UN VOLUNTEER DESCRIPTION OF

ASSIGNMENT

Id 1757009309102336
VMAM Id 1757009309102336
Opportunity Type (Online/Onsite) Onsite
Opportunity Title Child Protection Officer

UN VOLUNTEER DESCRIPTION OF ASSIGNMENT

Host Entity UNICEF
Country of Assignment India
Duty station Guwahati,
Volunteer Category National UN Volunteer Specialist
Number of UN Volunteers 1
Duration 12m
Possibility of Extension Yes
Expected Start Date 06/17/2024
Sustainable Development Goal 16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
Disabilities No

DOA Details
The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child,
everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in
advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most
disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this
commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that
all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full
potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any
Organisation child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic
mission and and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing
objectives evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s
most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all
children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to
sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is
so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all
children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the
Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable
development of nations.
 UNICEF’s Child Protection Programme in India seeks to promote the
protection of children from violence, exploitation & abuse and ensure their
participation in key decision-making processes. It supports the
implementation of the Government of India’s Integrated Child Protection
Scheme/Mission Vatsalya, Protection of Children from Sexual Offences
(POCSO) Act, 2012, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, The Prohibition of Child
Marriage Act (2006), and other child welfare & protection schemes/
programmes to create a protective environment for children and
adolescents. The Child Protection Programme seeks to improve and expand
services to children in need of care and protection and children in conflict
with the law under the provisions of the Juvenile Justice Act and related
Assignment legislation with regard to child trafficking, child labour, child marriage and
context the sexual abuse of children. The programme also works towards
empowerment of adolescents, building life and work skills and their healthy
transition to higher education and productive work opportunities. Child
Protection programmes emphasize the prevention of abuse and exploitation
of children, particularly the reduction of all forms of violence, child marriage
through partnerships with education, health, communication for
development, social protection and other sectors and departments. At the
state level, UNICEF state offices work with state departments, CSOs,
government officials and duty bearers, community members and children &
adolescents to strengthen child protection services, build capacities of
stakeholders and facilitate process of adolescent participation.
 Under the direct supervision of the Child Protection Specialist, UNICEF Office
for Assam and NE States and overall guidance of Chief of Child Protection,
the National UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: • Support Child
Protection Specialist in contributing to the implementation of the child
protection work plan for the Country Programme (2023-2027), with special
focus on the following: o Knowledge management, updating the ECM sites. o
Documentation of the programme in the areas of CP systems strengthening,
violence against children, child labour, child marriage, alternative care and
family strengthening. o Coordination for sharing of information for the CP
newsletter and other reports. o Donor reports and reviews. Furthermore, UN
Volunteers are encouraged to integrate the UN Volunteers programme
mandate within their assignment and promote voluntary action through
engagement with communities in the course of their work. As such, UN
Volunteers should dedicate a part of their working time to some of the
following suggested activities: • Strengthen their knowledge and
understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant. • UNV
and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for instance
in events that mark International Volunteer Day). • Be acquainted with and
build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country. •
Provide annual and end of assignment self-reports on UN Volunteer actions,
results and • opportunities. • Contribute articles/write-ups on field
experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters,
Task
press releases, etc. • Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly-
description
arrived UN Volunteers. • Promote or advise local groups in the use of online
volunteering or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use
the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.
Results/expected outputs: • As an active UNICEF ICO team member,
efficient, timely, responsive, client-friendly and high-quality support
rendered to UNICEF and its beneficiaries in the accomplishment of her/his
functions, including: • The efficiency and efficacy of support provided by the
UNV to programme preparation, planning and implementation, contributes
to the achievement of sustainable results to create a protective environment
for children against harm and all forms of violence, and ensures their
survival, development and well-being in society. Success in child protection
programmes and projects in turn contributes to maintaining and enhancing
the credibility and ability of UNICEF to provide programme services for
mothers and children that promotes greater social equality in the country. •
A final statement of achievements towards volunteerism for development
during the assignment, such as reporting on the number of volunteers
mobilized, activities participated in, and capacities developed. • Age,
Gender and Diversity (AGD) perspective is systematically applied, integrated
and documented in all activities throughout the assignment. • A final
statement of achievements towards volunteerism for peace and
development during the assignment, such as reporting on the number of
volunteers mobilized, activities participated in and capacities developed.

Eligbility Criteria
Age 27-80
Nationality NATIONAL
Aditional eligibility criteria

DOA Requirements
DOA Requirements
Required
education Bachelor degree or equivalent
level
Child Development, Social Development, Social Sciences, International
Area(s) of
Relations, Social Work, Law (International law, Humanitarian law),
specialisation
Economics and Social Policy.

Required experience

Required
3
experience
programme implementation, monitoring and evaluation • Knowledge of
quantitative and qualitative research methods, preferably with specialization
in areas of child rights, child protection and social development. • Developing
Required
country work and/or field experience an asset • Good knowledge of child
skills and
protection, human rights and gender. • Good analytical, negotiation and
experience
communication (verbal and written) skills. • Proficient computer skills (Word,
Excel, Power point, database programs, etc.). • Familiarity with South Asia or
other developing countries an asset.

Language

Language
Language Language skills
requirement

English Fluent Yes

Area of Expertise

Development programmes
Social work

Driving
license No
required
Type of
driving
licenses
 • Professionalism: demonstrated understanding of
operations relevant to UNICEF ICO; technical capabilities or
knowledge relevant or transferrable to UNICEF ICO
procedures and rules; discretion, political sensitivity,
diplomacy and tact to deal with clients; ability to apply good
judgement; ability to liaise and coordinate with a range of
different actors, especially in senior positions; ability to take
ownership; ability to manage information confidentially •
Integrity: demonstrate the values and ethical standards of
the UN and UNICEF ICO in daily activities and behaviors
while acting without consideration of personal gains; resist
undue political pressure in decision-making; stand by
decisions that are in the organization’s interest; take prompt
action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behaviour;
does not abuse power or authority. • Teamwork and respect
for diversity: ability to operate effectively across
organizational boundaries; excellent interpersonal skills;
ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and
harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-
ethnic, mixed-gender environment with sensitivity and
respect for diversity; sensitivity and adaptability to culture,
gender, religion, nationality and age; commitment to
implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the
equal participation and full involvement of women and men
in all aspects of UN operations; ability to achieve common
goals and provide guidance or training to colleagues; •
Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and
willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new
Competencies developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to
and values changes in work environment. • Planning and organizing:
effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability
to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely
manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate
and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with
conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent
projects/activities; • Communication: proven interpersonal
skills; good spoken and written communication skills,
including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability
to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions
concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations;
ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including
national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts
and local interlocutors coming from very diverse
backgrounds; capacity to transfer information and
knowledge to a wide range of different target groups; •
Flexibility: adaptability and ability to live and work in
potentially hazardous and remote conditions, involving
physical hardship and little comfort; to operate
independently in austere environments for protracted
periods; willingness to travel within the area of operations
and to transfer to other duty stations within the area of
operations as necessary; • Genuine commitment towards
the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes
solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and
commitment towards UNICEF ICO’s mission and vision, as
well as to the UN Core Values. Competencies: Commitment,
Drive for Results, Embracing Diversity, Integrity, Self-
Awareness and Self-Regulation, Teamwork
Other information
Living conditions and other remarks
Guwahati is the capital of Assam State. The gateway to the northeast and the largest and
most cosmopolitan city in the region, Guwahati serves as the starting block for most
Northeast itineraries. There is its culturalism and diversity to make it a wonderful place to
live, but then there is also the cost of living which as UNV need to maintain. As this is a
national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging
his/her own housing and other living essentials. This position is based in Guwahati. National
UN Volunteers are part of the malicious insurance plan. National UN Volunteers are
expected to be culturally sensitive and adjust to the prevailing culture and traditions. The
contract lasts for the period indicated above with possibility of extensions subject to
availability of funding, operational necessity and satisfactory performance. However, there
is no expectation of renewal of the assignment. The applicable Volunteer Living Allowance
is provided monthly to cover housing, utilities and normal cost of living expenses. Life,
health and permanent disability insurance are included (health insurance for up to 3
dependents - except for UN Community Volunteers), as well as final repatriation (if
applicable). For information specific to your assignment please see below: • Monthly
Voluntary Living Allowance (VLA): INR 50,604.24 • Entry lump sum (one-time payment):
USD 400 (equivalent in INR) • Travel ticket if/when moving to duty station: USD 200
(equivalent in INR) • Exit allowance (paid on successful completion of the assignment): 1
VLA/12 Months • Medical and life insurance Cigna Private Insurance Leave entitlements: •
Annual leave: 2.5 days accrued per calendar month • Certified sick leave: 30 days •
Uncertified sick leave: 7 days • Learning leave: 10 working days per consecutive 12
months • Maternity leave: 16 weeks • Paternity leaves: 10 days You can check full
entitlements at https://app.unv.org/calculator . UNV will provide, together with the offer of
assignment, a copy of the Conditions of Service, including Code of conduct, to the
successful candidate. The complete UN Volunteer Conditions of Service is available at
https://explore.unv.org/cos.”
https://www.unv.org/