Operations Assistant

Job Description

Description

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UNICEF in the State of Palestine works to uphold the rights of children to access services and protection, from early childhood through to adolescence. Our objective is to ensure that every child in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, irrespective of background or circumstance, has an equal chance to fulfil their potential. We are working for every child and young person in the State of Palestine. The State of Palestine Office requires a dedicated position to serve as the administrative focal point for the Operations unit. The Operations Assistant is accountable for communications, operational support services to enhance the smooth running of the team and its workflow.

You will report to the Deputy Representative Operations for general guidance and direction. You will be responsible for executing a broad variety of routine tasks for the operations unit requiring full knowledge of UNICEF administrative and operational procedures, processes, and policies.

As an advocate for children, you will have the following duties/tasks:

You will provide administrative assistance throughout the Technical Review and Programme Budget meetings and other operations assistance You will be responsible for monitoring key Milestones and Results of the Operations Team You will provide overall support in preparation for various events held by the operations teamYou will provide Transaction support in Vision (SAP) as well as other systems used by the officeUnder the support and guidance of the Deputy Representative, Operation, maintain an effective, accurate and up-to date database in VISION to process information efficiently

To qualify as a Champion for every child you will have:

Education:

– Completion of secondary education. Certification course in general administration or related courses is desired. Bachelor's degree in related area is an asset

Work Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible work experience in general administrative/operations or related work is required. Fluency in written and verbal communications in English and ability to efficiently draft quality memos and reports is considered an assetExperience in SAP or another ERP system is considered an asset

Language Proficiency:

Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.

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