Position: Emergency Officer- Unicef (Deadline June 2024)
Job Summary
Position: Emergency Officer (P2) Location: Panama, Latin America and Caribbean Regional Office Job ID: 103252 Type: Fixed Term Appointment Application Deadline: June 9, 2024
Organization Overview
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. UNICEF is dedicated to promoting the rights of every child, offering diverse career opportunities, and providing an attractive compensation and benefits package.
Responsibilities
Emergency Preparedness:
- Assist Country Offices (COs) in risk analysis for early warning and emergency preparedness.
- Help formulate emergency plans and gather best practices for CO contingency plans.
- Collect and analyze data on evolving emergency situations in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC).
- Organize and conduct training for CO staff in emergency preparedness and response.
Emergency Response: 5. Support COs in initial emergency assistance tasks and verify emergency information. 6. Assist in assessing COs’ emergency and security situations, including needs and priorities. 7. Support COs in implementing emergency plans and identifying staffing and supply needs.
Emergency Project: 8. Support the implementation of CO emergency plans and prepare inputs for appeals and updates. 9. Collect and analyze lessons learned from emergency operations to adopt best practices for longer-term interventions.
Qualifications
Education:
- University degree in social sciences, public administration, law, public health, nutrition, international relations, business administration, or related fields.
Experience:
- At least two years of relevant professional work experience in emergency-related program/project development, planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation, or administration.
- Developing country work experience and training in emergency response management are highly desirable.
- Experience with UNICEF and knowledge of migration and humanitarian operations in the LAC region are assets.
Language Requirements:
- Fluency in Spanish and English is required.
- Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, or Russian) or a local language is an asset.
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Competencies for the Emergency Officer Position
1. Builds and Maintains Partnerships
- Develops and sustains strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and community organizations.
- Effectively collaborates and networks with partners to enhance the impact of emergency preparedness and response efforts.
- Communicates effectively to build trust and ensure mutual goals are met.
2. Demonstrates Self-Awareness and Ethical Awareness
- Maintains high standards of personal and professional integrity.
- Shows awareness of personal strengths and weaknesses and seeks feedback for improvement.
- Adheres to ethical principles and the core values of UNICEF, ensuring accountability and transparency in all actions.
3. Drives to Achieve Results for Impact
- Focuses on achieving high-quality results that contribute to positive outcomes for children and communities.
- Demonstrates persistence and resilience in overcoming challenges and obstacles.
- Proactively seeks innovative solutions to enhance emergency preparedness and response.
4. Innovates and Embraces Change
- Encourages and supports new ideas and approaches to improve emergency response and preparedness.
- Adapts quickly to changing circumstances and remains flexible in the face of uncertainty.
- Continuously seeks to improve processes and outcomes through innovative thinking.
5. Manages Ambiguity and Complexity
- Effectively navigates complex and uncertain situations, making informed decisions with limited information.
- Maintains composure and effectiveness under pressure, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Demonstrates a strong capacity to understand and address complex emergency scenarios.
6. Thinks and Acts Strategically
- Develops and implements strategic plans to enhance emergency preparedness and response.
- Analyzes and anticipates trends and potential challenges to inform decision-making and planning.
- Aligns emergency response strategies with the broader goals and objectives of UNICEF and partner organizations.
7. Works Collaboratively with Others
- Builds strong, cooperative working relationships within the team and with external partners.
- Fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment, valuing diverse perspectives and contributions.
- Demonstrates effective teamwork, supporting and valuing the contributions of all team members.
Additional Information
UNICEF promotes diversity and inclusion and offers benefits such as paid parental leave, reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities, and flexible working arrangements. UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy for sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks, including verification of academic credentials and employment history.
How to Apply
Visit UNICEF’s website to learn more and apply for this position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF. UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of recruitment.
Advertised: May 30, 2024 Application Close: June 9, 2024
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