Programme Associate

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Under the supervision and guidance of the Child Protection Manager, with matrix reporting to the Education Manager, the Programme Associate supports the Child Protection and Education sections by carrying out a range of programme support functions to help develop, implement, and monitor their country programme and rolling work plans, ensuring effective and timely delivery that is consistent with UNICEF rules and regulations.   

The Programme Associate works in close collaboration with a range of staff in the CO, external partners and agency counterparts in support of programme design and delivery. S/He provides regular feedback on the status of projects through monitoring milestones and advises on improvements to keep activities on track.

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

Minimum requirements:

• Education: Completion of secondary education is required, preferably supplemented by technical or university courses related to the work of the organization.
• Work Experience: At least 6 years of relevant work experience in administrative or clerical work.

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.

Source: https://jobs.unicef.org/en-us/job/573637/programme-associate-gs6-banjul-the-gambia-18481