Programme Administrative and Financial Associate, Nicaragua

General

Description of assignment title: Programme Administrative and Financial Associate

Assignment country: Nicaragua

Duty stations: Managua

Work location: On UN premises

Expected start date: 09/12/2026

Duration: 12 months(with possibility of extension)Long-term benefits and allowances

Sustainable Development Goal: 5. Gender equality

Host entity: UNFPA Nicaragua

Modality: Onsite

Type: International

Volunteer category: Associate UCoS from Apr2026

Work schedule: Full-time

Number of Assignments: 1

Details

Mission and objectives:

• Active in Nicaragua since 1974, UNFPA supports the inclusion of issues related to population dynamics, young people, sexual and reproductive health, and gender-based violence into public policies. Nicaragua has successfully incorporated reproductive rights in its health and education laws and policies, and made headway in reducing maternal mortality. But key challenges remain, including a high adolescent pregnancy rate. UNFPA strengthens capacities to provide high quality maternal health and newborn care, comprehensive sexuality education for young people, and investments in the country's "demographic dividend". It also backs measures to prevent and respond to gender-based violence.

Context:

• Under the supervision of the GBV-CSE (Gender Based Violence / Comprehensive Sexuality Education) program analyst, the United Nations Volunteer will assist with the implementation of administrative and financial processes related to the execution of the country program at both the central office and partner institutions (Ministry of Health, Ministry of Family and Ministry of Education), ensuring efficient administrative processes, financial monitoring, and the logistical organization of program activities, thereby contributing to the prevention of teenage pregnancy, early marriage, and gender-based violence.

Task description:

• Under the direct supervision of the CSE/GVB Program Analyst, the UN Volunteer will undertake the following tasks:
• - Provide administrative and financial support to assigned program activities.
• - Support financial tracking and verification of expenditures from implementing partners.
• - Assist in reviewing supporting documentation, including invoices and financial reports.
• - Support accountability and reporting processes with implementing partners.
• - Assist in procurement processes, including preparation of requests, comparison of quotations, and follow-up with suppliers.
• - Prepare payment requests and ensure proper supporting documentation.
• - Provide logistical support for workshops, trainings, and program events, including coordination with service providers, venue arrangements, and materials.
• - Support administrative processes related to program implementation and partner coordination.
• - Maintain organized records of administrative and financial transactions.
• - Support travel arrangements, including preparation of travel requests and related documentation.
• - Perform other administrative and program-related tasks as required.
• During the first month of the assignment, the UN Volunteer will work closely with his/her direct supervisor to finalize an agreed-upon work plan. The work plan should outline key objectives and activities and include regular check‑ins with the supervisor to review progress and receive performance

Eligibility criteria

Age: 18 - 80

Required experience: 1 month

Donor priorities:

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Nationality: Candidate must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment.

Additional eligibility criteria:

• This assignment is funded by the Government of Korea and therefore specific criteria apply:
• - Candidates must be Korean nationals. Fluency in Korean is required.
• - Candidates must be between 22 and 29 years of age at the time of application.
• - Candidates who have already served as UN Youth Volunteer funded by the Government of Korea are not eligible to apply (former UN University Volunteers are eligible).
• - Serving UN Volunteers will not be considered for other UN Volunteer assignments until they reach three (3) months before the end of contract date of their current UN Volunteer assignment. This provision applies equally to first and subsequent contracts.
• - Candidates may apply to a maximum of three assignments and indicate the order of preference in the 'Additional remarks' field when filling in the application form.
• - Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The selection will be done by the UN Host Entity at the level of the country of assignment.
• APPLICATION DEADLINE: 19 July 2026
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Assignment requirements

Relevant experience:

• 1 month

Languages:

• Spanish, Level: Working knowledge, Desirable
• English, Level: Fluent, Required

Required education level:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or related fields

Competencies and values:

• Accountability
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Commitment and Motivation
• Creativity
• Ethics and Values
• Integrity
• Leadership
• Respect for Diversity
• Self-Management
• Working in Teams

Skills and experience:

• Demonstrated interest or experience (up to three years) in:
• - Supporting operational processes such as procurement, coordination with service providers, and basic financial follow-up.
• - Preparing routine administrative or financial reports is an asset.
• Skills in:
• - Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple administrative tasks in a structured and timely manner.
• - Working with standard digital tools (e,g., Microsoft Office, Excel and Google Drive/OneDrive) and maintaining organized records.
• - Ability to work collaboratively with different teams and external partners.

Area(s) of expertise:

• Administration, Economics and finance, Procurement and contracting

Driving license:

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