Jobs at UNICEF Nigeria II

HIV/AIDS Specialist, NOC

Minimum qualifications and competencies

• Advanced university degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, or related technical field.
• Minimum of Five years of progressively responsible professional work experience in programme management, monitoring and evaluation, in a related field.
• Fluency in English required. Knowledge of another UN language an asset.
• Knowledge of the local working language of the duty station is an asset.
• Knowledge of the latest developments and technology in related fields.
• Analytical, conceptual, negotiating, communication and advocacy skills.
• Very good writing skills.
• Teamwork and interpersonal abilities.
• Planning and monitoring skills; ability to organize work and projects.
• Ability to make timely and quality judgments and decisions.
• 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.
• Commitment to continuous learning for professional development.
• Initiative, passion and commitment to UNICEF’s mission and professional values.

 

Health Specialist, NOC

Minimum qualifications and competencies

• Advanced university degree in Medicine, Public Health or related technical field.
• Five years of progressively responsible professional work experience at the national levels in programme management, monitoring and evaluation of health projects.
• Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another UN working language, an asset.  Knowledge of the local working language of the duty station is an asset.
• Knowledge of the latest developments and technology in related fields.
• Analytical, negotiating, communication and advocacy skills.
• Managerial skills and teamwork abilities.
• Good judgement and ability to make timely decisions.
• 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.
• Current knowledge of development issues and policies, as well as programming policies and procedures in international development cooperation.
  

 

Child Survival and Development Specialist, NOD

Minimum qualifications and competencies

• Advanced university degree in Public Health, Medicine or related specialist technical field.
• Eight years progressive professional work experience in programme planning, management, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation, in child survival and development activities.  Experience in the specific priority area of child survival and development (CSD) applicable to a particular field office will be an asset.
• Fluency in English and another UN language required.
• Knowledge of the local working language of the duty station is an asset.
• Current knowledge of the latest developments and technology, in the field.
• Proven ability to conceptualize, develop, plan and manage programmes, as well as to impart knowledge and teach skills.
• Leadership, teamwork abilities, managerial and supervisory skills.
• Good analytical, negotiating, communication and advocacy skills.
• Ability to make timely and quality judgments and decisions, maturity and cultural sensitivity.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships both within and outside the organization.
• Initiative, passion and commitment to UNICEF’s mission and professional values.

 

Driver, GS 2

Minimum qualifications and competencies

• Primary education certificate, secondary school certificate or its equivalent an asset. Professional driver’s license; certificate in vehicle maintenance an asset. Experience in use of HF and VHF communications equipment an asset.
• Minimum five years’ work experience as a professional driver; safe driving record, and two years experience in minor vehicle repairs.
• Good knowledge of English language (written and spoken). Working knowledge of the local language of the duty station is desirable.
• Knowledge of Nigeria roads, vehicle repair and ability to read road maps.
• Knowledge of protocol activities, chauffeur courtesies.
• Basic knowledge of computer operation an asset.
• Basic skills in first aid.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment is desirable.
• Interpersonal skills, good judgment, discretion, initiative, and commitment to UNICEF’s mission and professional values.

 

How to Apply

Prepare the following documents

• A completed UN Personal History Form (which can be downloaded from www.unicef.org/employ)
• Your curriculum vitae with your current, detailed contact information (including telephone number and email address)
• A one-page summary statement that shows how your qualifications and experience meet the requirements above. Be sure to indicate the location (city) of the post for which you are applying.

Only candidates meeting the minimum qualifications and competencies (above) will be considered.

Send your documents in a sealed envelope marked ‘confidential’ and with the vacancy number to:

        The Human Resources Manager
        UNICEF
        UN House
        Plot 617/618, Diplomatic Drive
        Central Business District
        PMB 2851, Garki, Abuja

Meet the deadline

Applications must be received by UNICEF by midnight (Abuja time) on Thursday, 1 October 2009. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.