Programme Associate (G-6)

Unicef Maputo (Cidade)

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UNICEF – UNITED NATIONS CHILDREN’S FUND

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT: PROGRAMME ASSOCIATE (G-6)

Reference: 00139047
Job Number: 596840
Duty Station: Maputo, Mozambique
Level: G-6
Contract Type: Temporary Appointment
Duration: 6 months
Category: Programme Management

About UNICEF

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfil their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.

At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.

UNICEF offers diverse opportunities for professional and personal development in an inclusive, diverse and purpose-driven working environment.

How Can You Make a Difference?

Under the supervision and guidance of the supervisor, the Programme Associate provides specialized programme and administrative support to facilitate the development, implementation and monitoring of UNICEF’s programmes.

The role involves substantial engagement in data analysis, budget tracking, reporting, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective programme delivery and compliance with organizational rules.

The incumbent is expected to exercise sound judgment, anticipate needs, and recommend actions that contribute to programme planning, implementation and reporting of results.

Summary of Key Functions

Project Management and Implementing Partnership Coordination;
Data Management, Analysis and Reporting;
Grant Management, Budget Monitoring and Reporting;
Digital Innovation and Operational Efficiency;
Communication, Knowledge Sharing, Stakeholder Engagement and Dissemination;
Capacity Building and Event Coordination;
Flexibility and Surge Support.

The complete Job Description is available here:

Download the Full Job Description (PDF)

Minimum Requirements

1. Education

Completion of secondary education is required.
A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized academic institution in a field relevant to the position may replace three years of related work experience.
A Master’s degree may replace an additional two years of work experience.

2. Work Experience

At least six years of relevant work experience in Programme Management, Programme Funding, Communication, or other related fields.

3. Technical Skills

Project and programme management;
Data management and analysis;
Reporting and data visualization;
Grant management;
Budget monitoring and financial reporting;
Partnership management;
Risk management and compliance;
Digital skills and Artificial Intelligence (AI);
Knowledge management;
Communication and report writing;
Emergency and surge support.

4. Non-Technical Skills

Collaboration;
Communication;
Problem-solving;
Critical thinking;
Decision-making;
Strategic thinking;
Adaptability;
Stakeholder engagement;
Accountability;
Attention to detail;
Resilience;
Teamwork.

5. Language Requirements

Fluency in English is required.

Desirable Qualifications

Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.
Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is an asset.
Relevant emergency experience is desirable.
Relevant country-level experience, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts.

UNICEF Core Values and Competencies

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate UNICEF’s core values:

Care;
Respect;
Integrity;
Trust;
Accountability;
Sustainability.

Required UNICEF Competencies:

Builds and maintains partnerships;
Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness;
Drives to achieve results for impact;
Innovates and embraces change;
Manages ambiguity and complexity;
Thinks and acts strategically;
Works collaboratively with others.

Equal Opportunities and Child Protection

UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic background, or disability.

UNICEF provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process for candidates with disabilities.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy towards conduct incompatible with its aims and objectives, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, discrimination, fraud, corruption and other forms of serious misconduct.

Verification of academic qualifications and employment history;
Screening against relevant United Nations misconduct databases;
Requests for misconduct disclosures from current and former employers, professional associations and other relevant organizations;
Checks under inter-agency safeguarding initiatives, including the Misconduct Disclosure Scheme (MDS), where applicable.

Appointment, selection and continued engagement are subject to the satisfactory completion of all required checks. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information and consent to enable UNICEF to conduct these checks.

Selected candidates with disabilities may also be requested to submit supporting documentation relating to their disability, which will be treated confidentially.

Medical Clearance, Visa and Vaccination Requirements

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.

For International Professional (IP) positions, issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required and will be facilitated by UNICEF.

Appointments are conditional on candidates’ willingness to comply with current or future vaccination requirements, should UNICEF mandate them for personnel.

Failure to comply with applicable vaccination requirements, without a duly approved medical exemption from the relevant UN authority, may result in cancellation of the selection or other administrative measures, including separation from service.

Remarks

As stated in Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity.

UNICEF is committed to fostering an inclusive, representative and welcoming workforce. Eligible and suitable candidates are encouraged to apply.

Government employees considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF.

UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary vaccination requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

Important Notice on Recruitment Fees

UNICEF does not charge any processing fees at any stage of its recruitment, selection or hiring processes, including the application, interview, validation, appointment or training stages.

UNICEF will never ask applicants to provide their bank account information.

Humanitarian Action

Humanitarian action is a cross-cutting priority within UNICEF’s Strategic Plan.

UNICEF is committed to staying and delivering in humanitarian contexts. Therefore, all staff members, at every level and across all functional areas, may be called upon to support humanitarian responses, contributing to community resilience and strengthening the capacity of national authorities.

Visa and Residence Requirements

UNICEF will not facilitate the issuance of visas or work authorization for candidates being considered for National Officer and General Service category positions.

Selection Process

All UNICEF positions are advertised publicly. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the selection process.

An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal or external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected if considered suitable for the position, without assessment of other candidates.

Additional information about working for UNICEF is available at:

https://www.unicef.org/careers/unicef-job-categories