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For every child, a champion

UNICEF Armenia is looking for a motivated and experienced individual to support Child Protection programme sections by carrying out a range of procedural, administrative, and operational tasks, helping to develop, implement and monitor country programme activities, ensuring timely and effective delivery that is consistent with UNICEF rules and regulations.

The Programme Associate will work in close collaboration with a range of staff in the CO, external partners and agency counterparts in will directly report to support of programme design and delivery. S/He will provide regular feedback on the status of projects through monitoring milestones and will advise on improvements to keep activities on track.

The Programme Associate will directly report to the Child Protection Specialist.

How can you make a difference?

Major Duties and Responsibilities

1. Programme Cooperation Agreement (PCA) and Cash Transfers Support

• Assist in the development of PCAs by providing relevant information and drafting selected sections.
• Ensure the timely and accurate recording, processing, and tracking of government and NGO proposals and requests for Direct Cash Transfers (DCTs).

2. Programme Monitoring and Reporting

• Conduct regular monitoring in UNICEF focus districts, including cash and supply distribution, providing updates on status and progress.
• Support in conducting spot checks of partner projects to assess financial record-keeping, expenditure controls, and reporting systems.
• Prepare regular monitoring and reporting information on performance indicators to ensure effective management and accountability for results.

3. Supply and Grant Management

• Monitor and track the efficient distribution of supplies required for effective programme delivery.
• Handle transactions in the VISION system to ensure alignment with annual work plans (AWPs), including grant-related activities such as registering grant allotments and tracking expiring programme grants

4. Data Analysis and Financial Management

• Compile, research, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data to support programme delivery, preparing reports, working papers, and presentations.
• Regularly monitor budgets and financial expenditures, ensuring compliance with UNICEF policies and optimizing the use of programme funds. Prepare periodic or ad-hoc financial reports for the country office and donors.

5. Capacity Development and Administrative Support

• • Contribute to capacity development initiatives by preparing training materials and participating in training exercises to strengthen programme implementation.

If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here:  Programme Associate G-6.doc

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

Minimum requirements:

Education:

• Completion of secondary education is required, preferably supplemented by technical or university courses related to the work of the organization.
• Candidates with a bachelor’s degree from a recognized academic institution in a relevant field related to the work of the organization may replace three (3) years of related work experience.
• A master’s degree in a relevant field related to the work of the organization, may replace two (2) additional years.

Experience:

• A minimum of six years of administrative or clerical work experience is required.
• Prior experience in programme support functions is an asset.
• Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset.

Languages:

Fluency in Armenian and English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language, such as Russian, is an asset.

Desired Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of the administration which underpins UNICEF country office programme/project operations, including monitoring and evaluation processes.
• Strong organizational, planning and prioritizing skills and abilities.
• High sense of confidentiality, initiative and good judgment.
• Ability to work effectively with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong office management skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively manage the section’s material resources and monitor its budget.
• Good analytical skills.
• Experience using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other UNICEF software such as SharePoint

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

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

(1) Builds and maintains partnerships

(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness

(3) Drive to achieve results for impact

(4) Innovates and embraces change

(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity

(6) Thinks and acts strategically

(7) Works collaboratively with others

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UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic background, and persons with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. To create a more inclusive workplace, UNICEF offers paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. Click here to learn more about flexible work arrangements, well-being, and benefits.

According to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), persons with disabilities include those who have long-term physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairments which, in interaction with various barriers, may hinder their full and effective participation in society on an equal basis with others. In its Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy 2022-2030, UNICEF has committed to increase the number of employees with disabilities by 2030. At UNICEF, we provide reasonable accommodation for work-related support requirements of candidates and employees with disabilities. Also, UNICEF has launched a Global Accessibility Helpdesk to strengthen physical and digital accessibility. If you are an applicant with a disability who needs digital accessibility support in completing the online application, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). 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 based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check, and selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to submit supporting documentation in relation to their disability confidentially.

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Remarks:

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

UNICEF’s active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Government employees who are 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 inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

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All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance 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/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.

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