4 Vacant Posts at UNICEF

URGENT VACANCIES
UNICEF Indonesia is seeking highly qualified Indonesian nationals to fill the following positions: BA-1, Project Officer Child Protection
Duty Station – Nias, North Sumatra
Temporary Fixed-Term, NO-B Level
Under the direct supervision of Head of Zonal Office, Nias, and under the technical supervision of the Head of Child Protection Section, Banda Aceh, support the implementation of child protection interventions through building the capacity of government, as key duty bearer, to fulfill the rights of children in Nias.
Qualification:
· University degree in Social Sciences or related field to Master’s Level;
· Alt least five (5) years progressively responsible professional work experience in child rights/child protection with demonstrated strong advocacy skills in raising such issues with government at a high level;
· Knowledge of existing and latest developments in the field of child protection and implementation of the convention on the rights of the child;
· Ability to conduct training on child protection, child rights and juvenile justice with strong knowledge of the relative nation legislative frameworks;
· Ability to work as a part of a team and independently as required;
· Ability to work productively under pressure and cope with deadlines.
· Ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively orally.
· Competencies required: Foundational: Commitment, drive for results, embracing diversity, integrity, self-awareness and self-regulation and teamwork. Functional: Managing resources, building trust, tact, technical knowledge, judgment, communication, coaching
· Fluency in English and Indonesian; Knowledge of another UN language is an asset.
BA-2, Project Officer Constructions (2 Posts)
Duty Station – Meulaboh, NAD and Nias North Sumatra
Temporary Fixed-Term, NO-A Level
Under the general guidance of the Construction Specialist – L3, the incumbent will assist in the implementation of a plan for the quality assurance and control the construction of the UNICEF buildings around Meulaboh and Nias with travel to the operation area in the province.
Qualification:
· University degree in Civil Engineering, architecture or other relevant technical area
· Alt least three (3) years work experience in construction contract management of reinforced concrete buildings.
· Knowledge of materials, methods, and the appropriate tools to construct structures and buildings.
· Knowledge of structural engineering in the design of reinforced concrete, steel, masonry, and timber as applied to construction of buildings and structures
· Proven ability to identify potential problems and recommend appropriate solutions manner
· Strong links in humanitarian community
· Excellent writing and presentation skills
· Ability to work productively in a multi-cultural environment
· Good health and willingness to travel and live in locations with difficult conditions.
· In additions, incumbent should: have the ability to communicate effectively in Bahasa Indonesia and English with others to effectively convey information; have a strong capacity to use logic and analysis to identify the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches; have good initiative and ability to apply technical knowledge creatively to ensure conflicts and disputes are resolved between contractors and beneficiaries; Current knowledge of the latest developments and technology in the field; strong leadership and teamwork abilities; Good analytical, negotiating, communications and advocacy skills; Computer skills, including internet navigation and various office applications, including knowledge of Auto CAD and MIS/GIS applications.
BA-3, Senior Programme Assistant
Duty Station – Banda Aceh, NAD
Temporary Fixed-Term, GS-7 Level
Under general supervision the Head of Constructions Unit, performs a variety of information gathering, monitoring, technical and administrative services of moderate scope and difficulty, in support of programme activities.
Qualification:
· Completion of bachelor degree in Economics preferably has experience working with UN or International organization in Administration and Finance & Accounting fields;
· Seven to eight years of progressively responsible clerical or administrative work, of which at least two yes is closely related to support of programme activities.;
· At least has experience one year to supervise 2-3 persons in the section.
· Ability to manage day to day operational unit.
· Communicate clearly in Indonesian and English
· Have good communication skills both written and orally.
· Good computer skills in word-processing, spreadsheet programmes and power point
· Has a willingness to travel outside of duty station

BA-4, Construction Field Monitoring Assistants (3 Posts)
Duty Station – Banda Aceh, NAD/Meulaboh, NAD/Nias, North Sumatra
Temporary Fixed-Term, GS-5 Level
Under general guidance of the Constructions Specialist (L-3), the incumbent will be required to assist the UNV Site Monitoring Engineer to implement a plan for the quality assurance and control of the construction of the UNICEF buildings some areas in Nangroe Aceh Darussalam and Nias.
Qualification:
· Degree in civil engineering, construction engineering, architecture or other relevant technical area;
· At least 3 (three) years experience in construction contract management of reinforced concrete buildings;
· Have a knowledge of materials, methods, and the appropriate tools to construct structures and buildings
· Knowledge of structural engineering in the design of reinforced concrete, steel, masonry, and timber as applied to construction of buildings and structures
· Proven ability to identify potential problems and recommend appropriate solutions manner
· Strong links in humanitarian community
· Excellent writing and presentation skills
· Ability to work productively in a multi-cultural environment
· Good health and willingness to travel and live in locations with difficult conditions.
· In additions, incumbent should: have the ability to communicate effectively in Bahasa Indonesia a and English with others to effectively convey information; have good initiative and ability to apply technical knowledge creatively to ensure conflicts and disputes are resolved between contractors and beneficiaries; Current knowledge of the latest developments and technology in the field; Computer skills, including internet navigation and various office applications, including knowledge of Auto CAD and MIS/GIS applications.

Applications:
Candidates should submit an application letter together with comprehensive curriculum vitae, a recent identity photograph quoting reference number of the position and post title applied on the envelope, to: HR Specialist UNICEF, Wisma Metropolitan II, 11th Floor Jalan Jenderal Sudirman Kav. 31 Jakarta 12920 or send electronically to: jakartahr@unicef. org Please quote the vacancy reference number and post title applied on the subject line. Closing date: 23 December 2007. Applications from qualified women are encouraged. UNICEF IS A SMOKE-FREE ENVIRONMENT