Administrative Officer (3‑month stretch) – Accra, Ghana

About the role

The Administrative Officer will ensure efficient, compliant and cost‑effective delivery of administrative services that support UNICEF’s programme and operational objectives in Ghana. This three‑month stretch assignment provides leadership for admin operations, leverages digital tools and data analytics, and oversees risk management, business continuity and emergency preparedness.

Key responsibilities

• Apply UNICEF administrative policies, procedures and regulations consistently across the country office and sub‑offices.
• Provide administrative support to office and field locations, identify operational issues and recommend process improvements.
• Support planning, preparation, monitoring and control of the administrative budget, including forecasts for premises, supplies and equipment.
• Oversee delivery of facilities, transport, travel, communications, procurement and vendor‑management services.
• Lead organizational effectiveness initiatives such as Business Operating System (BOS) and common services.
• Manage administrative risk, business continuity planning and emergency preparedness.

Required profile

• UNICEF staff on Fixed‑Term, Permanent or continuing appointment worldwide.
• Relevant experience in administrative operations, budget management, procurement and risk management.
• Ability to work onsite in Accra for the full three‑month period.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to UNICEF’s mission of improving children’s lives in Ghana.
• Exposure to high‑impact administrative and operational processes within an international organization.