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Mission and objectives
The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, 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 favouritism. 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, hygiene/sanitation 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.
Context
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) works in 190 countries and territories. UNICEF opened its first office in Mozambique in 1975. Therebefore, UNICEF is in Mozambique for almost 50 years, working to reach the most disadvantaged children, to save their lives and defend their rights as well as to help them fulfil their potential. With a strong presence in the most vulnerable provinces in Mozambique, Sofala, Cabo Delgado, Zambezia and Nampula, UNICEF work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. UNICEF was created to work with others to overcome the obstacles that poverty, violence, disease and discrimination place in a child’s path. Despite remarkable challenges around the world, UNICEF staffers fight for the rights of every child seeking safe access to WASH, Education, nutrition, protection from disaster and conflicts, and equality. Mozambique is prone to multiple hazards such as floods, cyclones, drought due to its geographic location, long coastline in Indian ocean which has active cyclone activity every year as well as high poverty levels of the population which increases vulnerability. Furthermore, Mozambique has been recording public health emergencies such as Polio and cholera which can be worsened by climate-related shocks and conflict in the north. Climate shocks are becoming more frequent and severe triggering the need to capture well their impacts to inform better planning, analysis and evidence generation. This UNV assignment is part of the UNICEF contribution and support to improve disaster information management systems and platforms used by the National Institute for Disaster Management and Risk Reduction (INGD) in Mozambique. INGD has been using traditional tools for management of disaster impact data such as excel which does not offer immediate analysis and visualization of the situation. Therefore, there is need to improve INGD data visualization tools, analysis and capacity to enable real time understanding of the situation after certain shock as well as information sharing among the humanitarian partners (https://www.ingd.gov.mz/). This process will include better data visualization showing the impact of shocks on children, other vulnerable groups and those displaced.
Task description
Under the direct supervision of the UNICEF Emergency Specialist – Cláudio Julaia, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks: • Improve and strengthen the process to collect and review data and continue developing INGD data visualization products (snapshots/Dashboard), including data entry and flow. • Support the development of response data dashboard • As needed, propose changes/adjustments to collection/review/visualization products for its improvement to avoid/minimize errors. • Design and recommend new INGD snapshots (including sector, displacement, needs assessment snapshots) using data visualization platforms (e.g. tableau, power BI or others that INGD has access to). This should include an interactive geospatial visualization of disaster impact data. • Re-test the functioning of the designed platform and its readiness for utilization. • Provide training to INGD information officers and sector emergency focal points at central and provincial levels on the use of the designed platform. • Support needs assessment processes, including review of existing tools for data collection and analysis • Support the integration and alignment of information captured from existing needs assessment tools to data entry and new data visualization products. • Explore the linkages of the designed platform and other database systems that INGD is using. • Support the migration of developed platforms/dashboards to local INGD server • Any other tasks identified related to data collection, analysis, and management that will improve INGD’s overall data management/visualization capacity. Furthermore, UN Volunteers are required to: • Strengthen their knowledge and understanding of the concept of volunteerism by reading relevant UNV and external publications and take active part in UNV activities (for in-stance in events that mark International Volunteer Day); • Be acquainted with and build on traditional and/or local forms of volunteerism in the host country; • Reflect on the type and quality of voluntary action that they are undertaking, including participation in ongoing reflection activities; • Contribute articles/write-ups on field experiences and submit them for UNV publications/websites, newsletters, press releases, etc.; • Assist with the UNV Buddy Programme for newly arrived UN Volunteers; • Promote or advise local groups in the use of online volunteering or encourage relevant local individuals and organizations to use the UNV Online Volunteering service whenever technically possible.
Eligibility criteria
Age
18 – 80
Required experience
3 years
Nationality
Candidate must be a national, legal resident or hold refugee status in the country of assignment.
Assignment requirements
Relevant experience
3 years
Languages
English, Level: Fluent, Required Portuguese, Level: Fluent, Required
Required education level
Bachelor’s degree in Information Management Technology, Computer science, Information systems, Geographic sciences, GIS or engineering highly desirable
Competencies and values
☒ Accountability ☒ Adaptability and Flexibility ☒ Building Trust ☒ Client Orientation ☒ Commitment and Motivation ☒ Commitment to Continuous Learning ☒ Communication ☒ Creativity ☒ Ethics and Values ☒ Integrity ☒ Knowledge Sharing ☒ Planning and Organizing ☒ Professionalism ☒ Respect for Diversity ☒ Self-Management ☒ Technological Awareness ☒ Working in Teams
Skills and experience
• At least 3 years of professional work experience at the national and/or international level on data management, analysis and visualization using platforms and softwares such as Tableau, Power BI or any other or other relevant programmes; • Experience developing scripts that allows interoperability with other systems through Rest APIs; experience with on ArcGis is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organization; • Advanced knowledge, skills and experience (3 years or more) on database development and management, and digital data collection tools (KoboToolBox, ODK or similar) is required. • Experience in the implementation of an ETL data flow using javascript or similar programming language, is required; • Experience in designing and delivering capacity-building initiatives will be considered a strong asset; • Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills; • Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing; • Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development • Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel; • Very strong computer literacy, including proficiency in various MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Access) data collection platforms, email/internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines; • Sound security awareness; • Have affinity with or interest in Emergency Preparedness and Response, volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN System
Area(s) of expertise
Community development, Crisis and emergency response, Development programmes
Driving license
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Volunteerism is understood as a wide range of activities undertaken of free will, for the general public good, for which monetary reward is not the principal motivating factor.
Living conditions and remarks
Mozambique is located on the southeast Coast of Africa. The country lies on the east coast of Southern Africa and borders the United Republic of Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zimbabwe, South Africa, and Swaziland. The total area of Mozambique is 799 380 Km square from North to South. The land borders have a length of 4,445 km, while the coastline measures 2,515 km. Monte Binga, culminating at 2,436 m over the Zimbabwe border, is the highest point of Mozambique. With a total population of roughly 34 million people, based on the 2017 census, Mozambique is a country where 73% of the population is under 30 years old. Portuguese is the official and business language, although English is also widely spoken in business and academic settings, particularly in the capital city of Maputo. There are 11 provinces, and a wide array of local languages spoken, including Shangane, Bitonga, Xitswa, Chope, Ronga, Elomwe, Chuabo, Sena, Shona, Ndau, Nyandja, Emakua, Kimwani and Chimakon. Mozambique’s climate ranges from tropical and subtropical in the north and central regions to dry, semi-arid steppe and arid desert in the south. The hottest and wettest period occurs between December and February, with average daily temperatures ranging from 22°C to 30°C. The rainy season spans from October to April, while winters, from June to August, are mild with average daily temperatures between 13°C and 24°C. Maputo, the country’s capital, serves as both its commercial and cultural hub. Housing in Maputo, which includes apartments and houses, can be rented for $600 to $2,000 per month, depending on the amenities and size. Restaurant meals typically cost between $10 and $15. Food, household commodities and clothing can be found in shops and local markets at reasonable prices. An entry visa is required for all travelers and must be obtained from the Mozambican Embassy prior to travelling. The metical is the local currency and exchange rate stands at USD 1 equivalent to about 64.38 meticais (MZM) as per February 2026. Commercial banks are operational in the country and Visa cards are accepted in very limited hotels. Maputo is categorized as a family duty station offering a variety of different accommodation options. It has a vibrant international community whilst also providing excellent opportunities to work in a national, Mozambican context.
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