National Post: Operations Specialist

*PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS VACANCY IS OPEN ONLY TO NATIONALS OF ERITREA *

Job Setting:

The Operations Specialist (OS) post is located in the Eritrea Country Offices (CO) and reports to the Representative. The OS supports the implementation of all aspects of CO management and operations, finance, administration, procurement, information technology, and human resources

Job Purpose:

The OS supports a fully accountable, smoothly functioning, well-managed and results-oriented CO, and facilitates programme implementation and delivery by providing for the operational needs of programmes and projects. The OS actively participates in inter-agency coordination to ensure UNFPA’s need in common systems and service issues are met. S/he fosters a collaborative, client-oriented approach towards the CO’s programme team and UN community, and supports effective communication and cooperation with Headquarters (HQ). The OS manages the operations team and closely collaborates with the CO’s programme staff.

Education:

Advanced degree in business administration, public administration, finance, human resources, information technology or a related field.

Knowledge and Experience:

⦁ Five years of progressively responsible professional experience in administration, finance or office management.

⦁ Strong analytical and leadership skills.

⦁ Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

⦁ Proficiency in current office software applications and corporate IT systems, such as Atlas/PeopleSoft. 

Languages:

Fluency in oral and written English.