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, knowledge

Since 1950, UNICEF has supported the most important transformation for children and adolescents in Brazil. UNICEF Brazil with its main office in Brasília and nine field offices UNICEF works in close partnership with national and sub-national governments, corporate partners, youth, and civil society organizations. For information on the work of our organization in Brazil, please visit our website:  UNICEF Brazil

How can you make a difference?

Become a part of UNICEF as a Database Associate (Integrations and Solutions) and contribute to advancing our mission forward! You’ll work closely with the Data Center Officer to build, test, and modernize data flows, ensuring our Salesforce system meets UNICEF’s needs. Your role will focus on integrating data solutions, automating reports, and using tools like SQL, Power BI, or Tableau to track key performance metrics.

You’ll also handle specific data requests and serve as a bridge between technical and non-technical teams, ensuring data is clearly understood by all stakeholders.

The key functions include:

• Accurately enter and upload donations to support financial reports and fundraising.
• Perform daily data checks and maintain data quality.
• Backup data entry for donor records and handle frequent data imports.
• Develop protocols for consistent data management during transfers and storage.
• Build real-time dashboards and reports using tools like SQL, Power BI, and Tableau to guide decision-making.
• Collaborate with the Individual Giving team to resolve database issues and requests.
• Train team members and users on accessing and using data with SQL queries.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to optimize systems.
• Help automate data routines and improve processes for efficiency and security.
• Provide feedback to reduce errors and risks in data processes.
• Support the analysis of data inconsistencies and propose solutions.
• Work on interfaces between the database and other systems (e.g., websites, payment gateways).
• Assist with Salesforce CRM implementation and data migration.
• Participate in test strategy development and monitor results for success.
• Keep process documentation up to date.
• Create reports to support fundraising efforts.
• Help improve database policies and procedures.
• Stay current with new technologies to improve workflows.
• Support onboarding and training for new team members.
• Contribute to special projects as needed.

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

Education: Completion of secondary education preferably supplemented by technical, or university courses related to the work of the organization.

University first degree (Bachelor’s) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Information Technology, Economics, Management Information Systems or related STEM field is highly desirable.

Additional relevant post-graduate courses that complement/supplement the main degree is a strong asset.

Experience:

• A minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience in Administration or public relations, with at least 2 years in CRM/database areas, experience in data entry and data management and/or any related function.

An academic degree higher than the required degree may be considered to compensate up to two (2) years of experience in case the candidate lacks the required experience.

• Experience working in Salesforce processes implementation for international organizations would be asset.

Language: Fluency in English and Portuguese is required. Knowledge of Spanish is an asset.

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS).

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

• Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (1)
• Works Collaboratively with others (1)
• Builds and Maintains Partnerships (1)
• Innovates and Embraces Change (1)
• Thinks and Acts Strategically (1)
• Drive to achieve impactful results (1)
• Manages ambiguity and complexity (1)

Click here to learn more about UNICEF’s values and competencies.

Child Safeguarding

Child safeguarding involves proactive measures to limit direct and indirect collateral risks of harm to children, arising from UNICEF’s work, UNICEF personnel or UNICEF associates. The risks may include those associated with physical violence (including corporal punishment); sexual violence, exploitation, or abuse; emotional and verbal abuse; economic exploitation; failure to provide for physical or psychological safety; neglect of physical, emotional or psychological needs; harmful cultural practices; and privacy violations.

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 measures to include a more diverse workforce, such as paid parental leave, time off for breastfeeding purposes, 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.
• UNICEF’s active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable afro-descendants, indigenous, LGBTQIA+ and other minorities are encouraged to apply.
• 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.
• 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.

Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here

This job opportunity is presential and only for Brazilians or candidates with a work permit for Brazil.