The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in Mali wishes to recruit for the following positions:
Title: WASH Officers (2)
Level: NOB (National Professional, Category B of the UN System)
Type of Appointment: Fixed Term
Duration: 1 year (Renewable)
Section: Programme /Child Survival & Development
Duty Station : Koulikoro (1), Mopti (1)
Date of issue : 28 October 2011
Date of closure: 11 November 2011
I. PURPOSE OF THE POST
Under the guidance of the WASH Manager and under the supervision of the Wash in Schools Programme Coordinator, accountable for professional technical contribution to programme/project design, planning, administration, monitoring and evaluation of WASH programme/project activities, data analysis and progress reporting, and commitment for enhancement of teamwork and capacity building, in support of achievement of planned objectives of the work plan, aligned with country programme goals and strategy, mainly in the Regions of Koulikoro and Mopti.
II. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Collects and analyzes data for the Situation Analysis, programme/project planning, management, monitoring and evaluation purposes. Analyzes programme implementation reports and evaluates in relation to established programme recommendations and plans of action. Reports the outcome of analyses and proposes corrective actions.
Undertakes ongoing visits to UNICEF project sites, assesses local conditions and resources, and monitors UNICEF inputs. Communicates with local counterpart authorities on project feasibility and effectiveness, including the flow of supply and non-supply assistance.
Undertakes follow-up actions on programme implementation activities and prepares reports. Drafts changes in the programme workplans, as required.
Attends technical cooperation meetings, prepares notes and undertakes follow-up actions related to programme implementation.
Selects and compiles training and orientation materials for those involved in programme implementation.
Assists in the preparation of the country programme recommendations by drafting CPSS, PSS and other relevant documentation, ensuring adherence to established rules and regulations. Maintains a computerized programme system, and submits necessary reports.
Evaluates and analyzes financial and supply reports to ensure that expenditures are within allotments and data is consistent with PROMS/PIDB. Reports to the supervisor and/or head of the office, detailing the outcome of reviews.
Drafts relevant sections of reports (required for donors, management, annual reports, etc.).
Collects and analyzes data for the Situation Analysis, programme/project planning, management, monitoring and evaluation purposes. Analyzes programme implementation reports and evaluates in relation to established programme recommendations and plans of action. Reports the outcome of analyses and proposes corrective actions.
III. WORKING CONDITIONS
Post is office-based, with frequent travel within the country.
IV. QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES
Education
Advanced University degree in one of the disciplines relevant to the following areas: Public Health, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Geology, Hydrology, Sanitation Engineering, or a field relevant to international WASH related development assistance.
Experience
At least two years of progressively responsible professional work experience in programme administration, monitoring and evaluation.
Language(s)
Fluency in French and Good knowledge of English are required.
Good knowledge of the local working language of the duty station is an asset.
V. APPLICATION DOCUMENTS
The application letter, together with a detailed CV and a completed UN Personal History Form P-11 (available on UNICEF’s website: (https://www.malipages.comwww.unicef.org/about/employ/files/P11.doc) should be sent by mail to Mali_Recruitment@unicef.org
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
UNICEF is a non-smoking environment.
Applications from qualified female candidates are encouraged.
Staff members and candidates with disabilities are considered on an equal basis with other staff members and candidates in the provision of access to equal employment opportunities, equal remuneration for work of equal value, and a safe and healthy working environment that is free from harassment and offers redress for grievances.