Programme Associate at United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)

Vacancy Notice No: 2017/VA/028

Position number:                    

Grade: G-6

Contract Type:Temporary Appointment

Duration of Contract:Three months (with possible renewal)

Duty Stations:Abuja

Supervisor:Senior Programme Officer

Proposed Starting: Immediately

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The incumbent normally receives guidance from more senior programme staff in the operation. He/she may receive indirect guidance from other sections and units relevant to the country programme(s). UNHCR Manual, Operations Plans, UN and UNHCR financial/budgetary rules and regulations will guide the work of the Programme Associate. S/he is expected to stay abreast of the challenges posed to the region by the political context, the UN and humanitarian reform and institutional developments.
• Under the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Officer the incumbent shall carry out the responsibilities below:
• Assist in negotiating agreements with implementing partners and ensure that IP agreements are established in conformity with UNHCR’s financial rules and the latest Headquarters’ instructions.
• Undertake proper collection, monitoring and use of baselines, standards and indicators needed to measure and analyze Programme performance, trends and target interventions.
• Review the implementation and performance of IPs agreements through appropriate physical monitoring to evaluate the projects by reviewing work plans, progress reports, budget, financial reports and expenditures; undertake field visits as required.
• Use UNHCR’s corporate tools (e.g. Global Focus, Focus Client) to assess the technical soundness of the operation and generate data for evidence-based decisions at the country-level.
• Assist in keeping donor representatives briefed on developments and assist in the development of funding submissions, appeals and reports.
• Assist in ensuring compliance in issuance of audit certificates for Implementing Partners.

Perform other duties as required.

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of Secondary education and post-secondary training/ certificate in Business Administration, Social Science, International Law or related field
• Minimum 6 years of previous job experience relevant to the function
• Computer skills (in MS office)
• Fluency in English and working knowledge of another relevant UN language or local language.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES

• Completion of the UNHCR Learning programmes or specific training relevant to functions of the position
• Good knowledge of UNHCR financial rules, procedures and processes
• Knowledge of UNHCR specific programmes (MSRP, Focus, etc.)
• Prior exposure to UNHCR refugee operations and functions relating to office administration and programme activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office package tools(emphasis on MS Excel)