Child Protection Specialist (Armed Violence)
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, offering diverse opportunities for professional and personal development in a passionate and diverse culture.
Job Purpose
The Child Protection Specialist (Armed Violence) will provide technical leadership for UNICEF Mexico's armed violence strategy, ensuring its development and implementation. This role supports the creation and execution of child protection programs, managing, monitoring, reporting, and evaluating projects within the country program. The Specialist will offer technical guidance and management support throughout the programming cycle, contributing to national and international efforts to create a protective environment for children. This includes safeguarding their rights to survival, development, and well-being as per international conventions and frameworks, aligning with UNICEF's Strategic Plans and results-based management approaches.
Responsibilities
Key accountabilities include supporting the development and planning of child protection programs and projects. The Specialist will manage program implementation, monitor progress, and ensure the delivery of results. Providing technical and operational support to field teams and partners is crucial for effective program execution. Building and maintaining strong networks and partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders is essential for program success. The role also involves fostering innovation, managing knowledge, and building the capacity of national partners and UNICEF staff in child protection, particularly concerning armed violence. This includes advising governments and partners on relevant laws, policies, and institutional responses, and utilizing strong research and analytical skills to translate complex issues into practical solutions. Effective communication and donor engagement in challenging contexts are also key responsibilities.
Work Experience
A minimum of five years of experience in child protection programs is required. Additionally, a minimum of three years of experience in demobilization and reintegration, child recruitment prevention, or child protection in emergencies is necessary.
Skills
Child protection expertise (armed violence, reintegration, social inclusion), Advising governments on laws and policies, Research and analytical skills, Partnership building and advocacy, Capacity building, Communication skills, Donor engagement, Programme management, Monitoring and evaluation, Results-based management