Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Closing date: 21 Aug 2017
Purpose of the Position
Under the overall guidance of the Head of Office, the incumbent of the post is responsible for supporting the DRC Office in mitigating risks related to governance, programmes (including emergency programmes) and operations processes. S/he will provide adequate and continuous feedback to the Head of Office on the quality, relevance and efficiency of programme and operational implementation in the field and adherence to UNICEF’s zero tolerance for corruption, in addition to and independently from the monitoring carried out by zone/provincial and Kinshasa offices.
Key Expected Results
Qualifications of Successful Candidate
Education
Advanced University degree in Business administration and financial management.
A first-level university degree with two additional years of experience may be acceptable in lieu of an advanced degree.
Work Experience
A minimum of 8 years of continuous professional work experience of managing large projects or programmes, including financial management, particularly developing and implementing financial control system, preferably with an international development agency or NGO.
Language
Fluency in English and French is required.
Competencies of Successful Candidate
Core Values
Core Competencies
Functional Competencies
Remarks
* The successful candidate for this emergency recruitment MUST be available to commence work within 31 days of receiving an offer.
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 Candidates may not be further considered or offers of employment may be withdrawn if these conditions are unlikely to be met before the date for commencement of service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=506433