Child Protection (in Emergencies) Officer (NO-1)
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
UNICEF Honduras is seeking a national Child Protection Officer in Emergencies to provide professional technical, operational, and administrative assistance throughout the programming process for child protection programs and projects within humanitarian and/or emergency contexts. This role is crucial for ensuring the safety and well-being of children in crisis situations. The officer will contribute to the development and planning of child protection strategies, manage and monitor program delivery, and provide essential technical and operational support for implementation. A key aspect of the role involves building partnerships and networks to enhance child protection efforts and fostering innovation, knowledge management, and capacity building within the team and among partners.
Responsibilities
The Child Protection (in Emergencies) Officer will be responsible for supporting the development and planning of child protection programs and projects, ensuring alignment with UNICEF's global strategies and national priorities. This includes conducting needs assessments, developing project proposals, and establishing clear objectives and indicators. The officer will manage, monitor, and ensure the delivery of results for child protection programs, tracking progress against work plans and budgets, and identifying any challenges or risks. Providing technical and operational support to program implementation is a core function, which involves advising on best practices, facilitating training, and ensuring adherence to standards. Building and strengthening partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders is essential for effective program delivery and advocacy. Furthermore, the role involves promoting innovation in child protection approaches, managing and disseminating knowledge, and building the capacity of staff and partners. The officer will also play a role in coordinating the Child Protection Area of Responsibility, ensuring effective collaboration and information sharing among relevant actors.
Work Experience
A minimum of one year of professional experience in social development planning and management, specifically in child protection-related areas, is required.
Skills
Child Protection in Emergencies, Programme Development and Planning, Programme Management and Monitoring, Technical and Operational Support, Partnership Building, Knowledge Management, Capacity Building, Research and Analysis, Humanitarian Contexts, Emergency Response, Social Development, Human Rights