UNICEF Emergency Specialist Jobs 2021 – Nigeria NGO Jobs. UNICEF Nigeria programme looking for “Emergency Specialist”. Applicants with an Advanced University degree may apply on or before December 20, 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.
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UNICEF Emergency Specialist Jobs 2021
The UNICEF has published a job vacancy announcement on December 07, 2021 for qualified Nigeria’s to fill in the vacant post of Emergency Specialist to be based in Maiduguri, Nigeria.
| Recruiter | United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) |
| Position | Emergency Specialist |
| Location | Maiduguri, Nigeria |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Total Vacant Post | N/A |
| Qualification | Advanced University degree |
| Experience Required | At least five years |
| Application Deadline | December 20, 2021 |
UNICEF Job Vacancy 2021
How can you make a difference: Under the direct supervision and general guidance of the Emergency Manager, P4, Emergency Specialist establishes and implements emergency preparedness and response. S/He will be responsible for the development, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the emergency interventions to ensure the survival and well-being of children and mothers, and the affected communities in an emergency situation.
Key responsibilities:
- Adopts adequate emergency preparedness measures through the development and updating of country contingency plans and establishment of early warning mechanisms, to ensure effective preparedness and response to specific emergencies.
- Participates in the formulation and development of plans of action in preparation and response to emergencies, monitors compliance of all sectors with emergency plans of action, including financial resources. Ensures coordination of the management of emergency preparedness and response.
- Provides technical advice related to emergency preparedness and response, including on programme management related issues. Provides advice to the country office in the implementation of emergency preparedness measures in the field to strengthen preparedness and response mechanisms in the country faced with impending emergencies.
- Develops and maintains databases on country/regional information and ensure the flow of information and communication crucial for the planning and implementation of emergency preparedness and response management. Identifies availability of resources in emergency prone areas and establish logistics plans to be implemented during an emergency operation, to ensure a timely and effective emergency response.
- Plans, organizes and conducts training for the office’s staff capacity building in emergencies preparedness and response. Assists in developing and conducting emergency training courses. Provides training and/or briefing, as required. Participates in other emergency training workshops in the region and builds up the emergency preparedness and response capability of UNICEF staff as well as implementing partners.
Qualification and Experience:
- An advanced University degree from a recognized university in one of the following fields: social sciences, public administration, international law, public health, nutrition, international relations, business administration or other related disciplines is required. A combination of management, administration, and relevant technical fields is preferred.
- Five years of progressively responsible professional work experience at the national level in emergency programme/project development, planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and administration and field work experience required.
- Experience in emergency context is considered as an asset.
- Specialized training/experience in emergency response management is highly desirable.
- Fluency in English and working knowledge of the local languages at the duty station are required.
Other Details
- Job no: 546759
- Contract type: Fixed Term Appointment
- Level: NO-3
- Location: Nigeria
- Categories: Emergency Programme
- Advertised: 06 Dec 2021 W. Central Africa Standard Time
- Deadline: 20 Dec 2021 W. Central Africa Standard Time
How to Apply UNICEF Emergency Specialist Jobs 2021
Note: Before you apply, please download (link is given below) the full advertisement and read it carefully.
Then to apply, go to this link Click Here
The Closing Date: December 20, 2021
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
| Particulars | Details Link |
| Job Advertisement | Download |
| Official Website | www.unicef.org |
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