VACANCY AT UNICEF NIGERIA: MONDAY, MAY 28, 2012.

UNICEF Nigeria seeks the services of experienced Education -GEP Specialists to work in the LGEAs included in the project under the guidance of the SPC.

JOB TITLE: GEP SPECIALISTS- LGEA (3RD PARTY CONSULTANT)
VACANCY NUMBER: VN-NGR-28 – 3- E- 2012
CONTRACT TYPE: SSA
DURATION: 11 Months
LOCATION: Abuja
REQUIREMENTS
The successful candidate will be expected to carry out the following duties
1. Facilitate the establishment/strengthening of LGEA Girls’ Education Committee, (GEC) with representatives from all bodies and institutions with direct involvement in GEP, and with direct managerial, coordination and monitoring responsibilities for GEP at LGEA level or below.
2. Act as secretary to the above committee, arranging regular monthly meetings, keeping minutes and following up and supporting the completion of action points arising from its monitoring functions.
3. Provide technical support for improving achievement of learning outcomes in Primary, Junior Secondary and Senior Secondary Schools, and in non-formal education
4. Facilitate establishment, maintenance and use of girls’ spaces (Girls’ Spaces) for girls and women using proven best practice guidelines. Monitor use of spaces.
5. Assist in human and institutional capacity development of LGEAs for institutionalizing policies and programmes on SBMCs and Mothers’ Associations as catalysts in promoting access, retention, completion, and transition for girls in ECE, Primary, JSS and Senior Secondary Schools
6. Provide technical support and advocate through working with SBMCs and Mothers’ Associations for the establishment and strengthening of Girls’ Spaces in schools.
7. Facilitate evidenced based sensitization and mobilization of SBMCs, Mothers’ Associations, and communities for increased access, retention and quality learning outcomes in schools, ECE centers and in non-formal education provisions.
8. Assist in planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of non-formal education projects. This will involve providing technical support for increased access, retention and quality in non-formal education provisions.
9. Following the GIS mapping outputs, work with the LGEA GEC, SPC and State GEP committee to identify suitable schools and communities or LGA’s (using agreed criteria) for inclusion in various key stages of project interventions.
10. Act as technical supervisor for community and school activities related but not limited to achievement of learning outcomes.
11. Facilitate the implementation of WSDPs for promotion of Girls’ Education.
12. Respond to the outcomes of needs and impact assessments by developing plans of action with the LGEA GEC, and implementing monitoring schedules with school supervisors, as appropriate.13. Ensure that UNICEF protocols are used to resource project activities, and keep accurate and transparent accounts of all inputs and resource use.
14. Keep accurate records of all GEP activities in the LGEA.
15. Liaise with and between all bodies and institutions involved in GEP activities, and ensure the effective pursuit of project targets and implementation of activities.
16. Support Girls’ Education advocacy and community mobilisation activities through SBMCs, Mothers’ Associations, and Girls’ Spaces at school level and in non-formal education institutions.
17. Monitor activities jointly with appropriate partners, and through the supervisory system for school activities. Support changes and improvements to the supervision system, especially focusing on quality improvements and gender equity in schooling.
18. Where possible and appropriate, pursue advocacy activities in support of improved Girls’ Education.
19. Produce regular monthly reports and submit to the LGEA Secretary of Education, and to the SPC.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION & COMPETENCIES:
The candidate for this position must have a higher degree in education.
Minimum of 8 years’ experience in Girls’ Education especially at the LGAs’ level

METHOD OF APPLICATION
If you are interested in the position and meet the requirements, please send cover letter (one-page summary statement that describes how your experience and qualification related to the job description) and a scanned/PDF copy of the completed and signed UN Personal History Form (which can be downloaded here) http://www.unicef.org/nigeria/UN_Personal_History_Form_P11.doc to nrecruit@unicef.org by close of business on Thursday, 07 June 2012.
Please put the position title you are applying for on the subject line of your email.
UNICEF, a smoke-free environment, is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff. Well qualified candidates, particularly women are strongly encouraged to apply.

UNICEF: VACANCY FOR SUPPLY MANAGER: TUESDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2011.

You are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world’s leading children’s rights organization would like to hear from you.
For 60 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children’s survival, protection and development. The world’s largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals, businesses, foundations and governments.

SUPPLY MANAGER, P-4, ABUJA
VACANCY NO: E-VN-2011-002224
DUTY STATION: Abuja
COUNTRY: Nigeria
REGION: WCARO
JOB LEVEL: P-4
POSITION#: 00020083
APPLICATION Close: 06-Jan-12
CONTRACT TYPE: Long-term Staff (FT)
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Under the direct guidance of the Chief of Operations, you will manage the supply and logistics operations of a complex nature with significant impact on programme delivery, services, supply and logistic, processes and systems, requiring advanced professional technical mastery and expertise in support of operations and programme objectives. You will be accountable for effective planning, contracting, procurement, distribution, inventory management of UNICEF supplies, in support of the Country Programmes.

KEY EXPECTED RESULTS
1. Rapid and relevant responses provided to evolving supply needs and situations, including emergency situations, with a priority on achieving value for money.
2. The highest level of integrity, standards and accountability maintained by implementing sound, accurate supply/logistics management systems, procedures and documentation as well as regular and accurate reporting.
3. Technical leadership, support, coaching and training provided to capacity-building in order to enhance efficient, effective and timely delivery of supplies.
4. Effective procurement conducted to attain best overall value while maintaining product quality.
5. Effective collaboration and partnership in supply/procurements/purchasing/contracting/logistics with internal and external counterparts developed and maintained through better coordination, communication and networking.

QUALIFICATIONS OF SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
Advanced university degree in Business Administration, Management, International Economics, Engineering, International Development, Contract/commercial Law or specialization in directly related areas including credited courses in supply, logistics, purchasing or contracting. Equivalent educational qualification in relevant areas (transport or logistics operations/management, supply management, etc.)*
Eight years of relevant work experience. Both national and international work experience in supply, logistics, purchasing, contracting, administration and/or other related fields Work experience in emergency duty stations.
Knowledge of Supply Chain Management preferably in a developing country context
Mastery of technical knowledge (product knowledge, market research/analysis) required for Supply
Management/Purchasing/Contracting (e.g., vaccine, equipment, medical supplies, contracts, customs function, taxation, insurance, etc.)
Knowledge of relevant Information Technology software
Fluency in English and another UN language.
*A first level university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications and experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
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.
Demonstrates and shares detailed technical knowledge and expertise.
Adjusts team or department’s approach to embrace changing circumstances.
Identifies urgent and potentially difficult decisions and acts on them promptly; initiates and generates team- and department-wide activities.
Ensures that team or department follows relevant company policies and procedures.
Has excellent leadership and supervisory skills; co-ordinates group activities, ensuring that roles within the team are clear.
Sets clearly defined objectives and plans activities for self, own team or department.
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.

CLICK LINK TO APPLY
http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/index.php

UNICEF NIGERIA: VACANCY FOR MONITORING & EVALUATION SPECIALIST, NOC (ABUJA): TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2011.

MONITORING & EVALUATION SPECIALIST, NOC, ABUJA
POST TITLE: MONITORING & EVALUATION SPECIALIST, NOCVACANCY NUMBER: VN-NGR-08-2011
CONTRACT TYPE: FIXED TERM
DURATION: TWO YEARS
LOCATION: ABUJA
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: 28 NOVEMBER 2011
UNICEF Nigeria seeks the services of an experienced Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist who will under the supervision of the Programme & Planning Specialist ensure that the UNICEF Country Office has useful, valid and reliable information on the situation of children’s and women’s rights and the performance of UNICEF-supported programmes including their relevance, efficiency, effectiveness, and sustainability, and in emergency contexts, their coverage, coordination and coherence.
The incumbent will support work within the UN country team to support UNCT goals for delivering valid and reliable information on the attainment of the MDGs and other goals, and on the performance of UN-supported programmes and also assist in the development of national capacities for monitoring, evaluation and research, with special attention to the interest, concern and participation of government, community, and civil society stakeholders.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL BE EXPECTED TO CARRY OUT THE FOLLOWING DUTIES:
1. Organise Programme mid-term review, annual reviews, previews, meetings. Analyze and evaluate data to ensure achievement of objectives and recommends corrective actions, when necessary. Provide technical advice to programme staff, government officials and other counterparts on planning and management of integrated monitoring and evaluation.
2. Design data collection methodologies and research related to programme interventions; (Sentinel Site Survey, Rapid Assessment (RAP), Knowledge Attitude Practice (KAP), etc.). Conducts research and data analysis. Assists in the introduction of new approaches and methods in project monitoring and evaluation. www.nigerianbestforum.com
3. Assess trends and measures outcomes relating to achieving National Plan of Action (NPA) goals, in context of country programme. Maintain a data bank of social indicators on the situation of women and children and assist partners to do the same.
4. Contribute towards the preparation of the Situation Analysis. Prepares Country Programme integrated monitoring, evaluation and research plans.
5. Assist Government authorities to plan and organize M&E training programmes. Identifies training needs for the purpose of capacity building in monitoring and evaluation. Liaises with the regional M&E Officer and the Evaluation and Research Office at UNICEF Headquarters in this regard.
6. Prepare the Monitoring and Evaluation sectoral documents for the Country Programme Document (CPD) and Plans of Operations, Plans of Action, Country Programme Summary Sheet (CPSS).
7. Participate in the development of the Monitoring and Evaluation section’s workplan, ensure compliance to specific assigned objectives. Provides guidance and support to staff.
8. Prepare the programme status reports required for management, board, donors, budget reviews, programme analysis, annual reports, etc.
9. Collaborate with the Information/Communication staff in the selection and dissemination of statistical results from the Situation Analysis to national and local levels.
10. Ensure the accurate and timely input of programme information in the computerized programme system, and issuance of status reports for monitoring and evaluation purposes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES
• Advanced university degree in social sciences, statistics, planning development, planning.
• At least 5 years specific experience working with monitoring and evaluation systems of international development projects. In-depth knowledge of planning, monitoring and evaluation systems, methods, and tools within a development context; must be able to demonstrate experience in direct support of the development M&E tools and managing/supporting evaluations, including managing consultants.
• Experience in training, facilitation, and/or program support, especially related to capacity building for M&E. Experience in supporting partners’ needs. Ability to formulate strategies and concepts www.nigerianbestforum.com
• Experience in both writing and reviewing evaluation terms of references, with a strong skill set in both qualitative and quantitative methods. Experience with Randomised Control Trials (RCT) models and quasi-experimental impact evaluations preferable.
• Fluency in English required. Knowledge of another UN language an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the organization.
• Integrity and commitment to UNICEF’s mission and professional values.
• Communication, Working with People and Drive for result.
• Analyzing, Planning and Organizing.
• Leading and supervising skills
• Ability to formulate strategies and concepts
• Applying technical expertise

HOW TO APPLY
If you are interested in the position and meet the requirements, please forward your application in a sealed envelope marked ‘confidential’ quoting the vacancy number addressed to:
The Human Resources Manager,
UNICEF, UN House,
Plot 617/618, Central Area District,
P.M.B 2851, Garki Abuja

BY CLOSE OF BUSINESS ON TUESDAY, 28 NOVEMBER 2011.
Your application should include a completed UN Personal History Form (which can be downloaded from here); your curriculum vitae with your current detailed contact information to include a telephone number & email address and a one-page summary statement that describes how your experience and qualification relate to the job description above.
UNICEF, a smoke-free environment, is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff. Well qualified candidates, particularly women are strongly encouraged to apply.



CLICK LINK FOR MORE DETAIL
http://www.unicef.org/nigeria/about_6677.html

UNICEF NIGERIA: VACANCY FOR SHIPPING ASSISTANT: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2011.

SHIPPING ASSISTANT, GS 5, ABUJA
POST TITLE: SHIPPING ASSISTANT, GS 5VACANCY NUMBER: VN-NGR-09-2011
CONTRACT TYPE: FIXED TERM
DURATION: TWO YEARS
LOCATION: ABUJA
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: 28 NOVEMBER 2011
UNICEF Nigeria seeks the services of an experienced Shipping Assistant who will under the general supervision of the Supply Manager provide support in matters regarding obtaining customs exemptions documentations from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, maintain records and provide updates as required.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL BE EXPECTED TO CARRY OUT THE FOLLOWING DUTIES:
1. Maintain contact with Customs, Immigration Officials and Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Follow-up on supply clearance documentations to facilitate timely customs clearance of supplies and equipment in keeping with established protocol.
2. Prepares all Customs Declaration, note verbal, letters of concession and any other letters relevant to customs release of UNICEF’s shipment; obtain MOFA/Custom’s approval in timely manner to avoid accrual of demurrage.
3. Respond to queries from Supply Division/Programme Sections/Field Offices on all Off-shore related issues. Maintains records relating to all Offshore PGMs and shipping documentation in such a manner which would enhance retrieval of information pertaining thereto; Prepares monitoring reports on activities relating to Note Verbale and agent invoices. www.nigerianbestforum.com
4. Constantly advise Section Chief on latest developments in the fields of duty exemption and clearance of UNICEF and Procurement Services Supplies, tariff fluctuations at National Aviation Handling Company (NAHCO) and Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). Physically attend to clearance of high value perishable items like vaccines and ensure quick delivery and safe storage.
5. Scrutinizes invoices from the freight forwarders and certifies against established tariff rates. Requests CRQs from the relevant programme section with appropriate budget. Drafts and make copies of all payment requests for distribution to Finance and maintains relevant files.
6. Liaisons with Field Offices and Oshodi warehouse, Lagos for recommended transport required for distribution of supplies to the projects and draft memo for the designated freight forwarder.
7. Undertake additional responsibilities for small value procurement in absence of Supply Assistant.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES
• Completion of Secondary School. University degree or its equivalent in Business Administration, Supply & Logistics Management or related field is desirable.
• Five years’ experience progressively in shipping, clearing and forwarding. Experience and strong updated knowledge in government shipping and clearing regulations is required. www.nigerianbestforum.com
• Fluency in English required. Knowledge of another UN language an asset.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and establish harmonious and effective working relationships, both within and outside the organization.
• Integrity and commitment to UNICEF’s mission and professional values.
• Communication, Working with People and Drive for result.
• Analyzing, Learning and Researching, Planning and Organizing, Following instructions and Procedures.

HOW TO APPLY
If you are interested in the position and meet the requirements, please forward your application in a sealed envelope marked ‘confidential’ quoting the vacancy number addressed to:
The Human Resources Manager,
UNICEF, UN House,
Plot 617/618,
Central Area District,
P.M.B 2851,
Garki Abuja

BY CLOSE OF BUSINESS ON TUESDAY, 28 NOVEMBER 2011.
Your application should include a completed UN Personal History Form (which can be downloaded from here); your curriculum vitae with your current detailed contact information to include a telephone number & email address and a one-page summary statement that describes how your experience and qualification relate to the job description above.
UNICEF, a smoke-free environment, is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff. Well qualified candidates, particularly women are strongly encouraged to apply.


CLICK LINK FOR MORE DETAIL
http://www.unicef.org/nigeria/about_6678.html

UNICEF NIGERIA, CAREER JOB: TUESDAY, MAY 3, 2011.

UNICEF VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT The United Nation Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Nigeria announces the following vacancies: SOCIAL POLICY SPECIALIST, NOC, KADUNA UNICEF Nigeria seeks the services of experienced Social Policy Specialist that will be responsible for the development, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of social policies, data base and capacity development. HIV/AIDS SPECIALIST, NOC, LAGOS UNICEF Nigeria seeks the services of an experienced HIV/AIDS Specialist who will under the supervision of the Child Survival Manager, be responsible for the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of HIV/AIDS programmes in the Field Office. OFFICE ASSISTANT, GS-3, BAUCHI, ENUGU, KADUNA & LAGOS UNICEF Nigeria seeks the services of an Office Assistant who, under the direct supervision of the Administrative/HR Assistant, will provide general office support to the operations of the field office in order to contribute to smooth office operations DRIVER, GS-2, LAGOS UNICEF Nigeria seeks the services of an experienced Driver who will under the guidance and supervision of the Administrative/Human Resources Assistant provides transportation assistance, as a driver, to the Field Office, staff members and other visitors. HOW TO APPLY: The above positions are fixed term contracts for two years. For further details, please visit UNICEF Nigeria’s job site at www.unicef.org/nigeria and submit your application. Closing date for all applications is 16th May 2011 UNICEF, a smoke-free environment, is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff. Well qualified candidates, particularly women are strongly encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.