1. Assist in coordinating, communicating and supporting logistic arrangements of programme activities and initiatives, especially meetings, workshops and training. 2. Support in taking minutes and preparing reports relevant to meetings/workshops/field visits. 3. Assist in coordinating with partners to monitor the progress of implementation of activities of the annual work plan and budget spending and organize relevant progress review meetings coordinating with relevant government agencies. 4. Support to follow up with relevant sections (Education, Communications, H&N, SBC, DRR, Social Policy and Child Protection) on the implementation of joint work plans/programmes and organize relevant meetings. 5. Coordinate with HR, IT, Admin and Supply sections for relevant supplies and logistics by providing necessary data and information with relevant to supplies, HR support, workshops, trainings, and transport arrangements. 6. Coordinate with all relevant sections on timely input, communications, updating reports following up on budget-related information and preparing reports as necessary. 7. Act as a focal point for administrative coordination of WASH and Climate Change programme/project implementation, engaging with all relevant programme sections to initiate requests, obtain necessary clearances, process and follow-up on administrative actions, prepare documentation as necessary, etc. 8. Participate in meetings and workshops; assist in coordinating implementation activities with relevant government partners, UN agencies, local authorities, local partners, non-governmental organizations, donors, and other stakeholders relevant to the project.
18 – 80
1 month
Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment.
3 years
English, Level: Fluent, Required Sinhalese, Level: Fair, Desirable Tamil, Level: Fair, Desirable
Bachelor degree or equivalent in Biological Science, Environmental Science, Climate Change, Development Studies
Professionalism Confidentially Teamwork and respect for diversity Excellent interpersonal skills Commitment to continuous learning Planning and organizing Communication Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards UNICEF mission and vision, as well as to the UN Core Values. • Accountability • Adaptability and flexibility • Creativity • Judgement and decision-making • Self-management
environment or climate change or development studies or other relevant programmes; experience with development agencies is an asset, as is experience working in the UN or other international development organization; Excellent oral and written skills; excellent drafting, formulation, reporting skills; Accuracy and professionalism in document production and editing; Excellent interpersonal skills; culturally and socially sensitive; ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, religious and youth organizations, and authorities at different levels; familiarity with tools and approaches of communications for development; Ability to work and adapt professionally and effectively in a challenging environment; Ability to work effectively in a multicultural team of international and national personnel; Solid overall computer literacy, including proficiency in various Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, among others), email, and internet; familiarity with database management; and office technology equipment; • Self-motivated, ability to work with minimum supervision; ability to work with tight deadlines; • Sound security awareness; • Have affinity with or interest in (environment, climate change, water and development) volunteerism as a mechanism for durable development, and the UN system.
Crisis and emergency response, Energy and environment , Natural and life sciences
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: No requirements