Strategic Scoping, Impact Assessment and Programme Design Consultancy for a Digital Literacy and Skills Initiative for Affected Communities, remote without travel, 2 months, # 594686

Organizational Context

UNICEF operates in over 190 countries, dedicated to saving children's lives, defending their rights, and helping them fulfill their potential. We are committed to promoting the rights of every child, especially those most disadvantaged, fostering a diverse and passionate culture where careers are built and purpose is served.

Job Purpose

UNICEF seeks a consultant to conduct a strategic scoping, impact assessment, and programme design for a potential digital literacy and skills initiative targeting affected communities. This consultancy aims to provide an evidence base to inform UNICEF's decision-making on whether and how to develop, scale, and position such an initiative for future partnerships and investment. The consultant will help answer critical questions regarding the problem to be addressed, target beneficiaries, achievable impact, most effective programme model, required resources and partnerships, and scaling strategies.

Responsibilities

The consultant will undertake a structured scoping exercise to assess the opportunity for a digital literacy and skills initiative for affected communities. This includes defining the potential programme model and identifying expected impact. The consultant will analyze the digital landscape, identifying barriers to digital inclusion and the specific needs of vulnerable communities. They will develop a comprehensive programme strategy, including a Theory of Change, Results Framework, and monitoring approaches. This involves mapping existing ecosystems, identifying key stakeholders, and proposing effective engagement and facilitation strategies. The consultant will also assess resource requirements, potential partnerships, and capabilities needed for successful implementation and scaling. The final output will provide UNICEF with a clear roadmap for potential future programming in this critical area, ensuring alignment with child rights and UNICEF's mandate.

Work Experience

Minimum 8 years of professional experience in digital transformation, digital inclusion, digital literacy, digital skills, or programme design. Demonstrated experience in strategic assessments, ecosystem mapping, programme scoping, and developing programme strategies or implementation frameworks.

Skills

Digital literacy and digital skills programming, Programme and strategy development, Results-Based Management, Theory of Change development, Monitoring and Evaluation, Stakeholder engagement and facilitation, Analytical skills, Writing skills, Presentation skills, Digital inclusion, Humanitarian programming, Programme design

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