Volunteering from UNV: Programme Associate, Makani in Jordan
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Applicant criteria
NationalityNo specific nationality required
SpecialityEducational Science
Skillsمهارات التواصل, organizational skills, مهارات التنظيم, − Excellent communication skills. , − Computer literate with good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook. , التكيف والمرونة, Ability to make decisions, Adaptability and Flexibility, Fluency in Arabic and English, اجادة اللغتين العربية والانجليزية, مهارات حاسوبية قوية، بما في ذلك كفاءة استخدام تطبيقات MS Office المختلفة (Excel، Word، إلخ), مهارات اتخاذ القرار ومهارات إدارة الذات
Age
- 27 - 60
Gender
- Both
Opportunity criteria
Opportunity FieldPsychology and Sociology, Educational Sciences
Job locationJordan (Amman)
Needed documentsMotivation Letter
Opportunity description
UNV offers a volunteer opportunity in Jordan to work as a Programme Associate, Makani which is scheduled to start on 14/01/2024 for 12 months with the possibility of extension. This UNV assignment will be part of the Makani (My Space in Arabic) program, which is one of UNICEF Jordan’s most significant initiatives promoting the well-being of the most vulnerable children and adolescents in Jordan.
Duties & responsibilities
You will be responsible for:
- Support maintenance and update of information in relation to program implementation and assist in preparing reports and other information products.
- Support documenting internal and external meetings and ensure quality filing on SharePoint and OneNote in a timely manner.
- Support Makani program monitoring, including assistance in the update of monitoring tools, data consolidation, and coordination of monitoring efforts at the implementing partner level.
- Support the review and update of Makani Standard Operating Procedures.
- Assist in reviewing, consolidating, and tracking of program documents.
- Support maintenance of the Makani team action tracker and follow-up actions.
- Draft logistical plans for the distribution of supplies, equipment, and materials.
- Support translation for non-Arabic speakers during meetings and visits as required.
- Any other related tasks as may be required or assigned by the supervisor.
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Eligibility criteria
You must have:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Finance, Social Sciences, or other similar fields.
- 3 years of experience at the national level in the areas of social protection, education, child protection, youth development, or other relevant programs.
- Experience working with non-profit development organizations and the United Nations.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work inclusively and collaboratively with a range of partners, including grassroots community members, and authorities at different levels.
- Proficiency in various MS Office applications (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneNote, etc.) and familiarity with office technology equipment.
- Fluent in Arabic and English languages.
- Adaptability and flexibility.
- Decision-making skills and Self-management.
- Planning and organizing skills.
Please note: Candidate must be a national or legal resident of the country of assignment and be aged 27 - 80.
Volunteer Perks:
National UN Youth Volunteers in Jordan are entitled to:
- Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA) at the amount of JOD 1,068.5.
- Annual and learning leaves.
- Free Medical and life insurance.
- Free access to different learning platforms.
About the United Nations Volunteers(UNV):
The United Nations Volunteers (UNV) program is the UN organization that promotes volunteerism to support peace and development worldwide. Volunteerism can transform the pace and nature of development and it benefits both society at large and the individual volunteer. UNV contributes to peace and development by advocating for volunteerism globally, encouraging partners to integrate volunteerism into development programming, and mobilizing volunteers.
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