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JOB PURPOSE The Finance Officer will be based in the Jijiga Area Office in the Somali Region which works directly with 4 sub-offices in the region. The incumbent will support the stewardship of WFP’s resources, monitoring budgets, forecasting, reporting on key data. S/he will also oversee administrative functions in the Area Office and in the 4 sub-offices   KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive) 1. Maintain awareness of corporate finance and resource management strategies and major ongoing programmatic initiatives, participating where appropriate using finance and resource management expertise. 2. Contribute towards the development of country specific plans and processes, aligned with Regional and wider WFP strategy, policies and processes to meet the food assistance needs of beneficiaries within the Country. 3. Report on key data for financial status and outcomes of projects in accordance with corporate governance requirements, ensuring accuracy, deadlines, and accounting processes are complied with. 4. Monitor budgets, and carry out forecasting for new and ongoing projects according to established corporate procedures and requirements. 5. Perform bank reconciliations, disbursements, clearance of receivables, overall cash management and monthly financial closures on a regular basis in accordance with corporate requirements. 6. Deliver core administrative services including management of assets (light vehicles, fuel, guesthouses etc.) and providing oversight for these functions in the sub-offices. 7. Work with contractors and following standard processes to provide cost-effective, quality and timely services to WFP and staff. 8. Where necessary, undertake basic human resource functions related to staff benefits, recruitment of local staff, and training. 9. Collate data and contribute to preparation of accurate and timely reporting, providing management with financial, staffing and resource usage information to enable them to make informed decisions. 10. Track and collate data to support others to improve policies, systems and procedures in order to minimise financial risks, improve the efficiency and effectiveness of operations, and ensure services are aligned with business objectives. 11. Contribute to the delivery of financial controls and insight into WFP performance, supporting periodic risk and internal control assessments to identify areas which may present potential audit, compliance or financial risks. 12. Guide and supervise junior finance and administration staff, acting as a point of referral and supporting them with more complex analysis and queries. 13. Represent unit/CO at internal meetings, external meetings and events with other UN agencies, banks and other financial institutions, or other partners and entities as required. 14. Follow standard emergency   STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education:    Advanced University degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or related fields, or First University degree in the same subject(s) with additional years of related work experience plus membership in an international recognized professional accountancy body such as Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Institute of Certified Public Accounts (ICPA) or equivalent Language:    International Professional: Fluency (level C) in English language. Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language: Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish, and/or WFP’s working language, Portuguese. National Professional: Fluency (level C) in English language and the duty station’s language, if different.   DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE • Has experience reviewing and analyzing financial statements. • Has experience implementing accounting and internal control processes   TERMS AND CONDITIONS Duration of assignment is 6 months.   DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS   Apply by 23rd November 2018   Female applicants and qualified applicants from developing countries are especially encouraged to apply WFP has zero tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status. No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.

Operations Specialist P3 (UNICEF Ethiopia, Jijiga- Open for Non-Ethiopian Nationals) Locations: Africa: Ethiopia Work Type : Fixed Term Staff UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up. For every child,  S upportive Environment Purpose -  To manage cost effective, efficient and secure the office’s operations (Finance, HR, ICT, Supply )  related functions in accordance with strategy, plans and decisions made by Regional Management Team and Country Programme Management Teams, in support of management, administration and implementation of the country programmes. How can you make a difference? KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES and DUTIES & TASKS  1. Effective operations of financial, human resource and administrative management Manage and ensure the effective, equitable and efficient operations of the office's finance, human resource and administrative systems to support and facilitate the attainment of programmatic goals and objectives by meeting changing operational requirements. Advise management and assist in establishing new offices. 2. Policy interpretation and application As technical professional and manager, accountable for the correct and consistent application of organizational policies and procedures in the management of finance and administrative functions through the provision of technical leadership and operational support to the country office. Contribute to global and regional strategic planning and policy changes/formulation on operational matters as necessary; Provide technical input to contribute to the establishment of operational guidelines in close coordination with the head of office, the Regional Operations Officer and DFAM. Implement the effective communication, training, roll-out, monitoring and evaluation of new operational initiatives, guidelines and procedures. 3.   Fiduciary integrity/responsibility for funds and assets Safeguard the financial resources entrusted to the office by advising on and/or managing financial assets, financial planning and cash management activities and by recommending improvements to the financial and administrative management systems and procedures. Accountable for fiduciary integrity/responsibility for funds and assets taking decision on all operational and financial transactions, disbursement of funds, and administrative arrangements. Ensure efficient, cost-effective and transparent utilization of resources through knowledge and technology transfer between offices and consistency of approaches. 4.  Leadership in strategic planning and policy formulation in the areas of operations Play a major role in strategic planning and decision-making within the UNICEF Operations and provides sound professional input and oversight to the development, reform and change of financial, human resource and administrative policies, systems and procedures. Participate in effective management process by providing technical advice and support to corporate committees (including IBR, PBR, RMTs, CMT, JCC, CRC, PSB, etc.). 5.   Office Services Ensure the provision of basic offices services including space management, equipment, communications and security to enhance staff safety and productivity. Under the auspices of the Inter-Agency Operations Management Team, support approaches for enhancing UN common services to attain efficiencies and effectiveness. 6.  CPMP Development of the finance, budget and administrative components of the CPMP is timely completed; participate in the review of office structures and operations, and compilation of required job descriptions, prior to budget preparation, in line with the country programme commitment; contribute to the preparation of budget and the accompanying justification and documentation.  Participate in the country programme strategy, development, planning and preview/review meetings, to identify staffing and administrative operational requirements. Within the framework of the CPMP, coordinate and contribute towards human resources planning. 7.  Compliance and Internal Control Monitor and manage budget process. Ensure all other operational reporting requirements are fully met for the office. Monitor compliance with all operational systems and procedures and ensure integrity in all financial, and other administrative operations of the office.   Serve as the focal person for office management indicators; ensure all other operational reporting requirements are fully met for the office; in collaboration with the Deputy Representative, ensure the implementation of agreed audit recommendations; advise on corrective measures to be taken and establish relevant internal controls. Develop training activities to ensure effective operational performance and efficiency. 8.  Staff Learning and Development Develop training activities to ensure effective operational performance and efficiency.  Develop and implement effective staff learning and development programme activities for both programme and operations staff on operational matters for capacity building. Plan and conduct operations workshops for staff’s competency building, staff development, learning and career development. Provide coaching and counselling to the staff on performance enhancement/development. 9.  P artnership, Coordination and Collaboration Maintain government counterpart relations; resolve issues pertaining to conditions of service, operational facilities and privileges within the context of the Basic Cooperation Agreement; Ensure adherence to financial regulations and rules pertaining to Cash Assistance to Government (CAG). Cooperate and coordinate with other UN agency counterparts in the UN reform initiatives (including HACT capacity building of IPs, common services and premises agenda, etc.). Advise Head of Office on finance, human resource and administrative matters providing guidance on all operational submissions for the approval of the Regional Director; brief office staff on financial, human resource and administrative policies and procedures providing authoritative advice; provide technical guidance and oversight to junior Operations staff in country offices and swiftly resolve operational issues. Coordinate/liaise with the HQ Divisions to support policy formulation in the area of operations; advise on the applicability of new policy directives to regional operations. Make substantive recommendations on the improvement of systems and internal controls, planning and restructuring and resolution of sensitive issues and problems, taking into account the prevailing conditions in the locality. Establish and maintain all consultative and management committees (e.g. APC, JCP, JCC, CRC, PSB, TRT, PBR and Training); Organize and train committees in compliance with the guidelines. Collaborate with senior Programme Officers and country office staff providing creative problem solving in support of programming activities while maintaining sound internal operational controls. Represent the office in meetings with local banks and administrative suppliers; negotiates locally issued contracts as well as in meetings with other UN Agencies to coordinate operational matters and activities, including harmonization of the UN common system. Represents UNICEF in the local salary survey committee and fully participates in all processes of the salary survey review and administration to ensure the methodology is applied correctly throughout. Coordinate promptly with the Regional Office, the Head of Office, Programme Officers and other staff in the country office for security-related issues and emergency operations. Provide operational support to emergency preparedness and emergencies. Inform and update all staff members in the country office on security related issues and emergency operations. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have… An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in accounting, business administration, economics, or financial management and membership - or enrolled for membership - of recognized professional accountancy body.  *A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree. A minimum of five ( 5) years of relevant professional experience at a National and/or International level work experience in office management, finance, accounting, ICT, human resources, supply and administration and/or other related fields, Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset. Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate… UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results. The technical competencies required for this post are…. View our competency framework at http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. Remarks: Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.   Opening Date Tue Oct 30 2018 09:00:00 GMT+0300 (East Africa Time) E. Africa Standard Time Closing Date Sat Nov 17 2018 23:55:00 GMT+0300 (East Africa Time) 

Driver,GS-2,Temporary Appointment Jijiga,8 Positions,Only Ethiopian Nationalities Locations: Africa: Ethiopia Work Type : Temporary Appointment UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up. For every child,  [insert tagline] To drive staff members, visitors and government officials in the region and on the field. To transport goods to remote area development sites. How can you make a difference? Specific Tasks Drives office vehicles for the transport of staff members and authorized visitors and delivers/collects urgent mails, documents and other items to/from government office, run errands. Meets official personnel at the airport and facilitates immigration and customs formalities, as required. Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance of the assigned vehicle, checks oil, water, battery, brakes, tires, etc., and the assigned vehicle is MOSS compliant in terms of medical kits and communication equipment, performs minor repairs and arranges for other repairs. Ensures that the vehicle is kept clean (in and outside).  Logs official trips, daily mileage, gas consumption, oil changes, greasing, etc. Ensures that the steps required by rules and regulations are taken, in case of involvement in an accident.   Performs other related duties, as required.   Expected Deliverables Timely transport service provided to UNICEF staff, Guests, etc. Keep the assigned vehicle in good condition, including cleaning it. Keep daily vehicle records updated Reporting Produce monthly vehicle report by 05 th  day of each month Reports vehicle movement in the field through the radio as per the standing UN rules and regulations Reports vehicle status/condition regularly  Expected background and Experience   Education : Primary education; driver license; knowledge of driving rules and regulations and skills in minor vehicle repair. Work Experience : Minimum 2 years work experience as a driver; safe driving record. Language requirement : Good knowledge of the local language and familiarity of the duty station is an asset. Competencies:  Communication, working with people, drive for results, Analyzing, Planning and Organizing, Following Instructions and Procedures, Adapting and Responding to Change   General Conditions :  Procedures and Logistics   The drivers will be based in Jijiga office with frequent field mission to other parts of the region Full DSA will be paid when on official trip outside the duty station   Policy both parties should be aware of: Same rules/policy governing TA positions will apply For every Child, you demonstrate… UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results. The technical competencies required for this post are…. View our competency framework at http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. Remarks: Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.   Opening Date Wed Sep 05 2018 09:00:00 GMT+0300 (East Africa Time) E. Africa Standard Time Closing Date Mon Sep 24 2018 17:30:00 GMT+0300 (East Africa Time) 

Business Support Assistant (Logistics-Corridor Coordinator) FT G4, Jijiga (1) (86468)   WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles. Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.       ABOUT WFP   The World Food Programme (WFP) is United Nations frontline agency in the fight against hunger, WFP is continually responding to emergencies. We save lives by getting food to the hungry fast. But WFP also works to help prevent hunger in the future. We do this through programmes that use food as a means to build assets, spread knowledge and nurture stronger, more dynamic communities. This helps com- munities become more food secure. On average, WFP aims to bring food assistance to more than 80 million people in 80 countries. WFP Ethiopia is working with the Government and humanitarian partners to strengthen the resilience of Ethiopia’s most vulnerable population and to chart a more prosperous and sustainable future for the next generation. The Country Office also supports programmes that use food assistance to empower women, transform areas affected by climate change and keep children in school. It aims to contribute to Ethiopia’s five-year development agenda, the Growth and Transformation Plan (GTP), through which the Government combats food insecurity.       ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT   This job is found in Jijiga Area Office. Job holder will perform under the direct supervision of the Somalia Area Office Logistics Officer acting as the focal point for organising, coordinating, facilitating and conducting the smooth transfer of commodities arriving the various corridor feeding into the Somali Region hubs and sub offices. At this level, work is carried out under minimal supervision. Job holders are expected to produce organized and accurate work, undertaking specific business support activities. They may offer guidance on standard practices to more junior staff in their area of work.       JOB PURPOSE   To deliver standard business support processes for a specific professional area of work, to facilitate effective service delivery.       KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES   Gather all necessary information on the overall pipeline situation in the region to provide clarity on the operational context.  Coordinate closely with the Country Office Operation team on the allocation of cargo, and communication with various transporters awarded to move cargo through the corridor.  Work closely with Clearing agents for the timely clearance of all incoming or outgoing cargo through the Berbera or Djibouti corridor to/from the Somali Region; ensuring, verifying and validating that all proper Customs procedures and documentation are accurate, complete and followed. Closely and regularly coordinate with teams in Port Offices (Berbera and Djibouti) and Logistics staff in various hubs in the region, facilitating truck movements, cargo allocation and over-all coordination of cargo moving through the corridor. Provide status report on shipments in the corridors, monitoring allocations to various transporters for accuracy and maintenance of 50/50 percentage MOU between Somali and Ethiopian office on cargo allocation/sharing. Work as focal point for the facilitation of UNHAS flights, collecting/arranging cargo for the flight, managing passenger manifest, booking etc. Responsible to make regular follow ups with transporters for the submission of the POD waybills, and to post confirmation of receipts against the proof of delivery waybills. Perform other duties as required.       DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE:   Knowledgeable and experienced with Ethiopian Customs clearing procedures. Experience in providing technical business support in corporate systems. Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure as part of a team; good communication skills; basic knowledge of logistics operations; Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Windows, MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint and other related software.       STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS   Education:  Completion of secondary school education and a post-secondary certificate in the related functional area. University degree in business, economics, communications, journalism or related field is desirable. Experience:  Four or more years of progressively responsible work experience in the related business stream with experience in general administrative work. Previous experience in emergencies is an advantage.         LANGUAGE   Fluency in both oral and written communication in English. Knowledge of the local language is added advantage.       DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS   10 August 2018       HOW TO APPLY   WFP is an equal opportunity employer. Ethiopian female candidates meeting the above qualifications are encouraged to APPLY on-line through WFP recruitment website.         Public access: http://www1.wfp.org/careers/job-openings   WFP staff access: http://newgo.wfp.org/services/e-recruitment   Please note that WFP does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Career Opportunities: Administration Assistant (Administration/Procurement) G5, Jijiga Re-advertised (86367) ABOUT WFP The World Food Programme (WFP) is United Nations frontline agency in the fight against hunger, WFP is continually responding to emergencies. We save lives by getting food to the hungry fast. But WFP also works to help prevent hunger in the future. We do this through programmes that use food as a means to build assets, spread knowledge and nurture stronger, more dynamic communities. This helps com- munities become more food secure. On average, WFP aims to bring food assistance to more than 80 million people in 80 countries. WFP Ethiopia is working with the Government and humanitarian partners to strengthen the resilience of Ethiopia’s most vulnerable population and to chart a more prosperous and sustainable future for the next generation. The Country Office also supports programmes that use food assistance to empower women, transform areas affected by climate change and keep children in school. It aims to contribute to Ethiopia’s five-year development agenda, the Growth and Transformation Plan (GTP), through which the Government combats food insecurity.   ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT This position is based in Jijiga Area Office. The job holder will be under the direct supervision of the Head of Admin and Finance and under the overall supervision of the Head of the Area Office At this level job holder is expected to take responsibility for completion of a range of processes and activities requiring some interpretation of standard guidelines/practices. Job holder is able to recommend a course of action to staff at various levels and may allocate tasks to other support staff.   JOB PURPOSE To support effective delivery and maintenance of client-focused, value-for-money oriented quality administrative practices.   KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES  Administration key responsibilities: Check the provision of a range of services, including facilities and light vehicle management, travel, protocol related, etc., maintaining information, to contribute to the provision of a safe and comfortable working environment. Collate and process information including dissemination to support the production of standard documents and reports for the unit, to enable decision-making and the effective management of resources. Manage and maintain paper and electronic records within the area of responsibility in accordance with established procedures, to ensure swift and easy data access as required. Undertake research and perform basic analyses of data, to contribute to the provision of accurate information and effective management of resources. Be a first point of contact for internal queries, to facilitate the provision of efficient and effective resolution of daily issues. Provide inputs to routine methods and practices in own area of work, to support the continuous improvement of services provided.   Procurement key responsibilities: Perform administrative procurement activities in a timely and efficient manner, to support Professional staff in the acquisition of goods and services for efficient field operations. Compile data, prepare and distribute documents, to support successful procurement programs and operational activities, (e.g. issue tenders, evaluate offers and negotiate/award contracts), ensuring standard processes are followed. Review, record and prioritise purchasing requests, ensuring all supporting documentation is received, and funding is available, in order to enable the procurement of goods and services. Coordinate and monitor the delivery of procurement requisitions, verifying receipt and inspection of deliverables, and performing follow up actions to ensure supplies reach Area office and Sub offices. Research, collate and present information in standard formats, to enable informed decision making and consistency of information presented to the stakeholders. Update, manage and maintain relevant databases and records, to ensure the information is accurate, organised, and available for others to access, and supports reporting requirements. Liaise with internal counterparts to support the alignment of procurement activities with wider programmes and ensure a coherent approach to meeting programme needs. Provide technical support and/or allocate work to other support staff, in order to assist them in completing standard tasks to agreed standards and deadlines. Perform other duties as required.   DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE Has demonstrated an ability to perform all routine administrative activities in line with WFPs operating standards through day to day work. Has supported in providing ad-hoc guidance to new staff members.   STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education:  Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in the related functional area is desirable. Experience:  Five or more years of progressive work experience in Administration, Procurement field or related area. Language:  Fluency in both oral and written communication in English. Knowledge of the local language is added advantage.   HOW TO APPLY WFP is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates meeting the above qualifications are encouraged to apply on-line through WFP recruitment website.   This VA is open ONLY to Ethiopian Nationals.   Public access : http://www1.wfp.org/careers/job-openings  WFP staff access: http://newgo.wfp.org/services/e-recruitment Please note that WFP does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.  

Business Support Assistant (Travel) FT G4, Jijiga (1) (86463)   WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles. Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.       ABOUT WFP   The World Food Programme (WFP) is United Nations frontline agency in the fight against hunger, WFP is continually responding to emergencies. We save lives by getting food to the hungry fast. But WFP also works to help prevent hunger in the future. We do this through programmes that use food as a means to build assets, spread knowledge and nurture stronger, more dynamic communities. This helps com- munities become more food secure. On average, WFP aims to bring food assistance to more than 80 million people in 80 countries. WFP Ethiopia is working with the Government and humanitarian partners to strengthen the resilience of Ethiopia’s most vulnerable population and to chart a more prosperous and sustainable future for the next generation. The Country Office also supports programmes that use food assistance to empower women, transform areas affected by climate change and keep children in school. It aims to contribute to Ethiopia’s five-year development agenda, the Growth and Transformation Plan (GTP), through which the Government combats food insecurity.       ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT   This job is found in Jijiga Area Office. Job holder will perform administrative support functions or provide administrative support to team(s) in the front office and report to the relevant Head of Unit, Chief, or the designate. At this level, work is carried out under minimal supervision. Job holders are expected to produce organized and accurate work, undertaking specific business support activities. They may offer guidance on standard practices to more junior staff in their area of work.       JOB PURPOSE   To deliver standard business support processes for a specific professional area of work, to facilitate effective service delivery.       KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES   Creation of TRIPS for official assignments as well as medical travels in corporate system following WFP travel rules and regulations. Perform Reconciliation of outstanding travel agent invoices against the corporate system and submit to Country Office monthly Disseminate guidelines and new updates related to travel regulations to all staff in the Somali Region Ensure timely processing of TA to staff in interpretation of administrative procedures, policies, and processes and use of corporate systems to ensure consistency and efficiency of services provided to all staff in the Region.  Communicate and follow up with travel agents regarding staff members’ air ticket purchases aiming at cost-efficiency and timeliness of service. Support management of guesthouse resources and assist in identification of new requirements aiming at efficiency, cost-effectiveness and timeliness of operations and services. Collate and prepare data analysis to provide management and guesthouse residents with the accurate Guesthouse information and reports for efficient planning and decision-making. Management of WFP Corporate on-line booking system in line with all available corporate guidelines and resources. Respond to queries and escalate where appropriate, in order to provide a timely and accurate service to clients. Support processing and managing routine administrative and financial tasks in various functional areas, to contribute to the effective and timely management of resources. Take responsibility for the maintenance of set standard systems and files, to ensure information is accurate and readily available for the function. Identify simple discrepancies in statistics and data, such as missing information, and report to senior staff in order to support clients to deliver their work. Take responsibility for data integrity to facilitate availability of accurate information in corporate systems. Work with a variety of individuals, taking on feedback where appropriate to assist in business support delivery for staff. Keeping record of staff attendance and leaves and submit monthly summary to HR Perform other duties as required.       STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS   Education:  Completion of secondary school education. Experience:  Four or more years of progressively responsible work experience in the relative business stream with experience in general administrative work. Knowledge & Skills: Proficient in the use of office equipment and computer software packages, such as Microsoft Word. Knowledge of work routines and methods in order to complete processes under minimal supervision. Uses tact and courtesy to give and receive information to a wide range of individuals. Ability to identify data discrepancies and rectify problems requiring attention Ability to offer guidance or basic on-the-job training to more junior staff.       LANGUAGE   Fluency in both oral and written communication in English. Knowledge of the local language is added advantage.       DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS   10 August 2018       HOW TO APPLY   WFP is an equal opportunity employer. Ethiopian female candidates meeting the above qualifications are encouraged to APPLY on-line through WFP recruitment website.                 Public access: http://www1.wfp.org/careers/job-openings   WFP staff access: http://newgo.wfp.org/services/e-recruitment   Please note that WFP does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

Sub National Emergency Nutrition Coordinator (P3), Jijiga, Ethiopia (Temporary Appointment -11.5 months) (Open to International Candidates) Job Number: 516027 Locations: Africa: Ethiopia Work Type : Temporary Appointment UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone. And we never give up. For every child, making Early Moments Matter UNICEF Ethiopia has been working in Ethiopia for more than 65 years supporting the national and regional efforts towards the progressive realization of the rights of children and women. We do this by supporting the achievements of the Growth and Transformation Plan II as well as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through our programmes in Health, Nutrition, WASH, Child Protection, Education and Social Policy and Evidence on Social Inclusion. In addition, UNICEF Ethiopia has been leading the support in humanitarian programmes relentlessly working towards responding to emergency needs. The Somali Region of Ethiopia has been seriously affected by drought protracted since late 2016, a rise in IDP along the border with Oromia Region (estimated 370,000 conflict IDP in the region) and pocket areas where flooding in April/May 2018 continues to affect thousands of people displaced from their homes, with assets lost. In terms of Nutrition situation, Somali Region still reports over 8,000 new admissions to TFP each month, for SAM treatment among children aged 6-59 months. This is more than three times the average monthly caseload for the region and is indicative both of the ongoing food security crisis and the scale up in CMAM service availability. The Somali crisis is complex with disease outbreaks a constant risk, and AWD though declined since 2017, still poses a significant threat to the health system and among malnourished children. The Government and humanitarian partners and donors are working in close collaboration through the Cluster based system to deliver multisectoral response to those that need life-saving services. Critical needs for relief food, emergency health and nutrition services and WASH services make up a ‘humanitarian bundle approach’ being developed by partners to reach some of the most remote communities where severe acute lack of access to water and pasture has resulted in dramatic loss of livestock and livelihood, mass displacement and escalating admissions to CMAM treatment services. UNICEF provides technical, financial and logistic support (procures full SAM supplies) to the Government to deliver CMAM services to treat and manage severe acute malnutrition, and provides financial, technical and logistics support to Mobile Health and Nutrition Teams in Somali and Afar Regions. UNICEF, as Nutrition Cluster Lead ensures technical and financial support for the National and Regional Emergency Nutrition Coordination Units (ENCU) now in 6 Regions (Afar, Amhara, Oromia, SNNP, Somali, and Tigray). Among its core activities, the ENCU is responsible for the overall coordination of the emergency nutrition response, aligning partner’s response with that to the Government, ensuring that critical gaps are addressed in terms of geographic location and service provision and is the responsible for fund mobilisation, supporting NGO partners to get to ground quickly to save lives.  How can you make a difference? You will ensure timely, effective COORDINATION of the emergency NUTRITION response in the overall multisectoral emergency response in Somali Region in 2018. The incumbent will be based in Jijiga, liaising with ENCU both at national and Regional level with RHB/DPPBFSCO/ Command Post and UNICEF, and expected to manage periodic field monitoring visits to support key zonal coordination work where needs are greatest . Based at the UNICEF Jijiga Office and in close liaison with Regional DPPB/RHB as part of the Incident Command Post, Regional ENCU Team and working in close collaboration with UNICEF Field Office, the coordinator will: Strengthen Regional coordination of the Emergency nutrition Response Support Govt convene biweekly incident command post meeting (ICP) as secretariat, consolidating and representing partners updates ahead of each meeting and provide updates on nutrition response at ad hoc high level meetings. Provide frequent follow up for all IP and UN agencies tracking progress against targets each month. Maintain regular communication and share relevant information nutrition issues/update to UNICEF FO, Federal ENCU and UNICEF Nutrition Section in Addis including monthly progress report.   Improve delivery on quality assurance of the response across all partners Lead on multisectoral joint missions with UN agencies, Govt and NGOs, using standard monitoring tools to measure quality, provide constructive feedback and follow up support, taking remedial action as needed to improve quality of project implementation/service delivery and promote multisectoral linkages in the response. Coordinate capacity building of RENCU and partners in all fields of Nutrition In Emergencies (NiE) and lead capacity building in coordination.  Support RENCU to monitor and follow up NGO supported interventions, support improvements in programing and delivery of quality support across all partners to  strengthen CMAM performance delivered through Government Facilitate and coordinate implementation/monitoring of the integrated Nutrition response plan in Somali region. Liaise with WFP AO to coordinate AM treatment response is effectively linked to SAM treatment, robust, monitoring is more effective, and TSFP performance and coverage is reported monthly to track MAM response. Periodic field monitoring is expected to guide and build capacity of zonal coordination, partners, and for improving the quality of nutrition information.   Support UNICEF FO supply management system Liaise with UNICEF FO to coordinate request/ utilization system in place for each woreda in the assigned zone to mitigate supply chain rupture.   Strengthen the IYCFE promotion and BCC in the nutrition response of all partners Support the delivery of all NiE interventions with emphasis on IYCFE promotion at regional levels and perform other related duties as required.   Support EWS Trigger immediate validation of screening or surveys where screening data are considered abnormal.   Support RENCU Nutrition information management Support RENCU to consolidate, analyse, and interpret SAM-MAM treatment information from static and mobile/outreach teams for each woredas at Zonal level to ensure accurate reporting on treatment performance and admission trends   Methodology The incumbent will work through the regional ICP and R-ENCU to support RHB manage and effective nutrition response. She/he will frequently travel to the field (all 11 zones) to monitor the situation and quality of the response in the drought affected regions and districts. She/he will closely link with the ICP members and Government with frequent liaison with WHO, WFP, NGO regarding progress updates and guidance. Expected Deliverables Daily/Weekly/Biweekly/Monthly reports on Command post meetings and HN Task Force meetings -highlighting progress against plans for Government, UN agencies and NGO partners- bringing accountability to the Nutrition partners Representation of the cluster in coordination forums and ensuring Nutrition issues are kept top on the agenda. Monthly synopsis and analysis of nutrition programme performance tracking Field trip reports with action points and follow up issues pertaining to strengthening Zonal Nutrition Coordination, and woredas level technical response Provide input for ENCU and UNICEF Sitreps as requested (bi-weekly) Reports from technical review meetings/workshops convened with Government and partners to ensure quality programming Monthly progress report submitted to UNICEF FO and Addis (UNICEF Programme Section & ENCU) Final document and defined activities for capacity strengthening of the Regional EWD to respond to and coordinate emergency nutrition response.   Reporting UNICEF Chief of Field Office in Somali region with technical support and guidance by National ENCU Team leader. Frequent updates with UNICEF FO, RENCU and Incident Command Post – across all sectors and pillars To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have… An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in in medicine, clinical nursing, public health and/or nutrition  *A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree. A minimum of  5 years  of relevant professional experience in nutrition program and management of severe acute malnutrition in particular. Experience in cluster coordination an advantage Developing country work experience and/or familiarity with emergency is considered an asset. Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset. For every Child, you demonstrate, UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results. View our competency framework at http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. Remarks: Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.   Opening Date Tue Sep 04 2018 09:00:00 GMT+0300 (East Africa Time) E. Africa Standard Time Closing Date Tue Sep 18 2018 23:55:00 GMT+0300 (East Africa Time)