Social Policy Specialist

13 hours ago


Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya UNICEF Full time
Job Title: Social Policy Specialist

UNICEF is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Social Policy Specialist to join our team in Nairobi, Kenya. As a key member of our Social Policy team, you will play a critical role in shaping and implementing our social protection agenda in the East and Southern Africa region.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide technical leadership and guidance to Country Offices and the Regional Office in Eastern and Southern Africa on social protection programming and policy.
  • Develop and implement regional and country-level analysis and advocacy to promote the development of national social protection systems and programs.
  • Contribute to global thinking and visibility on social protection development, including through analysis and advocacy.
  • Build and maintain partnerships with regional and national institutions, partners, and stakeholders to promote social protection.
Requirements:
  • Advanced university degree in Economics, Public Administration, Social Policy, or Social Protection.
  • Minimum of eight years of progressive, professional work experience in social protection in applied, national, and international development settings.
  • Hands-on experience and proven results in using social protection evidence to generate change at the national level.
What We Offer:

UNICEF offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from qualified candidates from diverse backgrounds.



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