UNICEF National Consultant Jobs 2024 – South Africa NGO Jobs

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UNICEF National Consultant Jobs 2024 – South Africa NGO Jobs.

UNICEF South Africa looking for “National Consultant”.

Applicants with a Advanced university degree may apply on or before 02nd June 2024.

UNICEF, also the United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund, is a United Nations agency responsible for providing humanitarian and developmental aid to children worldwide. The agency is among the most widespread and recognizable social welfare organizations in the world, with a presence in 192 countries and territories.

The UNICEF has published a job vacancy announcement on 23rd May 2024 for qualified South Africa’s to fill in the vacant post of National Consultant to be based in Pretoria, South Africa.

Eligibility Criteria

An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in Behavioral Health Sciences, Psychology, sociology, Health Education and Promotion, Social Sciences, Public Health or another related field
Expertise on social and behavior change communications campaigns and strategies and knowledge on nutrition, food systems, health promotion, NCD prevention or similar.
A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in social and behavior change, risk communication and community engagement.
Previous experience with nutrition and food systems or health promotion.
Solid experience in Results-Based Measurement and in social and behavior change monitoring and evaluation.
Solid experience in multi-partner coordination.
Experience engaging and working with young people is desirable.
Expertise in the development and design of knowledge products for various audiences.
Proven record of securing placements with traditional and digital media.
Thorough knowledge of social media tools, including Twitter and Facebook.
A good track record in working with the government and implementation of social and behavior change strategies.
Relevant experience working in the UN or other international development organization is an asset.
Ability to (i) work flexibly and independently with limited supervision in a multicultural team environment and deliver quality results against tight deadlines; and (ii) handle multiple tasks and deliver quality outputs even under pressure, is required.
Strong computer skills (word, excel, power point, outlook) are required. Skills with other software such as Canva, Photoshop and similar are desirable. Strong communication skills (both writing and speaking), especially the ability to draft analytical
reports/documents is required.
Proactive coordination and networking skills required.
Familiarity with government regulations and UNICEF youth advocacy initiatives is desirable.
Fluency in written and oral English is required.
Knowledge of a local language is an asset.