Administrative Officer; P-, TA Education Cannot Wait; ECW), Host

Job Overview

As focal point of administrative management services, the incumbent is accountable for delivering efficient and cost‑effective administrative support services, guiding the operations of these services, and managing administrative staff. The role ensures compliance with UNICEF’s administrative policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.

• Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and strategies for administrative services.
• Manage the budget for administrative activities.
• Provide administrative support and services across the organization.
• Oversee property management.
• Arrange and control contracts.
• Support staff learning and development.
• Facilitate partnership, coordination, and collaboration with external partners.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in social sciences, business management, administration, finance, or a related discipline.
• Work Experience:
  
  At least two years of relevant professional experience, including experience at both national and international levels in office management, administration, finance, accounting, ICT, human resources, or supply functions.
• Skills:
  • Experience in administrative arrangements.
  • Ability to support service management.
  • Experience in operational coordination.
  • Ability to provide organizational support.
• Language Requirements:
  Proficient/Fluent English and French are required.

• Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, Russian, or Spanish).
• Work experience in another UN agency.
• Experience supporting the Inter‑Agency Operations Management Team’s approaches.
• Experience in administrative support, budget management, contract management, procurement, vendor management, office operations, budget tracking, and contract administration.
• Relevant experience at the country level, especially in development, fragile settings, and humanitarian contexts.

• Builds and maintains partnerships.
• Demonstrates self‑awareness and ethical awareness.
• Drive to achieve results for impact.
• Innovates and embraces change.
• Manages ambiguity and complexity.
• Thinks and acts strategically.
• Works collaboratively with others.

UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religion, ethnicity, disability, or other status. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks, including verification of academic credentials and employment history. Selected candidates with disabilities may be requested to provide supporting documentation in a confidential manner. UNICEF is committed to ensuring reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process.

Applications to this position may require a medical clearance, visa eligibility, and required inoculation. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer if required conditions are not met.