advocacy and policy dialogue to further the advancement of ICPD through sub-regional policies and programming frameworks;
• Coordinate and develop technical and strategic presentations and briefing notes, contribute to speeches, conference papers and other relevant donor briefings;
• Coordinate the development of relevant advocacy and communication/information materials at the regional and national level for the Transformative Agenda;

• As a focal point for knowledge management for the TA programme maintaining a repository of information;
• Contribute to the creation and sharing of knowledge by summarizing and documenting results, lessons learned, successes and best practices, strategies and approaches and identifying training needs of project personnel. 

Carry out any other duties as may be required by UNFPA Senior Management . 

Qualifications and Experience:  

Education:  

An advanced University Degree (Master’s degree or higher) in health, population, demography, gender, International Relations, International Development, or other related social science discipline. 

Knowledge and Experience: 

• Minimum five (5) years of professional experience in programme management and development relevant to sexual and reproductive health, gender and population and development, including three (3) years at the international level;
• Experience in programme implementation, monitoring and coordination;
• Experience in monitoring and evaluation of programmes;
• Knowledge and practical experience in UNFPA’s core mandate, including SRHR, population, gender, and/of adolescents and youth;
• Excellent organization skills and attention to detail, deadlines and policy compliance;
• Ability to work independently and as part of an integrated, diverse team and be comfortable in multiple, high varied settings, and tight deadlines with different work and learning styles;
• Proficient in MS Office programmes; 
• Experience in programme and/or technical assistance with the UN System is an asset;
• Familiarity of the Pacific context is an asset. 

Languages

Proficiency in both spoken and written English.  Knowledge of a Pacific language is an asset.

 

Required Competencies: 

Values: Exemplifying integrity,  Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system,  Embracing cultural diversity,  Embracing change	Functional Competencies: Advocacy/ Advancing a policy-oriented agenda Leveraging the resources of national governments and partners/ building strategic alliances and partnerships Delivering results-based programme Internal and external communication and advocacy for results mobilisation
Core Competencies:  Achieving results, Being accountable, Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,  Thinking analytically and strategically, Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships, Communicating for impact

 Compensation and Benefits: 

This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus cost of living adjustment, rental subsidy, education grant, home leave, health insurance and other benefits as applicable.

Disclaimer: 

UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Fraudulent notices, letters or offers may be submitted to the UNFPA fraud hotline http://www.unfpa.org/help/hotline.cfm 

In accordance with the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations, persons applying to posts in the international Professional category, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.  

Notice: 

UNFPA is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

UNFPA does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next phase of the selection process. 

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PSEA and GBViE Specialist Consultancy

Job Title: PSEA and GBViE Specialist Consultancy

Organization: UNICEF

Job no: 565171
Contract type: Consultant
Duty Station: Suva, Fiji
Level: Consultancy
Location: Fiji/Pacific Island Countries
Categories: Gender Development

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. 

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. 

And we never give up. 

For every child, freedom.

In the Pacific we work in Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Nauru, Niue, Palau, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu: These 14 Pacific island countries are home to 2.3 million people, including 1.2 million children and youth, living on more than 660 islands and atolls stretching across 17.2 million square kilometers of the Pacific Ocean, an area comparable to the combined size of the United States of America and Canada. Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Solomon Islands, and Tuvalu are classified as Fragile States according to World Bank/OECD criteria. 

All 14 Pacific Island countries and territories have ratified the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, but only a third are on track with reporting obligations. Explore the different areas of our work in the link provided here www.unicef.org/pacificislands. 

How can you make a difference? 

In 2018, the Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) adopted a Plan for Accelerating PSEA at Country- Level, with three main priorities: (i) safe, accessible, and dignified reporting that is gender and child sensitive; (ii) quality SEA survivor assistance; and (iii) enhanced accountability, including through prompt and respectful investigations. To implement the global framework on PSEA, UNICEF Pacific has developed a MCO PSEA Action Plan for 2022. The PSEA Action Plan includes MCO activities such as risk assessments of Implementing Partners (IP), development of internal procedures and training of UNICEF and government and CSO IP personnel and strengthening of the organizational capacity of CSO Implementing Partners (IP) in prevention, reporting, referral and investigation.

GBViE risk mitigation, prevention and response is a new, cross-sectoral, commitment, in the UNICEF Core Commitments for Children (CCC) in Humanitarian Action revised in 2020. The indicator “Number of women, girls and boys accessing GBV risk mitigation, prevention or response interventions” is now mandatory in Humanitarian Action for Children (HAC) Plans. Under this commitment, UNICEF aims to (i) mitigate the risk of GBV across humanitarian sectors; (ii) prevent GBV by addressing its underlying conditions and drivers; and (iii) support GBV survivors with access to comprehensive services. As responsibilities for GBViE cut across all sections, UNICEF EAP Regional office has requested each Country office to nominate two focal points for GBViE, one leading on GBViE programming and one working on risk mitigation within sectors (other than child protection).

How can you make a difference? 

The consultant will work under the direct supervision of the Deputy Representative of Programmes, in close collaboration with the Chief of Child Protection, Emergency Specialist and Gender and ADAP Specialist. The consultant will be based in the UNICEF Pacific Multi-Country Office in Suva, Fiji. Travel to other Pacific countries may be required from time to time, specifically to conduct capacity-building initiatives.

Please refer to the TOR for further information on the deliverables and the timelines.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have… 

• Advanced university degree (Master’s or above) in Social Sciences, in particular international development, gender and human rights, psychology, sociology, international law, or another relevant Field.
• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in managing and coordinating programmes related to prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA), child safeguarding, and gender-based violence in emergencies (GBViE), .
• Demonstrated technical expertise in the areas of PSEA, child safeguarding and GBViE programme development, coordination and implementation.
• Experience developing and conducting trainings related to PSEA and GBViE.
• Experience developing organizational policies and procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills: cultural sensitivity; communication; facilitation.  
• International professional experience in several developing countries is required. Experience in working in the Pacific region will be considered to be an asset.
• Proficiency in English

For every Child, you demonstrate… 

UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS). 

To view our competency framework, please visit  here

Remarks:  

UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.

UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for consultants/individual contractors with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the selection process and afterwards in your assignment. 

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. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. 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. 

Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws. 

The selected candidate is solely responsible to ensure that the visa (applicable) and health insurance required to perform the duties of the contract are valid for the entire period of the contract. Selected candidates are subject to confirmation of fully-vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the assignment. It does not apply to consultants who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their consultancy contracts. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. 

Advertised: 21 Aug 2023 Fiji Standard Time
Deadline: 27 Aug 2023 Fiji Standard Time

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Education Specialist

Job Title: Education Specialist (Systems Strengthening)

Organization: UNICEF

Job no: 564685
Contract type: Fixed Term Appointment
Duty Station: Suva
Level: P-4
Location: Fiji/Pacific Island Countries
Categories: Education

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, education. 

In the Pacific we work in Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Nauru, Niue, Palau, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu: These 14 Pacific island countries are home to 2.3 million people, including 1.2 million children and youth, living on more than 660 islands and atolls stretching across 17.2 million square kilometers of the Pacific Ocean, an area comparable to the combined size of the United States of America and Canada. Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Solomon Islands, and Tuvalu are classified as Fragile States according to World Bank/OECD criteria.

All 14 Pacific Island countries and territories have ratified the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, but only a third are on track with reporting obligations. Explore the different areas of our work in the link provided here www.unicef.org/pacificislands

How can you make a difference?

The Education Specialist supports the development and preparation of the Education  programme and is responsible for managing, implementing, monitoring, evaluating and reporting the progress of education programmes within the multi-country programme covering 14 Pacific Island Countries and Territories. The Specialist provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes to facilitate the administration and achievement of results on education programmes to improve learning outcomes and equitable and inclusive education, especially for children who are marginalized, disadvantaged and excluded in society. The Education Specialist contributes to the achievement of results according to plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM), as well as UNICEF’s strategic plans, standards of performance, and accountability framework.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities: 

• Support to programme development and planning

• Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results

• Technical and operational support to programme implementation

• Networking and partnership building

• Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Education:

• An advanced university degree in one of the following fields is required: education, economics, psychology, sociology, or another relevant technical field.

Experience:

• A minimum of five years of professional experience in programme planning, management, policy and/or research in education is required.
• Experience working in a developing country is required.
• Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS) and core competencies in Communication, Working with People, and Drive for Results.

The functional competencies required for this post are...

• Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness
• Works Collaboratively with others
• Builds and Maintains Partnerships
• Innovates and Embraces Change
• Thinks and Acts Strategically
• Drives to achieve impactful results
• Manages ambiguity and complexity

View our competency framework at

http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf 

During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.

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. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. 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.

Remarks:

This position is not considered an elevated risk role. However, UNICEF reserves the right to conduct further vetting/ assessment within the scope of child safeguarding as appropriate.

UNICEF’s active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, are encouraged to apply to become a part of the organization.

This VA is open to internal candidates only.

UNICEF only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/”

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment without compensation if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained or necessary inoculation requirements are not met within a reasonable period for any reason.

Advertised: 03 Aug 2023 Fiji Standard Time
Deadline: 16 Aug 2023 Fiji Standard Time

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Partnership Officer

Job Title: Partnership Officer

Organization: United Nations Volunteers (UNV)

Host entity: UNICEF

Assignment country: Fiji

Expected start date: 01/09/2023

Sustainable Development Goal: 17. Partnerships for the goals

Volunteer category: National UN Volunteer Specialist

DoA reserved for persons with disabilities: No

Accessibility measures in place: -

Type: Onsite

Duration: 24 months (with possibility of extension)

Number of assignments: 1

Duty stations: Suva

Reasonable accommodation: No

Additional accessibility info: -

Details

Mission and objectives

UNICEF promotes the rights and wellbeing of every child, in everything we do. Together with our partners, we work to translate that commitment into practical action, especially for the most disadvantaged children. In the Pacific we work in Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Nauru, Niue, Palau, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu: These 14 Pacific island countries are home to 2.3 million people, including 1.2 million children and youth, living on more than 660 islands and atolls stretching across 17.2 million square kilometres of the Pacific Ocean, an area comparable to the combined size of the United States of America and Canada. Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Solomon Islands, and Tuvalu are classified as Fragile States according to World Bank/OECD criteria. All 14 Pacific island countries have ratified the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, but only a third are on track with reporting obligations.

Context

The UNICEF Multi-Country Office in the Pacific has embarked into the first year of its 2023-2027 country programme, with an expanded focus on partnerships, resource mobilization and donor relationships. Much of the work of UNICEF across the 14 Pacific countries it supports requires adequate attention to monitoring and reporting of progress and demonstrating results for children, which needs to be properly and effectively documented and communicated to partners. The strengthening and diversification of donor portfolios, new engagement with partners and proactive fundraising requires a substantial amount of high-quality writing and reporting in support of the CP implementation. Aside from the regular mid-year and annual reports and donor reports, the production of donor proposals will be stepped up to ensure funding of the country programme.

Task description

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of Chief Planning Monitoring and Reporting or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UNV Reports Officer will: • Provide technical assistance in editing of MCO Annual Report and other country programme documents. • Ensure regular monitoring and follow up of donor reports that are due by maintaining a system for tracking donor reports and proposals. • Assist programme sections in the preparation of donor proposals and in case of emergency situation reports and appeals. • Review and finalize donor reports received from Programme sections, related to the humanitarian and development programmes, as well as the Consolidated Emergency Report (if necessary). • Prepare the following emergency and non-emergency and ad-hoc products such as donor reports, infographics, presentations, briefing notes, and other documents related to UNICEF Pacific Multi Country Office grants • In close coordination with the Planning and Monitoring team, ensure that results-based information from partners’ progress reports and other monitoring tools, are reflected and used in donor reports • In close coordination with COs, Programme, Communications and Partnerships, support resource mobilisation efforts by producing quality donor reports and timely inputs for fundraising proposals • Systematically screen and cross-check internal and external reports, information and communication material for accuracy and consistency. • Any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor. Furthermore, UN Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers programme mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the following suggested activities: • Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance in events that mark International Volunteer Day); • Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country; • Provide annual and end of assignment self-reports on UN Volunteer actions, results and opportunities. • Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.; • Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-arrived UN Volunteers; • Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.

Eligibility criteria

Age

27 - 80

Nationality

Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.

Requirements

Required experience

4 years of experience in writing technical documents, applying analytical skills. Ability to organize, compile and summarize inputs from different writers, provide clarity using result-based languages. Ability to synthesize complex documents into key messages. Experience in project formulation, implementation, and monitoring of humanitarian actions. Experience in developing and implementing visualization of reports / dashboards Strong organizational, self-management and communication skills Commitment to CRITAS (care, respect, integrity, trust and accountability, sustainability) values Experience with editing and proofreading UN documents and familiarity with UNICEF’s style and UN editorial manual desirable. Advocacy and presentation skills. Experience in the context of humanitarian action in the Pacific Region. Familiar with children's rights and gender issues in the context of humanitarian action. Experience in Information Management, including collection, processing, and analyzing data to generate information products.

Area(s) of expertise

Development programmes

Driving license

-

Languages

English, Level: Working knowledge, Required

Required education level

Bachelor degree or equivalent in social research and statistics, social and economic development, international cooperation, communications, Sociology, or another relevant technical field

Competencies and values

☒ Accountability ☒ Adaptability and Flexibility ☒ Building Trust ☐ Client Orientation ☒ Commitment and Motivation ☐ Commitment to Continuous Learning ☒ Communication ☒ Creativity ☐ Empowering Others ☒ Ethics and Values ☒ Integrity ☐ Judgement and Decision-making ☐ Knowledge Sharing ☐ Leadership ☐ Managing Performance ☒ Planning and Organizing ☐ Professionalism ☒ Respect for Diversity ☒ Self-Management ☒ Technological Awareness ☐ Vision ☒ Working in Teams

Other information

Living conditions and remarks

Fiji is a middle-income country with adequate basic services. The UNICEF Pacific office is located in the capital city of Suva. Fiji along with many other Pacific Island countries is known for being one of the friendliest nations in the world. However, security precautions should be taken at all times. Fiji, in general, is a safe country where common sense goes a long way in avoiding risks such as pickpockets and house burglaries. As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment the UN volunteer will be responsible for arranging his or her housing and other living essentials. As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials.

Inclusivity statement

United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

Reasonable accommodation

UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for UN Volunteers with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process and afterwards in your assignment.

Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements

In addition to duty station-specific vaccine requirements, appointments are subject to confirmation of fully-vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the appointment. It does not apply to UN Volunteers who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their contracts.

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