Programme Associate, Burkina Faso , Dori, Fixed Term Appointment

Programme Associate, Burkina Faso , Dori, Fixed Term Appointment

Job Number: 520849 | Vacancy Link
Locations: Africa: Burkina Faso
Work Type : Fixed Term Appointment

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Post Information
Job Title: Programme Assistant
Supervisor Title/ Level: Chief Field Office (L3)
Organizational Unit: Programme
Post Location: Dori, UNICEF ZONAL OFFICE.
Job Level: G6

Job organizational context: The Job Profile for the Programme Assistant at the G-6 level is to be used in a UNICEF country office, in any of the program sections, and/or Zonal Office.
The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.

How can you make a difference?

Purpose for the job:
Under the supervision and guidance of the CFO (Chief Field Office), the program assistant supports the Zonal Office through providing a broad range of procedural, administrative, and operational support in developing, implementing, executing and monitoring the Zonal Office program, ensuring effective and timely delivery that is consistent with UNICEF rules and regulations.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:
 Support to program development, planning and execution.
 Support to monitoring and reporting of program results
 Support in resource mobilization
 Support in knowledge management and capacity building.
Researches, analyzes, verifies, synthesizes and compiles qualitative and quantitative data and information from a variety of sources on subject matters relevant to the work of the program to facilitate preparation of reports, working papers, and presentations.
Organizes data and information, prepares and maintains records, documents and control plans for the monitoring of project/program implementation.
Contributes to the preparation of reports, project documents and submissions to governments by providing information, preparing tables and drafting relatively routine sections. Prepares background information for use in discussions with governments and other organizations.
Participates in the briefing and debriefing of project personnel.
Scrutinizes plans of operations, exchanges of letters and takes appropriate follow-up action. Assists in the administrative process of government requests for assistance.
Carries out transactions in VISION ensuring Travel Authorizations are drafted and submitted to the Supervisor in a timely manner as per the rolling Travel Plan as well as S/M’s leave and makes amendments and alterations as per Supervisor’s revisions when necessary.
Monitors and tracks the efficient distribution of supplies that are required for effective program delivery.
Collects information mainly from records and reports and prepares periodic and ad hoc reports on program and project activities.
Monitors budgets and financial expenditures of Zonal Office including petty Cash, ensuring compliance with UNICEF rules and regulations, keeping supervisor informed and advised on actions for decision/follow up.
May be required to carry out specific administrative operational/control tasks for project/program activities and performs other duties, as required.
Researches, analyzes, verifies and synthesizes information on best practices and lessons learnt to support knowledge development and capacity building
Supports capacity development activities related to performance monitoring, programme development, and related internal UNICEF systems/tools by preparing training materials and participating on exercises pertaining to program processes and procedures which aim to build capacity of stakeholders.

Impact of Results
The efficiency and effectiveness of the support provided by the program assistant to the development, implementation and monitoring of programs/projects in a zonal Office to support programs facilitates the delivery of concrete and sustainable results for the respective section, which in turn enhances the offices and UNICEF’s capacity in helping the most vulnerable women and children.

Competencies and level of proficiency required (based on UNICEF Professional Competency Profiles)

Core Values
 Commitment
 Diversity and inclusion
 Integrity

Core competencies
 Communication (II)
 Working with people (II)
 Drive for results (II)

Functional Competencies:
 Analyzing (II)
 Applying technical expertise (II)
 Planning and organizing (II)
 Following Instructions and Procedures (II)

Recruitment Qualifications

Education:
Completion of secondary education, preferably supplemented by technical or university courses in a field related to the work of the organization.

Experience:
Six years of progressively responsible clerical or administrative work, of which at least one year is closely related to support of program activities.
familiarity with emergency is considered an asset.

Language Requirements:
Fluency in French and working knowledge of English required. Communication knowledge of the local language of the duty station an asset.

For every Child, you demonstrate…
View our competency framework at http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

Closing Date Tue Apr 09 2019 00:55:00 GMT+0100 (Afr. centrale Ouest)