Programme Consultant

Vacancy Notice: PC_01_GR/25_11

Job title: Programme Consultant

Location: Home-based with regular meetings at the UNICEF Greece Country Office

Type of contract: Fixed term – full time

Starting date 15 April 2025

Closing date for applications: 16 March 2025

Contract duration: Until 31 December 2025

About ICMC

The International Catholic Migration Commission (ICMC) is an international non-governmental organization, whose mission is to protect and serve children as well as uprooted people, including refugees, asylum seekers, internally displaced people, victims of human trafficking, and migrants - regardless of faith, race, ethnicity, or nationality.

ICMC started a partnership with UNICEF in Greece in order to deploy a highly qualified affiliated workforce to assist UNICEF Greece Country Office.

Scope of work

The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programme, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfil their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.

UNICEF became operational in Greece in early 2016 as an outposted team from the Regional Office of Europe and Central Asia (ECARO) to respond to the significant influx of refugee and migrant children and their families at that time. Following several years of engagement with national stakeholders, UNICEF and the Government of Greece made a decision in January 2020 to formalize the agency’s presence in the country as a full-fledged Country Office. The office falls under the auspices of the UNICEF Regional Office for Europe and

Central Asia located in Geneva, which supports the work of 22 Country Offices within its geographical scope, reporting in turn to global headquarters in New York. Within the framework of a mandate for all children in Greece, UNICEF and Greece are now working to address the needs of all vulnerable, marginalized and left-behind children in the country.

In the context of the Country Programme for Greece (2022-2026) approved by the UNICEF Executive Board in February 2022, UNICEF and the Government of Greece have agreed on national targets for children, concerning health, education, social protection, child protection, justice and youth employability.

Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the UNICEF Programme team, the incumbent will play a critical role in supporting the National Action Against Childhood Obesity in Greece. This will involve assisting in the design, implementation, dissemination, and monitoring of sports-based interventions aimed at enhancing the physical literacy, well-being and knowledge and skills of children, adolescents and educators.

The incumbent will be assigned contributory accountabilities for all or part of the following duties:

 Programme Coordination and Oversight:

• Assist the UNICEF Programme team in overseeing and guiding Implementing Partners in the design, piloting, and overall management of sport-based initiatives.
• Collaborate with Implementing Partners to ensure that activities are aligned with programme goals, age-appropriate, culturally relevant, and meet local community needs.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

• Support the effective tracking of programme progress, including key performance indicators (KPIs), timelines, and deliverables.
•  Regularly assess and monitor programme performance, providing ongoing support to the Implementing Partners to address any challenges or adjustments necessary for achieving the desired outcomes.

 Stakeholder Communication and Engagement:

• Facilitate communication with key stakeholders, including government ministries (e.g., Ministry of Health (MoH), Ministry of Education, Religious Affairs and Sports (MOERAS), community partners, and CSOs, to ensure smooth program implementation and alignment with national goals.

 Reporting and Documentation:

• Develop and or support on regular reports, presentations, and documentation to track progress, analyze challenges, and highlight key successes of the programme.

Programme Development and Strategy:

• Support the development of new strategies or methodologies that enhance programme outcomes, including the integration of best practices, evidence-based approaches, and relevant local insights.
•   Provide input into programme adjustments and improvements to increase efficiency and impact.

Financial and Resource Management:

•  Support the effective allocation and monitoring of programme budgets, ensuring efficient use of resources and adherence to financial guidelines.
•  Assist in managing logistics for program events and activities, including managing timelines, venue selection, and event coordination.

Advocacy and Communication:

• Support communication and outreach efforts to ensure that the programme's objectives and outcomes are promoted effectively to the public, stakeholders, and other partners.
• Foster strategic partnerships to strengthen programme impact and expand its reach.

Requirements

Education

•  A degree in Project Management, Public Administration, Social Sciences or a related field
• Additional training or certification in project Management, Monitoring & Evaluation, or a related field is desirable.

Experience

•  A minimum of five (5) years of relevant professional experience in programme or project management, including the design, implementation, and monitoring of development programs
•  Proven experience in coordinating multi-sectoral teams, supporting Implementing Partners (IPs), and ensuring the successful execution of large-scale initiatives
•  Strong experience in monitoring and evaluating the progress of programmes, providing feedback, and supporting programme adjustments
•  Familiarity with working in collaboration with government ministries, local stakeholders, and international organizations is an asset.
•  Experience in producing reports, proposals, and presenting findings to senior management and donors

Language requirements

• Fluency in English and Greek is required.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit a detailed CV of maximum four pages in English, a motivation letter and two professional references with full and up to date contact details via email, to: Mr. Akis Papakonstantinou, ICMC HR Officer

The closing date for receipt of applications is 16/3/2025.

The Vacancy Notice number PC_01_GR/25_11 and the applicant’s full name must be quoted in the e-mail subject line.

Applications will be evaluated upon reception and interviews with shortlisted candidates may be conducted before the closing date. Referees may be contacted prior to the interviewing stage.

Data protection

By submitting an application, you agree that ICMC collects and manages the information that you provide. You also agree that your data may be shared with UNICEF. Your personal information will be used for recruitment purposes only. Your application will be treated with strict confidentiality.

Owing to the volume of applications, ICMC regrets that only applicants short-listed for an interview will be notified.

ICMC is committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants. ICMC does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, national origin, religion, physical or mental ability, marital status and age. Applications will be treated with strict confidentiality.

ICMC is committed to a Zero-Tolerance Policy toward sexual exploitation, abuses and all forms of unlawful harassment, including but not limited to sexual harassment. Screening of applications includes the vetting for records of prior misconduct and reference checking. By submitting your application, you declare your consent for your former employer to disclose any details concerning criminal convictions or misconduct.  ICMC can take other necessary measures to ensure that people involved in substantiated cases of sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment are not recruited.