UNICEF Malawi
The UNICEF Malawi Country Programme (2024-2028) works through a One-UN approach based on the new United Nations Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (UNSCDF) Strategic Priorities. 2024-2028). All four strategic priorities of the UNSCDF2024-2028 hold significance to UNICEF and the priorities identified for children: i) Economic Development, ii) Governance, iii) Human Capital Development, and iv) Climate Change. UNICEF co-leads the further elaboration and results in developing the Human Capital Development strategic priority. The intent of the UNICEF CPD 2024-2028 is fully aligned with these priorities, which are also linked to the pillars of Malawi Vision 2063, and the Malawi Implementation Plan (MIP, 2030). To this extent, UNICEF’s strategy for the CPD includes Child Survival and Development (Health, Nutrition and WASH), Education, Learning and Child Protection, Social Policy (Social Protection and Public Finance for Children), Gender Equality, Inclusion, and Innovation within a robust evidence-informed environment. These are focus areas under the Human Capital Development Enabler of the MIP (2030). The Country Programme envisages the progressive fulfilment of the rights to survival, development, education, protection, and participation of all children, including adolescents, especially the most vulnerable and those at risk of being left behind, in an inclusive, resilient, and protective environment. Besides Malawi’s 2063 vision and 2021–2030 implementation plan (MIP), the African Union’s Agenda 2063; UNICEF’s Strategic Plan, Gender Action Plan III, Innovation Strategy; and the SDGs. The country programme includes child survival and development, learning, skills development and protection, and social policy. All components are supported by the programme and operational effectiveness and efficiency imperatives. Risk-informed programming across the humanitarian and development nexus in all three outcome areas will strengthen disaster preparedness, enhance climate adaptation/mitigation and response, and increase the resilience capacity of institutions, communities, and young people. Programming aligns with UNICEF Core Commitments for Children in Humanitarian Action and the Inter-Agency Standing Committee’s Transformative Agenda.
The WASH programme aims to provide safely managed water, sanitation, and hygiene services to all children. It focuses on scaling up climate-resilient WASH services and package interventions at community and institutional levels to maximize impact on children. As WASH Specialist (Institutions), you will be at the forefront for managing the provision of climate-resilient and sustainable WASH services in schools and health care facilities contributing to the overall objectives of improved WASH, health and education outcomes.
How can you make a difference?
The Malawi Country Office offers an exciting and rewarding career opportunity to join our dynamic WASH team, where you will be responsible for overseeing the team dedicated to delivering climate-resilient WASH services. . You will support the development, preparation, management, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the climate-resilient WASH services in institutions. Additionally, you will provide technical guidance, coordination and management support throughout the programming processes, facilitating the administration and achievement of climate-resilient WASH service results in institutions. While you will report to the Chief of WASH for guidance and general supervision, your role is also under the matrixed supervision of the Chief of Education and Chief of Health.
The WASH Specialist (institutions) position therefore presents a unique opportunity for a qualified, vibrant, motivated, and committed individual to significantly contribute to the overall achievement of transformative results for children through professional excellence by delivering on the following key functions, accountabilities and related duties/tasks, but not limited to:
- Provide technical oversight in integration of climate-resilient WASH services in schools and healthcare facilities.
- Provide technical support to the UNICEF WASH in Institutions programme, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Education, Civil Society Organizations, private sector and partners on climate-resilient WASH services policy, programme development, planning, and implementation.
- Provide technical guidance to strengthen WASH systems in these institutions, ensuring sustainability and resilience.
- Prepare quality WASH donor proposals and reports.
- Contribute to the Humanitarian WASH preparedness and response through preparedness actions, coordination, and effective service delivery in case of an emergency.
- Contribute to innovation, data generation, knowledge management, and capacity building for implementing partners at national and district levels.
You are encouraged to download the detailed job description in order to view the full role and its requirements.
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
The following minimum requirements:
Education:
- Advanced university degree from an accredited institution in public health, social sciences, behavior change communication, sanitary engineering or another relevant technical field is required.
- A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.
Work Experience:
- A minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional work experience is required in climate-resilient WASH, with a focus on WASH in schools, healthcare facilities.
- Proven experience in system strengthening, capacity building, and intersectoral collaboration is required.
- Experience working with UNICEF or other international organizations is an asset.
- Familiarity with emergency preparedness and response is an asset.
Technical knowledge and skills:
- Excellent coordination, analytical, communication, and advocacy skills.
- Strong understanding of climate change adaptation and its integration into WASH programming is required.
- Experience in climate change resilience at the national or sub national level is required.
Language:
Fluency in English and a local language, both strong verbal and written skills, is essential.
Advertised: 10 Sep 2024 South Africa Standard Time
Deadline: 23 Sep 2024 South Africa Standard Time