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Internal/External Vacancy Announcement: Information Management Officer
(Education Cluster), NO-A, Fixed Term- Juba South Sudan ( Open to South Sudanese Only)

Job no: 566028

Position type: Fixed Term Appointment

Location: South Sudan Division/Equivalent: Nairobi Regn'l(ESARO)

School/Unit: South Sudan

Department/Office: Juba, South Sudan

Categories: Education

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s
most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights.
To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere,
every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, Future

Humanitarian action is of fundamental importance to UNICEF and encompasses
interventions aimed at saving lives, alleviating suffering, maintaining human dignity,
and protecting the rights of affected populations wherever there are humanitarian needs,
as well as interventions addressing underlying risks and causes of vulnerability to disasters,
fragility and conflict. UNICEF’s humanitarian action is guided by the Core Commitments for
Children in Humanitarian Action (CCCs) which set organizational, programmatic and
operational commitments and benchmarks against which UNICEF holds itself accountable
for the coverage, quality and equity of its humanitarian action and advocacy and
which are mandatory for all UNICEF personnel.

Furthermore, UNICEF is committed to support humanitarian coordination through the
cluster approach. Introduced as part of the humanitarian reform, the cluster approach,
aims at ensuring clear leadership, predictability, and accountability in international
responses to humanitarian emergencies by clarifying the division of labor among
organizations and better defining their roles and responsibilities within the different
sectors involved in the response. As a member of the IASC, UNICEF work along with
national and local stakeholders (including national and local authorities, CSOs,
and communities) to support humanitarian coordination and to improve the collective
impact of humanitarian response. Whether the cluster approach is activated or not,
UNICEF plays a key role in both global and country-level interagency coordination
for its areas of programmatic responsibility. As Cluster Lead Agency (CLA) for Nutrition,
WASH, Education (co-led), and Child Protection Area of Responsibility (AoR)
within the Protection Cluster, UNICEF is committed to fulfil the core functions
defined by the IASC when the clusters are activated or when UNICEF is asked
to support sectoral coordination.

Purpose of the job:

Under the overall direction and guidance of the Education Manager/ Specialist,
the IM Officer (Education Cluster) will manage the IM function of the Cluster/ Sector/
Group at the national and sub-national level. They are responsible for ensuring IM
processes effectively contribute to a well-coordinated, strategic, adequate, coherent,
effective response by participants in the Cluster that is accountable to those who are
affected by the emergency. In their effort to enable an efficient and effective
response to the humanitarian crisis, the IM Officer (Education Cluster) is
responsible for managing the collection, analysis and sharing of information
that is essential for the national and sub-national Cluster participants to make informed,
evidence-based, strategic decisions.

How can you make a difference?

Key function, accountabilities, and related duties/ tasks

•  The post holder is responsible for supporting the information management
• (IM) function to enable the effective functioning of the Cluster at national
• and sub-national levels, and the achievement of the core cluster functions,
• throughout the Humanitarian Programme Cycle (HPC) to facilitate a
• timely and effective Cluster response.
•  The postholder's main tasks and responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
• • Promote harmonized and coordinated approaches to IM across partners,                                                                                                      AoRs/ Clusters/ Sectors/ Working Groups and OCHA at National and sub-national level.

  IM function support

  •  Implement an IM strategy and data collection and analysis plan at National                                                                                                     and sub-national level that consider the information needs of stakeholders                                                                                                     and that are compliant with standards and protocols for ethical data and                                                                                             information management and that is aligned with the national level IM strategy and plan,
  •  Implement regular secondary data reviews and primary data collection                                                                                                           including designing questionnaires using appropriate tools,
  •  Conduct data processing including organizing, cleaning, triangulating,                                                                                                 evaluating, and validating the data,
  •  Analyse data to meet identified information needs of sub-national                                                                                                              Cluster Group members and other stakeholders,
  •  Create accurate, quality, and timely information                                                                                                                                     products that are in line with agreed style guides,
  •  Disseminate information and information products through appropriate channels,
  •  Maintain and ensure the accessibility of a common and shared secure storage system,
  •  Gather feedback on IM products and use to make improvements.

  Needs assessment and analysis

  •  Working collaboratively with other members of the Cluster at national                                                                                                                  and sub-national level, contribute to the planning and implementation                                                                                                             of needs assessment and analysis, including joint assessments and analysis, as requested,
  •  Collect information on economic needs, markets, and price monitoring                                                                                                             to support the equal consideration and use of all programme delivery                                                                                                   modalities (in-kind, cash, voucher and services) as relevant at sub-national level,
  •  Work with sub-national Cluster participants to identify information gaps,                                                                                                      agree and implement ways to bridge those gaps by providing technical support to partners,
  •  Analyse needs assessment data to provide required information for                                                                                                                the HNO including estimating People in Need (PIN),
  •  Contribute to the comparison and alignment of joint needs analysis                                                                                                            findings with other AoRs/ Clusters/ Sectors/ Working Groups and                                                                                                          participate in developing reports as relevant at sub-national level.

  Strategic response planning

  •  Implement partner presence mapping at national and sub-national level,
  •  Contribute to strategic planning, response prioritization and the                                                                                                                development of the HRP or other response plans as relevant,                                                                                                                   including the formulation of objectives, indicators and targets,                                                                                                            prioritizing response modalities and activities, identifying and                                                                                                               quantifying inputs and the curation of data.

  Resource mobilization

  •  Monitor and analyse the national and sub-national Cluster                                                                                                                       financial situation and support financial tracking,
  •  Support and advocate with Cluster partners for                                                                                                                                       financial reporting on the Financial Tracking Service (FTS),
  •  Support evidence-based advocacy and resource mobilization                                                                                                                            by providing accurate, relevant and timely data, information and information products.

  Implementation and monitoring

  •  Implement and maintain a National and sub-national Cluster monitoring                                                                                                       plan and associated databases, including a response monitoring                                                                                                           (3/4/5Ws) database that is in line with and contributes to national level databases,
  •  Ensure the National and sub-national Cluster/ Sector/ Working                                                                                                                   Group monitoring plan, and 3/4/5Ws include programme delivery                                                                                                         modalities (in-kind, cash, voucher and services),
  •  Support national and sub-national Cluster members to contribute                                                                                                              timely and quality periodic monitoring reports on Cluster/ Sector/                                                                                                                 Working Group and OCHA platforms,
  •  Support monitoring in the areas of information flows, dissemination,                                                                                                   processing, analysis and dissemination,
  •  Contribute to quantitative and qualitative gap and coverage analysis                                                                                                                 to identify spatial and temporal gaps, overlaps and coverage of the                                                                                                              sub-national Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group humanitarian response,
  •  Monitor adherence to relevant sector quality standards,                                                                                                                              regulations and codes at sub-national level.

  Operational peer review and evaluation

  •  Participate in the annual cluster coordination                                                                                                                                           performance monitoring (CCPM) exercise and annual review,
  •  Contribute to sectoral and broader humanitarian evaluations.

  Accountability to affected people

  •  Be accountable to affected populations by encouraging the                                                                                                                  meaningful participation of affected people, maintaining an effective                                                                                                        feedback mechanism and handling complaints appropriately, by ensuring                                                                                                        data about the most vulnerable is systematically collected and analysed,                                                                                                             and by encouraging partners to work accountably,
  •  Ensure the inclusion of cross cutting issues (age, child protection, disability,                                                                                               gender, gender-based violence (GBV) mitigation and response and HIV & AIDS)                                                                                                in Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group data collection, analysis and dissemination,
  •  Adhere to child safeguarding and PSEA policies including procedures for                                                                                               challenging and reporting incidents.

  Strengthen national and local capacity

  •  Support or implement actions to strengthen local and national leadership                                                                                                       and capacity by encouraging participation of local and national actors in                                                                                                          the IM activities of the sub-national Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group and                                                                                                  providing support to partners to overcome technical and operational                                                                                                     challenges in participating in IM activities,
  •  Implement an IM capacity assessment and capacity development plan for                                                                                                           sub-national Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group partners.

  To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...

  Recruitment Qualifications

  Education:

  •  A university degree in one of the following fields is required:                                                                                                             Information Management or Information Systems, GIS Information                                                                                                    Technologies, Computer Science, Statistics, Social Sciences, or another                                                                                                          subject area relevant to Information Management or to the Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group.
  •  Formal training in AoR/ Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group Information                                                                                                         Management or an advanced university degree are considered an added advantage.

  Experience:

  •  A minimum of 1 year of professional experience in information management,                                                                                                        data management, geographical information systems, assessments,                                                                                                      situation analysis and/or PM&E with the UN and/or NGO is required.
  •  Experience in demonstrating strong information management skills                                                                                                                   in a professional context is essential for this post.
  •  Experience in a humanitarian context is required.
  •  Experience working in the humanitarian coordination system is considered an asset.
  •  Extensive work experience outside the humanitarian sector                                                                                                                         which is relevant to this post may be considered in lieu of humanitarian experience.

  Language Requirements: Fluency in English and the official UN language                                                                                                                of the duty station are required. Knowledge of other official UN languages is considered an asset.

  IM Competencies

  •  Applies Humanitarian Principles, Standards and Guidelines (1)
  •  Applies Key EiE Concepts and Tools (1)
  •  Manages Education Programmes (1)
  •  Operates Safely and Securely (1)
  •  Demonstrates Commitment to a Coordinated Response (1)
  •  Promotes Cooperation and Collaboration (1)
  •  Demonstrates Accountability (1)
  •  Promotes Inclusion (1)
  •  Provides Reliable Support to the Cluster (1)
  •  Collects, Collates and Analyses Relevant Data (1)
  •  Handles and Stores Data Efficiently and Sensitively (1)
  •  Communicates and Disseminates Information (1)
  •  Monitors the Response (1)
  •  Strengthens National Capacity to Respond and Lead (1)

  For every Child, you demonstrate...

  UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust,                                                                                                                                    Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it.                                                                                              Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

  UNICEF competencies required for this post are...

  (1) Builds and maintains partnerships(2) Demonstrates self-awareness                                                             
  and ethical awareness(3)Drive to achieve results for impact(4)Innovates and
  embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6)Thinks and
  acts strategically(7)Works collaboratively with others.

  During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the
  competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency
  framework and its different levels: competency framework here.

  UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our
  global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF
  family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age,
  disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic
  background, or any other personal characteristic. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff,
  including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation
  for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working
  arrangements. UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible
  with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual
  exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.
  UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.
  All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks,
  and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
  Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and
  employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide
  additional information to conduct a background check.

  Remarks:

  UNICEF’s active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical
  to deliver the best results for children. For this position,
  eligible and suitable FEMALE CANDIDATES are encouraged to apply.

  Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF
  are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an
  assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of
  appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained,
  or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

  Advertised: Sep 20 2023 E. Africa Standard Time

  Application close: Oct 04 2023 E. Africa Standard Time

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    Internal/External Vacancy Announcement: Information
    Management Officer (Education Cluster), NO-A, Fixed Term- Juba South Sudan ( Open to South Sudanese Only) in South Sudan

    Under the overall direction and guidance of the Education Manager/
    Specialist, the IM Officer (Education Cluster) will manage the IM
    function of the Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group at the national and
    sub-national level. They are responsible for ensuring IM processes
    effectively contribute to a well-coordinated, strategic, adequate, coherent,
    and effective response by participants in the Cluster that is accountable to
    those who are affected by the emergency.

  
  
  

Coordination and representation

•  As a member of the coordination team, contribute to the effective roll out
• and monitoring of the core cluster functions (as outlined by the IASC
• Reference Module) and to the Humanitarian Programme Cycle (HNO, HRP and CCPM),
•  Support the Cluster IM function and coordinate with others within the function to
• ensure effective communication, reporting and engagement,
• Actively engage with other IMs through relevant IMWGs, including
• participating in the Cluster IMWG and representing the Cluster on the
• inter-cluster IMWG as relevant at National and sub-national level groups,

Internal/External Vacancy Announcement: Information Management Officer
(Education Cluster), NO-A, Fixed Term- Juba South Sudan ( Open to South Sudanese Only)

Job no: 566028

Position type: Fixed Term Appointment

Location: South Sudan Division/Equivalent: Nairobi Regn'l(ESARO)

School/Unit: South Sudan

Department/Office: Juba, South Sudan

Categories: Education

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s
most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights.
To help them fulfill their potential.

Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere,
every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up.

For every child, Future

Humanitarian action is of fundamental importance to UNICEF and encompasses
interventions aimed at saving lives, alleviating suffering, maintaining human dignity,
and protecting the rights of affected populations wherever there are humanitarian needs,
as well as interventions addressing underlying risks and causes of vulnerability to disasters,
fragility and conflict. UNICEF’s humanitarian action is guided by the Core Commitments for
Children in Humanitarian Action (CCCs) which set organizational, programmatic and
operational commitments and benchmarks against which UNICEF holds itself accountable
for the coverage, quality and equity of its humanitarian action and advocacy and
which are mandatory for all UNICEF personnel.

Furthermore, UNICEF is committed to support humanitarian coordination through the
cluster approach. Introduced as part of the humanitarian reform, the cluster approach,
aims at ensuring clear leadership, predictability, and accountability in international
responses to humanitarian emergencies by clarifying the division of labor among
organizations and better defining their roles and responsibilities within the different
sectors involved in the response. As a member of the IASC, UNICEF work along with
national and local stakeholders (including national and local authorities, CSOs,
and communities) to support humanitarian coordination and to improve the collective
impact of humanitarian response. Whether the cluster approach is activated or not,
UNICEF plays a key role in both global and country-level interagency coordination
for its areas of programmatic responsibility. As Cluster Lead Agency (CLA) for Nutrition,
WASH, Education (co-led), and Child Protection Area of Responsibility (AoR)
within the Protection Cluster, UNICEF is committed to fulfil the core functions
defined by the IASC when the clusters are activated or when UNICEF is asked
to support sectoral coordination.

Purpose of the job:

Under the overall direction and guidance of the Education Manager/ Specialist,
the IM Officer (Education Cluster) will manage the IM function of the Cluster/ Sector/
Group at the national and sub-national level. They are responsible for ensuring IM
processes effectively contribute to a well-coordinated, strategic, adequate, coherent,
effective response by participants in the Cluster that is accountable to those who are
affected by the emergency. In their effort to enable an efficient and effective
response to the humanitarian crisis, the IM Officer (Education Cluster) is
responsible for managing the collection, analysis and sharing of information
that is essential for the national and sub-national Cluster participants to make informed,
evidence-based, strategic decisions.

How can you make a difference?

Key function, accountabilities, and related duties/ tasks

•  The post holder is responsible for supporting the information management
• (IM) function to enable the effective functioning of the Cluster at national
• and sub-national levels, and the achievement of the core cluster functions,
• throughout the Humanitarian Programme Cycle (HPC) to facilitate a
• timely and effective Cluster response.
•  The postholder's main tasks and responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
• • Promote harmonized and coordinated approaches to IM across partners,                                                                                                      AoRs/ Clusters/ Sectors/ Working Groups and OCHA at National and sub-national level.

  IM function support

  •  Implement an IM strategy and data collection and analysis plan at National                                                                                                     and sub-national level that consider the information needs of stakeholders                                                                                                     and that are compliant with standards and protocols for ethical data and                                                                                             information management and that is aligned with the national level IM strategy and plan,
  •  Implement regular secondary data reviews and primary data collection                                                                                                           including designing questionnaires using appropriate tools,
  •  Conduct data processing including organizing, cleaning, triangulating,                                                                                                 evaluating, and validating the data,
  •  Analyse data to meet identified information needs of sub-national                                                                                                              Cluster Group members and other stakeholders,
  •  Create accurate, quality, and timely information                                                                                                                                     products that are in line with agreed style guides,
  •  Disseminate information and information products through appropriate channels,
  •  Maintain and ensure the accessibility of a common and shared secure storage system,
  •  Gather feedback on IM products and use to make improvements.

  Needs assessment and analysis

  •  Working collaboratively with other members of the Cluster at national                                                                                                                  and sub-national level, contribute to the planning and implementation                                                                                                             of needs assessment and analysis, including joint assessments and analysis, as requested,
  •  Collect information on economic needs, markets, and price monitoring                                                                                                             to support the equal consideration and use of all programme delivery                                                                                                   modalities (in-kind, cash, voucher and services) as relevant at sub-national level,
  •  Work with sub-national Cluster participants to identify information gaps,                                                                                                      agree and implement ways to bridge those gaps by providing technical support to partners,
  •  Analyse needs assessment data to provide required information for                                                                                                                the HNO including estimating People in Need (PIN),
  •  Contribute to the comparison and alignment of joint needs analysis                                                                                                            findings with other AoRs/ Clusters/ Sectors/ Working Groups and                                                                                                          participate in developing reports as relevant at sub-national level.

  Strategic response planning

  •  Implement partner presence mapping at national and sub-national level,
  •  Contribute to strategic planning, response prioritization and the                                                                                                                development of the HRP or other response plans as relevant,                                                                                                                   including the formulation of objectives, indicators and targets,                                                                                                            prioritizing response modalities and activities, identifying and                                                                                                               quantifying inputs and the curation of data.

  Resource mobilization

  •  Monitor and analyse the national and sub-national Cluster                                                                                                                       financial situation and support financial tracking,
  •  Support and advocate with Cluster partners for                                                                                                                                       financial reporting on the Financial Tracking Service (FTS),
  •  Support evidence-based advocacy and resource mobilization                                                                                                                            by providing accurate, relevant and timely data, information and information products.

  Implementation and monitoring

  •  Implement and maintain a National and sub-national Cluster monitoring                                                                                                       plan and associated databases, including a response monitoring                                                                                                           (3/4/5Ws) database that is in line with and contributes to national level databases,
  •  Ensure the National and sub-national Cluster/ Sector/ Working                                                                                                                   Group monitoring plan, and 3/4/5Ws include programme delivery                                                                                                         modalities (in-kind, cash, voucher and services),
  •  Support national and sub-national Cluster members to contribute                                                                                                              timely and quality periodic monitoring reports on Cluster/ Sector/                                                                                                                 Working Group and OCHA platforms,
  •  Support monitoring in the areas of information flows, dissemination,                                                                                                   processing, analysis and dissemination,
  •  Contribute to quantitative and qualitative gap and coverage analysis                                                                                                                 to identify spatial and temporal gaps, overlaps and coverage of the                                                                                                              sub-national Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group humanitarian response,
  •  Monitor adherence to relevant sector quality standards,                                                                                                                              regulations and codes at sub-national level.

  Operational peer review and evaluation

  •  Participate in the annual cluster coordination                                                                                                                                           performance monitoring (CCPM) exercise and annual review,
  •  Contribute to sectoral and broader humanitarian evaluations.

  Accountability to affected people

  •  Be accountable to affected populations by encouraging the                                                                                                                  meaningful participation of affected people, maintaining an effective                                                                                                        feedback mechanism and handling complaints appropriately, by ensuring                                                                                                        data about the most vulnerable is systematically collected and analysed,                                                                                                             and by encouraging partners to work accountably,
  •  Ensure the inclusion of cross cutting issues (age, child protection, disability,                                                                                               gender, gender-based violence (GBV) mitigation and response and HIV & AIDS)                                                                                                in Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group data collection, analysis and dissemination,
  •  Adhere to child safeguarding and PSEA policies including procedures for                                                                                               challenging and reporting incidents.

  Strengthen national and local capacity

  •  Support or implement actions to strengthen local and national leadership                                                                                                       and capacity by encouraging participation of local and national actors in                                                                                                          the IM activities of the sub-national Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group and                                                                                                  providing support to partners to overcome technical and operational                                                                                                     challenges in participating in IM activities,
  •  Implement an IM capacity assessment and capacity development plan for                                                                                                           sub-national Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group partners.

  To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have...

  Recruitment Qualifications

  Education:

  •  A university degree in one of the following fields is required:                                                                                                             Information Management or Information Systems, GIS Information                                                                                                    Technologies, Computer Science, Statistics, Social Sciences, or another                                                                                                          subject area relevant to Information Management or to the Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group.
  •  Formal training in AoR/ Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group Information                                                                                                         Management or an advanced university degree are considered an added advantage.

  Experience:

  •  A minimum of 1 year of professional experience in information management,                                                                                                        data management, geographical information systems, assessments,                                                                                                      situation analysis and/or PM&E with the UN and/or NGO is required.
  •  Experience in demonstrating strong information management skills                                                                                                                   in a professional context is essential for this post.
  •  Experience in a humanitarian context is required.
  •  Experience working in the humanitarian coordination system is considered an asset.
  •  Extensive work experience outside the humanitarian sector                                                                                                                         which is relevant to this post may be considered in lieu of humanitarian experience.

  Language Requirements: Fluency in English and the official UN language                                                                                                                of the duty station are required. Knowledge of other official UN languages is considered an asset.

  IM Competencies

  •  Applies Humanitarian Principles, Standards and Guidelines (1)
  •  Applies Key EiE Concepts and Tools (1)
  •  Manages Education Programmes (1)
  •  Operates Safely and Securely (1)
  •  Demonstrates Commitment to a Coordinated Response (1)
  •  Promotes Cooperation and Collaboration (1)
  •  Demonstrates Accountability (1)
  •  Promotes Inclusion (1)
  •  Provides Reliable Support to the Cluster (1)
  •  Collects, Collates and Analyses Relevant Data (1)
  •  Handles and Stores Data Efficiently and Sensitively (1)
  •  Communicates and Disseminates Information (1)
  •  Monitors the Response (1)
  •  Strengthens National Capacity to Respond and Lead (1)

  For every Child, you demonstrate...

  UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust,                                                                                                                                    Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it.                                                                                              Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

  UNICEF competencies required for this post are...

  (1) Builds and maintains partnerships(2) Demonstrates self-awareness                                                             
  and ethical awareness(3)Drive to achieve results for impact(4)Innovates and
  embraces change(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity(6)Thinks and
  acts strategically(7)Works collaboratively with others.

  During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the
  competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency
  framework and its different levels: competency framework here.

  UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our
  global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF
  family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age,
  disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic
  background, or any other personal characteristic. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff,
  including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation
  for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working
  arrangements. UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible
  with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual
  exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.
  UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.
  All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks,
  and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
  Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and
  employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide
  additional information to conduct a background check.

  Remarks:

  UNICEF’s active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical
  to deliver the best results for children. For this position,
  eligible and suitable FEMALE CANDIDATES are encouraged to apply.

  Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF
  are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an
  assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of
  appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained,
  or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

  Advertised: Sep 20 2023 E. Africa Standard Time

  Application close: Oct 04 2023 E. Africa Standard Time

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    Internal/External Vacancy Announcement: Information
    Management Officer (Education Cluster), NO-A, Fixed Term- Juba South Sudan ( Open to South Sudanese Only) in South Sudan

    Under the overall direction and guidance of the Education Manager/
    Specialist, the IM Officer (Education Cluster) will manage the IM
    function of the Cluster/ Sector/ Working Group at the national and
    sub-national level. They are responsible for ensuring IM processes
    effectively contribute to a well-coordinated, strategic, adequate, coherent,
    and effective response by participants in the Cluster that is accountable to
    those who are affected by the emergency.

  
  
  

Coordination and representation

•  As a member of the coordination team, contribute to the effective roll out
• and monitoring of the core cluster functions (as outlined by the IASC
• Reference Module) and to the Humanitarian Programme Cycle (HNO, HRP and CCPM),
•  Support the Cluster IM function and coordinate with others within the function to
• ensure effective communication, reporting and engagement,
• Actively engage with other IMs through relevant IMWGs, including
• participating in the Cluster IMWG and representing the Cluster on the
• inter-cluster IMWG as relevant at National and sub-national level groups,