The Position:
The Programme Assistant assists in the implementation of the UNFPA Country Programme in
Bosnia and Herzegovina. They provide integrated financial, programme and operational
support within a systems strengthening approach fundamental to UNFPA’s overall strategy.
The Programme Assistant works in close collaboration with the Administrative/Financial,
Programme and country office personnel to exchange information and ensure consistent
service delivery. The incumbent will report to the Population and Development Program
Specialist and the Admin/Finance Associate.
How you can make a difference:
UNFPA is the lead UN agency for delivering a world where every pregnancy is wanted, every childbirth is safe and every young person's potential is fulfilled. UNFPA’s strategic plan (2022-2025), reaffirms the relevance of the current strategic direction of UNFPA and focuses on three transformative results: to end preventable maternal deaths; end unmet need for family planning; and end gender-based violence and harmful practices. These results capture our strategic commitments on accelerating progress towards realizing the ICPD and SDGs in the Decade of Action leading up to 2030. Our strategic plan calls upon UN Member States, organizations and individuals to “build forward better”, while addressing the negative impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic on women’s and girls’ access to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights, recover lost gains and realize our goals.
In a world where fundamental human rights are at risk, we need principled and ethical staff, who embody these international norms and standards, and who will defend them courageously and with full conviction.
UNFPA is seeking candidates that transform, inspire and deliver high impact and sustained results; we need staff who are transparent, exceptional in how they manage the resources entrusted to them and who commit to deliver excellence in programme results.
Job Purpose:
You will play an instrumental role in implementation of the UNFPA’s country programme and projects, providing programmatic, administrative and financial support to the programme and operations team.
You would be responsible for:
Provide significant input into a range of technical and logistical aspects of programme invitees, including supporting programme officers in preparation of budgets, financial reports, arranging venues, transportation, training materials, helping in preparation of the presentations, booking translators, videographers and designers etc Contribute to the preparation of programme and financial reports by collecting information, preparing tables, drafting selected sections of the report etc. Support in
Qualifications and Experience:
Education:
Completed Secondary Level Education required. First level university degree is desirable.
Knowledge and Experience:
Five years of relevant experience in programme/ project management. Previous experience in the UN is an asset; Strong interpersonal and organizational skills; Good writing and communication skills. Proficiency in current office software applications and corporate IT systems.Languages:
Fluency in English and Bosnian/Croatian/Serbian is required
Required Competencies:
Values:
Exemplifying integrity,
Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system,
Embracing cultural diversity,
Embracing change
Core Competencies:
Achieving results,
Being accountable,
Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen,
Thinking analytically and strategically,
Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships,
Functional Competencies:
Advocacy/ Advancing a policy-oriented agenda
Leveraging the resources of national governments and partners/ building strategic alliances and partnerships
Delivering results-based programmes
Internal and external communication and advocacy for results mobilisation
Compensation and Benefits:
This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.
UNFPA Work Environment:
UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous populations, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. UNFPA promotes equal opportunities in terms of appointment, training, compensation and selection for all regardless of personal characteristics and dimensions of diversity. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is at the heart of UNFPA's workforce - click here to learn more.
Disclaimer:
Selection and appointment may be subject to background and reference checks, medical clearance, visa issuance and other administrative requirements.
UNFPA does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process and does not concern itself with information on applicants' bank accounts.
Applicants for positions in the international Professional and higher categories, who hold permanent resident status in a country other than their country of nationality, may be required to renounce such status upon their appointment.
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