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The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does—across programmes, advocacy, and operations. The equity strategy, which emphasizes the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action.
For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop, and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias, or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life—in its social, political, economic, civic, and cultural dimensions—his or her rights are violated.
There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education, and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens by addressing inequity not only gives all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential, but also leads to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.
The Operations Associate supports the effective and compliant delivery of UNICEF’s operational services, ensuring that core functions—finance, supply and logistics, administration, and asset management—are delivered efficiently and in line with UNICEF’s operational policies and procedures.
Under the direct supervision of the Operations Officer or Operations Manager, the incumbent contributes to improving service delivery by coordinating operational processes, monitoring compliance, and facilitating collaboration between operations and programme teams. The role ensures that UNICEF offices and staff have the operational support and resources needed to deliver results for children on time and within budget.
How can you make a difference?
The incumbent plays a critical role, responsible for executing a broad variety of procedural and specialized Operations tasks, requiring in-depth knowledge of UNICEF Operations procedures, processes, and policies. Support the day-to-day management of operational processes, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring timely service delivery to programme and field colleagues.
The Operations Associate contributes to improving operational efficiency, strengthening internal controls, and ensuring value for money in all operational transactions.
Operational Coordination and Planning
Financial and Budget Support
Procurement, Supply and Logistics
Administrative and Facility Management
Travel and Logistics Coordination
Risk Management and Compliance
Coordination and Reporting
Attendance Management
Key functions/accountabilities:
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
Education:
Completion of secondary education is required. Professional and/or university courses related to the field of work are highly desirable.
Experience:
Minimum six years of progressively responsible administrative or clerical work experience required.
Language Requirements:
Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.
For every Child, you demonstrate...
UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values.
UNICEF competencies required for this post are…
During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.
UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.
We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.
UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.
All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks, including verification of academic credentials and employment history, and may be required to provide additional information.
Remarks:
This position has been assessed as an elevated risk role for Child Safeguarding purposes. Additional vetting and assessment for elevated risk roles may apply, including additional criminal background checks.
UNICEF’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to delivering the best results for children. Eligible and suitable female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.
UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance, visa issuance, inoculation requirements (including against SARS-CoV-2), and other administrative conditions. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment if these requirements are not met.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
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