Organization: UN Children's Fund
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Closing date:
05 Feb 2017Purpose of the Position
Under the guidance of the Chief Field Operations, responsible for the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Ituri programme.
The incumbent ensures the office's administrative operations and services in compliance with the organization's administrative policy, procedures, rules and regulations.
Another important duty would be to manage the relations with the local authorities, technical departments and civil society, advocate for larger investment in social services for the benefit of the children in the province.
Key Expected Results
Summary of key functions/accountabilities:
Undertakes field visits to monitor programmes, as well as conducts periodic programme reviews with government counterparts and other partners. Identifies necessary action for programme adjustments. Provides technical advice and assistance to government officials and other partners in the planning and management of Health, Education and Protection projects.Analyzes and evaluates data and/or takes corrective action when necessary, to meet Health, Education and Protection objectives.Prepare Health, WASH, Education and Protection status updates required for donors, budget review, programme analysis, annual reports, etc..Assists government authorities to plan and organize capacity building programmes. Identifies training needs for the purpose of capacity building and sustainability of Health, Education and Protection projects.Participates in the development of the workplan, and ensures compliance with specific assigned objectives. Provides guidance and support to staff to manage and implement projects.Meets with national and international agencies covering the management of Health, Education and Protection projects. Participates in meetings with Ministries responsible for Health, Education and Protection project review, and follows up on implementation of recommendations and agreements. Assists in the development and/or introduction of new approaches, methods and practices in project management and evaluation.Coordinates with the Operations/Supply staff on supply and non-supply assistance activities ensuring proper and timely UNICEF and Government accountability. Certifies disbursements of funds, monitors and submits financial status reports to Senior Programme Officer or Representative as required.Contributes towards the preparation of the Situation Analysis by compiling data, analyzing and evaluating information, and writing chapters of the Analysis. Designs, prepares, implements, monitors and evaluates assigned health, education, protection projects.Contributes to the Preparation of documents for the Country Programme Document (CPD) and Country Programme Action Plan (CPAP), etc.Qualifications of Successful Candidate
Education
Advanced university degree in any of the following: Social Sciences, Public Administration, International Relations, Business Administration, Public Health, Education, or other fields related to the work of UNICEF.
Work Experience
Five years progressively responsible professional work experience in social development, project administration, monitoring and evaluation, some at the international level.
Language
Fluency in French and in English. Having a Swahili level is an asset.
Competencies of Successful Candidate
Core Values
CommitmentDiversity and inclusionIntegrityCore Competencies
Communication[ II ]Working with People[ II ]Drive for Results[ II ]Functional Competencies
Formulating Strategies and Concepts [ II ]Analyzing [ II ]Applying Technical Expertise [ II ] Learning and Researching [ II ]Planning and Organizing [ I ]Leading and Supervising [ II ]Persuading and Influencing [ II ]Creating and Innovating [ II ]Relating and Networking [II]To view our competency framework, please clickhere.
Remarks
* The successful candidate for this emergency recruitment MUST be available to commence work within 31 days of receiving an offer.
* Please note that is a non-family duty station.
Employment is conditional upon receipt of medical clearance, any clearance required, the grant of a visa, and completion of any other pre-employment criteria that UNICEF may establish. Candidates may not be further considered or offers of employment may be withdrawn if these conditions are unlikely to be met before the date for commencement of service
How to apply: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 organization. To apply, click on the following link http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=502563