Volunteer Opportunity as a Child Protection Officer in Tripoli, Libya at UNV

You must have:

• Be between 27 and 80 years old.
• Be a citizen or legal resident of the country of opportunity.
• 3 years of case management experience focusing on vulnerable children.
• At least 3 years of experience in information management, CPIMS, spreadsheets, Excel, Kobo, graphic design and data analytics.
• Experience in establishing and maintaining effective relationships with key stakeholders, authorities and relevant operational partners.
• Strong communication and support skills, with the ability to effectively promote child protection principles.
• Good general computer knowledge, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.) and email/Internet.
• Familiarity with database administration; and office technology equipment.
• Driving License.
• Fluency in Arabic and English.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in health, education or any related field.
• Clear understanding of UNICEF related operations.
• Diplomacy and tact in dealing with clients.
• Ability to communicate and coordinate with a range of different actors, especially in senior positions; Where appropriate.
• High degree of independence and personal initiative.
• Ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially.
• Resist unjustified political pressures in the decision-making process; And stand by decisions that are in the interest of the organization, even if they are unpopular.
• Take prompt action in cases of unprofessional or unethical behavior.
• Do not abuse power.
• Teamwork skills and respect for diversity.
• High personal skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working relationships in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic and mixed-gender environment with consideration and respect for diversity.
• Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal and full participation of women and men in all aspects of UN operations.
• Ability to achieve common goals and provide guidance or coaching to colleagues.
• Initiative and desire to learn new skills and keep pace with new developments in the field of expertise.
• Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment.
• Ability to manage a high volume of work in an efficient and timely manner.
• Ability to set priorities, plan, coordinate and follow up work.
• Ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and handle multiple simultaneous projects/activities.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
• Ability to conduct presentations and explain options and positions concisely.
• Ability to live and work in potentially hazardous and remote conditions, including physical hardship and lack of rest.
• Ability to work independently in harsh environments for extended periods.
• Willingness to travel within the area of operations and move to other work stations within the area of operations when necessary.
• True commitment to the principles of volunteer work, which include solidarity, compassion, reciprocity, and self-reliance.

About UN Volunteer:

International UN Volunteers promote peace and development in communities around the globe while upholding the ideals and aspirations of the United Nations. They come from 160 countries, representing many cultures and backgrounds, and bring various perspectives and approaches.

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