Job Description
The Position:
The position is based in Jordan Country Office (CO) in Amman, under the overall guidance of Humanitarian Programme Coordinator and direct supervision of the GBV Programme Specialist.
The GBV Campaigning and Advocacy Assistant will provide vital and varied support to efforts towards Campaigning and Advocacy as part of the Interagency efforts of the GBV SWG as well as the “Improving Access to Comprehensive Gender-based Violence Services in Jordan” project. The assistant will be responsible for the campaigns work of the Gender Based Violence (GBV) Team, contributing to development, implementation and evaluation of campaigns work and the advocacy work around the sexual and reproductive health and rights agenda.
The assistant will be a focal point for GBV campaigns related to UNFPA mandate and ensure they are implemented effectively, in addition to marking relevant international days and recurrences. The assistant will be following up on the implementation of the Communication and Visibility Plan of the “Improving Access to Comprehensive Gender-based Violence Services in Jordan” Action as part of UNFPA’s PMU role. She/he will also be supporting the Research and advocacy role of the PMU, including the knowledge development plan defining the research topics.
How you can make a difference:
UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA’s strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations and individuals to “build forward better”, while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women’s and girls’ access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals.
In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.
UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results.
Job Purpose:
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You would be responsible for:
As an active UNFPA Jordan Country Office team member, efficient, timely, responsive, and high-quality support rendered to UNFPA in the accomplishment of the following functions,:
Specific Objectives
- Develop UNFPA GBV campaigns and helping to organize campaigning events, liaising with operations for implementation;
- Develop Interagency events / activities of relevant campaigns linked to the mandate
- Follow up on the implementation of the Communication and Visibility Plan of “Improving Access to Comprehensive Gender-based Violence Services in Jordan” Action as part of UNFPA’s PMU role.
- Supporting the Research and advocacy role of the PMU, including the knowledge development plan.
- Contribute to UNFPA Advocacy Efforts.
- Develop and share visibility and Communication products on GBV programme.
- Increase network and outreach of the campaigning and advocacy efforts with CBOs, CSOs and women organizations.
Tasks will include but not limited to:
- Assisting with the mobilization of supporters, groups and organizations;
- Engage with youth and women groups and youth team to ensure youth and women led campaigns;
- Working with the GBV team to prepare budget for the campaigns and keep track of expenditures;
- Liaise with the communication team to develop advocacy messages around key dates, helping to draft news releases, social media posts, articles on the campaign under the direction of GBV specialist and in coordination with the Communication officer;
- Monitoring and reviewing existing and potential project proposals, and helping to research and identify policy implications related to those proposals;
- Logistical support for organization of campaigning task force including follow up with different partners;
- Follow up on production and distribution of information, education and communication (IEC) materials;
- Support the development and implementation of UNFPA action for the campaign, including mapping of potential partnerships;
- Translate materials from and to Arabic;
- Attend preparation meetings in the field to offer support as needed;
- Develop reports on the implemented campaigns and advocacy efforts;
- Document lessons learnt and good stories;
- Support with the upkeep of relevant website sections;
- Support programme components linked to the SRHR;
- Ensure advocacy and campaigning work is aligned with sub national WGs;
- Conduct field visits at WGSS as requested;
Perform any other tasks as requested by the supervisor.
Qualifications and Experience:
- 4-5 years of working experience preferably with INGOs, NGOs, UN agencies in campaigning and/or communications teams.
- A commitment to UNFPA’s mandate and excellent knowledge of the violence against women and girls (VAWG) theme, especially in the context of Jordan and of issues related to the multi-sectoral service delivery, and an understanding of sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR).
- Expertise in the field of human rights and gender.
- Previous experience in participating and/or leading campaigns.
- Ability to juggle competing priorities and work to tight deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage people at all levels and different backgrounds.
- Creativity and a talent for developing innovative campaigns/ communications.
- Understanding of print and digital communications channels and how to harness them.
Research Qualifications:
- Ability to collect research GBV information and related data
- Ability in supporting the design and conducting surveys contributing to gender analysis
- Ability to organize and support focus group discussions.
- Ability to process and synthesize information from various sources and compile it into a report that is accessible and useful to various stakeholders.
Education:
College Diploma in Project Management, Public Health, Social Sciences, or a related field, Bachelor Degree will be desirable.
Languages:
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Required Competencies:
Values:
- Exemplifying integrity,
- Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system,
- Embracing cultural diversity,
- Embracing change
Core Competencies:
- Achieving results,
- Being accountable,
- Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,
- Thinking analytically and strategically,
- Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,
Functional Competencies and skills:
● Professionalism: demonstrated understanding of operations relevant to UNFPA; technical capabilities or knowledge relevant or transferrable to UNFPA procedures and rules; discretion, political sensitivity, diplomacy and tact to deal with clients; ability to apply good judgement; ability to liaise and coordinate with a range of different actors, especially in senior positions; where appropriate, high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; resourcefulness and willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented;
● Integrity: demonstrate the values and ethical standards of the UN and UNFPA in daily activities and behaviors while acting without consideration of personal gains; resist undue political pressure in decision-making; stand by decisions that are in the organization’s interest even if they are unpopular; take prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behavior; does not abuse power or authority;
● Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; excellent interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic, mixed-gender environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity; sensitivity and adaptability to culture, gender, religion, nationality and age; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of UN operations; ability to achieve common goals and provide guidance or training to colleagues;
● Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment.
● Planning and organizing: effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities;
● Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups;
● Flexibility: adaptability and ability to live and work in potentially hazardous and remote conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort; to operate independently in austere environments for protracted periods; willingness to travel within the area of operations and to transfer to other duty stations within the area of operations as necessary;
● Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards UNFPA’s mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values
Compensation and Benefits:
This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.
Disclaimer:
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