Mission and objectivesThe United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) works to ensure the rights and well-being of marginalized populations, particularly women, girls, and persons with disabilities. Guided by the principle of leaving no one behind, UNFPA promotes disability-inclusive development to empower persons with disabilities and enhance their access to sexual and reproductive health services, education, and opportunities for meaningful participation in society. This initiative aligns with UNFPA’s mandate to advance inclusive policies and partnerships by developing a detailed map of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs), charities, and entities with expertise in disability inclusion, as well as identifying funding opportunities. This mapping will help UNFPA strengthen partnerships and mobilize resources to enhance disability-inclusive programming.
ContextThis assignment supports UNFPA's commitment to advancing disability inclusion across its programs, ensuring equitable access to resources, services, and opportunities for persons with disabilities in the Asia and Pacific Region. As part of the effort, the volunteer will work closely with Asia-Pacific Regional Office technical teams to assess gaps in programming, develop strategies, and foster partnerships to enhance disability inclusion programming. As part of our commitment to inclusivity and representation, we are looking to recruit a young person with a disability, although the assignment is open to all qualified candidates. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to ensure full participation and productivity in this role.
Task DescriptionUnder the direct supervision of the Programme Specialist, the volunteer will assist and support the disability focal point of the Asia-Pacific Regional Office (APRO) in the following tasks: - Mapping disability-inclusive policies, programmes, and best practices in Asia and the Pacific. - Analyzing country reports to assess gaps in service delivery and inclusion efforts, focusing on the principles of Leaving No One Behind (LNOB). - Liaising with Asia-Pacific Regional Office (APRO) technical advisers on LNOB and disability inclusion programming. - Designing awareness-raising initiatives to promote the rights of persons with disabilities. - Organizing events, workshops, and consultations with Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) and other stakeholders. - Preparing funding proposals and reports on disability-inclusive initiatives. - Documenting and disseminating lessons learned and best practices.
Competencies and values- Accountability - Adaptability and Flexibility - Commitment and Motivation - Commitment to Continuous Learning - Communication - Empowering Others - Integrity - Professionalism - Respect for Diversity
Living conditions and remarksThe living cost in Thailand is relatively low, as compared to many other capitals in Southeast Asia. Housing is widely available in various sizes and at various price points. Private healthcare in Thailand is of excellent standard and there are numerous top hospitals in Bangkok which fall far below countries like the US in terms of price. There are numerous high quality international schools available in Bangkok with English as the language of instruction. Bangkok has different public transportation options including the BTS skytrain and MRT underground, metered taxis, mobile based ride hailing services (Grab, All Thai Taxi, etc.), taxis, buses, and boats. Visa process: The process to apply for a Non-Immigrant Visa “F” for Thailand typically involves, gathering required documents, competing and submitting the Application, paying the visa fee and waiting for the visa to be issued, typically in 3 to 10 business days. For more detailed information, always refer to the official Thai Embassy or Consulate website in your region. It is advised to apply for the visa 2-3 weeks in advance.