United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) – hiring Programme Assistant (G-5)
United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. To defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential. Across 190 countries and territories, we work for every child, everywhere, every day, to build a better world for everyone.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Programme Assistant (G-5)
Location: Abuja FCT
How can you make a difference?
Under the close supervision of the Senior Health Manager for Polio/Immunization, you, as the Programme Assistant will support the polio team in the Health Section. You will carry out procedural, administrative and operational tasks that enable timely programme delivery and compliance with UNICEF rules and regulations.
Summary of key functions/accountabilities:
- Contracting and Payment Processing
- Programme Records and Financial Support
- Logistics, Travel and Office Coordination
- Meetings and Capacity Development
If you would like to know more about this position, please review the complete Job Description here: 
Polio_Programme_Assistant_G5_TOR_230926_(1)docx.docx – ws.pdf
To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
Minimum requirements:
- Education: Completion of secondary education is required.
- Work Experience: A minimum of five years of progressively responsible administrative or clerical work experience is required. Experience using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint and other relevant UNICEF systems is required.
Thorough knowledge of UNICEF administrative policies and procedures is required. - Skills: Confidentiality, initiative and sound judgment; ability to work with colleagues from different national and cultural backgrounds are required.
- Language Requirements : Fluency in English is required.
Desirables:
- Language: Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language
- Technical or university courses relevant to the work of the organization are an advantage.
- Strong organization, planning, prioritization and office management skills are an asset.
- Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts.
Application Deadline: 29 Oct 2026 W. Central Africa Standard Time
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Interested and Qualified candidates should use link below to apply.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
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