Data Processing Associate, GS-6, Beijing, China

Contract

This is a G-6 contract. This kind of contract is known as General Service and related categories. It is normally only for nationals. It usually requires 6 years of experience, depending on education.

Salary

The salary for this job should be more than 5,538 USD.

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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, champion

The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, advocacy and 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.

China Country Office is a large country office. While demonstrating results for children at scale in China, UNICEF also works with the government, private sector, media, and other actors to harness the reach and resources of China for the benefit of children in China and globally.

UNICEF works with the Government of China to advance the rights of children. The China CO has four programme sections and in addition increasingly works to develop partnerships across the public and private sectors in China. This post is part of the Partnerships and Innovation team which works to establish partnerships and raise support from the private sector in support of UNICEF’s programmes.

How can you make a difference?

The position of Data Processing Associate (Retention) at the GS6 level reports to the Retention Officer. Under the supervision of the Fundraising retention Officer, the post is required to assist in the administration, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of retention activities.

Key functions, accountabilities and related duties/tasks:

1. Support the smooth running of retention activities, including but not limited to:

• Support the processing of data on a monthly basis and extract data from website to add to database
• Assist with back-end processes supporting individual supporting programme
• Extract data and verify data accuracy
• Support in the creation of reports as per UNICEF guidelines

2. Assist the Retention Officer in the campaign development

• Assist the preparation of proposals and presentations
• Set up relevant agency meetings, including selecting appropriate venues
• Assist the preparation for reports and analysis
• Support in developing of processes to ensure smooth operation of retention activities in line with UNICEF standard procedures

3. Perform functions for contracting including suppliers management, financial management

• Certifying vendor invoices for accuracy and completeness
• Assist with procurement of services and supplies (eg competitive bidding processes)
• Submission of finance invoices
• Submission of vendor forms
• Managing VISION for the team:
• Raising Purchase Requisition (PREQ) services
• Raising Purchase Order (PO) – for individual consultants
• Raising and closing of TAs for IFR staff who are traveling
• Raising Fund Commitments (FC)
• Checking on work orders and to ensure all supporting documents are proper
• Monitoring the contracts that are currently open and/ or expiring
• Monitoring total expenditure

4. Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by supervisor.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

• Completion of secondary education is required, preferably supplemented by technical or university courses related to the field of work.
• A minimum of six years of relevant data processing work experience is required.
• Ability to analyse and understand complex datasets.
• Good database experience.
• Functional Competencies: Analyzing, Applying technical expertise, Planning and organizing, Following Instructions and Procedures
• Fluency in English and Chinese is required.

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

Core competencies

• Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (1)
• Works Collaboratively with others (1)
• Builds and Maintains Partnerships (1)
• Innovates and Embraces Change (1)
• Thinks and Acts Strategically (1)
• Drive to achieve impactful results (1)
• Manages ambiguity and complexity (1)

During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here.

UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements. UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children.

Remarks:

UNICEF’s active commitment towards diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable candidates are encouraged to apply.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Appointments are also subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be cancelled.

All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Government employees that are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.