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Operations Officer (Vision HUB) (NOA), Fixed term, #128750, Port Sudan-Sudan, MENA

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Job no: 572536

Contract type: Fixed Term Appointment

Duty Station: Port Sudan

Level: NO-1

Location: Sudan

Categories: Operations

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.

At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.

UNICEF is a place where careers are built, we offer our staff diverse opportunities for personal and professional development that will help them develop a fulfilling career while delivering on a rewarding mission. We pride ourselves on a culture that helps staff thrive, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.

Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF.

For every child, Hope

The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children’s rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society’s most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations.

How can you make a difference?

Sudan Country office handles annual budget of approximately US$ 350 million and all transactions such as EZHACT (DCT, Reimbursements and Direct Payments), and liquidations, raising of Fund Commitments, Sales orders, purchase requisitions and individual contracts, are processed by the VISION Hub for the office. VISION-SAP Officer (Business processes) reports to Deputy Representative Operations and is supervising processing of VISION transactions within the benchmarks and in adherence to the policies and procedures with the support of the three VISION-HUB Associates.

Under the general supervision of the Deputy Representative Operations, ensure all relevant VISION transactions are undertaken in line with the requirements and according to the SOPs. Monitor functional Role Mapping/Table of Authority/Release strategy of UCO and manage IRC functions in coordination with sections. Provide support to the unit in all financial transactions related to HACT implementation, with particular focus on ensuring efficiency all financial transactions for field activities. Contribute to the improvement of the available SOPs, establishment of KPIs and other workflow documentation.

Key functions, accountabilities and related duties/tasks:

• Provide technical input for the effective and efficient management of VISION transactions processing for the office. Accurate and consistent interpretation and application of VISION/business procedures implemented to support operational work of the office.
• Manage and lead the VISION Hub to ensure that the Hub provides timely, accurate transactions in a proactive and client focused manner.
• Ensure all transactions are completed within appropriate timeline, with relevant feedback provided to requesting sections/units. Review work distribution within the hub and supervise the Hub staff to ensure effective functioning.
• Monitor functional Role Mapping/Table of Authority/Release strategy of UCO and manage IRC functions in coordination with sections.
• Review transactions flow and recommend improvements to SOPs for improved efficiency.
• Facilitate conduct of HACT and VISION trainings for Sudan and Area Offices, Implementing Partners (IP) and Staff.
• Promote VISION Hub to be a Knowledge Lab for the SCO offices. Identify issues concerning transactions and develop and support trainings/orientation sessions/clinics to enhance knowledge and use of VISION and its tools.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…

• Education: A university degree in one of the following fields is required: finance, accounting, business administration, economics or financial management.
• Experience: A minimum of two year of work experience focused on transaction processing and office management is required.
• Language Requirements: Fluency in English and Arabic language is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

The following desirables:

• Membership - or enrolled for membership - in a recognized professional accountancy body.
• Knowledge of SAP.

For every Child, you demonstrate...

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

• 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

Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.

UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.

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 does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). 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 is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. 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.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance. Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.

Remarks:

As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.

Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason.

UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.

UNICEF’s active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates are encouraged to apply.

All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.

UNICEF shall not facilitate the issuance of a visa and working authorization for candidates under consideration for positions at the national officer and general service category.

This is required for all posts requiring a higher education degree. “UNICEF only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/”

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