Programme Associate

The Programme Associate provides specialized support to programs and administration to facilitate the development, implementation, and monitoring of UNICEF programs in Fort Dauphin. The role involves data analysis, budget monitoring, reporting, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective execution and compliance with organizational rules.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized support to programs and administration to facilitate development, implementation, and monitoring of UNICEF programs.
• Engage significantly in data analysis, budget monitoring, reporting, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage all administrative and project/program support activities to ensure office efficiency and effectiveness.
• Monitor programs and provide insightful recommendations to support planning, implementation, and reporting of program results.
• Ensure accurate data entry and compelling presentation of information to guide strategic program adjustments.
• Coordinate projects, manage partnerships, monitor grants, and support data-driven decision-making.
• Manage resources effectively by tracking budgets, funding, and partner-related processes.
• Produce quality reports and analyses for donors and program teams.
• Utilize digital tools, artificial intelligence, and collaborative platforms to improve operational efficiency and knowledge sharing.
• Support capacity-building activities, field missions, and emergency interventions to contribute to sustainable results for children.

Requirements

• Secondary education in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, Finance, Management/Administration, Operations, or any related field.
• A Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) from a recognized higher education institution in a relevant field can substitute for three years of relevant professional experience.
• A Master's degree (or equivalent) can substitute for two additional years of relevant professional experience.
• At least 6 years of relevant experience in Administration, Grant Management, Budget Management, Data Analysis, Monitoring and Evaluation, Donor Reporting, Partnership Management, Knowledge Management, Digital Tools, Event Coordination, and related fields.
• Professional proficiency in French.
• Desirable: Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish) or a local language.
• Desirable: Professional English, SAP Administration, Power BI, Regulatory Compliance.
• Relevant country-level experience, especially in development, fragile, and humanitarian contexts, is essential and must be included in all offers.

Skills

• Grant Management
• Budget Management
• Data Analysis
• Monitoring and Evaluation
• Donor Reporting
• Partnership Management
• Knowledge Management
• Digital Tools Creation
• Event Coordination
• SAP Administration
• Power BI
• Regulatory Compliance
• Program Implementation
• Programme Monitoring
• Stakeholder Coordination
• Administration
• Development Context Experience
• Humanitarian Experience

Languages

French