Deadline of this Job: 09 November 2022
Key tasks, deliverables and time frame
1. Build three water quality monitoring devices.
• Utilizing existing components build three water quality monitoring devices
• Pre-test devices in controlled environment
• Package devices for installation
2. Jointly with programme owners install, monitor and troubleshoot devices in testing sites
• Together with ZAWA and Zanzibar Field Office staff identify three suitable locations for the installation of the devices.
• Install devices in locations
• Monitor device functioning and provide troubleshooting support in the event of malfunction.
• Utilizing an HCD approach create the FM radio broadcaster / WiFi network prototype solution
• Utilizing a Human-centered approach document detailed requirements for the development of the prototype.
• Design and assemble FM Radio broadcaster / WiFi network prototype.
3. Utilizing an HCD approach create the FM radio broadcaster / WiFi network prototype solution
• Utilizing a Human-centered approach document detailed requirements for the development of the prototype.
• Design and assemble FM Radio broadcaster / WiFi network prototype.
• Prepare draft documentation about the solution and jointly revise with Innovation and Knowledge Management Specialist
• Upload solution information into INVENT
• Trial prototype in real life setting
4. Build five FM radio broadcaster / WiFi network prototypes.
• Assemble/build five FM radio broadcaster / WiFi network prototypes.
• Pre-test devices in controlled environments
• Setup monitoring system for devices
5. Document experience and share with programme owners and other UNICEF staff
• Prepare way forward documentation about the solution, containing issues, bugs and improvements or features to be added to the system;
• Update solutions information into INVENT;
• Deliver one session to all staff about the deployment and the results from the real-life application of the devices;
• Deliver one session to ZAWA and Zanzibar Field Office about the deployment and the results from the real-life application of the Water quality monitoring device.
• Deliver one session to Education and SBC counterparts (to be identified) about the deployment and the results from the real-life application of the FM Broadcaster / WiFi transmitter.
Payment schedule.
Payments will be made upon submission and acceptance of the specified deliverables in the table above under section TASKS, DELIVERABLE AND TIME FRAME. UNICEF reserves the right to withhold all or portion of payment if performance is unsatisfactory, if work/output is incomplete, not delivered or for failure to meet deadlines.
Assessment / selection process and methods
Proposals will be both technically and financially evaluated. The technical part will carry a weight of 75%, in which the consultant will put clear his/her technical approach to ensure quality attainment of each deliverable and the consultancy in totality. The financial part will carry 25% showing proposed budget breakdown of consultancy cost for each deliverable and eventual total consultancy cost. This will make a total of 100%.
Location and duration
This assignment is expected to commence in mid-November 2022 and be completed in October 2023 (11.5 months duration). Once the selection process has been completed, the contract supervisor will communicate with the candidate to reach an agreement on the start date.
The incumbent is expected to work full-time in the UNICEF Tanzania country office, however some remote working will be considered
Evacuation coverage.
The consultant will be required to submit the proof of medical/Health Insurance with medical evacuation coverage.
Reporting
The consultant will work under the supervision of.
1st Supervisor: UNICEF Tanzania Knowledge management & Innovation specialist.
2nd Supervisor: UNICEF Tanzania Innovation Officer
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
1. Recent graduate (less than 2 years) or master’s degree Student in ICT, Engineering or relevant academic field.
2. Relevant experience in Human Centered Design, namely interviewing and documenting programme activities
3. Experience with mobile technologies and database management systems.
4. Previous experience with NGO’s or UN agencies.
5. Previous experience in conceptualizing water quality monitoring systems.
6. Previous experience building embedded systems for development programmes
Deadline of this Job: 09 November 2022
JOB DETAILS:
Specific Tasks:
1. Provide technical support and supervision for the finalization of SM radio programme Series One:
• Recruit writer or writers to complete Series One scripts
• Provide creative and technical advice and supervision to contracted writer(s) for completion of Series One scripts for serial drama and complementary features
• Support recruitment of radio production company and provide creative and technical inputs for production of 26 pre-recorded programmes for Series One
• Design Series
• One field-tests activities; support implementation; assess results and recommend needed changes
2. Work closely with TASAF to develop distribution plans for radio equipment and group toolkits and record-keeping systems for same. Support TASAF to design system for trouble-shooting common equipment problems / radio repairs.
3. Support TASAF in the formation of groups: carry out mapping of eligible households using universal register of beneficiaries; create SM site profiles; Design and develop simple guideline for formation of SM groups; Support TASAF to ensure membership recordkeeping systems are in place / database of members created.
4. Analyze training needs of TASAF cadres and produce training outline and content for simple training materials.
5. Develop launch plan and supporting communication materials for series one and support launch implementation
6. Provide technical support for development of Series Two and Three radio programme content:
• Develop TOR for individual writer or company to develop radio scripts for total 78 thirty-minute programmes (series 2 and 3) comprising serial drama and complementary features.
• Develop creative brief for contractor to ensure continuity of characters and key storylines from Series One; provide creative and technical script advice and supervision through completion of Series Two and Three scripts for serial drama & complementary features (78 programmes)
• Develop ToR for company for production of 78 pre-recorded radio programmes for series 2 and 3
• Provide creative and technical inputs for production of Series Two and Three
• Design field-tests activities for series two and three; support implementation; assess results and recommend needed changes
7. Develop content for print materials for SM members toolkit for radio listening: updated branding kit, radio care and operation instruction card, radio dust cover / carrying bag, group register, pen, membership cards, visual aide memoire for key messages.
8. Provide creative and technical inputs to graphic designer to produce final materials
9. Develop ToR for ICT monitoring and interactive radio partner; advise on selection of same; Work with contractor to ensure design, development and testing of effective system to meet needs of SM / TASAF ; ongoing analysis and application of findings to improve programme quality / effectiveness
10. Provide technical support and inputs to SM evaluation research team.
11. Support TASAF to develop field monitoring plan and tools for use by field cadres; provide technical support for monitoring and analysis; make recommendations for correction / improved implementation.
12. Document the process and lessons that led to successful transition from UNICEF funded project into a fully integrated and funded national program (12 – 15 pages).
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
• At least 15 years’ professional experience in strategic communication, including Social and Behavior Change well as advocacy and public information; research experience related to strategic communication, including experience designing, implementation and monitoring of broader national SBC radio programs interventions; experience using qualitative methods in large-scale complex research designs especially relevant; developing creative concepts and supervising creative production
• Demonstrated leadership in designing SBC radio programs and community lead initiatives in developing country context, preferably in Africa region
• MA degree in a related subject area such as communication, anthropology, community psychology, social marketing, instructional design; interdisciplinary work is especially relevant
• Strong conceptual, writing and analytic skills
• Experience of working within the framework of social protection programmes preferred.
Payment schedule.
Payments will be made upon submission and acceptance of the specified deliverables in the table above under section TASKS, DELIVERABLE AND TIME FRAME. UNICEF reserves the right to withhold all or portion of payment if performance is unsatisfactory, if work/output is incomplete, not delivered or for failure to meet deadlines.
Methodology
This assignment shall be conducted in the period of one year, both remotely and in country depending on the deliverables.
Assessment / selection process and methods
• Evaluations: The applicant should submit both technical and financial proposal which clearly stipulate how the work will be conducted. The Financial Proposal should include all costs of this assignment including fee, travel costs, accommodation as UNICEF will not pay any DSA.
• Proposals will be both technically and financially evaluated. The technical part will carry a weight of 75%, in which the consultant will put clear his/her technical approach to ensure quality attainment of each deliverable and the consultancy in totality. The financial part will carry 25% showing the proposed budget breakdown of consultancy cost for each deliverable (fees, travels and accommodation) and eventual total consultancy cost.
• Technical proposal will be evaluated on the following the criteria:
• Years of expertise experience
• Academic qualifications
• Specialized expertise
• Relevant Experience
Medical evacuation coverage.
The consultant will be required to submit the proof of medical/Health Insurance with medical evacuation coverage.
Reporting
The consultant will work under the supervision of the Chief WASH.
Location & duration
The consultancy is based in Dar es salaam and a consultant will work remotely and at TASAF field locations. The consultancy will cover a period of 160 working days from December 2022 – November 2023 whereby 60 percent in Tanzania and 40 percent remotely.
For every Child, you demonstrate…
UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS).
UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.
UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for consultants/individual contractors with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the selection process and afterwards in your assignment.
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. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.
Remarks:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws.
The selected candidate is solely responsible to ensure that the visa (applicable) and health insurance required to perform the duties of the contract are valid for the entire period of the contract. Selected candidates are subject to confirmation of fully-vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the assignment. It does not apply to consultants who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their consultancy contracts.
Advertised: 03 Nov 2022 E. Africa Standard Time
Deadline: 09 Nov 2022 E. Africa Standard Time
JOB DETAILS:
Specific Tasks:
1. Provide technical support and supervision for the finalization of SM radio programme Series One:
• Recruit writer or writers to complete Series One scripts
• Provide creative and technical advice and supervision to contracted writer(s) for completion of Series One scripts for serial drama and complementary features
• Support recruitment of radio production company and provide creative and technical inputs for production of 26 pre-recorded programmes for Series One
• Design Series
• One field-tests activities; support implementation; assess results and recommend needed changes
2. Work closely with TASAF to develop distribution plans for radio equipment and group toolkits and record-keeping systems for same. Support TASAF to design system for trouble-shooting common equipment problems / radio repairs.
3. Support TASAF in the formation of groups: carry out mapping of eligible households using universal register of beneficiaries; create SM site profiles; Design and develop simple guideline for formation of SM groups; Support TASAF to ensure membership recordkeeping systems are in place / database of members created.
4. Analyze training needs of TASAF cadres and produce training outline and content for simple training materials.
5. Develop launch plan and supporting communication materials for series one and support launch implementation
6. Provide technical support for development of Series Two and Three radio programme content:
• Develop TOR for individual writer or company to develop radio scripts for total 78 thirty-minute programmes (series 2 and 3) comprising serial drama and complementary features.
• Develop creative brief for contractor to ensure continuity of characters and key storylines from Series One; provide creative and technical script advice and supervision through completion of Series Two and Three scripts for serial drama & complementary features (78 programmes)
• Develop ToR for company for production of 78 pre-recorded radio programmes for series 2 and 3
• Provide creative and technical inputs for production of Series Two and Three
• Design field-tests activities for series two and three; support implementation; assess results and recommend needed changes
7. Develop content for print materials for SM members toolkit for radio listening: updated branding kit, radio care and operation instruction card, radio dust cover / carrying bag, group register, pen, membership cards, visual aide memoire for key messages.
8. Provide creative and technical inputs to graphic designer to produce final materials
9. Develop ToR for ICT monitoring and interactive radio partner; advise on selection of same; Work with contractor to ensure design, development and testing of effective system to meet needs of SM / TASAF ; ongoing analysis and application of findings to improve programme quality / effectiveness
10. Provide technical support and inputs to SM evaluation research team.
11. Support TASAF to develop field monitoring plan and tools for use by field cadres; provide technical support for monitoring and analysis; make recommendations for correction / improved implementation.
12. Document the process and lessons that led to successful transition from UNICEF funded project into a fully integrated and funded national program (12 – 15 pages).
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
• At least 15 years’ professional experience in strategic communication, including Social and Behavior Change well as advocacy and public information; research experience related to strategic communication, including experience designing, implementation and monitoring of broader national SBC radio programs interventions; experience using qualitative methods in large-scale complex research designs especially relevant; developing creative concepts and supervising creative production
• Demonstrated leadership in designing SBC radio programs and community lead initiatives in developing country context, preferably in Africa region
• MA degree in a related subject area such as communication, anthropology, community psychology, social marketing, instructional design; interdisciplinary work is especially relevant
• Strong conceptual, writing and analytic skills
• Experience of working within the framework of social protection programmes preferred.
Payment schedule.
Payments will be made upon submission and acceptance of the specified deliverables in the table above under section TASKS, DELIVERABLE AND TIME FRAME. UNICEF reserves the right to withhold all or portion of payment if performance is unsatisfactory, if work/output is incomplete, not delivered or for failure to meet deadlines.
Methodology
This assignment shall be conducted in the period of one year, both remotely and in country depending on the deliverables.
Assessment / selection process and methods
• Evaluations: The applicant should submit both technical and financial proposal which clearly stipulate how the work will be conducted. The Financial Proposal should include all costs of this assignment including fee, travel costs, accommodation as UNICEF will not pay any DSA.
• Proposals will be both technically and financially evaluated. The technical part will carry a weight of 75%, in which the consultant will put clear his/her technical approach to ensure quality attainment of each deliverable and the consultancy in totality. The financial part will carry 25% showing the proposed budget breakdown of consultancy cost for each deliverable (fees, travels and accommodation) and eventual total consultancy cost.
• Technical proposal will be evaluated on the following the criteria:
• Years of expertise experience
• Academic qualifications
• Specialized expertise
• Relevant Experience
Medical evacuation coverage.
The consultant will be required to submit the proof of medical/Health Insurance with medical evacuation coverage.
Reporting
The consultant will work under the supervision of the Chief WASH.
Location & duration
The consultancy is based in Dar es salaam and a consultant will work remotely and at TASAF field locations. The consultancy will cover a period of 160 working days from December 2022 – November 2023 whereby 60 percent in Tanzania and 40 percent remotely.
For every Child, you demonstrate…
UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability, and Sustainability (CRITAS).
UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.
UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for consultants/individual contractors with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the selection process and afterwards in your assignment.
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. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.
Remarks:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws.
The selected candidate is solely responsible to ensure that the visa (applicable) and health insurance required to perform the duties of the contract are valid for the entire period of the contract. Selected candidates are subject to confirmation of fully-vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the assignment. It does not apply to consultants who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their consultancy contracts.
Advertised: 03 Nov 2022 E. Africa Standard Time
Deadline: 09 Nov 2022 E. Africa Standard Time
Deadline of this Job: 10 November 2022
JOB DETAILS:
Responsibilities
Total duration: 5 days
Training is conducted by a minimum of two tutors.
The trainees for each of the above listed courses will be a maximum of 25 participants drawn from competent staff of the inspection services/compliance and enforcement department at TBS.
The specific objectives of this training are:
• To strengthen the inspection services towards developing and implementing a quality system that complies with the requirement of ISO/IEC 17020 leading to the accreditation of
• TBS inspection services.
• To provide an opportunity to gain an insight experience with regards to the inspection procedures linked to ISO17020 as conducted by assessors of an accreditation body.
• Deliverables and General Time Schedule
This section contains a general schedule of activities to be undertaken by the contractor and the deadlines for submission of deliverables.
• Training plan- 5 days after contract signature
• Validation of training materials -15 days after contract signature
• Delivery of trainings -30 days after contract signature
• Final report to include participants assessment forms -45 days after contract signature
• All activities/deliverables shall be finalized and all stated payment supporting documents shall be
• submitted to CVP no later than 2 months from the date when the contract is signed by the contractor.
• Estimated time frame for activities to be delivered is November-December 2022.
Location
The location of the training will be at Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Contractor’s Personnel
The bidder will propose a team of assessors who will conduct these trainings and provide their CVs.
One of the trainers will be identified as the team leader. and coordinate the work of the other trainers.
Requirements
Knowledge and Experience
The team leader must have experience as a lead assessor for ISO17020 with a minimum of 5-year experience in conducting these training
All team members should demonstrate the following skills:
• Excellent knowledge of the ISO17020:2012 (upgraded 2017) & ISO19011 standards
• Proven experience (5 years) as a trainer in courses linked to the above
Worked (5 years) in conducting inspection and demonstrated skills in developing
• inspection methods and procedures, control documents and internal audits.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Swahili is required.
Language Requirements
The working language for the contractor’s proposed personnel will be English and Swahili.
Payment Terms
Payment will follow the following schedule:
• 30% First Payment Training plan approved
• 70% Final payment Final Report (submitted 2 weeks after the completion of the trainings
• and must include the list of trainees who have qualified
• Payments will be payable within 30 days upon receipt and acceptance of deliverable and invoice
• (electronic version) indicating the contract number and installment requested.
• Interested parties should submit a quote and a mini proposal to this advert.
JOB DETAILS:
Responsibilities
Total duration: 5 days
Training is conducted by a minimum of two tutors.
The trainees for each of the above listed courses will be a maximum of 25 participants drawn from competent staff of the inspection services/compliance and enforcement department at TBS.
The specific objectives of this training are:
• To strengthen the inspection services towards developing and implementing a quality system that complies with the requirement of ISO/IEC 17020 leading to the accreditation of
• TBS inspection services.
• To provide an opportunity to gain an insight experience with regards to the inspection procedures linked to ISO17020 as conducted by assessors of an accreditation body.
• Deliverables and General Time Schedule
This section contains a general schedule of activities to be undertaken by the contractor and the deadlines for submission of deliverables.
• Training plan- 5 days after contract signature
• Validation of training materials -15 days after contract signature
• Delivery of trainings -30 days after contract signature
• Final report to include participants assessment forms -45 days after contract signature
• All activities/deliverables shall be finalized and all stated payment supporting documents shall be
• submitted to CVP no later than 2 months from the date when the contract is signed by the contractor.
• Estimated time frame for activities to be delivered is November-December 2022.
Location
The location of the training will be at Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Contractor’s Personnel
The bidder will propose a team of assessors who will conduct these trainings and provide their CVs.
One of the trainers will be identified as the team leader. and coordinate the work of the other trainers.
Requirements
Knowledge and Experience
The team leader must have experience as a lead assessor for ISO17020 with a minimum of 5-year experience in conducting these training
All team members should demonstrate the following skills:
• Excellent knowledge of the ISO17020:2012 (upgraded 2017) & ISO19011 standards
• Proven experience (5 years) as a trainer in courses linked to the above
Worked (5 years) in conducting inspection and demonstrated skills in developing
• inspection methods and procedures, control documents and internal audits.
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Swahili is required.
Language Requirements
The working language for the contractor’s proposed personnel will be English and Swahili.
Payment Terms
Payment will follow the following schedule:
• 30% First Payment Training plan approved
• 70% Final payment Final Report (submitted 2 weeks after the completion of the trainings
• and must include the list of trainees who have qualified
• Payments will be payable within 30 days upon receipt and acceptance of deliverable and invoice
• (electronic version) indicating the contract number and installment requested.
• Interested parties should submit a quote and a mini proposal to this advert.