Senior Programme Associate (G-7) at UNICEF


Senior Programme Associate (G-7) at UNICEF


UNICEF contributes to the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals in Nigeria with a mandate to advocate for the protection of children’s rights, to help meet their basic needs and to expand their opportunities to reach their full potential.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities:

Manage recipients’ data on the HOPE MIS platform

  • Consolidate data from various sources
  • Prepare HOPE payment plan
  • Reconcile failed payment list
  • Coordinate with data officers on collecting payment verification information
  • Coordinate with data officers and HOPE HQ teams to generate regular reports
  • Provide data insights and recommendations
  • Any other related work with accountability mechanisms.

Minimum requirements:

Education

  • Completion of secondary education is required.

Work Experience: 

7 years administrative or clerical work experience in data management, programme management, or cash transfer programmes is required.

  • Strong understanding of management information systems and data collection tools (e.g., KoBo Collect).
  • Experience in beneficiary data system for humanitarian cash transfer at field level.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Experience in working with UN agencies or NGOs (UNICEF experience preferred) at interagency level.

Skills:

Experience using Excel or any Database Management System (DBMS)

  • Experience in handling complex and large-scale datasets, integration, and visualization with different sectors including health and finance, and others.
  • Excellent communication & presentation skills (written & verbal) across multiple audiences with the ability to influence others while working in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
  • High motivation, and dedication to deliver results within strict timeframes

Language Requirements: 

  • Fluency in English is required.

Desirables:

Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language

  • Professional and/or university courses in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field are highly desirable.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts.

Location: Abuja

Deadline: Not Specified 

How to Apply 

Interested Applicant can apply via this link 

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