UN Volunteer - Programme Support

Job Posting Organization:
UNICEF, established in 1946, is a United Nations agency that works in over 190 countries and territories. Its mission is to promote the rights and well-being of every child, focusing on the most disadvantaged children in the world. UNICEF aims to save lives, defend rights, and help children fulfill their potential. In Equatorial Guinea, UNICEF collaborates with the government, particularly the Ministry of Education, to strengthen the education sector, focusing on foundational literacy and numeracy, evidence generation, distance education, and inclusive education.

Job Overview:
The UN Volunteer - Programme Support position at UNICEF involves supporting program teams in planning, budgeting, and monitoring activities with implementing partners. This role is crucial for ensuring that UNICEF's programs are effectively aligned with government plans and expected outcomes. The position requires close collaboration with various sectors, including health, child protection, social policy, education, and adolescent development. The volunteer will also contribute to the implementation of the Harmonized Approach to Cash Transfers (HACT) framework, ensuring compliance and quality management of programmatic and financial work by partners. This role is essential for enhancing the capacity of implementing partners in project management and financial accountability, thereby ensuring that UNICEF's objectives are met efficiently and transparently.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the UN Volunteer include supporting program teams in planning and budgeting activities, ensuring compliance with the HACT framework through spot checks, strengthening the capacities of implementing partners in project management, and analyzing financial reports from partners. The volunteer will also facilitate communication between programs, finance, operations, and logistics, provide technical support to partners in administrative and financial management, and participate in the planning of supplies and inventory reconciliation. Additionally, the volunteer will assist in the selection processes for partners and suppliers, ensuring alignment with UNICEF's operational needs and objectives.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a solid understanding of project management principles. They should demonstrate adaptability, creativity, and professionalism in their work. The ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders is essential, as is a commitment to UNICEF's mission and values. Candidates should also have a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making, with a focus on achieving results.

Educational Background:
A degree in social sciences, education, international development, or a related field is required. Candidates with advanced degrees or specialized training in project management or financial management will be given preference. Knowledge of UNICEF's programs and policies, particularly in education and child rights, is advantageous.

Experience:
Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience in program support, project management, or financial management, preferably within an international organization or NGO. Experience working in developing countries or in the education sector is highly desirable. Familiarity with UNICEF's operational frameworks and procedures will be considered an asset.

Languages:
Fluency in English and Spanish is mandatory. Knowledge of additional languages spoken in Equatorial Guinea, such as French or Portuguese, would be considered an advantage.

Additional Notes:
This position is a full-time volunteer role with UNICEF, and the organization will cover travel costs related to the volunteer's work. The volunteer must be willing to travel within the country as required. The role may involve working in challenging environments, and UNICEF is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for volunteers with disabilities.