Project Management and Implementing Partnership Coordination

Job Posting Organization:
UNICEF, established in 1946, operates in over 190 countries and territories with a mission to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. The organization is committed to promoting the rights of every child and offers diverse opportunities for professional and personal development. UNICEF employs a passionate workforce dedicated to serving children and communities globally, with a strong emphasis on inclusivity and diversity.

Job Overview:
The position focuses on project management and implementing partnership coordination within UNICEF's Pacific region. The role involves supporting project planning, execution, and monitoring for various initiatives, ensuring that all processes align with UNICEF's standards. The incumbent will work closely with Programme Managers and partners to ensure timely processing of funding requests and monitor the liquidation of Direct Cash Transfers. Additionally, the role includes providing technical and operational support for program implementation, contributing to data collection and analysis, and generating reports on key performance indicators. The position also emphasizes the use of digital tools for data synthesis and reporting, ensuring efficient grant management and budget monitoring, and facilitating communication and knowledge sharing within the organization.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support overall project planning, execution, and monitoring for assigned initiatives.
• Assist in establishing and operationalizing implementing partnership management functions, including risk assessments.
• Collaborate with Programme Managers and partners to ensure timely submission of funding requests.
• Monitor the liquidation of Direct Cash Transfers.
• Collect and analyze qualitative and quantitative program data to support decision-making.
• Generate reports, dashboards, and presentations on key performance indicators.
• Track budget allocations and expenditures, monitor grant utilization, and prepare grant management reports.
• Use AI and digital tools to streamline tasks such as data analysis and report generation.
• Draft communication materials for internal and external use. 1
• Support capacity development activities and coordinate logistics for workshops and events. 1
• Adapt to shifting program needs and provide support during emergencies or re-prioritization events.

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of secondary education is required.
• Professional or university courses related to the field of work are highly desirable.
• A minimum of six years of administrative or clerical work experience is required, or three years plus two additional years of experience for candidates with a Bachelor's or Master's degree.
• Fluency in English is required, with knowledge of another official UN language or local language considered an asset.

Educational Background:
The position requires at least completion of secondary education, with additional professional or university courses in relevant fields being highly desirable. This educational background supports the administrative and technical aspects of the role, ensuring that the candidate has a foundational understanding of project management and partnership coordination.

Experience:
Candidates should have a minimum of six years of relevant administrative or clerical work experience. Alternatively, candidates with a Bachelor's degree can qualify with three years of experience, while those with a Master's degree can qualify with one additional year of experience. This level of experience is essential to effectively manage projects and partnerships within UNICEF's operational framework.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of another official UN language or the local language of the duty station is considered an asset, enhancing communication and collaboration with diverse stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
This position is open to Fiji Nationals only. UNICEF emphasizes a zero-tolerance policy on conduct incompatible with its aims, including discrimination and abuse. The organization is committed to safeguarding children's rights and requires all selected candidates to undergo rigorous background checks. Appointments are subject to medical clearance and may include vaccination requirements. UNICEF promotes an inclusive workforce and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, or background. The organization does not charge any fees during the recruitment process.