With the declaration of polio as a public health emergency, Nigeria is
intensifying its efforts to ensure polio Is stopped for good. As a key
partner in the effort to eradicate polio, UNICEF has the lead rolein
communicating to families and communities about the importance of
taking the oral polio vaccine to prevent Polio.
UNICEF is seeking a creative, energetic and experienced programme
officer, with an interest in applying Your skills towardsan inspiring,
dynamic and results-orientedprogramme. Under the supervision of the
Chief, Communication (Polio) be responsible for the management of key
financial information and data, specifically Responding to requests
from donors and partners. The post will maintain compliance with
UNICEF systems and procedures and ensure management integrity and
accountability with high standards in all financial and budget related
activities.
Job Title Programme Officer
Minimum qualification and competencies
University degree in business Administration, Accountancy, Government,
Public Administration, or other relevant disciplines.
• Two years of relevant professional post degree work experience or
field work experience in
programming and budgeting,
· Fluency in written and spoken English is required Knowledge of
another UN working
Language and/or local working language the duty station is an asset.
Good communication, analytical and negotiating skills. Ability to work
with people in a diverse
Environment. Knowledge of computer management and applications.
Some of the major functions that the incumbent is expected to carry
out are as follows:
1. Provide professional assistance in data collection and analysis in
close link with the Data Manager and M&E Specialist; complete accurate
reporting as well, particularly for donors and partners.
2 Safeguard financial resources entrusted to the polio communication
teamby advising on/or
budget-related bottlenecks are resolved forth smooth functioning of
the networksand polio
Communication activities at all levels.
3 Responsible for the overall monitoring of financial performance of
the Polio Communications budget;
Monitor allocation and expenditure trends: generate, prepare, and
share with members of the polio team
Financial progress reports. Address deviations or delays for
corrective measures.
4 Monitor donor reports schedule, key flnancial.information9nddata, as
required,or programmatic
activities to increase public understandingof UNICEF .work the
country, specificallyresponding to
requests from polio donors, UNICEF National Committees, and other stakeholders,
5 Ensures that all administrative transactions and arrangements of
contracts are in compliance with the
Applicable policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Reviews all
contractual arrangements related to
programmatic support (mass media, media Communication for Development
(C40), Volunteer
Community mobilizer (VCM) Network, M&E, an research etc.) to ensure
that the terms and conditions
of all contracts are being adhered to by providers of services,
6 Assists in monitoring the implementation of activities through field
visits particularly to the zonal offices
To resolve any budget related issues at field level.
How to Apply
All candidates must please send via email (1) cover letter (one-page
summary statement that
describes how your experience and qualification relate to the job
description)and (2) a scanned/PDF
copy of the completed and signed UN Personal History Form; to
nrecruit@unicef.org by close of
business on Friday 24 May 2013
IMPORTANT: Please put the position titleyou are applying for on the
subject line ofyour email.
UNICEF, a smoke-free environment, is committed to gender equality In
its mandate and its staff. Well
Qualified candidates, particularly women are strongly encouraged to apply.
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