UNICEF Pacific Consultancy: National Assistive Technology (AT) Coordinator, Pohnpei, FSM, 520 days over 24 months

Overview

This national consultancy aims to coordinate Assistive Technology (AT) related activities within the FSM government system, involving administrative and technical tasks to support the implementation of a project improving access to AT for school-aged children.

Tasks Summary

• Assist in establishing the national AT governance/steering committee and serve as its secretariat.
• Act as a key communication and coordination focal point.
• Assist in developing a national Communications Plan.
• Assist the national government focal point in coordinating with the ATscale Secretariat and regional experts.
• Facilitate the procurement of AT products and logistical arrangements.
• Collect, organize, and manage all program-related documentation.
• Provide general technical and administrative support to the National AT steering committee.
• Provide data and information for ATscale biannual and annual reporting requirements.
• Provide on-the-ground coordination and support for program activities.
• Collaborate to identify and implement a digital platform for tracking service delivery.
• Assist in supporting the development of national AT policy briefs, advocacy and awareness raising campaigns.
• Contribute to policy integration of AT into national health/education strategies.

Experience Requirements

• At least 2 years of professional experience in public health or related special education field.
• Proven technical expertise in health system, public health, inclusive education, field of disability.
• Experience in programme or project support, preferably in the field of disability or a related sector.
• Strong organizational, administrative, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Familiarity and experience of working with UN agencies is an asset.

Qualification Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in public health, special/inclusive education, or a related field.

Other Details

Languages Required: • Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Languages Preferred: • Knowledge of a local language is highly desired.

Contract Duration: 520 days over 24 months

Work Modality:

Remuneration: • lump sum amount for all the deliverables • breakdown for: Daily/Monthly Fees, In country Travel, Miscellaneous