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Background: The Programme Assistant will work as part of a team under the direct supervision of the Humanitarian Programme Coordinator, Humanitarian Response Unit (HRU) and in close cooperation with the HRU - RH and GBV programme officers and Finance Monitoring Associate to provide integrated programme and technical support fundamental to UNFPA’s overall strategy. S/he is expected to work closely with the Operation and Finance Team to ensure timely provision of operational support to HRU and Darfur sub offices.
S/he should contribute to the development and effective implementation of the UNFPA work by providing programming and administrative support to UNFPA and its implementing partners. As appropriate, s/he may also contribute to research, financial management and operational and procedural guidance.
Work Relations:The Programme Assistant works with and provides support to the members of the Country Office Humanitarian Response Unit, staff of sub-offices Operation and Finance Team, , and the implementing partners. The objective is to work in an integrated approach teaming so as to achieve the common goals and shared objectives, and demonstrate personal commitment to UNFPA’s mandate and vision within the humanitarian context and its integration within and/or coordination with the development programme.
Both internal and external contacts include exchange of information on broader aspects of the work area, which may include providing clarification of non-routine matters requiring technical inputs. |
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Duties and responsibilities: Assist the humanitarian technical and programme team, in collaboration with operations and finance team:
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Minimum Qualification, Skills and Experience Required: Education: Completed secondary level education required. First level university degree in public administration, finance, or economics desirable. Experience: 3-5 years of relevant experience; Previous experience in the UN is an advantage; Languages: Fluency in oral and written English and Arabic. Computer skills: Proficiency in current office software applications (MS Word, Excel, etc). Knowledge of Atlas application is an asset. Others:
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UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, teamwork, respect for diversity, integrity and a healthy balance of work and life. We are committed to maintaining our balanced gender distribution and therefore encourage women to apply. Notice: There is no application, processing or other fee at any stage of the application process. UNFPA does not solicit or screen for information in respect of HIV or AIDS and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status |
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UNFPA offers an attractive compensation package commensurate with experience |
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