The UNICC workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, and opinions. UNICC seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity by ensuring equal opportunity and an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, ethnicity, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity.

Purpose of the Position:

The main purpose of the position is to help manage the operations, governance, outreach, and stakeholder engagement of the UNICC Cybersecurity Fund and related initiatives. Key objectives include coordination of relationships with donors, partners and other stakeholders; strategic event organization and related communications; organizing financial reporting, governance and the administrative activities of the Fund.

Objectives of the Programme:

The objective of the Centre is to provide trusted ICT services and digital business solutions to its Clients and Partner Organizations.

Main duties and responsibilities:

The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Head, Outreach and Strategic Partnerships (MSO) within the Management and Strategy Division (MS). The incumbent will perform the following duties:

• Support and coordinate the day-to-day management of the Cybersecurity Fund (CSF), including outreach initiatives, fund administration, project management, and financial reporting to ensure smooth operations and alignment with strategic objectives
• Support the management of relationships with donors and prospective donors, ensuring clear and effective communication, and timely reporting
• Act as the primary focal point for internal stakeholders, nurturing strong relationships with the UN and other multilateral partners to promote collaboration and information sharing
• Participate in the development of communications to promote the Fund’s objectives, raising awareness among potential donors and disseminating information on the Fund’s impact and progress
• Assist in coordinating the development of the Fund’s Terms of Reference (TORs), and subsequent meetings, agendas, and decisions of the CSF Governance Committee, ensuring compliance with the governance framework
• Under guidance and in collaboration with the Head, MSO, prepare and present regular reports on the Fund’s financial status, programmatic progress, and governance matters to the CSF Governance Committee, donors, and other key stakeholders to ensure transparency and accountability
• Serve as focal point for CSF and other related events, including thematic development, planning and logistics. Maintain good relationships with focal points from donor’s countries and other stakeholders to facilitate event coordination and collaboration
• Assist the Head, Outreach and Strategic partnership, Communications Officer, and Outreach Officer in other diverse outreach and communication activities, as needed
• Other: Provide other ad hoc support either within the team or in other teams as required – this includes the participation in special projects or support to service delivery for short period of time on a part-time or full-time basis

Experience and Skills required:

Essential:

• At least two (2) years’ experience in project/programme coordination and management or cybersecurity administration
• Demonstrated experience in organizing high-level meetings and events involving multiple stakeholders, including UN agencies, governments, and private sector
• Ability to work independently and to partner with stakeholders across the organisation, including a demonstrated ability to work with technology teams

Desirable:

• Experience working in the UN system
• Experience managing projects or programmes in a multi-cultural environment

*Education:

Essential:

• First university degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration, Political Science, International Relations or related areas

 Desirable:

• Advanced university degree in Social Sciences, Business Administration, Political Science, International Relations or related areas

Languages:

• English: Expert knowledge is required
• Knowledge of another UN official language would be an advantage

UNICC Global Competencies:

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective relationships with colleagues and team members. Deals constructively with conflicts.
• Communicating: Expresses oneself clearly in conversations and interactions with others; listens actively. Produces effective written communications. Ensures that information is shared.
• Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences: Demonstrates the ability to work constructively with people of all backgrounds and orientations. Respects differences and ensures that all can contribute.
• Producing results: Produces and delivers quality results. Is action oriented and committed to achieving outcomes.
• Moving forward in a changing environment: Is open to and proposes new approaches and ideas. Adapts and responds positively to change.

Eligibility:

This vacancy notice is open only to internal candidates

Compensation:

Annual Salary Estimation (net of tax at single rate):

• Geneva, (Switzerland) including post adjustment (96,7% on September 2024): US$ 99,091

UNICC also offers generous leave and absence allowances, flexible working hours, overtime compensation, teleworking, access to training, and depending on eligibility other benefits such as relocation grant, dependency allowance, language allowance, or education grant.

Closing date for applications:

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Geneva Time) on 08 October 2024.

Notes:

• Technical and/or personality tests may be carried out as part of the selection process
  Only short-listed candidates will be contacted
  Though you may not be selected for this advertised position, the UNICC will keep your application in a roster if your profile is deemed to be of potential interest for the Centre. You may thus be solicited by our HR department to participate in an interview for another position* For UNICC staff members who do not meet the minimum educational qualifications, please refer to the applicable WHO e-Manual Annex 6 – Guidelines on Standard Minimum Experience Exposure and Education Requirements

* For UNICC staff members who do not meet the minimum educational qualifications, please refer to the applicable WHO e-Manual Annex 6 – Guidelines on Standard Minimum Experience Exposure and Education Requirements

Please inform us should you require any specific accommodation to facilitate your application

The UNICC workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, and opinions. UNICC seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity by ensuring equal opportunity and an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on grounds of race, ethnicity, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity.

For applications to be valid, they must contain a motivation letter and the filled Personal History Form.