Afghanistan is facing an unprecedented humanitarian crisis and an increasing risk of economic collapse. Forty years of armed conflict, recurrent natural disasters – including droughts and floods, increased poverty, food insecurity, failing health systems, and lack of shelters, compounded by COVID-19 – have made most of the people in Afghanistan vulnerable to extreme protection risks.
Events after August 2021, in addition to the global economic impact of COVID-19, have severely affected the coping mechanisms of vulnerable population groups in the country, particularly internally displaced people. The prices of main food commodities in Afghanistan are significantly higher than in the first half of the year. An average food basket now costs more than 82 per cent of the average family income. It is anticipated that 95 per cent of Afghans are now facing food insecurity. Some 23 million people, over half of Afghanistan’ s population, are facing acute food insecurity.
UNHCR has put in place a Preparedness and Response Plan to meet needs in this fast-evolving context to: (i) provide critical protection and life-saving assistance and prevent human suffering; (ii) ensure life-saving assistance by improving access to essential services and by creating a conducive protection environment to mitigate further displacement; and (iii) support building resilient communities through area-based programming, in so-called Priority Areas of Return and Reintegration (PARR), in line with the whole-of-society approach.
UNHCR Afghanistan’s population of concern includes 3.7 million persons including refugees, refugee returnees, internally displaced persons (IDPs), and members of the host communities.
Against the backdrop, UNHCR has been working to complement and support the de facto authorities in addressing the needs of IDPs through its coordinator role in the Afghanistan Protection and ES/NFI Clusters as well as the provider of last resort. In particular, during emergency phases, UNHCR conducts joint needs assessments with other humanitarian actors and coordinates its responses. In addition, UNHCR is one of the key actors conducting Community-Based Protection Monitoring (CBPM) to assess the protection needs and concern of the IDPs and other POCs. In addition, for IDPs identified as most vulnerable, UNHCR provides assistance through its Persons with Specific Needs Programme (PSN) and Cash for Protection Programme (CFP). Under the “Whole of Community Approach” and to realize the Humanitarian-Development-Peace nexus, UNHCR also concentrates its effort to support durable solutions for IDPs, primarily in the Priority Areas of Return and Reintegration (PARRs). In the PARRs, IDPs benefits from a range of services and projects, including, among others, education, health, shelter, youth empowerment, livelihood opportunities, WASH, and infrastructure.
The purpose for the job
Under the supervision of Programme Budget Specialist, provide professional technical assistance and support for successful fundraising, contribution management, programme planning and knowledge management of programme/project activities in support of the achievement of country programme goals and objectives.
III. Key functions, accountabilities and related duties/tasks
Summary of key functions/accountabilities:
IV. Impact of Results
Makes decisions on appropriate reporting strategies, layout, and ensures these are in line with UNICEF guidelines and branding policy. Timelines for various activities are of essence, and timely delivery will affect the achievement of country programme goals.
The type and clarity of the data analysis can affect the decision taken by senior management.
Makes recommendations on reporting requirements and supports the modification of monitoring plans.
Lack of understanding of programme activities and insensitivity to political and cultural realities of the country could result in inappropriate communications, which could cause serious damage to UNICEF’s overall relations, credibility and image in the country.
Incumbent is expected to perform independently and take the initiative to inform or consult with the Supervisor on problem areas and major constraints. Incumbent receives guidance from the Chief P&M.
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
A minimum of five years progressively responsible experience in programme design, administration, monitoring and evaluation or related field.
Specific experience in data analysis and information presentation for decision-makers in a social development organization. Incumbents should have good English writing skills.
Remarks:
UNICEF’s active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable Females are encouraged to apply.
Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.
UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station, which will be facilitated by UNICEF, is required for IP positions. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.
Applicants are requested to apply through the provided link; https://jobs.unicef.org/en-us/job/565344/programme-budget-specialist-noc-fixed-term-kabul-afghanistan-118699
Applications received via ACBAR Jobs online portal will not be given consideration.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
https://jobs.unicef.org/en-us/job/565344/programme-budget-specialist-noc-fixed-term-kabul-afghanistan-118699
Afghanistan is facing an unprecedented humanitarian crisis and an increasing risk of economic collapse. Forty years of armed conflict, recurrent natural disasters – including droughts and floods, increased poverty, food insecurity, failing healt... Read More
