Mission and objectivesUNICEF helps build a world where the rights of every child are fully realized. It is our conviction that nurturing and caring for children are the cornerstones of human progress. UNICEF was created in 1946 to work with others to overcome the obstacles that poverty, violence, disease and discrimination place in a child’s path. It has global authority to influence decision-makers, and a wide variety of partners at grassroots level to turn the most innovative ideas into reality. 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.
ContextThis UNV assignment is part of UNICEF’s mission to end child poverty and ensure all children have inclusive access to social protection. In addition to duty station specific vaccine requirements, appointments are subject to confirmation of fully vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the appointment. It does not apply to UN Volunteers who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their contracts. UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for UN Volunteers with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process and afterwards in your assignment.
Task Description Under the overall supervision of the Social Policy Specialist, Data & Evidence the UN Youth Volunteer will: • Support UNICEF and government across the data and PFM outputs, including technical deliverables; • Contribute to and coordinate the delivery of office-wide research deliverables, including engagement with research consultants; • As part of a team, provide child-responsive technical input on national surveys and knowledge management systems; • Assist in applying relevant PFM tools together with government counterparts and development partners, including budget briefs; • As part of the UNICEF team, collaborate with central and local authorities to improve policies, planning, budgeting and accountability processes; • Assist central and local authorities to improve the quality, analysis and use of budget data; • Support central government and local authorities to strengthen PFM systems throughout the budget cycle; • Participate in technical meetings, workshops and conferences; • As part of a team, support results creation, dissemination and engagement on data and PFM outputs; • Contribute to cross-cutting office-wide initiatives within and outside of UNICEF; • Assist to develop expertise on data and PFM national landscape; • Perform other activities as required.
Competencies and values • Accountability • Adaptability and flexibility • Creativity • Judgement and decision-making • Planning and organizing • Professionalism • Self-management • Commitment to continuous learning • Planning and organising • Teamwork and respect for diversity • Communication • Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement
Living conditions and remarksZambia is a land-linked country with a population estimated at 18 million. It is a resource-rich country with sparsely populated land in the centre of Southern Africa. It shares its border with eight countries (Angola, Botswana, Democratic Republic of Congo, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe) that serve as an expanded market for its goods. Lusaka became the capital city of Zambia in May 1935. Lusaka’s central position in Zambia and its pleasant climate were two of the main reasons for its selection as the capital. It is a metropolis, which provides a home to about two and half million (3.3 M) inhabitants of different nationalities. It has grown to become the seat of the Government of the Republic of Zambia and as such all diplomatic missions, international organizations, industrial and commercial entities are based there. Its political, social, economic, and cultural significance has also increased through the years. Public transport is provided by private operators using minibuses and taxis. The bus routes are not mapped, and roads are often congested. Good modern housing for rent is available on the open market. The official language is English, which is widely spoken. The country is generally food secure, with sufficient local fresh fruits and vegetables available in the markets, as well as various dairy, poultry and meat products. There are several international schools using the Cambridge GCSE or IGCSE syllabi, from key stage one through to A levels. Health conditions are generally good, although malaria is endemic. Zambia is generally a safe place to live in, although not free of crime. Some prudence is required. For more info, visit: http://www.zambiatourism.com; https. Applicants from Mansa or Luapula Province and Solwezi or North-Western Province are strongly encouraged to apply.