Programme Associate, G-6, 11.5 months, Maseru, Lesotho, Opened to Basotho Nationals Only

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.

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Job Organizational context:

An estimated 29% of the population in Lesotho comprises youth and adolescents aged 10 to 24. Unfortunately, this demographic group is disproportionally affected by poverty, unemployment, and lack of opportunities. Moreover, despite representing a big part of the population, their views, opinions, and perceptions are rarely considered in national, district and community level planning, budgeting, and service delivery processes. Young people with disabilities face double disadvantages and have limited access to essential services while their voices are not heard.

It is against this background that the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and International Organization for Migration (IOM), with financial support from the European Union, came together and designed a five-year program of action to empower youth-focused civil society organizations, branded the Youth Power Hub. The project is aimed at contributing to an inclusive, participatory, empowered, and independent civil society that can create a democratic space in Lesotho for youth, including people with disabilities and adolescent girls and young women (AGYW). In the first year, a Youth Power Hub will be established, giving Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) working or planning to work on youth empowerment, disability inclusion, and gender equality the opportunity to register themselves and benefit from the opportunities provided by the Hub. To support these organisations, a funding mechanism will be established that offers a variety of custom-made support options tailored to the size and capacity of each CSO.

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Purpose for the job:

Under the supervision and guidance of the Chief of Social Policy, the Programme Associate supports the Social Policy Section by carrying out a range of programme support functions to help implement the Youth Power Hub. The Programme Associate will work with various state and non-state actors including the Ministry of Gender, Youth, Sports, Culture and Social Development (MoGYSCSD), Ministry of Education and Training (MoET), National Consultative Committee on Migration (NCCM), Diaspora Directorate, Basotho Diaspora Association (BDA), CSOs, the private sector such as telecommunication companies, and various formations of young people.

The Programme Associate will support programme design and delivery, financial management and reporting by cooperating partners including CSOs that will participate in the Youth Power Hub. In addition, s/he will support with other project management activities such as monitoring and reporting on activities and results.

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Minimum requirements:

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Education:

Completion of secondary education is required, preferably supplemented by technical or university courses related to the work of the organization

Work Experience:

1. A minimum of six years of administrative or clerical work experience is required.
2. Prior experience in programme support functions is required.
3. Relevant experience in a UN system agency or organization is considered as an asset.

Skills:

1. In-depth knowledge of the administration which underpins UNICEF country office programme/project operations, including monitoring and evaluation processes
2. Strong organizational, planning and prioritizing skills and abilities.
3. High sense of confidentiality, initiative and good judgment.
4. Ability to work effectively with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.
5. Strong office management skills.
6. High attention to detail.
7. Ability to effectively manage the section’s material resources and monitor its budget.
8. Good analytical skills.
9. Experience using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other UNICEF software such as SharePoint

Language Requirements:

Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) or a local language is an asset

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The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

(1) Builds and maintains partnerships

(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness

(3) Drive to achieve results for impact

(4) Innovates and embraces change

(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity

(6) Thinks and acts strategically

(7) Works collaboratively with others

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We offer a wide range of measures to include a more diverse workforce, such as paid parental leave, time off for breastfeeding purposes, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). 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 promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. 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.

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Remarks:

As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.

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

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