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For every child
Programme Associate, Education (G-6)
Job No.: 583205
Post Number: 19278
Contract Type: Fixed Term Appointment
Duty Station: Dar es Salaam, United Republic of Tanzania
Level: G-6
Functional Areas: Education; Programme Management
Application Deadline: 21 December 2025 (E. Africa Standard Time)
Organization Overview
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. UNICEF is committed to promoting the rights of every child and fostering an inclusive, diverse, and high-performing workforce.
For Every Child, the Right to Education
The Programme Associate (G-6) is based in the Education Programme Section and reports to the Chief of Education. The role supports effective programme delivery through close coordination with Programme, Operations, Finance, and Supply units, as well as with government counterparts, NGOs, and donors.
Under the supervision of the Section Chief, the Programme Associate provides specialized programme and administrative support to facilitate the planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of UNICEF education programmes. The role requires sound judgment, proactive problem-solving, and strong coordination skills to ensure compliance with organizational rules and effective delivery of results.
Key Functions and Responsibilities
1. Project Management and Implementing Partnership Coordination
- Support planning, execution, and monitoring of assigned education projects and initiatives.
- Coordinate implementing partnership management processes, including due diligence, PSEA assessments, micro-assessments, and spot checks.
- Liaise with Programme Managers, partners, and stakeholders to ensure timely submission and processing of Funding Authorizations and FACE forms aligned with approved workplans.
- Monitor timely liquidation of Direct Cash Transfers (DCTs).
2. Data Management, Analysis, and Reporting
- Collect, analyze, and synthesize qualitative and quantitative programme data to support evidence-based decision-making.
- Prepare regular reports, dashboards, presentations, and donor reports on key performance indicators.
- Support the use of digital and AI-enabled tools for data analysis, visualization, and generation of actionable insights.
3. Grant Management, Budget Monitoring, and Reporting
- Track budget allocations, expenditures, and grant utilization using relevant systems (e.g. SAP).
- Monitor grant expiry dates and support grant extensions, reprogramming, and closure processes.
- Prepare periodic and ad hoc grant management and funds utilization reports for management and donor reporting.
- Contribute to the development of funding proposals and statutory reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
4. Digital Innovation and Operational Efficiency
- Apply AI, automation, and digital tools to streamline routine processes such as data analysis and report generation.
- Serve as a focal resource for digital platforms, including SAP, Service Gateway, Power BI, and SharePoint.
- Ensure data protection and compliance with UNICEF data privacy and digital workforce policies.
5. Communication, Knowledge Sharing, and Stakeholder Engagement
- Draft clear and structured internal and external communications, including reports, briefs, and knowledge products.
- Maintain organized digital and physical document repositories, including SharePoint sites.
- Contribute to documentation of lessons learned, best practices, and institutional knowledge.
- Support onboarding and knowledge transfer for new team members.
6. Capacity Building and Event Coordination
- Support the organization of capacity-building activities, workshops, meetings, and field missions.
- Prepare background materials, coordinate logistics, liaise with vendors, and support participant engagement.
7. Flexibility and Surge Support
- Provide adaptive support during emergencies, surge deployments, and programme reprioritization.
- Liaise with focal points and provide backup support to other programme sections to ensure continuity of operations.
Required Capabilities
Project Management (Level 3)
- Develop project plans, objectives, and deliverables.
- Track resources including time, budget, and personnel.
- Identify and escalate risks for management guidance.
Collaboration (Level 3)
- Navigate organizational dynamics and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Prepare clear, concise, and well-structured written reports and correspondence.
- Listen actively, seek clarification, and present information effectively to groups.
Problem Solving (Level 3)
- Analyze data to identify trends, patterns, and risks.
- Diagnose problems and propose practical, evidence-based solutions.
- Communicate findings with a focus on actionable insights.
- Make sound decisions in time-sensitive situations with incomplete information.
Digital Dexterity (Level 3)
- Use AI-enabled tools to support data analysis and reporting.
- Apply prompt-based tools to improve report quality while ensuring compliance with policies.
- Utilize business systems and platforms to extract, analyze, and summarize information.
Minimum Requirements
Education
- Completion of secondary education is required.
- Technical or university-level courses relevant to programme or administrative work are desirable.
Work Experience
- Minimum of six (6) years of administrative or clerical experience.
- Experience in programme support functions is an asset.
- Experience in a UN system agency or international organization is considered an asset.
Language Requirements
- Fluency in English is required.
- Knowledge of another official UN language or a relevant local language is an asset.
UNICEF Values and Competencies
Core Values (CRITAS)
- Care
- Respect
- Integrity
- Trust
- Accountability
- Sustainability
Core Competencies
- Builds and maintains partnerships
- Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness
- Drives to achieve results for impact
- Innovates and embraces change
- Manages ambiguity and complexity
- Thinks and acts strategically
- Works collaboratively with others
Safeguarding, Inclusion, and Equal Opportunity
UNICEF is committed to safeguarding children and maintaining zero tolerance for misconduct, including sexual exploitation and abuse. This role is subject to background and reference checks.
UNICEF promotes diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from qualified candidates regardless of gender, disability, nationality, religion, ethnicity, or socio-economic background. Reasonable accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process.
Additional Information
- Appointment is subject to medical clearance and required vaccinations.
- Government employees must resign prior to taking up UNICEF employment.
- UNICEF does not charge any fees at any stage of recruitment.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Advertised: 12 December 2025 (E. Africa Standard Time)
Deadline: 21 December 2025 (E. Africa Standard Time)
How to Apply:
To submit your application, please follow the link provided below.
To apply for this job please visit jobs.unicef.org.