UNICEF representative - TANZANIA

Post Title:
Representative
Bulletin Ref. No.:
CF/DHR/VB-2009-22


Country:
TANZANIA
Budget Level:
D-1*


Region:
ESARO
Position No.:
(1252)


Duty Station:
Dar-es-Salaam
Closing Date for Applications:
23 October 2009


VN. No.:
VN-09-647
HR Officer:
, (recruit.SSR@unicef.org)














Purpose:

• <LI type=disc>Represents the Executive Director in all aspects of UNICEF's co-operation with the Government of Tanzania. <LI type=disc>Accountable for the development, formulation and management of the UNICEF Country Programme of Co-operation, as approved by the Executive Board. <LI type=disc>Accountable for UNICEF's advocacy with the government and other partners for the enhancement of the survival, protection, development and participation of children and women in national development efforts.
• Responsible for all aspects of office management of the UNICEF country office.

Generic Job Description:
Generic JD code 1REP1


Minimum Requirements:
See also generic JD code 1REP1.

• <LI type=disc>Advanced university degree in any of the following: social sciences, economics, public administration, international relations, business administration, public health, education or other fields related to the work of UNICEF. <LI type=disc>Ten to thirteen years of progressively responsible managerial experience in development and administration of social development programmes, and management of human, financial and material resources at national and international levels, eight to ten years of which should be in developing countries. <LI type=disc>Thorough knowledge of current trends (i.e., social issues), practices in specialized field(s) of the profession related to UNICEF work. <LI type=disc>Demonstrated ability for leadership, negotiation, advocacy, and social mobilization. <LI type=disc>Demonstrated ability to manage and supervise diverse professional teams of senior level and technical staff. <LI type=disc>Demonstrated ability to innovate and communicate ideas effectively. <LI type=disc>Demonstrated ability to devise, plan, develop and implement programmes. <LI type=disc>Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships both within and outside the organization. <LI type=disc>Computer skills, including internet navigation and various office applications.
• Fluency in English and another UN language required. Knowledge of a local working language of the duty station is an asset.

Remarks:
* Project staff and external candidates selected for core posts will remain on fixed-term appointment.
Applications will be considered only if accompanied by an updated CV and P11 form, as well as the two most recent PERs/Evaluations. Regret letters will only be sent to shortlisted candidates.

UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff. Well qualified candidates, particularly women are strongly encouraged to apply.



Vacancy Status:
Advertised

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