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About the job
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.
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Health | UNICEF South Africa
At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.
South Africa, a upper-middle-income country, is making progress in healthcare, education access and social inclusion. However, challenges persist in child rights, poverty, health, malnutrition, HIV, quality education and access to clean water and sanitation which are compounded by humanitarian risks from climate change.
The goal for current Health and Nutrition Programme of UNICEF South Africa Country Office is that by 2025, girls and boys, including the most deprived, receive an integrated package of quality and equitable maternal newborn and child health, HIV/AIDS and nutrition care and services.
As a Programme Associate, you will be carrying out a range of programme support functions to help develop, implement and monitor the Health and Nutrition Programme, ensuring effective and timely delivery that is consistent with UNICEF rules and regulations.
UNICEF is a place where careers are built, we offer our staff diverse opportunities for personal and professional development that will help them develop a fulfilling career while delivering on a rewarding mission. We pride ourselves on a culture that helps staff thrive, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.
How can you make a difference?
Under the supervision and guidance of the Chief of section, the programme associate works in close collaboration with a range of staff in the Country Office, external partners and other UN agencies 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.
Qualifications and Experience
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.
Experience: A minimum of six years of administrative or programme associate work experience is required.
Desirables
Prior experience in programme support functions is considered an asset.
Relevant experience in a UN system agency 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
Fluency in English, both strong verbal and written skills, are essential. Knowledge of a local language is an asset.
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
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