UNICEF Operations Manager Job in Uganda

Operations Manager, Gulu, Uganda

United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)

Closing date: 11 Feb 2011

Purpose of the Position

Under the supervision of the Head of Zonal Office, Gulu and with the technical guidance of the Chief of Operations, you will manage the operational functions of a series of Zonal offices (i .e. finance, accounts, personnel, administration, supply, ICT). in support of the country office programme

Key Expected Results

1. You will certify and confirm operational transactions through the interpretation and determination of applicable policies, procedures. rules and regulations. (e.g., bank accounts, disbursements within authorized limits, contractual agreements, personnel administration, purchase of supplies and equipment) Approve operational transactions within established limits.

2. You will advise and recommend to the Head of Zonal Office and Country Office when deviation from rules and regulations may be required and propose alternative solutions to meet office objectives.

3. You will monitor compliance with all the operational systems and procedures. Establish relevant internal controls. Ensure accuracy, promptness and appropriateness of information, and reports to the Head of Zonal Office and the Chief of Operations.

4. You will assist the Chief of Operations in the country programme strategy, development, planning and preview/review meetings to identify staffing and administrative operational requirements.

5. You will review Zonal office structures and operations, and update job descriptions prior to budget preparation, in line with the country programme commitment. Monitor and control Regional and Zonal offices budget allotment

Qualifications of Successful Candidate

Advanced university degree in Finance Management. Business Administration. Management or a related field. Specialized training in ICT will be a definite asset.

Five years of progressively responsible professional work experience in finance management, office administration and Human Resource Management some of which should be at the international level Some experience in ICT will also be advantageous.

• UNICEF operation's goals, and organization development and change management strategies
• UNICEF operation's policies, procedures and guidelines in the Manual.
• Right-based and Results-based management and programming approach in UNICEF.
• UNICEF Mid-Term Strategic Plan (MTSP)

Fluency English and another UN language. Knowledge of the local working language of the duty station is an asset.

Competencies of Successful Candidate

·         Communicates effectively to varied audiences, including during formal public speaking.

·         Sets high standards for quality and consistently achieves project goals.

·         Able to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment.

·         Analyzes and integrates potentially conflicting numerical, verbal and other data from a number of sources.

·         Demonstrates and shares detailed technical knowledge and expertise.

·         Ensures that team or department follows relevant company policies and procedures.

·         Translates strategic direction into plans and objectives.

·         Has good leadership and supervisory skills; co-ordinates group activities, ensuring that roles within the team are clear.

·         Sets clearly defined objectives and produces comprehensive project plans for the organization.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.

How to apply

If you want a challenging career while improving the lives of children around the world UNICEF, the leading children's rights organization, would like to hear from you.

Visit us at www.unicef.org/about/employ to register in our new e-Recruitment system and apply to this and other vacancies, quoting E-VN-2011-00104. Applications must be received by 11 February 2011.

Please note that only candidates who are under serious consideration will be contacted.

In the selection of its staff, UNICEF is committed to gender balance and diversity without distinction as to race, sex or religion, and without discrimination of persons with disabilities: well qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Reference Code: RW_8DMSWE-17