Individual Consultant for Systematization and Programme Guide Development for the “I Am Music” Initiative (Internationals only), 3 months, Remote, #595132

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 consultant will lead a comprehensive documentation, systematization, and institutionalization process of the "I Am Music" initiative. This flagship intervention utilizes artistic and cultural expression to drive behavior change, social inclusion, gender transformation, protection, and learning among children and adolescents, with a particular focus on girls and those with disabilities. The initiative directly supports UNICEF Cameroon Country Programme (2022–2026) under Education Output 4, aiming to engage children, adolescents, parents, teachers, and communities in promoting transformative approaches for safe, inclusive, and non-violent environments. The consultant's work is crucial for embedding the initiative's impact and ensuring its sustainability and scalability.

Responsibilities

Lead the comprehensive documentation of the "I Am Music" initiative, capturing its methodology, impact, and lessons learned. Systematize the initiative's processes, tools, and best practices to ensure consistency and quality across all implementation sites. Develop a comprehensive programme guide that institutionalizes the initiative, making it accessible for replication and scaling. This includes outlining program objectives, target audiences, pedagogical approaches, monitoring frameworks, and evaluation methodologies. Collaborate closely with UNICEF Cameroon Country Programme staff, implementing partners, and stakeholders to gather necessary information and ensure buy-in. Facilitate workshops or consultations as needed to refine the documentation and guide. Ensure the guide aligns with UNICEF's strategic priorities, particularly regarding child protection, gender equality, and inclusive education. Contribute to the overall reporting and knowledge management efforts of the Education section. Ensure that the developed materials are practical, user-friendly, and adaptable to different contexts. The consultant will report to the Chief of Education and work remotely.

Work Experience

A minimum of 10 years of professional experience in program planning, management, monitoring, and evaluation in developing countries is required. Experience with UNICEF and/or other UN Agencies is also required.

Skills

Program Planning, Program Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, Documentation, Systematization, Institutionalization, Programme Guide Development, Cultural and Artistic Expression, Gender, Adolescent Development, Child Protection, Applied Research

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