UNDP Nigeria Jobs: Country Programme Assistant

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United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is currently recruiting for the following position based in Nigeria for IFAD. The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), which is a specialized agency of the United Nations and dedicated to eradicating rural poverty in developing countries.

Job Title: Country Programme Assistant
Location: Abuja, NIGERIA
Application Deadline:   25-Feb-11
Additional Category: Management
Starting Date: (date when the selected candidate is expected to start): 11-Apr-2011
Duration of Initial Contract:   1 year with possibility of yearly renewal
Expected Duration of Assignment:   1 year with possibility of yearly renewal

General Programme Administration:
•   Support the CPO at all phases of the approval process of all IFAD-funded programmes in the country and their implementation for effective management of the programme of work;
•   Act as focal point for receiving, coordinating and following up on the programme-related activities;
•   Assist the CPO in the administration and monitoring of all aspects of programme design and implementation, as well as in financial budgetary and administrative areas. This entails maintaining close liaison with IFAD, programme staff and other concerned parties;
•   Respond to programme-related queries from both internal and external parties;
•   Assist the CPO in the preparation of progress reporting to IFAD management;
•   Provide administrative and logistic support to IFAD staff including travel, visa and accommodations;
•   Monitor Country Office budget and verify availability of funds;
•   Assist in the identification of consultants, preparation of contracts and processing of payments;
•   Create and maintain an efficient filing system, as well as assist in creating, updating and managing the electronic office project database;
•   Draft correspondence and communications related to all aspects of programme administration; and
•   Perform other duties as assigned.


Education:
•   Hold a first college degree, professional degree or equivalent in secretarial or related field. Additional technical training in accounting, finance and/or management is an advantage.

Work Experience:
•   A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in Management and Administration. Experience in UN Financial Rules and Regulations and guidelines, as well as in administrative procedures is an advantage.

Languages:
•   Full proficiency in English.  Working knowledge of an additional IFAD language widely used in the region is an asset.
Other Skills
•   Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office, email, Internet) and knowledge of UN Rules and procedures is an advantage.

Applications should be submitted on line and include the UNDP Personal History Form (P11) posted at http://sas.undp.org/Documents/P11_Personal_history_form.doc.  Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

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