National Consultancy, RISE County Coordinator
Organizational Context
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. At UNICEF, 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
To support the effective design, implementation, coordination, operationalization, technical oversight, monitoring, systems strengthening, and scale-up of RISE interventions, UNICEF Kenya seeks to engage a qualified consultant to provide time-bound technical and operational support across various programme workstreams. Consultants will contribute specialized expertise to support the delivery of defined outputs and deliverables in alignment with programme objectives, government priorities, UNICEF policies and procedures, safeguarding standards, and donor requirements. This role is crucial for ensuring the successful execution of the RISE initiative at the county level, fostering collaboration with local stakeholders and contributing to improved outcomes for children.
Responsibilities
The consultant will be responsible for providing technical and operational support for the RISE interventions. This includes assisting in the design, implementation, coordination, and monitoring of programme activities at the county level. The role involves working closely with county governments, NGOs, and community-based organizations to ensure effective programme delivery and stakeholder engagement. The consultant will also be expected to contribute to systems strengthening and the scale-up of interventions, aligning efforts with programme objectives, government priorities, and UNICEF policies. Key tasks will include monitoring progress, collecting data, reporting on outcomes, and adapting strategies as needed to address challenges in field contexts. The consultant will also play a role in youth mobilization and gender-responsive engagement strategies.
Work Experience
Minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience in education programmes, youth engagement, or community-based development initiatives, with demonstrated experience in field-level programme implementation and coordination.
Skills
Field-level programme implementation and coordination, Working with county governments, NGOs, and community-based organisations, Working with adolescents and youth or marginalized populations, Gender-responsive and inclusive community engagement, Youth mobilization, Monitoring, data collection and reporting, Interpersonal and communication skills, Problem-solving, Adaptability in field contexts, Ability to work independently in remote or resource-constrained environments