The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in Mali, wishes to recruit Malian national for the following position:
Title : Assistant Project Officer, Education
Level : NOB (National Professional, Category B of the UN System)
Type of Appointment: Fixed Term
Section: Programme-Education
Duty Station : Bamako
Date of issue : 18 April 2006
Date of closure:: 03 May 2006
I. PURPOSE OF THE POST
Under the general supervision of the Project Officer Education/Head of Section, contributes to project design, implementation, and evaluation of programme activities, data analysis and progress reporting.
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 against established programme recommendations and plans of action. Prepares tables, graphs and other statistical data. Reports outcome of analysis 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 monitoring the flow of supply and non-supply assistance.
· Undertakes follow-up action on programme implementation activities, contributes to teamwork building, and prepares relevant reports. Drafts changes in programme workplans as required.
· Attends technical cooperation meetings, prepares notes and undertakes follow-up action and coordination related to programme implementation and monitoring
· Assists in identification and selection of technical supplies and equipment.
· Assists in the preparation of the country programme recommendation by drafting CPSS, PSS and other relevant documentation ensuring accuracy and consistency with established rules and regulations. Maintains the computerized programme system database and submits relevant reports
· Selects and compiles training and orientation materials for those involved in programme implementation, including donor and media visits.
· Evaluates and analyzes financial and supply reports to ensure appropriateness of documentation, expenditures are within allotments, data is consistent with programme codes. Reports to the Supervisor and/or Head of Office the outcome of reviews
· Drafts relevant sections of reports (required for donors, management, annual reports, etc.)
III. QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES
1.) Education : University degree in Social Sciences preferably with specialization in education policy development, and programme planning, monitoring and evaluation in related technical field.
2.) Experience: Five years progressively responsible experience in education programme design, administration, monitoring and evaluation or related field . Experience in an international organization is an asset.
3.) Language(s) : Fluency in French and working knowledge of English is required. Knowledge of the local language is also required.
4.) Other Competencies
· Knowledge of the latest developments and technology in related fields;
· Analytical, negotiating, communication and advocacy skills;
· Supervisory and managerial skills;
· Leadership and teamwork abilities;
· Computer skills, including internet navigation and various office applications;
· Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the organization;
· Ability to organize and implement training;
· Ability to express ideas and concepts clearly and concisely in written and oral form;
· Good level of computer literacy systems and applications, Microsoft package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.);
· Good judgment, initiative, high sense of responsibility, organizational and analytical skills.
IV. APPLICATION DOCUMENTS
The application letter, together with the following documents should be addressed to the Operations Officer, UNICEF, P. O. Box 96, Bamako in a sealed envelope, marked « Application for the post of Assistant Project Officer -Education  »
· A detailed CV;
· Legalized photocopies of degrees, diploma and certificates;
· A completed UN Personal History Form (P11) available at the UNICEF Reception Desk;
· Proof of Malian nationality (legalized photocopy of either the national identity card or the national passport).
The application letter may also be delivered in person to the UNICEF Reception Desk, Niamakoro, Route de l’aéroport, Bamako, and a registration receipt should be obtained.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
UNICEF is a non smoking environment.
Applications from qualified female candidates are encouraged.