Emergency officer | Bahir Dar

UNICEF Ethiopia is implementing a 5-year country programme 2020-2025 which is fully aligned with the UNSDCF. UNICEF will work collaboratively within the UNSDCF on a joint strategy to strengthen national systems for data collection, analysis, monitoring and applying adjustments to promote equity. Evidence will be used to monitor the situation of children, tracking progress towards equity and scale, and to inform advocacy to adjust policies, strategies and budgets. Monitoring and corrective actions will be undertaken through UNICEF staff, partners and third-party monitoring, and through mechanisms for community feedback and accountability to affected populations.

The Amhara region is currently facing multiple emergencies driven by conflict, drought, public health emergencies, floods, and landslides. The Northern Ethiopia conflict has affected up to 50% of the region, displacing nearly 2.4 million people, many of whom have not received support for their return and continue to face significant challenges. In addition, 2 345 health facilities, 4 321 schools, 1 491 water sources, and other critical social services have been looted or damaged. Since July 2023, a new conflict between Fano and government forces has further exacerbated the humanitarian crisis, making it increasingly difficult for mothers and children to access essential and lifesaving services throughout the region. As a result of the compounded effects of conflict, drought, and other climate changes, over 700,000 children are now in need of various forms of assistance.

Currently, there are 756 000 internally displaced persons (IDPs), 27 000 refugees, and more than 300 000 IDP returnees dispersed across the region, all in need of humanitarian aid. In this challenging context, UNICEF’s Amhara Field Office (FO) is actively engaged in delivering life-saving humanitarian support to vulnerable populations, protecting children’s rights, and safeguarding them from exploitation and abuse. Strengthening the capacity to provide timely and effective responses is critical to mitigate the impact of this crisis and protect women and children throughout the region.

To enhance emergency response efforts in the Amhara region, the Amhara FO, with support from the country office’s Emergency team, is recruiting a National UNV Specialist (Emergency Officer). This National UNV Specialist will be based in the Amhara region and will provide essential support in emergency response planning, implementation, and building community resilience.

Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of the Emergency Specialist, the UN Volunteer, Emergency officer will perform the following tasks:

* Emergency Planning and Response: The Emergency Officer will assist the development and implementation of emergency response plans in coordination with UNICEF teams, government counterparts, and humanitarian partners.

* Strengthen Coordination: Support coordination with local authorities, humanitarian partners, and other stakeholders to ensure an integrated response. Facilitate communication to ensure timely emergency response is in place.

* Field Monitoring and Reporting: Conduct regular field visits to monitor the situation on the ground, assess the impact of interventions, and gather data to inform program
adjustments. Assist in data collection and analysis to monitor the humanitarian situation based on key emergency indicators ensuring accurate and timely information is available for decision-making. Prepare situation reports, updates, and briefing notes for the UNICEF Amhara Field Office and share to country office.

* Strengthen Community Engagement during emergency: Work with local communities to build resilience and promote disaster preparedness, ensuring that interventions are community-driven and sustainable.