Terms of Reference
Focal Point of the Capacity Building Task Force of the Global Child Protection Working Group Consultancy
1. Background:
The global Child Protection Working Group (CPWG) is the global level forum for coordination on child protection in humanitarian settings. In the humanitarian system, the Global CPWG constitutes an “area of responsibility” within the Global Protection Cluster and UNICEF has been designated the global lead to ensure coordination of child protection issues in emergencies.The group brings together NGOs, UN agencies, academics and others under the shared objective of ensuring more predictable, accountable and effective child protection responses in emergencies. The aim of the Global CPWG is to support field coordination mechanisms by producing key interagency tools, building capacity, and developing shared advocacy and policy.
Capacity Building has remained a priority for the Global CPWG’s 2013-2015 work plan. In 2013, with the technical assistance from the Capacity Building Task Force (CBTF) led by the Focal Point, the CPWG has begun the roll out of the global Minimum Standards and the achievement of the tasks as laid out specifically in objective 3 of the 2013-2015 workplan.
During 2013, the CBTF achieved many results in line with objective 3 including: 6 new and/or pre-existing inter-agency training packages developed and/or upgraded; Global level inter-agency training resource pool strengthened; Negotiations have begun for the establishment of inter-agency regional level resource pools; Over 200 practitioners directly trained; 19 countries directly supported with technical assistance; Quarterly Capacity Building Task Force updates developed and circulated; Quarterly Capacity Building Task Force IA conference calls conducted; and 4 webinars supported.
With this consultancy throughout 2014, objective 3 will continue to be the main reference to define work priorities but also the conclusions and actions points from the Global CPWG annual meeting in 2013. In 2014, the FP will focus on coaching and monitoring impacts of training initiatives while the responsibility for training delivery will be gradually handed over to Global and Regional pools of trainers since need for capacity building across all emergencies (especially in level 3 and level 2 emergencies) continues to be high.
An important aspect of the 2014 CBTF work plan with the new Minimum Standards and the roll out of all the new Interagency training materials: to build staff, partner and government capacity to understand and meet the Standards; the details of that plan for both entry-level practitioners and managers is currently being drafted. It is foreseen that this consultancy will play an integral role in delivering knowledge and skills on the Minimum Standards for Child Protection in Humanitarian Settings based on requests and coordinated through the Child Protection Minimum Standards task Force (CPMS TF).
This consultancy builds on work done in 2011, 2012 but more specifically in 2013 during an 11-month consultancy on capacity building funded and supervised directly by the UNICEF CPiE Capacity Building Focal Point from UNICEF NY (chairperson of the CPWG Capacity Building Task Force). The proposed consultancy is an important contribution to the work of the CPiE sector as a whole, strengthening humanitarian capacity in this critical area, and ensuring IA capacity is strengthened to respond to the increasing needs of protection during emergencies. This consultancy will be led again by UNICEF HQ, under the overall guidance of the CPWG Coordinator.
2. Purpose:
The overall goal of this consultancy is to strengthen the CPWG child protection in emergencies capacity building efforts in line with the CBTF of the CPWG’s 2013-2015 work plan; and giving technical support, advice and developing timely resources to country based CP sub-clusters and regional offices that are dealing with emergencies.
The specific objectives of the consultancy in coordination with the CBTF members are to:
· Liaise, mobilize and represent the CBTF members in different forums including with other CPWG-TFs;
· Support CBTF members to define priorities and share responsibilities for 2014 and monitor progress periodically In line with the 2013-2015 Workplan;
· Lead the documentation and articulation of the CPWG Capacity Building Strategy;
· Lead the documentation and dissemination of inter-agency capacity building good practice and lessons learned through different channels;
· Lead the development of a strategy and monitor a comprehensive roll out of training packages giving priority to the new CPiE Face to Face training package and the CP competency framework for CPiE managers
· Strengthen the global and regional resource pools to assist in training roll out, this includes working with all regional offices in-line with the Global CPWG focus and approach
· Develop and update the training calendar including online training and webinar opportunities organized by Global and/or national CPWG as well as by individual CPWG members
· Develop and run at least 4 webinars
· Liaise with the Global CPWG members and/or CP Sub-clusters at country level to provide guidance and/or reference regarding national governments and national CBOs/NGOs child protection training opportunities at field levels to build capacity of the national child protection systems
· Produce quarterly inter-agency child protection capacity building bulletins for CPWG and other key sectors to increase CPiE capacity building knowledge management and information exchange.
· Strengthen the capacity building links with other Global clusters
· Give on-going technical assistance to the development of the Graduate Diploma
3. Expected results: (measurable results)
Expected results include the following:
· Functional Capacity Building Task Force in line with a capacity building strategy and CBTF objectives;
· A comprehensive training plan and calendar created to ensure a sustainable roll out of the new CPIE F2F Training package;
· Develop a comprehensive training plan and calendar to ensure a sustainable roll out of all the new IA training packages;
· A training module developed for CPiE managers on effective use of competency framework and self-assessment tool;
· Updated standardized training menu, training announcements and quarterly capacity building bulletins to CPWG forums/internet;
· A completion of at least 4 webinars and technical update training sessions (TUST) on based on outcomes of webinar survey needs from 2013;
· Work / Liaise with CPWG to improve and update current CPiE training packages;
· Deliver training in support of regional resource pools in at least two regions;
· Deliver at least two IA training at global, regional and country levels based on requests through CPWG;
· Give on-going technical assistance to the development of the Graduate Diploma including; Delivering a CPiE training to faculty members; support to material development and the writing team; the development of a coaching and mentoring training package
4. Timeframe:
Deliverables / Duration(Estimated # of days) / Deadline (s) /
Liaise, mobilize and represent the CBTF members in different forums including with other CPWG-TFs and to define priorities, share responsibilities and monitor progress periodically / 11 days / Across the 11 months
Technical assistance given to develop the Graduate Diploma / 6 days / Across the 11 months
Liaise with the Global CPWG members and/or CP sub-clusters at country levels regarfing national governments and national CBOs/NGOs child protection training opportunities / 5 days / Across the 11 months
Finalisation of new CPIE F2F Package; CPWG Training Menu Updated; Quarterly inter-agency child protection capacity building bulletin for CPWG produced; Liaise with CPWG Members to improve, strengthen and standardize CPiE training packages and other tasks mentioned in section 2 / 18 days / March 30th
E-Learning draft contents developed; Support to the finalization of 6 IA packages; One global level training supported; Webinar one completed; CB TF Conference Call; Liaise with CPWG Members to improve, strengthen and standardize CPiE training packages and other tasks mentioned in section 2 / 18 days / April 30th
Global level CPiE TOT delivered; Liaise with CPWG Members to improve, strengthen and standardize CPiE training packages; CPIE Training delivered to Grad Dip Faculty Members; CPiE Training Plan and roll out strategy developed for 6 IA packages and other tasks mentioned in section 2 / 18 days / May 30th
Competency Based Framework and Self-Assessment Training module developed; Quarterly inter-agency child protection capacity building bulletin for CPWG produced; Liaise with CPWG Members to improve, strengthen and standardize CPiE training packages and other tasks mentioned in section 2 / 18 days / June 30th
E-Learning contents finalized; Webinar 2 completed; CB TF Conference Call; Liaise with CPWG Members to improve, strengthen and standardize CPiE training packages and other tasks mentioned in section 2 / 18 days / July 30th
One Regional Level ToT Delivered; Liaise with CPWG Members to improve, strengthen and standardize CPiE training packages and other tasks mentioned in section 2 / 18 days / August 30th
Webinar 3 completed; Quarterly inter-agency child protection capacity building bulletin for CPWG produced; Liaise with CPWG Members to improve, strengthen and standardize CPiE training packages and other tasks mentioned in section 2 / 18 days / September 30th
CB TF Conference Call; Liaise with CPWG Members to improve, strengthen and standardize CPiE training packages and other tasks mentioned in section 2 / 18 days / October 30th
Webinar 4 completed; 2nd Regional Level ToT Delivered; Liaise with CPWG Members to improve, strengthen and standardize CPiE training packages and other tasks mentioned in section 2 / 18 days / November 30th
Quarterly inter-agency child protection capacity building bulletin for CPWG produced; Year in review bulletin produced; End of year CB TF Conference Call; Liaise with CPWG Members to improve, strengthen and standardize CPiE training packages and other tasks mentioned in section 2 / 18 days / December 30th
Liaise with CPWG Members to improve, strengthen and standardize CPiE training packages and other tasks mentioned in section 2 / 18 days / January and February
TOTAL
/ 220- A monthly progress report will also be delivered at the 1st of every month to UNICEF NY and Global CPWG / CBTF
5. Key competences, technical background, and experience required:
· In-depth experience of training development and delivery, including on child protection, including in emergencies, as well as on humanitarian issues
· At least 8 years of progressively responsible, professional work experience on CP at the international level, including strong background on child protection in emergencies (conflict and/or disaster) and working in challenging contexts
· Experience working with governments and other key CP stakeholders/actors at national level
· Knowledge of the IASC humanitarian cluster approach
· Excellent organizational skills
· Excellent skills in written English language, interpersonal communication at a distance and collaborative project management
· Flexibility and willingness to travel to countries in crisis situations to support capacity-building initiatives
· Computer skills, including MS Office and Lotus Notes applications
Conditions
Availability: Start date: 5th March 2014 - End date: 5th February 2015
Duty station: Home based, with regular remote and in country support to CP sub-clusters and Regional offices
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are requested to submit a cover letter, CV, and signed P11 form (which can be retrieved at http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/index_53129.html) to with subject line “Focal Point for Child Protection in Emergencies Capacity Building for the Global Child Protection Working Group Consultancy” by 30 January 2014. Please indicate your ability, availability and daily rate to undertake the terms of reference above. Applications submitted without a daily (or monthly) rate will not be considered.
Joint applications will not be accepted
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