National consultant-Facilitator UN Cares HIV in the Workplace Orientation Sessions

UN Cares, the UN system wide workplace programme on HIV in New York, conducts half-day orientation sessions for all UN personnel based in New York. The orientation sessions started in 2005 and will continue for the foreseeable future. UN Cares New York on a regular basis organises eighteen half day sessions (two per day) each year to ensure that all newcomers have a chance to participate in a session. All UN System organisations headquartered in New York (UNDP, UNFPA , UNICEF, and the UN Secretariat) have made participation in these sessions mandatory for all their staff members. To date UN Cares relied on volunteers as facilitators of these sessions. Due to professional rotation and commitments, the majority of the trained volunteers cannot offer their services anymore. Therefore, UN Cares New York is looking for a consultant who could assume the task of facilitating the yearly 18 orientation sessions with 20 to 30 participants per session, with the possible support of one volunteer facilitator. The sessions for 2012 are planned for February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, and November. The objectives of these orientation sessions are to ensure that all UN system employees: Have basic knowledge of HIV and AIDS, including the means of transmission; Know how to protect themselves from HIV transmission; Understand the United Nations’ policies regarding HIV; Contribute to a workplace environment free of stigma and discrimination.

Duties and Responsibilities

The facilitator will conduct two half-day sessions per day, one in the morning from 9:30AM – 1:00PM and one in the afternoon from 1:30PM – 5:30PM. He/she will work with the UN Focal Points of the hosting agency in setting up for the orientation sessions and will accommodate and oversee the work of the volunteer co-facilitator (if applicable). He/she will facilitate the sessions by the established format according to the UN Cares Facilitation Guide. The sessions are facilitated in a participatory way and include various forms of interactions between the participants. The consultant will conduct a live demonstration of the use of male and female condoms and provide a safe space for participants to openly address sensitive issues related to HIV. Facilitate the 18 planned UN Cares Orientation Sessions in New York for 2012.

Competencies

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Required Skills and Experience

Education: Degree in Public Health, social science, education or similar (BA or MA) Experience: 7-10 years working experience in facilitating learning In-depth knowledge of HIV and AIDS Experience in conducting training sessions on HIV and AIDS in a participatory way Familiarity or willingness to familiarize her/himself with the UN context, such as the UN Personnel Policy on HIV and AIDS, insurance policies and similar Awareness of the pandemic situation in the USA, especially tri-state area, New York City Awareness of tri-state based HIV related service centers (VCT, care and treatment, including post-exposure prophylaxis, PEP) Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability Previous work experience with the UN system is desirable Availability to cover all planned sessions in 2012 through a long term agreement Language: In-depth knowledge of the English language Qualified candidates are requested to apply online via this website. The application should contain: Cover letter explaining why you are the most suitable candidate for the advertised position. Please paste the letter into the "Resume and Motivation" section of the electronic application. Financial proposal (specifying daily fee), no travel expenses will be covered Personal CV including past experience in relevant field\area. At least 2 (two) references. Other documents confirming the work experience, expertise and skills Interested individuals must submit their applications online through UNDP Online Recruitment System. Applicants are encouraged to fill and sign a P11 Form and submit it on the online application.. The P11 Form can be obtained at: http://sas.undp.org/Documents/P11_Personal_history_form.doc

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National consultant-Facilitator UN Cares HIV in the Workplace Orientation Sessions