Vacancy notice
If 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 70 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.
1.Project Officer (Construction), NOB, Kathmandu, Nepal - Temporary Appointment (364 days)|
> Job no: 505300
> Work type: Temporary Appointment
> Location: Nepal
> Categories: NO-2, Operations and Business Management
> Applications close: 23 Jun 2017 Nepal Standard Time
Purpose of the Position
The Project Officer (Construction) will be based in Kathmandu and act as UNICEF and UNFPA focal point taking overall responsibility under the instructions of the Chief of the Operations of UNICEF and UNFPA for the management and coordination of the construction project. In this regard the incumbent will gather inputs from all resources within the office and external, and represent UNICEF and UNFPA in all major negotiations and dealings regarding all technical aspects of the project
Qualifications of Successful Candidate
> Advanced University Degree in civil engineering, construction engineering, architecture or other relevant technical area
> First Level Degree in civil engineering, construction engineering, architecture or other relevant technical area plus 2 additional years relevant experience may be considered in lieu of Advanced University Degree.
> Professional Project Management Certification (PRINCE2® Foundation/Prince2® Practitioner and/or PMP certification) would be considered an asset.
> Minimum 5 years’ experience in Construction Project Management
> Experience of a similar nature with the UN or other international organisation is an asset
> Fluency in spoken and written English is mandatory
Technical Knowledge
> Good interpersonal and communication skills
> Excellent writing and presentation skills
> Proven ability to identify potential problems and recommend appropriate effective solutions
> Ability to work productively in a multi-cultural environment
> Excellent facilitation and negotiation skills
> Good ability to convey messages, ideas, concepts in a clear and well-structured way
click [HERE] to view original vacancy link for more details and application procedure.
2. Research & Evaluation Specialist(TA) P3,Kathmandu
> Job no: 505291
> Work type: Temporary Appointment
> Location: Nepal
> Categories: Monitoring and Evaluation, P-3
> Applications close: 23 Jun 2017 Nepal Standard Time
Purpose of the Position
Under the general guidance of the Chief, Planning & Evaluation, you will be responsible for delivering on evaluation and research intermediate results within the country programme
Qualifications of Successful Candidate
> Advanced university degree in social sciences, demography, development planning, statistics or a related technical field.
> Five years of progressively responsible professional work experience at the national and international levels in research, programme monitoring and evaluation. Practical experience in community-based research.
Technical Knowledge
> Strong analytical, quantitative and qualitative research skills
> Specialized training in statistics
> Experience and ability to organize and implement training
> Good analytical, negotiating, communication and advocacy skills
> Computer skills, including internet navigation, and various office applications.
> Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment, and establish harmonious and effective working relationships both within and outside the organization
click [HERE] to view original vacancy link for more details and application procedure.
If 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 70 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.
1.Project Officer (Construction), NOB, Kathmandu, Nepal - Temporary Appointment (364 days)|
> Job no: 505300
> Work type: Temporary Appointment
> Location: Nepal
> Categories: NO-2, Operations and Business Management
> Applications close: 23 Jun 2017 Nepal Standard Time
Purpose of the Position
The Project Officer (Construction) will be based in Kathmandu and act as UNICEF and UNFPA focal point taking overall responsibility under the instructions of the Chief of the Operations of UNICEF and UNFPA for the management and coordination of the construction project. In this regard the incumbent will gather inputs from all resources within the office and external, and represent UNICEF and UNFPA in all major negotiations and dealings regarding all technical aspects of the project
Qualifications of Successful Candidate
> Advanced University Degree in civil engineering, construction engineering, architecture or other relevant technical area
> First Level Degree in civil engineering, construction engineering, architecture or other relevant technical area plus 2 additional years relevant experience may be considered in lieu of Advanced University Degree.
> Professional Project Management Certification (PRINCE2® Foundation/Prince2® Practitioner and/or PMP certification) would be considered an asset.
> Minimum 5 years’ experience in Construction Project Management
> Experience of a similar nature with the UN or other international organisation is an asset
> Fluency in spoken and written English is mandatory
Technical Knowledge
> Good interpersonal and communication skills
> Excellent writing and presentation skills
> Proven ability to identify potential problems and recommend appropriate effective solutions
> Ability to work productively in a multi-cultural environment
> Excellent facilitation and negotiation skills
> Good ability to convey messages, ideas, concepts in a clear and well-structured way
click [HERE] to view original vacancy link for more details and application procedure.
2. Research & Evaluation Specialist(TA) P3,Kathmandu
> Job no: 505291
> Work type: Temporary Appointment
> Location: Nepal
> Categories: Monitoring and Evaluation, P-3
> Applications close: 23 Jun 2017 Nepal Standard Time
Purpose of the Position
Under the general guidance of the Chief, Planning & Evaluation, you will be responsible for delivering on evaluation and research intermediate results within the country programme
Qualifications of Successful Candidate
> Advanced university degree in social sciences, demography, development planning, statistics or a related technical field.
> Five years of progressively responsible professional work experience at the national and international levels in research, programme monitoring and evaluation. Practical experience in community-based research.
Technical Knowledge
> Strong analytical, quantitative and qualitative research skills
> Specialized training in statistics
> Experience and ability to organize and implement training
> Good analytical, negotiating, communication and advocacy skills
> Computer skills, including internet navigation, and various office applications.
> Demonstrated ability to work in a multicultural environment, and establish harmonious and effective working relationships both within and outside the organization
click [HERE] to view original vacancy link for more details and application procedure.
