UNICEF Emergency Programme Specialist Jobs 2021 – Nigeria NGO Jobs

UNICEF Emergency Programme Specialist Jobs 2021 – Nigeria NGO Jobs. UNICEF Nigeria programme looking for “Emergency Programme Specialist”. Applicants with a University degree may apply on or before 08 October 2021.

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UNICEF Emergency Programme Specialist Jobs 2021

The UNICEF has published a job vacancy announcement on 24 September 2021 for qualified Nigeria’s to fill in the vacant post of Emergency Programme Specialist to be based in Abuja, Nigeria.

Recruiter United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)
Position Emergency Programme Specialist
Location Abuja, Nigeria
Country Nigeria
Total Vacant Post N/A
Qualification University degree
Experience Required At least five years
Application Deadline 08 October 2021

UNICEF Job Vacancy 2021

How can you make a difference: Under the general supervision of the Emergency Manager, the Programme Specialist – SRSP will roll out the SRSP pilot in Kaduna State in Nigeria. The roll-out will cover the following themes: programme design, partner management, planning and implementation, management and monitoring of programme/project activities, data analysis and progress reporting as well as Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP) in support of achievement of programme goals and objectives. The Programme Specialist – SRSP shall also provide strategic guidance to enable the country office to liaise with relevant national and local authorities to provide technical assistance to strengthen capacity of government delivery systems to expand cash-based response.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

  • Provide technical leadership to the project to ensure quality standards are maintained and timely completion of all deliverables outlined in the project proposal;
  • Engage with all relevant stakeholders to ensure better coordination and complementarity of existing and planned cash transfer projects in the State;
  • Develop, review and maintain work plans with time frames and deadlines for key activities; based on its changing and emerging needs;
  • Ensure all budgeted resources are requested, disbursed, utilized and reported against based on implementation timelines and commitments;
  • Support relevant colleagues and implementing partners, remotely and in person;
  • Conduct regular operational analysis of the programme, identify bottlenecks and develop solutions;
  • Ensure adherence to all UNICEF systems and procedures and compliance with requirements for implementing World Bank funded project, as outlined in project documents.

Qualification & Experience/ Language:

  • Advanced university degree in international development, social sciences, public policy, public health, or relevant field
  • Five years of relevant professional work experience – designing, implementing and managing of social protection or cash transfer programmes.
  • Strong knowledge of social protection policy debates and evidence
  • Previous experience in SRSP, is required
  • Experience in government owned social assistance programmes
  • Experience in multi-stakeholder co-ordination and facilitation.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in a multicultural environment
  • Ability to multitask and work under tight deadlines
  • Ability to take initiative, work independently and deliver high quality results on time
  • Project management of development and/or emergency programmes, preferably humanitarian cash transfers in emergency or fragile contexts is desirable
  • Fluency in English is required.  Knowledge of another official UN language or a local language is an asset.

Other Details

  • Contract Type: Full Time
  • Level: P3
  • Selection Process: Interview
  • Salary: negotiable
  • Application Process: Online

How to Apply UNICEF Emergency Programme Specialist Jobs 2021

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The Closing Date: 08 October 2021

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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