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UNICEF Nigeria seeks the services of an experienced Child Protection Specialist who will be responsible for the effective planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the child protection projects within the Nigeria Country Programme. The post will focus on programming for Orphans and other vulnerable children including children with disabilities.

Post Title: Child Protection Specialist, NOC
Contract Type: Fixed-Term
Location: Abuja
Ref: VN-NGR-04-2009
Duration: Two (2) years

The successful candidate will be expected to carry out the following duties

1. Provide technical oversight to government, NGOs and UNICEF on matters relating to the protection of children and women from violence, abuse, discrimination and exploitation. Provide input on child issues required for the preparation of the CCA and Situation Analysis by compiling data, analyzing and evaluating information and reviewing chapters of the Analysis.

2. Design, prepare, implement, monitor and evaluate child protection interventions within the framework of CRC/CEDAW. Analyze and evaluate data on child trafficking, orphans & other vulnerable children, children with disabilities and others to ensure achievement of objectives and/or takes corrective action when necessary to meet programme/project objectives. Contribute to the development and introduction of new approaches, methods and practices in child protection project management and evaluation.

3. Prepare the sectoral child protection documents for the Country programme Recommendation (CPR) and Plans of Actions, Country Programme Summary Sheet and other programme documents and required.

4. Participate in intersectoral collaboration with other programme colleagues. Assist in the development of appropriate communication and information strategy to support and/or advocate programme development for orphans and other vulnerable children as well as children with disabilities.

5. Facilitate joint programme coordination on child protection issues between UNICEF, government and other development and other development partners focusing on orphans and other vulnerable children as well as children with disabilities. Participate in meetings with ministries responsible for child protection review and follows up on implementation of recommendations and agreements.

6. Develop a network of stakeholders with donors, government and civil society on child protection programming and work closely with selected authorities in planning and organizing programmes for the purpose of institutional capacity development, programme sustainability, as well as promotion and advocacy on rights of orphans & other vulnerable children and children with disabilities.

7. Undertake field visits to monitor programmes, as well as conduct periodic programme reviews with government counterparts and other partners on the implementation of Child Rights Law. Technically oversee the development of strategic policy interventions and operational procedures affecting project management and implementation. Provides technical advice and assistance to government officials and other partners in the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of projects to deliver qualitative interventions within rules and procedures.

8. Coordinate with the Operations/Supply Staff on supply and non-supply assistance activities during emergencies and non-emergencies, ensuring proper and timely UNICEF and government accountability. Certify disbursements of funds monitor and submit financial status reports as required objectives in an effective and efficient manner to contribute to the overall strategic goals and objectives of the country office. Provide guidance and support to staff in meeting project objectives.

9. Ensure the generation of evidence, research and documentation of leading practices and provides quality analysis for the social advocacy for orphans & other vulnerable children and children with disabilities.

10. Prepare programme project status reports required for management. Board, donors, budget review programme analysis, annual report etc.

Minimum Qualification and Competencies

* Advance University degree in Social Sciences, humanities, public health, law or related technical field. Experience in working on issues of orphans and other vulnerable children and/or children with disabilities is an advantage.
* Five years of progressively responsible professional work experience at the national level in programme management, monitoring and evaluation in the area of child rights and child protection.
* Fluency in English required knowledge of another UN working language, and asset. Knowledge of the local working language of the duty station an asset.
* Knowledge of the latest developments and technology in child rights and child protection and related fields.
* Analytical and conceptual ability; communication and advocacy skills
* Planning and monitoring skills; ability to organize work and projects
* Ability to make timely and quality judgments and decisions.
* Computer skills, including internet navigation, and various office applications.
* Commitment to continuous learning for professional development.
* Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment, and establish harmonious and effective working relationships both within and outside the organization.
* Initiative, passion and commitment to UNICEF’s mission and professional values.

If you are interested in the position and meet the requirements. Please forward your application in a sealed envelope marked ‘confidential’ quoting the vacancy number address to:

The Human Resources Manager,

UNICEF, UN House,
Plot 617/618, Central Business Area,
P.M.B 2851, Garki, Abuja.

Interested candidate should submit their resume on or before 2nd July, 2009. Your application should include a complete UN Personal History Form (which can be downloaded from www.unicef.org/employ); your curriculum vitae showing functional telephone number, functional e-mail address and detailed contact address, and a non-page summary statement that describes how your experience and qualification related to the outline above.

UNICEF, a smoke-free environment, is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff.

Well qualified candidates, particularly female are strongly encouraged to apply.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

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August 24th, 2009 at 5:36 pm
UWAOMA DARLINGTON ENYINNA

Plot 14 Ofoma Street old express by Umuehilegwu, Aba, Abia State
08030977553 or 0701718087 E-mail: darreaction214@yahoo.com

CURRICULUM VITAE

Date of Birth: 15t h March 1985
Sex: Male
Marital Status: Single
State of Origin: Abia
Nationality: Nigeria

CAREER OBJECTIVE:
To pursue and develop a professional career in an enterprising and veritable organization using my strong analytical and administrative skills for value addition to achieve organizational goals.

SKILLS/QUALITIES:
Diligent, innovative, strong administrative skills, required minimal supervision and team player.

SCHOOLS ATTENDED WITH DATES:

 Abia State University, Uturu 2002 – 2006
 Community Secondary School Umuogba, Rivers State 1996 – 2002
 Primary School, Mbutu Ngwa Abia State 1988 – 1994

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION OBTAINED WITH DATES:

 Donechris Computer Academy, Certificate. Imo State 2007
 Abia State University Uturu, (BSc) Economics
(Second Class Lower Division) 2006
 West African Examination Council (SSCE) 2002
First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC) 1994

WORKING EXPERIENCE:
 Sterling Bank PLC.[Operational Department] Contract Worker,
Amadu Belloway Branch, Sokoto Sate. 2009
 Marketing Manager; Rimatech Continental Service Ltd, Sokoto State 2008
 Financial Department, Star Paper Mill, Owerrinta, Trainee, Aba,Abia State 2007
 Zeneth Plastic Industry (Production Department) Supervisor
Port – Harcourt Rivers State 2007
 International Equitable Association (IEA) Cashier,
 Aba, Abia State 2006

POST HELD:
 The NYSC (CLO), Bodinga
Local Government Area, Sokoto State 2008
 Course Rep. Economics Dept. Abia State University Uturu 2002-2004
 Financial Secretary Nigeria Economics Association
(NESA) Abia State Chapter 2004 -2006

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
 Nigerian Institute of Safety Professionals [Member] 2009

 Institute of Chartered Economist of Nigeria[Member] 2008

HOBBIES:
Football, Chess, Music, Reading, Adventure etc

REFEREES:
ALH AHMED KABIRU
Rimatech Continental Services Ltd
Near Wema Bank Opp. Afribank, D/daji House
Sokoto State.
08036007742/08054305656

HON. UWAOMA ISHMEL O.
School Of Health Technology
Aba, Abia State
08032548859

ENGR. EMEKA ACHILEFUL
#35 Okpulo Umuobo,
Aba, Abia State
08035011809
Adeleye Akinropo K Says:
November 3rd, 2009 at 7:39 pm
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December 2nd, 2009 at 6:58 pm
I am a registered paediatric nurse.I did paediatric nursing because of my love for children and my hate for child abuse.
I will love to work with UNICEF.
SEYI Says:
December 10th, 2009 at 12:48 pm
JAGA, Seyi Mayowa
35, Isaac Adenuga Street, Agiliti Estate, Mile 12, Lagos.
Tel: 08061287622
E-mail: seyi_jaga@yahoo.com

PROFILE
Graduate of Microbiology with the ability to learn very fast and apply what has been learnt towards adding value to assigned tasks. Excellent analytical and communication as well as leadership skills and adept towards the improvement in whatsoever area applicable.

CAREER AIM
To utilise all of my mental and physical resources in exploring all that is available for achieving organisational goals and excellence.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

DATE SCHOOLS ATTENDED QUALFICATION OBTAINED
2003 – 2008 University of Benin, Benin City, Edo State. B. Sc, Microbiology. Second Class honours.

1996 – 2002 Lagos State Model College, Merian. May/June 2002: WASC and NECO.

1990 – 1996 Twinkle Little Star Nursery and Primary School, Gbagada. First School leaving Certificate. (1996).

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)
UNITED BANK FOR AFRICA (UBA)
ROLE- RELATIONSHIP OFFICER -TEAM MEMBER AUGUST 2009
RESPONSIBILTY – Maintaining Activities of Total Nig plc, Shell,Amazon energy
Process,bid,offer letter,statement of account to customer

INDUSTRIAL TRAINING
DANA GROUP OF COMPANY ITIRE LAGOS STATE
ROLE- QUALITY CONTROL OFFICER 2007
RESPONSIBILITY –Analysis of milk and noodles produced.

INDUSTRIAL TRAINING
POLICE HOSPITAL FALOMO IKOYI LAGOS STATE
ROLE- LABORATORY ASSISTANT 2005
RESPONSIBILITY – Carrying out various tests.

KEY SKILLS
 Strong conceptualization and analytical skills.
 Innovative thinker and problem solver.
 A good team-player and effective in developing and implementing creative solutions.
 Ability to work under pressure and to get things done on time.
 Ability to learn new concepts fast.
Excellence communication and persuasion skills

HOBBIES
READING,BASKETBALL,TRAVELING ,MEETING

PUBLICATION (Published)
MICROBIAL AND PHYSICO- CHEMICAL ANALYSIS OF EFFLUENT SAMPLE ELEME (Final Year Project)

PERSONAL INFORMATION

 Date of Birth: 17TH June 1986
 Local Government Area: Okitipupa LGA
 State of Origin: Ondo
 Sex: Female
 Marital Status: Single
 Language(s) Spoken: English/Yoruba

REFEREES.

1. Mr. Chris.
University of Benin City,
Edo State.
08073960603.

2. Mr. Tayo Ayodele
Total Nig Plc ,
lagos state
08052003150
SEYI Says:
December 10th, 2009 at 12:57 pm
I love everything about unicef and I will love to work with unicef. Thank you.
zayya ahmed Says:
February 14th, 2010 at 11:32 pm
I graduated from university of abuja in nigeria with Bsc. computer science and masters in business admin.I work responsibly and will try to complete tasks that are assigned in the best possible way