Programme Specialist (Climate Action and Nutrition), NO-3, Temporary Position, 364 days, Thimphu, Bhutan, #00136912

Organizational Context

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. We are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.

Job Purpose

The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programmes, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favouritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, nutrition, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfil their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries.

Responsibilities

Support to programme development and planning; Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results; Technical Leadership and Systems Strengthening; Networking, effective partnership building and working relationships; Innovation, evidence generation, knowledge management and capacity building; Resource mobilization and financing; Emergency preparedness and response.

Work Experience

A minimum of two years of relevant professional experience in programme management, climate action, nutrition, or public health is typically required. Experience in developing countries is an asset.

Skills

Programme Development, Programme Planning, Programme Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, Results Delivery, Technical Leadership, Systems Strengthening, Partnership Building, Networking, Innovation, Knowledge Management, Capacity Building, Resource Mobilization, Emergency Preparedness

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