National consultant to support to strengthen, document and transition community-based child protection systems (CBCPS)
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 every child's rights not just as a job, but as a calling. UNICEF offers diverse opportunities for professional and personal development.
Job Purpose
The consultancy aims to provide essential technical assistance to selected provinces in Viet Nam. The primary goal is to strengthen the operational capacity and long-term sustainability of community-based child protection systems (CBCPS). This involves not only enhancing current practices but also meticulously documenting the results achieved, the lessons learned throughout the process, and formulating concrete recommendations. These outputs will be crucial for the successful handover of the strengthened systems to local authorities, ensuring their continued implementation and effectiveness beyond UNICEF’s current provincial programme cooperation cycle. The consultant will play a key role in ensuring the sustainability and impact of child protection initiatives.
Responsibilities
Provide technical assistance to selected provinces to strengthen the operation and sustainability of community-based child protection systems (CBCPS). Develop strategies and action plans for enhancing the effectiveness and long-term viability of CBCPS. Facilitate workshops and training sessions for local stakeholders involved in child protection. Document all project activities, outcomes, lessons learned, and best practices related to CBCPS strengthening. Prepare comprehensive reports detailing the progress, challenges, and successes of the consultancy. Formulate clear and actionable recommendations for the handover of CBCPS to local authorities. Ensure that documentation is aligned with UNICEF standards and contributes to knowledge management. Collaborate with government counterparts, UNICEF country office, and other relevant partners to ensure effective implementation and sustainability. Monitor and evaluate the impact of interventions on child protection. Support the transition of CBCPS activities to local ownership and management, ensuring continuity of services for children.
Work Experience
At least eight years of progressively responsible professional experience in social work and child protection, including system strengthening and case management. Demonstrated experience in developing national guidelines, standards, operational manuals, or service models for government or public service systems.
Skills
Child protection system strengthening, Case management, Developing guidelines and manuals, Technical assistance, Documentation, Reporting, Stakeholder engagement, Project management, Child rights, Child safeguarding, Analytical skills, Facilitation skills