- Job Opportunity: Temporary Appointment – NO-2 Level (Ref: 575489)
- Duty Station: Buea, Cameroon
- Contract Type: Temporary Appointment
- Categories: Child Protection, Knowledge Management
UNICEF is recruiting an Information Management Officer (Child Protection), NO-B-UNICEF.
About UNICEF
Operating in over 190 countries and territories, UNICEF is dedicated to saving children’s lives, safeguarding their rights, and empowering them to reach their full potential from early childhood through adolescence.
At UNICEF, we are not only committed to the cause but also take pride in our passion for making a difference. For us, advocating for the rights of every child is more than just a job—it is a calling.
Why Join UNICEF?
UNICEF is a place where you can build a fulfilling career. We provide our employees with diverse opportunities for both personal and professional development. Our culture fosters growth and well-being, ensuring that our team members thrive while contributing to a meaningful mission. Alongside the personal satisfaction of making a difference, UNICEF offers an attractive compensation and benefits package.
Learn More
Discover more about our impactful work and explore opportunities to join us in advancing the well-being and rights of children around the world by visiting our official website here.
For Every Child, Protection
UNICEF in Cameroon:
A Commitment to Women and Children Since 1975 UNICEF has been working in Cameroon since 1975, ensuring that women and children fully exercise their rights to development, as guaranteed by the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. By offering financial and technical support, UNICEF collaborates with Cameroon across seven critical sectors: Health, HIV/AIDS, Water-Sanitation-Hygiene (WASH), Nutrition, Education, Child Protection, and Social Inclusion.
UNICEF’s primary focus is on children, especially the most vulnerable and marginalized families. According to UN data, Cameroon’s population in 2020 was estimated at 26,545,863 people, with a large percentage being youth, which drives a high demand for social and economic support. However, rural areas often face significant challenges, including limited access to basic social services and the effects of climate change, which have led to increased poverty and severe child deprivation.
The challenges are immense, but not impossible to overcome. Achieving sustainable change requires the collective efforts of all stakeholders, both within and beyond Cameroon. This includes women, men, youth, children, government officials, technical and financial partners, donors, civil society, the private sector, parliamentarians, and communities.
We invite everyone to join this essential mission to tackle the pressing issues facing Cameroon. Together, we can work toward a better future for Cameroon, a country that embodies both the challenges and hopes of Africa.
Learn More
For further details on UNICEF’s work in Cameroon, visit UNICEF Cameroon HERE.
How Can You Make a Difference?
UNICEF Cameroon is seeking a skilled professional to join the team and support the Child Protection Specialist at the Buea Office. This role will focus on strengthening sector information systems to ensure the production of disaggregated data for accurate reporting and evidence-based decision-making. The ultimate goal is to improve Child Protection performance monitoring in the North West and South West (NWSW) regions, ensuring that the Child Protection program and the Child Protection Area of Responsibility (CP AoR) are well-supported.
Under the guidance of the Child Protection Specialist, you will be responsible for key tasks such as situation monitoring, programme performance tracking, and identifying capacity needs within sectoral information systems. Additionally, you will work closely with stakeholders at the central, decentralized, and community levels to help them effectively use the data generated for informed decision-making regarding child protection issues and interventions.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Maintain a database and dashboard to track core performance indicators for Child Protection.
- Conduct mapping of relevant activities and stakeholders.
- Provide support for assessments and monitoring, including developing data collection and processing tools.
- Manage knowledge sharing and document archiving for improved information accessibility.
By fulfilling these responsibilities, you will play a crucial role in supporting Child Protection initiatives, ensuring that the necessary data is available to drive better decisions for the well-being of children in the NWSW regions.
Interested in this Role?
For more information about this position, please review the full Job Description: 240913 Info Management Officer CP Buea Office (003).pdf
To Qualify as an Advocate for Every Child, You Will Need:
Minimum Requirements:
Education:
- A First University Degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Information Systems, Information and Communication Technology, Library Science, Geographic Sciences, or Engineering is highly desirable.
- Other educational backgrounds may be considered if supported by proven and relevant professional experience.
- Proficiency in using tools like Adobe and ArcGIS is highly advantageous.
Work Experience:
- A minimum of two years of professional experience in data and information management systems and data analysis is required.
- Proven technical expertise in developing and utilizing innovative technologies, particularly in data management, humanitarian performance monitoring, mobile technology, open-source tools, and training in these fields, is highly desirable.
Language Requirements:
- Fluency in English and a working knowledge of French are essential.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Experience working in developing countries or familiarity with emergency settings is a plus.
Core Competencies for Every Child Advocate:
At UNICEF, our values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS) are the foundation of everything we do. To learn more about our values, explore the UNICEF Values Charter Here.
The key competencies for this role include:
- Building and maintaining partnerships
- Demonstrating self-awareness and ethical awareness
- Driving to achieve results for impact
- Innovating and embracing change
- Managing ambiguity and complexity
- Thinking and acting strategically
- Working collaboratively with others
Familiarize Yourself with UNICEF’s Competency Framework and Its Levels
This position has been identified as an elevated risk role in terms of Child Safeguarding. It involves either direct contact with children, handling identifiable children’s data, or acting in a safeguarding response capacity. Consequently, additional vetting processes will apply, including possible criminal background checks, to ensure the safety and protection of children.
At UNICEF, we are dedicated to serving the world’s most disadvantaged children, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of the children we serve. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that welcomes people from all backgrounds, regardless of race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.
To promote diversity and inclusion, UNICEF offers various measures such as:
- Paid parental leave
- Time off for breastfeeding
- Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities
- Strong encouragement for flexible working arrangements
UNICEF Policies on Ethical Conduct and Child Safeguarding
- Zero Tolerance Policy: UNICEF enforces strict policies against conduct that contradicts the mission and values of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation, abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination.
- UNICEF does not hire individuals who are married to children (persons under 18).
- Child Protection: UNICEF is firmly committed to ensuring the protection and safeguarding of all children.
Rigorous Selection Process
All selected candidates must undergo comprehensive reference and background checks, which include verifying academic qualifications and employment history. You may also be asked to provide additional information for background checks.
- Medical Clearance: Appointments are contingent upon passing a medical exam.
- Visa Requirements: For international positions, securing a visa from the host country is required, and UNICEF will assist with this process.
- Vaccination Requirements: Appointments may be subject to inoculation requirements, including vaccines for Covid-19 (SARS-CoV-2). Candidates must either comply with vaccination mandates or secure a medical exemption from the UN’s relevant department, or the offer may be withdrawn.
Important Remarks:
In accordance with Article 101, paragraph 3 of the United Nations Charter, the primary consideration in UNICEF staff recruitment is the need to uphold the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.
At UNICEF, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is essential to achieving the best outcomes for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
For Government Employees: Candidates employed by the government are generally required to resign from their government positions before accepting a role with UNICEF. Please note that UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of employment without compensation if a visa, medical clearance, or necessary vaccination requirements are not fulfilled within a reasonable timeframe.
Recruitment and Hiring Process:
- UNICEF does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment, selection, or hiring process. This includes the application, interview, validation, appointment, and training stages.
- UNICEF will also never request applicants’ bank account information during the hiring process.
Selection Process:
- All UNICEF positions are publicly advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.
- Internal candidates performing at the required level or those listed in the relevant Talent Group may be considered for selection without additional assessment, provided they meet the criteria for the role.
For more information on working with UNICEF, please visit UNICEF Careers here.
Application Deadline: 29 September 2024 (West Central Africa Standard Time)
All applications must be submitted online at the following link: https://jobs.unicef.org/cw/en-us/filter/?search-keyword=&location=cameroon
