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INVITACIÓN PARA ARGENTINA   Les invitamos a participar en la presentación del estudio Latinoamérica indígena en el S. XXI, a cargo de Ede Ijjasz Vásquez, director superior de la Práctica Global de Desarrollo Social, Rural, Urbano y de Resiliencia del Banco Mundial. FECHA: 1 de junio, 2017 HORA: 14.00 LUGAR: Facultad de Medicina, UBA – Paraguay 2155, Piso 1 – BUENOS AIRES Más información en: http://flacso.org.ar/

BRASÍLIA, 22 de maio de 2017 – O Banco Mundial e o Ministério do Meio Ambiente assinaram, nesta segunda-feira, o acordo de empréstimo para a implementação do projeto Cadastro Ambiental Rural no Bioma Cerrado, que é parte integrante do Plano de Ação do Programa de Investimento Florestal do Brasil (FIP-Brasil). Entre as ações previstas pelo FIP: CAR está a promoção do Cadastro Ambiental Rural em nove Estados do Bioma Cerrado e a consolidação do Sistema Nacional de Cadastro Ambiental Rural (SICAR).  A iniciativa conta com o apoio financeiro de US$ 32.48 milhões do Banco Mundial. “O cadastro ambiental rural tem se mostrado extremamente importante para a gestão das florestas brasileiras, principalmente no Bioma Cerrado, que responde por grande parte da produção agrícola nacional, mas cujo desmatamento ilegal é significativo”, afirmou o diretor do Banco Mundial para o Brasil, Martin Raiser, durante a cerimônia com o ministro José Sarney Filho. “O Banco reforça seu compromisso com o Governo Brasileiro e, principalmente, com a agenda ambiental. Estamos realmente confiantes que a nossa persistência em concretizar esta operação trará excelentes frutos para o Brasil”. O Bioma do Cerrado abrange um quarto do território do país (2 milhões de quilômetros quadrados), representados por 11 estados da região central do Brasil. Ao longo de sua extensão, apresenta 23 tipos de vegetação, compostas por savanas tropicais, florestas e pastagens, sendo farta fonte de estoque de carbono e recursos hídricos. Cerca de 42,7 milhões de pessoas, ou 22% da população brasileira, vivem no Cerrado, ocupado em grande parte por propriedades privadas. Através da iniciativa, espera-se que os proprietários rurais familiares tenham suas reservas legais e áreas de preservação permanente registradas no cadastro ambiental rural e que adotem medidas para a recuperação de áreas degradadas deste bioma. Aprovado pelo Subcomitê da FIP em 2012, o Plano de Investimento Brasileiro (BIP, na sigla em inglês) inclui quatro projetos voltados para a melhoria da gestão ambiental e para a adoção de práticas agrícolas de baixo carbono no Bioma Cerado, O Projeto FIP: CAR tem por objetivo promover o cadastro ambiental rural de propriedades familiares em nove dos 11 estados que fazem parte do Bioma do Cerrado: Tocantins, Mato Grosso, Mato Grosso do Sul, Minas Gerais, Maranhão, Paraná, São Paulo e Distrito Federal. O programa permitirá a redução da pressão nas florestas remanescentes, a redução de emissões de gases de efeito estufa (GHG, na sigla em inglês) e o aumento do sequestro de carbono (CO2). Para atingir suas metas, serão promovidas as seguintes ações:Capacitação das Agências Ambientais Estaduais (SEAs, da sigla em inglês), para que possam realizar o Cadastro Ambiental Rural (CAR)Registro das propriedades rurais familiares em municípios selecionadosApoio a Recuperação de Reservas Legais e APPs de propriedades rurais familiares Este projeto é financiado pelo Fundo Estratégico do Clima (SCF), associado ao Fundo de Investimento das Florestas (FIP), e tem vencimento de 40 anos e 10 anos de carência.Para obter mais informações, visite: www.worldbank.org/brVisite-nos no Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/bancomundialbrasilAtualize-se via Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/bancomundialbr Assista o nosso canal no YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/alcregion2010

WASHINGTON, 19 de mayo de 2017 – El Directorio Ejecutivo del Banco Mundial (BM) aprobó ayer un préstamo de US$25 millones de financiamiento adicional al Proyecto de Competitividad Rural (Comrural), para contribuir a incrementar la productividad y competitividad de pequeños productores rurales a través de la implementación de planes de negocio que permitan mejorar y agregar valor a sus productos, así como conectarse directamente con el mercado. El proyecto se basa en un modelo de alianzas productivas basado en cadenas de valor, entre cuatro actores: las organizaciones de productores; las instituciones financieras privadas para que los productores puedan acceder a recursos económicos necesarios para realizar inversiones; los aliados técnicos, que proveen asesoría tanto en el campo como en la comercialización de los productos y por último; los socios comerciales, que garantizan la adquisición de productos y servicios de los productores sin intermediarios. “Comrural es el proyecto emblemático del Gobierno de Honduras para promover la competitividad agrícola en el país y se ha convertido en una parte integral de la estrategia del Gobierno para vincular a los pequeños productores con los mercados nacionales e internacionales”, señaló el Ministro de Agricultura, Jacobo Paz. “Comrural es un pilar de la Alianza para el Corredor Seco, el programa para la seguridad alimentaria y nutricional y del Plan 20/20, para mejorar la agricultura como motor de la creación de empleos sostenibles y el desarrollo económico”, dijo por su parte, Marco Bográn, Director de INVEST-H, la agencia que implementará el proyecto. Además de los siete departamentos del Occidente del país donde el proyecto se implementa (Ocotepeque, Copán, Intibucá, Lempira, Comayagua, Santa Bárbara, La Paz), el financiamiento adicional va a apoyar actividades en seis nuevos departamentos situados al norte, centro y sur de Honduras (Colón, Atlántida, Cortés, Francisco Morazán, Choluteca, El Paraíso). El financiamiento adicional espera beneficiar a 5,500 hogares rurales y financiar unos 70 planes de negocios durante los próximos tres años.  “A través del financiamiento Comrural, el Banco Mundial busca apoyar a las poblaciones más desfavorecidas a mejorar sus condiciones de vida como elemento fundamental para poder escapar de la pobreza”, señaló Giorgio Valentini, representante del Banco Mundial en Honduras. Este nuevo apoyo pone especial énfasis en aumentar la capacidad de adaptación al cambio climático, un aspecto de gran importancia en Honduras debido a su alta vulnerabilidad climática, que tiene efectos directos en el aumento de los niveles de pobreza y la inseguridad alimentaria. El financiamiento adicional apoyará la promoción de mejores prácticas agrícolas, así como la incorporación de nuevas tecnologías que permitan fortalecer la capacidad de los productores para hacer frente a condiciones climáticas cada día más exigentes. El préstamo tiene un plazo de amortización de 25 años incluyendo un período de gracia de cinco años. Contactos: En Washington: Marcela Sánchez-Bender, +1-202-473-5863, msanchezbender@worldbank.org En Honduras: Àngels Masó, (503) 7860.8019, amaso@worldbank.org   Para conocer el trabajo del Banco Mundial en América Latina y el Caribe visite: www.bancomundial.org/alc Conozca más sobre el Banco Mundial sobre Honduras: www.bancomundial.org/honduras Visítenos en Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/bancomundial Manténgase informado via Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/BancoMundialLAC   Nuestro canal de YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/BancoMundialLAC Comunicado de Prensa 2017/250/LAC  

WASHINGTON, May 19, 2017 – The World Bank Board of Directors approved a US$25 million loan yesterday. This loan is additional financing for the Rural Competitiveness Project (Comrural) to contribute to increasing productivity and competitiveness of small-scale rural producers through the implementation of business plans to improve and add value to their products as well as to directly connect them with the market. The project encourages productive partnerships based on value chains among four actors: producers’ organizations; private financial institutions to give producers access to the economic resources necessary to make investments; technical partners, who provide advice both in the field and in product marketing; and commercial partners, who guarantee the purchase of producers’ products and services without intermediaries.  “Comrural is the emblematic project of the Government of Honduras to promote agricultural competitiveness in the country and has become an integral part of the government strategy to link small-scale producers with national and international markets,” said Agriculture Minister Jacobo Paz. “Comrural is a pillar of the Seco Corridor Partnership, the program for food and nutritional security, and of Plan 20/20 to improve agriculture as a driver of sustainable jobs and economic development,” said Marco Bográn, Director of INVEST-H, the implementing agency of the project. In addition to the seven departments in the western part of the country where the project is implemented (Ocotepeque, Copán, Intibucá, Lempira, Comayagua, Santa Bárbara and La Paz), the additional financing will support activities in six new departments located in northern, central and southern Honduras (Colón, Atlántida, Cortés, Francisco Morazán, Choluteca and El Paraíso). With the additional financing, an estimated 5,500 new rural households will benefit and 70 business plans will be financed over the next three years.  “By financing Comrural, the World Bank seeks to support disadvantaged populations in improving their living conditions as a key component of efforts to escape poverty,” said Giorgio Valentini, World Bank representative in Honduras. This new project focuses on increasing the capacity for adaptation to climate change, which is crucial in Honduras given its high vulnerability to climate events, which have a direct impact on increasing poverty rates and food insecurity. The additional financing will support the promotion of better agricultural practices, as well as the incorporation of new technologies to strengthen producers’ capacity to face increasingly demanding climate conditions. The loan has a maturity period of 25 years, including a five-year grace period. Contacts: Washington: Marcela Sánchez-Bender, +1 (202) 473-5863, msanchezbender@worldbank.org Honduras: Àngels Masó, (503) 7860.8019, amaso@worldbank.org Learn more about the work of the World Bank in Latin America and the Caribbean: www.worldbank.org/lac Visit us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/worldbank Be updated via Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/BancoMundialLAC For our YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/BancoMundialLAC   News Release 2017/250/LAC  

IDA Credit: US $25 million Terms: Maturity = 25 years, Grace = 5 years Project ID: P158086 Project Description: The objective of this credit is to provide additional financing for the Rural Competitiveness Project (Comrural), which seeks to increase productivity and competitiveness for small-scale rural producers through the implementation of business plans to improve and add value to their products as well as to directly connect them with the market. The additional financing will support activities in six new departments located in northern, central and southern Honduras and will benefit an estimated 5,500 new rural households. Contact: Àngels Masó, (503)7860.8019, amaso@worldbank.org For more information, please visit here: http://www.bancomundial.org/es/country/honduras    

JULIANA – De 45 años de edad, madre de 4 hijos y emprendedora, Juliana sueña que sus hijos sean profesionales y que puedan ayudar a la sociedad, que sean humildes y generadores de cambio, que sean estables y le puedan dar nietos sanos. Un 46 por ciento de los dominicanos en zonas rurales viven en la pobreza, siendo las mujeres las más afectadas.     “Era muy difícil para mí como madre pobre tener dinero para mandar mis hijos al colegio o tener internet para hacer sus asignaciones. Luego de capacitarme como costurera, en el Centro de Capacitación y Producción Progresando con Solidaridad , abrí mi propio taller de costura y hoy por hoy con mis ingresos puedo darles a mis hijos una mejor educación”, dice Juliana.   Ella ha recibido acompañamiento por parte del programa de protección social, Progresando con Solidaridad, administrado por la Vicepresidencia de República Dominicana con apoyo del Banco Mundial, que busca mejorar la protección social e inserción laboral para más de 1.3 millón de dominicanos pobres. A la fecha más de 180 mil madres han adquirido habilidades técnicas además de recibir respaldo para la mejora de sus viviendas.   MARLENE- Pronto se graduará de maestra y cumplirá un anhelo que la ha motivado desde pequeña: colaborar y servir a los demás. A sus 28 años es supervisora de 10 voluntarias que motivan a más de 500 familias. “Ser voluntaria es algo que tiene que nacerte de adentro pues es una labor de amor”, cuenta Marlene.  Una buena noticia para ella es que no le faltarán pupilos: en República Dominicana, los programas de transferencias monetarias condicionadas incentivan a las madres a enviar sus hijos a la escuela.    DOÑA SIXTA – Tiene 73 años de edad, tres hijas y 5 nietos y es supervisora regional del programa PROSOLI en Boca Chica, un municipio pobre de Santo Domingo. Asegura que este tipo de trabajo le ha cambiado la vida. Dice que ha sido como ingresar a la universidad y hacer una carrera.  “En esta etapa de mi vida he podido crecer, desarrollar mis conocimientos y siento una gran satisfacción de poder compartir con los demás lo que he aprendido. Es como si hubiera vuelto a nacer”, afirma.   IRENE- Es madre y abuela de seis nietos. A sus 60 años, como voluntaria del programa orienta a 50 familias que tiene a su cargo, y se ha convertido en una consejera de confianza en temas vitales. Su deseo es que las madres se mantengan motivadas, que ahorren y ayudarse unos con otros en la familia. “En las sesiones de familia las enlaces voluntarias tratamos varios temas que ayudan a las familias a tener una salud preventiva y que haya una buena comunicación en las familias y también a que se reduzca la violencia”, dice.   Si bien estas cuatro madres pertenecen a diversas generaciones y familias, las une el solo objetivo de seguir progresando y así ayudar con el desarrollo integral de sus hijos, sus nietos y sus comunidades. Lo cual coincide con el objetivo mismo del Programa, que es proporcionar igualdad de oportunidades para todos los dominicanos, fortaleciendo las redes de protección y facilitando la inserción laboral de las personas más vulnerables, con un enfoque particular en las mujeres y los jóvenes.  

World Bank approved today a total of US$19 million for two OECS projects  WASHINGTON, May 25, 2017 – The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved today two important projects totaling US$19 million for the Eastern Caribbean countries of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and Grenada. The US$10.7 million Human Development Service Delivery Project will support improved quality of primary and secondary education, a more efficient social protection system and improved access to skills training in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. The OECS Regional Agriculture Competitiveness Project (US$8.3 million) aims to increase market access and sales for farmers, fishers and agro-processors in both Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and Grenada. The two projects will address key constraints in human development and agriculture sectors. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has made significant human development progress yet poverty and unemployment remain high. Nearly one in two young adults are unemployed, and about 30 percent of the population lives in poverty. Approximately 26 percent of the labor force in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and 11 percent in Grenada is in the agriculture sector, with rural population highly dependent on agriculture for incomes, employment and food security. However, many agribusiness entrepreneurs lack the skills and inputs required to scale up. “The two projects approved today aim at boosting economic opportunities in the Eastern Caribbean by improving education and social protection services for young people in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and creating new opportunities for farmers and fishers in both Grenada and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines by linking them to larger markets for their products,” said Tahseen Sayed, World Bank country director for the Caribbean. “To tackle these issues effectively particularly in small economies, it’s important to think both locally and regionally”. The Human Development Service Delivery Project will increase access to skills training to 1,500 poor and unemployed persons in Saint Vincent, as well as provide training for new principals and teachers, implement the new performance appraisal system, and improve the Technical Vocational Education and Training system.  The project will also establish a new social protection beneficiary registry, roll out a new targeting and payment system and support data collection and analysis for the first poverty assessment in ten years. The objective of the OECS Regional Agriculture Competitiveness Project is to improve linkages between the demand and supply of smallholder produce. Specifically, it will support the development of agro-business proposals and finance the implementation of business plans in areas such as modernizing farm equipment.  The project also aims to train about 140 public agricultural extension officers, improve storage facilities, increase marketing and financial literacy, and mobilize US$1 million in private capital for agribusiness in Saint Vincent and Grenada.The agriculture project is financed by a US$4.3 million International Development Association (IDA) credit for Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, a US$2.2 million IDA credit and an International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) loan of US$1.8 million for Grenada. The human development project is financed by an IDA credit of US$10.7 million. The IDA credits have a final maturity of 40 years including a grace period of 10 years and the IBRD loan has a maturity of 30 years, including a grace period of 9.5 years. —————– Learn more about the work of the World Bank in Latin America and the Caribbean: www.worldbank.org/lac Visit us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/worldbank Follow us on Twitter: @WBCaribbean YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/worldbank  

WASHINGTON, May 25, 2017 – The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors today approved the following project: OECS regional Agriculture Competitiveness project For Saint Vincent and the Grenadines:IDA Credit: US$4.3 millionTerms: Maturity = 40 years, Grace = 10 years For Grenada:IBRD Loan: US$1.8 millionTerms: Maturity = 30 years, Grace = 9.5 yearsIDA Credit: US$2.2 millionTerms: Maturity = 40 years, Grace = 10 years Project ID: P158958 Project Description:  The objective of the project is to increase market access and sales for selected farmers, fishers and agro-processors from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, and Grenada. More information:  http://projects.worldbank.org/P158958?lang=en

WASHINGTON, May 25, 2017 – The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors today approved the following project: OECS – Human Development Service Delivery Project IDA Credit: US$10.7 million Terms: Maturity = 40 years, Grace = 10 years Project ID: P154253 Project Description:  The objective of the project is to support improved quality of primary and secondary education, a more efficient social protection system and improved access to skills training. More information:  http://projects.worldbank.org/P154253?lang=en

Organization: UN Children’s Fund
Country: Brazil
Closing date: 12 Jun 2017

If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world’s leading children’s rights organization would like to hear from you.

For 70 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children’s survival, protection and development. The world’s largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments.

Purpose of the Position

The Marketing Officer (Information and Analysis) will be responsible for all data processing, database management and related activities. The main objective is to constantly optimize processes in order to maximize effectiveness of data entry, data management and increase the success rate of payment processes (debit, credit cards and via invoices, amongst new payment methods that could be explored). Apart from these operational responsibilities, the Marketing Officer (Information and Analysis) will also use the database information in order to allow the team to optimize our acquisition campaigns and maximize our retention and donor value.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities

1.Supervision of Database processes, workflows and performance – Act as Database Manager, running DPO Updates in coordination with vendor and GVA Specialist. Define the creation and accountabilities of system users- Constantly analyze the current data flows and processes and optimize them assuring that the pledges are converted to effective transactions- Reduce the amount of manual interventions in the data administration processes in order maximize the data accuracy. Perform quality checks of the information in the donor database and develop concrete actions in order to improve the data quality- Maximize the data quality of the donor database by increasing the level of available, crucial information and the accuracy of that data- Establish data flows with our external partners with a strong focus on automatization and data quality and constantly monitor the data transfers- In coordination with the Sr. IT Assistant, control data security and confidentiality procedures being applied to preserve database integrity and data security of the donors´ database- Knowledge of the overall design and operating principles related to database administration and financial business process- Search and selection of reliable and cost effective suppliers. Participate in CRC and other administrative mechanisms. Prepare Terms of Reference for quotations and follow up quotation process. Develop, follow up and monitor the agencies and supplier’s contracts and payments

2.Payment processing– With a growing active donor database, it is crucial that the payment processing is constantly monitored and optimized. Given the different payment options that we offer to our pledge donors, it is important these processes are being followed up with a high level of importance- Constantly monitor and analyze the payment processes and take the necessary actions in order to improve the success rates of the transactions- Work closely together with the different banks, credit card companies, utility companies and other providers in order to optimize the payment flows and to reduce the response time in case of problems- Constantly optimize our internal flows and improve the effectiveness and the efficiency of our processes

3.Monitoring and evaluation– Monitor all data related processes and using this information in order to define the necessary measures to improve the KPI’s that are measured- Monitor all payment transaction related processes and using this information in order to define the necessary measures to improve the KPI’s that are measured- Monitor and evaluation the data quality in the database and defining the necessary measures in order to improve where necessary- Audit the database at various levels to produce key metrics and detect data anomalies, and propose solutions- Update exhaustive donor database reporting system periodicallyto support timely decision making of different RM&P aspects related with donors and supporters

4.Data mining and segmentation– Use data in order to understand trends regarding donor acquisition, donor retention and donor optimization- Define segments in order to enable the individual fundraising team to optimize their campaigns and assure a proper contact with each donor according to their status- Use data in order to allow the individual fundraising team to initiate new activities such as legacy giving, middle and major donor fundraising

5.Effective leadership and supervision of the Database team, be them staff or consultants– Provide necessary guidance and information to allow the team to accomplish the work plan- Provide guidance in terms of segmentation, codification, database clean up, set up and enrichment parameters- Ensure UNICEF Financial rules and regulations as well as completion of PAS both own and that of all staff under supervision by deadlines- Use Vision to different administrative and financial processes- Control income and expenditure

Qualificationsof Successful Candidate

Education

– First level University degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications or related field is required.

Experience

-At least one (1) year of practical professional experiencework experience in database management and design and implementation of workflows and processes is required.

– Additional years of relevant experience in the above mentioned fields is a strong asset.

– Experience with Donor Perfect Online, as well as experience in fundraising and in supervising people isdesirable.

Language Requirements

– Fluency in English and Portuguese required. Knowledge of an additional UN Language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Spanish) is considered an asset.

Competencies of Successful Candidate

Core Values

Commitment

Diversity and Inclusion

Integrity

Core competencies

Communication (II)

Working with People (II)

Drive for Results (II)

Functional Competencies

Relating and Networking (II)

Persuading and Influencing(II)

Planning and Organizing(I)

Entrepreneurial Thinking(I)

To view our competency framework, please click here.

Note: Please note that this Vacancy Announcement is open for competition to Brazilian nationals only.

In relation, please note that all candidates who wish to apply to this Vacancy Announcement are requested to prepare and submit their respected UNICEF applications in English language.

*Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.

How to apply:

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization. To apply, click on the following link http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=504968

Organization: The Brooke Hospital for Animals
Country: Nicaragua
Closing date: 16 Jun 2017

Brooke es una organización internacional de bienestar animal, con sede en el Reino Unido, que trabaja en África, Asia, América Latina y el Medio Oriente para mejorar el bienestar de equinos de trabajo, caballos y mulas en el mundo. Al hacer esto, se fortalece el sustento de las personas que dependen de sus animales.

Nuestra nueva estrategia global (2016-21) tiene grandes aspiraciones, y estamos comprometidos a desarrollar programas de alta calidad que alcancen a más equinos alrededor del mundo. La creación de nuestra sucursal de Brooke en América Central BAC) es una oportunidad emocionante para alcanzar estas aspiraciones.

Brooke está buscando una persona excepcional para unirse a nuestro equipo y desempeñe las funciones de Oficial de Asociaciones Comunitarias (OAC). Usted debe ser un/a comunicador/a sensible con la capacidad de influir y también para inspirar a otros en cuestiones de bienestar animal. Es necesario demostrar que posee experiencia significativa trabajando con ONGs que promueven el desarrollo, incluyendo diseño, implementación, monitoreo y evaluación de proyectos de desarrollo local guiados por la comunidad. Necesita mostrar cómo ha utilizado la gestión de proyectos basada en resultados para maximizar el impacto de un programa. Usted deberá de tener experiencia comprobada en el diseño y ejecución de procesos de creación de capacidades, facilitación y acompañamiento a nivel comunitario. Al tiempo que usted aplique su experiencia profesional anterior, deberá de ser una persona creativa, capaz de desarrollar formas diversas e innovadoras para ayudar a Brooke a tener éxito en su misión. Su enfoque flexible se reflejará en sus habilidades de trabajo en equipo, y en su voluntad, cuando en ocasiones, se requiera trabajar fuera del horario de oficina. Sus conocimientos de Nicaragua y otros países centroamericanos serán de gran valor para el desarrollo de nuevas asociaciones y redes. La fluidez en inglés le permitirá compartir y aprender con colegas en Reino Unido, África y Asia

How to apply:

Para descargar la Descripción del Puesto y el Formulario de aplicación por favor visite http://www.thebrooke.org/about-brooke/jobs/brooke-nicaragua

Los formularios de aplicación completados deben enviarse a la siguiente dirección recruitnicaragua@thebrooke.org a más tardar el viernes 16 de junio 2017.

Las entrevistas se llevarán a cabo en la semana del 27 de junio 2017. La fecha de inicio será tan pronto sea posible después de la entrevista y su aceptación al puesto.

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Organization: UN Children’s Fund
Country: Chile
Closing date: 12 Jun 2017

Contract Type: Fixed Term AppointmentProposed Level: NO-CDuty Station: Santiago, ChileSupervisor: DeputyRepresentative

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 child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing 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.

For every child, a champion

The Child Protection Specialist reports to the Deputy Representative for guidance and general supervision. The Specialist supports the development and preparation of the Child Protection (or a sector of) program/s and is responsible for managing, implementing, monitoring, evaluating and reporting of progress of child protection programs/projects within the country program. The Specialist provides technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes to facilitate the administration and achievement of concrete and sustainable contributions to national and international efforts to create a protective environment for children against all harm and to protect their rights to survival, development and wellbeing as established under the Convention on the Rights of the Child, international treaties/framework and UN intergovernmental bodies.

The Specialist contributes to achievement of results according to plans, allocation, results based-management approaches and methodology (RBM) and UNICEF’s Strategic Plans, standards of performance and accountability framework.

How can you make a difference?

The strategic and effective advocacy, planning and formulation of child protection programs/projects and the achievement of sustainable results, contributes to achievement of goals and objectives to create a protective environment for children against harm and all forms of violence and ensures their survival, development and well being in society. Achievements in child protection programs and projects in turn contribute to maintaining/enhancing the credibility and ability of UNICEF to provide program services for mothers and children that promotes greater social equality in the country.

We are looking for a dynamic and innovative Child Protection Specialist to support UNICEF’s Chile programmes in the following areas:

Support to programs/projects development and planning

Program management, monitoring and delivery of results

Technical and operational support to program implementation

Networking and partnership building

Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

Support to program/project development and planning.

Support the preparation/design and conduct/update of situation analysis for the child protection programs/projects and/or sector to ensure that current comprehensive and evidence based data on child protection issues are available to guide UNICEF’s strategic policy advocacy, intervention and development efforts on child rights and protection and to set program priorities, strategies, design and implementation plans. Keep abreast of development trends to enhance program management, efficiency and delivery.

Participate in strategic program discussion on the planning of child protection programs/projects. Formulate, design and prepare’ programs/projects proposal for the sector, ensuring alignment with the overall UNICEF’s Strategic Plans and Country Program and coherence/integration with UN Development Assistance Framework (UNDF), regional strategies and national priorities, plans and competencies.

Establish specific goals, objectives and strategies and implementation plans for the sector/s using results-based planning terminology and methodology (RBM). Prepare required documentations for program review and approval.

Work closely and collaboratively with internal and external colleagues and partners to discuss strategies and methodologies and to determine national priorities/competencies to ensure the achievement of concrete and sustainable results.

Provide technical and operational support throughout all stages of programming processes and to ensure integration, coherence and harmonization of programs/projects with other UNICEF sectors and achievement of results as planned and allocated.

Program management, monitoring and delivery of results.

Plan and/or collaborate with internal and external partners to establish monitoring benchmarks, performance indicators and other UNICEF/UN system indicators and measurement to assess/strengthen performance accountability, coherence and delivery of concrete and sustainable results for the assigned sector in child protection programs.

Participate in monitoring and evaluation exercises, program reviews and annual reviews with government and other counterparts to assess progress and to determine required action/interventions to achieve results.

Prepare/assess monitoring and evaluation reports to identify gaps, strengths/weaknesses in program and management, identify lessons learned and use knowledge gained for development planning and timely intervention to achieve goals.

Actively monitor programs/projects through field visits, surveys and/or exchange of information with partners/stakeholders to assess progress, identify bottlenecks and potential problems and take timely decisions to resolve issues and/or refer to relevant officials for timely resolution.

Monitor and verify the optimum/appropriate use of sectoral program resources (financial, administrative and other assets) confirming compliance with organizational rules, regulations/procedures and donor commitments, standards of accountability and integrity and ensuring timely reporting and liquidation of resources.

Prepare regular/mandated program/project reports for management, donors and partners to keep them informed of program progress.

Technical and operational support to program implementation

Provide technical guidance and operational support to government counterparts, NGO partners, UN system partners and country office partners/donors on interpretation, application and understanding of UNICEF policies, strategies, processes and best practices and approaches on child protection and related issues to support program management, implementation and delivery of results.

Arrange/coordinate availability of technical experts with Regional Office/HQ to ensure timely/appropriate support throughout the programming/projects process.

Participate in child protection program meetings including program development and contingency planning discussions on emergency preparedness in the country or other locations designated to provide technical and operational information, advice and support.

Draft policy papers, briefs and other strategic program materials for management use, information and/or consideration.

Networking and partnership building

Build and sustain effective close working partnerships with relevant government counterparts, national stakeholders and global partners/allies/donors/academia through active networking, advocacy and effective communication to build capacity, exchange knowledge/expertise and to reinforce cooperation to achieve sustainable and broad results in child protection.

Prepare communication and information materials for CO program advocacy to promote awareness, establish partnership/alliances and support fund raising for child protection programs and emergency interventions.

Participate and/or represent UNICEF in appropriate inter-agency (UNCT) discussions and planning on child protection and related issues to collaborate with inter-agency partners/colleagues on UNDAF planning and preparation of programs/projects ensuring organizational position, interests and priorities are fully considered and integrated in the UNDAF process in development planning and agenda setting.

Innovation, knowledge management and capacity building

Apply/introduce innovative approaches and good practice to build the capacity of partners and stakeholders and to support the implementation and delivery of concrete and sustainable program results.

Keep abreast, research, benchmark and implement best practices in child protection management and information systems. Assess, institutionalize and share best practices and knowledge learned.

Contribute to the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure optimum efficiency and efficacy of sustainable programs and projects.

Organize and implement capacity building initiatives to enhance the competencies of clients/stakeholders to promote sustainable results in child protection and related programs/projects.

For every Child, you demonstrate:

Core Values:

Commitment

Diversity and inclusion

Integrity

Core competencies:

Communication (II)

Working with people (II)

Drive for results (II)

Functional Competencies:

Leading and supervising (I)

Formulation strategies and concepts (II)

Analyzing (III)

Relating and networking (II)

Deciding and Initiating action (II)

Applying technical expertise (III)

To qualify as a champion for every child you will have:

Education:

An advanced University degree in international development, human rights, psychology, sociology, international law and other social science field is required.

Experience:

A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in social development planning and management in child protection and/other related areas at the international level some of which preferably were served in a developing country is required.

Relevant experience in child protection and related areas, program/project development and management in a UN system agency or organization is an asset.

Experience in both development and humanitarian contexts is an added advantage.

Language Requirements:

Fluency in Spanish and English. Knowledge of another official UN language or a local language is an asset

Candidates must be citizen of Chile to be considered eligible for this post. Please note that the National Officers(NOs) are locally recruited staff and therefore, candidates are personally responsible for any travel and accommodation arrangements.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.

How to apply:

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organization. To apply, click on the following link http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=504929