Operations Manager P-3, Garowe -Somalia, Post no.16904

As the head of operations of a small/medium-sized office or sub office, accountable for management of cost effective, efficient and secure operations, in support of management, administration and implementation of the country programmes. Manage the office’s operations (Finance, HR, ICT, Supply ) related functions in accordance with strategy, plans and decisions made by Regional Management Team and Country Programme Management Teams.

UNICEF works in 190 countries and territories to protect the rights of every child. UNICEF has spent 70 years working to improve the lives of children and their families. Defending children's rights throughout their lives requires a global presence, aiming to produce results and understand their effects. UNICEF believes all children have a right to survive, thrive and fulfill their potential – to the benefit of a better world.

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.

For every child, Health              

www.unicef.org/somalia

How can you make a difference?

As the head of operations of a small/medium-sized office or sub office, accountable for management of cost effective, efficient and secure operations, in support of management, administration and implementation of the country programmes. Manage the office’s operations (Finance, HR, ICT, Supply ) related functions in accordance with strategy, plans and decisions made by Regional Management Team and Country Programme Management Teams.

Summary of key accountabilities:

1.  Effective operations of financial, human resource and administrative management

2. Policy interpretation and application

3. Fiduciary integrity/responsibility for funds and assets

4.  Leadership in strategic planning and policy formulation in the areas of operations

5.  Office Services

6.  CPMP

7.  Compliance and Internal Control

8. Staff Learning and Development

9.  Partnership, Coordination and Collaboration

To qualify as a champion for every child you will have…

Advanced university degree in accounting, business administration, economics, or financial management and membership - or enrolled for membership - of recognized professional accountancy body

Five years (P3) of relevant professional office management work experience.

National and/or International work experience in office management, finance, accounting, ICT, human resources, supply and administration and/or other related fields,

Work experience in emergency duty station.

Fluency in English and another UN language.

 For every Child, you demonstrate…

Our core values of Commitment, Diversity and Integrity and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.

This position is classified as “rotational” which means the incumbent is expected to rotate to another duty station upon completion of their tour of duty,

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply.