UNICEF Emergency Manager Jobs 2021 – Nigeria NGO Jobs. UNICEF Nigeria programme looking for “Emergency Manager”. Applicants with a advanced University degree may apply on or before 22 July 2021.
UNICEF is an independent development and humanitarian non-profit organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood, and enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We believe in the power and potential of every child, but know this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination.
UNICEF Emergency Manager Jobs 2021
The UNICEF has published a job vacancy announcement on 09 July 2021 for qualified Nigeria’s to fill in the vacant post of Emergency Manager to be based in Abuja, Nigeria.
| Recruiter | United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) |
| Position | Emergency Manager |
| Location | Abuja, Nigeria |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Total Vacant Post | N/A |
| Qualification | advanced University degree |
| Experience Required | Eight years |
| Application Deadline | 22 July 2021 |
UNICEF Job Vacancy 2021
How can you make a difference: Under the direction and guidance of the (Deputy) Representative, coordinates overall country office emergency preparedness and response. Responsible for the development, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the emergency interventions, including fund-raising for emergency activities, to ensure the survival and well-being of children and mothers and affected communities in emergency. Provides coordination and support for policy and programme planning and management in UNICEF supported emergency programme.
Summary of key functions/accountabilities:
- Emergency preparedness is effectively arranged together with establishment of country contingency plans and early warning mechanisms.
- Emergency preparedness and response plans addresses gender issues that may be expected to intensify during emergencies.
- Emergency plans of action are developed, and compliance and coordination of all sectors with the plans are implemented.
- Provide policy advice and guidance on emergencies and programme related to implementation of emergency preparedness measures.
- Significant improvements are made in the emergency preparedness and response capability of UNICEF staff and implementing partners through conduct of effective training activities.
- Ensure UNICEF’s presence is promptly established in the event of an emergency and the initial emergency operational tasks are effectively executed, including provision of support for information communication technology, telecommunications facility and all staff security related assistance in the country office.
Qualification:
- An advanced University degree in one of the following fields: social sciences, public administration, law, public health, nutrition, international relations, business administration or other related disciplines. Preferably a combination of management, administration, and relevant technical fields.
- Eight years of progressively responsible professional work experience at the national and international levels in programme/project development, planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and administration.
- Experience working in a developing country.
- Extensive experience in both stand-alone and mainstreamed emergency preparedness and response
- Experience in donor relations building and management
- Experience in inter-agency coordination mechanisms, advocacy and strategic response direction
- Experience in resilience, nexus programming and early recovery is an asset
- Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is an asset.
Other Details
- Contract Type: Full Time
- Categories: Emergency Programme
- Level: P-4
- Selection Process: Interview
- Salary: negotiable
- Application Process: Online
How to Apply UNICEF Emergency Manager Jobs 2021
Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.
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The Closing Date: 22 July 2021
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
| Particulars | Details Link |
| Job Advertisement | Download |
| Official Website | www.unicef.org |
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