Purpose
of the Position
Under the general supervision of the Chief of Field
Operations L-5, responsible for the formulation, planning, design, implementation
and evaluation of the UNICEF programmes within the zone.
Closing Date:
Tuesday, 13 November 2012
Key
Expected Results
Continuously monitor, assess and analyze the needs
of vulnerable groups of women and children in the zone, propose strategy and
appropriate interventions for UNICEF support and identify institutions and
other community groups to implement these programmes. In collaboration with
government officials, NGOs and other UNICEF colleagues. Plan and manage UNICEF
interventions in the zone and prepare appropriate project proposals, plan of
actions and work plans accordingly. Supervise and coordinate the activities of
the staff based in the zone and assigned to outposts in the zone. Study the
strengths and weaknesses of collaborating institutions, governmental, NGO and
community groups and recommend ways by which UNICEF can increase their capacity
to serve the needs of targeted women and children. Prepare budgets, draft
necessary supply and cash requisitions and liaise with Supply Sections in
Nairobi and Copenhagen to facilitate speedy procurement, arrival and
distribution of programme assistance.
Collect and assemble accounting and other
documentation, authorize expenditures within approved limits and certify
receipts to settle cash advances to government and colleagues in the field.
Negotiate with government, NGO officials and community leadership to maximize
community involvement in the management and control of project activities and
to advocate low cost, appropriate technology interventions favouring children
and women of lo socio-economic status particularly in rural settings. Monitor
political economic development and all stages of programme implementation and
prepare comprehensive contributions to weekly sitreps, annual reports and other
reports as may be needed.
Qualifications
of Successful Candidate
Advanced university degree in social sciences,
business administration, public health, communication or any other related
field. *A first university degree with a relevant combination of academic
qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university
degree.* At least ten (10) years of progressively responsible professional work
experience at the national and international levels in programme management,
planning, monitoring and evaluation. Fluency in English and another UN language
required. Knowledge of the local working language of the duty station is an
asset.
Competencies of Successful Candidate
II) Core Competencies (Required) Communication
[III] Drive for Result [III] Working With People [III] III) Functional
Competencies (Required) Formulating Strategies and Concepts [ III ] Analyzing [
III ] Relating and Networking [ III ] Deciding and Initiating Action [ III ]
Persuading and Influencing [ III ] Leading and Supervising [ III ]
Remarks
*This is a re-advertisement. Applicants who applied
in the 1st round need not re-apply* Please note that Bosasso is a NON-FAMILY
duty station
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion
within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from
all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with
disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.
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