Unicef is recruiting for a financial Assistant & Private Sector Fundraising & Partnerships Specialist, NOC


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Finance Assistant, GS5
Post title: Finance Assistant, GS5
Vacancy number: VN-NGR-02-2010
Contract type: Fixed-term
Duration: Two years
Location: Bauchi
Deadline for application: Tuesday, 2 February 2010

UNICEF Nigeria seeks the services of finance assistants to provide financial support functions to its operations in Bauchi field office.

The successful candidate will under the supervision of the Finance Officer in Bauchi field office, carry out the following responsibilities

Compile and verify budget and accounting data by researching files, calculating costs and estimating anticipated expenditures from readily available information sources. When authorized, makes disbursements from petty cash fund, maintain records of these disbursements and balances accounts as required.
Prepare cheques and vouchers for all cash disbursements, checking and verifying the accuracy of amounts being paid and received, and ensuring that all such receipts and payments are accurately coded and entered correctly in the relevant ProMS accounting module.
Review and establish completeness and authenticity of the accounting documents provided by Government and Non-Governmental Institutions and verify that they meet the acceptable accounting standards, and have been processed in accordance with the acceptable accounting procedures.
Assist in the preparation of periodic accounting records by recording receipts and disbursements (ledgers, cash books, vouchers, etc) and reconciling data for recurring or special reports.
Ensure accuracy of computation on accounting documents, determine the nature of the expenditures and compile financial summaries for action by programme/project officers. Certify documents for processing liquidation.
Maintain contact with local banks for verifying accounts status, obtaining approval for cheque clearances, verifying currency exchange rate and similar direct transactions.
Assist the Finance Officer in financial planning by preparing relevant financial data for budget estimates.
Prepare monthly payroll for Field Office staff. Prepare travel advances, settle travel claims, MIP reimbursements etc.
Maintain proper and complete custody and control of all accounting documents.
Minimum qualifications and competencies

Completion of secondary school. University degree or its equivalent in finance, accounting or related field is desirable. Professional certificate in accounting, an asset.
Five years progressively responsible work experience in a finance/accounting position.
Good judgment, organization, analytical and accuracy skills.
Integrity, honesty and high sense of responsibility.
Good knowledge of computer applications, accounting softwares and database management.
Good communication and interpersonal and team work skills.
Knowledge of UNICEF procedures/policies an added advantage.
Ability to work effectively and harmoniously in an international and multicultural environment.
Initiative, passion and commitment to UNICEF’s mission and professional values.
UNICEF, which has 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.

HOW TO APPLY

Prepare the following documents

A completed UN Personal History Form (which can be downloaded from www.unicef.org/employ)
Your curriculum vitae with your current, detailed contact information (including telephone number and email address)
A one-page summary statement that shows how your qualifications and experience meet the requirements above.
Only candidates meeting the minimum qualifications and competencies (above) will be considered.

Send your documents in a sealed envelope marked ‘confidential’ and with the vacancy number to:
The Human Resources Manager
UNICEF
UN House
Plot 617/618, Diplomatic Drive
Central Business District
PMB 2851, Garki, Abuja

Meet the deadline

Applications must be received by UNICEF by midnight (Abuja time) on Tuesday, 2 February 2010. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Post title: Private Sector Fundraising & Partnerships Specialist, NOC
Vacancy number: VN-NGR-01-2010
Contract type: Fixed-term
Duration: Two years
Location: Lagos
Deadline for application: Tuesday, 2 February 2010


UNICEF Nigeria seeks the services of an experienced Private Sector Fundraising & Partnerships (PSFR) Specialist who will develop and implement private fundraising and partnership strategies to raise funds and leverage resources locally in order to support implementation of the country programme.

The successful candidate will be expected to carry out the following duties

Responsible for overall implementation of local private sector fundraising and partnership plans and achieving set targets through various fundraising and partnership building tools, for example corporate cash and in-kind donations, individual fundraising and resource leveraging.
Supervise the PSFR team in scrutinizing the individual and corporate fundraising plans according to the work plan and in putting the plans into action in a timely and effective manner. This includes campaigns for donor acquisition, cultivation, retention and corporate fundraising. Oversee and monitor the work performed by the team.
Responsible for local Donor Care Programme-retention of existing private sector partners working closely with the programme section. Write proposals, send reports and organize field trips for potential and current donors and partners.
Keep track of private fundraising and partnership activities and prepare reports as needed by the supervisor, Deputy Representative and Representative as well as Private Fund Raising and Partnerships Division, Geneva Headquarters.
Responsible for formulation of local Private Sector Fundraising and Partnerships strategy and overall strategy and plans vis-a-vis identified funding requirements for the country programme.
Ensure documentation of good practices and support, in any way required, the Country Office for all activities related to private sector engagement.
Minimum qualifications and competencies

Advanced university degree in social sciences or a related technical field.
At least five years of progressively responsible professional work experience at the national levels in corporate social responsibility in fund raising and partnership, or acceptable related experience. Proven experience in marketing, advertising and/or sales.
Fluency in written and spoken English.
Proven skills in managing relationships with large number of partners involving proposals and field visits.
Proven skills in communications, networking, advocacy and ability to relate to mass media and community.
Proven conceptual, analytical and negotiation skills.
Ability to clearly and concisely present ideas and concepts in written and oral form.
Proven ability to effectively manage relationships with private sector, government officials and other UNICEF partners.
Managerial and supervisory skills and ability for team work.
Good knowledge of computer systems and applications.
Initiative, passion and commitment to UNICEF’s mission and professional values.
UNICEF, which has 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.

HOW TO APPLY

Prepare the following documents

A completed UN Personal History Form (which can be downloaded from www.unicef.org/employ)
Your curriculum vitae with your current, detailed contact information (including telephone number and email address)
A one-page summary statement that shows how your qualifications and experience meet the requirements above.
Only candidates meeting the minimum qualifications and competencies (above) will be considered.

Send your documents in a sealed envelope marked ‘confidential’ and with the vacancy number to:
The Human Resources Manager
UNICEF
UN House
Plot 617/618, Diplomatic Drive
Central Business District
PMB 2851, Garki, Abuja

Meet the deadline

Applications must be received by UNICEF by midnight (Abuja time) on Tuesday, 2 February 2010. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

RESPONSE

UNICEF will contact short-listed applicants within two weeks of the deadline. UNICEF will not contact applicants who were not short-listed.

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