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UNICEF Nicaragua

Vacancy Notice No. 09/15

Title:

Programme Assistant

Level:

GS-5 (General Services)

Duty station/Section:

Managua, Nicaragua / Programme

Type of Contract:

Fixed-Term of one year initially

Date of Entry

1 July 2015

Purpose:

Under the supervision and technical guideline of the Child Protection and Monitoring & Evaluation Specialists, the incumbent will provide support in the planning and organizing of a variety of tasks related to programme/projects implementation and follow-up.

The key responsibilities of the Programme Assistant will be:

1. Collects data and other information on development, Child Protection and Monitoring & Evaluation and/or subject-matter activities. Processes and examines information and data in accordance with instructions received, making necessary abstracts and computations.

2. Draft and processes operations in SAP-VISION system in order to verify the accuracy of documentation processed in accordance with the acceptable accounting procedures for action by supervisor.

3. Provide technical and administrative support and follow up logistical arrangement, appointments for supervisor, and making logistical coordination for travels in Programme Section.

4. Maintains proper record of the section in the implementation of Programme Cycle, updating the database in SAP/VISION System.

5. Assists in the preparation of all information material, working papers and financial tables for analysis and decision making in briefing and review sessions.

6. Takes notes during meetings, prepares minutes and ensures follow up to actions agreed upon.

7. Maintains, logs, files and updates records in prescribed format for subsequent use.

8. Undertakes visits to implementing partners to review systems and procedures for compliance with UNICEF rules and regulations as well as HACT guidelines and prepare reports and recommendations. Also carries out assurance visits and spot checks for compliance testing. Prepares and conducts training to staff and implementing partners.

Minimum Requirements:

Completion of secondary education

University level studies an asset.

Project development skills.

Computer operating and software skills: Word, Excel, Power Point and Financial SAP

Five years of office experience in similar post, including record-keeping and processing of information abstracted from computer system.

Fluent in Spanish and working knowledge of the English language.

Competencies:

How to apply:

Closing Date:

Highly responsible individual with the following competencies:

Core Values: Commitment, Diversity and Inclusion, Integrity

Core Competencies: Communication, Working with People, Drive for Results

Functional Competencies: Analyzing, Learning and Researching, Planning and Organizing, Following instructions and Procedures

Qualified candidates please submit your application letter, CV and P11 form (which can be downloaded from http://goo.gl/z0NN2j), to email address: jai@unicef.org, under Ref: Vacancy Notice #09/15, Programme Assistant.

23 April 2015

Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and a P11 form, as well as the two most recent PER/Personnel Evaluations (mandatory for UNICEF & UN candidates)

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 and HIV, to apply to become a part of our organization.