Field Coordinator P3/NOC, Ebola Response at UNICEF

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Their roles will be responsible for the overall operationalization of UNICEF’s one of ESARO countries response to the Ebola outbreak ensuring overall efficiency, effectiveness and delivery of results in accordance with UNICEF’s Core Commitment for Children in Emergencies (CCCs) and national and international humanitarian standards. 

Key activities & duties

• Effective management of UNICEF presence, staff and assets (including financial resources) in the Area of Responsibility 
• Continuous, effective and strategic coordination, communication, consultation and liaison are maintained with Government, UN agencies, NGOs, donors and allies in support of the special needs of children and women affected by emergency situations within the framework of the cluster approach and based on the Core Commitment for Children. Representation of UNICE in key coordination forum and provision of updates to Ebola coordinator  
• In alignment with the national EVD plan, the field coordinator will ensure implementation of local plans of actions;  in addition, they will ensure compliance and coordination of all pillars with the plans.  
• Technical advice on emergencies and programme management related to implementation of EVD emergency preparedness measures are effectively provided ensuring a gender lens is adopted as well as ensuring a stronger integration and convergence of the interventions to improve impact and cost effectiveness. 
• Emergency preparedness and response, and a consistent flow of information of the humanitarian situation are effectively coordinated within the office.  Management is kept informed of humanitarian developments in relevant policies, situation developments, potential threats and opportunities/issues in the country. 
• Needs assessment is effectively conducted to determine priorities and an appropriate intervention. 
• Timely delivery of assistance and supplies is provided, urgent staffing requirements are identified, and the appropriate use of UNICEF resources is monitored for effective project delivery. 
• Timely provision of field updates during EMT meetings and through Situation reports  

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have

Education-

• Advanced University degree in one of the following fields: public health, nutrition, social sciences, public administration, international relations, business administration or other related disciplines. Preferably a combination of management, administration, and relevant technical fields.
• A first level university degree may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree, with an additional 2 years of relevant experience. 

Work Experience- 

• A 5 years of progressively responsible professional work experience at the national and international levels in programme/project development, planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and administration.