Executive Manager PtD P-4 KSSU, Supply Division, Cph Denmark

Executive Manager PtD P-4 KSSU, Supply Division, Cph

Vacancy No: E-VN-2014-002722

Duty Station: Copenhagen 

Country: Denmark 

Region: HQ ONY 

If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference

for children, the world's leading children's rights organization would like to hear from you.

For 60 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote

children's survival, protection and development. The world's largest provider of vaccines for

developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation,

quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence,

exploitation, and AIDS. UNICEF is funded entirely by the voluntary contributions of individuals,

businesses, foundations and governments.

The incumbent will serve as the Executive Manager of the Secretariat for the People that Deliver

(PtD) Initiative. PtD is a broad coalition of country governments and national, regional and global

organizations working together to promote sustainable approaches to developing human resource

capacity for health supply chain management. The PtD initiative has an elected Board of member

organizations and an elected Chair. The PtD secretariat is provided by UNICEF. The Executive

Manager will refer to Directors Office, UNICEF Supply Division, and work under the leadership of

the Initiative Board to achieve the Initiative goals through work at the global, regional and country

levels. The Executive Manager supports the Board in strategy development, mobilizing key

international and national partners, catalysing coordinated action among the Initiative partners,

and monitoring progress. The Executive Manager works on a day-to-day basis to support Initiative

members and structures in implementing the vision, direction, and guidelines set by the Board, to

maximize progress towards achieving Initiative goals. The Executive Manager is the head of the

Secretariat, which may or may not include additional staff over time. The Executive Manager is

responsible for efficient execution of all functions of the Secretariat. Additional information on the

Initiative, including the Initiative White Paper and Initiative Terms of Reference, can be attained

from www.peoplethatdeliver.org or info@peoplethatdeliver.org.


-Support the Chair and lead the secretariat to provide overall cohesion and help ensure attainment

of priorities of the People That Deliver Initiative.

-Catalyze coordinated action among the Initiative partners, and monitor progress.

-Engage member organizations, including key actors and developing countries. Involve them more

directly in the initiative through communications, routine correspondence, and participation in the

Working Groups and national plans.

-Strengthen the commitment of supporting agencies working in focus countries to meet the

countries expectations and liaise with the Initiative.

-Represent the Initiative and promote its interest inside UNICEF.

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-Support the Board in strategy development, mobilizing key international and national partners.

-In close coordination with the Chair, prepare the biennale review of goals, priorities and strategy

-Participate in the strategic process at all levels and suggest adaptations to the strategic and

operational plans in accordance with the evolving context as may be needed.

-In accordance with the communication plan of the Initiative’s strategy, oversee the Initiative

communications efforts, in terms of both content and media.

-Follow the situation in focus countries and offer suggestion to the Board when evolution is needed

to enable the Board to monitor and make decisions regarding focus countries.

-Support Initiative members and structures in implementing the vision, direction, and guidelines set

by the Board, to maximize progress towards achieving the Initiative goal.

-Maintain regular communication and intensive interaction with Working Groups Coordinators to

operationalize the Initiative’s Strategic Plan and reinforce linkages between the Plan and Initiative

-Ensure that the focus countries are supported in their efforts corresponding to the Initiative’s

objectives. Organize the secretariat to fulfill this supporting role. Maintain direct communication

and intensive interaction with focal points and supporting agencies.

-Engage other countries to participate actively to the Initiative and provide support as best possible.

-Actively engage in mobilizing funds for implementation of the Initiative’s work plan and

Secretariat, according the strategy developed by the Board.

-Engage potential partners to serve as supporting agencies.

-Suggest names to act for special advisors to the Board as may be needed.

-Work closely with the Chair and support s/he to fulfill his/her duties as per the TORs.

-Oversee the monitoring of the Initiative’s progress against priorities and report to the Board.

-Process the application of potential focus countries, Board members and Initiative members and

submit decisions to the Board.

-Implement elections, votes and approval processes with the Board supervision and guidance.

-In collaboration with the Chair(s) and Board, oversee planning and follow up of the Initiative and

-Serve as ex officio member of the Initiative’s Board.

-Oversee the documentation needed for the Board meeting and follow up.

-Ensure that the lists of implementation activities are conducted according to the agreed timeline.

-Monitor the participation of members and board members to the Initiative’s activities and report

-Represent the Initiative at relevant international and national forums and with countries and

various partners including the private sector, and communicate Initiative priorities and progress

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-Identify and foster linkages among Initiative partner organizations and other global health

programs and partnerships.

-Head the Secretariat and thus be responsible for efficient execution of all functions of the

Secretariat, be accountable to the Board and the Initiative membership for the execution of those

-Manage Secretariat program and administrative staff and optimize the use of its dedicated

-In accordance with financial availability and the Board’s guidance, staff the Secretariat and put in

place / use UNICEF managerial systems as needed.

-Prepare the annual work plan and budget for approval by the Board.

-Establish and maintain databases of members and other networks of partners.

-Develop and manage Secretariat budget in compliance with donor requirements.

-Prepare the annual review of his / her performance by the Board.

-Contract agents and organization on behalf of the Initiative according the Chair’s guidance and to

the host agencies rules and regulations.

-Manage relations with and optimize the support of UNICEF.

Qualifications of Successful Candidate 

Advanced university degree from a recognised academic institution in one or more of the following

areas is preferred: Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Management, International

Economics, Engineering, International Development, Contract/Commercial Law, or areas directly

related to logistics operations or UNICEF programme areas. A Bachelor’s degree combined with

demonstrated 10 years of professional work experience and understanding of relevant functions

may be considered in lieu of the Advanced University degree, preferably combined with credited

courses or certifications from relevant professional bodies in supply chain management,

procurement, contracting or logistics.

Minimum eight years of relevant experience in human resource for health systems, supply chain

management and/or major health partnerships/initiatives focused on developing countries health

Proven conceptual understanding of and strong practical experience in supporting

institutionalization and sustainability within developing country health programs – especially as

related to supply chain management and/or human resources

Proven experience leading or managing multi-stakeholder initiatives, preferably in early stages of

Experience in development programmes; a mix of field and headquarters postings are

Knowledgeable about relevant global health agencies (e.g., donors, technical agencies,

implementing partners and NGOs) working in supply chain management and/or human resources

3 Competencies of Successful Candidate 

Our Core Values reflect attitudes and convictions that are shared across all UNICEF staff and include

diversity and inclusion, integrity and commitment. The successful candidate must believe in the

core values and have the ability to work in a multi-cultural environment with sensitivity and respect

for UNICEF’s mandate. The required competencies for this particular position are:

I. Core Competencies (Required)

-Communication (level II)

-Drive for Result (level II)

-Working with People (level III)

II. Functional Competencies (Required) 

-Relating and Networking (level III)

-Persuading and influencing (level II)

-Adapting and Responding to Change (level II)

-Leading and Supervising (level II)

-Deciding and Initiating Actions (level II)

-Planning and Organizing (level III)

III. Technical Knowledge 

-Has a working knowledge of health logistics and supply chains in the development context.

-Understands the role of health supply chains in the broader context of national health systems.

-Applies human resources capacity development theory to health supply chains.

Kindly refer to http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/index_apply.html for more information on

the UNICEF Competency Framework.

Kindly note that all applications should be in English and that applications outside of the online

recruiting system will not be accepted. Kindly also note that candidates will be assessed on

foundational and functional competencies and that diversity and gender balance are also factors in

the selection process. Queries can be directed to Vibeke Martensson vmartensson@unicef.org.

Applications for this position must be received by 18 November 2014.

Visit us at www.unicef.org/supply/

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified

female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons

living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.

For more information please visit: Visit us at www.unicef.org/supply/