High-Level International Consultant Support to the structuring of the UNS Programmatic Offering in the Mining Sector République Democratic Congo, Pol Soc, 2 months, remote+Travel # 596453

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Job Description UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – It's a calling. UNICEF is a place where careers are built. We offer our staff diverse opportunities for professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package. Advertisement Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, the right to Future How can you make a difference? Supporting the UNS and the DRC Government in the technical, strategic and operational structuring of an integrated programmatic offer in the mining sector, aligned with national priorities, integrating regional and international dynamics, and positioned as a lever for structural transformation of the sector towards an inclusive, sustainable and value-added model If you would like to know more about this consultancy, please review the complete Terms of Reference. Minimum requirements: |(Qualifications/Experience/ Knowledge/Expertise/Skills) Education: Master or PhD Degree in Economics, Public Policy, Mining Engineering, Natural Resource Law, International Development or Related Field.elor’s degree in social sciences, International Relations and Development Studies Work Experience: International Experience in the Mining Sector, Natural Resources or Industrial Value Chains Strategic Advice to African Governments or International Organizations in the Mining Sector English: Excellent oral and written proficiency (mandatory) Advertising Knowledge/Expertise/Skills: Field experience in sub-Saharan Africa, ideally in DRC or the Great Lakes region, and in fragile contexts; In-depth knowledge of global critical minerals initiatives (UNSG CETM initiative, OECD, Global Gateway, Lobito Corridor, AfCFTA, Africa Mining Vision) Experience working with the UN System, international financial institutions (World Bank, AfDB, IMF) or governance institutions (OECD, EITI, IRMA); Network established with international mining private sector actors and institutional investors; Mastery of gender and human rights approaches in the extractive sector (LNOB, VSBG, child labour in the ASM). Desirables: Excellent analytical, synthesis and writing skills in French and English; Ability to work in a complex multi-stakeholder environment (governments, UN agencies, private sector, civil society); Strong capacity for facilitation, strategic dialogue and negotiation; Rigor in meeting deadlines and managing several deliverables simultaneously; Political and cultural sensitivity in a fragile context For every Child, you demonstrate... UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. UNICEF values UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diverse needs of children. The UNICEF family is committed to including everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status. Advertisement UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF . Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance. UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially. Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents via the online recruitment portal, TMS (Talent Management System): An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV) Cover letter A separate financial proposal ( only acceptable in the format of the linked templat e) Financial proposal struct min TO COMPLETE.docx Remarks: If the TOR or financial proposal documents are not downloadable on certain recruitment platforms, please visit our official page Vacancies | UNICEF Careers. UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information. All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be

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