Centrality of Protection Trainings Consultant
Organizational Context
UNICEF operates in over 190 countries and territories, dedicated to saving children's lives, defending their rights, and helping them fulfill their potential from early childhood through adolescence. We are committed, passionate, and proud of our work, viewing the promotion of children's rights not just as a job but as a calling. UNICEF offers diverse opportunities for professional and personal development.
Job Purpose
The purpose of this consultancy is to develop a comprehensive set of training materials to support the organization-wide rollout of the Centrality of Protection (CoP) policy. This involves creating engaging and practical learning resources tailored to different staff levels and functions within UNICEF. The consultancy aims to equip staff with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively integrate protection principles into their work, thereby enhancing UNICEF's commitment to safeguarding children's rights in all its operations. The developed trainings will be crucial for building capacity and ensuring consistent application of CoP across country, regional, and headquarters levels, ultimately strengthening UNICEF's impact for every child.
Responsibilities
The consultant will be responsible for conducting a thorough review of existing CoP training courses to identify relevant content and materials that can be adapted for UNICEF's context, building upon current best practices. A key deliverable will be the development of a 45-minute online CoP training course intended for all UNICEF staff. Additionally, two shorter modules (30 minutes each) will be created: one targeting advocacy, communication, and partnership staff, and another for programmatic and emergency staff. The consultant will also design a 2-day (approximately 9-hour) in-person training on CoP, complete with facilitation tools and techniques, suitable for delivery at country, regional, or HQ levels. Furthermore, a 2-hour in-person CoP session specifically for leadership will be developed, including presentation and facilitation guidance. The consultant will ensure all training materials are practical, engaging, and aligned with UNICEF's mandate and values, facilitating effective learning and application of CoP principles.
Work Experience
15 years of professional experience in humanitarian or development organizations, including program management, training, or coordination. This must include at least 3 years of experience in humanitarian field locations.
Skills
Minimum 5 years of experience implementing or coordinating protection programming/Centrality of Protection in conflict-affected areas., Excellent drafting and communication skills in English., Ability to translate complex technical content into engaging, practical learning., Experience in curriculum development., Experience designing creative, dynamic, and participatory instructional trainings and materials related to protection of civilians or child protection., Experience facilitating trainings, activities, or workshops., Familiarity with e-learning platforms and formats., Understanding of learning theory and behavioral change.