Programme Associate ( HACT), GS6 Vacancy Job Ref: VACUNICEF1175-23

UNICEF works in some of the toughest parts of the world, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfil their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.

And we never give up. For every child, a champion! How can you make a difference? UNICEF works in Mauritania to help the most vulnerable children, including ensuring they have access to quality health services, food, water and education, and grow up protected from violence and exploitation, no matter where they are or where they live. How can you make an impact?

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Planning, execution and reporting of spot check missions: Provide support in developing and communicating spot check mission schedules; Coordinate with partners on mission dates and inform them in time Identify and communicate expenses that will be audited and provide technical support to spot check teams for the execution of missions Execution of spot check missions and submission of reports before December 31 Check the quality of spot check reports before their signature by partners

2. Follow-up of the implementation of recommendations from assurance reports. Maintain follow-up of spotchecks, audits and micro-assessments recommendations on eTools Ensure the follow-up and recovery of ineligible expenses Attach assurance reports in the eTools system Contribute to the capacity building of partners

3. Administrative support to the HACT Unit

4. Perform other tasks as required To be considered a champion for the cause of every child, you must… Education: – High school diploma preferably supplemented by a university degree in finance, accounting or a related field. Professional experience: – 6 years of professional experience in finance / accounting or any other related field – Auditing experience would be a strong asset.

– A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or a related field can replace three years of professional experience. – A master’s degree in accounting or a related field can replace two additional years.

– Previous experience in international organizations in emergency situations would be an advantage.

– Computer literacy and ability to effectively use standard office software, tools and technologies would be a strong asset. Language skills:

– Fluency in French is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, English, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

For every child, you demonstrate… Core Values ​​(CRITAS) drive everything we do and how we do it.  Integrity, Trust Accountability Sustainability UNICEF competencies required for this position are… Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical conscience

(1) Works collaboratively with others

(1) Builds and maintains partnerships

(1) Innovates and embraces change

(1) Thinks and acts strategically

(1) Dedicated to achieving results

(1) Manages ambiguity and complexity

(1) During the recruitment process, we test candidates following the competency framework. Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels: competency framework here. Notes:

UNICEF is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion among its workforce and encourages all candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religion or ethnicity, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to join the organization.

We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.

UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible work arrangements. UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy for any conduct that is inconsistent with its mandate and the standards of conduct for United Nations staff, including sexual abuse or exploitation, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.

UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All candidates considered for recruitment will be subject to rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.

We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.

UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.

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