Development of operational tools to support multi-sectoral route-based programming

The MENA region is at the crossroad of several migration routes. This consultancy will concentrate on two of those routes: North Africa and Afghanistan-Iran. Migration towards, in, within from North Africa is not a new phenomenon. Yet the number of people on the move in the sub-region (including in Algeria, Morocco, Egypt, Libya, and Tunisia) has steadily increased over the past 20 years and is projected to continue as affected populations experience greater economic hardships, political instability, conflict, and/or climate change related disasters and food insecurity. In this context, many families are forced to move to seek safety or a better life for themselves and their children. Thousands of children move across borders unaccompanied.

 To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have… 

• Advanced university degree (Masters) in Law, Political Science, Economics, Development Management, Human Rights, Social Sciences or related degree.
• At least 10 years of progressively responsible professional work experience in the field of child rights, child protection and migration policy and practice.
• A good understanding of the Global Compact for Migration and the Global Compact on Refugees, as well as multi-stakeholder collaboration to support the implementation of both Compacts.
• A demonstrable track record of prior involvement with the UNICEF/UN migration work is highly desirable.
• Policy and advocacy experience on issues related to immigration detention and returns and reintegration is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with UNICEF’s work on migrant and displaced children is desirable.
• Legal training preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational, planning and analytical skills
• Initiative and high sense of responsibility
• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of Arabic and/or Persian/Dari is an asset.

Source: https://jobs.unicef.org/cw/en-us/job/580096