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.

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.

Application Deadline: Wednesday, 16th September 2026

POSITION 1: FINANCE OFFICER, NO-1

Contract Type: Fixed Term Appointment

Level: NO-1

JOB TYPE: Full Time

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Bachelor or equivalent (First Level University Degree) in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Auditing, Public Administration and any other related fields.

Work Experience:

• 1 year of relevant work experience in Audit and Investigation, Financial Management.
• Financial planning and budget analysis for programme and operational implementation.
• Control of accounts, payment processing, journal entries, reconciliation, accounts closure and financial reporting.
• Treasury and cash management, including bank and cash account monitoring, cash forecasting and follow-up with GSSC.
• Risk review, compliance monitoring, audit support, and follow-up on financial observations and recommendations.
• Knowledge sharing, process improvement and capacity building for staff, stakeholders and partners.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of financial management, accounting, budgeting, reporting, reconciliations, and transaction processing.
• Proven ability to analyse financial data, monitor budgets, identify anomalies, resolve discrepancies, and prepare exception reports.
• Sound understanding of IPSAS, financial regulations, internal controls, accountability frameworks, and audit requirements.
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and client-service skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and external partners.
• Excellent planning, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with commitment to ethics, continuous learning, and process improvement.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in English is required.

Desirables:

• Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset.
• Experience working with UNICEF, UN agencies, international organizations, or other public-sector finance environments.
• Experience with database packages, web-based management systems and ERP systems, preferably SAP financial modules, is an asset.
• Familiarity with IPSAS-based accounting principles, donor funding management, and financial compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP), financial management applications, Microsoft Excel, and digital tools for data analytics.
• Knowledge of another local language of the duty station, e.g., Chichewa, Chiyao, Chitumbuka) is considered an asset.
• Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support effective stewardship of organisational resources by providing quality financial management, accounting, treasury, and compliance services.
• Contribute to financial planning, budgeting, monitoring, reporting, and risk management activities.
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies, financial regulations, procedures, and International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS).
• Support budget preparation and implementation, monitor expenditures, analyse financial performance, process financial transactions, maintain accurate accounting records, reconcile accounts, and contribute to period-end closure activities.
• Review financial reports and implementing partner transactions, identify exceptions and risks, strengthen internal controls, and recommend corrective actions as required.
• Support cash and treasury management through cash forecasting, bank account monitoring, and ensuring the availability of funds for programme and operational activities.
• Contribute to donor and statutory reporting requirements, support audit exercises and oversight reviews, promote ethical financial practices, and facilitate knowledge sharing and capacity-building initiatives.

POSITION 2: SUPPLY & PROCUREMENT OFFICER, NO-2

Contract Type: Fixed Term Appointment

Level: NO-2

JOB TYPE: Full Time

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Bachelor or equivalent (First Level University Degree) in Business Administration, Economics, Logistics, Management, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Law, International Development, Public Health, Social Science, and any other related fields.

Work Experience:

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience in Supply Management, Administration, Procurement Management, Supply Planning, Vendor Assessment, Risk Management, Performance Monitoring, Stakeholder Coordination, Capacity Building, Technical Support, Government Engagement, Humanitarian Programming, Data-Driven Planning, Compliance Frameworks, and any other related fields.

Skills:

• Strong experience in Strategic Procurement, Supplier Management, Contract Compliance, Operational Planning, Performance Monitoring, and Partner Coordination as required.

Language Requirements:

• Fluency in local language and English is required.

Desirables:

• Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language.
• Knowledge of Partner Capacity Building, Operational Risk Management, Humanitarian Programming, Government Coordination, Data-Driven Planning, and Internal Controls considered an asset.
• Relevant experience at country level, particularly in development, fragile settings and humanitarian contexts.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support supply planning, sourcing strategies, Long-Term Arrangements, procurement services, and offshore procurement.
• Provide technical guidance to government counterparts and implementing partners.
• Monitor procurement pipelines, supplier and contract performance, and help ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Strengthen internal controls, risk management, and compliance with UNICEF policies and procedures.
• Play a critical role in combating fraud and corruption.
• In emergencies, support preparedness and rapid procurement response.
• Through capacity building and collaboration with programme teams, suppliers, partners, and government counterparts, contribute to efficient, accountable, cost-effective, and sustainable supply operations.
• Supervise and coach team members to empower and ensure expected performance.

UNICEF COMPETENCIES REQUIRED (FOR ALL POSITIONS)

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
8. Nurtures, leads and manages people (for NO-2 position)

FOR EVERY CHILD, YOU DEMONSTRATE…

UNICEF's Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it.

SAFEGUARDING, INTEGRITY AND INCLUSION

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.

IMPORTANT NOTICES

• 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.
• All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.
• UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.
• UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes.
• UNICEF will not ask for applicants' bank account information.
• Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF.

HOW TO APPLY (FOR ALL POSITIONS)

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should apply online through the following link:

To apply for this job please visit jobs.unicef.org.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. UNICEF is an equal opportunity employer.