UNICEF Operations Assistant, Bujumbura, Burundi

Closing date: Friday, 10 March 2017

Job no: 503263

Position type: Fixed Term Staff

Location: Burundi

Division/Equivalent: Nairobi Regn'l(ESARO)

School/Unit: Burundi

Department/Office: Bujumbura, Burundi

Categories: Operations and Business Management

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I. Organizational Context and Purpose for the job

The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children's rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society's most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.

Job organizational context

Purpose for the job

Under the general supervision of the Chief of Operations, the incumbent performs administrative and Human Resources support functions; performs variety of information gathering, monitoring technical and administrative services and filling in support to Operations activities.

II. Key functions, accountabilities and related duties/tasks

1. Assists the Chief of Operations in drafting periodic and statutory reports for submission to Regional Office or HQ as well as, evaluations and justifications, as required, on Operational issues;

2. Searches office files and records relating to a variety of topics for information and reference; assists the Chief of Operations in preparation responses to address any queries required by Regional Office and HQ;

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