Job Details Job no: Contract type: Temporary Appointment Duty Station: Bogota Level: G-6 Location: Colombia Categories: Emergency UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill 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 is a place where careers are built; we offer our staff diverse opportunities for personal and professional development that will help them develop a fulfilling career while delivering on a rewarding mission. We pride ourselves on a culture that helps staff thrive, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. We work throughout Colombia, with a special focus on the departments where children have fewer opportunities: Chocó, Cauca, Nariño, Vichada, Guainía, La Guajira, Arauca, and Norte de Santander. Under the supervision and guidance of the Emergency Officer, the emergency associate supports the respective section(s) by carrying out a range of programme support functions to help develop, implement, and monitor the country programme, ensuring effective and timely delivery that is consistent with UNICEF rules and regulations. The Programme (Emergency) Associate works in close collaboration with a range of staff in the CO, external partners, and agency counterparts in support of programme design and delivery. S/He provides regular feedback on the status of projects through monitoring milestones and advises on improvements to keep activities on track. Key Functions, Accountabilities and Related Duties/Tasks Facilitating the development of programme cooperation agreements (PCAs) by providing information and drafting selected sections of it. Ensuring the timely and accurate recording and administrative processing of government & NGO’s proposals and requests. Conducting programme monitoring in UNICEF focus districts for cash and supplies and informing team members on the status. Helping conduct regular spot checks of partner’s projects to assess their financial record‑keeping, expenditure controls and reporting systems. Monitoring and tracking the efficient distribution of supplies that are required for effective programme delivery. Supporting the emergency section in researching, compiling, and analysing qualitative and quantitative data and information from a variety of sources on subject matters relevant to the work of the section to facilitate programme delivery as well as preparation of reports, working papers and presentations. Carrying out transactions in VISION ensuring programme results, activities making amendments and alterations as per section revisions when necessary. Carrying out transactions in VISION pertaining to grants and programme‑related items for his/her section including but not limited to registering grant allotments and tracking expiring programme grants. Preparing monitoring and reporting information for supervisor and team on agreed performance indicators to drive more efficient management and accountability for results. Regularly monitoring budgets and financial expenditures of the section by employing applicable tools, ensuring compliance with UNICEF rules and regulations, keeping supervisor informed and advised on actions for decision and/or follow‑up. Helping prepare periodic or ad‑hoc financial reports relating to country office and donors to support the office in optimising use of programme funds. Supports capacity development activities related to programme development by preparing training materials and participating in exercises. Support in the preparation of reports on emergency preparedness and response actions. Act as liaison between the Field Offices and the central office to facilitate and guarantee timely responses to the requirements made to the different areas. Accompany the planning and development of emergency committees. Support the development of products and reports related to donor coordination and communication processes. Minimum Requirements Completion of secondary education is required, preferably supplemented by technical or university courses related to the work of the organisation. Candidates with a medium‑high level of English will be attractive. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset. A minimum of six (6) years of administrative/technical work experience is required. For this position, a bachelor’s degree from a recognised academic institution in a relevant field may replace three years of related work experience. A master’s degree may replace an additional two years. Prior experience in programme/emergency support functions is an asset. Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organisation is considered an asset. In‑depth knowledge of the administration which underpins UNICEF country office programme/project operations, including monitoring and evaluation processes. Our 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. Competencies Required for This Post Builds and maintains partnerships (I) Demonstrates self‑awareness and ethical awareness (I) Drive to achieve results for impact (I) Innovates and embraces change (I) Manages ambiguity and complexity (I) Thinks and acts strategically (I) Works collaboratively with others (I) UNICEF offers a wide range of benefits to its 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 and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credentials and employment history. UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation requirements, including against SARS‑CoV‑2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled. UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr