Vacancy Notice No. Zim/2012:10,
Closing date: 04 Apr 2012
UN Children's Fund
Purpose of the post:
The successful candidate will be accountable for professional technical contribution to programme/project design, planning, administration, monitoring and evaluation of WASH programme/project activities, data analysis and progress reporting, and commitment for enhancement of teamwork and capacity building, in support of achievement of planned objectives of the work plan, aligned with country programme goals and strategy. He or she will ensure the availability of accurate, complete and up-to-date information required for effective WASH programme and project design, implementation, management, monitoring and evaluation. The role involves drafting sound WASH programme budgets for review by the supervisor, including concrete steps to enhance emergency preparedness and response.
Key result areas for this post include:
•Enhance programme efficiency and effectiveness through evidence base approach and implementation follow-on, including monitoring UNICEF inputs, local conditions and resources, flow of supply and non-supply and emergency assistance and WASH programme status. •Analyze collected data and information and prepare progress reports; draft changes in WASH project work plans and assist in identification of required supplies and equipment (for both development and emergency orientated activities) as well as in the drafting of Country Programme Recommendation and other programme documentation, assuring accuracy and consistency with established rules, regulations and plans of action. •Ensure the appropriateness of financial, administrative and supply documentation; verify that WASH programme expenditures are within allotments and that data is consistent with the programme information and database (e.g., FLS, SAP). Follow up on queries or initiate corrective action on discrepancies. Collaborate with Monitoring & Evaluation office on maintaining a gender & equity focus in WASH data collection and reporting. •Compile WASH programme implementation, preparedness, and training and orientation materials to promote knowledge sharing with counterparts, WASH sectoral stakeholders, donors and media. •Collaborate with Operations staff to implement internal controls systems and resolve day-to-day issues or discrepancies in financial or supply management. •Coordinate with members of the development community, including NGOs, UN and bilateral agencies in the exchange of information relating to WASH sector. Where appropriate support the IASC WASH Cluster during preparedness and response to emergencies.
Qualifications and Competencies
•University degree in one of the disciplines relevant to the following areas: Public Health, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Geology, Hydrology, Sanitation Engineering, or a field relevant to international WASH related development assistance. Additional training in Health Education or Communication for Development (Programme Communication), an asset. •Two years of professional work experience in the UN or other international development organization or private sector (for IP) and national government and field work experience (for NO). •High computer skills and knowledge of SAP operating system is an added advantage. •Background / familiarity with emergency an added advantage.
How to apply:
If you have experience of working in a similar capacity, meet the above profile and want to make an active and lasting contribution to build a better world for children, send your application letter and curriculum vitae, quoting vacancy notice number to the following address.
Human Resources Manager (Vacancy Notice No. Zim/2012:10) UNICEF, 6 Fairbridge Avenue, P O Box 1250 Belgravia, Harare
or email: hararevacancies@gmail.com
Applications should be received by 4 April, 2012. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
