Re-advertisement: Deputy Representative Programme, P-4, Fixed Term Position, Teheran, Iran (Islamic Rep. of), #00043581

Organizational Context

UNICEF operates in over 190 countries, dedicated to saving children's lives, defending their rights, and helping them reach their full potential. We are committed to promoting the rights of every child, everywhere, through our programmes, advocacy, and operations, with a strong focus on equity for the most disadvantaged.

Job Purpose

The Deputy Representative (Programmes) in Iran reports to the UNICEF Representative and plays a critical leadership role in a complex and evolving regional context. This position is responsible for ensuring the continuity and quality of UNICEF's programming, particularly in nexus spheres, with a strong emphasis on emergency preparedness, response, and recovery. The role involves strategic decision-making under pressure, adherence to Core Commitments for Children (CCCs) in humanitarian action, and embedding conflict sensitivity across all interventions. The Deputy Representative will also ensure cohesive integration of humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding (HDP) nexus approaches to address both immediate needs and long-term structural challenges, thereby contributing to sustained growth and stability of the country.

Responsibilities

The Deputy Representative (Programmes) is accountable for CO programme planning and development, ensuring alignment with UNICEF's global strategies and the specific needs of Iran. This includes supporting the Representative in managing the Country Office (CO) operations, overseeing the monitoring and quality control of all programmes to ensure effectiveness and adherence to standards. A key responsibility is alliance building and UN System coordination, fostering collaboration with partners to maximize impact. The role also involves engaging with the private sector and building partnerships to mobilize resources and support for children's programmes. Furthermore, the Deputy Representative is responsible for driving innovation, knowledge management, and capacity building within the CO, ensuring that staff and partners are equipped with the latest tools and approaches to effectively serve children and communities. This includes embedding conflict sensitivity and HDP nexus approaches across all programme interventions.

Work Experience

A minimum of 8 years of professional development experience is required, combining technical and managerial leadership in international development cooperation. Experience in a developing country is also required.

Skills

Knowledge management, Capacity building, Monitoring, Technical leadership, Managerial leadership, Programme planning, Emergency preparedness, Humanitarian action, Conflict sensitivity, HDP nexus approaches, Alliance building, UN System coordination

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