Youth and Adolescent Development Officer

Are you a committed, creative Syrian, passionate about making a lasting difference for children? The world's leading child rights organization, UNICEF would like to hear from you.

Post Title : Youth and Adolescent Development Officer {2 positions}

Contract type : Temporary Appointment

Level of Post : NO-A

Duration : 364 days

Duty Station : One position each: Homs, Qamishli

PURPOSE:Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Field Office in Homs and Qamishli, and under the Technical guidance of the Head of ADAP section in Damascus, the Youth and Adolescent Development Officer will be accountable for professional technical contribution to project design, planning, administration, monitoring and evaluation of ADAP activities, data analysis and reporting, and commitment for enhancement of teamwork and capacity building, in support of achievement of planned objectives of the work plan, aligned with country strategy. As Adolescent programming cuts across UNICEF program components – child protection, education, health and nutrition and wash – the incumbent is expected to work closely with other program teams of UNICEF Syria Country Office. S/he will be based in the UNICEF Syria Office in Homs and Qamishli.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1- Programme/Project CoordinationThe incumbent will ensure the availability of accurate, complete and up-to-date information required for effective ADAP programme and project design, implementation, coordination, monitoring and evaluation. Draft sound ADAP programme budgets for review by the supervisor. Undertakes follow-up action on ADAP programme implementation activities and provides input to relevant reports. Drafts changes in programme work plans as required.

2- Project Efficiency and EffectivenessEnhance project efficiency and effectiveness through implementation follow-on, including monitoring UNICEF inputs, local conditions and resources. Communicate with local counterpart authorities on project feasibility and effectiveness Provide analytical inputs to ADAP programme implementation reports and evaluates against established programme recommendations and plans of action. Prepares tables, graphs and other statistical data. Reports outcome of analysis and proposes corrective actions.

3- Work Plan and Project DocumentationAnalyze collected data and information and prepare progress reports; draft changes in ADAP project work plans and assist in the drafting of inputs for Country Programme Recommendation and other project documentation, assuring accuracy and consistency with established rules, regulations and plans of action.

4- Project Implementation Information and DataEnsure the appropriateness of financial and administrative documentation; verify that ADAP project expenditures are within allotments and that data is consistent with the project information and database. Follow up on queries or initiate corrective action on discrepancies. Analyse financial reports to ensure appropriateness of documentation, expenditures are within allotments. Reports to the Chief of Field Office and the Head of ADAP section the outcome of reviews.

5- Knowledge SharingCompile ADAP project implementation training and orientation materials for those involved in programme implementation, including donor and media visits. Drafts relevant sections of reports (required for donors, management, annual reports, etc.) and play a leading role in proposal development; contribute to wider knowledge sharing and generation.

6- Communication and NetworkingEnsure that effective communication and networking is developed and maintained through partnership and collaboration. Collaborate with Operations staff to implement internal controls systems and resolve day-to-day issues or discrepancies in financial management. S/he will collaborate with local counterparts to exchange information on ADAP project implementation and status. The incumbent will coordinate with members of the development community, including NGOs, UN and bilateral agencies in the exchange of information relating to adolescents.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

 First University degree in social sciences, such as social anthropology, sociology and youth development, or relevant degree, with a relevant focus in one or more of the following areas: child rights, child protection, education, community-based approaches, gender, life skills, adolescent development and participation, preferably in emergency settings. At least one year of professional work experience in ADAP or relevant areas of expertise, at the national and local levels. Experience in Education and Child Protection are strong assets, with additional emphasis on working with and for adolescents and young people, program guidance, technical support, networking and partnerships.

 Fluency in English and Arabic.

 Ability to work well in a team and under pressure and in response to changing needs, as well as the ability to plan well, set own targets and meet them.

COMPETENCIES REQUIREDi)

Core Values (Required)

 Commitment •Diversity and Inclusion •Integrityii) Core Competencies (Required)

•Communication [ I ] •Working with People [ I ] •Drive for Results [ I ]

iii) Functional Competencies (Required)

 Applying Technical Expertise [ I ] •Relating and Networking [ I ] •Analyzing [ I ]

 Planning and Organising [ I ]

HOW TO APPLY:

If you meet the requirements stated above, please send your written application to explain your suitability, enclosing comprehensive curriculum vitae, duly completed United Nations Personal History form (which can be downloaded from www.unicef.org/employ) stating telephone number, email address and detailed contact address quoting the vacancy numberto: syrecruitment@unicef.orgor to the address below not later than 18 May, 2015.PLEASE INDICATE THE DUTY STATION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR IN THE SUBJECT LINE OF YOUR EMAIL APPLICATION.Human Resources Specialist

United Nations Children's Fund

East Mazzeh, Al Shafiee St., Bldg. 2, POB 9413, Damascus, Syria.

UN staff that are applying for this post, should include at least two latest Performance Evaluation Reports (PERs).

For additional information on UNICEF, please visit our website: www.unicef.orgUNICEF, is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation. UNICEF is a smoke-free environment.Only short listed candidates will be contacted.