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, all their rights
Since 1950, UNICEF has supported the most important transformation for children and adolescents in Brazil. UNICEF Brazil with its main office in Brasília and nine field offices UNICEF works in close partnership with national and sub-national government, corporate partners, youth, and civil society organizations. For information of the work of our organization in Brazil, please visit our website: UNICEF Brazil.
How can you make a difference?
Under the general guidance of the Chief Field Office in São Paulo, S/he will work collaboratively with colleagues across teams and with external partners to drive changes in policy and practice; and secure political commitments for children. This encompasses both direct programme work with government and civil society partners as well as linkages and support to teams working on UNICEF programmatic area. She/He will also foster a systemic approach to seeking innovative approaches to serve effectively children in a complex urban metropolis and in Brazil in general build this approach of solid/proven data, alliances and dynamic programming.
Summary of key functions/accountabilities:
To qualify as a champion for every child you will have:
An Advanced University degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, International Development, Public Administration, Economics, Communication, Innovation or other relevant fields.
Fluency in English and Portuguese required. Knowledge of Spanish will be considered as an asset.
For every Child, you demonstrate…
UNICEF’s values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS).
The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…
Click here to learn more about UNICEF’s values and competencies.
Child Safeguarding
Child safeguarding involves proactive measures to limit direct and indirect collateral risks of harm to children, arising from UNICEF’s work, UNICEF personnel or UNICEF associates. The risks may include those associated with physical violence (including corporal punishment); sexual violence, exploitation or abuse; emotional and verbal abuse; economic exploitation; failure to provide for physical or psychological safety; neglect of physical, emotional or psychological needs; harmful cultural practices; and privacy violations.
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 is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. 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.
UNICEF’s active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children.
Remarks:
This job opportunity is presential and for Brazilians nationals only or internal candidates with a work permit for Brazil.