UNICEF

Terms of Reference
Technical Support and Programme Management for Sub-National Work
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Purpose of Assignment:
To provide technical support and programme management (monitoring and
implementation of activities) for sub-national work performed by UNICEF and partner
organizations in Stann Creek and Toledo
Background and Rationale
In 2010, a midterm review of the UNICEF and the Government of Belize Country
Programme provided the opportunity to build a strong life-cycle approach to the overall
country programme. The review led to limiting the number of core programme areas to
three, more closely integrating programmes and inserting a subnational focus directly
designed to reach the most disadvantaged children in Toledo, Stan Creek and South Side
Belize City. This design improved efficiency in resource allocation and use, as well as
programme outcomes, and serves as the basis for the subsequent country programme for
the period 2013-2016.
The overall goal of the 2013-2016 country programme is to contribute to the
realization of the rights of boys and girls by focusing on reduction of disparities and
inequalities. This is done by supporting efforts towards the attainment of an adequate
standard of living for families and children in Belize, in line with international human
and child rights norms and standards, and as stated in its national development plan,
Horizon 2030. The country programme has a special focus on building the national and
sub-national institutional capacity to address the bottlenecks and barriers that
systematically impede the realization of the rights of the most at risk, excluded and
disadvantaged children. It contributes to the improvement of the situation of all children
and adolescents, with special attention given to Southern Belize (Toledo and Stann Creek
districts) and South-side Belize City.
The programme of cooperation supports the achievement of the following key
results by 2016: (a) boys and girls from excluded and disadvantaged targeted
communities benefit from the implementation of effective and inclusive national and subnational policies and integrated programmes on child protection, early childhood
development (ECD), and education; and (b) boys and girls benefit from the application of
stronger domestic legislative framework meeting international standards, and a child
rights monitoring system that includes social budgets and social expenditure assessment
at national and sub-national levels. These results support the countrys response to the
observations of the Committee on the Rights of the Child and Committee on the
Elimination of Discrimination against Women. Finally, the programme supports policy
assessment and implementation of regulatory frameworks, with an equity and gender
focus.

Timeframe for the consultancy

The consultancy will be for a period of 6 months (November 2014 - April 2015).
An additional 6 months extension of this period can be made following a successful
performance evaluation
Scope of work

Under the terms of the contract the national consultant is expected to

perform the following duties. Provides support to the UNICEF programme
team in order to meet all programme objectives in the Southern Districts
(Toledo and Stan Creek), within a participatory and team-oriented
environment.
Provides technical advice and assistance to programme partners in the
planning and management of programmes/projects in the Stann Creek and
Toledo Districts.
Collaborates with programme partners, in the Southern Districts, involved
in the management and implementation of the programme to identify, plan
and implement relevant inter-sectoral coordination and partnership
collaboration mechanisms.
Meets with partners on a regular basis to follow-up on programme
implementation. Participates in meetings, workshops planned by partners
in the thematic areas of education, ECD, health and nutrition, child
protection, HIV/Aids and adolescent development.
Participates in monthly UNICEF Program meetings, providing
information on the implementation of activities and contributes to the
planning of activities in accordance with UNICEF planning processes.
Undertakes regular field visits to monitor programmes, as well as conduct
periodic programme reviews with partners, and use the outputs and
recommendations to identify necessary actions for programme
adjustments.

Implementation Arrangements
The programme officers and specialists within the UNICEF country office are
responsible for providing the consultant with guidance and direction. The Consultant will
work under the direct supervision of the Social Policy Specialist.

Reporting
The consultant will be responsible for preparation and submission of reports and
documents which will include but not limited to:
Delivery of hard and soft copies of monthly work plans and work reports at the
end of each month
Delivery of programme and progress reports with analysis of specific results
every three months
Payment to consultant will be processed based on monthly invoices submitted by the
consultant accompanied by the approved (by the supervisor) work-plans, work-reports
and deliverables.
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Major tasks and deliverables to be completed
In coordination with UNICEF programme team and specialists, the consultant is expected
to:
a. Provide technical support to the two municipalities in the Southern Districts in
the implementation of work plans;
b. Coordinate programme with partners in the Ministry of Education Youth and
Sports, Battle of the Drums, Congress Maya Teachers, POWA, BFLA,
National Garifuna Council, TIDE, Ministry of Human Development Social
Transformation and Poverty Alleviation and Ministry of Health around quality
social services with equity.
c. Support the implementation of inter-sectoral ECD delivery in the Southern
Districts
d. Support the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene project in QCFS in the Stann
Creek District
e. Support the implementation of the Sustainable Child Friendly Municipalities
Initiative in the municipalities in the southern districts.
f. Ensure program partners timely and quality delivery of project and financial
reports

Qualification or specialized knowledge/ experience required:

University Degree in Social Sciences or related field.

Three or more years of professional work experience in
Education/Development of social development, project administration,
programme management, monitoring and evaluation, some of which at the
international level.
Excellent communication and advocacy skills
Ability to organize and implement trainings;
Demonstrated drive for results; leadership and teamwork abilities.

Initiative, passion and commitment to UNICEFs mission and professional

values are expected.
Remuneration is commensurate with work experience. Travel and per diem
for meals, lodging and miscellaneous expenses will be covered according to a
pre-approved work plan. The consultant is expected to be stationed in any of
the two districts (Toledo or Stann Creek) for the duration of the contract.

Closing date for submitting applications is 15th November, 2014. Please visit our
website http://www.unicef.org/videoaudio/PDFs/P11.doc to access the Personal
History (P11) Form. Completed P11 form with a cover letter and detailed rsum
are to be sent by e-mail to belize@unicef.org, attention: Operations Assistant;
subject Technical Support and Programme Management for Sub-National Work.