Organizational Development Consultant at the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF)

United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Organizational Development Consultant for the Design and Deployment of Career Development and Networking Workshops

Job no: 573622
Location: Abuja
Contract type: Consultant
Level: Consultancy
Categories: Human Resources

Purpose of Activity / Assignment 

• UNICEF Nigeria Country Office is seeking the services of an organizational development consultant to support the design and deployment of career development and networking workshops to run across all offices.

The broad goals of these workshops will be:

• To empower participants to apply for roles within and outside UNICEF.
• Teach participants effective networking techniques to build professional relationships.
• Improve Staff members Interviewing skills
• Provide tools and strategies to overcome biases and promote inclusivity.
• Help staff members create personalized career development plans with actionable goals.

Scope of Work
UNICEF NCO is seeking to hire an experienced organizational development consultant to co-design and deploy these career development and networking workshops whose objectives are for attendees to:

• Understand the purpose and key elements of compelling cover letters.
• Learn strategies and techniques for proper formatting of resumes, CVs and Job Application forms.
• Undertake skills assessment and gain knowledge about how to take proper ownership of their career development.
• Improve their performance within interviews and during networking opportunities.
• Understand UNICEF’s competency model, identify their top competencies, clarify their values, and align these to support their career aspirations.
• Have access to an experience career development coach for a specified length of time.

Workshop Format Options:

• 2 days physical in-person workshop in our eight offices.

Potential Topics

• Personal audit and goal setting/visualization
• Exploring opportunities within UNICEF and beyond.
• Applying for Roles: Strategies and Tips
• Crafting impactful resumes and cover letters.
• Navigating the application process effectively.
• Maintaining your mental wellbeing during and beyond your job search
• Leveraging networking for career growth and opportunities.
• Enhancing online and offline Interview competencies
• Recognizing and challenging biases that impact career growth.
• Crafting & Owning Your Career Development Plan
• Speed” mentoring and coaching sessions.

Expected Outcomes from workshop

• Increased awareness of career opportunities within and outside UNICEF.
• Enhanced networking skills for professional growth
• Improved interview documentation, performance and confidence.
• Heightened awareness and mitigation of personal biases 
• Personalized career development plans with accountability partners and/or identified coaches/mentors.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have… 

• An advanced Degree (Master’s or higher) in Human Resources, Organizational Development or related fields. 
• 7 - 10 years of proven experience in designing and delivering career development programs, workshops, or training sessions for the organized private, public, humanitarian and development sector
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing professional development strategies, particularly in the areas of CV writing, interview preparation, networking, mentoring, and career planning.
• Expertise in career coaching and professional development, with a focus on the unique needs of staff in international organizations, particularly those at the General Service (GS) and National Officer (NO) levels.
• Familiarity with best practices in career development, adult learning principles, and training methodologies.
• Strong facilitation and communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate participants from diverse backgrounds.
• Proficiency in creating training materials, including presentations, handouts, and interactive exercises.
• Ability to conduct needs assessments and incorporate feedback to refine training programs.
• Prior experience working with UN agencies or similar international organizations is highly desirable.
• Understanding of the career development challenges and opportunities within the context of UNICEF or similar entities.

Application Closing Date
17th July, 2024.