Under the guidance of the Regional Health Adviser, the Programme Associate will also be required to work closely with Primary Health Care / Health Systems Strengthening Coordinator, Maternal and Newborn Health Specialist, the Child Health Adviser and the Public Health Emergencies Specialist.  The Programme Associate will be accountable for the full spectrum of administrative and project/programme support activities

The incumbent will be specifically responsible for:

• Regularly monitoring budgets and financial expenditures of section by employing applicable tools, ensuring compliance with UNICEF rules and regulations, keeping supervisor informed and advised on actions for decision and/or follow up.
• Helping prepare periodic or ad-hoc financial reports relating to country office and donors to support the office in optimizing use of programme funds.
• Carrying out transactions in VISION ensuring programme results, activities and programme coding are as per annual work plans (AWPs) and making amendments and alterations as per section revisions when necessary.
• Carrying out transactions in VISION pertaining to grants and programme-related items for his/her section including but not limited to registering grant allotments and tracking expiring programme grants.
• Preparing monitoring and reporting information for supervisor and team on agreed performance indicators to drive more efficient management and accountability for results.
• Supports capacity development activities related to programme development by preparing training materials and participating in exercises.
• Supporting the programme section in researching, compiling and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data and information from a variety of sources on subject matters relevant to the work of the section to facilitate programme delivery as well as preparation of reports, working papers and presentations.
• The key results have an impact on the overall performance of the country office and success in the implementation of project/programme activities. Accurate programme monitoring and recommendations, data entry and presentation of information ensure proper programme decision-making

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

• Education: Completion of secondary education is required, preferably supplemented by technical or university courses related to the work of the organization. A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized academic institution in a field relevant to the position may replace three years of related work experience, or an additional two years with a Master’s degree.”
• Work Experience: A minimum of six years of administrative or clerical work experience is required. Prior experience in programme support functions is an asset. Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered an asset.
• Skills: In-depth knowledge of the administration which underpins UNICEF country office programme/project operations, including monitoring and evaluation processes; Strong organizational, planning and prioritizing skills and abilities; High sense of confidentiality, initiative and good judgment; Ability to work effectively with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong office management skills; High attention to detail; Ability to effectively manage the section’s material resources and monitor its budget; Good analytical skills; Experience using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other UNICEF software such as SharePoint.
• Language Requirements:  Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

Desirables:

• Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency.
• For every Child, you demonstrate…
• UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values
• The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…
• Builds and maintains partnerships
• Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness
• Drive to achieve results for impact
• Innovates and embraces change
• Manages ambiguity and complexity
• Thinks and acts strategically
• Works collaboratively with others