Reports Specialist

Contract

This is a UNV International Specialist contract. This kind of contract is known as International UN Volunteer. It is normally internationally recruited only. More about UNV International Specialist contracts.

For 70 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children's survival, protection and development. The world's largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF believes that all children have a right to survive, thrive and fulfil their potential – to the benefit of a better world. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments. UNICEF has continuously been in Mali since 1960, supporting the Government and civil society’s efforts to improve the lives of children. We are mandated by the UN General Assembly to advocate for the promotion and protection of children’s rights, to help meet the basic needs of children and to expand opportunities for children to reach their full potential. UNICEF in Mali works both upstream, providing policy support and technical assistance to the Government of Mali in its efforts to create an enabling environment for child rights; and downstream to support programmes and interventions to strengthen social services for the most vulnerable children. The UNV will be working within UNICEF Mali Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (PME) unit which provides operational planning, oversight, strategic monitoring, of the implementation of the current country programme document 2020-2024. The PME unit also works in collaboration with partners and other units to strengthen field monitoring, quality assurance of activities, and accountability to partners, children, youth and their communities as well as results reporting. The PME unit works in close collaboration with all programme sections, under the leadership of the Deputy Representative.

Under the supervision of UNICEF Reports Specialist (P3) and overall leadership of the Chief PME, the incumbent will be responsible for supporting on timely submission of quality reports for UNICEF Mali. Summary of key functions/ accountabilities 1. In collaboration with program units, support the redaction of donor results based reports  Update and maintain information on all the donor and programme reporting requirements. Ensure program heads are updated on these requirements and follow up as required.  Develop practical ways to assist Programme Officers with a clear, high quality standard for writing English-language donor reports.  Monitor and track reports due to donors and inform relevant programs on a timely manner  In close collaboration with the Communication unit, ensure the necessary visibility requirements are communicated to the sections and collected in a timely manner for reporting.  In collaboration with the Partnership unit, monitor donor conditions and communicate them to relevant programme sections.  Edit, and in some cases rewrite, drafts of English-language donor reports.  Ensure reported data is accurate and consistent with other program documents.  Prepare a process to track the completion and transmission of donor reports. 2. Provide support to the development of annual reports: Country Annual Report, annual thematic report, and annual Consolidated Emergency Report. 3. In collaboration with the Budget section, follow up on efficient and effective utilisation of donor’s budgets.

 Diversity and inclusion: Treats all people with dignity and respect; shows respect and sensitivity towards gender, cultural and religious differences; challenges prejudice, biases and intolerance in the workplace; encourages diversity wherever possible.  Integrity: Maintains high ethical standards; takes clear ethical stands; keeps promises; immediately addresses untrustworthy or dishonest behaviour; resists pressure in decision making from internal and external sources; does not abuse power or authority.  Commitment: Demonstrates commitment to UNICEF’s mission and to the wider UN system; demonstrates the values of UNICEF in daily activities and behaviours; seeks out new challenges, assignments and responsibilities; promotes UNICEF’s cause.  Communication: Speaks fluently; expresses opinions, information and key points of an argument clearly; presents information with skill and confidence; responds quickly to the needs of an audience and to their reactions and feedback; projects credibility; structures information to meet the needs and understanding of the intended audience; presents information in a well structured and logical way.  Working with people: Shows respect for the views and contributions of other team members; shows empathy; listens, supports and cares for others; consults others and shares information and expertise with them; builds team spirit and reconciles conflict; adapts to the team and fits in well.  Drive for results: Sets high standards for quality of work; monitors and maintains quality of work; works in a systematic, methodical and orderly way; consistently achieves project goals; focuses on the needs and satisfaction of internal and external partners; accepts and tackles demanding goals with enthusiasm UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation and abuse, and on any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

national and international levels, preferably in Monitoring and Evaluation of programmes.  Experience in Results Based Management would be an asset  Experience working in humanitarian setting  Experience working with the UN or other international development organization  Fluency in English and French required (oral and written)  Experience and skills in writing donor reports in English  Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines;  Solid overall computer literacy

Mali in general and Bamako in particular, are exciting places to live and to work. Population is generally welcoming to foreigners. Cost of living is relatively low even if imported goods can be expensive. Supermarkets are accessible and generally well supplied. Health structures are average and only the UN Clinic and a few private health facilities offer acceptable services, not necessarily covering all specialties. Accommodation can easily be found at acceptable prices. Security in Bamako should be given due attention, it is important to follow UNDSS and the internal Security Adviser recommendations when in Bamako or on missions to the field offices. Availability of water and electricity must be considered when looking for an accommodation as shortages happen more and more frequently in some areas. The telecom infrastructure and internet access are good in town at acceptable prices. Mali is an exciting country. It provides opportunity for an interesting and enriching environment, but also requires a mature level of cultural awareness, as well as more stamina and commitment than many places to make life comfortable and affordable. Therefore, flexibility and the ability and willingness to live and work in sometimes difficult and potentially hazardous conditions, involving physical hardship and little comfort, are essential. The Rest and Recuperation (R&R) cycle for Bamako is 8 weeks; and UNICEF pays the UN lump sum for the R&R travel.