Programme Officer
China UNICEF has a special relationship the government of China. Therefore, they travel to the poorest parts of China in order to develop results for children.
Overview
- Location: Beijing
- Industry: Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
- Employer: UNICEF
Job Description
This entails:
- Being part of shaping and forming partnerships with various Government of China departments and agencies
- Participating in effective knowledge management to strengthen programmes that help children in China
- Analysing socio-political and economic trends in China and their implications for UNICEF’s programmes
- Supporting the monitoring of programme funds and ensuring their optimal use for the benefit of children in China
- Providingsupport and assistance to improve the quality of programmes
- Building and reinforcing commitment and capacities of national and local partners
To qualify, you will have…
- A university degree (preferably at Master’s level) in Social Sciences, International Relations, Public Administration or other relevant field
- At least two years of professional working experience in international development or programme/project development at the national or international level
- Experience working with the UN or other international development organizations is an asset
- Knowledge of China’s social and economic policy context, Chinese government and non-government functions and policy development mechanisms
- Experience of working in partnership with the Government of China
- Experience of research management an advantage
- Ability to coordinate and organize activities with stakeholders to good quality
- Fluency in English and Mandarin
For every child, you demonstrate…
- Respect for and adherence to UNICEF’s core values of Commitment, Diversity and Inclusion, and Integrity
- Strong interpersonal and team working skills and capacity to work in a multicultural environment
- Strong drive for results, setting high standards for the quality of work
- Interest in learning and researching, gathering comprehensive information to support decision making
How to Apply
If you recognise yourself from the above and wish to make a difference for every child, send a Cover Letter and CV to beijinghr@unicef.org or apply online https://www.unicef.org/about/employ/?job=506931. The deadline for receipt of applications is 17 September 2017.
