Operations Manager, (P-3),

An exciting temporary vacancy for a Operations Manager, (P-3), is now available at UNICEF, Baidoa. Candidates should bring 5 - 6 years of hands-on experience, preferably in the Operation Affairs sector. Applications are open until Feb, 17. Don't miss this opportunity. Job no: 590910Contract type: Temporary AppointmentDuty Station: MogadishuLocation: SomaliaCategories: Operations 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. Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF. For every child, the right to Education How can you make a difference? As a Strategic Business Partner, the Operations Manager will be accountable for operations functions, facilitate change, provide risk informed, solution-focused analysis, advice and services and contribute to programme and management decisions for delivering results for children in specific operational contexts. The operations Manager will accomplish this by: Duties And Responsibilities; Facilitating services in the functional areas of operations support: budget, financial management and reporting, facilities management, administration, supply and logistics management, information and communications technology, human resources, and safety and security; Supporting the line manager to implement career development, opportunities for staff; Acting as a member of the Country and Senior Management Teams, representing the organizational risks, governance systems and policies, and promoting results-based management. Understanding business needs for the office, to anticipate challenges, propose viable/creative solutions === Skills & Qualifications === To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have… An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in one of the following areas is required: Business management; Financial management; Accounting; Public Finance; and related operations function (Supply Chain, Human Resources, Information Technology, International Business, Project management, etc.) is required or a full professional accounting designation (CA, ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA, CPFA) from an internationally recognized institute/body of accountancy with valid membership in good standing is required. A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience at the national and/or international level is required, specifically in implementing organizational initiatives in one or more operations management areas including budget; financial management and reporting; facilities management; administration; supply and logistics management; information and communication technology; human resources. Ad --- About Baidoa --- Baidoa is the interim capital of the South West State of Somalia. The city is strategically important for humanitarian operations and has a significant presence of international and local organizations working on food security, health, and livelihood programs. It offers opportunities for professionals in the humanitarian and development sectors. Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Ku-meel-gaar • Shaqo Baydhabo • Shaqo Cusub

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have… An advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in one of the following areas is required: Business management; Financial management; Accounting; Public Finance; and related operations function (Supply Chain, Human Resources, Information Technology, International Business, Project management, etc.) is required or a full professional accounting designation (CA, ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA, CPFA) from an internationally recognized institute/body of accountancy with valid membership in good standing is required. A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience at the national and/or international level is required, specifically in implementing organizational initiatives in one or more operations management areas including budget; financial management and reporting; facilities management; administration; supply and logistics management; information and communication technology; human resources. Additional experience in one or more of the following areas, would be desired: Audit and investigations, Safety and security, Grant Management, Enterprise Risk Management. Experience in a UN system agency, large private or public company, or experience working in a developing country and/or humanitarian/ emergency context is an asset. Experience in working with corporate ERPs (Enterprise Resource Planning) and IPSAS (International Public Sector Accounting Standards) is highly desirable. Knowledge of Results Based Management is a requirement. Experience in supporting successful client-oriented work units is an asset. Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications is required. Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) or a local language is an asset. 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. Get acquainte

All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates. Staff members on abolished posts who are selected for this Temporary Appointment will be placed on a temporary assignment for the duration of the TA. Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here. Advertised: 11 Feb 2026 E. Africa Standard TimeDeadline: 17 Feb 2026 E. Africa Standard Time Apply on employer site Apply at: https://www.unicef.org/careers/unicef-job-categories