Programme Associate, Kabul, Afghanistan

## Programme Associate, Kabul, Afghanistan - Organization:UNICEF - United Nations Children's Fund - Office:UNICEF Kabul, Afghanistan Programme Associate (G-6), FT, #00138041, Kabul - Afghanistan, APR (Open to Afghan Nationals Only) Position type:Fixed Term Appointment Division/Equivalent:Bangkok (EAPRO), Thailand School/Unit:Afghanistan Department/Office:Kabul, Afghanistan Categories:Programme Management 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 for as long as we are needed. 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 professional and personal development that will help them reinforce a sense of purpose while serving children and communities across the world. We welcome everyone who wants to belong and grow in a diverse and passionate culture, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package. Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, the right to a Champion How can you make a difference? Under the supervision and guidance of the Deputy Representative (Programmes), you provide specialized programme and administrative support to facilitate the development, implementation and monitoring of UNICEF's programmes under the oversight of the Deputy Representative (Programmes). Your role will involve substantial engagement in data analysis, budget tracking, reporting, and coordination with internal and external stakeholders to ensure effective delivery and compliance with organizational rules. The role requires strong interpersonal skills, the ability to anticipate needs and challenges, and the capacity to coordinate effectively across the office. It also demands the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and discretion in handling sensitive matters, while consistently upholding the organization's core values. Incumbent exercises judgment, anticipates needs, and recommends actions that contribute to programme planning, implementation and reporting results. The fundamental mission of UNICEF is to promote the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything the organization does — in programs, in advocacy and in operations. The equity strategy, emphasizing the most disadvantaged and excluded children and families, translates this commitment to children's rights into action. For UNICEF, equity means that all children have an opportunity to survive, develop and reach their full potential, without discrimination, bias or favoritism. To the degree that any child has an unequal chance in life — in its social, political, economic, civic and cultural dimensions — her or his rights are violated. There is growing evidence that investing in the health, education and protection of a society's most disadvantaged citizens — addressing inequity — not only will give all children the opportunity to fulfill their potential but also will lead to sustained growth and stability of countries. This is why the focus on equity is so vital. It accelerates progress towards realizing the human rights of all children, which is the universal mandate of UNICEF, as outlined by the Convention on the Rights of the Child, while also supporting the equitable development of nations. Job organizational context: The Generic Job Profile for the Programme Associate at theG-6 levelis to be used in a UNICEF offices, in one of the programme sections. The Programme Associate (G-6) is embedded within Programme Section, reporting to a Supervisor or Section Chief. This role bridges operational delivery by liaising regularly with multiple units—Programme, Operations, Finance, Supply—and with external partners (government ministries, NGOs, donors). Depending on the programme priorities, the Incumbent may support sector-specific teams (e.g., Health, Education, WASH) or cross-cutting portfolios (e.g., humanitarian action, M&E, emergency preparedness). Key functions, accountabilities and related duties/tasks - Project Management and Implementing Partnership Coordination - Data Management, Analysis & Reporting - Grant Management, Budget Monitoring and Reporting - Digital Innovation & Operational Efficiency - Communication, Knowledge Sharing and Dissemination - Capacity Building & Event Coordination - Flexibility & Surge Support If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: Job Description_ Programme Associate_G6.pdf To qualify as a champion for every child you will have... Minimum requirements: - Education: Completion of secondary education is required. Professional and/or university courses related to the field of work are highly desirable. - Work Experience: At least 6 years of relevant work experience in Administration, administrative experience, clerical work experience. and any other related fields. - Skills: Administration, Data Analysis, Reporting, Coordination, Grant Management, Budgeting. - Language Requirements: Proficiency in English is required. - Language: Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) - Pashto language, Dari language, Persian language is an asset. - Relevant university study is an advantage. - Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts. UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values UNICEF competencies required for this post are... (1) Builds and maintains partnerships (2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness (3) Drive to achieve results for impact (4) Innovates and embraces change (5) Manages ambiguity and complexity (6) Thinks and acts strategically (7) Works collaboratively with others Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels. UNICEF promotes and advocates for the protection of the rights of every child, everywhere, in everything it does and is mandated to support the realization of the rights of every child, including those most disadvantaged, and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, minority, or any other status. UNICEF encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, nationality, religious or ethnic backgrounds, and from people with disabilities, including neurodivergence. We offer a wide range of benefits to our staff, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF provides reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodation, please submit your request through the accessibility email button on the UNICEF Careers webpage Accessibility | UNICEF. Should you be shortlisted, please get in touch with the recruiter directly to share further details, enabling us to make the necessary arrangements in advance. 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 based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities. UNICEF is committed to promote the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be exp