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For every child, a champion. 

The Humanitarian Affairs Officer contributes to strengthening and accelerating country humanitarian results to ensure there are needs-based and compliant with Core Commitment for Children (CCC) standards.

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Major Duties and Responsibilities:

Humanitarian planning, coordination and technical assistance

1.In line with the CCCs and in coordination with all relevant section, supports the implementation of humanitarian projects. Undertakes field visits to emergency project areas, to assess local conditions and monitor project progress.

2. Assist the Humanitarian Affairs Manager in the overall management and coordination in the development, monitoring and reporting of Humanitarian Action for Children plan. Keep the Humanitarian Affairs Manager and other senior colleagues informed of programme status and progress. Draft programme/project process reports or briefing notes in support of UNICEF Jordan senior management’s engagement with HQ, RO, donors and humanitarian partners.

3. Assists in the preparation of sectoral input for the country programme documents, plan of action, annual work plans, and other related documents. Provides technical input in the preparation of the Situation Analysis and the Country Programme document, as required.

4. Brings a focus on cross sectoral outcomes for humanitarian programmes and contributes to the integration of gender, disability, climate and resilience approaches into humanitarian programmes

5.Collects and analyses lessons learnt from UNICEF Jordan’s humanitarian operations experience and contributes towards adoption of the best practices and standards for longer-term humanitarian interventions. Assists in identifying longer-term requirements of the humanitarian intervention/operations.

6. Contribute to strengthen necessary knowledge, skills, and competencies to enable JCO and their implementing partners to deliver at scale and reach the most vulnerable.

Emergency preparedness and response

1.  Provides assistance in risk analysis to identify emergency-prone conditions/situations and contribute to early warning and timely emergency preparedness. Identifies formal and informal sources of information. Collects, interprets and analyses all available data on the evolving emergency situation and its implications to the emergency operation

2. Assists in the formulation of plans of action in preparation and response to emergencies. Gathers information on best practices in emergency situations for the preparation of contingency plans. Keeps the effective flow of information and communication crucial for the planning and implementation of emergency measures.

3. In the event of an emergency, promptly assists in implementing the initial operational tasks relating to emergency assistance. Immediately collects reliable information to verify the nature and extend of the emergency with staff, government officials, other UN agencies or local organizations and media.

4. Assists Humanitarian Affairs Manager with assessment of emergency situations: conducts field assessment to evaluate magnitude of the crisis and its implications for children, mothers and the community. Provides input in and contributes toward determining priorities and an appropriate intervention by UNICEF.

5. Participates in implementing the emergency preparedness and response plan as necessary.  Assists in identifying urgent staffing requirements and redeploying country office staff. Follows up with the timely delivery of assistance and procurement of supplies and monitors the appropriate and effective use of UNICEF resources. Identifies problems and constraints in project delivery.  Sends daily situation reports to concerned parties.

External coordination, communication and advocacy

1. Under the Humanitarian Affairs Manager guidance and oversight, interact with government, other UN agencies, NGOs, red-crescent movement, and other partners and allies to contribute to inter-agency programmes and approaches. This include camp level coordination (Camp Management Coordination meetings and any other relevant coordination platform) as well as Amman level coordination (3RP meetings and national working groups as appropriate).

2. Contribute to strengthening humanitarian advocacy for greater humanitarian access and the timely and quality provision of assistance and protection for children and communities. Build CO’s capacities to implement the new Access guidelines and develop Access Strategies in line with the Emergency Procedures requirements

3.Under the partnership team leadership and supervisor’s oversight, consult, co-ordinate and liaise with international, multi- and bi-lateral donors to raise funds for humanitarian related programmes for UNICEF Jordan.

4.Communicates and advocates on the situation and needs of children through local and international media, as appropriate.

5. Supports the organization of high level visits of UNICEF Jordan’s humanitarian programmes

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

Minimum requirements:

• Education:University degree in one or more of the following areas: social sciences, public administration, law, public health, nutrition, international relations, business administration or other related disciplines.
• Work Experience:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a humanitarian related field,
• Demonstrated skills and experience in programme planning, implementation and monitoring
• Demonstrated experience in effective management of staff, partnerships and contracts
• Experience of working with government and NGO partners at the local level.

• Language Requirements: Fluency in written and oral English and Arabic is required.

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

(1) Builds and maintains partnerships

(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness

(3) Drive to achieve results for impact

(4) Innovates and embraces change

(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity

(6) Thinks and acts strategically

(7) Works collaboratively with others

(8) Nurtures, leads and manages people

Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic background, and persons with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. To create a more inclusive workplace, UNICEF offers paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. Click here to learn more about flexible work arrangements, well-being, and benefits.

According to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), persons with disabilities include those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairments which, in interaction with various barriers, may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others. In its Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy 2022-2030, UNICEF has committed to increase the number of employees with disabilities by 2030. At UNICEF, we provide reasonable accommodation for work-related support requirements of candidates and employees with disabilities. Also, UNICEF has launched a Global Accessibility Helpdesk to strengthen physical and digital accessibility. If you are an applicant with a disability who needs digital accessibility support in completing the online application, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). 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 based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. 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, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.

Remarks:

As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.

UNICEF’s active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable candidates are encouraged to apply.

Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions 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.

UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.

All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.

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