Programme Associate, G-6, Fixed Term Position, Luanda, Angola, #00120808

Organizational Context

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.

Job Purpose

The Programme Associate drives the efficiency and effectiveness of the office by expertly managing the full spectrum of administrative and project/programme support activities. This meticulous support ensures the smooth operation of key processes, directly contributing to enhanced overall performance and the successful implementation of project and programme activities. Specifically, their accurate programme monitoring and insightful recommendations provide a solid foundation for informed decision-making, while their precise data entry and compelling presentation of information ensure that critical insights are readily available to guide strategic programme adjustments. The role is crucial for ensuring that programme activities are supported administratively and logistically, enabling programme managers to focus on strategic implementation and impact.

Responsibilities

Provide support for financial and logistical project planning, execution, and monitoring for assigned initiatives. Assist in establishing and operationalizing implementing partnership management functions by coordinating the processes required for risk assessments (Due Diligence, PSEA and Micro-Assessment, Spot checks). Work with Programme Managers, Partners and relevant stakeholders in ensuring Funding Authorization and Certificate of Expenditures (FACE) requests submitted are aligned with the project workplan and processed timely. Monitor prompt liquidation of Direct Cash Transfer (DCTs). Contribute to collecting and analyzing qualitative and quantitative programme data to support reporting on key indicators. Generate regular reports, dashboards and presentations on key performance indicators and donor reporting. Support the application of digital and AI tools for synthesizing complex data and creating actionable insights for statutory reports, dashboards and presentations on key performance indicators. Regularly track budget allocations, expenditures and monitor grant utilization.

Work Experience

Minimum of six years of relevant experience in programme support, administration, or a related field. Experience in a UN or international organization is an asset.

Skills

Programme Support, Project Management, Data Analysis, Reporting, Budget Monitoring, Financial Tracking, Logistical Planning, Partnership Coordination, Risk Assessment, Digital Tools, AI Tools, UNICEF Procedures

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